Show Topic: The Beatles Spotlight – Stories from Inside the Fab Four’s World

This Monday, June 8th, 2026, we’re dedicating the entire show to the music and legacy of The Beatles. From the early days in Liverpool to their years of global superstardom and lasting cultural influence, this special episode celebrates the Fab Four through their music and the people who witnessed history firsthand. Along the way, we’ll feature Beatles classics spanning every era of their remarkable recording career.

What makes this show especially unique is our lineup of guests, each offering a different perspective on The Beatles story. From someone who literally helped shape their iconic image to authors and historians who have spent decades researching their lives and legacy, this episode provides listeners with rare insights into the world’s most influential band.

We’ll hear stories from the Beatles’ inner circle, explore personal encounters with the group and their solo careers, discuss the often-overlooked contributions of Beatles roadie Mal Evans, and celebrate the musicians who continue to keep this music alive through live performance. Together, these conversations paint a vivid picture of the people, places, and moments that helped define the Beatles phenomenon.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering their music, this episode offers a fascinating look at the band from those who knew them, studied them, and continue to celebrate their legacy. Mark your calendars for this special Beatles edition. Don’t miss it!

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, June 8th, 2026

✂️ Leslie Cavendish

Former Beatles hairdresser Leslie Cavendish worked with legendary stylist Vidal Sassoon before becoming part of The Beatles’ inner circle between 1967 and 1975. Through Jane Asher, he first met Paul McCartney and eventually became the personal hairdresser for all four Beatles.

Leslie attended Beatles recording sessions, joined the band on the Magical Mystery Tour, worked at the Beatles’ Apple boutique, and was present at 3 Savile Row during the famous rooftop concert. He is also the author of The Cutting Edge, sharing his unique firsthand experiences with the world’s most famous band.

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🥁 David Stark

Author of It’s All Too Much, David Stark grew up in northwest London during the 1960s as a devoted Beatles fan and was fortunate enough to meet all four Beatles on numerous memorable occasions.

From attending the Yellow Submarine premiere in 1968 to encounters with the solo Beatles throughout the following decades, David shares remarkable stories from a lifetime connected to the band’s legacy. His career has also included work as a record promoter, music publisher, trade editor, songwriter mentor, and drummer.

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🎸 Jake Barker & Joe Gogan

Jake Barker and Joe Gogan are members of In My Life: A Beatles Tribute, a group dedicated to preserving and celebrating the music of The Beatles through authentic and engaging live performances.

They join us to discuss performing Beatles music for today’s audiences and keeping the spirit of the Fab Four alive through tribute performances and live events.

In My Life: A Beatles Tribute

📚 Kenneth Womack

Acclaimed Beatles author, historian, and scholar Kenneth Womack is one of the leading voices in Beatles research and cultural studies. His work has helped deepen our understanding of the band’s influence on music, culture, and society.

We’ll focus on his new illustrated book about Beatles roadie and trusted confidant Mal Evans, With The Beatles: Mal Evans Illustrated Journey, exploring the life and contributions of one of the most important figures behind the scenes of the Beatles story.

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🎙️ Show Topic: Live and Let Die – A Paul McCartney Celebration (Beatles on the Beach)

This Thursday, January 22nd, 2026, we spotlight Beatles on the Beach with a full-tilt tribute to Sir Paul McCartney — from the Beatles years to Wings to his solo hits. Melodies that shaped a lifetime, sing-alongs you know by heart, and the stories behind the songs.

We will journey from “All My Loving,” “Yesterday,” and “Hey Jude,” to Wings-era anthems like “Band on the Run,” “Live and Let Die,” and “Jet,” then into the solo years with the hooks and heart that keep Paul’s catalog fresh on every stage. It’s a night built for harmonies, memories, and that unmistakable McCartney lift.

🕰️ Tune in for the arrangements, the energy, and a festival preview from the headliner himself.

📅 Mark your calendars: Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 — Boca Raton gets ready to rock.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream the new episode as soon as it drops.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Thursday, January 22nd, 2026

1. 🎤 Tony Kishman

Acclaimed McCartney tribute artist and star of Live and Let Die, Tony has portrayed Paul in top Beatles productions and now headlines Beatles on the Beach in Boca Raton, FL.

