Pump Up The Jam Podcast

Pump Up The Jam Podcast

Jess and Sam are sisters who share a love for music - and what’s better than sharing that love, via a podcast, to the whole world (or maybe just their Mum)?! Join them monthly for a music chat!

Episodes

EP 62: SKYLAR, Sam Smith, 87dance, Janet Jackson, Samia, Raye, Paramore

February 24, 2023 • 65 mins
In this month's episode Jess and Sam talk Superbowl half time show and Riri's news. Jess outs Sam as the Beyonce to her Kelly Rowland and Sam admits an oversight with one of the albums she reviewed this month.
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EP 61: Emotional Oranges, Sugababes, The Alchemist, Circa Waves, Katie Gregson-MacLeod, Metro Boomin

January 27, 2023 • 61 mins
In this month's episode Jess and Sam talk tickets, having bought them for each other for Christmas. Jess uses the word dud to describe some tracks on an album she reviews and Sam makes a prediction for her wrapped 2023!
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EP 60: BROCKHAMPTON, Honey Dijon, Phoebe Bridgers, Little Simz, SZA, Connie Constance & more

December 30, 2022 • 56 mins
Jess and Sam rap up the year with the final episode of 2022. Jess talks about the "madness" of the Suggs DJ gig she went to, Sam steals Jess's thunder, not once, but twice. They both wish you, dear listener, a very happy 2023.
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Spotify Wrapped 2022

December 3, 2022 • 13 mins
In this bonus episode Jess and Sam reveal their Spotify Wrapped 2022. Jess misses out on one of the features *tut tut* @spotify Sam has an interesting top 5 which sets the tone for her whole 2022 playlist and they both enjoy sharing it so early on for the first time since starting the podcast!
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EP 59: WILLOW, piri & tommy, Say She She, Deyah, Joji, Loyle Carner

November 25, 2022 • 67 mins
In this month's episode Sam tells us she cried at a gig, Jess talks tickets having secured more gigs for 2023. Sam steals Jess's thunder as they review the same album and Jess starts a debate about TikTok ruining music!
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Episode 58 - October 2022

October 28, 2022 • 73 mins
In this episode Sam is as sassy as ever, talks her new love for deadlifting, and declares herself as a badass b****, whilst Jess talks recent gigs and securing Blink-182 tickets. They both discuss the finale of She-Hulk and an AI powered deep fake voice instrument. As always they review recent albums, their fave tacks from the last month and there’s a slight mix up with last episode’s ‘Record of the Month’…. And don't forget we no...
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Episode 57 - September 2022

September 30, 2022 • 62 mins
In this episode Jess talks pumpkin spice ice lattes, the return of Paramore and of her dislike for greatest hits albums whilst Sam talks hearing aids, John Richardson and declares her love for a new guilty pleasure track. They both talk Megan Thee Stallion and her cameo in She Hulk and review their fave albums and tracks from the last month. Don't forget we now curate a monthly playlist to see you through the coming month, the Oc...
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Episode 56 - August 2022

August 26, 2022 • 66 mins
In this episode Jess is distracted by the funkiness and Sam "very enjoy's an album"! Its one of those episodes where it's clear Jess and Sam have their minds in the gutter - with giggles throughout! We've changed up the format for this episode, no more main theme, instead we're going to curate a monthly playlist. We're still reviewing albums and singles, revealing our records of the month and our honourable mentions. We hope you...
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Episode 55 - Hidden Gems

July 29, 2022 • 73 mins
In this month’s episode Jess and Sam talk music discoveries - artists they discovered by accident! Sam pleads with their mum not to buy Jess a burger themed underwear set. Jess finds the strength to keep jumping, powered on by an awesome track and they both sing the praises of some amazing song placement in TV and film!
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Episode 54 - Canadian Artists

June 24, 2022 • 80 mins
In this months episode we talk Canadian artists in honour of Canada Day on 1 July! Jess let’s George Ezra down gently, Sam declares Drake the music of Canda and they both wonder if they’ll get a mid-year wrapped from @Spotify!
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Episode 53 - Songs That Get British People Hyped

May 27, 2022 • 76 mins
In this months episode we talk songs that get British people hyped, in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee! Jess talks about Coachella and David Albarn being mistaken for Elton John (ridiculous), Sam sings a bit of Vengaboys and they both talk about the right way to prepare a scone! (Pronounced SC-ON!!)
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Episode 52 - Music Quiz

April 29, 2022 • 77 mins
In this months episode Jess and Sam test their musical knowledge with quiz questions! For the first time in Pump Up The JaM history Jess and Sam unknowingly review two of the same albums! Jess is offended by a long one and Sam gets her diary out for an important date!
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Episode 51 - Bucket List Concerts

March 25, 2022 • 79 mins
In this month’s episode we talk bucket list concerts - including ones we know won’t be a possibility. Jess and Sam are reassured by their Mum after last month’s episode that they are indeed funny. Jess drops the P bomb in a bout of innuendo and Sam considers selling Noah to get tickets to see Arlo Parks - she’s joking obviously…or is she?!
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Episode 50

February 25, 2022 • 86 mins
In this month’s episode Jess and Sam celebrate their 50th episode! Four years down the line they realise they’re much more professional these days! Jess talks about the gigs she’s been to in the past month and Sam talks about audio books - it’s still music related - you’re welcome in advance! They both review their records of the months from the past 4 years and choose some of their faves! They love doing this and hope you enjoy it...
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Episode 49 - 2021 Wrapped

January 28, 2022 • 77 mins
In this months episode Jess and Sam finally talk about their 2021 Spotify Wrapped! Spoiler alert - they talk Spider-Man: No Way Home in notable mentions as well as the Coachella line up. But will Jess’s Spotify out her as a Pop Princess once more? Will Sam’s aim to get as many women in her wrapped as possible come true…tune in to find out!
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Episode 48 - Christmas Movie Soundtracks

December 17, 2021 • 69 mins
This month Jess and Sam talk Christmas Movie Soundtracks! They finally get to record together in the same room - a Christmas miracle! Join them to hear about the albums and singles they’ve listened to in the last month and the Christmas movie soundtracks that get them in the festive mood! Merry Christmas! Love JaM x
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Episode 47 - Colours

November 12, 2021 • 84 mins
In this months episode we talk colours! Songs with colour in the title and, after discussion, even some artists with colours in their name! Jess and Sam share their disappointment with the Weeknd and the cancellation of the tour. Sam talks Isle of Man stamps and Jess talks doubt of the Cowboy Bebop live action remake!
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Episode 46 - Re-ee-wind

October 15, 2021 • 81 mins
This month we talk ultimate throwback playlist in recognition of the clocks going back one hour for daylight savings, we have pulled together some of our favourite throwback anthems in this Re-ee-wind episode. Jess and Sam talk about going to their first gig since lockdown was lifted, touch on the Rolling Stone top 500 list and forming their own band - watch this space! ------------------------- Sound effects Attribution: 'Coun...
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Episode 45 - Autumn

September 10, 2021 • 67 mins
In this months episode Jess and Sam welcome the autumn with a chilled out playlist of autumn faves! Jess gets confused between sunshine and happiness, Sam inadvertently listens to the new Kanye album and they both get excited about a return to the cinema!
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Episode 44 - Summer

August 13, 2021 • 75 mins
In this months episode Jess and Sam talk summer songs. Jess discovers the root of her upset with Logic, Sam talks about her first festival solo with kids, in the pouring rain and they both talk about being strung along by Bruno Mars and Anderson .Paak!
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