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On this special episode, Sebastian sits down with the legendary singer, songwriter and actor Paul Anka. Paul explains how his upbringing made his career unimaginable. They swap stories about performing in Vegas while Paul also shares memories of Elvis and Sinatra. Paul and Sebastian discuss balancing family and show business and how they've managed to weigh the responsibility their careers bring with spending quality time with their kids. We wrap the conversation learning about Paul's lifestyle habits to stay so healthy and active which means Sebastian has a few new wellness routines to introduce in to his daily schedule. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Croon•er (n) ['kru:nər]: a singer, particularly a male one, who sings sentimental songs in a soft, low voice. Decades before Elvis, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Justin Bieber, or Uncle Gregg captured the hearts, imaginations, and undergarments of a swooning audience, crooners ruled the earth. The term typically conjures up golden throated singers like Bing Crosby, Nat "King" Cole, Tony Bennett, and Mel Torme interpreting the timeless songs of Jerome Kern, Johnny Mercer, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Irving Berlin. But one crooner reigned supreme: Ol' Blue Eyes himself, Frank Sinatra. He was "The Voice," possessing an instrument of rare, pure, crystalline perfection, with a phrasing, tone, and ability to charge every word with such emotion that you can palpably sense his audience getting weak in the knees. Never has Sinatra's legendary 1940s performing career sounded as immaculately and pristinely alive as it does on the SING label's recent archival projects: At the Hollywood Bowl 1943-48; Christmas on the Air; and the 5-LP box set Long Ago, Far Away, all lovingly restored and mastered by an award winning team and featuring exquisitely detailed liner notes by no greater authority than record producer, historian, archivist, author of the acclaimed Sessions with Sinatra, and host of the weekly radio show Sinatra Standard Time, Chuck Granata. We are fortunate to have Chuck join us this week to chat about all things Sinatra: the innovative new sets, his important role in pop music's breakthrough, his classic and most underrated albums, and the use of AI for good. And, of course, because O3L is focused on classic alternative music, our lists cover some of our favorite singers who carried on crooning into the '70s, '80s & '90s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we bring in our sports guy Jeff Grayson along with professional opera singer Mark Schowalter to celebrate the "Voice of the Century," Mr. Frank Sinatra. We start by hearing the moving story of how Jeff first truly discovered Sinatra's music through a stack of cassettes during his father's final days. Mark provides a professional's perspective on what made Sinatra a singular talent, focusing on his incredible storytelling ability, his vocal technique, and his mastery of the microphone. The conversation dives deep into the legendary stories that defined the man, including his generosity with blank checks, his infamous temper, and his rumored mafia ties. We also explore his complicated relationship with the Kennedys, his high praise for Tony Bennett, and the hilarious dynamic he shared with Don Rickles. Along the way, we discuss his career longevity, his work with greats like Nelson Riddle and Tommy Dorsey, and much, much more! Enjoy!
“He didn't just say it, he meant it, he felt it — and the combination of the power guy, the ruthless power guy, and the profound idealist was fascinating, and also hard for him.” — Evan Thomas on Bobby Kennedy Who was the greatest riddle in 20th century American political life? Judging from the ever-expanding library of Bobby biographies, Robert Francis Kennedy ranks very high on that list. Indeed, according to Evan Thomas, one of RFK's most acclaimed biographers, this third Kennedy son is, indeed, the most sphinx-like riddle in 20th century America. In his classic 2000 biography, Robert Kennedy: His Life, Thomas unravels the good and the bad Bobby. But, rather than presenting parallel narratives, his portrait treats the Machiavellian and the idealist as the same riddle. Raised by his father to exercise raw power, RFK discovered that mid-century America wasn't living up to its own ideals. The contradiction of the ruthless Kennedy machine politician and the profound idealist was what continues to make him so intriguing to Americans of every political stripe. Bobby concurred with Churchill's dictum that courage is the greatest virtue because, without it, you can't have the other virtues. So he lived a life of ridiculous physical and moral courage — taking insane risks that would terrify ordinary mortals. And, of course, his most insanely courageous act was his last — running for President in 1968 knowing that he was likely to be assassinated. Where have you gone, Bobby Kennedy? A nation turns its lonely eyes to you. Five Takeaways • The Central Paradox: Power Guy and Idealist in the Same Man: Bobby Kennedy was raised by his father to be the henchman of the Kennedy machine — doing the dirty stuff in Boston politics to keep Jack floating free and grand. He was pretty ruthless about it. At the same time, in mid-century America, he discovered that the country was not living up to its own constitution, and he wanted to make things right, and genuinely felt it. The combination of the machine politician and the profound idealist was what made him so endlessly fascinating. It also made him hard for himself: a man permanently at war with his own nature. • Courage: The Only Word That Mattered: No word was more important to Bobby Kennedy than courage. Churchill: it's the greatest virtue, because without it you can't have the others. Kennedy believed in physical courage, emotional courage, mental courage. He was a runty little kid at the wrong end of the dinner table — Jack and Joe and Kick at the golden end with the father, Bobby with the nuns and the mum. He got kicked out of prep school for cheating. He was not the athlete, not the golden one. Real courage comes from suffering. It took courage just to overcome being the loser. That was the source. • Making Up for Missing the War: Physical and Moral Courage: Bobby missed World War Two, basically. He got in at the very end and ended up scraping the deck of a destroyer in the Caribbean, far from combat. His brother Jack is a war hero on steroids — PT boat cut in half by a Japanese destroyer, rescues his men, written about in The New Yorker and Reader's Digest. Joe volunteers for a secret dangerous mission to replicate Jack's glory and dies. Pretty high bar of courage. Bobby spends the rest of his life making up for it — swimming the Colorado River, climbing Mount Kennedy in the Yukon, jumping overboard off the coast of Maine to save Jack's jacket. Sometimes stunts. But increasingly, moral courage — which is the greater thing. • The Mob, Joe Kennedy, and the Beehive: When Bobby starts poking around in the mob as a Senate aide, J. Edgar Hoover is only too happy to point out: keep going here, you know where it's going to end up. With Joe Kennedy. Bobby's investigation of Giancana and Frank Sinatra starts grazing against his own father. Thomas's reading: whether conscious or unconscious, there is an element of rebellion. Bobby, appointed henchman, doing the dirty stuff for pop, resenting it, starts poking the beehive that might expose him. It never fully landed. But it started. And Hoover used it to blackmail the Kennedys. • The Ripple of Hope, and RFK Jr. as Tragedy: Bobby's trip to South Africa — apartheid everywhere, the freedom movement barely existing, everybody in prison. His speech: every time somebody does something brave or heroic, it causes a ripple, and that gives you hope. A young Margaret Marshall, later Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court, was in the audience. He gave us hope where there was none. That is the ghost Andrew went looking for at Hickory Hill and didn't find. The contrast with RFK Jr. is, for Thomas, simply sad. Poignant. His own family has disavowed him. Caroline Kennedy made a broadcast accusing him of crimes. The idea of Robert Kennedy Jr. is tragic. About the Guest Evan Thomas is an American writer and historian. He was Washington bureau chief of Newsweek for ten years and a writer and editor there for thirty-three years. He is the author of ten books, including Robert Kennedy: His Life (Simon & Schuster, 2000), Being Nixon, Road to Surrender, and, with Walter Isaacson, The Wise Men. He has taught at Harvard and Princeton. His biography of Churchill is forthcoming from Simon & Schuster in December 2026. References: • Robert Kennedy: His Life by Evan Thomas (Simon & Schuster, 2000). • The Wise Men by Evan Thomas and Walter Isaacson (Simon & Schuster, 1986) — referenced in the closing. • Robert Coles — Bobby Kennedy's psychologist friend, referenced in the conversation. • Hickory Hill, McLean, Virginia — the Kennedy family home Andrew visited on this trip to Washington DC. • Bobby Kennedy's “Ripple of Hope” speech, University of Cape Town, South Africa, June 6, 1966. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. WebsiteSubstackYouTube
In this episode, our investigation brings Marilyn Monroe into 1962, a much more public year than her last. From buying a home to keeping company with John F. Kennedy, Marilyn's January to May is filled with future planning, a return to work, and a few legendary parties too – one of which causes the final fallout between Peter Lawford and Frank Sinatra. Want early, ad-free episodes, regular Dumpster Dives, bonus divorces, limited series, Zoom hangouts, and more? Join us at patreon.com/trashydivorces! Want a personalized message for someone in your life? Check us out on Cameo! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to info@amplitudemediapartners.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We've done vocalists before, but never devoted an episode to the Chairman of the Board. Now we have, so that's off the bucket list. Listen as the boys discusses five of fantastic Mr. Frank's platters, and opine where newbies should get to know this cultural shibboleth. Frank Sinatra - SWING AND DANCE WITH FRANK SINATRA, IN THE WEE SMALL HOURS, CLOSE TO YOU, I REMEMBER TOMMY, FRANCIS ALBERT SINATRA AND ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM.
