Podcast appearances and mentions of Billy Joel

We have one more summer concert report for you, because thanks to an old friend, Kevin and the Mayor had VIP tickets to see John Mellencamp! (Are you like us? Do you still miss the "Cougar" part?) So today we're breaking down the whole show for you. Including: Pre-concert South Shore bar pizza with a kissing waitress! The Mellencamp VIP tent, featuring Mellencamp memorabilia, a Mellencamp video game, Mellencamp Jenga, and a non-Mellencamp medical emergency! Seats that were shockingly close to the stage! A backup singer we recognized from Billy Joel's band! The entire hit-packed set list! (If you're wondering which songs John played, the answer is yes.) And post-show fun with a drunk in the parking lot! You'll feel like you were there, and you'll feel like sucking on a chili dog outside the Tastee Freez. The Flopcast website! The ESO Network! The Flopcast on Facebook! The Flopcast on Instagram! The Flopcast on Bluesky! The Flopcast on Mastadon! Please rate and review The Flopcast on Apple Podcasts! Email: info@flopcast.net Our music is by The Sponge Awareness Foundation! This week's promo: EnterpriseSplaining!    

On November 22, 1963, a dark and sudden tragedy struck America that changed history forever. This week on History Ignited, Amy, Dave, Andrew, and Caroline step back into the 1960s to look at the life, presidency, and sudden loss of John F. Kennedy—the 35th President of the United States—and why Billy Joel included "JFK Blown Away" in We Didn't Start the Fire.Despite his short time in office, President Kennedy inspired millions with his vision for space exploration, his call for public service, and his fight for civil rights. While the events of that day in Dallas brought deep sorrow, JFK's hopeful legacy lived on through his family, his nation, and the historic moments that followed.In this episode, we discuss:Life as the 35th President: From his famous "Ask not what your country can do for you" speech to launching the race to the Moon.The Day in Dallas: A sensitive, child-friendly look at the tragic afternoon at Dealey Plaza and how news traveled before the internet age.A Nation United in Hope: How Americans honored JFK's memory and carried his vision for the future forward.Join us for kid-friendly history, engaging insights, and a look at how love and memory can outshine even the darkest moments in history!

In 1963, a single line in the news changed the face of British politics forever. The  famous Profumo Affair—a high-stakes 1960s drama involving a cabinet minister, a model named Christine Keeler, a Soviet naval attache, and a whole lot of secrets. Join us on this episode of History Ignited as we break down how a Cold War breach of trust and a lie told to Parliament brought down a prime minister's government, shifted public trust in the media, and earned its place in Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

jD convenes the expert panel to dissect "700 Ft Ceiling," the song that lands like a baseball bat to the face right in the middle of Trouble at the Henhouse.The conversation starts warm — everyone's summertime Hip pick, from "Membership" to "Morning Moon" to "Summer's Killing Us" — before turning to the puzzle at the centre of the track: what exactly is a 700-foot ceiling? (Aviation term. Lowest layer of broken or overcast cloud sitting 700 feet above ground.)The panel unpacks Gord's habit of collecting phrases for their sound rather than their meaning, the wintery outdoor-rink imagery, and the Lou Reed-flat melody that barely distinguishes verse from chorus.Things get spicy on placement. Tracy calls it filler and skips it. Mikk and Jamie agree the song detonates a gorgeous opening run — "Gift Shop," "Springtime in Vienna," "Ahead by a Century," "Don't Wake Daddy," "Flamenco" — and kicks off what Jamie dubs the album's weird second half alongside "Butts Wigglin'" and "Coconut Cream." The Kids in the Hall theory gets floated. So does the grunge theory. Everyone concedes it hit much harder live than it ever did on record.Then the episode's real gift: Mick and Jamie tell the story of renting the Bathhouse for a weekend — sleeping in the studio, playing pool while spinning We Are the Same on vinyl, Billy Ray wandering in at 10pm with stories, engineer Niles behind the board, Gord's training bike still parked where he left it. Once-in-a-lifetime stuff, told well.Next week's shuffle: "Gus: The Polar Bear from Central Park" from In Between Evolution.Key Quotes"It's like an alarm clock goes off." — Mik, on where the song lands on the album"It is like a baseball bat in the face." — jD"Think about how many shows they played after 2004 that they did not play this song. That's why it ranks low. Guys, I'm telling it like it is." — Jamie"I think this is kind of Gord's secret talent — he listens better than everybody." — Mik"He says '700-foot ceiling' like four times, but the second or third time it's '700 and sinking,' which is just cool." — Jamie"It kind of felt very lived in. There was nothing you couldn't touch, nothing you couldn't sit on." — Mik, on the Bathhouse"I'll get emotional if I talk about it." — Jamie, on being shown the band's jam space"Well, I know what we forgot to do this week. We forgot to listen to the goddamn song." — jDTale of the Tape — Trouble at the HenhouseReleased May 7, 1996 — the band's first simultaneous Canada/USA releaseWinner, 1997 Juno Award for Album of the YearRecord 5 of 13Self-produced with Mark Vreeken — the only time the band worked without an outside producerRecorded at the Bathhouse"700 Ft Ceiling" live stats (via The Hip Base and setlist.fm)Played live 130 times — 3 times as an opener, 7 times as an encoreFirst played October 21, 1995Last played November 27, 2004 (retired; not performed on the final tour)Ranked #76 in the Tragically Hip Top 169 countdown — did not crack the Top 40This week's poll: 47% / 47% split, with 6% "tolerating" it.Songs & Albums MentionedTragically Hip songs700 Ft Ceiling · Membership · Morning Moon · Coffee Girl · The Depression Suite · Summer's Killing Us · You're Not the Ocean · Ahead by a Century · Gift Shop · Springtime in Vienna · Don't Wake Daddy · Flamenco · Butts Wigglin' · Apartment Song · Coconut Cream · Let's Stay Engaged · Sherpa · Put It Off · New Orleans Is Sinking · Little Bones · Titanic Terrarium · Emergency · FireworksTragically Hip albumsTrouble at the Henhouse · Day for Night · Fully Completely · Road Apples · Phantom Power · We Are the Same · In Between Evolution · Live Between UsOther referencesKids in the Hall: Brain Candy — source of "Butts Wigglin'"Rick Beato's interview with Billy Joel — the "vowel movements" idea Joel credits to Keith RichardsGrunge-era touchstones: Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, CreedLou Reed — Tracy's comparison for Gord's vocal delivery on this trackIt's a Good Life If You Don't Weaken — the stage adaptation, seen in Hamilton, now touringTom Green's interview with Paul Langlois, filmed in the Bathhouse jam spacePeople MentionedGord Downie · Paul LangloisBilly Ray — Bathhouse caretaker and keeper of the storiesNiles Spencer — Bathhouse engineerMark Vreeken — co-producer, Trouble at the HenhousePatrick Downey — filming Billy Ray for the documentaryGreg — JD's co-host on the earlier podcast seriesLinks & PlugsKingston weekend events — Friday mixer at a pub · live record listening party August 21 at 4:30 at a pub · Sunday brunch at Morrison's. Email jd@tthpods.com to get on the list.Mik Perlus — Ragged Islands — Mick's EP, recorded over three days at the Bathhouse. Includes a cover of "It's a Good Life If You Don't Weaken." Available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other streaming services. Named for East Ragged Islands, Nova Scotia.Jamie — Fiddler on the Roof in Yiddish — with English and Russian supertitles. Recently ran at the Elgin Theatre in Toronto (roughly 17,000 attendees during Jamie's run). Coming to the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles, February 13 – March 14, 2027.The Hip Handbook — JD's new AI-built discography and stats tool, debuting on this episode for the Tale of the Tape.The Hip Museum / Museum After Dark — referenced for the grunge angle and album background.Next Week"Gus: The Polar Bear from Central Park" from In Between Evolution.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/tthtop40/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This BEST of ALL WORLDS Band heavy-hitter is an iconic American drummer & session musician is one of the "most recorded drummer in music history", was voted "Top 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time” by Rolling Stone Magazine, and has played on records totalling over 300 million sales! Of course we're talking about the legendary drummer, best-selling author and speaker: Kenny AronoffKenny was inspired by The Beatles' 1964 Ed Sullivan performance  and pivoted from classical percussion to a lifelong career in rock n roll. He is best known for his 17-year tenure with John Mellencamp and his long stint with John Fogerty, but Kenny has played/recorded or toured with practically EVERYONE. Check out this list :Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Kris Kristofferson and Waylon Jennings. Loretta Lynn, Tony Iommi, Alice Cooper, Smashing Pumpkins, Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Elton John, Eric Clapton, Steven Tyler, Celine Dion, Melissa Etheridge, Sheryl Crow, Alanis Morrisette, Avril Lavigne, BB King, Buddy Guy, Ray Charles, Joe Cocker, Skynyrd, Mellencamp, the Beatles, Buddy Rich tribute ,Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Triumph, Lady Gaga, Chickenfoot ....and now Kenny is in Sammy's Best of All Worlds band!Come hear what it was like for an overly energetic young boy growing up in Stockbridge, Massachusetts nicking Norman Rockwell's cigarettes, (almost ) shagging Norman Mailer's daughter, crashing backyard parties with Faye Dunaway, Frank Langella, Anne Bancroft and Mel Brooks, and touring the world with the RedRocker himself!Join the Bo-Hosts for an episode almost as BIG as Kenny's pipes!More on Kenny here:https://kennyaronoff.com/https://www.instagram.com/kennyaronoff/https://www.facebook.com/KennyAronoffOfficial"What is understood...NEED be discussed"Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085582159917Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebogusotisshow/?hl=enX:https://x.com/BogusOtisShowYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheBogusOtisShowTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thebogusotisshowConnect with the Bo-Hosts:bogusotisshow@gmail.com

