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Random music news for Monday, March 15, 2021

Probably not a great story for a Monday, but hey, we need caffeine, right? (Via Walter) Moving now to music

On this date in 1953, the CIA and MI6 overthrew the regime in Iran and installing the West-friendly Shah. That

It was a big day in space history on this date in 1970 when Apollo 13 made it back to

Ever had one of those weeks where computers seem to hate you? I had one of those. But I still

The alleged “greatest game ever played” took place this date 60 years ago. Was it really that great? Debate that

Officially back at work after a two-week hiatus, although after the US Thanksgiving weekend, it’s going to take some time

As you may have determined from my out-of-office note, I’m AWOL for the next bit. Where? Send an email to

On this day in 1994, WXYC, a student radio station at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, became the

Why is daylight saving time still a thing? Let’s get rid of it. Seriously. Although I do like the extra

It’s the night disguised extortionist appear at my door demanding empty calories while their families look on in approval. What’s

Labour Day. I plan to do no labour at all today–except maybe a little reporting on the music news for

Delivering Reach for the Biggest Brands – Alan Dark in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 027 April 12, 2021
In a world obsessed with digital and mobile engagement, as well as the rise of subscription streaming entertainment services, like Netflix and now Disney+, it’s easy to overlook the going’s on in the broadcast media business. The reality is, the 75-year-old business is having a moment. Perhaps it is due, in part, to a global […]
Mark Silver
Making “The End of The Storm” – James Erskine in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 026 March 24, 2021
This week’s guest — director James Erskine — joins us from England where he has just released his latest feature-length documentary, The End of The Storm. The documentary follows Liverpool Football Club and their fans as they navigate the covid-interrupted 2019-2020 Premier League winning season. James expertly weaves together the voice of Jürgen Klopp, the […]
Andrew Dick
Inside the Toronto Sports Media Scene – Jonah Sigel in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 025 March 17, 2021
Being a Toronto sports fan hasn’t been easy for many generations of Torontonians. Of course, the Raptors NBA title was kind of a reset for the city, and there were a couple of crazy Blue Jays runs a few years back, but those were more so the Toronto sports awakening for Millenials. For Gen X, […]
Mark Silver