Summer’s here and the time is right for some outdoor music. We saw the Smile at a tennis court in Queens and we brought along our friend and confirmed millennial, Eddie Hernandez.  Together we geek out on the Smile’s tight set and which moments truly blew us away. Also, we chat about what rockstar stuff Colin is up to, a new pop song that suspiciously sounds like Radiohead, Phil’s reinterpretation of a beautiful Nick Drake song, and Thom’s diverse and intense NTS radio playlist. Plus, we play an exciting game that tests both Kristina and Eddie’s true knowledge of Radiohead titles.

Episode 60 – Bending Hectic

Twenty years ago Radiohead released their lengthy fifth album and we want to celebrate it in all its chaotic glory! We reminisce about Hail to the Thief’s release in 2003 and how its themes resonante still today. Plus we compare Thom’s alternate playlist to the official release. We also discuss at length Jarak Qaribak, Jonny Greenwood’s fantastic collab with Dudu Tassa. As always the newspile is ever-growing as we cover the Smile’s impending NA tour, when the next album might drop, Stanley Donwood’s silly fake band names, Creep being used (yet again) in different media, and Kristina’s sleuthing around an unreleased the Smile song that curiously resembles a song from the 70s. Pay attention!

Episode 59 – 2+2=5

We’ve got a jam-packed new episode with a newspile that is huge and all over the place. We chat about Radiohead’s music showing up yet again in all movies, trailers, and tv shows (YELLOWJACKET SPOILERS at 5:40-12:00), Ed’s recent recording updates, a couple more pleasant interviews with Phil, some new and unlikely collabs with musicians AND food, and Thom’s son Noah addressing being a nepo baby. Also, we went to the US premiere of Thom’s two-piano composition "Don’t Fear the Light" and have many thoughts about it plus all of the other intriguing music on the bill.

Episode 58 – Packt Like Sardines In A Crushd Tin Box

It’s time to discuss our favorite gentleman drummer, Phil Selway. His new album, Strange Dance, has arrived and we give our thoughts on it. Did we like it? How does it compare to his other albums? Is he singing about a breakup? Plus, we chat about Phil’s many interviews where he talks about his first instrument, why Meeting People is Easy isn’t accurate, and the review that still hurts so many years later. As always, we dig through the newspile and find Radiohead art appearing in prestige tv, Jonny’s old music teacher making an announcement, a couple of noteworthy anniversaries, and a truly inspired mash-up for the ages. Plus, we play a challenging game that tests Kristina’s knowledge of Radiohead lyrics.

Episode 57 – Strange Dance

So much is going on with the Radiohead lads that we had to do a full-on newspile episode! We talk about Phil’s two connected music videos from his forthcoming solo album, plus his many fascinating interviews. We also cover the news about the Smile’s upcoming North American tour, their Tiny Desk and KEXP performances, and their clothing choices. In addition, we discuss the amazing Mario 64 rendition of In Rainbows, where Rolling Stone put Thom in their best singers list, and a song collaboration by Noah Yorke and the son of another famous musician.

Episode 56 – Present Tense

It may be a new year but we’re not done with 2022! We recap the Smile’s North American tour and go over more new songs, highlights, and some strange moments. We also talk about our favorite music from the year that isn’t the Smile and our predictions for 2023. Plus, we dig through the ole newspile and discuss Colin playing bass for Nick Cave, Thom’s new, moody Sonos mix, and Radiohead’s music showing up in some unexpected places. HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Episode 55 – Read the Room

The Smile’s North American tour is finally happening and we were lucky enough to nab tickets! We divided and conquered two different nights, so in this episode we compare our concert experiences with each other. Who got to hear more songs? Who was feet away from Thom, Jonny, and Tom? Who almost witnessed a bro fight? We go through both of the setlists, discuss the highlights and breakdowns, and re-listen to the unreleased gems. Plus, the news pile has plenty of Jonny award news, Ed’s one-of-a-kind guitar auction, Phil’s lush new solo single, the other Tom’s jazzy EP, and Thom’s kids’ foray into modeling and music. And over in the Cover Corner, we rave over a fantastic new version of a beloved In Rainbows b-side!

