Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar discuss ask guests from the world of politics about their musical passions.
Political Beats
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4.4(23 reviews)
160 episodes
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Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar discuss ask guests from the world of politics about their musical passions.
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Publishing Since
8/18/2017
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Recent Episodes
July 14, 2026
Episode 159: Nic Rowan / Sleater-Kinney
Hosts Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar interview Nic Rowan, managing editor of The Lamp, discussing the enduring legacy and musical brilliance of the iconic rock band Sleater-Kinney.
May 31, 2026
Episode 158: Andrew Gretes / XTC [Part 2]
Hosts Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar interview fiction writer Andrew Gretes about the studio-bound, artistically rich second half of XTC's career from 1984 to 2000.
April 30, 2026
Episode 157: Andrew Gretes / XTC [Part 1]
Hosts Scot Bertram and Jeff Blehar interview fiction writer Andrew Gretes about XTC's early career, exploring their unique sound and lasting musical influence.
160 total episodes available with 15 transcripts
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