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The Huey AlertThe Christian AI That’s Shaking Silicon Valley — And Helping Christians and the ChurchCan AI help spread the Gospel? In this eye-opening Huey Alert episode, Craig and Shelly Huey interview Christian Stephen, founder of Testament — a revolutionary Christian artificial intelligence platform designed to empower believers, strengthen churches, and preserve biblical truth.
Discover how Testament is protecting faith in a digital world — and why it’s capturing attention from pastors, technologists, and investors alike.
You’ll learn:
• How AI can serve faith instead of corrupting it
• Why biblical accuracy matters in a digital age
• The secret project connecting users to local churches
• How you can become part of this new movement...
2025-11-0624 minThe Huey AlertThe Christian AI That’s Shaking Silicon Valley — And Helping Christians and the ChurchCan AI help spread the Gospel? In this eye-opening Huey Alert episode, Craig and Shelly Huey interview Christian Stephen, founder of Testament — a revolutionary Christian artificial intelligence platform designed to empower believers, strengthen churches, and preserve biblical truth.
Discover how Testament is protecting faith in a digital world — and why it’s capturing attention from pastors, technologists, and investors alike.
You’ll learn:
• How AI can serve faith instead of corrupting it
• Why biblical accuracy matters in a digital age
• The secret project connecting users to local churches
• How you can become part of this new movement...
2025-11-0624 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 50: Interview with Chris SuttonChris Sutton has appeared on this podcast before, and likewise Monte Mallin's YouTube channel Sparks: Entertainment and Art. This time, Chris and Christian go mano a mano in an interview about his (Chris') latest book On Track... Sparks 1969-1979
We chat about what it's like being a rock music journalist, and just how he managed to track down so many Sparks luminaries for his project. Also, if you happen to be in the neighborhood of Smethwick, just a bit west of Birmingham, stop by the Smethwick Heritage Center and say hello to the museum's Manager-cum-Editor of the...
2025-08-231h 45The Huey AlertRic Grenell's Shocking Anti-Christian Conservative Move. What’s Happening Behind Trump’s BackWith Guest William J. Federer Something shocking just happened. Ric Grenell—former U.S. Ambassador and a name being floated for California governor—just fired a loyal conservative voice who’s been fighting for Trump, Reagan, and Christian values for over 40 years. He’s someone I’ve known for over 20 years and who has been a speaker with me at conferences. The reason? His biblical view on marriage. This isn’t just an attack on one man. It’s a threat for every conservative and Christian. In this eye-opening free Huey Alert podcast, you’ll discover: • Why Ric Grenell—once a trusted Trump ins...
2025-08-0621 minThe Huey AlertRic Grenell's Shocking Anti-Christian Conservative Move. What’s Happening Behind Trump’s BackWith Guest William J. Federer Something shocking just happened. Ric Grenell—former U.S. Ambassador and a name being floated for California governor—just fired a loyal conservative voice who’s been fighting for Trump, Reagan, and Christian values for over 40 years. He’s someone I’ve known for over 20 years and who has been a speaker with me at conferences. The reason? His biblical view on marriage. This isn’t just an attack on one man. It’s a threat for every conservative and Christian. In this eye-opening free Huey Alert podcast, you’ll discover: • Why Ric Grenell—once a trusted Trump ins...
2025-08-0621 minThe Huey AlertHope not Hate in TragedyBrokenhearted. Shocked. Devastated. That’s how millions of Americans feel after the unimaginable flash flood that hit Texas… It's horror impacted hundreds, but the nations attention was especially focused on one camp… a Christian camp. It was a Christian children’s camp—where kids were worshiping, playing, and learning God’s Word. And it was swallowed by a wall of water that rose 26 feet in under an hour. Some of the children were only 7 years old. Parents expected to pick up smiling, transformed kids after camp. Instead… they’re facing unbearable loss. The nation asked why? How could this happen? Where wa...
2025-07-1230 minThe Huey AlertHope not Hate in TragedyBrokenhearted. Shocked. Devastated. That’s how millions of Americans feel after the unimaginable flash flood that hit Texas… It's horror impacted hundreds, but the nations attention was especially focused on one camp… a Christian camp. It was a Christian children’s camp—where kids were worshiping, playing, and learning God’s Word. And it was swallowed by a wall of water that rose 26 feet in under an hour. Some of the children were only 7 years old. Parents expected to pick up smiling, transformed kids after camp. Instead… they’re facing unbearable loss. The nation asked why? How could this happen? Where wa...
2025-07-1230 minThe Huey AlertHidden Agenda Exposed: The Radical Secret Election Plan5 million strong. Backed by AI and high tech. Fueled by anger. The “No Kings” protest was a super success – but few understand why. And conservative media and Republican leadership… Ignored it. Mocked it. Laughed at it. But they missed the danger – the hidden agenda. Shelly and I break it all down for you in this new free, easy to listen to or watch Huey Alert podcast — and what we reveal will stun you. Across America over 5 million protested on “No Kings” day against Trump. But this wasn’t just a one-day protest. Nationwide, the rally was dismissed by conservative media and talking...
2025-07-0820 minThe Huey AlertExposed: Deceptive. Orchestrated. Hidden.It’s orchestrated. It’s hidden. The protests you’re seeing across America… They’re not spontaneous. The biased media, social media and politicians are silent about it. You see, the “No King” protests you’re seeing across America are not what they want you to think. They’re not spontaneous… as the media wants you to believe, They’re not a waste of time… as the Conservatives and Republicans wrongly think. In this week’s Huey Alert Podcast, Shelly and I reveal the shocking truth behind the riots—how they’re being organized, funded… and used as a weapon of political power. A wea...
2025-06-2527 minThe Huey AlertExposed: Deceptive. Orchestrated. Hidden.It’s orchestrated. It’s hidden. The protests you’re seeing across America… They’re not spontaneous. The biased media, social media and politicians are silent about it. You see, the “No King” protests you’re seeing across America are not what they want you to think. They’re not spontaneous… as the media wants you to believe, They’re not a waste of time… as the Conservatives and Republicans wrongly think. In this week’s Huey Alert Podcast, Shelly and I reveal the shocking truth behind the riots—how they’re being organized, funded… and used as a weapon of political power. A wea...
2025-06-2527 minThe Huey AlertNoah’s Ark, Communism, and Dollywood? You’ve never heard travel like this…Most travel guides will give you sightseeing. This podcast gives you ….. family, friendly, political and….spiritual insight. Shelly and I just recorded one of the most fun, impactful, and surprising Huey Alert podcast episodes yet… It’s all about 6 powerful places every Christian, conservative, and freedom- loving American should visit—places that will inspire your faith, fire up your family, and renew your patriotic soul. Some are beautiful. Others are sobering. But every one of them is unforgettable. And this episode is for you—even if you’ve never listened to a podcast before. Why? Here’s a quick tease of what’s...
