Best Dinosaur Jr Podcasts (2025)

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Blood Empty: How a Beloved Team Made a Deal with the Devil 53:55

12h ago53:55

53:55

What do Vladimir Putin, David Hasselhoff and a shadowy businessman named The Meat Baron have in common? The remains of a fan-owned German football club that sold its soul, got stuck in the middle of a war, then woke up from a $200 million nightmare... to the basement of the standings. Correspondent Bradley Campbell travels to Gelsenkirchen, a minin…

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Watching the Dallas Cowboys on Death Row (PTFO Peabody Award Finalist) 54:59

2d ago54:59

54:59

This episode was recently honored as a unanimous finalist for the prestigious Peabody Awards. But it's been 26 years since he was sentenced to death, and Charles Flores still maintains his innocence — while talking trash, playing fantasy football and making enchiladas on game day. Last fall, correspondent David Fleming visited Inmate No. 999299 at …

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The Jordon Rules: An Exclusive PTFO Investigation 53:33

7d ago53:33

53:33

The real story of Bill Belichick's 24-year-old girlfriend is even weirder than it seemed on the viral CBS interview: Pablo spoke to 11 sources who've dealt with Jordon Hudson directly — and there is deep concern that she is destroying the legacy and reputation of the greatest football coach ever. Plus: Katie Nolan and Michael Cruz Kayne reveal our …

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Will Forte Commits to the Bit 53:44

5d ago53:44

53:44

Will Forte is responsible for some of the most idiosyncratically bizarre characters in comedy history — and the funniest movie Pablo has ever seen. But to understand Forte's legend, you must peer behind the scenes of "MacGruber" and "SNL" (his mythical audition, included). With a little help from their mutual friends, Pablo goes inside the making o…

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The Fake Sports Scandal Taking Over Fox News 53:02

9d ago53:02

53:02

There's a big DOGE hearing on Capitol Hill tomorrow, after a month of yelling from Fox News and threats of a criminal investigation from Trump's cabinet. The cause: an elite female fencer who got punished for taking a knee, in protest of her transgender opponent at an Olympic qualifier. The problem? That story isn't true. Andrew Fischl, PTFO's fenc…

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emergency episode 24:35

10d ago24:35

24:35

As Lou comes back from Texas, Adelle leaves to Wisconsin. When Adelle returns Lou is off on another tour. Having had no time to check in with their faithful listeners an emergency episode is in order! They equate keeping their lives in order during this chaotic time to cleaning the litter box. Lou warms up for his shows by playing his song Wave. WA…

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Björk 2:17:22

10d ago2:17:22

2:17:22

She emerged from the caves of Iceland with a singular voice and singular vision. As the ultimate blank check artist, she combined international textures with innovative electronic landscapes to both astound and baffle listeners. It's BJÖRK week! Björk leans into her Sugarcubes and London club influences early with quirky and catchy performances on …

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Share & Swear & Tell with Jessica Smetana and Kevin Clark 46:31

13d ago46:31

46:31

Why the f*ck is Formula One cracking down on profanity? Is swearing a performance-enhancing drug? And what if you hosted The Paul Finebaum Show — only to be bullied for loving the Orlando Magic? Plus: a foul-mouthed grandma, an insurance adjuster on meth, an ass in the jackpot, a potentially pierced penis... and the Chalamet of it all. Learn more a…

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Record of the Week: Waterloo Sunset 13:09

12d ago13:09

13:09

In this Record of the Week, John and Stewart dig into Waterloo Sunset by The Kinks. With its dreamy atmosphere, raw mono mix, and Ray Davies’ poetic storytelling, the song captures a fleeting moment of beauty in 1960s London. Because of its lo-fi charm, Waterloo Sunset stands as one of the most emotionally resonant and sonically unique recordings o…

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The Goalie Who Disappeared 53:58

12d ago53:58

53:58

Jerce Reyes Barrios was a pro soccer player in Venezuela — an underdog living a sports-movie dream. Then he became an immigrant to Trump's America: The administration accused Jerce of being a gang member. ICE flew him to a terrorist prison in El Salvador. And his family hasn't spoken to him since. All of this... for a tattoo about his favorite foot…

