Topic: Tony Bennett

4 chapters across the catalog

Tokyo Rose
Episode 1820 2:03:02 - 2:09:08

1820: Tokyo Rose

Concert Industry History and Roger McGuinn Anecdotes

A discussion on the decline of the concert industry leads to personal stories about Roger McGuinn of The Birds. The segment covers the technical details of McGuinn's custom seven-string guitar, his preference for New York steak before performances, and his transition to performing lectures on cruises.

Vasectomies & Dogs
Episode 1011 2:34:20 - 2:35:46

1011: Vasectomies & Dogs

Spotify Algorithm and Tony Bennett Tickets

A rare positive experience with a digital algorithm is shared after the Spotify app notified a host about an upcoming Tony Bennett concert at the Moody Theater in Austin. The notification allowed for the early purchase of front-row tickets. This is contrasted with a "failed" algorithm experience where a user in Houston was served irrelevant country music recommendations.

Mirific!
Episode 659 2:27:32 - 2:39:38

659: Mirific!

Producer Credits, Gamergate, and Knighting Ceremony

The final donation segment includes a mention of a "No Agenda" reference in a Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga song and a brief discussion on the Gamergate controversy. The show concludes with a formal knighting ceremony for Stephen Dean and CJ Cobble, followed by birthday wishes for various listeners and a final "Adios MoFo" sign-off.

Hybrid Pigs
Episode 584 2:25 - 5:02

584: Hybrid Pigs

Tony Bennett Live Performance, Austin Balcony Experience

A host recounts attending an 87-year-old Tony Bennett's live performance in Austin, Texas. The experience included a balcony view with champagne provided by a friend, Eric Copper, and a notable unamplified rendition of "Fly Me to the Moon" by Bennett.