If You're Listening

Ramsey Ess and Heather Hynes

"If You're Listening" is all about one person's mission to force her friend to listen to all the music he missed in high school. Sometimes it goes well and Heather broadens her friend's horizons just a little bit. Often times it doesn't go so well and Ramsey spends the episode wondering why anyone would listen to this music, or in extreme cases, launching empty threats at the band that recorded it.

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S1 · E483
Monday · 51 min
Bleachers: The Rest of the Albums
After listening to one full album, a few singles, and attending a blast of a show, Heather decides it's time for her and Ramsey to have the talk. The talk being "here's what the rest of Bleachers' good songs sound like." Join us for a Bleachers discography. Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Ramsey presents two different giant show reports! A lot of stuff about New Jersey! And we morn the death of the union of Margaret and Jack. All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E482
October 19 · 39 min
A Classic Story of a Year Bop-Around
Our listeners have requested Story of a Year, so to Story of a Year we shall listen! Join us as we do a classic bop-around™! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Ramsey's Ultimate Celebrity Sighting! Heather and a wagon of hot sauce! And more info about Paw Patrol than you could ever possibly want! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E481
October 12 · 59 min
Now That's What I Can Music! 27
We spun a metaphorical wheel and landed in 2008 as we listen to the many strange tracks found on Now That's What I Call Music! 27. Why 27? Ask a Weird Al fan! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: We play a game called "What do we remember about American Idol!" Local bakery drama! And we decide if Alicia Keys has any non-sleepy songs! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E480
October 5 · 18 min
IYL SINGLES: The Places We Have Come to Hear the Most (Recently)
Everybody's singing about America, lately, so this week we visit Boston, Texas and, of course, Cleveland! Experience new/popular songs through a very specific lens! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Nepo babies are discussed! A cross country trip is planned! And Ramsey devises a way to become a billionaire! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E479
September 28 · 24 min
IYL SINGLES: Meet Audrey Hobert
A new pop girlie has emerged, so Heather does her duty and introduces us. Meet Gracie Abram's friend, Audrey Hobert! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Every car sound possible! A ghost update! And Heather can no longer speak. All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E478
September 21 · 58 min
Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear
A new documentary has appeared on Hulu and Heather instantly knew: "I'm going to make Ramsey watch this." Join us as we discuss Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear. Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: New Travis-related revelations! The Aquabats! And a Travis-based game! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E476
September 7 · 24 min
Back To School
It's time to say goodbye to summer and hello to the teacher's dirty looks. But don't worry! We've got you covered for your whole school day! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: New rules! Historical events we did and did not learn about in school! And horns! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E474
August 31 · 52 min
A Metric Bop-Around
Ramsey recently got to see a trio of Canadian legends take the stage and left with a reignited love of the band Metric. So, join him as he introduces Heather to the many eras of Metric! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Marriage proposals! Commanding people to dream! And a whole bunch of rumors and speculation! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E473
August 23 · 38 min
Something Coprorate "Audioboxer" EP
Continuing our look back at 25 year anniversaries, this week, Heather and Ramsey listen to the Audioboxer EP from Something Coprorate! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: The EP Industry! An ode to nature! And side by side comparisons! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E473
August 17 · 25 min
PATREON UNLOCKED: Best SNL Perforamnces
For no good reason other than "we feel like it," on our Patreon, Heather and Ramsey decided to swap a couple of their favorite musical performances on SNL. Join them! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Jigs and Woodys! Abbot Elementary/It's Always Sunny outdated spoilers! And scarves! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E472
August 10 · 39 min
PATREON UNLOCKED: Movie Soundtrack Songs
It's summer movie season, so please enjoy this trip down memory lane, from the Patreon, as Heather and Ramsey explore recent Movie Sountracks! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: A parking adventure! Remember Sinners?! And some TV in our movies! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E471
August 3 · 47 min
IF YOU'RE RELISTENING: Dashboard Confessional "The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most"
At one time, (Episode 15), Ramsey feared this album the most. As they relisten to Dashboard Confessional's "The Places You Have Come to Fear the Most" on it's 25th anniversary, will he feel the same? Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Heather's Odyssey! Honoring the gods! And people change! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E470
July 27 · 29 min
IYL SINGLES: Beach Songs
Ramsey and Heather are of different feelings when it comes to the beach. But that doesn't mean they can't come together and give you a perfect beach playlist! So, that's what they've done! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Apple Music woes! Food on the beach? Ladies and gentlemen… Phantom Planet. All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E469
July 20 · 43 min
Pop Girl Summer
All of the pop girlies are releasing new music, so ti's time to listen through them all! Join us for Pop Girl Summer! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: TED Talks talk! Liz Phair, Foo Fighters, and the Cure! But first, a segment for the boys! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E468
July 13 · 37 min
1990s Cover Songs
This week, we unlock a fun one from the Patreon archives as both Heather and Ramsey bring their favorite covers of songs from the 1980s! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Jackass talk! Heather and Ramsey get pedantic on what counts as a 90s cover! And a number of unexpected covers! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E467
July 6 · 1 hr 1 min
IF YOU'RE RELISTENING: Jimmy Eat World "Futures"
Heather and Ramsey complete their Jimmy Eat World relisten adventure as they go back to the "Futures!" Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: The worst kind of encore, is this band nice, will Ramsey repeat himself, and breaking Jimmy news (from Ramsey)! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E466
June 29 · 35 min
Patreon Unlocked! Cover Wars- 1980s Songs
This week, we unlock a fun one from the Patreon archives as both Heather and Ramsey bring their favorite covers of songs from the 1980s! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Haunted by the Sphere! Movies Ramsey hasn't seen! And hot sauce delivery! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E465
June 22 · 53 min
The Beatles "Revolver"
After Heather answers a complicated series of questions, we arrive at 1966's Revolver as the Beatles album du jour. Why Beatles and why now? Listen to find out! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: How romantic/spiritual/Ringo-averse is Heather? Fun facts for all the songs! And a blooper reel of a song, I guess? All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E464
June 15 · 25 min
IYL Singles: Paul McCartney "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" (plus Ringo!)
Oops! All Ramsey! Paul McCartney has a new album out and Ramsey's gotta talk about it! Join us as Ramsey plays Heather the best of The Boys of Dungeon Lane! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Gen-Z horror movie corner! A shocking mashup! And bonus Ringo! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!
S1 · E463
June 8 · 1 hr 11 min
Rage Against the Machine "Evil Empire"
Rage Against the Machine's 2nd album Evil Empire is turning 30, so it's time for Ramsey to hear it for his first time! Finally, the question, "is this hip hop" will be answered! Discover bonus eps, merch and more on our Patreon! This week: Being politically savvy in 1996! Ronald Reagan in music! And a visual component on an audio podcast! All this and so much MORE! Wanna get a shout-out on a future episode? Give us a rating on iTunes! It helps us, and it helps you feel good about yourself!

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