The Perfect Song For ... a podcast about the perfect song

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The Perfect Song For ... a podcast about the perfect song

A lighthearted bi-weekly podcast in which we talk about a bunch of songs which are perfect for some occasion and or situation. Ultimately we choose one song which is ... the prefect song. Along the way we agree, disagree and discuss the structure, the character, history and the quirks of the songs - as far as we know them. Please let us know if you agree, disagree or have your own song proposals at ... perfectsongfor.gmail.com

  1. EPISODE 1

    ThePerfectSongFor ... podcast about the perfect song

    This is the first episode of our podcast where we, journalists, music writers and friends, discuss songs that come to mind when you think of a idea or situation. This time the situation is the ideal songs for a podcast about the perfect song!

    37 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    The Perfect Song For ... recovering from an operation

    Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen discuss the perfect post-operation musical remidy. You get out of hospital, you get home, what song do you put on? Are you feeling the need for up-liftment and healing, or are you, like Fred, still dreaming about the nurse. Find out in our podcast; full versions of the songs in Spotify and Apple playlists; email us your suggestions and alternatives at perfectsongfor@gmail.com

    41 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    The Perfect Song For ... impressing a sceptical companion on a road trip

    You are on a road trip with a friend. There is some competition about what everyone should listen to, with some slight, passive-aggressive overtones. You need to play something that will impress your friend/s and settle the argument, but what song would that be? Here are six songs to choose from and our favourite. Email us at perfectsongfor@gmail.com if you agree, disagree or have your own suggestions. The full songs are on Spotify and Apple Music playlists.

    38 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    The Perfect Song For ... bracing yourself for a tough situation

    Its unpleasant, but there is no way out - you've gotta do it. But you need a song which will pump you up, make you feel good, motivate you, and push you over the hump. But what is the perfect song for facing up to a difficult situation? Listen up. Hosts Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen are joined by author Jo-anne Richards. As usual, full songs on Spotify and Apple music; email us on perfectsongfor@gmail.com, X is @PerfectSongFor_

    41 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    The Perfect Song For ... recovering from a robbery

    You've been robbed! Literally. You feel upset, invaded, violated and ... well ... poorer. What music do you listen to now? How do you bounce back? Journalists and music writers Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen have some suggestions. Email = perfectsongfor@gmail.com; X = theperfectsongfor_ ; Insta = @theperfectsongfor ; full songs on Spotify and Apple Music playlists.

    43 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    ThePerfectSongFor ... closing time

    You own a bar, and things are getting rowdy; its time to close. But what song do you put on? You have a house party, but its getting late and the neighbours are complaining, the cops are prowling and you have to close things down. What do you put on the sound system? You own a club, same thing, last song. Music writers Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen provide some options, and choose the perfect song for ... closing time. E: perfectsongfor@google.com X: @perfectsongfor_ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/perfectsongfor?

    40 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    ThePerfectSongFor ... subtle flirting

    There is a feeling .. or is there? You think their may be, you hope there is, this may be it! You want to test to see if the feeling is reciprocated. What would the perfect song be if you want to flirt ... but carefully. With subtlety. This week Fred de Vries, and Tim Cohen are joined by special guest, Fizz Carr, co-author of The River Cottage Family Cookbook. Did we hit the right note? perfectsongfor@gmail.com @perfectsongfor #perfectsongfor #fizzcarr

    41 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    ThePerfectSongFor .. getting high

    Music and drugs have a long and varied history, but what is the perfect song to enjoy while you are high. The presenters, Fred de Vries and Tim Cohen have no personal experience in this regard, but they have friends, associates ... some close, some distant, who may have indulged a bit, from time to time. And they have advised on ThePerfectSongFor ... getting high. Contact us with your preferences on perfectsongfor@gmail.com and for support to make and market this podcast and take on more guests, www.patreon.com/ThePerfectSongFor

    48 min
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A lighthearted bi-weekly podcast in which we talk about a bunch of songs which are perfect for some occasion and or situation. Ultimately we choose one song which is ... the prefect song. Along the way we agree, disagree and discuss the structure, the character, history and the quirks of the songs - as far as we know them. Please let us know if you agree, disagree or have your own song proposals at ... perfectsongfor.gmail.com

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