From pod617.com, the Boston Podcast Network, it's Get Back to the Beatles! Legend of Boston radio Cha-chi LoPrete is joined by Prof. David Gallant, a fellow Beatles guru. Stay tuned for loads of Liverpool love as the Fab 2 do a deep dive on deep cuts, trivia and much about the magnificent moptops. All you need is this pod! Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and Sunday mornings 10am til noon on Seacoast Oldies ...
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'All You Need Is Love' Author Steven Gaines
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Cha-Chi and David, along with guest Steven Gaines, explore the historical and cultural significance of The Beatles through Gaines' books, including 'All You Need Is Love: The Beatles in Their Own Words.' The episode delves into behind-the-scenes stories, personal interactions with The Beatles, and their enduring legacy in music and society. Gaines …
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In this episode the special guest is Ivor Davis, an award-winning author and journalist who traveled with The Beatles during their 1964 tour. Ivor has recently updated his book "The Beatles and Me on Tour" to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the tour. During the interview, Ivor reflects on his experiences traveling with The Beatles and how his p…
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Author Ken Womack: 'Living The Beatles Legend'
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Cha-Chi and David are joined by Ken Womack, author of 'Living The Beatles Legend,' the story of Malcolm Evans, the Beatles’ long-time roadie, personal assistant, and devoted friend.By Get Back to the Beatles
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'Beatles On Film' Author Steve Matteo
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Steve Matteo, author of 'Act Naturally: The Beatles On Film' joins the show. In the book, a "comprehensive deep-dive into the band’s movies," Matteo follows the origins, filming, and fan reception of projects from the 1964 premiere of A Hard Day’s Night through 1970’s Let It Be to the release of Get Back in 2022. Get the book: https://a.co/d/aZEBzP…
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Philip Norman, Author of 'The Reluctant Beatle'
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The guest is Philip Norman, author of "George Harrison: The Reluctant Beatle." Norman is also the author of the New York Times bestseller "John Lennon: The Life" and the million-copy selling "Shout!: The Beatles in Their Generation" Get the book: https://a.co/d/gZ6VJhMBy Get Back to the Beatles
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'Wings' Legend Denny Laine Needs Your Help
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Elizabeth Hines, Denny’s Laine's wife, joins the show asking for a helping hand on Denny’s behalf. For the past two months, he’s been in and out of the hospital concerning an illness in his lungs that developed after his short bout with COVID last year. Elizabeth explains Denny's struggle and reveals that Denny's old bandmate Paul McCartney is inde…
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Bob and Paul Cowsill: RI Rock Royalty
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A rare chance to chat with rock legends Bob and Paul Cowsill and to hear the story of the ups and downs of the Cowsills' long musical journey. For tickets to see the Cowsills at the Regent Theater in Arlington on Oct. 6 visit https://regenttheatre.com/details/the_cowsillsBy Get Back to the Beatles
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The guest is Dafydd Rees, author of 'The Beatles 1963: A Year in the Life.' Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1913172228?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_7EA7A48QTX2H01ER5D1KBy Get Back to the Beatles
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Baseball and Beatles: Dr. Charles Steinberg
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Dr. Charles Steinberg, now of the Worcester Red Sox, is known for his career as a baseball exec. But he's also a Beatlemaniac. He joins the show to talk about his personal experience at a Beatles show and how he has woven the Beatles' poignancy into his career.By Get Back to the Beatles
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The guests are Robert R. Hieronimus and Laura E. Cortner, co-authors of 'It's All in the Mind: Inside the Beatles' Yellow Submarine' Get the book at https://a.co/d/i8jUkefBy Get Back to the Beatles
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Lennon Expert Jude Kessler and Scott McKinley, Voice of the Beatles
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Jude Southerland Kessler is the leading authority on John Lennon, having spent the last 33 years researching and writing the first four books in the anticipated 9-volume John Lennon Series. More on Jude: https://www.johnlennonseries.com/ Scott McKinley joins the show as well. The audiobook edition of Jude's 'She Loves You' features a lively charact…
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Madeline Bocaro, author of "In Your Mind - The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono." Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/Your-Mind-Infinite-Universe-Yoko/dp/1667813099By Get Back to the Beatles
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The guest is Dr. Susan Shumsky, author of "The Maharishi and Me: Seeking Enlightenment With the Beatles' Guru" More at: www.drsusan.org and divinetravels.comBy Get Back to the Beatles
