The Virtual Lounge and It's a basketball edition of Beats and Eats. Ty and Nick welcome Coach Nick of basketball breakdown into the virtual lounge. The trio will talk the best decade in NBA history-The 80's.

Re-live all the great moments from NBA greats like Bird, Magic, and more.  Plus they give you there top 5 NBA moments of the 80's.  You can bet the Bird steal against the Pistons in the 87 playoffs made the list.  So put on your short shorts and your sweat bands it's time to hit the hardwood on Beats and Eats.

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The Virtual Lounge is open Y & T rocks on this edition of Beats & Eats.  Ty and Nick welcome the legendary frontman Dave Meniketti to the show.

The trio discuss the groups more than forty years as one of the top hard rock acts in the world.  You'll hear about the bands battle with A & M records over creative control in the 80's and more.  Plus Meniketti talks about his new passion-wine.  He and his wife Jill have just released two signature wines: Contagious Chardonay, and Forever Pinoit Noir.  Dave talks in depth about how he got interested in wine, and why other rock stars now have their own labels as well.  So sit bick, relax, pour your glass of wine, and listen to Ty and Nick visit with one of the most interesting men in rock n' roll.

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It’s Sharkmania this week in the “virtual lounge.”  Ty and Nick welcome actor/director Jared Cohn to Beats and Eats.  He is the star of the new film Sharknado: Heart of Sharkness.  The Film is a mockumentary about the making of the first Sharknado film.  The trio have a hilarious conversation about his career film, the Sharknado craze, and making b-movies on a budget. Plus, Ty talks way to much about one of Steve’s early movies “Bikini Spring Break.”  So sit back, relax, pour your drink of choice, and let Beats  & Eats take a bite out of your imagination.

The Virtual Lounge is open and you're welcome inside for another pop culture edition of Beats & Eats.  On this weeks episode Ty and Nick revisit the Pope's historic trip to the US.  The duo discuss the impact his tour had on both the public and politics.  Plus, Ray and Gelso examine the reasons why John Boehner resigned as Speaker of the House.

The two conclude the episode with look at the new Keith Richards documentary "Under The Influence" on Netflix. Ray calls the movie one the best of he's seen all year.  Nick and Ty both agree, the guitarist just might be the true talent behind the Rolling Stones.  

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Welcome to the Virtual Lounge. With Pope Francis midway thru his Papal Visit to the United States, it's our pleasure to welcome a Catholic charity school that is changing lives for underprivileged children. Today, Luciana Musto, Director of Advancement at NativityMiguel School of Scranton, joins us to discuss this unique, independently funded, school. Ty Ray, Nick Gelso and Luciana discuss the school, the profound affect it's had on the young students, the nuns who are changing lives and, of course, Pope Francis visit to the USA.

The Pope is now midway thru his first Papal Visit to the United States, we encourage you to check out today's podcast and all of the amazing (and unique) happenings at NativityMiguel Catholic School. As Beats and Eats listeners know, Nick Gelso is from Scranton PA. With NativityMiguel being in his "backyard," and the Pope's message of charity and goodwill to the poor and underprivlidged of the World, this episode is dear to his heart. Gelso recently had an opportunity to visit the school and was deeply moved by the power of goodwill happening in the hallways of this Jewish Temple... that's correct, this Catholic school is located in the basement of the Synagogue!

We are so proud to speak with Lucy about the great things happening at this small school, changing lives in North East PA.

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Welcome to the Virtual Lounge. It's everything 80's in the virtual lounge as Ty and Nick welcome Steve Spears to Beats and Eats. Steve has hosted the Stuck In The 80's podcast for 10 years.  The trio discuss Steve's passion for the decade plus his 80's blog for the Tampa Bay Times. It's a fun discussion about big movies, big music, and big hair. They conclude the conversation by chatting about the upcoming 80's Cruise in February. The once in a lifetime Caribbean cruise features some of the biggest music acts of the 80's headlined by Huey Lewis & The News. For more information on this unique vacation go to www.the80scruise.com.

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The Virtual Lounge is open! You're welcome inside for another “pop culture” addition of Beats & Eats. In today's trending topics episode, Ty and Nick discuss the mess that has become the Kim Davis pep rally. The duo wonder if  the GOP has turned into the WWE on a Wrestlemania tour...? Sarah Palin is still trying to sound intelligent. Ty believes the world of reality television is destroying pop-culture. Maybe Ray is just too old for these things, but you can count on him to watch and get cranky anyway. The duo sing the praises of Queen Elizabeth II as she passes Queen Victoria as the longest reigning monarch of the UK. Plus they discuss Fox News, Donald Trump (of course), Princess Diana, Beck and the periscope APP. It's a short episode but covers many varied, controversial topics. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this lively discussion of the big events of the week. Is Palin done talking yet?

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Welcome to the Virtual Lounge. It's one of the songs that defined the sound of the 80's. I Melt With You from Modern English is heard everyday on the radio, in movies, and on tv. The virtual lounge welcomes the writer of that classic, Robbie Grey to Beats and Eats. Ty and Nick talk to Robbie about what inspired this monster hit. Plus the trio talk about how the band has preserved  for more than 30 years. To conclude the episode Nick and Ty chat with Dane Butcher, director of operations for the 80's Cruise. The trio discuss all the events planned for this once in a lifetime 80's themed trip planned for February 2nd through March 6th of 2016. For more information go to the www.the80scruise.com.

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The Virtual Lounge is open and your welcome inside for another “pop culture” addition of Beats & Eats.  Ty and Nick discuss the mess that has become the MTV Video Music Awards.  The duo wonder if Kayne West is still talking.  Ty believes the Miley-Nicki Minaj scandal is made up.  Maybe Ray is just too old for these things, but you can count  on him to watch and get cranky anyway.  The duo sing the praises of the new NETFLIX drama Narcos.  Plus they discuss the outrageous behavior of Kentucky clerk Kim Davis and her unwillingness to grant marriage licenses.  So sit back, relax, and enjoy this lively discussion of the big events of the week.  Is Kanye done talking yet?

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Welcome to the Virtual Lounge.  It’s another 80’s edition of Beats & Eats.  Ty and Nick proudly welcome legendary rocker John Parr to the show.   The trio discuss the story behind Parr’s 1985 number 1 hit “St. Elmo’s Fire.”  Plus John recalls his life in music working with likes of Roger Daltrey, David Foster, and many more.  He even tells us the secret to his amazing 80’s coif!  Plus, Ray and Gelso tell you their Top 5 choices for greatest soundtrack songs of all-time.  Listen for some Liza Minelli references. You read right.  After the episode check out www.the80scruise.com.