In this episode Abby and Vanessa discuss the latest episode of RHORI. They recap… -Jo Ellen vs. Liz -Rich's singing -Liz's abuse -Ashley's storyline -Kelsey's artwork -Rulla's accusation -Kelsey and Bill -Jo Ellena and Liz's sitdown When you're done listening, please don't forget to check out our ad sponsors. Vionic Shoes: Use code REALMOMS at checkout for 15% off your entire order at www.vionicshoes.com when you log into your account. 1 time use only. Fabletics: Shop now at Fabletics.com/realmoms to get 70- 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/realmoms Boll and Branch: Upgrade your sleep with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/realmoms with code realmoms. Quince: refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to Quince.com/realmoms for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Bask & Lather: Go to baskandlatherco.com and use code REALMOMS for 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Conway Jr Show Hour 2 (6.1) The legendary Engelbert Humperdinck, the “King of Romance,” joins the show and proves he is still defying time at 90 years young. Engelbert talks about the release of his new single, “I’ve Got You,” available now on all platforms through Silver Blue Records and Sony Orchard. Producer Joel Diamond also joins the conversation, sharing stories from an incredible creative partnership with Engelbert that has produced 109 recordings together. From timeless classics like “Release Me,” “The Last Waltz,” “This Moment in Time,” and “After the Lovin’,” Engelbert’s music has helped define generations of romantic hits. Then the stories go full Vegas. Engelbert opens up about Las Vegas, The Rat Pack, and the unforgettable tale of Frank Sinatra stealing his song. Plus, he shares memories of discovering Bruno Mars at just 5 years old and what it was like meeting Paul McCartney. From romance and music history to old-school Vegas legends and superstar stories, this hour is packed with timeless entertainment. Engelbert Humperdinck, King of Romance, I’ve Got You, Joel Diamond, Release Me, The Last Waltz, After the Lovin’, Las Vegas, Rat Pack, Frank Sinatra, Bruno Mars, Paul McCartney, classic music, romantic songs, Conway Show, music legends See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mrparka's Weekly Reviews and Update Week 473 (06.06.2026) (Audition 4K, Obsession)www.youtube.com/mrparkahttps://www.instagram.com/mrparka/https://twitter.com/mrparka00https://www.facebook.com/mrparkahttps://letterboxd.com/mrparka/https://www.patreon.com/mrparkahttps://open.spotify.com/show/2oJbmHxOPfYIl92x5g6ogKhttps://anchor.fm/mrparkahttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mrparkas-weekly-reviews-and-update-the-secret-top-10/id1615278571Time Stamps 0:00“Audition” 4K Review - 0:14“Fungicide” Blu-Ray Review - 9:37“Old Shatterhand” and “The Valley of Death” Blu-Ray Review - 16:19/ 23:43“Innocence” Blu-Ray Review - 27:37“Obsession” Review - 32:44“The Legend of Boggy Creek” Blu-Ray - 38:181983 “Boggy Creek II: And the Legend Continues” Blu-Ray Review - 44:341983 “Siege” Blu-Ray - 48:131983 “The Monkey's Paw” Review - 53:541983 “China Lake” Review - 56:16Patreon Pick “Never So Few” Review - 58:05Questions/Answers/ Comments- 1:03:23Update - 1:14:3422 Shots of Moodz and Horror – https://www.22shotsofmoodzandhorror.com/Podcast Under the Stairs – https://tputscast.com/podcastVideo Version – https://youtu.be/o81R87VcAHYUpdateBlu-Ray The Swordsman's Trilogy 4KIlsa: The Wicked WardenLinks Arrow Video - https://www.arrowvideo.com/Audition 4K - https://mvdshop.com/products/audition-limited-edition-4k-ultra-hdVisual Vengeance - https://www.facebook.com/visualvenvideo/Fungicide Blu-Ray - https://mvdshop.com/products/fungicide-visual-vengeance-collectors-edition-blu-rayEureka Films - https://eurekavideo.co.uk/Adventure Calls! Karl May at CCC Blu-Ray - https://mvdshop.com/products/adventure-calls-karl-may-at-ccc-4-disc-limited-edition-blu-raySeverin - https://severinfilms.com/The Worlds Of Lucile Hadžihalilović Blu-Ray - https://severinfilms.com/products/the-worlds-of-lucile-hadzihalilovic-4-disc-blu-ray-box-setLegend of Boggy Creek Blu-Ray - https://www.legendofboggycreek.com/Store/Product.asp?ItemID=15Boggy Creek 2 Blu-Ray - https://vinegarsyndrome.com/products/boggy-creek-ii-and-the-legend-continuesSiege Blu-Ray - https://severinfilms.com/products/siege-blu-slipThe Monkey's Paw YouTube - https://youtu.be/iZpAgf4u0OA?si=G-0Po6IXzraUty3iChina Lake YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DFs6rUrVEM&pp=ygUPMTk4MyBjaGluYSBsYWtlNever So Few Blu-Ray - https://www.amazon.com/Never-Few-Blu-ray-Frank-Sinatra/dp/B07FPSP2TH/Film Notes Audition 1999 Directed by Takashi MiikeFungicide 2002 Directed by Dave WascavageOld Shatterhand 1964 Directed by Hugo FregoneseThe Valley of Death 1968 Directed by Harald ReinlInnocence 2004 Directed by Lucile HadžihalilovićObsession 2025 Directed by Curry BarkerThe Legend of Boggy Creek 1972 Directed by Charles B. PierceSelf Defense 1983 Directed by Paul Donovan, Maura O'ConnellBoggy Creek II: And the Legend Continues 1984 Directed by Charles B. PierceThe Monkey's Paw 1983 Directed by Ademar GuerraChina Lake 1983 Directed by Robert HarmonNever So Few 1959 Directed by John Sturges
