Podcasts about Rock Radio

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Rock fans especially in Canada, and wherever the Max magic found its way into the ears and hearts of adults and universal juveniles alike, are in for a treat this time, as musician and author Bob Wegner joins Jeff Woods, and they are here for "a celebration!" That of the Kim Mitchell endorsed (he's a contributor too) triumphantly cool Max Webster High Class, 448 page glossy coffee table book. In this 35 minute episode, the Max Webster expert and forever fan joins the Max super fan/follower supporter, sharing insights and highlights from the Max Webster music catalogue, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Come on a tour of American born music mostly, with an injection of the like-sounding swampy grooves of a rogue Canuck from Hamiton Ontario, in a hearty gumbo of music history that's been simmering inside of musicologist Jeff Woods' brain salad for months on end, and featuring some of his personal favourite artists from JJ Cale, to Little Feat, Doobies, CCR, and the Tony Joe White inspired Tom Wilson who prompted Bruce Springsteen to reflect on his song about the kind of music Jesus surely would have sang, if Jesus were that kind of rockstar.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Paul Rees fell in love with AOR when it began with Boston in 1976, the polished, ramped-up hits that were briefly the music of the American heartland. His book ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' remembers the age when records were launched via car stereos, their eternally appealing sound and the preposterous lives of the people who wrote and played them – Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Asia, REO Speedwagon, Don Henley and Toto among them. “It's happy music,” he points out. “Music that makes you raise a quizzical eyebrow.” In the mix … … the original AOR sound: “Led Zeppelin hard rock with Eagles harmonies and a stratospheric high-tenor voca|” … the absolute power of producers like Mutt Lange (a man raised on radio jingles) … Pat Benatar, the former married bank clerk who wanted to be Robert Plant in a leotard … “AOR stars were all salesmen who talked in quotes” ... the many reasons Don Henley fired people on a whim … Def Leppard's vision of America built on AOR and cowboy movies … “Chicago and the Tubes never played on their records” … “he ended up butterball-naked in a cocaine threesome sting with two disguised police women” … the producer who had his trout pond realigned as he couldn't work looking at a garden that wasn't symmetrical … the story of Toto's Africa: “tape loops strung round chair-backs and a quick flick through a geography book” … “if this record's a hit I'll run naked down Sunset Boulevard”. Order a copy of ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Raised-Radio-Paul-Rees/dp/1408721112 Help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Rees fell in love with AOR when it began with Boston in 1976, the polished, ramped-up hits that were briefly the music of the American heartland. His book ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' remembers the age when records were launched via car stereos, their eternally appealing sound and the preposterous lives of the people who wrote and played them – Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Asia, REO Speedwagon, Don Henley and Toto among them. “It's happy music,” he points out. “Music that makes you raise a quizzical eyebrow.” In the mix … … the original AOR sound: “Led Zeppelin hard rock with Eagles harmonies and a stratospheric high-tenor voca|” … the absolute power of producers like Mutt Lange (a man raised on radio jingles) … Pat Benatar, the former married bank clerk who wanted to be Robert Plant in a leotard … “AOR stars were all salesmen who talked in quotes” ... the many reasons Don Henley fired people on a whim … Def Leppard's vision of America built on AOR and cowboy movies … “Chicago and the Tubes never played on their records” … “he ended up butterball-naked in a cocaine threesome sting with two disguised police women” … the producer who had his trout pond realigned as he couldn't work looking at a garden that wasn't symmetrical … the story of Toto's Africa: “tape loops strung round chair-backs and a quick flick through a geography book” … “if this record's a hit I'll run naked down Sunset Boulevard”. Order a copy of ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Raised-Radio-Paul-Rees/dp/1408721112 Help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Rees fell in love with AOR when it began with Boston in 1976, the polished, ramped-up hits that were briefly the music of the American heartland. His book ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' remembers the age when records were launched via car stereos, their eternally appealing sound and the preposterous lives of the people who wrote and played them – Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Asia, REO Speedwagon, Don Henley and Toto among them. “It's happy music,” he points out. “Music that makes you raise a quizzical eyebrow.” In the mix … … the original AOR sound: “Led Zeppelin hard rock with Eagles harmonies and a stratospheric high-tenor voca|” … the absolute power of producers like Mutt Lange (a man raised on radio jingles) … Pat Benatar, the former married bank clerk who wanted to be Robert Plant in a leotard … “AOR stars were all salesmen who talked in quotes” ... the many reasons Don Henley fired people on a whim … Def Leppard's vision of America built on AOR and cowboy movies … “Chicago and the Tubes never played on their records” … “he ended up butterball-naked in a cocaine threesome sting with two disguised police women” … the producer who had his trout pond realigned as he couldn't work looking at a garden that wasn't symmetrical … the story of Toto's Africa: “tape loops strung round chair-backs and a quick flick through a geography book” … “if this record's a hit I'll run naked down Sunset Boulevard”. Order a copy of ‘Raised On Radio: Power Ballads, Cocaine & Payola – the AOR Glory Years 1976-1986' here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Raised-Radio-Paul-Rees/dp/1408721112 Help us to keep the conversation going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Jeff's back from a break and armed with stories about songs about big ones, brass ones, empty ones, burning ones, in an episode that flashes back to the roaring twenties, the summer of ‘69, the seventies, eighties, nineties and 2000s, with nothing but songs this time about bed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Off Da Rock Radio — Show Replay - February 9-2026Live Broadcast | FM 98.5 CKWRThis episode of Off Da Rock Radio is packed with brand-new music and a major announcement for the NL music community.

