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You Wanted a Hit!

You Wanted a Hit!

By: Michael Smith & Theo Beidler
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 A discussion of unlikely, perplexing, and positively bizarre hit songs that swept the nation, and often the world. Have you ever heard a classic song and thought, "why on Earth was this popular?" Or "How did this even get played on the radio?" Well, we're here to answer these questions for you. Each episode we will explore the backstory, creation, and success of one unlikely smash hit. The catch? Only one host knows which song will be the topic. Hosted by music fanatics and pop culture enthusiasts Michael Smith and Theo Beidler.

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Episodes
  • Harvey Danger "Flagpole Sitta" Part 1 (w/ Matt Gudernatch)

    Harvey Danger "Flagpole Sitta" Part 1 (w/ Matt Gudernatch)
    Jun 13 2025
    1 of 2 parts: Michael tells the story of the journalistic Seattle alternative rock band's snarky yet snappy 1997 smash. Actor, writer, and comedian Matt Gudernatch joins the conversation.

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    52 mins
  • Jill Sobule "I Kissed a Girl"

    Jill Sobule "I Kissed a Girl"
    May 28 2025
    Theo tells the story of the Denver singer-songwriter's witty, groundbreaking 1995 gay anthem

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Jimmy Dean "I.O.U."

    Jimmy Dean "I.O.U."
    May 8 2025
    Michael tells the story of the Texas singer/songwriter, actor, TV host, and meat purveyor's 1976 sentimental spoken-word ode to moms

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    59 mins
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