EPISODE 142 - “LUCILLE BREMER: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” - 6/01/2026 One of those fascinating “what happened to her?” MGM stories is LUCILLE BREMER. Bremer was an elegant redheaded dancer who MGM clearly thought was going to be their next big musical star after ELEANOR POWELL had stepped away. She had the glamour, the dancing ability, the carriage… she looked like she belonged in Technicolor. However, her career lasted only a few short years, and during that time, she worked with visionary talents like VINCENTE MINNELLI and ARTHUR FREED. She danced with FRED ASTAIRE at the absolute height of his artistry. She appeared in Technicolor spectacles that later generations would rediscover and celebrate. She shone so brightly in films during the 1940s, but then, like a shooting star in the night sky, she just vanished. So just what happened to this talented actress? We'll find out as we honor LUCILLE BREMER as our June Star of the Month. SHOW NOTES: Sources: “Actress Lucille Bremer: From Broadway Lights to La Jolla Shores,” January 17, 2025, by Debbie L. Sklar, Times of San Diego; Lucille Bremer, 79, Actress and Dancer, April 20, 1996, New York Times; “Actress Lucille Bremer Marries,” August 5, 1948, The Spokesman-Review; Life Magazine, March 25, 1946; “Flight of a ‘Rocket',” January 7, 1945, Albuquerque Journal; Wikipedia.com TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; Movies Mentioned: Penny Arcade (1942), starring Lucille Bremer & Peter Garey; This Love of Mine (1944), starring Cyd Charisse & Lucille Bremer; Meet Me In St, Louis (1944), starring Judy Garland, Margaret O'Brien, Mary Astor, Leon Ames, Lucille Bremer, Marjorie Main, & Tom Drake; Yolanda and the Thief (1945), starring Fred Astaire, Lucille Bremer, Frank Morgan, Mildred Natwick & Leon Ames; Ziegfeld Follies (1945), starring Gene Kelly, Judy Garland, Lena Horne, Kathryn Grayson, Lucille, Ball, Lucille Bremer, Esther Williams, Red Skelton; Till The Clouds Go By (1946), starring Judy Garland, June Allyson, Lucille Bremer, Van Heflin, Robert Walker, Van Johnson, Lena Horne, Frank Sinatra, Cyd Charrise, Tony Martin, Dinah Shore, & Angela Lansbury; Dark Delusion (1947), starring Lionel Barrymore, James Craig, Lucille Bremer, & Jayne Meadows; Adventures of Casanova (1948), starring Arturo de Córdova, Lucille Bremer, Turhan Bey & John Sutton; Ruthless (1948), starring Zachary Scott, Louis Hayward, Diana Lynn, Sydney Greenstreet, & Lucille Bremer; Behind Locked Doors (1948); starring Lucille Bremer & Richard Carlson; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chasing the shade and slapping the Sunscreen on this week's overheated news, we pour a tinkling drink and reflect upon the following … … British people in hot weath-ah! … when rock stars you haven't seen for 50 years pop up on Zoom … Lennon's tooth? Timberlake's toast? Mooney's school report? Weird things sold at auction … Paul Horn playing in the Taj Mahal, Sonny Rollins on the Williamsburg Bridge, U2 in Slane Castle … are new vinyl albums now ‘luxury goods' and old ones ‘antiques'? … where you can hear the Abbey Road building on the Dark Side of the Moon … the cinematic records Daniel Lanois made in an abandoned movie theatre near Santa Barbara … Summer In The City: the Lovin' Spoonful's road-drill and Regina Spektor's cleavage … Cat-calming music! Gym motivation! Stress-busting songs for Spurs fans on Judgement Day! The age of the prescriptive playlist … the new dawn of instrumental music, “a public utility like turning on a tap” … and the single Sinatra recorded for Maureen Starkey (only one copy made!).Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
RSS/iTunes/Spotify Find the entire George Kennedy is my Copilot archive right here We’re BACK! And better than ever! On this PACKED episode of GEORGE KENNEDY IS MY COPILOT we’re doubling up once again, starting with a look at the first half of George Kennedy’s second mystery novel MURDER ON HIGH where once again George has to help his buddy Mike Corby solve a mystery.. but this time it’s while they are on a freakin’ AIRPLANE! Exciting stuff! Then we check out the 1970 revisionist western DIRTY DINGUS MAGEE featuring Frank Sinatra as the titular antihero outlaw. It’s certainly something. And of course George Kennedy plays the hapless sheriff on Magee’s tail. Check it ALL out right now! Find Sarah Jane at https://oneofus.net and White Slaves of Chinatown’s archive right here. Or just follow here on BlueSky right here.The post Episode 328 – George Kennedy is My Copilot – Dirty Dingus Magee (1970) (and Murder on High – Part 1) first appeared on Cinema Smorgasbord.
If you go looking for songs about the moon, they'll start falling out of the sky. Moon-themed songs are some of the oldest in recorded history as well as some of the most recent to hit the charts. They can be found connected to everything from organized religion to witchcraft, they come from all parts of the planet, and they show up in every genre of music. In honor of the 2026 blue moon, the hosts of "How We Heard It" embarked on a quest to find songs about the moon, and they were overwhelmed - not just by the sheer number of songs they found, but also by the extensive breadth of the songs. Earth's closest companion inspires all manner of emotions. And when you project your feelings on the moon, it reflects and enhances your mood. Are you feeling amorous? Lonely? Anxious? Content? Mysterious? Grounded? Gaze upon the moon and your feelings will intensify. In song, the moon can be blue, red, pink, silver and orange. It can be full, new, half ... or just a sliver. The phases of the moon can reflect the phases of life. Or the moon can just be an old goose. As the podcast's hosts discovered, the moon can be whatever you want it to be. And it seems like most artists have performed at least one song about the moon - from Frank Sinatra to Audrey Hepburn, from Elvis Presley to Creedence Clearwater Revival, from Van Morrison to Neil Young, and from Bjork to Bruno Mars. Just be careful with how hard you dig into moon-themed songs ... or you may end up seeing stars.
Joe in New Jersey calls Mark to discuss storage facilities in Iran and questions whether the new deal will actually go through. Mike in Florida calls Mark with special Frank Sinatra questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Canadian shows up with opinions and the moon landing goes several rounds. Claude gets fact-checked in real time and doesn't exactly nail it. Also: cooperation vs. scarcity mindset, the section 8 Land Rover loophole, why insurance companies ruined healthcare pricing, and Tito's running bulk vodka through one pot still and calling it artisanal. Ends with Sinatra.