2025-06-0625 minThe Huey AlertNoah’s Ark, Communism, and Dollywood? You’ve never heard travel like this…Most travel guides will give you sightseeing. This podcast gives you ….. family, friendly, political and….spiritual insight. Shelly and I just recorded one of the most fun, impactful, and surprising Huey Alert podcast episodes yet… It’s all about 6 powerful places every Christian, conservative, and freedom- loving American should visit—places that will inspire your faith, fire up your family, and renew your patriotic soul. Some are beautiful. Others are sobering. But every one of them is unforgettable. And this episode is for you—even if you’ve never listened to a podcast before. Why? Here’s a quick tease of what’s...
2025-06-0625 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 49: Bad Manners (aka Growing Pains) soundtrack (1984)Tally ho! We're going deep into the vaults today for this one, with an in-depth look at the never-officially-released soundtrack to the obscure 1984 teen gross-out film Bad Manners... Or is that Growing Pains? It seems Sparks didn't even know, so they recorded two theme songs, using both titles! After we flap our yaps about both the movie and the soundtrack, we take a little bit of time to explore the unusually high number of soundtrack-only songs Ron and Russ recorded in 1983-1984.
The great Monte Mallin returns, and I'm happy to introduce Mr. Chris Sutton to the...
2025-06-061h 52The Huey AlertBigotry Against Christians… Ignored by the Media – What You Should KnowIt started as a peaceful Christian outreach.
Free food. Free haircuts. Worship in the park.
But it ended in chaos, violence, and 28 arrests.
In our latest Huey Alert Podcast, Shelly and I pull back the curtain on a shocking event in Seattle — and what it means for Christians across America.
Here’s what happened:
- A Christian group planned a simple day of hope: music, evangelism,
ministry, and love for the community.
- Radical activists—LGBTQ agitators, socialists, and abortion extremists—stormed the event.
- They performed lewd sexual acts in front of...
2025-06-0316 minThe Huey AlertBigotry Against Christians… Ignored by the Media – What You Should KnowIt started as a peaceful Christian outreach.
Free food. Free haircuts. Worship in the park.
But it ended in chaos, violence, and 28 arrests.
In our latest Huey Alert Podcast, Shelly and I pull back the curtain on a shocking event in Seattle — and what it means for Christians across America.
Here’s what happened:
- A Christian group planned a simple day of hope: music, evangelism,
ministry, and love for the community.
- Radical activists—LGBTQ agitators, socialists, and abortion extremists—stormed the event.
- They performed lewd sexual acts in front of...
2025-06-0316 minThe Huey AlertChristian Media Explosion – What You’re Not Hearing on the NewsYou’re not being told the truth.
About Christian voters.
About conservative victories.
About what’s really shaping the next election.
But this new podcast episode rips the lid off a shocking trend that the
mainstream media is ignoring — and it’s something every conservative,
libertarian, and Christian needs to hear.
Here’s the stunning truth:
- Why 61% of all U.S. adults now consume Christian media
- How digital outreach using voices like Greg Laurie and Dave Ramsey
reached tens of millions impacting the 2024 election
- The shocking s...
2025-05-1525 minThe Huey AlertChristian Media Explosion – What You’re Not Hearing on the NewsYou’re not being told the truth.
About Christian voters.
About conservative victories.
About what’s really shaping the next election.
But this new podcast episode rips the lid off a shocking trend that the
mainstream media is ignoring — and it’s something every conservative,
libertarian, and Christian needs to hear.
Here’s the stunning truth:
- Why 61% of all U.S. adults now consume Christian media
- How digital outreach using voices like Greg Laurie and Dave Ramsey
reached tens of millions impacting the 2024 election
- The shocking s...
2025-05-1525 minThe Huey AlertThe Surprising #1 Election Game Changer: What the Media, Politicians And MostPastors Won’t Tell YouThere’s something powerful happening behind the scenes. And in this latest episode of the Huey Alert podcast, Craig and Shelly expose the surprising surge that’s changing everything in politics… and the church. Even if you’ve never listened to a podcast before — you’ll want to hear this. It’s simple to watch or listen — and absolutely eye-opening. Here’s a taste of what you’ll discover: - The campaign you never heard about — and why it worked - Why a historic 86% of evangelical Christians turned out to vote — and what drove it - How pastors, business leaders, and influencers...
2025-05-1325 minThe Huey AlertThe Surprising #1 Election Game Changer: What the Media, Politicians And MostPastors Won’t Tell YouThere’s something powerful happening behind the scenes. And in this latest episode of the Huey Alert podcast, Craig and Shelly expose the surprising surge that’s changing everything in politics… and the church. Even if you’ve never listened to a podcast before — you’ll want to hear this. It’s simple to watch or listen — and absolutely eye-opening. Here’s a taste of what you’ll discover: - The campaign you never heard about — and why it worked - Why a historic 86% of evangelical Christians turned out to vote — and what drove it - How pastors, business leaders, and influencers...
2025-05-1325 minThe Huey AlertDark, Ominous Danger of China – And How It Impacts YOUMost Americans have no idea what’s really happening in China. And the media – both here and there – want to keep it that way. But here’s the truth: America is in danger. Your freedom is in danger. People of faith are in danger. That’s why Shelly and I just recorded one of the most urgent episodes of The Huey Alert podcast yet. We expose what the media won’t tell you. The real story behind China’s growing threat—and what it means for your future. If you’ve never tuned into a podcast before, don’t worry. This is as si...
2025-04-2833 minThe Huey AlertDark, Ominous Danger of China – And How It Impacts YOUMost Americans have no idea what’s really happening in China. And the media – both here and there – want to keep it that way. But here’s the truth: America is in danger. Your freedom is in danger. People of faith are in danger. That’s why Shelly and I just recorded one of the most urgent episodes of The Huey Alert podcast yet. We expose what the media won’t tell you. The real story behind China’s growing threat—and what it means for your future. If you’ve never tuned into a podcast before, don’t worry. This is as si...
2025-04-2833 minThe Huey AlertA Christian school was targeted and they don’t want you to know whyThis podcast may be one of the most important ones we’ve done. I take on something almost no one is willing to talk about… The massacre at the Covenant Christian School in Nashville – a Christian hate-crime. It was one year ago. Three adults and three 9-year-old young children were murdered. Because it was a Christian school. Because it was a hate crime against Christians. But the media buried it. The politicians buried it. And the FBI refused to release the shooter’s manifesto—until now. In this episode, we go deep with author and radio personality Michael Patrick Leahy. And...
