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Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: weather is in the news; the U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Producer Price Index (PPI) and Core PPI; the European Central Bank voted to raise their benchmark interest rate, and what that means for the Federal Reserve meeting next week; the National Association of Realtors reported the May Existing Home Sales; Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, Author of the Energy Report, explains why President Trump refrained from striking Iran over the last few weeks; oil prices reacted to Trump cancelling further planned strikes on Iran, Trump's announcement that peace talks have been brought to the highest levels of the Iranian leadership; gas prices continue to retreat; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: weather is in the news; the U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Initial Jobless Claims; the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the Producer Price Index (PPI) and Core PPI; the European Central Bank voted to raise their benchmark interest rate, and what that means for the Federal Reserve meeting next week; the National Association of Realtors reported the May Existing Home Sales; Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, Author of the Energy Report, explains why President Trump refrained from striking Iran over the last few weeks; oil prices reacted to Trump cancelling further planned strikes on Iran, Trump's announcement that peace talks have been brought to the highest levels of the Iranian leadership; gas prices continue to retreat; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Deadcast tells the dramatic story of when the Hells Angels put ex-Grateful Dead Records president Ron Rakow on trial for walking away from the Dead with $225,000 he believed the band owed him.Guests: Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Terry Haggerty, John Scher, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to Truckin' Through Time, our six-part chronological journey through the history, music, and lived experience of the Grateful Dead. In this episode, we pull straight into the absolute whirlwind of 1985 to 1989—the era where the Deadhead universe experienced its ultimate expansion.Your host, Will, tackles the late eighties with total honesty. This is the era of the great health scare, Jerry's miraculous comeback, and the massive cultural shift that occurred when the mainstream finally caught up to the scene. We are diving deep into the tension between old-school "Tour Rats" and the new wave of "Touchheads" who flooded the stadiums after MTV put the band on heavy rotation.Grab a cold one, fire up a crisp '89 soundboard, and let's talk about the years where the secret got out and the parking lot became the center of the world. Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: participation in a daily Zoom call with Israel's Defense and Security Forum discussing the conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon; the U.S. Labor Department released the Initial Jobless Claims Report; the U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 1st Quarter Nonfarm Productivity and Unit Labor Costs; the White House to adjust tariffs on certain items; European Union lawmakers are approaching a final approval of a Trade Deal with the U.S.; United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) reported whether any Iranian crude passed through the U.S. Navy's blockade; oil and gas prices react to the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, possible progress in U.S. -Iran talks, crude oil inventory reports; comments on the upcoming 82nd anniversary of D-Day on Saturday, June 6;Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical, offers his insights and a few opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: payroll processing firm, ADP released their May Private Sector Jobs report; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported April New Factory Orders; both Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) and J.D. Power reported April Used Class 8 Truck Sales; both ACT and Freight Transportation Research Associates Transportation Intelligence (FTR) released preliminary April U.S. Trailer Orders data; the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)released their May Services Purchasing Managers' Index, which covers 18 services industries; Oil Companies are scrambling to secure giant tankers to ensure capacity to transport oil; the U.S. Military is providing information and guidance on how to pass through the Strait of Hormuz; oil prices react to an increase in hostilities in the Middle East, little progress in peace talks between the U.S. and Iran and U.S. crude oil inventory data; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: payroll processing firm, ADP released their May Private Sector Jobs report; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported April New Factory Orders; both Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) and J.D. Power reported April Used Class 8 Truck Sales; both ACT and Freight Transportation Research Associates Transportation Intelligence (FTR) released preliminary April U.S. Trailer Orders data; the Institute for Supply Management (ISM)released their May Services Purchasing Managers' Index, which covers 18 services industries; Oil Companies are scrambling to secure giant tankers to ensure capacity to transport oil; the U.S. Military is providing information and guidance on how to pass through the Strait of Hormuz; oil prices react to an increase in hostilities in the Middle East, little progress in peace talks between the U.S. and Iran and U.S. crude oil inventory data; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the Bureau of Labor Statistics released their Jobs Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS); Dollar Tree reported 1st Quarter results; Costco reported 3rd Quarter results; Costco discusses how they price gas at their 747 gas stations; PepsiCo announced price adjustments on certain package sizes; oil prices continue to react to Iran reviewing the latest offer to end the war, the Strait of Hormuz traffic at a trickle, the International Energy Agency's concern over global oil inventories, unconfirmed reports of a heated conversation between President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjiman Netanyahu, Iran's denial that