Old People Rock

Bob Hartl is the epitome of someone who has said, "Why Not" most of his life. A former Naval Aircraft Commander in the Vietnam War who survived a horrific plane crash, Bob transitioned to a near 40 year career as a pilot for a major airline. Bob's philosophy is, "not looking back, but always look forward to my next activity or adventure." After retirement, Bob has become an award-winning photographer and sculptor.

Steve "The Gerbs" Gerbsman is a nationally recognized private investment banker and crisis turnaround professional. With over fifty years of senior management & finance experience, Gerbs, 81, has been involved in investment ventures as an officer, director, consultant and investor, both in the US and internationally. When not working on his next venture, Gerbs can be found hitting the gym, on a shooting range, or traveling with his family.

Ellen Bloom is a native of Los Angeles with 47 years in the entertainment industry. A former Los Angeles radio personality, Ellen produced and co-hosted KPCC-Radio's "Friday Night Blues Revue." She has engineered live, in-studio performances and conducted interviews with leading blues artists. Ask Ellen about almost any historic building or area of Los Angeles and she will tell you the story. She is active in the crochet and knitting community and also participates in ukulele groups in the Los Angeles area.  

During his 50 years as an award-winning advertising writer, Gil pivoted into a life of global scuba diving. Gil is a best-selling author of hundreds of articles and recently published a book about his underwater experiences. Read more at www.ScubaStoryteller.com.

John Holly has worked in practically every capacity in theater and musical theater, including as an actor on Broadway and producer/director of hundreds of theater productions. His current passion is Airstreaming across the country, having new adventures and meeting new friends.  

Conversation with Danny Hein, 82 year old and still performing rock music. Danny and The Fabulous Flippers are still going strong. The 9 piece band continues today to brings home that classic R&B sound. Danny Hein still fronts the band and sings their hits as well as plays keyboards and guitar. There's nothing like a fat horn section, a B3 organ and driving rhythm section to compliment Danny Hein's smooth vocals, Check out their their 2023 performance of, "Unchain My Heart"  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLEhZqxDkso Be sure to check out their 1965 super hit "Harlem Shuffle." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaiyiYvJrNQ

During his 50 years as an award-winning advertising writer, Gil pivoted into a life of global scuba diving. Gil is a best-selling author of hundreds of articles and recently published a book about his underwater experiences. Read more at www.ScubaStoryteller.com.