Episodes

Feb. 6, 2024

Hidden Wilco

How well do you know Wilco? Because you are listening to this podcast, you probably know the band very well. But, in this episode, Todd and Tim reach into the vault and share some of their favorite "hidden" Wilco songs. Grant...

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Dec. 15, 2023

Ho Ho Ho, More Wilco! A Completely Made Up Wilco Christmas Album

Welcome to the Shoving Wilco podcast's special Christmas episode! Join hosts Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold as they embark on a festive and imaginative journey, dreaming up a unique Christmas-themed album by Wilco. Yes, Todd a...

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Nov. 22, 2023

Ben Dudley on Free Guitars 4 Kids and the Theology of Wilco

Welcome to another episode of the "Shoving Wilco" podcast. In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome a very special guest, Ben Dudley, with Free Guitars 4 Kids . This incredible organization operates on a powerful belief: ev...

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Nov. 10, 2023

Tuning into the Fanbase: Diane Kyrus

We've all been to the Facebook group A Shot in the Arm . Whether you want to learn, share, or debate, the page is there for thousands of Wilco fans. In this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd Rossnagel visits with Diane Kyrus. Ky...

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Oct. 10, 2023

Breaking Down Cousin

In this episode, we dive headfirst into Wilco's 13th studio album, "Cousin," a record that's already stirring up quite the buzz in the music world. Joined by fellow Wilco aficionado and music enthusiast Tim Arnold, we're goin...

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Sept. 22, 2023

Previewing Cousin: A Conversation with John Mulvey

In this episode of the "Shoving Wilco" podcast, host Todd Rossnagel welcomes John Mulvey, the esteemed editor of the renowned UK music magazine MOJO . The focus of their conversation? Wilco's highly anticipated new album, "Co...

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Sept. 18, 2023

Wilco Posters! A Conversation with Matthew Pfahlert

To see the posters we reference in this episode, go here . _____ If you are a Wilco fan, you likely have a few posters! In this special episode of "Shoving Wilco," host Todd Rossnagel delves into the captivating world of post...

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Aug. 29, 2023

"I Was Connected to This Music" Philip Mann on Wilco

In this episode of "Shoving Wilco," Todd Rossnagel visits with special guest Philip Mann to explore the profound connection between Wilco fans and the band's music. They delve into the unique aspects of Wilco's artistic journ...

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Aug. 16, 2023

Learning How to Die: A Conversation with Greg Kot

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd visits with the venerable rock critic and author Greg Kot to unpack his phenomenal book, "Wilco: Learning How to Die." In this thought-provoking episode, Greg Kot, known for his insightf...

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Aug. 1, 2023

New Wilco! We Catch Up with WXRT's Marty Lennartz

WE HAVE NEW WILCO!!!! In this breaking news episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold sit down with the legendary radio personality Marty Lennartz from WXRT Radio in Chicago, Illinois. Marty had the privilege of...

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July 28, 2023

A Conversation with Paul Suwan, Wilco Superfan, Part 2

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, host Todd Rossnagel catches up with the legendary "Wilco Superfan," Paul Suwan, for part 2 of their conversation. Renowned for his contributions to the Via Chicago forum, Paul's undying devot...

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July 27, 2023

A Conversation with Paul Suwan, Wilco Superfan, Part 1

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, host Todd Rossnagel catches up with none other than Paul Suwan, the legendary "Wilco Superfan." Todd and Paul dive into the life and experiences of the man who's been dubbed the most dedicate...

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July 19, 2023

Wilcopedia: A Conversation with Daniel Cook Johnson

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd sits down with Daniel Cook Johnson, an author based in Raleigh, NC. Johnson's book, Wilcopedia, is the ultimate companion to the music of Wilco. The book explores much of the Wilco canon...

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July 13, 2023

Photographing Wilco: A Conversation with Charles Harris, Part 2

We are back with Charles Harris , a professional photographer who has photographed dozens of Wilco concerts over the years. In this episode of Shoving Wilco, Todd Rossnagel continues his conversation with Charles, exploring t...

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July 6, 2023

Photographing Wilco: A Conversation with Charles Harris, Part 1

In this episode of Shoving Wilco," a podcast dedicated to celebrating the music and legacy of Wilco, we visit with legendary photographer Charles Harris. For over two decades, Charles has been documenting the band's journey t...

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June 29, 2023

4th Quarter: Embracing the Past to Propel Forward

Welcome back to another episode of Shoving Wilco, the podcast that celebrates the music of Wilco. In this episode, we continue to traverse through the discography of Wilco. Host Todd Rossnagel and guest Tim Arnold break down ...

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June 28, 2023

3rd Quarter: Shifting the Wilco Sound

In this episode of Shoving Wilco, host Todd Rossnagel is joined by Tim Arnold and they continue to traverse their way through the Wilco discography. In this episode, they discuss three of Wilco's most acclaimed albums: Wilco ...

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May 23, 2023

Halftime: The Theology of A Shot in the Arm

In this episode, host Todd Rossnagel takes a break from the journey through the discography of Wilco to discuss the theology of Wilco. He is joined by Rev. Chad Brooks, a pastor in the Louisiana Conference of the United Metho...

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April 20, 2023

2nd Quarter: The Golden Years

Welcome back to Shoving Wilco! In this episode, entitled "2nd Quarter: The Golden Years," Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold continue their journey through the Wilco discography. This time, they're breaking down some of the band's...

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April 7, 2023

1st Quarter: The Early Years

In this episode of "Shoving Wilco," Todd Rossnagel and Tim Arnold engage in a comprehensive analysis of the initial three albums of Wilco, namely, "AM," "Being There," and "Summerteeth." Employing the methodology of "Start, B...

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March 30, 2023

The Soundtrack of Our Lives

Lets Talk Wilco! Join Todd Rossnagel and his good friend, Tim Arnold, as they dive into the sound of Wilco in this episode of Shoving Wilco, a podcast celebrating the music of Wilco. Wilco has been creating music since the mi...

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Feb. 7, 2023

Shoving Wilco

Hi everyone, and welcome to Shoving Wilco - a podcast celebrating the music of Wilco. My name is Todd Rossnagel, and I live in Louisiana - just outside of Baton Rouge, LA, and — as you might have guessed, I am a big fan of Wi...

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