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05.05.2024

'All You Need Is Love' Author Steven Gaines

Cha-Chi and David, along with guest Steven Gaines, explore the historical and cultural significance of The Beatles through Gaines' books, including 'All You Need Is Love: The Beatles in Their Own Words.' The episode delves into behind-the-scenes stories, personal interactions...

03.22.2024

Ivor Davis and His Tour with the Beatles

In this episode the special guest is Ivor Davis, an award-winning author and journalist who traveled with The Beatles during their 1964 tour. Ivor has recently updated his book "The Beatles and Me on Tour" to commemorate the 60th anniversary...

02.17.2024

Author Ken Womack: 'Living The Beatles Legend'

Cha-Chi and David are joined by Ken Womack, author of 'Living The Beatles Legend,' the story of Malcolm Evans, the Beatles’ long-time roadie, personal assistant, and devoted friend.

11.30.2023

'Beatles On Film' Author Steve Matteo

Steve Matteo, author of 'Act Naturally: The Beatles On Film' joins the show. In the book, a "comprehensive deep-dive into the band’s movies," Matteo follows the origins, filming, and fan reception of projects from the 1964 premiere of A Hard...

11.02.2023

Philip Norman, Author of 'The Reluctant Beatle'

The guest is Philip Norman, author of "George Harrison: The Reluctant Beatle." Norman is also the author of the New York Times bestseller "John Lennon: The Life" and the million-copy selling "Shout!: The Beatles in Their Generation" Get the book: https://a.co/d/gZ6VJhM

10.27.2023

'Wings' Legend Denny Laine Needs Your Help

Elizabeth Hines, Denny’s Laine's wife, joins the show asking for a helping hand on Denny’s behalf.For the past two months, he’s been in and out of the hospital concerning an illness in his lungs that developed after his short bout...

09.23.2023

Bob and Paul Cowsill: RI Rock Royalty

A rare chance to chat with rock legends Bob and Paul Cowsill and to hear the story of the ups and downs of the Cowsills' long musical journey. For tickets to see the Cowsills at the Regent Theater in Arlington on...

08.16.2023

'Beatles '63' Author Dafydd Rees

The guest is Dafydd Rees, author of 'The Beatles 1963: A Year in the Life.' Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1913172228?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_7EA7A48QTX2H01ER5D1K

06.03.2023

Baseball and Beatles: Dr. Charles Steinberg

Dr. Charles Steinberg, now of the Worcester Red Sox, is known for his career as a baseball exec. But he's also a Beatlemaniac. He joins the show to talk about his personal experience at a Beatles show and how he...

05.21.2023

Inside the Submarine

The guests are Robert R. Hieronimus and Laura E. Cortner, co-authors of 'It's All in the Mind: Inside the Beatles' Yellow Submarine' Get the book at https://a.co/d/i8jUkef

04.29.2023

Lennon Expert Jude Kessler and Scott McKinley, Voice of the Beatles

Jude Southerland Kessler is the leading authority on John Lennon, having spent the last 33 years researching and writing the first four books in the anticipated 9-volume John Lennon Series. More on Jude: https://www.johnlennonseries.com/ Scott McKinley joins the show as well....

02.11.2023

Yoko Ono Biographer Madeline Bocaro

Madeline Bocaro, author of "In Your Mind - The Infinite Universe of Yoko Ono." Get the book at https://www.amazon.com/Your-Mind-Infinite-Universe-Yoko/dp/1667813099

12.07.2022

Susan Shumsky's Beatles Enlightenment

The guest is Dr. Susan Shumsky, author of "The Maharishi and Me: Seeking Enlightenment With the Beatles' Guru" More at: www.drsusan.org and divinetravels.com

10.28.2022

Lennon Lawyer Jay Bergen

John Lennon attorney Jay Bergen joins the show to tell the story of how he worked closely with John to rebut specious copyright claims. Jay is the author of Lennon, the Mobster & the Lawyer which "catches the high drama of the...

09.16.2022

Original Beatle Pete Best

A conversation with the one and only Pete Best! Pete talks about the passing of the Queen, about the time he bought his first drum kit, his adventures with John, Paul & George in Germany, his beloved family, the Decca Audition...

08.05.2022

Magical Mystery Man: John Logan

John Duke Logan is oroducer of "Magic With The Beatles, an entertaining and educational multimedia experience all centered around the Fab Four that includes mind reading, sleight of hand, videos, stories, prizes, cocktails, and more." For tickets to upcoming shows...

07.30.2022

My Beatles Story: Tom Hartman, Part II

Tom Hartman returns to the show to continue his stories of Beatles lore. His band, the Aerovons, was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording...

05.09.2022

My Beatles Story: Janice Mitchell and David Bieber

Janice Mitchell, the author of "My Ticket To Ride," and David Bieber, who runs and curates the David Bieber Archives in Norwood, Massachusetts. join the show to meet for the first time and trade Beatles tales.

01.28.2022

Leslie Cavendish and Gary Backstrom

Today's guests are Leslie Cavendish, the author of "The Cutting Edge: The story of the Beatles hairdresser" and Gary Backstrom, front man and founder of a band Jiggle the Handle. He's performed tribute shows for the likes of The Beatles, Paul...

10.22.2021

Janice Mitchell: My Ticket To Ride

Cha-Chi and David talk to author Janice Mitchell about her amazing book "My Ticket To Ride"

09.16.2021

My Beatles Story: Tom Hartman

Meet Tom Hartman, whose band the Aerovons was called the "American Beatles." Tom spent time recording an album at Abbey Road studios (then EMI). when the Beatles were there recording at the same time. He joins Cha-chi and David to...

