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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
Chappell Roan
It Was a Good Day
Regulate
Baby One More Time
Genie In a Bottle
Christmas Music
Promiscuous
Hips Don't Lie
Grammys
Josie and the Pussycats
Kryptonite
MTV Video Music Awards

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.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes195Founded7 years ago
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Recent Guests

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!)
Chris Della Riva
Author and music analyst
Episode: 160: "Blue Christmas" vs. "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" (with Chris Dalla Riva!)

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 States6 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 States9 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 States9 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
#206
Australia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#125
Ireland/Music
Apple Podcasts
#129
Philippines/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
170: "Say So" vs. "Levitating" (w/AJ Marks!)
Q: Which song would Megan Thee Stallion include on a hot girl night playlist?
Say So is favored for its energetic rap-verses and broader cultural reach during the era, though Levitating remains a strong contender for its infectious chorus and production.
170: "Say So" vs. "Levitating" (w/AJ Marks!)
Q: Which creation/story of one song would you like to witness, including the music video?
The hosts express mixed interest, with Doja Cat's process seen as more dynamic and socially vibrant, while Dua Lipa is imagined as more straightforward in studio workflow, leading to a preference for seeing Doja Cat's vibe in the room.
170: "Say So" vs. "Levitating" (w/AJ Marks!)
Q: Which song has to stay for the culture, and which should disappear?
Levitating is argued to be more influential and emblematic of the era, while Say So is seen as a catalytic track that sparked broader disco-pop influence, though both have lasting significance.
165: "Lay Lady Lay" vs. "Sweet Jane" (w/Spencer Breslin!)
Q: Which song has to stay for the culture?
Sweet Jane is argued to be more culturally essential due to its iconic riff and the way it inspired a breadth of later music, making it a foundational touchstone in rock history.

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

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