A Nanaimo bar is a classic, no-bake Canadian dessert from Nanaimo, British Columbia, featuring three distinct layers: a chocolate, coconut, and graham cracker crumb base; a creamy, buttery custard filling; and a rich chocolate ganache topping. It's known for being very sweet and is often served in small squares, paired with coffee or tea.
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3:18pm
Candy-O'67:
Hey Todd and everyone! Just saw Wilco a couple weeks ago in New Orleans! Excellent show!
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3:20pm
Bruce S.:
what is Mick Jagger now,like 80?
3:20pm
Andrew in Toronto:
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Bruce S. @3:17
No kidding.
Did you ever see them live?
3:20pm
Van Winkle ;-):
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Listener Bop Monroe @3:16
Well...we do have a full range of cookies by a long established company called Dare... favourites...Viva Puffs & Whippets...
Not too keen on the Wagon Wheels or Bear Paws...
;-)
May West is a round dessert cake with creme filling. It was created in Canada, and continues to be particularly popular in the province of Quebec. It is currently made by Vachon Inc., a division of Canada Bread. It was originally called a "Mae West", after the eponymous movie star, but the spelling was changed in the 1980s.
The original crème filling was custard, but was replaced by a shortening-based vanilla creme close in taste and texture to the filling found in Twinkies.'
i like the package art!
and we DO get Whippets from Dare here!
3:23pm
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
Christina will be paying tribute to the birthday boy Bobby D tomorrow evening from 8-10 on these airwaves. Appointment radio!
3:25pm
ledzeppelinsucks:
Rolling Stones played King County Stadium October 15 1981, the show started at 3PM resulting in thousands skipping school
and work including me. The brand new Nancy Reagan led suburban fascists and recent hippies and disco ducks were outraged. One of the results was no concert in a City or County owned venue in Seattle could start before 7PM. From then on concert start times were 7:01PM on the tickets.
I can only imagine: over-priced garage 45s and a strawberry asparagus salad.
3:26pm
Andrew in Toronto:
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Bruce S. @3:24
I hear you.
Wonderful!
I saw them at Maple Leaf Gardens and then at Massey Hall here.
Both beyond amazing!
Dave is approachable on social media.
He is intl dog rescue!
3:27pm
Van Winkle ;-):
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ledzeppelinsucks @3:25
Disco Ducks?...that's a long ago...& thankfully much buried radio single memory...
I'm more than certain you'll give it your own spin on a Bob Dylan tribute.
3:27pm
Andrew in Toronto:
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Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:25
You must have worked with Cyril J. , haven`t you?
3:27pm
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Mick Jagger himself said that this was a better album than Sticky Fingers
3:27pm
ledzeppelinsucks:
The Wagon Wheel is a Canadian chocolate and cake disaster. My grandmother bought them at Woodward’s in Port Alberni in the 1970’s.
Yet they're very popular...same goes for ketchup chips. No thanks...
3:30pm
Rob:
Hey Todd! Great running into you last Sunday at 101. You missed an amazing Cult Goddess set.
3:30pm
Andrew in Toronto:
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Bruce S. @3:28
It`s true.
3:30pm
ledzeppelinsucks:
Dad from Philadelphia where Tasty Kakes were from. Mom from Port Alberni where Wagon Wheels were sold. Tasty Kakes win by millions of kilometers, I mean miles.
3:38pm
The Philly Dog:
Feeling right at home with this set!!! Thanks TOPT
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3:39pm
Listener Bop Monroe:
Candy and Suzanne Nelson were daughters of a minister in Port Richmond, New York and developed their singing in his church They and their friend Jeanette Johnson decided to form a girl group like so many teen girls of that day. Producer Jerry Ross had been in Philadelphia with Kenny Gamble and while at a record hop they saw some kids doing a new dance they called The 81 to a Martha and the Vandellas' song, "In My Lonely Room." The duo immediately made a sound-a-like dance tune called the The 81 and had Candy and the girls recorded it for release. Soon the single, peaked just outside the Top 50 on the charts.
3:39pm
Andrew in Toronto:
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The Philly Dog @3:38
Hi Philly Dog!
3:39pm
Van Winkle ;-):
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ledzeppelinsucks @3:30
I was in Port Alberni last summer for a couple of days. It's really a very nice place...but remains bear country somewhat...
They have one very classic old skool drive in that does a great cheeseburger & fries daily special..."no substitutions"!
