Charlie vs. the Algorithm is a storytelling podcast about the albums and songs that deserve more attention than the algorithm gives them. From overlooked masterpieces and forgotten classics to the artists behind them, Charlie dives into the history, meaning, and emotional impact of the music that stays with us. Equal parts music history, personal reflection, and conversation, it’s a show for anyone who still believes that listening to a great album from beginning to end is one of life’s greatest experiences.
Some artists make music you enjoy, and then there are artists whose music becomes part of your life. Patrick Watson is definitely one of those artists for me. In this episode, I dive into his beautiful album Love Songs for Robots and explore the haunting, cinematic beauty of “Good Morning Mr. Wolf.” We talk about Patrick’s unique musical world, the emotion behind his voice, and how his music has a way of making you feel things that are sometimes difficult to put into words. This episode is es...
7 Nov 2026
Maude Audet: “Demande-moi”
Sometimes the best musical discoveries don't need a long introduction. In this episode, we take a little detour into the beautiful musical world of Maude Audet, exploring her album Tu ne mourras pas and the lovely song “Demande-moi.” We talk about the emotion, atmosphere, and delicate songwriting that make her music so captivating, and why sometimes a song doesn't need to shout to leave an impression. This one is a little different from our usual deep dives—a short, sweet, and heartfelt episo...
31 Oct 2026
Gwilym Gold: “A Greener World”
Every once in a while, you stumble across an artist or album that makes you wonder how more people haven't discovered it. In this episode of Charlie vs. the Algorithm, we explore the wonderfully unconventional world of Gwilym Gold and his album A Paradise, with a special focus on the mesmerizing track “A Greener World.” We take a closer look at Gold's musical journey, his unique approach to songwriting, and the atmospheric beauty of an album that feels both intimate and otherworldly. There's ...
24 Oct 2026
“The Alan Parsons Project — Time, Fate, and The Turn of a Friendly Card”
Some songs make you dance, some make you fall in love, and others make you stop for a moment and think about how quickly life is passing you by. In this episode of Charlie vs. the Algorithm, we explore The Alan Parsons Project and their beautiful, bittersweet song “Time,” from the 1980 album The Turn of a Friendly Card. We take a closer look at the musical genius of Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson, the dreamy orchestration behind the song, and the lyrics that remind us how impossible it is to ...
17 Oct 2026
Mono: "Life In Mono"
Some songs don’t just take you back to a particular time—they create an entire world you never want to leave. In this episode of Charlie vs. the Algorithm, we dive into Mono’s mesmerizing 1997 album Formica Blues and the beautifully haunting masterpiece “Life in Mono.” Blending cinematic strings, vintage lounge sounds, dreamy vocals, and a touch of melancholy, the song feels like the soundtrack to a forgotten film—or a memory you can’t quite put into words. We explore the story behind Mono, t...
10 Oct 2026
Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley & the Story of “Hallelujah”
What do Leonard Cohen, Jeff Buckley, and Shrek have in common? One of the most beautiful songs ever written, of course! 🎶 In this episode of Charlie vs. the Algorithm, we explore the remarkable journey of “Hallelujah”—a song Leonard Cohen spent years writing and rewriting, only for it to initially go largely unnoticed. We dive into Cohen’s poetic genius, the song’s complicated mix of love, faith, heartbreak, and human imperfection, and how Jeff Buckley’s haunting interpretation helped introdu...
10 Oct 2026
Pilot
For the very first episode of Charlie vs. the Algorithm, we dive into the extraordinary—and sometimes heartbreaking—world of Harry Nilsson and the story behind his beautiful song “Don’t Forget Me.” We also dive into is unforgettable friendship with John Lennon. Along the way, we get into the stories, relationships, and moments surrounding the recording of Pussy Cats—a fascinating chapter in music history. But at its heart, this episode is about something much bigger: aging, friendship, ...
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