In this GB Classic, Billy Joel's longtime drummer Liberty DeVitto shares why reinventing yourself, staying relevant and having fun may be the real fountain of youth.

Tony Orlando pays tribute to the piano and keyboard as the often-overlooked driving force behind rock and roll, celebrating the legendary artists who turned the 88 keys into hit-making machines. He honors musical pioneers including Little Richard, Ray Charles, Carole King, Billy Joel, Alicia Keys and Adele, reflecting on their lasting influence as performers, songwriters and innovators. 

When Billy Joel sang those words in We Didn't Start the Fire, he was pointing to one of the most powerful and influential figures in the Civil Rights Movement. But who was Malcolm X, and how did he fight for fairness and justice?In this episode, we take a trip back to the mid-20th century to explore the story of Malcolm Little—a boy who grew up facing immense hardship and went on to become Malcolm X, a bold leader who urged Black Americans to stand tall, take pride in their heritage, and demand equal rights.Join us as we discover how Malcolm's powerful speeches challenged the country, how his ideas evolved over time, and why his legacy still inspires people around the world today to speak up for what's right!Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

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A new week means new questions! Hope you have fun with these!Which form of electromagnetic radiation has wavelengths of 100–400 nanometers?Following Brazil, what is the second largest Portuguese speaking country in the world?What name is given to male rhinoceroses?Founded by a french fashion designer, which company is world renown for its Number 5 perfume fragrance?Which song, written by Jimmy Webb, is considered one of the greatest songs ever written by Bob Dylan and Billy Joel and the first existential country song?In golf, an albatross is how many strokes under or over par?Sir Fred Hoyle is known for coining what two word phrase for a theory whose premise he rejected?Which Tony winning musical includes the songs "All-American Prophet", "I Believe" and "Orlando"?Al Qahirah is the Arabic name for which capital city?Within plus/minus 20, how many official species of Pokémon are there as of January 1st, 2026?In 1001 nights who is the protaganist who has to tell stories each night?This week, Andy Burnham became Prime Minister of what?The Empire State Building is an example of what style of architecture?What modern day country was formed after the marriage of Queen Isabella of Castile and King Ferdinand of Aragon and the merging of their Kingdoms?The builder of a mythical ship shares their name with what faithful dog of Odysseus who waited 20 years for his master to come home?MusicHot Swing, Fast Talkin, Bass Walker, Dances and Dames, Ambush by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Don't forget to follow us on social media:Patreon – patreon.com/quizbang – Please consider supporting us on Patreon. Check out our fun extras for patrons and help us keep this podcast going. We appreciate any level of support!Website – quizbangpod.com Check out our website, it will have all the links for social media that you need and while you're there, why not go to the contact us page and submit a question!Facebook – @quizbangpodcast – we post episode links and silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Instagram – Quiz Quiz Bang Bang (quizquizbangbang), we post silly lego pictures to go with our trivia questions. Enjoy the silly picture and give your best guess, we will respond to your answer the next day to give everyone a chance to guess.Twitter – @quizbangpod We want to start a fun community for our fellow trivia lovers. If you hear/think of a fun or challenging trivia question, post it to our twitter feed and we will repost it so everyone can take a stab it. Come for the trivia – stay for the trivia.Ko-Fi – ko-fi.com/quizbangpod – Keep that sweet caffeine running through our body with a Ko-Fi, power us through a late night of fact checking and editing!

Step into the Vatican as we explore the life of Pope Paul VI—the leader of the Catholic Church who brought centuries-old traditions into the modern era!When Pope Paul VI was elected in 1963, the world was changing fast. Cold War tensions were high, TV was everywhere, and young people were asking big questions about the future. Instead of staying inside the Vatican walls, Pope Paul VI did something unprecedented: he packed his bags and took to the skies! Known as the first "Pilgrim Pope," he flew to six continents, speaking to world leaders, promoting global peace, and becoming the first reigning pope to visit the United States and address the United Nations.Join Amy, Dave, Andrew, and Caroline as we break down:The Vatican II Revolution: How Pope Paul VI helped complete a massive project to modernize church traditions and connect with people across the globe.The Flying Pope: How he used modern air travel to build bridges across different cultures, countries, and faiths during a turbulent decade.A Message of Peace: His historic speech at the UN, calling on world leaders to end conflict during the height of the Cold War.Plus, stick around until the end for our signature kid-approved joke and fun trivia! Whether you're listening in the car or studying for history class, let's ignite the story behind Billy Joel's famous line!Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

Today on another encore episode of the Rarified Heir Podcast, we are talking to Jason Everly, son of Phil, nephew of Don. Yes, we are talking about The Everly Brothers and all things Everly. Our conversation with Jason happened after a chance listen to Sirius XM satellite radio where we came across Jason's DJ stint on Fifties Gold talking about, what else, his connection to his family's music. That's when it hit us – Jason went to middle school with our host, Josh Mills and more than likely was in our carpool at one point too. We had photographic evidence too – from the Oakwood School yearbook. This conversation had to happen. Thankfully when we reached out to Jason, he was not only receptive to being a guest on the podcast but he was kinda psyched as well. Our chat was a little bit memory lane, a little bit nostalgia and a lot of fun. We learned about the bond Phil and Jason had – playing made up games together and how his Phil let his kids do their thing in the back yard, much to the chagrin of his neighbors. We also learned how his dad was a bit of a taskmaster as well as some insane stories involving Paul Simon, Warren Zevon, Graham Nash, Billy Joel and Paul McCartney who all adored The Everly Brothers. But perhaps our favorite part of the podcast was talking with Jason about his role in a little known Filipino film back in the 90s that he couldn't believe we dug up. Let's just say, it holds a 'special' place in his heart. Moreover, after our episode, we connected a few dots and Jason started his own podcast, Vinyl History which you can check out on YouTube. It's quite the sensation. But before you head over there, check out this episode with Jason Everly. Everyone has a story.

