Stereothematica
Welcome to Stereothematica, a podcast where two women geek out over music.
When Christina moved from LA to Texas, Christine suggested a weekly challenge to stay in touch: pick a song that fits a chosen theme. This game opened them to new perspectives on each other while deepening their own understanding of the music that shapes their lives. Each week Christina and Christine recreate the magic of their song exchange on a broader scale, deconstructing their thematic picks, providing personal anecdotes and historical insights, and sharing transformative tracks rarely spotlighted on the Billboard Hot 100.
Stereothematica
Communion Song
In a world too often divided, we are celebrating the songs that unite us, that bring us to a shared understanding, that give a sense of togetherness, and yes, even hope. Whether with a group on a desert pilgrimage or singing along in isolation in the midst of a pandemic, we explore the songs that, religion aside, give us a sense of communion.
VIDEOS
Violeta Parra: Gracias a la Vida
C. Tangana: Los Tontos (NPR Tiny Desk, starts at 4:10 - but please watch it all!)
EXTRAS
Overlooked No More: Violeta Parra, Folk Genius Who Redefined Latin American Music
Joan Baez and Mercedes Sosa: Live Performance of Gracias a la Vida
A Guide to the Films of Yorgos Lanthimos
Un Veneno Scene from Paquita Salas
Un Veneno Official Video (filmed in LA)
Antes de Morirme (featuring Rosalía)
NYT Piece on C. Tangana and El Madrileño
KEXP Interview with C. Tangana
New Order: Bizarre Love Triangle
Other Fun NPR Tiny Desk Concerts
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