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Show Replay | Live Broadcast – January 12, 2026This episode wraps up the 2025 Year in Review, Part 3 of 3, featuring music from mid-July through the end of the year.Selections were drawn from more than 350 songs that found their way onto the playlist throughout 2025 — including tracks from early albums, unreleased debuts, and brand-new releases. Every song featured here originally aired as part of the New Music Monday segment during the live broadcast.Artists featured in this episode include:Big Jib, Robert Humber, Carolina East, Barry Fitzpatrick, Carl Lundrigan, Doug White, Josh Jane with Ally Cribb, Dana Reid, Kathy Stock, Twin Brooks, Dread Method, Andy Skiffington, The Salt Beef Junkies, Laura Rubia, Daughters of the Rock, Desmond Smith, Waykeeper, MacKenzie Critch with Darcy Scott, John Bolnad, Allison Meade, and Feminotica.This episode also includes five brand-new New Music Monday tracks from:Colin Spencer, Nan's Boys, Randy Matthews, Richard Parsons with Robbie Martin, and In Limbo.Originally broadcast live to air on January 12, 2026, this replay captures the sound, flow, and spirit of the show as it happened.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Live Talk Radio; For all Adults And The Families And Healthcare Professionals That Support Them

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Jeff pays tribute to musical artists we lost in 2025, with the conclusion of this 2 parter. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jeff pays tribute to the legends we lost in 2025, with the first of 2 parts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Brian Orlando is not just the morning drive co-host at Long Island's 94.3 The Shark, but a second-generation psychic who uses the energy of song to help guide others.  His powerful status connects him with not only the local community but with music legends like Corey Taylor (Slipknot), Gavin Rossdale (Bush), and Kevin Martin (Candlebox).  A unique journey that added another talent to his resume, as he is also the author of Rock and Soul Tarot.Hosts Rich DeSisto and Steve Raymond uncover how Brian leveraged authentic conversations, not just typical interviews with rockstars to create unforgettable moments on-air, including on-the-spot performances and even a live radio proposal! You'll hear how he convinced musicians to jam live in the studio, stories about partnering with stars from Anthrax to Candlebox, and his heartfelt approach to radio philanthropy.  Like organizing a 24-hour telethon for Angela's House and a star-studded mental health awareness campaign after Chris Cornell's death.Brian opens up about how music saved his life as a teen, the healing power of songs like Blondie's "Heart of Glass," Soul Asylum's "Runaway Train," and Candlebox's "Far Behind," and the parallels between tarot and rock storytelling. Discover his journey from truck driver to on-air talent, the challenges of breaking into radio, navigating rejection, and his honest reflections on personal growth, intuition, and mental health.Topping it off, Brian shares a group tarot reading for radio professionals facing transitions and offers motivational advice for creators, broadcasters, and music fans confronting change.Whether you're into radio, classic rock, tarot, or stories of resilience and reinvention, this conversation is packed with behind-the-scenes tales, learning moments, and inspiration for anyone passionate about music, broadcasting, or self-discovery.