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Song Vs. Song

Todd Nathanson
Pop Music
Rain
High School Musical
Country Music
Elvis Presley
Sabrina Carpenter
Goodbye Earl
Before He Cheats
It Was a Good Day
Regulate
Baby One More Time
Genie In A Bottle
Chappell Roan
Christmas Music
Promiscuous
Hips Don't Lie
Grammys
Josie and the Pussycats
MTV Video Music Awards
Kryptonite

Hosted by Todd (in the Shadows) Nathanson and Alina Morgan, Song vs. Song pits two similar songs of an era against each other with controversial outcomes.

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Latest Episodes

Two of the biggest international pop stars of the '80s and '90s ascended into world-conquering dance divas in the '00s, but which will shall reign supreme, Madonna's "Hung Up" or Kylie Minogue's "Can't Get You Out of My Head"? Billboard's Jason Lipsh... more

Two guys from the suburbs of NYC loved old doo-wop and '60s girl groups! Which bridge-and-tunnel legend's catchiest song is the better classic pop song, Bruce Springsteen's "Hungry Heart" or Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl"?

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Teen movies of the '90s needed a cute little twee song for teenagers to kiss to, but which was the most romantic of the two? Todd and Lina argue between "Kiss Me" by Sixpence None the Richer and "Lovefool" by the Cardigans!

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Two of the finest and most devastating kiss-off tracks of the '70s, the songs that basically created the Main Pop Girl era five decades ahead of time, but which of these is the most heartbreakingly brutal burns of the '70s, "Dreams" by Fleetwood Mac ... more

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Recent Guests

Jason Lipschitz
Editor, co-chief content officer of Billboard
Billboard
Episode: 174: "Hung Up" vs. "Can't Get You Out of My Head" (w/Jason Lipshutz!)
AJ Marks
Podcaster, host of Main Pod Girl
Main Pod Girl
Episode: 170: "Say So" vs. "Levitating" (w/AJ Marks!)
Justin Lewis
Author of Into the Groove, the 1980s, the ultimate decade in music history
Author
Episode: 169: "Shout" vs. "Relax" (w/Justin Lewis)!
Pat Finnerty
Episode: 168: "Best of You" vs. "Like a Stone" (w/Pat Finnerty!)
Nick the Snare
YouTuber and guest on the episode
Mic the Snare (Nick)
Episode: 166: "Party Rock Anthem" vs. "Give Me Everything" (w/Mic the Snare)
Spencer Breslin
Actor and musician guest
Actor (Spencer Breslin)
Episode: 165: "Lay Lady Lay" vs. "Sweet Jane" (w/Spencer Breslin!)
Sarah Z.
Guest, Wicked head
Episode: BONUS EPISODE: "Wicked" (w/Sarah Z!)
Mike Kanovis
Known as Mike the Snare, discusses music and sound.
CBS
Episode: SPECIAL: The Grammys! Can they stay good?? (w/Mic the Snare!)
Andrew Unterberger
Host of The Greatest Pop Stars Podcast
Billboard
Episode: 162: "sports car" vs. "Fame is a Gun" (w/Andrew Unterberger!)

Hosts

Todd Nathanson
Host with deep music history knowledge and sharp pop-culture insight
Alina Morgan
Co-host with strong contextual knowledge and humor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • W speed

    Still waiting for the blur vs oasis song vs song, but other than that no complaints

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OasisBetter
    United States7 months ago
  • One of the best shows on the platform

    Going on 7 years of listening, this show is the main reason I have Apple Podcasts downloaded to my device. Todd is a pretty knowledgeable cohost. But I gotta tell you, when that Lena Morgan starts talking, I slam the brakes, put my phone down, hush the conversation, stop everything and listen. One of the most knowledgeable hosts I’ve heard on any music program, and hilarious! Great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Collin34512
    United States10 months ago
  • Love Todd dislike the cohost

    Love Todd work and have been since I was a teenager. His cohost his such a pretentious and smug. She is such a hipster while having such a normie music taste. None of her pretension is earned imo.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sam Kindall
    United States10 months ago
  • DO NOT GET RID OF THE QUESTIONS

    Don’t listen to what Reddit says, they’re the opinion of people who don’t listen to the podcast anyway.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fluffy-sprout
    Canadaa year ago
  • Came for Todd, stayed for Lina

    my only complaint (complaint about Todd's content in general) is that they don't give a lot of background. i'm not super into music like our hosts so it'd be appreciated

    also personally i love the "thespian, equestrian, singer? we're gonna give it to him." every week

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    just_a_turtleduck
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience feedback emphasizes engaging debates and familiarity with multiple music eras.
Listeners praise chemistry and humor between hosts, often noting strong knowledge base.
Guests and topics are described as insightful and entertaining, with good balance of data and anecdotes.
Some critics feel the dynamic can lean into pretentious or hyper-specific pop culture references, affecting accessibility.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#191
United States/Music
Apple Podcasts
#98
Canada/Music
Apple Podcasts
#89
Finland/Music
Apple Podcasts
#174
Denmark/Music
Apple Podcasts
#181
New Zealand/Music
Apple Podcasts
#222
Philippines/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

174: "Hung Up" vs. "Can't Get You Out of My Head" (w/Jason Lipshutz!)
Q: Which song should be the Shatner parody pick?
Hung Up is selected for its abundance of lines and the challenge of performing the lalala parts, though the other song also presents opportunities for variety in delivery.
174: "Hung Up" vs. "Can't Get You Out of My Head" (w/Jason Lipshutz!)
Q: Which song would Megan Thee Stallion put on a hot girl Shit playlist?
Hung Up is chosen for its heat and iconic dancefloor energy, though both songs are acknowledged as strong contenders for such a playlist depending on the vibe sought.
174: "Hung Up" vs. "Can't Get You Out of My Head" (w/Jason Lipshutz!)
Q: Which music video would you want to see the sausage made for—the creation process?
Cant Get You Out of My Head is favored for the access to studio process and beat development, whereas Hung Up's sample and production story is acknowledged but seen as more about the overall waveform and performance rather than a straightforward studio-by-studio reveal.
174: "Hung Up" vs. "Can't Get You Out of My Head" (w/Jason Lipshutz!)
Q: Which song has a legacy that will stick around forever for culture?
Hung Up is argued by Jason Lipschitz as essential for Madonna's career narrative and as a defining moment in pop history, while the other host leans toward Can't Get You Out of My Head as a career-changing anthem for Kylie that shaped European and global reception.
170: "Say So" vs. "Levitating" (w/AJ Marks!)
Q: Which song would William Shatner most want to 'shat upon'?
Levitating receives more favorable treatment overall, with the discussion acknowledging its warmth and the strong performance even as Nicki Minaj and DaBaby remixes divide opinion.

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Two hosts with sharp pop-music instincts square off two era-defining tracks, weighing factors like production, vocal delivery, and cultural resonance. Guests range from musicians and authors to critics, often bringing insider perspectives that illuminate era-specific trends, video aesthetics, and chart history. The format mixes data-driven context with personal anecdotes and lively banter, yielding arguments that feel both informed and entertaining. A standout is how episodes balance nostalgia with analysis, and how controversial or playful verdicts spark debate among listeners and guests alike.

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1. Jason Lipschitz
2. AJ Marks
3. Justin Lewis
4. Pat Finnerty
5. Nick the Snare
6. Spencer Breslin
7. Sarah Z.
8. Mike Kanovis

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