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PODCAST

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures

There’s no shame in the music you love. Join us as we celebrate the open-hearted songs of the past 50 years (with a focus on the songs that shaped us from the 70s, 80s, and 90s).

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01:03:01

Band Aid: ”Do They Know It’s Christmas?”...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/12/11

In a similar fashion to last year, Bill is trying once again to convince Frank of the merits of his chosen Christmas song. Will Frank acquiesce and admit "Do They Know It's Christmas?" is a great song? Tune in to find out! Links mentioned in the episode: 2004 documentary on the song original video Live Aid version BNL version Daddy's Home 2 version Glee version Mixtape Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review wherever you find us! You can find us on Instagram,

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46:11

Phil Collins: ”Against All Odds” (A Breakupable Face)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/12/04

"Against All Odds" is so powerful that it not only gives you comfort in the misery of a failed relationship, but it somehow can make you look forward to those feelings. At least that's how we felt when we first heard this song. Phil Collins is a big deal here at our show and we are very protective of the man. Knowing this, perhaps you might be able to forgive Bill's mild tirade on how you have to have a "breakupable face" to truly appreciate this song. Links to add to your enjoyment of this

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01:03:02

Third Eye Blind: ”Semi-Charmed Life” (Pleasure or Pain?)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/11/27

Welcome to a very controversial episode! Is "Semi-Charmed Life” a guilt-free pleasure or should it never be listened to again? Mike V joins us to argue for its inclusion in the Guilt-Free Pleasureverse. Will Bill and Frank reach consensus? Tune in to find out! Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review wherever you find us! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Masadon, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. Here is our Spotify

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50:13

Roxette: ”Must Have Been Love” (Depressmas)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/11/20

Brace yourself for one of the most heartbreaking songs of 1990. You can trust us as we journey with you through this track because we understand these feelings all too well: one of us has suffered the dreaded "turkey drop" while the other knows the searing pain of break-up regret on a winter's day. Links discussed in the episode. Video for 1990 Video for 1987 Our mixtape for this episode Depressmas playlist Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review wherever you find

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48:08

Matthew Wilder: ”Break My Stride” (A success story)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/11/13

"Break My Stride" is one of those songs that you heard everywhere in the 80s. It does not often feature on "best of" lists for the decade (even though it should), but it is arguably a song that is most indicative of the time - you would hear this in shopping malls, offices, radio, etc. And then, for a while, it just seemed to disappear. Or so we thought. The song has made its comeback in recent years, but even more satisfying is finding out who Matthew Wilder is and how this song reflects his life

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58:51

Jewel: ”You Were Meant For Me” (Frank feels all of...

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2022/11/06

This episode found our two co-hosts with different feelings towards this song. To be specific, we had different "feels" from this song. While Bill was able to come around to appreciate the song in the end, Frank gloried in all of what this song has brought to him in his life. So let's break our yolks and make a smiley face and put on our coats in the pouring rain: it's time to feel all the feels of Jewel's "You Were Meant For Me." THE LINKS IN OUR SHOW NOTES: Jewel explains the versions Steve

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01:02:44

Celine Dion: ”It’s All Coming Back To Me Now” (Song...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/10/30

According to the Right Honourable Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber, "It's All Coming Back To Me Now" is the greatest song of the (previous) millenium. We revisit this Celine Dion classic in all of its glory. Celine Dion's Music Video Pandora's Box Music Video (you've been warned) Meat Loaf's Music Video Bill and Frank's mixtape for this song Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website! You can email us at

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52:59

Ray Parker Jr: ”Ghostbusters” (Bustin’ makes us feel...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/10/23

We're not quite sure what type of bustin' Ray Parker Jr. is singing about, but "Ghostbusters" is an undeniably incredible song. Dave Kitchen joins us (9th time!) to discuss the history of the song and it's meaning in our wider culture. Helpful links: Original video Mashup of Huey vs Ray Who You Gonna Call (documentary) trailer Mixtape Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website! You can email us at

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35:17

The Michael Bolton Paradox: ”Said I Loved You...But I...

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2022/10/16

Love might indeed be a wonderful thing, but Michael Bolton knows that even that word cannot truly connote how he feels for his significant other. Welcome to The Michael Bolton Paradox: the closer you get to describing the indescribable, the further you get from actually saying what you mean. As Wittgenstein claimed, there is an unbridgeable gap between what can be expressed in language and what can only be expressed in non-verbal ways. "Said I Loved You...But I Lied" isn't just a love song, it's a

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42:01

Juice Newton: ”Queen of Hearts” (Clickety Clack)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/10/09

There was a time when country was very comfortable near the top of the pop charts, and after 1981, you'd be hard pressed to find country and the pop charts commingling again. "Queen of Hearts" is a perfect example from that era, and it is one of those songs that can lodge right into a young 80s kid's subconcious and then reappear decades later to keep bringing joy. It's a big moment for our podcast: Frank is finally able to say "lover" comfortably and Bill is finally able to describe the "clickity

