Podcasts about Aretha Franklin

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

On this Artist Spotlight episode, we visit with Grammy Award winning engineer, Michael O'Reilly.Michael is a Grammy Award winning engineer for his work recording and mixing Dianne Reeves' A Little Moonlight (Best Jazz Vocal Album). Michael is also the mixer/engineer of 11 Grammy Award winning albums and 6 Grammy Award nominated albums, as well as 15 Platinum,19 Gold and 8 Multi-Platinum records. Simply put, most of us have heard the familiar sounds he's captured. Take for instance the Prince song “I Feel For You”, recorded by Chaka Kahn, or the very first single, “You Give Good Love”, from Whitney Houston's debut album, Whitney Houston.Michael began his career at New York's legendary Atlantic Records Recording Studios as an assistant engineer where he honed his craft. He gained experience working with a range of mega artists-- from The Rolling Stones, Bette Midler, Average White Band, George Carlin, and James Taylor to Aretha Franklin and Charles Mingus. Michael had the distinguished honor of working alongside legendary Producer Arif Mardin on virtually all of Arif's projects over the last 30 years. In addition, he has taught as an adjunct instructor of Music Engineering at NYU.

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This episode includes a long set in celebration of gospel legend Lorenza Brown Porter (pictured, Argo Singers), as well as selections from the Flying Clouds of Detroit, Aretha Franklin & Southern California Community Choir, Lumzy Sisters, Watkins-Bell Singers, and others.

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Programa nº 344 con una interesante entrevista a Pedro Piñero, doctor en paleontología, codirector de las excavaciones del yacimiento de Quibas en la población murciana de Abanilla. ADIVINA LA PELÍCULA. Marvin Gaye. SEXUAL HEALING. SAN TORAL. Sergio y Estíbaliz. CANTINERO DE CUBA. Anna Cassú. EL CISNE de El Carnaval de los animales. Aretha Franklin. (YOU MAKE ME […] The post Los Tres Tenores 03/06/2026 first appeared on Ripollet Ràdio.

Not Ready for Season 6 is back and we're looking at how the cast and writers of SNL bounce back after last week's infamous outing.This episode of Saturday Night Live was hosted by Ellen Burstyn from the legendary film The Exorcist with The Queen of Soul herself Aretha Franklin bringing the house down as musical guest. And... we get Eddie Murphy in his first speaking role on the show!Who is starting to emerge from the cast? What do they still need to fix?All of this on another fun and exciting episode of Not Ready for Season 6!---------------------------------Subscribe & Follow today!And follow us on social media: Twitter: @NR4PTProject Instagram: @nr4ptprojectBluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.socialFacebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time ProjectContact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.comEmail: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

Send us Fan MailOn this episode, Tom and Bert cover and discuss the Top 50 "Love Songs" Pt 2  with their own list or Reel Dealz Top 50!Some amazing songs were recorded thru the decades and the guys go through the songs that other sources deemed to be "The Best" ever. Well, listen in as we discuss "Our" songs that are our Top Hits and without a doubt a great list but like anything else we couldn't put all of our favs out there.  Without further ado, Here is our Top 50+ Love Songs of all Time.CHAPTER Highlights:(:30) INTRO(1:46) In no particular order.....Here we go!(4:15) "My Girl" by the Temptations and many more(12:33) "Something" by the Beatles, "Natural Woman" by Aretha Franklin and many other hits including......... "Happy Together" by the Turtles, "Let's get it on" by Marvin Gaye, "Everlasting Love" by Robert Knight, "Ain't no Mountain High Enough" by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell,"I Swear" by All 4 One, "I want it that way" by the Backstreet Boys,"Just the way you are" by Bruno Mars, "Amazed" by Lone Star 2000 "Hey, Soul Sister" by Train and "I Wanna be Around" by Tony BennettThere you have it!And it's a wrap! Enjoy the show!You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

This is a first for All Time Top Ten. For Top Ten Fuzzbee All-Stars, our special guest Fuzzbee Morse has the entire top ten list all to himself, and boy is it deserved. One of the greatest musical minds on the planet, Fuzzbee Morse has led a Zelig-esque existence complete with amazing recordings and live performances with some of the greatest rock stars, thieves and rascals in music history. Fuzzbee is putting together his memoir, and in honor of this, we talked about some his mind-blowing experiences with the cream of the crop in music. His All-Stars are the heaviest of heavy hitters, and the stories about his adventures with them have to be heard to be believed. Picks 10-6 are featured here in Part 1.For more Fuzzbee, consult your local https://www.fuzzbee.com/We've lowered our prices, but not our standards over at the ATTT Patreon! Those who are kindly contributing $2 a month are receiving an exclusive monthly Emergency Pod episode featuring our favorite guests and utilizing our patent-pending improv format in which we miraculously pull a playlist out of thin air. Emergency Pod 28 is out now, June 1st, featuring the Queen Of Emergency Pod, the great Shannon Hurley! Find out more at https://www.patreon.com/c/alltimetoptenWe're having a blast chatting about music over on the ATTT Facebook Group. Join us and start a conversation about music! https://www.facebook.com/groups/940749894391295The official ATTT1000 In Reverse playlist is here, featuring our list of the 1,000 Greatest Songs We've Ever Heard, presented in reverse order - from 1 - 1,000. Follow along here:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dlj1XfYJdciz6GIORYWkM?si=74d675e86ba342f8

