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When They Was Fab: Electric Arguments About the Beatles

Ed Chen and Jon Stone, Lonnie Pena, Martin Quibell
The Beatles
Paul Mccartney
Ringo Starr
Beatles
John Lennon
George Harrison
Wings
Mind Games
Beatlemania
Yoko Ono
Rubber Soul
Brian Epstein
Let It Be
Beatles Anthology
Get Back
Liverpool
Bob Dylan
Abbey Road
Doctor Who
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Talk, more talk, chat, more chat - We’re happy to do it for you (Beatles)

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Latest Episodes

Amy Poehler talks to Stella McCartney and her Dad, while Marv and I talk to ... each other.     We catch up (and summarize) recent interviews done by Paul McCartney and Giles Martin, and cover the latest news in the Beatle world, including the sad pa... more

Catch up time.     Marv and I go through the new (and flipped) tracks on "The Boys of Dungeon Lane (Special Edition), discuss the new and revised immersive "Beatles Story" coming to Liverpool in 2028, and take a peek at MGM and Amazon's "For Your Con... more

A selection of alternate Rubber Soul mixes.     Darin Murphy joins Marv and I again to talk the mixes on Disc Three and Four of the Superdeluxe "Rubber Soul" (UK mono and US "East Coast" stereo), along with chat on many other versions (UK "loud cut" ... more

Marv and I hare back for our look at disc two of the Rubber Soul Box!     There is a lot more than just the "lost song" known as "Little Girl."    Lots of news as well.     "The Third Eye", the re-release of "Boys of Dungeon Lane", and even more #mad... more

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Darin Murphy
Musician and member of Cotton Mather
Cotton Mather
Episode: 2026.42 Rubber Soul Superdeluxe Discs Three and Four
Darren Murphy
Friend of the show, Rubber Soul on the road musical arranger
Rubber Soul on the Road
Episode: 2026.39 Simon, Clapton, Mike Love, more Pearl Jam and Jimmy Kimmel.
Olivia Harrison
Olivia Harrison promoting George Harrison photographs book
Stow School tape project / Third Eye book author
Episode: 2026.39 Simon, Clapton, Mike Love, more Pearl Jam and Jimmy Kimmel.
Giles Martin
Producer and son of Sir George Martin, involved in the Quadrology remixes
Quadrology project
Episode: 2026.37 Norwegian Wood, Second Version - Giles Martin - US 1966
Taj Mahal
Blues musician and performer featured in the Palomino jam
Musician
Episode: 2026.34 George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jesse Ed Davis ... and Taj Mahal
Jesse Ed Davis
Guitarist associated with John Lennon sessions and Taj Mahal era
Musician
Episode: 2026.34 George Harrison, Bob Dylan, Jesse Ed Davis ... and Taj Mahal
Chris Whitten
Drummer involved in the Flowers in the Dirt era sessions
The Flowers in the Dirt sessions
Episode: 2026.30 Paul and Declan Demoland Pt.2 and Rubber Soul Chat
Kevin Armstrong
Guitarist in the Elvis Costello/Paul McCartney sessions; later worked with Bowie
Elvis Costello sessions, The Attractions collaborator
Episode: 2026.30 Paul and Declan Demoland Pt.2 and Rubber Soul Chat
Elvis Costello
Musician; collaborated with Paul McCartney on Flowers in the Dirt era
Elvis Costello & The Attractions
Episode: 2026.29 Paul and Declan Demoland Pt.1

Hosts

Edward Sheen
Lead host with extensive history in Beatles-focused discussions; frequently anchors multi-episode arcs and historical deep-dives
Edward Chan
Co-host known for archival knowledge and contributing technical insights into sessions and gear
Martin Quibbell
Co-host and discussion panelist bringing historical context and guest coordination
Ed Shinn
Contributor with Beatle-era episode knowledge and guest integration

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Top 5

    One of the best pods out there. This and Toppermost are teo lust listens for Beatle fans

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dpt1213
    United States8 months ago
  • The ick

    I really love this podcast…I’ve listened to it for years. But today, and in the past I really get the ick when Ed mentions the reactions of girls to the Beatles. Please stop. As a woman, it’s really so offensive.The tone of Ed’s voice sounds really creepy on subjects like this. Please let someone else remark if it must be remarked on.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Okie 60’s Girl
    United States9 months ago
  • Please read!

