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The follow-up to Kristin Casey's widely acclaimed memoir Rock Monster: My Life with Joe WalshCasey Dancer is the true story of a thirty-nine-year-old part-time stripper, full-time real estate agent, and struggling writer navigating the chaos of love and ambition. Fresh from a tumultuous breakup and newly sober, Kristin finds herself struggling to re-enter the dating scene. When she falls for Lalo, a charming but troubled ex-coke dealer, their steamy affair leads to deep emotional conflict, testing her boundaries and stirring memories of past relationships. Through the highs of passion, the lows of financial strain, and the harsh realities of erotic labor, Kristin fights to reclaim her sense of self. Bold, raw, and unapologetically honest, Casey Dancer is a story of resilience, vulnerability, and self-discovery."In Casey Dancer, Kristin Casey invites readers into an unfiltered exploration of her journey through the complexities of sex, dating, and intimacy, transcending the superficial allure of romantic entanglements to uncover the raw truths that lie beneath. This candid memoir serves as a fearless examination of the often-unspoken realities of modern relationships, revealing not only the euphoric highs of passionate encounters but also the deep vulnerabilities that arise when one dares to be truly seen by another. With an honesty that is both refreshing and disarming, Kristin confronts her own choices and experiences with genuine curiosity, challenging societal norms and expectations along the way. Throughout the memoir, she thoughtfully references her first book, Rock Monster, which chronicled her whirlwind relationship with rock legend Joe Walsh. These poignant callbacks serve as effective reminders of where she's been and how those experiences have shaped her understanding of love and self. Through her journeys, both physical and emotional, Kristin pushes boundaries in ways that are not only refreshing but also deeply relatable. She invites readers to join her on a path of self-acceptance, exploring the intersections of sexuality, identity, and the relentless passage of time. Casey Dancer dares to ask the difficult questions, embracing the messy, beautiful, and sometimes painful realities of being human. It is a celebration of resilience, a testament to the strength found in vulnerability, and an invitation for readers to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery." -Chris Epting, memoirist and author of forty-five books including Where One Hears the RainBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

ABOUT KRISTIN CASEY AND CASEY DANCER  The follow-up to Kristin Casey's widely acclaimed memoir Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh Casey Dancer is the true story of a thirty-nine-year-old part-time stripper, full-time real estate agent, and struggling writer navigating the chaos of love and ambition. Fresh from a tumultuous breakup and newly sober, Kristin finds herself struggling to re-enter the dating scene. When she falls for Lalo, a charming but troubled ex-coke dealer, their steamy affair leads to deep emotional conflict, testing her boundaries and stirring memories of past relationships. Through the highs of passion, the lows of financial strain, and the harsh realities of erotic labor, Kristin fights to reclaim her sense of self. Bold, raw, and unapologetically honest, Casey Dancer is a story of resilience, vulnerability, and self-discovery.   "In Casey Dancer, Kristin Casey invites readers into an unfiltered exploration of her journey through the complexities of sex, dating, and intimacy, transcending the superficial allure of romantic entanglements to uncover the raw truths that lie beneath. This candid memoir serves as a fearless examination of the often-unspoken realities of modern relationships, revealing not only the euphoric highs of passionate encounters but also the deep vulnerabilities that arise when one dares to be truly seen by another. With an honesty that is both refreshing and disarming, Kristin confronts her own choices and experiences with genuine curiosity, challenging societal norms and expectations along the way. Throughout the memoir, she thoughtfully references her first book, Rock Monster, which chronicled her whirlwind relationship with rock legend Joe Walsh. These poignant callbacks serve as effective reminders of where she's been and how those experiences have shaped her understanding of love and self. Through her journeys, both physical and emotional, Kristin pushes boundaries in ways that are not only refreshing but also deeply relatable. She invites readers to join her on a path of self-acceptance, exploring the intersections of sexuality, identity, and the relentless passage of time. Casey Dancer dares to ask the difficult questions, embracing the messy, beautiful, and sometimes painful realities of being human. It is a celebration of resilience, a testament to the strength found in vulnerability, and an invitation for readers to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery."    -Chris Epting, memoirist and author of forty-five books including Where One Hears the Rain  ABOUT KRISTEN CASEY  Kristin Casey is a writer and recovered alcoholic and addict. Her first memoir Rock Monster: My Life with Joe Walsh documents their tumultuous six-year relationship and drug-fueled, train-wreck breakup. Her second, Casey Dancer: A Memoir About Dating, Stripping, and a Little Hot Yoga, chronicles her journey overcoming fear of intimacy in early sobriety.   She's survived clinical depression, numerous addictions, the panhandle of Texas, and seventeen years of Catholicism. Her writing has appeared in the Foliate Oak Literary Magazine, The Nervous Breakdown, Please Kill Me, $pread, and elsewhere. She writes about addiction, dependency, sexuality, and relationships. She resides in Austin, Texas, where she's a certified sexuality counselor and retired intimacy coach and IPSA-trained surrogate partner.Get the book: https://a.co/d/aeUfgQnBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

