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Get Back to the Beatles
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From pod617.com, the Boston Podcast Network, it's Get Back to the Beatles! Legend of Boston radio Cha-chi LoPrete is joined by Prof. David Gallant, a fellow Beatles guru. Stay tuned for loads of Liverpool love as the Fab 2 do a deep dive on deep cuts, trivia and much about the magnificent moptops. All you need is this pod!Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and Sunday mornings 10am til noon on Seacoast Oldies 92.1FM/97.1FM in NH & Maine. More info: https://www.facebook.com/BreakfastWithTheBeatlesChaChi/Produce your own podcast! Visit www.pod617.com
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Tony Kishman’s Life of Paul
Apr 2400:55:33Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David interview Tony Kishman, a longtime Paul McCartney tribute performer currently touring his “Live and Let Die” show, which comes to the Regent Theatre in Arlington, Massachusetts on Saturday, October 3. Kishman recounts joining Beatlemania in 1978 despite being right-handed, learning Beatles music without internet resources, and performing under intense scrutiny in London amid Beatles-related legal action. He shares meeting George Martin, who praised the show and later declined to record Kishman’s original music because he sounded too much like McCartney, and tells how he missed an opportunity to meet Paul after leaving a Wembley concert early. Kishman discusses setlist choices, including “Uncle Albert” and “The Long and Winding Road,” his diet, Hofner’s financial troubles, playing Liverpool Beatleweek, and auditioning into Wishbone Ash. See Tony live in Live and Let Die: The Music of Paul McCartney: https://www.liveandletdieshow.com/ Topics 01:17 Meet Tony Kishman 03:01 Beatlemania Boston Memories 05:11 Learning to Be Paul 06:59 Audition Origin Story 11:21 London Scrutiny and Lawsuit 13:25 George Martin Backstage 19:36 Almost Meeting Paul 24:14 Hofner Bankruptcy Talk 26:53 Live and Let Die Setlist 31:58 Setlist Deep Cuts 32:52 Tour Rider Food 34:40 Liverpool Beatle Week 38:20 Wishbone Ash Break 44:06 Regent Show Plug 45:22 Band on the Run Talk 49:11 Deep Track Stumpers 51:40 Song Requests Homework 53:16 Tour Dates Links 54:03 Wrap Up Credits
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'Man on the Run' Reactions with Mitch Axelrod
Mar 600:54:00Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome Beatles author and Fab Four Free For All podcaster Mitch Axelrod to discuss the Paul McCartney documentary Man on the Run (Amazon Prime). They praise its candid tone, unseen footage, humor, and the decision to keep talking heads off camera, while noting omissions, grainy upscaling, and differing expectations about how much Wings or Beatles content it should include. They highlight contributions from McCartney’s family, Sean Lennon’s contextual comments, and the film’s attention to Linda McCartney, while debating McCartney’s “truths,” legacy curation, and Beatle breakup narratives, including Allen Klein. The conversation shifts to Ringo Starr’s newly announced country/Americana album Long Road, the single “It’s Been Too Long,” track details including a re-recorded “Choose Love,” and hopes for more “swing.” They also touch on the Man on the Run soundtrack’s unique tracks like a rough mix of “Arrow Through Me,” live “Live and Let Die,” and the full “Gotta Sing, Gotta Dance.” Topics 01:23 Guest Mitch Axelrod 02:06 Man On The Run Screenings 04:21 First Reactions 05:17 Wings Expectations 07:08 Multiple Truths 11:24 Family Voices 13:39 Sean And The Drag 18:28 Linda In Focus 21:46 Linda Live Critiques 24:41 Rewatching And Details 25:58 Humor And Japan Bust 27:10 Where To End It 28:12 Where the Doc Ends 29:30 Dreaming Up a Solo Series 31:22 Beatles Breakup Revisited 34:51 Could They Have Returned 36:32 Ringo’s New Album Talk 38:58 Setlist and Swing Debate 41:21 Man on the Run Soundtrack 43:32 Collectors and Vinyl Value 48:58 Wrap Up and Thanks
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Steve Kimock on Celebrating George Harrison Live
Mar 600:29:15Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome legendary guitarist Steve Kimock back to the podcast to discuss his touring show “All You Need Is George,” a celebration of George Harrison coming March 11 to the Chevalier Theatre in Medford, Massachusetts. Kimock reflects on how Harrison’s musicianship and spirituality—especially the impact of All Things Must Pass, including its raw tracks—shaped him, and Gallant notes many students end up “George devotees” by semester’s end. Kimock explains how the band selects mostly familiar material spanning Harrison’s Beatles work, solo era, and Traveling Wilburys, while still leaving room for improvisational segues and fresh takes. Get tickets: https://kimock.com/ Topics 00:18 Welcome and Introductions 00:48 Meet Steve Kimock 02:57 Why George Matters 03:56 George and the Students 07:16 Steve Beatles Origin Story 08:35 Building the Setlist 09:57 Playing George Live 11:57 Band Lineup and Tour 14:59 Openers Closers and Flow 16:57 Bangladesh and Concert Films 18:31 Traveling Wilburys Talk 20:21 Show Details and Giveaway 21:02 Spiritual Songs and Joy 22:34 Improvisation and Surprises
