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What the Riff Next Gen1995 - October: Smashing Pumpkins "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness"The Smashing Pumpkins were one of the most successful bands of the 1990s, both commercially and critically.  Their 30 million album sales worldwide makes a strong case for their importance to the alternative rock movement.  The band was formed in Chicago by guitarist James Iha, bassist D'arcy Wretzky, percussionist Jimmy Chamberlin, and frontman/guitarist Billy Corgan.  Corgan writes much of their material and has been the sole member to be continuously present in the group since their formation.In 1995, Billy Corgan wrote about 56 songs and wanted to creat a double album.  His vision was for Mellon Collie and the...
2025-08-0432 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1972 - January: America ”America”Surprisingly, America was formed in London.  The trio of Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell, and Dan Peek met in London where their fathers were stationed at the United States Air Force base at RAF South Ruislip.  The three attended London Central High School and began playing together on borrowed acoustic guitars.  The name came from the Americana jukebox in the mess hall, and a desire to distinguish themselves from the British musicians around them who were trying to sound more American. America is also their self-titled debut album released in the States in January 1972.  The album originally was rele...
2025-06-2332 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1972 - January: America ”America”Surprisingly, America was formed in London.  The trio of Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell, and Dan Peek met in London where their fathers were stationed at the United States Air Force base at RAF South Ruislip.  The three attended London Central High School and began playing together on borrowed acoustic guitars.  The name came from the Americana jukebox in the mess hall, and a desire to distinguish themselves from the British musicians around them who were trying to sound more American. America is also their self-titled debut album released in the States in January 1972.  The album originally was rele...
2025-06-2332 minThe SOSE Spotlight
The SOSE SpotlightThe revival of Rowan GlenThis week's episode of The SOSE Spotlight travels to Palnure on the edge of the Galloway Forest, to hear from Alan Baxter of Rowan Glen.Rowan Glen is one of the longest established yoghurt manufacturing sites in Scotland but faced an uncertain future in 2022 when the site was closed by its previous owners.Alan discusses how he and his team led the purchase of the factory and brand, as well as how Fair Work and sustainability have been key to Rowan Glen's revival since. Listen to find out more and subscribe at your...
2025-06-1111 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1974 - July: Beach Boys “Endless Summer”By the mid-70's the Beach Boys appeared to be a band that had been left behind.  Sales had been only moderate for their previous albums, and the band was struggling to determine their direction musically.  In the summer of 1973 the movie "American Graffiti" featured several Beach Boys songs, creating nostalgia for the earlier surfing music. Between the revived interest sparked by "American Graffiti" and the success of the Beatles "Red" and "Blue" compilation albums, the Beach Boys released a collection of hits from their early 60's catalogue called Endless Summer.  This featured songs from their Capitol Rec...
2025-03-1730 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1974 - July: Beach Boys “Endless Summer”By the mid-70's the Beach Boys appeared to be a band that had been left behind.  Sales had been only moderate for their previous albums, and the band was struggling to determine their direction musically.  In the summer of 1973 the movie "American Graffiti" featured several Beach Boys songs, creating nostalgia for the earlier surfing music. Between the revived interest sparked by "American Graffiti" and the success of the Beatles "Red" and "Blue" compilation albums, the Beach Boys released a collection of hits from their early 60's catalogue called Endless Summer.  This featured songs from their Capitol Rec...
2025-03-1730 minMedia Confidential
Media ConfidentialIs assisted dying moral? Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale in conversationWould legalising assisted dying end unnecessary suffering? Or would it instead enable the abuse of some of society’s most vulnerable people?Kim Leadbeater’s assisted dying bill has passed its second reading. Back in September, Prospect invited two of our most profound thinkers—Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale—to debate the issue. As archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams led a Church that publicly opposes any form of assisted dying, while, as a Supreme Court judge, Brenda Hale was involved in life-or-death judgements.In a moving exchange, Hale discusses her own Christian faith, while Will...
2025-01-0258 minWas It Chance?
Was It Chance?Rowan Jetté Knox: Normalizing Trans YouthMeet Rowan Jetté Knox, the award-winning Canadian writer and human rights advocate who embodies the power of embracing change and living authentically. Rowan courageously shares his family's journey towards acceptance of both his middle child and wife's transgender identity in his bestselling memoir "Love Lives Here". This journey, marked by vulnerability and unconditional love, has normalized the existence of LGBTQ2S+ families and sparked international change. Rowan's advocacy extends beyond his personal narrative, confronting the stigma of mental illness and championing the rights of transgender youth. His work has earned him recognition such as the Order of Ottawa. Rowan's s...
2024-12-101h 18The Prospect Podcast
The Prospect PodcastIs assisted dying moral? Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale in conversationWould legalising assisted dying end unnecessary suffering? Or would it instead enable the abuse of some of society’s most vulnerable people?As parliament discusses assisted dying once again, Prospect invited two of our most profound thinkers—Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale—to debate the issue. As archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams led a Church that publicly opposes any form of assisted dying, while, as a Supreme Court judge, Brenda Hale was involved in life-or-death judgements.In a moving discussion, Hale discusses her own Christian faith, while Williams shares his pastoral experience in the comp...
2024-11-0658 minThe Prospect Podcast
The Prospect PodcastIs assisted dying moral? Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale in conversationWould legalising assisted dying end unnecessary suffering? Or would it instead enable the abuse of some of society’s most vulnerable people?As parliament discusses assisted dying once again, Prospect invited two of our most profound thinkers—Rowan Williams and Brenda Hale—to debate the issue. As archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams led a Church that publicly opposes any form of assisted dying, while, as a Supreme Court judge, Brenda Hale was involved in life-or-death judgements.In a moving discussion, Hale discusses her own Christian faith, while Williams shares his pastoral experience in the comp...
2024-11-0658 minGenerous Business Owner
Generous Business OwnerBarry Rowan: From Pain in Confusion to Peace in ChristWho are you surrendering to? In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Barry discuss: The gift of having a marriage of partnership.Changing the paradigm of how you think about work and life.Living a life of significance and a life that matters.The three things to invest in as you live your life in unity under God.The process and art of surrendering to God.  Key Takeaways: The greatest gift of your marriage will be to have a shared surrender to Jesus.Business is the only institution that creates economic value, every other...
2024-10-2244 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 - June: Dire Straits ”Love Over Gold”We covered the big commercial hit album "Brothers In Arms" back in episode 154, but many afficianados of Dire Straits consider their finest work to be the album that preceeded this one.  Love Over Gold is their fourth studio album, released in late September 1982 and on the charts in June 1983.  For this album, prime mover and lead vocalist Mark Knopfler, bassist John Illsley, and percussionist Pick Withers are joined by new members Hal Lindes on guitars and Alan Clark on keyboards.   The songs on this album are longer than your standard single, particularly the majestic 14-minute "Telegraph Road."  Desp...
