Episode 45: The White Stripes

This week we dissect the widely beloved White Stripes. While Alex has been a fan for years, this was Mike's first deep dive on the band—and let's just say he's probably going to enrage some people with this episode. Despite how some might feel about this band, the White Stripes emerged during a time when pop culture was starving for hard rock, which alone solidifies their place among many of the greats. Chill out, Mike.

Closing track: "Jolene" from Hello Operator single (2000)

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Mike's Picks: Elephant (2003) — Best Album Icky Thump (2007) — Personal Favorite The White Stripes (1999) — Worst Album

Alex's Picks: Elephant (2003) — Best Album The White Stripes (1999) — Personal Favorite Get Behind Me Satan (2005) — Worst Album

Albums we discussed this episode… The White Stripes (1999) De Stijl (2000) White Blood Cells (2001) Elephant (2003) Get Behind Me Satan (2005) Icky Thump (2007)

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