My Favourite Beatles Song (Tim Tucker)
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| 12 Apr 2022 | She Loves You — Dominic Pedler | 00:28:52 | |
Dominic Pedler is a writer, journalist and musician. He is the author of The Songwriting Secrets of the Beatles, in which he reveals fascinating insights into the chords, melodies, harmonies, rhythms and arrangements of The Beatles' self composed songs. | |||
| 23 May 2022 | Don't Let Me Down – Jacob Balcom | 00:38:33 | |
Jacob Balcom is a musician, DJ and co-host of the wonderful Werewolf by Night podcast. He discusses one of John Lennon's most passionate and intimate love songs, Don't Let Me Down. | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Girl – Matt Howell | 00:35:22 | |
Matt Howell is a podcaster, musician and co-host of the Werewolf by Night podcast. He discusses the intriguing and painful paean for a fictional dream partner, John Lennon's Girl from Rubber Soul. | |||
| 29 Jul 2022 | Strawberry Fields Forever — Mark Cunningham | 00:47:28 | |
Mark Cunningham is a music industry author, journalist and designer who got involved with Apple Corps during the Anthology project. In this episode he discusses one of the Beatles' most acclaimed pieces, the mighty Strawberry Fields Forever. | |||
| 29 Aug 2022 | Yes It Is – Jude Southerland Kessler | 00:49:44 | |
Jude Southerland Kessler is the author of a multi-volume Lennon biography. She discusses John's hymn to a love he lost forever, Yes It Is. | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | If I Fell – Gary Van Scyoc | 00:36:36 | |
Gary Van Scyoc was the bass player and songwriter with Elephant's Memory, who played live and recorded with John Lennon and Yoko Ono in the early 1970s. He talks to host Tim Tucker about one of the Beatles' finest ballads, If I Fell. | |||
| 28 Oct 2022 | This Boy – Dafydd Rees | 00:33:50 | |
Dafydd Rees is the author of the Beatles in 1963, a day by day account of an extraordinary 12 months in rock and roll history. Dafydd discusses the sumptuous harmonies and thrilling soulful melody of one of John Lennon's first and finest ballads, This Boy. | |||
| 29 Nov 2022 | A Day in the Life – Alan G. Parker | 00:46:29 | |
Alan G. Parker is an multiple Emmy-nominated director of music documentary films, including It Was Fifty Years Ago Today! The Beatles: Sgt. Pepper and Beyond. He is currently working on Borrowed Time, a feature documentary covering John Lennon's last ten years. Here he discusses one of the Beatles' enduring masterpieces, A Day in the Life. | |||
| 21 Dec 2022 | A Hard Day's Night — Ivor Davis | 00:34:30 | |
Award winning author and journalist Ivor Davis accompanied the Beatles on their first tour of America in 1964. Later, he was present when they met Elvis and Bob Dylan. He reminisces about his time with the band and discusses the hit single and title song from their first movie, A Hard Day's Night. | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | Help! — Jay Bergen | 00:38:16 | |
Trial lawyer and author Jay Bergen was John Lennon's trusted adviser during the Morris Levy litigation in the mid-1970s. He preserved the trial transcript and other related documents, and wrote about his time with John, in his book Lennon, the Mobster & the Lawyer - The Untold Story. In this episode he reminisces about his time with John Lennon and his love for the song Help! Jay's website: https://www.lennonthemobsterandthelawyer.com/jay-bergen Jay on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Jay-Bergen/100076696902857/ Jay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelennonlawyer/ Jay on Twitter: https://twitter.com/theLennonlawyer | |||
| 07 Mar 2023 | Hey Bulldog — Sam Whiles | 00:48:06 | |
Sam Whiles is the host of Paul or Nothing, a podcast all about Paul McCartney. He discusses one of the Beatles' finest rock tunes, Hey Bulldog. | |||
| 30 Mar 2023 | Helter Skelter – Russ Moran | 00:29:05 | |
In this episode, Russ Moran from the Gamma Charge podcast is my guest to discuss The Beatles' sonic rollercoaster Helter Skelter. | |||
| 29 Apr 2023 | Tomorrow Never Knows – Brad Elmore | 00:48:09 | |
Brad Elmore is the writer and director of The Wolfman’s Hammer, Bit and Boogeyman Pop. He discusses his love of the song that ‘kicked down the doors’ between rock and roll and all music that followed.
