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Something About the Beatles

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Hosted by award-winning author Robert Rodriguez, Something About The Beatles is an intelligent but entertaining examination of The Beatles' music and career. Smart, funny and surprising - just like the Fab Four.

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To anyone familiar with '60s Top 40 music, The Cyrkle remain a fond memory, notable for their two hits, 1966's "Red Rubber Ball," a Paul Simon co-write, and "Turn Down Day," an exquisite piece of sunshine pop. They also possess a couple of other dist... more

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Imagine having our world rocked by The Beatles as a 1st-gen fan living in New York City. You are a budding musician yourself, and with every release, they inspire you as they advance their art. You see them live - twice - the first time at a renowned... more

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Sixty two years ago, The Beatles cinematic debut arrived , putting the world on notice that their charm and talents were adaptable to virtually any medium. A Hard Day's Night, directed by Richard Lester, has gone down in film history as "the Citizen ... more

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On March 25, 1966, photographer Robert Whitaker - a surrealist - took The Beatles into his studio to capture a concept piece he called "A Somnamulant Adventure," envisioned as a triptych commentary on the group's fame. But the project slid away from ... more

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Don Dannemann
Musician, Circle; former member of The Circle and Rondells
The Circle
Episode: 331: Full Cyrkle with Don Dannemann
Merle Frimark
New Yorker who started in Beatle PR and Apple orbit
PR and Broadway projects
Episode: 330: Working For The Beatles with Merle Frimark
Samira Ahmed
UK-based journalist and lifelong Beatles fan; author of a book on A Hard Day's Night for the BFI
BBC/BFI book series on A Hard Day's Night
Episode: 329: A Hard Day's Night Re-Examined with Samira Ahmed
Erika White
Author/researcher authoring Meat and the Beatles book
Episode: 328: Meat - The Beatles with Erika White
Amelia Davis
Curator of Jim Marshall's archive and photography historian
Jim Marshall Photography/UC Berkeley fellowship
Episode: 327: Jim Marshall's Beatles with Amelia Davis
Jane Wiedlin
Member of The Go-Go's, Beatle-inspired musician and author
The Go-Go's
Episode: SATB SPECIAL - JANE WIEDLIN
Sam Popkin
Gear expert and YouTube presenter focused on Beatles instruments, amps, and effects
Gear, There and Everywhere
Episode: 326: Beatles (Guitars) For Sale
Glenn Greenberg
Returning guest; Beatle historian and author of Beatle-related bookazines
Beatles historian/author
Episode: 325: The Beatles Playing Live with Glenn Greenberg
Ivor Davis
London-based journalist who covered The Beatles; author
Daily Express (past), author
Episode: SATB Special: Ivor Davis Remembered

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Robert Rodriguez
Host of Something About The Beatles; longtime interviewer and Beatle historian guiding in-depth conversations with a wide range of guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 611 ratings
  • Not terrible

    Not bad, but the intros are way too long and there are so many inaccuracies that it can be annoying at times.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    @Jmai9
    United States3 months ago
  • Still a good podcast but

    Miss some of the early episodes, those were some of my favorites :(

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CanadianWhey
    United States4 months ago
  • informative

    What happened to the Buskin cohost episodes. Those were some of the better ones 🥺

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    JakeHansen69
    United States4 months ago
  • The best

    This is the absolute best pod out there for serious fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dpt1213
    United States6 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    Very interesting, in-depth exploration of the wealth of music the Beatles have given us

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spinal Cracker
    Netherlands8 months ago

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SATB SPECIAL - JANE WIEDLIN
Q: What was the turning point that pushed the Go-Go's toward pop while maintaining their punk roots?
The band balanced catchy pop elements with a fast, punk-influenced tempo, preserving a strong pop melody while maintaining the edge and energy of punk, which helped them cross over without losing their identity.
311: Dear Beatle People with Sara Schmidt and Allison Bumsted
Q: What was it that said, I need to dive in further, I want to know more, and the world needs to know more?
Sara was driven by the discovery of a lack of literature on the fan clubs and a desire to document their history and relevance.
311: Dear Beatle People with Sara Schmidt and Allison Bumsted
Q: Can you tell me how that started? And for anybody who's not seen it, what is it all about?
Sara explains her journey of starting the 'Meet the Beatles for Real' website in 2009, driven by a passion for curating fan stories and photographs.
304: Badfinger's Head First with Bob Jackson
Q: What was the atmosphere like during your time with Badfinger?
Jackson talks about the tensions within the band due to management issues, but also emphasizes the bond they shared as musicians.
304: Badfinger's Head First with Bob Jackson
Q: Can you describe how you came to join Badfinger?
Bob Jackson recounts receiving a telegram inviting him to audition for Badfinger, leading to his eventual joining of the band.

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Listeners gravitate toward insider-level Beatles histories, deep dives into specific eras, gear anecdotes, and archival storytelling. Episodes frequently pair veteran journalists, photographers, engineers, and musicians with a curious host who guides rigorous analysis through a wide range of topics—from PR ecosystems and archival photography to instrument provenance and film context. A notable strength is the breadth of guests, spanning academic perspectives, industry insiders, and skilled practitioners, all anchored by a coherent through-line about legacy, craft, and cultural impact. The show stands out for its willingness to connect micro-details (like a specific instrument or photograph) to larger stories about the Beatles' career and im... more

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2. Merle Frimark
3. Samira Ahmed
4. Erika White
5. Amelia Davis
6. Jane Wiedlin
7. Sam Popkin
8. Glenn Greenberg

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