The Hard 180 is a podcast counting down the 100 most essential albums of the 1980's Metal Scene. Some call it Hair Metal. Some get really butthurt by that term. But we all love it. A list curated from the rankings of fellow podcasters, influential contributors to the scene and fans. Resulting in a final list of the 100 Most Essential Albums from that scene. Hosted by Bakko, the co-host of the Cobras & Fire Podcast and self-proclaimed 80's metal scene expert. Please let us know what you think as we go along as we will be reading comments on future episodes. Horns UP! Author | Chrisepting Pantheon Podcasts Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Apple Podcasts Join our fanpage on Facebook: (2) Cobras ON Fire: Private Group | Facebook Click like and follow on Facebook: (2) Cobras & Fire: Rock Podcast | Chicago IL | Facebook Follow us on Twitter: Best Hard Rock & Metal Podcast (@CobrasFire) / Twitter Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Cobras & Fire Rock Podcast - YouTube Email us: Buy a shirt!:"Cobras and Fire Podcast" T-shirt for Sale by CobrasandFire | Redbubble | cobras and fire t-shirts - cobras fire t-shirts Stitcher: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Stitcher Spreaker: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show | Listen to Podcasts On Demand Free | TuneIn Find it all here: Cobras and Fire Podcast - Comedy Rock Talk Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Chris Epting joins the show to break down the 4th album from Def Leppard, Hysteria. The Hard 180 is a podcast counting down the 100 most essential albums of the 1980's Metal Scene. Some call it Hair Metal. Some get really butthurt by that term. But we all love it. A list curated from the rankings of fellow podcasters, influential contributors to the scene and fans. Resulting in a final list of the 100 Most Essential Albums from that scene. Hosted by Bakko, the co-host of the Cobras & Fire Podcast and self-proclaimed 80's metal scene expert. Please let us know what you think as we go along as we will be reading comments on future episodes. Horns UP! Author | Chrisepting Pantheon Podcasts Reach out to us! Rate, review, and subscribe at Apple Podcasts: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Apple Podcasts Join our fanpage on Facebook: (2) Cobras ON Fire: Private Group | Facebook Click like and follow on Facebook: (2) Cobras & Fire: Rock Podcast | Chicago IL | Facebook Follow us on Twitter: Best Hard Rock & Metal Podcast (@CobrasFire) / Twitter Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Cobras & Fire Rock Podcast - YouTube Email us: Buy a shirt!:"Cobras and Fire Podcast" T-shirt for Sale by CobrasandFire | Redbubble | cobras and fire t-shirts - cobras fire t-shirts Stitcher: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show on Stitcher Spreaker: Cobras & Fire: Comedy / Rock Talk Show | Listen to Podcasts On Demand Free | TuneIn Find it all here: Cobras and Fire Podcast - Comedy Rock Talk Show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John & Heidi share funny stories of people doing weird things... plus John chats with a guest. We visit with Chris Epting - Where One Hears The RainLearn more about our radio program, podcast & blog at www.JohnAndHeidiShow.com

