Best It S Definitely A Film Podcasts (2024)

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "PUT ON A STACK OF 45's" - GERRY RAFFERTY - "BAKER STREET" - Featuring The Splendid Bohemians, Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik - A CLASSIC SONG POWERED BY AN IMMORTAL SAXOPHONE RIFF ... 32:11

18h ago32:11

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The story of Gerry Rafferty's "Baker Street" has it all: a troubled, ambivalent creator, an unforgettable sax riff whose ownership has spawned controversy for almost 50 years, and a mysterious, compelling lyric. One of Scotland's leading artistic lights, Rafferty, who started as partner to the beloved comedian Billy Connolly in The Humblebums, went…

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Special Ladies Get Nasty 49:50

1d ago49:50

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Cec and Stef often brag that a particular episode will be their BEST EVER. But this one really is. Topics such as porn, bananas, memory, and H.R. get discussed. And obviously so much more!By Stefanie Taylor

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #72 - QUINCY JONES - SANFORD AND SON THEME “THE STREETBREAKER” (A&M, 1973) 6:08

5d ago6:08

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Redd Foxx was one funny motherfucker. And, hell on wheels. Apparently, he was the scourge of taxi drivers in Las Vegas, where he lived, worked, and is buried - because he would either throw up in the backseat of their cabs, or refuse to pay his fare, or both. As the “King of the Party Records”, Redd made 50 dirty albums (I have a few on 8 track) - …

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The Usual Suspects 28:18

4d ago28:18

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This week we discuss the 1995 crime thriller film The Usual Suspects directed by Bryan Singer. The plot follows the interrogation of Roger ”Verbal” Kint (played by Kevin Spacey), a small-time con man, who is one of only two survivors of a massacre. Through flashback and narration, Spacey tells an interrogator a convoluted story of events including …

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The Karate Kid 27:20

4d ago27:20

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This is the first - and the best - in the series of The Karate Kid movies - the original 1984 movie directed by John Avilsden (the oscar winning director of Rocky). It stars Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue, and William Zabka. The Karate Kid follows the story of Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio), an Italian-American teenager from New Jersey w…

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Deadpool & Wolverine 29:12

4d ago29:12

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This week we are reviewing the 2024 American superhero comedy film Deadpool & Wolverine directed by Shawn Mendes. Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman respectively star as Wade Wilson / Deadpool and Logan / Wolverine, alongside a cavalcade of star cameos. In the film, Deadpool learns that the Time Variance Authority is set to destroy his universe and par…

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Best Australian Films of all Time 12:11

9d ago12:11

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Today we are reviewing what we think are the best Australian movies of all time. And there loads to choose from. What a great selection of Australian movies there are. We rattle through a lot of films before discussing our top 10. Will we agree or disagree on our number 1? Do you have a favourite? Could it be Baz Luhrman's big budget Australia with…

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Forrest Gump 28:42

8d ago28:42

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Today we are reviewing the 1994 American comedy drama film Forrest Gump directed by Robert Zemeckis. Winner of 6 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor for Tom Hanks. The film follows the life of an Alabama man named Forrest Gump (Hanks) and his experiences in the 20th-century United States. It also stars Robin Wright a…

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Cast Away 21:38

8d ago21:38

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Today we are reviewing Cast Away a 2000 American survival drama film directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Tom Hanks and Helen Hunt. The Scotsman starts to tells the story of how this podcast started before the Aussie shuts him down. The Scotsman hasn’t watched Cast Away since it came out and thought he would be bored but boy was he impressed. H…

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The Facts of Life Forever 50:22

8d ago50:22

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In keeping with the 80s sitcom theme from last week, the Special Ladies bring some serious tea about the Facts of Life reboot. Stefanie is too smart to watch crime dramas and Cecily cries at a musical. Plus more, of course!By Stefanie Taylor

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #71 - "IT'S A LOVELY DAY TODAY," - ROSEMARY CLOONEY (THE PERFECT SUNNY SONG!) 5:28

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There was something magical about Rosemary Clooney: the girl next door with the velvet tones. A 1950s dreamboat that you imagined might bring you cocoa on a chilly evening, and rub your temples after you had labored for hours, toiling to create the perfect arrangement for her. A game lady. I admit I may have been dazzled by the Show Biz glow reflec…

