Dive into the chaos, creativity, and comedy that is Song Wars! In this special episode, we’ve compiled all the musical gems from past episodes, including the hilariously self-indulgent chats that led to their creation.
From heartfelt ballads about tagging games to unexpectedly funky anthems about bin juice and wet ropes, this is a Forest School Podcast experience like no other. Whether you’re here for a laugh or want a glimpse into the unfiltered madness of our musical endeavours, you’re in for a treat.
What’s Inside (with Timestamps):
[00:10] The Birth of Song Wars: Why we started writing these ridiculous songs.
[02:08] "Sideways Rain": A love-hate ode to the challenges of outdoor life in the rain.
[09:13] "Wind Speed": A manic yet relatable anthem for forest school leaders battling unpredictable weather.
[17:06] "Run, Run" – A playful tagging game song capturing the exhaustion and humor of chasing children.
[19:06] "Tag, You’re It" – A rap-inspired track from the perspective of a competitive tag player.
[23:04] "Bin Juice Blues" – A sensory overload ballad about compost cleanup nightmares.
[29:49] "Wet Rope" – A pirate-tinged dance number inspired by the frustrations of knot-tying.
[39:32] "The January Blues Song" – A darkly comedic folk track reminding us that winter isn’t over yet.
[43:22] Corvid Taxonomy Song: A listener-submitted poetic roast on bird misidentification.