Thank you for being part of the conversation.  This is Play It Forward.  Real people.  Real stories.  The struggle to Play It Forward.  Episode 637 with author and historian Chris Epting.   Where One Hears the Rain is a comprehensive, entertaining, and informative guide that explores the art of memoir writing and provides aspiring authors with the tools and inspiration to craft their own compelling personal narratives.   Drawing on his journey as an author, collaborative writer, and decade-long tenure as a memoir writing workshop instructor, Chris Epting offers invaluable insights and practical advice to guide writers to their unique voice and shape their personal stories. This book delves into the essential aspects of memoir writing, from uncovering inspiration to developing compelling narratives to organizing and structuring the autobiographical narrative for maximum emotional impact.   What sets Where One Hears the Rain apart is Epting's incorporation of lessons learned from his mentor, the legendary author John Cheever. Epting weaves Cheever's teachings seamlessly into the fabric of the book, enriching readers' understanding of the craft and exposing them to the wisdom passed down from one literary generation to another.    Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

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Where One Hears the Rain is a comprehensive, entertaining, and informative guide that explores the art of memoir writing and provides aspiring authors with the tools and inspiration to craft their own compelling personal narratives. Drawing on his journey as an author, collaborative writer, and decade-long tenure as a memoir writing workshop instructor, Chris Epting offers invaluable insights and practical advice to guide writers to their unique voice and shape their personal stories. This book delves into the essential aspects of memoir writing, from uncovering inspiration to developing compelling narratives to organizing and structuring the autobiographical narrative for maximum emotional impact. What sets Where One Hears the Rain apart is Epting's incorporation of lessons learned from his mentor, the legendary author John Cheever. Epting weaves Cheever's teachings seamlessly into the fabric of the book, enriching readers' understanding of the craft and exposing them to the wisdom passed down from one literary generation to another. This book is a treasure trove of knowledge for aspiring memoirists, covering every aspect of the writing and publishing process, including the intricacies of the publishing industry. Epting's exhaustive approach ensures that readers are equipped with the tools and know-how to navigate the path to publication successfully. Moreover, the inclusion of personal anecdotes from Epting's own writing experiences adds depth and authenticity, making the book both engaging and instructional.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Nearly everyone has a story to tell and today Scott Watson talks with Chris Epting about how to get your story organized, written and published.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lisa Anderson, Director of Boundless and Young Adults at Focus on the Family, joins the show with conversation different from her usual area of expertise, sharing insight and tips gleaned from her experience caring for her mother with dementia. Lisa is always a great guest at sharing openly and honestly in a very fun yet serious way at the same time. She hosts "The Boundless Show" heard Saturdays at 830pm on WFIL. FInd out more at www.boundless.org. Author Chris Epting checks in as well regarding his new book, Where One Hears The Rain: Finding Your Voice and Crafting Your Story, from Inspiration to Publication. Epting, whose mentor was American novelist John Cheever, offers tools to help you overcome writer's block, develop your writing skills, and gain the confidence you need to tell your story and share it with a broader audience. He has written 46 travel/history books including John Oates' (Hall & Oates) memoir Change of Seasons and Lost Landmarks of Orange County (which he discussed with us on the program back in May '24).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy King hosts your Memorial Day Monday Wake Up Call. Amy starts the show sharing the history of Memorial Day and best ways to honor and celebrate our nation's fallen heroes. Amy talks with travel journalist Chris Epting, an award-winning historian and author about his latest book Lost Landmarks of Orange County. The Show closes with Amy talking to Ted Kapner about Run for the Wall, an annual motorcycle ride spanning from Ontario, California to the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. that is focused on honoring veterans, raising awareness for missing soldiers, and facilitating the healing of veterans.

Amy talks with travel journalist Chris Epting, an award-winning historian and author about his latest book Lost Landmarks of Orange County.

