Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show
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Things We Said Today is a weekly discussion of the hottest Beatles news topics and interviews of Beatles personalities by an experienced group of Beatles writers and broadcasters -- Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren DeVivo
Episodes
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #459 – A chat with Bruce Sugar
Bruce Sugar, a producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, is interviewed on episode #459 of Things We Said Today. The discussion focuses on his collaborations with Ringo Starr, beginning with the album "Choose Love" in 2005.
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #458 – “Power To The People: John & Yoko Live in NYC” review
This episode of Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show, #458, features a review of the film "Power To The People: John & Yoko Live in NYC." The hosts begin their discussion after Ken's news segment, which starts at the 16-minute mark.
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #457 – Ringo’s “Long Long Road” and Welcome Kit!
In episode #457, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Kit O’Toole discuss Ringo Starr's new album, “Long Long Road.” The episode also marks the official welcome of Kit O'Toole to the TWST team, following collaboration betwe…
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #456 – Erika White and The Butcher Cover
Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show episode #456 discusses the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' Butcher Cover photo shoot with author Erika White, whose book "Meat the Beatles" examines the cover and its context.
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #455 – Paul’s New Single & Beatles Moments We Wish We Were There To See
Hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Kit O’Toole discuss Paul McCartney's new single, "Days We Left Behind," and upcoming album, "The Boys of Dungeon Lane." They also each choose five historical Beatles moments they wish th…
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #454 – George Harrison Birthday Tribute
The Things We Said Today radio show celebrates George Harrison's birthday by having hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo each select and discuss their top 10 solo Harrisongs. The conversation follows a news segment and begin…
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #453 – Some Quality Time With Mark Lewisohn & “Evolver 62”
In episode #453, Mark Lewisohn joins the Things We Said Today podcast to discuss the video adaptation of his "Evolver 62" stage show and his ongoing Beatles biographical project, "All These Years." The conversation follows Ken Michaels' ne…
- Things We Said Today #452 – “Paul McCartney Man on the Run,” a chat with Adrian Sinclair [FIXED}
In episode #452 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo discuss the "Paul McCartney Man on the Run" film with co-author Adrian Sinclair. Sinclair, who also consulted on the film, joined the hosts for a…
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #451 – Ranking the Wings Studio Albums
Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Kit O’Toole collaborate on the podcast episode Talk More Talk #451. The discussion focuses on ranking the seven studio albums released by the band Wings.
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #450 – Responding to Giles Martin: Some Suggestions
The Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show and Talk More Talk collaborate to address Giles Martin’s assertion that no significant unreleased Beatles material remains. Panelists Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Kit O’Toole of…
- Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk #449 – Paul McCartney’s “Wings” book, with Adrian Sinclair
In this episode of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Kit O’Toole collaborate with Adrian Sinclair, co-author of “McCartney Legacy,” to discuss Paul McCartney’s new book, “Wings – The Story of a Band…
- Things We Said Today #448 – Simon Weitzman’s “A Love Letter to the Beatles” [FIXED]
This episode features a conversation with director Simon Weitzman about his film “A Love Letter to the Beatles.” Ken Michaels and Allan Kozinn also discuss some of his upcoming projects. The main discussion follows Ken’s news segment.
- Things We Said Today & Talk More Talk #447 – “The Beatles Anthology 2025”
This episode of Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show features a discussion on “The Beatles Anthology 2025,” specifically focusing on Volume 4 of the audio set and Episode 9 of the video. The conversation begins after segments on Paul Mc…
- Things We Said Today & Talk More Talk #446 – The “Wings” compilation
On episode #446 of Things We Said Today & Talk More Talk, hosts Ken Michaels, Darren DeVivo, Kit O’Toole, and Allan Kozinn engage in a discussion about the new "Wings" compilation. The conversation, which begins after Ken's news segment, e…
- Things We Said Today #445 – An interview with Gary Van Scyoc
In episode 445 of Things We Said Today, host Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo interview Gary Van Scyoc, bassist for Elephant's Memory. Van Scyoc shares insights on his collaborations with John Lennon and Yoko Ono, including th…
- Things We Said Today #444 – An interview with Denny Seiwell
In Episode 444 of Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show, host Ken Michaels interviews Denny Seiwell about his new autobiography, "Denny Seiwell: The Best and Worst of Times." Seiwell, the first drummer for Wings and a veteran session mus…
- Things We Said Today #443 – Was George Harrison Dissed as a Beatle?
