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Ongoing History Daily: The behind the scenes of The Simpsons’ “Homerpalooza” episode

One of the best music-themed episodes of The Simpsons dates back to May 1996 with “Homerpalooza,” which saw Homer became

Getting my second shot today! AstraZenca + Pfizer, which is supposed to turn me into Spider-Man. Or The Hulk. I

If you’re still being very careful about wearing a mask, here’s one that takes things to a whole new level.

Because we don’t have enough to worry about, here’s the story of poop plumes. Once you’ve read that, try music

Back in May 2018, I led a great group of people to London for a tour of the city’s rock

This is my new favourite German word: backpfeifengesicht. It means “punchable face.” and now for music news for October 25, 2018.

Queen Victoria has been dead since 1901, but we’re eternally grateful for this May holiday. She was actually born on

During ’67’s Summer of Love, anything seemed possible. Civil rights issues were finally being addressed. There was a feeling that

Fifty years ago today, Muhammed Ali refused induction into the US Army. He was stripped of his championship and his

[Fans of alternative retro, pop gold and classic rock should find plenty to argue about in this post from Chris

Just one more day to the US election. I know, I know. I wish it could go on longer, too.

Being your Authentic Self – Richard Crouse in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 035 July 2, 2021
You would be given a free pass if you forgot that before the rise of the social media influencer there were already pundits and personalities on TV, radio and print. There’s just been that much exponential change in the media business over the last 15 years. Yet today, those who were formerly the audience are […]
Mark Silver
The Business of Radio – Elliott Hurst in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 034 June 21, 2021
The commercialization of streaming audio is not a new phenomenon. Going back 100 years, it was simply known by another name, broadcasting. With the launch, rise and now transition to digital and apps, the business models of audio-preneurs have generally been the same, mostly because of the challenge of measurement, a problem audio’s cousin television […]
Mark Silver
The Custodian of Toronto Sports – Richard Peddie in conversation with TBP Podcast EP 033 May 27, 2021
Over a 20+ year span, as the Toronto pro sports scene evolved from older venues and stands filled with blue and white (Leafs, Blue Jays, Argonauts) to a more intense red (Raptors, TFC), and grand coliseums that define the city’s skyline, there is one sports executive in particular who ownership looked to. We’re of course […]
Mark Silver