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Hit Parade
Music History and Music Trivia
What makes a song a smash? Talent? Luck? Timing? All that—and more. Chris Molanphy, pop-chart analyst and author of Slate’s “Why Is This Song No. 1?” series, tells tales from a half-century of chart history. Through storytelling, trivia and song snippets, Chris dissects how that song you love—or hate—dominated the airwaves, made its way to the top of the charts and shaped your memories forever.
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4.8 stars from 2,569 ratings
So, so good
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“If you love music, you will love this podcast. It’s that simple. Smart, funny, insightful, nostalgic. Chris is just so good!”
GatorMikeNews via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/09/24
Love the trip down memory lane
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“Wish I could hear Casey Kasum ever week again. This podcast is simply amazing. The best episodes are those that I don’t think I won’t like. Every esisode is so informing and entertaining”
On1st via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/24
Always fun and informative
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“I love the deep dives in to different eras and genres”
Pupnkit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/04/24
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