I Only Listen to the Mountain Goats

A live show in Chicago with special guest Danny Schmidt covering 'Steal Smoked Fish'. Exploring iconic stages' history, touring challenges, and personal reflections. New Orleans journey, self-interest, reciprocity, and beliefs discussed. Music, stealing, nostalgia, and loss reflections shared. Promotions for podcast merchandise, music covers, novels, and recommendations included.

Kate Leth joins the hosts for Q&A, discussing music, faith, and fan interactions. They explore biblical parables, Jewish influence, and managing time in interviews. Kate shares her nine-year journey as a fan, transitioning to LA, and artistic evolution amidst financial constraints.

John and Joseph reflect on the final song of an album, themes of endings and transitions, Carrie Elkin joins to discuss touring with kids, cover songs, and the deeper meaning behind 'Absolute Lithops Effect'. Live show in Chicago announced, listener Q&A, and merchandise promotions.

John and Joseph discuss treasuring the unknown with Emil Amos. They talk about indie rock, cover songs, live show in Chicago, and new merchandise. Exploring emotional memories, character naming challenges, and societal beauty standards. Reflecting on the emotional depth of song covers and a nostalgic train journey in Bayon.

This podcast episode covers Bible translations, conspiracy theories, and the power of silence. Robbie and Matte from Nana Grizol discuss their cover of 'Blues in Dallas' and karaoke. The episode also touches on the significance of silence in music and the allure of conspiracy theories. Check out the live show in Chicago and Nana Grizol's cover album.

Discussing radio signals in Texas, Chaucer, and the origin of the phrase “I only listen to the Mountain Goats.” Andrew Bird joins to talk about “Distant Stations.” Learn about song inspiration, artist humility, narrative storytelling in music, and memories. Credits, promotions, and future episode announcements included.

Exploring emotional depths through music, dream exploration with fish, music, and anxiety, unexpected connections and shared experiences, profound influence of music and trauma, enchantment of music before sleep - all discussed in this episode without mentioning the podcast title

John and Joseph discuss the perfection of simple songs and subjective experiences. Amanda Palmer talks about finishing books and recording 'The Mess Inside' in a greenhouse. Covers, merchandise, and navigating the abundance of music today are also discussed.

Exploring artistic influences, the meaning of home, and the cover of 'Riches and Wonders'. Delve into myths and evolutions in music, relationship dynamics in song narratives, and the art of creating unique music covers. Explore themes of closeness, loyalty, and solitude with a touch of show promotion and new Audible original introduction.

The hosts discuss the song 'Pink and Blue' and their experiences in Iowa. They explore sound quality and recording techniques. They vividly describe sensory experiences and preview upcoming conversations and covers.