Memphis Flash

Pilot Ron Strauss is the subject of a new book by author Sally Hoedel.  Ron flew the Lisa Marie airplane with Elvis on board for two years.  Hear great stories from Ron and Sally about Elvis as a boss in the air and on the ground.

While Graceland is the most famous of Elvis' homes, the first home he purchased on the cusp of his meteoric rise to fame was on Audobon Drive in Memphis.  Author Cindy Hazen purchased the home in 1998 and discovered some incredible memories of Elvis still inside.  We take you inside  1034 Audobon Drive.

We're not sure if Elvis fans George and Linda set an official record by seeing Elvis in concert 86 times...but they must rank right up there.   Hear their delightful stories of how they managed to catch so many shows and the special memories of their time spent with the King.

Author Sally Hoedel's book Destined to Die Young  is a groundbreaking narrative about the death of Elvis Presley.   Her extensive research reveals a story of survival rather than self destruction.  

Ronnie McDowell is a country music legend whose connections to Elvis, past and present, run deep.  

Brad and Mark talk with Alan Stoker, son of The Jordanaires' leader Gordon Stoker. Alan is co-author of the new book, " The Jordanaires,  The Story of the World's Greatest Backup Vocal Group" as told by Gordon Stoker with Michael Kosser and Alan Stoker.  Alan gives us new insight into their work with Elvis and tells great stories involving his father's famous vocal group.

Did you know that many Elvis recordings released in the UK  were different from U.S. releases? Our guest is Gordon Minto.  Gordon and his co-author John Townson have assembled an incredibly detailed and affordable e-book about Elvis' UK releases.  Gordon also shares great stories about his friendships with Elvis insiders.

In this episode we focus on Elvis Presley's 12th motion picture; It Happened at the World's Fair.  Mark and Brad interview Brad's parents who recall heading to the fair in 1962 to watch Elvis film on location in Seattle.  

With the release of an Elvis on Tour box set, Brad and Mark dive deep into all things Elvis on Tour: from performance paychecks to what Elvis demanded before he stepped on to the stage each night. 

You've seen the 2022 Elvis movie and now you're a new fan.  What's next?  Mark and Brad lead you to the original content that was mirrored in new motion picture "Elvis" along with  music and book recommendations to fuel your new burnin' love for the King of Rock & Roll.