We here at ATTT HQ hope you aren't cooking up some hate mail for us in the wake of what happened in Classic Albums Worst To First : Revolver Part 1. Feelings were definitely hurt and toes were stepped on. However, we've decided that since we're now highlighting the best of the best in Part 2, no one shall be allowed to be butthurt by the Worst To F…

From cheese making to fermentation, Kristin Webber has the knowledge to help you get back to the basics. Julia sits down with Kristin to find out what homesteading is, how Kristin developed her love for it, and why Knoxville has embraced her business with open arms. Plus, we find out where Kristin’s pseudonym “Chicken Librarian” comes from and what…

Some call Revolver The Beatles at their peak, we know it at the very least as The Beatles at the beginning of their prime, when their music began to transcend all of pop culture, leaving the mop top era in the dust. 1966 was a banner year for music and of course the Fab Four were right there in the thick of it, innovating, expanding and creating so…

If you always think of the cowbell as some frivolous thing to be mocked by Will Ferrell, you need to listen to more music. This mighty percussion instrument is amazingly versatile! It can anchor a hard rock beat, it can spice up a latin jazz standard, and it can turn an ordinary groove into an all time party anthem. The fabulous cowbell is more tha…

Sam Elliott, the Vice President of Development for the Young Professionals of Knoxville (YPK), shares his journey from a pilot to a pivotal community leader, detailing the impact of YPK in fostering a vibrant network for young professionals in Knoxville. Discover how YPK's connections, development, and service initiatives are crafting a promising f…

The cowbell is so much more than some silly sketch comedy bit. The cowbell is a must for any self-respecting drummer to own, partly because it's so versatile. Cowbells can be found in rock, jazz, latin jazz, funk, disco, hard rock and any other kind of music where people want to hear that delightful clang. Our good friend Dustin is indeed a self-re…

Who knew video games were fun? Everyone? Oh. Well we had a great time hanging out at Blakey Studios Long Beach with 3 of our favorite Blakes. The Old Boy Himself Ryan Blake has enlisted his video-game-obsessed progeny Jasper and Elliott Blake to help ATTT tackle this super fascinating and eclectic topic. In Part 2 of Top Ten Songs From Video Games,…

In this episode, we meet John Ewart, the dynamic leader of the Knoxville Chapter of the Associated General Contractors. John shares his inspiring journey from his early days in the Navy to playing football at the University of Tennessee and how these experiences led him to a significant role in shaping Knoxville's construction scene. He discusses t…

From the earliest 8-bit micro masterpieces of back in the day, to the full-blown orchestral epics that provide the soundtrack to the mind-blowing games of today, the music of video games is a wellspring of creativity, imagination and musical adventurousness. Your humble host has not been a "gamer" for many a decade but thankfully the younger genera…

Here in Top Ten Songs For Stephen King Part 2, Matt Dinan and Julia Marchese are back to help us wrap up our tribute to the man of the hour. Whether it's songs written about his works, or songs featured in his works, the music from the Stephen King universe is quite an eclectic array of styles and moods. The prevailing mood around here is a fun one…

All hail the undisputed King Of Horror! Through his dozens of novels and films, Stephen King has been scaring the pants off of the world for 6 decades, and he's still coming up with more tales of the macabre and terrible. His works are always connected to music, and in many ways music plays a major part of the dread of his words. To celebrate this …

Being born with the name David doesn't necessarily mean that you're destined for greatness, but it doesn't hurt your chances. The following artists featured in the top half of our esteemed list of Daves are the musical Daves we know, and we're so glad to know them. Here in Top Ten Rock N Roll Davids we present the greatest entertainment experience …

In this heartwarming episode of Connect the Knox, Julia sits down with George Bove, a cherished children's book author who brings the spirit of Knoxville, Tennessee, to life through his stories. George gives us a peek into how he crafts his engaging tales, shares his passion for community service, and introduces his latest book, 'The Little Orange …

ATTT loves our recurring guests and lord knows we couldn't and wouldn't do the show without them. Perhaps the most ridiculous of our beloved regulars, Sir David Daskal, deserves a ridiculous topic of his very own. In that spirit, All Time Top Ten proudly presents as many Davids as you can handle in Top Ten Rock N Roll Davids, featuring the best Dav…

Shout out to Eric Idle and the Pythons. They ask the important questions, such as... Why are we here? What's life all about? Is God really real, or is there some doubt? Well tonight we're going to sort it all out. Tonight it's Part 2 of Top Ten Existential Songs Volume 5 featuring the enigmatic Gabe Scalone. We're back with picks 5-1 in our look at…

In this exciting episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley speaks with Justin Cazana, one of Knoxville's leading commercial real estate brokers and developers. With over 20 years of experience, Justin shares stories about his experiences in real estate, his family’s history in the business, and some projects he's proud of, like improving old b…

