Random Song Encounters

This week on Random Song Encounters, we deliver our podcast while quarantined, at least semi-quarantined. It appears the in-laws somehow contracted COVID while we were away last week. We're about a week into this situation, playing nursemaid to both of them while trying to avoid contracting it ourselves. Nevertheless, the podcast takes precedent over COVID, and we are bringing you Episode 27 for y...

Random Song Encounters presents this week's selection from our SoCal desert musical compound, featuring a collection of can't miss tunes to enhance your ride, regardless of your mode of transportation. Whether it's a car, boat, plane, bike, motorcycle, golf cart, or any other vehicle, we aim to provide songs that enhance your journey. We have titled this week's Episode "Rockin' Your Ride." As usua...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we want to acknowledge the fires raging a couple of hours east of us in LA County. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by smoke, evacuation, loss of property, or loss of life. We also need to extend our gratitude to the brave first responders working tirelessly to bring the flames under control. Typically, LA County is described as heaven on earth...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we celebrate the second show of the New Year. We nearly reached the halfway point in Season 2, bringing you Episode 24, titled "For You". The show is designed with you, the listener, in mind. Our aim is to explore a wide range of music spanning 7-8 decades, exposing you to different genres within the rock category that you may not have encountered before. We ho...

Random Song Encounters presents its latest episode this week, coinciding with the dawn of 2024. Our regular Wednesday episode happens to fall on January 1st, New Year's Day. We hope you survived last nights celebration without much self-inflicted discomfort. If you are recuperating from the festivities or simply enjoying the day off, our podcast is a great way to pass the time. This week, we bring...

This week we conclude 2024 with our final episode of the year. And as luck would have it, our show falls on Christmas Day. Regardless of our location or circumstances, the Podcast continues to pop up on schedule. We are multitasking this Christmas, broadcasting this morning from Rockwall, Texas, celebrating the holiday with our daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren. But, immediately after the sh...

This week, its back to normal operations after a couple of weeks of feeling under the weather. Thus, we are calling this Episode 21 "Feeling Good" to celebrate a return to life and readiness to take on the world again. It certainly helps to have beautiful weather and surroundings at our SoCal desert musical compound to aid the healing process. I'm glad to have this period behind me as we approach...

In this episode, we would like to first acknowledge another milestone for Random Song Encounters, having surpassed 1,000 songs played on the show as of Episode 18 while still adhering to our random programming and philosophy. This week, we present Episode 20, which we have titled "My Mood Swings." Beyond being random, the show focuses on the mood for each week and how moods influence the songs sha...

In this week's episode of our soon-to-be award-winning podcast, Random Song Encounters, we're back home, bringing the show to you despite some challenges. It appears I picked up a bug during our brief visit to Sin City, Las Vegas, over the weekend, but I'm powering through to deliver this week's episode. Considering that, along with the usual challenges accompanying the onset of winter—like severe...

This week's "Random Song Encounters" episode arrives as Thanksgiving approaches in the US. We're on the move, broadcasting from Phoenix, Arizona, where we're celebrating with family. Regardless of the holiday, the podcast continues with Episode 18 of Season 2, titled "Eat a Peach and Carry On," echoing the Allman Brothers Band during their last show at NYC's Beacon Theater in 2014. This is a twist...

Another Wednesday heralds the release of a new episode of Random Song Encounters for the masses. This week, we're broadcasting on the move again from Rockwall, Texas, which has become the new base for our daughter, her husband and grandchildren after their move from Arizona. We've tagged along to assist with the transition and are nearly ready to return to our SoCal desert musical retreat for a br...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we hit the road once more, returning to Mesa, Arizona, to assist family with their upcoming relocation to the Dallas/Fort Worth region. Regardless of the situation, we remain committed to ensuring our Podcast is delivered punctually. The next few weeks will be bustling with activity, from spinning tunes to aiding with the move, and not to mention the usual holi...

It's Wednesday, and that means it's time for another dynamic episode of Random Song Encounters. This week, in Episode 15, we do what we want and play what we want, just because we can—hence the title of the episode, "Just Because." Week after week, we deliver music in our signature random style because we can, and you know you love it! This week is no exception, with 15 groundbreaking tracks spann...