Of course, as a town they unfortunately are in the line of tsunami danger whenever a big one strikes Alaska or pretty well all down the coast. So that's a genuine hazard to living there. 1964 being a really bad one.
3:41pm
ledzeppelinsucks:
The name of the company that takes the blame for Wagon Wheels is called Dare Foods. .- https://www.darefoods.com/brand/wagon-wheels/ -.
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3:41pm
The Spoony:
“Hey this sounds like Bruno Mars”—my niece just now.
3:41pm
Juan Rapido:
Hey folks I missed it, what is Mr. C's book?
wish we could be doing The 81 with The Geator down the shore this weekend!
3:44pm
ledzeppelinsucks:
I remember men hawking early Sunday editions of Philadelphia Enquirer and soft pretzels near Aramingo AVE and busy intersections in Kensington in the 1970s. 19025
Fantastic, nice work Van Winkle. I’m heading out soon to paint my neighbor’s front porch(she and her husband are in their 80’s so they need a lil help) and then after it’s volunteer cleanup in our public garden
A small (gas station purchased) pack of powdered mini donuts is a must for my road trips...to hell with the white powder over all the car upholstery & steering wheel!
;-)
Really enjoyed Joe's description of that first James Brown show "belt in the face" moment for him...
I'm sure many of us "music heads" have similar transformational anecdotes...
I know mine was a '77 Iggy show for his Idiot tour. It definitely created a huge pivot in my life's direction & outlook. Thankfully so!!!
Another very fine conversation TOPT.
...
The Jackson Five was my cut out from a magazine bedroom decor poster of choice when about 9 or 10. Bobby Sherman was a distant second.
;-)
That white powder all over your interior is gonna catch you a rap. I’ll send you some Tastykake lemon and apple pies. They only produce regular pie crust crumbs
Indeed...I do believe I first discovered Iggy & The Stooges via Creem magazine...
Still have a handful of copies including the one with Iggy on the cover swimming in vinyl.
...or maybe "open & uncynical" which was not surprising as for the most part...being pre-cableTV & internet times...we all accessed the same media sources.
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5:04pm
Hoboken Jack:
Hi Candy-o, Mflynn, Will, Christina! Todd I'm loving the interview and music, must now switch to car radio as I make my way back toward White Eagle!
5:05pm
Jay S.:
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Andrew in Toronto @4:57
Hi! (Do we know each other?)
5:05pm
Van Winkle ;-):
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The Philly Dog @5:03
I did the same! Small ad in the back of the magazine...sent off an "international money order" as it was a "bootleg"...trusting it would arrive...and in a couple of weeks it did!
No tracking # required.
;-)
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Song:
"I Never Meant To Hurt You" by "Laura Nyro"
Heavens.
5:11pm
florida:
Frank"s Soda hunting park avenue
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5:11pm
Bruce S.:
Great Interview Todd, another Todd o phonic Triumph,I haven't heard anyone talk about Music in such a heart felt way in a long time, thanks Todd, You have done it ....Again
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5:11pm
Listener Bop Monroe:
Creem, Weekly World News and the VV + Soho Weekly News.
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5:12pm
Caspar:
Really enjoyed your show today, any idea where to get Joe's Book ?
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5:19pm
rx "rexy" scabin:
Thank you, Todd and Everyone. Please have a safe and pleasant weekend.
5:23pm
Van Winkle ;-):
I'll never forget my first visit to San Francisco in late '78 & arriving on Polk Street on a warm Saturday afternoon...what an eye-opening experience...in a good way!
5:25pm
Patolds:
Todd, what is your go to Philly taproom? cheesesteak place? I know these can be monotonous questions (especially cheesesteak, pizza), but I’m genuinely interested. I try to get to Philly a few times a year from NYC
5:27pm
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
Oscar's Tavern on Sansone St. is a good cheesesteak/taproom combo although I'll warn you that if you order a cheesesteak their special is they give you an extra half of a cheesesteak! Great food abounds at Reading Terminal Market. In terms of a bar with no food, The Friendly Lounge is a very interesting place. There are a lot of good joints though!