"I can always choose, but I ought to know that if I do not choose, I am still choosing. There is no human nature, since there is no god to conceive it. Existentialism's first move is to make every man aware of what he is and to make the full responsibility of his existence rest on him." - Jean-Paul Sartre 2024 is the perfect year to bring back this…

It's been called the most shocking American youth movement in history. When it stormed out of the gates in the 1970s, punk rock told the world that the way things are is unacceptable. The people that defined the scene spit in the face of conformity and the social order, and they did it with humor, irreverence and musical brutality. The punk scene i…

In this episode of Connect the Knox, Julia Hurley engages with grants expert Lisa Shiveler. From her journey to Knoxville to her pivotal role in transforming local educational and community initiatives through grant writing, Lisa offers an insider's perspective on navigating the competitive world of grants. Learn about the opportunities that grants…

For decades, the thriving punk scene in Los Angeles has pushed boundaries, invented entire subgenres out of whole cloth, and provided the sonic and visual blueprint for the rest of the world to follow. The LA punk scene has also been home to some of the most iconic bands in the history of the genre. It's a fascinating look through the decades, and …

Diana Ross, The Supremes. Diana Ross & The Supremes. Enough said. Oh, and thanks again to the Anti! In Top Ten Songs By Diana Ross & The Supremes Part 2, our beloved aunt Helene Eisen came through for us in style to round out our list with picks 5-1. Thanks also to the delightful Shannon Hurley for lively guest commentary in our loving tribute to t…

Julia is joined by Kim Bumpas, the president of Visit Knoxville, to discuss the transformation of Knoxville into a must-visit destination. They explore Kim’s journey in the tourism industry, the revitalization of iconic landmarks like the Sunsphere, and the initiatives that have put Knoxville on the map. Their conversation also touches on future pr…

Diana Ross. The Supremes. Diana Ross & The Supremes. Any way you combine it, you get musical gold. Style, sophistication, class, consummate musicianship and songwriting, and those voices. Diana Ross and The Supremes had it all, and can go toe to toe with any artists on the planet in terms of commercial and artistic success. ATTT is on the road this…

Considering most of our favorite rock stars live extraordinarily fascinating lives, you'd think there would be more of them writing songs about specific things they've experienced. In fact, there aren't that many but the songs we do have are cool little glimpses into the personal lives of our musical heroes. In TOP TEN AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL SONGS, the m…

This episode of ConnectTheKnox features a conversation with Stephanie Vozar, Director of Corporate Philanthropy at the University of Tennessee, focusing on her role in forging connections between the university and corporate partners to prepare students for the future workforce. Julia Hurley and Stephanie discuss the impact of these partnerships on…

There's nothing more fascinating than a good rock n roll origin story, especially when said rock n roll artist or band writes a song about that story. Then there are songs that tell stories of crazy things that happened to these artists and bands, and helped shape their rock n roll persona. ATTT's main mensch Jason Berk dropped by to help us count …

Folks! There are some big goings-on in the ATTT universe these days. Thankfully we get by with a little help from people like our friend Joe Lavelle, who has graciously volunteered to help bring back a format we haven't used in a while but are excited to dust off for your listening pleasure. As we all know, the best podcasts never prepare anything …

Julia Hurley talks with Kristen Combs, the creative mind at Visit Knoxville and the author of 100 Things to Do in Knoxville Before You Die. Kristen's move from Michigan to Knoxville led her to promote the city's rich history, lively culture, and outdoor activities. She shares how her book 100 Things to Do in Knoxville Before You Die came to be, com…

Time to step up on that high horse for a second. Ahem... there's a severe lack of bands these days, and in our sad estimation, the concept of the band has been devalued to the detriment of modern music. We know some of the biggest rock stars of all time from their bands, and while some band members have been able to make a go at it as solo artists,…

There's real truth to the notion that being in a band is like being in a relationship, for better or for worse. For many of the greatest bands of all time, each member contributes to the chemistry that makes the band so great. Many times band members feel the need to go solo and even though they are rock stars when they're in their bands, as solo a…

Zack Roskop, the innovative mind behind Knox Brew Tours, shares his journey from uncertainty to creating a unique craft beer experience in Knoxville on this episode of ConnectTheKnox. Host Julia Hurley delves into Zack's story of how a simple guided brewery tour in Asheville sparked the inception of Knox Brew Tours, blending his love for Knoxville,…

At a certain point during Top Ten Two Man Bands Part 1, the conversation with Fernando Perdomo and Michael Collins of the phenomenal two man band Broken Sound sorta went off the rails. Many of our favorite ATTT hangs have this feature as a selling point. The good news is in Part 2, we never ever got back on the rails. It's a rail-less pod, in the b…

Before you get yourself in a tizzy over the title of this episode, try to imagine how lame it would be to call it "Top Ten Two Person Bands". No thanks. For our purposes here the word 'man' is a catch-all for everybody, and we certainly did live up to our inclusive credo. ATTT is delighted to welcome back the fabulous Fernando Perdomo and newcomer …

