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Episode 75: Michael Lindsay-Hogg on directing the Beatles and the Stones Oct 31, 2026

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In this episode, host Ken Womack talks to pioneering director Michael Lindsay-Hogg, the man behind early music video and promotional film production for rock legends such as the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Having discovered his love of rock and roll in the 1950s, Michael began directing British television in his early twenties, including the live rock show "Ready Steady Go!" During the ensuing years, he directed groundbreaking promotional short films and music videos for the Beatles, including such songs as "Paperback Writer," "Rain," "Hey Jude," and "Revolution." Over the years, he has also directed music videos for a host of classic Rolling Stones songs, as well as the TV special "The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus" in 1968. In 1969, he helmed the Beatles documentary "Let It Be," which featured the band's famous Rooftop Concert.

Michael will be joining us via Zoom for a discussion at our 2026 "Everything Fab Four" Fest!

Episode 74: The Cyrkle on touring with the Beatles in 1966 and joining us for EF4Fest Oct 19, 2026

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In this episode, host Ken Womack talks to Don Dannemann and Pat McLoughlin of the American rock band, The Cyrkle. During the 1960s, the Cyrkle scored two Top 40 hits in "Red Rubber Ball" and "Turn-Down Day."

The band was formed by guitarists and lead singers Don Dannemann and Tom Dawes, who met while studying at Lafayette College. The group's big break came when they were discovered by attorney Nat Weiss, who recommend them to Brian Epstein, the famed manager of the Beatles. Produced by John Simon, the band's unique spelling of their name came at the behest of John Lennon. In 1966, they played 14 days as the opening act on the Beatles' final American tour, including the August 29th concert at San Francisco's Candlestick Park.

In 2014, the Cyrkle roared back to life after McLoughlin pursued the idea and with Dannemann having re-joined the group, the band continues to perform across the United States and will be a part of our 2026 "Everything Fab Four" Fest!

Episode 73 (Bonus): Brian Kehew & Kevin Ryan on the Beatles' Recordings and Sir George Martin's Scores Aug 11, 2026

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In this episode host Ken Womack talks to Brian Kehew and Kevin Ryan, acclaimed American audio historians, recording engineers, producers, and writers whose work has helped establish a definitive technical history of the Beatles' recording career. They are best known as the co-authors of Recording The Beatles. Originally published in 2006, it is an exhaustive, landmark study of the equipment, microphones, recording techniques, and studio practices that shaped the Beatles' music at Abbey Road. Their latest book is George Martin: The Scores, a three-volume collection reproducing Martin's handwritten orchestral manuscripts, including scores associated with songs such as "Yesterday" and "A Day in the Life," with a foreword by Paul McCartney.

Episode 72: "Queen of Percussion" Sheila E on Prince and saying yes to Ringo Starr Jun 16, 2026

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In our Season 8 finale, host Ken Womack welcomes the incomparable, Grammy Award-winning "Queen of Percussion" Sheila E! They discuss how her growing up in a musical family with "the hippest parents in the world" led to her luminous career that included the hits "A Love Bizarre" and "The Glamorous Life," plus working with Prince, Ringo Starr and a host of other artists.

Episode 71: Nat & Alex Wolff on their Beatles upbringing and seeing Sir Paul Jun 02, 2026

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In this episode host Ken Womack welcomes brothers, duo and self-proclaimed "Beatles fanatics" Nat and Alex Wolff. Raised in a show business family, they discuss how they were introduced to the Beatles' music before they were even born, how they went from starring in the hit Nickelodeon TV show "The Naked Brothers Band" to launching their own musical careers, working with Billie Eilish, their new album and tour, plus much more.

Episode 70: Greg Evigan on being "possessed" by the Beatles and recording at Abbey Road May 19, 2026

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In this episode, host Ken Womack welcomes actor, musician and composer Greg Evigan, best known for his roles on the classic TV shows "B.J. and the Bear" and "My Two Dads." He began his career in the Broadway production of "Jesus Christ Superstar," followed by playing the lead role of Danny Zuko in a stage production of "Grease," and one of his first roles in Hollywood was a bit part in Ringo Starr's 1978 television special. Evigan's other credits include 13 series, 19 feature films, 50 movies of the week, and guest-starring roles in over 100 other productions – many of which have incorporated his original music. He recently released a new album, "Greg Evigan with London's Royal Philharmonic Orchestra," which was recorded at Abbey Road Studios.

Episode 69: Tiffany on covering the Beatles and cooking for her band May 05, 2026

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In this episode host Ken Womack welcomes '80s pop sensation Tiffany, who was recently introduced to a new generation of fans thanks to "Stranger Things"! They discuss those '60s covers that skyrocketed her career, who in her family is the biggest Beatles fan, how she launched a culinary side business with her new cookbook "Pop Life," and much more.

Episode 68: Brendan Hunt on "Ted Lasso" and how "Hey Jude" changed his life Apr 21, 2026

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In this episode, host Ken Womack welcomes award-winning actor and writer Brendan Hunt! Best known as "Coach Beard" on Apple TV's "Ted Lasso" (which he co-created alongside star Jason Sudeikis and friends), Hunt is now starring in his own one-man stage production, "The Movement You Need," currently showing at Chicago's Steppenwolf Theatre. The play explores Hunt's bittersweet memories of his Chicago childhood, a love for the Beatles that sustained him, and the tongue-tied moment he met Paul McCartney. Through it, he and Womack discuss his lifelong journey with the band's music.

Episode 67: Paul Shaffer on Canada's Introduction to the Beatles Apr 07, 2026

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In our Season 8 premiere, host Ken Womack welcomes legendary musician, band leader, actor and comedian Paul Shaffer! In addition to being David Letterman's musical director and sidekick for 33 years, Shaffer has been a featured performer on "Saturday Night Live," guest star in multiple TV and film productions, and served as musical director and producer for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony since its inception. In this episode, Womack and Shaffer discuss how the Beatles put their own spin on American rock 'n' roll, Shaffer's own career pivot while growing up in Canada, whether guitar groups are on their way out, and if Lorne Michaels or Letterman was the bigger Beatles fan.

Morgan Neville on post-Beatles Paul McCartney and "Man on the Run" Feb 17, 2026

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Host Kenneth Womack welcomes acclaimed documentary filmmaker Morgan Neville to discuss his new film on Paul McCartney's career after the Beatles, "Man on the Run." Neville's films include "20 Feet from Stardom," which won an Oscar and a Grammy, and "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" about the legendary TV host Fred Rogers. "Man on the Run" is out in select theatres February 19, and will be streaming on Amazon Prime on February 27.

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