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BONUS: Spreading Christmas Cheer With A Story Cube Game Inspired by Paul McCartney's Classic "Wonderful Christmastime"

We’re simply having a Wonderful Christmastime at Rhapsody in Reverie! Just in time for the festive season, Adrienne and Katarina wrap up the year with their last bonus episode of 2021. Set to Paul McCartney’s “Wonderful Christmastime,” our intrepid duo tell a wild tale of Christmas tree farms, big city boys, small town girls, and…speakeasies. And a main character named Paul, but not for the reason you think! Maybe it’s Christmas Magic, maybe it’s the 5 cups of coffee Katarina had before recording, but this bonus episode will turn out to be a magical experience.

BONUS: A Thanksgiving Inspired Story Cube Tale To The Grateful Tune of Nat King Cole's "Thanks To You"

In the Fourth--ahem, Third installment of our Bonus Content, Adrienne and Katarina unleash their story cubes on Nat King Cole’s “Thanks to You,” in honor of the Thanksgiving season. But in the spirit of the chaos of these episodes, things go a little bit...spacey. Will our intrepid duo tell a cohesive tale of holiday travel, Egyptology, and romance? Will they capture the spirit of giving and gratitude? Or will they end up totally-not-ripping off a Canadian sci-fi show that definitely does not already exist? Tune in for this special episode of Rhapsody in Reverie to find out!

Happy Thanksgiving, Listeners! We’re so grateful for all of you!

BONUS: More Story Cube Tales and Games Inspired By Gwen Stefani's "Rich Girl" Live From The Woods Somewhere

Adrienne and Katarina are back for another bonus episode, this time broadcasting from an undisclosed location in the middle of the woods! And what better way to celebrate getting in touch with the wilderness than by telling a story about a Bigfoot who just wants to be a #Girlboss? Set to “Rich Girl” by Gwen Stefani, this round of Rory’s Story Cubes is bound to make you laugh, scream, and perhaps even warm your hearts. Or hey, it’ll at least make you laugh.

BONUS: Playing Games on Summer Vacation with Some Quick Music-Inspired Tales of Nonsense

Our serious stories are taking a pause for the rest of our summer vacay! It’s game time on Rhapsody in Reverie as Adrienne and Katarina play Rory’s Story Cubes, and use them to try and tell you two great (albeit nonsensical) stories, inspired by “Talk Dirty” by Jason Derulo and “Live & Let Go” by Paper & Places. Will our storytellers be stumped by these quizzical cubes? Will Adrienne understand French? Will Katia mourn the loss of her beloved gnome character? Tune in now to find out!

Season 6 Episode 6: Full Moon: Taking One Last Ride with Willow and Judah in Stories Inspired by Avi Kaplan's Song, "Full Moon"

It’s time to saddle up for one last ride… This time on Rhapsody in Reverie, Adrienne and Katarina conclude the epic four-episode saga of Willow and Judah.The clock is ticking as time runs out for our beloved cowboy exorcist, whose past is finally on the verge of catching up with him. Will he be able to reach Willow in time to save her from the fires of her anger before she burns out completely? Or will her rage lead her on a path to revenge that neither of them will come back from? Inspired this time by Avi Kaplan’s song “Full Moon,” our intrepid podcasters push their stories to new heights, and try to answer the question… How do you save a poltergeist?

Updates, Announcements, and a Sneak Peak At Our Upcoming Episode

Hey there listeners! It’s your friendly neighborhood co-host, Adrienne, here with a couple updates on the show. You may have noticed it has been a while since our last episode. And before I continue, don’t fret, more episodes of Rhapsody in Reverie are coming, but we did want to let you know what’s been going on.

Season 6 Episode 5: Ivy: Continuing Our Cowboy Adventure With More Short Stories of Love and Betrayal Inspired By Taylor Swift’s Evermore Hit, “Ivy”

Saddle up, cowboys! It’s time to continue the story of Judah, the exorcist cowboy, and his terrible life choices. Adrienne and Katarina draw inspiration from another T-Swift hit, “Ivy,” and ask the question…”what about the wife?” Will our storytellers manage to add another meaningful layer to their trilogy? Will Judah, Willow, and Ivy finally stop living in their heads rent free? Will a misheard lyric spell ‘doom’ for this installment? All of these questions and more will be answered on this episode of Rhapsody in Reverie!

