Episodes

Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions in this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown! Your hosts, Chris and Amanda, are swapping their favorite break-up songs. But don't worry, there's no real heartbreak here, just a whole lot of fun and a dash of nostalgia! Amanda's got some tear-jerkers lined up for Chris, while Chris is ready to hit Amanda right in the feels with his picks. These songs might be about break-ups, but they're so good, you'll fall in love with them all over again! So, grab so...

Get ready for a blast from the past as Chris and Amanda take a nostalgic trip back to the 2000s in this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown. To celebrate the Fourth of July, we're only featuring songs by American-based artists, bringing a mix of iconic hits and hidden gems to the table. Amanda's picks for Chris include the catchy 'It Wasn’t Me' by Shaggy and Rik Rok, the unforgettable 'Ms. Jackson' by Outkast, and the soulful 'Three More Days' by Ray LaMontagne. On the other hand, Chris has c...

Join Chris and Amanda in this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown as they dive into the vibrant world of reggae music. This week, they're swapping their favorite reggae songs, bringing a mix of classic hits and fresh tracks to the table. Amanda's picks for Chris include the dancehall classic 'Murder She Wrote' by Chaka Demus and Pliers, the catchy 'Banana' by Conkarah and Shaggy, and the soulful 'The King of the Road' by Freddie McGregor. On the other hand, Chris has chosen some unique reggae...

Get your grill fired up and your spatula ready because, on this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown, we're serving up a sizzling playlist for all your summertime cookouts and kitchen adventures! Join us as we review and rate our favorite jams that perfectly complement the joy of cooking and the vibes of a summer cookout. Amanda kicks off the culinary festivities by swapping some classic tracks to Chris. First up, she serves "All Summer Long" by Kid Rock, a feel-good anthem that blends rock and...

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster on this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown! We're diving deep into tear-jerker songs that tug at our heartstrings. As we bid farewell to the beloved show Ted Lasso's third season, we thought it fitting to swap songs that bring tears to our eyes. Amanda kicks off the tearful journey with Willie Nelson's iconic "Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain," a heartfelt country ballad that evokes bittersweet emotions. She follows up with Patty Loveless' soul-stirring "H...

Get ready for a special bonus episode of Song Swap Showdown that will have you on the edge of your seat! In this episode, Chris and Amanda will only swap one song each, and to add an extra challenge, they have just 5 minutes to do it. The stakes are high as they dive into the contrasting worlds of rock and country. Chris presents Amanda with Bring Me The Horizon's "Lost," a powerful and intense track. Will Amanda embrace the electrifying energy and raw emotion of this rock anthem? On the other...

Get ready to soak up the sun and get your summer vibes on with the latest episode of Song Swap Showdown! Chris and Amanda are back, and this time they are swapping three songs each that they believe deserve a spot on everyone's summer playlist. Amanda kicks off with a perfect summer anthem, "Summertime" by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Fresh Prince. This classic hip-hop track is sure to transport you to lazy summer days and backyard BBQs. Next up, she brings the timeless feel-good vibes of "Kokomo" by The ...

Get ready for a heartwarming and energetic episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda pay tribute to mothers with their selection of songs for Mother's Day! From soulful reggae to rock anthems, these songs celebrate the love and appreciation for moms everywhere. Amanda's list to Chris starts off with "Mama Love" by Lutan Fyah, followed by the classic "I'll Always Love My Mama" by The Intruders, and the heartfelt tribute "Dear Mama" by 2Pac. Chris's list to Amanda, on the other hand, b...

Get ready for an exciting new episode of Song Swap Showdown as Chris and Amanda take on the challenge of swapping some of their favorite songs with a person's name in the title! From classic rock to pop hits, these songs will have you feeling all the emotions and grooving to the beat. Amanda starts off with a bang by bringing "Polk Sally Annie" by Elvis Presley, followed by "Gloria" by Laura Branigan and "Goodbye Earl" by The Chicks. Chris, on the other hand, isn't one to be outdone, and he's ...

Get ready for an exciting episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda dive into a playlist of some of their favorite one-word song titles. From alternative rock to pop, these songs will have you grooving and singing along. Amanda has picked out "Stay" by Lisa Loeb and Nine Stories, "Mouth" by Merril Bainbridge, and "Faith" by George Michael for Chris. Meanwhile, Chris is bringing his own set of dynamic and energetic songs to the mix. Get ready for "Trash" by New York Dolls, "Sliver" by...

Get ready for a special episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Chris and Amanda take on a playlist curated by their friend and guest of the show, Tony "Forkboy" Donato. Tony has handpicked three songs each for Chris and Amanda, making for an exciting and unpredictable episode. They will rate each song on a scale of 1-5 records, with 1 record being a dumpster fire of a song and 5 being heavenly music to their ears. Tony has chosen "Whiskey In Mind" by Christian Kane, "Fore She Was Momma" by Clay Wal...

Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster ride with this episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as Amanda and Chris swap their favorite 1980s break-up songs! From soulful ballads to angsty rock hits, these songs will have you feeling all the emotions of love and loss. Amanda is bringing some powerful and emotional break-up songs to the mix, starting with "Against All Odds" by Phil Collins, followed by "I Hope You Are Never Happy" by Dolly Parton, and "I'm Leaving Now" by Johnny Cash. These songs are su...

Get ready for a romantic and upbeat episode of "Song Swap Showdown" as our host Chris and guest Amanda swap their favorite wedding songs! Whether you're getting married, planning a wedding, or just a fan of love songs, this episode is not to be missed. Chris is bringing some classic and alternative tunes to the mix, starting with "Just Like Heaven" by The Cure for the Bride and Groom dance song. For the Daddy/Daughter dance, Chris chose "You've Got a Friend" to bring everyone to tears. And to k...

