show episodes
 
Wayne Ski is a New York-born and raised music producer and DJ with a passion for Hip Hop and R&B. He began his musical journey creating mixtapes while working at a local record store. After landing an internship at Def Jam Recordings, Wayne Ski was able to network with DJs and industry A-listers beyond the boroughs of New York. He went on to manage college radio at Elektra Records, gaining a deep understanding of the music business. With his vast knowledge and buzz in the industry, Wayne Ski ...
  continue reading
 
The Long Island Music & Entertainment Podcast features in-depth interviews with musicians, filmmakers, authors and entertainers from Long Island, Brooklyn and Queens. The show is hosted by Tom Needham, LIMEHOF Vice Chairman and the host of The Sounds of Film, America's longest running film, music and ideas themed radio show. Previous guests include Stephen Schwartz, Gary U.S. Bonds, Liberty DeVitto, Taylor Dayne, Carmine Appice, Carter Burwell, EPMD, The Illusion, The Fat Boys' Kool Rock Ski ...
  continue reading
 
Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. Firstbeat Sports (https://www.firstbeat.com/en/professional-sports/team-solutions/) is an advanced heartbeat analysis-based solution for professional sports for monit ...
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Send us a Text Message. Taking Back Sunday's Shaun Cooper joins Tom Needham on The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast. Taking Back Sunday, a 2018 Long Island Music Hall of Fame inductee, has solidified their place as one of America's most beloved rock bands. Over the past two decades, they have captivated audiences with their po…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Join us on the latest episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast as we sit down with inductee Kenny Vance to discuss his documentary, "Heart & Soul: A Love Story." In an intimate conversation with host Tom Needham, Vance takes us on a journey through the world of Doo-Wop, exploring the vocal harm…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Listen to a special Q&A featuring host Tom Needham, director Ellen Goldfarb and iconic WLIR DJs Denis McNamara and Larry "The Duck" Dunn. This event took place during a screening of the acclaimed documentary "New Wave: Dare to Be Different" at the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. The documentary, directed by…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Ron Alexenburg has over 60 years of experience in the music industry. In 1965, he joined CBS Records and soon moved onto Columbia Records, where he became the youngest head of promotion in the company’s history, working with the label’s top talent. He rose through the ranks at Columbia, eventually becoming senior vice presid…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Kurtis Blow was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2014. Kurtis Walker—known to the world as Kurtis Blow—kicked off his career in the 1970s as Kool DJ Kurt, spinning records and making waves. He became the first rapper to achieve commercial success and land a major record deal with Mercury. H…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Jay Jay French will be joining Tom Needham for an extended conversation about his documentary We Are Twisted F***ING Sister. The film focuses on the ten grueling years leading up to Twisted Sister's commercial breakthrough as they cross-dressed their way all over Long Island bars and clubs to super-stardom. Twisted Sister wa…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Blue Öyster Cult was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2008. Albert Bouchard will be performing with some past and current members of the band at LIMEHOF's 20th Anniversary Concert Honoring Billy Joel on June 7th at the Tilles Center. Albert Bouchard, a globally recognized Grammy® Nominated …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Born in Brooklyn, Richie Cannata later moved with his parents to Garden City South, where he blossomed as a tenor sax musician. He played in school bands and with fellow local musicians, perfecting his trade on the local music scene as a live performer and studio musician. One day in 1975 when Cannata was in the studio, engi…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Carter Burwell was inducted into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Hall of Fame in 2016. Carter Burwell was born on November 18, 1954. He graduated from Harvard College in 1977. While at Harvard, he studied animation with Mary Beams and George Griffin, electronic music with Ivan Tcherepnin, and pursued a cou…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Long Island Music Hall of Fame Inductee, Elliott Murphy, joins Tom Needham on the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast to discuss his film, BROKEN POET. BROKEN POET is the story of 1970's rock star Jake Lion, who was presumed dead in Paris until his former roadie Plynth happens to be riding in the Paris Met…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Tom Needham speaks with LIMEHOF inductees EPMD members Erick Sermon, Parrish Smith and DJ Diamond the Artist. Trailblazing hip-hop group EPMD consists of Erick Sermon (E Double) and Parrish Smith (Parrish Mic Doc), who met in high school in their hometown of Brentwood, New York. Inspired by funky hardcore acts such as Eric B…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. For more than fifty years, Wayne Robins has been recognized as one of America’s top music and pop culture journalists. Beginning with his first professional job in 1972 at CBS Records, Wayne’s mid-70’s writings for Rolling Stone, New Musical Express, Melody Maker, The Village Voice and Creem Magazine (where he also served as…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Jimmy Webb will be discussing his autobiography, The Cake and the Rain. Jimmy Webb is one of America’s most celebrated songwriters and composers. He has written many platinum hits including “MacArthur Park,” “The Worst That Could Happen,” “By the Time I Get To Phoenix,” and “Witchita Lineman.” He is especially well-known for…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Inductee, Liberty DeVitto, played drums on every Billy Joel album from 1976-1993, including the albums Turnstiles, The Stranger, 52nd Street, Glass Houses, and An Innocent Man. He is also prominently featured in the documentary Billy Joel: A Matter of Trust - The Bridge to Russi…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Legendary member of the rock group Vanilla Fudge, Carmine Appice, will be Tom Needham’s exclusive guest for the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast. He will be talking about Vanilla Fudge’s influential music career and their DVD/CD, ‘Live At Sweden Rock – The 50th Anniversary.’ Originally formed in 1967, L…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Stephen Schwartz joins Tom Needham for a conversation about his career and his induction into the Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame. Stephen Schwartz was born in New York City and studied piano and composition at the Juilliard School while in high school and graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in 1968 with…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Long Island, New York, Music, Garland Jeffreys: The King of In Between Director, Claire Jeffreys, Up Next on THE LONG ISLAND MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT HALL OF FAME PODCAST "Garland Jeffreys: The King Of In Between" is a captivating music documentary directed by Claire Jeffreys, shedding light on the remarkable yet underappreciat…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. WOODSTOCK legend, Melanie, is Tom Needham’s special guests on THE LONG ISLAND MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT HALL OF FAME PODCAST Melanie died on January 23rd, 2024. In remembrance, Tom Needham shares a special conversation that he had with Melanie around the time that she was inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hal…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Music Legend Gary U.S. Bonds Joins Tom Needham on The Long Island Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast. Gary U.S. Bonds had his first smash hit in 1960 with the relentless pounder "New Orleans.” The follow-up was the now legendary 'party' record, "Quarter to Three," a number one hit with a spirit and energy that would …
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. The Fat Boys' Kool Rock-Ski Raps with Tom Needham on the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast The Fat Boys were an American hip hop trio from Brooklyn, New York, who emerged in the early 1980s. The group was composed of Mark "Prince Markie Dee" Morales, Damon "Kool Rock-Ski" Wimbley, and Darren "Buff Love…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Legendary Psychedelic Rock Band THE ILLUSION Up Next on The Long Island Music and Entertainment Podcast withTom Needham Members of THE ILLUSION join Tom Needham this week to discuss their induction into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame. THE ILLUSION was one of Long Island’s greatest bands between 1965-197…
  continue reading
 
