#69 Martha My Dear with Sam Whiles
About this episode
The episode features a discussion about the Beatles' song 'Martha My Dear' with guest Sam Whiles.
3 facts you should know about me: I love the Beatles I love Paul's jaunty granny music I love dogs So the jauntiest of januty tunes inspired Paul's dog, Martha? PUT IT IN MY VEINS. I adore this tune, driven by what was originally a piano exercise. It features a really gorgeous vocal performance as well, Paul's really approaching the apex of his powers at this point in time musically, vocally, compositionally...he's just cranking out amazing stuff left and right, even if it doesn't fit the perceived mold of what the Beatles "should" be doing. Joining us this week is our OG podpal, our Beatle nephew, the always brilliant Sam Whiles, host of the Paul or Nothing podcast. We chat about his new radio gig, Anthology, the upcoming Man on the Run doc, a brutal round of "Marry, F**k, Kill," and more! What do you think about "Martha My Dear" at #69? Too high? Too low? Let us know in the comments on Facebook , Instagram , or find us now on…
People in this episode
Hosts: Jonathan Pretus, Julia Pretus
Guest: Sam Whiles
Topics covered
- The Beatles
- music analysis
- song discussion
- guest interview
- Paul McCartney
Keywords
- Beatles
- Martha My Dear
- Paul McCartney
- music podcast
- song analysis
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Paul or Nothing, Anthology, Man on the Run, Ranking The Beatles
Books & works: Martha My Dear
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