Best Macca Interviews Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Year In Review! 52:33

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Hello 2Legs Faithful! 2025 was another stellar year for Paul McCartney fans! Touring, Wings-related releases, books you name it - we recap the year that was for Paul and give our opinions on our favourite things we saw from Paul in 2025! Wishing you all a blessed holiday season and a very Happy New Year! Roll On 2026! Peace Andy & Tom…

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Mouth-Off 2.07: The Artist and the Algorithm 37:04

17d ago37:04

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In this episode of Mouth-Off, we dive headfirst into one of the biggest creative debates of our time: AI threat or liberation? Voice-cloning. AI music. Text-to-speech. Plagiarism panic. Copyright chaos. We’ve heard the dystopian headlines. But what happens when AI isn’t replacing creativity — it’s enabling it? 🎧 In this episode A frank personal ref…

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Career Gap Mum's returning to work 6:11

1M ago6:11

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In this episode, we talk about something so many women struggle with but rarely get honest guidance on: returning to the workforce after taking time off to raise kids. I break down what employers are really thinking when they see a career gap, why it’s not the red flag people assume it is, and how to reframe your time away so it actually strengthen…

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Pre-recorded video interviews and how to prepare for them 6:28

1M ago6:28

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In this episode, we break down one of the most important parts of the modern hiring process: the video interview. I walk you through what a video interview actually is, why employers use them, and how you can prepare so you show up confident, calm, and ready to impress. We also talk about how my experience as a recruiter and career coach can help y…

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How to deal with BULLYING in the workplace 7:00

1M ago7:00

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In this episode, we dive into one of the most common issues people face at work: workplace bullying. I break down what is and isn’t considered bullying, the signs to look out for, and why understanding the difference matters for both employees and employers. You’ll hear practical strategies on what you can do if you believe you’re being bullied, in…

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What NOT to do in a job interview 6:59

2M ago6:59

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In this episode, Tammie pulls back the curtain on the biggest mistakes candidates make during the recruitment process. Learn what instantly turns recruiters off, what actually matters behind the scenes, and how to avoid sabotaging your own chances. These are Tammie’s personal opinions and experiences, not formal advice or guidance. For interview pr…

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Get micro credits off your degree if you work at Maccas! 4:42

2M ago4:42

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In this episode, Tammie dives into McDonald’s Archways to Opportunities program is a global education initiative designed to support employees with career development, study assistance, and training opportunities. Tammie also shares her personal take on whether initiatives like this genuinely open doors for long-term career growth. Disclaimer: The …

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How Police Records Affect Your Job Prospects 5:31

2M ago5:31

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How Police Records Affect Your Job Prospects In this episode, Tammie breaks down how police checks can impact your chances of getting hired from a recruiter’s perspective. With crime rates making headlines across Australia, more employers than ever are conducting background checks, especially in industries like health, disability, childcare, financ…

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The easiest way to get into HR (with no experience) 4:04

2M ago4:04

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In this episode, Tammie breaks down the simplest, most realistic pathway to start a career in HR, even if you have zero experience. Perfect for career changers, admin professionals, or anyone curious about human resources, this episode maps out a clear three-to-four-year pathway to HR. You’ll learn how to build experience strategically, use your ex…

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How to answer "Why did you apply to this job??" 3:34

2M ago3:34

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In this episode, Tammie shares a practical, step-by-step guide on how to answer one of the most important interview questions in the recruitment process: “Why did you apply to this job?” You’ll learn how to break down the job ad, research the company, and bring it all together into a genuine, professional response that sets you apart from other can…

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Signs your job interview went well. 4:00

2M ago4:00

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In this episode, Tammie shares the telltale signs that your interview actually went better than you think. From building instant rapport with the interviewer to conversations that flow naturally, this episode helps you recognise when you’ve truly made a great impression. Perfect for job seekers who leave interviews overthinking every detail, Tammie…

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How to apply for jobs in person (The old school way that still works!) 3:28

