A podcast celebrating the songs that changed the world.Join ARIA award-winning musician Josh Pyke and AWG award-winning comedian Cameron James as they deep dive into the tracks that dominated airwaves, defined generations, and briefly united the masses.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Pump up the Jams
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A podcast celebrating the songs that changed the world.Join ARIA award-winning musician Josh Pyke and AWG award-winning comedian Cameron James as they deep dive into the tracks that dominated airwaves, defined generations, and briefly united the masses.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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6/18/2025
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September 16, 2025
Linger – The Cranberries
<p>On this week’s Pump Up the Jams, we break down The Cranberries’ classic “Linger.” From Dolores O’Riordan’s unmistakable vocal to the swirling strings and the song’s roots in a teenage love story, we dig into how this track became one of the defining moments of ’90s alternative rock. </p><br><p>We talk about the band’s rise from Limerick, the emotion that made Linger resonate so deeply, and why it still holds a place in pop culture today.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
September 8, 2025
In Conversation with Missy Higgins: The Story Behind Scar
In Part 2 of our deep dive, Josh and Cam are joined by the incomparable Missy Higgins to chat about the making of Scar. Missy opens up about the song’s origins, the whirlwind of success that followed, and what it feels like to see Scar resonate decades later. It’s a candid, funny, and heartfelt conversation with one of Australia’s most loved artists.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
September 3, 2025
Breaking Down a Classic: Missy Higgins’ Scar
This week on Pump Up the Jams, Josh and Cam dive deep into Missy Higgins’ breakout hit Scar. From its raw honesty and soaring hooks to the way it captured a generation of Aussie listeners, we unpack what makes this song such a timeless anthem. Expect stories, laughs, and a fresh listen to one of Australia’s most iconic tracks.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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