Since forming in 1889, Orange County, California has become famous all over the world for being home to such popular attractions as Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. But there are also many other places that helped establish the county as not just a popular tourist destination, but also home to countless cultural landmarks that served the local communities for generations. Stretching across the 34 cities that comprise "The OC," Lost Landmarks of Orange County brings back fabulous memories of music venues, restaurants, theaters, theme parks, attractions, and more. Everybody knows the aforementioned Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, but Orange County was also home to Lion Country Safari, the California Alligator Farm, the Buffalo Ranch, Japanese Village and Deer Park, Movieland Wax Museum, the Orange County International Raceway, and many other large-scale attractions. Concert venues including the Golden Bear, Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, and the Cuckoo's Nest all featured some of the biggest names in rock and roll and popular music. Tiki bars, airports, drive-in movie theaters, themed restaurants . . . these were the places where generations of OC natives and visitors from around the world created memories that would last a lifetime. Today, all of these locations are gone, but utilizing firsthand accounts, rare photos, artifacts, and other resources, Lost Landmarks of Orange County keeps the colorful memories of Orange County's past alive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-like-it-s-live--4113802/support.

Since forming in 1889, Orange County, California has become famous all over the world for being home to such popular attractions as Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. But there are also many other places that helped establish the county as not just a popular tourist destination, but also home to countless cultural landmarks that served the local communities for generations. Stretching across the 34 cities that comprise "The OC," Lost Landmarks of Orange County brings back fabulous memories of music venues, restaurants, theaters, theme parks, attractions, and more. Everybody knows the aforementioned Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, but Orange County was also home to Lion Country Safari, the California Alligator Farm, the Buffalo Ranch, Japanese Village and Deer Park, Movieland Wax Museum, the Orange County International Raceway, and many other large-scale attractions. Concert venues including the Golden Bear, Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, and the Cuckoo's Nest all featured some of the biggest names in rock and roll and popular music. Tiki bars, airports, drive-in movie theaters, themed restaurants . . . these were the places where generations of OC natives and visitors from around the world created memories that would last a lifetime. Today, all of these locations are gone, but utilizing firsthand accounts, rare photos, artifacts, and other resources, Lost Landmarks of Orange County keeps the colorful memories of Orange County's past alive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

On this episode of the California Now Podcast, host Soterios Johnson learns about Orange County's wide range of travel offerings from three locals. First, Johnson engages with Chris Epting, a seasoned travel writer and historian known for his extensive works on Orange County. Epting sheds light on a few lesser-known attractions, from live oak forests to the county's only grove of redwoods, each with intriguing histories. Epting also shares insights on local beach culture and the charming towns that dot the coast. “Every beach city here has such a different personality... Each one of them is really worth a visit," he explains. Epting also shares his favorite eateries, as well as a few quirky attractions from the past—including the tale of a fake ski mountain. Next up, Johnson talks with Chelsea Raineri, style and home editor at Orange Coast Magazine and the host of its podcast, The Zest. Raineri discusses Orange County's standing as a premier shopping and fashion destination, highlighting everything from luxury shopping malls to local boutiques. She raves about South Coast Plaza as a world-renowned shopping destination: “They have more than a dozen West Coast–exclusive boutiques. It's incredible,” she remarks. Raineri also explores alternative shopping experiences, from bargain hunts to vintage finds, and shares her personal favorite shopping spots in the area. Lastly, Johnson chats with Leslie Liao, an up-and-coming stand-up comedian with Orange County roots. Liao shares her unique journey from corporate life to comedy, influenced by her upbringing in an Asian household amid local skater and surfer culture. She recommends comedy show venues and secret pop-ups for catching a show, and expresses her love for performing in her hometown: “I love an O.C. crowd. They are there to laugh and drink and smile, and I couldn't love them more,” she enthuses. Liao wraps up by sharing her go-to restaurants in the area.

