Talk More Talk: A Solo Beatles Videocast

Talk More Talk is a videocast analyzing the solo catalog of the Beatles. The biweekly program features engaging discussion, interviews, audience Q&A, and much more.Hosted by Tom Hunyady, Ken Michaels, Kit O’Toole, and Darren DeVivo.

TMT/Things We Said Today Crossover! Mini-Episode: Discussing the Upcoming Wings Compilation

In a special crossover episode with "Things We Said Today," we discuss the upcoming Wings compilation, which accompanies the future Wings documentary. How does the tracklist compare to previous "greatest hits" collections? What would we want to see on the album?  Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

09-11
50:07

Episode 153: "Press to Play" with Author Luca Perasi

Paul McCartney's controversial 1986 album "Press to Play" has long deserved a detailed analysis, and author Luca Perasi has delivered just that with his new book "Press to Play: The Unmistakable 80s Sound." Luca shares what he learned through his research, takes us inside recording sessions, and much more. Ken Michaels' interview with Luca for Press To Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFsoiXJ6peA&t=19s Find Luca Perasi: https://www.lily-publishing.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lucaperasi?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoretalksolo@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

08-30
01:36:35

Episode 152: "One to One" with Gary Van Scyoc

We are thrilled to welcome Gary Van Scyoc, bassist for Elephant's Memory, for a conversation about his career and the upcoming "Power to the People" box set. Hear his recollections of performing with John and Yoko both in the studio and onstage. This is an episode you'll never forget! Find Gary: https://www.garyvanscyoc.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063543698511 Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoretalksolo@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

08-16
01:48:27

Episode 151: Paul McCartney Duets

Join us as we discuss our favorite Paul McCartney duets--including some picks you may not be familiar with! Plus we discuss the latest news, including our experiences trying to buy tickets for Paul's upcoming tour. :) What are your favorite duets? What was your experience buying tickets? Jeff Lynne E-Mail: jlelomail@csmmgmt.com Shannon Website: artistshannon.com   For documentary film festival in Stony Brook, Long Island Aug. 8-10. with "Building The Beatles" documentary and Billy J. Kramer performance: https://www.limusichalloffame.org/limehof-music-documentary-film-festival/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22162752698&gbraid=0AAAAApZJBsQXWPyfzR_0Ys5NLbonGzvSQ&gclid=Cj0KCQjwm93DBhD_ARIsADR_DjF8ikDp-qZWeKj9bhasnD7y95RKlnzVnXZqKwjL1Qg1ZkPrsH4WTxwaAvUiEALw_wcB   Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoretalksolo@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

07-27
01:56:42

Episode 150: Ringo and His All-Starrs!

Darren and Ken recently saw Ringo Starr and His All-Starr Band on tour, which led us to wonder--which lineups really stand out over the years? We share our picks, plus Ken and Darren review their recent concert dates. Plus, we pay tribute to the geniuses Brian Wilson and Sly Stone. What are your choices for the best All-Starr lineups? Share them (and/or your thoughts on Wilson and Stone) in the comments!   Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoretalksolo@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

06-16
01:25:22

Episode 149: 50 Years of Venus and Mars

Recently, Paul McCartney & Wings' 1975 album "Venus and Mars" celebrated its 50th anniversary. We take a look back at the album, particularly its songs. How does V&M hold up a half century later? Will it receive the same reassessment as "Ram"? We discuss these questions and much more.  talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast      

06-06
01:41:06

Episode 148: All the News!

We're back after an unexpected hiatus! A great deal has happened since we've been away, so we're discussing the latest news about books, documentaries, concert tours, the "My Valentine" McCartney/Streisand duet, and much more. What release are you looking forward to?   talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

05-22
01:23:02

Episode 147: Best and Worst Career Moves of the Solo Years

Recorded live at the recent Fest for Beatles Fans in New Jersey, the Talk More Talk panel examined the best and worst career moves from the solo years. What are your picks?    talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

04-08
01:00:58

TMT Extra: Ringo & Friends at the Ryman Review

Bonus episode! Immediately after "Ringo & Friends at the Ryman" aired on CBS, we recorded our initial impressions of the special. Ken Michaels also shares his experience being in the audience for both shows. talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

03-12
58:54

Episode 146: Yoko Ono and John Lennon's Artistic Bond with Madeline Bocaro & Dan Richter

Don't miss this in-depth conversation about John Lennon & Yoko Ono's artistic and personal relationship. Madeline Bocaro (author of "In Your Mind: The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono") and Dan Richter (author of “The Dream is Over,” a memoir detailing the years he lived and worked with John and Ono from 1969 -1973) shed light on the couple's unique partnership. Find Madeline Bocaro: https://madelinex.com/ Find Dan Richter: https://danrichter.com/ Find us: talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

