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Send us Fan Mail Have you ever been a fool for love? Music has always had a way of reminding us that when it comes to matters of the hear? In this episode, we're turning up the volume on songs with the word “fool” in the title . From soulful heartbreakers and unforgettable pop classics to rock anthems and country favorites, we'll revisit the songs that made us laugh, cry, fall in love, a...

Send us Fan Mail Sometimes a song is more than a melody — it's a plea, a confession, or a desperate cry for someone to come to the rescue! This episode explores songs with “Save Me” in the title , taking us on a musical journey through heartbreak, longing, rock and roll, and the universal desire to be rescued from whatever life throws our way. So turn up the volume, sing along, and decide for...

Send us Fan Mail Today's episode is all about Mary B and her life. Jeff mom introduced Jeff to his first cup of coffee many years ago.  Get ready for a yummy recipe from Jeff's time in Italy.

Send us Fan Mail Cooking in Tuscany: Where Food Becomes a Way of Life and music  Imagine yourself seated at a rustic table in the picturesque Tuscan countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, vineyards, olive groves, and the tantalizing aroma of something delectable simmering in the kitchen. In Tuscany, cooking transcends mere sustenance; it embodies tradition, the use of fresh ingredients, and the...

Send us Fan Mail So Close to Number One: Songs That Lived at Number 2 What happens when a song achieves massive success but fails to reach the pinnacle of popularity? This week, we delve into the intriguing realm of songs that spent an impressive six weeks or more at the second spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. These songs are far from failures; they represent some of the most significant hits...

Send us Fan Mail Slipping: Songs About Losing Your Grip Sometimes you slip on the ice. Sometimes you slip into someone’s DMs. Sometimes time slips away before you even realize it. And sometimes, in the world of music, “slipping” is a metaphor for love, trouble, change, or simply losing your way. In this episode, we take a musical journey through songs that feature “slip,” “slipping,” or “slipped”...

Send us Fan Mail When we gaze up at the night sky, and discover an endless source of inspiration that has fueled songwriters for generations. In this episode, we’re shining a huge glamours spotlight on stars—those tiny points of light that have sparked songs about love, dreams, fame, loneliness, and the pursuit of something beyond our everyday existence. From classic pop and rock to country and so...

Send us Fan Mail Dolly Parton was far more than a country music superstar. She was a songwriter, singer, actress, businesswoman, philanthropist, and one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world. From a tiny cabin in the Tennessee mountains to international fame, Dolly built a career around incredible talent, determination, humor, and an unmistakable ability to tell a story through song. ...

Send us Fan Mail What do you get when musicians need a cure? They call the doctor! This episode takes a musical trip through songs that put doctors, medicine, and healing right in the middle of the story. From rock and pop to novelty songs, the word “doctor” has inspired plenty of memorable—and sometimes downright strange—music. We’ll visit songs like Robert Palmer’s “Bad Case of Loving You (Docto...

Send us Fan Mail Early life: Born January 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi; raised in Memphis. Jeff reviews some of his favorite Elvis songs and once again talks about his trip to Memphis for the funeral with a friend. In The Ghetto Kentucky Rain If I Can Dream Suspicious Minds U.S. Male Jeff brings up Babe Ruth who died on August 16 1948 and plays the clip from the movie Sandlot  Jeff talks about...

Send us Fan Mail 🚂 All Aboard! The Songs of the Railroad There’s something enchanting about trains. The distant whistle, the rhythmic clatter of wheels on tracks, and the allure of uncharted destinations have captivated musicians for generations. In this episode, we embark on a musical journey, exploring songs that celebrate trains, railroads, travel, leaving home, and the people we encounter alo...

Send us Fan Mail Rain has inspired songwriters for generations. It can represent heartbreak, hope, or simply a perfect backdrop for a timeless melody. In this episode, we explore some of the greatest rain songs ever recorded and why the sound of falling rain resonates with listeners worldwide. Chicago has been having tons of rainy days. This is what inspired Jeff to record today's episode. En...

Send us Fan Mail Marlyn McCoo & Billy Davis Jr.: A Love Story in Music This episode pays tribute to the remarkable careers and enduring love story of Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr., two extraordinary vocalists who left an indelible mark on 1960s and 1970s music. As members of The 5th Dimension, they crafted unforgettable hits like “Up, Up and Away,” “Wedding Bell Blues,”  and many more...Th...

Send us Fan Mail This episode we talk once again about the late great Connie Francis who passed away last year on 7/16.2025 and still wonder why this pioneer is not in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. New material introduces some updates... Her breakthrough single, originally a 1923 tune; became her signature after a revival, launching her to stardom  Her first-ever US No. 1, Everybody’s Somebody’s...

Send us Fan Mail "Yes, Chef!" In this episode, we delve into a captivating clip from Episode 4 Season 5 of The Bear, a critically acclaimed FX series that continues to redefine television drama. This special moment alludes to the legendary Marshall Field’s. For generations of Chicagoans, the mere mention of two simple words—Marshall Field’s—evoked a lifetime of cherished memories. In thi...

Send us Fan Mail From patriotic anthems to social commentary, the word "America" has inspired songwriters across every genre. In this episode, we explore some of the most memorable songs that feature America , American or USA.   We'll discuss timeless classics, chart-topping hits that define the American experience. Enjoy the 250th anniversary of our Declaration of Independence .  H...

Send us Fan Mail This week Jeff is paying tribute to Walter Parazaider of the band Chicago who passed away. Chicago’s origins in 1967, rehearsing in a basement. They began building a sound centered around a horn section—an idea Parazaider pushed from the beginning as a founding member. He once described the band’s early days ambition simply: they wanted to become “the best in the world.” The episo...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is all about music with the word groovy. Jeff curated a pretty "groovy" playlist for our amazing audience. Origin story: Groovy grows out of the idea of being “in the groove”—performing with flow, rhythm, and ease. Jazz era: Musicians used the phrase to describe playing that felt natural and locked in. Pop culture boom: By the late 1960s, groovy became assoc...

Send us Fan Mail This weeks episode Jeff talks about how his and Pam’s dad never wore jeans! So he decided to play some of his favorite songs that have jeans in them. From Conway Twitty to Janis Joplin.

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Send us Fan Mail Jeff talks about his baseball history and some amazing memories he shared playing sports with his family. Get ready for fun and stories.

Send us Fan Mail Today we celebrate Charly McClain having another #1 song Radio Heart on the Billboard Country Charts May 25th 1985. We also celebrate the birthday of Jeanne Crain one of my all time favorite actresses. 

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Send us Fan Mail Welcome to our first episode! Jeff has an exciting story for everyone this fine Mother's Day. He will tell us all about his coffee maker, his first cup of coffee, a life adventure, and his mother!!! Let us raise our cups to the best women in our lives. If  that be our mothers, sisters, daughters, aunts, or any other amazing lady in our lives. Happy Mother's Day to all an...

Send us Fan Mail This episode Jeff wants to discuss the New York Times  30 GREATEST LIVING AMERICAN SONGWRITERS More than 250 music insiders and six New York Times critics weighed in on who defines the new American songbook. Here, in an unranked list, are the artists they chose.