2024-09-3043 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 - June: Dire Straits ”Love Over Gold”We covered the big commercial hit album "Brothers In Arms" back in episode 154, but many afficianados of Dire Straits consider their finest work to be the album that preceeded this one.  Love Over Gold is their fourth studio album, released in late September 1982 and on the charts in June 1983.  For this album, prime mover and lead vocalist Mark Knopfler, bassist John Illsley, and percussionist Pick Withers are joined by new members Hal Lindes on guitars and Alan Clark on keyboards.   The songs on this album are longer than your standard single, particularly the majestic 14-minute "Telegraph Road."  Desp...
2024-09-3043 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - May: Devo “Freedom of Choice”While Devo is known as an early 80's new wave synth pop band, their history goes back to 1973.  The classic lineup of Mark Mothersbaugh, Bob Mothersbaugh, Gerald Casale, Bob Casale, and Alan Myers developed the name Devo from "De-evolution," the idea that mankind is regressing to a herd mentality.  This was a bit of a joke idea that Gerald Casale and co-founder Bob Lewis formed while at Kent State University.  The band gained some local fame in 1976, and were signed to Warner Brothers in 1978 with recommendations from David Bowie and Iggy Pop. Freedom of Choice is Devo's thi...
2024-08-2634 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - May: Devo “Freedom of Choice”While Devo is known as an early 80's new wave synth pop band, their history goes back to 1973.  The classic lineup of Mark Mothersbaugh, Bob Mothersbaugh, Gerald Casale, Bob Casale, and Alan Myers developed the name Devo from "De-evolution," the idea that mankind is regressing to a herd mentality.  This was a bit of a joke idea that Gerald Casale and co-founder Bob Lewis formed while at Kent State University.  The band gained some local fame in 1976, and were signed to Warner Brothers in 1978 with recommendations from David Bowie and Iggy Pop. Freedom of Choice is Devo's thi...
2024-08-2634 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1990 - November: Megadeth “Rust In Peace”Who's up for some thrash metal? Megadeth is one of the founding bands of the thrash metal genre, and considered one of the "big four" of U.S. thrash metal (along with Anthrax, Metallica, and Slayer).  The heart of the band, primary songwriter, and sole constant member of the band throughout the years is Dave Mustaine.  The formation of the band is well known as a revenge effort on Mustaine's part.  He was fired from his role as lead guitarist of Metallica just prior to the recording of their debut album due to personal issues with James Het...
2024-07-2248 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1990 - November: Megadeth “Rust In Peace”Who's up for some thrash metal? Megadeth is one of the founding bands of the thrash metal genre, and considered one of the "big four" of U.S. thrash metal (along with Anthrax, Metallica, and Slayer).  The heart of the band, primary songwriter, and sole constant member of the band throughout the years is Dave Mustaine.  The formation of the band is well known as a revenge effort on Mustaine's part.  He was fired from his role as lead guitarist of Metallica just prior to the recording of their debut album due to personal issues with James Het...
2024-07-2248 minLeadership Next
Leadership NextVolvo Cars CEO Jim Rowan Shares Valuable Lessons Learned From Apple and GoogleVolvo Cars has an ambitious goal of going all electric by 2030. But, according to CEO Jim Rowan, the EV push won't be linear. Major population centers are way ahead of rural communities, both in the U.S. and globally when it comes to things like charging infrastructure, critical for the move away from gas-powered cars.Rowan became CEO of Volvo Cars in 2022 after a long career in tech, including stints as the CEO of Dyson and COO of Blackberry. He says Volvo's market position as a premium brand gives it a distinct advantage in...
2024-05-2135 minUnhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better
Unhurried Living | Helping Christians Rest Deeper & Lead Better275: The Spiritual Art of Business (Alan with Barry Rowan)At the turn of the century, Billy Graham said, "I believe that one of the next great moves of God is going to be through believers in the workplace.” In the last few years, I’ve witnessed a powerful work of God’s Spirit in and through men and women who are living their faith in their places of business.  We are always leaning into the question, “How do I integrate my life of faith and the work of my life? How do I lead from deep-rootedness in God? How do I learn to receive from God a...
2024-02-1240 minWe Were Told We Should Do a Podcast
We Were Told We Should Do a PodcastDid you know Rowan was in Avatar? | E4Seriously though, did you know that? It's become a meme in the Viva La Dirt League community that Rowan was in Avatar (because he actually was!). If you're part of our Facebook Squad you'll know all about. Rowan talks about his experience in Avatar for the first time and shares exactly how it all happened. Plus, bonus trivia - did you know that Alan was also in Avatar? Hear more about both their experiences in this episode. Follow our podcast on social media - we'd love to hear what you'd like us to talk about! Learn more about your ad...
2023-12-0551 minDive Into This Sensational Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.
Dive Into This Sensational Full Audiobook — Perfect This Weekend.Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History by Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Alan SepinwallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/671726to listen full audiobooks. Title: Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History Author: Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Alan Sepinwall Narrator: Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Ewan Chung, Michael David Axtell, Josh Bloomberg, Karissa Vacker, Eva Kaminsky, Alan Sepinwall, Amy Landon, Andrew Eiden, Kaleo Griffith, Soneela Nankani, Therese Plummer, Robert Fass, Alyssa Bresnahan, Hillary Huber, Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 18 minutes Release date: November 28, 2023 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: “A fascinating peek behind the making of a megahit, and a delightful bit of nostalgia for those of us who remember life before streaming TV...
2023-11-2811h 18Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social Science
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Non-Fiction, Social ScienceWelcome to the O.C.: The Oral History by Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Alan SepinwallPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/671726to listen full audiobooks. Title: Welcome to the O.C.: The Oral History Author: Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Alan Sepinwall Narrator: Stephanie Savage, Josh Schwartz, Ewan Chung, Michael David Axtell, Josh Bloomberg, Karissa Vacker, Eva Kaminsky, Alan Sepinwall, Amy Landon, Andrew Eiden, Kaleo Griffith, Soneela Nankani, Therese Plummer, Robert Fass, Alyssa Bresnahan, Hillary Huber, Fred Sanders Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 18 minutes Release date: November 28, 2023 Genres: Social Science Publisher's Summary: “A fascinating peek behind the making of a megahit, and a delightful bit of nostalgia for those of us who remember life before streaming TV...
2023-11-2811h 18What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1973 - June: Dr. John “In the Right Place”Malcolm John Rebennack, Jr.,better known by his stage name, Dr. John, was a singer-songwriter who blended funk, R&B and New Orleans blues into a distinctive sound.   Dr. John was well known for his stage shows which were inspired by an eclectic mix of medicine shows, voodoo ceremonies, and Mardi Gras costumes.  Dr. John got his start as a session musician in the 1950s, and continued doing session work throughout his career playing keyboards for Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, and Van Morrison as a member of "The Wrecking Crew."  He recorded thirty studio albums and nine live alb...
2023-09-1834 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1973 - June: Dr. John “In the Right Place”Malcolm John Rebennack, Jr.,better known by his stage name, Dr. John, was a singer-songwriter who blended funk, R&B and New Orleans blues into a distinctive sound.   Dr. John was well known for his stage shows which were inspired by an eclectic mix of medicine shows, voodoo ceremonies, and Mardi Gras costumes.  Dr. John got his start as a session musician in the 1950s, and continued doing session work throughout his career playing keyboards for Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, and Van Morrison as a member of "The Wrecking Crew."  He recorded thirty studio albums and nine live alb...