Getting kissed by Sean Connery, whilst he was James Bond, fanned repeatedly by Bob Dylan when she sang, plucked for a film by Frank Sinatra, bagels and the part of a lifetime from Tom Hanks, gaslit and insulted by Jerry Lewis, adored and showcased by Dean Martin, wildly successful club proprietor with Hugh Hefner, best friends with Connie Stevens, and Diane Ladd, taught a golden secret by Shelley Winters, asked to serenade her hero Judy Garland, and then had the favor returned, making the funny with Renee Taylor, the straight serious with John Houseman, stress understudying Barbara Streisand, mad love for Bette Midler, who almost played her, Tony, Emmy Golden Globe nominee, Lainie Kazan, dancer, singer, actor, spilled all this and so much more! My favorite character in my favorite movie, My Favorite Year, we got the behind-the-scenes fun, Peter O'Toole and his wonderfulness, improvising one of the funniest lines, likewise with My Big Fat Greek Wedding, which she waited a year to hear, then had the time of her life with a cast she's still connected to. What a life Lainie's led! What work she's done! And what a fun, fierce, and fabulous woman she is! Blessed to call her a friend and even more to know she was off to have drinks and dinner with my mother, which she does most nights. I can't wait for her in-process memoir, sure to shock, delight, and thrill. I love Lainie! Who doesn't! Lainie Kazan Live on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson Wed, May 27, 5 pm PT, 8 pm ET Streamed Live on my FB, YouTube & LinkedIn
Send us Fan MailRHORI S1 E9 The Clique vs. Rosie??RHORI S1 E9 Questionable BehaviorEpisode 9 of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island centers on the fallout between Rosie and Kelsey after their explosive confrontation. Kelsey immediately calls Liz after leaving Rosie's home and escalates the drama by alleging that Rosie had affairs with married men, including one rumored relationship that supposedly helped finance Rosie's house. Meanwhile, Ashley and Jared prepare for trivia night at the restaurant while Rosie warns Ashley that she refuses to attend if Kelsey is there. Across town, Ruella continues opening up about the emotional and financial realities of her marriage, while Alicia reflects on her own family experiences and begins questioning her financial security within Pizza Mama. The episode balances the chaos of friendship drama with deeper conversations about independence, marriage, and money.At dinner with the couples, the tension surrounding Rosie and Kelsey spills into the group dynamic. Kelsey repeats Rosie's insults — including calling her a “slam pig” — leading the table to literally Google the phrase while the conversation spirals into exes paying bills, loyalty, and Alicia's earlier comments about being “homeless.” JoEllen becomes increasingly accused of playing both sides after staying close with both Rosie and the other women, while Liz questions whether Rosie is truly hurt or simply unable to handle jokes directed at her. By the time the women arrive at Ashley's trivia night, the atmosphere is already toxic. Kelsey arrives wearing a “Miss SlamPig USA” sash and tiara, turning the insult into a spectacle. Rosie feels isolated as Alicia and Liz attempt to mediate, but the shouting becomes so overwhelming that Ashley breaks down in tears, begging everyone to stop arguing while several of the women literally hide under the table during the screaming match.The second half of the episode shifts toward unresolved emotional and financial tensions. Alicia presents Billy with ideas for expanding Pizza Mama and directly asks whether he trusts her with the business, leading to a brutally honest conversation about inheritance, ownership, and security. Rosie later apologizes to Ashley and invites most of the group — excluding Kelsey — to Boston for her husband's Frank Sinatra performance, further cementing the divide within the cast. The episode ends with another emotional confrontation during the drive to the Boston event, where Liz and Alicia revisit the “homeless” comment and JoEllen's attempts at mediation only make things worse. Liz ultimately labels JoEllen “fake” and “disingenuous,” leaving friendships fractured and alliances more unclear than ever heading into the next episode. keywordsReality TV, Housewives of Rhode Island, interpersonal conflicts, friendship, financial independence, social dynamics, reality TV drama, cast analysisSupport the showhttps://www.wewinewhenever.com/
Nas Filipinas, a canção “My Way” deixou de ser apenas um clássico de Frank Sinatra para ganhar uma fama sombria nos karaokês: a música que tantos cantavam como símbolo de orgulho e vitória passou a aparecer no centro de brigas, humilhações públicas e mortes tão absurdas quanto reais.Produção: Crimes e Mistérios BrasilNarração: Tatiana DaignaultEdição: Tatiana DaignaultPesquisa e Roteiro: Tatiana Daignault Música de Destaque: Midside Notes de Martin Landstrom por Epidemic Sound
Today we become the best Harry Schilsson podcast even if we really like his son! We play a fun parody song, talk about taking your kids to a concert, people sitting in the back (I didn't realize they were kids he was talking about) and Russell gets a new obsession. Then we listen to one of the most beautiful songs of all time and the. The coconut song song comes on. Next week we have Frank Sinatra, in the wee small hours.
Bill Maher welcomes legendary singer-songwriter Paul Anka for a conversation packed with stories that sound almost too wild to be true. From helping bring The Beatles to America before Beatlemania exploded, to partying with the Rat Pack in steam rooms full of Vegas showgirls, to learning of JFK's assassination while performing behind the Iron Curtain in communist Poland, Anka has lived a life that reads like historical fiction.But this isn't just Hollywood lore and old Vegas chaos. Bill and Paul dig into the craft of songwriting: why the simplest melodies last forever, what made Frank Sinatra both magnetic and impossible, and how Barry White could seduce a room with a single note. Anka also opens up about reinventing himself with his cult-classic Rock Swings album, surviving massive cultural shifts across generations, and why true artists never stop evolving. Support our Advertisers: -Take Cheers Restore after your last drink or before going to bed and wake up feeling at least 50% better — or your money back. For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order at https://www.CheersHealth.com/RANDOM. #Cheers #ad -Try Claude for free at https://www.claude.ai/clubrandom Subscribe to the Club Random YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/clubrandompodcast?sub_confirmation=1 Watch episodes ad-free – subscribe to Bill Maher's Substack: https://billmaher.substack.com Subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you listen: https://bit.ly/ClubRandom Buy Club Random Merch: https://clubrandom.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices ABOUT CLUB RANDOM Bill Maher rewrites the rules of podcasting the way he did in television in this series of one on one, hour long conversations with a wide variety of unexpected guests in the undisclosed location called Club Random. There's a whole big world out there that isn't about politics and Bill and his guests—from Bill Burr and Jerry Seinfeld to Jordan Peterson, Quentin Tarantino and Neil DeGrasse Tyson—talk about all of it. For advertising opportunities please email: PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com ABOUT BILL MAHER Bill Maher was the host of “Politically Incorrect” (Comedy Central, ABC) from 1993-2002, and for the last fourteen years on HBO's “Real Time,” Maher's combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 40 Emmy nominations. Maher won his first Emmy in 2014 as executive producer for the HBO series, “VICE.” In October of 2008, this same combination was on display in Maher's uproarious and unprecedented swipe at organized religion, “Religulous.” Maher has written five bestsellers: “True Story,” “Does Anybody Have a Problem with That? Politically Incorrect's Greatest Hits,” “When You Ride Alone, You Ride with Bin Laden,” “New Rules: Polite Musings from a Timid Observer,” and most recently, “The New New Rules: A Funny Look at How Everybody But Me Has Their Head Up Their Ass.” FOLLOW CLUB RANDOM https://www.clubrandom.com https://www.facebook.com/Club-Random-101776489118185 https://twitter.com/clubrandom_ https://www.instagram.com/clubrandompodcast https://www.tiktok.com/@clubrandompodcast FOLLOW BILL MAHER https://www.billmaher.com https://twitter.com/billmaher https://www.instagram.com/billmaher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kelsey and Rosie's fight turns into Kelsey crowning herself Miss Slam Pig United States, Ashley crying several times at a trivia night and Liz and Alicia fighting over the definition of homelessness on the way to Rosie's husbands Frank Sinatra impersonator concert!Follow me on social media, find links to merch, Patreon and more here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In 1944, as World War II was drawing to a close, the Mexican love song Besame Mucho crossed the Atlantic and became one of the most recognisable melodies of the post-war era. Its lyrics were daring for the time: an open plea for a passionate kiss.The song had been written years earlier by Consuelo Velazquez, a young woman who composed romantic melodies for pleasure but kept her authorship a secret, fearing it could damage her career as a classical pianist.When Consuelo's secret got out, her song Bésame Mucho topped the charts in the US and became one of the most covered songs in Spanish, with versions by The Beatles, Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra.Stefania Gozzer speaks to her son, Mariano Rivera Velazquez, about his mother's unexpected worldwide success.Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive. Witness History is for those fascinated by and curious about the past. We take you to the events that have shaped our world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes every day, we take you back in time and all over the world, to examine wars, coups, scientific discoveries, cultural moments and much more. Recent episodes explore everything from how the Excel spreadsheet was developed, the creation of cartoon rabbit Miffy and how the sound barrier was broken.We look at the lives of some of the most famous leaders, artists, scientists and personalities in history, including: the moment Reagan and Gorbachev met in Geneva, Haitian singer Emerante de Pradines' life and Omar Sharif's legendary movie entrance in Lawrence of Arabia.You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, like the invention of a stent which has saved lives around the world; the birth of the G7; and the meeting of Maldives' ministers underwater. We cover everything from World War Two and Cold War stories to Black History Month and our journeys into space.(Photo: A couple kiss by the West Gates at Pennsylvania Station, New York City. Credit: Three Lions/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
“THE GARDEN OF ALLAH: COCKTAILS, SCANDALS & MISCHIEF” - 5/25/2026 (141) Once upon a time, there was a magical, decadent hotel in Hollywood where stars could avoid the scrutiny of the public and studio executives and really let their hair down. And, boy, did they! It was a place where there were no rules, there was a party every night, and the rich and famous could frolic carelessly around the pool - and sometimes in the pool, fully dressed. This magical place was the Garden of Allah — the brainchild of actress ALLA NAZIMOVA. This week, we will discuss the magic, the mystery, the decadence, and the debauchery of one of Hollywood's most famous hotels. SHOW NOTES: Sources: Garden of Allah: Hollywood Homosexual Haven (2020), by Michael Hone; Laid Back in Hollywood (1998), by Patricia Medina Cotten; The Garden of Allah (1970), by Sheilah Grahame; “The Garden of Allah,” by Jon Ponder, WestHollywoodHistory.org; “The People V. Hill,” Stanford Law School; “Forgotten Hollywood: The Garden of Allah,” September 22, 2022, by Meher Tatna, GoldenGlobes.com; “Hedonist Hollywood's Lost Garden of Allah,” October 13, 2020, by MessyNessy, MessyNessyChic.com; “Hollywood's Hotel Hedonism: It's one of Tinsel Town's last untold stories...how stars from Sinatra to Olivier, Garbo and Monroe indulged their every vice at a VIP hideaway and clothes were not required!” May 15, 2015, by Tom Leonard, DailyMail.com; “This Hotel Kept All of Secrets of the Rich and Famous…Until Now,” June 23, 2015, by Kirk Silsbee, Gentleman's Quarterly; Wikipedia.com TCM.com; IMDBPro.com; --------------------------------- http://www.airwavemedia.com Please contact sales@advertisecast.com if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Which song best defines America? On this Memorial Day edition, Michael Smerconish explores a deeply personal and surprisingly revealing question inspired by President Obama's latest reflections on music and national identity: which song best captures the American experience? From “This Land Is Your Land” and “We Shall Overcome” to “Fortunate Son,” “What's Going On,” and “The Message,” Obama's selections highlight protest, struggle, and social change. But Michael makes the case for a different classic altogether — Frank Sinatra's “The House I Live In” — and uncovers the extraordinary backstory behind the song and its writers. A thoughtful conversation about patriotism, music, memory, and what binds Americans together. Listen here, then vote at Smerconish.com, and be sure to rate, review and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Paradise: Season 2 Episode 7 "The Final Countdown" Xavier has unfinished business. Meanwhile, Sinatra meets with Link as Paradise prepares for a potential threat.Paradise: Season 2, Episode 8 "Exodus" Worlds collide; time is of the essence for Xavier; Link and his team spring into action; Sinatra puts it all on the line.Feedback : blackgirlcouch@gmail.com (audio/written)Tumblr: blackgirlcouchYoutube: ChristinaBCGInstagram: @blackgirlcouch
So...Yeah...we're a little behind schedule (Sinatra was right "Ridin' High in April...Shot Down in May"). But fear not, Ladies & Gentledemons, the Next episode WILL Drop Next Week. In the meantime, please enjoy this burst of Universe-building... ALSO STARRING: Joan bishop Kiersten Davis Joseph Kent Rob Maurer SPONSORED BY Dave's Archives StudioThreeTV Kier's Nostalgia Corner Kev The Ripper And (as always) Our Patrons
#402 - 90 Day Fiancé. Sydney's goods. Reading backwards. I see dead people. The Manosphere. Marrying a murderer. The Godfather. Sinatra stories. Engine sucker. Caves are bad.Want to support our show?Patreon.com/RareFormRadio for extra content, bonus episodes & goodies!RareFormRadio.Threadless.com for some rad merch. http://linktr.ee/RareFormRadio
We are joined this week by Dinero Sinatra and producer Derryk Rhodes ahead of the release of their new project, The Mechanic. We get into everything surrounding the process of making this album. Of course the gang gives their early reviews. A dope conversation on what the city needs to thrive. We also get into the early days of Dinero's rap career, some of his favorite artists, what he watching on tv, and much more!!!
RUNDOWN Mitch and Hotshot Scott open Episode 383 by marveling at the bizarre obsession surrounding the NFL schedule release, questioning why fans and media treat dates and kickoff times like breaking world events. And then, they break down the Seahawks' newly released schedule, from the bizarre Rams clustering and overloaded prime time slate to the brutal late-season stretch loaded with short weeks and playoff-caliber opponents. The conversation turns into a bigger NFC West discussion, with Mitch quietly predicting San Francisco wins the division while Seattle lands at 11–6 and grabs a wild card spot. Mitch, Brady, and Joe dissect a Mariners club that suddenly looks lifeless after another ugly series loss to San Diego, with injuries piling up and the offense disappearing again. The conversation centers on whether Colt Emerson's promotion can inject energy into a flat clubhouse, why Seattle's veteran-heavy roster may lack emotional spark, and whether the AL West being mediocre is the only thing keeping the season afloat right now. Mitch and Puck bounce from petty website slights and Tiger Woods speculation into a spirited debate over Cal Raleigh playing hurt and the Mariners' late-game strategy. The real fireworks come when Mitch unveils his theory that the NFL intentionally put Mike Vrabel and the Patriots in a primetime opener against Seattle. GUESTS Brady Farkas | Host, Refuse to Lose podcast Joe Doyle | MLB analyst, Over-Slot Jason Puckett | KJ-Aren'ts / Puck Drop TABLE OF CONTENTS 0:00 | Why NFL Schedule Release Day Feels Like a National Holiday, Mariners Frustration, and the Show's Weekly Birthday and Music Trivia Segment 14:09 | NFL Drops Seahawks Schedule — Brutal Stretches, Prime Time Chaos & Niners Fear 31:57 | Mariners No-Table: Brady Farkas and Joe Doyle — Mariners analysts breaking down Seattle's mounting injuries, clubhouse energy issues, and the debut of top prospect Colt Emerson. 56:05 | KJ-Aren't's Jason Puckett: Mitch Thinks the NFL Just Punished Mike Vrabel on National TV 1:13:55 | Other Stuff Segment: Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano disappointment, Tyson Fury's teenage daughter getting married, PGA Championship winner Aaron Rai and his iron covers story, Shohei Ohtani's historic two-way dominance, Kyle Schwarber's absurd home run pace, Tiger Woods returning from Swiss rehab, Mitch's Palm Beach airport stories, Carl Pavano divorce allegations, Desmond Mason arrest and memorabilia dispute, fake Caitlin Clark engagement rumors, Perry Como vs. Sinatra debate, Dr. Hook memories HEADLINES 14-year-old steals a bus for the third time in six months, hantavirus allegedly linked to penis shrinkage, Maine students accidentally fed dirt at school, suckerfish swimming inside manta rays causing "issues" RIPs Brandon Clark, Jason Collins, Charlie Young, Craig Morton, Lou Graham, Jim Colbert, Rex Reed, Donald Gibb, Dennis Locorriere