2025-04-2027 minThe Huey AlertA Christian school was targeted and they don’t want you to know whyThis podcast may be one of the most important ones we’ve done. I take on something almost no one is willing to talk about… The massacre at the Covenant Christian School in Nashville – a Christian hate-crime. It was one year ago. Three adults and three 9-year-old young children were murdered. Because it was a Christian school. Because it was a hate crime against Christians. But the media buried it. The politicians buried it. And the FBI refused to release the shooter’s manifesto—until now. In this episode, we go deep with author and radio personality Michael Patrick Leahy. And...
2025-04-2027 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 48: Hillyboymania part 2 of 2Howdy, Sparks fans! As promised, here's another episode all about New Haven's finest, the inimitable Hilly Michaels! Monte Mallin and I wax poetic for a bit about just what made Hilly's powerhouse work on the skins so special on 1976's Big Beat. After that, I clock out, and pass the baton over to Monte for his one-on-one interview with Hilly, recorded a few weeks before our three-way convo with the rhythm savant, which was featured on the previous episode.
Don't sleep on Hilly's non-Sparks work, in particular his solo career! Aside from that early MTV staple "Calling...
2025-03-211h 36
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 47: Hillyboymania part oneHilly Boy is back! Monte Mallin and I have a nice, in-depth chat with one of Sparks' most celebrated drummers, Hilly Michaels! We cover lots of ground that was left unexplored from the last time we talked, back in 2021. For thousands - if not tens of thousands - of folks of their generation, Hilly's smash hit "Calling All Girls" was the very first video they saw on the fledgling MTV! Hearing Hilly talk about his career is like reading a SparkNotes (see what I did there?) version of The Entire History of Rock n Roll from 1969 to today. Some...
2025-03-041h 28The Huey AlertFighting for Christian rights against those opposing the first amendment with attorney Robert TylerRobert Tyler of Advocates For Freedom is a civil rights attorney fighting against discrimination of Christians and those being persecuted for their beliefs. He is an advocate of protecting first amendment rights. He reveals interesting cases, including pastor McClure of Calvary Chapel of San Jose with Craig and Shelly Huey
2025-02-0940 minThe Huey AlertFighting for Christian rights against those opposing the first amendment with attorney Robert TylerRobert Tyler of Advocates For Freedom is a civil rights attorney fighting against discrimination of Christians and those being persecuted for their beliefs. He is an advocate of protecting first amendment rights. He reveals interesting cases, including pastor McClure of Calvary Chapel of San Jose with Craig and Shelly Huey
2025-02-0940 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 46: Sparks In Outer Space (1983) pt. 3 of 3This one has been in the vault for a while now! Monte and I mix things up by occupying the same geocoordinates as each other for this episode. It's Sparks In Outer Space! Side B. Or 2, if that's your jam. This one was a ton of fun, y'all! We've got another one I'm sticking in the podcast oven to warm up, so that I can serve it up hot and fresh, reeeeeal soon now. Next stop: Pulling Rabits Out of a Hat!... Or... is it?
You can still reach me, most of the time, at podcastsparks@gmail.com
2025-02-091h 32The Huey AlertExposing Radical Islam’s #1 Mid-East Target & The Targeting of World’s Oldest Christian PopulationIn this episode, Craig and Shelly talk with pastor Steve Berger, founder of Ambassador Services International.
One of ASI’s programs is to save “targeted” Christians.
Right now, Syria is a hotspot with significant worldwide impact, and Steve says what is really happening in Syria is more dangerous than what is being told in the biased media.
You will learn:
How the geopolitics of the region are extremely important in world affairs
Why neighboring nations are posturing for positions in the new restructuring of the Syrian nation
What dangers Turkey and their leader...
2025-01-1937 minThe Huey AlertExposing Radical Islam’s #1 Mid-East Target & The Targeting of World’s Oldest Christian PopulationIn this episode, Craig and Shelly talk with pastor Steve Berger, founder of Ambassador Services International.
One of ASI’s programs is to save “targeted” Christians.
Right now, Syria is a hotspot with significant worldwide impact, and Steve says what is really happening in Syria is more dangerous than what is being told in the biased media.
You will learn:
How the geopolitics of the region are extremely important in world affairs
Why neighboring nations are posturing for positions in the new restructuring of the Syrian nation
What dangers Turkey and their leader...
2025-01-1937 min
Hunters Advantage Podcast266. Twenty Nine Species, 1 Bow: The North American Super Slam w/ Landon HueyIn today's episode, Christian Babcock sits down with Landon Huey to discuss adventure bowhunting across the United States. Please subscribe if you enjoyed the episode.
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2025-01-172h 18The Huey AlertLow Enthusiasm Among Christian Voters - How & Why We Must Change This with Tony Perkins & Craig HueyIn this episode, Craig talks with Family Research Council founder Tony Perkins about how Christians must engage in the political process by voting and how Christians:
• Can influence the culture by being more involved
• Can best select which political candidates are most closely aligned with our Christian beliefs and way of life in America
• Why some Christians still haven’t totally connected the dots between bad policy and harm to our families
Tony says to not be involved in the process of selecting political leaders is to be involved, because when Christia...
2024-10-2413 minThe Huey AlertLow Enthusiasm Among Christian Voters - How & Why We Must Change This with Tony Perkins & Craig HueyIn this episode, Craig talks with Family Research Council founder Tony Perkins about how Christians must engage in the political process by voting and how Christians:
• Can influence the culture by being more involved
• Can best select which political candidates are most closely aligned with our Christian beliefs and way of life in America
• Why some Christians still haven’t totally connected the dots between bad policy and harm to our families
Tony says to not be involved in the process of selecting political leaders is to be involved, because when Christia...
2024-10-2413 min
The Huey AlertEpic FEMA Failure – Why This Election is Close, and More – with Todd Starnes & Craig HueyIn this episode, Craig talks with award winning journalist and radio commentator Todd Starnes about FEMA and more, including:
• How eyewitnesses in recent disaster areas still haven’t seen or heard from FEMA
• How equity and inclusion are more prominent on FEMA’s website than how to get disaster relief
• How government regulations are hindering private citizens from helping their neighbors recover from floods and storm related disaster
Todd says dozens of witnesses tell of how they still haven’t gotten assistance from the federal government, and some are even being threatened w...
2024-10-2219 minThe Huey AlertEpic FEMA Failure – Why This Election is Close, and More – with Todd Starnes & Craig HueyIn this episode, Craig talks with award winning journalist and radio commentator Todd Starnes about FEMA and more, including:
• How eyewitnesses in recent disaster areas still haven’t seen or heard from FEMA
• How equity and inclusion are more prominent on FEMA’s website than how to get disaster relief
• How government regulations are hindering private citizens from helping their neighbors recover from floods and storm related disaster
Todd says dozens of witnesses tell of how they still haven’t gotten assistance from the federal government, and some are even being threatened w...