My guest this week is NYC-based musician, author, and performance artist Joseph Keckler (NPR's Tiny Desk, tours with Lydia Lunch & Sleater-Kinney), who chose the 1929 two-reeler short St. Louis Blues, which is the legend Bessie Smith's first and only film appearance. We discuss Joseph's iconic performance on NPR's Tiny Desk Concert Series, how he came to unleash his powerful vocal range on a wide range of audiences, choosing to write and sing in German about the adult moments where he was relapsing into a teenage Goth, befriending and touring with Lydia Lunch, Bebe Hansen, the current No-Wave scene in NYC, the excitement of having a standoff with an audience, opening for Sleater-Kinney, confusing but life-altering concert billings, where we both were when first hearing Bessie Smith and the imprint it left on us, why this 1929 short film of Bessie Smith was almost destroyed in the 50s, tape trading with The Residents, hearing Aretha Franklin's voice coming up through the floorboards and being obsessed with Cab Calloway & Bessie Smith as a child, Bessie's acting chops and the unique direction of this performance & more.So let's sing at the top of our lungs into the bottom of our beer mug on this week's Revolutions Per Movie.Joseph will be performing on May 31st 2026 in NYC at TV EYE w/ Genre Is DeathTickets available at tveyenyc.com/calendarJOSEPH KECKLER:josephkeckler.com/BESSIE SMITH in ST. LOUIS BLUES:youtube.com/watch?v=xIGscPYfEGsREVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE:Host Chris Slusarenko (Eyelids, Guided By Voices, owner of Clinton Street Video rental store) is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film, or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is your deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide.Revolutions Per Movie releases new episodes every Thursday on any podcast app, and additional, exclusive bonus episodes every Sunday on our Patreon (over 125 bonus episodes are available and counting). If you like the show, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing it on your favorite podcast app. Thanks!PATREON:The show is also a completely independent affair, so the best way to support it is at patreon.com/revolutionspermovie. By joining, you can get weekly bonus episodes and series such as A Very Opinionated Look At Urgh! A Music War & What Makes The Midnight So Special?, A Devotees Look At New Wave Theater, Exploring The Axis: The Oral History Of Frontier Records With Lisa Fancher, Dips On Chips w/ Jeff McDonald of Redd Kross, physical goods such as a limited edition 7" Flexidisc, and other exclusive goods that I send out to you for supporting the show. It helps the show to keep going and is greatly appreciated!TIP JAR:ko-fi.com/revolutionspermovieSOCIALS:@revolutionspermovieBlueSky: @revpermovieTHEME by Eyelids 'My Caved In Mind'www.musicofeyelids.bandcamp.com ARTWORK by Jeff T. Owenshttps://linktr.ee/mymetalhand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Check out this encore from May 29, 2024 Bible Study: (2:11) 1 Pt 1:18-25 Commandments & obedience Mk 10:32-45 The cross of Christ Letters: (22:22) - Born of the Spirit (27:24) - Should priests be publicly hostile to each other? (31:14) - Speak now or forever hold your peace (33:24) - Vision of Jesus Word of the Day: Ransom (36:58) Callers: (39:31) - If my friend where to die before getting last rites, is that the same as if you die before going to confession? (42:38) - What has happened to the animals in Eden after the fall? And Where's Aretha Franklin music that you used to play? I'm an old neighbor of his. (45:24) - Where can I find information about indulgences and visiting cemeteries? https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/liturgicalyear/activities/view.cfm?id=1178 (46:38) - Regarding reconciliation, what does persona in Christi mean when confession is happening? (48:49) - I noticed that the Eucharist looks like a roaring lion in the reliquary, does that have anything to do w/the 2nd coming?

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Hoy en La Gran Travesía tenemos un programa repleto de soul y rythm and blues con Wilson Pickett, Otis Redding, Drifters, Sam Cooke, The Temptations, Mavis Staples, Solomon Burke, Amy Winehouse, Leona Lewis, Aretha Franklin...y muchos más. ▶️ Y ya sabéis, si os gusta el programa y os apetece, podéis apoyarnos y colaborar con nosotros por el simple precio de una cerveza al mes, desde el botón azul de iVoox, y así, además podéis acceder a todo el archivo histórico exclusivo. Muchas gracias también a todos los mecenas y patrocinadores por vuestro apoyo: Alul, Piri, JBsabe, Juan Antonio Méndez Benítez, Antonio Vicente Álvarez, Aida Borrallo, Eduardo Gutiérrez, Rafa Navarro, José Carlos Lozano, Ikatza, Cabe1961, Guillermo Esteban, Diego Román, Raquel, Sergio Rodríguez Rojas, Jose Antonio Moral, Juanito, Octavio Oliva, Igor Gómez Tomás, Matías Ruiz Molina, Eduardo Villaverde Vidal, Víctor Fernández Martínez, Rami, Leo Giménez, Alberto Velasco, Francisco Quintana, Con, Tete García, Marco Landeta Vacas, Oscar García Muñoz, Raquel Parrondo, Nacho, Alberto, Moy, Dani Pérez, Santi Oliva, Vicente DC, Leticia, Melomanic, Arturo Soriano, Gemma Codina, Raquel Jiménez, Pedro, SGD, Raul Andres, Tomás Pérez, Pablo Pineda, Quim Goday, Enfermerator, Joaquín, Horns Up, Victor Bravo, Francisco González, Marcos Paris, Daniel A, Redneckman, Elliott SF, Miguel Angel Torres, Suibne, Noyatan, Iván Menéndez, Niksisley y a los mecenas anónimos.

Lieder leben, Lieder sterben, das möchte wohl keiner bestreiten. Falls aber doch, postulieren wir das einfach mal. Wenn das also unsere Annahme ist, können wir wohl auch annehmen, dass jedes Lied irgendwann noch einmal wiedergeboren werden möchte. Je häufiger, desto besser, denn umso mehr lebt es. Manche Lieder haben Glück und landen bei Sinéad O'Connor, Aretha Franklin oder Johnny Cash. Andere landen bei Esel. Das Cover ist nicht das Lied. Es ist ein anderes, oft merkwürdiges Wesen. Es steht vor dem Original und sagt: „Hallo, ich bin du, aber anders.“ Vielleicht sagt es auch: „Ich bin besser, ich stehe ja auf deinen riesigen Schultern.“ Oder es sagt gar nichts, obwohl es eigentlich nur „Bitte verzeih mir, ich wollte dich nicht beleidigen!“ hätte sagen sollen. In dieser Folge widmen sich Esel und Teddy der Kunst des schlechten Coverns. Also jener Kunstform, bei der man ein bekanntes Lied nicht zerstört, sondern nur so weit beschädigt, dass jemand anderes noch erraten kann, was es früher einmal war. Esel spielt Akkorde. Teddy erkennt Lieder. Oder erkennt zumindest die Absicht hinter den Akkorden. Das ist vielleicht noch schwieriger. Am Ende bleibt die Erkenntnis: Auch ein schlechtes Cover ist eine Wiedergeburt. Nur eben eine, bei der der Arzt kurz das Zimmer verlässt.

