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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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01:11:03

Montell Jordan: "This Is How We Do It" (Conviviality...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/08/16

Mike V joins us to discuss this bonafide jam from 1995. We examine Montell Jordan's background and current status, analyse (and explain) the lyrics, discuss the Phrygian mode, and give an epic mixtape for the ages. We're all about conviviality here, so you can trust us when we say you will enjoy this episode: we never come whack on an old school track! Links: Official Video Master Peace Church services Thank you for being part of our journey! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send

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57:06

Kim Wilde: "You Keep Me Hangin' On" (throw that guy...

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2025/08/10

The ending of a relationship may be painful, but it's far worse for the narrator of Holland-Dozier-Holland's "You Keep Me Hangin' On" - the ending never quite seems to come for this jilted lover. This song has resonated over the decades as evidenced by it's many versions, starting with original Supremes version and all the way up to recent times in Glee. Today we will be celebrating our favourite version: the hi-NRG Kim Wilde 1986 classic! We dive deep into the history of Wilde as well share a close

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01:24:06

Toto: "Africa" (with Kim Desing-McCardle)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/08/02

Our friend Kim Desing-McCardle joins us to discuss one of her all-time favourite songs. This is a longer one, but we cannot do this song justice in a brief amount of time. Speaking of doing justice - we valiantly attempt to do our best three part harmony for our version of the chorus and prove that any imitation of this incredible song is second rate. But we certainly tried. Links: Official Video Angel City Chorale version Weezer version Thank you for being part of our journey! Connect with us on

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59:10

Phil Collins: "Sussudio" (For Peter, who is a real...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/07/26

Sussudio is an incredible song, but would you sing along with it with your windows down in the car? We're here to help our friend Peter to sing it loud and proud for the whole world to hear! Sussudio may be indebted to Prince's "1999," but it's also it's own awesome thing. Join us as we celebrate Phil Collins' #1 hit!Links: Official Video Howard Stern Version Thank you for being part of our journey! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send us an email at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com to get

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01:00:56

Kelly Clarkson: "Since U Been Gone" (I'm SO moving on!)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/07/20

It's kind of crazy to realize that this song is now over twenty years old. "Since U Been Gone" still feels fresh for us and we hope you understand why by the end of this episode. Helpful links: Original Video Kelly Clarkson singing in the rain! Thank you for being part of our journey! Connect with us on Instagram, Facebook, etc., or send us an email at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com to get on our newsletter! We’d love your feedback—please rate and review, and don’t forget to share our podcast with your

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54:23

Robbie Nevil: "C'est La Vie" (That's right!)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/07/13

We cover a range of songs for the ever-expanding mandate of our podcast, but Robbie Nevil's "C'est La Vie" is one of those songs that did very well when it came out, but it has been somewhat lost to time over the past few decades. Bill intends to bring it back to the listening public, while Frank wants to explain its connection to both Baywatch's Hobie Buchannon and Tom Waits "Rain Dogs." Hang on tight for this one! Top Pops - the true video The "official video Thank you for being part of our

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56:52

Peabo Bryson: "If Ever You're In My Arms Again" (Bill...

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2025/07/05

Perfectly timed to come out on the day of Bill's 13th anniversary with Ashley, "If Ever You're In My Arms Again" perfectly captures their love story. And to add (or subtract?) to an already perfect song, Frank gives us his most heartfelt vocals as he attempts to channel his inner Bryson. We take an in-depth analysis of the song and then we bring back some categories that have laid dormant for the past while. It's time to get back to what this podcast is all about!Helpful Links: Official (?)

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01:12:23

Tom Cochrane: "Life Is a Highway" (Happy Canada Day)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/29

"Life Is a Highway" is the ultimate pep talk to get yourself out of your rut and back onto road. Dave Kitchen joins us for his 21st episode to discuss the importance of this song to our young 1990s selves and to Canada as a whole. We cover the song's history as well as its mark in popular culture. We revisit the Tom Cochrane - Bryan Adams war of the early 90s as well. Finally, we return to the Hallmark movie category before we give you an epic road trip mixtape. Links: Original Video Family Guy

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01:05:17

Meryn Cadell: "The Sweater" (Wear Lip Gloss)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/22

Adolescent longing is often dismissed, but we remember the pain and suffering of high school infatuation all too well. Meryn Cadell's "The Sweater" captures this with both humour and empathy, and we want to make sure that we bring listeners back to this surprising hit from 1992. We explore Cadell's unique lyrical style, discuss one of the great professional figure skating performances of the 90s, and work through our own teenage pain. Thank you for joining us!Links: Official Video Figure Skating

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52:51

Belinda Carlisle: "Heaven Is A Place On Earth" (For...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/15

Inspired by a Heather's request, we are delving into the beloved 1987 hit “Heaven Is a Place on Earth” by Belinda Carlisle. We do our best to unravel the magic behind this quintessential pop anthem (but of course, the magic always remains). From the fascinating story behind the creation of the tune to Carlisle’s signature vibrato to the irresistible production and bizarre video, we cover everything we can for you!Official Music Video Thank you for being part of our journey! Connect with us on

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56:02

Erasure: "A Little Respect" (A Morning Episode)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/08

