Harp On It

Harp On It

Harp On It, a podcast where Ian MacInnis and Chris MacIntosh meet to carry on and analyze the conversations started by their favorite artists’ songs. To them, one of the best aspects of music is the discussion it starts.

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May 13, 2025 55 mins

Welcome to the first episode of Album Book Club, brought to you by the creators of The Harp On It Podcast!


Is this new podcast, Chris Macintosh and Ian MacInnis will dive a little deeper into albums from beginning to end! First up on the list?  SABLE, fABLE by Bon Iver.  They go song by song through the entire project to get to the bottom of Justin Vernon’s thoughts, meaning, and inspiration for the album, so listen along as the boy...

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Cue the confetti - it's fresh start season!In this episode, the boys are back from a long hiatus and this time ... on video! Through a few choice songs, Chris and Ian tackle the topic of fresh starts and new beginnings, while swapping thoughts and lots of laughs.


Song List:

"Unwritten" by Natasha Bedingfield

"Lovely Day" by Bill Withers

"I'm Still Standing" by Elton John

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This is the music-free episode, available on all platforms! Change is in some ways an inevitability, while simultaneously a nearly impossible achievement both societally and even personally. This is the basis for Chris and Ian's conversation in today's episode. Inspired by the multi-talented Djo, the HOIP boys share their thoughts on the matter. Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Change b...

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March 15, 2024 49 mins

In this episode the HOIP boys discuss dreams, in all aspects! What are some of your dreams and aspirations? Can dreams change over time? What's a reoccurring nightmare you had as a child? Chris and Ian answer all these questions and more. Meanwhile, as always they tie it all back to some of their favorite songs.

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode - I Can by NAS

Stereo Colored Cloud (Shaman's ...

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This episode, the HOIP boys create vinyl set lists for each other. Ian chose 5 songs he knew Chris would love but had never heard, and vice versa. The boys have a lot of fun in this episode and we think you will too.

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Genghis Khan by Miike Snow

Nubian Farlow by Varnish La Piscine

Bleach by BROCKHAMPTON

Co...

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The HOIP boys get back to it in episode 9, part 2, with the topic of "Death".

It's a different approach this episode, without the Beatles focus, so buckle up to see where this one takes 'em!

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Sing About Me, Dying Of Thirst by Kendrick Lamar

Tears In Heaven by Eric Clapton

Nights by Frank...

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In today's episode Chris and Ian discuss "DEATH", but it may not be the typical angle you expect. The HOIP boys unpack the death to old traditions as it relates to music, and do their best to decide what it will mean to embrace the new. Tune in to hear what they have to say!

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Now And Then by...

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In this episode, Chris and Ian discuss the complicated relationship we all have with social media. Is it a benefit or is it ruining our lives? As always the HOIP boys share songs that address this very question, and further the conversation with personal anecdotes as well as pop culture references to figure it out. Yes, Matt Rife's name does come up. Chris and Ia...

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This week Chris and Ian dive into a pretty popular topic, Self Worth. Join them along the way as they use some of their favorite music, anecdotes, and life lessons to discuss what it means to them.

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Wet Dream by Wet Leg

Haircut by Amindi

2009 by Mac Miller

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Just in time for the time change, this week Chris and Ian dive into seasons and the emotions that accompany them. Does summer bring happiness? Winter bring peace? No matter what the response, this episode is for you!


Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Sunshine by Atmosphere

Winter Song by The Head And The Heart

Summer Breeze by Seals & Crofts

Hello My Old Heart by The Oh Hellos

This is the...

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For this week's episode, the boys take a break from their normal format and get spooky to celebrate the Halloween holiday. Chris and Ian go back and forth with songs that they feel embody the eerie and ghostly vibes that come with the season and discuss each along the way.

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Psycho Killer by Talking Heads

Thriller by Michael Jackson

Cradles by Sub Urban

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This episode, your hosts Chris and Ian dive into the topic of boredom! Through personal experience and societal anecdotes and with music as their guide, they discuss what the topic means to them.

Chris and Ian chose the following songs to accompany this episode -

Boredom by Tyler, The Creator

I Wanna Be Sedated by Ramones

Bored by Billie Eilish

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On this, the second episode of the Harp On It Podcast, Chris and Ian discuss the topic of "The Disillusionment of Growing Up". With the help of a few of their favorite songs, they dive into what they think growing up and the accompanying disillusionment means to them. Join them for their second "Musical Conversation Between Friends"!

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Welcome to the first episode of the Harp On It Podcast! In this week's episode, Chris and Ian dive into the topic, "Does Wealth Bring You Happiness?" They explore the topic through the lens of personal anecdotes, societal issues, and a few of their favorite songs to make it a true "Musical Conversation Between Friends."


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September 10, 2023 57 secs

Introducing Harp On It, a podcast hosted by Ian MacInnis and Chris MacIntosh. Each episode features a handpicked song that inspires thought-provoking discussions. Drawing from their own life experiences, Ian and Chris delve into universal themes within the music, making every episode a personal and engaging exploration.

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