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The Walrus Was Paul

Paul Romanuk
The Beatles
Rubber Soul
Blue Rodeo
Abbey Road
George Martin
Paul Mccartney
The White Album
Tug Of War
Gordon Lightfoot
Ringo Starr
A Hard Day's Night
Beatles
Norwegian Wood
Revolver
Jay Sparrow
Canadian Music
The Barenaked Ladies
She Loves You
John Lennon
What Goes On

Winner, "Outstanding Music Series", 2022 Canadian Podcast Awards. In this passion project of a podcast, longtime Hockey Night In Canada and TSN broadcaster (and Beatles expert!) Paul Romanuk chats with great Canadian music people about the greatest band in the history of pop music - The Beatles. Each episode will feature a different guest, who will dive into their favourite Beatles or Beatles solo... more

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Host Paul Romanuk talks with Canadian Songwriters Hall Of Fame member Marc Jordan about one of Marc's favourite Beatles records: 1966 number one album Revolver.

Marc has written SO MANY hit tunes for some of the biggest names in the music world. Yo... more

Canadian folk artist David Francey talks with host Paul Romanuk about Side Two of The Beatles' final studio album, Abbey Road. David also talks about the inspiration behind some of his words and music.

You can find out more about David Francey and h... more

Canadian folk artist David Francey talks with host Paul Romanuk about Side One of The Beatles' final studio album, Abbey Road. David also talks about the inspiration behind some of his words and music.

You can find out more about David Francey and h... more

Musician, songwriter and producer Hawksley Workman talks with host Paul Romanuk about Side One of the 1979 Paul McCartney & Wings album Back To The Egg. This was the last original studio album McCartney released with Wings. Hawksley loved Side One...... more

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Recent Guests

David Francey
Canadian folk music singer and songwriter
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Episode: S4 E22 - Abbey Road (Side One) - Singer/Songwriter David Francey
Hawksley Workman
Canadian singer-songwriter, prolific musician, and Juno Award winner
Hawksley Workman
Episode: S4 E20 - Back To The Egg (Side One) - Musician/Songwriter Hawksley Workman
Terry Draper
Canadian musician and songwriter, founding member of the band Klaatu
Klaatu
Episode: S4 E18 - ARCHIVE EDITION (Part I) - Beatles '65 - Songwriter/Musician Terry Draper
Mike Daley
Musicologist and guitarist with a PhD in musicology
Episode: S4 E16 - My 5 Most Significant Beatles Songs (Part I) - Musicologist Mike Daley
Max Comeau
Montreal singer-songwriter who creates introspective music and has collaborated on a jazz-flavored tribute album to McCartney.
Episode: S4 E15 - Wings' Venus and Mars (Side Two) - Singer/Songwriter Max Comeau
Dave Bidini
Member of the Canadian band The Rheostatics, a songwriter, author, and community newspaper founder.
The Rheostatics
Episode: S4 E13 - ARCHIVE EDITION - Let It Be - Musician Dave Bidini of The Rheostatics
Luka Kuplowsky
Toronto-based musician, songwriter, and filmmaker
Ryokan Band
Episode: S4 E11 - A Hard Day's Night (Side One) - Songwriter Luka Kuplowsky
Steven Page
Musician and singer-songwriter, former member of The Barenaked Ladies
The Barenaked Ladies
Episode: S4 E9 - ARCHIVE EDITION - Tug Of War - Steven Page
Robert Armes
Singer-songwriter, producer, arranger, and a giant in the Canadian commercial music industry
Episode: S4 E7 – Great George Martin Arrangements – Songwriter/Arranger Robert Armes

Host

Paul Romanuk
Host and veteran broadcaster with extensive knowledge of music, particularly the Beatles.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 99 ratings
  • Great Music Review

    I really enjoyed the episode on The Traveling Wilburies.excellent review of their short life span. Great job.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillBlaster1
    United Statesa year ago
  • A must-listen for Beatles fans

    Fantastic host; guests are musicians and songwriters who provide knowledgeable insight into the music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    URCPF
    United Statesa year ago
  • What Canada needs

    A beautiful tribute with sparkling personalities. Lovingly researched. Like coming in from a cold day to a pot of tea on the stove.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dswdrff
    Canada3 years ago
  • this may be my favourite podcast. great guests and I always learn something about both the beatles and the canadian artist that has been invited to discuss the beatles. and paul brings nuggets of gold to the conversation - while also letting his guests shine.

    Podchaser
    5
    andrzej rybak
    4 years ago
  • Great Podcast!

    Fantastic podcast on the Beatles. Paul Romanuk does a lot of work to prepare for each episode and it shows in the great quality of his comments. The guests bring a different perspective as they are all seasoned professional musicians. Great fir anyone but especially for those who love Canadian music.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    medicinejar
    Canada4 years ago

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Listeners consistently praise the in-depth knowledge of the host and the engaging nature of guests sharing personal insights into the Beatles. Many have described the conversations as insightful and warm, often highlighting the rich anecdotes relevant to music history.
Reviews suggest that the podcast is well-researched, with guests providing expert commentary that greatly enhances discussions, appealing to a shared love for the Beatles' legacy. Overall, it has received high marks for quality and informative content.
The podcast has been characterized as a beautiful tribute to the Beatles, creating an inviting atmosphere that resonates with both casual fans and hardcore enthusiasts, offering a remarkable experience of storytelling through music.

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S4 E21 - Back To The Egg (Side Two) - Musician/Songwriter Hawksley Workman
Q: What were you doing in July when you spent a lot of time in the studio?
Hawksley Workman shared that he spent time in the studio with an artist from Edmonton named Ellie Heath, creating a fascinating pop record.
S4 E20 - Back To The Egg (Side One) - Musician/Songwriter Hawksley Workman
Q: Why did you want to give a different treatment to Smoke Baby?
Hawksley explains that the acoustic version reflects his growth as a person and underscores the ridiculousness of his past hedonistic lifestyle, showcasing a more mature outlook on life and art.
S4 E20 - Back To The Egg (Side One) - Musician/Songwriter Hawksley Workman
Q: What are your first memories of the album you have chosen?
Hawksley discusses his father's extensive record collection and how it influenced his early relationship with music, including his memories of the album Back To The Egg.
S4 E18 - ARCHIVE EDITION (Part I) - Beatles '65 - Songwriter/Musician Terry Draper
Q: Am I explaining myself well here, Paul?
Draper provides a colorful analogy on how the way musicians play helps the music's overall impact and enjoyment, emphasizing Ringo's distinctive drumming style.
S4 E18 - ARCHIVE EDITION (Part I) - Beatles '65 - Songwriter/Musician Terry Draper
Q: How do the two approaches to making music differ, being a live working band and a band that was in the studio?
Terry Draper explains that performing in bars required learning popular songs to get gigs, while studio bands focused on creating the music they wanted to hear, not just what they could play live.

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Focused on the legacy of the Beatles, this podcast brings together Canadian musicians and industry experts to explore their favorite Beatles albums and songs. Each episode features intimate conversations where guests share personal anecdotes and insights related to the band's impact on music and culture. The host, a seasoned broadcaster and Beatles enthusiast, encourages a deep examination of both popular and solo works, weaving in historical context while celebrating the creative connections that span generations of musicians. This engaging format blends storytelling with critical analysis, making it especially appealing to Beatles fans and music lovers alike.

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Recent guests on The Walrus Was Paul include:

1. David Francey
2. Hawksley Workman
3. Terry Draper
4. Mike Daley
5. Max Comeau
6. Dave Bidini
7. Luka Kuplowsky
8. Steven Page

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