Best Les Calvert Podcasts (2024)

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At The Club #4 3:04:01

1M ago3:04:01

3:04:01

At The Club #4 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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Disco Classics 2 57:27

3M ago57:27

57:27

Some gems from the last couple of years I've been lovin' and also a bit more of a deep dubbier vibe into the sound of disco from the 70s and early 80sBy Les Calvert

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Chapters Epiosde 1 (Discovering Music Part 1) 1:13:07

3M ago1:13:07

1:13:07

My life narrated through music over the past 40 years is a journey worth sharing. From the highs to the lows, I'll recount it all. From the nightclubs where I raved, to the music I bought as a kid, the record shops I worked at, and the countless tales of DJing on dance floors around the world, every beat tells a part of my story.…

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All Sorts Of House Music 1:13:06

1y ago1:13:06

1:13:06

Been a while since I've put a mix on here so soz about that but I hope you enjoy this selection of tunes I've picked that covers multiple vibes.By Les Calvert

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Les Calvert & Lil John @ Reminisce 2022 1:58:49

2y ago1:58:49

1:58:49

Les Calvert & Lil John @ Reminisce 2022 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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Scouse As Fuck #3 54:47

3+ y ago54:47

54:47

Scouse As Fuck #3 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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At The Club #3 1:31:43

3+ y ago1:31:43

1:31:43

At The Club #3 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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At The Club #2 1:33:36

4y ago1:33:36

1:33:36

For those who like their beats a bit hard and chunky without any of that fluffy gear.By Les Calvert

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Disco Classics 1:01:07

4y ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Disco Classics by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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Scouse As Fuck #2 59:52

4y ago59:52

59:52

Scouse As Fuck #2 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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At The Club 34:20

4+ y ago34:20

34:20

At The Club by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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I’m a genius and up close with Jason Bonham 28:51

4+ y ago28:51

28:51

During this most unusual time we need to think of smart new ways to stay germ free. I share my thoughts on what I predict will be our new world order (at least for me). I also catch up with Jason Bonham, son of the great Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham.

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Did you know that I play the Accordion? 22:21

4+ y ago22:21

22:21

Yes, yes and yes! Check out this nugget from the 80’s. We’ll talk about ‘Morning Radio’ then-and-now, Hallmark events in my life like this COVID-19. I hope you’ll enjoy, stay safe and know we're gonna get thru this! Peace & Love.

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Coconut Grove & Quadrant Park Megamix Part 1 1:00:07

4+ y ago1:00:07

1:00:07

By Les Calvert

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Scouse As Fuck 1:11:25

4+ y ago1:11:25

1:11:25

By Les Calvert

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2020 - Mix 1 1:02:51

4+ y ago1:02:51

1:02:51

By Les Calvert

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It's Great To Be Back! Now Get Off My Lawn! 21:52

5y ago21:52

21:52

It’s hard to write a compelling tease for a podcast. So, simply put I’ve been away from the show and I’m back. I hate the time-change, winter and especially the plastic clamshell. I’ll also share a 1998 interview with the late Ray Manzarek of The Doors.

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Comedian Derek Richards is 'Just the right amount of wrong'! 28:24

5y ago28:24

28:24

I caught up with Detroit native and Specs Howard grad, Derek Richards, to talk about the fast-paced, raucous ride across America with four Irish comedians starring in The Irish Comedy Tour. It's St. Patrick's Day every day!

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Les Paul and Bob Seger on the Same Podcast! 17:02

5y ago17:02

17:02

On June 9th we celebrate the great Les Paul's birthday. Les Paul is one of the nicest people I've ever interviewed. On that same Mount Rushmore of Great Guys is Bob Seger. They don't get any nicer. This week there were two events, and I have two stories.

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Stevie Nicks had a crush on me and I can prove it! 22:22

5y ago22:22

22:22

That's right, it happened back in 2011. She wrote a song about me called "Secret Love." It was the first single from the 2011 solo release called "In Your Dreams." Look, it's complicated, but I'm telling you it happened. Stevie shares the sad details.

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The Real Story Behind Guess Who's "American Woman" 24:14

5+ y ago24:14

24:14

Burton Cummings starts by saying "It's an attitude of gratitude." On this podcast we hear the story behind 'American Woman', Guess Who's only number one. Burton Cummings tell us that there wouldn't be a Guess Who without Rosalie Trombley and CKLW.

