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The Oxford English Dictionary defines a dream as “a cherished aspiration, ambition, or ideal”. What is the California dream? And how does it compare and contrast to the American dream, or – as many now understand it – the American nightmare? Can California aspire to reach her dreams within an undemocratic and dysfunctional American system? Or should California chart her own course and determine her own destiny? Hi, my name is Darin Brown, and these are just some of the questions we’ll be ask ...
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Get a daily glimpse at the history of American football highlighting the events, people, teams, and anniversaries that took place on the calendar day, the year, or the story that the episode centers on. The show is in lock-step with our website PigskinDispatch.com to bring football fans of all ages a refreshing and fun gridiron experience!
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More to Morris

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The More to Morris podcast with Mayor Chris Brown & Director of Community Affairs Stan Knudson. Past, present and future, More to Morris provides all things Morris, Illinois!
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Hosted by industry veteran Matt Weitzel, The GSE Podcast is your premier destination for exploring the exciting world of Ground Support Equipment (GSE). With over 15 years of hands-on experience, Matt has been at the epicenter of GSE evolution, working alongside many of the industry's major players and now leading the way at Xcēd GSE. In The GSE Podcast, sponsored and published by Xcēd GSE, Matt shares his expert knowledge and unrivaled insights, bringing listeners closer to the latest GSE l ...
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Robert's award winning Follow Your Dream Podcast is ranked in the Top 1% of all podcasts with listeners in 200 countries! Each episode is like taking a World Tour! Robert is a professional musician who followed his youthful music dream later in life and became a Rock Star after he turned 60! Since then he has released 13 acclaimed albums including a Billboard #1, has millions of video views and streams, and has performed at festivals and concerts around the world. He also started this podcas ...
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Alex Alvear is an Ecuadorean music superstar. He’s a musician, composer and producer. His music links jazz, rock, funk, blues, Afro-Latin and other genres with Ecuadorean traditions. He’s performed or recorded with Celia Cruz, Paquito d’Rivera, Gonzalo Grau and others. His latest Andean fusion project is Wanukta Tonic. My featured song is “Funk Lat…
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Send us a text Step into the world of ground support equipment innovation as the Power Stow Americas team opens their doors to reveal how they're quietly revolutionizing baggage handling operations worldwide. From their facility in Norcross, Georgia, this intimate conversation takes listeners on an unexpected journey through the company's fascinati…
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Arlen Hlusko is an acclaimed Grammy winning Canadian cellist. She’s been called “sublime”, “dynamic” and “mesmerizing”. She’s performed as a soloist and a chamber musician around the world. She works with the Harry Chapin Band and the Bang On A Can All Stars. She’s collaborated with Meredith Monk and David Byrne. And she even played at Sing Sing pr…
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The narrative presented in this podcast centers upon the intriguing history of the Richmond Tigers, a semi-professional football team from the 1920s, and their connection to the notable NFL figure, Weeb Eubank. Through the exploration of a serendipitous discovery involving a letter from the team, we delve into the familial ties and athletic backgro…
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Charlie Midnight is a legendary Grammy, Emmy and Golden Globe winning and nominated songwriter and producer. He’s been producer and songwriter on over 30 films including Rocky IV and Bull Durham. He’s worked with just about everyone in the music business including James Brown, Joni Mitchell, Barbra Streisand, Billy Joel, Katie Perry, Idina Menzel, …
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The 1952 season serves as a focal point for our discourse, wherein we delve into the historical matchup between the Detroit Lions and the formidable Cleveland Browns. In an era characterized by intense competition and the emergence of legends, the Lions sought to disrupt the established dominance of the Browns. Our esteemed guest, Randy Snow, provi…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 ROCK PHOTOGRAPHER SUMMIT. It features five of the greatest rock n’ roll photographers of the era and the subjects they are known for: Ebet Roberts - Downtown NYC punk and New Wave scene. Television, Talking Heads, Blondie, Miles Davis. Bob Gruen - John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin, NY Do…