What are the unwritten rules of Long Island? Tom Kelly and video producer Steve Burger take over Lucharitos on Walt Whitman Road in Melville to debate the rules every real Long Islander seems to know—even though nobody ever wrote them down. After asking Facebook for answers and getting more than 1,000 responses, Tom breaks down the biggest Long Island rules: never park in front of someone else's house, always say you live on Long Island, order your bacon, egg and cheese correctly, move out of the left lane, know your deli order before reaching the counter, and never question Long Island pizza, bagels, or Billy Joel. The conversation also covers Long Island accents, Jamaica Station anxiety, pizza-folding etiquette, buttered rolls, the Southern State, "going out east," and why Queens and Brooklyn may be geographically on the same island—but are not considered Long Island. This is Part 1 of the Long Island Unwritten Rules series, recorded live at Lucharitos in Melville. Follow: Lucharitos on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/lucharitos/?hl=en Timestamps 00:00 Podcasting from Lucharitos in Melville 00:59 Welcome to The Tom Kelly Show 01:22 Help Lucharitos reach 30,000 followers 01:45 Introducing Long Island's unwritten rules 02:17 More than 1,000 Facebook responses 02:58 Bacon, egg and cheese: salt, pepper, ketchup 03:48 Don't park in front of someone else's house 05:00 Lucharitos food arrives 05:19 You live on Long Island—not in Long Island 05:53 Bacon, egg and cheese belongs on a Kaiser roll 06:54 The left lane is for faster traffic 07:29 The Long Island accent 08:01 It's a hero—not a sub, hoagie, or grinder 08:27 Pizza is a pie and a plain slice is a regular slice 08:45 Should you fold your pizza? 09:15 Never change trains at Jamaica 10:06 Are Queens and Brooklyn part of Long Island? 11:00 Stop signs and turn signals are apparently optional 11:17 Manhattan is simply "the city" 11:51 Every Long Islander must respect Billy Joel 12:13 Billy Joel drove into a house—and people blamed the house 12:42 Why this topic needs a Part 2 13:20 Southern State—not Southern State Parkway 13:46 Parkways versus expressways 14:17 What does "regular coffee" mean? 14:52 The Hamptons versus "out east" 15:24 Know your deli or bagel order before reaching the counter 16:37 Long Island has the best pizza and bagels 17:43 Stay off other people's lawns 18:00 Massapequa neighborhood drama 19:24 A buttered roll counts as breakfast 20:07 Long Island merging etiquette 20:20 Pineapple—and other fruit—on pizza 21:06 Place your deli order and step aside 21:15 A yellow light means speed up 21:54 Part 1 wraps up 22:26 Subscribe and good night from Walt Whitman Road

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In this episode of Tunesmate, Ray and Marc celebrate the life and career of legendary music executive Clive Davis. He helped launch or relaunch the careers of artists including Whitney Houston, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, Santana, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Earth, Wind & Fire, Jennifer Hudson, Pink, TLC, Outkast, and many others. Listen to explore his incredible legacy of more than six decades, the artists he helped launch, and the lasting impact he has had on the music industry.

Meghan Markle's upcoming MasterChef Australia appearance is already sparking boycott calls before it has even aired. Meanwhile, Sean "Diddy" Combs has sold his Miami Star Island mansion for a whopping $55 million, while Billy Joel reveals he walked away from songwriting at the height of his success because he never wanted to outstay his welcome with mediocre music. Rob’s latest exclusives and insider reporting can be found at robshuter.substack.com My novel, It Started With A Whisper, is available nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This hour, Billy Joel says aging musicians who keep putting out new music can damage their legacy. Is he right? The Rolling Stones just released another studio album, but do fans really want new music from legendary artists, or do they mostly want the songs that made them legends in the first place? Governor Jeff Landry strongly praised the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Sunshine Protection Act on which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide.

On today's show, Former Homeland Security Secretary and South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is divorcing Bryon Noem, her husband of 34 years. The split follows bombshell reports from earlier in the year that Bryon Noem had allegedly led a secret double life within the "bimbofication" online fetish community. The ongoing investigation into the tragic death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells will be officially turned over to a Jackson County grand jury once law enforcement completes its file. Are Americans prepared to keep hearing President Trump talk about the 2020 election as rigged, or has that argument lost its power outside his most loyal supporters? Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo avoided a traffic ticket after being pulled over by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and identifying himself. Billy Joel says aging musicians who keep putting out new music can damage their legacy. Is he right? The Rolling Stones just released another studio album, but do fans really want new music from legendary artists, or do they mostly want the songs that made them legends in the first place? Governor Jeff Landry strongly praised the U.S. House of Representatives for passing the Sunshine Protection Act on which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide.

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Donna & Steve open the show talking about Steve figuring out why his lawn was growing a bubble, George Lucas thinks filmmakers give fans too much power and Tom Cruise will make an appearance at the FIFA World Cup Final.In hour two, we play the Christopher Nolan edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, Billy Joel has opinions on older musicians releasing music and Campbell's soup is joining the protein trend.Finally, why just looking at old music covers makes you feel nostalgic, the five-minute and we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ready for liftoff? In this episode of History Ignited, we're shooting into the stars with the legendary John Glenn!Long before humans lived on the International Space Station, the Space Race was heating up, and one man dared to do what no American had done before: orbit the entire Earth. Strap into the Friendship 7 capsule as we relive the mission that made John Glenn an instant American hero and a global icon of courage.We'll explore:The Race to Orbit: What it felt like to be a test pilot turned astronaut during the height of the Cold War.The Friendship 7 Mission: How John Glenn handled technical troubles and high-speed G-forces to make history.The Comeback Kid: How he defied the odds to return to space at age 77!Whether you're an aspiring astronaut or just love a good story of bravery, this is the episode for you. Let's fire up the engines—history is about to take flight!Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