5:27pm
florida:
taproom , extremely funny u sure ur not from philly
5:29pm
The Philly Dog:
For cheesesteaks you can’t go wrong with Angelo’s, John’s Roast Pork or Del Rossi’s. All top notch
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5:31pm
Christina Ginger:
Kurt Vile is going be in Philly handing out vegan cheesteaks to celebrate his new album
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5:31pm
Bruce S.:
why dosen't WFMU set up weekend excursions (if i can still use that word) to Philly and Boston and down the Jersy Shore,I don't know if you would raise any money that way but it might be fun and memorable
Thanks, Oscar’s it is. You are correct about the Reading Terminal, used to go to lunch there when working in the convention center. I forgot about the Friendly Lounge, I heard you and Joe Belock reference it before. Gotta go there too, being a saloonatic and all
I was born in North Philly, raised in South Jersey. My grandfather was a vendor, ran his business on Broad and Parish. I would go on his route as a boy, helping him with his pinball, shuffle alley, cig machines, etc. So, I was in every bar before I was seven. I stand a chance.
…“I didn’t stand a chance”. Not good odds for sobriety. Just kidding, it was a good experience though
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5:45pm
Bruce S.:
Todd, ending the show with a blast! great set
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5:45pm
chris_in_space:
Another amazing show. Thanks @Todd and @MrC!
5:47pm
Van Winkle ;-):
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florida @5:34
Separate entrances for men vs ladies w/escorts were still somewhat of a thing for decades in B.C....and most of those "establishments" (that are still around) never removed those vintage signs from outside.
True pubs/tap rooms/beer parlours are unfortunately mostly a thing of the past in our city...especially when many folk in current times prefer indoor screen pursuits over get outdoors & meet-up w/ others...like we did more in the past.
Rents & overheads are also so high...so unfortunately not very many places can await the supposed turnaround towards the younger folks changing their ways to bring in that much needed foot traffic.
5:47pm
florida:
always will remember my friend complainin that he was born too late for the 70's
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5:48pm
Listener Bop Monroe:
chilly out so windows closed.
apt filling with smell of teriyaki rice with added shredded chicken and scallions.
Love this song. I've never quite understood its lyrics...but that matters little to my enjoyment of the song.
5:53pm
Andrew in Toronto:
Great show!
Todd, thanks!
5:53pm
greg g:
Yes this sounds real good. Parquet Courts: a great new band! But then again , not so new but a real good one! Thanks Todd for all the tunes and cool talk with Mr. C! Hope everyone has and can enjoy a long weekend , take care.
5:56pm
Andres:
Solid picks and interview! Thanks, Todd!
5:57pm
Patolds:
BTW, Recently I’ve traveled from NY Penn to Philly 30th Street Station on Amtrak for $32 round trip. It was booked 30 days in advance. The trains are called the Keystone and the Pennsylvanian. One terminates in Harrisburg and the other in Pittsburgh, as opposed to DC and south. Arrived in Philly before noon, and left at 10pm the same day. Amtrak was cheaper than the NJ Transit/Septa trip and is an 1:30 faster. And thanks all for the Philly recommendations
5:57pm
Van Winkle ;-):
Oh no...our 180 minutes in the green party zone are up!?! Where does the time go?
Thanks as always TOPT!!! Another fine, fine, fine show!
5:59pm
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
Thanks for listening everyone, much appreciated. Back next week with Mod Lang and Black Mambas! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
Listener comments!
: came for the paradise, stayed for the PStyle!
DanFA: It's Always Sunny In WFMU
Listener Bop Monroe: Krimpets!
Joe B: Boss Groover!
rx "rexy" scabin: Good afternoon, Todd and Everyone.
Van Winkle ;-): Summertime kickoff greetings TOPT et al from above the 49th!!!
Bruce S.: Memorial Day Blast with TopT
Cooh John: Hello Todd-o-ohonic Todd and Todd-o-philes. 💥💥💥
Frank from Bedminster: The favorite time of my week 3PM Saturday - always the best, Todd!
Andrew in Toronto: Hi Todd, and all others!
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Joe B @3:02
Hi, Joe B!Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Frank from Bedminster @3:04
Hi there, Frank!Scott from Boston: Whoober goober
With the green teeth!
Listener Bop Monroe: greetings from totally washed out Tannersville DJ TOPT and all.
only ran into Tastykakes outside of NY State.
hostess and drakes (bimbo) has their territory firmly entrenched.
Listener Bop Monroe: so Doug Sahm! go Nick!!
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Scott from Boston @3:06
Scott,Woofa goofa!!!
Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "Half A Boy And Half A Man" by "Nick Lowe and His ...
Yeah Nick Lowe!Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Half A Boy And Half A Man" by "Nick Lowe and His ...
