84 episodes

The Age Old Question is an insightful and hilarious podcast for the music fan who has ever debated music's unanswerables. Each episode tackles another debate in music fandom ("Is D Minor the saddest of all keys?" "Why do people hate the Eagles?"...). Rich Price and Clint Bierman host and call on friends and experts to help settle them once and for all. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

The Age Old Question: A Podcast for Music Fans Rich Price and Clint Bierman

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The Age Old Question is an insightful and hilarious podcast for the music fan who has ever debated music's unanswerables. Each episode tackles another debate in music fandom ("Is D Minor the saddest of all keys?" "Why do people hate the Eagles?"...). Rich Price and Clint Bierman host and call on friends and experts to help settle them once and for all. Part of Pantheon Podcasts.

    What Is The Greatest Reference To Another Band?

    What Is The Greatest Reference To Another Band?

    In this episode, Rich and Clint celebrate the songs that celebrate other bands - the greatest references that one band or artist makes to another band or artist. Sometimes it's a tribute and act of reverence...sometimes it's a diss and a slam. Bands and artists discussed in this episode include Bruce Springsteen, Wheatus, David Bowie, Phish, Van Morrison, Eminem, Will Smith, Bob Dylan and more.

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    • 39 min
    What Is The Greatest Driving Song?

    What Is The Greatest Driving Song?

    In this episode, Rich and Clint discuss the greatest songs to drive to. But, of course, it's highly dependent on what type of driving. Clint walks through the critical driving scenarios (e.g. driving after a breakup, driving in the morning up to the ski mountain, white-knuckle driving at night...). Artists discussed in this episode include Tom Petty, Pink Floyd, Beck, Sting, Pearl Jam, U2, Lindsay Buckingham, Paul Simon, Green Day, Dr Dre and more.

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    • 37 min
    Who Is The Greatest Singing Drummer?

    Who Is The Greatest Singing Drummer?

    In this episode, Rich and Clint discuss the great singing drummers - the multi-tasking geniuses that held down the groove and sang lead vocal. As Levon said, "normally singing is a full-time job, and drumming is a full-time job." He and a handful of others did it so well they'll be remembered always. With special guests Jeff Symonds and Will Evans.

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    • 52 min
    What Is The Best Self-Reference By A Band?

    What Is The Best Self-Reference By A Band?

    In this episode, Rich and Clint celebrate the songs where the bands or artists give themselves a shout-out. Special phone-in guests include Brian Chartrand (of The Sweet Remains) and Jeff Symonds. Artists celebrates this week include The Monkees, The Beastie Boys, NWA, Eminem, Survivor, Steely Dan, The Who, The Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Beatles and more.

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    • 57 min
    What Is The Greatest Number About Numbers?

    What Is The Greatest Number About Numbers?

    This week, Rich and Clint explore the great "numbers about numbers," the songs with numbers in the their titles. It turns out, numbers have inspired some of the greatest songs in music history, but what's the greatest of them all? Special guest this week is Chris Baron, lead singer and writer in the Spin Doctors. Chris talks about their big hit "Two Princes" and shares some stories of their rise to fame following the release of Pocket Full of Kryptonite (including their 1992 appearance on Saturday Night Live). The other bands and artists discussed in this episode include Nena, Tommy Tutone, Eminem, Toots, Prince, Bob Marley, Dolly Parton, Jay-Z, U2, Harry Nilsson, Sting, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles.

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    • 1 hr 3 min
    What Is The Greatest Bond Theme of All-Time?

    What Is The Greatest Bond Theme of All-Time?

    In this episode, Rich and Clint go deep on the world of James Bond themes. There have been 25 "official" James Bond films, and each one features an iconic opening credits theme. Through the years, the Bond theme is a time capsule of its time, featuring a band or artist of its era, from Shirley Bassey and Tom Jones of the 60s, Paul McCartney and Carly Simon of the 70s, Duran Duran in the 80s, Madonna and Tina Turner/U2 in the 90s, and artists like Adele, Jack White, Sam Smith and Billie Eilish in the 21st Century. Buckle up, this episode has a license to thrill.

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    • 53 min

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