to our enemies

Sometimes holding a grudge isn’t the healthiest option, but indulging one for the length of a song? That might be just what the moment calls for. In this episode, we lean into defiance, righteous anger, and the sweet, private thrill of SINGING what you’d never actually say out loud. To our enemies… this one’s for you!

Restless

This week, we are restless! Maybe that’s every week. On edge and buzzing, we talk through the moods and ways of being that come with that jittery energy, and the songs, of course, that match, and sometimes surpass it.

iconic concert – iconic venue

Concerts are special events heightened by iconic venues. Christina was inspired by a memorable show at the Hollywood Bowl featuring Sparks, where the Mael brothers fulfilled their dream to perform. Christine was moved by Seu Jorge’s encore performance of “Space Oddity.”

Out of Character

Stereothematica returns for Season Two after our first-ever pod break, and in this week’s episode we’re sharing songs that diverge from our usual style. This week we’re Out of Character!

summer break

We’re taking a quick break! We’ll be back with Season 2 on September 2. Until then, check out Stereothematica on Instagram and follow our playlist on Spotify!

Cautionary Tale

Songs can teach you things! Who knew? Our artists knew, obviously. And we’ve learned a few cautionary tales in addition to our picks this week. Like… don’t drink and gamble. Don’t be a bad dad! Guns? Not our favorite. But if you’re gonna have them, don’t take them to town! And because the video is […]

nostalgia

Join us as we explore the concept of yearning through various cultural lenses, including the German “sehnsucht,” Korean “han,” and the English “anemoia.” This week we feature songs from Kim Jung Mi and Karen Dalton, showcasing their emotional depth and historical contexts.

lyrical confusion

Confusing yet beautiful lyrics capture our imagination and leave us thinking about these songs for days on end.

Sing Along

This episode of Stereothematica celebrates the most memorable movie sing-along moments. While our hosts pick scenes from “The Deer Hunter” and “Almost Famous,” we hope you’ll share your own favorites and join in a communal appreciation for these magical cinema experiences.

Genre Benders

What happens when music refuses to stay in its lane? It gets some major Stereothematica love. This week, we talked about the artists who blur boundaries, break molds, and bend genres in ways that feel both surprising and inevitable. These are sounds shaped by curiosity, contradiction, and a refusal to be easily defined. Christina picked […]