Oh yeah...now we're dancin'!!!\(๑╹◡╹๑)ﾉ♬
Cooh John: Gather 'round kids and listen to Todd and the music we grew up on that played on the radio. 📻
Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ Song: "Hard Drivin' Man" by "The J. Geils Band"
wabba gabba gooba looba!!Todd-o-phonic Todd: Good afternoon Lovers Of Good Music! Joe McEwen aka Mr. C joins me later to discuss his hep new book!
Listener Bop Monroe: great first set so far sir! thank you.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:09
Great news!Scott from Boston: Hey Andrew!! What was that chicks with the long hair name? Reputa???
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Scott from Boston @3:11
Which babe?Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Scott from Boston @3:11
His attempt at Rapunzel!Ken From Hyde Park: 3:00 PM Saturdays on WFMU, where Todd plays good music and speaks truth to pow-pow-power!
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Killing Time In Union Square" by "Young Fresh Fel...
Such a great new song! I caught them live last month & they were so excellent!!!Listener Bop Monroe: way cool.
what snack cakes are available above the 49th...?
Ken From Hyde Park:
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:13
There must be some kind of bakery product called Hockey Pucks up there.Hoboken Jack: Hello TOPT, Joe, HP Ken, Andrew, everybody!
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:12
Have you got a favorite Kink`s album?Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "I'll Remember" by "The Kinks"
Face to Face sounds better and better as the years go byVan Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:13
Well...being originally from Montreal I'd have to go with the Mae West!But...being a west coaster these days I'm just as partial to Nanaimo bars!
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Hoboken Jack @3:14
Hi there, Hoboken!Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Bruce S. @3:15
Yes!Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:14
Depends on my mood, but Face To Face, Kontroversy and Something Else probably my top 3, with Village Green Preservation Society close.Ken From Hyde Park:
↳ Hoboken Jack @3:14
<Don Rickles voice> "Ya hockey puck!"Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ Ken From Hyde Park @3:14
does anyone still have 'Rock & Roll Stage Planks'?they were frosted gingerbread fingers
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:16
Agree.Thanks.
Bruce S.:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:14
But I would say Soap Opera is my Sentimental FavoriteVan Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Box Full Of Letters" by "Wilco"
Another huge "make us smile" tune... you're really working for your pay today TOPT!!!;-)
Scott from Boston: Wilco!!! we fans feel we just have to shout this out when we hear them
Andrew in Toronto: No kidding.
Did you ever see them live?
Listener Bop Monroe: OMG this sounds Ab Fab!!!
A Nanaimo bar is a classic, no-bake Canadian dessert from Nanaimo, British Columbia, featuring three distinct layers: a chocolate, coconut, and graham cracker crumb base; a creamy, buttery custard filling; and a rich chocolate ganache topping. It's known for being very sweet and is often served in small squares, paired with coffee or tea.
Candy-O'67: Hey Todd and everyone! Just saw Wilco a couple weeks ago in New Orleans! Excellent show!
Jack McGuire:
↳ Song: "Box Full Of Letters" by "Wilco"
AM's a fine slab.Frank from Bedminster: These rolling stones fellas may just last.....
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Candy-O'67 @3:18
Let`s go, Candy-O!Candy-O'67:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:20
Hi Andrew!Christina Ginger: Hi everyone!
Bruce S.: what is Mick Jagger now,like 80?
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Bruce S. @3:17
No kidding.Did you ever see them live?
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:16
Well...we do have a full range of cookies by a long established company called Dare... favourites...Viva Puffs & Whippets...Not too keen on the Wagon Wheels or Bear Paws...
;-)
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Bruce S. @3:20
He might be 82.Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Christina Ginger @3:20
Hi, Christina!MFlynn:
↳ Song: "In The Stars" by "The Rolling Stones"
They sound pretty good don’t they?Listener Bop Monroe: ok, i never ran into these either:
May West is a round dessert cake with creme filling. It was created in Canada, and continues to be particularly popular in the province of Quebec. It is currently made by Vachon Inc., a division of Canada Bread. It was originally called a "Mae West", after the eponymous movie star, but the spelling was changed in the 1980s.
The original crème filling was custard, but was replaced by a shortening-based vanilla creme close in taste and texture to the filling found in Twinkies.'
i like the package art!
and we DO get Whippets from Dare here!
Todd-o-phonic Todd: Christina will be paying tribute to the birthday boy Bobby D tomorrow evening from 8-10 on these airwaves. Appointment radio!
