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Help on the WayA Show of Firsts -3/23/74I’ve got to moooooove. Because this week, our host FiG is heading to the Cow Place. It’s March 23rd, 1974 and the Grateful Dead are playing in Daly City, California. Along the way, discussions abound about Meet Up at the Movies 2025, The Wall of Sound, and a show of firsts. U.S. Blues The Promised Land Brown Eyed Women Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Black Throated Wind Scarlet Begonias Beat It On Down The Line It Must Have Been The Roses El Paso Deal Cassidy China Cat Sunflow...2025-07-101h 46

Help on the WayMoogsploitation ft/Dew Roller - 9/22/93It’s not really square, and it’s not really a garden, and I don’t know who Madison is. But this week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by special guest Dew Roller to talk head to New York City. It’s September 22nd, 1993, and the Grateful Dead are playing Madison Square Garden. Along the way, discussions abound about Tiny Tim, the history of Dark Star, and what makes a good sit-in. Watch FiG and Dew Roller appear on the Unmixed and Unmastered podcast about Brian Eno's ambient series: https://youtu.be/a1eSmPLmbds?si=Jmls1rOkJ...2025-07-012h 35

Help on the WayBad Game - 12/4/71Run Rudolph Run! It’s time for Christmas in… June. This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to New York City. It’s December 4th, 1971, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Felt Forum at Madison Square Garden. Conversations abounded about the West LA Giveaway, The Felt Forum, and a very "farty" kick drum. Truckin' Sugaree Mr. Charlie Beat It On Down The Line Tennessee Jed Jack Straw Run Rudolph Run You Win Again Me and Bobby McGee Comes A Time El Paso Smok...2025-06-251h 47

Help on the WayThe Frampitheatre - 4/30/88The Frampitheatre Comes Alive! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Palo Alto. It’s April 30th, 1988 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Frost Ampitheatre in Palo Alto, California. Along the way, discussions abound about the passing of Sly Stone, the debut of Let the Good Times Roll, and rare encores Good Times > Feel Like a Stranger Row Jimmy Walking Blues Hey Pocky Way Ramble on Rose Let It Grow Shakedown Street Man Smart Woman Smarter Ship of Fools > Playin’ in the Band >...2025-06-162h 07

Help on the WayA Wild KnobPod Appeared - 3/24/71No better cure for the summertime blues than a quick trip to Winterland. This week, our host Knob is heading to San Francisco. It’s March 24th, 1971 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Winterland Arena. Along the way, discussions abound about Pigpen’s strengths as player and singer, how songs evolved in ‘71, and how Knob’s voice was shredded at karaoke. Greatest Story Ever Told > Johnny B. Goode Next Time You See Me Loser Truckin > Drums > The Other One Bertha Sugar Magnolia I’m a King Bee Beat It...2025-06-121h 32

Help on the WayI am Tired and FiG is Sticky - 7/6/86Happy sixth of July! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are headed down to Washington DC. It’s July 6th, 1986 and the Grateful Dead are playing at RFK Stadium. On the way, discussions abound about whether GD60 is streamed, Boss Baby Game, and the return of the West LA Giveaway. Hell In A Bucket > Sugaree Me & My Uncle > Big River Row Jimmy Cassidy Althea Let It Grow Saint Of Circumstance > Iko Iko Looks Like Rain > He's Gone > Drums > Space > Stella Blue >2025-06-041h 38

Help on the WayWest LA Giveaway - 6/8/93Grab your gloves! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Michigan. It’s June 8th, 1993, and the Grateful Dead are playing at The Palace in Auburn, Michigan. Discussions abound about JRAD in Asbury Park, the history of That Would Be Something, and our first ever West LA Giveaway… For giveaway guesses, please email helponthewaypod@gmail.com Picasso Moon Althea Queen Jane Approximately It Must Have Been The Roses It's All Over Now Bird Song Truckin' > New Speedway Boogie > That Would Be Something > Way...2025-05-281h 39

Help on the WayHe Likes Flat Sevenths and He Cannot Lie - 7/6/90This week, we’re headlights on a southbound train. Our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Louisville, Kentucky. It’s July 6th, 1990, and the Grateful Dead are playing at Cardinals Stadium. Along the way, discussions abound about the mixolydian scale, Dead and Co’s San Francisco shows, and what makes Standing on the Moon so good. Hell in a Bucket > Sugaree Easy to Love You Peggy-O Desolation Row West LA Fadeaway Picasso Moon Ramble on Rose Music Never Stopped China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider...2025-05-212h 22

Help on the WayIt's Always Saturday in Philadelphia (ft/Knob's Dad) - 7/10/87More like Dyladelphia, am I right? This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Knob’s dad, as we head down the golden road (well, really I-676). It’s July 10th, 1987, and the Grateful Dead are playing at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, PA. Discussions abound about an iguana named Iko, the story of Black Peter, and, of course, the 2024 movie A Complete Unknown. Iko Iko Jack Straw Sugaree New Minglewood Blues Althea My Brother Esau When Push Comes to Shove Cassidy China Cat Sunflower > I Know You...2025-05-123h 17

Help on the WayPost-Sphere FiG - 5/10/78Go to Haven! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to New Haven, Connecticut. It’s May 10th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing Veterans’ Memorial Coliseum. It’s the night before the mescaline show, and the band is having a lot of fun. Discussions abound about FiG’s trip to the sphere. Jack Straw They Love Each Other Cassidy Ramble On Rose Me and My Uncle > Big River Peggy-O Let It Grow > Deal Bertha > Good Lovin' It Must Have Been The Roses Estimate...2025-05-021h 37

Help on the WayNeigh for High Time - 3/24/95Don’t kick the Hornets nest! This week, our hosts FiG, Game, and Knob are heading to Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s March 24th, 1995 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about FiG’s upcoming trip to The Sphere, how audience energy feeds a show, and whether or not If the Shoe Fits is a good song. Feel Like a Stranger Stagger Lee Minglewood Blues High Time If the Shoe Fits Black Throated Wind Bird Song > Promised Land Here Comes Sunshi...2025-04-241h 37

Help on the WayQLLP - 1/27/69 and 6/21/95Two coasts, three decades apart. This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Seattle and then taking a red-eye straight to Albany. They listen to a Spanish Jam from January 27th, 1968 at the [Go] Eagles[!] Auditorium. Then they check out all of March 21st, 1995 at the Knickerbocker Arena. Discussions abound about The Sphere, FiG’s new found love of 1995 Dead, and a surprising grade for this Scarlet > Fire. Hell In A Bucket Loser Take Me To The River Row Jimmy Broken Arrow Promised Land Scarlet Begonias > Fire On...2025-04-193h 08