He brings the voice, the bass, and the band power that make these songs soar onstage.

liveandletdieshow.com

🎙️ Show Topic: 1971 at 55 – New Rules, New Voices, New Hollywood

This Monday, January 12th, 2026, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of 1971 – a bold, transitional year that reshaped culture, politics, film, TV, and the sound of the radio.

Richard Nixon occupied the White House as the Pentagon Papers leaked, exposing years of Vietnam decision-making and igniting a national reckoning.

The 26th Amendment lowered the voting age to 18, bringing millions of new voices into American democracy. In Florida, the Magic Kingdom opened its gates, while Apollo 15 astronauts took the first Lunar Roving Vehicle for a drive on the Moon.

On the screen, New Hollywood roared to life.

We’ll spotlight the grit and electricity of The French Connection, A Clockwork Orange, Dirty Harry, McCabe & Mrs. Miller, and The Last Picture Show, alongside audience favorites like Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory and Fiddler on the Roof, a sea change toward director-driven storytelling for a younger crowd.

Television found its edge with All in the Family, The Sonny and Cher Comedy Hour, The Jackson 5ive, Columbo, Soul Train, and more.

And the music of 1971? Still towering.

We’ll play music from Paul McCartney, George Harrison, The Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart, Three Dog Night, The Osmonds, Carole King, John Denver, Carpenters, Marvin Gaye, James Taylor, John Lennon, The Bee Gees, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, Cher, The Who, Chicago, Badfinger, and more—records that defined the year and still feel immediate.

Special Feature: 🎞️ 1971 on Screen & Stage: From shock-cut cinema to groundbreaking sitcoms and music-TV revolutions, we connect the year’s films and series to the singles that kept spinning – one cultural conversation, many soundtracks.

🕰️ Tune in for headlines, studio stories, and tracks that captured a year of upheaval and invention.

📅 Mark your calendars: Monday, January 12th, 2026—drop the needle on 1971.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream the new episode as soon as it drops.

🎙️ Show Topic: George Martin at 100 — The Beatles’ Sound Architect

🎸 Celebrating the Fifth Beatle at 100 🎸

My latest podcast, recorded on Monday, January 5th, 2026, was a special tribute to George Martin, who would have turned 100 this year. A truly great way to start the year.

We celebrated his incredible work with The Beatles and his genius arrangements for artists like Billy J. Kramer, Gerry and the Pacemakers, America, Shirley Bassey, Cheap Trick, and many more. His sound shaped generations.

A big thank you to our guests Ken Womack, sharing insights from his books on George Martin’s life and career, and Joe Johnson from Beatle Brunch, recalling his memories of meeting George Martin at The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil and other special moments.

It was a meaningful and memorable tribute to the man we proudly call the Fifth Beatle.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Tune in and celebrate the legacy of George Martin — his music lives on.

Guest(s) for our show:

Date: Monday, January 5th, 2026

1. 📚 Kenneth Womack

Beatles historian and author of the definitive two-volume biography of George Martin:

• Maximum Volume: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Early Years, 1926–1966) and
• Sound Pictures: The Life of Beatles Producer George Martin (The Later Years, 1966–2016).

Kenneth joins us to illuminate the sessions, scores, and producer–band partnership that shaped the catalogue.

kennethwomack.com

2. 🎙️ Joe Johnson

Host of Beatle Brunch, Joe shares his personal memories of meeting George Martin, insights from the control room to the airwaves, and why Martin’s touch still resonates with listeners and musicians alike.

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🎙️ Show Topic: A Rock ’n’ Roll Christmas – Holiday Classics

This Monday, December 22nd, 2025, we unwrap a full night of holiday hits. Short stories. Big choruses. Pure cheer. 🎶

Spin favorites from Elvis Presley, The Beach Boys, John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Band Aid, Brenda Lee, and the Phil Spector wall of sound. Add Motown magic, Bobby Helms, The Carpenters, Bruce Springsteen, Elton John, Nat King Cole, Bing Crosby, Dan Fogelberg, José Feliciano, Vince Guaraldi, Josh Groban, and more.

Sing along. Share a memory. Celebrate the season.

🕰️ Tune in for sleigh bells, harmonies, and timeless joy.

📅 Mark your calendars: Monday, December 22nd, 2025. Pour yourself a cup cocoa and press play.

🎧 Don’t miss it! Stream the holiday special as soon as it drops.

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