World Cafe correspondent John Morrison reflects on the legacy of Aretha Live at Fillmore West.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Creativity through the lens of a musician and songwriter"Being creative is so lucky"Robin Batteau's“Banned in Sparta” is a new collaborative album of songs based on poems by Classical Greek poets and recorded by a number of friends: Tom Paxton, Eric Andersen, Livingston and Kate Taylor, Matt Nakoa, Robin Lane, 2-time Tony winning actor James Naughton and his gifted children Keira and Greg, plus Carolyn Hester.  Robin was inspired by an Ancient Greek History class he took when he returned to Harvard during the Pandemic to finish a degree he started in the 1960s. Robin earned the World Record of taking a 50-year break (between 1970 to 2021) to return to Harvard and finish his degree in 2022.   “Banned In Sparta” focuses almost entirely on poets from Ancient Greece between 700 and 400 BC.  One poet, Gaius Valerius Catullus (84 – 54 BC), as smitten with the ghost of Sappho as Robin or Alcaeus, is from Rome during Julius Caesar's reign, for whom Eric Andersen performs “Cross (of Gold),” an ode to interlaced and conflicted feelings, “Odi et Amo"— I hate and I love.The title “Banned in Sparta” finds its name from Archilochus, the Bob Dylan of the 7th century B.C., a warrior-poet so irreverent he was “Banned in Sparta.”  James Naughton sings the song “Archilochus Re-Deemed (I Am a Servant of the Lord God of War).” Kate Taylor performs “Telesilla's On the Wall,” from the female poet Telesilla, who led her fellow women warriors to victory against those same renowned Spartans. “The Greek Lyric poets performed live, and were the stars of their day,” says Robin. “They were singer/songwriters, they played the lyre (hence "Lyric") and danced around the stage like Tom Paxton and Taylor Swift.”Robin, who studied Ancient Greece and Integrative Biology at Harvard, found that most of what was left of the poems were fragments and myth, “So I mosaic-ed songs to reflect their expressions and intentions— who they were, and are to me.”  A range of female poets contributed to the lyrical history of Greece including Corrina, whose “In Her Loving Arms” is sung by Carolyn Hester, and Praxilla's “The Most Beautiful Thing in the World,” a hymn to Adonis, sung by Keira Naughton.  Sappho's writing inspires “Terra Cotta Heart,” sung by Robin Lane.  Livingston Taylor sings “My Sappho, Sweetly Smiling” from the smitten neighbor and rival Alcaeus. The fun and frolicking “Shake your Hair (You Thracian Filly),” sung by Tom Paxton. Pianist and folk singer Matt Nakoa offers a Bruce Hornsby-like treatment for Simonides of Ceos's “Theatre of Memory (Man of Gold).”    Sharing Grammy, Emmy, Clio, and Gold Record Awards and an Oscar nomination, Robin's recorded over a dozen albums with Pierce Arrow, David Buskin (Buskin & Batteau), and many others.  His jingles feature in long-running, award-sweeping advertising campaigns from "I'm Lovin' It" for McDonalds to “Can't Beat It” for Coca-Cola to "The Heartbeat of America" for Chevrolet. He's played his 1898 Scarampella violin with everyone from Yo-Yo Ma to Benny Goodman to Bruce Springsteen and has had his melodies sung by Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Judy Collins, Paul Newman, and more. His songs have supported charities and causes, including World Hunger Year, Ocean Alliance, Bill Clinton's 1992 presidential campaign, and Paul Newman's Hole in the Wall Gang Camp for kids. The Boston Globe defines his music with David Buskin as "Acoustic Heaven."https://robinbatteau.com/https://www.facebook.com/robin.batteauSend us Fan Mail

The KC Crew learned that The Kindness Chronicles was ranked #2 on Feedspot's “30 Best Kindness Podcasts for 2026,” THANK YOU, listeners! They quickly review the Masonic Children's Hospital gala that raised about $2.5 million, as an example of kindness through philanthropy. The episode then focuses on an extended discussion of The Blues Brothers, including Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi's origin story from Second City, the film's role in reviving and spotlighting blues musicians and Chicago culture, standout scenes and cast members (Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Cab Calloway, Ray Charles, Carrie Fisher, John Candy, Frank Oz, Steven Spielberg), and themes of redemption, loyalty, friendship, and joyful comedy through music. Check it out. 

This week in 2006, Aretha Franklin received an honorary Doctor of Music degree from Boston's Berklee College of Music. According to her biggest hit, all Aretha is asking for is a little WHAT?

It's that time of the week again, let's play Bridge The Gap! Today, two Sarah and Vinnie listeners join us for our trivia battle of the generations. Elizabeth is a longtime listener representing GenX, and Joanne is playing for the Zillennials. Two police officers are being praised for saving a man's life with compassion. Venmo redesigned their app, and Sarah is nervous about figuring out how to use it. Vinnie still doesn't want it. Howboutafastfact?! The first use of OMG was WAY earlier than you'd think. Like Winston Churchill early. Plus, any excuse to listen to Aretha Franklin.

Hour 1: Which Bay Area city is home to the most Jeopardy winners? The first openly gay NBA player, Jason Collins, has passed away from brain cancer. A current NBA player, Brandon Clarke, Memphis Grizzlies forward, died unexpectedly at 29. Conan to host the Oscars for the 3rd year in a row. Swapped hits 38 million views on Netflix in one week - a new record. Jamie Foxx is expecting his 3rd kid, but the new mom is a mystery. A college commencement speaker got booed. What if you only had to sleep 4 hours a night to feel rested? What would we do with 2.5 more hours a day? Watch more TV of course! Hour 2: Sports Illustrated makes the news every year for their swimsuit edition. This year's cover models are Hilary Duff, Tiffany Haddish, Alix Earle, and Nicole Williams English. Speaking of Brianna Chickenfry, a Taco Bell stomach ache turned into emergency surgery. Another commencement speaker shocked the crowd, but with a much better reaction! Did you know a naked family growing up? Turns out you can do a lot of stuff naked! Sarah has thoughts. Hour 3: It's that time of the week again, let's play Bridge The Gap! Today, two Sarah and Vinnie listeners join us for our trivia battle of the generations. Elizabeth is a longtime listener representing GenX, and Joanne is playing for the Zillennials. Two police officers are being praised for saving a man's life with compassion. Venmo redesigned their app, and Sarah is nervous about figuring out how to use it. Vinnie still doesn't want it. Howboutafastfact?! The first use of OMG was WAY earlier than you'd think. Like Winston Churchill early. Plus, any excuse to listen to Aretha Franklin. Hour 4: The gang is still laughing about Matty's Mother's Day post. Olivia Rodrigo drops down to #3 on the Billboard Top 10. Tame Impala breaks into the top 10. A bunch of records are on the table at the Country Music Awards this Sunday. Chris Stapleton and Luke Combs are absolutely dominating country music right now. Weird Al is getting a Broadway musical! Don't forget to send us your problems! We can (maybe) help: badadvice973@gmail.com. Plus, it's your last chance watch ‘There's Something About Mary' on Netflix before Bob's Movie Club tomorrow! Your friendly local conspiracy theorist will love this one! New term of the day: Car Ranch! Need an excuse for pie? Here ya go. Plus, how old is that guy?

