Episodes
Feb. 19, 2025
“The Humpty Dance” by Digital Underground
Our Patreon supporters made their voices loud and clear—this week, we’re diving deep into Digital Underground’s unforgettable 1990 hit, “The Humpty Dance”! While some know the group solely for this quirky classic, others rec…
Feb. 18, 2025
SNL 50: The Homecoming Concert and The Anniversary Special Reaction Episode
After all the festivities have come to a close, we share our thoughts on Saturday Night Live's 50th anniversary weekend, which included a star-studded concert and a special Sunday night episode for the ages.
Feb. 14, 2025
Kendrick Lamar Super Bowl Halftime Show Reaction Episode
In this bonus episode, we dive into Kendrick Lamar's unforgettable Super Bowl LIX halftime performance in New Orleans, with special insight from Chris, who was lucky enough to witness it live. We break down the impact of Ken…
Feb. 12, 2025
“Because I Got High” by Afroman (f/ Alan Peterson)
This week, we’re joined by comedian Alan Peterson to explore the rise, fall, and lasting buzz of Afroman’s iconic stoner anthem, “Because I Got High.” From its humble beginnings as an independent release to an unexpected cli…
Feb. 5, 2025
“For What It’s Worth” by Buffalo Springfield (f/ Leah Haslage)
This week, we’re joined by Leah Haslage, host of the Bridechilla podcast, to dive into the cultural and musical legacy of Buffalo Springfield’s timeless classic, “For What It’s Worth.” Though often linked with the Vietnam Wa…
Feb. 3, 2025
The 67th Annual Grammy Awards Reaction Episode
The 67th Annual Grammys delivered a night packed with unforgettable moments, and Chris and Matt are here to break it all down. From Kendrick Lamar and Beyoncé’s big wins to Doechii’s historic Best Rap Album victory, they cov…
Jan. 31, 2025
Ladies & Gentlemen…50 Years of SNL Music Reaction Episode
Live from your podcast feed, it’s One Hit Thunder! This week, Chris and Matt dive into Ladies & Gentlemen...50 Years of SNL Music, the new documentary celebrating the legendary show's musical legacy. From the raw energy of p…
Jan. 29, 2025
“Epic” by Faith No More (f/Jon Lewis)
This week, we’re joined by Jon Lewis of The Dopamines to dive into Faith No More’s explosive 1990 hit “Epic.” While it might seem wild to label anything connected to the prolific Mike Patton as a one-hit wonder, “Epic” remai…
Jan. 23, 2025
"The Promise" by When in Rome
This week, we’re exploring When In Rome’s unforgettable 1988 hit, “The Promise.” What started as a Top 20 new wave anthem recorded in a garden shed has grown into a timeless classic, thanks in part to its revival in Napoleon…
Jan. 15, 2025
“God Bless The U.S.A.” by Lee Greenwood (is the worst song ever written)
In honor of an altogether dreadful Inauguration Day, we’re tackling what might just be the worst song in music history: Lee Greenwood’s bombastic ode to patriotism, “God Bless the U.S.A.” Sure, Greenwood had other country hi…
Jan. 9, 2025
"Finally" by CeCe Peniston
We’ve finally hit 250 episodes, so what better time to talk about CeCe Peniston’s unforgettable 1991 dance anthem, “Finally”? While some may argue this is a controversial pick—Peniston did have a few other Top 20 hits—her na…
Jan. 4, 2025
The Thundred: Mailbag, Snubs, and Hot Takes...LIVE!
In this special live episode of One Hit Thunder recorded on January 3, 2025, Chris and Matt dive into the fiery world of The Thundred—the podcast’s list of the top 100 albums of all time, as voted by listeners, friends, and …
Jan. 1, 2025
Our Fifth Year Countdown
Happy New Year from One Hit Thunder! Today we are looking back at 2024 and ranking every single song we covered from worst to last with the help of Johnny Yetsconish
Dec. 25, 2024
Merry Christmas, Check out our Patreon
For the first time in 4 years we don't have a new episode for you due to it being Christmas Morning. However, we think that there's roughly 3 years of great Patreon content you might be missing out on! So enjoy a collection …
Dec. 18, 2024
“Jenny Says” by Cowboy Mouth (f/ Hunter DeBlanc)
This week, we’re joined by Hunter DeBlanc to talk about his hometown heroes, Cowboy Mouth, and their high-energy 1997 single “Jenny Says.” Against the odds, this Louisiana band broke into the modern rock scene with a song th…
Dec. 11, 2024
“Brimful of Asha” by Cornershop
Patreon voted, and this week we’re diving into Cornershop’s 1997 single “Brimful of Asha”—a song that producer Matt, a true fan, has been waiting for us to cover. Known for blending Indian influences with indie rock, Corners…
Dec. 8, 2024
Yacht Rock: A DOCKumentary Reaction Episode
In this episode, Chris and Matt are joined by yacht rock aficionado Jim Logrando to discuss the new HBO Music Box documentary, Yacht Rock: A DOCKumentary. The trio dives into their favorite moments from the film, which explo…
Dec. 5, 2024
The 2024 Spotify Wrapped Reaction Episode
In this episode, Chris and Matt dive into the excitement of Spotify Wrapped, celebrating the podcast’s impressive 85% growth and its reach across 115 countries. They discuss how 89% of their listeners discovered the show thi…
Dec. 4, 2024
“Lips of an Angel” by Hinder (f/ Jacob Godbey)
This week, we’re joined by Jacob Godbey, who’s ready to belt out his go-to karaoke hit, “Lips of an Angel” by Hinder—a song that’s recently found new life (and irony) on TikTok. But as we dive into this unapologetic butt roc…
Nov. 29, 2024
THE THUNDRED: The Top 100 Albums of All Time (#20 - #1)
In this final installment of THE THUNDRED, Chris and Matt reveal the Top 20 Albums of All Time, closing out their five-part countdown with the most legendary records ever made. Without giving anything away, expect albums pac…
Nov. 27, 2024
“Shut Up and Dance” by WALK THE MOON
It’s been 10 years since WALK THE MOON released “Shut Up and Dance,” a song that’s become a wedding staple and an unstoppable earworm. But what happens when you dig past the hit? This week, we’re diving into the band’s catal…
Nov. 22, 2024
THE THUNDRED: The Top 100 Albums of All Time (#40 - #21)
THE THUNDRED is back! In this exciting installment, Chris and Matt count down from #40 to #21 of the greatest albums of all time, celebrating records that have left a mark across musical history. From an album that defined a…
Nov. 20, 2024
“Buffalo Stance” by Neneh Cherry (f/ Joel Reader)
This week, we’re joined by Joel Reader to talk about Neneh Cherry’s 1989 hit “Buffalo Stance,” a bold, genre-blending anthem that poses the age-old question, “Who’s that gigolo on the street?” In an era when female hip-hop w…