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Author Dean Thompson's John Lennon Mystery
Feb 1900:34:11Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome author Dean Thompson, who worked at John and Yoko’s Joko Films in 1972. Thompson discusses his novel Imagine Murder: A John Lennon Mystery (Tucker Press), created as historical fiction after declining to write a memoir. Legally blind, he dictated the book to friend Tom Moon with help from wife Victoria Hallerman. He recalls NYC’s turmoil, ongoing death threats, Lennon’s refusal of bodyguards, “end of the world” prank calls, and a real DNC/Watergate-related trip later used in the plot. Get the book: https://a.co/d/036R5cO8 Topics 00:42 What’s Coming Up: Beatle Events + Introducing Author Dean Thompson 02:48 Imagine Murder: How the Lennon Mystery Novel Was Born 05:42 Inside Joko Films & 1970s New York: Setting the Scene 07:01 A Line to Cross? Writing Fiction Around a Real-Life Tragedy 07:46 The Dream That Haunted Him—and Why He Wrote the Book Anyway 10:10 Death Threats, No Bodyguards: John & Yoko Walking the Streets 12:06 One-to-One, Watergate, and Fighting Nixon: The Real History Behind the Plot 17:31 Beatles Fan to Lennon Insider: Dean’s First Reaction to the Job 18:00 From Yellow Submarine to Joko: the moment he ‘called it’ 19:16 Working for John Lennon: fear, fame, and nothing else compares 19:55 Cultural heroes & Cincinnati roots: John Lennon vs. Johnny Bench 21:16 Yoko Ono at Joko: the quiet intimidation and ‘fired every six weeks’ 22:52 Reassessing Yoko (and John stays John): writing the book changes perspective 24:40 Dan Richter the ‘ape’ & the wonderfully weird cast of characters 26:12 The ‘End of the World’ calendar: nonstop calls and apocalyptic requests 27:31 Beatles breakup era: meeting Ringo & George, never meeting Paul 28:33 Lost archives, Box of Smile, and rebuilding 1972 from memory 30:59 Wrapping up: Beatles professor talk, where to buy the book, and final thanks
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Beatles 2025 Year-End Wrap-Up
Dec 1800:35:31Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David discuss highlights from 2025, including the release of 'Anthology 4' and key casting decisions for the upcoming Sam Mendes Beatles project. The episode covers various Beatles-related topics from festive recordings to unreleased outtakes. Notable mentions include the Circle and Billy J. Kramer concert, the film 'Midas Man' about Brian Epstein, and Paul McCartney's role in 'Spinal Tap 2'. The hosts reflect on memorable Beatles moments, student interactions, and upcoming Beatles events for 2026. Topics 00:48 Year-End Wrap-Up and Special Guests 01:15 Anthology 4 Discussion 02:26 Beatles in the Wild and Casting News 05:32 Deep Dive into Beatles Tracks 08:39 Anthology 4 Highlights and Listener Reactions 16:33 Discussing Anthology Four 17:08 The First Take on the Roof 18:43 Favorite Beatles Albums and Tracks 22:03 Concert Memories with Billy J. Kramer 23:02 Paul McCartney's Yesterday 25:35 The Circle and Candlestick Park Stories 26:24 Beatles Community and Student Engagement 28:18 Hosting Events and Film Screenings 32:08 Paul McCartney in Spinal Tap 2 34:49 Concluding Remarks and Future Plans
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Rare Beatles Collectibles with Mark Erbach
Dec 1100:39:49Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome Beatles collector Mark Erbach. They delve into Mark's extensive collection of Beatles acetates, master tapes, and rare items, including Ringo Starr's 1964 United Artists Gold Record Award and Paul McCartney's original UnEQ'd master tape for the Ram album. Mark shares anecdotes about acquiring these rare pieces and discusses the upcoming auction of his collection at rrauction.com. This episode offers a deep dive into the world of Beatles memorabilia, the significance of acetates, and the evolving market for collectible records. The Mark Erbach Collection: https://www.rrauction.com/provenance/the-mark-erbach-collection/ Topics 01:15 Special Guest: Mark's Beatles Collection 02:22 The Hunt for Rare Beatles Memorabilia 06:08 The Changing Collectibles Market 09:57 Iconic Finds and Their Stories 12:06 Personal Highlights and Future Plans 20:00 Beatles Memorabilia and Personal Stories 21:55 Rare Beatles Acetates and Their Origins 22:40 Unreleased Beatles Albums and Acetates 24:48 Upcoming Auction Highlights 26:28 Choosing RR Auction for Beatles Collection 28:26 Rolling Stones Memorabilia 29:52 The Collector's Dilemma and Future Plans 30:50 Understanding Acetates 32:53 The Mythical Beatles Acetate 34:22 Final Thoughts and Auction Details