Help on the WayDeextinction - 10/23/72As the Bucks make their way towards the playoffs*, we make our way to Milwaukee! This week, our host FiG is getting himself a mansion in Wisconsin. It’s October 23rd, 1972, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Milwaukee Performing Arts Center. Discussions abound about the deextinction of the Dire Wolf, Dave’s Picks 54, and the free GD Channel on Sirius XM. *show description written on 4/10/25, Bucks may no longer be making their way to the playoffs by the time you see this. The Promised Land Sugaree Big River Loser Jack...2025-04-131h 40

Help on the WayGo To Prison - 8/4/71We got the Terminal Island Correctional Facility Blues. This week our host FiG is heading to San Pedro, California. It’s August 4th, 1971 and the Grateful Dead are playing Terminal Island Correctional Facility. Discussions abound about Bobby Weir and the Wolf Bros in London and Herb Greene’s passing. Truckin' Yellow Dog Story Bertha Me And Bobby McGee Hard To Handle China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Loser Playing In The Band Next Time You See Me Me And My Uncle Casey Jones Cumberland Blue...2025-04-042h 22

Help on the WayAn Oy Vey of a Bobby Slide Solo - 5/8/81Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Uniondale, New York. It’s May 8th, 1981 and the Grateful Dead are playing at Nassau Coliseum. Discussions abound about Ken Jennings’ favorite Grateful Dead songs, the start of the Sphere run, and the platonic ideal of a Loser. Jack Straw Peggy-O Me and My Uncle > Big River Loser C.C. Rider > Althea Let It Grow > Don’t Ease Me In Shakedown Street > Samson and Delilah Terrapin Station > Playin’ in the Band > Drum...2025-03-293h 16

Help on the WayHonking the Car Horn Like Miles Davis - 4/26/77I’m in love with a Jersey show. This week, our host Knob celebrates their home state. It’s April 26, 1977 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the a Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey. Discussions abound about what to expect from the Sphere, the importance of Betty Cantor-Jackson and the transitional nature of 1977. Bertha Me and My Uncle It Must Have Been the Roses Cassidy Tennessee Jed Big River Friend of the Devil Estimated Prophet Deal Good Lovin’ Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Todeloo Dancin’ in the Stre...2025-03-221h 45

Help on the Way"You People Will Cheer for Anything" - 6/22/8686 those blues, June 86 that is. This week, our host Knob is heading to Berkeley, California. It’s June 22nd, 1986 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Greek Theatre. Along the way, discussions abound about the best year for Row Jimmy, what separates New Minglewood Blues, and the podcast becomes a true crime podcast about Terrapin Crossroads. Jack Straw It Must Have Been The Roses Cassidy Row Jimmy Minglewood Blues > Big Railroad Blues Mama Tried > Big River Stagger Lee Hell In A Bucket > Might As Well 2025-03-131h 17

Help on the WayHelp on the Way (LA) - 4/11/89This week, our host FiG finds himself in Rosemont, Illinois. It’s April 11th, 1989, and the Grateful Dead are playing the Rosemont Horizon. Discussions abound about a rare off night for Bobby, Help on the Way LA, and executive producer Baby Game executive producing Game right off the show. Shakedown Street Little Red Rooster Friend Of The Devil Victim Or The Crime Built To Last We Can Run Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again Deal Samson and Delilah Crazy Fingers Playin' In Th...2025-03-071h 47

Help on the WayHBD Terrapin/Estimated! 🎂 - 2/2/68Keep it weird! This week, our host FiG is heading to Portland, Oregon. It’s February 2nd, 1968 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Crystal Ballroom. Discussions abound about David Gans’ new course at Stanford and the anniversary of Estimated Prophet and Terrapin Station. Viola Lee Blues > Feedback That’s It For The Other One > Clementine > Good Morning Little Schoolgirl 2025-02-2853 min

Help on the WayBook of La Bambas - 9/7/87It’s all about La Bamba! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are headed to Providence, Rhode Island. It’s September 7th, 1987 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Providence Civic Center. Discussions abound about La Bamba the song, La Bamba the movie, and you guessed it, La Bamba. Feel Like A Stranger > Franklin's Tower Walkin' Blues When Push Comes To Shove My Brother Esau It Must Have Been The Roses Far From Me Let It Grow Iko Iko Saint Of Circumstance Ship of Fool...2025-02-211h 59

Help on the WayThe Game Show - 9/12/85We’re going to Oakland, eh? This week, our host Game is heading to Oakland, California. It’s September 12th, 1985 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center. Along the way discussions abound about DogFish Head’s new Grateful Dead pale ale. Greatest Story Ever Told > Bertha It's All Over Now Row Jimmy My Brother Esau > Big Railroad Blues > Looks Like Rain > Might As Well Help On The Way > Slipknot! > Franklin's Tower > Playin' In The Band > Drums > The Other...2025-02-142h 36

Help on the WayWhere Scarlet Meets Fire (ft. JWGIII) - 3/23/95Bruuuuuce. Hornsby, that is. This week FiG is joined by longtime friend of the pod JWG3! It’s March 23rd, 1995 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum in Charlotte, NC. Along the way, discussions abound about the MusicCares benefit, Pearl Jam, and the power of Grateful Dead podcasts. Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo Wang Dang Doodle Cold Rain and Snow El Paso Loser Easy Answers So Many Roads Unbroken Chain Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain > Corrina > Mathilda > Drums > Space > Da...2025-02-063h 00

Help on the Way"Last Lost Live Tape" - 7/15/89It’ll always be Deer Creek to me! This week, FiG heads to Noblesville, Indiana by his lonesome. A FiGpod!! It’s July 15th, 1989 and the Grateful Dead are playing Deer Creek Music Center. Monologues abound about the last lost live show being found, and FiG wraps up season 3! Bertha Greatest Story Ever Told Candyman Walkin' Blues Peggy-O Queen Jane Approximately We Can Run Bird Song Foolish Heart > Victim Or The Crime > Crazy Fingers > Truckin' > Smokestack Lightnin' > Drums > Space > China Doll > ...2025-01-311h 16

Help on the WayApex Donna (w/Mike from Guess the Year) - 11/16/78He is a friend of mine! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Mike from Guess the Year! It’s November 16th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Uptown Theater in Chicago, IL. Discussions abound about MusicCares, the one song theory, and our evolving relationship with Grateful Dead music. Check out Guess the Year : https://guesstheyear.net/ And come see his show at The Bitter End on 2/16 : https://donyc.com/events/2025/2/16/guess-the-year-tickets New Minglewood Blues Dire Wolf Me & My Uncle > Big River They Love Ea...2025-01-232h 31

Help on the WayAttending Oops Middle Right Two Solo Which Rocks - 2/17/79Fare you well, Keith and Donna! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are listening to the Grateful Dead’s February 17th, 1979 show at the Oakland Coliseum. Discussions abound about the Grateful Dead’s most played venues, Dead Ahead, and what Knob’s eating for breakfast (the answer may surprise you.) Greatest Story Ever Told Don't Ease Me In Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Friend Of The Devil Passenger High Time Looks Like Rain Jack A Roe Lazy Lightning > Supplication Might As Well I Need A Mira...2025-01-171h 39

