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Hosted by Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek · society · EN
Two old friends from the 80s meet to tell stories and discuss pop culture, then and now. Enjoy as they spend time with musicians and authors, artists and friends, and sometimes all of the above.
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Signup to Generate a PitchTwo old friends from the 80s meet to tell stories and discuss pop culture, then and now. Enjoy as they spend time with musicians and authors, artists and friends, and sometimes all of the above.
Third Song In is hosted by Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek. The show has published 126 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Group and Supergroup" (26 October 2026, 58 minutes), "You've Got a Friend in Pixar" (19 October 2026, 57 minutes), and "Rodney Dewalt - Build-A-Playlist" (12 October 2026, 59 minutes).
Third Song In publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 57 minutes across 126 episodes.
Booking probability for Third Song In is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Third Song In requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Third Song In's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Third Song In are Artists, Writers & Performers. Third Song In has a society audience.
Chris Derickson and Tom Polacek hosts Third Song In, a society podcast with 126 episodes published.
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Episode #1405
Tom and Chris discuss musical supergroups and come up with their top 5 list. Listen to the episode and then email us at thirdsongin@gmail.com with your comments or criticism. You can find our blog on Substack and plenty...
Episode #1404
Chris and Tom discuss their Top 5 favorite Pixar movies (and most of the rest of them as well). Join them in their conversation about the magic of animation when done right, along with a bunch of other fun stuff. Email...
Episode #1403
Chris and Tom are joined by former Washington University in St. Louis basketball player and current lawyer and podcaster, Rodney Dewalt. Listen in as they discuss podcasting with your friends (and with your wife)...
Episode #1401
Tom interviews Washington D.C.-area graphic and comics artist, Sean Anderson. Listen as Sean discusses travelling to comics conventions and making art for a living. Sean also joins Tom and Chris to create a "Quiet...
Episode #1310
This is a weird one. Here is the partial episode that Chris and Tom recorded as they waited to interview one of their musical heroes, Bobby Bare, Jr. for the Season 12 finale. C and T enjoyed it so much they held on to...
Episode #1309
This week we talk to filmmaker Ava Farrar about film school, film festivals and making films. She also helps us create an amazing playlist, which is currently available on Spotify and wherever you stream your music...
Episode #1308
This episode includes the Third Song In Top 5 list of Best Fight Films! Listen to Chris and Tom discuss their favorite "tournament-type" fight films, covering boxing, MMA, martial arts and others. Go to...
Episode #1307
We are honored to welcome author, musician, journalist and activist Gabriel Rotello to the show. We discuss his new novel, The CBGB Conspiracy, as well as his incredibly interesting life, going back to the beginning of...
Episode #1305
Tom and Chris get their 80's on and discuss their favorite John Hughes films. Listen in to see if your Top 5 matches theirs. Email us your questions, comments and suggestions at thirdsongin@gmail.com, and read our blog...
Chris interviews Washington University Head Football Coach, Aaron Keen. Listen as our guest helps us create a 90's grunge playlist and talks about coaching football at all levels in the NCAA. Find our blog on Substack...
Episode #1302
Join Chris and Tom as they interview sound designer and historian, H'Aenise Coopwood as they discuss museums, history, soundscapes and music that sends you. Find links for H'Aenise and all our other guests at As...
Episode #1302
This week Chris and Tom discuss the greatest action movie franchise--Die Hard! You can find their Top 5 list and lots of other content at Third Song In Podcast Email us with questions, comments or suggestions at...
Episode #1301
For the Season 13 premiere, Chris and Tom pick their favorite band from each decade from the 80s through the 20s. See if you agree (you probably won't). Either way, enjoy the show! You can find our weekly blog at (2)...
Episode #1210
For the finale of Season 12, Chris and Tom interview one of their musical heroes--Bobby Bare Jr.! They discuss Bobby's musical career and his love for performing live, (on stage and in people's houses). They also create...
Chris and Tom welcome former Olympian, author, resilience coach and mental health advocate, Amy Gamble. Together they discuss Olympic team handball, playing basketball for The University of Tennessee, world travel, and...
Episode #1208
Your podcasters welcome an old classmate and teammate, Phil Shelton. They discuss the good old days, delve into Phil's involvement in the Winnetka Music Festival, and talk live music in general. Email us your questions...
Episode #1207
Tom and Chris (mostly Tom) discuss Wes Anderson's filmography as a director and together they come up with a Top 5 list of his best films. Email us at thirdsongin@gmail.com to comment or argue with our picks! Look for...
Episode #1206
Sportscaster and author Rob King returns to the show to talk middle grade fantasy novels and the 2026 NFL draft, and a lot of stuff in-between. You can find links to Rob's latest novel at www.thirdsonginpodcast.com. You...
Episode #1205
Chris and Tom welcome back author and immigration attorney, Bamidele Adelayo! Listen as they discuss Bami's two new children's books and the difference between writing for adults and for kids. Bami also helps your...
Episode #1204
Chris and Tom discuss the phenomenon of being "Shawshanked" -- when THAT movie is on and you just sit down and watch it all the way to the end. They then pick their Top 5 Shawshank movies! Check out...
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director of the School of Architecture, Cuba Solidarity Campaign
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