Transcribe →Billy J. Kramer on the Beatles, Brian Epstein, and Timeless Hits
Nov 500:29:11Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome legendary singer Billy J. Kramer. They discuss Kramer's early years, including his connections with the Beatles, his relationship with manager Brian Epstein, and iconic memories from the British Invasion era. Kramer shares stories about learning songs directly from John Lennon, performing on the Ed Sullivan Show, and the enduring excitement of his music career. The episode also highlights Kramer's upcoming performance at the Regent Theater in Massachusetts and his continued collaboration with songwriter Tom Ambridge. Join this insightful conversation about the timeless legacy of the Beatles and the music that defined a generation. Topics 00:46 Introducing the Legendary Guest: Billy J. Kramer 02:41 Billy J. Kramer's Early Career and Brian Epstein 05:05 The Beatles Connection and Memorable Moments 09:35 Reflections on Music and Career Highlights 21:12 Upcoming Show and Final Thoughts
Transcribe →The Magic of Charles Rosenay’s Beatles Tours
Sep 1100:48:54Tap to summarizeCha-Chi and David welcome Charles Rosenay, a Beatles enthusiast and author. They delve into Charles's extensive work in organizing Beatles conventions and Magical History Tours in Liverpool, bringing fans closer to the band's iconic history. Additionally, Charles shares his passion for the paranormal, discussing his experiences with ghost tours and his book on true ghost stories. The conversation covers Charles's encounters with notable Beatles and their influences, as well as his involvement with Monkees conventions. The episode also highlights upcoming events, including a Beatles brunch in Burlington, a Beatles-themed concert at the Region Theater, and Charles's next Transylvania tour. Tune in for a deep dive into Beatles lore, horror stories, and the vibrant world of fandom. Links: www.bookoftop10Beatleslists.com www.Bookoftop10horrorlists.com Topics 01:24 Special Guest: Charles Rosenay and His Beatles Adventures 02:01 AI-Generated Introduction for Charles F. Rosenay 03:36 Charles's Liverpool Tours and Beatles Pilgrimages 08:42 Group Dynamics and Challenges on Beatles Tours 15:55 Networking and Connections in the Beatles Community 27:12 Exploring Cultural Phenomena and Literature 28:14 Charles's Journey as an Author 31:14 The Fascination with Horror 32:33 Paranormal Investigations and True Ghost Stories 38:51 Beatles, Rock and Roll, and Pop Culture 40:28 Concluding Remarks and Upcoming Events
Transcribe →Beatles Memories with Sal Baglio of the Stompers
Jul 3, 202500:58:44Tap to summarizeCha-Chi & David explore the influence of the Beatles on the life and music of renowned musician Sal Baglio. Sal reminisces about his early encounters with the Beatles, his experiences growing up in East Boston, and the profound impact the Beatles had on his musical journey. The episode also touches on Sal’s collaborations with other musicians and his performances with The Amplifier Heads. Tune in for anecdotes from iconic concerts, insightful discussions on songwriting, and a look forward to upcoming events celebrating Beatles history. More on Sal and the Amplifier Heads: https://linktr.ee/theamplifierheads Topics 01:08 Special Guest: Sal Baglio 02:41 Sal Bag's Musical Journey 04:49 the Beatles' Influence on Sal 11:39 Upcoming Beatles Tribute Event 32:20 Confusion Over Rubber Soul 34:33 Brian Wilson's Influence 35:39 Memories of Meeting the Beach Boys 39:26 Record Store Nostalgia 42:37 The White Album Experience 46:00 Upcoming Shows and Performances 48:42 Italian Heritage Podcast Idea 55:52 Final Thoughts and Farewell
Transcribe →American vs. UK Releases (A Deep Dive)
Jun 6, 202501:14:07Tap to summarizeCha-chi and David delve into the intricate details and fascinating stories behind the Beatles' American and UK album releases. They discuss historical album covers, such as the butcher cover of 'Yesterday and Today,' compare track listings between US and UK versions of iconic albums like 'Rubber Soul' and 'Revolver,' and analyze the cultural impact of 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.' With entertaining anecdotes, in-depth analysis, and a touch of humor, this episode will intrigue both new listeners and long-time Beatles fans. Topics 01:13 Special Guests and Beatles Stories 03:24 Beatles Vinyl and American Albums 15:55 The Infamous Butcher Cover 35:58 Rubber Soul: American vs. UK Versions 39:30 Exploring the UK Version of Rubber Soul 39:53 The Beatles' Psychedelic Influence 40:39 Iconic Album Covers and Their Impact 43:11 Revolver: The Beatles' High Renaissance 46:19 The Beatles' Transition and Influence 48:54 The Making of Sergeant Pepper 51:37 The Cultural Impact of Sergeant Pepper 57:17 Analyzing the Iconic Album Cover 59:36 The Legacy of Sergeant Pepper 01:11:42 Closing Thoughts and Upcoming Events
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