Best Larry Mishkin Podcasts (2024)

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"Deadhead Diplomacy: Tucker Carlson's Musical Paradox" 1:13:03

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Brent Midland's First Show 45 Years Ago Today RIP: Dickey Betts, A True Brother Larry Mishkin begins with a discussion about the significance of April 20th (420 Day) and reminisces about a Grateful Dead concert from 45 years ago on April 22nd, 1979, which marked Brent Midland's first show with the band. He delves into Brent Midland's impact on the …

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1999 - Phil Lesh Returns to the Stage for the First Phil & Friends Show Ever Joined By Some Phriends Phrom Phish 1:08:29

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Phil Lesh's Triumphant Return: A Musical Journey 25 Years Ago Today Larry Mishkin provides a retrospective analysis of a significant musical event from April 15th, 1999, focusing on Phil Lesh's return to the stage after surgery, marking the first Phil and Friends show. He discusses the lineup, including Trey Anastasio and Paige McConnell from Phish…

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Dark Star Illuminations: Uncovering Pigpen's Keyboard Magic 1:08:17

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"From Europe 1972 to Las Vegas Residency: The Music World Buzz" On today's show Larry Mishkin discusses various topics related to music, particularly focusing on the Grateful Dead and their Europe 1972 tour. He shares personal anecdotes, insights, and analysis of specific songs from the tour, such as "Bertha" and "Mr. Charlie." Additionally, the he…

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April Fool's Prank: The Grateful Dead's Chuck Berry Surprise 1:06:02

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"Exploring the Sweetness of 'Candyman': A Grateful Dead Classic" Larry Mishkin reflects on a Grateful Dead show from 44 years ago on April 1st, 1980, where the band played a prank on April Fool's Day, starting with a Chuck Berry tune and then transitioning to their usual instruments to perform the song again. Larry also talks about the significance…

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Larry Talks Marijuana Cultivation and Music With Nik Erickson of Full Moon Farms in Humboldt. The Dead play “How Sweet It Is To Be Loved By You” for the one and only time on March 25, 1972 1:04:41

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"From Outlaw to Entrepreneur: The Evolution of Cannabis Farming" Larry Mishkin is joined by Nick Erickson from Full Moon Farms in California. Nick shares his family's long history in California, dating back to the Gold Rush era. He discusses his introduction to cannabis cultivation, growing up around marijuana plants, and his experiences with law e…

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1977 Winterland: The Dead Bust Out Fire On The Mountain and Take Their One and Only Attempt At Terrapin Flyer 1:08:09

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"Grateful Dead's Notable Tracks from 1977 plus a cure for Female Orgasmic Disorder" Larry Mishkin covers the Grateful Dead show from March 18th, 1977, at the Winterland arena in San Francisco, showcasing notable performances of songs like "Sugaree" and "Peggy-O." He delves into the history and significance of these songs within the Grateful Dead re…

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From Help On The Way to So Many Roads: Reliving the Rosemont Horizon Dead Show 1:05:59

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"From Chicago to Egypt: Collecting Dead Memorabilia and Memories with Jay Blakesburg" Larry Mishkin features a nostalgic recounting of a Grateful Dead concert from March 11th, 1993, at the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois. The discussion covers various aspects of the event, including the venue's challenges, the band's performance, and reflect…

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The Dead Swing the Swing in 1977, debut Terrapin and Estimated Prophet, Everyone Has A Good Time 1:03:11

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"Birthdays, Breakouts, and Psychedelic Jams: The Legendary Grateful Dead Concert of '77" Today’s show comes from February 26, 1977 at the Swing Auditorium. The show not only opens the fabulous ’77 campaign and contains the first live versions of two of the truly great Dead tunes – Terrapin Station and Estimated Prophet – but it throws smoke and spi…

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Back to The Capitol Theater in 1971 For More Breakouts; First show without Mickey, Pig Does His Thing, Lots of LSD. More states break records for total annual and monthly marijuana sales. 1:07:27

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"Reflecting on the Grateful Dead's Capitol Theatre Shows and Toby Keith smoking with Willie Nelson" Larry Michigan discusses the Grateful Dead's historic show at the Capitol Theatre on February 19, 1971. Larry reminisces about the atmosphere of the venue and the significance of the performance, highlighting the debut of several iconic Dead songs. T…

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Dead and the Neville Brothers Do The Crazy Hand Jive Celebrating 1986 Mardi Gras: MJ: can it help treat cancer? MJ users are safer drivers than drinkers. Don’t give up on Oregon’s drug decriminalization ... 1:11:06