Help on the WayPeggy-O's Baby Picture - 12/10/73Well, I do declare! This week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Charlotte, North Carolina. It’s December 10th, 1973 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about Jam Band New Years Shows, the first Peggy-O, and Donna’s maternity leave from the band. Bertha Mexicali Blues Deal Jack Straw Tennessee Jed Big River Don't Ease Me In El Paso Brown-Eyed Women Playin’ in the Band Promised Land Peggy-O Me & My Uncle Row Jimmy Me...2025-01-112h 08

Help on the WayAnd a Happy New Weir - 3/9/92Just a quick one with FiG and Knob as we ring in the new year and featuring set 2 of 3/9/92! One Jack Straw (6:00) ; West L.A. Fadeaway (8:16) ; Me And My Uncle(3:06) > Big River (6:40) ; Row Jimmy (11:09) ; Cassidy (7:03) ; Deal (9:13) Two Victim Or The Crime (7:27) ; Iko Iko (10:49) ; Corrina (11:37) > Dark Star (14:13) > Drums (12:15) > Space (14:28) > I Need A Miracle (6:33) > Morning Dew (12:50) Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction (6:15) 2025-01-021h 30

Help on the WayWe Wish You a Jerry Christmas - 7/31/71Happy holidays from all of us at the Help on the Way podcast! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob trade their mixing bowls for the Yale Bowl. Yes, it’s Christmas in July- July 31st, 1971 to be precise - and the Grateful Dead are playing in New Haven, Connecticut. Discussions abound about the first Mr. Charlie, the Kennedy Center Honors, and a The Who concert that both our hosts were at… Truckin' Sugaree Mr. Charlie Mama Tried Big Railroad Blues Hard To Handle Loser Playin' In The Band > Dark...2024-12-272h 06

Help on the WayA Europe 72 Show on Steroids - 9/10/72This week, the podcast goes to Hollywood! Our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to the Hollywood Palladium. It’s September 10th, 1972 and the Grateful Dead are playing with special guest David Crosby. Along the way, discussions abound about the differences between Europe 72 and Fall 72, Zakir Hussain, and the best Beat It On Down the Line intro we’ve ever heard. Follow Us : https://helponthewaypod.podbean.com/ Email Us : helponthewaypod@gmail.com YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/@HelpOnTheWayPod Bluesky : https://bsky.app/profile/helponthewaypod.bsky.social Bertha Greatest Story Ever Told Mi...2024-12-204h 01

Help on the WayThe Dead Strategy of Free - 4/2/90 (feat. David Davis, author of The Economic History of the Grateful Dead)It’s Hot ‘Lanta! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by David Davis, author of the new book “The Economic History of the Grateful Dead,” aka Grateful Seconds. They’re heading down to Atlanta for the Grateful Dead’s April 2nd, 1990 show at The Omni Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about the future of the Grateful Dead vault, the Kennedy Center Honors, and why the band dropped Death Don’t Have No Mercy. Email davidadavis@gmail.com to order signed first copy editions of the book! Also available on Amazon. Feel Like A Strange...2024-12-122h 21

Help on the WayJust Like the Hangover - 7/6/84It’s all uphill from here! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are headed to Wisconsin. It’s July 6th, 1984 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, Wisconsin. Discussions abound about Graham’s donor rap, a solid Little Red Rooster, and the history of FiG and Knob’s friendship. Iko Iko Jack Straw > Big Railroad Blues Little Red Rooster Candyman Me & My Uncle > Mexicali Blues Bird Song Let It Grow China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Ship...2024-12-071h 32

Help on the WayEven the Feedback's in Tune - 7/5/69BEAR with us, because this week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Chicago. It’s July 5th, 1969 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Kinetic Playground in Chicago, IL. Along the way, discussions abound about Bob Weir’s future plans, Incredible Machine, and a Baby Blue that physically hurts. Morning Dew Dark Star > St. Stephen > The Eleven > It's All Over Now, Baby Blue China Cat Sunflower > High Time > Mama Tried Hard To Handle Casey Jones Turn on Your Lovelight 2024-11-281h 40

Help on the WayFlourishful, Iowa - 8/10/82Those cornfed fillies start looking good! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Iowa! Specifically, the Iowa Fieldhouse at Iowa University in Iowa City, Iowa. It’s August 10th, 1982, and the Grateful Dead are wrapping up their summer tour! Discussions abound about skipping past technical difficulties, Bob Weir’s recent career moves, and the power of dynamics. Feel Like A Stranger Friend Of The Devil New Minglewood Blues Tennessee Jed Cassidy It Must Have Been The Roses Beer Barrel Polka > On The Road Again > Beat It On D...2024-11-222h 12

Help on the WayYou're Wrong and You're Ugly - 9/18/90We’re having a Garden Party! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to New York City! It’s September 18th, 1990 and the Grateful Dead are playing at Madison Square Garden! Discussions abound about Hornsby’s early days, an awesome Foolish Heart jam, and we finally solve the age old question of whether Picasso Moon is good or not. Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo New Minglewood Blues Loser Picasso Moon Row Jimmy Desolation Row To Lay Me Down Promised Land Eyes Of The World > Estimated Prophet > Fooli...2024-11-153h 29

Help on the WayListen to the Music Play - 12/30/69We're shipping up to Boston to feature Set 2 of an iconic late 1969 gig from a venue with one of my favorite names ever: The Boston Tea Party! Game-pod only this week so conversation does not abound but the jams do, especially that dope Dark Star (with the windchimes). Here's the set: One - Intro [1:31] ; Good Lovin' [1:43] > Drums [1:16] > Good Lovin' [6:08];[1:27] ; Mama Tried [2:29];[0:30] ; New Speedway Boogie [8:33];[1:04] ; Casey Jones [3:57];[0:39] ; Black Peter [12:35];[0:34] ; Me And My Uncle [3:02];[1:02] ; Midnight Hour [10:01];[1:01] ; Cumberland Blues [6:00]%[1:01] ; Cryptical Envelopment [2:03] > Drums [4:54] > The Other...2024-11-101h 12

Help on the WayRIP Phil - 10/11/77Such a long long time to be gone and a short time to be there. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob break format to eulogize Phil Lesh. The pair discuss Phil’s countless contributions to the Grateful Dead, the ways in which Phil helped build up the modern jam band scene, and ours hosts’ chances to see Phil and Friends live. 2024-10-313h 09

Help on the WayLadies and Gentlemen...Mickey and the Hartbeats - 10/10/68This week on the Help on the Way pod we cover… another band??? Well, not really. This week, our host Knob takes us on a little dive into a show from Mickey and the Hartbeats. It’s October 10th, 1968 at The Matrix in San Francisco. Knob dives into the history of Mickey and the Hartbeats and the jams they played, as well as the return of archive.org. Jam It's A Sin Next Time You See Me Jam The Rub Jam Look On Yonder Wall Jam > Turn On Your Lovelight Jam > Dru...2024-10-253h 00