In this episode, we record in the early morning to celebrate a song that embodies both power and vulnerability: ‘A Little Respect’ by Erasure. Join us as we embrace the early hour to discuss the profound nature of Erasure's anthemic ode to love, vulnerability, and acceptance. The dynamic between Bell and Clarke, with Clarke’s meticulous compositions (and impressive previous history) complemented by Bell’s soaring vocals (and soulful lyrics), set the stage for a powerful partnership that has spanned

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01:11:51

In Memoriam: Our friend Kahlin Homes on Sugar Ray's...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/07

Our friend Kahlin passed away this week and we are heartbroken. To honour her memory, we wanted to do our small part and re-post the episode she did with us from December 2023. This episode was a ton of fun and we hope you can feel it when you listen, too. We also hope you can hear the joy in Kahlin's voice and the laughter that fills the room as she reminisces about what Sugar Ray meant to her grade 6 heart in the late 90s. We love you, Kahlin!

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53:49

Pat Benatar: "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" (catch the...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/06/01

We discuss Pat Benatar's memorable anthem "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" and it's unlikely beginnings - at a pillow punching therapy session in Toronto. We also discuss our own misadventures with punching and what it means to be in the cultural zeitgeist. Thank you for listening! You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. We'd love to hear from you. Please rate and review us wherever you listen, but more importantly - share our show

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01:12:01

Neil Diamond: "Sweet Caroline" (with Dan Ducroix and...

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/05/24

"There are two types of people in this world: Those who like Neil Diamond, and those who don't." - Dr. Bob Wiley, author of the renowned memoir Death Therapy.As Dr. Bob suggests, you can divide the world into two (hopefully unequal) parts. You’ll find Bill and Frank on the bright side of the world where Neil Diamond is adored. This episode sees the return of Dan Ducroix, who fell in love with the music of Neil Diamond over 25 years ago, leading him for a brief period to emulate the 1970s style of

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51:17

The Stampeders: "Sweet City Woman" (Pour Mon Ami)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/05/18

“Sweet City Woman” is a quintessential Canadian song - it contains both English and French lyrics and it celebrates Toronto while using the language of the countryside. In this week’s episode, Frank attempts (and fails) to rename the podcast, we bring back Mel Bourque to help us understand the French version of the song, and we determine if we have Canadian accents Links: "Official" Video SCTV Canadian Film Going Down The Road - Yonge St Thank you for listening! You can find us on Instagram,

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50:27

Roy Orbinson: "You Got It" (A voice out of time)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/05/11

It's hard to believe that this is a song from 1989 as Roy Orbison is an icon from the early days of Rock n' Roll, and his voice sounds just as powerful as it did 30 years before. We are glad to bring this song to you. We hope you (like us) are transcended to a higher plain when you hear his voice!Official Video Clips of the recording process of You Got It You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, and our website. You can email us at BandFGuiltFree@gmail.com, too. We'd love to hear from you. Please

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54:17

The Whispers: "Rock Steady" (with a side of Sun Chips)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/05/03

There is something thrilling about a long-established band having a hit late in their career. They say pop music is for the youth of the day, so seeing a group of 40-year-olds continue to run with the wildebeests warms the heart. The Whispers proved that they can certainly “Rock Steady” with their younger peers. It also certainly didn’t hurt to be gifted an incredible jam by the soon-to-be legendary songwriting team of Babyface and L.A. Reid. We’re glad you’ve joined us for our celebration of The

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01:04:59

The Cure: "Friday I'm In Love" (Kitch's 20th!)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/04/26

In today’s milestone episode, we celebrate Dave Kitchen's 20th appearance on Bill and Frank's Guilt-Free Pleasures, featuring The Cure’s iconic “Friday I’m in Love.” We recall the polarizing debates amongst our peers at the high school cafeteria over whether The Cure sold out (they didn't!), and Kitch brings us back to recognizing the unique duality of The Cure, reminding us how the band has regularly oscillated between pop elegance and goth melancholy. (Stay tuned to the very end for a very special

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55:28

Taylor Dayne: "Love Will Lead You Back" (Maximum Dayne)

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/04/19

In today’s episode, we revisit the 80s pop sensation Taylor Dane and her iconic hit "Love Will Lead You Back." We delve into Dane’s overlooked legacy (seven top 10 hits over two albums!) and explore the emotional power of Frank’s favourite Taylor Dayne song. Even though Bill would have preferred to discuss “Tell it To My Heart” instead, he shares his evolving appreciation for today’s song, while Frank highlights its themes of hope and love's resilience – as well as somehow once again recounting the

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52:47

Glenn Medeiros: "Nothing's Gonna Change My Love For You"

Bill and Frank’s Guilt-Free Pleasures ·

2025/04/13

In this week’s episode, we jump into a song that's more than just a nostalgic tune—it's a fascinating slice of pop culture with an equally intriguing backstory. Prepare to delve into “Nothing’s Gonna Change My Love For You,” a hit brought to life by Glenn Medeiros, whose music video might just be one of the most dangerous ever made—a song that sends us spiraling into conversations about love, nostalgia, and the odd memories we have tied to the Muppets.We would like to also remind listeners just how

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