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The focal point of our discussion centers on the illustrious career of Ace Parker, an extraordinary figure in the annals of early professional football. Parker emerged not merely as a distinguished passer, but as a multifaceted athlete who excelled as a runner, defender, and leader, captivating the hearts of a nation yearning for gridiron heroes. T…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my April 2023 interview with William Lee Golden, longtime member of The Oak Ridge Boys, the famous gospel and country quartet. He’s also the leader of The Goldens along with his sons, and he’s an accomplished painter and photographer as well. William led the Oak’s transition from gospel to country and they’re now o…
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Karen LeFrak is a celebrated Composer, Pianist and Children’s Book Author. She has composed a number of moving music scores, including “Sleepover At The Museum, which have been presented around the world by the NY Philharmonic, National Symphony, American Ballet Theater and the Mariinsky Ballet. Her newest work is called “Miami Concerto for Guitar …
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Darin and Brooke Aldridge are the acclaimed husband and wife duo who play Bluegrass and Americana. She is the reigning Bluegrass Female Vocalist and the two of them together are the Bluegrass Artists Of The Year. They have performed at the Grand Ole Opry over 50 times. My featured song is “The Gift (Juliet’s Song)” from Made In New York by my band …
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This is a Special Episode called THE BRITISH INVASION SHOW. It features the seven following stars from this magical era of the 1960s when English artists ruled the pop world and the charts. Each was previously a guest on the podcast. Peter Noone - Herman of Herman’s Hermits. They had a spectacular run of hits including “No Milk Today”, “There’s A K…
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In this enlightening discourse, we unveil a remarkable revelation concerning the father of modern American football, Walter Camp, whose historical narrative is unexpectedly marred by an allegation of attempted murder. We delve into the intricate details of this episode, as explored by Timothy B. Brown of Football Archaeology, who meticulously unrav…
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This SPECIAL EPISODE introduces ROBERT'S NEW SINGLE: "DAY AT THE RACES". This song captures the Thrills, Chills and Pageantry of the Triple Crown horse racing season - the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness and the Belmont. Called "Fun, Upbeat, Exciting!". It’s the third of Robert’s four new singles being released one per month, following “Rough Rider” …
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The 1951 NFL season represents a pivotal chapter in the annals of American football, characterized by the emergence of formidable talents and fiercely contested matches. During this episode, we meticulously explore the significance of that season, particularly focusing on the thrilling championship game that culminated in the Los Angeles Rams secur…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my March 2024 interview with Eliane Elias, the extraordinary and exquisite Brazilian jazz pianist, singer and composer. She is a multiple Grammy and Latin Grammy winner. She combines Brazilian music, jazz and classical into a remarkable repertoire. Her recordings run the gamut from The Doors to Antonio Carlos Jobim…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2023 interview with Jeremy Swift, who shot to worldwide fame as Leslie Higgins - the Communications Director for the AFC Richmond football club - in the hit series “Ted Lasso”. He was nominated for an Emmy Award. Before Lasso he was in films such as “Mary Poppins Returns” along with Dick Van Dyke, “Oliver T…
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Deborah Silver is a renowned vocalist in Jazz, Country, Americana. She’s been praised by none other than Quincy Jones. She’s had a string of hit duets with stars like Bill Medley of the Righteous Brothers, Jack Jones and Tony Orlando. Her newest album is “Basie Rocks!” recorded with the Count Basie Orchestra, featuring songs by The Beatles, Stones,…
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Tessa Violet is an Indie pop star. She’s a singer, songwriter, actress and former child model. Her song “Crush” has over 200 million streams and 100 million video views. Her recent single is “My Body’s My Buddy”. My featured song is “Tessa” from the album East Side Sessions by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link. ------------------------------…