Season 6 Episode 4: Willow: Weaving Old Western Tales of Love and Betrayal Inspired By Taylor Swift’s Witchy and Wonderful Evermore Single, “Willow”

Last week, Adrienne and Katarina brought you characters so nice they had to write them twice! Serendipitously inspired by “Willow,” the lead single from Taylor Swift’s surprise album Evermore, Adrienne and Katarina are riding back out into the wild west and back in time for a prequel to the thrilling adventure of our lonely cowboy, Judah, and his vengeful poltergeist from the Cat Clyde “I Don’t Belong Here” episode. Who was this haunting spirit? How did they die? What did Judah do to earn their wrath? All will be revealed in two epic short stories filled with love, desire, and betrayal. Grab your cowboy hats and wreck your plans, dear listeners, as Adrienne and Katarina discuss Taylor Swift’s enchanting hit and take you on another wild ride.

I Don’t Belong Here: A Haunting Ride through the Wild West, inspired by Cat Clyde’s “I Don’t Belong Here”

Adrienne and Katarina ride back into the podcast in their triumphant return from their holiday break! This week, they talk about Cat Clyde’s dark, indie hit, “I Don’t Belong Here,” and craft a set of stories you wouldn’t believe. Moved by the song’s feelings of self-imposed isolation and nomadic existence, Adrienne and Katarina found inspiration in an unlikely place for their tales: westerns. From a vengeful poltergeist who just wants to watch the world burn around her, to an exorcist cowboy trying to set things right, our stories this week are ones you’ll have to listen to in order to believe. Saddle up, listeners, you’re in for a wild ride.

Ho Ho Hopefully: Spreading Christmas Cheer With Wholesome Rom-Coms Inspired By The Maine’s Christmas Classic “Ho Ho Hopefully”

Adrienne and Katarina are about to unleash the gift of reckoning upon you all this week. Inspired by The Maine’s holiday classic “Ho Ho Hopefully,” our dynamic duo have crafted two very wholesome holiday romances that rival the sappy nature of the Hallmark Channel. Ever driven yourself to distraction while struggling to find a loved one the perfect gift? Have you ever wondered if the cuffing season affects Santa’s elves who work at the mall? Then grab your hot cocoa, cozy up with a warm blanket, and let the fireplace roar: it’s time for the Christmas episode!

We're Back! Season 6 Episode 1! Boys Get Straight: Spooky Halloween Tales and Discussions Inspired By Johnny Marr's "Boys Get Straight"

Welcome back, Rhapsody Fam, as we rise from our graves just in time for the end of October! This week, Adrienne and Katarina introduce their brand new format by focusing on the song “Boys Get Straight” by Johnny Marr.

Season 5 Episode 10! It's Broadway, Baby!: Discussing Favorite Broadway Hits and Classics from American Psycho, Phantom of The Opera, Hadestown and More!

There’s no business like show business! This week, Adrienne and Katarina take on the bright lights of Broadway, discussing everything from old standards to modern classics from shows like Sunday in The Park With George, Spring Awakening, A New Brain, and more! Listen to Season 5 Episode 10 of Rhapsody in Reverie here!

