My latest podcast, aired on Wednesday, March 2025, focused on Beatles Books, featuring a fabulous lineup of music from the Beatles and insightful discussions with four distinguished authors.
A big thank you to:
- David Bedford for sharing his extensive knowledge on The Beatles in Liverpool and discussing the dozens of books he has published.
- Susan Shumsky delved into the Maharishi's influence on the Beatles and their connection to Indian culture, highlighting her books 'Maharishi & Me' and 'The Inner Light.'
- Gary Astridge provided fascinating details about his experiences with Ringo Starr and the iconic drum kits. Lastly, Paul Ferrante discussed his fiction book '30 Minutes in Memphis,' which explores the Beatles' 1966 tour.
This episode was another fantastic and informative session, perfect for Beatles aficionados and book lovers alike.

Rock Music and Beatles with guests Gary Van Scyoc, Patrick Humphries and Ethan Alexanian.

Show Topic: Beatles & Rock Music Special + Fest for Beatles Fans Preview
The episode of my podcast aired on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, was a Beatles and Rock Music special, featuring an exciting mix of Beatles classics and tracks from legendary rock artists such as Bad Company, Three Dog Night, The Monkees, Badfinger, Wings, Billy J. Kramer, and more. We covered a variety of genres, including rock, power pop, British Invasion, and other rock subgenres.
This episode also previewed the Fest for Beatles Fans in Jersey City, happening March 28th-30th, 2025. We welcomed an incredible lineup of guests, from tribute artists to legendary musicians, who shared their experiences and stories from the world of Beatles and rock music.
A big thanks to our guests Linda and Esmerelda from The Magical Mystery Girls on their tribute to the Beatles, especially their performances of Sgt Peppers and Abbey Road; Drew Hill shared his moments at Fest for Beatles Fans with his band Liverpool; Cole Larravide discussed his love of the Beatles and his performances in Liverpool; and Simon Kirke recounted his greatest moments with Free and Bad Company and his performances with Ringo Starr.
The recording is now available for you to enjoy. Tune in to relive the sounds of the 60s and 70s, chat with incredible musicians, and gear up for the Fest for Beatles Fans in Jersey City!

My latest podcast, aired on Wednesday, March 2025, focused on Beatles Books, featuring a fabulous lineup of music from the Beatles and insightful discussions with four distinguished authors.
A big thank you to:
- David Bedford for sharing his extensive knowledge on The Beatles in Liverpool and discussing the dozens of books he has published.
- Susan Shumsky delved into the Maharishi's influence on the Beatles and their connection to Indian culture, highlighting her books 'Maharishi & Me' and 'The Inner Light.'
- Gary Astridge provided fascinating details about his experiences with Ringo Starr and the iconic drum kits. Lastly, Paul Ferrante discussed his fiction book '30 Minutes in Memphis,' which explores the Beatles' 1966 tour.
This episode was another fantastic and informative session, perfect for Beatles aficionados and book lovers alike.