Shows
Hardcore TroubadourThe Saint of YumaJoin us as we take a look at the two records that book-ended Justin Townes Earle's short but incredible career: Yuma and The Saint of Lost Causes. "She'd talk about MississippiStill don't know how it isAny place could be worse than thisIt's hard to believe"2025-06-191h 51
Hardcore TroubadourJTNot an easy listen today, as we explore Steve's tribute to his son Justin Townes Earle. Also, being absolutely gigged out but loving every minute of it. Walk up the FDR with us, singing and clapping our hands.2025-05-291h 22
Hardcore TroubadourWithout Getting Killed or CaughtJoin us as we discuss "Without Getting Killed or Caught," a fantastic documentary about the life of Guy Clark (and Susanna Clark and Townes Van Zandt). Also, Vinnie Stigma, Cincinnati Hardcore, Mahmoud Khalil, and a whole lot of doom with just a little slice of hope.2025-03-202h 04
Hardcore TroubadourWaiting Around To DieWe're talking Townes (Van Zandt) again this week, but this time through his own records and not Steve's interpretations. Also: old man shows, college, and Marian apparitions. So shake the dust off of your wings and the sleep out of your eyes.2024-05-091h 52
Hardcore TroubadourTownesWe're back, after a very brief hiatus, to discuss Steve's 2009 tribute to Townes Van Zandt. RIP Townes. RIP Eddie Sutton. Please lay off the string scratches this time, Tom Morello.2024-04-251h 37
Hardcore TroubadourTogether at the Bluebird CafeOn September 3rd, 1995, three of the best to ever do it got together in a small room south of Downtown Nashville and played some songs. We are lucky that it was recorded for posterity. Join Steve, Townes, and Guy as we thank the folks who take care of our teeth, especially those of us who can't afford dental insurance. You can floss while you listen.2023-09-281h 21
Take This Pod and Shove It61: "I Don't Care" by Justin Townes Earle, w/ Max FineThis week we're joined by comedian Max Fine (In the Minivan Podcast) to discuss the incredible songwriting and impeccable aesthetics of the late great Justin Townes Earle. Narrowing down which song from Earle's diverse catalog to add to our ongoing playlist was tough, but we settled on one of his earliest songs, the bouncy, minimalist country ditty "I Don't Care" from his debut EP Yuma. We also discuss Justin's famous father Steve Earle, his relationship with Jason Isbell, and how we all did on various standardized tests.For just 5$ a month you can help keep the l...2023-08-221h 24Take This Pod and Shove ItFirst Ever Mailbag Episode & the Jason Aldean ControversyWe asked and you answered: what is your gateway country song? Thanks to everyone who submitted responses. We picked a few of our favorites to share on the podcast. From Townes Van Zandt to Charley Crockett to Billy Ray Cyrus, we got a wide variety of answers!Also, we discuss the national news being made by Jason Aldean's new pop country-meets-butt rock song, "Try That in a Small Town," which has earned millions of plays after the video was cut from CMT for being racist. (Spoiler: we think Aldean is a pandering phony, and the song and...2023-07-251h 05
Hardcore TroubadourHeartworn HighwaysJoin us as we discuss the 1976 documentary "Heartworn Highways" and ask the tough questions: Was Riley Gale a Townes Van Zandt fan? Is David Allan Coe a poseur? Will we get off this LA freeway without getting killed or caught?2023-04-131h 47
Talk To Me Tyler T!Not Goodbye, but See You Later.I know you guys haven’t heard from me in awhile. life has been taking me for a ride. I wanted to come here & share some things that have been going on.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talktometylert/support2022-11-0249 minTake This Pod and Shove It36: "Pancho & Lefty" by Townes Van Zandt, w/ Chris CanterburyThis week we talk to country singer Chris Canterbury (new album Quaalude Lullabies out now!) about one of his major musical influences, the late great Townes Van Zandt! In addition to adding the storytelling classic "Pancho & Lefty" to our Ultimate Country Playlist, we discuss Van Zandt's growing legacy, using sparse production to best serve a song, and the power and attraction of sad songs.Get bonus episodes, blog posts, and more by supporting us on Patreon HERE! (The more patrons we have, the more bonus episodes we release! Thanks for your support!)Chris Canterbury...2022-09-261h 16