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Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z

A podcast dedicated to discussing every John Hiatt song in alphabetical order featuring Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson. John Robert Hiatt (born August 20, 1952) is an American singer-songwriter.[ Hiatt has been nominated for nine Grammy Awards. He has released 22 studio albums, two compilation albums and one live album.His songs have been covered by Bonnie Raitt (Thing called Love), Bob Dylan (The Usual), Have a Little Faith in Me (Joe Cocker, Jewel, Mandy Moore & Bon Jovi) , Memphis in the Meantime

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47:19

Nothin' I Love

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/03/16

Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth discuss "Nothin' I Love" from John Hiatt's 2014 album Terms of My Surrender. The two fans discuss the lyrics, including how much each can follow the symbolism of the poker references, and the music before giving the song our rating.Before delving into the songs, the two fans catch up and share some wonderful feedback from our listeners. This was one of the songs included in the great tribute album Darren Watson Sings John Hiatt so stay tuned till the end of the

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38:08

What would you do if you had 3 seconds to talk to...

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/03/11

On this bonus episode of Perfectly Good Podcast, Sylvan and Jesse speak with regular guest and super fan Nick P Brown about the recent tour dates with Lyle Lovett. Sylvan shares the set lists and "just the facts" of the shows she saw and Nick shares his setlist and a story of a brief encounter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:04

Nobody Knew His Name

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/03/09

Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth delve into the noir tale of John Hiatt's "Nobody Knew His Name" from 2014's Terms of My Surrender. We share some facts about the recording and covers we found before delving into the lyrics and speculating about the character John has created. Then we rate the song on our 5-star scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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44:30

No Wicked Grin

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/03/02

Get out your waltzing shoes and your tissues, because Jesse and Sylvan are discussing "No Wicked Grin" John Hiatt's beautiful adult love song from 2012's Mystic Pinball. The two fans discuss the many cover versions we were able to collect on our playlist (https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYZL48qWH-HGAmO_-M6hzqeEyT5isIHI1&si=8yjvTEk2HuycH1os) before rating on our Hiatt 1-5 star scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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37:07

The Night that Kenny Died

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/02/23

Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth discuss John Hiatt's song about a detested nerd who died in glory from 1979's Slug Line. If you are curious about "World's Greatest Dad" the film Sylvan references, a particularly moving clip of Robin Williams' performance is on youtube. We also include a portion of Patty Griffin's wonderful song "Tony" at the end of the episode. If you or someone you know is suffering, please contact the 988 Lifeline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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36:49

New Numbers

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/02/16

"New Numbers" is a John Hiatt song from the album Two Bit Monsters. And... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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45:14

Negroes were Dancing

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/02/09

Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth do their best to dive into the Slug Line Era context and personal biases while discussing John Hiatt's song "Negroes were Dancing." Before getting into their best interpretation of the lyrics for this song, they share facts and some quotes from John about his own cultural journey. We are also joined by Linda Jackson for part of the episode. https://sites.google.com/view/perfectlygoodpodcast/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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54:04

Native Son

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/02/02

Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth are joined by returning special guest Judy Groth Smith (aka Sylvan's mom) for our discussion of this song from John Hiatt's 1995 album Walk On. Before diving into the lyrics, we share memories of the time this song was released, including one wild weekend when the Groth girls stalked John Hiatt through a snow storm and the start of their shared fan project, Slow Turning: the John Hiatt Fanzine. (Still available online, thanks to thejohnhiattarchives.com)

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33:01

Nagging Dark

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/01/26

Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth discuss the first John Hiatt song in the N's of our A to Z countdown. Join us as we look back at the history surrounding "Nagging Dark" a song from the album Beneath This Gruff Exterior.This episode (and the song) deals with themes of mental health and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling, there is many resources for help, including dialing 988. Link to article by Tim Porter in Paste Magazine Sylvan quotes with a great interview:

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42:42

Wrapping up the M's

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/01/19

It's been a wonderful letter! Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth look back at the Perfectly Good Podcast episodes for both M songs and the calendar year 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:22

Mystic Pinball

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/01/12

In this final episode of our M-songs, Jesse and Sylvan discuss the song "Mystic Pinball." They review the technicalities that allow this song to be part of season one, though some Hiatt fans may not consider it part of any of John Hiatt's official albums. Sylvan shares some quotes from John Hiatt about the inspiration and the two fans discuss the lyrics before rating the song on our 5-star scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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33:09

My Sweet Girl

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2026/01/05

Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth discuss the John Hiatt song "My Sweet Girl" from 1997's Little Head.The two fans break down the lyrics and rate on our 1 to 5 star scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:53

My Old Friend

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/12/29

Hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth are joined by special guest John Cote to tackle this nostalgic song from John Hiatt's Tiki Bar is Open. We hear about how John come to know Hiatt's music from a radio show in Maine and Sylvan and John compare concert notes. The trio then break down the lyrics of "My Old Friend" before rating this song on our five-star scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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43:08

My Edge of the Razor

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/12/22

Perhaps hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth are still in the minor leagues of analyzing John Hiatt songs, because there's a lot of questions they both have about "My Edge of the Razor" from the 1983 album, All of a Sudden.Are you sharper than us, and how would you rate this ballad? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:22

My Dog and Me

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/12/15

Dog lovers Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth take a shamefully biased view about John Hiatt's song "My Dog and Me" from 2005's Beneath This Gruff Exterior. Join us as we share stories about how our own pooches have impacted our families and our lives and a few anecdotes from John Hiatt's live performances of this song. We also breakdown all the lyrics and share how you can join the podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:13

My Business

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/12/08

In this episode of Perfectly Good Podcast, Jesse and Sylvan discuss the song "My Business" from John Hiatt's Mystic Pinball Album. They talk about the production and review the lyrics, then rate on the Hiatt scale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:45

Wistful Whispers: My Baby Blue

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/12/01

Join hosts Sylvan Groth and Jesse Jackson in this episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast as they dive into John Hiatt's song 'My Baby Blue.' They share insights and personal reflections on the song, discussing its lyrics and the nostalgia it evokes. They also touch on the song's background, its radio play, and various covers. Tune in for an engaging discussion on another gem from John Hiatt's extensive discography.00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:34 Reflecting on the Journey So Far 01:55 Song

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47:59

Hairspray and Red Lips = Exploring John Hiatt's 'My...

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/11/24

Welcome to a new episode of Perfectly Good Podcast! In this episode, hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth dive deep into John Hiatt's song 'My Baby' from the album 'The Open Road'. They discuss the song's history, its lyrical evolution from early drafts to the final release, and interesting anecdotes from John Hiatt himself. The hosts praise the song for its vivid imagery and memorable lines while debating its various versions. They also address fan queries and encourage the audience to share their

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36:24

"A Slice of Life: The Artistry in 'The Music is Hot'"

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/11/17

Join hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth in this episode of Perfectly Good Podcast as they discuss 'The Music is Hot' from John Hiatt's album 'Leftover Feelings'. They share their thoughts on the song's profound lyrics, storytelling, and musical composition, as well as personal anecdotes that relate to the themes of simple country living and the power of music. Special mentions include various covers and performances by other artists. Tune in for a deep dive into this captivating piece of

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42:22

Adopted Fathers who love us - Mr. Stanley

Perfectly Good Podcast - John Hiatt from A to Z ·

2025/11/10

Join hosts Jesse Jackson and Sylvan Groth in this heartfelt episode of the Perfectly Good Podcast, where they delve into the emotional depths of John Hiatt's song 'Mr. Stanley.' Through personal anecdotes and profound discussions, they explore the song's themes of loss, love, and the influence of father figures. Special guest Darren Watson also shares his insights and connection to the song. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own relationships and the impact of meaningful figures in their

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