He wrote some of the greatest songs in American music, Dark End of the Street, Do Right Woman, I’m Your Puppet, and now, at 84, Dan Penn is back with an excellent new album, Smoke Filled Room. Penn got his first chart record while still a junior in high school, went on to produce The Box Tops, was in the room when Otis Redding recorded You Left the Water Running, and co-wrote Do Right Woman over a guitar in Chips Moman’s front room, only to watch Aretha Franklin walk out of the Muscle Shoals session, before Jerry Wexler finished it in New York. And that falsetto at the end of the James Carr recording of Dark End of the Street? That was him too. He still performs, occasionally writes, and picks up the phone to Jason Barnard. Further information Dan Penn – Smoke Filled Room Support The Strange Brew Dan Penn podcast tracks Podcasts also available: Steve Cropper, John Paul White, Bettye LaVette, John Mayall, Rita Coolidge This podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, Google apps and all usual platforms The post Dan Penn appeared first on The Strange Brew .

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This week on Brands of the Week with Donny Deutsch, Donny breaks down the biggest brand winners and losers making headlines right now — from real estate trends to pop culture shakeups to health breakthroughs.

Join LaTangela as she chats with Stephanie Spruill, Vocal and Dialect Coach of Lionsgate/Universal Pictures biopic MICHAEL. Legendary Grammy Award-winning vocal coach, singer, author and producer brings decades of experience to the big screen as the vocal coach behind the voices of Lionsgate/Universal Pictures biopic MICHAEL. Spruill's role was pivotal, coaching the film's cast to authentically capture the vocal tone, phrasing, and performance style that defined Michael Jackson's global legacy. Her expertise helped shape performances that honor not just the music but the emotional and artistic depth of one of the greatest entertainers of all time. The film features an all-star cast. Spruill is one of the most recorded background vocalists in music history, contributing to thousands of albums and performing before global dignitaries including the Emperor of Japan, the Queen of England, and the King of Spain. Her unmatched career includes collaborations and tours with icons such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, John Legend, Mary J. Blige, Tina Turner, Julio Iglesias, Donald Byrd, Glen Campbell, Donna Summer, Barbra Streisand, Elton John, Quincy Jones, Ricky Martin, David Bowie and more - along with performing and recording with Michael Jackson himself. Beyond performance, Spruill has dedicated her life to developing the next generation of artists through being the founder of Spruill House Music, Inc., School of Voice & Arts Development, and as the author of "17 Points to Longevity in Show Business." Watch full episode HERE Chime in: www.LaTangela.com RADIO - WEMX- Baton Rouge, La. Mon-Fri 10a.m.-3p.m.CST KTCX - Beaumont, Tx. Mon-Fri 3-8 CST KMEZ - New Orleans, La. Mon-Fri 7p.m. - mid WEMX Sundays 6a.m. KSMB Sundays 6a.m .WWO - YouTube - #LaTangelaFay Podcast - ALL digital platforms - #iTunes #Spotify #WEMX www.LaTangela.com www.TanTune.com Special Thank You - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorney - Official Partner #GordonGives #TanCares #225BulletinBoard TanTune #POOF POWER OVER OBSTACLES FOREVER GT Legacy Auto The Fiery Crab Reliable Auto Paint & Body Hair Queen Beauty Super CenterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Dr. Isaiah Tatum. A 24-year-old entrepreneur, touring artist, and hotel owner:

Tastykakes, Soul Songs and Shining Stars is a rich and passionate record of a life-long obsession with soul music and Rhythm & Blues from music industry stalwart Joe McEwen, legendary A&R man for acts including Elvis Costello, Paul Simon, K.D. Lang, Wilco, Nick Lowe, Built To Spill, Queen Latifah, the Frank Sinatra catalogue, and many others.Tastykakes, Soul Songs and Shining Stars is a labor of love, half a century in the making, for music industry veteran Joe McEwen. A Philadelphia native and legendary A&R executive for Columbia, Sire/Warner Brothers, Verve, and Concord Music Group, McEwen now McEwen gathers a lifetime's worth of encounters, essays, and reveries into one radiant collection-a love letter to the rhythm-and-blues and soul music that shaped him.Its pages are bursting with vivid, compelling, up-front and personal profiles and encounters with a host of important figures: Pops and Mavis Staples, George Clinton, Allen Toussaint, Betty Wright, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Don Covay, and many more. Alongside these portraits are heartfelt musings spanning the 1960s through the '80s, illuminating the creative processes behind the songs that defined a generation.Interwoven throughout are reflections on basketball, memory, and movement-parallel sources of rhythm, improvisation, and joy. The book culminates in an extended 2024 conversation with esteemed music author and longtime confidant Peter Guralnick (Elvis Presley, Sam Cooke), a fitting finale to a collection that captures the soul of a lifetime in music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Back on this day in 1967, Aretha Franklin released her cover of "Respect". KTAR Timeline is brought to you by Beatitudes Campus. 

Interview with Anne Richmond Boston of Swimming Pool Q's. Anne was born in Louisville, Kentucky. She was a member of the church choir, took violin and ballet lessons all through elementary school. Her father was transferred to Winter Haven, Florida, for one year (where violin and ballet stopped) and then moved the family to Atlanta, Georgia. She was accepted into the high school chorus and was chosen to sing in a special chorus performing Leonard Bernstein's “Chichester Psalms.” Vocal harmonies were something she came to naturally. Perfoming “Going to the Chapel” with a band in the high school talent show was her first experience of being onstage behind a mic. She really dug it. It was about this time that the music of Janis Joplin, Grace Slick, Sandy Denny, Linda Ronstadt, Tammy Wynette, Dolly Parton, Melba Montgomery, Aretha Franklin, Judy Collins, and The Supremes took up residence in her being. She became friends with local Atlanta phenoms Thermos Greenwood (original rock band) and was invited along with a chorus of people to sing on the song “Chocolate City” for their album Pinhead Teddy. Anne was invited to become a member of the newly formed band The Swimming Pool Q's in 1978 and sang on their recordings The Deep End, The Swimming Pool Q's, and Blue Tomorrow. They continue to perform today. As a graphic designer, Anne created much of the early Swimming Pool Q's promotional material, supervised photo sessions, and designed single and album cover packaging. Leaving the Q's in 1987, Anne and her then-husband recorded The Big House of Time which was released on DB Records in 1990. It contained many originals and several cover songs, including “When You Dance” by Neil Young and “Darling Be Home Soon” by John Sebastian. T he follow up was I Should Be Happy. Anne's has had the pleasure of singing either live with, or on recordings by:  Drive-By Truckers, Widespread Panic, Thermos Greenwood, Terry Adams (NRBQ), The Brains, Johnny Jenkins, Marti Jones, Syd Straw, Laurie Sargent, Julie Adams, Kelly Hogan