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The Sporting Class: Welcome to Football Coachella 53:25

16d ago53:25

53:25

The NFL Draft is such a tediously fascinating test of power that it's near impossible to turn off. John Skipper and David Samson help Pablo find the entertainment magic in the gathering — and examine the collusion theory of Shedeur Sanders' fall (especially now that the White House is taking credit for stopping it). Plus: the case for a neutral-sit…

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in conversation 31:44

19d ago31:44

31:44

Lou and Adelle are "in conversation" this week.Topics include (but are not limited to): annoying phrases (like "in conversation"), acceptable/unacceptable words and whether or not Sting is hot. Barlow Family General Store for "bespoke" handwritten lyrics: https://barlowfamilygeneralstore.com/ oh, the extras! https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com…

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Share & Tell & Twins with Katie Nolan and Michael Cruz Kayne 44:58

20d ago44:58

44:58

Why were Detectives Benson and Stabler holding hands courtside at the Knicks game? How will these world-famous sisters save the birds in unison? And what's the best pope name? Plus: embracing the bait, diagnosing the kink, Jeopardy! feuds, burses... and twins. Further content: • "The greatest news interview of all time. Nothing can prepare you for …

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Fowl Shots: We Investigated an NBA Conspiracy 49:03

21d ago49:03

49:03

The most brilliant promotion in sports seems simple: If a visiting NBA player misses two straight free throws in the fourth quarter, every fan in the arena gets free chicken. But the untold story of Brickin' for Chicken is a tale of psychology, philanthropy and unintended consequences — and nobody wants to admit the truth. So we teamed up with Oddb…

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2 songs for Tuesday 28:50

21d ago28:50

28:50

Lou covers two songs that made he and Adelle cry this week. First, Wilco’s I Thought I Held You (from their debut LP A.M.). Second, Adrianne Lenker’s Ruined (from the Bright Future LP). WATCH on LouTube https://youtu.be/0t0CUzhfqBg Join our Substack and see our Dinner/Music “live” stream. Adelle made dinner, Lou made songs and they’re gonna do it a…

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This (Independent) Senator Has a Warning. Who Will Listen? 46:22

23d ago46:22

46:22

Angus King, the U.S. Senator from Maine (and former quarterback), is neither a Democrat nor a Republican. So we should listen very closely as he takes PTFO inside what he deems an unprecedented constitutional crisis — from tariffs and mass deportations to trans athletes and DOGE — by way of the ancient Romans, a vegetable slicer and Bill Belichick.…

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The Pogues with Kevin Bogart 2:34:36

24d ago2:34:36

2:34:36

Mix 1 part traditional irish folk, 2 parts punk, and 3 parts irish whiskey (just not the protestant kind): stir and drink well. Grab a Guinness and sing along: it's THE POGUES week! Joining the show is a long-time friend who played many a sweaty Boston punk show with Alex and Jon over the years, Kevin Bogart (Trophy Lungs, Better Sense)! Kevin and …

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the Outlander edition episode 27:55

25d ago27:55

27:55

Adelle and Lou get heavy with the Outlander talk. Lou thinks Adelle has a crush on Jamie but realizes he is the one with the crush on Jamie. Sick kittens and Adelle’s wisdom tooth removal are not discussed. WATCH on LouTube https://youtu.be/65uBhZ5SMrc Join our Substack for extrs extra stuff. https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com/ Hosted on Acas…

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Share & Jeopardy! & Tell with Mina Kimes and Dan Le Batard 46:11

25d ago46:11

46:11

Mina Kimes’s Celebrity Jeopardy! semi-final featured a Guardian of the Galaxy from the Marvel Cinematic Universe and a tech millionaire podcaster. How did Mina do? The answer: NOT a Daily Double. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Pablo Torre, Le Batard & Friends

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The Great Once 53:26

26d ago53:26

53:26

As history was made this month, The Great One sat in a luxury box with the NHL commissioner and... the conspiracy-theorist director of the FBI. Has Wayne Gretzky become a political Mr. Magoo? Or legitimate friends with an American president who's trying to make the GOAT’s homeland his 51st state? Bruce Arthur, the Toronto Star columnist and conscie…