2023-09-1834 minCreativity Squared
Creativity SquaredEp16. ArtsWave “Truth & Healing” Part 2: Pablo Mejía, Camille Jones, Silas Tibbs, Rowan Salem, Alan Lawson & Preston Bell Charles IIICreativity Squared is proud to support and partner with ArtsWave and to bring you this special three-part series, released every three weeks, featuring the phenomenal artists and grant recipients selected for this year’s ArtsWave Black and Brown Artists Program.These episodes include vignettes of our interviews that took place during the third annual showcase of ArtsWave's Black and Brown Artist Program. For the full video versions of these conversations, visit https://CreativitySquared.com or the Creativity Squared YouTube channel (https://bit.ly/C2youtube).The intention of these interviews is to give these talented an...
2023-08-171h 07What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1978 - August: REO Speedwagon ”You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can’t Tuna Fish”Aside from having a terrific title, the seventh studio album by REO Speedwagon would be the one which would bring them mainstream success.  You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can't Tuna Fish was the first album to be co-produced by guitarist Gary Richrath and lead singer Kevin Cronin, and was the first to break into the top 40 on the Billboard 200 album charts in the US, peaking at number 29.  It also was the first on which Bruce Hall was a part of the group, replacing Gregg Philbin on bass.  The rest of the group was Nel Doughty on keyboards and...
2023-07-1738 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1978 - August: REO Speedwagon ”You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can’t Tuna Fish”Aside from having a terrific title, the seventh studio album by REO Speedwagon would be the one which would bring them mainstream success.  You Can Tune a Piano, but You Can't Tuna Fish was the first album to be co-produced by guitarist Gary Richrath and lead singer Kevin Cronin, and was the first to break into the top 40 on the Billboard 200 album charts in the US, peaking at number 29.  It also was the first on which Bruce Hall was a part of the group, replacing Gregg Philbin on bass.  The rest of the group was Nel Doughty on keyboards and...
2023-07-1738 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1974 - December: Montrose “Paper Money”Montrose was considered to be America's answer to Led Zeppelin in the early 70's.  Founder Ronnie Montrose had played with a number of musicians including Van Morrison, Boz Scaggs, and with Edgar Winter on the hit singles “Frankenstein” and “Free Ride.”  He formed the band bearing his name with bassist/keyboardist Alan Fitzgerald, drummer Denny Carmassi, and front man Sammy Hagar.  Paper Money is the group's second album, and was the band's highest-charting release, reaching number 65 on the Billboard 200 chart.   This follow-up to their self-titled debut album took on a broader style, with a stronger range of rhythm and d...
2023-05-2941 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1974 - December: Montrose “Paper Money”Montrose was considered to be America's answer to Led Zeppelin in the early 70's.  Founder Ronnie Montrose had played with a number of musicians including Van Morrison, Boz Scaggs, and with Edgar Winter on the hit singles “Frankenstein” and “Free Ride.”  He formed the band bearing his name with bassist/keyboardist Alan Fitzgerald, drummer Denny Carmassi, and front man Sammy Hagar.  Paper Money is the group's second album, and was the band's highest-charting release, reaching number 65 on the Billboard 200 chart.   This follow-up to their self-titled debut album took on a broader style, with a stronger range of rhythm and d...
2023-05-2941 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1968 - October: Marvin Gaye “In the Groove”Although one of the most successful artists and songwriters of the 60's, Marvin Gaye had not released a solo studio album for two years prior to In the Groove, his eighth studio album.  Instead he had been releasing duet performances with artists like Kim Weston and Tammi Terrell.  Gaye was one of the primary artists shaping what would become the Motown sound, first as a session player, then as a solo artist and songwriter.   Gaye formed a vocal quartet called The Marquees shortly after leaving the Air Force in the late 50's.  The Marquees performed in the D.C...
2023-05-2235 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1968 - October: Marvin Gaye “In the Groove”Although one of the most successful artists and songwriters of the 60's, Marvin Gaye had not released a solo studio album for two years prior to In the Groove, his eighth studio album.  Instead he had been releasing duet performances with artists like Kim Weston and Tammi Terrell.  Gaye was one of the primary artists shaping what would become the Motown sound, first as a session player, then as a solo artist and songwriter.   Gaye formed a vocal quartet called The Marquees shortly after leaving the Air Force in the late 50's.  The Marquees performed in the D.C...
2023-05-2235 minEvolution Radio - Weekly Dance Music Show
Evolution Radio - Weekly Dance Music ShowEvolution Radio 423 03-31-2023 (Progressive House)Announcements: This is a progressive house show. 1 Andrea Cassino, Lio Q - Asante (Sebastian Sellares Remix) 2 Waxman (CA) - Dreams Of Blue (Dabeat Remix) 3 Miguel Ante - Cristal Light (Original Mix) 4 Abity - Particles (Original Mix) 5 EANP - Lydia (Original Mix) 6 Evegrem, Axel Zambrano - Mistakes (Andre Moret Remix) 7 We're Brothers - Two Piece (Seven Wells Remix) 8 Steve Parry - Fener (Bebetta Remix) 9 Matt Rowan - Clarity (Original Mix) 10 Alex O'Rion, Matter - Katana (Original Mix)
2023-03-3100 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1975 - June: War ”Why Can’t We Be Friends?”Defining a genre for the group War is a difficult process.  There are elements of Latin, R&B, funk, soul, and rock mixed in.  Some call it progressive soul.  War came from Long Beach, California in 1969, and began as a backing band for Deacon Jones.  The band was originally led by Eric Burden of the Animals and were known as Eric Burden and War for their first tow albums, then as War after Burden left the group.   Their seventh studio album, Why Can't We Be Friends? would continue a tradition of successful albums for the band, going to nu...
2023-02-2042 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1975 - June: War ”Why Can’t We Be Friends?”Defining a genre for the group War is a difficult process.  There are elements of Latin, R&B, funk, soul, and rock mixed in.  Some call it progressive soul.  War came from Long Beach, California in 1969, and began as a backing band for Deacon Jones.  The band was originally led by Eric Burden of the Animals and were known as Eric Burden and War for their first tow albums, then as War after Burden left the group.   Their seventh studio album, Why Can't We Be Friends? would continue a tradition of successful albums for the band, going to nu...
2023-02-2042 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - January: Pink Floyd “The Wall”Pink Floyd would score another big hit and some mainstream crossover success with their eleventh studio album, The Wall.  Originally conceived by bassist Roger Waters, The Wall explores the self-isolation of a cynical rock star named Pink, and portrays events in his life from the loss of his father, to childhood trauma, to the pressures of rock stardom as bricks forming the wall.  Parts of the story are autobiographical from Waters, and parts naturally are based on former front man Syd Barrett.  The album was a commercial success, the most successful double album of all time, the second most pop...
