Songs On The Couch
Welcome to Songs on the Couch – the comedy podcast where music and psychology cozy up for a deep dive into the strange, wonderful world of your favorite songs. Hosted by Mo, the ever-curious psychologist who can diagnose your favorite lyrics (and maybe you too), and AJ, the musician who can hear a diminished seventh chord in their sleep and still deliver the artist’s backstory with flair – we’re here to unpack one song per episode, one existential crisis at a time. Each week, we dive into the history of the artist and their song, break down the sonic and musical weirdness (with love), analyze the lyrics and psychology behind them, and sprinkle in enough comedy to keep your inner child entertained (and possibly therapized). It’s like therapy... if your therapist brought a guitar and knew all the words to ”Bohemian Rhapsody.” New episodes every week.
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Episode 4 is here!This week we’re diving into Blinding Lights by The Weeknd — the retro synth-pop smash that lit up the charts and our brains.
From neon-soaked production to emotional disconnection, we’re breaking down the sound, the style, and the psychology behind one of the most streamed songs of all time.
Tune in now—available on all major podcast platforms.
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025
Songs On The Couch Episode 3 - Post Malone, RockstarThis time, we’re diving into rockstar by Post Malone (feat. 21 Savage) — a dark, moody anthem about fame, identity, and the cost of living like a legend. 🥀🎤
From trap beats to toxic bravado, we’re unpacking the sound, the swagger, and the psychology behind one of Posty's biggest hits and the the musical elements that make the song so addictive The psychological themes behind the lyrics Some laughs, random tangents, and a whole lot of couch-time vibes Hit that play button, grab a seat, and let's get inside the music... and maybe our own brains too. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! New songs, new laughs, every week.
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025
Songs On The Couch Episode 2 - Lorde, RoyalsWe’re diving into Royals by Lorde — the minimalist masterpiece that flipped pop music on its head and questioned the whole idea of fame, luxury, and identity.
From sparse beats to sharp lyrics, we explore what makes this song so hypnotic—and what it says about the world we live in, the musical elements that make the song so addictive The psychological themes behind the lyrics Some laughs, random tangents, and a whole lot of couch-time vibes Hit that play button, grab a seat, and let's get inside the music... and maybe our own brains too. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! New songs, new laughs, every week.
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
🎙️ Songs On The Couch Episode 1 - The Killers, Mr Brightside
Welcome to the very first episode of Songs on the Couch! This week, we're diving into Mr. Brightside by The Killers — a song that's not just a karaoke classic, but a modern anthem of jealousy, hope, and emotional chaos. Join our musician and psychologist duo as we unpack: The history of The Killers and the making of Mr. Brightside The musical elements that make the song so addictive The psychological themes behind the lyrics Some laughs, random tangents, and a whole lot of couch-time vibes Hit that play button, grab a seat, and let's get inside the music... and maybe our own brains too. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes! New songs, new laughs, every week.
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
Wednesday Apr 16, 2025
🎙️ Episode 0: Introduction Episode - Welcome to Songs on the CouchIn this first episode, meet your hosts, AJ a musician and Mo a psychologist, and hear what Songs on the Couch is all about. We’re breaking down popular songs from the decades through a mix of music analysis, psychology, and comedy. It’s weird, it’s smart(ish), and it’s probably cheaper than therapy.