Two guys from the suburbs of NYC loved old doo-wop and '60s girl groups! Which bridge-and-tunnel legend's catchiest song is the better classic pop song, Bruce Springsteen's "Hungry Heart" or Billy Joel's "Uptown Girl"?Song vs. Song Patreon here! Please donate, we need you.And as always — if you have the time and money to spare, please consider donating to any of these causes in the fight for trans rights:Transgender Law CenterTrans LifelineDestination TomorrowGender-Affirming Care Fundraising on GoFundMeAlso, please consider giving your local congresspeople a call in support of trans rights, with contact information you can find on 5Calls.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode features hosts Britt Lightning and Tommy London with founder David Fishoff, reconnecting after travels to Jerusalem, Seattle, and NYC to discuss the evolving landscape of the music industry and upcoming camp milestones. They recap the high-energy Roger Daltrey and Tommy Lee/John 5 camps, while honoring the memory of beloved camper and bassist Bert Bodell. The group previews the highly anticipated 4th Annual Women's Camp in Los Angeles—featuring rock icons Belinda Carlisle, Kathy Valentine, and Sherry Currie—as well as the upcoming New York camp centered on the music of The Who and Billy Joel with Simon Townshend and Liberty DeVitto. The conversation dives into current industry controversies, including the "blue dot" ticket sales crisis, the Suno AI lawsuit, and the political fallout surrounding the US 250th Anniversary concert celebrations. They also share personal milestones, including Tommy's new channel on Bon Jovi Radio and the release of Britt's signature guitar gear, while looking forward to the global release of the Rock Camp movie on October 7th. Support for this episode is provided by the Alexander David Bernstein Memorial Fund for Musical Performance, which works to support kids on their musical journeys and foster emotional health through music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1 of my conversation with guest Phil Stacey as we discuss our favorite American artists. Show notes: Recorded in the CompCon HQ backyard studio America's 250th birthday  Looking at our favorite American singers and bands, pre-2000 and post-2000 Starting off with our top 10 of bands who debuted pre-millennium Sticking to rock artists for the most part Phil's honorable mentions include: B-52s (toughest omission from top 10), Beach Boys, Beasties, Beck, JB, Cars, early Chicago, Doors, early Foos, Little Feat, Nirvana, Pixies, Linda Ronstadt, Seger, Sleater-Kinney, SRV, Stevie Wonder, VU, VH, Wilco Jay's HMs: Living Colour, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Run DMC, Beasties, Public Enemy, Dino Jr., the Cars, JB, Fugazi  "Love Shack" overstayed its welcome  "Good Vibrations" could be a perfect pop song Seger was obsessed with a certain topic Billy Joel's metal roots with Attila Mutt Lange's production methods were tedious Fugazi refused all offers to reunite Phil's # 9: Pearl Jam formed almost by accident after another band broke up Still doing their thing all these years later Jay's #9: Were only together for about 8 years, but Husker Du amassed a legendary catalog Sound evolved from speedy hardcore punk to more melodic sounds Phil's #8: Tom Petty was a late bloomer who was hard to categorize at first Took advantage of the advent of MTV with plenty of iconic videos Jay's #8: The Afghan Whigs were the first non-Seattle band signed by Sub Pop Quickly distinguished themselves from their peers by combining soul and R&B influences with indie rock Jay's #7: Nirvana was only around for a short time, but they had a seismic impact Nirvana merch is now a lifestyle brand Saw them a week before they taped MTV Unplugged in NYC Packed a lot into a brief period To be continued Completely Conspicuous is available through Apple Podcasts. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.

Billy Joel packs a ton of secrets into We Didn't Start the Fire, and today we're unpacking a big one: "Ole Miss." What happened on that university campus in 1962 that got the whole world talking? Join us as we travel back in time to witness a massive turning point in the fight for equal rights, and discover how one school campus became the center of an unforgettable American story. Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Guess the Year: 80s Edition! This is an interactive, competitive podcast series where you will be able to play along and compete against your fellow listeners. Here is how the scoring works:10 points: Get the year dead on!7 points: 1 year off6 points: Call bluff correctly4 points: 2 years off1 point: 3 years off0 point: 4 or more years offGuesses can be emailed to drandrewmay@gmail.com or texted using the link at the top of the show notes (please leave your name).I will read your scores out before the next episode, along with the scores of your fellow listeners! Please email your guesses to Andrew no later than 12pm EST on the day the next episode posts if you want them read out on the episode (e.g., if an episode releases on Monday, then I need your guesses by 12pm EST on Wednesday; if an episode releases on Friday, then I need your guesses by 12 pm EST on Monday). Note: If you don't get your scores in on time, they will still be added to the overall scores I am keeping. So they will count for the final scores - in other words, you can catch up if you get behind, you just won't have your scores read out on the released episode. All I need is your guesses (e.g., Song 1 - 198x, Song 2 - call bluff, Song 3 - 198x, etc.). Please be honest with your guesses! Best of luck!!The answers to today's ten songs can be found below. If you are playing along, don't scroll down until you have made your guesses. .....Have you made your guesses yet? If so, you can scroll down and look at the answers......Okay, answers coming. Don't peek if you haven't made your guesses yet!.....Intro song: Morning Train (9 to 5) by Sheena Easton (1980)Song 1: Nightrain by Guns N' Roses (1987)Song 2: Should I Stay or Should I Go by The Clash (1982)Song 3: This Night by Billy Joel (1983)Song 4: Manic Monday by The Bangles (1985)Song 5: Upside Down by Diana Ross (1980)Song 6: It's the End of the World As We Know It by R.E.M. (1987)Song 7: Crazy Train by Ozzy Osbourne (1980)Song 8: Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) by Kate Bush (1985)Song 9: I Love a Rainy Night by Eddie Rabbitt (1980)Song 10: Downtown Train by Rod Stewart (1989)