08.27.2021

Too Much! Author David Stark's Beatles Memories

Cha-Chi and Prof. Gallant talk with David Stark, author of IT’S ALL TOO MUCH, a "unique memoir about growing up in north London during the 1960s as a dedicated Beatles fan David was lucky enough to meet his musical heroes on various memorable...

07.23.2021

My Beatles Story: Johnny A

Johnny A is beloved by many fans all over the world. He's a guitar player's guitar player. He's respected by so many musicians. He's performed with countless talents as a performer and a band leader. Cha-Chi and David hear his marvelous...

04.07.2021

Knowing Lennon: Aidan Prewett

Aidan Prewett is the author of several books, the newest called To Know John Lennon. He won the Victorian college of the arts best achievement in direction amongst other awards and honors. Get the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Know-John-Lennon-Intimate-Colleagues/dp/1895131553

12.22.2020

The Write Album: Beatles Scribes

Cha-Chi and David talk with music journalist Mark Brickley, author of Postcards From Liverpool, and Paul Ferrante, who penned 30 Minutes in Memphis: a Beatles Story.Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM Boston and...

12.17.2020

Chip Madinger's Lennonology

Cha-Chi and David chat with Chip Madinger, author of "LENNONOLOGY | Strange Days Indeed - A Scrapbook Of Madness." Get the book at: https://www.amazon.com/LENNONOLOGY-Strange-Days-Indeed-Scrapbook/dp/1631101749 Listen to Cha-Chi's Breakfast with The Beatles every Saturday morning 6am-8am on the WUMB Radio Network 91.9FM...

11.29.2020

Following the Fab Four

David and Cha-Chi land an interview with London-born Ivor Davis, who first came to America in the early 1960s and as a correspondent had occasion to hang out, travel with and get to know the Beatles. He is the author of...

11.03.2020

Paul Saltzman and the Beatles in India

Cha-Chi and David chat with filmmaker Paul Saltzman about his latest project, "The Beatles in India." Find more at https://thebeatlesinindia.com/

09.18.2020

Master of the Mop-Top

Cha-Chi and David are joined by special guest Stephanie LoPrete to interview legendary Beatles hairdresser Leslie Cavendish, author of "The Cutting Edge." To buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Cutting-Edge-Beatles-Hairdresser-Defined/dp/1846884314#:~:text=The%20Cutting%20Edge%3A%20The%20Story,9781846884313%3A%20Amazon.com%3A%20Books

08.21.2020

She Saw Them Standing There

Cha-Chi and David get back to the business of the Beatles with a fascinating talk with superfan and Emmy-Award-winning TV exec Debbie Gendler, who was in the audience when the Beatles made their national US television debut on the Ed...

03.07.2020

De Dee Benrey: For the Love Of Linda

Cha-Chi and David are joined by actress and activist De Dee Benrey, who appeared in "The Warriors" and spent time with Paul McCartney’s departed wife Linda. The discussion centers around Linda lore through the Beatles years — and why her...

02.04.2020

George: The Man and 'The Moon'

David and Cha-Chi talk with Alice Byrne, author of the Suffolk University play “Here Comes The Moon,” a tribute to George Harrison, and Liam Grimaldi, who plays the leading role. It’s this Friday @5PM at Suffolk’s Sullivan Theater. More info:https://www.facebook.com/events/536203363910123/...

12.20.2019

Fab Two: Beatles Authors Come Together

Cha-Chi and David are joined by Patti Gallo Stenman the author of "Diary Of A Beatlemaniac" and Candi Leonard, author of "Beatleness."

11.23.2019

Dan Shaughnessy Gets His Beatles On

Legendary Boston Globe sports scribe and Beatles nut Dan Shaughnessy joins Cha-Chi and David to talk Beates lyrics; his rememberances of the Fab Four and the poignant moment when his ailing daughter sought solace in the boys from Liverpool.

10.05.2019

Beatles Historian and Author Kenneth Womack

Cha-chi and Prof. David Gallant are joined by Prof. Steve Minichello to chat with Beatles historian Kenneth Womack. Womack is a world-renowned authority on the Beatles and author of a biography devoted to famed Beatles producer Sir George Martin.

08.17.2019

The Beatles at Suffolk Downs

Cha-Chi and David recall the Beatles' legendary concert at Suffolk Downs -- as told by witnesses to the show.

07.12.2019

Beatles Collectibles Expert Terry Crain

Terry Crain, author of "NEMS and the Business of Selling Beatles Merchandise in the U.S.," joins the show to talk about the vast and fascinating world of Fab 4 memorabilia.

05.31.2019

'Diary of a Beatlemaniac' Author Patricia Gallo-Stenman

Cha-Chi and David are joined by Worcester State University Professor Stephen Minichiello (who teaches a class on the Beatles) for a conversation with 'Diary of a Beatlemaniac' author Patricia Gallo-Stenman.

04.12.2019

Author Jude Southerland Kessler

Cha-chi and David chat with Jude Southerland Kessler, author of series of historical narrative biographies about John Lennon. Please share and subscribe!

02.28.2019

Remembering George

Cha-chi and David celebrate George Harrison's birthday by chatting with Candy Leonard, author of "Beatleness" and Robert Murray, who portrays George in the acclaimed Beatles tribute band Studio Two. Also the boys play along as "The Match Game" salutes Paul...

01.30.2019