Martin Luther King JR's "I Have a Dream" speech. Has the dream been realized or has it turned into a nightmare? Are we satisfied with our progress on civil rights or do we have serious work to do? We will discuss the current political/social environment almost 60 years after the speech and Betrayal in Black, Mark M. Bello's new legal thriller, whic…

We take a look at some bizarre laws on the booksBy Simon Barrett

Tonight, I thought we should start the year off on a light note. We will discuss the strangest laws in all 50 states (time permitting). Should be fun.By Simon Barrett

TheYear in Review We will discuss what we believe were the most important legal issues and cases of 2019.By Simon Barrett

TheYear in Review We will discuss what we believe were the most important legal issues and cases of 2019.By Simon Barrett

Michael is one of the original pioneer players of the contemporary American stringed instrument known as The Chapman Stick. Capable of astounding expressiveness and simultaneous multi-part arrangements, ‘The Stick’ combines elements of guitar, bass, keyboards, and percussion into one instrument that is played more like a piano than a guitar. Michae…

Tonight, we would like to talk about lawyer advertising, The US Chamber of Commerce, actors portraying clients in lawyer television ads, and the public's misconception of jury verdicts and settlements in personal injury cases. Do the seriously injured get just awards?By Simon Barrett

Subject to be determinedBy Simon Barrett

On November 12, the United States Supreme Court refused to hear Remington's appeal of the Connecticut Supreme Court decision allowing the Sandy Hook lawsuits against gun manufacturers to continue. At issue is the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act of 2005, signed into law by George W. Bush, with bi-partisan support in the House and the Senat…

"Issues requiring simple justice" and how the country deals with them. Have we lost our way? Simple issues seem to get out of hand quickly. Reproductive Rights & Abortion Rights of the Special Needs and Disabled How we treat immigrants, poor people, minorities, LBGTQ community issues. Inother words this week is a grab bag of subjects…

This week we have an interesting series of questions. The Catholic church has a severe shortage of priests in the Amazon area. One idea is to allow priests to marry, this may entice more people to become members of the cloth. Are politicians permitted to have a private life? This is a much more complex subject than it appears. Just ask Katie Hill. …

Rocking Horse Music Club presents the music of original Genesis guitarist Anthony Phillips on the new album, “Which Way the Wind Blows.” The Rocking Horse Music Club is a songwriting and performing collective that emerged from Rocking Horse Studio, a world-class recording facility in central New Hampshire, USA. The group features producer/songwrite…

The charge of high crimes and misdemeanors covers allegations of misconduct by officials, such as dishonesty, negligence, perjury of oath, abuse of authority, bribery, intimidation, misuse of public funds or assets, failure to supervise, dereliction of duty, unbecoming conduct, refusal to obey a lawful order, chronic intoxication, or tax evasion. O…

Last weekend saw yet another example of the issue, a black woman playing video games with her 8 year old nephew was shot and killed. Shot through the window of her own home. I am looking forward to discussing this subject with author and attorney Mark Bello.His upcoming book Betrayal Of Black explores this subject so it is a timely subject…

Join me and author/attorney Mark Bello for our Journey to Justice Podcast tonight at 8 PM EST. Mark and I will clean up loose ends from our last discussion, and discuss the Wrong-Apartment Murder Trial of Texas police officer Amber Guyger. We will also discuss the importance of no-fault auto insurance and the effect of corporate/insurance lobbying …

This is an encore episode. We will be back in two weeks with a new programBy Simon Barrett

A strange question for you, what do Prog Rock and Neo Classical (I hate the term New Age) musicians have in common? The answer, is very few are self taught, the vast majority have gone to school to learn the art and science of music. Yes, there is an underlying science to music. Truly gifted musicians like Holland Phillips have mastered both the ar…

Linda Franks new book Making A Mystery With Annie Tillery: The Madonna Ghost is a must read for any aspiring writer. It takes you behind the story and into the mechanics of writing a book.By Simon Barrett

This week we touch on many subjects—as the ‘non attorney’ here, I wish to revisit last week’s Opioid discussion and the $572 million levied against J & J. In addition, let’s discuss the college admissions scandal; actress Felicity Huffman is being sentenced this week. At the same time, some 3000 non-violent prisoners are being released because of t…

This week on the program attorney/author Mark Bello and I will be joined by veteran trial attorney J.R Whaley. Last weeks decision against Johnson & Johnson for $572 million for their role in creating the Opioid crisis likely did not surprise many people. J&J of course are appealing the verdict. The question I have, is, are we looking at a relplay …

Attorney and Author Mark Bello and host Simon Barrett are pleased to anounce the launch of our new project, Journey Into Justice, we aim to explore different aspects of the legal system. We will also be invinting guests to share the knowlege on aspects of the law and specifif casedBy Simon Barrett

The National Wrecking Company featuring members of The Lizards, Cactus, Humble Pie & The Plasmatics are releasing their highly anticipated debut album. The new release features one of the final recordings by guitar legend Bernie Torme, best known for his work with the Ian Gillan Band and Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away this year. The song is a bonus…

I have long had a keen interest in the somewhat murky waters of the legal system Attorney and author Mark Bello has agreed to join me in a weekly dive into the heady space of the legal world. In this epispode we will merely be dipping our toes into the subject. Financier Jeffery Epstein commited suicide this week, and even though Trump would have u…

Noel Jasso on drums. Produced by Geoff Pearlman (“Echo in the Canyon Band”), “Follow Me to the Sun” is one of the featured songs in the Hollywood Fringe Fest Encore Award winning musical “American Stranger the Musical” (music & book by Laura Espinoza). The song is about someone who feels desperate & lonely after someone has left them; the reason is…