2024-10-2219 minThe Huey AlertDeception: How the Radical Left is Suppressing the Christian VoteCraig & Shelly Huey expose the #1 under-the-radar deception to suppress the Evangelical vote – and it’s working.
The 2020 Presidential election was decided by 6 swing states and by a very small number, such as Biden winning Arizona by just 10,000 votes. Evangelicals can ensure this doesn't happen again in 2024.
You'll discover:
• How Evangelicals for Harris are spending $30 million targeting only Christians in swing states
• How many Christians in your church are not registered
• How many who are registered to vote didn’t in 2020
• How 6.9 million Evangelicals didn’t vote in 2020 in the 6 key swing s...
2024-09-1430 minThe Huey AlertDeception: How the Radical Left is Suppressing the Christian VoteCraig & Shelly Huey expose the #1 under-the-radar deception to suppress the Evangelical vote – and it’s working.
The 2020 Presidential election was decided by 6 swing states and by a very small number, such as Biden winning Arizona by just 10,000 votes. Evangelicals can ensure this doesn't happen again in 2024.
You'll discover:
• How Evangelicals for Harris are spending $30 million targeting only Christians in swing states
• How many Christians in your church are not registered
• How many who are registered to vote didn’t in 2020
• How 6.9 million Evangelicals didn’t vote in 2020 in the 6 key swing s...
2024-09-1430 minThe Huey AlertDeception: How the Radical Left is Suppressing the Christian VoteCraig & Shelly Huey issue an important appeal to Christians to help expose massive deception by the radical left in their attempt to suppress the evangelical vote.
The 2020 Presidential election was decided by a few swing states and by very small margins. Evangelicals can insure this doesn't happen again in 2024.
This is an important message and we are urging you to share it with other Christians you know. The Christian vote is powerful and can determine the outcome of the coming election.
Let me know what you think. Email me at craig@craighuey.com.
2024-09-1430 minThe Huey AlertDeception: How the Radical Left is Suppressing the Christian VoteCraig & Shelly Huey issue an important appeal to Christians to help expose massive deception by the radical left in their attempt to suppress the evangelical vote.
The 2020 Presidential election was decided by a few swing states and by very small margins. Evangelicals can insure this doesn't happen again in 2024.
This is an important message and we are urging you to share it with other Christians you know. The Christian vote is powerful and can determine the outcome of the coming election.
Let me know what you think. Email me at craig@craighuey.com.
2024-09-1430 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 45: Sparks In Outer Space part 2 (1983)Part 2 of our 3-parter on Sparks' 1983 LP In Outer Space! We get through the rest of side A! Plus, a brief history of the Linn Drum! Lucky me, lucky you!
Monte's Sparks-themed YouTube channel at: Monte Mallin - YouTube
And Paul Barrett's MetaSparks at: MetaSparks - YouTube
Drop me a line at podcastsparks@gmail.com
2024-08-2259 minThe Huey AlertInsider Secrets: Christian DeHamer Reveals Profitable Investment OpportunitiesChristian DeHamer of The Outsider Club is on The Huey Alert Podcast with Craig this week. In this episode, Craig interviews Christian, who shares his unique insights on how the average person can find profitable investment opportunities based on geopolitical trends and insider information. Learn to identify hidden market opportunities and grow your portfolio, even in uncertain times.
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2024-07-0814 minThe Huey AlertInsider Secrets: Christian DeHamer Reveals Profitable Investment OpportunitiesChristian DeHamer of The Outsider Club is on The Huey Alert Podcast with Craig this week. In this episode, Craig interviews Christian, who shares his unique insights on how the average person can find profitable investment opportunities based on geopolitical trends and insider information. Learn to identify hidden market opportunities and grow your portfolio, even in uncertain times.
SPONSOR: Prairie Oil & Gas
Get the free special report, Election Megatrend Survival Kit, mentioned in the podcast here:
https://megatrendalert.com
Like what you hear? Subscribe to our YouTube or Rumble Here:
2024-07-0814 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 44: Sparks In Outer Space (1983) part oneMonte Mallin and I take the wayback machine to 1983, when Sparks were kings of the mountain - the Magic Mountain. In Outer Space was Sparks' 12th LP, and was released when the group was white-hot, at least in Los Angeles! This episode focuses mostly on the smash single "Cool Places," a duet with Go-Go Jane Wiedlin. So, sit back and let the soothing strains of the Linn Drum lull you to a state of bliss. This is "All You Ever Think About Is Sparks!"
Monte's Sparks-themed YouTube channel at: Monte Mallin - YouTube
And Paul B...
2024-07-021h 27The Huey AlertShana Burt - Defunding Darkness: A Christian Approach to InvestingFinancial Advisor Shana Burt discusses the importance of aligning investments with biblical values, emphasizing the need to defund darkness through ethical investing with Craig and Shelly Huey.
2024-07-0114 minThe Huey AlertShana Burt - Defunding Darkness: A Christian Approach to InvestingFinancial Advisor Shana Burt discusses the importance of aligning investments with biblical values, emphasizing the need to defund darkness through ethical investing with Craig and Shelly Huey.
2024-07-0114 min
KCMI's The Coffee Break04.22.24 - Craig HueyOn today's episode of the Coffee Break, Russ spoke with Craig about his new book, The Great Deception. The Coffee Break is the daily Christian talk and local events program on Hope Radio KCMI 97.1FM serving the Scottsbluff, NE area. Tune in for interviews with authors, musicians, pastors, and others in the Christian community and our local area! Visit our website: www.kcmifm.com Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kcmifm
2024-04-2246 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 43: Record Store Day 2024Record Store Day 2024 special! Monte Mallin is onboard with me again, and joining us is Sparks megafan - and sometimes DJ - Ad Rebirth. Ad joins us from Leeds, UK and arrives armed with thoughtful insights into the two Sparks vinyl re-releases for RSD '24: Number One in Heaven and Noël: Is There More to Life Than Dancing?, both originally released in 1979.
Lots of great Sparks-related fan material to cross-promote on this momentous day! Monte's Sparks: Entertainment and Art, Paul Barrett's MetaSparks, and Larry Graves' Canadian Studmuffin channel all have RSD-themed episodes out this week (Monte a...
2024-04-212h 05
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 42: Telex - Sex (1981-1982) part twoJohn Ashdown and I put a bow on the Telex album Sex. Well, sort of. Most of the world got the single disc version that was released in 1981, but the UK had a double album bestowed upon them when the record finally reached that country in 1982. We just didn't possess the ambition to tackle nearly 20 songs, but we did pay lip service two a couple of choice tracks from the expanded British version.
