Episode 5: “Names”
A thoroughly-researched and nuanced discussion what makes a great band name. JK! In perhaps their most subjective episode yet, our hosts list some of their favorite and least favorite band names based solely on arbitrary rules and whims. It's what we're all about! Also, the return of the Playlist Challenge.
Episode 4: “Documentaries”
What better time for hosts E and Tank to talk about music documentaries than on the eve of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour movie opening in theaters? Our hosts get into what they love about music documentaries, what they don't like so much, the impact they have on how they feel about the artists, and recommend some of their favorites.
Episode 3: “Relegation”
What better way to start Season 3 of The Extended Play Podcast than with a close look at Hip-Hop? Hosts E and Tank talk about their own history with the genre, celebrate what they love about it, and challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zone when it comes to modern hip-hop.
Episode 2: “Hip-Hop” (Part Two)
What better way to start Season 3 of The Extended Play Podcast than with a close look at Hip-Hop? Hosts E and Tank talk about their own history with the genre, celebrate what they love about it, and challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zone when it comes to modern hip-hop.
Episode 1: “Hip-Hop” (Part One)
What better way to start Season 3 of The Extended Play Podcast than with a close look at Hip-Hop? Hosts E and Tank talk about their own history with the genre, celebrate what they love about it, and challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zone when it comes to modern hip-hop.
Episode 12: “Separation”
A super-sized season finale! Hosts E and Tank are joined by Rob from 1,001 Album Complaints to talk about band breakups.
Episode 11: “Discovery”
How does one discover music in 2023? Hosts E and Tank get into their history and current practices, but not before Tank goes OFF racist country music recording artists (ahem Jason Aldean). That and a Playlist Challenge.
Episode 10: “Befuddlement” (Part Two)
Hosts E and Tank and special co-host Libby share a 15-song Playlist Challenge. Surprises and hilarity ensue.
Episode 09: “Befuddlement” (Part One)
Hosts E and Tank and special co-host Libby as they ask discuss artists they're supposed to like - but don't.
Episode 08: “Villains”
Hosts E and Tank discuss separating art from the artist. E goes on a rant about a recent live show the hosts attended. Plus, another edition of our Playlist Challenge.
Episode 07: “Critics”
Join hosts E and Tank as they try to figure out the role of music criticism in 2023. Whose opinion can you trust? How do you discover music when music criticism is harder and harder to find? Plus, another edition of our Playlist Challenge.
Episode 06: “B”
What defines pop music in 2023? Hosts E and Tank discuss the popularity, music awards, and more. Plus a Playlist Challenge.
Episode 05: “Popularity”
What defines pop music in 2023? Hosts E and Tank discuss the popularity, music awards, and more. Plus a Playlist Challenge.
Episode 04: “Live”
What do we love about live music? Hosts E and Tank discuss the pros, cons, and everything in between.
Episode 03: “Situations”
Hosts E and Tank discuss times in their lives when music provided the soundtrack.
Episode 02: “Country” (Part Two)
Hosts E and Tank continue their discussion about country music. Turns out there’s actually some good stuff out there!
Episode 01: “Country” (Part One)
It’s the debut of Season 2! Hosts Tank and E had to go after country. It’s not entirely negative…
Episode 06: “500”
In the final episode of Season 1, hosts E and Tank get angry about a three-year-old list of the best albums of all time. ANGRY.
Episode 05: “Videos”
In Episode 5, hosts E and Tank look back at some of their favorite music videos and discuss the role video plays in discovering and appreciating music.
Episode 04: “Albums”
In Episode 4, hosts E and Tank take a close look at the album format.
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