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Send us a text Looking for reliable and flexible ground support equipment leasing solutions? Look no further than Xcēd! As your trusted partner, Xcēd specializes in tailored operating leases for ground handlers and airlines, offering top-notch equipment and flexible terms to suit your needs. Whether you're seeking the latest electric GSE or traditi…
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Mark Holloway is a Grammy winning Violist and Chamber Musician. He is a member of the World Famous Pacifica Quartet. He has been principal violist at Tanglewood and The New York String Orchestra. He’s performed in the U.S., Chile, Greenland, France and Switzerland. On television he has performed at Live From Lincoln Center. My featured song is the …
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Today’s discourse focuses on the intriguing history surrounding the last Heisman Trophy winner who did not don a face mask during his collegiate career. Timothy Brown from FootballArchaeology.com joins us to elucidate this captivating narrative, which spans the evolution of football equipment and player safety protocols. The topic comes from one of…
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Melissa Errico is a Star! She’s an exquisite singer, actress and Tony Award nominated Broadway Star. Her Broadway successes include “My Fair Lady” (Eliza Doolittle) and “Les Miserables” (Cosette). She’s done solo concerts and cabarets around the world. She’s an acclaimed interpreter of Stephen Sondheim and Michel Legrand. She’s also a New York Time…
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The 1950 season marked a pivotal juncture in the annals of the National Football League, as the Cleveland Browns, freshly transitioned from the All-America Football Conference, commenced their inaugural campaign in the NFL with remarkable vigor and tenacity. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of that transformative season, accentuated b…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my December 2022 interview with Bruce Belland of The Four Preps, America’s first boy band. Their 1958 million selling hit “26 Miles Across The Sea” made them into international pop stars. The song influenced Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys and inspired Jimmy Buffett. The Preps were featured on the Ed Sullivan Show a…
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This is an Encore Presentation of my May 2024 SAXOPHONE SUMMIT featuring four of the world’s best saxophone players. John Helliwell, former member of Supertramp, one of the greatest bands of the rock era. They dominated the charts in the 1970s with their album “Breakfast In America” which sold over 20 million copies. Fred Lipsius, the saxophonist a…
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Francesca Tandoi is an amazing Italian Jazz Pianist and Vocalist who I discovered online and invited to be a guest on the show. She has performed with Snarky Puppy, Scott Hamilton and Darius Brubeck. She has performed in the U.S., Italy, Japan, India, Turkey and Israel. My featured song is my version of Chick Corea’s “Sea Journey” from my debut 199…
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Phil Harding is a celebrated UK Recording Engineer who worked from the ‘70s through the ‘90s with artists like The Clash, Bananarama, Rick Astley, Depeche Mode, Pet Shop Boys, Kylie Minogue and many others. His recent projects include Cliff Richard and Belinda Carlisle. He’s also earned a doctorate and he’s written a book called “Pop Music Producti…
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The 1949 season of the Philadelphia Eagles stands as a remarkable testament to the team’s legendary prowess, culminating in their second consecutive National Football League championship. At the forefront of this triumph were distinguished athletes such as Steve Van Buren, a formidable halfback known as "wham bam," and the electrifying receiver Pet…
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Jason Roller is a Nashville based, Grammy nominated, multi-instrumentalist who plays the guitar, fiddle, mandolin and banjo. He currently tours with the band Alabama and also is a house guitarist with the Grand Ole Opry. And he’s an in-demand session musician. He’s toured with Wynonna, Dolly Parton, John Berry, Kellie Pickler and Dave Mason. My fea…
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The focal point of our discourse revolves around the rather astonishing decision made by the University of Kansas to terminate the employment of its most successful head football coach in history, Dr. A.R. Kennedy. In this episode, we engage with Timothy B. Brown from FootballArchaeology.com, who elucidates the intricate details surrounding this co…
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Send us a text Stepping into the world of advanced battery technology, this episode takes us to Kokomo, Indiana—the global headquarters of Green Cubes Technology. Here, we explore how lithium batteries are revolutionizing ground support equipment operations at airports worldwide. Jerry Crump and Darren Kiefer walk us through Green Cubes' fascinatin…