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| 26 May 2023 | Day Tripper – Guy Pratt | 00:39:52 | |
Guy Pratt has played bass with some of the biggest names in rock and pop, including Pink Floyd, Roxy Music, Iggy Pop, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Elton John. He discusses the Beatles song that 'opened Pandora's Box' for rock musicians, Day Tripper. | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Rain – Daniel Rachel | 00:46:45 | |
Daniel Rachel, musician and award-winning author of the Lost Album of the Beatles, talks about the proto-indie rock masterpiece, Rain. Daniel's website: https://danielrachel.com The Lost Album of the Beatles by Daniel Rachel: https://danielrachel.com/the-lost-album-of-the-beatles/ Daniel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanielRachel69 Daniel on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielrachelbooks | |||
| 31 Jul 2023 | Hey Jude – James Campion | 00:45:42 | |
James Campion, author of Take a Sad Song, the Emotional Currency of Hey Jude, talks about the communal hymn that gave the Beatles their biggest hit single in America. | |||
| 30 Aug 2023 | Eleanor Rigby – Richard D. Driver | 00:42:42 | |
Richard D. Driver is the author of That Was Me: Paul McCartney’s Career and the Legacy of the Beatles. He is the Associate Professor of History at McLennan Community College, where he teaches courses in United States history. | |||
| 29 Sep 2023 | Twist and Shout – David Hepworth | 00:46:57 | |
David Hepworth has been writing, speaking and broadcasting about music since the 1970s. David launched and edited some of the most important music magazines in the UK, including Smash Hits, Q, Mojo and The Word. He was a presenter on the BBC's The Old Grey Whistle Test and the TV anchor for Live Aid in 1985. Website: http://www.davidhepworth.com Word in Your Ear: https://www.wiyelondon.com Word in Your Ear on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WordInYourEar Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidhepworth Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dhepworth/ | |||
| 17 Oct 2023 | Blackbird – Rob Williams | 00:32:34 | |
Rob Williams writes for comics, TV and film. His credits include Suicide Squad, Superman, Amazing Spider-Man, Ghost Rider, Judge Dredd, Doctor Who, Star Wars and Indiana Jones. His first feature film is in production at the time recording.
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| 06 Nov 2023 | I Feel Fine – Joe Kane | 00:30:07 | |
Strap in for a fab journey with Joe Kane, the one-man beat group powerhouse behind The Poppermost. Together we explore the chiming guitars and swinging beat of The Beatles’ classic I Feel Fine.
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| 20 Nov 2023 | She Said She Said – Dr Christine Feldman-Barrett | 00:42:27 | |
Turn up your speakers, we're playing ‘She Said, She Said’ and delving into the magic with Dr Christine Feldman Barrett, author of A Women’s History of the Beatles.
Produced by Tim Tucker | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | All You Need Is Love – Vivek J. Tiwary | 00:37:28 | |
New episode! We get into a love groove with Vivek J. Tiwary, a mastermind in musical entertainment and the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Fifth Beatle. He shares his unique insights on the iconic Beatles song All You Need Is Love and its relevance to the story of Vivek’s hero, Brian Epstein. Website: https://thefifthbeatle.com/graphic-novel/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/fifthbeatle | |||
| 15 Dec 2023 | Free As A Bird – Steve O'Brien | 00:31:52 | |
In 1994, the three surviving Beatles worked on a John Lennon demo to create their first new song in 25 years, Free as a Bird. Writer and author Steve O’Brien discusses his love for arguably the most Beatle-y of Beatles songs.
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| 29 Jan 2024 | Magical Mystery Tour – Steve Matteo | 00:35:18 | |
Steve Matteo, author of "Act Naturally: The Beatles on Film" and "Let It Be" from the 33 1/3 book series, talks about the Beatles’ iconic movie theme song Magical Mystery Tour. Steve’s work has been featured in The New York Times and Rolling Stone, and he’s written engaging liner notes and press releases for artists like The Kinks, Willie Nile, and Lee Scratch Perry.
