Sidebar Ep. 139: Shush, Strawberry Moon & Soup: Tori Amos Deep Dive

Sidebar Ep. 139: Shush, Strawberry Moon & Soup: Tori Amos Deep Dive

June 22, 2026 · 17 min · Episode 318

About this episode

A cozy and humorous discussion about Tori Amos's new album, its themes, and nostalgic music experiences.

Hey friend — this episode’s sidebar is a cozy, hilarious chat about Tori Amos’s brand-new album In Times of Dragons, a little tour gossip, and some very serious bagel bite nostalgia. We gush over favorite songs (the title track Shush, Strawberry Moon, and the joyous Pyrite), unpack the album’s political edge and clever dragon metaphor for concentrated wealth, and celebrate Tori’s poetic lyricism that reads like standalone poetry while also hitting hard as songs. You’ll also get playful banter about live shows, family collaborations (her daughter and husband join in the music), and the delightful idea of listening to albums like it’s 1999 — CD booklet, full attention, zero interruptions. Plus, expect our trademark soup talk and general slurpy vibes. Big thanks to Jamie for the question — hit us up with your favorite tracks and stay tuned for a possible concert follow-up!

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