03-11
01:45:38

Extra: Paul McCartney at the Bowery (with Special Guest Tom Frangione)

Paul McCartney has been extremely busy lately--he first performed three sold-out "secret shows" at the Bowery Ballroom in New York, then closed out the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary show. We discuss both of these events with special guest Tom Frangione, who attended the third Bowery show. Tom has been with the Sirius XM Beatles Channel since 2017, and currently hosts five shows! Find Tom: https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/the-beatles-channel talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

03-06
01:06:18

Episode 145: Looking Up with Ringo

Join us for the return of Talk More Talk after our unplanned hiatus! We're excited to share the latest chapter in TMT history and discuss Ringo's 'Look Up' and other exciting news.   www.talkmoretalk.com Twitter: talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast 

02-19
01:50:16

Talk More Talk: Paul McCartney at the Bowery (featuring Tom Frangione)

Paul McCartney has been extremely busy lately--he first performed three sold-out "secret shows" at the Bowery Ballroom in New York, then closed out the Saturday Night Live 50th anniversary show. We discuss both of these events with special guest Tom Frangione, who attended the third Bowery show. Tom has been with the Sirius XM Beatles Channel since 2017, and currently hosts five shows! Find Tom: https://www.siriusxm.com/channels/the-beatles-channel Find us: talkmoretalk.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

02-18
01:06:18

Episode 144: Digging into the 50th Anniversary Edition of “Living in the Material World"

The 50th Anniversary Edition of George Harrison's "Living in the Material World" is finally here, and we're digging deep into the deluxe version.  Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

11-19
01:48:59

Episode 143: 40 Years of “Give My Regards to Broad Street"

This month marks the 40th anniversary of the release of "Give My Regards to Broad Street." To discuss its legacy, Call Me Mr. Broad Street's Ed Crawford rejoins us to reexamine the film. Also, musician Dylan Sevey has heard Ringo Starr's upcoming country album and gives a preview of what to expect. talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

10-29
02:13:01

Episode 142: Talking about a "Daytime Revolution"

The new documentary "Daytime Revolution" looks back at the five shows John Lennon and Yoko Ono co-hosted with Mike Douglas back in 1972. We'll dive deep into the film and discuss this remarkable period in their lives. talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

10-15
01:39:14

Episode 141: TMT Reviews "One Hand Clapping"!

Paul McCartney and Wings' long-lost special has recently been released in two forms: the soundtrack, and now in theaters! We review the movie version--the sound, picture, and everything in between. talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

09-30
01:53:08

Episode 140: Mind Games and More with David Spinozza and Ken Ascher

We are proud to present a very special episode: an interview with David Spinozza and Ken Ascher. Both played on Mind Games as well as other John Lennon albums; Spinozza also contributed to Ram and Ringo the 4th. We had a fascinating conversation not only about their experiences working with Lennon, McCartney, and Starr, but their lives as top studio musicians, why they believe the Beatles' music is timeless, and much more. DAVID SPINOZZA will be performing live with his BEATLES BIG BAND PROJECT for a Sunday Brunch show at the CUTTING ROOM, NYC on Nov. 17 at 1pm. He will also have session player KENNY ASCHER in his band. https://thecuttingroomnyc.com/ Kenny also plays at the BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB, NYC every Friday 5:30-7pm as part of the BIRDLAND BIG BAND! https://www.birdlandjazz.com/ Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1  https://www.youtube.com/@talkmoretalksolobeatles https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast  

09-21
02:15:56

Episode 139: The Future of Beatles Research

The Chicago Fest for Beatles Fans' Academic Panel, moderated by TMT hosts Ken Womack and Kit O'Toole, featured a robust discussion of the future of Beatles research. Friends of the show Ed Chen (When They Was Fab and  @ToppermostofthePoppermost ) Andy Nicholes ( @2LegsAPaulMcCartneyPodcast ), and scholar Karen Duchaj debate what topics we can tackle in the future, problems in research, and much more. What topics would you like to see explored?  Find us: talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast  

09-11
01:04:25

Episode 138: Wrack Our Brains LIVE at the Fest for Beatles Fans Chicago 2024

We had an almost full panel (Ken Michaels was with us in spirit) as we played a rousing game of "Wrack Our Brains" live at the Chicago Fest for Beatles Fans! Listen as we took YOUR questions, both those you submitted in advance and some from the audience. talkmoretalk.com talkmoresolotalk@gmail.com @talkmoretalk1 https://www.facebook.com/talkmoretalkvideocast https://www.youtube.com/c/TalkMoreTalkASoloBeatlesVideocast

08-24
55:27

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