2M ago3:28

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In this episode, Tammie shares a practical, step-by-step guide on how to apply for jobs in person. An old-school approach that still works today! Perfect for hospitality and retail jobs, this episode is especially helpful for parents wanting to support their teens in finding their first job (not doing it for them), but guiding them through the proc…

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Do employees have the right to work from home? The Wesptac FairWork Case 4:58

2M ago4:58

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In this episode, we unpack the Westpac Fair Work case and explore its impact on the Australian workforce. Was it the right decision? What are the lessons for employees, employers, and HR professionals? If you’re an HR professional, business owner, or employee wanting to understand how this case affects you, this episode offers grounded commentary f…

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Prison officers walk off the job in NSW - What's really going on? 3:45

2M ago3:45

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In this episode of Realistic Careers with Tammie Ballis, we unpack the growing unrest in New South Wales correctional facilities after prison officers staged walkouts across the state. Tammie explores what’s driving the industrial action - from staffing shortages and safety concerns to workplace morale and government negotiations. She discusses why…

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Episode 291: "Lyric Pics | Volume 1" 37:55

3M ago37:55

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Hi All, In this final regularly scheduled show before the start of the Fall 2025 GOT BACK tour Andy and Tom discuss the recently dropped video of the Bowery Tour Diary (which featured Andy, MVP and Joan) in spots on Night 2!! We discuss more merch shipping woes, and finally we took a dive back into The Lyrics book and chose two songs to read pieces…

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"Wings & GOT BACK Tour Rolls On!" 36:40

3M ago36:40

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Hi All! For E290 Andy & Tom catch up on last week's announcement of the new WINGS compilation dropping in November, discuss what we're happy with and not, tracks that should've been included, 3rd party ticketing nonsense, more merch and yet another date added to the GOT BACK tour kicking off in Santa Barbara! The 4th Quarter is in full swing! Let u…

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Episode 289: "Movin On" | 1993 Docu-Rewatch 1:21:55

4M ago1:21:55

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Hi Gang! Freshly rested from the FEST and kicking off a new month we're back with a new episode where we revisit a documentary. This time it's 1993's "Movin' On" directed by Aubrey Powell, which chronicles the making of Paul's album Off The Ground and ensuing "Live In The New World" Tour. We found Paul to be a bit more upbeat and comedic in this on…

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Episode 287: "Flowers In The Ground" 36:09

5M ago36:09

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Welcome Back 2Legs Faithful! As we close out another month, this week we are happy to share this episode with you, which we've called "Flowers In The Ground"! We've discussed how these albums pair up against each other and if we had to make one album out of the two what would that album look like. Using the Beatles 14 songs per album approach we wi…

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Episode 286: Macca Ticket Buying Saga! 1:28:03

5M ago1:28:03

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This past week Paul's Pre-Sale for the 2025 Fall North American Tour was announced and on Tuesday diehard fans like us all tried with a myriad of mixed results! Ticketmaster and their "Dynamic Pricing" was a hot bed issue. For this special episode we invited members of the 2Legs Family to join us and share their experiences. Thank You to MVP, Joan,…

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Episode 285: "One Album: One Word" 25:25

5M ago25:25

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A fun one this week! For Episode 285 Andy and Tom play a fun little exercise called "One Album, One Word", where we go through Paul's discography (Main canon albums + Electric Arguments) and describe it using an adjective! We open with tour rumours (we recorded this before the announcement on Thursday) and then get to it! What word would you use to…

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"Ding Dang" | A Tribute To Brian Wilson | Andy & Friends 1:27:16

6M ago1:27:16

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Hello 2Legs Family, We have a very special one-off non Macca episode to share with you. As most of you know Brian Wilson, of the Beach Boys recently passed away in June 2025 at the age of 82. His music has had a profound effect in the development of Andy's musical education along the way. For this episode, Andy paired up with Jonathan Petrus (Ranki…

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Episode 284: Interview Archive Series | 1987 German Interview 47:04

6M ago47:04

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Welcome Back 2Legs Fam! This week we present another Interview Archive Series with Macca. When we do this we try to cherry pick rare and not often seen/discussed interviews. It's late 1987. Paul is riding the wave of success of his 2nd career spanning compilation "All The Best!". He has also been making the rounds on TV shows in Europe to promote h…

