“Hotel California” — Paradise, Addiction, and the Illusion of Freedom cover art

“Hotel California” — Paradise, Addiction, and the Illusion of Freedom

“Hotel California” — Paradise, Addiction, and the Illusion of Freedom

Listen for free

View show details

About this listen

It’s one of the most iconic songs in rock history — but beneath the guitars and harmonies lies a haunting allegory.

In this episode, we dive into “Hotel California” by the Eagles — exploring its symbolism of paradise, addiction, fame, and the dark side of freedom.
What looks like heaven may actually be a gilded cage — and sometimes, the hardest part isn’t checking out… it’s realizing you never left.

Because the most dangerous prisons are the ones that feel like home.

Support the show

No reviews yet
In the spirit of reconciliation, Audible acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.