We reach back into the vaunted Good Seats library stacks this week for a deep dive into one of Tim's favorite sports reference books - Roadside Baseball: The Locations of America's Baseball Landmarks - with its (prodigious non-fiction) author Chris Epting.   Now in its third edition, Roadside is everything you'd imagine from the title: a detailed, geographic cataloging of over 500 important events in North American baseball history, including historical data, trivia, photographs, and lore - highlighting birthplaces of baseball legends, ballparks, museums and halls of fame, final resting places, and dozens of former locations no longer standing.   Join us for an aural road trip across some of baseball's most recognizable landmarks and forgotten out-of-the-way points of interest!   + + +   SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable "Good Seats" Merch: http://tee.pub/lic/RdiDZzQeHSY   SPONSOR THANKS: Newspapers.com (promo code: GSA20):  https://newspapers.com   BUY/READ EARLY & OFTEN:  Roadside Baseball: The Locations of America's Baseball Landmarks - Third Edition (2010): https://amzn.to/3PItVwv   FIND & FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable

In this episode of the Creator's Podcast, we sit down with the award-winning travel writer whose pen has graced over 45 books, sharing epic tales from the heart of West Hollywood. Chris recounts personal anecdotes from the colorful history that paints the streets of the Sunset Strip, shares insider tips on his favorite neighborhood gems, and dives deep into the well of pop culture expertise he's renowned for. Chris Epting has penned works like "James Dean Died Here" and even collaborated with rock legends like John Oates, Leif Garrett, Phill Collne, and The Doobie Brothers to share their journeys in memoirs that speak to the soul of every music enthusiast. Whether you're looking to relive moments from the golden age of rock or find the next hidden spot for your LA exploration, don't miss out on stories that connect past and present in West Hollywood.

Author Chris Epting established a new genre in book publishing when a trio of titles in the early 2000s-James Dean Died Here: The Locations of America's Pop Culture Landmarks, Elvis Presley Passed Here, and Marilyn Monroe Dyed Here-were released to critical acclaim and introduced readers to a groundbreaking travel concept: The pop culture road trip. Epting promptly followed these hugely popular and influential titles with two more legendary books: Led Zeppelin Crashed Here and Roadside Baseball. A Booksense 76 pick at the time, James Dean Died Here was covered by such major news outlets as NPR's "All Things Considered," USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Publishers Weekly. Everyone from Ken Burns to The Sporting News to the New York Post expressed their love for Roadside Baseball, while Led Zeppelin Crashed Here was recommended for all public libraries by Library Journal and outlets from the Associated Press to Newsday encouraged any fan of rock and roll history to buy the book. Now, in honor of the 20th anniversary of James Dean Died Here, Epting has produced It Happened Right Here: America's Pop Culture Landmarks, which collects the best of the best from all of Epting's prior books, and then adds dozens and dozens of new sites, many of them based on the pop culture of the 21st century. It Happened Right Here once again takes you on a journey across North America to the exact locations where the most significant events in American popular culture took place. It's a road map for pop culture sites, from Patty Hearst's bank to the garage where Apple Computer was born.

"An addictively irresistible tour through pop culture past and present."-Chicago Tribune Author Chris Epting established a new genre in book publishing when a trio of titles in the early 2000s-James Dean Died Here: The Locations of America's Pop Culture Landmarks, Elvis Presley Passed Here, and Marilyn Monroe Dyed Here-were released to critical acclaim and introduced readers to a groundbreaking travel concept: The pop culture road trip. Epting promptly followed these hugely popular and influential titles with two more legendary books: Led Zeppelin Crashed Here and Roadside Baseball. A Booksense 76 pick at the time, James Dean Died Here was covered by such major news outlets as NPR's "All Things Considered," USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Publishers Weekly. Everyone from Ken Burns to The Sporting News to the New York Post expressed their love for Roadside Baseball, while Led Zeppelin Crashed Here was recommended for all public libraries by Library Journal and outlets from the Associated Press to Newsday encouraged any fan of rock and roll history to buy the book. Now, in honor of the 20th anniversary of James Dean Died Here, Epting has produced It Happened Right Here: America's Pop Culture Landmarks, which collects the best of the best from all of Epting's prior books, and then adds dozens and dozens of new sites, many of them based on the pop culture of the 21st century. It Happened Right Here once again takes you on a journey across North America to the exact locations where the most significant events in American popular culture took place. It's a road map for pop culture sites, from Patty Hearst's bank to the garage where Apple Computer was born.

