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Super Awesome Mix

Super Awesome Mix

"I made you a mix tape" -- some of the best words to hear from someone you care about! Join Matt and Sam on a weekly mix tape adventure: each guest is asked to pick a theme and make a mix tape, which will be unveiled over the course of the episode. You"re guaranteed to hear about good music, some new music, and even learn some trivia along the way. Come listen with us, and be sure to grab your copy of the mix made available in the Super Awesome App in each episode"s show notes. IG/Threads:

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37:21

From Post Animal to Bad Bunny: June's Musical Landscape

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2025/06/19

Matt and Sam are back with their June new music mix, where nostalgia meets innovation in unexpected ways. The blurring of entertainment worlds takes center stage as we discover Post Animal's "Pie in the Sky," featuring Stranger Things actor Joe Keery who returned to his musical roots after the show's filming wrapped. This happy rock anthem sits alongside Maiah Mancer's haunting "sirencore" vocals on "With a Smile," creating a compelling contrast that showcases music's boundless versatility. ...

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30:41

Mixtape Rewind: Pure Joy Volume 2!

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2025/06/12

Music possesses an almost magical ability to transform our emotional state, and nowhere is this more evident than with songs deliberately crafted to elicit joy. On this episode of Super Awesome Mix, we're returning to a favorite theme with Pure Joy Mix Volume 2, featuring twelve tracks scientifically engineered to boost your mood and put an irresistible smile on your face. We've structured this mix as a friendly competition between hosts, with Matt's selections comprising Side A and Samer's ...

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47:30

Tori Norman Castillo of Kelzana Artist Management

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2025/06/05

The first few minutes the audio might get choppy but it's fixed for the majority of the episode afterwards! Apologies for that. The moment Tori Norman Castillo quit her Wall Street job from an LAX terminal after attending the Grammys, she knew her path forward would be different. As co-founder of Kelzana Artist Management, she's now revolutionizing how musicians build sustainable careers through strategic storytelling. "Branding goes so deep," Tori explains, drawing from her film background ...

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31:51

Mixtape Rewind: New Music Mix May 2023

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2025/05/29

In this week's Mixtape Rewind, we revisit our new music mix from May of 2023. Durand Jones immediately transports listeners to the golden era of soul with vocals that would sound right at home on classic Stax Records. Meanwhile, Foo Fighters return from tragedy with "Rescued," a song that not only references the loss of Taylor Hawkins but features Dave Grohl returning to the drums in a powerful musical statement. Ww discover Kesha's transformation from pop princess to vocal powe...

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32:06

The May Mix: It's Going To Be A Lorde Summer

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2025/05/22

From Lorde's triumphant return to The Doobie Brothers teaming up with Mavis Staples, May's releases signal the perfect start to summer's soundtrack. "What Was That" by Lorde kicks off what many are calling a "Lorde summer," with the New Zealand artist returning to the sound that made her famous. Her stripped-down, melodic approach to examining a relationship's end showcases her unique vocal abilities without unnecessary flourishes. Meanwhile, Miley Cyrus continues her winning streak with "En...

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33:01

Mixtape Rewind: Matt's Ultimate Desert Island Soundtrack

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2025/05/15

What twelve songs would sustain you if you were stranded on a desert island for the rest of your life? Matt Sidhom finally reveals his carefully curated Desert Island Mix—a musical journey that offers surprising insights into his life, memories, and what matters most. The mix opens with deeply personal selections: his wedding dance song Dave Matthews' "So Damn Lucky" and George Strait's touching "Love Without End" representing Matt's love for his children. From there, the musical landscape e...

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35:42

Walk-up Swagger: Baseball's Best Entrance Music

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2025/05/08

From the moment we hear those first notes blaring through stadium speakers, something magical happens. Baseball's walk-up songs do more than just fill empty space—they transform ordinary at-bats into cinematic moments, creating instant connections between players and fans. Matt and Sam dive into the fascinating world of MLB entrance music, exploring how these brief musical snippets reveal player personalities while energizing crowds. Whether it's Francisco Lindor's unexpected choice of "My G...

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32:59

Mixtape Rewind: New Beats & Fresh Finds - October...

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2025/05/01

This week's Mixtape Rewind takes us back to our new music mix from October 2022 Taylor Swift dominated charts by claiming all top ten Billboard spots with her "Midnights" album – we explore "Mastermind," highlighting how her songwriting prowess continues to evolve while maintaining that distinctive Taylor sound. The musical whiplash continues as we bounce between genres. Flatland Cavalry's folksy "Mountain Song" transports listeners to peaceful natural landscapes, while Sam Smith and Kim Pet...

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30:28

New Music April 2025: From Twang to Trance - Our Most...

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2025/04/24

From country twang to electronic trance, our latest mix takes listeners on a journey through an extraordinary range of musical landscapes. Matt and Sam discover unexpected connections between artists spanning five decades, share their surprised reactions to genre departures, and explain why this collection might be their favorite in years. The hosts dive deep into Eric Church's reflective "Hands of Time," exploring how music keeps us youthful despite life's inevitable forward march. They unp...

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49:26

Mixtape Rewind: Tony Smith, formerly of Sleeper...

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2025/04/17

This week's mixtape rewind takes us back to an earlier season where we were joined by Tony Smith, formerly of the band Sleeper Agent. Tony Smith's musical journey begins with Saturday mornings filled with Christopher Cross's "Ride Like the Wind" – his mother's chosen soundtrack for family cleaning day – and ends with the transcendent experience of Bon Iver's "Naeem." Each selection marks a transformative moment: discovering Ben Kweller's "Wasted and Ready" at 3am led to a shift away from nu-...