Episode 54 – the Opposite

Halloween is upon us, so we decided to try out a spooky movie sync: the 2018 eerie sci-fi thriller Annihilation and the Smile’s debut album. The results were uncanny and sometimes astonishing! We also sift through the ole news pile and chat about Radiohead on Pitchfork’s latest Best of the 90s lists, Ed’s awkward post about Queen Elizabeth, Thom’s moody new Sonos mix, and an exceptional Creep cover to end all Creep covers (fingers crossed). Plus, we play a mysterious new game...listen if you dare.

Episode 53 – Pana-vision

It’s summertime so you know what that means...more the Smile! We discuss their European tour and the many new and exciting songs they debuted. We also chat about Ed’s fantastic interview with Shaun Keaveny where he talks about his role in Radiohead, his first dream festival line-up and Radiohead’s uncertain future. Are they done? Will they announce their retirement or go quietly into the night? Will we get at least one more album? Plus, we look at what Phil is up to and Thom lends a song to a help out the sharks. They’re misunderstood!

Episode 52 – People on Balconies

It’s OK Computer’s 25th birthday so it’s time to party like it’s 1997! We eagerly dive into the various retrospectives releases for the occasion, including an illuminating track-by-track breakdown with Nigel for BBC Radio 6 Music, and we finally settle the debate of whether or not OK Computer is a concept album (spoiler: it’s not). We also cover all the latest news about The Smile, including ANOTHER brand new song, more visualizers and a possible North American tour!? Plus we check in on what Colin’s up to and vibe out with a new Reckoner remix.

Episode 51 – Fitter Happier

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It has arrived: our 50th episode! Oh, and also The Smile’s debut album, A Light for Attracting Attention. We’re very excited to discuss the record, the intriguing new music videos, the start of their European tour, and why The Smile ISN’T Radiohead. Plus, we chat about Thom and Stanley’s creepy drawings exhibit, Thom’s slightly less anxious Sonos playlist, and what the rest of the Radiohead boys are up to.

Episode 50 – The Opposite

We’ve dug our way out of the ever-growing news pile to bring you another the-Smile-filled episode. We give our thoughts on the album cover art, tracklist, and the wildly different music videos. Plus, we dissect Thom and Jonny’s amusing interview on the Smartless podcast and Thom’s fantastic semi-acoustic solo show in the Swiss alps. We also jam down to another Jonny Jamboree with award disappointments and his fat twitter thumbs.

Episode 49 – Skrting on the Surface

It’s our first episode of 2022 and it is packed with New Year’s goodies! We are pumped after watching The Smile's livestreamed performances in the round. From Thom’s hair to spooky synths to Jonny’s showboating, there is plenty to talk about. Also, we squeeze more out of the Kid A Mnesia reissue with Fear Stalks the Land and the ginormous art book. Plus, we discuss Radiohead donating to another charity auction and have an exciting, extended Jonny Jamboree. We’re in cloud cuckoo land!

Episode 48 – Open the Floodgates

Put on your explorer hats, because we’re finally diving into the mesmerizing and surreal (and free) Kid A Mnesia Exhibition. And we’re not doing it alone, we’re bringing along our gamer friend and returning guest Jay Schmidt! We discuss our initial expectations, our favorite moments, and the history of band-centric video games. Is it a game? Does it make sense? Time will tell!

Episode 47 – Hunting Bears

The year is almost over, so get ready for an extended Jonny Jamboree! SPOILER ALERT: We watched both of the films that Jonny scored and have a lot to say; from the frenzied and divisive jazz fantasia of Spencer to the moody, evocative string landscape of The Power of the Dog. Plus, we chat about Ed selling his guitar for charity, Thom’s anxious new Sonos playlist, The Smile’s surprise Instagram Live rehearsals, Thom &amp; Stanley’s recent podcast appearances, and our favorite (non-Radiohead) music of the year. Happy Holidays everyone!