2023-01-3043 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - January: Pink Floyd “The Wall”Pink Floyd would score another big hit and some mainstream crossover success with their eleventh studio album, The Wall.  Originally conceived by bassist Roger Waters, The Wall explores the self-isolation of a cynical rock star named Pink, and portrays events in his life from the loss of his father, to childhood trauma, to the pressures of rock stardom as bricks forming the wall.  Parts of the story are autobiographical from Waters, and parts naturally are based on former front man Syd Barrett.  The album was a commercial success, the most successful double album of all time, the second most pop...
2023-01-3043 minTOTAL MASSACRE
TOTAL MASSACREDie HardMerry Christmas! TOTAL MASSACRE is covering the greatest Christmas movie argument of all time, DIE HARD, with Rowan, Kev, and our very own Santa Claus Brian Smawley. We talk about copaganda, lighting, influence, Alan Rickman's sneer, and good old fashioned American masculinity, what a neat present to open!
2023-01-011h 31What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1973 - March: Pink Floyd ”The Dark Side of the Moon”Arguably the biggest album of the entire rock era, Pink Floyd's eighth studio album would propel them to superstardom.  The Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most acclaimed records in history, and it is commercially unmatched in its longevity.  It topped the US Billboard Top LP's and Tape chart, and charted for 962 weeks in total! Pink Floyd at this time was David Gilmour on guitar and vocals, Roger Waters on bass and vocals, Richard Wright on keyboards, and Nick Mason on percussion. The Dark Side of the Moon was envisioned as a co...
2022-11-2139 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1973 - March: Pink Floyd ”The Dark Side of the Moon”Arguably the biggest album of the entire rock era, Pink Floyd's eighth studio album would propel them to superstardom.  The Dark Side of the Moon is one of the most acclaimed records in history, and it is commercially unmatched in its longevity.  It topped the US Billboard Top LP's and Tape chart, and charted for 962 weeks in total! Pink Floyd at this time was David Gilmour on guitar and vocals, Roger Waters on bass and vocals, Richard Wright on keyboards, and Nick Mason on percussion. The Dark Side of the Moon was envisioned as a co...
2022-11-2139 minDark Minds : Horror & Dark Fantasy Writers
Dark Minds : Horror & Dark Fantasy WritersAmy Grech - The One that Got AwayWhat doesn't kill me, might make me kill you!30 women authors from around the world were challenged to write about The One That Got Away. Here you'll find tales of unrequited love, blind dates gone wrong, stalkers and their prey, cursed guitars, alien symbiotes, sinister letters, and bitter acts of revenge. Dive into murky depths and discover what hides inside the minds of women scorned..Book 3 in the Kandisha Press Women of Horror Anthology Series#frightgirlwinter recommended reading!With Foreword by Gwendolyn Kiste (Bram Stoker Award Winning Author of The Rust...
2022-11-2035 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenPubshed Wedding JukeboxRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 3 Episode No 5 - PubShed Wedding Jukebox Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Wedding tunes - specifically music that is popular at a Scottish/Glasgow wedding is discussed by Mrs Rowan and Alan in the hallowed halls of @thedumbuckityscourie - Dumbarton’s Premier Pub Shed. We continue with our series of café reviews and in this episode we feature the Hillhead Bookclub (Instagram - @hhbookclub)  This week we have a superb cider review on Devon Farm...
2022-09-1323 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenThe Football Indulgence EditionRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 3 Episode No 4 - The Football Indulgence Special Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Episode number four of season three of pubshed talk and general reflections on life. In this episode Mrs Rowan and Alan chat with an old friend and colleague - Mr Colin Hosie - who is Dumbarton FC’s vice chairman and we reminisce plus look forward the club’s 150th celebrations. We also continue with our series of café reviews and this...
2022-08-3028 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 - April: Zebra “Zebra”Zebra is one of the great underrated bands of the 80's.  Randy Jackson (lead vocals, guitars, synthesizers, piano), Felix Hanemann (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Guy Gelso (percussion, backing vocals) formed Zebra in 1975 in New Orleans before moving to Long Island.  They were originally a cover band, playing rock with a prog rock bent from groups like Led Zeppelin, Yes, and Jethro Tull.  The band took the name Zebra after seeing a Vogue magazine cover featuring a model riding a zebra.   It would be eight years from their founding before this eponymously named album would be their debu...
2022-08-2944 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 - April: Zebra “Zebra”Zebra is one of the great underrated bands of the 80's.  Randy Jackson (lead vocals, guitars, synthesizers, piano), Felix Hanemann (bass, keyboards, backing vocals) and Guy Gelso (percussion, backing vocals) formed Zebra in 1975 in New Orleans before moving to Long Island.  They were originally a cover band, playing rock with a prog rock bent from groups like Led Zeppelin, Yes, and Jethro Tull.  The band took the name Zebra after seeing a Vogue magazine cover featuring a model riding a zebra.   It would be eight years from their founding before this eponymously named album would be their debu...
2022-08-2944 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenPubshed Garden GamesRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 3 Episode No 3 - Pubshed Garden Ganes Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Episode number three of season three of pubshed talk and general reflections on life. Pub sheddies up and down the U.K. have enjoyed great weather in the summer of 2022 and it’s been great for traditional and not so traditional games that can be played in your garden. Rowan and Alan discuss their favourite games in the hallowed halls of @thedumbuckityscourie...
2022-08-2322 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenCrumbsRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 3 Episode No 2 - Crumbs! Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Episode number two of season three of pubshed talk and general reflections on life. What are the UKs favourite biscuits. Rowan and Alan discuss and disagree about the top twenty biscuits in the hallowed halls of @thedumbuckityscourie - Dumbarton’s Premier Pub Shed. We also continue with our series of café reviews and this week we feature the @hill_hart_coffee shop in...
2022-08-1624 minTwice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast
Twice Nightly: The Theatre PodcastMelanie Lewis: Launching The Shakespeare North PlayhouseJoin Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to the Chief Executive of the brand spanking new Shakespeare North Playhouse, Melanie Lewis. With a variety of productions ready to bring the playhouse to life, our hosts discuss everything from Ken Dodd's Memorial Garden to The Lord Chamberlain's Men, with a brief stop including glow sticks and Johnny Vegas on the way! Find out more about how you can get involved with the Shakespeare North Playhouse and be part of their grand opening on the 15th of July 2022 at ... https://shakespearenorthplayhouse.co.uk/event/all-the-joy-that-you-can-wish.  Appear on the s...
2022-07-101h 16Twice Nightly: The Theatre Podcast
Twice Nightly: The Theatre PodcastGuy Unsworth: Mr Bean, Spamalot & Frank Spencer On TourJoin Maria Lovelady & Michael Alan-Bailey as they chat to the theatre director who is taking the world by storm, Guy Unsworth. With a variety of productions under his belt, Guy's latest offering is a self-penned adaptation of the classic sitcom ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em’. We talk everything from leading man (and comedy royalty) Joe Pasquale’s task of taking on the iconic role of Frank Spencer, to those daring and hilarious stunts that made Michael Crawford (and roller skates) a household name.  Tickets are still available for ‘Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em’ which is touring the UK in some...
