Who Cares About the Rock Hall?

A podcast about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame hosted by comedians Joe Kwaczala and Kristen Studard. He's a long-time devotee. She's a skeptic. Join them as he attempts to get her (and their guests) to care about this institution. Proud part of Pantheon - the podcast network for music lovers.

Music History
Music Commentary
Music Interviews
151
Little Feat w/ Peter Ames Carlin
Author Peter Ames Carlin joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall potential of bluesy swamp rock band Little Feat. Peter also talks up his new book Sonic Boom, which chronicles the rise and dominance of Warner Bros. Records during the reign of legendary executive (and Rock Hall inductee himself) Mo Ostin. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
76 min
152
Kate Bush w/ OUR SHADOWY INFORMANT
Joe and Kristen chat with their shadowy Rock Hall informant, once clumsily nicknamed "Deep Purple Throat," about the Rock Hall merits of reclusive and beloved British icon Kate Bush. There's of course a little insider Rock Hall talk, too. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
78 min
153
Mariah Carey w/ Brittny Pierre
Pop culture journalist Brittny Pierre joins Joe and Kristen to talk the Rock Hall merits of '90s pop queen Mariah Carey. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
78 min
154
Link Wray w/ Dana Raidt
Author Dana Raidt joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall merits of "Rumble" guitar god (and subject of her new book) Link Wray. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
75 min
155
Outkast w/ Dr. Regina N. Bradley
Hip-hop scholar Dr. Regina N. Bradley joins Joe & Kristen to discuss the Rock Hall merits of those genre-defying ATLiens Outkast. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
72 min
156
Labelle w/ Craig Seymour
Music journalist Craig Seymour joins Joe and Kristen to talk about the Rock Hall merits of '70s funk-soul pioneers Labelle. We're back to doing artist-focused episodes, baby! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
84 min
157
NomCom Members Sandy Alouete & Karen Glauber
Music industry veterans Sandy Alouete and Karen Glauber join Joe and Kristen to talk about their experiences as current members of the Rock Hall nominating committee. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
55 min
158
2020 Ceremony Season Is Finally Over, Thanks!
At long last, Joe and Kristen close the book on the 2020 Rock Hall inductions and express some thanks. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
15 min
159
Producing the 2020 Inductions w/ Joel Gallen & ...
Director/producer Joel Gallen and "talent executive" Rick Krim join Joe and Kristen to talk about making this year's Rock Hall induction special. Also discussed in this episode is Joel's long history with directing induction ceremonies, as well as what was planned for this year's show before the pandemic hit. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
71 min
160
2020 Induction Special Review w/ Mike & Meghan ...
Creator of the show's logo Mike Lloyd and his multi-talented wife Meghan join Joe and Kristen to review the 2020 Rock Hall induction special on HBO. A rare in-person recording, done outside and distanced! This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
71 min
161
Michael McDonald at Soundcheck
Joe and Kristen wonder what it would be like if the pandemic never happened and specifically, if Michael McDonald got to do a soundcheck ahead of a live induction ceremony. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
15 min
162
What to Expect from the 2020 Induction Special ...
Intrepid Rock Hall reporter Troy Smith (cleveland.com) joins Joe and Kristen to preview the upcoming 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Special. Also discussed in this episode are Troy's experiences in the induction ceremony press room, the curious nature of the Rock Hall Foundation, and of course, the singles category. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
61 min
163
Revisiting Notorious B.I.G. w/ Dr. Todd Boyd
Scholar, author, and documentary mainstay Dr. Todd Boyd joins Joe and Kristen to talk 2020 Rock Hall inductee Notorious B.I.G. Also discussed in this episode are Todd's early days as an MC in Detroit, hip hop's place in the Hall, and giving yourself a nickname. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
63 min
164
Revisiting Nine Inch Nails w/ Daphne Carr
Writer Daphne Carr (Pretty Hate Machine for the 33 ⅓ book series) joins Joe & Kristen to talk about 2020 Rock Hall inductees Nine Inch Nails. Also discussed in this episode is northeastern Ohio, the Experience Music Project, and mall staple retail chain Hot Topic. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
64 min
165
2020 Induction Guest Appearances w/ Andy Greene
Rolling Stone writer Andy Greene joins Joe & Kristen to discuss and speculate about the recently-announced guest appearances for the 2020 induction special. Also discussed in this episode is Andy's history of covering the Hall for Rolling Stone, the new Rolling Stone 500 albums list, and the no-show inductions of Dire Straits and Radiohead. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
67 min
166
Rolling Stone's 500 Best Albums w/ Joey Devine
Joe and Kristen welcome back frequent guest Joey Devine to talk about Rolling Stone magazine's new list of the 500 greatest albums. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
63 min
167
Revisiting Whitney Houston w/ Gerrick Kennedy
Joe and Kristen are joined by music journalist and author Gerrick Kennedy to have a new conversation about 2020 Rock Hall inductee Whitney Houston. Also discussed in this episode is Janet Jackson's induction, the controversial parenting styles of showbiz parents like Joe Jackson and Cissy Houston, and Gerrick's upcoming Whitney Houston book. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
59 min
168
We're Back!
The hiatus is over, and Joe and Kristen are back. They discuss what's on schedule for the next few weeks of the podcast, leading up to the 2020 induction special. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
36 min
169
The 2020 Induction Ceremony Is Not Happening
Joe and Kristen discuss the cancellation of the 2020 Rock Hall induction, as well as some changes the institution itself should be making. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
28 min
170
What's Going On (With Our Show)
Joe and Kristen discuss the future of the podcast.
14 min
171
Quarantine Playlist: Class of 2012
Joe shares with Kristen the next quarantine-themed playlist, featuring one song from each of the 2012 Rock Hall inductees. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
57 min
172
Quarantine Playlist: Class of 2013
Joe shares with Kristen the next quarantine-themed playlist, featuring one song from each of the 2013 Rock Hall inductees. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
50 min
173
Quarantine Playlist: Class of 2014
Joe shares with Kristen the next quarantine-themed playlist, featuring one song from each of the 2014 Rock Hall inductees. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
55 min
174
Quarantine Playlist: Class of 2015
Joe shares with Kristen the next quarantine-themed playlist, featuring one song from each of the 2015 Rock Hall inductees. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
58 min
175
Quarantine Playlist: Class of 2016
Joe shares with Kristen the next quarantine-themed playlist, featuring one song from each of the 2016 Rock Hall inductees. This show is part of Pantheon Podcasts.
49 min