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Author: Mike Messner

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Hello folk music fans! Gordon Lightfoot is one of the greatest folk-rock artists of all time. And now there's a podcast celebrating and discussing his work, song by song. It's called Carefree Highway Revisited, and every episode, your host (that's me, Mike Messner) will examine one of Gordon's songs with the help of a special guest! So if that's your cup of tea, give us a listen and give us a follow. We'll see you on the Carefree Highway!

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In this episode, you'll hear the first part of Mike Messner's interview with Richard Harison, former road manager for Gordon Lightfoot. Richard will discuss his book, Once Upon a Red Eye, and talk about some of his experiences with Lightfoot on the road and in the studio. You'll also hear from the Mostly Folk podcast and from Kop's Records of Toronto! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Mike and his guest Gerald Kandestin discuss the title track from the 1970 album of the same name. You'll also hear from fellow podcasters 20 Minute History, The Paranormal Son, Back to the '80s and All Grown Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Restless

Restless

2023-02-1547:20

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest, Eileen Masover, discuss this song from the 1993 "Waiting for You" album. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts A Date With Death, Mostly Folk, 20 Minute History, and The Paranormal Son.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2G9PiSiWAwU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, Mike Messner has his second visit with Claude Call, host of the How Good It Is podcast, for a discussion of Gordon Lightfoot's "If You Could Read My Mind" from his 1970 album of the same name. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts Back to the '80s and All Grown up.Youtube: https://youtu.be/jiU2lrGnT7UPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/CarefreehighwayrevisitedStore: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CHRPodcastStoreHow Good It Is Website: http://www.howgooditis.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Affair on 8th Avenue

Affair on 8th Avenue

2023-01-1541:34

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest, Michael Roth, discuss this selection from Gordon Lightfoot's Back Here On Earth album of 1968 (and re-recorded for the compilation double album Gord's Gold in 1975). You'll also hear from fellow podcasts How Good It Is, Paranormal Son, Books Boys, and All Those Years Ago.Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D05h4c_NfksPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/CarefreehighwayrevisitedStore: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CHRPodcastStoreMichael Roth's Website: easyheroes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, host Mike Messner and guest Kevin McClear conclude their discussion of this song from Lightfoot's 1969 live album, Sunday Concert. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts Mostly Folk Podcast, Sinister Story Hour, A Date With Death, and Oldie But A Goodie.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4cAnMZc79UPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Carefreehighwayrevisited Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, host Mike Messner and guest Kevin McClear (in his second appearance on the show) discuss this song from Lightfoot's 1969 live album, Sunday Concert. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts How Good It Is, The Paranormal Son, Books Boys and All Those Years Ago.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I4cAnMZc79UPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/Carefreehighwayrevisited Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is There Anyone Home

Is There Anyone Home

2022-12-0133:26

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest Jeff Coast (making his second appearance on the show) discuss Gordon's song "Is There Anyone Home" from the Sundown album (1974). You'll also hear from fellow podcasters Oldie But A Goodie, Back to the 80s, All Grown Up and 20 Minute History.YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLPLS4ODkBI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Looking At The Rain

Looking At The Rain

2022-11-1738:00

In this episode, Mike Messner and his guest, musician John McLachlan, examine this song from the 1972 Don Quixote album. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts Sinister Story Hour, A Date With Death, How Good It Is, and Mostly Folk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ghosts of Cape Horn

Ghosts of Cape Horn

2022-10-3033:56

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest (and great friend and former college roommate) Dave Stewart discuss "Ghosts of Cape Horn," from Gordon Lightfoot's 1980 album Dream Street Rose. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts How Good It Is, All Those Years Ago, The Paranormal Son, and Books Boys -- and a special invitation from Mike. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dreamland, Part 2

