Episodes

June 20, 2025

Bob Mehr & the HiFi Resurrection of A.M.

In this episode of Shoving Wilco , we sit down with music journalist and author Bob Mehr to explore the HiFi resurrection of Wilco’s debut album, A.M. . Thirty years after its original release, A.M. is getting the audiophile ...

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May 30, 2025

Behind the Album Covers: Wilco’s Visual Identity

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, we're thrilled to sit down once again with artist Matthew Pfahlert , who brings a unique perspective to the iconic world of Wilco’s album covers. Matthew, renowned for his poster designs for ...

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April 24, 2025

The Song Was Written for Me (And Maybe You Too)

In this episode of Shoving Wilco , host Todd Rossnagel sits down with fellow Wilco devotee and music industry veteran Chris Campbell, whose YouTube channel is a treasure trove of insight on vinyl, alt-country, and, of course,...

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March 31, 2025

A Conversation with Mikael Jorgensen

On this episode of Shoving Wilco, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold sit down with Wilco’s longtime keyboardist, Mikael Jorgensen . From his early days joining the band to what it's like prepping for a major tour, Mikael sha...

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Feb. 28, 2025

The Kintsugi of Wilco – Breaking and Rebuilding with Saby Reyes-Kulka…

What happens when a band tears apart its own music only to rebuild it into something even more powerful? Music journalist Saby Reyes-Kulkarni ( PopMatters, Pitchfork, SPIN, Billboard ) joins us to explore Wilco’s art of decon...

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Feb. 21, 2025

The Egg That Hatched a Classic: The Visual Story of A Ghost Is Born

Wilco’s A Ghost Is Born is an album wrapped in mystery, experimentation, and one of the most strikingly simple album covers in rock history—a single white egg. In this episode, we sit down with photographer Michael Schmelling...

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Feb. 3, 2025

A Ghost Is Born Again: Bob Mehr on Wilco’s Masterpiece

Two-time Grammy-winning writer Bob Mehr joins the show to take us inside the making of A Ghost Is Born and the long-awaited deluxe edition box set, which arrives February 7, 2025. Mehr, who penned the liner notes for this box...

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Dec. 23, 2024

What We Listened to in 2024

In this episode, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold share what they have listened to in 2024. Todd shares some new artists that caught his attention, and Tim shares some artists that might not be new, but they might be new t...

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Nov. 22, 2024

A Ghost is Reborn: Breaking Down the 20th Anniversary Reissue

In this episode, Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold dive into the exciting news of the upcoming 20th-anniversary deluxe edition of Wilco's iconic album A Ghost Is Born . They explore what we know so far about the reissue, includin...

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Nov. 17, 2024

The Night Wilco Took Stage: Celebrating Their First Show

Join hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold as they take a deep dive into a pivotal moment in Wilco history: their very first live show on November 17, 1994, at Cicero’s in St. Louis. Performing as "Black Shampoo," Wilco debuted...

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Nov. 7, 2024

Wilco on Vinyl

In this episode of Shoving Wilco , Todd, and Tim dive into the analog warmth and timeless allure of vinyl records, specifically Wilco’s discography on wax. Joined by Mark Shaw, Jr., a vinyl aficionado who has meticulously stu...

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Sept. 20, 2024

Fantasy Set List

What do you get when you cross fantasy football with the creation of a Wilco setlist? You get this episode! Todd Rossnagel, Tim Arnold, Dara Weyna, and Chad Brooks design the ultimate Wilco set list through a fantasy football...

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Aug. 9, 2024

Peter Blackstock on No Depression, Wilco, and the Alt-Country Revolut…

In this episode of the Shoving Wilco podcast, host Todd Rossnagel and co-host Tim Arnold sit down with Peter Blackstock, co-founder of the influential music magazine No Depression. Peter shares his experiences from the early ...

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July 29, 2024

Greg Kot Rejoins the Show

One conversation is not enough! Greg Kot is back by popular demand. We hop into the time machine and discuss what was happening in Wilco world thirty years ago this summer. We discuss the break-up of Uncle Tupelo, the recordi...

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July 15, 2024

The Ultimate Wilco Album Debate with Al Shipley

In this episode of Shoving Wilco , we dive into an engaging conversation with Al Shipley, a music journalist who recently ranked all Wilco albums for Spin magazine . Al passionately argues for Sky Blue Sky as the best Wilco a...

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June 30, 2024

More on the Deep Cuts Show at Solid Sound

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, host Todd Rossnagel shares his thoughts on the Deep Cuts show at the 2024 Solid Sound. Dara Weyna called in to the show to share her thoughts, as well. Dara is at her first Solid Sound and sh...

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June 28, 2024

First Listen: Hot Sun Cool Shroud

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold review the new Wilco EP, Hot Sun Cool Shroud. The new EP came out on June 28th, and the hosts wasted no time jumping into the studio and sharing their thou...

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June 17, 2024

There's a Wilco Song for Everything; A Conversation with Dara Weyna

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, we visit with Dara Weyna, a huge Wilco fan and a dedicated listener of The Shoving Wilco podcast. Dara shares her journey to becoming a huge fan of the band and how she believes, "There's a W...

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June 4, 2024

Back in the Saddle, New Wilco Music!

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold dive into the latest developments in the world of Wilco - the announcement of new music! No, they don't have a sneak listen but - hey - let's talk about it...

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April 5, 2024

The Final Four

And it all comes down to this! You've voted and the results are in - the Final Four songs of the All-Time, Indisputable, totally-Your-Own Opinion, Greatest Songs of Wilco Bracket. Host Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold break down...

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March 28, 2024

Sweet Sixteen

Click here for the bracket! In this episode of the "Shoving Wilco" podcast, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold provide an update on the ongoing competition: The All-Time, Indisputable, Totally-Your-Own-Opinion, Greatest Song...

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March 17, 2024

March Madness! The All-Time, Indisputable, Totally-Your-Own-Opinion, …

In an episode that promises to spark debates and ignite passions among fans, Shoving Wilco hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold undertake the colossal task of assembling a 64-team field for The All-Time, Indisputable, Totally-...

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March 5, 2024

A Conversation with John Stirratt

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold sit down with John Stirratt, the venerable bassist who has been a cornerstone of Wilco since its inception. Stirratt provides an unparalleled glimpse into ...

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Feb. 23, 2024

Cover Me, Wilco!

In this episode of "Shoving Wilco," hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold select a few songs that they believe Wilco could easily cover. Prepare for a surprising mix of tunes that veer off the beaten path. Will Wilco cover thes...

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