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Jaw & Order: The Case of the Stolen Dinosaur Bones (and Nicolas Cage) 46:11

1M ago46:11

46:11

How did a federal prosecutor named Martin Bell end up suing a 70-million-year-old tyrannosaurus, looted from the rocky sands of the Gobi Desert? By teaming up with The Babe Ruth of Forfeiture and a personal injury lawyer representing the president of Mongolia, naturally. What followed was a matter of international diplomacy and Florida men — of a n…

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TINY TUNES TUESDAY natural one 14:45

29d ago14:45

14:45

Everyone (Adelle, Tiny Tunes Tuesday Guy, Mini-Music-Monday Guy and 4-Track Man) is skeptical of Lou's claim that he has not played Natural One for the podcast. How could have -not- played his most known tune after 2 and 1/2 years of RAW Impressions? Adelle and Lou share their thoughts on regret. Read Lou's Folk Implosion tour diary on duh Substack…

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The Power Brokers and Palace Intrigue of Trump's Rollercoaster Week, with Stephanie Ruhle 46:58

1M ago46:58

46:58

The Dow Jones looks like an EKG chart. The world economy feels like the Cuban Missile Crisis. And the sycophantic administration's policy is more volatile than the Denver Nuggets' front office. But to Stephanie Ruhle — the former banker turned host of MSNBC's The 11th Hour, receiving frantic calls from investors and C-suite execs — the real problem…

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April birthday shout-outs 27:53

1M ago27:53

27:53

With the help of 4-Track Man, Adelle and Lou relay birthday wishes for faithful listeners. 4-Track Man sings a birthday song as Adelle opens a belated birthday gift, live. WATCH it on LouTube https://youtu.be/uPetS86zucU Join our Substack , link here to watch our first (more to come!) live post. https://open.substack.com/pub/barlowfamilygeneral/p/l…

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House Call: Why the World's Best Pitchers and Quarterbacks Seek This Man's Advice 45:33

1M ago45:33

45:33

He got the Sandy Koufax seal of approval, then re-trained Nolan Ryan in his forties. He upgraded Drew Brees into one of the most accurate passers of all time, then went tête-à-tête with Tom Brady. He even tried turning Michael Jordan and Tim Tebow into baseball players. But for legendary pitching coach Dr. Tom House, the science of throwing is all …

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Ketchup with Ed Stasium 28:22

1M ago28:22

28:22

We first interviewed producer and engineer Ed Stasium in Episodes 80 and 81, where he spoke with John and Stewart about recording some truly seminal albums with Gladys Knight & the Pips, the Ramones, Talking Heads, and Living Colour, as well as his pivotal role in the design and construction of the Power Station in NYC. These episodes offer a fasci…

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A New Roadmap for Actual Human Connection, with Roy Wood Jr. 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

The promise of the internet has failed us. Our politics are breaking us. But the sports world, even in a state of group-hate, provides lessons for a fundamental human need that is currently all too absent: connection. Roy Wood Jr., one of the most prolific road comics in our country, has a million miles of experience at kicking the tires on The Rea…

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tiny tunes tuesday: soul and Substack 17:52

1M ago17:52

17:52

Lou disappoints Tiny Tunes Tuesday Guy by playing -another- version of Soul and Fire, but it's for good reason! On Wednesday April 9th 2 PM EST, Adelle and Lou go live on Substack to show you the RAW Impressions studio, answer your questions and Lou will play yet another version of Soul and Fire, this time in an electric guitar how-to session! Beco…

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Dinosaur Jr. with Evan Minsker 2:18:29

1M ago2:18:29

2:18:29

This western Massachusetts trio combined elements of hardcore, folk, and guitar virtuosity to become unlikely godfathers of grunge. But in between classic 80s indie releases and 2000s reunion albums, lots of other stuff happened too. We discuss. It's DINOSAUR JR. week! Joining the show is the creator of the indie punk and rock publication see/saw a…

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We Fact-Checked Stephen A.'s LeBron and Kobe Story — and Polled 1,000+ Voters on His Presidential Campaign 53:58

