Topic: Bon Jovi

8 chapters across the catalog

Favela Ready
Episode 1685 2:02:44 - 2:08:05

1685: Favela Ready

Jon Bon Jovi, Medical Malpractice and Job Karma

Jon Bon Jovi is reported to have lost his singing voice, a topic of discussion in South Jersey. Producer PG Kelly is seeking funds via Give Send Go for a medical records review regarding his sister's death. Additionally, Linda Lou Patkins offers executive resume services through Image Makers Inc.

Radiation Tsunami
Episode 1494 1:14:08 - 1:20:50

1494: Radiation Tsunami

Colonoscopy Efficacy Study, Periodontal Surgery Anecdote

A new "gold standard" trial has raised questions about the overall effectiveness of colonoscopies in reducing cancer deaths. Relatedly, a host shared a personal medical update regarding upcoming periodontal surgery to treat chronic sinus issues caused by infected molars. The procedure involves multiple implants and bridges, drawing a comparison to Jon Bon Jovi's rumored quarter-million-dollar dental work.

Adam's Storytime
Episode 1337 10:06 - 13:16

1337: Adam's Storytime

Moscow Music Peace Festival, Ozzy Osbourne Plane Incident

Manager Doc McGee organized the 1988 Moscow Music Peace Festival as part of a plea deal following a marijuana smuggling arrest. During the flight to Russia, which included members of Motley Crue and Bon Jovi, a heavily intoxicated Ozzy Osbourne reportedly urinated in the airplane aisle. The trip was characterized by extreme substance use despite its official anti-drug branding.

Short Circuit
Episode 849 1:20 - 4:55

849: Short Circuit

Jack Ponti, Music Industry Legend and Day Trading

Adam Curry recounts attending a party at the home of Jack Ponti, a music industry veteran who wrote songs for Alice Cooper and helped launch Jon Bon Jovi's career. After managing 50 hip-hop artists and Indie Arie, Ponti retired from the music business to become a successful day trader. He utilizes complex technical analysis and Fibonacci filters to trade stocks without focusing on the underlying companies.

This That and the Other
Episode 469 26:56 - 34:29

469: This That and the Other

12-12-12 Concert, Robin Hood Foundation, Executive Compensation

The 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief is criticized as a "circle jerk" for wealthy elites rather than an effective charity event. Financial analysis of the Robin Hood Foundation's Form 990 reveals high executive salaries, including over $1.2 million for CEO David Saltzman, and millions spent on "entertainment" for the performers. The hosts argue that the $50 million raised is a rounding error for sponsor JPMorgan Chase and that the funds are often invested in limited partnerships rather than distributed directly to victims.

Episode 416 2:21:03 - 2:28:17

416: Datapalooza

Health Datapalooza 2012, Todd Park, Jon Bon Jovi

U.S. Chief Technology Officer Todd Park hosted the third annual Health Datapalooza, an event promoting the use of "liberated" government health data for private app development. Park, a former Booz Allen Hamilton consultant, invited musician Jon Bon Jovi to speak about his "Soul Kitchen" initiative. Critics view the event as a front for securing government contracts and a distraction from systemic hospital errors.

Former Soviet Spy
Episode 218 39:48 - 42:01

218: Former Soviet Spy

Moscow Music Peace Festival, Doc McGee and Ozzy Osbourne

An anecdote regarding the 1989 Moscow Music Peace Festival explains how manager Doc McGee organized the event as part of a plea deal for drug smuggling. The story details the chaotic flight to Russia with bands like Motley Crue and Bon Jovi. A specific incident involving a heavily intoxicated Ozzy Osbourne on the chartered aircraft is recounted.

Grapes the Size of Little Oranges
Episode 25 37:42 - 41:07

25: Grapes the Size of Little Oranges

Moscow Music Peace Festival, Ozzy Osbourne and Motley Crue

Adam Curry recounts his trip to the 1988 Moscow Music Peace Festival, an anti-drug concert organized by manager Doc McGee as community service. He shares anecdotes about the heavy drinking on the flight, Ozzy Osbourne wetting himself in the aisle, and the Moscow chapter of the Hell's Angels appearing outside the hotel on Java motorcycles.