Help on the WayHappy Birthday Bob Weir! or You've Got a Point - 9/16/88Start spreading the news! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are melting these little town blues away. It’s September 16th, 1988, and the Grateful Dead are playing Madison Square Garden. Along the way, discussions abound about our favorite music movies, Jerry’s subtle swagger, and King Kong. Hey Pocky Way New Minglewood Blues Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo Me and My Uncle > Mexicali Blues To Lay Me Down When I Paint My Masterpiece Bird Song China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Ship of Fools Estima...2024-10-171h 43

Help on the WayBottom Bun of the Jamburger - 3/22/87The mothership is taking off! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to Hampton, Virginia for the Grateful Dead’s March 22nd, 1987 show at Hampton Coliseum. Discussions abound about the archive.org hack, the new Dave’s Picks, and whether the real Scarlet > Fire jam was in Estimated Prophet all along. Hell in a Bucket Sugaree It's All Over Now West L.A. Fadeaway El Paso When Push Comes to Shove Cassidy Deal Sugar Magnolia > Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain > Estimated Prophet > D...2024-10-121h 38

Help on the WayThe $20 Peso Coin Flip - 7/5/78It’s a wild kingdom! Cause this week, our hosts Game and FiG are going to Omaha. It’s July 5th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Omaha Civic Auditorium. Discussions abound about Billy Strings’ baby, Knob slander, and the death of Kris Kristofferson. Sugaree Beat It On Down The Line They Love Each Other Looks Like Rain Dire Wolf It's All Over Now Candyman Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication Deal Samson And Delilah Ship Of Fools Estimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Drums > Space...2024-10-032h 21

Help on the WayGuess what fans, you are welcome! - 4/4/93*Repost due to tech issue!* Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Uniondale, NY for the Grateful Dead’s April 4th, 1993 show. Discussions abound about Vince’s role in the band, GD60 rumors, and well wishes to The Professor from DeadPod. In the Midnight Hour Sugaree Walkin' Blues Dire Wolf When I Paint My Masterpiece So Many Roads Eternity Bird Song Eyes Of The World Samson & Delilah Broken Arrow Estimated Prophet > Drums* > Space > The O...2024-09-301h 29

Help on the WayGuess what fans, you are welcome! - 4/4/93Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Uniondale, NY for the Grateful Dead’s April 4th, 1993 show. Discussions abound about Vince’s role in the band, GD60 rumors, and well wishes to The Professor from DeadPod. In the Midnight Hour Sugaree Walkin' Blues Dire Wolf When I Paint My Masterpiece So Many Roads Eternity Bird Song Eyes Of The World Samson & Delilah Broken Arrow Estimated Prophet > Drums* > Space > The Other One > Attics Of My Life Thro...2024-09-271h 29

Help on the WayDonna Woo'd As Well - 10/28/77We’ve gone about as far as we can go! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Kansas City. They’ll be listening to the Grateful Dead’s October 28th, 1977 show at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall. Along the way, discussions abound about MLB’s Jerry Garcia nights, Dave’s picks, and Knob’s adventures in Asbury Park. Promised Land They Love Each Other Cassidy Tennessee Jed Mexicali Blues > Big River Brown Eyed Women Lazy Lightning > Supplication Deal Samson & Delilah Candyman Sunrise Passenger 2024-09-192h 19

Help on the WayBrent Bobby Lee Mydland You Are the Champion!! - 9/12/87Put on your Caps jerseys! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to Landover, Maryland. On the way, they discuss the Grateful Dead’s September 12th, 1987 show at the Capital Centre. Along the way, discussions abound about the dust settling on D&C’s Sphere run, Brent’s lack of a middle name, and the belt makes its return. Hell In A Bucket Loser Me & My Uncle Big River Ramble On Rose Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues Hey Pocky Way Cassidy Might As Well Cumberland Blues 2024-09-122h 59

Help on the WayPutting Knob’s Dad through College was like Investing in Enron - 6/15/95Take a trip down memory lane, and by lane we mean I-89. This week our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Knob’s Dad on their trip to Vermont. It’s June 15th, 1995, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Franklin County State Airport in Highgate, Vermont. Discussions abound about what makes harmonies work, a hibachi grill on tour, and the short lived Rollin’ and Tumblin’ Touch Of Grey Wang Dang Doodle Peggy-O El Paso Ramble On Rose Black Throated Wind Loose Lucy The Promised Land Here Comes Suns...2024-09-062h 18

Help on the WayIf I Were Naked Pole Man - 4/21/72Beat it on down the… club. This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to West Germany for the Grateful Dead’s April 21, 1972 show at the Beat Club in Bremen. On the way, discussions abound about the Veneta anniversary, television production in the 70s, and explain Game’s unexplained absence. Bertha Playin in the Band Mr. Charlie Sugaree One More Saturday Night Playin in the Band Beat It On Down the Line Truckin > Drums > The Other One 2024-08-302h 03

Help on the WayNot a Game Show, But a Game Show - 4/8/78Grab your Jaguars jersey! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Jacksonville for the Grateful Dead’s April 8, 1978 show at Veteran’s Memorial Coliseum. Discussions abound about the tenth anniversary of the HotW threads, IGN reviews, and we make some very intelligent comparisons to Phish. Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo Me And My Uncle > Big River They Love Each Other Looks Like Rain Deal El Paso It Must Have Been The Roses Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication Samson And Delilah Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain ...2024-08-221h 49

Help on the WayWas that Donna Wooing? - 11/20/71Everybody’s in LA! This week, our host FiG embarks on a trek to the golden state to hear the Grateful Dead’s November 20th, 1971 show at the Pauley Pavilion. Discussions abound about the end of the Sphere, Keith Godchaux, Donna's Wooing(?) and The Other One Bertha Me & My Uncle Sugaree Beat It On Down The Line Tennessee Jed Mexicali Blues Brown Eyed Women El Paso Big Railroad Blues Jack Straw Cumberland Blues Playin' In The Band Casey Jones One More Saturday Night Tru...2024-08-151h 26

Help on the WayJed's Reign of Terror -12/31/79Happy New… August. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Dead’s December 31st, 1979 show at the Oakland Auditorium Arena. Discussions abound about the Sphere, pitch wheels, and a Samson that just won’t quit. Jack Straw > Franklin's Tower Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Looks Like Rain > Alabama Getaway > Promised Land Sugar Magnolia > China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Samson & Delilah Ship of Fools Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Deal Althea > Mi...2024-08-083h 04

Help on the WayFrasier Fantasies - 8/15/81Keep it weird! This week, our host Knob takes a solo trek to Portland, Oregon to hear the Grateful Dead’s August 15th, 1981 show at the Portland Memorial Coliseum. Along the way, there’s much to say about the New Box Set, what makes a good ballad, and Blue’s Clues. CANDACE BRIGHTMAN GOFUNDME : https://www.gofundme.com/f/grateful-dead-lighting-designer-candace-brightman Shakedown Street > Me & My Uncle > Big River Tennessee Jed Cassidy Candyman > CC Rider Althea Let It Grow Might As Well Man Smart Woman Smarter To Lay M...2024-08-011h 42

Help on the WayGive Her the Medal - 9/8/73Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out to Long Island for the Grateful Dead’s September 8th, 1973 show at Nassau Coliseum. This show was released as Dick’s Picks 38. Discussions abound about Kennedy Center Honors, the debut of Weather Report Suite, and the newest Dave Pick. Bertha Me & My Uncle Sugaree Beat It On Down The Line Tennessee Jed Looks Like Rain Brown Eyed Women Jack Straw Row Jimmy, Weather Report Suite Prelude > Weather Report Suite Part 1 > Let It Grow Eyes...2024-07-252h 23

Help on the WayThe Early Brent of It All - 5/13/79We can’t stay much longer, Melinda. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to the Cumberland County Civic Center, for the Grateful Dead’s May 13th, 1979 show. Discussions abound about Brent’s early years, Peach at the Beach, and what makes a good El Paso. Sugaree Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Jack-a-Roe It’s All Over Now Candyman El Paso Row Jimmy Jack Straw Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain Estimated Prophet > He’s Gone > Truckin’ > Drums > Space > Wharf Rat > Ar...2024-07-182h 16

Help on the WayCough-ka-esque - 8/15/87Going on down to Town Park, gonna have ourselves a time. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are headed to Telluride, Colorado for the Grateful Dead’s August 15th, 1987 show at Town Park. Discussions abound about midi fiddle, Bob Dylan lyrics, and a bite-sized Scarlet > Fire. Feel Like A Stranger >   Franklin's Tower  New Minglewood Blues  Candyman  Me and My Uncle >   Big River  Tennessee Jed  Desolation Row  Deal Scarlet Begonias >   Fire On The Mountain >   Looks Like Rain  Eyes Of The World >   Drums > Space >   I Need A M...2024-07-112h 18

Help on the WayFirecrackers of Music - 12/12/72We’re wearing flowers in our hair. This week, our hosts FiG, Game and Knob are heading to San Francisco for the Grateful Dead’s December 12th, 1972 show at the Winterland Ballroom. Discussions abound about Janis Joplin, the history of Turlock, California, and the gang wins big on the dead.net slot machines. Beat It On Down the Line Brown-Eyed Women Mexicali Blues Bird Song Jack Straw Cumberland Blues Box of Rain El Paso Don't Ease Me In Me and Bobby McGee Tennessee Jed Around and Around Playin' In The Band 2024-07-052h 30

Help on the WayThe Keg - 10/26/85We’re ready to catch some rays! This week our host FiG heads to Tampa, Florida for the Grateful Dead’s October 26th, 1985 show at the Sun Dome. Discussions abound about the continuing Sphere run, Mickey talking about perineums in GQ, and whether King Brent keeps The Belt. Gimme Some Lovin' > Greatest Story Ever Told Dupree's Diamond Blues C.C. Rider Stagger Lee Me & My Uncle > Big River Big Railroad Blues > Looks Like Rain > Don't Ease Me In China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider M...2024-06-271h 35

Help on the WayA Vegas 6 (feat. Gowanus Red) - 8/17/89It’s all Greek to us! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are joined by friend of the show Gowanus Red, who provides his experience about seeing D&C at the Sphere. Our hosts then head out to California to see the Grateful Dead’s August 17th, 1989 show at the Greek Theatre at University of California in Berkley. Discussions abound about what crowds cheer for, Walkin’ Blues, and when you should first introduce your child to the Wook Flu. Hell in a Bucket > Sugaree Walkin' Blues Jack-a-Roe Queen Jane Approximately Candyma...2024-06-202h 03

Help on the WaySet Two Took Off Her Glasses... 4/20/84You can keep the Spectrum, we're heading to the Civic Center! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Philadelphia, PA. While they're there, they're listening to The Grateful Dead's April 20th, 1984 show at the Philadelphia Civic Center. This show was released as Dave's Picks 35. Discussions abound about My Brother Esau, Jerry's vocals, and the next band to play at the Sphere... Feel Like A Stranger Cold Rain & Snow Beat It On Down The Line Cumberland Blues Little Red Rooster Brown Eyed Women My Brother Esau It...2024-06-142h 17

Help on the WayWhat Happens in Vegas - 3/29/69This week, our host Knob goes solo and visits Las Vegas. No, not for the Sphere, but for the Grateful Dead's March 29th, 1969 show at the Ice Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. Monologues abound about keeping up with the Sphere, Jerry/Pigpen interplay, and how Mickey Hart was ahead of his time. Morning Dew Good Morning Little School Girl Doin' That Rag Dark Star > Saint Stephen > The Eleven > Turn On Your Love Light 2024-06-071h 25

Help on the WayExorcising the Electronic Weasels - 12/28/78You stay classy, San Diego! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are traveling out west to listen to the Grateful Dead's December 28th, 1978 show at Golden Hall in San Diego, California. Discussions abound over The Closing of Winterland, Keith v. Brent, and the passing of Bill Walton. Sugaree Finiculi Finicula Beat It On Down The Line Dire Wolf Looks Like Rain Stagger Lee Me & My Uncle > Big River Candyman New Minglewood Blues Tennessee Jed Lazy Lightning > Supplication Shakedown Street From The Heart Of M...2024-05-302h 26

Help on the WayThe Best Tennnessee Jed I've Ever Heard - 12/7/71These little town blues are melting away, as our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to New York, New York. This week, we're listening to the Grateful Dead’s December 7th, 1971 show at the Felt Forum at Madison Square Garden. Discussions abound about JRAD at the Stony Pony Summer Stage, Run Rudolph Run, and how harmonies were split by 70s Dead. 2024-05-231h 56

Help on the WayGooney Birds (feat. Knob's Dad) - 3/23/86Get your throwing batteries ready, we're going to Philly. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by a special guest- Knob's Dad. Knob's Dad relives his memories as we revisit the Grateful Dead's March 23rd, 1986 show at the Spectrum in Philadelphia, PA. Discussions abound about Willie and the Hand Jive, what song will open Dead and Co's Sphere Run, and driving home from the Spectrum. Gimme Some Lovin' > Deal Willie and the Hand Jive Candyman Cassidy West L.A. Fadeaway Mama Tried > Big River > Might As Well 2024-05-162h 22

