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   S3 · E7 · 22 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

   Hrishikesh Hirway "Home Movies"

   In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriter and fellow podcaster Hrishikesh Hirway to discuss his heartfelt track “Home Movies.” Known as the creator of the podcast Song Exploder, Hrishikesh sits down with the Queens to share about writing his own music, the process behind making his latest album, and learning to navigate loss and grief through his work. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for ...

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   S3 · E6 · 15 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

   Driftwood Choir "The River"

   In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriters Ed Prosek and Drew Southwell (aka Portair) of the duo Driftwood Choir to talk about their vulnerable track, “The River.” Ed and Drew dive into how traveling and confronting major life changes have shaped their music, their love for nature, and the story behind how they came together as a band. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards!&nbsp...

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   S3 · E5 · 8 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

   Chance Peña "The Mountain Is You"

   In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriter Chance Peña to talk about his emotional yet hopeful track, “The Mountain Is You.” Chance opens up about the song’s meaning, exploring themes of vulnerability and the challenge of getting out of your own way. Chance also dives into how he handles the mental toll of touring and what it was like to open for one of his favorite bands, The Lumineers. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast i...

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   S3 · E4 · 1 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 6 min

   Ingrid Michaelson "Keep Breathing"

   In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson to discuss her heartfelt track “Keep Breathing.” Ingrid reflects on the song’s lasting impact and why it continues to resonate with listeners over the years. She also shares stories behind her music’s iconic sync placements, the impact 9/11 had on her career, and her experience writing songs for the hit Broadway musical The Notebook. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast...

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   S3 · E3 · 25 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 5 min

   Nina Persson of The Cardigans "Erase / Rewind"

   In this week’s episode of Sad Song Queens, Laura and Lindsay are joined by the iconic Nina Persson of The Cardigans to unpack the story behind the band’s hit “Erase/Rewind.” Nina dives into the song’s true meaning, shares stories about The Cardigans’ music featured in film, and reflects on what it was like navigating the music industry as a woman in the ’90s. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards! The Signal Awards recogni...

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   S3 · E1 · 4 Mar 2026 · 1 hr 19 min

   Mumford & Sons "Conversation With My Son (Gangsters & Angels)"

   In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with the iconic band, Mumford and Sons, to discuss their song “Conversation With My Son (Gangsters & Angels)” from the new album Prizefighter. The band shares the stories and references that have shaped their songs, Marcus’ parenting moment that inspired “Conversation with My Son,” how they feel about the term “Artist,” and the process of making their latest album. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two...

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   S2 · E25 · 11 Feb 2026 · 41 min

   Anna Ternheim "My Heart Still Beats For You"

   In this week's episode of Sad Song Queens, the Queens are joined by Swedish singer-songwriter Anna Ternheim, who opens up about her beautifully vulnerable track "My Heart Still Beats For You." Anna shares her journey of turning personal turmoil into art, highlighting the therapeutic nature of songwriting, and covering a Backstreet Boys/Max Martin classic. Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards! The Signal Awards recognize t...

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   S2 · E24 · 4 Feb 2026 · 45 min

   NoSo "Nara"

   In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with NoSo to discuss their melancholic song “Nara”. NoSo opens up about the journey of finding themselves as a Korean-American transgender artist, moving from Chicago to LA as a teen, and their process of writing music for their latest album “When Are You Leaving?". Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards! The Signal Awards recognize the podcasts that define culture, and we've been...

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   S2 · E23 · 28 Jan 2026 · 42 min

   Christina Perri "Evergone" Part II

   This week, the Queens are back with part II of their chat with Christina Perri, where she discusses two of her most iconic songs, "Jar of Hearts" and "A Thousand Years," and how they came to be. Christina shares how she first got into music and songwriting, and how these moments have shaped her career. Listen now to the latest episode of the Sad Song Queens podcast! Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards! The Signal Awards ...

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    S2 · E23 · 21 Jan 2026 · 48 min

    Christina Perri "Evergone"

    In this week’s episode, the Queens sit down with Christina Perri to discuss her beloved song “Evergone”, written for her stillborn daughter, Rosie. Christina opens up about her emotional journey through grief and loss, healing through her music, and her evolution as both an artist and an advocate. Newest episode of the Sad Song Queens out TODAY! Exciting news! The Sad Song Queens podcast is a finalist in two categories for the Signal Awards! The Signal Awards recognize the podcast...