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Tech 'n' House 1:30:19

5+ y ago1:30:19

1:30:19

Tech 'n' House by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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"So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star" 20:13

5+ y ago20:13

20:13

"Just get an electric guitar then take some time and learn how to play." So said the Byrds in 1966. I'll take a look at the state of the music industry. Most musicians aren't making any money. Are the record companies? And, my chat with Robert Cray.

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"Kenny Kenny Who Can I Turn To" 867-WKEN 25:19

5+ y ago25:19

25:19

"Hello, how are you?" I tried counting the number of songs written and recorded about the phone. Well, I can tell you that there’s an entire website devoted to telephone songs. I stopped at 100! A radio station couldn’t survive without a phone. Here’s why.

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House Meet Disco 1:11:50

5+ y ago1:11:50

1:11:50

House Meet Disco by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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For the Record, I love Vinyl 25:31

5+ y ago25:31

25:31

Saturday April 13, 2019 was 'Record Store Day.' I love my vinyl. I love and hug my collection of long playing 33 1/3 records every chance I get. Paul Rodgers sold a ton of records. He's an amazing artist and a great interview. Whew, I'm all right now!

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Scans, Drugs and Slip 'N Falls 18:21

5+ y ago18:21

18:21

Ozzy Osbourne recently fell at his home and re-injured his back. Mick Jagger and Lindsey Buckingham have just had major heart procedures. In 2017, Bob Seger had neck surgery. Frampton is walking away from music. Our rockers are starting to show their age!

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Alex Lifeson, What's Your Rush? 21:30

5+ y ago21:30

21:30

In January, 2018 Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson confirmed that Rush is done, over, end of story. After the “R40” tour, Neil Peart announced his retirement, citing chronic tendonitis and other ailments. “After 41 years, we felt it was enough.”

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Who Took the Fun Out of Radio? 29:16

5+ y ago29:16

29:16

Well, that's a great question. When I first got in to radio it was the wild, wild west. The FM dial was freewheeling and free forming as we went along. New music was flowing like water, and there was live music nightly. So, who took the fun out of radio?

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My First Radio Didn't Have a Speaker! Wait...What? 23:53

5+ y ago23:53

23:53

I received my first radio at age 9 from my dad. It was called a Harpers Pocket Radio. No battery, no AC plug, just an earphone and an alligator clip. Today It would be called the 'MacGyver'. That radio would set me on a path that would become my passion.

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Say Ken, Where have you been? At Several Detroit Radio Stations 19:26

5+ y ago19:26

19:26

I've worked at 6 Detroit area radio stations. W4, WABX, WRIF, WLLZ, WJR and WCSX. On today’s podcast, I discuss the evolution of the various formats that were born out of the late 60’s radio revolution. I also talk with Thomas Hayden Church.

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Marijuana Infused Coca-Cola and a Side of Stephen Stills 21:24

5+ y ago21:24

21:24

According to USA Today Coca-Cola is "closely watching" the market for drinks infused with cannabidiol, or CBD, the chemical in marijuana. Will it come in a bottle resembling a bong? And, Happy Birthday Buffalo Springfield. So, drink up and have a listen!

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David Crosby - Not a Fan of the Record Companies 16:56

5+ y ago16:56

16:56

A Twitter user infamously claimed to have spent her rent money on Elton John tickets. Concert ticket prices worldwide increase at a rate much faster than inflation. The average price of a ticket to see your favorite band has tripled in the last 20 years.

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Hey, Hey, We’re The Monkees – Davy Jones 1997 13:39

5+ y ago13:39

13:39

Thursday, February 21, 2019 we lost Peter Tork of The Monkees. Stephen Stills originally auditioned for the part. He didn’t get it. Stills then recommended Peter Tork. I checked my archives and found this classic interview with Davy Jones. RIP Peter Tork.

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My Last Interview with the Late Glenn Frey 19:01

5+ y ago19:01

19:01

It’s still with a heavy heart that I share this with you. It’s with my old friend Glenn Frey. We lost Glenn Frey just over three years ago on January 18, 2016. It was one of those “I remember exactly where I was when I heard the news.” Damn, I miss Glenn Frey.

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Give a Hand to UTR Michigan Hosts Tom Daldin & Jim Edelman 45:06

5+ y ago45:06

45:06

I met Tom Daldin & Jim Edelman at WRIF in the early 80's. We had a lot of fun. Now, they're living the dream with their hit PBS television program Under the Radar Michigan. The entire state of Michigan is 96,716 miles. They have a lot left to see. Let's go!

