
The Paper Shakers Podcast
Join two guys in a band as they discuss their favorite records... over a few beers!
Episodes
41 episodes
44. Christmas songs 2024/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1974
The boys once again count down their top 5 favorite albums released 50 years ago! Also, find out if Nolan can take Frosty in a fight?ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on
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2:20:15
43. Christmas Songs 2023/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1973 - Featuring Ryan! (Our Drummer)
The boys are back for the best (and only) episode of the year! They talk Christmas things and try to avoid spoiling each other's top 5 albums of 1973. But they do spoil Breaking Bad (again).ENJOY music on
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2:04:05
42. Christmas Songs 2022/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1972
It's that time of year again! The boys return for another holiday special in which they discuss favorite songs written for Christmas movies (kinda) and count down their top 5 albums of 1972 (kinda)! *contains Breaking Bad spoilersENJOY ...
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2:17:02
41. Pinkerton - Weezer
The boys finally get back to Weezer and decide that maybe they aren't mad at them anymore?? Also, a new, sleeker (easier?) format is introduced.ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize ...
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1:05:21
40. Christmas Songs 2021/Get Back/Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1971
The boys take a sabbatical from their hiatus to do an action-packed, combo holiday episode! ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on Fac...
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1:36:52

39. Déjà Vu - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
The boys accidentally celebrate the belated 50th anniversary of CSN(and sometimes Y)'s beloved second album along with the rest of the world. Also, Carol Channing comes up??ENJOY music on B...
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1:41:04
38. Freak Out! - The Mothers of Invention
Rob and Nolan get weird and wild with Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention's debut album. Exactly how much can Nolan take? We'll find out!ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on...
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2:11:05
37. MODERN MUSIC MUNCH - TRAMP STAMPS
This week, Rob and Nolan check out a new band that's been the subject of much controversy. Spoiler Alert: We kinda love 'em. Should we love 'em?ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIAL...
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35. Pet Sounds - The Beach Boys
Rob and Nolan admire production masterwork by Brian Wilson on his crowning achievement - Pet Sounds. Other pet sounds are also discussed in depth.ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALiz...
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2:12:58
34. Licensed to Ill - Beastie Boys
This week, Rob and Nolan discuss the debut album by legendary rap (rock?) trio, The Beastie Boys. It's time to get ill!ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on
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1:56:35

33. Untitled (Led Zeppelin IV) - Led Zeppelin
Rob and Nolan dive into the amazing untitled album known to the world as “Led Zeppelin IV”. Also, Greedo’s parting words are discussed.ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on
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1:55:37
32. In the Aeroplane Over the Sea - Neutral Milk Hotel
Join Rob and Nolan as the navigate the twisty landscape of Neutral Milk Hotel's 1998 masterpiece. Also, the boys resort to low brow humor when things get a little dark. Can ya blame 'em?ENJOY music on
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1:50:22
30. Dookie - Green Day FEATURING RYAN (Our Drummer)
Rob and Ryan revert to childhood as Nolan looks on. Also, probably the best pop punk album of all time is discussed in rose-colored detail.ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize o...
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2:01:31
29. Our Top 5 Albums of the Year: 1970
Eager to leave 2020 behind? Join the boys on a journey through 1970 and a whole lotta solo Beatles records. Happy New Year!ENJOY music on BandcampSOCIALize on
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1:19:24
28. Christmas Songs 2020
The boys take some time off from discussing albums to talk Christmas songs! What's YOUR favorite? Happy Holidays from all of us at The Paper Shakers!ENJOY music on BandcampS...
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1:12:53
27. Purple Rain - Prince
This week, the boys delve into the music of the artist formerly known as "The Artist Formerly Known as Prince". Purple Rain just might transcend their mutual distaste for '80s record production!ENJOY music on
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1:58:37
25. Ramones (Self-Titled) - Ramones
Gabba gabba hey! The boys discuss the album that started punk rock. There are absolutely no doubts or conflicting opinions about that. Also, Rob and Nolan touch on the nuanced world of glue eating and/or sniffing.ENJOY music on
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1:49:41
24. Fall/Halloween Favorites (Featuring BRIWEEKLY)
This week, Rob and Nolan are joined by their dear friend Brian of the BRIWEEKLY podcast. Together, they discuss their favorite fall and Halloween albums. Also, Nolan takes us on a "dies irae" deep dive. Don't get scared, now!ENJOY music...
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1:33:20
23. More Adventurous - Rilo Kiley
The boys cover their second album from the early aughts - Rilo Kiley's 2004 indie rock gem, "More Adventurous"! Witness Rob and Nolan make a foolhardy attempt to decipher the lyrics. Spoiler Alert: Nolan passes away!ENJOY musi...
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1:58:54

22. At Folsom Prison - Johnny Cash
This week, the boys make their first leap into the world of LIVE albums with Johnny Cash's masterpiece - At Folsom Prison. Also, Rob and Nolan's curious pop culture blindspots are discussed.ENJOY music on
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2:01:56

20. Nevermind - Nirvana
This week, the boys discuss an album that defined the "bored generation". The album that changed everything... For us? Also, Little Shop of Horrors is mentioned and Ben Affleck is erroneously derided!ENJOY music on
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2:19:19

19. Odessey and Oracle - The Zombies
The boys chat about an album that flopped upon initial release, only to become one of the most influential and beloved records of the sixties. Also, Rob and Nolan implore the general public to not touch each other. Ever!ENJOY music on <...
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1:59:24

Bonus! Gimme Ten Kisses - The Paper Shakers
A special treat! This week, the boys take some time out to chat about the first full-length The Paper Shakers released in 2016.Containing some of their proudest moments as songwriters and a batch of effective cover songs, Gimme Ten Kiss...
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