Jokermen
Jokermen
Jokermen Podcast is your spirit guide to the wonderful world of Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys. Every song, every record: It’s All Good Music :: Subscribe on Patreon for access to all episodes ad-free, plus the full back catalog of Bob Dylan, Velvet Underground, Steely Dan, Lou Reed, and John Cale goods at patreon.com/jokermen :: @jokermenpodcast on Instagram and Twitter
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Aug 27, 2025 • 1h 2min
In Conversation: MEG DUFFY
Ian chats with Meg Duffy about the difference (or lack thereof) between an EP and an LP, working with Blake Mills & Daniel Aged, establishing a solo career while collaborating with other artists, the challenge of writing love songs, bridging the gap between hip non-binary kids and ponytailed guitar guys, and their excellent new Hand Habits record.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 1h 12min
The Beach Boys: THE BEACH BOYS (1985)
The Jokermen consider the first post-Dennis Wilson effort from The Beach Boys, The Beach Boys (1985). Plus: A&W Zero Sugar Root Beer.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 9min
Teaser // Billy Joel: STORM FRONT with Tim Heidecker
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Aug 18, 2025 • 1h 7min
Van Dyke Parks: JUMP! + THE BRAVE LITTLE TOASTER
The Jokermen rendezvous with Van Dyke Parks, Joel Chandler Harris, Uncle Remus, Br'er Rabbit, David Newman, and the Brave Little Toaster for a conversation about American myth, cultural appreciation vs. cultural appropriation, and having respect for your audience.
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Aug 11, 2025 • 8min
Teaser // Billy Joel: THE BRIDGE
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Aug 7, 2025 • 12min
Teaser // Dennis Wilson: FAREWELL MY FRIEND
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Aug 5, 2025 • 1h 6min
Carl Wilson: YOUNGBLOOD
The Jokermen read several Wikipedia pages to one another while discussing the second and final Carl Wilson solo LP. Plus: Zevia Root Beer.
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Jul 28, 2025 • 52min
In Conversation: CORY HANSON
Evan is joined by Cory Hanson for a chat about songwriting, audio fidelity, Steely Dan, Jimmy Buffet, a memorable encounter with Lou Reed, and the making of his new album on Drag City “I Love People” co-produced by Robbie Cody
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Jul 24, 2025 • 7min
Teaser // Billy Joel: AN INNOCENT MAN with Molly Lambert
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Jul 21, 2025 • 1h 14min
Brian Wilson: COCAINE & HAMBURGERS
The Jokermen commence the Brian Wilson solo series with a look at the legendary Cocaine Sessions. "It's always darkest just before the dawn."
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