This week's Episode of Random Song Encounters has us reflecting on life and the evolution of family, inspired by the newest family addition, Oliver Tom. A hearty welcome to this delightful baby boy, and congratulations to parents Matthew and Samantha, and to proud new big brother, Mason. For Episode 14, titled "Food for Thought," we've curated a selection of fresh tracks for your enjoyment. In cel...

This week's soon to be award winning podcast episode navigates the treacherous terrain of copyright law. It appears I've received a notice outlining my potential infringement due to a couple of tracks played in last week's episode. Hopefully, the fact that the podcast is in no way monetized, and the music played has been purchased by yours truly will help sway initial opinion, and Random Song Enco...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we lament the decline of public interaction due to the continuous evolution of social media platforms. Everyone is hidden behind tiny screens, avoiding face-to-face interactions. Thus, we've aptly named this week's Episode 12 "Tiny Screens." Despite the theme, we've curated 15 excellent tracks for your auditory delight. So, sit back, set aside your tiny screen...

This week, another episode of "Random Song Encounters" is poised to win awards as we aim to "Change Your Head". Indeed, there are moments when you wish for a different head for various reasons. Our podcast is here to inspire and serve as your mental anesthetic, helping you "get your mind right", as the classic film quote goes. After considerable reflection and soul-searching, we've named Episode 1...

This week's episode of Random Song Encounters is dedicated to those moments when a melody grabs your attention and sets off musical sparks in your mind. Your fingers and toes begin to tap, your feet sway and shuffle, and soon your whole body is moving to the rhythm. We've aptly named this Episode 10 "Squeezing Out Sparks." We've delved deep to unearth fifteen musical treasures for your auditory de...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we continue our journey with Episode 9, broadcasting from Florence, Italy. After a week wandering the Tuscan countryside, we've settled in Florence for the final days of our adventure. Yet, no matter where we are, the podcast goes on, and we're here to deliver more curated tracks for your musical enjoyment. In honor of our stay, we've included several tracks fr...

Buongiorno, This week, Random Song Encounters hits the road again. Season 2, Episode 8 is broadcasting from the stunning rolling hills of Tuscany's wine country in Italy. We arrived just last night, and regardless of the time or conditions, the podcast must proceed! The scenery is breathtaking, the weather is idyllic, the food and wine are divine, and the music is as electrifying as ever. We're ma...

The acclaimed Random Song Encounters is back with Season 2 - Episode 7 this week. Mirroring a wedding ceremony, we strive to blend something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. The rapport between me and all you RSE listeners resembles a bond where we engage and savor a shared connection.  This week's episode, titled "Come on Over to My Side," invites everyone, both lo...

This week on Random Songs Encounters, we delve further into the evolution of rock music across seven decades with the launch of Season 2. Episode 6 turns up the volume to dispel the gloom of the cold/flu bug that's been lingering since our return from Reno, Nevada, after the holiday weekend. Despite this, the show must go on, aptly reflected in the title of our latest episode, "That's How I'm Feel...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we return to our signature transcendent theme, showcasing the finest music collections known. In Episode 5 of Season 2, titled "Under the Gun," we navigate through multiple commitments, reflecting our show's theme. The podcast remains our utmost priority, yet as we approach Labor Day Weekend, we're also on the brink of a new NFL season, accompanied by four Fant...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we're mixing it up. A listener shared that they played one of my episodes during a group yoga session. I'm honored, yet I acknowledge that my usual music selection might not align with yoga or similar calming activities. Bearing this in mind, I've put together a playlist of tracks that would complement such sessions or just serve as a soothing backdrop. Rest as...

This week on Random Song Encounters, we delve into the musical vaults to select quality tracks for our Podcast. We've discovered another 15 mind-bending tunes for your listening pleasure and have named this episode "No Control". The title reflects the unscripted, one-man nature of the show, offering a more authentic conversation rather than a polished, soulless production. Tune in as we explore se...