Whoopee, We're All Gonna Die

Whoopee, We're All Gonna Die

Author: Zachary Singer March 29, 2021 Duration: 1:03:28

The Vietnam War is the defining event of the back end of the 1960s. When it begins in 1948, it is a war for independence that is waged by the Vietnamese people against the French, who had possessed it as a colony. By the time that the Americans become fully involved in 1964, it has morphed into something much harder to describe. Today, we will attempt to lay out how America got into the nation of Vietnam, and some of the actions that were taken during the war that resulted in the creation of the largest anti-war movement in American history.


Zachary Singer hosts In Time: A Music History Podcast, a series dedicated to the stories woven into the soundtracks of our lives. This isn't just a chronological list of facts or a dry analysis of theory. Instead, each episode digs into how a particular piece of music, artist, or movement was fundamentally shaped by the events, technologies, and social currents surrounding it. You'll hear familiar songs in a completely new way, understanding the political unrest that fueled a protest anthem, the technological breakthrough that created an iconic synth sound, or the personal struggle behind a timeless lyric. The podcast operates on the idea that music doesn't exist in a vacuum; it's a living reaction to and a reflection of its moment. By placing these works back into their original context, the series reveals the deeper connections between the notes we hum and the world that composed them. Tune in for thoughtful, narrative-driven explorations that go far beyond the biography, offering a richer appreciation for why certain melodies continue to resonate across decades. It’s for anyone who has ever wondered about the real story behind the music.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 60

In Time: A Music History Podcast
Podcast Episodes
The Middle Eight [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:13
The Dark Ages or the Middle Ages seem horribly impenetrable to us in our modern, secular age. Buried beneath this heavy weight of religious belief and strange images is a culture that is rich in meaning, symbolism, and a…
What We Know About What We Don't Know [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:02
In this episode, Zach and Susan explore the vast region of time that precedes our recorded history and try to piece together how music and art came to be.
The Overtone Window [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:41
In our second season premier we revisit a part of music that Zach neglected to mention when we began the show - the overtone series. Join us and learn how it influences the tendencies and sound of our music.
The Overtone Window [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:41
In our second season premier we revisit a part of music that Zach neglected to mention when we began the show - the overtone series. Join us and learn how it influences the tendencies and sound of our music.
D.S. Al Coda [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:38
A quick announcement from In Time: A Music History Podcast. We're on break until September 6th, but we'll be back with our next season shortly.
Who Writes the Canon? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:56
This week in our Summer Season finale, Zach and Susan discuss why we've chosen to canonize certain musicians over others and our thoughts on its general merits.
Being a Cultural Custodian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:50
This week, we have a follow up to an interview that I did with Chris Munce of the Choralosophy Podcast. I wanted to explore the idea of being a "Cultural Custodian," the implications it has for those of us outside of edu…
Susan Saxed Sousa [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:22
This week, Susan leads us through the tales of John Phillips Sousa and Adolphe Sax.