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Strong SongsCounterpoint, Chaka Kahn, & Peter GabrielKirk answers your questions on 60s pop counterpoint, Chaka Kahn syncopation, Taylor Swift's re-recording project, good practice habits, Peter Gabriel's "Sledgehammer," and more.FEATURED/DISCUSSED:"You've Got Your Troubles" by Roger Greenaway and Roger Cool, recorded by The FortunesContrapunctus 1 by J.S. Bach recorded by the Emerson String Quartet on Bach: The Art of Fugue, 2003T.I.B.W.F. by The Budos Band, from The Budos Band, 2005"Dying to Get To Europe" by Ketil Bjornstad from Seafarer's Song, 2004"The Place Where He Inserted the Blade" by Black Country, New Road from Ants From Up There, 2022"...
2023-09-0854 min
Strong Songs"Soul Vaccination" by Tower of PowerKirk climbs inside the machine-gun rhythms and unstoppable grooves of the legendary Oakland funk outfit Tower of Power.Written by: Doc Kupka and Emilio CastilloAlbum: Tower of Power (1973)Listen/Buy via SongwhipALSO DISCUSSED:"What is Hip?" "Squib Cakes" "Only So Much Oil in the Ground" "Don't Change Horses (In the Middle of a Stream)," "So Very Hard to Go," "Credit," all by Tower of Power"Saturday Night Live" theme by Howard Shore, feat. Lenny Pickett"Cold Sweat," "I Got the Feelin'," "Mother Popcorn," "Funky Drummer" by James Brown, 1967...
2023-08-2549 min
Strong SongsAn Operatic Odyssey, with Luigi BocciaSpecial guest Luigi Boccia takes Kirk on a magical journey through the world of the opera tenor, from Caruso and Lauri Volpi to Di Stefano and Pavarotti.Featuring performances by Luciano Pavarotti, Giuseppe Di Stefano, Enrico Caruso, Franco Corelli, Giacomo Lauri Volpi, Jussi Björling, Sergei Lemeshev, and Jon Vickers.Find a Spotify playlist of Luigi's many Tenor examples here.--------------------JULY 2023 WHOLE-NOTE PATRONSCatherine Warner – Damon White – Kaya Woodall – Dan Austin – Jay Swartz – Miriam Joy – Sean D. Winnie – Rush – Daniel Hannon-Barry – Ashley Hoag – Christopher Miller – Jamie White – Christopher McConnell – David Mascett...
2023-07-143h 38
We Are These Guys Now...Until Next TimeWe'll be back...maybe :)
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-09-0657 minWe Are These Guys Now...Falling UpWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss our favorite conspiracy theories.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-07-1445 minWe Are These Guys Now...All About AliIn this episode, we have a very special guest, @sabotagesweetie who shares the story of her life, her experience in the adoption system, and how she found gaming/streaming.
This was a special one.
Enjoy!
Ali's socials: @sabotagesweetie
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-06-271h 06We Are These Guys Now...Quotes and ThingsThis one went in a completely different direction than what was originally intended, but we enjoyed it nonetheless.
As always, thanks for listening :)
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-06-2457 minWe Are These Guys Now...AMC To The MoonWe promised a part two...here's part two.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-06-1150 minWe Are These Guys Now...How Much Should We Pay People?We are back!!
In this episode, we discuss a very popular topic as of late, minimum wage.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-05-2639 minWe Are These Guys Now...Let's Talk About Private Prisons...As promised in our last episode, we give our thoughts on the private prison system! Also, Aaron Rodgers, if you're listening to this please come back to the Packers.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-05-0241 minWe Are These Guys Now..."Post" Pandemic RantSince the pandemic started just over a year ago, we thought we'd share some thoughts :) also, private prisons are bad.
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-04-1852 minWe Are These Guys Now...ahhh anarchyThis is your weekly reminder that nothing matters except the things you chose to matter :)
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-04-1147 minWe Are These Guys Now...WE ARE BACKAgain, we apologize. Life happens, you get busy, but we are back!!
In this episode, we discuss the impact of music and exercise on the brain.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-03-2545 minWe Are These Guys Now...Sam Cronin Saves The WorldIn this episode, we have the one and only SAM CRONIN as our guest!!!