2022-07-0455 minPressing Issues!
Pressing Issues!Fantastic Four: Heroes Return and Solve EverythingThe fourth part of our Origins and Entry Points miniseries, and the first Marvel episode, in which we take a look at the beloved Fantastic Four. The comics we will be looking at today include:Fantastic Four Vol. 3 issues #1-3: Heroes Return (1998) - Written by Scott Lobdell, illustrated by Alan Davis, inked by Mark Farmer, lettered by Richard Starkings and Comicraft, coloured by Liquid!Fantastic Four Vol. 1 issues #570-572: Solve Everything (2009) - Written by Jonathan Hickman, illustrated by Dale Eaglesham, coloured by Paul Mounts, lettered by Rus WootonYou can buy these comics...
2022-05-221h 14Radio Leven
Radio LevenSome Hae MeatRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 2 Episode No 11 - Some Hae Meat Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Blethering from Alan and Rowan in this week’s visit to the Dumbuckity Scourie. Rabbie Burns - Scotland’s famous bard (poet) - some interesting facts revealed about the man. Use our feedback facility via Spotify and Anchor to give us feedback Contact us - radioleven372@gmail.com Let us know what you think. You can leave a voice message usin...
2022-01-2317 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenChit Chat (This 'n' That)Radio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 2 Episode No 10 - Chit Chat (This n That) Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Chit chat from Alan and Rowan in this week’s visit to the Dumbuckity Scourie.  Salt on your chips, favourite films and Mrs Rowan’s bare feet phobia.  Use our feedback facility via Spotify and Anchor and answer our episode question. Contact us - radioleven372@gmail.com Let us know what you think. You can leave a voic...
2022-01-1615 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1967 - October: Buffalo Springfield “Buffalo Springfield Again”Buffalo Springfield was a fusion of Canadian and American musicians, and was also a fusion of folk, country, and psychedelic rock.  The band lineup included Canadians Neil Young, Bruce Palmer, and Dewey Martin, and Americans Stephen Stills and Richie Furay.  While their debut album was recorded quickly, their second album, Buffalo Springfield Again, would be recorded over a period of nine months.  This was due to Young frequently departing from the band, and to bassist Bruce Palmer being deported and having to sneak into the country illegally to record the album. Young and Stills had met in 1965 in...
2022-01-1033 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1967 - October: Buffalo Springfield “Buffalo Springfield Again”Buffalo Springfield was a fusion of Canadian and American musicians, and was also a fusion of folk, country, and psychedelic rock.  The band lineup included Canadians Neil Young, Bruce Palmer, and Dewey Martin, and Americans Stephen Stills and Richie Furay.  While their debut album was recorded quickly, their second album, Buffalo Springfield Again, would be recorded over a period of nine months.  This was due to Young frequently departing from the band, and to bassist Bruce Palmer being deported and having to sneak into the country illegally to record the album. Young and Stills had met in 1965 in...
2022-01-1033 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenAnti/Reverse Bucket ListRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 2 Episode No 6 - Anti/Reverse Bucket List Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Back in the pub - isn’t that what Sundays are for? Most people have a bucket list - a to do schedule of exciting things to tackle. Alan and Rowan have a different take. Contact us - radioleven372@gmail.com Let us know what you think. You can leave a voice message using the Anchor.fm app - https://anchor.fm...
2021-12-1214 minRadio Leven
Radio LevenGuilty PleasuresRadio Leven 372 A podcast from Dumbarton - inane chatter. Season 2 Episode No 5 - Guilty Pleasures Inane chatter from Mrs Rowan and Alan. Back in the pub - isn’t that what Sundays are for? What are YOUR guilty pleasures? Mrs Rowan and Alan have a chuckle over their own “secret” vices. Contact us - radioleven372@gmail.com Let us know what you think. You can leave a voice message using the Anchor.fm app - https://anchor.fm/radioleven Listen on Spotify - https...
2021-11-2817 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - December: REO Speedwagon “Hi Infidelity”Hi Infidelity would be the biggest selling rock album of 1981, and would be the high water mark for REO Speedwagon.  The band at the time was Kevin Chronin on lead vocals, Gary Richrath on lead guitars, Neal Doughty on keyboards, Bruce Hall on bass, and Alan Gratzer on drums. REO Speedwagon started out in 1967, and the name comes from a 1915 truck called the REO Speed Wagon.  Neal Doughty saw the name on the blackboard in his History of Transportation class as an electrical engineering major at the University of Illinois in Champaign, and thought the name was co...
2021-09-2036 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1980 - December: REO Speedwagon “Hi Infidelity”Hi Infidelity would be the biggest selling rock album of 1981, and would be the high water mark for REO Speedwagon.  The band at the time was Kevin Chronin on lead vocals, Gary Richrath on lead guitars, Neal Doughty on keyboards, Bruce Hall on bass, and Alan Gratzer on drums. REO Speedwagon started out in 1967, and the name comes from a 1915 truck called the REO Speed Wagon.  Neal Doughty saw the name on the blackboard in his History of Transportation class as an electrical engineering major at the University of Illinois in Champaign, and thought the name was co...
2021-09-2036 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1985 - May: Dire Straits “Brothers In Arms”Although they had been steadily growing in popularity since their debut in the mid-70's, Dire Straits would become a household name with their fifth studio album, Brothers In Arms.  Between the catchy hooks accessible on both rock and adult contemporary radio, and the video-driven appeal of the group on MTV, DIre Strats became an arena group in 1985. This album found Dire Straits composed of John Illsley on bass, Terry Williams on drums, Alan Clark on piano and organ, Guy Fletcher on synthesizer, and of course the primary driver, songwriter, and co-producer for the album was Mark K...
2021-05-1046 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1985 - May: Dire Straits “Brothers In Arms”Although they had been steadily growing in popularity since their debut in the mid-70's, Dire Straits would become a household name with their fifth studio album, Brothers In Arms.  Between the catchy hooks accessible on both rock and adult contemporary radio, and the video-driven appeal of the group on MTV, DIre Strats became an arena group in 1985. This album found Dire Straits composed of John Illsley on bass, Terry Williams on drums, Alan Clark on piano and organ, Guy Fletcher on synthesizer, and of course the primary driver, songwriter, and co-producer for the album was Mark K...
2021-05-1046 minFeel No Shame
Feel No Shame#8 - A Counsellor Who Had Suicidal Thoughts And Now Feels No ShameEpisode 8, The Last One...maybe.  @rowanlongcounselling here, writing out the description for the episode with frosty hands on an early morning dog walk on the Notes app - an app I used back in the day to draft suicide notes which nobody ever saw, thankfully.  I want to say a massive thank you to Al for listening, gently questioning, and for always being there to allow me to vent. I sincerely hope this episode helps others but I’m also conscious that there is so much more that I could have said which ju...
