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Two friends, music lovers, and idiots dive into the discography of The National in an effort to save their friendship

We Have the Facts


    • Jan 6, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Best Albums of 2020

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2021 87:04


    Ali and Justin drop back in your feed to talk about their favorite albums of 2020. Friends of the pod Erica and George also drop by to discuss their picks of the year. Happy New Year! Stay subscribed for more special episodes in 2021

    Bad Bunny - YHLQMDLG

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 90:00


    As you might have realized from the episode title, this is not your typical WHTF episode. Ali and Justin step aside this week to let two friends of the show talk about a different artist and a completely different genre of music. George and Erica share their thoughts on Latin hip hop and one of their favorite artists, Bad Bunny. If you're not familiar, stick around, you might find out this is your new favorite thing!

    Bright Eyes - I'm Wide Awake, It's Morning

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 64:48


    Justin covers Bright Eyes with friend of the show Joey Cahill from 6131 records! The two talk about what makes Bright Eyes special. Excuse the first 5 minutes where Ali complains, he's not in the rest of the episode.

    Ben Gibbard: Live From Home

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2020 52:38


    We're Back Baby!!! the boys return to comment on Ben Gibbard: Live From Home in an exclusive We Have The Facts: prerecorded from home. If people would like to hear more of the show during this strange period of time, please reach out to us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com and @thefactspod on Instagram and Twitter

    The Final Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2019 21:59


    Sorry for the abrupt ending everyone, but this is the last episode of the pod. We recorded this final episode to say goodbye to everyone who listens. We love you all very much and will be devastated to be removed from your weekly routines. We'd love to hear from you all, send us your goodbye mail at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com Bye Gang!

    Noname - Telefone

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2019 31:58


    Summer season seems to mean late episodes, but we picked a brilliant album to make it worth the wait. Ali and Justin review Noname's mixtape, Telefone. If you have any album recommendations for this summer season, email the boys at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    The Front Bottoms - Talon of the Hawk

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 72:54


    This episode is a mess. You probably should just skip this one... But if you insist, you can join Ali and Justin along with old pod friend George and new pod friend Sebastian as they discuss The Front Bottoms' Talon of the Hawk. Enjoy the unnecessary sing-along, yelling and attempts of murder. All this and much worse on this week's pod.

    Jawbreaker - Dear You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 54:38


    Ali and Justin are back, this time, they try to figure out of Jawbreaker's Dear You is a classic or a dud.

    Bonus Ep (Season 1 Ep 15) - DCFC Tour, Again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2019 30:14


    For all you DCFC fans, the season 1 original show is dropping back in your feed! Justin goes to a DCFC show and drags Ali along with him this time. Listen to how the current leg of the tour holds up, Ali's first impressions of the band live, and a hard to follow audio diary of the guys screaming. It's the same old chaotic show from season 1, so tune back in!

    Julien Baker - Sprained Ankle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2019 55:07


    Ali and Justin are back for their summer season. The boys will be jumping into a different album by a different artist every week. This week, they start out with Julien Baker's debut album, Sprained Ankle. If you have a suggestion for a summer album, email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com.

    Season 2 Ep 11 - I Am Easy To Find

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2019 59:42


    The last episode of the national season... for now. Sorry this episode is late, but Ali and Justin are back to talk about the Nationals latest album after they let it "marinate in their ears". Enjoy the show and get excited for the upcoming summer season!!!

    Season 2 Ep 10 - Ranking The National

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2019 45:14


    The boys reach the final episode of the season... for now. Join them as they rank the National albums and their top 10 songs!

    Season 2 Ep 9 - Sleep Well Beast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2019 56:55


    The guys are back to talk about Sleep well beast, the latest (for now) album by the national. Sorry it's a day late.

    Season 2 Bonus Ep - Light Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2019 26:11


    Unfortunately, the guys didn't have enough time to record a full episode, so here is their thoughts on the latest single from The National. Even more unfortunate, the guys spend the first 10 minutes talking about politics. This is your trigger warning. If you're not interested in listening to two idiots navigate a topic well beyond their depths, just skip to next week where they'll be covering Sleep Well Beast... You have been warned!

    Season 2 Ep 8 - Trouble Will Find Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2019 66:26


    Joey Cahill from 6131 Records is back on the show!!! Joey joins the guys in talking about The National's Trouble Will Find Me. The guys continue to discuss Horror Movies, Justin's ridiculous LotR theory, and try hard not to talk about Spiderman again. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram @thefactspod and email us your thoughts at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com   This episode is sponsored by Audible, get two free books and a 30-day free trial by visiting amzn.to/2GX3v7E Get The Moth's book featuring Ali's story at https://amzn.to/2CpoA7A

    Season 2 Ep 7 - High Violet

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 61:12


    Ali and Justin get together again to talk about one of the National's most popular album, High Violet! The guys are also collecting fan stories about their introductions to The National and to Death Cab for Cutie. if you have a story you'd like to share on the show, email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Season 2 Ep 6 - You Had Your Soul With You and The Virginia EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2019 53:09


    Ali and Justin sit down to talk about the National's future album I Am Easy To Find out in May. They talk about their expectations and their reactions to the first single released You Had Your Soul With You. The guys then pivot to talk about the National's EP post Boxer, The Virginia EP. Follow the show on twitter and instagram @thefactspod and email us your thoughts at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com   This episode is sponsored by Audible, get two free books and a 30-day free trial by visiting amzn.to/2GX3v7E  Get The Moth's book featuring Ali's story at https://amzn.to/2CpoA7A

    Bonus Mas Grande - Thank U, Next

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2019 48:25


    Ali takes the week off to let George and Justin discuss their obsession with Ariana Grande's latest Album, Thank U, Next. Join the two of them as they unlock their inner pop fandom. If you enjoyed this episode and want more from Geroge and Justin about these kinds of artists, let us know @thefactspod on twitter and instagram. you can also email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com   This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use the following link and get 2 free audiobooks and a 30 day free trial today:  https://amzn.to/2GX3v7E  !!!!!!!!

    Season 2 Ep 5 - Boxer

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2019 56:05


    The guys reach the album everyone has been waiting for, BOXER! The lord of the rings analogy continues as the guys explore one of the National's most iconic albums. Email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com and follow us @thefactspod on twitter and instagram.   This episode is once again brought to you by Audible, use our link amzn.to/2GX3v7E  and get 2 free audible books and a 30-day free trial.

    Season 2 Ep 4 - Alligator

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2019 59:25


    This week, the guys somehow dive into heavier topics and discuss Ryan Adams and abuse in general in the music industry. They then make time to discuss The National's Alligator song by song. Ali and Justin bicker about a few songs. Let us know who you think is right. @thefactspod on instagram and twitter or email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com   This episode is sponsored by Audible. Use the following link: amzn.to/2GX3v7E  for 2 free audiobooks and a free 30-day trial. It's a great way to catch up on your reading and support this show.

    Season 2 Ep 3 - Cherry Tree EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 40:41


    Ali and Justin are back again, and this week they are joined by their good friend and frequent guest George Andrews. George frames himself as the villain of our National season. Justin gushes over the Cherry Tree EP. and Ali is tired. Follow George on IG @notspanishjorge and check out his cooking blog syrianamericankitchen.blogspot.com. Follow the boys @thefacstspod on IG and twitter and email them at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Bonus Ep - Ray Harkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2019 77:03


    Justin talks to Ray Harkins from the band Taken and the podcast 100 words or less. The two talk about death cab, the national, family and songs that make you cry. If you don't already, listen to 100 words or less and support the band Taken. Email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Season 2 Ep 2 - Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2019 52:30


    This week, the boys talk about the National's second Album, Sad Songs for Dirty Lovers. Ali gushes over most of the album and completely craps on Sugar Wife. Justin says stupid things. Let us know what you think on instagram and twitter @thefactspod and email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Season 2 Ep 1 - The National

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 58:41


    The guys catch up on the last month and then review the National's self-titled album. The show is back to it's old self as the guys rediscover the discography of a new band. Follow us on social media @thefactspod and email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com. This episode is brought to you by amazon.com, let them know we sent you by using our link: amzn.to/2SNDWJg

    Bonus Ep - Joey Cahill

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2019 48:00


    Justin interviews Joey Cahill from 6131 records! They talk about The National, Death Cab for Cutie and many other bands. Pick up Worriers album Survival Pop on Feb 8th rereleased by 6131 records. Follow Joey Cahill @joeyxcahill and this podcast @thefactspod and email the boys at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com. Also, support this show by using our Amazon link amzn.to/2SNDWJg whenever you need to do any of your online shopping!!!

    Season 2 Ep 0 - The Introduction, Again!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2019 17:34


    The Boys are back!!! Welcome to season 2 of the show: Join Justin and Ali as they announce the band for season 2 and lay out some of their podcast plans for the new year. Subscribe to the podcast and expect new episodes every Tuesday! Email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com and follow us @thefactspod IG and Twitter. Also, this episode of the show is (ACTUALLY!) brought to you by Amazon: use the following link https://amzn.to/2SNDWJg  and shop normally to let them know that we sent you!

    Best Albums of 2018

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2018 56:32


    Justin and Ali, along with guest George Andrews, list their top 10 albums of the year. The guys will be back in the new year with a new band announcement. so stay subscribed!!!

    Ep14 - What Happened to Burning Man Faire?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2018 39:22


    This week, Ali goes solo to investigate a dark moment in Death Cab history and find out what truly happened to Burning Man Faire. Ali's journey takes him through the band's story as he speaks to interesting and strange people from the Death Cab community. The story of Burning Man Faire is one of friendship, lies, broken promises and heart ache. But Ali won't rest until the truth comes to light!... Probably.

    Ep13 - Death Ranks for Cutie

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2018 54:47


    The guys rank the DCFC discography and list their top 10 songs. They clearly make a mess of it and leave out your favorite songs. forward all complaints to wehavethefactspod@gmail.com or leave in on the death cab subreddit.

    Bonus Ep. The DCFC Tour!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2018 34:37


    George and Justin talk about the DCFC tour and Ali has mic issues! It's also Midterms election time in America when this drops, so get out there and vote. As the show wraps up its "first season" we want to hear more from you guys. email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com and tweet/ instagram at us @thefactspod

    Ep12 - Thank You for Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2018 48:19


    We are finally at Death Cab's latest album, Thank you for Today (aka Thank You for Everything). The guys discuss death cab's latest endeavor. They compare Justin's initial reactions to how his feelings about the album have developed. The guys set up the future of the podcast and also take breaks in the conversation to discuss nonsense. Stay subscribed to the show, much more death cab and non-death cab material coming up!

    Not Ep12 - The Postal Service

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2018 58:29


    This Episode, the guys hop into a time machine and travel back a few months to talk about something other than Death Cab, The Postal Service! Ali and Justin are in the same room again and are joined once again by their friend George Andrews. Follow George on Instagram @Notspanishjorge and check out his amazing food blog syrianamericankitchen.blogspot.com.

    Ep11 - Kintsugi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2018 46:48


    In this episode, Ali and Justin talk exclusively about their favorite spiderman films.... There might be some quick mention of the Death Cab album Kintsugi too, but who knows.

    Ep10 - Codes and Keys

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2018 51:20


    The guys are back to finish up the Death Cab discography. Ali and Justin talk about Codes and Keys as well as a bunch of other things I wasn't paying attention to. I write these recaps like a week after we record. get off my back. just listen okay, it probably doesn't suck.

    Ep9 - The Open Door EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2018 33:33


    Ali moves to Baltimore. Justin Stays in Boston. and the podcast continues! the guys talk about The Open Door Ep as their journey into the Death Cab's discography nears an end.

    Bonus Ep. Initial Thoughts on Thank You for Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2018 31:42


    Justin gives his initial thoughts on Death Cab's latest album, Thank You for Today, as Ali struggles to remember the albums name. The full review of the album will be covered in its normal slot in the discography a month from now. Email the guys at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Ep8 - Narrow Stairs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2018 50:31


    The idiots are joined once again by a guest, Erica Navar! The 3 discuss growing up listening to sad girl music, as well as Death Cab's Narrow Stairs.

    Ep7 - Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2018 75:46


    The idiots are joined this week by their friend Rachel to discuss Death Cab's most popular album, Plans. Find out more about growing up a sad girl and falling in love with Death Cab. Listen to Justin fanboy about Radiohead. And find more reasons to get mad at Ali!

    Ep6 - Transatlanticism

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2018 54:29


    They're back!!! The idiots return to the podcast to discuss an important album, Transatlanticism. They also cover where they've been for the last month and what they've been getting up to! Jump back in to the podcast and subscribe so you don't miss any of the new episodes coming up.

    Bonus Ep. Autumn Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2018 11:52


    The guys are back with one more surprise bonus episode. Justin reviews Autumn Love, the latest single off of Thank you for today. Regular episodes return next Tuesday with the much anticipated Transatlanticism episode.

    Bonus Ep. I Dreamt We Spoke Again

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2018 8:51


    The guys are back this week after a long break with a new bonus episode! Justin discusses his feelings about DCFC's new single I Dreamt We Spoke Again. Ali just sits there and says little to nothing. The guys also briefly discuss the future of the show. Regular episodes return in August!

    Ep5 - The Photo Album and The Stability EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2018 42:10


    The guys realize they no longer have anything to talk about, so they actually stick to Death Cab this time! Ali and Justin talk about The Photo Album and The Stability EP. The guys would like more input from the fans, please email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com!

    Bonus EP. Gold Rush

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2018 11:50


    Justin shares his feelings about Death Cab's latest release, Gold Rush, and give a quick update on the upcoming album, Thank You for Today.

    Ep4 - The Forbidden Love EP

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2018 53:25


    In a very loose episode, Ali and Justin discuss Death Cab's Forbidden Love EP. Afterward, the idiots ramble on about music in general, discussing everything from Depeche Mode to Kanye West. This episode also features a surprise appearance of the guys' roommate and friend, George Andrews, who comes in to share his feelings about Lily and Alfie Allen. Also, we finally share our thoughts on Solo: A Star Wars Story. Please email us at wehavethefactspod@gmail.com

    Ep3 - We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2018 64:40


    The idiots take a deep dive into Death Cab's second studio album, We Have the Facts and We're Voting Yes. Some controversial opinions are shared that may spark the uprising that will be the downfall of one of our hosts!

    Ep2 - Something About Airplanes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2018 51:29


    This week, the idiots discuss their feelings about waiting in lines and Trent Reznor. Ali's mind is blown when he discovers that Zoey Deschanel was married to Ben Gibbard. Justin reveals his feelings about The Beatles. Oh, they also remember to go over Death Cabs debut studio album, Something About Airplanes. They end the podcast on God Break Down the Door by Nine Inch Nails.

    Bonus Ep. Spritely Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2018 40:10


    Justin interviews singer/songwriter Spritely about her music. They discuss the influence Death Cab has on her writing, why she moved back to NY, and what she has planned next. Follow Spritely on social media and enjoy her music on Youtube and Spotify!

    Ep1 - You Can Play These Songs With Chords

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2018 52:18


    Welcome to the first official episode of We Have the Facts. This episode, our idiots (Justin and Ali) talk about The Avengers, Robert Pattinson, Phoebe Bridgers and somehow make room for Death Cab. This week we focus on Ben Gibbard's Demo, You Can Play These Songs with Chords, that first launched the act known as Death Cab for Cutie.

    Ep0 - The Introduction

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 19:48


    The Journey Begins! Two friends, music lovers and idiots dive into the discography of Death Cab For Cutie in effort to save their friendship. Join every Tuesday as the guys explore a different album or EP.

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