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| 29 Feb 2024 | Things We Said Today – Debbie Gendler | 00:36:56 | |
Debbie Gendler is a lifelong Beatles fan and writes about her experiences in her new book, I Saw Them Standing There. She was in the studio audience at the historic first Ed Sullivan appearance and met the band personally in 1965. In this episode, Debbie shares her incredible journey and her thoughts on her favourite song, Things We Said Today. Debbie’s website: https://www.debbiegendler.com Buy Debbie’s Book on Amazon (US): https://www.amazon.com/s?k=9781493079742 Buy Debbie’s Book on Barnes & Noble (US): https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/i-saw-them-standing-there-debbie-gendler/1143728408?ean=9781493079742 Buy Debbie’s Book on Amazon (UK): https://www.amazon.co.uk/Saw-Them-Standing-There-Beatlemania/dp/1493079743 | |||
| 29 Mar 2024 | Within You Without You – Sam Whiles | 00:40:34 | |
Sam Whiles is the host of Paul or Nothing, a podcast dedicated to the life and music of Paul McCartney. In this episode, he returns to the show to discuss his current favourite Beatles song, Within You Without You, taking in George Harrison’s exploration of Indian culture and expressions of spirituality through music. Paul or Nothing Podcast: https://mccartneypod.podbean.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/mccartneypod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063627630062 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whiles1/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulornothing773
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatles | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Cry Baby Cry – Chris Matheson | 00:41:03 | |
Chris Matheson, screenwriter of the Bill & Ted movies, joins to discuss Cry Baby Cry. The conversation delves into the track’s mysterious qualities, its thematic connections to childhood and loss, and how it fits into the eclectic mosaic of the White Album.
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| 20 May 2024 | In My Life – Jeff Slate | 00:47:57 | |
Jeff Slate is a multi-talented singer, songwriter, musician, writer, and journalist. His writings have been featured in Rolling Stone magazine, WSJ, the New Yorker, and the Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s box set. He discusses how the Beatles influenced his life and career, and how his appreciation of the song In My Life has changed over the years. Website: https://jeffslatehq.com/home Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffslate/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffslate
X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/myfavebeatles Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MyFavouriteBeatlesSong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myfavouritebeatlessong Original music by Joe Kane Logo design by Mark Cunningham | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds – Jerry Hammack | 00:45:21 | |
Jerry Hammack has written extensively on the Beatles’ recording processes and techniques, providing expert guidance on how today’s musicians can recreate those classic sounds. In this episode, he shares his insights into the Beatles' psychedelic masterpiece, 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds'.
The Beatles Recording Techniques by Jerry Hammack: https://beatlesrecordingtechniques.com The Beatles Recording Reference Manuals by Jerry Hammack: https://www.beatlesrecordingreferencemanuals.com Jerry Hammack’s website: https://jerryhammack.com Jerry on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jerry.hammack.mixing.engineer/ Jerry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerryhammack/
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| 26 Jun 2024 | We Can Work It Out – Jacob Balcom & Matt Howell | 00:48:34 | |
Tim Tucker is joined by returning guests Jacob Balcom & Matt Howell of the Bronze-Age Monsters podcast, to discuss a song that signalled a new direction for the band ahead of the Rubber Soul album. They share personal memories and musical insights covering the song's recording history, thematic elements, and its significance within the Beatles' discography. Bronze-Age Monsters
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| 26 Jul 2024 | Revolution 9 – Adam S. Leslie | 01:00:27 | |
Adam S. Leslie, author of this year’s folk horror sensation Lost in the Garden, delves into the experimental art piece Revolution 9. He discusses why Lennon’s unique take on music concrete works so well, and how it fits within the White album’s dark and varied themes. Adam S. Leslie
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| 12 Aug 2024 | Tell Me Why – Jude Southerland Kessler | 00:35:55 | |
Returning guest, John Lennon biographer Jude Sutherland Kessler provides an in-depth analysis of Tell Me Why. She talks about the song’s emotional and biographical context, and how it relates to John's relationship with his mother, Julia.
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| 26 Aug 2024 | And I Love Her – Bruce Spizer | 00:32:19 | |
Tim is joined by renowned Beatles author and historian Bruce Spizer. Bruce shares his insights into Paul’s classic ballad 'And I Love Her,' exploring its composition, arrangement, evolution and significance. He also talks about his upcoming book 'The Beatles, A Hard Day's Night and More,' highlighting historical perspectives on the album and film, with fan recollections from the time.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brucespizer/
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| 16 Sep 2024 | Penny Lane – Jeff Young | 00:42:21 | |
Tim Tucker is joined by writer and author Jeff Young, who recounts his early memories of the Beatles, growing up in Liverpool during the height of Beatlemania. He reflects on the nostalgic and optimistic qualities of the song Penny Lane, relating it to his own experiences, which he shares in his memoir Ghost Town, and his new book Wild Twin.