Jesus can easily be relegated in our minds to specific areas of our lives or in popular art. We see depictions of him in paintings, music, and films. But, Jesus is more real and more present to us than any artistic representation can reproduce. This blogcast explores “Jesus Alive: Encountering the Truth of Christ" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Brady Baylis and read by Jonathan Harrison.I think there is something special about a cover—about taking a song, a painting, or a movie and recreating it within the modern frame of mind. Aretha Franklin's bold and unapologetic “Respect” is a perfect example, as she interprets the song as a Black woman in the 1960's. As is Jimi Hendrix's “All Along the Watchtower,” in which he narrates the song with hauntingly beautiful guitar riffs. In visual art, Andy Warhol recreates the portrait of Mao Zedong with a messy array of bright colors—an unusual depiction of the dictator. Finally, modern movies, headlined by the Cohen Brothers' True Grit, give life to old characters and stories, recreating them for new audiences.However, even the Beatles, the most covered band of all time, cannot compete with the millions of interpretations of Jesus Christ. Thousands of artists have painted Christ crucified or the Madonna and Child. Everyone from Van Gogh, Basquiat, or da Vinci have painted Jesus Christ, each in their own manner. It can be mind-numbing to try to flip through them all, viewing each painting, alien to the others, and, oftentimes, to us. There are always two questions to ask when discussing art: “What is this artist trying to say?” and “What do we think he or she is trying to say?”These questions matter much more when investigating faith. In a special way, how artists of all disciplines—including sculptors, writers, or directors—interpret Jesus will affect us. Every Catholic, no doubt, thinks of Jesus through some piece of art or another, but Jesus is more than just a collection of paints, words, or images. Jesus is alive. It is tempting to trap Him in a Caravaggio, an El Greco, or even in the Passion of the Christ—to prevent Him from challenging us. Jesus as represented in art cannot call us out in our sins; He cannot tell us the hard truths we need to wrestle with. Even further, we should not trap Jesus in the Church or solely in the Mass. Yes, we are oftentimes challenged in specific ways during the Mass, especially when a priest gives a difficult homily. It can be easy, however, to selectively hear the priest, interpreting him and hearing only what we want to hear. We often want a sanitized Jesus, one that affirms us and makes us feel good. But while Jesus resides in the tabernacle and comes to meet us in every celebration of the Eucharist, He cannot be left there. Jesus wants to encounter us personally in order for us to help others encounter Him.Jesus always challenged His disciples to worship, act, and believe in accordance with truth. Jesus was not “sanitized” or acting in the “proper way” when He overturned the tables of the money changers; He was not “sanitized” when He described the narrow way; and He surely was not clean and tidy when He died on the Cross. Jesus defied our expectations. He was filled with passion for God's truth. While He is Beauty itself, Jesus often made His listeners look away as they were unable to embrace the unsavory truth that can be hard to swallow.I enjoy going to Washington's National Gallery of Art or New York's MET, but next time I see Christ there, I will be reminded that He is not trapped in the golden walls of the frame. Jesus is alive, living in the Eucharist and in others. While it is beautiful to witness Jesus in the arts, we must remember that Christ lives in the audience, the museum goers. While the beauty of the art itself is mesmerizing, Christ is alive in flesh, both on the altar and in people who remind us that, while beautiful, Christ's message is a challenge.  Author:Brady Baylis is alum of The Catholic University of America with a degree in history and secondary education. Resources:Listen to On Mission: Eucharistic Revival: Year of MissionEucharist podcastsRead the Ad Infinitum blogBlog posts about the Eucharist Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

Music fan Brian Koppen chats with music critic Josh Friedberg as they discuss  Rock & Roll Hall of Fame artists:Leonard Cohen's “The Future” vs. Michael Jackson's “Will You Be There”Aretha Franklin's “Ain't No Way” vs. Nine Inch Nails' “March of the Pigs”Jay-Z & Kanye West's “Ni**as in Paris” vs. OutKast's “B.O.B.”They also discuss Nirvana's “Where Did You Sleep Last Night” and Otis Redding.Check out Josh Friedberg at https://linktr.ee/joshfriedberg, https://joshfrmusic.substack.com/, and https://www.instagram.com/joshfrmusic!Intro music is from Jussy's Down Open Roads.  Check out Jussy at https://soundcloud.com/user-214048265/sets/jussy-demos-1!Support the show

Melbourne-based soul artist WILSN is influenced by legendary singers like Billie Holiday, Etta James, and Aretha Franklin, crafting a sound that feels both timeless and distinctly her own. - メルボルンを拠点に活動するソウルシンガー、WILSN（ウィルスン）。ビリー・ホリデイやエタ・ジェイムス、アレサ・フランクリンといった伝説的シンガーに影響を受け、時代を超えた魅力と自身の個性が融合したサウンドを生み出しています。

The greatest musical comedy ever made!  Follow Jake & Elwood Blues (John Belushi & Dan Aykroyd) as they try to put back together their all-star blues band in order to save their local orphanage. Co-starring James Brown, Cab Calloway, John Candy, Ray Charles, Carrie Fisher, Aretha Franklin, Kathleen Freeman, Henry Gibson, John Lee Hooker and Charles Napier.  Directed by John Landis.

Aretha Louise Franklin, born on March 25,1942, was an American singer, songwriter and pianist.