Check out John's own sparkling grooves with his electronic dance music outfit Christ on a Bike, right here: christonabike.net
You can...
2024-03-251h 17The Huey AlertChristian Rights Attorney Brad Dacus on The War on Christianity, Pastors Motivating Fellowship to Vote, and Biblical Look on Whether Christians Should Vote or NotIndividual rights attorney Brad Dacus joins Craig Huey to discuss the growing threats to religious and individual freedom in America. What is discussed is, the issue of pastors motivating their fellowships to vote, church ballot harvesting, why an individual Christian should vote for not against their values, a biblical look at Christians who don’t vote or vote against their values and much more.
2024-03-2233 minThe Huey AlertChristian Rights Attorney Brad Dacus on The War on Christianity, Pastors Motivating Fellowship to Vote, and Biblical Look on Whether Christians Should Vote or NotIndividual rights attorney Brad Dacus joins Craig Huey to discuss the growing threats to religious and individual freedom in America. What is discussed is, the issue of pastors motivating their fellowships to vote, church ballot harvesting, why an individual Christian should vote for not against their values, a biblical look at Christians who don’t vote or vote against their values and much more.
2024-03-2233 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 41: Telex - Sex (1981) part oneI wasn't sure if I was ever going to really delve into this one, but here you go! This will be another two-parter. Telex was a Belgian technopop group active from 1978 to 1988. They made the acquaintance of Ron and Russell Mael in 1979, through a mutual collaborator, the 18-year-old French pop singer Lio. Ron and Marc Moulin, in particular, struck up a lifelong friendship. But where the 1981 album Sex (hilariously neutered with the title Birds and Bees in the UK one year later) enters the Sparks canon is in that album's lyrics. Telex wanted to crack the Anglophone market with th...
2024-02-251h 22
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 40: Interview with Thom ChikiThom Chiki is SO DEVO. SO DEVO, that without Thom there would be no DEVOtional convention in Columbus, Ohio. Also a big Sparks fan, personal friend of DEVO and Sparks drummer David Kendrick, and an all-around awesome person. Check out Thom's videos here: Thom CD-ROM - YouTube
You can write to me (as always) at podcastsparks@gmail.com
2024-01-041h 23
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 39: Interview With Timothy HallWrapping up 2023 (belatedly) with two great interviews from Sparks fans. This one is from Timothy Hall in Cardiff, Wales. He runs Daytrip Records in the UK! Go check it out!
Write to us at podcastsparks@gmail.com
2024-01-041h 07
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 38: Angst In My Pants part four (1982)At long last! Monte and Christian wrap up their inexhaustible discussion about Sparks' 1982 landmark LP. Plus, a doff of the cap to Los Angeles' KROQ, the radio station that helped introduce a whole new generation of punk and new wave fans to Ron and Russell's 80s incarnation.
I've been cleaning house, in terms of shoring up unused material for this podcast so that it might see the light of day. That means I have a couple of episodes I'm working to get out by year's end. Ready to start 2024 afresh, and really looking forward to delving into...
2023-12-111h 05
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 37: Angst In My Pants part three (1982)More from Monte and Christian about Spark's 1982 party-starter Angst In My Pants! Plus, a short history lesson on the man behind Ron's original "Ronald" synth.
Monte Mallin has a brand-spankin' new YouTube series about Sparks! Check it out! Link below.
Feel free to drop me a line at podcastsparks@gmail.com or Facebook
Links:Ikutaro Kakehashi | NAMM.org
Sparks - Entertainment and Art! Episode One - YouTube
MetaSparks - YouTube
Sparks Talk (sparkstalkbypenny.blogspot.com)
Roland - JUPITER-8 | Software Synthesizer
2023-10-141h 17
The HeFluence PodcastLeading by Example: Embracing Authenticity and Spiritual Growth with Aigné GoldsbyIn this episode, we dive into an inspiring conversation with Aigné Goldsby, an attorney who is on a mission to empower faith and purpose in the legal field. Join us as we explore Anya's journey, challenges, and her approach to merging her faith with her career. She shares valuable insights on how to align your calling, purpose, and faith to achieve success and fulfillment in any field.
Here are some key highlights to know more about this episode:
Aigné discusses the challenges she faced being a young-looking woman in her 30s in a...
2023-09-1342 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 36: Angst In My Pants part two (1982)Monte Mallin and I continue our dive into the effervescent waters of Angst In My Pants and the E.T.-induced wonder of 1982. Here, we wrap up side one!
Email me if you want at podcastsparks@gmail.com
...and remember to check out Monte's podcast So Important, as well as his Sparks blog at:
So Important: The Interview Podcast! | a podcast by Monte Mallin (podbean.com)
AND:
Monte's One Stop Blog!: Revisiting Kimono My House! (Spoiler: It's Still Great) (montesnewblog.blogspot.com)
2023-09-041h 13
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 35: Angst in my Pants part one (1982)Angst in my Pants is one of the greatest albums ever made!
Now that that's out of the way, on this, our 35th episode, Christian spends a conspicuous amount of time comparing classic TV comedy Taxi to Sparks and vice versa, by way of Danny DeVito (briefly) sharing a stage with the Mael Bros. and company on a 1982 episode of Saturday Night Live.
After that, Christian and Monte Mallin can barely contain their own angst over Sparks' 1982 release being just. that. good. It's a lot of great chatter, but alas, they only get to the...
2023-08-171h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 34: ’Latte’ Listening Party part twoPART TWO OF TWO!
FOUR - count 'em - FOUR Sparks fans join me for a track-by-track look under the hood of Sparks' latest album The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte.
Monte Mallin returns, along with Paul Barrett, Penny Brown, and Jo Sieger! That's a lot of Sparks galaxy brain for a single sitting. So much, in fact, that we did what we often do: chop it in half and save the rest for later. And later is now!
You won't hear the songs in their entireties here, so if you really...
2023-06-191h 20
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 33: ’Latte’ Listening Party part oneFOUR - count 'em - FOUR Sparks fans join me for a track-by-track look under the hood of Sparks' latest album The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte.
Monte Mallin returns, along with Paul Barrett, Penny Brown, and Jo Sieger! That's a lot of Sparks galaxy brain for a single sitting. So much, in fact, that we did what we often do: chop it in half and save the rest for later.
You won't hear the songs in their entireties here, so if you really want to "play along" at home, GO BUY THE ALBUM!
2023-06-151h 17
Marysville Christian Church Sunday MessagesWhat Are You Looking At?? || Keith HueyWe were honored to have Keith Huey join us this morning as he gave a deeper perspective on the David and Goliath story. We look at the character of Goliath, David, and Saul and ask the serious question, "What are YOU looking at?"