Two decades after his breakout album It's Time, five-time Grammy Award winner Michael Bublé sits down with Willie Geist at New York's Blue Note Jazz Club to reflect on his journey from Canadian fishing boats to global fame. Bublé opens up about the grandfather who introduced him to Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald, the early gigs that shaped his craft, and the moment that changed everything in his career. He also talks about his love for Christmas music, the perspective he gained after his son's illness, and his experience as a coach on NBC's The Voice. (Original broadcast date October 26, 2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Welcome to The Reel Schmooze with ToI film reviewer Jordan Hoffman and host Amanda Borschel-Dan, where we bring you all the entertainment news and film reviews a Jew can use. We roll out with three Jangles -- news with a Jewish angle. Borschel-Dan gives her favorite actress, 96-year-old June Squib, a shoutout for her recent Tony nomination for "Marjorie Prime." Hoffman discusses his recent discovery of a famous Jewish porn star and also the new reboot of "Lord of the Flies" which hints that one of the boys is Jewish. We then turn to "Cast a Giant Shadow," the 1966 biopic of Colonel Mickey Marcus. David Daniel "Mickey" Marcus was a complicated character who was foundational to the organization of what became the Israel Defense Force. The United States Army colonel, who was later dubbed Israel's first general, was also instrumental at the Nuremberg Trials. Kirk Douglas plays Marcus and the rest of the all-star cast includes Senta Berger, Yul Brynner, John Wayne, Frank Sinatra and Angie Dickinson. The movie maven and our host disagreed about the film, so stick around to see if "Cast a Giant Shadow" gets an "oy," "meh" or "not bad" in this week's The Reel Schmooze. The Reel Schmooze is produced by Ari Schlacht and can be found wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In todays episode, we continue to honor Oregon Wine Month 2026 while combining our Wine is Like Music Series! French Horn player, Jennifer Brummett joins Bells Up Winery winemaker, David Specter, Shelley and Phil for another round of Wine is Like Music. #HappyFriday! #ItsWineTime! #CheersingPlease visit Wines featured this episode:2024 Bells Up Rhapsody Pinot Blanc ($38 at the winery) 2022 Bells Up Titan Pinot Noir ($52 at the winery)2022 Bells Up Maestro Pinot Noir ($58 at the winery)A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars andCinder Winery!Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Looking for amazing wine? Taste Liberty Lake Wine Cellars' big, bold reds from Red Mountain, along with their delightful Tahija whites and Rosés. Join their Wine Club for exclusive benefits including their Thursday Wine Club night. Get all the details at https://www.libertylakewinecellars.com/ or call 509-255-9205. Liberty Lake Wine Cellars: Celebrating 20 years of making exceptional Washington wine!Cinder Winery: Crafting world-class wines in Idaho's Snake River Valley from award-winning Viognier to bold Tempranillo and Syrah, Cinder wines showcase the region's unique volcanic soils and ideal climate. Visit cinderwines.com for more information! Cinder: Savor the taste of Idaho's finest! And of course, a HUGE thank you to Tod Hornby who wrote and recorded our official Wine Time Fridays theme music. Please visit https://todhornby.com to see what Tod is up to! The Pilgrim's Market Wine Word of the Week - AttackIn Music: Attack refers to the very beginning of a note—how the player starts the sound (is it sharp and punchy or soft and gradual?). In Wine: Attack (or the entry) is the very first impression a wine makes on your palate. It's that initial burst of acidity or fruit before the "mid-palate" takes over. Pilgrim's Market: Check out Pilgrim's Market for an expansive selection of fine wines with wine club prices EVERY day, weekly complimentary tastings and just up the street from CDA Gourmet! Visit pilgrimsmarket.com or call 208-676-9730!Mentions: Sara Spector, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Spokane Symphoney, Whitworth University, Panhandle Symphony Orchestra and Mark Lathrop.Some wines we've enjoyed this week: Mauricio Lorca Angel's Selection Chardonnay, Hightower Reserve Red Blend, Cinder Syrah and a Liberty Lake Petit Verdot.Please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/WineTimeFridays), Twitter (@VintageTweets), Instagram (@WineTimeFridays) on our YouTube Channel, https://www.youtube.com/@winetimefridays and on Threads, which is @winetimefridays. You can also “Follow” Phil on Vivino. His profile name is Phil Anderson and will probably “Follow” you back! Wine Time Fridays Rating System: Phenomenal
(00:00-24:20) Jump off the bandwagon, Doug!! The award winning After The Morning After DBA Audio Bake Sale. The power outage wreaked havoc on the phone lines. Tim's Chuck Knoblauch disease. The platinum sombrero. Waiting to hear from Dan Janson again. Balls in the air in just over 27 hours. A McGreevy/Dotem update. Jackson's excited for the remote broadcast tomorrow. Is a bear claw a donut or a pastry?(24:28-37:05). Was Axl Rose possessive with Stephanie Seymour? How could anyone hate Tower Tee? Audio of Oli Marmol talking about last night being one of the first games they've given away. Some new TMA merch coming soon?(37:15-1:02:36) A Sinatra theme has been requested. How 'bout just crooners in general? Whispering Jack Smith. Another Doggies victory. Team Hellcat has been activated. Caller Ellen on the lines and she wants to talk Doggies. Prod Joe's days of color commentary for The Athletica. Hope Solo. People want Crook and Blaze. Tater tots are our misunderstood friends. Getting back to our roots with some fry talk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jump off the bandwagon, Doug!! The award winning After The Morning After DBA Audio Bake Sale. The power outage wreaked havoc on the phone lines. Tim's Chuck Knoblauch disease. The platinum sombrero. Waiting to hear from Dan Janson again. Balls in the air in just over 27 hours. A McGreevy/Dotem update. Jackson's excited for the remote broadcast tomorrow. Is a bear claw a donut or a pastry?Was Axl Rose possessive with Stephanie Seymour? How could anyone hate Tower Tee? Audio of Oli Marmol talking about last night being one of the first games they've given away. Some new TMA merch coming soon?A Sinatra theme has been requested. How 'bout just crooners in general? Whispering Jack Smith. Another Doggies victory. Team Hellcat has been activated. Caller Ellen on the lines and she wants to talk Doggies. Prod Joe's days of color commentary for The Athletica. Hope Solo. People want Crook and Blaze. Tater tots are our misunderstood friends. Getting back to our roots with some fry talk.This has a hint of Tiny Tim. Could be in a horror movie. Audio of Ozzie Smith talking about expectations for young guys like Jordan Walker and giving perspective on his strong start. Eric hates everything. Do they sell wine at Busch Stadium? Glory Holes.We'll get to the bottom of it with Brad Thompson. Will Vegas support a MLB team? Should we do a remote from Vegas? Who's your favorite Rockford Peach? Dan is on the phone lines. Ope, it's Dan Janson back at Glen Echo. Breaking down the course and pin placements. People don't seem to be enjoying the call. A Sad Off. We're big in Korea.A little Chairman of the Board for Martin. Busier than a one armed paper hanger. Jim Bowden's article in The Athletic talking about needing to avoid a lockout in MLB. The current financial situation. Will Mike Lee be at The Dotem?World Cup and some outrageous prices. Shakira, BTS, and Madonna performing. Mt. Rushmore of championships for Tim. Only eight countries have won the World Cup in history. Freddy Adu. Doug had a little sliver of cake yesterday. Blueberry compost. One bite and it's over. Mapping out a celebratory donut.The Design Aire Heating & Cooling EMOTDMichael Wellington in-studio talking The Dotem and Birdies for Bipolar. But first we're gonna see what the dating app scene is like on The Champions Tour. The Goose is loose. Champions tour talk.Cardinal broadcaster, Brad Thompson, joins the show from Sacramento. We lost Brad right in the middle of a scorching hot Cardinal take. We got Brad back. The loss last night and Oli Marmol's comments on giving one away. Matthew Liberatore's start. Lars Nootbar coming back and people fighting for playing time.We are now inside of 24 hours until tee off at The Dotem. When we gave away a green jacket to Dogtown Ty for the FPCC. Talking to Wellington about his involvement with Birdies for Bipolar.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.
Dinero Sinatra and Derryk Rhodes pull up to break down the making of The Mechanic, a collaborative project that builds directly from the foundation laid in Morning to Midnight: A Weekend Requiem. What started as an extension of an already personal body of work turns into something broader, with both artists shaping the sound, direction, and identity of the album in real time.The conversation moves through Dinero Sinatra's growth as an artist, from finding his voice to understanding how to move with intention in a space that often rewards speed over substance. That development sits alongside Derryk Rhodes' approach to building full projects, giving insight into how the two met in the middle to create something cohesive.They also get into the balance between artist and producer, and how that relationship shifts when both people are equally invested in the final product. It's not just about making songs, but about trust, communication, and knowing when to push or step back. That dynamic becomes a central piece of how The Mechanic came together.
Back on this day in 1998, Frank Sinatra died. He was the first modern superstar of popular music.
I am very excited to launch a very special series for Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar. May is Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM), which annually celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to the United States. I am honored to welcome my dear friend and mentor, Joanne J-Bird Phillips, to the podcast. I first met J-Bird in New York City through our mutual friend and former guest, Beatrice Kimmel. She and I instantly bonded and became fast friends. I love her zest for life, and it was Beshert (Yiddish for “destiny”) that the stars finally aligned for her to come on the show for our third JAHM special. Born in The Bronx and raised on Long Island, NY, Joanne Phillips grew up in a family of professional drummers and band leaders. Having a natural rhythm since childhood, Joanne's father taught her to play drums with brushes when she was seven, and her first song was "Come Fly with Me" by Frank Sinatra. She grew up listening to Swing, Motown, Bossa Nova, and Rock 'n' Roll, and honed her drum skills on a full orange sparkle drum kit that her family bought for her. At age sixteen, Joanne was asked to join a local garage band of teenage boys who needed someone to play their cover of "Wipeout" by The Surfaris correctly. She stepped in and nailed it. Hence began Joanne's lifelong love of music and live performance. Fast forward to the late 70's, after Joanne had moved to Long Beach, NY, and raised two children of her own in the arts -- her son, an alumnus of Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NYC, and one of the metro area's popular freelance Improv coaches, and her daughter, a SAG-AFTRA TV actress and comedian/comedy writer working in LA.Over the years, Joanne witnessed how many music and arts programs were evaporating and eventually terminated, due to a lack of funding and/or support from the government, as well as certain folks with no interest in keeping arts programs alive, resulting in the arts being put on the back burner in the education system. Joanne remained an avid supporter of an arts education platform for children. She saw how it created positive experiences for her own kids (and many other youths) and witnessed how even a basic arts education enriched lives of youths on many levels for years into their adulthood. In 2012, Joanne founded J-Bird Music for the Arts, Inc., with the vision of reviving arts programs by providing much-needed equipment, instruments, and resources to enrich the lives of youth through arts education. She wanted to bring that same joy, excitement, and creativity to youth everywhere, especially in underserved or underfunded areas. Through J-Bird Music for the Arts, Joanne brings her vision alive. From her tireless efforts as a brain tumor survivor with a second chance to live and continue on this mission, she has provided much-needed equipment and support to music and arts programs throughout New York State, including Still Waters In A Storm in Brooklyn, Long Beach High School in Long Island, and Goshen Central High School in Orange County, NY. On this edition of The Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast, Joanne spoke about her tenth anniversary of being associated with the US Press Association and revealed some of the J-Bird Music for the Arts' top accomplishments.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.
New Yorkers share their favorite memories of Knicks legend Walt 'Clyde' Frazier following an insightful long-form interview. The conversation shifts to the upcoming Subway Series as the Mets look to capitalize on a three-game sweep while the Yankees struggle through a losing skid. They also explore the nostalgia of childhood sports memories and the modern-day complexities of youth league snack duties. 01:20 - Subway Series Preview 05:18 - Clyde Frazier Reactions 11:23 - Load Management Debate 16:00 - Sinatra at Ali-Frazier 20:49 - Childhood Sports Memories 25:23 - Sneaker and Cleat Nostalgia 31:09 - Mets and Yankees Pitching 34:50 - Youth Sports Snack Debate 44:22 - Defining Five and Fly 49:42 - Snack Etiquette Discussion
Gianni and host Jeanie read listener mailbag questions on the Hollywood Godfather podcast. Russo says a major company wants to adapt his three books—The Hollywood Godfather, The Sixth Family, and Mafia Secrets—into three $50 million feature films over the next three years. He says he was not in Hollywood during Charles Manson's time, credits engineer Mike Austin for creating the podcast intro music with AI, and describes carrying a shortened hickory cane with a gold-plated skull as a weapon for protection in New York. Russo discusses meeting podcast guest Miles Stevenson through their network, doing fan conventions where proceeds support his education charity Gianni Believes You Can, and planning upcoming dinner shows possibly at Paladino's in Grand Central. He recounts his restaurant career in Las Vegas, including State Street opened by Sinatra and the Rat Pack, and addresses AI likeness protections and changes hurting Las Vegas tourism.