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "PUT ON A STACK OF 45's" - THE TORNADOS - "TELSTAR" - Featuring The Splendid Bohemians, Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik - JOE MEEK'S GHOSTLY TRIBUTE TO THE FUTURE! 20:17

10d ago20:17

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https://airandspace.si.edu/collection-objects/communications-satellite-telstar/nasm_A20070113000 The Splendid Bohemians are taking you back to 1962, a time when technology held so much promise for a more peaceful tomorrow. Telstar, the communications satellite was launched, linking one side of the globe to the other; Kennedy announced the good news…

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CODA. 18:06

17d ago18:06

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Today we review the 2022 oscar winning coming-of-age comedy-drama film CODA written and directed by Sian Heder. It stars Emilia Jones as Ruby Rossi, the child of deaf adults (CODA) and only hearing member of her family, who attempts to help her family's struggling fishing business while pursuing her aspirations to become a singer. This podcast does…

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The Sixth Sense 18:05

17d ago18:05

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Today we review the 1999 American psychological thriller film The Sixth Sense directed by M. Night Shyamalan. It stars Bruce Willis as a child psychologist whose patient (Haley Joel Osment) claims he can see and talk to the dead. The Scotsman is triggered - it reminds him of the time he was locked in a cupboard as a child. The Aussie - well let's j…

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Backstreet Boys Vs. N*SYNC 48:35

15d ago48:35

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In this episode, the special ladies have horrible takes on everything from The Olympics to Boy Bands to the beloved 80s sitcom Family Ties. If you hear ONE episode this year, don't make it this one!By Stefanie Taylor

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "PUT ON A STACK OF 45's" - JOEY HEATHERTON - "GONE" - Featuring The Splendid Bohemians, Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik - PASSION REVEALED! 35:14

16d ago35:14

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“GONE” - JOEY HEATHERTON (MGM, 1972) It all started with a friendly competition. We had just done an episode about my early crush Bobby Gentry and her iconic “Ode to Billy Joe”. Rich does a counterpunch here with a tribute to his own teen heartthrob, the pulchritudinous Joey Heatherton, daughter of Ray “The Merry Mailman” - a host of one of our aft…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #70: HIGH HOPES by Frank Sinatra (Capitol, 1959) 4:43

16d ago4:43

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Oh, I know what you’re thinking: the Mez has finally lost it with this twee, Oscar winning anthem to persistence. But, my instincts tell me that someone might need to hear it again. Because, judging from my daily struggle with the urge to chuck it, do nothing, and give in to cynicism, I suspect I’m not alone. The world is just too exhausting. But, …

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A real celebration of all things Zippy and George from Rainbow with Ronnie Le Drew, Zippy. George and a special guest appearance! 1:57:56

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Let us know what you think of the latest episode of Distinct Nostalgia by clicking here and sending us a message We’ve been planning this for a while - and here they are by popular demand. Ronnie Le Drew with Zippy and George from the legendary kids tv series Rainbow. Ronnie chats to Ashley about the early years of Rainbow which started in 1972, ho…

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Jerry Maguire 17:32

22d ago17:32

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Today we are reviewing the 1996 American sports comedy-drama film Jerry Maguire starring Tom Cruise as the sports agent Jerry Maguire, alongside Cuba Gooding Jr. and Renée Zellweger. Spawning several catchphrases into popular culture, such as "Show me the money!" ; "You had me at 'Hello'"; "You complete me" and "Help me help you" this is one of the…

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "PUT ON A STACK OF 45's" - LITTLE WILLIE JOHN- "COTTAGE FOR SALE" - Featuring The Splendid Bohemians, Rich Buckland and Bill Mesnik 34:15

22d ago34:15

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Little Willie John was a teenager when he recorded his first hit, “All Around the World,” for King Records, in 1955. When his career faded in 1962, John was a grizzled veteran of 25. Although rock & roll was once the province of the young, few singers under the age of 20 have been able to communicate more than jittery restlessness or poignant ache.…