2023-05-2934 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 32: The Paul Barrett InterviewMonte and Christian sit for a lengthy (and stimulating!) chat with Sparks superfan and author of the insightful blog One For the Ages (www.sparks-onefortheages.com) Paul Barrett.
We discuss some of his fascinating meta-analyses of Sparks' lyrics, as well as geek out as all proud Sparks fans do, and (checks watch) *just in time* for the release of new LP The Girl Is Crying In Her Latte. Can't wait to have you back, Paul!
Don't forget Monte's excellent podcast So Important!
Drop me a line if you wanna!
2023-05-061h 24
The HeFluence PodcastBuilding a Faith-Based EntrepreneurshipIn this episode of the podcast, we have a very special guest, Dupé Aleru, sharing her personal and professional journey and how she discovered her passion and purpose in creating content around her faith.
During this conversation, we delve into the challenges of staying true to one's faith in a secular industry, the importance of having a strong mind and spirit to overcome the enemy's attacks, and the courage to confidently express one's faith despite any fear.
Join us as we gain insight from Dupe's journey, and learn valuable l...
2023-04-1936 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 31: Whomp That Sucker part two (1981)Christian and Monte wax philosophical about talking hippos, gastric distress and getting kicked in the bonbons. Plus! What is this salt discharge in my latte?
We wrap up Whomp That Sucker, the first of the twin quasars of Reinhold Mack-produced Sparks rock albums, recorded yet again at Giorgio's Musicland Studios in Munich.
Check us out on Larry Graves' YouTube channel discussing (gasp) Sparks!
Don't forget Monte's podcast So Important!
Drop me a line if you wanna!
2023-04-101h 45
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 30: Interview with Jim GoodwinHe started out a middle class kid from Oregon who grumbled about taking his piano lessons. But by the time he was thirty, Jim Goodwin had worked with the likes of Sparks, John Cale, Simple Minds, Bono, Peter Gabriel and other luminaries.
Jim was exceedingly generous with his time when chatting with myself and Monte Mallin. He's had a hell of a career, and I, for one, enjoyed geeking out with him over vintage synths.
One-time keyboardist for Sparks, Gleaming Spires, The Call, and John Cale on tour, here's Jim Goodwin!
--Christian
2023-03-021h 37
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 29: Whomp That Sucker part one (1980-1981)Ron and Russ were dying for some decent espresso and pastries. Voila, they found their newest muses at the Original Farmers Market in Los Angeles.
The Maels teamed up with a talented band by the name (at that time) of The Bates Motel, and with the assistance of uber-producer Reinhold Mack, they found a new lease on life. Here's the first half of Whomp That Sucker, as discussed by myself and Monte Mallin.
Stay tuned! We have a wonderful interview with keyboardist Jim Goodwin coming up!
podbean.com/sparkspodcast.com
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2023-01-181h 53
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 28: Terminal Jive (1979-1980)Terminal Jive had the misfortune of following up No. 1 in Heaven, which enjoys legendary status today. It also had the misfortune of Ron and Russ's original slate of songs being defenestrated outright by Giorgio Moroder and Harold Faltermeyer.
What we have instead is seven-and-a-half songs (you'll figure out what I mean) written by committee - the lead single being a crucial exception.
Terminal Jive was written and recorded in a hurry, but it doesn't mean there isn't a lot to enjoy here. Faltermeyer, along with W. Snuffy Walden and a coterie of studio cats, work...
2022-10-231h 50
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 27: Noel: Is There More to Life Than Dancing? (1979)Hey, Sparkskateers. This episode is entirely about the Mael-produced album by Noel: Is There More to Life Than Dancing. I'm chatting with Monte Mallin on this one, and then another conversation with Jim Wellen.
This is an interesting, and fun(!) Sparks-adjacent album (Jim asserts it's a true Sparks album)!
Stick around for next time, when we get into Terminal Jive, from 1980!
https://postpunkmonk.com/2021/07/20/record-review-noel-dancing-is-dangerous-us-7/
http://discodelivery.blogspot.com/2006/10/disco-delivery-27-noel-is-there-more.html
https://cherryaudio.com/news/the-syndrum-saga
2022-09-081h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 26: Number One in Heaven part 2 (1979)I wrap up discussion of side 2 of Number One in Heaven, with the help of my friend Monte Mallin in this ep. We also discussed the Sparks side project for Noël, but I'm saving that for the next episode. To paraphrase DJ Steve Dahl, this one's gonna blow up reeeeeal good.
sources:
https://wgntv.com/news/wgn-news-now/disco-demolition-night-how-an-anti-disco-baseball-night-led-to-a-riot-in-comiskey-park/
https://www.wbur.org/onlyagame/2019/07/12/disco-demolition-dahl-veeck-chicago-white-sox
https://www.google.com/search?client=firefox-b-1-d&q=paul+barrett+one+for+the+ages
https://play.google.com/books/reader?id=7n515ucve20C...
2022-08-191h 30
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 25: Number One in Heaven part one (1978-1979)It's been a while. What can I say? This is maybe *the best* if not just one of the best of the Mael brothers' albums.
I had a great conversation with Monte Mallin on the second half, and you'll be hearing more of Monte in the near future.
Giorgio Moroder helped Ron and Russ completely rethink their musical approach, and it shows here, in spades.
I do spend a good chunk of time near the beginning analyzing how modular synthesis works, so caveat auditor.
You can reach me (Christian) at podcastparks...
2022-07-221h 48
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 24: Interview with David KendrickHe brought that crashy, nearly out of control funhouse sound to early 80s albums Whomp that Sucker and Angst in my Pants. Later he worked with two different sets of brothers when he joined DEVO as their first corporeal drummer in years. His own band, The Gleaming Spires is getting a long-deserved second look with brand new remasters out.
Of course, I'm talking about legendary drummer David Kendrick. He's one of the reasons I love new wave, and he's a great guy to boot.
David was super generous with his time, and I plan to...
2021-08-301h 36
The HeFluence PodcastConfidence From Within with Karmin HabibiYoutuber, Author, and Community Builder Karmin Habibi joins me on todays show to talk about what it means to be A CHRISTIAN CONFIDENCE COACH. Buckle up! It's a good one!
Connect with Karmin
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Connect with Mike: https://www.hefluence.com/
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2021-08-2549 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 23: Introducing Sparks part 2 (1977-1978)In which I wrap up a discussion of Sparks' until-recently maligned 1977 album. Ron and Russell shared a studio with a revolving door of play-for-pay studio cats, and the end result was a record that sounded good, but didn't sell.
Oh, BTW, yes I know Ron Popeil was famous for saying "but wait, there's more," not "but that's not all."