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"Changing Beats: Goose's Drummer Departure and New Musical Ventures" Larry Mishkin dives into a live performance of the Grateful Dead's Mardi Gras Show from 1986. The discussion highlights the additional set by The Nevels, a brief comparison of songs played, and the significance of the venue, Kaiser Convention Center. The conversation transitions t…

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The Dead Warm Up A Cold Iowa Night in 1978. Dead & Co scheduled to play the Shere. Alcohol v. Cannabis v. Tobacco – You already know the answer to this one! 1:08:53

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"Uni Dome Bliss: Jerry's Guitar Magic Illuminating Iowa Nights" Larry Mishkin discusses a Grateful Dead concert from February 5, 1978, held at the Uni Dome at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls. He emphasizes the exceptional performance, particularly focusing on the Scarlet Begonias and Fire on the Mountain combo, which he compares favo…

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Jerry Garcia's Comeback and the Passing of Bobby's Dog, Otis 1:05:39

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Bob Dylan's Extended Tour and Upcoming Phil Lesh and Friends Concert Larry Michigan relives a classic Grateful Dead show from exactly 37 years ago on January 29th, 1987, at the San Francisco Civic Center. The performance marked the middle night of a three-night run celebrating the Chinese New Year. Larry delves into the opening song, "Hell in a Buc…

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"Oregon's Campus Echoes: Deadhead Adventures 46 Years Ago" 1:09:21

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"Bertha, Birthdays, and Cannabis: A Time-Traveling Adventure" Larry Michigan from Michigan Law in Chicago sets the stage for a time-traveling journey back 46 years to the Carter Court on the campus of the University of Oregon. Larry shares his excitement for an upcoming show and invites listeners to join him on a musical adventure. As the episode u…

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Gau Blue! The Dead Rock Ann Arbor after Michigan 1989 National Hoops Title. We repeat for football!! 1:07:41

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"Grateful Dead's Night Amidst Ann Arbor's Championship Riot: A 1989 Michigan Celebration" Larry Mishkin reflects on his experience in 2024, discussing the success of the Michigan Wolverines in football and their celebration. He reminisces about the Michigan men's basketball team's 1989 championship and the Grateful Dead's subsequent concerts in Ann…

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"Jack Straw, Laryngitis, and Serendipity: A Grateful Dead Journey" 1:12:59

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"Marijuana Dispensaries and Predictive Football: A Quirky Comparison" Larry is excited about Michigan's win over Alabama and in tribute to their upcoming January 8th college football championship game against Washington he features a Grateful Dead concert from January 8th, 1978. He detail the song "Jack Straw" and its history, especially focusing o…

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Dead NYE ’81: Animal House, NRPS, Joan Baez, Dark Star and Breakfast, South Korean Drug Laws Are Deadly; RIP John Cutler 1:13:16

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"The Tragic Consequences of Strict Drug Policies: Remembering Lee Sun-kyun" Larry Michigan, starts off by wishing everyone a happy new year and reminiscing about the Grateful Dead's legendary New Year's Eve shows. He decides to feature songs from the Grateful Dead's New Year's Eve show in 1981 at the Oakland Coliseum. Larry describes the chaotic co…

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"Rockin' Yuletide Beats: The Deadhead Cannabis Show's Christmas Special" 1:14:59

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"Tunes of the Season: Phish, Grateful Dead, and Merry Jams" Larry Mishkin discusses Christmas-themed songs performed by various artists, including The Who and Grateful Dead. Larry delves into The Who's rock opera "Tommy," particularly focusing on the song "Christmas" and its critical reception. He transitions to discussing Grateful Dead's rendition…

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"Decoding JRad's Musical Odyssey: A Riveting Night at the Riviera" 1:15:31

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"Sailing Through Sounds: JRad's Revelations & Dylan Surprises" Larry Mishkin discusses JRad (Joe Russo's Almost Dead) December 1st concert at the Riviera nightclub in Chicago. He talks about the band's unique covers, including Grateful Dead songs, and their ability to recreate the sound of the original artists. He highlight the performance of "Fool…

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"Stephen Stills & the Dead: Legendary Collaborations Unveiled" 1:09:28

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"Stephen Stills & the Dead: Legendary Collaborations Unveiled" Larry Mishkin discusses various aspects related to the Grateful Dead, December 11th, 2023 show including historical performances, the significance of particular songs like "China Cat Sunflower" into "I Know You Rider," insights into the band's music evolution, and notable appearances by…

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"The Fillmore West and the Premonition of Altamont" 1:13:30

