Episodes

  • Rock Stars of Italian Descent. Who Knew?

    Rock Stars of Italian Descent. Who Knew?
    Mar 14 2025
    Rock Stars of Italian Descent. Who Knew? Be prepared for an explosion of surprises. In this episode, Ferris Kennedy—he of Italian background—takes great delight in confusing Dr. Clarke by listing the many rock musicians of Italian descent—people you have no idea had roots in Il Bel Paese!. This is a special chance to be entertained by pretty cool insights. È fantastico!
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    28 mins
  • What Happened to The Beatles After They Broke Up?

    What Happened to The Beatles After They Broke Up?
    Mar 3 2025
    What Happened to The Beatles after They Broke Up? The Beatles' career is well known. But what happened to the lovable mop tops after the best rock band in the world broke up? Kennedy and Clarke have you covered. The post-Beatle careers of John, Paul, George, and yes, even Ringo, are discussed, condemned, and celebrated.
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    43 mins
  • The Men Behind Nirvana!!! (Kennedy's Corner)

    The Men Behind Nirvana!!! (Kennedy's Corner)
    Feb 21 2025
    The Men that Made Nirvana Successful We know that you like/love Nirvana. That means you're interested in behind-the-scenes revelations about exactly who helped them along. Which band mates left, and who remained to ascend the stairs to rock stardom? Ferris Kennedy is jacked as he kicks it with a discussion of a great band with eternal vibes.
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    19 mins
  • Foo Fighters: What's Next"? (Kennedy's Corner)

    Foo Fighters: What's Next"? (Kennedy's Corner)
    Feb 10 2025
    Foo Fighters: What's Next? Hey, the Foos have been through a lot. And they're still around—still selling out stadiums, still bringing garage rock to the masses. But what's next? Ferris Kennedy amps it up as he plots a path for Dave Grohl and the boys. You don't want to miss this inaugural episode of Kennedy's Corner.
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    13 mins
  • Sam Cooke: Motel Money Murder Madness

    Sam Cooke: Motel Money Murder Madness
    Jan 29 2025
    Sam Cooke: Motel Money Murder Madness Much has been written about the strange circumstances surrounding the tragic death of Sam Cooke, one of the greatest soul and pop singers/composers of the early 1960s. In this episode, Dr Clarke discusses conspiracies and carefully evaluates the circumstances which led to Cooke's murder in a $3-dollar-a-night motel in south-central Los Angeles.
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    25 mins
  • Is Rock Music Soon to Be Extinct?

    Is Rock Music Soon to Be Extinct?
    Jan 20 2025
    Is Rock Music Soon to be Extinct? Classic bands are aging. Radio is dying. New music formats are flourishing. Has rock music really strummed its last chord? In this episode we review the tell-tale facts, consider the trends, and deliver entertaining, persuasive conclusions that will just about make your day!
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    30 mins
  • Are Rock Lists Goofy or Great?

    Are Rock Lists Goofy or Great?
    Jan 8 2025
    Are Rock Lists Goofy or Great? Listeners of Serious Rock Talk know our mixed emotions about 'Greatest Songs/Bands/Guitarists/Singers/Etc.' lists. In this episode, we make a temporary truce with those that perpetuate lists (Rolling Stone Mag et. al.) and we come out the other end with a lot of laughs. Listen up and enjoy original insights and random observations about rock lists and our incessant need to rate.... everything!
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    30 mins
  • New Year Eve Show 2024

    New Year Eve Show 2024
    Dec 31 2024
    New Year's Eve Show 2024 2024 was an amazing year for rock—and dare we say an outstanding year for the Serious Rock Talk Podcast. We thank you all for lending us an ear, sending emails, and making suggestions. Listen in as Dr. Clarke, Steven Wheeler, and Ferris Kennedy sum it all up for you. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride. 2025—here we come!
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    1 hr and 1 min