You can write me at podcastsparks@gmail.com or visit the pod's page on Facebook at facebook.com/podcastsparks
--Christian
2021-08-231h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 22: Interview with Sal MaidaI'm so lucky to have gotten to speak with both halves of Big Beat's rhythm section! As you'll hear from the interview, Sal's been everywhere, man. Sal's been everywhere. Another Sparks player who favors a Rick as his weapon of choice (see: Gordon, Martin), he and Hilly Michaels locked down that bone-crushing groove heard all throughout that aforementioned album.
He toured with Roxy Music, Cracker, played on at least one Runaways LP, and don't get me started on all of the 1960s-70s legends he rubbed elbows with (no spoilers).
Check out his 2017 autobiography/massive...
2021-07-191h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 21: Introducing Sparks part one (1977)Ron and Russell ditch the whole notion of having a standing army - er, band, and rely on studio cats hired by the hour on Columbia Records' dime.
Introducing was out of print for over 30 years, until it finally got a new lease on life on CD format in 2009. A badly underexplored chapter in Sparks' history, find out more about that mysterious album that came and went in a flash in 1977.
2021-07-121h 09
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 20: Martin Gordon returns!While my first episode on Introducing keeps cookin', I've had a couple of great opportunities to interview former Sparks players, including a chap who's been on the show before, and I'm thankful to have him back on again.
If you're not yet privy, Martin was the bassist on Kimono My House, and was part of that seminal, yet short-lived lineup (in more ways than one, sad to say). He has a new album out, the politically pointed song suite Another Words. He also had some thoughts about the new Edgar Wright documentary The Sparks Brothers, and the...
2021-06-2145 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksInterview with Peter Gordon (NOT SPARKS-RELATED)No, it isn't Sparks-related, but I'm not a rich enough man for TWO podcast feeds!
Instead this is my side project "What We Do Is What We Do," where I basically publish stuff I've recorded that I felt was interesting enough to share with other humans.
This ep is my interview with playwright Peter Gordon from June 2020. He wrote (among other things) "Murdered by Death," a genuinely funny farce posing as an Agatha Christie murder mystery.
For me, it's the show that never was, because of some dumb ol' pandemic. I played a...
2021-06-1437 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 19: Interview with Hilly MichaelsHere's Hilly! From starstruck Sparks fan, to fully-fledged member, Hilly was responsible for the Big Beat in Big Beat. He's had a hell of a career post-Sparks, and enjoyed an early MTV smash with Calling All Girls.
This interview is stupid long, but I ain't apologizing. Listen to it on a transatlantic flight or something. Have as many cuba libres as I probably did during the proceedings.
Next up is Introducing Sparks, part 1! I've already recorded some of it!
OH! Thanks to Tom Ferranti for arranging the interview and to Mark Gilbert for...
2021-06-042h 01
In The Kliq (Pro Wrestling Podcast)Chris Jericho Will Be On Stone Cold Steve Austin's Show & The Hurt Business Kick Out Shelton Benjamin & Cedric Alexander & Christian Cage Makes His AEW In-Ring Debut | In The KliqOn this episode of In The Kliq, Baby Huey and Phillip from the Bullet Cast talked about the announcement of Chris Jericho booked as the next guest on Stone Cold Steve Austin's Broken Skull Sessions. Plus, they breakdown the new designs of the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship and NJPW Strong Openweight Championship. Lastly, they recapped and reviewed the highlights from this week's episodes of WWE Monday Night Raw and AEW Dynamite. Kliq, Download, & Mark Out!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InTheKliq
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/inthekliq
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2021-04-041h 47
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 18: Big Beat (1976) part twoBack from extended hiatus. Finally, I take to the waters of Lake Sparks once more. I finish off the story of Big Beat and delve into the last several songs on side 2, as well as the bonus tracks. Next episode should be my long-anticipated interview with Big Beat drummer Hilly Michaels. It's so easy tearing the place apart, eh?
You can email the pod here, or check us out on our Facebook page of the same name.
Thanks! - Christian
2021-03-181h 11
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 17: Big Beat (1976) part oneIt's been a minute since I rapped at ya, Sparks fans. Hope all is well. At long last, here's the next chapter in the Sparks saga: the story of Big Beat. Recorded in NYC with an all-new, all-American band, and with Rupert Holmes at the helm (yes, THAT Rupert Holmes), Big Beat was released by Columbia Records in October 1976. Inspired in part by the emerging punk/new wave scene of the moment, Big Beat eschews the baroque pop stylings of the Island records, and opts for a bare bones rock and roll attack. This episode covers the making of...
2020-09-261h 28
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 16: Indiscreet part 2 (1975-1976)We're back! Finally I get down to the nitty gritty of Indiscreet side 2, plus a bevy of bonus tracks. That wraps it up for Sparks in England! Next we head to NYC for Big Beat.
Check us out on Facebook or drop me a line at podcastsparks@gmail.com.
2020-06-291h 49
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 15: Interview with Dave ThompsonChristian interviews preeminent (he probably hates that term) rock journalist Dave Thompson in this free-wheeling interview that occasionally even has us discussing Sparks! Dave is the author of the 2009 biography about Sparks, No. 1 Songs in Heaven, a tome that practically stands as this podcast's bible in terms of getting the story of Sparks right.
You can check out his author homepage here, just in case you want to feel hopelessly underproductive and undistinguished.
Write me if you like at podcastsparks@gmail.com or check out our page on Facebook. Next episode (I promise) is Indiscreet, P...
2020-05-171h 06
All You Ever Think About Is SparksSPECIAL EPISODE: What We Do Is What We Do, Episode 01: Dario Western and naturismCAVEAT DOWNLOAD-OR: NOT SPARKS-RELATED!
Doing some logrolling today. After months of idle threats, I have finally assembled the first episode of my new podcast What We Do Is What We Do. No, it's not about the DEVO song. It's about hobbies, pastimes, and passion projects! Starring maybe you one day! The new show will have its own feed, but it's going to play nice here with the Sparks feed for now.
Mr. Dario Western (an avid Sparks fan himself, natch) joins me on my maiden voyage, giving me the naked truth on naturism and how...
2020-05-1746 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 14: Indiscreet (1975) part oneSparks' final album as a British band finds them at a whole new level of ambition. Hoping to make their own Sgt Pepper's, Ron and Russell find their personal George Martin in Tony Visconti, who helped Sparks arrange songs for swing bands, marching bands, string quartets, etc. I also tell the sad story of the Jacques Tati film that never was.
Check us out on FB here, or email Christian here.
Next episode will be an in-depth one-on-one with rock journalist Dave Thompson!
2020-04-291h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 13: Pini Schatz interviewI'm joined by Pini Schatz, director of the documentary about Sparks fandom Never Turn Your Back on Sparks. Listen to Pini's wild ride through the world of Sparks fans across continents, cultures, and income levels. As well as revealing how he nabbed some of those interviews with famous music icons, we get to find out who flaked out on him (hint: Lighten Up)!