Send us a Text Message. Music Legend Taylor Dayne Talks Life & Career on The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast Boasting a remarkable global impact, Taylor has sold an astounding 75 million albums and singles worldwide. She has garnered three Grammy nominations, an American Music Award, multiple New York Music Awards, and pres…
  continue reading
 
Roman Fomin is the Director of Sport Science at the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He is based at the UFC APEX, a state-of-the-art, 130,000-square-foot production facility in Las Vegas that opened in 2019. Roman has a Ph.D. in Physiology and more than 20 years of experience in sports science, technology, and performance. He has been with the UFC s…
  continue reading
 
Dr Tamara Hew-Butler is a podiatric physician and associate professor of Exercise and Sports Science at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Topics of this episode include hydration, internal and external load, salt intake and combining the art of coaching with science. Timestamps: Tamara’s background (1:40) Tamara’s thoughts and preference…
  continue reading
 
Steve Chouinard is Associate Athletic Director for Health and Performance at Colgate Athletics. He has been promoted from head athletic trainer to his new leadership role overseeing health and performance but also physical education, recreation and outdoor education after serving 23 years within the department. While Chouinard previously worked wit…
  continue reading
 
Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. In this episode, we’…
  continue reading
 
Welcome to the Firstbeat Sports Podcast where we talk with coaches and sports scientists to explore the latest in performance monitoring and how it is making a difference in NCAA and pro sports alike. We’re going to connect you with practical advice from the best in the business to help you take your athletes to the next level. On the line today is…
  continue reading
 