Potter’s Daughter will be releasing their new single “Blood and Water” featuring legendary Renaissance vocalist Annie Haslam on August 8, 2019! The single will be available digitally, CD single and limited edition 7-inch vinyl! Potter’s Daughter was formed in New York City while Dyanne Potter Voegtlin was studying classical piano performance at the…

The Legendary Rock Band are recording a new album! This is the first new studio album made in the United States since 1977!! The original members of NEKTAR: Derek "Mo" Moore (bass guitar, back vocals), Ron Howden (drums, back vocals) and Mick Brockett (lights and visuals), with Ryche Chlanda (guitar, lead vocals) from the 1978' band and Randy Dembo…

Drummer Dave Schoepke will be releasing his first solo drum album titled “Drums On Low” on July 15, 2019. Schoepke is an accomplished North American drummer, who has had the pleasure of working with the legendary Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre. Dave toured with Martin's band in 2017 and in 2018 for the “Cruise To The Edge” Tour. He's also been …

Drummer Dave Schoepke will be releasing his first solo drum album titled “Drums On Low” on July 15, 2019. Schoepke is an accomplished North American drummer, who has had the pleasure of working with the legendary Jethro Tull guitarist Martin Barre. Dave toured with Martin's band in 2017 and in 2018 for the “Cruise To The Edge” Tour. He's also been …

An interview with Jack Spann about his new album Propaganda Man Jack Spann has had an incredible couple of years. The Saint Louis native has lived in New York City for the last 18 years and established himself as one of the city's in-demand keyboardists. His reputation led to an introduction to David Bowie's producer, Tony Visconti who hired him to…

Fraudprophets (www.fraudprophets.com), a collaboration between multi-instrumentalist and composer Sean Halley and A-list drummer Nate Morton (seen weekly on NBC’s ‘The Voice’), are ecstatic to announce the release of their debut album ‘Poptosis’ on June 3, 2019. The new record seamlessly blends elements of jazz, pop, rock, country and 70’s fusion i…

The Hillbilly Moon Explosion are a European band who just came to the US to play their own unique version of Rockabilly to Americans. They've long held the US in their hearts. Way back in 2006 they traveled to San Diego to record an album 'All Grown Up' with producer Mark Neill (Black Keys). That track was their first duet with Mark 'Sparky' Philli…

Los Angeles - For the last thirty-five years, The RAZ Band has been recording and performing their own brand of original songs, entertaining audiences across the US and globally. On March 30, 2019 Gonzo Multimedia will release the much anticipated new RAZ Band studio album “#9”. Produced by Badfinger legend Joey Molland, “#9” features eleven new RA…

As amazing as it sounds, NYC rock legends Binky Philips & The Planets after 47 years will be releasing their debut album “Established 1972 NYC” on April 26th! David Fricke of Rolling Stone once described the band as “the best rock & roll band I never saw or heard.” Says Binky, “Over many years, I have written about ten albums worth of songs. None o…

This week author Joel Moore amd I will be joined by re-enactors John Houck and John Vogt.By Simon Barrett

As we start to wind down this season of Journey Into The Civil War this week we are going to heve a general discussion.By Simon Barrett

HIGHEST INTENTION is a vintage Roots Reggae Revival band that hails from the San Francisco Bay Area. Their sound is locally grounded and globally appealing, bringing to mind artists like Sublime, 311, and even Bob Marley. Their highly anticipated debut album UNIVERSAL LIGHT will release March 22, 2019 worldwide in stores and online. This stunning d…

Professor Louie has emerged in the music industry as the torchbearer of the true spirit of American Roots music. As a seasoned live performer, prolific recording artist, and versatile multi-instrumentalist Louie also wears the hat of award-winning recording producer and engineer, capturing the talents of some of the world's most highly acclaimed mu…

This week author Joel Moore and I will be joined by musicians Steve and Lisa Ball to tell us more about the popular music during the Civil War.By Simon Barrett

During the mid-1980s Locate Your Lips made some of the most adventurous music heard in Milwaukee. They were a powerful trio but not a power trio in the classic rock sense. Built around the jazz-schooled yet rock ready drumming of Kenny Baldwin, the empathetic accompaniment of bassist Andy Cavaluzzi and fiery guitar playing by (ex - Shivvers guitari…

This weel author Joel Moore and I will be joined by Jackson McQuigg. He is Vice President of Properties at the Atlanta History Center and manages capital projects for the History Center. The Senior Military Historian Gordon Jones and I managed the conservation, move and restoration of the Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama painting and the locomotive Texa…

This week author Joel Moore and I will be joined by Robert Hicks and Shauna Devive to talk about what happened to those that fell on the battlefieldBy Simon Barrett

“Welcome” is Bob Beland's 4th self produced solo album release, written and recorded over 2018 at Wrong Way Works, Mar Vista, California. Extra special credit should be given to my good friend Greg Embrey for all of his help and involvement along the way. The opening track, “Rocky Up! (love theme from “The Bang Bang Theory”) is an instrumental vers…

Prog ensemble Shumaun will be releasing their highly anticipated sophomore album “One Day Closer to Yesterday” on February 22, 2019. The new release has an underlying concept of love gone wrong. The album begins with two souls in a state of preexistence bonded by love, and continues after they are both assigned bodies on Earth. All attempts at a bl…

Andy Waskie has agreed to return to the program to look at some of the artifacts in and around PhilidelphiaBy Simon Barrett

This week author Joel Moore and I will be joined by Steve and Lisa Ball to discuss and listen to the music that was popular with the Union. Some songs we may never know the origins of, but many are well documented and have rich stories behind them.By Simon Barrett