    I hate rap! Please get me on your podcast. I actually have a vinyl collection and my favorite band is The Beatles and I actually do listen to albums in full. I’m 15 years old. Thanks for reading! Please talk about The Suicide Machines Self Titled album and the album A Dream Is All We Know by The Lemon Twigs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beatlesfan11=)
    United States9 months ago
  • Please read!

    I hate rap! Please get me on your podcast. I actually have a vinyl collection and my favorite band is The Beatles and I actually do listen to albums in full. I’m 14 years old. Thanks for reading! Please talk about The Suicide Machines Self Titled album and the album A Dream Is All We Know by The Lemon Twigs. Also January 18th is my birthday. 😊

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beatlesfan11=)
    United States10 months ago
  • Please read!

    I hate rap! Please get me on your podcast. I actually have a vinyl collection and my favorite band is The Beatles and I actually do listen to albums in full. I’m 14 years old. Thanks for reading! Please talk about The Suicide Machines Self Titled album and the album A Dream Is All We Know by The Lemon Twigs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beatlesfan11=)
    United Statesa year ago

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Balanced hosts with strong archive knowledge and engaging banter.
Promos and guest angles feel thoughtfully integrated with episodes.
Vibrant deep dives—great for superfans who want the insider details.
High-quality analysis but occasional rapid-fire pacing can be dense for newcomers.
Some listeners crave even more guest-driven episodes with diverse voices.

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2026.42 Rubber Soul Superdeluxe Discs Three and Four
Q: What do you think they should have put in this box that they didn't?
The group suggests including Yesterday and Today, along with more alternate and session material, and discusses packaging that could explain the album's assembled track list and show both versions of its cover.
2026.42 Rubber Soul Superdeluxe Discs Three and Four
Q: What particular things surprised you about the American Rubber Soul?
Martin Croubell says he found it strange to hear “I've Just Seen a Face” open the album and noticed that “Nowhere Man” was missing, while recognizing that American labels often changed British albums' track lists.
2026.40 Rubber Soul Superdeluxe Disc One
Q: What do you think would have happened if they'd have stuck with going into the territory of take two for the eventual version? Do you think that would have made any difference in a way to how Indian music or the inspiration of it came into the world of music?
Darin Murphy says the more stripped-down final arrangement, with the sitar entering unexpectedly, created mystery and suited the song's mood better than taking the arrangement further toward Indian music.
2026.40 Rubber Soul Superdeluxe Disc One
Q: Is Giles doing the right thing, or how would you deal with the business of MAL and the spectral separation? Is that the right way to remix the Beatles, or should they be going just to the four tracks or eight tracks as they were?
Darin Murphy likes that spectral separation exposes hidden musical details, but says that rebuilding the mix can sometimes lose the fullness of the original recording. He finds that problem less evident on Rubber Soul than on some other remixes.
2026.29 Paul and Declan Demoland Pt.1
Q: Did you try to play cool in your first met him or did you just kind of fanboy out?
Elvis Costello explains that initial nerves gave way to a productive, collaborative energy; they found common ground through two guitars, a notebook, and a willingness to tell each other when something wasn't working, which led to a number of demos and a deepening working relationship.

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The show leans into deep-dan Beatle history with a focus on archival releases, session details, and the behind-the-scenes forces shaping legacy projects. Episodes frequently dissect box sets, demos, and collaborations—from remixed era materials to Flowers in the Dirt sessions and related archival finds—often weaving in anecdotes about producers, equipment, and industry dynamics. The format blends rigorous fan-nerd analysis with accessible storytelling, making technical topics approachable for long-time enthusiasts while still offering fresh angles for curious newcomers. A notable strength is the hosts' willingness to challenge conventional narratives, invite insider perspectives, and discuss the intersection of legacy publishing, media tie-... more

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