President Masoud Pezeshkian had resigned; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and several opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the Bureau of Labor Statistics released their Jobs Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS); Dollar Tree reported 1st Quarter results; Costco reported 3rd Quarter results; Costco discusses how they price gas at their 747 gas stations; PepsiCo announced price adjustments on certain package sizes; oil prices continue to react to Iran reviewing the latest offer to end the war, the Strait of Hormuz traffic at a trickle, the International Energy Agency's concern over global oil inventories, unconfirmed reports of a heated conversation between President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjiman Netanyahu, Iran's denial that President Masoud Pezeshkian had resigned; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and several opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: a great weekend finishing up the front walk way, front porch and deck with flowers and plants; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported April Construction spending; May's S&P Global Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data was released; the Institute for Supply Management released their PMI index; a new report on the number of large tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz; Kroger launches plan to lure customers back and better compete with their rivals; oil and gas prices react to Iran halting talks with the U.S., threats to further blocking the Strait of Hormuz, Israel's further advances into Lebanon; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Tales From The Lot and Part 4 of our 6-part series, Truckin' Through Time. Today, we are pulling into the early 1980s—covering the grit, the gear, and the massive cultural shift of 1980 to 1984.A lot of casual listeners skip over the early '80s, but for true Deadheads, this is the era where the walls of our traveling city were officially built. Your host, Will takes you inside the years where the band traded their cowboy hats for synthesizers, Brent Mydland officially became the "secret sauce," and the parking lot evolved into a highly organized, migratory society.Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: a great weekend finishing up the front walk way, front porch and deck with flowers and plants; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported April Construction spending; May's S&P Global Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) data was released; the Institute for Supply Management released their PMI index; a new report on the number of large tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz; Kroger launches plan to lure customers back and better compete with their rivals; oil and gas prices react to Iran halting talks with the U.S., threats to further blocking the Strait of Hormuz, Israel's further advances into Lebanon; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims; the U.S. Commerce Department reported the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price (PCE) Index and the Core PCE; the Commerce Department also reported the second revision of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP); oil and gas prices react to reports of a ceasefire extension between the U.S. and Iran, claims by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that they had targeted a U.S. airbase in Kuwait; changes in the U.S. oil, gas and distillate stockpiles; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights, and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department reported Weekly Jobless Claims; the U.S. Commerce Department reported the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price (PCE) Index and the Core PCE; the Commerce Department also reported the second revision of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP); oil and gas prices react to reports of a ceasefire extension between the U.S. and Iran, claims by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps that they had targeted a U.S. airbase in Kuwait; changes in the U.S. oil, gas and distillate stockpiles; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the data into historical perspective, offers his insights, and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Deadcast uncovers the secrets of Steal Your Face, the Dead's 1976 live album with a checkered reputation, dramatic backstory, & sonic experimentation by Phil Lesh & Owsley Stanley. Guests: Ron Rakow, Al Teller, John Scher, Ned Lagin, David Lemeiux See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the House of Representatives recently passed and sent on to the Senate, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), aimed at eradicating cargo theft; a foreign Country has been hacking tank readers at gas stations; El Niño is arriving, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated their assessment as to whether it will be a strong or normal cycle; NOAA also issued their predictions for the 2026 Hurricane Season which runs from June 1 through November 30; oil prices react to positive news regarding peace negotiations with Iran; Indiana surprisingly has the lowest gas prices in the Country! California Governor, who's State leads the Nation for the highest gas prices, has a war of words with an oil company; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the House of Representatives recently passed and sent on to the Senate, the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act (CORCA), aimed at eradicating cargo theft; a foreign Country has been hacking tank readers at gas stations; El Niño is arriving, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) updated their assessment as to whether it will be a strong or normal cycle; NOAA also issued their predictions for the 2026 Hurricane Season which runs from June 1 through November 30; oil prices react to positive news regarding peace negotiations with Iran; Indiana surprisingly has the lowest gas prices in the Country! California Governor, who's State leads the Nation for the highest gas prices, has a war of words with an oil company; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories:  the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 and the epic finish; a  PBS documentary, "Journey Home to the USS Arizona," the story of a USS Arizona survivor, who chose to have his ashes interred with his fellow sailor whose