Patterson Hood grew up in Florence, Alabama — a deeply conservative, Bible Belt town where his father was quietly making history. David Hood was a session bassist for the Muscle Shoals rhythm section, recording with Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, and Wilson Pickett at a time when it wasn't always safe to go to dinner with the artists you were recording with. Patterson learned early not to mention his dad's job at school. When people asked what church his father attended, he changed the subject.Decades later, Patterson co-founded Drive-By Truckers — a band that has spent 25 years wrestling with Southern identity, racism, abuse of power, and what it means to be American. In this conversation, he talks about growing up progressive in the Deep South, why he thinks a Black and white soul band should replace the Confederate flag as the symbol of the South, and what he hopes listeners will make of his songs 20 years from now. Subscribe to our newsletter:⁠https://jedlipinski.substack.com/⁠ Connect with Jed Lipinski: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonesouthpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/jed-lipinski/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Legendary vocalist Lou Gramm joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for a deep, career-spanning conversation—from early struggles to global superstardom with Foreigner. Lou opens up about his beginnings, the formation of Foreigner with Mick Jones, getting rejected by record labels, and ultimately creating some of the biggest rock anthems of all time. He shares stories about opening for KISS, encounters with Aretha Franklin, and working with legendary producer Mutt Lange. We also dive into classics like “I Want to Know What Love Is,” the evolution of Foreigner's sound, Lou's current relationship with Mick Jones, and his thoughts on modern versions of legacy bands touring today. Plus—Lou reflects on his new album Released, retirement, and the legacy he's most proud of. If you're a fan of classic rock, songwriting, and real music industry stories, this is one you don't want to miss. 00:00:55 – Where It All Started 00:09:40 – How Singing Began 00:11:45 – The Black Sheep Era 00:14:25 – Influence of Steve Marriott 00:17:50 – Early Capitol Records Deal 00:19:00 – Opening for KISS 00:28:30 – Getting Dropped by the Label 00:30:03 – The Call from Mick Jones / Joining Foreigner 00:35:35 – Early Songwriting Sessions 00:35:52 – Writing “Long, Long Way From Home” 00:36:33 – From Rejection to Millions 00:39:39 – Aretha Franklin Encounter 00:40:24 – Foreigner / Heart Story 00:42:36 – Mutt Lange & “Juke Box Hero” 00:44:48 – The Shift in Foreigner 00:47:49 – “I Want to Know What Love Is” 00:52:19 – The Power of Ballads 00:53:09 – Relationship with Mick Jones Today 00:53:40 – New Album Released 00:55:25 – Retirement 00:55:40 – What He's Most Proud Of 01:01:14 – “Tribute Band” Debate 01:01:50 – Top 5: Best ‘70s Bands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary vocalist Lou Gramm joins SPIN Magazine's Lipps Service with Scott Lipps for a deep, career-spanning conversation—from early struggles to global superstardom with Foreigner. Lou opens up about his beginnings, the formation of Foreigner with Mick Jones, getting rejected by record labels, and ultimately creating some of the biggest rock anthems of all time. He shares stories about opening for KISS, encounters with Aretha Franklin, and working with legendary producer Mutt Lange. We also dive into classics like “I Want to Know What Love Is,” the evolution of Foreigner's sound, Lou's current relationship with Mick Jones, and his thoughts on modern versions of legacy bands touring today. Plus—Lou reflects on his new album Released, retirement, and the legacy he's most proud of. If you're a fan of classic rock, songwriting, and real music industry stories, this is one you don't want to miss. #LouGramm #Foreigner #ClassicRock #RockHistory #LippsService #MusicInterview #MickJones #IWantToKnowWhatLoveIs #RockLegends #BehindTheMusic #70sRock #80sRock Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dan, Manny, & Billy put 8 oldies from the 50s & 60s to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST!   “The fact that [“The Twist”] goes on for more than a minute boggles my mind because at weddings usually it's in a mix of oldies. Right? [...] So imagine twisting over the whole length of this song.” -Manny Coelho   This is a fun look back at the oldies from the 50s and 60s that filled the streets of the boys' black parties (also, are block parties only a NY thing?), weddings, family BBQs, and their homes. It's music that was playing daily on 101.1 FM on Long Island. The songs that Dan, Manny, and Billy put rank and put to the test are, Bobby Darin's “Splish Splash,” Little Richard's “Rip It Up,” The Four Tops' “Reach Out I'll Be There,” Aretha Franklin's “Think,” The Supremes' “Baby Love,” The Ronettes' “Be My Baby,” Sinatra's “I've Got You Under My Skin,” and Chubby Checker's “The Twist.” They also talk about some honorable mentions, their favorite cocktails, mob movies and the music that made them so memorable, and more block party talk. This is an episode that opens a whole new part of The Nostalgia Test Podcast because these are songs that were popular way before any of the hosts were born, so can these be nostalgic? Is nostalgia period specific for the individual? This episode answers these questions with a lot of reflections on family and those free concerts in the part that if you were from Long Island your parents dragged you to during the summer. Sometimes there were fireworks, sometimes there were drunken adults dancing the lindy with each other, and most times there was a collection of Igloo coolers being carried with folding chairs and blankets. See, these songs create a time capsule of both the moment they were released and the moments of childhood for kids from the 80s and 90s. So, grab your most comfortable folding chairs, a chill group of friends, set up in the street out front on your block, crack a few domestic beers, and wait to be called in when it's too late. This is a good one. Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, & episode idea for The Wheel of Nostalgia! Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode!   Approximate Rundown 00:00 Oldies Episode Kickoff 00:16 Sweatin Headband Debate 00:47 Podcast Intro and Setup 01:27 Why 50s 60s Oldies 05:43 Songs List Breakdown 10:38 Ranking Rules Begin 10:43 Number Eight Picks 14:19 Twist Wedding Memories 17:02 Number Seven and Block Parties 23:25 Number Six Sinatra Talk 27:06 Cocktails and Martini Tangent 29:50 Number Five Starts Baby Love 30:10 Baby Love Debate 32:34 Top Four Begins 32:47 Rip It Up Reactions 37:08 Little Richard Lyrics Lore 40:07 Top Three Rankings 42:42 Four Tops at Number Two 48:30 Aretha and Ronettes Number One 52:36 Honorable Mentions 55:36 Mob Movie Music Tangent 58:46 Wrap Up and Block Parties   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com  or fill out the form at this link.   LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!       Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic. The Lithology Brewing ad music ("Red, White, Black, & Blue") is by PEG and the Rejected

Luther Vandross is remembered on April 20, 2026 — marking 75 years since his birth. This episode reflects on his legendary career, iconic hits and lasting influence on R&B and pop music. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Interview Date: April 12th, 2026Episode SummaryIn this episode of The Business of Dance Podcast, Alicia Mae Holloway shares her extraordinary journey from a small-town competition dancer in West Virginia to building a multifaceted career in ballet, commercial dance, modeling, acting, and social media. She reflects on knowing from the age of three that dance was her purpose, and how that conviction led her to leave home at just 13 years old to pursue elite ballet training. From earning a full scholarship to the School of American Ballet to landing her first professional contracts, Alicia's story is one of deep faith, resilience, and bold commitment to her dreams.Alicia also opens up about the realities of a long professional career: painful auditions, injuries, rejection, career pivots, and the mental challenges that dancers face when their identity is tied so closely to performance. She shares how Dance Theatre of Harlem shaped her artistry, how social media unexpectedly expanded her career, and why authenticity matters more than perfection in today's entertainment world. Her advice to young dancers is both practical and inspiring: stay true to yourself, embrace being multidimensional, and remember that rejection is often redirection.Top 10 Show Notes3:58 — Alicia knew dance was her calling6:17 — West Virginia scholarship changed everything9:35 — Moved away from home at 1414:21 — Worst audition led to first contract19:49 — Six-hour audition booked Dance Theatre Harlem21:17 — Mentor predicted her DTH future27:40 — TikTok consistency sparked massive growth35:45 — Talent plus visibility creates more opportunities57:05 — Rejection is redirection, not the end1:09:14 — Dance for yourself, not approvalBiography:Alicia Mae Holloway is from Morgantown, West Virginia and began dancing when she was three years old at Kat and Company Dance Studio. In 2007, Alicia began taking classes at Morgantown Dance Studio. She also trained at Central Pennsylvania Youth Ballet and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts before attending the School of American Ballet from 2011–2015. Alicia has attended the Boston Ballet Summer Dance Program, as well as Pacific Northwest Ballet.She began her professional career dancing with the Suzanne Farrell Ballet, and completed seven seasons with the Dance Theatre of Harlem where she has worked with Alicia Keys, Aretha Franklin, and Gladys Knight. She has shot music videos with Grammy award–winning artist KEM, as well as JAGMAC and Eryn Martin, and can be seen in Google commercials, Maybelline commercials, and in Glamour Magazine's November issue, as well as an online feature of Who Wore What, and most recently, has a story live now with PEOPLE Magazine regarding her audition process and training with the Rockettes. In 2023, Alicia appeared on the cover of PEOPLE, further expanding her national visibility.Alicia was also the Lead Principal Dancer in Josh Bergasse's Sugar Hill: The Ellington/Strayhorn Nutcracker, bringing new life to the iconic reimagining of the classic ballet.She has served as the co-chairwoman of the School of American Ballet's Visiting Faculty Program and was a Princess Grace Award nominee. Alicia was cast as The Lady in a Yellow Dress in the revival of Broadway's show CONTACT, by Susan Stroman. In addition to her dance career, Alicia models for American Eagle, Aime Leon Dore, and Victoria's Secret. She filmed her first movie last year-dancing and acting in Man With the Bag, directed by Adam Shankman.Connect on Social Media:Instagram: Https://www.instagram.com/aliciamaehollowayTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aliciamaeholloway

In part two, you'll hear Clive Davis reflect on strategic decisions made when running a record label and career revivals he helped shape that defined another chapter of his run. He discusses the balance of control and economics in label joint ventures, why hitmakers are not always great talent scouts, and how LaFace became a powerful force through artists like Toni Braxton, TLC, and Pink. Davis also shares how he revived the careers of timeless artists, including Dionne Warwick, Aretha Franklin, Rod Stewart, Santana, and Luther Vandross. It's a conversation about instinct, patience, and the discipline it takes to build lasting success in the music business. CHAPTERS 02:51 LaFace, Label Deals, and Joint Ventures 09:42 TLC, Toni Braxton, and P!nk 12:37 The Cost of Breaking Artists 17:05 Aretha, Rod Stewart, and Santana 21:14 Catalog vs. Career Revival 25:30 Follow-up Call SPONSORS Chartmetric: Listen in for our Stat of the Week Symphonic: Distribute your music to one of the largest networks in the industry. Symphonic delivers your music to over 200 digital service providers ensuring that you're monetizing every stream and use of your music on Spotify, TikTok, YouTube, and more TRAPITAL Where technology shapes culture. New episodes and memos every week. Sign up here for free.

Paris Jackson hangs out with dad's victims, Eli Zaret stops by with Masters fever, Meghan Markle's stunt kids, Bieber bores at Coachella while DLR & Jack White rock, Aretha Franklin did what she wants, Eric Swalwell's creepy moves & rape allegation, and Mike Vrabel/Dianna Russini fallout. Local Music Wednesdays is coming to Rock and Brews. Check it out. Eli Zaret drops by the studio to bore us with The Masters, the Detroit Red Wings fail on Fan Appreciation Night, Steve Yzerman might be Matt Millen 2.0, the biggest sports collapses in history, Dusty May to stick around Ann Arbor for some time, the greatest Michigan basketball team ever, M's poor hockey performance, the Detroit Tigers up and down early, a Parker Meadows injury, Eli's love for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition, his hate for Augusta, Tiger Woods' surprise visit to The Masters, the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel scandal and more. We dive a bit deeper in the relationship between Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel. She tried to return to Twitter, but was quickly ratio'd. Natasha Lyonne is a hot mess. Drew caught I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not and has commentary on the doc. Eric Swalwell is accused of sexual assault prior to the California Gubernatorial election. Anthony Edwards' ex, Ayesha Howard, wants more money. Men are being targeted at a USC gym. Chamel Abdulkarim is responsible for the Kimberly-Clark warehouse fire. Brian Hooker's story about his wife falling overboard seems to be falling apart. Markleverse: Meghan Markle may be using ‘stunt kids' in her social media posts. Prince Harry, meanwhile, is being sued by his own charity. Coachella: Justin Bieber phoned it in and watched YouTube. Jack White rocked out. Influencers are not welcome at Coachella. David Lee Roth stole the show. Kanye West stood on top of a globe at SoFi Stadium and people were somehow entertained. Jean-Pierre Dorléac vs Aretha Franklin. Lorenzo Lamas is plowing into Heather Locklear now. Paris Jackson is pretty sure her “father” was a pedo. Who is Blanket's mother? JLo is not a fan of kids or their looks. Ben Affleck takes a loss to be far away from Jennifer. Hunter Biden doesn't want to pay his attorneys. He wants to fist fight Donald Trump's sons. Stuttering John Melendez has raised $940 and could use a few more donations. Michael Avenatti is out of prison and living in a halfway house. Offset believes he is the father of Cardi B and Stefon Diggs' baby. He also smokes at the hospital like a badass. He ALSO owes some money to a Detroit casino. We wrap up with Drew's chat with KISS' Gene Simmons. Merch is for sale! Buy it now before it's gone and you miss out forever. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley, BranDon, and Roberto).