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Mouth-Off 2.06: Pride Month Special Feature – Sense Memory: Knee Deep in Rainbows 38:30

6M ago38:30

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This Pride Month, Mouth-Off revisits a milestone from the archive: Welsh and Proud – Schools’ Songwriting Sessions (2014). Funded by the Arts Council of Wales and produced by Forget-Me-Not Productions — our first project as a Ltd company — this initiative brought together over 150 pupils from five Cardiff secondary schools to create original LGBTQI…

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Episode 283: "Press To Play: That Unmistakable 80s Sound" | With Luca Perasi 47:48

7M ago47:48

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Hello Everyone! Joining us this week is our friend, author and journalist Luca Perasi! As he celebrates the publication of his latest work "Press To Play | That Unmistakable 80s Sound" chronicling the "hot take" "Love It or Hate It" record that divides McCartney fans nearly 40 years later! One of the more significant people Luca was able to intervi…

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Episode 282: Chaos and Creation At Abbey Road 1:17:19

7M ago1:17:19

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Welcome Back 2Legs Fam! It's been nearly 20 years since Paul's latter day 21st Century Masterpiece Chaos and Creation In The Backyard. Where did that time go? To accompany and promote the record Paul held an intimate gathering of fans and friends at Abbey Road, recorded in Studio 2 to demonstrate some of the creative processes that he and The Beatl…

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Episode 281: Interview Series | Countdown 1977 35:25

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This week on 2Legs (amidst the brand new touring rumours, and Babs dropping her duet on 'My Valentine' with Macca) we are pleased to revisit the Interview Series - where we dissect a rare and not often seen interview with Paul. On this episode we chose the 1977 Interview from an Australian TV program titled "Count Down." This recently surfaced on Y…

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Episode 280: "Desert Island Discs" 36:20

8M ago36:20

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Happy May 2Legs Fans! Andy and Tom are back this week to discuss what our "Desert Island Discs" would be. Following the format of Paul's appearance on the BBC Radio programme from his appearance on the show from January 1982 with BBC Presenter Roy Plomley. We chose 5 Paul/Wings Songs and 5 non-Paul/Beatles songs as well as one book and a luxury ite…

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Episode 279: "After The Breakup" | Keith Badman 1:06:36

8M ago1:06:36

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Hi 2Legs Faithful! A long one in the making! Joining us for E279 is Author/Researcher/Journalist/Musician Keith Badman. Keith penned a trio of 3 Beatles "Bibles" in the early 00s. The first being After The Breakup 1970-2000 which was one of the first texts to compile Solo Beatles activity in a Day By Day format (Like Lewisohn). Andy quickly snapped…

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Episode 278: "Remixes!" 43:07

8M ago43:07

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Hello 2Legs Faithful! We finally were able to record a proper episode again after a few hectic weeks post-Fest and Venus and Mars 50th Anniversary. This week on 2Legs Andy and Tom talk Macca Remixes! There are plenty of Macca Remixes out there; most of them coming during the Maxi-Single era of the 1980s. Special Thanks to Susan Gagne for this topic…

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Bonus Episode! Paul McCartney's Ultimate ERAS Playlist (1963-2020) 6:21:54

9M ago6:21:54

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A Bonus Episode this week! On Our YouTube channel we did a special livestream that ran 6 Hours and 20 minutes! Andy, along with 2Legs Collaborator Kyle Hand and Beatley Tone (and guests) we complied an 11 song playlist for every Era of Paul McCartney's Career from 1963 to 2020 (Please Please Me to McCartney III). This is not for the faint of heart!…

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Episode 277: "Venus And Mars At 50" | Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair (2025 NY Fest) 1:03:27

9M ago1:03:27

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Hello 2Legs Family! An episode recorded live at the 2025 Fest For Beatles Fans in Jersey City we are extremely proud to share this with you this week. Hot on the heels of the Venus and Mars 50th Anniversary half speed master release in March, Andy and Tom had the privilege to interview our friends Adrian Sinclair and Allan Kozinn, Co-Authors of The…

