12RX021 Achievements

12RX021 Achievements

Author: InDepth May 2, 2025 Duration: 1:11:39
Graham and Chris turn TV hosts to present a special edition of This Is Your Life, calling out Pet Shop Boys’ 10 greatest achievements from the famed Big Red Book. Career highs recalled include having their first 12” available in Soho’s Record Shack, rescuing Dusty and aiding the drive to pardon Alan Turing, as well as subverting UK institutions and rubbing shoulders with Hollywood royalty. There’s also In Depth analysis of Hallo Spaceboy’s cut-up lyrics and Neil’s only published poem, while guests lining up to pay tribute include Bobby O, Madonna, Sammy Davis Jr, Es Devlin, Emily Eavis and Jimmy Tarbuck himself. But will Neil and Chris accept their knighthoods for services to pop? There's only one way to find out...

For fans who live beyond the surface of synth-pop, the In Depth Pet Shop Boys Podcast offers a dedicated space for deep discussion. Hosts Graham and Chris, two enthusiasts who 'wouldn't normally do this kind of thing,' guide each episode with the knowledge and passion of longtime followers. Their conversations delve into the rich catalog and cultural footprint of the iconic duo, moving far beyond the biggest hits. Listeners will hear detailed analyses of album tracks, B-sides, and remixes that often go overlooked. The podcast explores the artistry behind tour productions, music video concepts, and even the distinctive aesthetic choices in sleeve art and stage outfits. It’s a comprehensive audio companion for anyone who wants to appreciate the Pet Shop Boys' work in full context, from their chart-topping moments to their more nuanced artistic statements. This isn't just a retrospective; it's an ongoing dialogue for the devoted, examining new releases and legacy with equal fascination. For a thorough and engaging exploration of one of music's most enduring acts, join Graham and Chris as they unpack the layers that make this duo continually compelling. Tune in to this podcast for a consistently detailed and genuinely fan-focused perspective.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 41

In Depth Pet Shop Boys Podcast
Podcast Episodes
12RX018 Nonetheless (pt1) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:35
In the first part of a new album double-bill, Graham and Chris inadvertently go so In Depth talking about Nonetheless, they don’t even have time to talk about Nonetheless. Nonetheless, there’s loads to say on life since…
12RX017 London [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:09:39
“Let’s do it, let’s break the law!” In an In Depth first, Graham and Chris leave the (un)comfort of the garden shed to take the train to London on a Very Big Pet Shop Boys adventure. Visiting places immortalised in PSB h…
12RX016 Nightlife [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:00
Graham and Chris set the controls to 1999 to immerse themselves in one of Pet Shop Boys’ most polarising releases. Echoing Nightlife’s celebration of both night owls and homebirds, Chris’s nocturnal flashbacks cover Crea…
12RX15 Neil [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:09
Graham and Chris answer the killer question “who’s your favourite Pet Shop Boy?” by attempting to curate a complete history of “early Neil”. From a hatred of football to a love of the theatre, In Depth gets under the ski…
12RX14 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:20
Season three kicks off by marking 40 years of PSB recordings with a forensic examination of the catalogue, in a quest to spot those key tracks which helped propel them forward.
12RX012a Christmas [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:13:15
In a surprise festive episode, Graham and Chris timewarp to 1987 to revisit “peak Pet Shop Boys Christmas”.
12RX012 Chris [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:15
Graham and Chris answer the killer question “who’s your favourite Pet Shop Boy” by taking an In Depth look at what makes the world’s coolest synth icon tick.
12RX011 Collaboration [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:09
Recognising it often takes more than two Pet Shop Boys to change a lightbulb, Graham and Chris go In Depth on PSB musical collaborations.
12RX010 Yes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:57
Graham and Chris take a deep-dive into Pet Shop Boys’ 2009 album Yes, to rediscover a soundtrack of love, trust and hope set against a backdrop of financial crisis and global turmoil.
12RX009 Films [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:50
Graham and Chris order in the oysters and 1942 Chateau Latour to relive the highs and horrors of Pet Shop Boys’ cinematic landmark It Couldn’t Happen Here, before descending into a discussion that proves, from lyrics to…