
The Take 5 is a music podcast where the people you love, share five songs they love. Each guest has a different theme, and the memories attached to their most beloved songs flip them to fan mode, often giving a rare insight into their creative heart. Hosted by Zan Rowe.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 534 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Music InterviewsMusic | |||

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Some really great interviews. Zan gives the guests plenty of space to talk - it feels like the show is just going from strength to strength.
I don’t know how you held it together Zan! What a beautiful man! Big fan of you both and loved the music your yarn took us on. Thank you 🙏
In the lead up to election day … had a great time listening to Antony Green . He’s so good at his job & obviously a dedicated music fan too .
Mel Buttle’s Take 5 was so entertaining .
Two great episodes 👌
Love your work Zan, keep the great interviews coming!
Love it! One of my favourite podcasts! Great stories with music. Our very own desert island discs but better.
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Each episode features guests sharing five of their favorite songs, often tied to personal themes or memories, providing a deep insight into their musical influences and histories. The engaging dialogue nurtures a relaxed and intimate atmosphere, where listeners gain a unique glimpse into the guests' inspirations and experiences. Topics range from impactful life moments to broader cultural conversations, often highlighting emotional connections with music and its role in personal storytelling. The show's accessible approach to music appreciation aims to resonate with a wide variety of audiences, inviting listeners to better understand the intersection of music and individual narratives.
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Take 5 launched 8 years ago and published 534 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Take 5 include:
1. Kevin Bacon
2. Jarvis Cocker
3. Aaron Chen
4. Paul Kelly
5. Mac DeMarco
6. Lucy Dacus
7. Rhys Nicholson
8. Casey Donovan
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