2021-04-301h 19Feel No Shame
Feel No Shame#7 - Exercise, Emigration and Existential CrisesEpisode 7, and the George awakens bright and early from sunny Australia to chat to us about all things exercise and mental health. @georgethomas_92, aka @coachgeorgethomas talks us through how exercise has helped him find fulfilment both personally and professionally, particularly while thousands of miles away from his supportive family unit.  It was great to speak with Gorgeous George; his passion and determination shines through and really proves the resilience which we can all dig deep to find inside of us.  The book George mentioned is 'Ego Is the Enemy' by @ryanholiday...
2021-04-211h 06What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1984 - June: Night Ranger “Midnight Madness”Night Ranger was a reliable hit machine in the mid-80's and their second studio album Midnight Madness was the one that solidified this reputation.  The group originally started as a trio with Jack Blades on bass, Brad Gillis on guitar, and Kelly Keagy on drums.  Keyboardist Alan Fitzgerald came out of the group Montrose to join the band, and he recommended guitarist Jeff Watson.  The group was originally called Stereo, then changed their name to Ranger.  The name was modified to Night Ranger to avoid a trademark infringement with a country band of the same name. Nigh...
2021-03-2942 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1984 - June: Night Ranger “Midnight Madness”Night Ranger was a reliable hit machine in the mid-80's and their second studio album Midnight Madness was the one that solidified this reputation.  The group originally started as a trio with Jack Blades on bass, Brad Gillis on guitar, and Kelly Keagy on drums.  Keyboardist Alan Fitzgerald came out of the group Montrose to join the band, and he recommended guitarist Jeff Watson.  The group was originally called Stereo, then changed their name to Ranger.  The name was modified to Night Ranger to avoid a trademark infringement with a country band of the same name. Nigh...
2021-03-2942 minFeel No Shame
Feel No Shame#6 - Responding To Suicidal ThoughtsEpisode Six and did somebody say “journey”? Yes. We did. A lot.  ‘We’ being Rowan, Al and our guest, Alex, who spoke to us about responding to suicidal ideation as a professional.  Alex was also kind enough to tell us a big part of his own story, and we applaud his candour and bravery to do so. Alex spoke to us about things which he had never really gone into with anybody else previously, and hopefully found some comfort and resolution in doing so. What stands out - and was hopefully emphasised enough - is how...
2021-03-251h 13What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1969 - March: Blood, Sweat & Tears “Blood, Sweat & Tears”Jazz-rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears waited until their second studio album to eponymously name it Blood, Sweat & Tears.  This band would defy convention in many ways.  It was a large band, boasting nine full-time members, and adding a tenth in trumpet player Alan Rubin for one song.  They also played a complex mix of progressive music that would come to be called "jazz-rock."  This album would be the first with David Clayton-Thomas on lead vocals, and would spend seven weeks at the top of the album charts.  It would also be a critical success, netting the band a Grammy Award...
2021-03-2232 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1969 - March: Blood, Sweat & Tears “Blood, Sweat & Tears”Jazz-rock band Blood, Sweat & Tears waited until their second studio album to eponymously name it Blood, Sweat & Tears.  This band would defy convention in many ways.  It was a large band, boasting nine full-time members, and adding a tenth in trumpet player Alan Rubin for one song.  They also played a complex mix of progressive music that would come to be called "jazz-rock."  This album would be the first with David Clayton-Thomas on lead vocals, and would spend seven weeks at the top of the album charts.  It would also be a critical success, netting the band a Grammy Award...
2021-03-2232 minFeel No Shame
Feel No Shame#5 - Suicidal Thoughts and 'Shoulds'Episode 5, and technology strikes back as we gaze upon the lovely face of our guest, Dean Gaylard, but he misses out on our adoring visages as he finds himself speaking to a blank screen for an hour or so.  No matter, as he talks us through struggling to fit in, expectations from family, friends, frenemies and society, as well as describing some of the ways that suicidal feelings can get ‘stuck’ in the body. Stay tuned right until the end for a particular gem of a closing statement from Dean.  Dean is a coun...
2021-03-181h 05Stargate Archives
Stargate ArchivesStargate Theatre - Jason XStargate TheatreJason XWelcome to another episode of Stargate Theatre part of the Stargate Archives podcast, this episode is taking a look at the 2001 scifi/horror movie Jason X which featured Stargate actors Lexa Doig and Chuck Campbell. This movie is the tenth in the Friday The 13th franchise and didn’t do well critically or at the boxoffice but for me it’s easily the most enjoyable “jason” movie. The movie opens with Jason secured at the Crystal Lake Research Facility however the military are intent on taking him for their own rese...
2021-03-1427 minFeel No Shame
Feel No Shame#4 - Suicidal Thoughts After The Death Of A FatherEpisode 4 - Full of hope, as Alan AB transforms from host to interviewee.  Al speaks to the pod about the death of his father and how this affected his own mental health, his coping skills, and his intrusive thoughts as a result.  Flanked by members of the Leeds United staff on his virtual background, Al is anything but artificial; he is open and honest and makes no excuses for what he was going through at the time. He also represents proof that a 15-year-old boy can go through immense trauma and end up...
2021-03-121h 06Feel No Shame
Feel No Shame#3 - Suicidal Thoughts During Adolescence and Using Music To CopeHere we have Episode 3, featuring @charlotteemilymusic4 as our main guest, who we’re massively thankful for in general, but in particular for speaking to a couple of men in their early (Rowan) to mid- (Al) 30s about what it’s like growing up in the modern world.  Charlotte told us beforehand that she was an ‘open book’ and certainly didn’t hold back, providing us with a brutally honest and frank window into her world as an adolescent.  While we can all be consumed by our adult existence, it’s easy to forget sometimes th...
2021-03-0456 minFeel No Shame
Feel No Shame#2 - Perinatal Mental Health and Suicidal ThoughtsWow! What a conversation that was. Episode 2 saw Rowan and Al 'babble talk' with the marvellous @hollyreynsloves about all things perinatal, and although she may modestly flinch at this word, we can confirm that it was inspirational! Holly was open and honest, and detailed her journey from the depths of despair to the position she holds today - ultra powerful mother and mentor to those in a similar situation to where she found herself only a few years ago.  While Al is happy that there isn’t too much editing, such was the confidence and accuracy of...
2021-02-261h 09Feel No Shame
Feel No Shame#1 - The Pilot - Trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Suicidal ThoughtsWe've done it! We've recorded our first ever episode of 'Feel No Shame'. With that in the bag, we look forward to future episodes with real-life guests telling their stories and helping us to take the shame away from suicidal thoughts and feelings. For this episode, it's Rowan and Al introducing themselves, trying (and failing) to use a 'podcast voice' before delving into toxic stress from trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and where and why suicidal parts emerge inside our psyches. Crediting the following books: The Body Keeps The Score...