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| 27 Sep 2024 | The Word – Chris Shaw | 00:42:20 | |
Chris Shaw has delighted and inspired Beatles fans with his jaunty strolls through Pepperland for the past seven years. Here he discusses The Word, from the Rubber Soul album, highlighting the song's musical intricacies, its biblical lyrical allusions, and its significance as a mid-period Beatles masterpiece. He also touches upon his experience with his own podcast, I Am the Eggpod, and its influence on the Beatles podcasting community.
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| 14 Oct 2024 | Come Together — Xan Brooks | 00:42:24 | |
Xan Brooks, acclaimed author and journalist, joins the podcast to discuss the coiled power of Come Together. He reflects on the track's unique sound, its ambiguous lyrics, and how it foreshadows John Lennon's political activism in the early 1970s. We also talk about Xan's latest novel The Catchers, which explores the early days of popular music and its cultural implications.
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| 28 Oct 2024 | The Fool on the Hill — Stu Arrowsmith | 00:50:47 | |
Tim is joined by Stu Arrowsmith, from the Elvis Costello podcast Dangerous Amusements. They explore The Fool on the Hill, its lyrical mysteries, musical twists, and its potential inspirations. They also analyse Paul McCartney's lyrical and musical prowess, and Stu shares his experience of seeing his hero live and turning down the opportunity to meet him!
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| 11 Nov 2024 | A Taste of Honey – Vikki Reilly | 00:50:42 | |
Vikki Reilly, author of The Beatles 101, takes a journey into the Beatles' cover of A Taste of Honey, showcasing the band's brilliance at interpreting other people's songs while also discussing its many other interpretations and cultural significance.
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| 25 Nov 2024 | You Never Give Me Your Money — Nancy Howie | 00:50:15 | |
YouTuber and multi-instrumentalist Nancy Howie shares her love for You Never Give Me Your Money from the Abbey Road album. She talks about its multiple layers of meaning and effortless shifts between powerful emotions, and notes how it calls back to earlier Beatles music.
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| 09 Dec 2024 | Long, Long, Long — Eoghan Lyng | 00:35:49 | |
Tim is joined by music journalist and author Eoghan Lyng as they delve into George Harrison's gorgeous Long, Long, Long. They discuss the song's creation, its spiritual themes, and the musical and lyrical elements that make it unique in the Beatles' lore.
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| 20 Dec 2024 | Old Brown Shoe — Steven Cockroft | 01:00:51 | |
Tim is joined by Beatles podcaster and broadcaster Steven Cockcroft to explore George Harrison's B-side gem Old Brown Shoe. They examine the song's intricate composition, its clever wordplay, and the distinctive musical elements that make it stand out among Harrison's contributions to the Beatles' catalogue.
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| 13 Jan 2025 | Real Love — Max Comeau | 00:38:33 | |
Tim welcomes podcaster and musician Max Comeau for a heartfelt exploration of Real Love. They examine the song's evolution, from John Lennon's initial demos, to the version completed by Paul, George and Ringo in 1996. They unpack its lyrical simplicity and musical intricacies, from those beautiful descending chords to its layered instrumentation.
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| 27 Jan 2025 | Ticket to Ride — Chris Purcell | 00:50:18 | |
Tim welcomes multi-award-winning documentary director and filmmaker Chris Purcell to talk about the band's 1965 single, Ticket to Ride. They chat about Chris’s Liverpool roots, his early memories of the Beatles, and how he once ended up playing drums on stage with Tony Sheridan. They explore the heavy sound of Ticket to Ride, the use of the 12-string Rickenbacker, and how the track paved the way for new studio techniques. They also celebrate John’s powerful vocal, Paul’s guitar flourishes, and Ringo’s unique drumming.
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| 10 Feb 2025 | You've Got to Hide Your Love Away — Jon Savage | 00:46:15 | |
Tim welcomes author, archivist, and filmmaker Jon Savage to discuss Lennon's folk-tinged You've Got to Hide Your Love Away. They explore the song’s context in 1965, its raw and vulnerable feel, and the hints of Dylan’s influence. Jon also shares his early memories of the Beatles and gives a clear picture of the music scene in the mid‑60s—a time of great change, as pop and rock evolved into something bolder and more experimental.
