Dave, recording from a writer's retreat in Papoose Pond, Maine, taps into the power of music to evoke memories and tell stories. Dave engages with fellow retreat participants and listeners from the ‘Machine Nation’ community to share meaningful songs and the personal stories behind them. The episode features a variety of musical tastes—from The Cars' 'Just What I Needed' and Jay-Z’s 'Song Cry,' to Jefferson Starship’s 'Jane' and Otis Redding’s 'Sitting on the Dock of the Bay.' Each guest narrates why their selected song holds special significance, creating a rich tapestry of music-inspired memories, ranging from first breakups and nostalgic summers to family bonding moments and poignant personal reflections. Special contributions from listeners include mentions of Tracy Chapman's 'Fast Car,' The B-52's 'Deadbeat Club,' and Simple Minds’ 'Don’t You (Forget About Me).' The episode concludes with reflections on the connections between music, memories, and personal growth.
 
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01:10 Deirdre: The Cars - Just What I Needed
05:38 Phil: Jay-Z - Song Cry
08:57 Wren: Veruca Salt - The Gospel According to St. Me
11:48 Leslie: Don Henley - Boys of Summer
14:18 Buzz: Otis Redding: Sitting on the Dock of the Bay
16:03 Otis Redding's Tragic Story
17:27 Bev: Hold My Hand by Jess Glynne
19:02 Brendan: Jane by Jefferson Starship
23:38 Beth: Fast Car by Tracy Chapman
24:45 Michael Patrick Lewis: The Deadbeat Club by The B-52's
25:27 Mikey O: Don't You (Forget About Me) by Simple Minds
27:39 Professor David Gallant: What Was I Made For - Billie Eilish
 

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