Playlist of Our Lives

Eva Esqueda
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  • WEEKLY SERIES

Playlist of Our Lives analyzes music and the reasons why certain songs resonate with us. Each week, I invite a new guest to share one or two songs that they love to listen to and we dig into why they feel such a deep connection to their musical selections.

Season 1

  1. EPISODE 2

    Musical Magic and Squirrels

    In this episode of Playlist of Our Lives, my guest Natalie and I delve into two of her current favorite songs and why they both resonate with her. Natalie and I explore her love–and my curiosity–for musicals by dissecting the lyrics and the reasons why she feels so connected to these songs. Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Songs referenced in this episode: i'm confident that i'm insecure - Lawrence Something Good - Julie Andrews Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  2. EPISODE 3

    Bruno Mars and Fencing

    On this episode of Playlist of Our Lives, I'm joined by fellow fencer Logan Kleva to talk about two of his favorite songs. We dive into our various musical preferences and discuss the catchy nature of the songs he chose to share. Episode Credits: Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Special Guest: Logan Kleva Songs Referenced in this Episode: 505 - The Arctic Monkeys When I Was Your Man - Bruno Mars Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  3. EPISODE 4

    Taylor Swift and Build-A-Bear

    On this episode of Playlist of Our Lives, I'm joined by my friend Lindsay to speak on a couple of her favorite songs by Taylor Swift and Olivia Rodrigo. We also talk about both of our experiences of having gone to different Taylor Swift concerts and the nostalgia of those times. Songs Referenced in this Episode: Exile (feat. Bon Iver) by Taylor Swift Favorite Crime - Olivia Rodrigo Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  4. EPISODE 5

    Arctic Monkeys and New Discoveries

    On this episode, I invite my friend Shabrina to tell us about two songs that she has been listening to a lot in the past week. While discussing the power of storytelling in these songs as well as others, we discover new things about our tastes in various forms of media. Episode Credits: Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Special Guest: Shabrina Songs Referenced in this Episode: Mastermind - Taylor Swift Why'd You Only Call Me When You're High - Arctic Monkeys Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  5. EPISODE 6

    Madison Cunningham and the Power of Music

    In this episode, Harrison and I analyze the various musical elements of two Madison Cunningham songs. In doing so, we delve into music's ability to transport the listener and how we, personally, view the musical creative process. Episode Credits Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Special Guest: Harrison Fortenbaugh Songs referenced in this episode: Sunshine Over the Counter - Madison Cunningham Anywhere - Madison Cunningham Listen to the official Playlist of Our Lives playlist on Spotify Subscribe to this podcast and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get podcasts! Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  6. EPISODE 7

    Looking Back with Frank Sinatra

    On this episode, I invite my grandma on to explain her two song choices for this week. We dwell on the importance of these songs in her life and their power to inspire and imagine. Episode Credits Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda  Cover artwork by Eva Esqueda Special Guest: Cheryl Stern Songs referenced in this episode: My Way - Frank Sinatra Our House - Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young Listen to the official Playlist of Our Lives playlist on Spotify Subscribe to this podcast and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get podcasts! Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  7. EPISODE 8

    Taylor Swift v. Bruno Mars

    On this special episode of Playlist of Our Lives, I invite Lindsay and Logan back on to debate about who's the better artist: Taylor Swift or Bruno Mars? Using stats, records broken, and exemplary songs by each artist, the two duel it out while I mediate their conversation. Episode Credits Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Cover artwork by Eva Esqueda Special Guests: Lindsay Orellana, Logan Kleva, Griffin Harris Songs referenced in this episode: Grenade - Bruno Mars Locked Out of Heaven - Bruno Mars Come Together - The Beatles Gravity - John Mayer Campfire Song Song - Spongebob Squarepants Goofy Goober Rock - Spongebob Squarepants We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together - Taylor Swift Closing Time - Semisonic Fireball - Pitbull 22 - Taylor Swift august - Taylor Swift September - Earth, Wind, and Fire Free Fallin' - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers" Listen to the official Playlist of Our Lives playlist on Spotify Subscribe to this podcast and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get podcasts! Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  8. EPISODE 9

    Two Door Cinema Club and Goodbye

    In this season finale episode of Playlist of Our Lives, Lindsay and Griffin return to speak on their end-of-semester song choices. We also dwell on how the semester went as a whole and say farewell to our new graduate Griffin! Episode Credits Playlist of Our Lives is hosted by Eva Esqueda Cover artwork by Eva Esqueda Special Guests: Lindsay Orellana and Griffin Harris Songs Referenced in this Episode Undercover Martyn - Two Door Cinema Club get him back - Olivia Rodrigo Dog Days Are Over - Florence + The Machine Listen to the official Playlist of Our Lives playlist on Spotify and subscribe to this podcast and leave a review on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get podcasts! Discover more WMNJ and DUPA content at wmnjradio.com, duparchive.org, or wherever you get podcasts!

  • 8 Episodes

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About

Playlist of Our Lives analyzes music and the reasons why certain songs resonate with us. Each week, I invite a new guest to share one or two songs that they love to listen to and we dig into why they feel such a deep connection to their musical selections.

Information

  • Creator
    Eva Esqueda
  • Episodes
    8
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023 Eva Esqueda
  • Show Website
    Playlist of Our Lives