Hi Guys! Please List your top 5 songs in the comments !! join us today at Jeff and present our Top 5 songs to one another and argue about the ones we hate and the ones that just have to be there. Plus, we take a look at some honorable mentions, why Billy Joel rocks Jason's world and a funny story about how Jeff gets a free phone from work. Jeff's List includes: Kendrick Llamar, Elliott Smith, Sam Cooke, Alabama Shakes, Joni Mitchell Jason's List includes: The Libertines, AC/DC, The Strokes, Pavement and Kayye Top 5 Spotify Playlist here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0RqY0BFx3oeUX5SlsPUCxa?si=xnzvhH98QYOGskPyvgqnhg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You’re listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for July 9, 2026. We open with Mayor Zoran Mamdani's map of immigrant neighborhoods in New York City — and a glaring omission that Louis takes personally. Little Italy isn't on it. Neither are the Irish neighborhoods or the Jewish neighborhoods. What is on it? Little Palestine, Little Pakistan, Little Odessa, and 27 other enclaves — a deliberate cartography of division that tells certain communities where they belong and erases the immigrant story that built New York in the first place. We make the distinction between a melting pot — where you bring your culture and become American — and a mixing bowl, where a city planner plants a flag and tells you to stay in your lane. Put Little Italy on the map. Put the whole beautiful, messy, glorious immigration story on the map. That is New York. That is America. In our Top 3 Things You need to Know, fresh explosions hit southern Iran — but CENTCOM says the U.S. was not behind them, and Israel said the same, as Iranians buried their former Ayatollah Khomeini for the first time since his death in March, having been too afraid to hold the funeral until now. Then Graham Plattner dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a fourth woman came forward with sexual assault allegations — with the Maine Democratic Party now scrambling to name a replacement by June 27th, having defended Plattner right up until the moment the polls shifted against him. The Democrats didn't discover morality. They discovered math. And an illegal alien from Slovakia was arrested in New Jersey for registering to vote and casting a ballot in the 2022 elections — proof once again that the thing that never happens keeps happening, and that the Save America Act cannot wait. We also cover Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum threatening legal action against the United States after ICE officers shot a Mexican national who allegedly used his vehicle as a weapon against federal agents in Houston. We have a suggestion for President Sheinbaum — if she is genuinely concerned about how Mexican citizens are being treated during U.S. immigration enforcement operations, she could simply tell them to go home. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson answer the listener question of why it's so hard to find couple friends — and the answer turns out to be equal parts logistics, life seasons, and the quiet devastation of watching a couple you love fall apart. Teri and Kimberly talk about the friends they found through their children's sports, the couples who drifted away when the games ended, the dream scenario of children who marry each other's best friends' children, and the husband-centric theory of male friendship — guys don't have friends, they have wives, and their wives have friends, and those friends have husbands. We enter week four of the Mitch McConnell hospital saga — still no quotes, still no specifics, still no clarity on why he's there or what his condition actually is. We contrast this with John Fetterman, who disclosed his stroke within 48 hours of it happening and his clinical depression diagnosis the day after checking himself into Walter Reed — even though depression was far more politically embarrassing than a stroke. The public doesn't need every medical detail. It needs to know which box to put its senator in. Four weeks in, we still don't know. In our Digging Deep segment, a Real Clear Investigations report compares U.S. crime rates to Canada and Australia using victimization surveys rather than police reports — and the results demolish the international media's narrative. Overall violent crime in Canada is 295% higher than in the U.S. In Australia, assaults are 227% higher and rape is 355% higher. The reason U.S. crime statistics look worse is that Americans are far more likely to call the police when they become victims. We make the case that the anti-American crime narrative isn't about journalism — it's about political control. If Canadians and Australians found out they would be safer with guns, their governments would have a much harder time keeping them disarmed. We also note that the conspiracy theories surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination appear to be collapsing under the weight of Tyler Robinson's own confessions — three separate admissions that he planned and carried out the murder deliberately over a period of weeks. We say what needs to be said about the people who spent the last ten months spinning elaborate alternative theories: if you ever thought Candace Owens was onto something, you need a new way to filter your news sources. For our Bright Spot, John Fetterman's transparency about his own medical crises — stroke disclosed in 48 hours, depression disclosed the day after hospitalization — stands as a model of what elected officials owe the people they serve. We don't have to agree with his politics to recognize that walking in integrity looks exactly like that. And we close with words of wisdom on honesty — from Thomas Jefferson, William Shakespeare, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Benjamin Franklin, and Billy Joel. Honesty is such a lonely word. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, visit AmericanGroundRadio.com, and join the conversation at 866-AGR-1776!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Shaka Mitchell is a lawyer and education policy veteran who built something unusual out of a pandemic-era habit: getting friends together once a month, picking songs tied to a theme, and talking about why. That casual ritual became the Come Together Music Project, now a podcast and live event series Shaka's run with friends, strangers, and colleagues across the political spectrum.One story stands out. At a session with two judges who'd never met - one a conservative libertarian state Supreme Court justice, the other a newly appointed progressive appeals judge - the prompt was simple: name a song that reminds you of where you grew up. The justice picked a Billy Joel song about a town he'd never even lived in, got visibly emotional, and started talking about a working-class childhood that nobody who'd read his opinions would have guessed at. Forty seconds of music got further than years of case law ever could.Shaka and Wilk dig into why this works - why asking someone what song reminds them of home lands so differently than asking who they voted for - and why Shaka insists on keeping the project upstream of politics rather than trying to resolve any actual policy fight. They also get into what's shifted in the relationship between music and politics since the Dixie Chicks and Lady Antebellum era, and why most musicians want nothing to do with the crossfire.If you've ever wondered how to get past the labels people wear online and actually find out who someone is, this might be your blueprint. We've forgotten what it feels like to have a real conversation.The week of August 10th, join AllSides for a live conversation about the American Dream — how we're thinking about it and navigating the challenges.Your insights will be anonymized and included in a report to help leaders better understand how people see this issue.Sign up today at allsides.com/derate-hate The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all you've got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!Please follow the DTH podcast on:Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) ,  YouTube,  Substack Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our contact page: DerateTheHate.com/ContactThe Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels — America's largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.orgWelcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast!*The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.

This week, we're looking back on Rob's 2023 conversation with the great Kevin Bacon! In this episode you'll hear about Kevin's experience playing onstage with Billy Joel at the Garden, how he came to own a farm in the 1980s, the time he had to save his dog, and Clint Eastwood memories. Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at (323) 570-4551. Yours could get featured on the show! This episode was recorded on August 31, 2023. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Music That Made WE welcomes Stella Nova (Boombox Burlesque, Uptown Stripdown NYC) who has chosen 10 songs that up their story, with a soundtrack that includes Janelle Monae, Matchbox Twenty, Doechii, and more. + Stick around for Viktor's hidden bonus track. more stella: https://www.instagram.com/the.stellanova/  The Music That Made WE is a creation of WEBurlesque Podcast Network, produced by Viktor Devonne. For the extended VIDEO version of this presentation, please visit our Patreon.com — all episodes of this series are available under the $1 threshold. that's patreon dot com slash we burlesque

Norma Garbo has been teaching voice since 1979, specializing in contemporary music.As a singer, she has recorded and performed with artists such as Billy Joel, Jimmy Cliff, Tommy James, Gloria Gaynor, Eddie Kendricks and Laura Branigan. As a studio singer she has sung with Luther Vandross, Patty Austin, and Valerie Simpson.Her commercial work includes radio and TV spots. She taught Jazz and Commercial Voice at Manhattan School of Music for 16 years.For more info go to:vocalcoachgarbo.comfeminizingthevoice.com

In Pt. 2 of this lively, insightful conversation with Liberty DeVitto', Billy Joel's longtime drummer revisits the challenge of drumming in the synth-driven 1980s; the making of Joel's albums The Bridge, Storm Front and River of Dreams; the creation of the smash single “We Didn't Start the Fire”; the reason DeVitto plays on only one River of Dreams song; and his irate fax that wound up on that last album's control room wall. DeVitto also addresses his high-profile split from Joel and subsequent lawsuit against the singer-songwriter. How did they reconcile, with Joel writing the foreword to DeVitto's memoir, Liberty: Life, Billy and the Pursuit of Happiness? Have DeVitto and Joel played together since then? Why or why not? What did DeVitto say that got left on the cutting-room floor of the two-part HBO documentary: Billy Joel: And So It Goes? He recalls playing with Karen Carpenter and Paul McCartney as well. (Photo: Petra den Tenter)

It's our first super heavyweight battle in the MTM Fight Night ring!! The Piano Man and the Rocket Man are squaring off for a 15 round bout!!!