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamMay 28, 2020broadway, Not A Common Man, Matt Smith, American Psycho, Dead Girl Walking, Barrett Wilbert Weed, Ryan McCartan, Heathers, Defying Gravity, Idina Menzel, Kristen Chenoweth, Wicked, All I Ask Of You, Sarah Brightman, Steve Barton, The Phantom of the Opera, I’ve Decided to Marry You, Bryce Pinkham, Lauren Worsham, Lisa O’Hare, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, The Bitch of Living, Brian Johnson, Gideon Glick, John Gallagher Jr., Jonathan B. Wright, Jonathan Groff, Skylar Astin, Spring Awakening, Prologue, Josh Groban, Denée Benton, Brittain Ashford, Lucas Steele, Amber Gray, Grace McLean, Nick Choksi, Nicholas Belton, Gelsey Bell, Paul Pinto, Natasha Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Another Room in Your Head, Molly Gordon, Colton Ryan, Alice By Heart, December 1963 (Oh What A Night), Daniel Reichard, Ensemble, Tituss Burgess, Jersey Boys, Way Down Hadestown, André De Shields, Hadestown, On My Own, Frances Ruffelle, Les Misérables, Move On, Mandy Patinkin, Bernadette Peters, Sunday in the Park with George, Heart and Music, A New Brain, I Can’t Recall, James Barbour, A Tale of Two Cities, musical, musicals, musical theater, musical theatre, broadway hits, broadway classics, tony awards, the tony's, music, music review, music blog, music podcast, theater, theatre, play, stage, mainstage, rhapsody, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody fam, fearsome critters

Season 5 Episode 9! Cookin' Up Something Good: Discussing Our Favorite Songs to Cook to From Artists Like Jack Johnson, The 1975, Childish Gambino, Four Tops and More!

This week, Adrienne and Katarina talk about the best music to cook to, whether you feel like making a three-course meal or simply want to microwave a burrito. Featuring hits by Jack Johnson, The 1975, Charles Trenet, Mitski, Hozier, Harry Styles and more, Rhapsody in Reverie has you covered in the kitchen.

Rhapsody in Reverie TeamMay 21, 2020cooking, chef, cook, food, kitchen, cooking playlist, baking, cooking songs, banana pancakes, jack johnson, upside down, nobody, mitski, hungry eyes, eric carmen, i cant help myself, i can't help myself, i can't help myself (sugar pie honey bunch), i can't help myself sugar pie honey bunch, sugar pie honey bunch, four tops, summertime magic, childish gambino, donald glover, feels like summer, watermelon sugar, harry styles, cake by the ocean, dnce, Que rest-t'il de nos amour, Charles Trenet, Si Tu Vois Ma Mere, Claude Luter et Son Orchestre, Come on-a My House, Rosemary Clooney, If I Knew You Were Comin’ (I’d Have Baked a Cake), Eileen Barton, If I Knew You Were Comin’, I’d Have Baked a Cake, Le Festin, Camille, sunday in london, Kids That Fly, Me & You Together Song, Me and You Together Song, The 1975, the 1975, matty healy, george daniel, ross macdonald, adam hann, stay, pronoun, alyse vellturo, dare, the higher, where I'm from, digable planets, stir fry, migos, chicken fried, zac brown band, what baking can do, jessie mueller, waitress, waitress original cast, sara bareilles, fearsome critters, eat, music, music blog, music podcast, pop, pop punk, pop rock, pop music, 80s pop, indie pop, dream pop, rock, rock music, r&b, rap, alt rock, alternative, alternative rock, indie, indie music, french, french jazz, jazz, hozier, rhapsody, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody fam, podcast, podcasts, new podcast

Season 5 Episode 8! Songs for the Moms: Discussing the Music That Make Us Miss Mom From Artists Like Phil Collins, Carole King, Teena Marie and More!

Happy (Belated) Mother’s Day to all the fantastic mamas out there! This week, Adrienne and Katarina are diving into their favorite tunes that they associate with their favorite Mom-Related Memories! From wild disco anthems by Frankie Smith and ABBA, to classic hits by The Beatles, Eagles, and Prince, our hosts take a leisurely drive down memory lane with the best possible soundtrack.

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamMay 13, 2020mother's day, mom, moms, happy mother's day, double dutch bus, frankie smith, train, hey soul sister, chicken soup with rice, carole king, pierre, sweet dreams, sweet dreams are made of this, sweet dreams (are made of this), eurythmics, annie lennox, in the air tonight, phil collins, i hope you dance, lee ann womack, dancing queen, abba, the way you move, outkast, sleepy brown, i would die 4 u, prince, disco lady, johnnie taylor, fast car, tracy chapman, penny lane, the beatles, perfect day, miriam stockley, desperado, the eagles, eagles, in your eyes, peter gabriel, Death of a Bachelor, panic at the disco, Panic At The Disco, Panic! At The Disco, Brendon Urie, my love my life, deja vu, deja vu i've been here before, deja vu (i've been here before), i've been here before, teena marie, alex the astronaut, i think you're great, waste of time, music, music blog, music podcast, podcast, pop, pop music, 80s pop, rock, rock music, r&b, funk, soul, disco, classic rock, fearsome critters, rhapsody, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody fam

Season 5 Episode 7! Around The World In 80 Songs: Discussing Our Favorite Songs Outside The US From Artists Like Clarice Falcão, Sigur Rós, BTS and More!