Help on the WayHelp on the Jay (feat. Jay Blakesberg) - 7/18/89Holy July ‘89, Batman! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by legendary concert photographer Jay Blakesberg. They’re heading to Alpine Valley for the Grateful Dead’s July 18th, 1989 show. Along the way, they discuss Jay’s upcoming An American Beauty exhibit, the next generation of Deadheads, and Englishtown 77, which you should listen to when this is over. Touch Of Gray Jack Straw Jack A Roe New Minglewood Blues Friend Of The Devil Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again Bird Song Promised Land Sugar...2024-05-093h 40

Help on the WayRhubarb Pie - 12/16/94We’re California dreamin’, as our host FiG finds himself in LA. This week, he’s heading to the Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California to talk about the Grateful Dead’s December 16th, 1994 show. Monologues abound about Childhood’s End, Branford Marsalis, and what the initials MNS stand for (editor’s note: he has since learned they stand for Music Never Stopped.) Hell in a Bucket Cold Rain & Snow Minglewood Blues So Many Roads Childhood's End Eternity Don't Ease Me In Eyes Of The World Samba In The Rain Estimated Pr...2024-05-022h 10

Help on the WaySmiling Brent - 5/9/79Upstate New York’s got the ways and means! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Binghamton for the Grateful Dead’s May 9th, 1979 show. This was only the seventh show played by our friend Smiling Brent. Discussions abound about Brent’s early days, the new Taylor Swift album, and taking yet another step back. Sugaree Me & My Uncle Loser New Minglewood Blues Friend Of The Devil Looks Like Rain Stagger Lee Jack Straw China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider He's Gone >...2024-04-252h 15

Help on the WayConstellation of Dark Stars - 12/14/90We’re getting a mile high! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob heading west to Colorado to hear the Grateful Dead’s December 14th, 1990 show at the McNichols Sports Arena. Discussions abound about Victim or the Crime, viewer mail, and Knob’s killer impression of Bob’s slide solo. Shakedown Street Picasso Moon Peggy-O Little Red Rooster Stagger Lee Masterpiece To Lay Me Down Let it Grow Victim or the Crime > Foolish Heart > Man Smart/Woman Smarter He's Gone > Drums > Space > Dark...2024-04-182h 01

Help on the WayA Short Time to Be There - 7/9/95And in the end, the dead you take is equal to the dead you make. This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Chicago for the Grateful Dead's July 9th, 1995 show at Soldier Field. This would be the last show Jerry Garcia ever played. Discussions abound about Robert Hunter's found manuscript, Childhood's End, and our upcoming lawsuit with Guess the Year. Touch Of Grey Little Red Rooster Lazy River Road When I Paint My Masterpiece Childhood's End Cumberland Blues Promised Land 2024-04-123h 00

Help on the WayAn April Foolish Heart - 7/27/82Are you ready to rock?? Red rocks!! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Morrison, Colorado for the Grateful Dead's July 27th, 1982 show at Red Rocks Ampitheatre. Discussions abound about what makes "On the Road Again" work, what shows we would time travel to, and what Jerry's favorite reality show would've been. Jack Straw > Sugaree On The Road Again It Must Have Been The Roses Me And My Uncle > Big River Peggy-O > Little Red Rooster China Cat Sunflower] > I Know You Rider Playin...2024-04-043h 07

Help on the WayThe Adventures of Pig Boy - 9/29/69Grab your soup cans, we're heading to the Cafe Au Go Go! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to a helluva town for the Grateful Dead's September 29th, 1969 show at the Cafe Au Go Go. Discussions abound about Lenny Bruce, Knob's interview with Betty Cantor-Jackson, and The Grateful Dead's history in 7/8 time. 2024-03-281h 20

Help on the WayIt's All About the Space (feat. Betty Cantor-Jackson)In a very special bonus episode of Help on the Way, Knob is joined by legendary audio engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson. The two discuss Betty's storied history working for the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band. Along the way, they talk about Grateful Dead Cover Bands, the making of Europe '72, and a little bit about 5/26/73 at Kezar Stadium. 2024-03-2539 min

Help on the WayDark Stardew Valley - 12/26/81Happy Boxing Day! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Dead's December 26th, 1981 at the Oakland Auditorium Arena. Discussions abound about Phil Lesh's 84th birthday clusterf*ck, A Day at the Dentist, and which New Jersey icons could rock The Other One. Alabama Getaway > Promised Land Candyman Little Red Rooster Big Boss Man Me And My Uncle > Big River Bird Song It's All Over Now Big Railroad Blues Let It Grow 2024-03-212h 30

Help on the WayThe Mickey Hart Club - 11/12/70 and 12/7/68This week on the Help on the Way podcast, we're having a two for one deal! Our hosts FiG and Knob are discussing two short Grateful Dead shows: 11/12/70 and 12/7/68. Discussions abound about the Phil Lesh Quintet, whether or not FiG will like Aoxomoxoa, and Knob’s overuse of the phrase “not an all-timer.” 11/12/70 Till the Morning Comes China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Mama Tried Good Lovin' 12/7/68 Dark Star > St. Stephen > The Eleven Death Don't Have No Mercy That's It For The Other O...2024-03-141h 56

Help on the WayKnob GPT - 3/28/90Get on the LIRR, we're heading to Long Island! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game and FiG are Going to Nassau to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 28th, 1990 show at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY. Discussions abound about Knob seeing Phil, gushing over Brent, and how it's important not to overlook the night before a big show. Cold Rain and Snow New Minglewood Blues Easy To Love You High Time Queen Jane Approximately Loose Lucy Cassidy Deal Foolish Heart Looks...2024-03-073h 07

Help on the WayLet Game Count - 12/10/71Meet us in St. Louis! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading out west to hear the Grateful Dead's December 10th, 1971 show at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri. This show was released as part of the Listen to the River box set. Discussions abound about Peach on the Beach, the evolution of songs in 1971, and Game's love of the Beat It On Down the Line intro. Bertha Me & My Uncle Mr. Charlie Loser Beat It On Down The Line Sugaree 2024-02-292h 45

Help on the WayWe Are Wearing the Lampshade - 1/22/78Say hi to Kesey, we're going to Eugene! This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out west. They're going to listen to the Grateful Dead's January 22nd, 1978 show at McArthur Court at the University of Oregon. This show was released as Dave's Picks 23. Discussions abound about Vince Welnick's birthday, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and some Cornell hot takes Knob has been sitting on for years. New Minglewood Blues Dire Wolf Cassidy Peggy-O El Paso Tennessee Jed Jack Straw Row...2024-02-222h 16

Help on the WayThere’s a Wasp’s Nest Under the Stage - 9/24/83California! This week on the Help on the Way Podcast, our hosts Game and Knob are heading to Watsonville, California to listen to the Grateful Dead's September 24th, 1983 show at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Discussions abound about the Phil Lesh Quintet, a fast Bird Song, and some rumors that Dead and Company might be playing The Sphere... Alabama Getaway > Promised Land They Love Each Other Me and My Uncle > Mexicali Blues Bird Song Hell In A Bucket Deep Elem Blues > Looks Like Rain > Keep Your Day Job 2024-02-161h 36