(00:00-27:23) When did Doug first join Augusta National? Doug still wants to go with Libby and the Cardinals getting the W down in Atlanta. Shams texting while answering questions. Both Nick AND The Badger will join us (separately). Bring the kids to work. The Evil David Letterman era. Wednesday Homer Roll. TMA Reunion. Going from a 6 to a 9. Ryan Fernandez....yikes.(27:31-45:22) Is Akoostic Session opening for Billy Joel or vice versa? Clinton on hold and wants to talk Lebron and the Lakers. Lose It or Clues It. He thinks he was calling Unsportsmanlike. Could you hear his CPAP machine in the background? Audio of Cade Cavalli talking about the dust up with Wilson Contreras. Audio of Wilson Contreras giving his perspective.(45:32-1:07:52) Producer Joe joins the show to get you ready for USA vs. Bosnia. Joe's gonna be watching at home and gives his prediction for the match. What the new coach has done for the team. Pretty long shot to go all the way. The infamous remote out at Rams Park with the t-shirts. Short sleeves and organizational differences. No interest in popping into ATMA.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When did Doug first join Augusta National? Doug still wants to go with Libby and the Cardinals getting the W down in Atlanta. Shams texting while answering questions. Both Nick AND The Badger will join us (separately). Bring the kids to work. The Evil David Letterman era. Wednesday Homer Roll. TMA Reunion. Going from a 6 to a 9. Ryan Fernandez....yikes.Is Akoostic Session opening for Billy Joel or vice versa? Clinton on hold and wants to talk Lebron and the Lakers. Lose It or Clues It. He thinks he was calling Unsportsmanlike. Could you hear his CPAP machine in the background? Audio of Cade Cavalli talking about the dust up with Wilson Contreras. Audio of Wilson Contreras giving his perspective.Producer Joe joins the show to get you ready for USA vs. Bosnia. Joe's gonna be watching at home and gives his prediction for the match. What the new coach has done for the team. Pretty long shot to go all the way. The infamous remote out at Rams Park with the t-shirts. Short sleeves and organizational differences. No interest in popping into ATMA.Presidential eating habits. Is Jackson anti-Jefferson? Dave Portnoy's new book. Happy Bobby Bonilla Day. The phone lines are all lit up. Let's start with The Last My Space User. Chairman made the wrong call. Next up is Arman The Bosnian who wants to give the Bosnian perspective ahead of the match tonight.Puck Talk with Jeremy Rutherford. What's so great about Sweden? JR's takeaways from Steen and Armstrong's presser yesterday. Taking some questions from the text inbox and YouTube chat. JR didn't bring his kid into the studio today. Is Robert Thomas re-energized? Defensive pairings going into the season. Binnington and Hofer. And all of a sudden its a day care in here.Hey look, it's Charlie Marlow. Star of Nick & The Badger. NASCAR and soccer. Charlie's kids getting into sports. What's Jeff Fisher up to? Ohio State is the one team Charlie still cares about. Charlie's unrivaled work ethic in covering high school sports. The untimely passing of Kyle Busch. Martin looked a bloated old astronaut in his fire suit at the race track.RIP Aviici. Bunch of failed midday shows. Charlie remembers the day his favorite DJ passed away. EDC. A quick look around the National League. Charlie's buddy is the assistant hitting coach for the Guardians. Teaching Charlie about So What'd Your Grandma Think.Charlie frequented Double D's for karaoke. Ryan Day and Ohio State. Producers and news directors love live shots.Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDThe good ol' Spags days. Martin stayed just for Charlie. Charlie explains YouTube to Doug. Editing like The Dickens. He is NOT a slum lord.Young Charles is really focused in on this tablet over here. People want Charlie in more often.And the winner of the Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTD is...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of the Behind The Song podcast, Janda remembers the legendary Clive Davis, the music icon who almost single-handedly dragged the music industry into the rock revolution. He was a lawyer with no musical training whatsoever but with truly magic ears when it came to signing the cream of rock's crop: from Janis Joplin to Aerosmith, The Grateful Dead to Springsteen, Santana to Billy Joel. Hear the story of how his legacy unfolded in this episode! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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It started as a scream - a sound so piercing it could be heard over the roar of the amps - and it ended as a global cultural revolution. In this episode of History Ignited we dive deep into the phenomenon of British Beatlemania. Explore how a quartet of working-class musicians from Liverpool shattered the status quo, transformed the music industry, and became the face of a rapidly changing decade. We'll look past the hysteria to uncover the social, cultural, and political forces that allowed the Beatles to not just dominate the charts but fundamentally define an entire generation. Send us Fan MailAbout History Ignited: History Ignited is the award-winning kids and family history podcast inspired by Billy Joel's We Didn't Start the Fire. Each short episode explores the real stories behind the people, events, inventions, and cultural moments that shaped the world from the 1950s through the 1980s. Winner of the 2025 Webby People's Voice Award for Best Kids & Family Podcast.

This week on the Long Island Tea Podcast, it's a milestone episode as we kick off Long Island's LI250 celebrations while celebrating 250 episodes of the Long Island Tea Podcast! Stacy and Sharon reflect on an exciting week, including recording a special on-location episode at Twisted Cow Distillery, announcing Sharon's new role stepping in as President & CEO of Discover Long Island, and looking ahead to the next chapter for both the organization and the podcast!They also dive into some of the stories shaping summer across Long Island, from the region's growing craft beverage scene and Revolutionary history to fireworks, live music, local food, and the people and places that make Long Island such a special destination.#ShowUsYourLongIslanderThis week's spotlight features Don Ryan, who spent more than 60 years mentoring young athletes through basketball while emphasizing education, character, and community. His influence reached generations of players, including Julius Erving, Ken Chenault, and Steve Mills, and his legacy continues to inspire through the book When Basketball Was a Game.Show us YOUR Long Islander by sending us a DM or emailing spillthetea@discoverlongisland.com.#LongIslandRevolutionaryRootsThis week we're spotlighting the Northport Historical Society & Museum, a featured stop on the Suffolk 250 Passport. Housed in the historic Carnegie Library, the museum explores Northport's maritime heritage, local history, and the people who helped shape this North Shore community.#LongIslandLifeThis week we're discussing:-Our special on-location episode from Twisted Cow Distillery and its commemorative America 250 bourbon.-Forbes' spotlight on Bedell Cellars and Long Island Wine Country.-The viral Trader Joe's mini tote craze across Long Island.-Fireworks season, Freedom Fest, and LI250 celebrations.-Free outdoor concerts happening across Suffolk County this summer.-Mann's Homemade Ice Cream's floating ice cream boat serving the South Shore.#ChariTEAThis week's ChariTEA honors Coach Chris Polhemus of Smithtown, who celebrated his retirement after 40 years of teaching by walking 88 miles from Commack to Montauk, raising more than $12,000 for United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island.#ThisWeekendOnLongIslandFriday, July 3Freedom Fest – Catholic Health Amphitheater at Bald HillLong Island History HuntAnnual July 3rd Celebration – AmityvilleHalsey House GalaLong Island Ducks Fireworks WeekendSaturday, July 4Riverhead America 250 Parade & FireworksNeon Nights – Splish Splash Water ParkHuntington Pet ContestSunday, July 5Port Jefferson 250 Block PartyFor more events happening across Long Island, visit discoverlongisland.com/events.#CelebriTEAThis week we're spotlighting Long Island native Landry Shamet returning home after helping the Knicks win the NBA Championship, along with Snooki's upcoming appearances in Huntington and Smithtown. We also celebrate Long Island's LI250 festivities with a Billy Joel tribute concert at Fireman's Park in Cold Spring Harbor.Connect With UsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longislandteapodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@longislandteapodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DiscoverLongIslandFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LongIslandTeaPodcastX: https://x.com/liteapodcastWebsite: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/long-island-tea-podcast/Events: https://www.discoverlongisland.com/events/Email: spillthetea@discoverlongisland.comShop: https://shop.discoverlongisland.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Seeing Them Live, Charles interviews Alan Rosenberg. Alan is the creator and host of The Alan Rosenberg Show on YouTube, a channel dedicated to his lifelong passion for music. Growing up on Long Island, New York, Alan was introduced to rock and roll at an early age through his older sister, whose bedroom walls were covered in posters of The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, and The Allman Brothers. By age 10, Alan was already building what would become a meticulously catalogued collection of over 5,000 albums — all of which he has listened to multiple times. In this episode, Alan takes host Charles Zona through the roots of his obsession, including the typed yearly album lists he kept starting in 1973, a tradition handed down from his sister that eventually evolved into a comprehensive digital database tracking every album he owns, every song on it, its chart position, and the year he acquired it. Alan shares vivid memories from more than five decades of concert-going, starting with his very first show — The Rolling Stones at Madison Square Garden in June 1975, featuring the legendary Lotus Stage and a then-new Ron Wood sitting in as guest guitarist. From there, the conversation moves through highlights including the Stones' massive Steel Wheels Tour at Shea Stadium, a Simon & Garfunkel reunion in Central Park, and what Alan calls perhaps his most purely fun concert experience: seeing The Rolling Stones at the intimate MGM Grand in Las Vegas during the 1999 No Security Tour. A standout moment from the episode is Alan's account of seeing U2 at The Sphere in Las Vegas — a venue he discovered before it became widely known — where the crystal-clear, immersive sound system left him calling it one of the greatest concert experiences of his life. The conversation also covers some of Alan's more disappointing experiences, including a Hackney Diamonds-era Rolling Stones show at MetLife Stadium where the sound quality was, in his words, "atrocious," and a Van Halen reunion show at Jones Beach that failed to deliver. Beyond the concert stories, Charles and Alan dive deep into the philosophy behind The Alan Rosenberg Show, where Alan refuses to review a new album until he has listened to it at least five times — sometimes eight or nine — because, as he puts it, music is deeply personal and mood-dependent. He discusses the decline of new music on classic rock radio, the fearlessness of artists like David Gilmour who still play entire new albums on tour, and why he believes the era of great classic rock concert experiences has fundamentally changed due to ticket prices, stadium sound problems, and the industry's shift toward playing only the hits. Alan also touches on his love of deluxe box sets, his growing appreciation for Taylor Swift's Midnights, and the warm, knowledgeable community he has built around his YouTube channel, which now features close to 600 videos. BANDS: The Allman Brothers, Billy Joel, Blue Öyster Cult, Dave Matthews, David Gilmour, The Eagles, Genesis, Harry Styles, Iron Maiden, James Brown, Jethro Tull, Led Zeppelin, The Moody Blues, Nazareth, Olivia Newton-John, Paul McCartney, Pink Floyd, Ratboys, The Rolling Stones, Ron Wood, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Simon & Garfunkel, Taylor Swift, Tina Turner, U2, Van Halen, Wishbone Ash, The Who, Yes. VENUES:  Brendan Byrne Arena (Meadowlands), Central Park, Jones Beach, Madison Square Garden, MetLife Stadium, MGM Grand, Shea Stadium, The Sphere (Las Vegas), SUNY Albany, The United Center (Chicago), The Vic Theater (Chicago), Westbury Music Theater, World Music Theater (Tinley Park, Illinois). PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE - BECOME A GUEST:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website and click on the link to fill out a form so we can consider you as a guest on the show.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

