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Beer‘d Al Podcast

Beer‘d Al Podcast

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 The podcast about TWO of the greatest things in the world: Beer and "Weird Al"! ...(Mostly "Weird Al")

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Episodes
  • Even Worse (Which is Good): Even Worse Side 1 Recap

    Even Worse (Which is Good): Even Worse Side 1 Recap
    May 8 2026
    This week, we’re diving headfirst into Side 1 of Even Worse by "Weird Al" Yankovic—the album that reminded the world that Al wasn’t just back… he was even better (ironically, of course). Released in 1988, this record helped relaunch his career and delivered some of his most iconic tracks.

    Joining me is the one and only Insane Ian, and we’re going track by track through Side 1: from the larger-than-life opener “Fat,” to the chaos of “Stuck in a Closet with Vanna White,” the minimalist brilliance of “(This Song’s Just) Six Words Long,” and beyond. We break down the parodies, the originals, the musical influences, and the little details that make this era of Al so special.

    Along the way, expect hot takes, deep cuts, and a whole lot of appreciation for the craftsmanship behind the comedy. Whether you’ve been spinning this album since ‘88 or you’re discovering it for the first time, this is your backstage pass to one of the most important Weird Al records.

    Check out more from Insane Ian:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/insaneian
    Bandcamp: https://insaneian.bandcamp.com/

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Even Worse (Which is Good): HAIR METAL POLKA

    Even Worse (Which is Good): HAIR METAL POLKA
    Apr 10 2026
    What if Even Worse went even… louder?

    In this episode of the Beer’d Al Podcast, Russ brings a fully baked (and possibly unhinged) concept to the table: a Hair Metal Polka that could’ve lived on Weird Al’s Even Worse album. Think big hair, bigger guitars, and a rapid-fire polka mashup of the most iconic glam metal anthems of the era.

    The twist? I have no idea what’s coming.

    Russ has done all the research, built the setlist, and connected the dots—while I’m hearing it all for the very first time. Together, we break down what songs make the cut, how they’d flow in true polka fashion, and whether this alternate-universe track could actually work.

    It’s chaotic.
    It’s nostalgic.
    It’s probably a little ridiculous.

    And honestly? That’s exactly how we like it.

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    1 hr
  • Even Worse (Which is Good): I Think I'm a Clone Now

    Even Worse (Which is Good): I Think I'm a Clone Now
    Mar 27 2026
    What do you get when a 1960s teen love song, an 80s mall pop anthem, and Weird Al Yankovic collide? An identity crisis… with a killer hook.

    In this episode, we’re joined by Jeff with Two Effs from the Suggested Articles Podcast (yes, we have more than one Jeff on this show… which feels very on-brand for a clone episode) as we trace the evolution of I Think We're Alone Now. From Tommy James & the Shondells’ slightly rebellious original, to Tiffany’s glossy, mall-tour domination, and finally to I Think I'm a Clone Now—where things get weird in the best possible way.

    We break down how one melody can tell three completely different stories, why Weird Al’s parody works so well, and how a simple pop song turns into a surprisingly funny take on identity, duplication, and way too many versions of yourself.

    Come for the nostalgia. Stay for the clones.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
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