Help on the WayHell in a Bucket Hat - 6/27/85SPAC(e). The final Frontier. This week on Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game and Knob are going where no podcasts have gone before- SPAC. They'll be listening to the Grateful Dead's show on June 27th, 1985 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Discussions abound about The Sphere, how to pronounce the word "arguably", and some exciting new merch opportunities. In the Midnight Hour > Bertha > Little Red Rooster Stagger Lee > El Paso Crazy Fingers > Supplication > High Time Hell In A Bucket > Don't Ease Me In ...2024-02-081h 54

Help on the WayHow Do You Do? - 2/27/94Happy New Year! This week on the Season 2 Finale of Help on the Way, our hosts Game and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Dead's February 27th, 1994 show at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discussions abound about the Cosmic Charlie tease, The Beatles' "Rain," and, you guessed it, The Sphere. Hell In A Bucket Row Jimmy New Minglewood Blues Lazy River Road Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Easy Answers Touch Of Gray Samson & Delilah Uncle John's Band > Corinna > Drums > Space > ...2024-02-012h 33

Help on the WayFive Different Mydlands - 5/17/81We're ga ga for Onondaga! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Syracuse for the Grateful Dead's May 17th, 1981 show at the Onondaga Auditorium. Discussions abound about Phil's new podcast, Bobby's slide solos, and Knob's Dad's take on the Philly Spectrum. Alabama Getaway > The Promised Land Peggy-O Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues They Love Each Other > New Minglewood Blues Candyman > Looks Like Rain Big Railroad Blues > Little Red Rooster China Cat Sunflower > I Know You...2024-01-252h 28

Help on the WayJump Like a Willys in Four Wheel Drive - 4/8/72Cheerio, lads. This week on Help on the Way, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are crossing the pond for a little Europe 72 action. It's April 8th, 1972, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Wembley Empire Pool in London, England. Discussions abound about Dead Ahead, why this Dark Star works, and who would play Pigpen in a movie. Bertha Me & My Uncle Mr. Charlie Deal Black-Throated Wind Next Time You See Me Cumberland Blues Brown Eyed Women Beat It On Down The Line Tennessee Jed Playin...2024-01-183h 41

Help on the WayLeaving Kansas, Fourth Day of July -7/4/90Wave that flag! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are celebrating the fourth of July six months early! They're heading to Bonner, Kansas, for the Grateful Dead's July 4th, 1990 show at the Sandstone Ampitheatre. Discussions abound about Just a Little Light, the triumphant return of Scarlet > Fire, and Knob reads some comments in an award-winning British accent. Cold Rain and Snow > Walkin' Blues Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo Queen Jane Approximately Loose Lucy It's All Over Now Loser Promised Land Victim...2024-01-112h 26

Help on the WayEpisode 100!!! (feat. Mike from Guess the Year) - 3/10/93Back to that same old place, sweet home... Rosemont. This week on Help on the Way, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob celebrate their hundredth episode with special guest Mike, host of the Guess the Year podcast. They're heading to Rosemont to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 10th, 1993 show at the Rosemont Horizon. Discussions abound about Dick Clark's Rockin' New Years Eve, what we want out of Peggy-O, and our hosts take a crack at playing Guess the Year. Check out Guess the Year : https://guesstheyear.net/ Feel Like A Stranger Stagger Lee ...2024-01-044h 10

Help on the WayMe and Kabonius Down by the Schoolyard - 9/18/91Happy Holidays! This week, to get in the holiday season, our host FiG is heading to the Big Apple for the Grateful Dead's September 18th, 1991 show at Madison Square Garden. Discussions (well, monologues) abound about a thoughtful essay from Kabonius. In the Midnight Hour Ramble On Rose Wang Dang Doodle Candyman Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again Row Jimmy Jack Straw Victim Or The Crime > Crazy Fingers > Playin' In The Band > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > The Wheel > I Need...2023-12-281h 07

Help on the WayOne More Saturday Evening - 6/28/86Get your lot tees ready, we're heading to Alpine Valley! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Wisconsin, for the Grateful Dead's June 28th, 1986 show at Alpine Valley. Discussions abound about what constitutes an "early" Touch of Grey, whether or not a self-respecting person listens to Drums/Space, and an update on Gawanus Red's Dark Star journey. Hell in a Bucket Ramble on Rose C.C. Rider Row Jimmy Beat It On Down the Line Touch of Grey Looks Like Rain Don't Ease Me In 2023-12-212h 03

Help on the WayI Want to Be Young Phil - 2/3/68Keeping it weird! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out to Portland, and are joined by new friend of the show Gowanus Red! Together, they discuss the Grateful Dead's February 3rd, 1968 show at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon. Discussions abound about New Potato Caboose, Dead cover bands at the Jersey Shore, and a baby picture of Dark Star. That's It For the Other One > New Potato Caboose It Hurts Me Too Born Cross-Eyed Good Morning Little Schoolgirl Dark Star > China...2023-12-141h 28

Help on the WayThe Duality of Bob - 2/21/93Happy birthday, Vince! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Oakland for a special birthday celebration - the Grateful Dead's February 21st, 1993 show at the Oakland Coliseum Arena. Discussions abound about FiG's brother meeting a fan of the show, Knob's beef with Row Jimmy, and which of the three new songs made the best first impression. 2023-12-072h 03

Help on the WayRoughly Two Minutes Later I Was in Handcuffs - 10/9/80Be sure to wear a flower in your hair. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading back to San Francisco for the Grateful Dead's October 9th, 1980 show at the Warfield Theater. Discussions abound about Knob seeing JRAD, how to critique the acoustic sets, and what we want out of Tennessee Jed. Dire Wolf Dark Hollow I've Been All Around This World Cassidy China Doll On The Road Again Bird Song The Race is On Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie > Ripple Feel Like A Stranger Friend O...2023-11-301h 39

Help on the WayOne Grateful Dude (feat. David Gans) - 6/8/94Get ready for The Grateful Dead Hour and a Half. This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by the one and only David Gans. Together, they listen to and discuss the Grateful Dead's June 8th, 1994 show at the Cal Expo Center in Sacramento, California. Discussions abound about the first ever Samba in the Rain, the intersection between the history of the Dead and the history of the internet, and Gans' collaborations with Robert Hunter. More from David Gans : https://perfectible.net/ The Rex Foundation : https...2023-11-233h 22

Help on the WayFrance-dom Comes Alive - 12/15/94This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are traveling slowly down the 405. It's December 15th, 1994 and the Grateful Dead are playing a show at the Los Angeles Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California. Discussions abound about the Shakedown Street album, the big news stories of 1994, and Knob’s ever-changing feelings on Way to Go Home. Shakedown Street Wang Dang Doodle Lazy River Road Me and My Uncle > Mexicali Blues Row Jimmy > Promised Land Foolish Heart Way to go Home Corrina > Uncle John's Band > Drums > Space > The Last Time > Morning Dew Li...2023-11-161h 56

