The Story Song Podcast

Wonder by Natalie Merchant

The Story Song Podcast

Show Notes

You better believe what you’re seeing! It’s another episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts on a house call as they review 1995’s “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant. We’ll challenge your balance as we discuss NPR names, how to become a cult leader, and 9,999 maniacs plus a Merchant. So follow your destiny, and have some patience because as far as we see, we can offer no explanation for you to not listen to this episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. You’ll make your way. “Wonder” by Natalie Merchant (from the album Tigerlily) is available on Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, Tidal, Pandora, Spotify, or wherever you listen to music. Continue the conversation; follow THE STORY SONG PODCAST on social media. Follow us on Instagram (storysongpodcast), and Facebook (thestorysongpodcast), Threads (storysongpodcast), GoodPods, and Podchaser. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More from The Story Song Podcast

Oct 19, 2026

Happy Halloween from THE STORY SONG PODCAST! In this episode, your hosts review the 1978 rock classic, “Werewolves of London” by singer/songwriter Warren Zevon.

Oct 5, 2026

All aboard the train bound for nowhere! It’s the very special 175th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST. Join your hosts as they revisit and re-review the 1978 country music classic, “The Gambler,” written by Don Schlitz and performed by Kenny Rogers.

Sep 21, 2026

BONUS EPISODE: The celebration of the upcoming 175th episode of THE STORY SONG PODCAST begins with this special bonus episode. Join your hosts on a train bound for nowhere as they discuss The Gambler, the 1980 television movie adapted from the classic story song, written by Don Schlitz and performed by Kenny Rogers.

Sep 7, 2026

Trigger warning: This episode delves into songs that discuss sensitive topics, including domestic violence, abortion, suicide, and gun violence. Listener discretion is advised.

Aug 17, 2026

ALL-BUMMER SUMMER continues on THE STORY SONG PODCAST! Join your hosts for their review of the 1980 country music classic, “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” by singer/songwriter George Jones.

See all episodes →