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The Jukebox Journey

The Jukebox Journey

By: Eric Taylor
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Eric Taylor is a former radio DJ and is now a history teacher. The Jukebox Journey combines his love of both history and music. In each episode, listeners take a musical journey, exploring the history of a particular year, as well as the song and artist. Along the way, Eric shares some personal anecdotes, as well as the random facts that are stuck in his brain, waiting to escape. Please email Eric any requests for future episodes at jukeboxjourneypodcast@gmail.comEric Taylor Music
Episodes
  • Episode 23: Birdhouse in Your Soul (1990)

    Episode 23: Birdhouse in Your Soul (1990)
    Jul 7 2026

    Bluebirds have appeared throughout history, folklore, and popular culture for as long as we can trace them, often symbolizing happiness, hope, and brighter days ahead. This song takes that familiar image in a slightly different direction. It centers on a blue canary, transforming the small songbird into a powerful symbol of resilience, freedom, and the enduring hope that survives even in difficult times.
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    13 mins
  • Episode 22: Watching the Wheels (1981)

    Episode 22: Watching the Wheels (1981)
    Oct 17 2024

    John Lennon's "Watching the Wheels" is a reflective ballad that offers a glimpse into the life of a father. Conceived during a time when Lennon was embracing his role as a parent, the song captures the simple joys and introspective moments that come with domesticity. As the title suggests, the lyrics revolve around the idea of life's continuous cycle, symbolized by the ever-turning wheels of time.
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    16 mins
  • Episode 21: Titanium (2012)

    Episode 21: Titanium (2012)
    Jan 24 2024

    Stepping out of my comfort zone to talk about a song that was not part of my youth. But if this song doesn't move you physically and emotionally, check your pulse, for you may be dead.
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    14 mins
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