2021-02-181h 04What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1967 - June: The Hollies “The Hollies’ Greatest Hits”One of the last British Invasion groups of the 1960s, and one of the few grroups that never disbanded, was Manchester's own The Hollies.  Alan Clarke and Graham Nash founded the group, and after a few iterations joined with Vic Steele (lead guitar), Eric Haydock (bass), and Don Rathbone (drums) in a group known as the Deltas.  They would first be known as The Hollies at a Manchester gig in December 1962, taking the name from both the Christmas season and in admiration of Buddy Holly.  By 1967, Steele had been replaced by Tony Hicks, and Rathbone by Bobby Elliott.  Eric Hayd...
2021-02-0830 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1967 - June: The Hollies “The Hollies’ Greatest Hits”One of the last British Invasion groups of the 1960s, and one of the few grroups that never disbanded, was Manchester's own The Hollies.  Alan Clarke and Graham Nash founded the group, and after a few iterations joined with Vic Steele (lead guitar), Eric Haydock (bass), and Don Rathbone (drums) in a group known as the Deltas.  They would first be known as The Hollies at a Manchester gig in December 1962, taking the name from both the Christmas season and in admiration of Buddy Holly.  By 1967, Steele had been replaced by Tony Hicks, and Rathbone by Bobby Elliott.  Eric Hayd...
2021-02-0830 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1986 — February: The Outfield “Play Deep”The tight, well produced sound of Play Deep would make you think that this is the third or fourth album from The Outfield, but this was their debut studio album, and it went triple platinum in the United States.  Percussionist Alan Jackman, guitarist/keyboardist (and songwriter) John Spinks, and bassist/lead vocalist Tony Lewis had worked together since the late 70's, and were in a band called The Baseball Boys when Columbia Records signed them in 1984.  Their manager suggested that the name was a little too "tacky," and this prompted the shift to The Outfield.   The band was...
2020-11-2339 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1986 — February: The Outfield “Play Deep”The tight, well produced sound of Play Deep would make you think that this is the third or fourth album from The Outfield, but this was their debut studio album, and it went triple platinum in the United States.  Percussionist Alan Jackman, guitarist/keyboardist (and songwriter) John Spinks, and bassist/lead vocalist Tony Lewis had worked together since the late 70's, and were in a band called The Baseball Boys when Columbia Records signed them in 1984.  Their manager suggested that the name was a little too "tacky," and this prompted the shift to The Outfield.   The band was...
2020-11-2339 minWilling & Fable
Willing & FableWater Wives - Rusalka & SelkiesUse code WFFALL10 for 10% off your order at Seaglass.usIn our second sponsored episode we talk about two different women of the water.Tracey covers the ruthless Rusalka and Rowan shares the tale of a somber Selkie.Sources‘Faeries’ by Brian Froud and Alan Leehttps://www.thriftbooks.com/w/faeries_david-larkin/313193/item/121143/?mkwid=%7cdc&pcrid=448938662877&pkw=&pmt=&slid=&plc=&pgrid=109793399012&ptaid=pla-894509663962&gclid=Cj0KCQjwufn8BRCwARIsAKzP694IrBq4BqJjocGH3DS7TvLO6V3QEA22IEjGiMgbYaSukSEdmsyzlr0aAiu1EALw_wcB#idiq=4330553&edition=399512San Francisco Operahttps://sfop...
2020-11-101h 30the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & Detective
the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveUnofficial Rosie: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio crime drama by Alan McdonaldPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/398024 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unofficial Rosie: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio crime drama Author: Alan Mcdonald Narrator: Paula Wilcox, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 35 minutes Release date: August 20, 2020 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: A BBC Radio 4 crime drama about a Merseyside mum-turned-private eye Single mum Rosie Monaghan is 39 and redundant. Wondering what to do with the rest of her life – and with two kids to support – she decides to start a new career as a private detective. In Series 1 she begins her first investigation, involving a mystery client and...
2020-08-2005 minDiscover the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & Detective
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Police & DetectiveUnofficial Rosie: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio crime drama by Alan McdonaldPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/398024to listen full audiobooks. Title: Unofficial Rosie: The Complete Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio crime drama Author: Alan Mcdonald Narrator: Paula Wilcox, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 35 minutes Release date: August 20, 2020 Genres: Police & Detective Publisher's Summary: A BBC Radio 4 crime drama about a Merseyside mum-turned-private eye Single mum Rosie Monaghan is 39 and redundant. Wondering what to do with the rest of her life – and with two kids to support – she decides to start a new career as a private detective. In Series 1 she begins her first investigation, involving a mystery client and a se...
2020-08-206h 35What the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1978 — September: Boston “Don’t Look Back”Back in 1976 Boston took the rock world by storm with their debut, and largely self-produced, album.  This highly anticipated second album made its appearance two years later, a span of time which would in retrospect be considered quite fast - no other Boston album would appear for eight years.  Don't Look Back was originally entitled "Arrival," until the band discovered that ABBA had already released an album with that name.   Guitarist and producer Tom Scholz considered the album to be rushed out by the record label, and believed it was too short and needed another song.  This woul...
2020-05-1144 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1978 — September: Boston “Don’t Look Back”Back in 1976 Boston took the rock world by storm with their debut, and largely self-produced, album.  This highly anticipated second album made its appearance two years later, a span of time which would in retrospect be considered quite fast - no other Boston album would appear for eight years.  Don't Look Back was originally entitled "Arrival," until the band discovered that ABBA had already released an album with that name.   Guitarist and producer Tom Scholz considered the album to be rushed out by the record label, and believed it was too short and needed another song.  This woul...
2020-05-1144 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1977 - February: Fleetood Mac ”Rumors”This is the album that turned Fleetwood Mac into a household name.  Originally formed as a blues band in 1967, Fleetwood Mac had taken a turn to more pop-oriented music with their 10th and self-titled album in 1975.  This precursor to Rumors also saw the addition of Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks to the band after the departure of guitarist Bob Welch.  The band toured and promoted that album heavily and their work paid off.  But it would be this eleventh album, Rumors, which would solidify their fame.  The title was suggested by John McVie because he saw that the band membe...
2020-05-0440 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1977 - February: Fleetood Mac ”Rumors”This is the album that turned Fleetwood Mac into a household name.  Originally formed as a blues band in 1967, Fleetwood Mac had taken a turn to more pop-oriented music with their 10th and self-titled album in 1975.  This precursor to Rumors also saw the addition of Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks to the band after the departure of guitarist Bob Welch.  The band toured and promoted that album heavily and their work paid off.  But it would be this eleventh album, Rumors, which would solidify their fame.  The title was suggested by John McVie because he saw that the band membe...
2020-05-0440 minThe Behavior Trap
The Behavior Trap19. Laura Aleszczyk, M.A., BCBA - New JerseyHey everyone! Episode 19 is live! On today's episode I got to speak with Laura Aleszczk. Laura Aleszczyk earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She then went on to obtain her Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement from Rowan University, and a Graduate Certificate in ABA from Florida Institute of Technology. Laura is originally from Delran, NJ, and currently lives near Ocean City, NJ, where you can usually find her on the beach, paddleboarding, or reading a good book. She is currently working as a full...
