Baby You Can Rate My Song
Paul? John? George? RINGO?! Tony and Eleanor rate and review every Beatles song to settle the age-old debate: who is the greatest songwriter in the Beatles?
With in-depth research and analysis, your BYCRMS hosts and special guests explore Beatles songs from A to Z with fresh ears.
Episodes
37 episodes
Paperback Piggies Lane
The four lads show the world that they're more than a fad, one George rises, another falls, and the Paul McCartney obsession reaches a boiling point. These Beatles guys are pretty good. Follow along with the song list from this episode, availab...
Oh! Only One Shoe
This episode features the biggest disparity in scores in the history of the podcast, the debut of Tony's long-awaited Cartman impression, Lead Belly, and Lonnie Donegan. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
La-Di-Da, a Second Octopus Man
Tony and Eleanor go halfsies on research with two trailblazing John songs, a controversial Paul number, and Ringo's second (and final) song. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
No Norwegian Son Has Nature’s Misery
As countless couples have experienced across time and space, a discussion of Bob Dylan leads to marital strife. Does anyone buy calendars at Meijer except Boomers and Beatles fans? When will George Harrison finally speak out against British col...
Dear Mr. Maxwell Michelle Mustard
Tony and Eleanor dig into a platter of Paul with a slice of Lennon. 4 M's, but will they say mmmm? Tune in to find out. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
2nd Annual Holiday Spectacular
Tony and Eleanor ring in the holiday season with a Beatles fantasy movie casting and a name-that-song competition. A deep dive into the LOTR saga can be found
To Magical Lucy. Love, Me
Tony and Eleanor dive into a bevy of info on some biggies: the first Beatles single, the first George song focused around Indian instrumentation, a well-known Lennon classic (that's definitely NOT about drugs), and the titular song to Paul's av...
BONUS Macca Live in the Flesh
We recap our experience seeing Paul live at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio on 10/08/2025. Check out the setlist on YouTube and
Little, Long, Lovely
Tony clears up allegations made in the last episode, Abbey Road's toiler paper is unraveled, and George finally gets his time to shine. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
Let It Be!
Tony and Eleanor accidentally talk about "Let It Be" for the whole ep. Additional topics include One Battle After Another, the Beatles industrial complex, and the role of music in social movements. Follow along with the song list from this epis...
Julia Will Want You, Heavy Lady
Tony and Eleanor return from their break with a celebrity guest and a truly stacked roster of late-era Beatles songs. It's the longest episode yet, featuring a McCartney impression showdown and a shocking revelation about Tony's past. Follow al...
Halftime Special
In a very special episode, Tony and Eleanor reveal the lads’ halftime scores, respond to messages from BYCRMS listeners, and welcome back a fan favorite guest. The song journey will resume October 8th — keep an eye on your feeds!
Tell Your Face I Wanna Hold Your Man
Tony and Eleanor are joined by an old buddy to discuss a Ringo vocal, a George joint, and some 50-50's (including a big, big boy). Topics of discussion include Akira Kurosawa, Franz Liszt, and trail mix. Follow along with the song list from thi...
Won’t Be Feeling Too Much Love
Tony and Eleanor explore a peculiar Harrison contribution, mid-60’s Lennon love songs, and Paul and John’s final 50-50 effort. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
You Saw My Life Better
Eleanor takes a turn in the listening chair while Tony assumes his post as leader of the podcast. They explore George's second tune and a debate between Paul and John about primary songwriting credit for an iconic song. Plus: some unexpected sc...
I’m Looking So Tired Just Sleeping With You
Tony and Eleanor pay tribute to Brian Wilson and round out the “I’m” songs with a discussion of the Beatles’ sleepiest tunes. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
I’ll Get Me Mine, You Down Loser
A dear friend joins Tony and Eleanor to share strong takes, a fun Beatles origin story, and his insider perspective as a touring drummer. Buckle up for many a detour and lots of Bob talk. Wild ride!Follow along with the song list from th...
If I Needed the Sun, I’ll Follow Someone Back Instead
Tony and Eleanor continue trudging through the "I" songs, hitting a "no Paul" wall. What will they make of Macca's return? Plus: Toast makes a full GI recovery.Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
Fine If I Spoil Your Party Name
Tony and Eleanor follow the alphabetical song order to a weirdly specific place: John songs from 1964. They explore: Did the Beatles invent feedback? Is one of these songs worse than "Hold Me Tight"? Plus: Some fodder for the McLennon community...
Hey Honey, Hold the Walrus Pie
Tune in for a surprising change-up in Tony and Eleanor's tried-and-true podcasting formula, not without conflict. Several movies are discussed as well as the once in a lifetime talent of Tom Jones. Plus: Who really was the Eggman? Follow along ...
Hey There, Here Comes Her Bulldog
Tony and Eleanor break down 4 distinctive songs, reveal a major development in the Beatles’ hotness debate, and desperately plead for the BYCRMS global audience to get in touch. Plus: Tony takes a stand against monarchical governments. Follow a...
Hello, Help is a Warm Helter Skelter
Returning from their break, Eleanor and Tony explore some heavy hitter "H" songs. Just wait until you hear where the lads got their crazy titles from this time. Plus: Is "Happiness is a Warm Gun" a drug song? Did Paul invent heavy metal? And wh...
Good Morning Sunshine, Got To Get Good Night Life
A trio of "good" songs, a big disagreement, and a provocative comparison of Paul McCartney and LeBron James. Follow along with the song list from this episode, available on
Getting Golden Girl Onion Slumbers
Tony's audio engineer brother Daniel joins the pod to explain why those stereo mixes sound so bad, the still underrated contributions of George Martin, and the mystery of the bouzouki. Follow along with the song list from this episode, availabl...