The podcast episode Things We Said Today #443 discusses the question of whether George Harrison was marginalized as a member of The Beatles. The hosts include Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo. Their conversation begins after K…
- A Things We Said Today-Talk More Talk Collaboration - Wings Special
The Things We Said Today and Talk More Talk podcasts have collaborated to discuss the Wings compilation album. The discussion is tied to Paul McCartney's new film "Man on the Run" and his book "Wings - The Story of a Band on the Run."
- Things We Said Today #442 – The 45th Annual John Lennon Tribute, a Chat with Joe Raiola
In Episode 442 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo are joined by Joe Raiola, the founder of the annual John Lennon Tribute concerts. They discuss the upcoming tribute event and aspects of the archiv…
- Things We Said Today #441 – “Power to the People” & “The Beatles Anthology,” with Chip Madinger
Chip Madinger joins the hosts to discuss newly announced Fall releases from John Lennon and The Beatles, noting controversial aspects. The episode also covers news regarding the 60th anniversary commemoration of the Beatles’ Shea Stadium c…
- Things We Said Today #440 – “Help!” at 60, Part 2 – A Chat With Steve Matteo
Episode 440 of Things We Said Today features hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo in conversation with Steve Matteo. They discuss the Beatles' film "Help!" in commemoration of its 60th anniversary. The conversation on "Help!…
- Things We Said Today #439 – The Solo Beatles Live: Favorite Shows We've Seen
Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo discuss their top three favorite live performances by solo Beatles in episode 439 of Things We Said Today, coinciding with anticipation for Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr's tours. The discussio…
- Things We Said Today #438 – “Help!” at 60: a chat with Bruce Spizer & Al Sussman
In episode 438 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo discuss the Beatles’ film “Help!” and its related albums with guests Bruce Spizer and Al Sussman. The conversation also touches on Spizer's latest…
- Things We Said Today #437 – Macca in the 21st Century
Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo discuss their favorite Paul McCartney music released in the 21st century on Episode 437 of Things We Said Today. The episode also includes a news segment with a mention of a Brian Wilson and Be…
- Things We Said Today #436 – “Venus & Mars”
In episode 436 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo commemorate the 50th anniversary of Wings' album "Venus & Mars." The discussion delves into the album's context and recording sessions, referencing…
- Things We Said Today #435 – “Miss O’Dell” - A Talk with Chris O’Dell
Chris O’Dell, subject of the documentary "Miss O’Dell," joins Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo. O’Dell discusses her work with Apple, George Harrison, the Rolling Stones, and other…
- Things We Said Today #434 – John Lennon “Borrowed Time” - A Talk with Alan G. Parker [FIXED]
Episode 434 of Things We Said Today features a discussion with director Alan G. Parker about his documentary "Borrowed Time," which focuses on the last decade of John Lennon's life. Hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo are j…
- Things We Said Today #433 – “One to One: John & Yoko” - A Talk with Sam Rice-Edwards
In episode 433 of the Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show, Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren DeVivo talk with Sam Rice-Edwards, co-director and editor of the documentary “One to One: John & Yoko.” The discussion begins after the n…
- Things We Said Today #432 – Was Wings a Band or Just Paul's Backing Group?
Things We Said Today's Episode 432 features hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, Darren DeVivo, and Al Sussman debating whether Wings functioned as a band or primarily as Paul McCartney's backing musicians.
- Things We Said Today #431 – Interview with Seth Rogovoy
Episode 431 of Things We Said Today features an interview with Seth Rogovoy discussing his book on George Harrison’s music and guitar work. The conversation follows the episode’s news segment.
- Things We Said Today #430 – A Whole Lotta News & a talk with Ron Griffiths
Episode 430 of Things We Said Today features Ron Griffiths, an original member of The Iveys (later Badfinger), discussing the band's history and the new demo collection "How Much Is the Sky." The episode also includes a news segment.