Dreamland, Part 2

2022-10-2230:11

In this episode, host Mike Messner concludes his interview with Gary Luck and their discussion of "Dreamland" from Gordon Lightfoot's 1978 album Endless Wire. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts Oldie But A Goodie, Back to the 80s, All Grown Up and 20 Minute History.Link to YouTube version of "Dreamland": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQOYiKbP5D0Show Patreon Account: www.patreon.com/CarefreeHighwayRevisitedGuest's Band Page: www.lightfeetband.com.auMIke's email: teachermike72@gmail.comShow website: www.lightfootpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dreamland, Part 1

Dreamland, Part 1

2022-10-1735:05

In this episode, Part 1 of 2, host Mike Messner and his guest, Gary Luck, discuss "Dreamland" from the Endless Wire (1978) album. Mike also gives time to A Date With Death and talks about Newsly. Newsly is an audio app for IOS and Android. It picks up web articles about the most trending topics on the web at any given moment and reads them to you in a natural human voice. For the first time in the history of the internet, the web becomes listenable! Browse articles from topics you choose and start playing. And they have podcasts as well! Explore trending podcasts from over 40 countries, including, of course, Carefree Highway Revisited! Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me and use promo code CHR2022 to receive a 1-month free premium subscription.YouTube link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DQOYiKbP5D0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
High and Dry

High and Dry

2022-09-2630:55

In the premiere episode for Season 2, Michael Howitt returns to discuss High and Dry from the Sundown album (1974). Host Mike Messner also lends some time to the Mostly Folk podcast and Sinister Story Hour.Show website: www.lightfootpodcast.comPatreon: www.patreon.com/carefreehighwayrevisitedYouTube to "High And Dry": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ7S6QLDREw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode, host Mike Messner closes out the first season of the show with guest Jim Thorne, who discusses "Did She Mention My Name" from the 1968 album of the same name. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts A Date With Death, All Grown Up, and Newsly.Newsly is an audio app for IOS and Android. It picks up web articles about the most trending topics on the web at any given moment and reads them to you in a natural human voice. For the first time in the history of the internet, the web becomes listenable! Browse articles from topics you choose and start playing. And they have podcasts as well! Explore trending podcasts from over 40 countries, including, of course, Carefree Highway Revisited! Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me and use promo code CHR2022 to receive a 1-month free premium description. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Salute

Salute

2022-07-1436:42

In this episode, Deb Radwan returns to the show to discuss "Salute," from the 1983 album of the same name, with host Mike Messner. You'll also hear from fellow podcasts A Date With Death, Books Boys, and Back to the '80s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sea of Tranquility

Sea of Tranquility

2022-06-2452:42

In this episode, guest Donny Screws of Chester, GA (a former member of the Lee Jessup Band and current member of the Midlife Chryslers) joins host Mike Messner to discuss "Sea of Tranquility" from Gordon Lightfoot's 1980 album Dream Street Rose. You'll also hear spots from fellow podcasts Books Boys, Oldie But A Goodie, and the new audio drama, A Date With Death! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Race Among The Ruins

Race Among The Ruins

2022-06-1246:46

In this episode, host Mike Messner and guest Lee McCormack discuss this hit single from the Summertime Dream album (1976). You'll also hear from fellow podcasts Oldie But A Goodie, Books Boys, and Mostly Folk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kickin' It With Doc G

Kickin' It With Doc G

2022-06-0128:43

In this episode, Mike and his guest, Gene "Doc G" Pierro of Hamilton Radio chat about Gordon Lightfoot's music, its impact on Gene's career as a musician and broadcaster, and about Hamilton Radio. You'll also hear a word from the 20 Minute History Podcast and the Mostly Folk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Watchman's Gone

The Watchman's Gone

2022-05-2348:47

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest, Quinton Paul Kuntz, discuss this album cut from Gordon Lightfoot's 1974 chart-topper, Sundown. You'll also hear from podcast partners The Paranormal Son, 20 Minute History and the Mostly Folk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Circle of Steel

Circle of Steel

2022-05-0931:36

In this episode, host Mike Messner and his guest Mike Brush discuss this album cut from Sundown (1974). Mike Brush also plugs his band, Rest Etiquette, and we hear from fellow podcasts How Good It Is, All Those Years Ago, and The Mostly Folk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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