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Jude Southerland Kessler is the leading authority on John Lennon, having spent the last 33 years researching and writing the first four books in the anticipated 9-volume John Lennon Series. More on Jude: https://www.johnlennonseries.com/ Scott McKinley joins the show as well. The audiobook edition of Jude's 'She Loves You' features a lively character read voiced by Scott. More on Scott: mckinleyco...

Madeline Bocaro , author of "In Your Mind - The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono." Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/Your-Mind-Infinite-Universe-Yoko/dp/1667813099

The guest is Dr. Susan Shumsky, author of "The Maharishi and Me: Seeking Enlightenment With the Beatles' Guru" More at: www.drsusan.org and divinetravels.com

John Lennon attorney Jay Bergen joins the show to tell the story of how he worked closely with John to rebut specious copyright claims. Jay is the author of Lennon, the Mobster & the Lawyer which "catches the high drama of the courtroom skirmishes in this previously untold story. It also paints a detailed personal portrait of John and his world from 1975 to 1977, when he would soon welcome a n...

A conversation with the one and only Pete Best! Pete talks about the passing of the Queen, about the time he bought his first drum kit, his adventures with John, Paul & George in Germany, his beloved family, the Decca Audition and lots more! You can Meet The Beatle himself Pete Best at SUPER MEGA FEST COMIC CON WEEKEND Sept 30th -Oct 2nd in Westford, Mass at the Westford Regency Inn & Conf...

John Duke Logan is oroducer of "Magic With The Beatles, an entertaining and educational multimedia experience all centered around the Fab Four that includes mind reading, sleight of hand, videos, stories, prizes, cocktails, and more." For tickets to upcoming shows and more visit www.johndukelogan.com

Tom Hartman returns to the show to continue his stories of Beatles lore. His band, the Aerovons, was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording at the same time. He joins Cha-Chi and David to tell his Beatles story, part II.

Janice Mitchell, the author of "My Ticket To Ride," and David Bieber, who runs and curates the David Bieber Archives in Norwood, Massachusetts. join the show to meet for the first time and trade Beatles tales.

Today's guests are Leslie Cavendish, the author of "The Cutting Edge: The story of the Beatles hairdresser" and Gary Backstrom, front man and founder of a band Jiggle the Handle. He's performed tribute shows for the likes of The Beatles, Paul Simon, Peter Frampton, Billy Joel, Elton John, and many more. Get Leslie's book at: https://www.amazon.com/Cutting-Edge-Beatles-Hairdresser-Defined/dp/184688...

Cha-Chi and David talk to author Janice Mitchell about her amazing book "My Ticket To Ride"

Meet Tom Hartman, whose band the Aerovons was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording at the same time. He joins Cha-chi and David to tell his Beatles story.

Cha-Chi and Prof. Gallant talk with David Stark, author of IT’S ALL TOO MUCH, a "unique memoir about growing up in north London during the 1960s as a dedicated Beatles fan David was lucky enough to meet his musical heroes on various memorable occasions. From gate-crashing the Yellow Submarine film. premiere in 1968 (aged just fifteen) and ending up sitting directly behind the group, to meeting all...

Johnny A is beloved by many fans all over the world. He's a guitar player's guitar player. He's respected by so many musicians. He's performed with countless talents as a performer and a band leader. Cha-Chi and David hear his marvelous story.

Aidan Prewett is the author of several books, the newest called To Know John Lennon. He won the Victorian college of the arts best achievement in direction amongst other awards and honors. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Know-John-Lennon-Intimate-Colleagues/dp/1895131553

Cha-Chi and David talk with music journalist Mark Brickley, author of Postcards From Liverpool, and Paul Ferrante, who penned 30 Minutes in Memphis: a Beatles Story. 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.faceboo...

Cha-Chi and David chat with Chip Madinger, author of "LENNONOLOGY | Strange Days Indeed - A Scrapbook Of Madness." Get the book at: https://www.amazon.com/LENNONOLOGY-Strange-Days-Indeed-Scrapbook/dp/1631101749 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 N...

David and Cha-Chi land an interview with London-born Ivor Davis, who first came to America in the early 1960s and as a correspondent had occasion to hang out, travel with and get to know the Beatles. He is the author of "The Beatles. and Me On Tour." Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Beatles-Me-Tour-Ivor-Davis/dp/0990371077 Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morn...

Cha-Chi and David chat with filmmaker Paul Saltzman about his latest project, "The Beatles in India." Find more at https://thebeatlesinindia.com/

Cha-Chi and David are joined by special guest Stephanie LoPrete to interview legendary Beatles hairdresser Leslie Cavendish, author of "The Cutting Edge." To buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Cutting-Edge-Beatles-Hairdresser-Defined/dp/1846884314#:~:text=The%20Cutting%20Edge%3A%20The%20Story,9781846884313%3A%20Amazon.com%3A%20Books

Cha-Chi and David get back to the business of the Beatles with a fascinating talk with superfan and Emmy-Award-winning TV exec Debbie Gendler, who was in the audience when the Beatles made their national US television debut on the Ed Sullivan Show. More from Debbie: http://www.debbiegendler.com/

Cha-Chi and David are joined by actress and activist De Dee Benrey, who appeared in "The Warriors" and spent time with Paul McCartney’s departed wife Linda. The discussion centers around Linda lore through the Beatles years — and why her ideals remain with Paul today. Find De Dee on Youtube at https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_OTEy5jnUF-yoNIKO5Z7oWjT3tt7OLwa LIzzieTheWarrior@gmail.com On Fa...

David and Cha-Chi talk with Alice Byrne, author of the Suffolk University play “Here Comes The Moon,” a tribute to George Harrison, and Liam Grimaldi, who plays the leading role. It’s this Friday @5PM at Suffolk’s Sullivan Theater. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/536203363910123/ Upcoming Event: Here, There and Everywhere | The Beatles in the USA! An event starring Cha-Chi Loprete, Beat...

Cha-Chi and David are joined by Patti Gallo Stenman the author of "Diary Of A Beatlemaniac" and Candi Leonard, author of "Beatleness."

Legendary Boston Globe sports scribe and Beatles nut Dan Shaughnessy joins Cha-Chi and David to talk Beates lyrics; his rememberances of the Fab Four and the poignant moment when his ailing daughter sought solace in the boys from Liverpool.

Cha-chi and Prof. David Gallant are joined by Prof. Steve Minichello to chat with Beatles historian Kenneth Womack. Womack is a world-renowned authority on the Beatles and author of a biography devoted to famed Beatles producer Sir George Martin.