PEOPLE ARE THE ENEMY

A weekly comedy and music podcast featuring conversations with interesting people and silly moments.

Episode 448 08/03/2026

Episode 448 Andy talks about BTS boycotting the Grammys, a Van Halen cake, the Mountain Goats and Candlebox, discovering Heather McMahan, drummers recognizing their own drumming, and RIP Kavinsky. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines delivers part 1 of her look at songs covered by the Donnas. Check out Rachel's YouTube playlist of Donnas covers with their originals . A Spotify version of the same playlist can be found . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/42297825

Episode 447 07/27/2026

Episode 447 Andy talks about his trip to Oakland, CA to cover Mosswood Meltdown, eulogizes Jennifer Finch from L7 and Lou Koller from Sick of it All, then plays a clip of a man interviewing a widow who goes to the movies alone. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines gives her report on seeing Rush in Chicago on the Fifty Something Tour. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/42224465

Episode 446 07/20/2026

Episode 446 Andy attended Mosswood Meltdown this past weekend so he prerecorded his segment. Andy talks about the acts he's looking forward to seeing in Oakland, compares the similar sounding choruses of Purple Mountains' "All My Happiness Is Gone" and Modern English's "I Melt with You", and talks about Iggy Pop's 1977 albums: The Idiot and Lust for Life. Also, we listen to clips of The Cramps defending themselves against accusations of being anti-feminist and Mike Epps giving rapper/actor Ice-T the business. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines and Laura deliver part 3 of their discussion on Amy Grant's Heart In Motion. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/42128155

Episode 445 07/13/2026

Episode 445 Andy reads three recent music news stories: A Ugandan army chief demands Jay-Z "surrender" Beyoncé to him, Uncle Acid & the Deadbeats feud with Gorillaz, and Twin Temple get dropped from Charlie Crockett's tour and picked up by Jack White. On Rachel’s Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines hosts Laura to discuss Amy Grant’s 1991 album Heart in Motion (Part 2). A bonus YouTube playlist of songs co-written by Tom Snow (who co-wrote “Good For Me” with Amy for the album) can be found . Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/42054800

Episode 444 07/06/2026

Episode 444 Our guest is Beatrice Beispiel! Andy speaks with the Swiss experimental electronic artist, vocalist, and sound producer about her new album, Cities Are Great, People Feel Good. You can listen to and purchase Beatrice's album via Bandcamp . On Rachel’s Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines hosts Laura to discuss Amy Grant’s 1991 album Heart in Motion (Part 1). Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41968730

Episode 443 06/29/2026

Episode 443 Our guest is Julie Klausner! Andy speaks with Julie about Difficult People, Bound (1996), coffee, dogs, painting, Micky Dolenz, and more. Order Difficult People: The Complete Series on Blu-ray via . On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines tries to be a roll and not to rock. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41860025

Episode 442 06/22/2026

Episode 442 Andy talks about Beck's album Odelay turning 30, a proto-hip-hop single from 1968, The Fall's final studio album, and a knife falling out of a stranger's pocket. Also, we listen to a clip of a British art critic destroying Jack White's first exhibition. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines explores the soundtrack to Footloose (1984). Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41721595

Episode 441 06/15/2026

Episode 441 Andy sings Ween's "The Stallion, Pt. 3" and dedicates it to Oliver Tree, 2026 is shaping up to be a good year for new music, old guys can do stuff now, and Andy wants a Merzbow 'Pulse Demon' T-shirt along with a medal for suffering through the harsh noise "masterpiece". Also, we listen to a clip of Ben Gibbard from Death Cab for Cutie discussing his four "favorite" films. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines does a deep dive into Talking Heads: 77. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41645850

Episode 440 06/08/2026

Episode 440 Andy talks about Henry Rollins and Ian MacKaye releasing the Cramps' lost album Gravest Gravy, his mom having a crush on Spike Lee, his wife witnessing a bar fight, 1900Rugrat & BLP Kosher being weirdly fascinating, Texas Roadhouse not being a vibe, and Lola finding a mole in the yard. Also, we listen to a clip of Keith Morris of Circle Jerks excoriating fascists in his audience. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rush’s Fifty-Something tour kicks off and Rachel looks at their hits on the Rock Airplay chart, pt. 3. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41569960

Episode 439 06/01/2026

Episode 439 Andy eulogizes Sonny Rollins and plays clips of Russell Crowe interacting with his fans, and a woman recalling a memorable interaction she and her sister had with Nathan Morris from Boyz II Men. Also, we find out who Billy Idol, Paula Abdul, and New Kids on the Block would include on their Mount Rushmore of artists. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines delivers part 2 of her exploration of the many covers of Fu Manchu. A YouTube playlist of Fu Manchu's covers and the originals can be found . A chronological playlist of Fu Manchu's covers without the orignals on YouTube can be found . A Spotify playlist of Fu Manchu's covers can be found . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41490425