Help on the WayKing Game - 10/30/83There's gold in the hills, so we're heading back to California. This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to San Rafael for the Grateful Dead's October 30th, 1983 show at the Marin County Veterans Auditorium. Discussions abound about Phil's new podcast, the new Grateful Dead Gravity Infuser, and Game's favorite song: Day Job. Alabama Getaway > Greatest Story Ever Told Friend Of The Devil New Minglewood Blues Tennessee Jed Cassidy West L.A. Fadeaway Hell In A Bucket > Might As Well Bertha > Samson & Delilah ...2023-11-092h 09

Help on the WayMusic to Befriend an Animal To - 4/6/94Move over Christmas in July, it's time for Spring Break in November! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are headed down to Miami, Florida for the Grateful Dead’s April 6th, 1994 show. Discussions abound about Billy’s Halloween Show (both Kreutzmann and Strings), Game’s love of Bobby Darin, and the true meaning of UCLA. Jack Straw Jack-A-Roe Wang Dang Doodle Broken Arrow West L.A. Fadeaway El Paso Row Jimmy Promised Land Here Comes Sunshine Samson & Delilah Cumberland Blues Way to Go Home 2023-11-021h 45

Help on the WayIt’s a Good Rooster - 9/3/85We're going to Kansas City to get our baby back home! This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts are heading down to Kansas City for the Grateful Dead's September 3rd, 1985 show at the Starlight Theatre. Discussions abound about John Mayer's recent Dead Covers shenanigans, Jerry's opinions on rap music, and whether or not Knob likes The Grateful Dead. Feel Like A Stranger > They Love Each Other Little Red Rooster Dire Wolf Cassidy Big Railroad Blues The Music Never Stopped > Don't Ease Me In Cryptical Envelopement > The Other O...2023-10-261h 46

Help on the WayGame Loses Faith in Reality - 10/30/70Come on Seawolves, we're heading to SBU! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are all back and heading to SUNY at Stony Brook for the Grateful Dead's October 30th, 1970 show at the SUNY Gym. Discussions abound about New Riders of the Purple Sage, whether or not being "droll" is a good thing, and the debut of a brand new segment. Cold Rain & Snow Truckin' Sugar Magnolia Next Time You See Me Me & My Uncle Drums > Good Lovin' > Drums > Cumberland Blues > Good Lovin' Casey Jones 2023-10-192h 28

Help on the WayA Quick One, While They’re Away - 3/9/93This week on the Help on the Way pod, our host FiG spends a few minutes taking about the Grateful Dead's March 9th, 1993 show at the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois. It's a short one, but stay tuned for a real cool first set from 90s Dead. We'll be back next week. Here Comes Sunshine Wang Dang Doodle Loose Lucy Me & My Uncle > Mexicali Blues Broken Arrow Row Jimmy Eternity Liberty China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Victim Or The Crime Ship of...2023-10-121h 12

Help on the WayThat’s (Not) Otis - 9/27/80Grab your acoustic guitars, because we're heading to the Warfield! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are headed to San Francisco, California to discuss the Grateful Dead's September 27th, 1980 show. Discussions abound about the history of the Warfield run, our love of Monkey and the Engineer, and which Grateful Dead song our hosts would marry. Dire Wolf The Race is On Jack-a-Roe Monkey and the Engineer It Must Have Been the Roses Dark Hollow Bird Song To Lay Me Down On...2023-10-052h 08

Help on the WayHere Comes the Sun - 10/20/88Plug in that soft machine. This week on the Help on the Way podcast, FiG has recovered from dysentery, and he and Game are headed to Dallas, Texas to discuss the Grateful Dead's October 20th, 1988 show at the The Summit. Discussions abound about Farm Aid, the first Built to Last, and the venue's storied history from wrestling arena to megachurch. Cold Rain & Snow New Minglewood Blues Candyman Me And My Uncle > Mexicali Blues West L.A. Fadeaway Queen Jane Approximately Stagger Lee The Music Never Stopped China...2023-09-281h 46

Help on the WayPost-Coma, Pre-MIDI - 12/28/88You can call us prophets on the burning shore, because this week on Help on the Way we're heading to CALIFORRRNIA. This week our hosts Game and Knob are discussing the Grateful Dead's December 28th, 1988 show at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discussions abound about When Push Comes to Shove, the Wolf Bros tour, and the importance of The Show Sheet. Iko Iko Walkin' Blues Jack A Roe It's All Over Now When Push Comes To Shove Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Bird Song Jack Straw ...2023-09-213h 04

Help on the WayJorts Emoji - 3/26/72These little town blues are melting away. This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to New York, New York. They're listening to the Grateful Dead's March 26th, 1972 show at the Academy of Music, which was raved about by new friend of the pod Charlie Miller. Discussions abound about Dead Ahead, how good Chinatown Shuffle is, and Knob and FiG attempt many, many different metaphors to describe '72 jams. Greatest Story Ever Told Cold Rain & Snow Chinatown Shuffle Black-Throated Wind You Win Again ...2023-09-144h 20

Help on the WayMr. Charlie Told Me So (feat. Charlie Miller) - 3/3/87This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by very special guest, the legendary taper Charlie Miller! The four of them head to California to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 3rd, 1987 show at the Henry J. Kaiser Center in Oakland, California. Discussions abound about Charlie's Grateful Dead Dance Parties, The Mighty Quinn, and whether Bob's slide solo is squeaky or squealy. The Mighty Quinn Greatest Story Ever Told Loser New Minglewood Blues Tons Of Steel Cassidy Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo > ...2023-09-073h 34

Help on the WayThat’d Be Elephant Gestation - 4/7/95It's Spring Break (well, not really), so we're heading to Tampa (sorta). This week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading down to Tampa to discuss the Grateful Dead's April 7th, 1995 show. Discussions abound about Visions of Johanna, the passing of James Casey, and whether or not Samba in the Rain is a good song. Jack Straw Peggy-O Little Red Rooster Loose Lucy When I Paint My Masterpiece Visions Of Johanna > Promised Land Eyes Of The World > Saint Of Circumstance Samba In The Rain Unbroken Chain 2023-08-311h 37

Help on the WayBig Mouth Billy Bass - 6/24/85Put some shredded cheese on your chili, we're heading to Cincinnati. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to River Bend Music Center for the Grateful Dead's June 24th, 1985 show. Discussions abound about Knob's adventure with Billy and the Kids, the Book of Iko Ikos, and whether or not 1985 is an underrated year. Alabama Getaway > Greatest Story Ever Told They Love Each Other New Minglewood Blues Tennessee Jed My Brother Esau Loser Let It Grow Iko Iko > Samson & Delilah > He's Gone > Smokestack...2023-08-242h 31