See the trailer for yourself here and check out the film's Facebook page here.
Stay well, Sparks fans.
Love, Christian
2020-04-1252 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 12: Propaganda (1974) part 2I delve into side two of Propaganda in this one, including B-side Alabamy Right. Propaganda was a deliberate step forward from Kimono My House, in terms of musical ambition. The second and final album produced by Muff Winwood, Ron employs his "Jam-proof your composition" manifesto here to ensure no one does the same thing twice, and to ensure that Adrian Fisher never gets to play a single blues lick. How was Never Turn Your Back on Mother Earth misunderstood by Ray Davies? Exactly WHAT the hell is Russell singing on Something for the Girl with Everything? I break it...
2020-04-031h 06
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 11: Interview with Martin Gordon(I updated a new version of the file March 25, with the final versions of Martin's songs "Will of the People" and "Idiots.")
What excuse did I have for waiting longer than this for uploading and sharing? None, that's what! While I'm more or less quarantined in my house here in SXSW-less Austin, TX, I've got time on my hands. Thank goodness cabin fever is the only fever in my household at the moment!
Here's that interview with Martin Gordon I promised! He couldn't have been more generous with his time. I've included clips of songs...
2020-03-261h 16
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 10: Propaganda (1974) part 1Sheltered-in-place so long you've got serious cabin fever? Perfect time to listen to Sparks' second hit LP for Island, Propaganda. Propaganda was recorded in just a few weeks, in the wake of the seismic smash of its predecessor. In this episode, I dig deep into the making of the record and explore side one.
As always, drop me a note at podcastsparks@gmail.com or check us out on Facebook. Stay safe, my friends! Wash your hands and eyeballs after reading this!
Much love, Christian
2020-03-1959 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 9: Kimono My House (1974) part 2(NOTE: I uploaded a new version of this episode with different sound levels 2/26)
I explore side 2 of Kimono My House in episode 9, and throw in random tidbits about OPEC-induced vinyl shortages and Japanese musical theatre troupes. Did Doris Day know she had a doppleganger? Is there a gorilla out there doing his best impression of Ron Mael? Do YOU know how to tie a kimono? I expect the answers on my desk by the end of the day.
As promised in my intro, here's the link to Andy Moore's podcast and the episode about Sparks: h...
2020-02-231h 07
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 8: Kimono My House (1974) part 1 + Monte MallinWe're back! Happy 2020, Sparks fans. In episode 8, I take an obsessive gander at side one of Sparks' most famous album Kimono My House. Learn how Sparks catapulted from esoteric Los Angeles weirdos to British superstars in 1974 with the monumental "This Town Ain't Big Enough for Both of Us," and its stellar parent album.
After the history lesson, I bend the ear of Monte Mallin again, this time asking him about what made the late Dinky Diamond the highest-regarded of all of Sparks' many drummers over the years.
Check out Monte's frequently-astounding podcast So Important as well...
2020-02-021h 28
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 4 redux: Halfnelson/Sparks listening party + other stuff(Amended re-release) Richard Martinez rejoins Christian for a Sparks listening party, as we examine the first Halfnelson/Sparks album on Bearsville Records. Christian reads Joseph Fleury's liner notes from a 1975 repackaging of the first two albums, and a rare interview (from another source) with Earle Mankey rounds out the episode. Email me here, and check us out on FB here!
2019-12-191h 16
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 7: Putting together the UK band (1973) + Interview with James LoweRon and Russell recruit a new band in England, and sharpen their sound with new songs. Hear how Martin Gordon, Dinky Diamond and Adrian Fisher were discovered, and how Island Records had set Sparks up to be 1974's Next Big Thing. Stick around for an interview with James Lowe, producer of Sparks' previous album A Woofer In Tweeter's Clothing, and founding member of the Electric Prunes. Thanks for your support in 2019, dear listeners! Happy Holidays/Christmas/Hannukah/whatever and I'll see you in 2020!
Check us out on FB, send me an email, and join the Indiscreet fan...
2019-12-191h 14
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 6: First European tour (1972-73) + Harley Feinstein interviewIn this episode, Sparks jet off to the UK for a three-month mini-tour of England and mainland Europe. Find out how Ron, Russ and company take advantage of the 1972 exchange rate of 10,000 US dollars = infinity pounds sterling. Witness the bittersweet end of Sparks Mark I that following spring, and (briefly) hear what became of Sparks' original players. After that, stick around for a fantastic interview with drummer Harley Feinstein! I can't thank him enough for his generosity. Email us here and visit us on the web here.
2019-12-011h 21
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 5: A Woofer In Tweeter's Clothing (1972)Christian delves into the making of, the glory of, and the frustration with, Sparks' second album for Bearsville: "A Woofer In Tweeter's Clothing." It should have been a hit... But what a ride it was, and what would come next was legendary.
2019-11-1554 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 3 redux: Halfnelson/Sparks + New and Improved Monte Mallin InterviewThe original interview with Monte Mallin was a victim of the interviewer being unfamiliar with his recording tech. So, Monte was nice enough to come back for a do-over, where we ended up covering more ground than before. (And eventually Christian will learn to get up closer on that mic himself.) Because so much of the interview rendered the original superfluous, welcome to the new official episode 3! Check out Monte's podcast So Important and his blog here. Email our show here!
2019-10-271h 09
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 3: The Halfnelson/Sparks album + Monte Mallin interviewRon and Russell get their first shot at the big time courtesy a "Runt" named Todd. Sparks crack the Deep South, and Russell cracks his head open. Big thanks to Monte Mallin and his podcast So Important, as well as his blog, which can be found here. Email us here!
2019-10-161h 00
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode 2: The Ruud Swart interviewMr. Ruud Swart, friend of the podcast and Sparksologist-cum-Fan-Club-President-Emeritus waxes nostalgic about his near lifelong quest to uncover the one-time holy grail of Sparks, the unreleased Halfnelson demo album. And that's just the very tip of the Sparksberg. Enjoy! Email us here.
2019-10-0459 min
All You Ever Think About Is SparksEpisode one is here!Hear Christian regale you about the band's early days and then join him as he takes the plunge, alongside Richard Martinez, into Sparks' unofficial first album. 'Halfnelson '69' is a wild, wooly record that points the way forward for Ron and Russell's skewed pop smarts. Email the show here.
2019-09-271h 29
Christian SonderfeldHuey Lewis & The News - The Power of Love (Christian Sonderfeld Remix)Huey Lewis & The News - The Power of Love (Christian Sonderfeld Remix) by Christian Sonderfeld
2012-06-1403 min