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"JRad's Resonance: Reflecting on a Night of Jam Band Marvel" Larry Mishkin, touches upon key events like the 1969 Fillmore West concert, which previewed the infamous Altamont Speedway event by the Rolling Stones. The Altamont concert, marred by violence and tragedy, involving the Hells Angels acting as security, remains a pivotal moment in music hi…

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"Grateful Dead's Transformative Journey: Exploring the Poly Pavilion Show of '71" with Alex Wellins 1:03:27

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"The Sphere in Vegas: U2's Sonic Odyssey and the Future of Concert Venues" Larry Mishkin is joined by great friend of the show, Alex Wellins to catch up and talk about a Grateful Dead concert held at Poly Pavilion on November 20th, 1971. Larry talks about the significance of the show, including the band's transition in music style, notable songs pl…

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What A Wonderful World as only Jerry Garcia knows 1:10:30

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"Sounds of '91: Jerry Garcia Band Live and Marijuana News Unveiled" Larry Mishkin focuses on Jerry Garcia music and breaking stories related to marijuana. He introduces a Jerry Garcia Band performance from November 15, 1991, at Madison Square Garden and delves into the details of the songs performed, particularly highlighting "How Sweet It Is To Be…

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Ruby Rides In On A Wave. Georgia court says yes to hemp-derived cannabinoids, 1:07:34

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"Ruby's Groovy Journey: Cannabis, Music, and the Deadhead Show" Larry Mishkin shares his excitement about the birth of his granddaughter, Ruby. He discusses how the song "Ruby Waves" by the band Phish may have inspired her name and how the family is already introducing her to great music. Larry also dives into Grateful Dead, sharing details about a…

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ENCORE | Rob Bleetstein Gets On The Bus, Literally 1:09:55

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Grateful Dead Live at William and Mary College Hall on 04-15-1978 Rob Bleetstein Sirius XM producer / Host on the Grateful Dead Channel and Program Director/Host/Producer - Pearl Jam Radio joins Larry Mishkin and Rob Hunt to share stories from his career in the music industry. As one of the world's foremost authorities on the Grateful Dead, Rob tal…

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Phish Weekend in Chicago 1:08:52

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"Phish's Chicago Adventure: Unpacking the Three-Night Run" Larry Mishkin talks about his experience at a recent Phish concert in Chicago. He mentions the uniqueness of this Phish show and focuses on their cover songs, specifically mentioning their cover of Talking Heads' "Remain in Light" album and the way Phish adds their signature jamming style t…

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The Dead play the Melk weg with surprises. MJ users who caught COVID had better outcomes! 1:05:36

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"Middle-Aged and Older Patients Report Improved Health with Medical Marijuana" Larry Mishkin discusses a recent study from the University of Florida which shows that medical marijuana use can lead to lower pain levels and reduced dependency on opioids and psychiatric prescriptions among middle-aged and older chronic pain patients. Participants in t…

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From Warlocks to Grateful Dead: The Evolution of a Legendary Band 59:32

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"Marijuana and Gun Rights: The Legal Debate Unveiled" Larry Mishkin welcomes listeners from Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he attended the Michigan University football game and reunited with friends. The episode focuses on a Grateful Dead show from October 9th, 1989, discussing the significance of the band's name change from "Warlocks" to "Grateful …

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50 Years Ago Today: Jerry Garcia and Merle Saunders Jam at Winterland 1:10:32

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"Tedeschi Trucks Band: Rocking the Garden Party with Warren Haynes and Trey Anastasio" Larry Mishkin discusses various topics related to marijuana law, culture, and music. He mentions updates on Tedeschi Trucks Band shows, including performances with Warren Haynes and Trey Anastasio. Larry also delves into the history of the song "It Takes a Lot to…

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"Borderland Festival 2023: A Weekend of Musical Magic and Cannabis Hot Sauce" 1:10:51

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"Jamming at Borderland: Goose, Trey Anastasio, and More Shine Bright" Larry Mishkin welcomes the Deadhead Cannabis Show's sound editor, Jamie Humiston to discuss his experience at the Borderland Music and Arts Festival. Jamie highlights various bands that performed, including Goose, Trey Anastasio's Classic Tab, and The Infamous Stringdusters. Jami…

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Knockin On Heaven’s Door; Jimi Hendrix joins the 27 Club 53 years ago 1:08:51

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"A Night of Rock and Roll Remembrance: Grateful Dead at MSG, 1990" Larry Mishkin pays tribute to Jimi Hendrix, reflecting on his iconic rock career and tragic passing 53 years ago. He shares anecdotes about Hendrix's influence on rock music and highlights the infamous 27 Club, a group of rock legends who died at the age of 27. The episode also prev…