A self-proclaimed "old soul," Alexia Jayy has been chasing her dream since she was 2. Inspired by icons such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Donny Hathaway, she grew up performing - from her first solo at the Apollo at 5 to recording her own original music as an adult. Alexia's signature, accessory-adorned Afro has become a joyful extension of her personality and artistry. Life hasn't been without challenges, though. A single mother at 21, Alexia balanced raising her son, Matthew, with pursuing music, even writing her first single, "Who Raised You," in his honor. She later welcomed her daughter, Harmony, while continuing to perform, record and build a following online. Supported by her partner, David, and her mother, Michelle, Alexia juggles family, music and faith, proving that perseverance, passion and love can turn obstacles into opportunity.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Alexia Jayy, 31Team AdamHometown: Irvington, ALResident: Mobile, AL A self-proclaimed "old soul," Alexia Jayy has been chasing her dream since she was 2. Inspired by icons such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin and Donny Hathaway, she grew up performing - from her first solo at the Apollo at 5 to recording her own original music as an adult. Alexia's signature, accessory-adorned Afro has become a joyful extension of her personality and artistry. Life hasn't been without challenges, though. A single mother at 21, Alexia balanced raising her son, Matthew, with pursuing music, even writing her first single, "Who Raised You," in his honor. She later welcomed her daughter, Harmony, while continuing to perform, record and build a following online. Supported by her partner, David, and her mother, Michelle, Alexia juggles family, music and faith, proving that perseverance, passion and love can turn obstacles into opportunity. Blind Audition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYo7dYGQT30 Battle Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULaDNo8dzi0 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Listen on your favorite podcast service: https://pods.to/wesoundcrazy Crazy Crew, join our We Sound Crazy list: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/jointhewesoundcrazy-emailandsms.OYD Stream songs from the episode on our official We Sound Crazy playlists: https://lnkfi.re/8I8Drkfz In this episode of We Sound Crazy, the crew welcomes the legendary Troy Taylor, a "vocal mastermind" and multi-platinum producer whose influence has shaped the landscape of R&B for over three decades. From recording holiday classics with Whitney Houston to witnessing the unparalleled professionalism of Aretha Franklin in her own dining room, Taylor shares the kind of "backstage pass" stories that only a true industry titan could tell. As a mentor to host Claude Kelly and a key architect in the careers of icons like Boyz II Men and Tyrese, his presence on the show is more than just a guest appearance—it's a deep-dive masterclass into the art of vocal production and the staying power required to remain a "GOAT" in an ever-changing industry. Beyond the Grammy and Dove Awards, Taylor gets candid about the gritty reality of artist development, reflecting on his pivotal role in transforming a 17-year-old Trey Songz into a global superstar and the often "thankless" nature of a business fueled by ego and politics. He offers an inspiring look at the resilience required to stay as "giddy" about producing today as he was when he started, even after weathering thirty-six years of industry disappointments. Whether he's discussing the "silent prayer" he holds for his former students or his philosophy on the "one person" every artist needs to listen to, Taylor proves exactly why he remains a cornerstone of the culture and a permanent fixture in the R&B hall of fame.  We Sound Crazy is your backstage pass to all things music and culture. Special thanks to our We Sound Crazy team! Director: John Dierre Camera Op: Josh Sowemimo, James Hart, John Dierre Editor/Producer: Lamont Baldwin Producer: Aaron Walton Show Producer/Remixer: Michael "Roux" Johnson Assistant: Brittany Guydon Talent Producer: Isaac Hamm III Photography: Ah'meer Holt   PA: Kaye Brasley, Tony Cole  Thank you to all of our listeners, as well as our partners at Visit Music City.   Special thanks to Troy Taylor! Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and anywhere you get your favorite podcast.  Follow We Sound Crazy on Social Media: ~ Facebook: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscfacebook ~ Instagram: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscinstagram ~ Twitter: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctwitter ~ TikTok: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wsctiktok Subscribe to We Sound Crazy on YouTube: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/wscyoutube-subscribe Visit the official We Sound Crazy website: https://wesoundcrazy.ffm.to/officialwebsite #WeSoundCrazy #TroyTaylor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2 delivers a mix of celebrity tea, political analysis, and laugh‑out‑loud chaos. Gary With Da Tea breaks down Todd Tucker’s post‑divorce spiritual journey after his split from Kandi Burruss and recounts a viral story about a humbling encounter with Aretha Franklin that left another singer fetching hot dogs. Political analyst Jeff Johnson steps in with a fiery breakdown of President Trump’s legal battles over birthright citizenship, election control, and international conflict with Iran. The hour closes with pure comedy as Black Tony reveals a jaw‑dropping title loan disaster that has listeners questioning interest rates, financial literacy, and life choices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

R&B artist Jill Scott shares some of the lessons she learned from the legends who came before her, including the moment she first met Aretha Franklin. Scott's new album is ‘To Whom This May Concern.'  Also, actor Riz Ahmed talks about his Prime Video series, ‘Bait.' He plays a British Pakistani actor auditioning to be the next James Bond. He talks about drawing from moments in his own life, battling self-criticism and chasing acceptance. To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

In the sixty-fourth episode of Making Mt. Rushmore, host/moderator Steve Riddle welcomes Jeremy Nichols and James Gruenberg to discuss which WrestleMania Celebrity Appearances deserve a place on their respective lists. Is Mike Tyson a no-brainer? What about Mr. T? Does Pete Rose grab a spot? Does Floyd Mayweather and Cyndi Lauper deserve a place? After that, they discuss which WrestleMania Musical Performances will be part of that grouping. Can you argue that Ray Charles shouldn't get a spot? Will Motorhead be included? Is Limp Bizkit in the conversation? What about Aretha Franklin or Run-D.M.C?

CLINT RAMOS is an award-winning creative director, designer, and producer. Most recently, he produced Theater Group Asia's sold-out production of Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods, starring Lea Salonga, Arielle Jacobs and featuring a cast of Filipinos and Filipino-Americans. He currently serves as the Visual Director for Lincoln Center's Summer for the City, where he reimagines the entire Lincoln Center campus each summer into a vibrant stage for more than 300 events that serve New York City's diverse communities. He also serves as Artist-in-Residence at Lincoln Center. Ramos was a lead producer of the groundbreaking Broadway musical Here Lies Love, and is currently the Producing Creative Director for Encores! at New York City Center. There, he has spearheaded acclaimed projects including Billy Porter's reimagining of The Life, The Light in the Piazza featuring Ruthie Ann Miles, and Jelly's Last Jam. As a designer, Ramos has created over 200 productions across theater, opera, and dance. His Broadway credits include Maybe Happy Ending, Eureka Day, Here Lies Love, KPOP, Slave Play, The Rose Tattoo, Eclipsed, Once On This Island, Sunday in the Park with George, and Torch Song. His film work includes production design for Isabel Sandoval's Lingua Franca (Netflix) and costume design for RESPECT, the Aretha Franklin biopic starring Jennifer Hudson (MGM). Ramos made history by becoming the first person of color to win the TONY® Award for Best Costume Design of a Play, for Eclipsed. He has received additional TONY® nominations—six for costume design (Maybe Happy Ending, The Rose Tattoo, Once On This Island, Torch Song, KPOP) and one for scenic design (Slave Play). His numerous honors include two OBIE Awards (including one for Sustained Excellence in Design), three Lucille Lortel Awards, a Drama Desk Award, an Outer Critics Circle Award, two American Theatre Wing Henry Hewes Design Awards, the TDF Irene Sharaff Young Master Award, the Helen Hayes Award, the Craig Noel Award, and two Ani ng Dangal Presidential Medals for Dramatic Arts from the President of the Philippines. Ramos is a member of the Advisory Board of the American Theatre Wing and co-founder of Design Action and Springboard to Design, initiatives focused on equity, inclusion and education. A passionate advocate, his life's work centers on creating equitable opportunities in theater and film for People of Color and immigrants. Born and raised in Cebu, Philippines, Clint now resides in New York City with his husband and daughter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices