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This week on Songversations, Eric and Byrnes connect for a fast-paced deep dive into the headlines and controversies currently shaking the music world. They discuss Ye, Bieber, Flea, & More. Next the guys open up the Songversations Mailbag to answer your burning questions on AI’s influence on music. Finally, Eric and Byrnes reveal this week's BEST SONG EVER. Submit your questions to the Songversations Mailbag:  [email protected] 0:00 Patreon  01:21 Introduction to Songversations Liner Notes 03:13 Music Headlines 24:30 Discovering New Music: Musicians' Insights 25:55 Songversations Mailbag Questions! 39:04 Best. Song. Ever! We want to interview YOU for Songversations! Sign up to be a Songversations Nation Patreon member before June 30th and you’ll automatically be entered into the drawing to have Eric interview YOU for Songversations!  Sign up today! Patreon.com/SonversationsNation ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

What songs fuel a movement? Eric sits down with civil rights activist, author, and Pod Save the People host DeRay Mckesson. Known for his pivotal role in the Black Lives Matter movement and his relentless work in social justice and policy reform, DeRay joins us to discuss the music that has shaped his journey and sustains his spirit. From his early days as a Baltimore educator to his time on the front lines in Ferguson, DeRay shares the tracks that provided him with strength, focus, and joy. Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0BxcqqoHmU37BgDJA9JxZD?si=364983290291429b 00:00:00:00 - Intro 04:37 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 08:00 - What is a song that reminds you of a teenage love? 10:39 - What is a song that reminds you of an old job you had? 17:11 - Three Stupid Questions! 22:54 - What is a song people might be surprised to learn you love? 25:15 - What is the greatest protest song of all time? 27:49 - What's a really really really old song that you love? 30:07 - You’ve been abducted by aliens who want to understand music on Earth. What is the first song you play them? 31:49 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 37:35 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

If you love music podcasts, fitness podcasts, or just hearing passionate people talk about the songs they love, this one’s for you. Jen Widerstrom joins Eric Hutchinson for a fun, easygoing conversation about music taste, workout anthems, guilty pleasures, and the tracks that keep her moving. Jen's Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2F456ciczcU8V55pvcwJII?si=7b2598b5f5c94bf8 00:00 - Intro 04:04 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 07:11 - What's a song that takes you to a higher ground? 10:13 - What's a song you pretended to like to fit in? 12:59 - What's a song that you cannot believe you used to love? 16:07 - What is your current favorite Beatles song? 21:13 - Three Stupid Questions! 26:22 - You have someone alone at your home who you want to make out with. What song do you put on to set the mood? 28:21 - What's a really really really old song that you love? 31:46 - What is a song you are embarrassed you only RECENTLY learned the correct lyrics to? 34:09 - You have died and arrived in Hell. What song is playing everywhere on a continuous loop? 36:39 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 42:21 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

If you love music podcasts, comedy podcasts, or just two funny and passionate people talking about the songs they love — this one's for you. Comedian Gareth Reynolds joins Eric Hutchinson for a loose, hilarious, and surprisingly deep conversation about music taste, guilty pleasures, and everything in between. Gareth’s Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2xa2epMYZ4USqCrGekNMIL?si=432f74802896412c 00:00 - Intro 04:34 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 11:32 - Who was your first concert and what is a song by that artist? 19:05 - What's your current favorite Beatles song? 23:26 - What is a song you are embarrassed you only RECENTLY learned the correct lyrics to? 27:32 - Three Stupid Questions! 32:25 - What's your favorite song from a musical? 35:06 - What is your favorite TV theme song? 39:12 - What is the funniest song of all time? 44:59 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 49:06 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

Taylor Swift vocalist Melanie Nyema breaks down the songs, artists, and albums that shaped her taste — from foundational favorites to deep cuts worth stealing. Melanie's Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2GaIibozASZGvz6OyB1slB?si=1be4b8ed97c04783 00:00 - Intro 03:32 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 08:41 - What is a song that reminds you of a teenage love? 12:08 - What is a song that reminds you of an old job you had? 20:36 - What is a song you wish you could hear for the first time again? 25:52 - Three Stupid Questions! 30:19 - You are at karaoke. What song do you sing? 35:30 - You have a time machine and can travel to see any musician in their prime. Who do you go see and what song do they play first? 40:59 - What is a really really really old song that you love? 42:48 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 47:23 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

Mike Elizondo has spent decades behind the boards with some of the biggest names in music — but what does he actually listen to? In this episode of Songversations, Mike digs into the records that made him who he is: the unlikely influences, the genre-crossing obsessions, and the songs that still stop him cold. If you want to understand how great music gets made, start here. Mike Elizondo's Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7CEJVkIeCHZwNfIgxysNU1?si=7a888f2d1f914914&pt=a771f5e118f31a4df38051e70fa70afb 00:00 - Intro 03:47 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 06:30 - What is the first song you remember performing for an audience? 11:00 - What is a song that made you want to be a musician? 14:48 - What's a song that reminds you of a family road trip growing up? 18:39 - What's your current favorite Beatles song? 21:47 - Three Stupid Questions! 25:45 - What is a song you love and can't believe more people don't know? 27:41 - What is a really really really old song that you love? 29:32 - What is your favorite song of yours? 33:43 - You are at karaoke. What song do you sing? 35:39 - You’ve been abducted by aliens who want to understand music on Earth. What is the first song you play them? 39:16 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 43:55 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

Actress Mayim Bialik joins musician Eric Hutchinson on Songversations for a fast, funny conversation about the music that shaped her life. From nostalgic favorites to surprising artist picks, Mayim shares the songs that stuck with her and the stories behind them. A lively dive into taste, memory, and the power of great music. MAYIM'S PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2r8xvNHINunqLe6QIlvSCl?si=820dae98fba447bb 00:00 - Intro 03:54 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 06:07 - What is a song that reminds you of a teenage love? 09:36 - Who was your first concert? 13:45 - What is a song you pretended to like to fit in? 18:01 - What is a song that you cannot believe you used to love? 20:56 - Three Stupid Questions! 24:41 - What is a song you love because of your child? 30:10 - What is a song that took you a long time to learn to appreciate? 34:14 - You’ve been abducted by aliens who want to understand music on Earth. What’s the first song you play them? 37:06 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 42:28 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

What does a comedy powerhouse listen to when the spotlight goes off? This week on Songversations, Eric sits down with the "Elder Millennial" herself, Iliza Shlesinger. Known for her razor-sharp wit and record-breaking Netflix specials, Iliza joins us to peel back the curtain on the music taste that fuels her creativity.  ILIZA'S PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dz1fyaN8bWCFvGJlSzllZ?si=4c9fc4d88f2c46ed 00:00 - Intro 03:23 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 08:34 - Who was your first concert? 14:34 - What is a song that reminds you of a teenage love? 18:56 - What is a song that reminds you of an old job you had? 22:23 - Three Stupid Questions!  27:51 - What's the funniest song of all-time? 29:36 - What is a song you love and can't believe more people don't know? 33:24 - You’ve been abducted by aliens who want to understand music on Earth.  What’s the first song you play them? 36:33 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 43:08 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

What does the man behind Magic for Humans listen to when he’s not busy pulling a fast one on the laws of physics? In this exclusive sit-down, we trade the deck of cards for a record player as we dive deep into the musical mind of Justin Willman. From the high-energy tracks that fuel his live comedy specials to the deep cuts that inspired his creative journey, Justin reveals how rhythm and melody influence his unique brand of "magic with a wink." We discuss the parallels between songwriting and trick-building, his "guilty pleasure" playlists, and why the right soundtrack is the ultimate secret weapon for any performer. Whether you're a die-hard fan of his Netflix series or a music junkie looking for fresh recommendations, this episode pulls back the curtain on the auditory world of a modern master. JUSTIN'S PLAYLIST: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/574GeFFC2PT0V6hpiKuA5R?si=149060c449df46a4 0:00 - Intro  5:22 - When you were in 6th Grade, what song made you feel like the absolute coolest person ever? 12:45 - What is a song you are embarrassed you only RECENTLY learned the correct lyrics to? 15:28 - What is a song that reminds you of an old job you had? 20:54 - What is a song that you cannot believe you used to love? 25:47 - Three Stupid Questions! 32:25 - What is a song you love and can't believe more people don't know? 35:29 - You are at Karaoke. What song do you sing? 37:41 - What song are you currently obsessed with? 45:45 - Best. Song. Ever!! ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com

Songversations with Eric Hutchinson is a new podcast that finds out what music the people who define our culture like to listen to. Each week, Eric invites a famous guest to reveal their personal life soundtrack. Together, they listen to key music clips and dive deep into the memories, moments, and meaning found where life and music converge. It’s funny, insightful, revealing, and a great way to discover new music. ------------------- Songversations with Eric Hutchinson  Produced by Alex Byrnes Edited by Jonathan Grimm Contact us at: [email protected] Instagram @SongversationsNation Best Song Ever Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/65XKaQjYWFq7ak4DHFkpAj?si=fa5362c482294d1b Become part of the Songversations Nation! - Hear this podcast first and ad-free! - Get special content and playlists - Plus MORE! Patreon.com/SongversationsNation  Find out more about Eric Hutchinson:  Instagram @EricHutchinson TikTok @EricHutchinsonOfficial EricHutchinson.com