We’re taking a journey around the world this week...through music! Join hosts Adrienne and Katarina as they discuss their favorite international bops, from bossa nova to K-pop, Italian pop to french rock, German R&B to salsa. Featuring artists like Clarice Falcão, Sigur Rós, BTS, Caterina Valente, Édith Piaf, and many more, you’ll be sure to enjoy a playlist full of incredible hits from all around the world.

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamMay 6, 2020posso ser, lexa, call me baby, exo, kill this love, blackpink, i got a boy, girls generation, lucifer, shinee, bist du down?, ace tee, kwame, eu me lembro, clarice falcão, silva, ta pedia tou pirea, melina mercouri, flamme à lunettes, dionysos, olivia ruiz, ne me quitte pas, jacques brei, irene, irene (erene), nana mouskouri, harry belafonte, mon coeur n'est plus doux, tó brandileone, o que você tem, banda fly, outro: Ego, bts, cuban pete, desi arnaz, guadalajara, desi arnaz & his orchestra, babalu, caterina valente, silvo francesco, blecaute, jota quest, anitta, nile rogers, nile rodgers, ekki múkk, sigur rós, songs, international songs, pop, kpop, rock, sertanejo, salsa, r&b, mulherin, never know, rhapsody, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody fam, rhapsody in reverie, music, music blog, music podcast, podcast

Season 5 Episode 6! Cleared for Departure: Discussing Our Favorite Songs for the Airport By Artists Like Talking Heads, Simon & Garfunkel, A Tribe Called Quest and More

Pack your bags and get ready for takeoff! No, Adrienne and Katarina haven’t gone completely stir-crazy; this week, Rhapsody in Reverie is headed to the airport as we talk about Travel Songs! We may be stuck at home, but this playlist is sure to make you feel like you’re off on an adventure with hits from Night Beds, Chet Faker, A Tribe Called Quest, Wham, Simon & Garfunkel, and many more!

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamApril 29, 2020Remind Me (Radio Edit), remind me, royksopp, röyksopp, love streams, night beds, midnight train to georgia, gladys knight & the pips, gladys knight, africa, toto, lesson in patience, chet faker, nick murphy, cigarettes & loneliness, who knows who cares, local natives, ready to go, ready to go (get me out of my mind), panic at the disco, Panic At The Disco, Panic! At The Disco, boarding time, sizarr, dying to start again, lovelife, on the wing, owl city, award tour, a tribe called quest, dear mccracken, bug hunter, the only living boy in new york, simon & garfunkel, america, once in a lifetime, talking heads, david byrne, in the aeroplane over the sea, neutral milk hotel, wake me up before you go go, Wham!, george michael, danger zone, Kenny Loggins, airfield, javelin, life in a northern town, the dream academy, airport, airplane, flight, fly, flying, airline, boarding, departure, arrival, travel, trip, travel playlist, airport playlist, playlist, indie, indie rock, indie music, indie folk, indie pop, folk, pop, pop rock, pop punk, pop music, rock, alt rock, alternative, alternative rock, music, music blog, music review, music podcast, rhapsody, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody fam, mags, m.a.g.s., drugs, stutter, lt. headed, lt headed, light headed, fearsome critters

Season 5 Episode 5! Mother Nature Knows Best: Celebrating Earth Day With Songs About Nature From Marvin Gaye, John Denver, Ben Howard and More

Happy Earth Day, Listeners! It’s time to let the sunshine in and appreciate the beauty of Nature...or at least appreciate some nature-inspired tunes. This week Rhapsody in Reverie do a deep dive into songs about nature, featuring hits by Marvin Gaye, John Denver, Local Natives, Porter Robinson, and many more!