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A Few Good Men 10:38

24d ago10:38

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Today we are reviewing the 1992 American legal drama film A Few Good Men written by Aaron Sorkin, directed by Rob Reiner, and starring an ensemble case including Tom Cruise, Jack Nicholson, Demi Morre, Kevin Bacon, Kevin Pollak, J T Walsh, Cuba Gooding Jnr and Kiefer Sutherland. The plot follows the court-martial of two U.S. Marines charged with th…

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We Predict the Next President Will Be... 43:41

22d ago43:41

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On an episode which can only be described as UTTER GENIUS, the special ladies make political predictions, tell stories and play a game from your childhood. This is a CAN'T MISS!By Stefanie Taylor

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"CAPTAIN BILLY’S MAGIC 8 BALL" -SEASON TWO- EPISODE TWO - JONI MITCHELL- FEATURING THE ALBUM "THE HISSING OF SUMMER LAWNS" IN HIGH DEFINITION - THE ENTIRE ALBUM WITH THE CAPTAIN'S MAGNETIC NARRATIVE -THE ... 44:51

26d ago44:51

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THE HISSING OF SUMMER LAWNS by Joni Mitchell (Asylum, 1975) Hail, hail Joni Mitchell! A survivor with a roller-coaster history of adventures, both artistic and existential. She’s still standing, albeit with a cane - (Polio couldn’t fell her; an aneurysm? Piffle!) From folkie goddess who pierced her madrigals through with a brutal, autobiographical …

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "SCOTT MCKENZIE- THE POWER OF THE FLOWER "- FEATURING THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS, RICH BUCKLAND AND BILL MESNIK- SCOTT AND JOHN PHILLIPS MET WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL- TOGETHER THEY DEFINED ... 24:56

30d ago24:56

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August 20, 2012- Scott sang a gentle song that became a hit and something of a theme song for 1967's "Summer of Love." Scott McKenzie, best known for San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair, died Saturday in Los Angeles. He was 73. According to the singer's website, he "had been very ill recently and passed away in his home after two we…

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Oh We're DEFINITELY the A-holes! 46:08

29d ago46:08

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A mishap at an apartment building, a new Am I the A-Hole, and never-before-heard Biden gaffes. And if you think we sleep on the Cosby impressions...THINK AGAIN!By Stefanie Taylor

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #69: MONTANA by Frank Zappa (DiscReet, 1973) 8:32

1M ago8:32

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Hang on to your hats, folks, it’s Frank Zappa time! Love ‘im or Hate ‘im, you have to admit that Zappa was an all-American original. Virtuoso guitarist, ground-breaking jazz-fusion orchestral arranger, and scathing social satirist, Zappa stood alone against legions of corporate sycophants, carving out a successful empire built from sheer hubris and…

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Gladiator 15:45

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This week we discuss the 2000 epic historical drama film Gladiator directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe in his Oscar winning performance with Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen, Oliver Reed, Djimon Hounsou and other huge stars. Winner of best movie and best actor for Crow and guess what the Aussie does not like it! He doesn't rate this …

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American Beauty 32:12

1M ago32:12

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This week we discuss the 1999 American black comedy drama film American Beauty directed by Sam Mendes in his directorial debut. Winner of 5 oscars this movie stars Kevin Spacey as Lester Burnham, an advertising executive who has a midlife crisis when he becomes infatuated with his teenage daughter's best friend, played by Mena Suvari. Annette Benin…

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As Good as It Gets 20:52

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This week we discuss the 1997 American romantic comedy drama film As Good as It Gets. It stars Jack Nicholson in his oscar winning role as a misanthropic, bigoted and obsessive–compulsive novelist, Helen Hunt in her oscar winning role as a single mother with a chronically ill son, and Greg Kinnear in his Golden Globe winning role as a gay artist. N…

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The Shawshank Redemption 12:41

1M ago12:41

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This week we discuss the 1994 American prison drama The Shawshank Redemption starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. The film tells the story of banker Andy Dufresne (Robbins), who is sentenced to life in Shawshank State Penitentiary for the murders of his wife and her lover, despite his claims of innocence. Over the following two decades, he befr…

