12RX034 Please (pt1)

12RX034 Please (pt1)

Author: InDepth March 13, 2026 Duration: 1:08:40
In Depth Pet Shop Boys Podcast
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Unboxing the opening chapter of their 40th-anniversary super deluxe celebration of Please, Graham and Chris rewind to PSB Year Zero - the moment an “ex-Smash Hits journalist” met a “weird architect” and began politely reshaping pop. They trace the stories of five pivotal Please people who helped turn Neil and Chris into Pet Shop Boys: eight-track mentor Ray Roberts; Hi-NRG maverick Bobby O, maximalist manager Tom Watkins; rock-steady producer Stephen Hague; and legendary vocalist and Dylan collaborator Helena Springs.  Along they way, they tell the full, cinematic origin stories of West End Girls and Opportunities - from knee-slapping demos and New York studio bills to T.S. Eliot, sealed trains and chart-dodging false starts - and share their own first steps into PSB fandom. It’s the beginning of a two-part deep dive into the album that started everything.  Plus: stay tuned right to the end of the credits for news of the first ever In Depth podcast competition! This season the Pod Cast Boys are joining Pet Shop Boys in supporting War Child - donate via our Just Giving page and get your name in the credits of a future episode: https://www.justgiving.com/page/pet-shop-boys-in-depth-podcast Check out our T-shirt store - all profits from our exclusive designs support the podcast: https://in-depth.teemill.com Find extra In Depth content on our social channels: Facebook: http://tiny.cc/3jhcvz Bluesky: http://tiny.cc/jc7h001 X: http://tiny.cc/lc7h001

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.
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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…

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