Best Barry Dwork Podcasts (2025)

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U2 Part 2: The Early Years - The Unforgettable Fire of 1984 28:40

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11d ago28:40

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On this edition of U2: The Early Years, Barry dives into the 1984 album, The Unforgettable Fire. Learn the stories behind how the band came up with some of the most iconic songs from the record, why this was a deeply personal record for the band, and how these songs influenced and touched U2's fans around the world. Barry also gives his take on fiv…

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U2 Part I: The Early Years (1980-1983) 26:05

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Welcome to the first installment of our series on U2! In this episode, Barry dives into U2's early albums, including the lyrical intentionality Bono established for the band right out of the gates. Learn all about the history behind some of U2's earliest hits, as well as the deep meaning behind some of their lesser played tracks on those first few …

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The Winds of Change: Part 3, Issue 3: How I Evolved Musically from an Innocent Six-Year Old Feeling Patriotic Songs During the Mid-1960’s, to a Practical-Minded Adult by the Time of 9/11 26:52

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On this episode, Barry Dwork shares the music and stories behind the evolution of his own feelings toward patriotism over the course of his life. From the mid-1960s through the events of 9/11, music has seen its fair share of hopeful anthems, protest songs, and moments that accurately captured the cultural feeling of the times. On this edition of T…

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The Winds of Change Part 2 - How Music Helps Me Cope with the New Normal in the United States: Race Relations/Civil Rights 26:16

11M ago26:16

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On this episode, Barry dives into songs of peace, unity, and freedom. From the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in the 1960s right up to the current climate around social justice, Barry explains how and why some of these iconic songs impacted him, as they did so many. Some artists Barry examines within this episode are Bob Dylan, Pete Seege…

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The Winds of Change Part 1 - How Music Helps Me Cope with the New Normal in the United States: Environment/Climate Change 19:19

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On this first part of the Winds of Change series, highlighting the many changes we have seen in U.S. since the 1960s, Barry dives into some of the most inspirational, informative, and inspiring music that has helped him understand and cope with the many environmental issues we face as a planet. From early activist anthems by bands of the 1970s to m…

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From the Jackson 5 to Bad Company: How Music Helped Me Evolve from Pre-Teen Innocence to Adolescent Rebelliousness 21:48

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Barry Dwork gives a glimpse at what it was like growing up in the 60s and 70s, to discuss the music, messages, and bands that had the most impact on him. From songs about unity to hard rock that just makes you feel free, this episode goes through the gamut of some of the sounds that not only sparked cultural revolutions, but also, lit a fire in a y…

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The Who 40:27

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On this inaugural episode, Barry Dwork takes us on a heartfelt journey through the impact of The Who on his life. Like so many of "his generation," The Who impacted Barry profoundly. Why was this band so important? Well, listen as Barry reflects on their profound influence, exploring pivotal songs and albums that shaped him from childhood to adulth…