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Goodfellas 19:30

1M ago19:30

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This week we discuss the 1990 American biographical crime drama film Goodfellas directed by Martin Scorsese. It stars Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, Lorraine Bracco and Paul Sorvino. The film narrates the rise and fall of mob associate Henry Hill and his friends and family from 1955 to 1980. This is one of the Scotsman's favourite and the A…

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A Star is Born 10:41

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This week we discuss the 2018 American musical romantic drama A Star is Born directed by Bradley Cooper and starring Bradley Cooper, Lady Gaga, Dave Chappelle, Andrew Dice Clay and Sam Elliot. You will be surprised by both Rob and Rohans reaction to this one - one of the few movies Rob had not seen and there is a good reason for it. He hates this!!…

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Die Hard 19:29

1M ago19:29

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This week we discuss the 1988 American action thriller film Die Hard starring Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia. Is this Bruce Willis's best film? We think so. Is it a Christmas movie? We discuss. "I loved it as a boy and I love it as a man" just one of the profound statements from the Aussie in this week's review of an all time classic…

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Dead Poets Society 9:23

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This week we disuss the 1989 American coming of age film Dead Poets Society directed by Tom Schulman and starring Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke, Josh Charles, Kurtwood Smith, Norman Lloyd and Lara Flynn Boyle. There's no messing around in this podcast. No hello. No story. They just get straight into it. This is one of the only fi…

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Rocky 35:39

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This week we discuss the 1976 American sports drama film Rocky written by and starring Sylvester Stallone. It is the first installment in the Rocky franchise and also stars Talia Shire, Burt Young, Carl Weathers, and Burgess Meredith. In the film, Rocky Balboa (Stallone), a poor small-time club fighter gets an unlikely shot at the world heavyweight…

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The Silence of the Lambs 12:59

1M ago12:59

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This week we discuss the 1991 American psychological horror thriller film The Silence of The Lambs starring Jodie Foster as Clarice Starling, a young FBI trainee who is hunting a serial killer named "Buffalo Bill" who skins his female victims. To catch him, she seeks the advice of the imprisoned Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins), a brilliant ps…

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Rain Man 21:12

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This week we discuss the 1988 American road comedy drama film Rain Man starring Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman and Valeria Golino. It tells the story of abrasive, selfish, young wheeler-dealer Charlie Babbitt (Cruise), who discovers that his estranged father has died and bequeathed virtually all of his multimillion-dollar estate to his other son, Raymo…

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Slumdog Millionaire 21:35

1M ago21:35

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This week we discuss the 2008 British drama film Slumdog Millionaire directed by Danny Boyle and starring Dev Patel in his film debut as Jamal. It narrates the story of 18-year-old Jamal Malik from the Juhu slums of Mumbai. As a contestant on an Indian-Hindi version of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire Jamal surprises everyone by answering every questi…

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Welcome intro to Aussie and the Scotsman 1:14

1M ago1:14

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A quick 1min intro to let you know who we are and what we are doing. It's not that deep - we discuss movies! Come along for the ride and discover, like the Scotsman did, that the Aussie has not seen many movies.By Aussie and The Scotsman

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"CAPTAIN BILLY’S MAGIC 8 BALL" -SEASON TWO- EPISODE ONE- THE BEATLES- FEATURING THE ALBUM "LET IT BE" IN HIGH DEFINITION - THE ENTIRE ALBUM WITH THE CAPTAIN'S MAGNETIC NARRATIVE -THE CAPTAIN EXPLORES HIS ... 37:00

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I was 11 when the Beatles first appeared in America, and I literallyowe my life, my career, and my marriage to the guitar I bought and learned to play because of their influence. I have the entire Beatles catalogue on 8 Track, including the post break up solo albums, so picking one for the return of Captain Billy’s Magic 8 Ball presented a real qua…

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R U Having a Nervous Breakdown? 52:41

1M ago52:41

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Cec and Stef guide you through a quiz to find out if you too are having a mental breakdown. Plus, we talk Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders and how to become a stock photo model. And so very much more. Is this their best show? Definitely. Check out one of Tropical Smoothie Cafe's 1400+ locations or order a delicious smoothie (or other items) online or th…