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39:35

Wet Wet Wet: “Love Is All Around” (C’mon and let it...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/10/02

The song was heard all around when it came out. (See what we did there?) We discuss the history of "Love is all around," our difficulties with saying Wet Wet Wet, the reasons why this song is awesome, and whether it's worth your while to see Four Weddings and a Funeral. Helpful links to make your experience here even better: Official video and live version Love Actually version R.E.M. version: live and studio Troggs version: live and studio Our mixtape Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to

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54:07

Bobby Brown: ”Every Little Step” (Sans Sophomore Slump)

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2022/09/25

Bobby Brown is at the peak of his powers in "Every Little Step" and we revisit it in all of its glory. Dave Kitchen returns for a record eighth appearance to discuss the events surrounding his purchase of Bobby's multi-platinum second album, "Don't Be Cruel." We bring back some old categories and create some new ones. Also, get ready for an epic mixtape from Frank: his music-listening life has brought him to this moment. Links: Frank's Mixtape Bill's Mixtape The iconic video Parody video with Wayne

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44:17

Roch Voisine: ”I’ll Always Be There” (The Ultimate...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/09/18

Roch Voisine is a legendary musician who has sold millions of records in Quebec and France. He does not have the same level of popularity in the English-speaking world, but we hope to change that with this episode. "I'll Always Be There" was co-written with David Foster and made its debut in front of Queen Elizabeth II for Canada's 125th anniversary. Unlike Frank, she did not cry as she listened to it (as far as we know). We are excited to bring this episode to you! Original Video This is Roch

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36:43

Spin Doctors: ”Two Princes” (Just Go Ahead Now)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/09/11

You couldn't escape this in 1993, and why would you want to? We discuss the erroneous rankings from Rolling Stone and Blender concerning this song and the band. After an in-depth consideration of the music and lyrics, we revisit historical moments that occurred while "Two Princes" was peaking on the charts (27:55). To end the episode we pit Chris Baron's scatting against other rock heavyweights (31:31). Tune in to find out how he fares! Mentioned in the episode: Original Video Alternate Video Sesame

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39:36

Al B. Sure! ”Nite And Day” (It Makes Intimate Sense)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/09/04

If you find yourself feeling warm during this episode, it's because we're turning up the heat with Al B. Sure!'s debut single. Mixtape Original Video Dancing with David Bowie Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website! Here is our Spotify playlist for every song we've featured. Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn!

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58:59

Harry Styles: ”As It Was” (Late Night Sushi at...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/08/28

This is new for us - we are stepping out of our comfort zone and focusing on a song from this year. To keep us from looking so obviously out of our element, we have brought on a special guest: Ella is a 16-year-old Harry Styles superfan and she was kind enough to join us for this episode. We all go gaga over Harry at various points as we examine three of his songs , Frank tallies points as he tracks Ella's superior analysis over Bill's, and Bill refuses to allow anyone else contribute to his

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35:26

Deniece Williams: ”Let’s Hear It For The Boy”...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/08/21

It may not have won the academy award for best song, but "Let's Hear It For The Boy" has stood the test of time. We revisit the history of Footloose, discuss the career of Deniece Williams, and analyze this #1 song. Helpful links: Mixtape Official Video Footloose Montage Scene Hot Rod Forest Dance Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website! Here is our Spotify and Apple playlists for every song we've

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38:53

Gloria Estefan & Miami Sound Machine: ”Bad Boy”...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/08/14

This song brings us right back to those days at the local carnival or lower budget amusement park. For those of us in the Niagara Region, it was Prudhommes Landing. Music is a powerful thing - it brings you back to the sights, sounds, and smells of a particular time and place. Come journey with us! Links: Prudhommes Landing mixtape The partial video (possibly original) The Cats video Prudhommes Landing pics: glory days and beyond Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to

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40:45

Corey Hart: ”Sunglasses At Night“ (Abandoned Factory...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/08/07

Much has changed since the last time we did an episode on Corey Hart: Frank has a new mic, Bill is not messing around with EQ settings, and we are a bit more comfortable in our own podcasting skin. It's been almost 40 years since "Sunglasses At Night" and it still sounds incredible. We delve further into the history of Corey Hart's early career and celebrate his superb debut single. Links: Original video Stranger Things concert Nope (Jean Jacket Mix) version Thanks for joining us! We encourage you

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45:22

Bananarama: ”Cruel Summer” (For Yvonne and the Summer...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2022/07/31

Even in the midst of hot summer streets and the pavements that are burning of a cruel cruel summer, Bananarama is pretty much as cool as it gets. Our Mixtape Official Video Top of the Pops Video BBC documentary Thanks for joining us! We encourage you to subscribe/follow/rate/review! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and our website! Here is our Spotify and Apple playlists for every song we've featured. Our theme music is by the incredibly talented Ian McGlynn!

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