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34:12

Matt's Birthday Mix: Debut Albums of 1995

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2025/04/10

Matt's birthday-inspired journey through debut albums from 1995 reveals the remarkable beginnings of artists who would shape music for decades to come. The mix includes everything from Alanis Morissette's record-breaking "Jagged Little Pill" to Dave Grohl's post-Nirvana reinvention with Foo Fighters. The mid-90s represented a pivotal moment in music history. Grunge was evolving, electronic music was gaining mainstream traction, and powerful female voices were reshaping rock and pop. We dive...

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33:02

The April Fool's Mix: We Deliberately Curated Songs...

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2025/04/03

Music is deeply personal - and sometimes deeply annoying. What happens when two podcast hosts with intimate knowledge of each other's musical preferences deliberately curate mixtapes designed to make each other suffer? Pure audio schadenfreude. Matt kicks things off with a strategic selection including the universally maligned Nickelback, a whiny 90s ballad, and an ultra-twangy country song that earns a rock-bottom score. His secret weapon? A Ray Stevens track with the alarming title "Where ...

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32:29

Earworms & Head-Bangers: Your Ultimate New Music Roundup

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2025/03/27

Springtime brings musical renewal as hosts Matt and Sam curate twelve standout tracks spanning the contemporary music landscape. Their carefully selected mixtape captures everything from Lady Gaga's 80s-inspired dance anthem "Killa" to the tender acoustic stylings of Third Eye Blind's "Like a Lullaby," demonstrating how established artists continue evolving while staying true to their signature sounds. The mixtape delivers unexpected delights like Lexi Liu's reimagining of Le Tigre's "Decept...

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32:22

Mixtape Rewind: Writer Amy Odell gives us a Nostalgic...

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2025/03/20

From Season One of the show, Matt and Sam are joined by fashion journalist and author of Tales from the Back Row and Anna, Amy Odell! (IG https://www.instagram.com/instamyodell) https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2hHnOaWzaab2PjI8xRTZ64?si=a3d09f7ad65849ba Step into a nostalgic journey as we explore the potent music of our formative years in this episode featuring special guest Amy Odell. We're diving into a carefully curated playlist that evokes memories of high school, friendships...

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27:24

Declutter Your Space, Renew Your Spirit

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2025/03/13

The ritual of spring cleaning takes on new life in this energizing episode as Matt and Sam craft the perfect soundtrack for transforming both your living space and your mindset. Rather than viewing cleaning as a chore, we reimagine it as a journey of renewal that deserves its own carefully curated playlist. Our unique approach divides the cleaning experience into two complementary sides. Matt's selections begin with the motivational power of Christopher Cross's "Ride Like the Wind" (complete...

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32:00

Mixtape Rewind: The Ultimate Workout Mix

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2025/03/06

Get ready to elevate your workout game with a mix that’s designed to pump you up and push you through! Back in 2022, Matt and Sam brought you an energizing playlist filled with tracks that fuel your fire and inspire resilience. From rock anthems to rap classics, each song on this carefully curated list serves as a motivational powerhouse, making it an essential component of your workout routine. We discuss the unique attributes that make a song perfect for exercise—think steady rhythms, upli...

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32:57

February New Music: Hits, Humor, and Nostalgia

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2025/02/27

Matt and Sam's February new music mix brings together tracks infused with themes of self-love, nostalgia, and uplifting energy, perfect for chasing away winter blues. Featuring standout artists like Blondish, Teddy Swims, and OK Go, this episode showcases an array of songs that inspire, entertain, and reflect the complexity of modern life. • Exploration of self-love through dance beats • Teddy Swims' soulful tribute to love songs • OK Go's take on finding light in dark moments • Introduct...

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35:26

Mixtape Rewind: Joshua Dylan Balis talks about his...

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2025/02/20

In 2022, Matt and Samer were joined by Joshua Dylan Balis to talk about his album 'We're on Fire' and go through a mix of some of his favorites and inspirations. His mix is here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1X4iHRTZ9pjJvxGr8A10gN?si=oEZnh0F-TpOHYDu9ijvMkg Voices - Joshua Ray Walker Riga Black - Chuck JohnsonEvery time the sun comes up - Sharon Van EttenMotion picture sound track - RadioheadGodan Daginn - Sigurd Ros May Janes last dance - Tom petty Tumb...

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31:57

Celebrating 40: A Musical Journey of Reflection,...

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2025/02/13

Turning 40 is more than just a number—it's a celebration of the journey so far and the promise of what's to come. As Sam embraces this milestone birthday, he shares with Matt and the listeners a specially curated music mix that captures the essence of this new chapter. He begins with Logic's "Hallelujah," which echoes the importance of keeping an open mind. This episode is filled with reflective insights and a touch of laughter. You'll find yourself drawn into Sam's world as he navigate...

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35:20

Mixtape Rewind: Mid-Year Motivation Mix 2022

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2025/02/06

In 2022, Matt and Samer felt it was good to do TWO motivation mixes, one at the start of the year and one that summer to get you through the year. Both are awesomely motivating but this week we revisit the mid-year one. You can find the playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4h8it3EN0I8jNH0CmRBew9?si=c94ab610c6e14058 Immigrant Song by Led ZeppelinFree by Florence + The MachineProud by Heather SmallGreen Light by LordeTitanium by David Guetta, Sia...

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