Sam tells us about her experience starting in education during the COVID-19 pandemic and describes how she would fix our current education system which had both of us ready to run through a brick wall.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
Sam's socials: samanthacronin_
2021-02-281h 07We Are These Guys Now...Don't Weaponize CactiiOUR FIRST VIDEO EPISODE!
In this episode, we discuss the natural disaster that occurred in Texas, renewable energy, and pronouns. Be on the lookout for the video recording :)
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-02-2658 minWe Are These Guys Now...Ben v. KenHappy Valentine's Day!
In order to celebrate the holiday, we actually found something we didn't agree on.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-02-1548 minWe Are These Guys Now...Don't Stop the RiverWelcome back!
Keep swimming downstream everyone :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-02-0751 minWe Are These Guys Now...Koko Fights KennyWelcome back!
In this episode, we have yet another AMAZING guest, Koko! Koko was kind enough to join us to talk about gaming, streaming, and how she was able to build her platform.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
Koko's socials: @kokopellikisses
2021-01-3037 minWe Are These Guys Now...Tanner's Tounge BathWelcome back!
In this episode, we have another fantastic guest, Tanner! Tanner runs his own photography business here in Arizona and while telling his inspiratational story, Tanner gives some insight into photography, starting a small business and how he was able to grow.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
Tanner's socals: @tannerjpratt
2021-01-2347 minWe Are These Guys Now...Get Your Mind RightWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss the importance of mindfulness and being a little bit selfish :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-01-1846 minWe Are These Guys Now...Consistency PleaseWelcome back!
Given recent events, we here at We Are These Guys now would just like some consistency.
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-01-091h 06We Are These Guys Now...The Importance of CommunityWelcome back and Happy New Year!
We have a very special episode this week to kick-off 2021. In this episode, we have two amazing guests, Noelle, and Keisha to discuss the role of men as "protectors" and also the importance of helping those around you.
Enjoy!
Noelle's socials: @noelledililley
Keisha's socials: @k_colter
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2021-01-0248 minWe Are These Guys Now...It's The End Of The Year As We Know ItWelcome back!
In this episode, we reflect on the year that was 2020 :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-12-2436 minWe Are These Guys Now...Confidence is KeyWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss the importance of confidence. Also, WE'VE GOT MERCH!
We love you.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
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2020-12-1351 minWe Are These Guys Now...This Is Going To Be AwesomeWe're back!!
In this episode we discuss, our thoughts on the current status of our favorite NFL teams and also the importance of a positive mindset :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-12-071h 14We Are These Guys Now...He Said What? (Fire Emoji)Welcome back!
In this episode, we discuss the art of diving into DMs with our second ever guest Lauren!
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
Lauren's socials: @lo_ro8
2020-11-2200 minWe Are These Guys Now...Another Lockdown?Welcome back!
In this episode, we discuss the possibility of another lockdown, the impacts of social media, and more!
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-11-1400 minWe Are These Guys Now...Everyone's Out To Get UsWelcome back!
It's our post-election episode! In this episode, we discuss Trump's marketing strategy, the electoral college, and more. Be sure to follow our Instagram @wearetheseguysnow to stay updated on our merch launch!
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-11-0800 minWe Are These Guys Now...OK BoomerWelcome back!
Our apologies for missing last week. We suck. In today's episode, we discuss an age cap for political positions, renewable energy, and more!
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-10-3100 minWe Are These Guys Now...She Should PayWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss selective traditionalism and dating in 2020. Be sure to let us know your thoughts on the question we propose at the end :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-10-1700 minWe Are These Guys Now...Get Out ThereWelcome back!
Our first "on the road" episode! In this episode and we discuss our comedy filled weekend, the importance of having a good group of friends, and experiencing life. We even have our first in-person guest, Nick!
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-10-1300 minWe Are These Guys Now...Be NiceWelcome back!
Nice + nice=nice :)
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-10-0300 minWe Are These Guys Now...S-P-O-R-T-SWelcome back!
Aaron Rodgers is the greatest quarterback of all time. D-Hop is pretty good too.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-09-2945 minWe Are These Guys Now...Flying BlindWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss the lack of awareness we see in the American public today. We are dead serious about sending those political adds to us. We want to see them.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-09-2047 minWe Are These Guys Now...End of An EraWelcome back!