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John Lennon attorney Jay Bergen joins the show to tell the story of how he worked closely with John to rebut specious copyright claims. Jay is the author of Lennon, the Mobster & the Lawyer which "catches the high drama of the courtroom skirmishes in this previously untold story. It also paints a detailed personal portrait of John and his world fro…
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A conversation with the one and only Pete Best! Pete talks about the passing of the Queen, about the time he bought his first drum kit, his adventures with John, Paul & George in Germany, his beloved family, the Decca Audition and lots more! You can Meet The Beatle himself Pete Best at SUPER MEGA FEST COMIC CON WEEKEND Sept 30th -Oct 2nd in Westfor…
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John Duke Logan is oroducer of "Magic With The Beatles, an entertaining and educational multimedia experience all centered around the Fab Four that includes mind reading, sleight of hand, videos, stories, prizes, cocktails, and more." For tickets to upcoming shows and more visit www.johndukelogan.com…
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Tom Hartman returns to the show to continue his stories of Beatles lore. His band, the Aerovons, was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording at the same time. He joins Cha-Chi and David to tell his Beatles story, part II.…
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My Beatles Story: Janice Mitchell and David Bieber
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Janice Mitchell, the author of "My Ticket To Ride," and David Bieber, who runs and curates the David Bieber Archives in Norwood, Massachusetts. join the show to meet for the first time and trade Beatles tales.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Leslie Cavendish and Gary Backstrom
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Today's guests are Leslie Cavendish, the author of "The Cutting Edge: The story of the Beatles hairdresser" and Gary Backstrom, front man and founder of a band Jiggle the Handle. He's performed tribute shows for the likes of The Beatles, Paul Simon, Peter Frampton, Billy Joel, Elton John, and many more. Get Leslie's book at: https://www.amazon.com/…
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Cha-Chi and David talk to author Janice Mitchell about her amazing book "My Ticket To Ride"By Get Back to the Beatles
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Meet Tom Hartman, whose band the Aerovons was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording at the same time. He joins Cha-chi and David to tell his Beatles story.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Too Much! Author David Stark's Beatles Memories
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Cha-Chi and Prof. Gallant talk with David Stark, author of IT’S ALL TOO MUCH, a "unique memoir about growing up in north London during the 1960s as a dedicated Beatles fan David was lucky enough to meet his musical heroes on various memorable occasions. From gate-crashing the Yellow Submarine film. premiere in 1968 (aged just fifteen) and ending up…
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Johnny A is beloved by many fans all over the world. He's a guitar player's guitar player. He's respected by so many musicians. He's performed with countless talents as a performer and a band leader. Cha-Chi and David hear his marvelous story.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Aidan Prewett is the author of several books, the newest called To Know John Lennon. He won the Victorian college of the arts best achievement in direction amongst other awards and honors. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Know-John-Lennon-Intimate-Colleagues/dp/1895131553By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-Chi and David talk with music journalist Mark Brickley, author of Postcards From Liverpool, and Paul Ferrante, who penned 30 Minutes in Memphis: a Beatles Story. Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and Sunday mornings 10am til noon on Seacoast Oldies 92.1FM/97.1FM…
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Cha-Chi and David chat with Chip Madinger, author of "LENNONOLOGY | Strange Days Indeed - A Scrapbook Of Madness." Get the book at: https://www.amazon.com/LENNONOLOGY-Strange-Days-Indeed-Scrapbook/dp/1631101749 Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and Sunday mornings 1…
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David and Cha-Chi land an interview with London-born Ivor Davis, who first came to America in the early 1960s and as a correspondent had occasion to hang out, travel with and get to know the Beatles. He is the author of "The Beatles. and Me On Tour." Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Beatles-Me-Tour-Ivor-Davis/dp/0990371077 Listen to Cha-Ch…
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Cha-Chi and David chat with filmmaker Paul Saltzman about his latest project, "The Beatles in India." Find more at https://thebeatlesinindia.com/By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-Chi and David are joined by special guest Stephanie LoPrete to interview legendary Beatles hairdresser Leslie Cavendish, author of "The Cutting Edge." To buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Cutting-Edge-Beatles-Hairdresser-Defined/dp/1846884314#:~:text=The%20Cutting%20Edge%3A%20The%20Story,9781846884313%3A%20Amazon.com%3A%20Books…
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Cha-Chi and David get back to the business of the Beatles with a fascinating talk with superfan and Emmy-Award-winning TV exec Debbie Gendler, who was in the audience when the Beatles made their national US television debut on the Ed Sullivan Show. More from Debbie: http://www.debbiegendler.com/By Get Back to the Beatles