Indie troubadour and Rolling Stone darling Brian Dunne gets real about his work as a songwriter who take the craft seriously. PART ONE:  Paul and Scott talk about the Earth, Wind & Fire documentary, musical gibberish, Michael Jackson's lyrical theft, Scott's Cameroonian music phase, and perhaps the most irritating song mashup of all time. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Brian DunneABOUT BRYAN DUNNE Brian Dunne is a New York–based singer-songwriter whose sharp storytelling, dark humor, and blue-collar perspective have earned him a devoted following in the Americana and indie-rock worlds. A longtime fixture on the East Coast club circuit, Dunne built his career the old-fashioned way—by writing songs, touring relentlessly, and cultivating a fiercely independent DIY approach. Over the course of multiple solo albums, including Selling Things in 2020, Loser on the Ropes in 2023, and Clams Casino in 2025, he has developed a reputation for pairing deeply human observations with memorable, hook-filled songs that draw from the traditions of artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, and Billy Joel while maintaining a distinctly modern voice. Dunne's profile expanded internationally when his 2021 single “New Tattoo” became an unexpected hit in the Netherlands, and in 2022 he co-founded the acclaimed folk-rock collective Fantastic Cat alongside fellow songwriters Anthony D'Amato, Don DiLego, and Mike Montali. Dunne continues to balance his solo career with Fantastic Cat, earning praise for songs that explore failure, resilience, class, ambition, and the everyday struggles of modern life with equal parts wit, empathy, and heart. His work has attracted praise from Rolling Stone, where writer Joseph Hudak championed his 2025 album Clams Casino and later singled it out as his favorite album of the year. It has been described as if novelist Sam Lipsyte wrote the lyrics for Billy Joel's Glass Houses, or if the Jason Isbell of Southeastern cut his teeth in scuzzy NYC rock clubs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode, we remember legendary music executive Clive Davis and examine the incredible impact he had on artists like Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, Alicia Keys, Santana, Billy Joel and countless others. We also break down the growing controversy surrounding Jelly Roll and Bunnie XO's divorce after claims surfaced that the split may be tied to a publicity stunt, while Jelly Roll publicly addresses rumors and speculation. Plus, the golf world is taking aim at Long Island after a major U.S. Open controversy sparked criticism of local fans and raised questions about future tournaments returning to the region.#CliveDavis #JellyRoll #USOpenGet more AoA and become a member to get exclusive access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfx0OFE-uMTmJXGPpP7elQ/joinGet Erin C's book here: https://amzn.to/3ITDoO7Get Merch here - https://bit.ly/AnthonyMerchSubscribe to the Anthony On Air Podcast here:Facebook - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirFBYouTube - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirYTApple Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirAppleSpotify - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirSpotTwitter - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirTwitterInstagram - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirInstaTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyonairpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/78V469aV22Get more at https://www.AnthonyOnAir.com