bodies were never recovered; the PBS 37th annual National Memorial Day Concert the stories and the performers; Tim Seibel, author of "Freedom Voyages," which document his goal of visiting all 3,700+ County Seats in the USA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dead took a break in 1975, which in Deadhead terms means everyone just got louder about them in their absence."Welcome back to Truckin' Through Time, our six-part chronological journey through the history, music, and lived experience of the Grateful Dead. In this episode, we tackle 1975 to 1979—the crucial half-decade where the "culture" officially became the "community."Your host, Will, shifts the spotlight to the asphalt. This episode is all about how the fanbase transformed into a self-sustaining nation with its own economy, postal system, and unwritten laws while navigating the band's mid-70s hiatus and triumphant return.Put on your favorite '77 soundboard, check the flip side of your tape, and let's talk about the era where the lot became a home.Connect with Tales From The Lot:Follow us on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss Part 4 (1980–1984).Got a story from the lot? Drop us a line or find us on social media.Keep your tires aired up. See you at the next show.Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories:  the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 and the epic finish; a  PBS documentary, "Journey Home to the USS Arizona," the story of a USS Arizona survivor, who chose to have his ashes interred with his fellow sailor whose bodies were never recovered; the PBS 37th annual National Memorial Day Concert the stories and the performers; Tim Seibel, author of "Freedom Voyages," which document his goal of visiting all 3,700+ County Seats in the USA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: trucking company executives optimistic about their companies' 2026 financial performance as well as the industry, they include - Schneider, Averitt Express, Daimler Truck and Knight-Swift Transportation; the U.S. Department of labor released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly announced the following new residential construction statistics for April- Building Permits, Housing Starts and Housing Completions; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. The Memorial Day weekend begins today; Kevin describes the origins, pays tribute to our fallen heroes, and reminds us to observe a moment silence at 3:00 p.m. on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: trucking company executives optimistic about their companies' 2026 financial performance as well as the industry, they include - Schneider, Averitt Express, Daimler Truck and Knight-Swift Transportation; the U.S. Department of labor released the Weekly Jobless Claims Report; the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly announced the following new residential construction statistics for April- Building Permits, Housing Starts and Housing Completions; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. The Memorial Day weekend begins today; Kevin describes the origins, pays tribute to our fallen heroes, and reminds us to observe a moment silence at 3:00 p.m. on Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the American Trucking Associations has renewed its push tp repeal the World War I era excise tax; 1st quarter financial results have been released by Knight-Swift; J.B. Hunt, FedEx and XPO; oil and gas prices react to remarks by Vice President Vance and President Trump regarding the final stages of a peace deal with Iran, some tankers exiting the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. crude and gasoline inventory levels; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective; offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the American Trucking Associations has renewed its push tp repeal the World War I era excise tax; 1st quarter financial results have been released by Knight-Swift; J.B. Hunt, FedEx and XPO; oil and gas prices react to remarks by Vice President Vance and President Trump regarding the final stages of a peace deal with Iran, some tankers exiting the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. crude and gasoline inventory levels; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective; offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: National Association of Realtors reported April Pending Home Sales; National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) was released; Home Depot reported 1st Quarter earnings and reaffirmed its full- year guidance; the Federal Reserve released manufacturing output at factories, mines and utilities; the National Association of Realtors recently released Existing Home Sales: oil prices react to President Trump pausing a planned resumption of attacks on Iran at the request of Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates and the extension of sanction waiver on Russian seaborne oil; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Truckin' Through Time, our six-part chronological journey through the history, music, and mythology of the Grateful Dead. In this episode, we are pulling up to what many heads consider sacred territory: 1970 to 1974.We look at the massive pivot where the band traded psychedelic feedback loops for acoustic guitars and timeless American myths. This is the era where the Grateful Dead stopped being just a local San Francisco trip and started inventing the road as they drove it.In this episode, we're talking:The Americana Blueprint: How the band dropped Workingman's Dead and American Beauty in the same calendar year and redefined their entire identity.The Keith & Donna Transition: Shifting to a leaner, jazzier, single-drummer lineup after Mickey's departure, and the arrival of the Godchauxs.Saying Goodbye to Pigpen: The heartbreak of losing the band's original soul, and how they found the strength to keep moving forward.Europe '72 Mythology: Why this legendary tour remains the gold standard for live improvisation.Going Independent: The chaotic birth of Grateful Dead Records and the sonic ambition behind Wake of the Flood.The Wall of Sound: The 75-ton, 600-speaker, bank-account-crushing monster of a PA system that defined 1974 before the band finally called a "hiatus."Connect with Tales From The Lot:Follow us on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss Part 3 (1975–1979).Got a story from the lot? Drop us a line or find us on social media.Stay kind, family. See you down the road.Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: weather is back in the news, Americas Commercial Transportation Research Co. (ACT) and Freight Transportation Research Associates – Transportation Intelligence (FTR) reported April Class 8 truck orders; Rachel Strauss, Founder & CEO of PBM Princess, LLC, joins the show to talk about pharmacy benefit management and how employers can save on prescription drugs; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported March Construction Spending; oil prices continue to react to Iranian attacks on their neighbors, patience with Iran's peace talk stalling wearing thin and continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Deadcast concludes its extended 2-part tribute to Bobby Weir, ranging into the evolution of his songwriting, stage persona, guitar playing, and unexpected career beyond the Grateful Dead.Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, Jeff Chimenti, Scott Metzger, Don Was, Gary Lambert, Tim Stevens, Tony Italiano, William Keats, Bretty PauleySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: due to the time difference in Beijing, President Trump and Chinese President Xi are currently meeting and pundits are discussing what might or might not be discussed; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index and Core Producer Price Index; within the Consumer Price Index discussed yesterday, electricity demand is a big factor; President Trump is floating the idea of a federal gas and diesel tax holiday, pushback is coming from unlikely sources; Oil and gas prices continue their wild ride while waiting on results from Beijing and interest rates; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: due to the time difference in Beijing, President Trump and Chinese President Xi are currently meeting and pundits are discussing what might or might not be discussed; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released the Producer Price Index and Core Producer Price Index; within the Consumer Price Index discussed yesterday, electricity demand is a big factor; President Trump is floating the idea of a federal gas and diesel tax holiday, pushback is coming from unlikely sources; Oil and gas prices continue their wild ride while waiting on results from Beijing and interest rates; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey Dude, I took my dad back up to Yosemite after far too long an absence. It was amazing trip filled with check engine lights and giant sparks of joy.  QUOTE: "I flew up that freakin' thing!" CAST: Blayney, Jay Leno, Tom Bopp CAMEO: Ming Ming LOCATIONS: Yosemite, Oakhurst, Mariposa, Big Bear, Inland Empire, Central Valley, Yosemite Valley, Rusty's Pistons, Raley's, Chocolate Soup, Marisposa Arts, Mariposa Creek, Yosemite National Park, Wawona, Pioneer Village, South Fork of the Merced River, Curry Village, Ahwahnee Hotel, Half Dome, Tunnel View, Lower Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Bakersfield, Grapevine, Santa Clarita, Los Angeles PROPS: Ford Ranger, Highway 99, Model T, Napa Auto, gully, NSFW SOUNDS: wind  Laguna Sawdust Cowbell Chimes  (more cowbell), birds  PHOTO: "Blayney Half Dome" shot with my iPhone XS RECORDED: May 12, 2026  in "The Cafe" under the flight path of the Hollywood Burbank Airport in Burbank, California GEAR: Zoom H1 XLR with Sennheiser MD 46 microphone. TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 23:57 FILE SIZE: ~ 23 MB GENRES: storytelling, personal storytelling, personal journal, journal, personal narrative, audio, audio blog, confessional  HYPE: "It's a beatnik kinda literary thing in a podcast cloak of darkness." Timothy Kimo Brien (cohost on Podwrecked and host of Create Art Podcast) DISCLAIMER/WARNING: Proudly presented rough, raw and ragged. Seasoned with salty language and ideas. Not for most people's taste. Please be advised.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: President Trump departs on his high stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jingping in Beijing; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the April Consumer Price Index, Core Consumer Price Index and the inflation breakdown by category; oil prices continue to react to the war with Iran and concerns over prolonged supply disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz; Kevin has the details, sifts through the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Truckin' Through Time (Part 1): The Primal Years (1965–1969)"The Warlocks, soon to be the Grateful Dead, were mostly just trying to make sure the floor didn't swallow them whole."Welcome to the series premiere of Truckin' Through Time, a special six-part deep dive into the 30-year odyssey of the Grateful Dead. In this kickoff episode, we're heading back to where the sidewalk ends and the trip begins: 1965 to 1969.This isn't a dry history lecture—it's a storyteller's look at how a rag-tag group of bluegrass nerds and blues junkies accidentally invented a counterculture.In this episode, we're talking:The Mother McCree Roots: From kazoos and washboards to plugging in as The Warlocks.The Acid Test DNA: How Ken Kesey's neon-drenched chaos taught the band to "play the room" instead of just playing songs.710 Ashbury & The Haight: Living the communal dream (and the reality of the Summer of Love).The Sonic Leap: The transition from garage-rock blues to the heavy, improvisational weight of Anthem of the Sun and Live/Dead.The Birth of the Lot: How the very first traveling fans began to form a community before "Deadhead" was even a word.Whether you're a seasoned veteran with a closet full of Maxell tapes or a newcomer wondering why your uncle still wears tie-dye in his 60s, this episode lays the foundation for the long, strange trip to come.Connect with Tales From The Lot:Follow us on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss Part 2 (1970–1974).Got a story from the lot? Drop us a line or find us on social media.Send Me A MessageThis episode is sponsored by ShakedownTshirts.com with unique lot-style T-shirts and gifts for Grateful Dead, Phish, Zappa, Panic, and more. All US orders over $35 Ship Free. Use code "Lot20" for 20% off any order. Tales From The Lotwill@talesfromthelot.orgFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/talesfromthelotYouTube -https://www.youtube.com/@talesfromthelotSupport the show

We talk about larger events accepting Mini Trucks into their shows.