(00:00) "Brian's Selfless Journey Through Radio"(5:13) Kazoo-Talica Charity Promotion(8:49) "Unexpected Interview and Connection"(12:13) "Song Mashup Instructions"(15:51) The Humility of Psychic Work(16:55) Music's Healing Power(20:26) "Candlebox Memories and Friendship"(24:53) Angela's House Charity Telethon Idea(27:31) "Chris Cornell Tribute Broadcast"(32:52) Father's Critique of Radio DJs(35:46) "Weekend Radio Memories, 2008"(39:58) "Radio: More Than a Novelty"(41:46) Radio Job Rejection Reflections(46:12) Rigid Interviews Lack Connection(46:53) Radio Career Connection Story(51:53) "Radio Audition Leads to Opportunity"(54:33) "Overcoming Comparison and Moving Forward"(57:20) "Embracing Change and New Paths"(59:51) "Rock and Soul Tarot Promo"Click here to make a donation to Angela's HouseClick here to purchase Rock n Soul TarotYou can download or stream every episode of AIRCHECK from Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. You can also listen on YouTube. Ask your Smart Speaker to “Play Aircheck Podcast”.If you're a radio vet with a story to tell we want to hear from you.Email us at Aircheckme@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aircheckmeTell us what you think and your favorite episode!

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Jolie is here to share her story and her songs, on record and live at Wild Woods Blue, in conversation with Jeff Woods. "Jolie Anastasia is a folk and Americana/Canadiana singer-songwriter whose music feels like a conversation around a fire—intimate, timeless, and rooted in the human spirit. With a voice that carries both tenderness and grit, she weaves stories of love, resilience, and belonging. From Ontario to open skies far beyond, Jolie's melodies echo the traditions of the folk greats while carving her own path, balancing vulnerability with quiet strength. Her music invites you to slow down, listen deeply, and find yourself reflected in the poetry of her songs—like letters written from the soul to anyone willing to hear". Guitar in hand, Jolie is accompanied by guitarist/singer Braden Mahon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Send us a textThis week James and Jack speak with Canadian Radio Legend Jake Edwards, "Bro Jake". We spoke to Jake about the creation of "The Champ"( a  timely radio skit that would cause 2021 to have Jake locked up if he tried that today), Jake's time as he worked his way across Canada (getting fired and re-hired) and making his lasting mark on Canadian radio. Tune in for a great show!

Michael opens this episode paying tribute to beloved Philadelphia WMMR radio legend Pierre Robert, reflecting on a bygone era of authentic, local broadcasting that may never return. Then, a Smerconish.com poll question that everyone's afraid to answer: Is AI coming for your job? From Amazon's robot revolution to a professor predicting 90%+ unemployment, this episode dives into the future of work — and whether humans will have any role left. Listen here, then rate and review 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.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

In this episode of Purposely Catholic, Khalil sits down with Kevin Matthews, former Chicago radio legend turned author and storyteller, to dive into his powerful journey of faith. After an unexpected encounter with a broken statue of the Blessed Mother, Kevin's life took a turn he never saw coming. His story, told in his book Broken Mary: A Journey of Hope and the brand new documentary Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story, reveals how God can use even the most shattered moments to rebuild our hearts and renew our purpose.Chapters:00:00 Intro01:36 Who is Kevin Matthews?03:40 Empty but Full Now!06:55 The Story of the Broken Mary Statue17:30 The Conversion Moment29:10 God Can't be Bought32:10 A Hospital for the Broken42:00 Broken Mary the Documentary49:50 Offering Everyday to God56:30 Purposely Pop Quiz: Rapid Fire59:50 Closing and Prayer✴️

