Something About the Beatles
Evergreen PodcastsHosted by award-winning author Robert Rodriguez, Something About The Beatles is an intelligent but entertaining examination of The Beatles' music and career. Smart, funny and surprising - just like the Fab Four.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | MusicMusic InterviewsMusic History | |||
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Sir Paul McCartney, 1t 63, has just completed his Got Back tour of North America. But at the 60th anniversary of Rubber Soul, it's good to look back at how that album marked a turning point in his approach to his primary instrument: the bass. Paul w... more
Thirty years after the first Anthology collection was released, several years after the Special Deluxe Edition (SDEs) series commemorating individual albums became a thing, and on the eve of an unexpected 4th Anthology series installment, we take sto... more
The story of Badfinger is bookended with The Iveys as prequel and the Head First album on the other end, months before the tragic suicide of Pete Ham. We explored the latter with Bob Jackson earlier this year (podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/30... more
Back in May 2025, two hardcore Beatle historians haling from down under came on the show for an analysis of the conventional wisdom regarding Beatles instrumental credits and how, in certain instances, it was found to be lacking. They're back again, ... more
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- Fab. Just fab.
Of all the still-functioning Beatle podcasts this is my go-to for the kind of depth I seek. RR has that winning combination of both knowledgeable and ever-curious, so he is able to constantly harvest new insights from a wide range of contributors.
Long may it run.
Apple Podcasts5andrew shakespeare
Australia10 days ago - Toppermost of the Podders
This is my favorite podcast. Not just favorite Beatle podcast, but my favorite anything podcast. Robert is so well-informed and such a fan and amazing host that every episode is filled with a new take or an interesting guest or a fresh analysis. But you don't have to be a Beatles/Music obsessive to enjoy the episodes. It’s just great storytelling in general and a remarkable show overall. Bravo!!!
Apple Podcasts5Burbank564
United States2 months ago - Love it !!!
My favorite podcast ever.Now l know a lot more about the Fab Four and just love them more!The host is so great🤩🤩
Apple Podcasts5why is every name used?
China4 months ago - By far the most honest and enjoyable podcast on the Beatles!
I discovered this podcast literally by accident in 2019 when I was on the Fabcast facebook page. I had been following that podcast for a year and stumbled upon a SATB episode where Robert was talking to Chip Madinger and Mark Easter about the remastered version of Eight Arms to Hold You. I was hooked from then on. Thank you Robert for providing years of enjoyment with amazing conversations with some of the most knowledgeable Beatles people. I look forward to every episode. Well done!
Apple Podcasts5bleary1971United States5 months ago - Olympiad
I agree that Gary’s comments are often weak and the whole Olympiad thing is kinda silly. But to the guy who took Gary to task for saying that “For you Blue” featured a lap steel (and not just a slide), you are wrong. It absolutely is a lap steel.
Apple Podcasts4notgrochoUnited States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #15 | United States/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #114 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  United Kingdom/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #48 |  Canada/Music/Music History |
Apple Podcasts | #82 | United Kingdom/Music |
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Focused on in-depth explorations of The Beatles' music, legacy, and fan culture, content is vividly animated by knowledgeable guests who share personal anecdotes, professional insights, and historical context. A broad range of topics is covered, from critical analyses of specific Beatles songs and their creators to discussions around the cultural impact of the band and its enduring influence on music and society. Episodes often center on themes such as music innovation, archival releases, and the complexities surrounding Beatles fandom, revealing how the Fab Four's legacy continues to resonate today. The presence of diverse voices, including musicians, authors, and scholars, adds rich layers to the conversations, appealing to both casual fa... more
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1. Rob Collier
2. Arion Salazar
3. Marcus Phelan
4. Andrew Shakespeare
5. Sara Schmidt
6. Allison Bumsted
7. Chuck Gunderson
8. Richard Mills
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