Christina Ginger:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:21
Hey hey!DanFA:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:23
Is she doing this of her own free will or condition of being on the mothership?Steve Harsh: Killer set TOPT!!!
Christina Ginger:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:23
Thanks for being my PR ManMFlynn:
↳ Song: "Yesterday's Numbers" by "Flamin' Groovies"
Rockin Roy!Ken From Hyde Park:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:23
Oh, yes. Filling in for Suzy Hotrod. Yay!Bruce S.:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:20
yes I saw them twice once outdoors in central park and once later at the Beacon Theatre,both excellent shows I'm not sure of the yearsListener Bop Monroe: i'm guessing Tastykakes is going to loom large come interview time.
Christina Ginger:
↳ DanFA @3:24
Of my own free will. Don’t worry, it’s good.Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:22
I'm still working on my fruity breakfast platter & hot tea...my Dare Hot Wheels cookies will be for hour 3!Andrew in Toronto: I will check your show tomorrow!
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Christina Ginger @3:24
You haven't seen my invoice yet.ledzeppelinsucks: Rolling Stones played King County Stadium October 15 1981, the show started at 3PM resulting in thousands skipping school
and work including me. The brand new Nancy Reagan led suburban fascists and recent hippies and disco ducks were outraged. One of the results was no concert in a City or County owned venue in Seattle could start before 7PM. From then on concert start times were 7:01PM on the tickets.
Christina Ginger:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:24
Awesome!Listener Bop Monroe: sounds like a plan!
;-)
Christina Ginger:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:25
I can only imagine: over-priced garage 45s and a strawberry asparagus salad.Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Bruce S. @3:24
I hear you.Wonderful!
I saw them at Maple Leaf Gardens and then at Massey Hall here.
Both beyond amazing!
Dave is approachable on social media.
He is intl dog rescue!
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ ledzeppelinsucks @3:25
Disco Ducks?...that's a long ago...& thankfully much buried radio single memory...The Philly Dog:
↳ Song: "Yesterday's Numbers" by "Flamin' Groovies"
Thanks for the Groovies and the killer show!DanFA:
↳ Christina Ginger @3:24
I'm more than certain you'll give it your own spin on a Bob Dylan tribute.Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:25
You must have worked with Cyril J. , haven`t you??: Mick Jagger himself said that this was a better album than Sticky Fingers
ledzeppelinsucks: The Wagon Wheel is a Canadian chocolate and cake disaster. My grandmother bought them at Woodward’s in Port Alberni in the 1970’s.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ The Philly Dog @3:27
Yes, Philly Dog!Go Groovies!
Bruce S.:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:26
Dave played all the Guitars on their early hits not Jimmy Page,Dave is the most underrated guitarist in RockWill thee SG OCNY: Bring it back
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ ledzeppelinsucks @3:27
Yet they're very popular...same goes for ketchup chips. No thanks...Rob: Hey Todd! Great running into you last Sunday at 101. You missed an amazing Cult Goddess set.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Bruce S. @3:28
It`s true.ledzeppelinsucks: Dad from Philadelphia where Tasty Kakes were from. Mom from Port Alberni where Wagon Wheels were sold. Tasty Kakes win by millions of kilometers, I mean miles.
Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @3:24
time for toast and tea with Alanna Grrl.ah! Wagon Wheels are Scooter Pies.
the jelly is adventurous.
Listener Jumpy in Brooklyn: I think Todd propelled Bob Spitz to the bestseller list. Mr. C is next...
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ ledzeppelinsucks @3:30
Don't you mean better by kms?;-)
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Listener Jumpy in Brooklyn @3:31
"The Toddophonic Bump" as coined by Joe Belock.florida: Steel Pier . saturdays
Frank from Bedminster: Just finished the Bob Spitz book this week, got a feeling Mr C's book will be on my list soon....
Candy-O'67:
↳ Song: "The 81" by "Candy and The Kisses"
Why thank you, Todd!🤗💋The Philly Dog: Feeling right at home with this set!!! Thanks TOPT
Listener Bop Monroe: Candy and Suzanne Nelson were daughters of a minister in Port Richmond, New York and developed their singing in his church They and their friend Jeanette Johnson decided to form a girl group like so many teen girls of that day. Producer Jerry Ross had been in Philadelphia with Kenny Gamble and while at a record hop they saw some kids doing a new dance they called The 81 to a Martha and the Vandellas' song, "In My Lonely Room." The duo immediately made a sound-a-like dance tune called the The 81 and had Candy and the girls recorded it for release. Soon the single, peaked just outside the Top 50 on the charts.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ The Philly Dog @3:38
Hi Philly Dog!Van Winkle ;-):
↳ ledzeppelinsucks @3:30
I was in Port Alberni last summer for a couple of days. It's really a very nice place...but remains bear country somewhat...They have one very classic old skool drive in that does a great cheeseburger & fries daily special..."no substitutions"!
