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Bob Barry's Unearthed Interviews
Hosted by Bob Barry · EN
The music of the 60s and 70s was groundbreaking and it set the stage for the decades of amazing music that followed it. Milwaukee radio legend and Hall of Fame broadcaster Bob Barry spoke with countless musicians and celebrities over the years and collected remarkable recordings of his encounters with these talented people, which he's now sharing with the public in this podcast. He spoke with Sonny and Cher, James Brown, Dolly Parton, and and many others, and they shared their amazing stories about their lives and careers. All the episodes will be available as they're released at WisconsinBroadcastingMuseum.org. This podcast was made possible by a generous contribution from Terry Baun.
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Kim Morgan Greene
Mar 1800:09:07Tap to summarizeWelcome back to the podcast. Today's guest is someone you're going to love hearing from, Kim Morgan Greene. You might remember her from her breakout role on the classic tv hit "Dynasty," or from her many stage and screen performances since then. Kim's an actress, a singer and a storyteller, with plenty of great experiences to share. But trust me, Kim is way more fun than any soap opera plotline. We're going to laugh, trade stories, and maybe even get a little behind-the-scenes-gossip.
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Debbie Weems
Mar 1100:03:51Tap to summarizeIf Captain Kangaroo was a part of your childhood, then you'll remember Debbie "Feebee" Weems. She was a regular on the "Captain Kangaroo" show from 1973 to 1978. She acted, sang songs, and was the voice of the puppet character, Baby Duck. This short interview took place during the filming of the Kangaroo show at Six Flags Great America in Gurnee, Illinois. If you Google "Debbie Weems," you'll see that, sadly, her life ended in tragedy.
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Stanley Kramer
Mar 400:12:42Tap to summarizeIn March of 1960, Stanley Kramer had the honor of being the first star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Now, nearly 3,000 stars later, this podcast shines a light on one of Hollywood's most fearless filmmakers. Kramer, known as the message movie master, never shied away from tackling the big issues of his time – racism, war, nuclear fear, and social justice. With classics like "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," "2001, A Space Odyssey," "High Noon," and "Judgment at Nuremberg," Kramer proved that movies could both entertain and challenge audiences to think. His bold vision and moral courage made him not just a director and producer, but a true pioneer in American cinema.
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Bobby Bare
Feb 2500:09:15Tap to summarizeToday, we're joined by a true legend of country music, a man whose storytelling has shaped generations of songs and singers. With a career spanning over six decades he's given us unforgettable hits like "Detroit City" and "500 Miles From Home," plus one that we'll talk about, that caused some controversy and was banned from play at some radio stations. Bobby Bare has been celebrated as one of Nashville's most genuine voices. He's a Grammy winner and a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the master of weaving real life into music.
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Woody Herman
Feb 1800:06:38Tap to summarizeWe're going waaaay back for some Milwaukee nostalgia today. We're cranking up the big band vibes as we welcome none other than the trailblazing bandleader Woody Herman, a true pioneer who led "The Herd" to jazz greatness. He was one of the featured halftime performers at Super Bowl VII. His band appeared for Frank Sinatra's television special "The Main Event" and they performed on the album of the same name. Woody is from Milwaukee and will share some of his memories. He was set to appear at a new venue in Milwaukee. So, get ready to experience the swinging spirit of Woody Herman.
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Bud Selig
Oct 8Tap to summarizeToday's guest is someone who's been at the center of baseball for decades, not just a fan of the game, but as someone who helped shape the way we know it today. We're talking about the former Commissioner of Baseball, Bud Selig. He led the league for more than 20 years, through some of the biggest changes and challenges the sport has ever seen. Things like the wild card and expanded playoffs, interleague play, and landmark achievements like record-breaking attendance. Love him, or debate him, there's no question his time in charge left a lasting mark on the game. But beyond the headlines and history, Bud is, at his core, just a lifelong baseball guy, someone who grew up loving the sport and never let go of it. Today we'll hear some stories and talk about baseball from the man who lived it at every level.
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