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Formed in 1979, Hawthorne California's Redd Kross are having quite the year. With a feature documentary - Born Innocent: The Redd Kross Story directed by Andrew Reich - a fantastic new self-titled double album, and a new memoir by brothers Jeff & Steven McDonald and award winning journalist Dan Epstein: Now You're One of Us: The Incredible Story of Redd Kross coming October 29th. Dan joins us to discuss the book and the Redd Kross record that first got him high: 1987s 'Neurotica'. "Come on, lose your mind Now you're one of us" Songs discussed in this episode: Born Innocent, Linda Blair, Dancing Queen - Redd Kross; Convoy - C.W. McCall; Neurotica - Redd Kross; I Want You Back - Hoodoo Gurus; Play My Song, Frosted Flake, Janus, Jeanie and George Harrison, Blow You A Kiss In The Wind - Redd Kross; Blow You A Kiss In The Wind - Elizabeth Montgomery; Love Is You - Redd Kross; Creatures Of The Night - Kiss; Peach Kelli Pop - Redd Kross; Round and Round - Ratt; Do The Eggroll - Peach Kelli Pop; McKenzie, Switchblade Sister, Ballad of a Love Doll - Redd Kross; Left Of The Dial - Replacements; What They Say, What They Say (Demo), Ghandi Is Dead (I'm The Cartoon Man) - Redd Kross; In and Out of My Life (In a Day) - The Pandoras; Beautiful Bye-Byes, Tatum O-Tot and the Fried Vegetables, Pink Piece of Peace - Redd Kross; Going Down to Liverpool - The Bangles; It's the Little Things - Redd Kross
Robert Hecker in conversation with David Eastaugh http://www.itsoktheband.com/ Played lead guitar and sang with Redd Kross from 1984 to 1991, and again from 2006 to the present, in addition to occasional on-stage reunions throughout the 1990s. He has also played guitar and sang with the band It's OK! since 1992. As of 2013, he no longer actively tours with Redd Kross, but continues to perform live with It's OK! It's OK! is/are: Robert Hecker (chameleon-voiced guitar guru, Redd Kross), Ellen Rooney (five-octave vocalist), Dennis McGarry (eight-string bass & three-piece suit), & Roy McDonald (drummer extraordinaire, The Muffs & Redd Kross). Individually, they can all stand as shred-lords, but collectively, they make a beautiful, hyper melodic (& harmonic) sound. It's OK! have released four sixteen-song albums on Econoclast Recordings, each & every one of them a triumph of eclecticism. It's OK! have been compared to Queen, Guided By Voices, Poi Dog Pondering, Velvet Underground, Leonard Cohen, the Ink Spots, the BellRays, & A Giant Dog, to mention just a few. “We like all different kinds & sorts of music, so we write all different kinds & sorts of songs.” The band are currently constructing their fifth album.
A new survey shows that with the ongoing pandemic and complexities caused by school closures this fall, employers are expecting a rise in mental health challenges for their employees. In this episode, two world-renowned mental health experts from Harvard Medical School and McLean Hospital, Dr. Kerry Ressler and Dr. Lisa Coyne, join Unum's employee benefits and well-being strategy expert ,Robert Hecker, to discuss the survey's findings and how employers can support their employees. Key Takeaways Employers are expecting a big rise in mental health issues. 85% of employers surveyed are very or somewhat concerned about their employees' mental health or wellness needs. (02:21)The stress people are experiencing is not new. However, the pandemic and other environmental factors have made these issues more acute, and employees are exhibiting higher levels of stress. The challenge is figuring out the right action to take to support employees in a meaningful way. (3:28)Employers can encourage healthy behaviors and preventive measures that will help keep most people healthy and resilient. Additionally, employers should watch for behaviors and symptoms that suggest professional help is needed. (5:39)Parents with children who are different ages or have behavioral health issues will be likely to experience even more draining demands. All parents with children will be at risk of burnout. (9:30)Employers should help parents be aware of resources for their or their kids' mental health and consider offering flexible work schedules. (10:23)Additional resources: Register for an upcoming SHRM webinar: How employers can mitigate a looming mental health crisisCOVID-19: mental health resources: https://home.mcleanhospital.org/covid-19-resources How to deal with ongoing stress caused by working from home: https://www.mcleanhospital.org/news/how-deal-ongoing-stress-caused-working-homeHow mindfulness helps families cope with stressKerry Ressler, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer, McLean Hospital and Professor, Harvard Medical School Lisa Coyne, Ph.D., Founder and Senior Clinical Consultant of the OCD Institute for Children and Adolescents, McLean Hospital, and Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School Robert Hecker, Vice President, Global Total Rewards, Unum More resources: Why employers expect a mental health crisis this fallRead nowLeave management in a post-pandemic worldWatch now
Robert Hecker—Managing Director, Pacific Asia of Horwath HTL—joins David and Catherine in this episode of The Future of Travel. A long-time friend of QUO, Robert provides insight into when and how he believes tourism will recover from the COVID-19 crises. According to Robert, the dominant industry sentiment is that pre-pandemic levels won't return until 2024. As a result, Robert believes projects slated to open in 2024 or later will be okay, but anything set to open in the next three years may struggle due to excess market capacity. And while he doesn't see foreclosures happening just yet, Robert expects some consolidation among hotel management groups, whether through takeovers or joint ventures.
Alfred Brown IV http://www.alfredbrowniv.com/https://www.instagram.com/alfredbrowniv/MFA Columbia, BFA Princeton, PhD USC (?)Lead Singer of DANGERSFiction writer, photographer, teacher, gym and soccer coach, and Recorded July 15th, 2019 at Gate 14 in El Segundo, CA A renaissance man…or a Jack of all trades…Alfred does not sleep. Ninja Turtles Pizza has marshmallows. Being a wandering nomad around all the beach cities of California as child. How a competitive edge and doting grandmother drove Al’s scholastic endeavors. Al went to Mira Costa High school: Alma Mater to Keith Morris, Bill Stevenson, and Greg Ginn of Black Flag; Jim Lindberg of Pennywise, and Robert Hecker of Red Kross, and members of 98 mute. Theologian records. Sneaking in to see RATM during the battle of Los Angeles tour. Despite academic accolades, 18 year old Al only wanted to play music and had no interest in going to college…yet eventually gets into Princeton for English, Einstein’s classroom, Cornel West, and Joyce Carol Oates at Princeton…and the proximity to Philadelphia and New York City with out needing a car. 9/11 as the first day of college. Dangers is a California band, but started at Princeton with “Tim” the bass player.The Miracle Mile. Never start a band on the east coast, never date on the east coast, never live on the east coast; California calls you back. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/09/nyregion/yale-black-student-nap.htmlWrote a book at 22 for a dissertation at: “The end of me is the beginning of You” Books have been written, but Al hasn’t published full books. Princeton: 2001-2005.In 2002, Al starts Sink With Cali with a grant from Princeton. Sink with Cali, Sound and Fury fest, and the Have Heart “Smoke with Cali” T-shirt. From the Beach, not downtown LA. 2005, enter graduate school at Columbia for a MFA in Fiction. Jonathan Safran Foer and being $200,000 in debt. Photography electives and Jocelyn Lee https://www.jocelynleestudio.com/Communication transcends every art “The writer is one who, embarking upon a task, does not know what to do.” -Donald Barthelmehttps://www.brainpickings.org/2014/04/07/donald-barthelme-not-knowing/Learning by Failure and treating negative outcomes as data. HOMELESShttp://www.alfredbrowniv.com/home-less-blogLA vs. NYC / BEST COAST vs. BEAST COASTWHAT DO YOU DO? Prius, Toe Shoes, and shopping at Whole Foods. “The Problem with Centaurs”- Short story collection for dissertation fulfillment at Columbia. Moves back to LA, gets involved with special needs, and “The grapes of wraith.” 2013: started a PhD in creative writing at USCPursuing your own desires, encouraging your own curiosity, and our societal inability to empathize. money, not living comfortably, and the privilege of time. Good use of emojis and wanting to be a writer. songs you like, songs you don’tcancer and laughter and owning up to your mistakes and the future of dangers the most dangerous think you have is your mind and the pale blue dot. The worst teachers are the ones that don’t listen.
Robert discusses Redd Kross and the recording of Third Eye. His no holds barred assessment of where Redd Kross fit in the"scene" during that time is refreshingly honest. He also treats us to some guitar riffs and shares great stories about Soundgarden, Scorpions, his love of KISS, and his early years with "the Krosses". #ReddKross #ThirdEye #Neurotica #ItsOK! #RobertHecker #Hawthorne #podcast #fathomingheavy
Welcome to the inaugural Stuck in My Head Podcast. Andrew and Augie tackle the album Third Eye by Redd Kross and discuss why this album finds itself in our rotation, year after year! We are also pleased that Robert Hecker was kind enough to interview with us about his time in Redd Kross and the recording of Third Eye. Please take time to visit https://soundcloud.com/itsoktheband http://www.itsoktheband.com/ https://www.facebook.com/itsoktheband/ and listen to Robert's current project! Song Credits: 1. Faith Healer - Redd Kross 2. Shonen Knife - Redd Kross 3. Zira - Redd Kross 4. Dimwit - It's OK!
Legendary "Redd Kross" guitarist and all round musical genius, Robert Hecker is my guest this week on "PPP". Robert is such a great story teller as we go into everything from his childhood, all the way through "Redd Kross" to his current band, "It's OK!" and his career as a teacher. I also spin some of his amazing tunes from the most recent "It's OK!" album, "Cubed". For more info, visit https://www.facebook.com/itsoktheband Toxic Melons Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/11591364/toxic-melons-four-play-ep-release Pablo's Poppin' Podcast is proudly sponsored by"Fifteen Surefire Tips for Relieving Back Pain (Plus 192 Others, Just in Case)" available to buy at Amazon http://www.amazon.com/Fifteen-Surefire-Tips-Relieving-Others/dp/0985201770/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1462577643&sr=8-2&keywords=15+sure+fire+tips
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Episode 6 features an exclusive live solo performance of "Guardian Angel" by the amazing Charlotte Caffey (of The Go-Gos). Collect the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 6.
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Episode 4 continues with Steve learning about Ze Malibu Kids. Collect the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 4.
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Episode 5 features special musica guests The Muffs performing an exclusive live version of Nina - as produced by Jeff McDonald. Collect the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 5.
Welcome to episode 9 of Hit It! The Redd Kross podcast. The legendary Robert Hecker stops by (with acoustic guitar) and spends some time with Jeff McDonald. Features an exclusive acoutisc solo performance of "Love Is You"!, along with many other treats. This is the the second installment of a two part podcast. CLICK IT TO HIT IT!
Welcome to episode 8 of Hit It! The Redd Kross podcast. The legendary Robert Hecker stops by (with acoustic guitar) and spends some time with Jeff McDonald. Features an exclusive acoutisc solo performance of "The Wandering Minstril"! This is the the first of a two part podcast. CLICK IT TO HIT IT!
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Episode 3 continues with Jeff confronting their manager. Collect the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 2.
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Episode 2 continues with Steven consulting Turnip for some fashion advice, and Jeff braves management in hopes of getting Redd Kross's contract. Special musical guest Anna Waronker performs "Beautiful" in a video produced and direced by Jeff McDonald. Collect the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 2.
Welcome to the podcast version of Bitchin' Ass! Start collecting the entire series of Bitchin' Ass, digitally optimized from the masters just for your video iPod! CLICK HERE for episode 1.
Welcome to episode 5 of Hit It! The Redd Kross podcast. This episode is hosted by Jeff McDonald, and features the cult classic bootleg of Ted's audition for Robert Hecker's band. This predates William Hung, The Rawker and others by over a decade and is a true gem. Yes, you can now experience the magic firsthand, as we take a journey together to the Future from the Past! CLICK IT TO HIT IT!