Tiki Talk

On this episode of Ben Willis Tiki Talk, it started with the Missionaries, which led to the Muumuu, and ultimately to the Aloha Shirt - where it came from, what it meant, and why it raised a few eyebrows - then it takes a turn you probably won’t expect. If you like your rock history mixed with culture, irony, and just enough detail to make it interesting, this one’s worth the click. 

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Hot buttered rum has deep roots - from early America to island influence - before finding its way into Tiki culture. Ben traces the story right up to Trader Vic, whose version helped make Hot Buttered Rum a cold-weather classic behind the bamboo bar. He hints at the why, the when, and the who - but if you want the actual recipe, you’ll have to push play, plus check our page for visuals, MegaRockPA on Facebook.

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Ready to slip away to the islands without leaving Pennsylvania? This Friday, Ben Willis is uncovering something nautical, vintage, and surprisingly glassy - a piece of beachcomber treasure that would fit right in between your Tikis and your shrunken heads. He’s also opening the recipe book of Tiki legend Jeff Berry… and there’s a certain fisherman lurking in the playlist. Curious? Push play on the MegaRockPA App or listen on-demand at MegaRockPA.com. And for the full visual escape, visit MegaRockPA on Facebook to see exactly what Ben is talking about.

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

There’s a certain holiday creature lurking in Ben Willis’ Tiki vault… something carved, ceramic, and absolutely not meant for the faint of heart. Let’s just say this artifact holds more than just history - it can also hold… well, you'll have to tap the episode to find out. How did one unlikely legend crash the Tiki world? And why do true collectors grin the second they spot this one on the shelf?  Catch the newest drop of Tiki Talk: Artifact #9. And if you want to see this wild piece up close, the visuals are on our Facebook page at MegaRockPA.

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Ready to escape for a few minutes? In this week’s Tiki Talk, Ben Willis dives into the surprising history of how the pineapple became the ultimate symbol of Tiki culture - from hospitality to Hollywood to the heyday of the Tiki bars. And yes… Ben’s mixing up a tropical cocktail right inside a real pineapple shell. Sip along, learn a little, and get swept away to your own mini-vacation. Hit play now on the MegaRockPA App OR On Demand at MegaRocjkPA.com and join the Tiki Tribe!

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Dive into today’s Tiki Talk On Demand! Ben takes you into the world of mid-century Tiki traditions - the kind built for sharing, showing off, and maybe causing a little ruckus. He also shares a special piece of Tiki history from his own collection for some show-and-tell at MegaRockPA on Facebook. And yes… there’s a vintage recipe in the mix, but you’ll have to listen to find out what it is. 

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

This week on Tiki Talk, Ben Willis shares how you can easily turn a space into a personal paradise - with mood lighting, island décor, and a little DIY magic. From crafting your own tropical glow to mixing up the Starboard Light Cocktail, Ben’s got the blueprint for your next great escape.  Press play and sail away - paradise is just a vibe (and a light bulb) away! 

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Tiki Talk with Ben Willis - Halloween Edition! Ben talks Zombies and more!

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Today on Tiki Talk with Ben Willis: What really counts as Tiki décor? 🗿🌴 Ben dives in on this week’s Tiki Talk! Check out the Tiki visuals on our Facebook page MegaRockPA and see if your setup makes the cut. 

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com

Push play in case ya missed Tiki Talk today! Ben Willis talks about the history of the iconic Trader Vic's chain of Tiki bars and their many locations of yester years. 

Tiki Talk airs Friday afternoons around 2:45 PM Eastern during the Ben Willis show at MegaRockPA.com