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Mickey turns 80/RIP Jimmy Buffet and Steve Harwell 1:05:34

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"Music, Cannabis, and Birthdays: Celebrating Mickey Hart and Remembering Jimmy Buffett" Larry Mishkin celebrates Mickey Hart's birthday, highlighting his contributions to the Grateful Dead. He say farewell to Jimmy Buffet and reflects on the connection between Grateful Dead fans (Deadheads) and Jimmy Buffett fans (Parrotheads), noting Jimmy Buffett…

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Larry Goes Phishing With Derek Trucks at SPAC; RIP James Casey; HHS Wants To Reschedule Marijuana, Is This a Good Thing? 1:07:31

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"Jamming with Legends: Derek Trucks & Remembering James Casey" Larry Mishkin begin with a discussion about a recent Phish concert featuring a special guest appearance by Derek Trucks, during which they performed songs like "Golden Age," "First Tube," and "Possum." They reflect on the unique chemistry between Derek Trucks and Trey Anastasio and how …

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10 years + one day since the famous 1972 show at the Creamery also in Veneta 1:04:41

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Grateful Dead's 1982 Show Highlights and Unpopular Tunes Larry Mishkin, introduces a Grateful Dead show from August 28th, 1982, featuring an opener where Jerry Garcia stumbles over lyrics. Larry shares insights into the band's performance, suggesting they might have been dosed that day. He discusses the history of the Grateful Dead at Woodstock, wh…

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Remembering Robbie Robertson: A Tribute in Song and Stories from the Heart of Rock and Roll 1:04:51

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"Robbie Robertson's Musical Legacy: A Journey Through His Songs and Impact" Larry Mishkin departs from the usual format and focuses on musician Robbie Robertson of The Band. While discussing Robertson's impact and legacy, Larry also touches on his collaborations with Martin Scorsese and his solo career. The episode highlights Robertson's contributi…

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ENCORE - “Terry Haggerty of Hagalicious and Sons of Champlin: Telling it like it is (was)” ?????????? 1:08:47

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Life of a Bay Area rock Star The Sons of Champlin along with Jefferson Airplane, the Grateful Dead and Moby Grape created the enduring 1960s San Francisco sound. As the Sons' lead guitarist, Terry Haggerty knows as much about this period in rock-n-roll history as anyone. He joins Larry Mishkin & Rob Hunt to share many behind the scene stories about…

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Days Between Are Here Again. Larry talks Jerry 1:08:48

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Celebrating his Musical Legacy and Enduring Impact Larry Mishkin discusses the annual days between August 1st and August 9th, celebrating the life of Jerry Garcia, who was born on August 1st and died on August 9th. They reminisce about Jerry's musical contributions and his special place in the Grateful Dead. They also share favorite Jerry Garcia tu…

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52 Years Ago the Dead Rocked the Yale Bowl While Astronauts First Drove on the Moon. And positive Marijuana news - Skeptics Beware 1:02:53

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"Marijuana Magic: Enhancing Exercise and Easing Pain Larry Mishkin discusses the debut of the song "Sugaree" by the Grateful Dead, sharing interesting facts about its origins and performance history. Additionally, he presents three stories from Marijuana Moment, highlighting how medical marijuana is linked to reduced pain and lower opioid dependenc…

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Giants Stadium Dead: Larry and guest Christian Sauska break down 8.4.94 and the 'new song' era 1:05:15

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Tips for guessing within two years when a song was played. Larry Mishkin reviews the Grateful Dead concert from August 4th, 1994, at Giant Stadium. He discusses the show and welcomes guest Christian Sauska, who attended that concert and shares his love for New Orleans-style music and his journey as a Deadhead. The conversation delves into the 80s a…

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Charlie Miller 1:01:54

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"Legendary Archivist Amplifies Live Music Experience: Unveiling Hidden Gems and Remastering Magic" Rob Hunt and Larry Mishkin are joined by Charlie Miller, known for his work in remastering soundboards and audience tapes of live music performances. They discuss Charlie's extensive experience and his passion for enhancing the quality of recordings. …

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The Dead Back Dylan: July, 1987. Frog Brigade Covers Animals 1:06:44

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Grateful Dead and Bob Dylan, July 10, 1987, JFK Stadium, Philadelphia, PA https://archive.org/details/gd87-07-10.senn.lai.3859.sbeok.shnf/gd87-07-10d1t108.shn Dead played first set. Dylan backed by Dead played second set JFK big old concrete stadium in Philly. Opened on April 15, 1926. Hosted the Army Navy football game for many years. Last live pe…

