Summer Album/Winter Album
Jody Avirgan & Craig Finn
On this podcast we believe that all albums are either summer albums or winter albums. But what defines them? The lyrics, the music, your personal relationship with the record? Summer Album/Winter Album is a musical debate podcast with Jody Avirgan (538, 30 for 30, Radiotopia) and Craig Finn (The Hold Steady).Each episode, Jody and Craig offer their opening arguments, and then with the help of a guest, explore one of the greatest records of all time. Then: a verdict from the artist. New episodes twice a month.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 1h 6min
Frank Ocean's "Blonde" with Sam Sanders
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: Blonde. Frank Ocean 2016.
Our special guest: Sam Sanders, host of The Sam Sanders Show and Vibe Check
Jody Avirgan is arguing Winter, Craig Finn is arguing Summer.
Craig won the coin toss. He is presenting first.
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Jun 10, 2025 • 59min
The Strokes' "Is This It?" with Jack Coyne
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: Is This It? The Strokes. 2001.
Our special guest: Jack Coyne, host of Trackstar and Public Opinion.
Jody Avirgan is arguing Summer, Craig Finn is arguing Winter.
Jody won the coin toss. He is presenting first.
Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.
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May 23, 2025 • 1h 10min
Lana Del Rey's "Norman F***ing Rockwell" with Avery Trufelman
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: "Norman Fucking Rockwell!" Lana Del Rey. 2019.
Our special guest: Avery Trufelman, host of Articles of Interest
Jody Avirgan is arguing Winter, Craig Finn is arguing Summer.
Craig won the coin toss. He is presenting first.
Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.
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May 2, 2025 • 56min
Pavement's "Slanted and Enchanted" with Yasi Salek
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: "Slanted and Enchanted." Pavement. 1992.
Our special guest: Yasi Salek, host of BandSplain.
Jody Avirgan is arguing Winter, Craig Finn is arguing Summer.
Craig won the coin toss. He is presenting first.
Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.
Get in touch through our website.
Apr 18, 2025 • 58min
Joni Mitchell's "Court and Spark" with Tim Heidecker
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: Court and Spark. Joni Mitchell. 1974.Our special guest: Tim Heidecker, musician and host of Office Hours, On Cinema, and lots more.Jody Avirgan is arguing Summer, Craig Finn is arguing Winter.Jody won the coin toss. He is presenting first.Special thanks to Carmel Holt. Be sure to check out "The Road To Joni" from Sheroes.Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.Get in touch through our website.
Apr 14, 2025 • 24min
Is Craig's New Record A Summer Album Or Winter Album?! (Rapid Fire)
Between full episodes, we'll bring you quick conversations with some of our favorite music people -- rapid reactions to a bunch of classic albums: Summer or Winter.Today, a special chat between Jody and Craig about Craig's new album "Always Been" -- Craig talks through some of the records that inspired his new work, and renders a final verdict: Summer or Winter.More soon!
Apr 3, 2025 • 58min
Belle and Sebastian's "If You're Feeling Sinister" with Jon Ronson
Join Jon Ronson, a renowned author and podcaster, as he dives into the enchanting world of Belle and Sebastian's "If You're Feeling Sinister". He shares his first encounters with the band and how Glasgow’s music scene shaped his experiences. The discussion shifts to the album’s unique recording style, blending joyful orchestration with introspective lyrics. Ronson recalls how specific tracks evoke memories of summer festivals and running in the park, making the album a personal soundtrack for many.
Mar 28, 2025 • 8min
Walter Martin on Wilco, Bruce, Outkast, and Donovan (Rapid Fire)
Between full episodes, we'll bring you quick conversations with some of our favorite music people -- rapid reactions to a bunch of classic albums: Summer or Winter.Today, Walter Martin of The Walkmen, lots of great solo projects, and the Walter Martin Radio Hour, which you can find on substack.More soon!
Mar 21, 2025 • 59min
Paul Simon's "Graceland" with Malcolm Gladwell
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: Graceland. Paul Simon. 1986.Our special guest: Malcolm GladwellJody Avirgan is arguing Summer, Craig Finn is arguing Winter.Craig won the coin toss. He is presenting first.Check out Malcolm's series with Paul Simon "Miracle and Wonder"Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.Get in touch through our website.
Mar 4, 2025 • 46min
Vampire Weekend's "Modern Vampires Of The City" with Amanda Petrusich (Live from On Air Fest)
Tonight on Summer Album / Winter Album: Modern Vampires Of The City. Vampire Weekend. 2013. Our special guest: Amanda Petrusich of The New Yorker.Jody Avirgan is arguing Winter, Craig Finn is arguing Summer.Craig won the coin toss. He is presenting first.This episode was recorded live at the On Air Fest in Brooklyn.Weigh in and find lots more on instagram, and clips on our youtube page.Get in touch through our website.