We have some very sad news..we will no longer be living together :( but don't worry, the episodes will continue! We've had a great time living with each other over the last 2 and a half years so we decided to talk about some of our favorite memories!
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-09-1240 minWe Are These Guys Now...BLM-Moment Versus MovementWelcome back!
This is a very special episode as we have our first guest!
Tequasia got her undergrad in criminology and uses her social media platform to share useful information and statistics to bring awareness to her followers. Join us as we discuss the difference between actions that part of a moment compared to part of a movement in seeking social change.
Enjoy!!
T's podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-candy-shoppe/episodes/You-cant-box-us-ehq6ep
T's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/sweetpea14dance
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2020-09-0554 minWe Are These Guys Now...Heroine and Curious GeorgeWelcome back!
THE WAR ON DRUGS. Where do you see this problem in 10 years?
Let us know!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-08-2953 minWe Are These Guys Now...Tough Pill to SwallowWelcome back!
In this episode, we discuss getting outside of your comfort zone, exploring the world around you, and the human experience. Let us what you've been doing to better yourself and what's on your bucket list!
Also, shoutout David Goggins and Cameron Hanes for their amazing work and stories.
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-08-2352 minWe Are These Guys Now...Bon Iver Please Listen To ThisJustin, we're serious.
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-08-1633 min
We Are These Guys Now...Back To SchoolWelcome Back to another episode of We Are These Guys Now!
In this episode, we discuss the school system as a whole and how we would change it. Be sure to let us know your thoughts and how you would update/change our current educational system!
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-08-0856 min
We Are These Guys Now...Well That Was FastWelcome back!
In this week's episode, we discuss the return of the MLB (and possibly losing it again), the NBA, and Ben explains how he would have handled the COVID-19 pandemic. If you had a magic wand, how would you have handled it??
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Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-08-0151 min
We Are These Guys Now...Brain FoodHello!
Welcome back to another episode of We Are These Guys Now!
In this episode, we discuss the new conspiracy surrounding the shortage of cash in America, Tik Tok, and give you a little bit of weekend motivation. Be sure to let us know your thoughts on this new conspiracy theory and anything else you would like us to discuss!
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-07-2556 min
We Are These Guys Now...College ClassicsHello!
Welcome back to another episode of We Are These Guys Now!
We decided to keep it light again this week and discuss our favorite (tellable) stories from our time in college. What were some of your favorite stories from college? Be sure to let us know!
Apologies for some of the audio problems, we're still working through recording remotely :)
Enjoy!
Ben's socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's socials: @_mr.clark
2020-07-1854 minWe Are These Guys Now...The $500 Million ManWelcome back, everyone!
This episode is a little bit lighter compared to the first 3 and is also our first remote episode! In this episode, we discuss the biggest sports news we've had in the last 4 months! Be sure to listen till the end to get our take on why our favorite NFL team is going to win this year's Super Bowl (if there's a season, hopefully).
Let us know your thoughts on this episode, and also why your favorite NFL is going to win the Super Bowl this year! Also, whehter it is serious...
2020-07-1152 minWe Are These Guys Now...Talk To Your NeighborWelcome back to another episode of We Are These Guys Now!
In this episode, we discuss the two-party system, women's pants, the future of voting, and more! Be sure to DM us, text us, email us, send a carrier pigeon, literally any form of communication, to let us know your thoughts on the two-party system or any other thoughts on the episode.
Enjoy!
Ben's Socials: @benmueller915
Kenny's Socials: @_mr.clark
2020-07-022h 02We Are These Guys Now...Cancel CultureHello Everyone!
Welcome back to We Are These Guys Now!
In this episode, we discuss our opinions on the current state of cancel culture and its impact on society. We dive into the rather unfavorable impacts it may have and our solutions to it!
We are want to say thank you to everyone who listened to the first episode and shared their thoughts and support with us. Be sure to DM, email us, or text us to share your thoughts on this episode and cancel culture as a whole!
Enjoy!
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We Are These Guys Now...Natural SelectionWelcome to We Are These Guys Now...!
This podcast documents the thoughts, opinions, and conversations of two best friends. We are open to any and all feedback so please feel free to reach out to us.
Ben's Social Medias: Instagram and Twitter: benmueller915
Kenny's Social Media: Instagram: _mr.clark
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