Of course, as a town they unfortunately are in the line of tsunami danger whenever a big one strikes Alaska or pretty well all down the coast. So that's a genuine hazard to living there. 1964 being a really bad one.
Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "S.Y.S.L.J.F.M. (The Letter Song)" by "Joe Tex"
Oh man,this is great ToddChili MacPagoda: I could listen to an entire show of Joe Tex songs 🔥
steveo:
↳ ledzeppelinsucks @3:30
but what about cold "soft" pretzels in a grocery store shopping cart???The Philly Dog: Hey Andrew!
Listener Bop Monroe: so beautiful.
so deadly...
mmmm... cheeseburger...
ledzeppelinsucks: The name of the company that takes the blame for Wagon Wheels is called Dare Foods. .- https://www.darefoods.com/brand/wagon-wheels/ -.
The Spoony: “Hey this sounds like Bruno Mars”—my niece just now.
Juan Rapido: Hey folks I missed it, what is Mr. C's book?
Bruce S.:
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:41
and so silentVan Winkle ;-):
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:39
Hi Chili! All Saturday chores completed ealy at my end!Todd-o-phonic Todd: Pictured on this page. "Tastykakes, Soul Songs & Shining Stars" (as by Joe McEwen).
florida: yep , miss cheesesteaks down here was up there 2 weeks ago , Todd WDAS
Joe B:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:32
"The Toddophonic Bump" got William bell a Grammy!Joe B:
↳ Song: "The 81" by "Candy and The Kisses"
wish we could be doing The 81 with The Geator down the shore this weekend!ledzeppelinsucks: I remember men hawking early Sunday editions of Philadelphia Enquirer and soft pretzels near Aramingo AVE and busy intersections in Kensington in the 1970s. 19025
Ken From Hyde Park:
↳ Juan Rapido @3:41
This is the book: www.zebooks.com...Hubig Pie:
↳ Song: "Summertime" by "Billy Stewart"
Oh, this gonna be good.Lotsa rubber lips.
Chili MacPagoda:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @3:42
Fantastic, nice work Van Winkle. I’m heading out soon to paint my neighbor’s front porch(she and her husband are in their 80’s so they need a lil help) and then after it’s volunteer cleanup in our public gardenWill thee SG OCNY: BTW, Hi Todd-o-Phonic Todd and all!!!
Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ Bruce S. @3:42
run silent run deepChristina Ginger: SO GOOD!
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:45
Wow...you are a good neighbor!!!Don't forget to carry your Bluetooth speaker!
Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "Summertime" by "Billy Stewart"
I wish I could say I saw a Show at the Nixon TheatreChili MacPagoda:
↳ Will thee SG OCNY @3:45
Heya Will!Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:46
Hi there, Chili!Will thee SG OCNY:
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:46
Hiya Chili 🌶️ MacPagoda! Hope all is good with you!Chili MacPagoda:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @3:46
Ha you read my mind - the bluetooth earbuds are charging right now ;-)Listener Bop Monroe: Good on ya Chili!
Bruce S.: haha good one Todd
Chili MacPagoda:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:47
Heya Andrew!Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:47
You are a great neighbor!Chili MacPagoda:
↳ Song: "Mercy, Mercy" by "Don Covay & The Goodtimers"
Such a groove, damn 🔥Joe B: surface noise special!
Bruce S.: I used to love tastycakes Butterscoth krimpets and their cupcakes were fantastic too
Chili MacPagoda:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @3:49
Trying! Things are so rough right now, we gotta stick together. It’s a priority for sure 🙏Bruce S.: I think they had a good honey bun type thing that was good too
Karl:
↳ Song: "Mercy, Mercy" by "Don Covay & The Goodtimers"
Jimi Hendrix on guitar, but y’all knew thatListener Bop Monroe:
↳ Bruce S. @3:50
loved those.the taste of road trips
rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Song: "Mercy, Mercy" by "Don Covay & The Goodtimers"
Wow.Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Chili MacPagoda @3:50
No kidding.I walk and babysit dogs since I am retired from the record business.