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| 03 Mar 2025 | I'm Only Sleeping — Antony Rotunno | 00:53:33 | |
Tim is joined by podcaster, musician, and life coach Antony Rotunno to explore John Lennon's dreamy Revolver track 'I'm Only Sleeping,' from its conception on the back of a phone bill to George Harrison's meticulous work on the backward guitar parts. They discuss the song's unique sound textures and how it reflects Lennon's state of mind in 1966.
Antony has also appeared as a guest doing film reviews on Reel Britannia, The Stinking Pause and The Mind Renewed podcasts. Follow My Favourite Beatles Song
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| 17 Mar 2025 | Two of Us — Ian Leslie | 00:41:00 | |
Tim Tucker chats with writer and author Ian Leslie, author of John & Paul: A Love Story in Songs, about the Beatles’ song “Two of Us” and the deep bond between Lennon & McCartney. They talk about the song’s shift from a hard rocker to a gentle, heartfelt tune, and explore how the music they made spoke for them when words fell short.
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| 24 Mar 2025 | She's Leaving Home — Phil Lecomber | 00:45:27 | |
Tim chats with author Phil Lecomber about the Beatles’ unique song “She’s Leaving Home”. They share memories of the band, discuss the song’s dramatic musical style, and explore its rich story. Phil also talks about his new book, Midnight Streets, set in the 1920s in London Soho, and how real voices and working-class tales shape his work.
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| 07 Apr 2025 | Yellow Submarine — Grant McPhee | 00:46:17 | |
Tim chats with film director and writer Grant McPhee about the Beatles song Yellow Submarine. They talk about the song’s fun sound, its strange mix of ideas, and the way it has grown into a song for all ages. Find out more about Grant McPhee and his work
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| 30 Aug 2021 | I Am the Walrus – Scott Rowley | 00:49:57 | |
Scott Rowley is Content Director of Future's Music division, with brands including Classic Rock, Guitar World, Metal Hammer, Guitarist, Prog and Louder. Hosted by Tim Tucker. | |||
| 14 Sep 2021 | Something – Neil West | 00:42:49 | |
Neil West was Head of Music at Apple UK for ten years, when the Beatles' catalogue first appeared on the platform. Hosted by Tim Tucker. | |||
| 28 Sep 2021 | I Want To Hold Your Hand – Janice Mitchell | 00:23:42 | |
Janice Mitchell's new book tells the true story of how at 16 she escaped from a grim foster home in Cleveland in 1964, to run away to London to meet the Beatles. Here she discusses the song that kicked it all off. | |||
| 12 Oct 2021 | Paperback Writer – Neil Crossley | 00:35:34 | |
Neil Crossley is a freelance editor and writer specialising in music, TV and technology. His work has appeared in publications such as The Guardian, The Independent, the FT and The Times. Neil is also a singer-songwriter with the band Furlined and was a member of International Blue, a Scott Walker-influenced ‘pop croon project’ album, produced by Tony Visconti and conceived by Dutch composer Stephen Emmer. Neil co-wrote the song Sleep for England with Stephen Emmer, and the song was covered by Julian Lennon. | |||
| 26 Oct 2021 | Dear Prudence – Luke Smith | 00:41:17 | |
Luke Smith is the ex-frontman for British band Ulysses, who secured major acclaim from the likes of The Guardian and Classic Rock magazine, for their mix of big riffs, glam rock and psychedelic pop. Luke talks about his White Album favourite, a beguiling mix of light and shade that showcases Lennon's raw creativity and McCartney's dazzling craft. | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | The Night Before – Paul Gilbert | 01:05:23 | |
Ex-Mr Big and Racer X guitarist Paul Gilbert celebrates a song from the album and movie Help! discussing its 'naughty' secondary dominants, sweet minor melodies and mysterious 'things' going on. | |||
| 20 Dec 2021 | Happiness is a Warm Gun – Neville Marten | 00:33:05 | |
Neville Marten is the editor of Guitar Techniques magazine. Since 1983 he has played guitar with Marty Wilde & the Wildcats, one of the first generation of British stars to play American rock and roll in the 1950s. Neville discusses the complex masterpiece from the Beatles' White Album, Happiness is a Warm Gun. | |||