Topic: Ricky Rackman

2 chapters across the catalog

Bean Bag Drone
Episode 352 12:00 - 14:36

352: Bean Bag Drone

I Want My MTV Book, Adam Curry Firing Anecdote

Adam Curry discusses his inclusion in the new book "I Want My MTV: The Unedited History of Music Television." He reveals details about being fired from "Headbangers Ball," attributing the move to Axl Rose pressuring MTV executives to hire Ricky Rackman. Curry notes the irony of being ousted by a band he originally fought to get played on the network.

Pastafarians Unite!
Episode 322 32:45 - 35:09

322: Pastafarians Unite!

Michael Zelina, MTV 30th Anniversary Exclusion

Producer Michael Zelina re-ups his knighthood, prompting a discussion about Adam Curry's legacy at MTV as the network's 30th anniversary approaches on August 1st. Curry notes that he is effectively "persona non grata" at the network and expects to be erased from their historical retrospectives, specifically regarding the Headbangers Ball. The hosts joke about Curry's exclusion from official music history despite his significant role in early cable music television.