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Spanish Stroll" by "Mink Deville"
This was such a favourite song in my summer of '77....Listener Bop Monroe: didn't know that Karl. thnx!
Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ Song: "Spanish Stroll" by "Mink Deville"
yes!Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Candy-O'67 @3:37
Mink DeVille never gets old.Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @3:52
A small (gas station purchased) pack of powdered mini donuts is a must for my road trips...to hell with the white powder over all the car upholstery & steering wheel!;-)
Listener Bop Monroe: it's 'well loved' vinyl
Bruce S.: My Grandmother called him Joey Bishitz Childhood Memories
DonJuanTijuana: RIP John Rocket Scientist Kiossus
florida: mothership has taken off to the otherside
Listener Jumpy in Brooklyn: The Hound! He got Clarence Carter a hit...
Listener Bop Monroe: exactly. and l'il choco donuts. still to this day.
;-)
florida: west philly
Bruce S.: It's interesting that Micheal Jackson was close friends with Brooke Shields, they may have had similar experiences
Listener Bop Monroe: *softly*
"Yes."
rx "rexy" scabin: Interesting.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @3:42
Astounding interview, Todd!Listener Bop Monroe: one of my favorite periods, post-motown, pre-disco.
great interview so far!
Juan Rapido:
↳ Ken From Hyde Park @3:44
Thanks Ken from Hyde Park! Just ordered a copy!Bruce S.: the soul Sound of the Early 70s
Listener Bop Monroe: 420 somewhere. awoken and bokin'.
J5!!!
\m/,
Audrey from Colombia:
↳ Song: "I Want You Back" by "Jackson Five"
I want MJ backListener Bop Monroe: gotta seperate the art from the artist unfortunately past a certain age. yes tragic.
Monica: Fantastic interview, Todd! Very thoughtful and well presented.
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Monica @4:22
Thanks Monica!Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "I Want You Back" by "Jackson Five"
Really enjoyed Joe's description of that first James Brown show "belt in the face" moment for him...I'm sure many of us "music heads" have similar transformational anecdotes...
I know mine was a '77 Iggy show for his Idiot tour. It definitely created a huge pivot in my life's direction & outlook. Thankfully so!!!
Another very fine conversation TOPT.
...
The Jackson Five was my cut out from a magazine bedroom decor poster of choice when about 9 or 10. Bobby Sherman was a distant second.
;-)
Patolds:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @3:56
That white powder all over your interior is gonna catch you a rap. I’ll send you some Tastykake lemon and apple pies. They only produce regular pie crust crumbsAndrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @4:25
Incredible!chris_in_space:
↳ Song: "Rainbow '65 Part 1" by "Gene Chandler"
That's the voice that asks me to bring a warm round of applause to welcome the world's greatest blue singer, the king of the blues...rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Song: "I Want You Back" by "Jackson Five"
Leroy. My friend.slim: Damn this hot thank u
Ken From Hyde Park:
↳ Song: "La-La Means I Love You" by "The Delfonics"
This sometimes wakes me up at night when I hear it on DJ Time Traveler's show. Haha.Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Patolds @4:25
Thanks for the kind offer...but above the 49th were pretty well sticking with baked goods of Canadian origin...for the time being at least.;-)
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @4:25
Is Pt. 2 this week?Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @4:31
Yes, right after this set.Patolds:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @4:31
Sounds goodWill thee SG OCNY: Such a rad set
rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Song: "Soul Sister" by "Allen Toussaint"
What year was this?rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Will thee SG OCNY @4:35
Very lazy.Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ rx "rexy" scabin @4:35
1972Patolds:
↳ rx "rexy" scabin @4:35
“Soul Sister”, by Allen Toussant, is there a Philly connection? Produced in Philly?rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @4:36
Thank you.The Philly Dog:
↳ Song: "Belle" by "Al Green"
Such a beautiful song and albumAndrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @4:32
Thanks.Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Patolds @4:40
No, but there is a profile of Allen in Joe's book.Patolds: Gotcha, thanks
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Your Precious Love" by "Linda Jones"
Wow..what a voice...& as I just read...gone far too young at 27...as a result of complications from diabetes.Thanks for the intro TOPT.