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Roit Feldenkreis is a spectacular Israeli Symphonic Conductor. She has led top orchestras from Israel, Europe and Latin America including the Jerusalem, Haifa, Montevideo, Compana, London City and Paraguay Orchestras. She’s a winner of the London Classical Conducting Competition. She’s a former soprano singer. And she’s also a Performance Coach bri…
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The 1948 NFL season marks a significant chapter in the annals of American football, particularly for the Philadelphia Eagles, who emerged victorious in a championship rematch against the Chicago Cardinals, thus securing their first title. In this enlightening discussion, I, along with our esteemed guest Brian Michael, delve into the intricacies of …
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This is an Encore Presentation of my July 2024 interview with John McEuen. He is a Banjo Star and an original member of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, which had a big hit with “Mr. Bojangles”. He’s also a lifelong friend of and collaborator with Steve Martin and played on his hit song “King Tut” and also on their Grammy winning bluegrass album. He’s r…
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Carlos Simon is a Grammy Nominated Classical composer with Gospel and Jazz Roots. He is the Composer-In-Residence of The John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts; and the holder of the Inaugural Boston Symphony Orchestra Composer Chair. His works address themes including migration, belonging and community. His latest work is “Good News Mass” …
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Digits Dynasty is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. HIGHLIGHTED SHOW - DIGITS DYNASTY “Digits Dynasty” is an engaging podcast where we debate the greatest athletes to don each uniform number in sports history. Each episode focuses on a specific number, featuring passionate discussions, stats, and anecdotes…
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Christine Feldman-Barrett is an American Author and Professor living in Australia. She is the author of “A Women’s History Of The Beatles” about how the Beatles shaped and enriched the lives of women, and which also examines the key women in their history. My featured song is “Juliet Dances” from the album East Side Sessions by my band Project Gran…
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The primary focus of today's discourse centers on the historical context and significance of the 1947 NFL Championship game, featuring the Chicago Cardinals. Our esteemed guest, historian Joe Ziemba, elucidates the remarkable journey of the Cardinals during that illustrious season, culminating in their first championship victory. Check out Joe on h…
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Robbie Fulks is a Grammy nominated Country, Folk Bluegrass Singer Songwriter. He’s appeared at the Grand Ole Opry, on Prairie Home Companion, with Dr. John, Missy Raines, John Cowan and The Steep Canyon Rangers. My featured song is “New Folk Song” from the album The Queens Carnival by my band Project Grand Slam. Spotify link. ----------------------…
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This Very Special Episode of the podcast celebrates that we have just passed 3 MILLION DOWNLOADS! I started the podcast just over four years ago, during the depths of the pandemic. I had no audience and no guests. All I had then was a goal: to inspire and motivate people to follow their dream, just like I had followed my youthful music dream later …
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The episode illuminates the intriguing narrative of a football stadium in Japan that bears the name of Nile Kinnick, a revered Heisman Trophy winner. We delve into the historical significance of this unique connection between American football and Japanese culture, as articulated by our guest, Timothy P. Brown, a football archaeologist. Kinnick, wh…
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The pivotal year of 1946 marked a transformative moment in professional football, as the Chicago Bears navigated a tumultuous landscape to secure the NFL championship amidst the backdrop of returning veterans and emerging competition from a rival league. The resurgence of talent, as veterans transitioned from military service back to the gridiron, …
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Thelma Houston is a legendary R&B singer. In 1977 she hit the top of the charts with “Don’t Leave Me This Way”, the song which has become her signature. and she won the Grammy for “Best Female R&B Vocal”. She has sung that song on American Idol, America’s Got Talent and The Masked Singer. She has performed on the Golden Globes and the American Musi…
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