Episode 46 – Ancient and Modern

After years of waiting...something came! It’s finally here—the Kid A Mnesia reissue—and we have lots to say about it. We welcome friend of the show and three-peat guest Steve Ward to explore the fever dream that is the third disc and all the moments that made our jaws drop. Also, we discuss the new “video game” footage, a very special vintage Radiohead tv performance, more Jonny Jamboree, and an inspiring acoustic cover of Kid A. Take some over-the-counter cold medicine and let it all sink in!

Episode 45 – True Love Waits

It’s officially spooky season and we’re here with many delicious treats! For our third installment of examining Radiohead music in film and tv, we’re focusing on the spooky, mysterious, and dark moments (spoiler alert: pretty much anytime you hear a Radiohead song in anything). Which tv shows and movies make fine use of Radiohead tunes and which ones land with a dud? Also, we dig through the enormous news pile and chat about the content surrounding Thom and Stanley’s Christie’s auction, Jonny’s upcoming film scores, a surprising new song from Thom’s son, and an article that made Sime blind with rage. Happy Halloween!

Episode 44 – Climbing Up the Walls

The hype train has finally entered the station! We are very excited to talk about the now very real Kid A Mnesia reissue in all its different forms and the astonishing new/old song they released.  Plus, we geek out about the newly announced Radiohead video game! We also sift through the ole newspile with Jonny’s upcoming movie scores and his love for chickens, Thom’s eclectic new Sonos playlist, and a fantastic cover of a beloved b-side. If that's not enough, Kristina discovers some mind-blowing samples hidden deep in some Amnesiac songs and we play a fun new TikTok themed game, You and Whose Comment? If you know how to get a PS5, let us know!

Episode 43 – If You Say the Word

It’s time for a very special episode of Radiohead Heads Radio! We’re recording in person for the first time in over a year and celebrating Amnesiac’s 20th birthday. With the Kid Amnesiac reissue finally (somewhat) confirmed we speculate about what would make for a solid reissue of those classic albums.  We also break down Thom and Jonny’s post-punk sidepiece, the Smile. Lots of bangers with some funky bass from Thom, sick shredding from Jonny, and jazzy beats from other Tom. There’s plenty of news in the ole newspile including some theories that AMSP is Radiohead’s secret goodbye, a delightful fanzine from 1994, Radiohead’s relationship to video games, and of course those ever perplexing TikToks! #MEWanon™️

Episode 42 – We Don’t Know What Tomorrow Brings

Step onboard the hype train and put on your tinfoil hats because things are a-stirring in Radioheadland! We dive real deep into what all these mysterious TikToks could possibly mean: New album? Kid Amnesiac anniversary box set? Or just trolling? The evidence points in many interesting directions. Also, the regular newspile is filled with all sorts of goodies. Ed’s charming chat with Phil “Mad Dog” Selway and his fanboy brodown with Macca, Thom using Creep for ~*~fashion~*~, and the first livestream of this year's YouTube concert series -- a 2008 gig at an impossibly small venue in London. #bumblefuck

Episode 41 – I Might Be Wrong

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Love this! How are there no toher fun Radiohead podcasts?? So good!!!

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Episode 34 – Electioneering

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Episode 3 – Anyone Can Play Guitar

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Episode 6 – Exit Music (for a Film)

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Episode 5 – Separator

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Episode 4 – Videotape

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Episode 9 – The Tourist

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Episode 29 – No Surprises

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Episode 24 – There There

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Episode 32 – (Ladies & Gentlemen, Thank You for Coming)

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Episode 21 – Punchdrunk Lovesick Singalong

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Episode 8 – We Suck Young Blood

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Episode 31 – How I Made My Millions

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Episode 27 – Twist

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Episode 30 – the Daily Mail

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Episode 33 – Where Bluebirds Fly

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