1M ago53:58

53:58

Did LeBron attend Kobe's memorial in 2020? Pablo reports on claims renewed by Stephen A. Smith. And should Stephen A. actually run in 2028? We commissioned Rasmussen Reports to conduct a legitimate political survey, then presented the results to Wyatt Cenac and Tim Miller. • See the full results of the exclusive PTFO/Rasmussen poll https://www.rasm…

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f**k it, let's complain again! 52:08

1M ago52:08

52:08

Lou is in Seattle, Adelle is at home. Triggered by raw onions, Adelle is psyched to talk about other things she dislikes very much. She makes a list and encourages Lou to do the same. Urban oysters, aggressive flatulence and their upcoming live, for everybody, Substack session are discussed. With it’s nearly hour long run time, this is, easily, the…

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The Sporting Class: How the NBA's Masters of the Universe Box Each Other Out 52:25

1M ago52:25

52:25

Franchise valuations are going up, up, up — and the first $10 billion team can't be far away. But inside the owners' meetings, though, generational warfare is underway: Can A-Rod snag the Timberwolves from the iron grip of an 83-year-old billionaire? Will the Celtics make private equity sexy? And how long until every NBA game is on national TV? Pab…

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Brilliant Disguise: How to Find Your Voice, with Hank Azaria 47:43

1M ago47:43

47:43

Hank Azaria created more than 100 voices for The Simpsons, including Moe the Bartender, Chief Wiggum and (formerly) Apu. So why is the single most talented voice actor of his generation, at 60 years old, suddenly the lead singer of a Springsteen tribute band? Because — in recovery from the fear that helped originate his superpower, the failure that…

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sun down to sun up 16:36

1M ago16:36

16:36

After episode 117, Adelle still had some things on her mind. Fresh off her trip to Wisconsin to visit her parents she talks anticipatory grief, cows, deer, the seasonal landscape shift and living in the moment. Joining our Substack is great way to support our podcasting efforts and get extra stuff, free and paid. https://barlowfamilygeneral.substac…

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do what comes natural 27:24

2M ago27:24

27:24

Adelle just got home. Lou’s on his on way out the door. Adelle talks about her emotional trip to Wisconsin while Lou plays excerpts of his cover of Jeffrey Lewis’ song Do What Comes Natural. Hear the whole song on our Substack, and consider becoming a paid subscriber! https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com/ WATCH on LouTube https://youtu.be/kIkvI…

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Share & Grill & Tell with Mike Golic Jr. and Mina Kimes 54:28

2M ago54:28

54:28

Did the late George Foreman's merchandising millions almost go to Chuck Norris instead? What aren't influencers selling to men these days? And is this season of The White Lotus actually good? (Spoiler alert for later in this episode: If you've seen through Episode 6, you're good.) And more from Pablo's trip to L.A.: the neck hammock, erect rods, an…

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The Fax and the Furious: How One Screeching Machine Upended Sports — and Society as We Knew It 53:32

2M ago53:32

53:32

Thirty years ago this month, Michael Jordan shocked the world with a two-word transmission: "I'm back." But the rise and fall of this especially nostalgic technology is inextricably hard-wired to the sports world, from frantic prodigies to foul-mouthed coaches and fans glued to FaxCam. Pablo communes with a relic between himself and J.A. Adande — t…

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How John Green Turned Celebrity into Obsessive Optimism 46:00

2M ago46:00

46:00

"The Fault in Our Stars" is one of the bestselling novels of the century. Why did its author just devote five years of his life to a staggering work of non-fiction about... tuberculosis? Because John Green became a super-fan of fourth-tier English football. He employed FIFA and Belichick-level tactics to build a compassionate community on YouTube. …

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mini-music-monday: ANY DAY NOW 15:24

2M ago15:24

15:24

Lou scored a film! He and Adelle went to the premiere of Any Day Now and really enjoyed themselves! Hear a lot about it! Watch the film HERE: https://anydaynowfilm.com/ Watch this on LouTube: https://youtu.be/vMqZN-6Lww8 Join our Substack and make us happy! Don't ya wanna make us happy? https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com the -first- Skull dem…

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