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HOTEL BOHEMIA PRESENTS "THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA OF DOUBT" -A CAUTIONARY AND MELODIC MEDITATION FOR THE AGES & THE YOUTHFUL- FEATURING THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS, RICH BUCKLAND AND BILL MESNIK- WITH VINCE ... 55:40

1M ago55:40

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"I have reached an age when, if someone tells me to wear socks, I don't have to." Albert Einstein (1879-1955) "How old would you be if you didn't know how old you was*?" Satchel Paige (1906-1982) "By the time you're eighty years old you've learned everything. You only have to remember it." George Burns (1896-1996) "The wiser mind mourns less for wh…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #68: I’M READY by Muddy Waters (Chess, 1954) 4:57

1M ago4:57

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Are you ready? Ready for action? Ready for… whatever? I hope you are, because when opportunity knocks you better at least have your drawers on when you answer the door. They say success is when preparation meets opportunity, so you best be ready to jump when the light goes on. This sassy stop-time number was written by the Mozart of the blues, bass…

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Swift Vs Grohl 58:19

1M ago58:19

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We listen to a very disturbing musical clip, discuss Taylor Swift and Britney Spears and of course try to get to the bottom of the "How old is Ziggy" age-old question. Plus more!By Stefanie Taylor

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HOTEL BOHEMIA WELCOMES "RICHARD SAMET "KINKY" FRIEDMAN -THE WILD MAN FROM BORNEO " - November 1, 1944 – June 27, 2024 - FEATURING THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS, RICH BUCKLAND AND BILL MESNIK 57:42

2M ago57:42

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Kinky Friedman, the singer, songwriter, humorist and sometime politician who with his band, the Texas Jewboys, developed an ardent following among alt-country music fans with songs like “They Ain’t Makin' Jews Like Jesus Anymore” — and whose biting cultural commentary earned him comparisons with Will Rogers and Mark Twain — died on Thursday at his …

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #67: MOTHER, PLEASE! By Jo Ann Campbell (Cameo-Parkway, 1963) 4:32

1M ago4:32

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Back in the day there was a commercial for a pain reliever called Anacin, which was so psychotically hilarious that its catch phrase instantly became a “viral” meme, way before that term was invented. Even as 10 year olds, we would go around screaming: “Mother, PLEASE, I’d rather do it myself!!” Imitating the emotionally wrecked housewife in the ad…

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Bored AF Unhinged 49:36

2M ago49:36

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Maybe the ladies are tired, maybe it's too much caffeine. Either way, they're loopy and you're gonna like it. Do they tell a story or two that may have been told in the past? Sure. But some of the details change so it's gonna be exciting...AGAIN. Plus, they talk about old school topics like exes, dating, and ridiculous people. Check out Tropical Sm…

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The Splendid Bohemians Present An R&B Special - "Juke Kooper"- The Blue Rocks Of Ages With Horns"- Part Two 29:31

2M ago29:31

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“I wasn’t bound to a style,” Al Kooper has said. He was talking about his guitar playing but just as easily could have been talking about the totality of Al Kooper, songwriter, musician, singer, producer, band director. “If anything, I was known for being in the right place at the right time and playing the right thing.” Kooper has been at the hear…

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BILL MESNIK OF THE SPLENDID BOHEMIANS PRESENTS: THE SUNNY SIDE OF MY STREET - SONGS TO MAKE YOU FEEL GOOD - EPISODE #66: LOVIN’ YOU by Minnie Riperton (Epic, 1975) 6:10

2M ago6:10

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This is the story of a love song that sings from beyond the grave. Lovin’ You started life as a lullaby for baby Maya Rudolph, the child of singer Minnie Riperton and songwriter Richard Rudolph. Stevie Wonder, who co-produced the record, plays the gorgeous electronic keyboard accompaniment. It was a late-entry addition to MInnie’s solo album Perfec…

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Don't Drink the Kool-Aid! 58:51

2M ago58:51

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From theater geeking to cults, Stef and Cec spew all kinds of crazy opinions while trying to get cancelled. Tropical Smoothie Cafe, our sponsor, has over 1400 + locations nationwide. Or you can grab one of their delicious smoothies, bowls or wraps online or through their app!By Stefanie Taylor

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