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Wilco the Podcast
Hosted by Lance Hill & Matt Morgan · EN
Join hosts Lance Hill and Matt Morgan as they take a deep dive into Wilco's extensive catalog of songs. Along the way recurring themes from Wilco songs will be explored (death, religion, addiction, etc. - you know, just your casual everyday conversation topics). Lance and Matt will each select two songs that highlight that episode's theme and then discuss behind the scenes info as well as their own reactions to the songs. Laughs and insights will be had by all.
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Billy Bragg (Season 4 Finale)
3w ago00:54:14Tap to summarizeLance and Matt sit down with the legendary Billy Bragg to discuss Mermaid Avenue, gearing up for Solid Sound, and the ongoing pursuit of being a disciple of Woody Guthrie.
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Mermaid Avenue Solid Sound Wishlist
Apr 2900:35:43Tap to summarizeLance and Matt give overdue attention to the Mermaid Avenue discography and look forward to Solid Sound 2026.
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Rob Mitchum Sets the Record Straight on Dad Rock
Feb 1101:08:10Tap to summarizeLance sits down with Rob Mitchum, former Pitchfork writer and author of the infamous "Sky Blue Sky" review that launched "dad rock" into the zeitgeist. Rob sets the record straight on the origins of dad rock, gives a peek behind the curtain of writing at Pitchfork in its glory days, and shares why Phish has eclipsed Wilco as his favorite band.
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Pat Sansone Returns
Jan 1401:03:02Tap to summarizeLance and Matt welcome Pat Sansone back to the pod to dive into the new Autumn Defense record "Here and Nowhere".
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A Very Merry Mixtape 2k25
Dec 2201:00:09Tap to summarizeLance and Matt gather round the proverbial fire and discuss their favorite albums of 2025.
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Chris DeVille, Author of "Such Great Heights"
Dec 1700:55:48Tap to summarizeChris DeVille, author of Such Great Heights and managing editor at Stereogum, sits down to chat about his new book, the influence of the “indie” genre during the 2000s, and his deep appreciation of Wilco.
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John Stirratt
Nov 2600:55:19Tap to summarizeLance and Matt sit down with John Stirratt, bassist extraordinaire and one of the two remaining original Wilco members. The guys cover everything from the new Autumn Defense record "Here and Nowhere", John's Wilco memories and musical highlights, and discuss John's involvement with the Michael Shannon-led REM cover band.
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Matt Berninger
Nov 1401:28:06Tap to summarizeIn this very special guest episode, Matt and Lance sit down with Matt Berninger of The National to discuss his latest solo album "Get Sunk", his writing process, collaborating with Taylor Swift, the meaning behind some of his lyrics, and of course, the influence of Wilco.
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Sammy Tweedy Returns
Oct 3100:51:52Tap to summarizeWelcome to Synth School with Sammy Tweedy! Lance and Matt dive into Sammy's many contributions to Twilight Override and discuss what's on the horizon with Sammy's solo work.
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Jeff Tweedy
Oct 1700:52:31Tap to summarizeIt's all been leading up to this! Lance and Matt sit down with Jeff Tweedy himself at the Loft to discuss Twilight Override and all things Wilco.This very special episode was recorded and produced by Tom Schick at the Loft.
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