From bar-hopping at CMA Fest with Jason Aldean's band to scheduled high school fights at 3 pm sharp, this episode of Try That in a Small Town is all about chaos, consequences, and the crazy ways we somehow survive it all. The guys kick things off with surgery scars, locked-up backs, and near misses in the garage, then pivot into behind-the-scenes CMA Fest stories, in-ear monitor nightmares, and why late-night stadium sets grind down even veteran players. They talk Morgan Wallen flipping pianos and throwing phones, Taylor Swift's historic new country single tied to Toy Story 5, and how modern country production has become so “perfect” it's almost personality-free. Things get heavier when they unpack the Carmelo Anthony/Austin Metcalf stabbing at a track meet, race narratives in the media, and what real self-defense is—and isn't—when someone pulls a knife. They contrast that with a powerful small-town hero story: a Gwinnett County officer who saves a 7-year-old launched through a windshield. In classic TTIAST fashion, the crew rounds it out with songwriting pet peeves, delusional DMs from strangers wanting co-writes and video calls, bullying stories that still haunt them, and how golf, TV binges, and pizza reviews are getting them through recovery. 01:30 Surgeries, brutal bruises, allergic reactions to bandages and upcoming product bans in Tennessee 04:40 Locked-up back on the toilet, crawling across the house and day-three recovery status 06:30 Surviving CMA Fest: bar crawl sets, in-ear monitor disasters and playing blind on stage 09:45 Bar energy vs stadium distance and podcast fans popping up at shows 11:15 Late-night stadium headlining slot, fried fans, and what TV does to show times 14:00 Original Glory and Patriot Mobile sponsor segments 15:10 Learning piano one-handed after surgery, Jingle Bells, and mining TV shows for song ideas 17:50 TV recs: Life After Lockup, The Invisible Pilot, and Cape Fear reboot 20:20 NBA and Stanley Cup talk: Knicks' huge comeback, Wembanyama, and why some tuned out the NBA 22:45 Trump at the Garden, celebrity courtside culture, and politics vs respect for the office 24:40 Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 country single and the business behind her return to the format 29:00 Why modern country records all sound the same and the few acts still using their own bands 31:40 Morgan Wallen: “I Ain't Coming Back” lyric love, phone toss, piano flip and Billy Joel's defense 36:30 Wild private plane trip with Morgan Wallen, crass “rich buddies” and what stuck with Kalo 38:20 Post-surgery meds, apologizing to Neil, and the nurse/dong/stripper one-liner 41:10 Group shave before a heart cath and hospital humor 42:00 CMA Fest nights with Luke Bryan at his bar, tequila overload and four-day hangovers 44:10 Dipshits of the week: insane video chat requests, song pitches, and social media entitlement 47:00 Fans demanding co-writes and “brain picking” vs actually earning a seat at the table 50:40 The worst song “idea” ever: Cats in the Cradle… but backwards 55:00 Young writers sliding into DMs, asking for writes and coffees, and basic industry etiquette 58:40 Nearly gassing yourself in a closed garage while checking mixes: calling dipshit on yourself 1:01:40 Drone-rescue story: Apache down, surviving in the water and next-level military tech 1:05:30 Golf injuries, steroids on the road, and fighting to stay in playing shape 1:07:10 The Carmelo Anthony–Austin Metcalf stabbing: facts, sentencing and race narratives 1:12:10 Media framing, self-defense vs murder, and how race gets injected into every case 1:16:00 Scheduled school fights at the park, bus brawls and why nobody brought knives back then 1:19:40 Getting drilled in the face for knocking a kid's basketball away: lesson learned 1:20:30 One cold jab to the nose and understanding when you've gone too far 1:22:10 The bully who made you fast: getting wrecked in pickup football and later asking for tickets 1:24:20 Small Town Big Story: Officer Ariana James saves a 7-year-old thrown from a truck in Gwinnett County 1:26:10 Closing: Peacemaker Coffee, shoutout to listener Ed, scheduled fights and listener call-to-action ______________________________________________________________________________________________SPONSORS: The Try That in a Small Town Podcast is powered by e|spaces!Redefining Coworking - Exceptional Office Space for Every BusinessBook a tour today at espaces.comFrom the Patriot Mobile studios:Don't get fooled by other cellular providers pretending to share your values or have the same coverage. 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Following backlash on Reddit for our lack of preparation last week, we have instituted a professional course correction for Part 2 of our Summer 2026 Movie Preview: we watched the trailers this time, and we've mapped them into a highly scientific rating system ranging from "Must See" to "Go to Hell."This week, we dive into the upcoming cinematic landscape to debate whether Hugh Jackman is being grizzled-hero typecasted in The Death of Robin Hood, why Nate Bargatzi's new family comedy The Breadwinner is an antiquated disaster, why Pixar never seems to whiff when it comes to Toy Story, as well as Hokum, The Furious, and Leviticus.Along the way, Tom breaks down Steven Spielberg's Disclosure Day, Tim pitches himself as a professional safe-cracking piano tuner, and we take massive detours into the theology of whether God has a soul, a plan to fix a brand-new Billy Joel statue in Oyster Bay, and why Wall Street refuses to call it "cryptocurrency" anymore.For full-length weekly bonus episodes check out the TCGTE Patreon!Like the show? Rate Us on Apple Podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Named one of Portland's best new bands by the Willamette Week, ethereal indie folk band Essie and the Hum seem to have sprung to life fully-formed, with a musical cohesion and creative clarity that belies their scant 13 months together. The whole band is in the house this week to peel back the curtain on that creation myth and dive into the moments of change and growth that have propelled them so far. We also get into the gremlin-core good looks of Billy Joel; bone-conducting as an audio medium (pro or con?); gnat jewelry;  and paper eating (decidedly pro). Music this week:“I Am a Flower” by Essie and the Hum (22:34)“Fauna Song” By Rapman Gavin and Jesse the Tree (40:15)“Raccoon Eyes” by Essie and the Hum (1:06:15)“Nausea” by Laska (1:24:59)“La Bruja” by Arteaga (1:42:32)

One man spent 50 years at the same radio station. The rest of us can barely commit to a streaming service.This episode of The Rizzuto Show welcomes St. Louis radio icon John Ulett into the studio for a hilarious, nostalgic, and surprisingly emotional conversation about surviving five decades in broadcasting without being fired, arrested, or permanently trapped in a dark cork-covered radio studio.John shares stories from the wild early days of KSHE, when listeners could literally walk up to the station window, steal albums, yell requests, and occasionally terrify overnight DJs. We hear about legendary encounters with future superstars like John Mellencamp, Billy Joel, Brian Adams, Eddie Van Halen, and David Lee Roth before they became household names. Apparently every rock legend passed through St. Louis at some point—and somehow John lived to tell the stories.The gang digs into radio's golden years, discussing everything from bizarre consultant advice to the strange reality of hearing your younger self on old airchecks and realizing you sounded way more serious than you remembered. John opens up about imposter syndrome, career longevity, and what it feels like knowing generations of listeners grew up listening to him. It turns out even a broadcasting legend still worries someone will eventually figure out he has no idea what he's doing. Good news, John: you're among friends.Things get weird when stories surface about obsessive listeners, accidental hot-mic moments, profanity accidentally testing radio delay systems, and one particularly unsettling fan who learned to sound exactly like John and may or may not have wanted to wear his skin as a jacket. Just normal radio stuff.The conversation also dives into John's decades-long role as the Cardinals' PA announcer, including mispronounced player names, emotional rookie debuts, opening day memories, Jack Buck stories, and the pressure of announcing baseball legends in front of thousands of fans. Because apparently public speaking isn't stressful enough unless you're doing it over giant stadium speakers.Then, because The Rizzuto Show cannot leave well enough alone, the entire interview derails into a game called "Sick in the Head," where John and Lern battle to determine who knows more about horrifying medical conditions. Expect discussions of gout, hemorrhoids, shingles, migraines, tetanus, gallstones, sleep apnea, vitamin deficiencies, and enough symptoms to convince every listener they should immediately schedule a doctor's appointment.It's a celebration of radio history, St. Louis memories, friendship, mortality, questionable health choices, and the strange beauty of spending a lifetime entertaining people.If you love classic radio stories, behind-the-scenes broadcasting chaos, Cardinals memories, weird listener encounters, and watching two hypochondriacs become amateur doctors, this episode delivers all of it.This daily comedy show proves that the best stories come from the people who've been around long enough to collect them.Whether you're a longtime listener or discovering The Rizzuto Show for the first time, this daily comedy show is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and enough medical misinformation-adjacent panic to keep you entertained all day.Follow The Rizzuto Show → https://linktr.ee/rizzshow for more from your favorite daily comedy show.Connect with The Rizzuto Show Comedy Podcast online → https://1057thepoint.com/RizzShow.Hear The Rizz Show daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point | Hubbard Radio in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.