Get ready to turn up the beat and travel back in time to the 80s with this week's episode of "Song Swap Showdown"! Amanda and Chris are swapping their favorite 80s hip-hop tunes to see which songs come out on top. Amanda is bringing the heat with "Girls Ain’t Nothing But Trouble" by DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince, "Bust A Move" by Young MC, and "Just a Friend" by Biz Markie. These tracks will have you singing and rapping along in no time while showcasing the best of 80s hip-hop. However, C...

Welcome to this episode of our podcast, "Song Swap Showdown"! In this episode, your hosts Chris and Amanda are joined by special guest Benny Capaul, a seasoned musician and SKA aficionado, host of the Let's Talk About Death podcast (https://www.letstalkaboutdeathpodcast.com/), and singer of the Michigan-based ska bad, The Boy Detective - https://linktr.ee/theboydetective Together, they share three of their favorite SKA songs with Amanda, who will rate each song on a scale of 1-5 records and de...

Get ready for a St. Patrick's Day special on Chris and Amanda's Song Swap Showdown! This week, they're diving into the music of Ireland with three new picks each. Amanda's bringing some '90s nostalgia with The Cranberries' Dreams, while also showcasing the soulful sounds of Van Morrison's Days Like This. And who can forget Sinead O'Connor's heart-wrenching ballad Nothing Compares 2 U? Chris, on the other hand, is taking us on a journey through the energetic folk punk of Flogging Molly's Drunke...

Get ready for a fun and energetic episode of Chris and Amanda's Song Swap Showdown! In this episode, Chris and Amanda swap three songs they love to listen to on their coffee breaks. Amanda's picks for Chris this week are "Beyond the Sea" by Kina Grannis, "That's the Way It Is" by Daniel Lanois, and "Knee Deep" by Zac Brown. Chris' picks for Amanda are "1979" by Smashing Pumpkins, "Lucky Man" by The Verve, and "I Will Follow You into the Dark" by Death Cab for Cutie. Join Chris and Amanda as th...

Get ready to set sail with this week's episode of Song Swap Showdown! Chris and Amanda are taking to the high seas with some classic yacht rock tunes. They'll be sharing three songs each to rate on a scale of 1-5 records. Amanda's got some classic duets with "The Girl is Mine" by Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney, as well as "Don't Go Breaking My Heart" by Elton John and Kiki Dee and "On and On" by Stephen Bishop Meanwhile, Chris is bringing some smooth vibes with Steely Dan's "Peg," Rupert H...

Welcome back to another episode of Song Swap Showdown! This week, Chris and Amanda are shaking things up and going head-to-head with some seriously fun tunes. Instead of sharing songs from 3 music artists, they're each sharing three songs from one artist and rating them on a scale of 1-5 records. Chris is bringing his love of thrash metal to the table with Anthrax's hits "Caught in a Mosh," "Antisocial," and "Bring the Noise." Meanwhile, Amanda's sharing some fresh sounds from the up-and-comi...

Join Chris and Amanda as they face off in the ultimate Song Swap Showdown! This week's theme is One-Hit Wonders and these two music fans are ready to rock the mic. Each of them will share three songs they don't think the other has ever heard before and rate them on a scale of 1-5 records. Get ready to be transported back in time with some of the biggest one-hit wonders, including Smooth Criminal by Alien Ant Farm, To Be With You by Mr. Big, and Get Free by The Vines. But that's not all! Amand...

Get ready for a soulful and groovy episode of Song Swap Showdown as Amanda and Chris dive into the sounds of Motown! Amanda will be sharing "My Guy" by Mary Wells, "The Tears of a Clown" by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, and "Money" by Barrett Strong. Chris will be countering with "You Really Got a Hold on Me" by The Miracles, "Let It Whip" by the Dazz Band, and "Do You Love Me (Now That I Can Dance)" by The Contours. Get ready for a musical trip down memory lane as these two music lovers r...

Get ready for a musical throwback on the latest episode of Song Swap Showdown! This time, the theme is all about guilty pleasures, and Chris and Amanda are sharing their most beloved tunes that they're a little embarrassed to admit they love. From Ashlee Simpson's "Pieces of Me" to K$sha's "Tik Tok," Chris brings the pop-punk vibes while Amanda adds some classic tunes with "Then He Kissed Me" by The Crystals and the steamy "I Touch Myself" by diVinyls. Join the fun as they rate and review each o...

Join Chris and Amanda as they face off in the ultimate cover song showdown! In this episode of the Song Swap Showdown, Amanda and Chris each select three iconic cover songs to battle it out. Amanda brings her powerful renditions of Pearl Jam's "Last Kiss," Lauren Daigle's soulful take on "Don't Dream It's Over," and Carrie Underwood's country twist on "I Told You So." Chris counters with his high-energy performances of A Day to Remember's "Since You've Been Gone," Save Ferris' ska-infused vers...

Get ready for a blast from the past on this week's Song Swap Showdown! We're digging deep into the 80s and uncovering some underrated gems that will have you singing along in no time. Chris is bringing the heat with "Starry Eyes" by Motley Crue, "5150" by Van Halen, and "Girl Like You" by The Smithereens. Amanda's picks include "Nobody Owns Me" by Belinda Carlisle, "Heartbreak Express" by Dolly Parton, and "Wrapped Around Your Finger" by The Police. Join us as we debate, rate, and celebrate thes...