The Audio Files Ep. 21: Guilty Pleasures

Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot take listeners on a hilarious and deeply nostalgic ride through the songs they once hid from their friends—but secretly loved. From disco denials to new-wave confessions, the guys relive the moments that shaped their musical tastes, including the awkward childhood discoveries, the high-school peer pressure, and the unforgettable “caught red-handed” stories.

The episode jumps through decades of guilty-pleasure classics: Bee Gees falsettos, Motown gems, Frank Sinatra bombast, 80s pop anthems, techno nostalgia, Bonnie Tyler melodrama, Chicago love ballads, and even glam-rock oddities that neither host would have admitted to liking back in the day. Their personal stories—Halloween costumes gone wrong, uncomfortable car-ride reveals, and cringe-yet-iconic party moments—bring the music to life with humor and heart.

The guys also celebrate modern rediscoveries, genre mashups, and the joy of embracing the songs they once hid “deep underground.” The episode caps off with a surprise clip from GART and a tribute spin from The Rods, tying together family, fandom, and the music that shaped them.