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Episode 276: Paul McCartney's "White Album" 35:02

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A Fun and Quick one this Fest Week! For E276, continuing on the theme that Andy, Kyle and Tony have been doing on their "Hands Across The Water" Live Shows, this week Andy and Tom compiled a 30 song Paul/Wings/Solo playlist based on the running order of The Beatles 1968 White Album. Paul's career is so eclectic and varied it truly is like one big W…

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Episode 275: Most Streamed Songs! 55:43

9M ago55:43

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Welcome Back Gang! We're back with a very fresh episode! This week on 2Legs we discuss the Top 10 Most Streamed Macca Songs. Using Spotify as our base and the website: Some real surprising results and interesting statistics in these lists! Our in-house producer Kyle Hand joins us towards the end to share some more insight and stats! The NJ 2025 Fes…

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Mouth-Off 2.05: Uprising – The Fight for Democracy and Identity 59:01

10M ago59:01

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UPRISING was first performed in 2015, commissioned by The Project Space in Newport and produced by Forget-Me-Not Productions. It was a multimedia, site-specific performance exploring political disenfranchisement, media control, and class struggle, drawing from Newport’s Chartist history and the social climate leading up to the 2015 general election…

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Episode 274: "McCartney and Dylan" (With Jeff Slate) 1:52:35

10M ago1:52:35

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Our first proper episode in a few weeks! Welcome back 2Legs Faithful! For E274 we were honoured to have the esteemed Jeff Slate, a New York City based musician and journalist join us! In this episode we cover a lot of ground! Dylan and Macca's late career albums from 1997 on (Time Out Of Mind & Flaming Pie) being the re-launch for a renaissance for…

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Bonus: New Book | "Wings: The Story Of A Band On The Run" 24:40

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Paul McCartney certainly knows how to stay busy! 2 weeks ago Paul "Rocked The Bowery Ballroom" and closed out the 50th Anniversary of SNL! Today, 26th February 2025 he announced the forthcoming release of his OWN book titled: "Wings: The Story of a Band On The Run." The press release: As the Sixties came to a close, Paul was faced with the daunting…

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Episode 273: Collecting! 56:19

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Hi All, Well after all that CRAZY and FUN week with Paul surprising the world by doing 3 shows at the Bowery in NYC, we took a week off to catch our collective breaths! This week Andy and Tom discuss their Macca collecting habits/trends and most importantly for the music nerd in all of us... how we organise our collections! Do they have to be Chron…

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Bonus Episode: Paul's Performance on the SNL 50th Show 11:40

10M ago11:40

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Well Paul seemed to draw the ire of fans/critics again today after his performance on Saturday Night Live's 50th Anniversary show last night where he sang the 'Golden Slumbers' medley. Was it deserved or not? Tell us your thoughts! Golden Slumbers Medley on SNLBy Tom Hunyady and Andy Nicholes

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Bonus Episode! Bowery Ballroom Recap Night 2!!!!!!!! 58:15

10M ago58:15

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#paulmccartney #boweryballroom #2LegsPodcast Andy and Friends Review their epic journey to get to the Bowery Ballroom and see PAUL!!!!!! in NYC for Night 2!By Tom Hunyady and Andy Nicholes

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Episode 272: Tom Frangione 1:14:00

11M ago1:14:00

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Hi Everyone! For this week's episode we were delighted to have Tom Frangione join us! Tom is the host and principal DJ on The Beatles Channel on SiriusXM (Channel 18)! He is also a veteran staffer at the Fest For Beatles Fans. In the Fall of 2022 Tom interviewed Sir Paul himself! to commemorate the 40th Anniversary release of Tug Of War. Inside E27…

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Episode 271: "The McCartney Legacy, Volume 2" (Review) With Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair 1:55:07

11M ago1:55:07

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For our final show of January 2025 we are happy to present our friends Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair as we discuss in depth their second volume of The McCartney Legacy covering the periods January 1974-January 1980. We had them on in December to celebrate the publication of the book. Now we've had a chance to read it and we go over our favourite…