2020-04-3030 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1990 - September: Depeche Mode “Violator”Depeche Mode made a decision to minimize their pre-production work when they created their seventh studio album.  It must have worked, becauce Violator would become their breakthrough international album.  Keyboardist Andy Fletcher, keyboardist and vocalist Martin Gore, also keyboardist and drum machinist Alan Wilder, and lead man Dave Gahan had previously hit the charts with their 1984 single “People Are People.” This album would see crossover success led by the monster hit “Personal Jesus.”  While the album was released in May of 1990, the last single from the album came out in September 1990. Depeche Mode is best known as a keyboard...
2020-03-2345 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1990 - September: Depeche Mode “Violator”Depeche Mode made a decision to minimize their pre-production work when they created their seventh studio album.  It must have worked, becauce Violator would become their breakthrough international album.  Keyboardist Andy Fletcher, keyboardist and vocalist Martin Gore, also keyboardist and drum machinist Alan Wilder, and lead man Dave Gahan had previously hit the charts with their 1984 single “People Are People.” This album would see crossover success led by the monster hit “Personal Jesus.”  While the album was released in May of 1990, the last single from the album came out in September 1990. Depeche Mode is best known as a keyboard...
2020-03-2345 minMarketing Today with Alan Hart
Marketing Today with Alan Hart181: Clorox’s move into direct-to-consumer with Jackson JeyanayagamDuring this 181st episode of “Marketing Today,” host Alan Hart interviews Jackson Jeyanayagam, the vice president and general manager of direct to consumer businesses at The Clorox Company.  Jeyanayagam's experience spans agencies working with brands like Diageo, P&G, Jordan, and NASCAR to executive digital marketing roles at Chipotle and, most recently, as CMO of Boxed.Jeyanayagam shares about his career and moves from Chipotle to Boxed to Nutranext and the shift from CMO to general manager.  He shares about his approach to growing his teams, the tech stack they are building, and new product launches. “I look for...
2019-11-2644 minHave You Ever?
Have You Ever?6: Alt-J & Another Bullshit Night in Suck CityIt's Episode #6 of 'Have You Ever?', the podcast dedicated to recommendations and friendship. In this episode, Rowan and Svein look back and discuss what they thought of the suggestions made in episode five - 90s classic Reality Bites and the BBC mockumentary People Just Do Nothing. Do let us know what you think of the podcast and our recommendations. We’d love to hear from you! Episode #6 Rowan’s recommendation:
 Another Bullshit Night in Suck City (book) Svein’s recommendation:
 Alt-J (music) We also chat about:
 You Kominsky Method Michael Douglas Alan Arkin Wonder Boys Crime novels (and our upcoming spec...
2019-03-0200 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next GenEpisode 27: Christmas Songs that RockEpisode 27 — Christmas Songs that ROCK We're trying something new in this podcast, folks. As Christmas approaches, we're highlighting some of the Rock and Roll Christmas songs we've heard over the years. From the sublime to the slightly corny, covers to originals, Rock music has lent its voice to the Advent season. Join us this week as we review some of the classics and deeper cuts that have made for a Rock and Roll Christmas season. Bing Crosby and David Bowie - Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy This song was featured in September of 1977 for "Bing Cr...
2018-12-0345 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next GenEpisode 27: Christmas Songs that RockEpisode 27 — Christmas Songs that ROCK We're trying something new in this podcast, folks. As Christmas approaches, we're highlighting some of the Rock and Roll Christmas songs we've heard over the years. From the sublime to the slightly corny, covers to originals, Rock music has lent its voice to the Advent season. Join us this week as we review some of the classics and deeper cuts that have made for a Rock and Roll Christmas season. Bing Crosby and David Bowie - Peace on Earth/Little Drummer Boy This song was featured in September of 1977 for "Bing Cr...
2018-12-0345 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1982 - July - Pictures at Eleven - Robert PlantJULY of 1982 “Pictures at Eleven” by Robert Plant With drummer John Bonham's death in 1980, Led Zeppelin disbanded. “Pictures at Eleven” was Zeppelin front man Robert Plant's debut solo album — one that Rob appreciated even more than Zepplin. Plant put together an excellent collection of talent to help out, including Genesis drummer Phil Collins and ex-Rainbow drummer Cozy Powell, session guitarist Robbie Blunt, and Black Sabbath keyboardist Jezz Woodroffe. “Pictures at Eleven” was released in June 1982 and hit number 5 on the Billboard 100 in July. We hope you enjoy “Burning Down One Side” of this trip down the 1982 memory lane. “Burn...
2018-11-1243 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1982 - July - Pictures at Eleven - Robert PlantJULY of 1982 “Pictures at Eleven” by Robert Plant With drummer John Bonham's death in 1980, Led Zeppelin disbanded. “Pictures at Eleven” was Zeppelin front man Robert Plant's debut solo album — one that Rob appreciated even more than Zepplin. Plant put together an excellent collection of talent to help out, including Genesis drummer Phil Collins and ex-Rainbow drummer Cozy Powell, session guitarist Robbie Blunt, and Black Sabbath keyboardist Jezz Woodroffe. “Pictures at Eleven” was released in June 1982 and hit number 5 on the Billboard 100 in July. We hope you enjoy “Burning Down One Side” of this trip down the 1982 memory lane. “Burn...
2018-11-1243 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 Dec - Yes - 90125FEATURE: Yes - 90125 from DECEMBER 1983 Yes disbanded after a disappointing run with their tenth album Drama in 1980. Former Yes members Chris Squire, Alan White, and Tony Kaye joined with newcomer Trevor Rabin to form a new group called Cinema. The new group would trend towards more mainstream tastes, with shorter songs but maintaining excellent musicality. But after asking Jon Anderson to join the group, they made the decision to revert the name back to Yes. ​The resulting album, 90125​, was the biggest commercial success of the Yes discography. Cinema This instrumental track bears the name of t...
2018-06-1837 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
What the Riff Next Gen1983 Dec - Yes - 90125FEATURE: Yes - 90125 from DECEMBER 1983 Yes disbanded after a disappointing run with their tenth album Drama in 1980. Former Yes members Chris Squire, Alan White, and Tony Kaye joined with newcomer Trevor Rabin to form a new group called Cinema. The new group would trend towards more mainstream tastes, with shorter songs but maintaining excellent musicality. But after asking Jon Anderson to join the group, they made the decision to revert the name back to Yes. ​The resulting album, 90125​, was the biggest commercial success of the Yes discography. Cinema This instrumental track bears the name of t...
2018-06-1837 minWhat the Riff Next Gen
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2018-06-0141 minRadioLacan.com
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The Video Shop Podcast#45 - David Bowie and Alan RickmanCal and Sam talk about the wonderful careers of David Bowie and Alan Rickman who will be sorely missed.Show Notes: David Bowie The Labyrinth Extras Bowie Life on Mars Alan Rickman Love Actually Rowan Atkinson Gift Wrapping Scene Die Hard Galaxy Quest The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Movie Alice in Wonderland Harry Potter Sanspants Radio Brian Bedford Listen to David Bowie Watch Alan Rickman
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