Penn State’s Assistant Director of Performance Enhancement talks about the Ice Hockey programs transition from club level to Division I, the traits of elite student-athletes, and how monitoring intensity helps build a winning program. On the line today is Cam Davidson. Cam is Asst. Director of Performance Enhancement at Penn State where he works wi…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Stephen Volek. Stephen is the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Binghamton Devils, the top minor league affiliate of the NHL’s New Jersey Devils. Topics discussed in this episode: How the team is adapting during the Coronavirus pandemic | Training programs during gruelling AHL schedule | Strategies for low game minut…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Martin Spohrer. Martin is Strength and Conditioning Coach at Bundesliga soccer club Eintracht Frankfurt. Topics discussed in this episode: The impact of the Coronavirus pandemic | Monitoring players remotely | Keeping players focused and motivated | Building fitness of new signings | Playing ‘ghost games’ >>> More information a…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Darrell Gray. Darrell is the High Performance Director at Burke Mountain Academy, the leading ski racing academy in the United States. Topics discussed in this episode: Spotting and developing Olympic-level athletes | Balancing training and academics | Informing coaching through data | Eight key domains of high performance | Fa…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we'll look back at some of the highlights from the conversations we've had with our guests over the past 10 episodes. We'll hear from athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, directors of performance, program coordinators, and the coaching staff themselves, as they offer their unique perspective and expert advice on to…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Ed Lippie. Ed works as a Senior Performance Advisor for AS Roma and is also Director of Health and Fitness at Raptor Capital Management. Topics discussed in this episode: Building a strong performance infrastructure | Balancing the art and science of coaching | Customizing individual player load | Backing up the ‘eye test’ with…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Mark Egner. Mark is Associate Head Field Hockey Coach at the College of William and Mary. He’s also worked with USA Field Hockey and in with the national youth teams in his native Ireland. Topics discussed in this episode: Weekly schedule of a top 20 program | Holistic approach to athlete development | Pre-season and in-season …
  continue reading
 
Today we’re speaking to our very own Benjamin Jensen, Firstbeat Sports Director of North American Sales & Research and the usual host of the podcast. A former coach, BJ has worked with elite sports programs for over six years through Firstbeat and will be sharing some of the insights he’s picked up along the way. Topics Discussed in This Episode: D…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Jen Mavis. Jen is Assistant Coach and Director of Camps and Clinics for UMBC Women’s Soccer. She has previously held positions at William & Mary and the University of Oklahoma. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The fundamentals of a successful soccer program? | Building trust between coaches and athletes | The growth of exercis…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Pat Trainor. Pat is the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coordinator with the Tampa Bay Rays where he works with the club’s four affiliate teams. He has previously spent time with the San Diego Padres and Cleveland Indians. Topics Discussed in This Episode: The complex role of an MLB minor league S&C coordinator | The dif…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Jeff Nevolo. Jeff is the Associate Head Coach for University of South Carolina Women’s Tennis. He is the 2018 ITA National Assistant Head Coach of the Year and has previously spent time with Air Force and Alabama. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Learning and developing in a power conference | Using Heartrate analytics to desi…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Andy Bliz. Andy is in his 6th year as Athletic Trainer for the University of Buffalo Men’s Basketball program. During this time, the Bulls have won 3 MAC Championships and appeared in the NCAA Tournament four times – including this year as 6 seeds. Andy holds a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training and a Master’s degree in Spo…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Henry Barrera. Henry is the Director of Performance for the Liberty Men’s Basketball program. His 14-year career in coaching and performance training has included stops at Nike World Headquarters, Concordia University and West Linn High School. Henry also trains athletes world-wide as part of his basketball and performance trai…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Michael Vaughan. Mike in his fourth year as Director of Women’s Ice Hockey Operations at Merrimack College where he also serves as the team’s Strength and Conditioning Coach. He has previously worked with the United States Women’s National Hockey Team and has spent time as a S&C coach at Mike Boyle’s Strength & Conditioning. To…
  continue reading
 
On the line today is Kevin Cronin from Colorado Springs. Kevin is a former NSCA Education Coordinator and has been the Head Strength & Conditioning Coach at Colorado College since 2012. Topics Discussed in This Episode: Kevin's thoughts on the role of today's strength & conditioning coach | How to improve buy-in amongst coaches and players when wor…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide