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Harp On ItChange by Djo - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 12This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
Change is in some ways an inevitability, while simultaneously a nearly impossible achievement both
societally and even personally. This is the basis for Chris and Ian's conversation in today's episode. Inspired by the multi-talented Djo, the HOIP boys share their thoughts on the matter.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Change by Djo
Change Is Coming by Sam Cooke
Obviously by We Are The City
2024-05-0553 minHarp On ItI Can by NAS - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 11In this episode the HOIP boys discuss dreams, in all aspects! What are some of your dreams and aspirations? Can dreams change over time? What's a reoccurring nightmare you had as a child? Chris and Ian answer all these questions and more. Meanwhile, as always they tie it all back to some of their favorite songs.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
I Can by NAS
Stereo Colored Cloud (Shaman's Dream) by Sampha
Last Night I Dreamt That Somebody Love Me by The Smith's
2024-03-1549 minHarp On ItOur Vinyl Set Lists - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 10This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
This episode, the HOIP boys create vinyl set lists for each other. Ian chose 5 songs he knew Chris would love but had never heard, and vice versa. The boys have a lot of fun in this episode and we think you will too.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Genghis Khan by Miike Snow
Nubian Farlow by Varnish La Piscine
Bleach by BROCKHAMPTON
Cookie Chips by Rejjie Snow, MF DOOM, & Cam O'bi
2024-02-0947 minHarp On ItBONUS Episode - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 9 Pt. 2This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
The HOIP boys get back to it in episode 9, part 2, with the topic of "Death".
It's a different approach this episode, without the Beatles focus, so buckle up to see where this one takes 'em!
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Sing About Me, Dying Of Thirst by Kendrick Lamar
Tears In Heaven by Eric Clapton
Nights by Frank Ocean
Watermelon In Easter Hay by Frank Zappa
Little...
2024-01-2652 minHarp On ItNow And Then by The Beatles - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 9 Pt. 1This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
In today's episode Chris and Ian discuss "DEATH", but it may not be the typical angle you expect. The HOIP boys unpack the death to old traditions as it relates to music, and do their best to decide what it will mean to embrace the new. Tune in to hear what they have to say!
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Now And Then by The Beatles
American Pie by Don McLean
2024-01-121h 00Harp On ItFake Happy by Paramore - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 8This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
In this episode, Chris and Ian discuss the complicated relationship we all have with social media. Is it a benefit or is it ruining our lives? As always the HOIP boys share songs that address this very question, and further the conversation with personal anecdotes as well as pop culture references to figure it out. Yes, Matt Rife's name does come up.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Fake Happy by Paramore
Burn The Witch by Radiohead
Contact High...
2024-01-081h 06Harp On ItWet Dream by Wet Leg - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 6This week Chris and Ian dive into a pretty popular topic, Self Worth. Join them along the way as they use some of their favorite music, anecdotes, and life lessons to discuss what it means to them.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Wet Dream by Wet Leg
Haircut by Amindi
2009 by Mac Miller
This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
2023-11-291h 04Harp On ItSunshine by Atmosphere - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 5Just in time for the time change, this week Chris and Ian dive into seasons and the emotions that accompany them. Does summer bring happiness? Winter bring peace? No matter what the response, this episode is for you!
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Sunshine by Atmosphere
Winter Song by The Head And The Heart
Summer Breeze by Seals & Crofts
Hello My Old Heart by The Oh Hellos
This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
2023-11-151h 03Harp On ItSpooky Halloween Musical Special - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 4For this week's episode, the boys take a break from their normal format and get spooky to celebrate the Halloween holiday. Chris and Ian go back and forth with songs that they feel embody the eerie and ghostly vibes that come with the season and discuss each along the way.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Psycho Killer by Talking Heads
Thriller by Michael Jackson
Cradles by Sub Urban
Human Fly by The Cramps
Pumped up Kicks by Foster The People
2023-11-0143 minHarp On ItBoredom by Tyler, The Creator - Music Free - HOIP Ep. 3This episode, your hosts Chris and Ian dive into the topic of boredom! Through personal experience and societal anecdotes and with music as their guide, they discuss what the topic means to them.
Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -
Boredom by Tyler, The Creator
I Wanna Be Sedated by Ramones
Bored by Billie Eilish
This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
2023-10-2754 minHarp On ItThe Kids Aren't Alright by The Offspring - Music Free - HOIP Ep.2On this, the second episode of the Harp On It Podcast, Chris and Ian discuss the topic of "The Disillusionment of Growing Up". With the help of a few of their favorite songs, they dive into what they think growing up and the accompanying disillusionment means to them. Join them for their second "Musical Conversation Between Friends"!
This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
2023-10-111h 01Harp On ItSuper Rich Kids by Frank Ocean - Music-Free - HOIP Ep. 1
Welcome to the first episode of the Harp On It Podcast! In this week's episode, Chris and Ian dive into the topic, "Does Wealth Bring You Happiness?" They explore the topic through the lens of personal anecdotes, societal issues, and a few of their favorite songs to make it a true "Musical Conversation Between Friends."
This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms!
2023-09-2059 minHarp On ItHarp On It Podcast TrailerIntroducing Harp On It, a podcast hosted by Ian MacInnis and Chris MacIntosh. Each episode features a handpicked song that inspires thought-provoking discussions. Drawing from their own life experiences, Ian and Chris delve into universal themes within the music, making every episode a personal and engaging exploration.
2023-09-1000 min