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Modo - Saturday 16th February 2019 1:27:59

5+ y ago1:27:59

1:27:59

Modo - Saturday 16th February 2019 by Les CalvertBy Les Calvert

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My Podcast Needed to Get Out of the House, So... 36:09

5+ y ago36:09

36:09

Up and coming Detroit comedian Nate Armbruster is my podcasting mentor. He’s the millennial son I never had. He helps me with all things social media. I asked Nate how to do a podcast on the road? We went to a great burger bar. Well let’s see how we do.

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Happy Birthday Alice Cooper 19:36

5+ y ago19:36

19:36

On today's podcast we say happy birthday to Alice Cooper.

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Martin Gross is a Musician's Musician and He Loves Detroit 1:05:01

5+ y ago1:05:01

1:05:01

I’m blessed to have met a lot of cool people. But, Tino Gross, or should I say, Tino G exudes cool. He’s a beautiful soul with love in his heart for Detroit, his family and his music. Put on your shades my friends and have a listen. Live it up!

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"Monday Memories" With Chad Smith 23:05

5+ y ago23:05

23:05

You will not meet a nicer human being than Chad Smith. Chad grew up in the Detroit suburbs and was an active member of the rock 'n roll scene. Chad is currently getting ready for the Red Hot Chili Peppers tour of Australia and New Zealand. Enjoy!

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"Monday Memories" With Iggy Pop 24:46

5+ y ago24:46

24:46

As you know, I have a lust for life! Today’s interview features my 2010 interview with Iggy Pop just days prior to the Stooges induction in to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You’re going to want to listen to this one. Trust me!

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"Monday Memories" With Queen's Brian May 17:42

5+ y ago17:42

17:42

Happy New Year! As you may know, the Queen with Adam Lambert Tour will be up and running in 2019 with a stop in Detroit at the LCA on July 27th. The tour follows the incredible success of the movie and music biopic “Bohemian Rhapsody”. Enjoy!

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"Monday Memories" With Don Henley 17:58

5+ y ago17:58

17:58

Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas! On today’s podcast, I’ll share one of my all-time favorites. It’s a chat with Don Henley. He wasn’t very happy with me. I told him he needed to write more music. Well, we made up and he surprised me with a great gift!

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Vintage Boxing Night 2018 1:25:10

5+ y ago1:25:10

1:25:10

Vintage returns Boxing NIght at 53 https://www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Liverpool/53-Liverpool/53-Liverpool-present-Vintage/13419650/tb.html?utm_expid=.4K-aGCJIRBubXvFzDIzatQ.1&utm_referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.skiddle.com%2Fsearch%2Fkeyword.php%3Fkeyword%3Dvintage%2B53By Les Calvert

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"Monday Memories" With ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons 19:01

5+ y ago19:01

19:01

On today’s Podcast, I’ll share my thoughts on Holiday/Christmas gift-giving. Why do celebrities feel inclined to get into the food and beverage business? I also ask you about proper tipping. My guest today is Billy Gibbons from 2013. Enjoy!

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“Monday Memories” With Comedian Bobby Slayton 31:11

5+ y ago31:11

31:11

On today’s podcast, I go off on a new Oreo drink mix and shopping carts left in a parking space! Weed is now legal in Michigan and banned Christmas songs from the WKEN playlist. My guest today is from 2010, the Pitbull of Comedy Bobby Slayton. Enjoy!

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"Monday Memories" With Christopher Guest 21:28

5+ y ago21:28

21:28

I take you back to 2010 and a classic interview with Christopher Guest. You know him from SNL in the 80’s, This Is Spinal Tap, Waiting for Guffman, A Mighty Wind. The Princess Bride, For Your Consideration and Best In Show. I also tackle my OCD/ADD.

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"Monday Memories" with the Late Chris Squire of Yes 15:01

5+ y ago15:01

15:01

I caught up with the late Chris Squire back on August 2, 2012. They were playing DTE with Procol Harum. We only had a limited time, but I wanted to share it on my "Monday Memories".

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Whoa Nelly, Keith Jackson and the "Ten-Year War" 19:51

5+ y ago19:51

19:51

I had the chance to interview Keith Jackson in 1997. He describes himself this way. “I was born on the kitchen table, we grew everything we ate. I rode a horse to school." A fan seeing Keith yells, “You are college football to me!”. Whoa Nelly, enjoy!

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