- Things We Said Today #429 – Ringo Starr’s Nashville concerts & “Look Up”
Episode 429 of Things We Said Today features Ken Michaels and Darren Devivo discussing Ringo Starr’s new album “Look Up.” Ken provides a report on attending two concerts in Nashville and shares news including a Go Fund Me for Joey Molland…
- Things We Said Today #428 – “The McCartney Legacy, Vol.2 1974-1980” Part 2
In episode 428 of the Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show, hosts Ken Michaels and Darren Devivo continue their discussion with Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair about "The McCartney Legacy, Vol. 2 1974-1980." The conversation about the…
- Things We Said Today #427 – “The McCartney Legacy, Vol.2 1974-1980” Part 1
In Episode 427 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels and Darren Devivo interview Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair about the second volume of their Paul McCartney biography, covering 1974-1980. The discussion begins after a news repor…
- Things We Said Today #426 – “Living in the Material World” Box
Episode 426 of Things We Said Today features a discussion of the 50th anniversary archival release of George Harrison’s “Living in the Material World,” starting at the 17 minute and 5 second mark. Hosts include Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn,…
- Things We Said Today #425 – “Beatles ’64” – Part 2: Bruce Spizer & the US Mono Box
In Episode 425 of Things We Said Today, Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo continue their discussion on "The Beatles US Albums in Mono" box set with guest Bruce Spizer. Spizer, an expert on US Beatles releases and author of the…
- Things We Said Today #424 – “Beatles ’64” – Part 1: The Film
Episode 424 of Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show features hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo discussing the "Beatles ‘64" film which premieres on Disney+ on November 29. They also preview the next episode
- Things We Said Today #423 – Elliot Mintz and “We All Shine On” [FIXED]
Episode 423 of Things We Said Today features a conversation with Elliot Mintz about his memoir concerning his friendship with John Lennon and Yoko Ono during the 1970s. The episode includes a news segment preceding the interview.
- Things We Said Today #422 – “Daytime Revolution” with Erik Nelson
In Episode 422 of Things We Said Today, host Erik Nelson joins to discuss his documentary "Daytime Revolution," which focuses on John Lennon and Yoko Ono
- Things We Said Today #421 – John’s “Walls and Bridges,” with Chip Madinger
Episode 421 of Things We Said Today focuses on the 50th anniversary of John Lennon's album "Walls and Bridges." Hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo are joined by author Chip Madinger, co-author of "Lennonology." The discuss…
- Things We Said Today #420 – Ringo in Concert, “One Hand Clapping” on the Big Screen
Episode 420 of Things We Said Today covers the limited theatrical screening of Paul McCartney’s “One Hand Clapping” and Ringo Starr’s concert at Mohegan Sun Arena. The episode also includes recent Beatles news.
- Things We Said Today #419 – Aaron Badgley and “Dark Horse Records”
Hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo speak with author Aaron Badgley about his book, "Dark Horse Records," which covers George Harrison's post-Beatles record label. The discussion with Badgley begins after the news segment.
- Things We Said Today #418 – “Revival ‘69”
In Episode 418 of Things We Said Today, Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn and Darren Devivo discuss the film "Revival ’69," which covers the Toronto Rock and Roll Revival show on September 13, 1969, and the Plastic Ono Band's performance.
- Things We Said Today #417 – “A Hard Day’s Night” at 60
Episode 417 of Things We Said Today features a discussion with Al Sussman, Executive Editor of Beatlefan, and author Bruce Spizer about the 60th anniversary of "A Hard Day's Night." The conversation follows an intro and news segment.
- Things We Said Today #416 – John Lennon’s “Mind Games” Box, with Chip Madinger
In episode 416 of Things We Said Today, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo are joined by Chip Madinger to discuss the new 6 CD / 2 Blu-ray archival edition of John Lennon’s “Mind Games” album. Madinger is the co-author of…
- Things We Said Today #415 – A fully-staged “Liverpool Oratorio” at Cincinnati Opera
Episode 415 of Things We Said Today features a discussion with Cincinnati Opera artistic director Evans Mirageas about the company's decision to stage "Paul McCartney's Liverpool Oratorio." The conversation covers the opera's July 2024 per…
- Things We Said Today #414 – “One Hand Clapping”
In Episode 414, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo delve into Paul McCartney’s 1974 album “One Hand Clapping.” The discussion focuses on the album’s origins, its recording process, and how the recently released version com…
- Things We Said Today #413 – Fab Five
Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo each choose five albums that are their current go-to selections, including one Beatles album and one solo album from John, Paul, George, and Ringo. The discussion begins after a news segment ab…
- Things We Said Today #412 – A Visit with Sir Michael Lindsay-Hogg
Episode 412 of Things We Said Today features a conversation with Sir Michael Lindsay-Hogg focusing on the original and newly remastered versions of the film "Let It Be." The show includes a brief news segment before the interview, which be…
- Things We Said Today #411 – The restored “Let It Be,” John’s “Mind Games,” Ringo’s virtual Q&A
In Episode 411 of Things We Said Today Beatles Radio Show, hosts Ken Michaels, Allan Kozinn, and Darren Devivo review the restored "Let It Be" film, discuss the "Mind Games" archival release, and cover Ringo Starr's virtual press conferenc…