Cali weed is now on a shelf in New York City. And we were there for it.First Smoke of the Day pulled up to Torches by Palanco Brothers on 42nd Street in Midtown Manhattan for 420 weekend. Right above us, Alien Labs and Connected flower legally sitting on a shelf in one of the most historic buildings in New York City. A 100 year old cigar lounge where Frank Sinatra, Giuliani and every major hedge fund in New York once had a box. Now it belongs to the culture.We sat down with Ted from Alien Labs, Malik the product brand manager at Connected and Alien Labs, and the Palanco Brothers Jose and Santana who fought for over a year just to get this location approved and got denied four times before they made it happen.This is history. First time. New York City. 420 weekend. Alien Labs. Connected. Torches. All in one room.Subscribe to First Smoke of the Day for weekly cannabis culture, strain drops and the realest voices in the industry.Brands we trust:HGV Elevated — https://hydrobuilder.com/pages/fsotdFaven Lighting — https://favenlighting.com/RAW Rolling Papers — https://rawthentic.com/SlapHub LA — https://www.slaphub.la/Chapters:0:00 - Welcome To Torches6:30 - Meet The Team14:20 - Building The Menu24:45 - The Fight To Open36:10 - Cali Weed In New York48:30 - The NYC Consumer58:15 - Favorite 420 Memories1:08:40 - Best Munchie Spots Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
***Complete our listener survey for a chance to win a $50 gift card! *** “That's what you hear with Sinatra!” Larry Walsh describes how spending 25 years re-mastering the entirety of “Ol' Blue Eyes” recordings taught him how to tune his ear to Shakespeare. Plus, why a mix engineer will never have a sharkskin suit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Comedian. Producer. Booker … Latin Major in college and now comedy contest founder, Allison Dyen is our super fun guest this week on CPP Sideshow 161. Jacques crossed paths with Allison last year JUST before she relocated to Palm Springs (where Frank Sinatra farted in pools) when she competed in the Miked-Up Comedy (Mike Koutrobis) South Shore Comedy Clash. NOW Allison is now in the “stepped in old Hollywood” desert playground, where come THIS October 10-11th 2026, she's producing the inaugural DyenForLaughsComedyCompetition.com (Submissions open now.) Follow Allison across the socials and comics, get your submissions in NOW. Opening: Gomer by Beyond Id (The Stovin' Years album on Spotify) Closing Song: Laid by Beyond Id (The Stovin' Years album on Spotify)
Paradise: Season 2 Episode 6 "Jane" Xavier and Gary set their plan in motion. Back in Paradise, Sinatra takes action, while Gabriela follows a new lead, and Jane's past is revealed.Feedback : blackgirlcouch@gmail.com (audio/written)Tumblr: blackgirlcouchYoutube: ChristinaBCGInstagram: @blackgirlcouch
“That Bacardi flavor, it certainly makes a difference, doesn't it?” Guys and Dolls (1955) written and directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz and starring Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons, Frank Sinatra, Vivian Blaine, Stubby Kaye and Sheldon Leonard Next Time: Eraserhead (1977)
Vivian sits down with Tank Sinatra, the meme king behind @tanksgoodnews, @influencersinthewild, and his personal account @tank.sinatra, to talk about what happens when jokes become a business and viral moments reshape the way we think about money. With over 15 million followers, Tank breaks down the meme economy, what brands are actually paying for a single sponsored post, and why meme culture, think GameStop and Dogecoin, is quietly changing how a whole generation thinks about wealth and value. In this episode, you'll learn: 1. What the meme economy actually is and how to know when a meme is worth investing in, and when it's cooked, straight from one of the biggest meme account moguls on the internet. 2. How much creators like Tank really make, from the breakdown of income across platforms to what a single brand partnership post can pay, and why major companies are throwing serious money at joke accounts. 3. How meme culture has reshaped the way we define value, wealth, and smart money moves, and what that means for your own financial thinking in a world where cultural currency drives real markets. Follow the podcast on Instagram and TikTok! Got a financial question you want answered in a future episode? Email us at podcast@yourrichbff.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
I was introduced to Chris Dalla Riva, who I'd describe as an analytics-driven music historian. He wrote Uncharted Territory: What Numbers Tell Us about the Biggest Hit Songs and Ourselves. I know very little about music but I'm fascinated by objective measures of subjective taste. I enjoyed our talk and look forward to reading the book for yet more fascinating question fodder. Topics! * 00:01:14 – Big question: Is taste objective or culturally constructed?* 00:02:01 – Top-down vs. organic creation of hit music in the 50s–60s* 00:03:36 – Why 1950s hits often centered on death and tragedy* 00:05:01 – Data-driven approach: listening to every Billboard #1 song* 00:09:47 – “Vibe shifts” in music (e.g., Kurt Cobain / Smells Like Teen Spirit)* 00:11:20 – How technology shapes music evolution (from Jimi Hendrix to Frank Sinatra)* 00:13:03 – Do lyrics actually matter? Case study: It Wasn't Me* 00:18:01 – Organic viral hits driven by DJs and accidents (pre-internet virality)* 00:29:32 – “Uncanny” factor in hits (e.g., Pumped Up Kicks)* 00:34:08 – Strange trends of the 90s (swing revival, genre fragmentation)* 00:41:10 – Death of monoculture vs. rise of creator freedom in the internet era* 00:52:38 – Taylor Swift as the “last monoculture superstar”House of Strauss is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.houseofstrauss.com/subscribe
This week we explore the incredible life and mysterious death of Dorothy Kilgallen. Once the most powerful female voice in America, with 20 million daily readers, her legacy has been strangely buried by history. We trace her journey from a "scrappy" reporter at age 20 to the only journalist to privately interview Jack Ruby. Was her death in 1965 an accidental overdose, or was it the ultimate price for getting too close to the truth behind the JFK assassination? 01:46 – Who was Dorothy Kilgallen? (The most powerful female voice in America). 04:06 – Scooping the Warren Commission and interviewing Jack Ruby. 05:16 – Discovery of the body and the "suspicious" bedroom scene. 18:41 – The Frank Sinatra feud and the "tombstone" threat. 24:10 – Conflicting accounts: Who actually found her? 33:07 – The New Orleans trip and the missing JFK research file. 42:51 – Toxicology breakdown: The "mega-dose" mystery.
Coming up tonight, some early jazz plus jazz themes from movies. We'll hear from George Gershwin, Ray Eberle, Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, Julie London, Gil Evans, Winifred Atwell, Boots Randolph, Kai Winding, Henry Mancini, Wes Montgomery, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Reitherman & Phil Harris, Louis Armstrong, Shirley Bassey, Vince Guaraldi, and the Claude Bolling Big Band.
STREAMING THE MAKING OF THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, FEATURING JEFF BLISS AND GERMANICUS (MICHAEL VLAHOS). 4-17-202681 BCE SULLAJeff Bliss and John Batchelor discuss the vibrant developments in Las Vegas, where the President of the United Statesrecently arrived on Air Force One to promote a "no tax on tips" policy. The city is diversifying, becoming a sports mecca with Formula 1, World Wrestling at Allegiant Stadium, and a potential NBA franchise. Bliss recalls the legacy of the Rat Pack, Elvis, and Sinatra, while noting new landmarks like the Museum of Ice Cream in Area 15. Additionally, a massive In-N-Out burger restaurant is being built on the Strip, and the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino is adding rare balcony suites. Batchelor even jokes about a future Museum of Potato Chips featuring Lays.In California politics, the race to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom is intensifying under the Jungle Primary system. Newsom reportedly spent 1.5 million dollars to purchase 67,000 copies of his own book. Current candidates include Steve Hilton, a former Fox contributor; Tommy Steyer, a multi-billionaire; and UC Irvine professor Katie Porter. In Los Angeles, Mayor Karen Bass faces a tight race against Spencer Pratt. Batchelor mentions an interview between Bass and Jim Acosta on CNN, where she appeared defensive regarding homeless encampments in Venice and Hollywood.Other local issues involve the California Coastal Commission canceling Long Beach fireworks. On Catalina Island, once a secret CIA training ground, Batchelor recalls the Four Freshmen singing about the sea while discussing a police canine apprehending a suspect in Avalon. Bliss recounts his own experience being bitten by a German Shepherd when analyzing the intensity of such arrests. Additionally, a massive Animal Crossing bridge is under construction across a Southern California freeway to protect wildlife like buffalo.Globally, Germanicus warns of the "consolidation" of wars. Russia is reportedly upset by Ukrainian drone attacks launched from the Baltic states and Finland. Germanicus explains that 96% of Russian casualties are now caused by drones produced in Europe, Israel, and Turkey. Germanicus also highlights that leaders like Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer are meeting to address the crisis at the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, there remains a risk of "spasmodic responses" involving Russia's hypersonic Oreshnik missiles. John Batchelor concludes the session by noting that there is no certainty anywhere in the world except for their conversation. This dialogue captures the intersection of local entertainment, state politics, and global military strategy during a volatile and high-stakes historical period in history.