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De Dee Benrey: For the Love Of Linda
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Fab Two: Beatles Authors Come Together
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Cha-Chi and David are joined by Patti Gallo Stenman the author of "Diary Of A Beatlemaniac" and Candi Leonard, author of "Beatleness."By Get Back to the Beatles
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Legendary Boston Globe sports scribe and Beatles nut Dan Shaughnessy joins Cha-Chi and David to talk Beates lyrics; his rememberances of the Fab Four and the poignant moment when his ailing daughter sought solace in the boys from Liverpool.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Beatles Historian and Author Kenneth Womack
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Cha-chi and Prof. David Gallant are joined by Prof. Steve Minichello to chat with Beatles historian Kenneth Womack. Womack is a world-renowned authority on the Beatles and author of a biography devoted to famed Beatles producer Sir George Martin.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-Chi and David recall the Beatles' legendary concert at Suffolk Downs -- as told by witnesses to the show.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Beatles Collectibles Expert Terry Crain
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Terry Crain, author of "NEMS and the Business of Selling Beatles Merchandise in the U.S.," joins the show to talk about the vast and fascinating world of Fab 4 memorabilia.By Get Back to the Beatles
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'Diary of a Beatlemaniac' Author Patricia Gallo-Stenman
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Cha-Chi and David are joined by Worcester State University Professor Stephen Minichiello (who teaches a class on the Beatles) for a conversation with 'Diary of a Beatlemaniac' author Patricia Gallo-Stenman.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-chi and David chat with Jude Southerland Kessler, author of series of historical narrative biographies about John Lennon. Please share and subscribe!By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-chi and David celebrate George Harrison's birthday by chatting with Candy Leonard, author of "Beatleness" and Robert Murray, who portrays George in the acclaimed Beatles tribute band Studio Two. Also the boys play along as "The Match Game" salutes Paul McCartney.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Shaun Weiss - Witness To The Rooftop Concert
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TODAY is the 50th anniversary of the Beatles legendary rooftop concert and Cha-chi and David chat with a witness to the iconic moment. Beatles aficionado Shaun Weiss shares memories of the chilly day in London when the Fab Four performed publicly for the final time.By Get Back to the Beatles
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A four-part pod-tacular concludes with side 4 of the White Album on the 50th anniversary of the epic release. Cha-chi and Prof. David are joined by musician and Beatles expert Tom Kelley to break down each song of side 4.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Happy Fab Friday! A four-part pod-tacular continues with side 3 of the White Album on the 50th anniversary of the epic release. Cha-chi and Prof. David are joined by musician and Beatles expert Tom Kelley to break down each song of side 3. Check back each Friday for the next installment of this Wicked Good White Album celebration!…
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A four-part pod-tacular continues with side 2 of the White Album on the 50th anniversary of the epic release. Cha-chi and David are joined by musician and Beatles expert Tom Kelley to break down each song of side 2. Check back each Friday for the next installment of this Wicked Good White Album celebration!…
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A four-part pod-tacular begins with side 1 of the White Album on the 50th anniversary of the epic release. Cha-chi and David are joined by musician and Beatles expert Tom Kelley to break down each song of side 1. Check back each Friday for the next installment of this Wicked Good White Album celebration!…
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A special Ringo edition of the pod as the boys await the drummer's arrival in Boston Sept. 17. Cha-Chi and David welcome guest Michael Seth Starr, author of "Ringo: With a Little Help."By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-chi and David are joined by 'Beatleness' author Dr. Candy Leonard to discuss the history, legacy and secrets behind the Beatles epic tune 'Hey Jude.'By Get Back to the Beatles
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All together now! Cha-chi and David with an animated discussion on the 50th anniversary of Yellow Submarine, including the band's initial misgivings; the seductive "gateway" nature of the movie and Cha-chi's mysterious piece of memorabilia.By Get Back to the Beatles
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Happy birthday Paul and Ringo! We are between birthdays for the living Beatles so Cha-chi and David share a load of Liverpool goodies. All you need is this pod!By Get Back to the Beatles
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Cha-chi Loprete and David Gallant chat with Beatles collector David Bieber, recorded live from the Give Peace a Dance event at the Norwood MA Space Center.By Get Back to the Beatles
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