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamApril 22, 2020earth day, earth, mother nature, mother earth, nature, environment, happy earth day, earth day songs, sea legs, the shins, ocean, alice smith, mercy mercy me, mercy mercy me the ecology, mercy mercy me (the ecology), the ecology, Marvin Gaye, john denver, rocky mountain high, sunshine on my shoulders, flowers, nothing but, nothing but flowers, (nothing but) flowers, talking heads, david byrne, here comes the sun, the beatles, mother nature's son, strawberry fields forever, we move like the ocean, bad suns, my house by the water, mac demarco, orange trees, marina, MARINA, marina and the diamonds, first rain, teen daze, last great american whale, lou reed, big yellow taxi, joni mitchell, have you ever seen the rain, creedence clearwater revival, colors of the wind, judy kuhn, pocahontas, fire and rain, james taylor, old pine, ben howard, a fax from the beach, classixx, letter by the water, the japanese house, águas de março, aguas de marco, waters of march, antonio carlos jobim, antônio carlos jobim, elis regina, bossa nova, sun hands, local natives, sunshine, tom misch, fireflies, owl city, indie, music, music podcast, music blog, pop, pop punk, pop rock, pop music, indie pop, dream pop, folk, indie folk, indie rock, indielectronica, indie music, rock, rock music, alt rock, alternative, alternative rock, jordan hawkins, thankful, we have, fearsome critters, rhapsody, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody fam, podcast, earth day playlist

Weekend Round Up: New Releases From Cheap Cuts, The Front Bottoms and More

Weekend Round Up: New Releases From Cheap Cuts, The Front Bottoms and More

We’re sharing a few of the new songs that came out this past week that we couldn’t get enough of! Read on below to hear some of Rhapsody in Reverie co-host Katarina’s favorites of the moment by artists The Front Bottoms, Ingrid Michaelson and Cheap Cuts!

Season 5 Episode 4! Let's Get This Bread: Discussing Songs About Money From Artists Kendrick Lamar, Pet Shop Boys, Madonna and More

It’s all about the money, money, money, money, (MOOOOONAAAAY) this week on Rhapsody in Reverie as we dive into the musical world of cold hard cash. From songs that praise it, to songs that question how it changes us as people and a society, musicians from all genres have something to say about it. So buckle up, plug in those headphones, and listen to Adrienne and Katarina discuss hits by Kendrick Lamar, Run the Jewels, Kanye West, Pet Shop Boys, Madonna, and many more! Let’s get this bread.

New EpisodesRhapsody in Reverie TeamApril 15, 2020big rings, drake, future, fuck up some commas, just got paid, nsync, opportunities, let's make lots of money, opportunities let's make lots of money, pet shop boys, illusion coma pimp and circumstance, prince, gold digger, kanye west, jamie foxx, skit, late registration, money, pink floyd, vampire money, my chemical romance, lawyers guns and money, warren zevon, money money money, abba, no money, money for nothing, dire straits, easy money, johnny marr, lie cheat steal, run the jewels, money maker, ludacris, pharrell williams, material girl, for free?, kendrick lamar, how much a dollar cost, james fauntleroy, ronald isley, rich sex, nicki minaj, lil wayne, money good, megan thee stallion, billionaire, travie mccoy, bruno mars, bitch better have my money, rihanna, collard greens, schoolboy q, dollar signs, calvin harris, tinashe, m.o, m.o.n.e.y., the 1975, dollar, cash, music, rap, rock, pop, pop music, music podcast, new podcast, music blog, rhapsody, rhapsody podcast, rhapsody in reverie, rhapsody fam

New Single: "Can't Get Enough (Of Your Rock & Roll)" by The Escapades

New Single: "Can't Get Enough (Of Your Rock & Roll)" by The Escapades

Read Rhapsody in Review Co-Host Katarina’s Review of The Escapades’s upcoming single “Can’t Get Enough (Of Your Rock & Roll)” available on April 10th!