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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
Revolver
Norwegian Wood
Jay Sparrow
Canadian Music
The Barenaked Ladies
London
John Lennon
Run For Your Life

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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In this second part of an archive edition of The Walrus Was Paul, we dig into the archives to pay tribute to the life and memory of Canadian musician and songwriter Terry Draper, who passed away in May of 2025. Terry was a founding member of the 70s ... more

In this archive edition of The Walrus Was Paul, we dig into the archives to pay tribute to the life and memory of Canadian musician and songwriter Terry Draper. Terry was a founding member of the 70s band Klaatu and, also, an honoured member of the C... more

In this episode, the 2nd of two parts, Musician and Musicologist Mike Daley talks about why certain Beatles songs are more musically significant to him than others. We nerd out on the Beatles' biggest selling single and, also, their most streamed tra... more

In this first of two special episodes, Musician and Musicologist Mike Daley talks about why certain Beatles songs are more musically significant than others. The tracks covered in this episode come from the albums Please Please Me, Help! and Revolver... more

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Recent Guests

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, and musician
Independent Artist
Episode: S4 E14 - Wings' Venus and Mars (Side One) - 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
Barry Keane
Renowned Canadian drummer known for his work with Gordon Lightfoot
Gordon Lightfoot Band
Episode: S4 E6 – Great Ringo Drum Performances – Lightfoot Band drummer Barry Keane
Piers Hemmingsen
Canadian Beatles historian and author
Author of 'The Beatles In Canada, The Origins of Beatlemania'
Episode: S4 E5 – The Beatles In Canada – Beatles Historian Piers Hemmingsen
Drew Arnott
Singer, songwriter, and musician, member of the band Strange Advance
Strange Advance
Episode: S4 E4 – Beatles Mellotron Tracks – Drew Arnott of Strange Advance

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Paul Romanuk
Host of a music podcast known for in-depth discussions about The Beatles and their impact on popular music, often collaborating with knowledgeable guests.

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 States9 months 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 often highlight the enjoyable blend of nostalgia and new insights that keep even longtime Beatles fans engaged.
Many praise the depth of research and perspective provided by both the host and guests, which enriches their understanding of the music.
The consistent quality of guests, who are often seasoned musicians or industry experts, draws a lot of positive feedback for adding valuable context to discussions.
Listeners rave about the engaging and insightful nature of content, particularly appreciating the informed discussions about The Beatles' songs and history.

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S4 E15 - Wings' Venus and Mars (Side Two) - Singer/Songwriter Max Comeau
Q: How do you feel about the lyrical depth of McCartney's songs?
Max admires McCartney's ability to convey empathy for characters in his songs, calling 'Treat Her Gently' a beautiful ballad.
S4 E15 - Wings' Venus and Mars (Side Two) - Singer/Songwriter Max Comeau
Q: What do you think of the track 'Medicine Jar'?
Max expresses that he sees it as a missed opportunity, feeling the song lacks a distinct personality.
S4 E15 - Wings' Venus and Mars (Side Two) - Singer/Songwriter Max Comeau
Q: Max, what are you working on creatively?
Max shares that he's planning a stripped-back acoustic album and has a backlog of songs he's excited about.
S4 E12 - A Hard Day's Night (Side Two) - Songwriter Luka Kuplowsky
Q: Hey Luka, do you ever channel them at all, consciously or unconsciously in your music?
When I was first writing songs, I was writing in this in the kind of Beatles pop mode and I was trying to sing like Lennon.
S4 E11 - A Hard Day's Night (Side One) - Songwriter Luka Kuplowsky
Q: Why did you ultimately choose A Hard Day's Night over other albums?
Luka loves the album's propulsive nature and its impact on his songwriting evolution, recalling its significant influence during his formative years.

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Focused on the legendary music of The Beatles, this series features insightful conversations with Canadian musicians, musicologists, and industry experts as they explore the band's profound impact on music history. Each episode spotlights a guest who shares their personal connections to The Beatles, analyzing favorite songs and albums while revealing lesser-known anecdotes. The engaging dialogues blend historical context with contemporary reflections, making it a remarkable exploration of the Beatles' legacy through the eyes of those influenced by their timeless music.

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1. Mike Daley
2. Max Comeau
3. Dave Bidini
4. Luka Kuplowsky
5. Steven Page
6. Robert Armes
7. Barry Keane
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