4 chapters across the catalog
A Vibra Slap percussion instrument was delivered via UPS to one of the hosts, leading to a discussion about its use in Latin music by artists like Gloria Estefan and the Miami Sound Machine. The origin of the gift remains unknown, though it is jokingly compared to an item from Adam and Eve.
Rain Stick History and No Agenda Hot Pockets Tour Wrap
The history of the rain stick is traced to South America, specifically Chile, where it is classified as a percussion instrument. A recap of the "No Agenda Hot Pockets 2009 Tour" notes that while the trip was a financial loss, it allowed for direct engagement with producers across the United States. Producer Sherry Osborne of Salt Lake City is credited with crafting the specific rain stick used by the hosts.
The hosts reflect on the difficulty of producing "clip shows" during holidays, noting they often require more work than standard episodes. John C. Dvorak requests that listeners send old-fashioned sound effect instruments, such as coconut husks for horse-hoof sounds, to the show's P.O. Box in El Cerrito, California.
A new musical instrument, identified as a Vibra-Slapper or "Donkey-Call," is introduced and demonstrated. The percussive device makes a distinct rattling sound when slapped, which is used as a new sound effect for the broadcast.