Episode 438 05/25/2026

Episode 438 Andy talks about I Love Boosters (2026) and Judi Jupiter's encounter with Azealia Banks. On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines explores the many covers of Fu Manchu. A YouTube playlist of Fu Manchu's covers and the originals can be found . A chronological playlist of Fu Manchu's covers without the orignals on YouTube can be found . A Spotify playlist of Fu Manchu's covers can be found . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41413320

Episode 437 05/18/2026

Episode 437 Our guest is Bruce McCulloch! Andy talks with Bruce about his new comedy album, Dark Purple Slice. You can find everything Bruce McCulloch-related . On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines finds songs that Let It Shine On. You can find a playlist for this Chart Chat segment . Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41329855

Episode 436 05/11/2026

Episode 436 Andy talks about Bruce McCulloch's new album, Dark Purple Slice, and Pitchfork screwing up their rating of Lip Critic's Theft World. Also, we listen to a clip of Mick Jagger talking about meeting the Cure's Robert Smith for the first time. Subscribe to Andy's newsletter, Naked Graveyard, here: . On Rachel's Chart Chat, talks about Long May You Run by the Stills-Young Band. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41245265

Episode 435 05/04/2026

Episode 435 Andy talks about new albums by Beatrice Beispiel, Blarf (Eric Andre), and Azealia Banks, when musicians jump genres, the cost of cigarettes, seeing an offensive pickup truck, and realizing you're a toxic and/or polarizing person when you're invited on Piers Morgan Uncensored. Also, we listen to a clip of director Yorgos Lanthimos calling Louis Theroux illiterate. On Rachel’s Chart Chat, delivers part 2 of her Foreigner chart analysis. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41139320

Episode 434 04/27/2026

Episode 434 Andy talks about being afraid of teens, loving Crocs, the two Horsegirls, and his dog having a hell of a weekend. Also, we listen to a clip of Cyndi Lauper "going Brooklyn" on a fan in Las Vegas and Doja Cat goofing on Eminem. On Rachel’s Chart Chat, meets up with a friend to discuss the songs and spells of the Foreigner Belt from ATHF 1x08. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/41028625

Episode 433 04/20/2026

Episode 433 Andy talks about Ice Spice getting slapped by a "fan" at a McDonald's, visiting an outdoor shopping mall, a LEGO scam involving uncooked pasta, and Coachella 2026 week two. Subscribe to Andy's newsletter . On Rachel's Chart Chat, is inspired by a Seger hit from last week and goes ramblin' through the 1970s. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40933130

Episode 432 04/13/2026

Episode 432 Andy beats the crap out of his CPAP machine while asleep and discovers he's known as the "crazy guy" in his neighborhood. Also, Siri won't say the word THOT, Taylor Momsen can't stop getting bit by animals while on tour with AC/DC, and we discuss and listen to clips from week one of Coachella 2026. If you haven't yet, subscribe to Andy's newsletter, Naked Graveyard . On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines looks at the 50th Anniversary of Live Bullet by Bob Seger & the Silver Bullet Band. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40824155

Episode 431 04/06/2026

Episode 431 Andy talks about being stingy with his compliments and Eugene Mirman's car accident. Also, we listen to a clip of a mother trying the "Jessica" trick on her fussy child. Subscribe to Andy's free monthly newsletter . On Rachel's Chart Chat, looks for rabbits in the Hot 100. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40742100

Episode 430 03/30/2026

Episode 430 Our guest is the musician, audio archivist, puppeteer, clown enthusiast, and host of the show Music Only I Care About with Miss Mei! Andy speaks with Miss Mei about her show, which can be listened to live every Tuesday from noon to 3PM ET US on the Sheena's Jungle Room stream via WFMU. You can find playlists and archives of every episode of Music Only I Care About with Miss Mei . A catalog of music Miss Mei has archived can be accessed . On Rachel's Chart Chat, celebrates the 50th anniversary of Frampton Comes Alive. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40664550

Episode 429 03/23/2026

Episode 429 Andy talks about Justin Timberlake's DUI arrest video, Afroman: First Amendment Warrior, Banksy, Walmart adventures, Scott Galloway, bread aisle pranks, and crummy podcasts. On Rachel's Chart Chat, delivers the fourth and final part of her Free to Be... You and Me listening party with guests Julie Klausner and Tavie Phillips. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40584260

Episode 428 03/16/2026

Episode 428 Our guest is Lynn Harris! Andy talks with Lynn about her 30+ year career in (and near) comedy as a standup comedian, journalist, author, and entrepreneur. Learn more about GOLD Comedy . Find links to all things Lynn Harris-related . On Rachel's Chart Chat, delivers part 3 of her Free to Be... You and Me listening party with guests Julie Klausner and Tavie Phillips. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40495140

Episode 427 03/09/2026

Episode 427 Andy eats a cookie and talks about Lucy Ellmann's novel Ducks, Newburyport. On Rachel's Chart Chat, offers up part 2 of her Free to Be... You and Me listening party with guests Julie Klausner and Tavie Phillips. The Monkees' Kool-Aid jingle discussed can be found on YouTube . Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40363930

Episode 426 03/02/2026

Episode 426 Our guest is radio personality, music journalist, voice-over artist, and podcast host Sloane Spencer! Andy talks with Sloane about her show Sleep with Rock Stars. Subscribe to Sleep with Rock Stars wherever you get your pods or at the show's site . On Rachel's Chart Chat, is joined by Julie Klausner and Tavie Phillips to listen to and discuss the album Free to Be... You and Me by Marlo Thomas and Friends from 1972. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40278720

Episode 425 02/23/2026

Episode 425 Andy is extra bitchy as he opens a package, talks about Andy Milligan, drops his phone in the bathroom, Anthony Jeselnik's book club, Naz! punks f**k off, smart people being stupid with their hearts, guests are coming, the sandwich economy, every podcast in the top 100 is garbage, Valentine's dinner crash out, and Animal Man won't shovel Andy's mother's driveway. On Rachel's Chart Chat, looks at the instrumental hit “The Horse” in honor of the Lunar New Year. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40197135

Episode 424 02/16/2026

Episode 424 Our guest is Jazz Adam! The last time we spoke with Jazz for the show was way back in 2019. Andy catches up with Jazz and learns why she decided to resurrect her Old Maybe project after a seven year hiatus. Old Maybe's latest album, The Whiff, can be purchased via Bandcamp . On Rachel's Chart Chat, is listening to side two of In Harmony 2 with guest Julie Klausner. Listen to a vinyl rip of In Harmony 2 at YouTube . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40122535

Episode 423 02/09/2026

Episode 423 Andy talks about butternut donuts being discontinued, Lola licking the footrest, John Kilduff and Let's Paint TV, booking guests, Marty Supreme, a building blowing up, nothing good for lunch, Tool's no phone policy, and the unfixable error in Deep Purple's "Smoke on the Water". On Rachel's Chart Chat, is listening to side one and discussing the cover art of In Harmony 2 with Julie Klausner. Find the cover art for In Harmony 2 on the record's Discogs page . Listen to a vinyl rip of In Harmony 2 at YouTube . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/40041530

Episode 422 02/02/2026

Episode 422 Andy talks about pulling a dead rabbit out of his dog's mouth, seeing a 311 sticker on a truck, and Turnstile allegedly being hypocrites. Also, we listen to clips of Alex Pearlman talking about Don Lemon seeing KATSEYE before being arrested, Khan (the "What do you do for a living?" guy) stopping Q-Tip on the street, and Eric Grubbs talking about a change he noticed in Van Halen's "Jump" music video. On Rachel's Chart Chat, and guest Julie Klausner continue with side 2 of 'In Harmony'. You can listen to the entire 'In Harmony' album on YouTube . Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/39961610

Episode 421 01/26/2026

Episode 421 Andy talks about Bandcamp banning AI music, Jill Scott's "big areola music", Witch Fever doing a two month stadium and arena tour with Volbeat and coming home broke, and eating a giant bucket of popcorn and crying while watching Hamnet. On Rachel's Chart Chat, listens to Side A of 1980’s “In Harmony: A Sesame Street Record” with special guest Julie Klausner. They even sneak a little Prog Talk in. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/39874825

Episode 420 01/19/2026

Episode 420 Our guest is James Greene, Jr.! Andy speaks with James about his new book, Magnum Opus: The Unbelievable 15-Year Saga of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy. Buy James' book via Amazon . Find more info about James at his website . On Rachel's Chart Chat, Rachel from Des Moines does a deep dive into Blue Monday, the third Monday in January, and the songs it has inspired. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/39781575

Episode 419 01/12/2026

Episode 419 Andy eulogizes Bob Weir then talks about Ari Aster being more interesting than his films, Yorgos Lanthimos' 2025 film, Bugonia, Emma Stone's interesting choices, the missing My Bloody Valentine albums on streaming services, Cate Le Bon being a better producer than a musician, Marcello Hernández's Netflix special, Andy's new favorite pasta sauce, Swords2's song "失望吗", and Vinnie Vincent's $4,000 album, Guitarmageddon. On Rachel's Chart Chat, delivers part 2 of her overview of Stevie Nicks' solo singles. Follow Rachel on Last.fm . You can find a Stevie Nicks Singles playlist Rachel created for this episode . /episode/index/show/peoplearetheenemy/id/39695780

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