
Episode 264: "Cool Ends": The Best Beatles Song Endings
In this episode, Dave and Chris explore the many ways the Beatles end their songs — from dramatic codas and long fade-outs to chaotic jams,...
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An educational, informative, and irreverent look at all things Beatles.

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