John Volpe is the Chief Development Officer of Remote Area Medical (RAM), a major non-profit bringing free healthcare to Americans living in remote areas. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with John to discuss how Stan Brock founded RAM in the mid-eighties, the sadly dire need for free healthcare services in the US, and why volunte…

ATTT was more than just a little honored to be able to have an epic hang with 2 of the menschiest bass-playing badasses in L.A. David Jenkins and Jennifer Jo Oberle go way back, and they know a ton about the best session cats to ever make their bones here in the City Of Angels. In Top Ten Legendary L.A. Studio Musicians Part 2, we reveal picks 5-1 …

The word 'legendary' and the city of L.A. go hand in hand. Los Angeles is where the magic happens for so much of what the world loves, not just in movies and tv but certainly in music. In addition to some all time great homegrown bands, many of the finest studio musicians call this place home. Thousands of chart topping hits have been turned out in…

Elise Collier Massey is the owner of Collier Restaurant Group in Sevierville, Tennessee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia and Elise discuss the immense growth that Knoxville County has seen over the last 40 years, the generational differences in the restaurant industry that Elise sees as a third-generation restaurateur, and why being local …

2023 is officially in the books, people. We can't thank our special guests enough for their tireless work helping us bring the best songs of the year to you. Here in Top TWENTY Songs of 2023 Part 4, Shannon Hurley, David Daskal and Giovanny Blanco showcase their top picks and we round out our mega-playlist in style. Picks 5-1 show off more of the f…

There's nothing more LAME than when people say there's no good music being made today. It's a sure sign of laziness and a closed mind. It's also completely untrue! If you don't believe it, listen up. Every year Shannon Hurley and David Daskal help ATTT smack down the naysayers by presenting our TWENTY favorite songs of the year that was. We're norm…

Marc Gibson is the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia and Marc sit down to talk about what Tennessee is doing to stay competitive with its peer states including tackling issues of mobility, leveraging AI to keep their workforce competitive, and proper curriculum…

It's all about the songs, people! No, we can't claim to have heard all of the songs released in 2023, as there was only about a million of them - literally. What we have for you are the standout tracks that crossed our radar this year, songs that we never managed to get sick of. Giovanny Blanco, Shannon Hurley and David Daskal add some mirth to our…

Lord knows how we make it through another year. Actually ATTT knows how - MUSIC! Of the few bright spots in the year 2023, music was top of mind. This was the year of global superstars and young upstarts, a year of genre bending and legends securing their immortal mark in history. Contrary to the beliefs of those who don't listen, music is always e…

Chad Zurcher is the Director of Baseball Operations at the University of Tennessee. On this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with Chad to talk about the Volunteer’s incredible connection with the community, the 95 million dollar upcoming stadium renovations, and the powerfully positive impact that NIL deals are having on the players. Chad…

2023 was a year. A year for reinventions, reimaginings and reboots. And then there's the music! So many great artists find their footing in how they interpret somebody else's songs and in the year 2023, a ton of legendary and up-and-coming artists went into the studio to record their versions of some of the greatest songs ever written. We've conven…

It's been a hell of a year. We've been through a lot and as our reward for surviving we get to sit back and revel in all of the great music released in the year 2023. To kick things off in our quest to remain current, despite our crippling old age, a new tradition is born. Our covers guru Dustin Prince is back along with our good friend Candi Bartl…

Representative Tim Burchett is a Republican Congressman serving the 2nd district of Tennessee. In this episode of Connect the Knox, Julia interviews Burchett about America’s complicated history with UFOs, the Pentagon’s ridiculous need for secrecy and spending, and how well-intentioned officials can quickly become corrupt or compromised. Rep. Burch…

Was the year 2000 actually the pinnacle of western civilization? Can we only look back in awe and wonder at how few problems we had then? Best to not think about it. Instead, listen to Top Ten Songs From The Year 2000 Part 2. Sir Ryan Blake is on hand to help wrap things up in style with picks 5-1. Bonus shout out to the great Conan O'Brien who ins…

Ah, the 'before times', back before international terrorism and plagues of the body and mind. A simpler time. In the year 2000 we partied, for the most part, and our music reflected that. Inspired by an ages-old bit from the Conan O'Brien show, we've decided to embark on a trip - to the future! In the year 2000 there were tons of great songs releas…

Dr. H.M. “Hash” Hashemian is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Analysis and Measurement Services Corporation (AMS), a nuclear engineering consulting firm headquartered in Knoxville. In this episode of ConnectTheKnox, Julia sits down with Dr. Hash to discuss the positives of nuclear energy, how AMS is doing control systems testing around …

We have good news and bad news. The good news is this week's playlist is full of songs that everybody loves. The bad news is we don't. Joe and Amy help wrap things up in this hilarious episode that has bad things to say about songs you all love. Please forgive us. If you missed Top Ten Rage-Inducing Songs We Hate That Everybody Else Loves Part 1, c…