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Episode 270: "Top 10 Collaborations!" 1:01:39

11M ago1:01:39

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Happy Weekend 2Legs Faithful! Ringo might be getting all the headlines this week (and rightly so, but the Macca Train keeps rolling along!). A topic oft discussed in general but never tackled by us! On this week's show Andy and Tom list their Top 10 favourite Macca Collaborations over the years. We define "Collaboration" as: A song Paul wrote for s…

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Episode 269: "Wings and Womack!" 1:22:42

12M ago1:22:42

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Happy New Year All! We start 2025 with a lively discussion with none other than our friend Dr. Kenneth Womack, (Author and Professor of English/Music at Monmouth University). Ken, typically is writing/lecturing strictly on The Beatles but he is also a huge Wings fan. In this episode, we trace Ken's fandom with Paul/Wings and also simultaneously lea…

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Episode 268: "2024 Year In Review" 1:05:01

12M ago1:05:01

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Well we made it! Another year down! 2024 certainly had it's share of major Macca/Beatles/Solo releases. For our final episode of the year, Andy and Tom recap the year that was for Macca. Releases (Underdubbed/OHC/SHM's) Books/Tours/Notable Tributes and we pick our favourite moments of the year. (Kinda easy choice for Andy this year! LOL). We also l…

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Episode 267: "The McCartney Legacy Volume 2 1974-80 | With Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair (Live) 1:01:30

1y ago1:01:30

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Andy & Tom welcomed Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair and we celebrated the publication release of The McCartney Legacy Volume 2! The book is available NOW! "Do It Now" as the "Man Said".By Tom Hunyady and Andy Nicholes

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Mouth-Off 2.04: BONUS Minogue, Macca and Me! A SPECIAL FEATURE crossover episode with The McCartney McAlphabet 1:13:30

1y ago1:13:30

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So it's official. I have a book out. KYLIE MINOGUE ALBUM-BY-ALBUM STICK OR TWIST? is out now. To coincide with the launch, I was interviewed with my co-host - from my other podcast, THE McCARTNEY McALPHABET. We chatted mostly about Kylie and my writing process, though there was some MACCA thrown in for good measure (they have previously performed t…

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Episode 266: "Music Is Ideas (Volume 2) Live Press Launch with Luca Perasi! 1:12:59

1y ago1:12:59

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A very rare LIVE episode for us this week! Out now is Volume 2 of Luca Perasi's "Music Is Ideas: Stories Behind The Songs: 1990-2012". Luca Perasi joined us and answered questions from our YouTube audience! Music Is Ideas, The Stories Behind The Songs Volume 2 (1990-2012)By Tom Hunyady and Andy Nicholes

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Episode 265: "Now And Then - One Year On" (With Mitch Axelrod) 1:46:14

1y ago1:46:14

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Now And Then - One Year On. Hard to believe that fact but it's here. Joining Andy and Tom (as he did a year ago upon release) again is Mitch Axelrod for Episode 265. Mitch is the author of Beatletoons, Co-Host of the "Fab 4 Free 4 All" Podcast and excellent FB group. Mitch also helped produce a video on the popular channel Parlogram about the Beatl…

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Episode 264: Divided Album Series | "Speed Of Sound" 54:45

1y ago54:45

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Welcome To November 2Legs Listeners! For our first new show of the month we revisit a series we did a few weeks back called "Divided Albums." This time we chose that oft-neglected and overlooked Spring 1976 LP Wings at The Speed of Sound. This album routinely ranks pretty low in the Macca/Wings canon by most fans/critics because of its paint by num…

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Episode 263: "Give My Regards To Broad Street" (40th Anniversary Re-Watch) 2:05:27

1y ago2:05:27

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40 Years Ago - This film premiered. Lotta discussions since then. Pro and Con. A mistake or not. Either way - This week on 2Legs Andy and Tom are joined by Give My Regards To Broad Street expert - Mr. Ed Crawford for a 40th Anniversary Re-Watch with commentary. Musical scenes are the highlights of course. Light on plot, sure. But it's Paul! And we …