WHEEL OF RANDY - A Randy Newman Podcast

Dan Wade
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A Randy Newman discussion podcast. Every episode, Dan and a guest discuss two Randy Newman songs - one chosen by the guest, one chosen at random. Spin the WHEEL OF RANDY!

  1. May 2

    Fred Asparagus --- My Little Buttercup with Brian Just

    Buckle Up, Buttercup. Resident Themeweaver Brian Just joins Dan to talk about Randy Newman's contributions to !Three Amigos! (1986). We break down Randy's role on the movie, as well as Brian's latest album Countryside. Plus we get into barbershop quartets, swedish cover bands, Andy Kindler, and Randy's fame-meter. Plus, we de-chipmunkify the Singing Bush. Then Brian SPINS THE WHEEL! Remember that, old-timers? And this week's cover is....special.

    Fred Asparagus --- My Little Buttercup with Brian Just

  2. Mar 23

    We Love a Big Swing - Cop Rock with Julie Klausner

    Dan is Starstruck! The incomparable Julie Klausner (YES! THAT JULIE KLAUSNER!) spins the wheel as we go song-by-song through episode one of Cop Rock. And Cop Rock is....well hell, son. You know what Cop Rock is. This is a can't miss episode!

    We Love a Big Swing - Cop Rock with Julie Klausner

  3. Mar 14

    Smooth Out the Evil - Shame with Raymond Miller

    Author, world traveler, and life-long friend Raymond Miller takes a spin. We talk about the thrills of building a cookbook with his mother, the challenges of writing for villains, and his almost-moment with the Little Rock Nine. Then we talk about "Shame", Randy's monologue for an aging lover who's wrestling with the remnants of what used to be a conscience. Then Dan picks a fight with Dr. Hook. Thanks Raymond! See you soon. SHOW LINKS: www.raymondmiller.com www.wilmajeanmiller.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXD-Uz8lkU0

    Smooth Out the Evil - Shame with Raymond Miller

  4. 12/14/2025

    Uneasy Menace - Last Night I Had A Dream with Owen Ashworth

    Owen Ashworth (Advance Base, Casiotone for the Painfully Alone) joins Dan on a "Kind of Christmas-y" episode of Wheel of Randy. Dan once again walks the sycophantic tightrope, trying to express his extreme fandom without scaring poor Owen. We discuss Owen's Christmas songs, his 2024 album Horrible Occurrences, and some of his many covers over the years, including our mutual respect for Bill Fox. Plus Huey Lewis and juicy Antarctic history! Owen chose "Last Night I Had A Dream", Randy's cryptic (or maybe just meaningless) dream, which Randy absolutely flies through on his 1971 live album. Owen walks me through the intricacies of telling a story in so few words, as well as the roller coaster of emotions that album puts the audience through. Then Dan discovers Fanny. (Sorry UK folks) Check out Owen at advancebase.bandcamp.com Songs from this episode: From Randy Newman Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C_jg9ayxyjg From Sail Away: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tXHBGnGf1g This Week's Cover -- Fanny: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDH2N7RCNwI&list=RDjDH2N7RCNwI&start_radio=1 Merry Christmas, Wheelies! Dan

    Uneasy Menace - Last Night I Had A Dream with Owen Ashworth

  5. 01/24/2025

    The Real Tulsa King - Lover's Prayer with Evan Hughes

    Evan Hughes, the godfather of Tulsa Comedy, joins us on the Wheel. Dan and Evan talk about the complications of the modern comedy scene, the synergy between OKC and Tulsa creatives, and the challenges of performing as a problematic character. Then we talk about Randy's incel anthem, Lover's Prayer. TULSA PEOPLE! My next show is February 10, 6:30 pm at Saied Music South, 9320 E 71st Street. Hector Ultreras is opening, and the show is free! It's gonna be a hootenanny. Thanks Evan! You're the best.

    The Real Tulsa King - Lover's Prayer with Evan Hughes

  6. 09/30/2024

    The Concatenator -- Billy Jonas on Potholes

    It's not often that Dan gets star-struck, but Billy Jonas is the exception. For 3 decades, Billy has turned both folk music and children's music on their ear, creating a gentle but principled sound that encourages everyone to find their own voice and claim their musical birthright. Dan is a big fan, and you will be too. Billy breaks down Randy's "Potholes", a lament on growing old, complete with ex-wives, weird fathers, and childhood trauma. Trust me, it's more fun than it sounds. Parental guide: This episode is rated G, although the song itself (Potholes) does include some adult language. Thanks Billy! You're the best!

    The Concatenator -- Billy Jonas on Potholes

  7. 09/06/2024

    Burn the Goat! George Korein on I'm Dead (But I Don't Know It)

    Spleen the Wheel? Is that anything? Fellow WPRB enthusiast George Korein takes a spin. We talk about the difference between making music before and after your 20s, bizarre Swedish Christmas rituals, and a new spin on PANTS (a song I thought I had analyzed to death). Then we take on the Don Henley - inspired "I'm Dead", and the audacity of not being young. Thanks George!

    Burn the Goat! George Korein on I'm Dead (But I Don't Know It)

  8. 08/17/2024

    Funerary Subversion - Joel Muchmore on Song For The Dead

    Welcome back, Wheelies. If you don't know Joel, you're in for a treat. This guy knows his stuff, and I can see why Mrs. Wheel formed a friendship with him way back when. We break down the bummer of a song "Song For The Dead" and how it stands out from the glut of "Vietnam was sad, actually" rock songs. Want a fun activity? Break out a spreadsheet while you listen and list all the bands we discuss. Then send it to me. wheelofrandy@gmail.com Thanks Joel! Content Warning: Racial Slur in the song (but not in the podcast).

    Funerary Subversion - Joel Muchmore on Song For The Dead
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A Randy Newman discussion podcast. Every episode, Dan and a guest discuss two Randy Newman songs - one chosen by the guest, one chosen at random. Spin the WHEEL OF RANDY!

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