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PODCAST

Weird Al-gorithm

Each week Matt Kelly (Geekscape) and Matthew Milligan (Wheatus) work their way through Weird Al"s entire discography one track at a time. Logo from Little Yanks who can be found on IG under @littleyanks If you want to let us know your thoughts, stories, insights or anything else send us an email at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com. Check us out on: Instagram - @weirdalgorithmpodcast Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1338865813603270 Or visit our brand new website where you can see our

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39:46

Polkas on 45

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/08/12

I can't believe it took 20 episodes to get to our first Polka! But finally we are discussing a Polka on the podcast! Smack in the middle of In 3-D is a track that started a tradition on practically every album that came out after this. Also if you haven't jumped on the TIkTok trend yet .... Teenage Dirtbag is being used as a TikTok right now and you should film something on your TikTok for it!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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47:11

I Lost on Jeopardy (w/Jeff Nucera)

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/08/05

This week we are joined by Jeff Nucera who has arguably more Al-cred than any other human on the planet. After Jeff gives us a rundown of his qualifications we start to discuss Al's amazing parody of Greg Kihn Band's Jeopardy. This is one of Jeff's favorite al songs and with very good reason! Hopefully its one of your favorites as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:56

Buy Me a Condo

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/07/29

In one of Al's strangest songs he blends the sounds of Reggae with niche Yuppie culture. While it's funny we can't help but debate if the satire still comes off as appropriation. If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:38

The Brady Bunch

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/07/22

This week we are talking about Al's parody of Men At Work's "Safety Dance" which one of your hosts thinks is a contender for one of the worst Al parodies of all time. Is he over-reacting or is this anti-Brady Bunch song truly the bottom of the barrel for Al? If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps!! Learn

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26:22

Midnight Star

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/07/15

In 1984; Al had every intention of this original to be the lead single off In 3-D. Instead he released the parody Eat It. We discuss how we feel about this original and if we think this could have worked as a single! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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46:33

Eat It (f/Chris Fafalios)

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/07/08

We are joined with One Hit Thunder host and Punchline bassist Chris Fafalios to talk about THE song that truly kick-started Al's career ... his Michal Jackson parody EAT IT. Is this deserving of the praise that gets thrown on it or is the song not nearly as iconic as the music video? Listen and find out!!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:13

It's Still Billy Joel to Me (f/Dustin Rubin)

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/07/01

We have our first ever guest and not only does he love Al... he's met him! Welcome Dustin Rubin of the Two Dollar Late Fee podcast to the show!! This episode was recorded as part of a fundraiser to help Matt's high school friend Meg. We look at a B-side recorded for (but cut from) the self titled album before we dive into the heavy hitter than is In 3-D next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:12

Mr Frump In The Iron Lung

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/06/24

Holy crap we did it! We finished the first album and man does this album ever end on a perfect closing note. It could be argued this is the darkest and meanest song Al ever wrote but damn if it isn't funny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:58

Such a Groovy Guy

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/06/17

Reportedly this song is based on a true event that Al's girlfriend at the time experienced with her ex. Al was so floored by the story that he created a song specifically about it. It's a truly 80's punk thing to do but is the song any good? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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25:44

I'll Be Mellow When I'm Dead

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/06/10

This week we discuss I'll Be Mellow When I'm Dead which shows Al really giving hippies and and therapy a piece of his mind. It's very very possible that one of the reasons he doesn't play this song love anymore is that that subject matter doesn't stand the test of time for him but it could also be a low-key great highlight of the album. Listen to figure out how we feel about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:59

Another One Rides the Bus

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2022/06/03

This is another big one of the early years and the final parody of the self titled album. Al made the strange choice to not do a studio recording but instead put the original super low-fi version he recorded live on Dr. Demento years earlier. How does it ultimately stack up to his other parodies thus far? Listen and find out!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:16

The Check's in the Mail

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/05/27

This week the Matt's break down the toe-tapping anti-music industry bop from Weird al's self titled album "The Checks in the Mail". Do they think this is a highlight of this under appreciated album or is it one of the first things people think of when they complain about this album? Listen and find out!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:10

My Bologna

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/05/20

It's time to finally discuss the song that was Al's first genuine single; for the self-titled however he re-recorded the song from it's original bathroom quality to a more produced sound. But how does this crucial song stack up against the other parodies discussed so far!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:45

Stop Draggin' My Car Around

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/05/13

"Stop Draggin' My Heart Around" which brought two icons Tom Petty and Stevie Nicks together on one track; the original song has been fairly forgotten which doesn't do much to make the parody particularly memorable either. But just because it's forgettable doesn't mean the parody itself is bad! Where will the Matts ultimately rank this? If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at

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28:42

Happy Birthday

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/05/06

Today we're discussing Weird Al's first Style Parody, Happy Birthday. The song is inspired by the songs of Tonio K, one of Al's favorite artists. The song is dark, very weird but also quite fun. Not only did this song make Matt a fan of Tonio K; but it's also a go to Birthday song to send friends for Matthew. If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com Be sure to rate, review and

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51:23

A Brush With Weirdness: Matthew saw Weird Al live...

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/05/02

Matthew went to the first date of the 2nd leg of the Weird Al's Vanity Tour. We break down the set list and Matthew's experience at the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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28:35

Buckingham Blues

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/04/29

This is a strange one. Weird Al reportedly wrote this song as a parody of Jack & Diane but John Melloncamp declined. Instead of completely scrapping the song he redid it as a Blue song instead. It's clear that the lyrics mostly remained unchanged when he switched to the new style. The Matt's discuss this particularly mean-spirited song that did not age well over the last 40 years and also discuss our feelings on Blues music and John Cougar Melloncamp! If you're digging the show follow us on

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40:22

I Love Rocky Road

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/04/22

This week on the podcast we discuss I Love Rocky Road. This was the song that got Al his record contract. It became a quick classic on MTV and was one of the early minor hits for Al before he truly exploded a few years later! If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on your favorite podcasting apps!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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23:38

Gotta Boogie

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2022/04/15

We enter into our first official "original song" by Weird Al; the disco inspired pun "Gotta Boogie". There's not a ton to analyze lyrically with this one but Matthew breaks down why this song from a musical perspective is incredible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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34:23

Ricky

Weird Al-gorithm ·

2022/04/08

Today Matt and Matthew break down Ricky; Al's parody of Toni Basil's Mickey. However before we start analyzing the song that would be Al's first official single and music video we give our thoughts on the self titled album BEFORE we listen to the full album to level set what our nostalgic thoughts on the album and songs is. If you're digging the show follow us on Instagram: @weirdalgorithmpodcast Do you have thoughts and want to tell us them? Email us at weirdalgorithmpodcast@gmail.com Be sure to

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