Keep on Truckin' "Month" keeps on truckin' with "Solitary Man", a story about a man who just wants a mother for his daughter and is willing to abduct and kill to do it. This is an uncharacteristically short episode, please forgive us, but there really isn't that much to say about a guy who reframes his serial murder as fairy tales for his daughter. 

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; AI prepared stories are sometimes not as accurate as they should be; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released non-farm business sector productivity; the S&P Global U.S. Services Purchasing Managers' Index was released, previously in the week; Iran seems to have responded to the latest peace proposal, issuing new rules for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz; oil prices had a wild rollercoaster ride reacting to events of the war with Iran; the data from the coupon platform RetailMeNot reported preliminary Mother's Day spending; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical perspective. offers his insights and a few opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; AI prepared stories are sometimes not as accurate as they should be; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released non-farm business sector productivity; the S&P Global U.S. Services Purchasing Managers' Index was released, previously in the week; Iran seems to have responded to the latest peace proposal, issuing new rules for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz; oil prices had a wild rollercoaster ride reacting to events of the war with Iran; the data from the coupon platform RetailMeNot reported preliminary Mother's Day spending; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical perspective. offers his insights and a few opinions.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: the U.S. Labor Department released the Weekly Initial Jobless Claims Report; AI prepared stories are sometimes not as accurate as they should be; the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released non-farm business sector productivity; the S&P Global U.S. Services Purchasing Managers' Index was released, previously in the week; Iran seems to have responded to the latest peace proposal, issuing new rules for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz; oil prices had a wild rollercoaster ride reacting to events of the war with Iran; the data from the coupon platform RetailMeNot reported preliminary Mother's Day spending; Kevin has the details, digs into data, puts the information into historical perspective. offers his insights and a few opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hop aboard the magical Culture Train for a brand new adventure, then switch tracks and climb into a real-life 18-wheeler as we hit the highway with our new friend, Mr. Avie

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: Project Freedom has been put on hold to give Iran some time to review the latest offer from the U.S.; Rebecca Brewster, President and CEO of American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), joins the show to talk about changes coming to ATRI and the extension of time to complete/participate in the 2026 Operational Costs Data Collection process; oil and gas prices continue to react to every headline coming from the war  with Iran; ADP reported their April Private Sector Job Creation Report; Kevin has the details, digs into the data. puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: Project Freedom has been put on hold to give Iran some time to review the latest offer from the U.S.; Rebecca Brewster, President and CEO of American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), joins the show to talk about changes coming to ATRI and the extension of time to complete/participate in the 2026 Operational Costs Data Collection process; oil and gas prices continue to react to every headline coming from the war  with Iran; ADP reported their April Private Sector Job Creation Report; Kevin has the details, digs into the data. puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released their Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary (JOLTS), how the media reported the numbers, is interesting; Phil Flynn, Senior Market Analyst, PRICE Futures Group and author of The Energy Report, joins the show to discuss the war in Iran, oil and gas prices and expectations for those prices going forward; the Commerce Department's Census Bureau released February and March New Home Sales; Kevin has the details, digs into the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: a recap of he and his wife's annual trip to the local casino to watch and place a wager on the 152nd Kentucky Derby; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported March U.S. Factory Orders; on Friday, the S&P Global U.S. Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for April was reported; also, on Friday the Institute for Supply Management released their April Manufacturing Purchasing Manager's Index (PMI); oil and gas prices reacted to Iran's stepped-up attacks on the United Arab Emirates and ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the most serious escalation since the early April ceasefire; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and offers a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: on Wednesday, after the Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee, Chairman Jerome Powell announced their interest rate decision and indicated his plans once his term as Chaiman ends on May 15, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent offered his thoughts on Powell's decision; the U.S. Labor Department reported the Weekly Jobless Claims report; the U.S. Commerce Department reported the Personal Consumption Expenditures Index, Core Personal Consumption Expenditures Index; Personal Spending, Personal Income and Gross Domestic Product; oil and gas prices continue to be affected by the events in the Strait of Hormuz, the Blockade of Iran's ports, the United Arab Emirates decision to exit the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC); Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Grateful Deadcast returns for its 13th season, beginning with a 2-part tribute to the great Bobby Weir, mixing interviews with archival audio to tell the story of how a teenage Atherton folkie found his singular jazz-informed musical voice (dropping a few water balloons en route).Guests: Bobby Weir, David Lemieux, David Nelson, Gary Lambert, Rhoney Stanley, Graeme BooneSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: observations on the visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to Washington, D.C., the King's address to a joint session of Congress and the elegant State Dinner; the U.S. Commerce Department reported the March Durable Goods Orders; the U.S. Commerce Department's Census Bureau reported March Single- Family Housing Starts, the delayed, due to the Schumer Shutdown, February Housing Starts, March and February Building Permits; oil and gas prices continue to rise due to the events in the Strait of Hormuz, the blockade of Iran and a member of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) leaving the group; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin covers and discusses the following stories: recently, the University of Michigan released their final consumer sentiment reading for April; The Conference Board released their Consumer Confidence Index; the American Trucking Associations released their March For-Hire Truck Tonnage Index; the Cass Freight Index and the Logistics Managers' Index were also released; PepsiCo's report their 1st Quarter results; Kevin has the details, digs into the data, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and a few opinions along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin discusses and covers the following stories: on Saturday the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner was to take place, instead, yet another assassination attempt on President Trump; Monte Wiederhold, Independent Owner Operator and General Vice President/Board Member of Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), joins the show to discuss what he is experiencing regarding optimism or pessimism among drivers and the latest from OOIDA, the benefits of membership and the issues they are working on at the State and Federal levels; Monday's daily BRIEFING - WAR IN ISRAEL from Israel's Defense and Security Forum, Brigadier General (res.) Amir Avivi ; oil and gas continues to react to the events in the Strait of Hormuz and the lack of progress in the peace talks with Iran; Kevin has the details, puts the information into historical perspective, offers his insights and opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday night in Chi-town brings us a second set that opens with the soon‑to‑be‑released "Touch of Grey," delivered in a tight, confident reading. A funky "Man Smart (Woman Smarter)" follows, with Jerry and Brent locking into some lively interplay that keeps the energy high. "Terrapin Station" then unfolds and the band shows their trademark virtuosity, taking us on a vibrant, narrative‑driven ride. From there they drop into a deep, heavy Drums and Space segment—one of the real highlights of the set—before slamming into a powerful "Truckin'." That sets up the ballad slot, and Jerry turns in an outstanding "Wharf Rat," rich with emotion and dynamic nuance. Bobby then leads the band into "Throwing Stones," complete with some fiery Garcia solos, and "Not Fade Away" closes the set in classic call‑and‑response fashion. The crowd, clearly feeling that extra X‑factor in this post‑drums stretch, keeps the "NFA" chant going until the band returns for a heartfelt and moving "Black Muddy River" encore   Grateful Dead UIC Pavilion - University of Illinois Chicago, IL 4/11/1987 - Saturday Two      Touch Of Grey [6:00] > Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [7:39] > Terrapin Station [11:29] > Drums [7:47] > Space [6:48#] > Truckin' [7:14] > Wharf Rat [8:40] > Throwing Stones [8:48] > Not Fade Away [6:18] Encore      Not Fade Away [ 0:52] > Black Muddy River [6:16]   You can listen to this week's Deadpod here:  https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod042426.mp3    "hold onto the memories, they will hold onto you"   

Ep. 411 - Title Sponsor: Scrapin the Coast Our Lifestyle Podcast YouTube Channel  ODB interviews Kevin Nicholas' to chat about his lifelong commitment to the mini truckin' lifestyle / culture  RIP Mark “Papa Smurf” Ballard! We miss you Dad.  Stay On Da Rise!