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Trucking up to Buffalo to celebrate the 4th of July 1:02:59

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Exploring Grateful Dead's 4th of July Celebrations and Bob Dylan's Tribute Larry Mishkin discusses the Grateful Dead's celebration of the 4th of July and highlights a show from July 4th, 1989. He praises the band's performance and mentions the release of the show as "Trucking Up to Buffalo." Larry also mentions Bob Dylan's recent cover of Grateful …

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Joni Mitchell: Judy and Andy On Brandi Carlisle’s Joni Jam at the Gorge. Aaron Rodgers say Yes to Psychedelics. 1:01:41

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Celebrating the Timeless Legacy of Joni Mitchell through Music and Memories Joni Mitchell recently made a comeback with a series of shows at the Gorge in Washington, Judy Mishkin and Alex Greenberg join Larry Mishkin to talk about this "event of the century" Brandi Carlile, a popular musician, played a key role in bringing Joni back to the stage af…

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Alpine Valley Summer '88, Night One: Jerry breaks out Foolish Heart 59:41

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Defecting Lawmaker Calls for Marijuana Legalization and Criticizes GOP Stance Larry Mishkin discusses the Grateful Dead's June 19, 1988 show at Alpine Valley in Wisconsin. He shares personal experiences of attending the four-night run of shows and highlights the energetic performances of the band, particularly emphasizing Brent Mydland's contributi…

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Fare Thee Well: Larry reports on the highs & lows of The Last Time for Dead & Co 1:03:24

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Dead & Company Concert Recap at Wrigley Field Larry Mishkin gives a solo recap of the Dead and Company show at Wrigley Field. Larry praises the band's performance, particularly highlighting John Mayer's guitar skills. He discusses the setlist and the energetic atmosphere among Deadheads at the show, emphasizing the joy of being among fellow fans. P…

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C’mon you motherf*ckers, get up and dance 1:05:49

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Four-Years of musical memories and the latest cannabis news Larry Mishkin celebrates the fourth anniversary of the Deadhead Cannabis Show and discusses the Grateful Dead's performance of "Alabama Getaway" in 1980. He mentions Taylor Swift's sold-out concert at Soldier Field, drawing parallels between the passionate following of Swifties and Deadhea…

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Ross Douthat pulls a Maureen Dowd – Wants To recriminalize Marijuana, Larry says “NO” 1:05:45

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Winterland ’71: First Promised Land. On either May 28th or May 30th in 1971 some distributed a barrel of spiked apple punch to the crowd at The Grateful Dead concert, resulting in many people consuming a significant amount of acid. The chaotic aftermath included arrests, emergency room visits, and general mayhem. Larry Mishkin reviews the show and …

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San Francisco's bassist: Tony Saunders 1:20:41

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What's it like growing up when rock legend Merl Saunders is your dad? Musician Tony Saunders grow up in San Francisco during the rise of the hippie culture surrounded by famous musicians, athletes and celebrities. He talks about how his father influenced his career and shares stories with Rob Hunt and Larry Mishkin about his interactions with renow…

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Dead Again In Vegas at the Silver Bowl (1993):The Dead Release More Great Music; RIP Vida Blue(?) 1:07:29

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Grateful Dead at Sam Boyd Silver Bowl, May 15th, 1993 Sting opened the Grateful Dead 1993 concert in Las Vegas. Larry Mishkin reviews the shorter-than-usual show which only had 16 songs, excluding drums and space. He also discusses a recent study that showed the teenage use of marijuana is down 10% from the previous study. Produced by PodConx Deadh…

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Barton Hall May, 1977: What about the First Set? Billy and the Kids ride again 1:04:39

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Willie Nelson is finally in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame! Most Deadheads agree that the Grateful Dead's 1977 concert at Cornell University was one of their best. Larry Mishkin celebrates the anniversary of this legendary performance by focusing on the often overlooked first set. He also reviews and comments on this year's Rock & Roll Hall of Fame i…

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Dylan Covers the Dead: ?????????? 1:03:17

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Bob Dylan's Tokyo Concert: A Tribute to the Grateful Dead and More. Rob Hunt is back to discuss Bob Dylan's recent performance in Tokyo, where he played a number of Grateful Dead tunes, including "Trucking." Rob notes that Dylan's performance is somewhat reminiscent of Bob Weir's, as he forgets some of the lyrics. Nevertheless, the hosts praise Dyl…

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