Anna Zee has been with Q104 in Halifax for nearly 38 years. Her first radio foray was in 1981 at Queens University's. She transitioned through various stations including Rock 103 (Now C-103) in Moncton before landing at the legendary Q104 in Halifax, where she became a daytime fixture.Throughout her career, she's witnessed significant changes in radio, from physical record deliveries to digital platforms and social media integration. While the technology has changed, her passion for music has not. Q104 has been more than a job for Anna - it's been a family. She's experienced the station's evolution, including some subtle and slight shifts in musical format as the station's audience evolved and grew over the years. Despite opportunities elsewhere, she remained committed to Halifax, loving the city's vibrant music scene and tight-knit radio community.The Electric Lunch, continues to be a staple. Today, it's 90's music take center stage on the show.Thanks to the following organizations for supporting the show:Nlogic - TV & Radio Audience Data SolutionsMegatrax - Licensed Music for your radio station or podcast production company.Podderapp: Where podcasters can get access to their advanced data dashboard here.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chris Prior, a.k.a. The Rock Professor, hosts 3 hours of the best in rock, boogie, and blues on the planet - broadcast every Thursday right here on Podomatic at 20:00 (GMT+2), and every Friday from 18:00 to 21:00 (GMT+2) across South Africa on MC90.3 FM (Plettenberg Bay) and Knysna 97.0 FM. You can also stream worldwide via Wave Broadcasting or on the TuneIn app. 

Rather self evident from the title, in this episode featuring stutter rock classics from British Invasion bands like Beatles, Kinks, and the Who, to Bowie, plus Zeppelin, 3 American bands, and a Canadian Prairie band who stuttered their way up the North American charts to #1. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Permítannos que por una vez nos pongamos serios. Se ha recibido una notificación de la dirección del programa en la que se le reprocha al Criticón de La Cultureta Gran Reserva una falta grave de profesionalidad. En el memorando fechado a día 15 de julio en Madrid, se menciona literalmente la expresión “lamentamos comunicarle que se le ha pirado un poco el pancho en las últimas semanas”, lo que -según la compañía- ha supuesto una clara desatención de sus labores como crítico oficial del programa.  E igual es verdad. En esta última crítica ciega de la temporada, el crítico hace autocrítica, recomienda una serie de libros finales que incluyen ensayo, novela y poesía, y luego hace un barrido rápido de recomendaciones estivales indispensables: Recomienda la compra -ni siquiera la lectura- de los libros ‘Lo que el pibe le dijo a Dios', en Espasa, de Miguel Venegas; ‘Dos tardes con Joseph Roth', en Alianza Editorial, de Sergio del Molino; ‘Mad Men, Me llamo Peggy Olson', de Isabel Vázquez en Ediciones B; ‘Tenemos que hablar', de Rubén Amón en Espasa; ‘Los silencios de la libertad: cómo Europa perdió y ganó su democracia' obra maestra de Guillermo Altares en Tusquets; ‘Donde caiga la flecha', escrito a cuatro manos por Emilia Landaluce y Rosa Belmonte en Espasa y, claro, cómo no, la extraordinaria colección de relatos llamada ‘Postales de Interior', del autor Nacho Ibernón publicada impecablemente por Ediciones Oblicuas. Entretanto, es de justicia saber que JF León no para ni un segundo y puede ser leído en la revista ruta 66, ser visto en su canal de YouTube o ser escuchado en su podcast Let's Rock Radio y que, si viajan a Colombia, sepan que han de comprarse el libro de Carlos Zúmer sobre Nayro Quintana, incunable que sólo se puede adquirir allá.  Fin. Buen verano.