Chris talked with Len Berman and Michael Riedel about his new book that identifies locations of pop culture landmarks.

Today's 41 & Done! flashback features our Musicologist/Author friend Chris Epting. For years Chris has come on and filled us in on the stories that led to a song, an album, famous rock locations, etc. This is the last hit with John and Chris before John hangs it up.

What is song on your playlist that you're most embarrassed by? Song Stories. Chris Epting interview - Stevie Nicks Edge of Seventeen. Calls on embarrassing song on your playlist.

Mary Austen is putting all of Freddie Mercuries things he left her up for auction. 1 NJ baseball league came up with a good way to keep parents from yelling at umpires. Song Stories. Chris Epting talking Jimi Hendrix and the Monterey Pop Fest. We go down the Fesshole.

Our latest episode is with Chris Epting. Chirs has been a music journalist for decades, writing for Ultimate Class Rock dot come, Loudwire and many others. He has also written many books including subjects on Baseball, Travel Landmarks and Rock 'n' Roll. HIs music repertoire includes books on Phil Collen (Def Leppard), John Oates (Hall & Oates), Brian Wheat (Tesla), Leif Garrett, The Doobie Brothers and his soone to be released book (5/10/23) Dave Mason: "Only You Know and I Know". Chris talks about what it's like working with an artist and writing about their history and  actually working with earch to cature their essence in the writings. He also tells many rock stories including trying to sell Girl Scout cookies to Keith Richards.  

In this episode, we spoke with Chris Epting, author of 40+ books on travel, history, music, & baseball. He's an award-winning journalist, wanderer, and storyteller! Some of the books he's written are James Dean Died Here, Roadside Baseball, Hello It's Me, Dispatches From a Pop Culture, & more. You can expect to hear us talk about: -living out your passion & purpose -Tommy Lasorda's memories and stories -past pop culture fads -celebrity storytelling through Chris's work Connect more with Chris: https://www.chrisepting.com/ Follow us on Instagram or facebook: @talkpurposetruth Want to become a Life Coach? Get certified HERE: https://lessonsfromconfidence.com/certification/

Are we in the "Golden Age" of rock and music documentaries? Chris Epting certainly thinks so! Epting, the author of many music bios and some very entertaining reads on pop and pop music culture, joins us to talk about some of them. Have you seen these?

Are we in the "Golden Age" of rock and music documentaries? Chris Epting certainly thinks so! Epting, the author of many music bios and some very entertaining reads on pop and pop music culture, joins us to talk about some of them. Have you seen these?

Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston, the leaders of the Doobie Brothers, offer up a tag-team oral history with writer Chris Epting on the legendary rock band in "Long Train Runnin'." Their five decade journey, the longevity, success, drama and even the biker bars are all here. Chris joins us to recount their history, including the events that shelved Johnston and brought in Michael McDonald for The Doobies second wildly successful lineup. Chris has also worked with a number of musicians on their memoirs, including John Oates, Leif Garret, and members of Tesla and Def Leppard, as well as an upcoming book on and with Dave Mason. If that's not enough. Epting has also written several great reads on pop culture, and pop music culture. They are the road map to many a great road trip, particularly if you're curious where many a rocker were born, lived, slept and died, and just where Madonna's bra currently resides.

Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston, the leaders of the Doobie Brothers, offer up a tag-team oral history with writer Chris Epting on the legendary rock band in "Long Train Runnin'." Their five decade journey, the longevity, success, drama and even the biker bars are all here. Chris joins us to recount their history, including the events that shelved Johnston and brought in Michael McDonald for The Doobies second wildly successful lineup. Chris has also worked with a number of musicians on their memoirs, including John Oates, Leif Garret, and members of Tesla and Def Leppard, as well as an upcoming book on and with Dave Mason. If that's not enough. Epting has also written several great reads on pop culture, and pop music culture. They are the road map to many a great road trip, particularly if you're curious where many a rocker were born, lived, slept and died, and just where Madonna's bra currently resides.

Allman Brothers leader Duane Allman was killed on October 29, 1971 when he lost control of his motorcycle and drove into the side of a flatbed truck in Macon, Georgia. He was only 24 years old. This morning author and musicologist Chris Epting explained the accident, where exactly it happened, the impact it had on the band and even dispelled myths surrounding the tragedy. 

Perhaps the most well-known Doobie Brother joined us this morning to talk about his life in the band. This, of course, is coming on the heels of their newly-released book "Long Train Runnin': Our Story Of The Doobie Brothers, which was co-written by our good buddy Chris Epting.  Tom Johnston talked forming the band, meeting Pat Simmons, bringing Michael McDonald into the fold, and even having Stevie Nicks as a neighbor in their early years. He also touched on many of their hit songs and how they came to be, including one that forced him to wake their producer up at 3 in the morning! 

Our good musicologist buddy Chris Epting was back this morning, with another story about classic rock that we'd never heard before! It's from his new book he co-authored with Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons (of the Doobies), called "Long Train Runnin': Our Story of The Doobie Brothers." Today's tale revolved around the house the Doobies lived in at the corner of a neighborhood, and you won't believe the other future classic rock stars who lived at the opposite end of the block! Here's what to expect in the book: For the first time, the incredible true story of the legendary band, The Doobie Brothers, written by founding members Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston.Only a very few rock bands have had the longevity, success, and drama of The Doobie Brothers. Born out of late 1960s NorCal, and led by Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston, they stood alongside their contemporaries The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers, and many others as an iconic American rock band. The train was rolling along, hits were flowing like wine, and arenas were packed with fans who wanted to see them live...then Tom Johnston, the band's front man and lead guitarist, became ill and had to leave.The Doobies' train came to a screeching halt. All of a sudden the band started contemplating the end of the road only seven years into their career, just as things were taking off. But Pat Simmons made sure they were far from the end and began the process of keeping the band together through most of the next decade.A soul-steeped backup singer for Steely Dan named Michael McDonald took a shot at singing some of the Doobies' songs on tour, and all of a sudden a new chapter in the Doobie Brothers' story began. The band expanded their sound and had even more hits with their new front addition. Tom recovered from his health issues, but the band had moved on. When it came time for a reunion concert in the '80s, Tom got the call and was back in the mix. Led once again by Pat and Tom, The Doobie Brothers have been touring ever since and maintain a massive fan base the world over.Never before have Pat and Tom shared their story, in their own words. In Long Train Runnin' they'll change that.

In this episode of Delphines Circle, we have a rare variety of man, a modern day scribe, a whisperer of truths, a tight rope walker who straddles the intimate trust of famous public figures, at the fascinating crossroads of truth and the intrigue of revelational scandal. And like a rare and refined liquor, when mixed by deft hand, the results are a most intoxicating ambrosia.This ephemeral and elusive style of intelligence required, we hope is not lost on you, shines through with the steady glow of an Alchemists Stone when Chris speaks. And the resounding humility of Mr.Epting's description of his own work, speaks volumes of these effervescent qualities.So sit tight, and at a minimum, you may yet learn tricks of the trade that could prove invaluable in extracting that intoxicating elixir from the world around you. Chris Epting is the author of 40 travel/history books, including James Dean Died Here (Santa Monica Press), Roadside Baseball (McGraw Hill), Hello It's Me, Dispatches From a Pop Culture Junkie (Santa Monica Press) and many others. He is also an award-winning travel writer and has contributed articles for such publications as the Los Angeles Times, Westways and Travel + Leisure magazine, among other publications. In addition, Chris is a memoirist and has co-written Def Leppard's Phil Collen's memoir, Adrenalized, the John Oates Memoir Change of Seasons, and Long Train Runnin' with the Doobie Brothers among many others. Originally from New York, Chris now lives in Southern California. Chris started out at an advertising agency on Madison Avenue where he wrote commercials and ad campaigns. He soon became creative director at a number of Los Angeles advertising agencies. He won lots of awards for these but felt something was missing. There were books he wanted to write and stories he wanted to tell and the confines of the advertising industry was just not going to allow that. So he made a change. He started writing books about the things he loves; travel, music, baseball and popular culture. For about 10 years he had a weekly column in the Los Angeles Times and wrote for the Huffington Post for about six years. He appeared on many TV and radio shows. For about eight years he was the national spokesman for the wonderful and successful Hampton Hotel Save-A-Landmark program which allowed me to travel extensively throughout the country, telling stories and working to help preserve some of America's true treasures. Currently he is working on several book projects he is thrilled about, along with a couple of television projects that he is equally excited to get involved with. He also recently designed a writing course that is quite satisfying for him to teach.

He's our go-to musicologist and Chris Epting was back today to break down everything there is to know about The Rolling Stones' Street Fighting Man! 

Chris Epting was back this morning to talk an infamous moment in rock n roll excess: Keith Moon's 21st birthday party. Booze, cars, a swimming pool, and the most notorious drummer of the time. What could go wrong?!

Musicologist, author and Eddie Money fan, Chris Epting was back today and shared the origin story of "Two Tickets To Paradise." He dug up all the facts on the girl, the relationship and their destination!

Legendary singer/songwriter Christopher Cross continues to get stronger after battling Covid-19 in 2020. He'll discuss that, his remarkable life and career, and his EPIC new box set over the course of the hour.

Chris talks with legendary songwriter and rock and roll Renaissance woman Holly Knight, whose many hit songs (including Pat Benatar's Love is a Battlefield and Tina Turner's The Best) have become part of the pop culture fabric.

Chris talks with legendary songwriter and rock and roll Renaissance woman Holly Knight, whose many hit songs (including Pat Benatar's Love is a Battlefield and Tina Turner's The Best) have become part of the pop culture fabric.

Legendary singer/songwriter Christopher Cross continues to get stronger after battling Covid-19 in 2020. He'll discuss that, his remarkable life and career, and his EPIC new box set over the course of the hour.

Chris talks with vocalist Lara Johnston about her singing career and a new single she's recently recorded featuring an all-star backing band.

Chris talks with vocalist Lara Johnston about her singing career and a new single she's recently recorded featuring an all-star backing band.

Chris chats with blues legend Walter Trout about his career including his much acclaimed new album, Ordinary Madness.

Chris speaks with Rock and Roll legend John Waite, whose solo career, and as frontman for The Babys has produced some of the biggest hits of his generation.

Chris talks with vocalist Lara Johnston about her singing career and a new single she's recently recorded featuring an all-star backing band.

Legendary singer/songwriter Christopher Cross continues to get stronger after battling Covid-19 in 2020. He'll discuss that, his remarkable life and career, and his EPIC new box set over the course of the hour.

Chris talks with seminal New York City guitarist Thomas Trask, whose searing work with David Johansen, Helen Schneider and many others still stands the test of time.

Chris talks with multi-talented Eliot Lewis, currently in the middle of a virtual tour as part of the Todd Rundgren Clearly Human band. They'll recount Lewis's many musical experiences from Average White Band, Daryl Hall and John Oates, Live From Daryl's House and more.

Chris chats with blues legend Walter Trout about his career including his much acclaimed new album, Ordinary Madness.

Chris talks with Dona Speir, Recovery Coaching Expert, and author of the acclaimed memoir, Naked Truth - the Fall and Rise of Dona Speir.