Peter from Saranac Lake NY: Been lurking, as usual, during your show, ToPT. This whole dang set brings me back to my childhood. Thank you.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Peter from Saranac Lake NY @4:43
Hi there, Peter.Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "Belle" by "Al Green"
Wow Al Green had such a smooth uniqque sound that still sounds greatListener Bop Monroe: la la lal la live for todaaaayyy
Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "I Count The Tears" by "The Drifters"
I remember hearing this on the radio when I was about 4 years oldSteve Harsh: The Grass Roots approve this hook
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @4:44
Yes...and this one is from 1962 apparently...so who influenced who?Denny Diken: I heard that! great show1
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Steve Harsh @4:46
Fortunately...in life...we don't always have to "pick sides"...& can enjoy both songs!Listener Bop Monroe: yes, loved it all, was exciting to hear this stuff on the radio as it came out.
77 WABC AM
Steve Harsh:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @4:50
100% that's the beauty of itJay S.: Tastykakes used to be great! (accent on USED TO)
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Jay S. @4:55
Hi, Jay S.!Listener Bop Monroe: boy howdy
Bruce S.: I don't know if innocent is quite the right word, maybe naive would be better
The Philly Dog:
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @4:57
America’s only rock & roll magazinerx "rexy" scabin: Pane?
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @4:57
Indeed...I do believe I first discovered Iggy & The Stooges via Creem magazine...Still have a handful of copies including the one with Iggy on the cover swimming in vinyl.
Listener Bop Monroe:
↳ The Philly Dog @5:00
ah, got the reference!always wanted that Creem happy bottle t-shirt.
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Bruce S. @4:59
...or maybe "open & uncynical" which was not surprising as for the most part...being pre-cableTV & internet times...we all accessed the same media sources.The Philly Dog:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @5:00
Same, I remember reading the Metallic KO review in Creem and immediately mail ordering itListener Bop Monroe:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @5:00
yes! lost all my copies post-college. good times.Hoboken Jack: Hi Candy-o, Mflynn, Will, Christina! Todd I'm loving the interview and music, must now switch to car radio as I make my way back toward White Eagle!
Jay S.:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @4:57
Hi! (Do we know each other?)Van Winkle ;-):
↳ The Philly Dog @5:03
I did the same! Small ad in the back of the magazine...sent off an "international money order" as it was a "bootleg"...trusting it would arrive...and in a couple of weeks it did!No tracking # required.
;-)
Listener Bop Monroe: Vanilla Bean!
P-90: those Motown arrangements and production really ARE that sophisticated
The Philly Dog:
↳ Van Winkle ;-) @5:05
Yep we did the same! Just had to make sure my parents didn’t hear side 2!!Steve Harsh:
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @5:04
Creem was my bible. Copies lost to the winds....Van Winkle ;-):
↳ The Philly Dog @5:08
We lived in an apt...so fortunately had a set of not bad headphones for any of the trickier releases from that early punk era...;-)
Listener Bop Monroe: the Philly Sound AND Pat's Steaks.
whats not to like?
great interview Mr McEwan and ToPT!
rx "rexy" scabin:
↳ Song: "I Never Meant To Hurt You" by "Laura Nyro"
Heavens.florida: Frank"s Soda hunting park avenue
Bruce S.: Great Interview Todd, another Todd o phonic Triumph,I haven't heard anyone talk about Music in such a heart felt way in a long time, thanks Todd, You have done it ....Again
Listener Bop Monroe: Creem, Weekly World News and the VV + Soho Weekly News.
Caspar: Really enjoyed your show today, any idea where to get Joe's Book ?
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Caspar @5:12
All "fine" booksellers... hopefully!Caspar: Joe McEwan TastyKakes etc.
Andrew in Toronto:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @4:41
This it THE cut on the album!!!Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ Caspar @5:12
I don't know how to cut and paste on this computer but the first site that popped up when I looked was Rizzolibookstore.comflorida: Ed Sciaky played Bruce cause ya had to know
Listener Bop Monroe: and if we blow this one, they ain't gonna be looking for just me this tiiiime...
Van Winkle ;-): Softcover is:
ISBN 13: 9798988670124
Maybe also get your local library to order in a copy...the "kids" need to really read this one!
The Philly Dog:
↳ Steve Harsh @5:09
Same! Very formative stuff. I’ve been re-reading the 70s issues and they’re every bit as good as I remembered themJohn wesley Coleman: Super cool
John L:
↳ Song: "Friends In Misery" by "John Andrews & The Yawns"
Funny. Someone just asked me who was playing at Tubby's, in Kingston, tonight and here they are.Patolds: What a great interview. Commenter Bruce S is correct, was heartfelt. That book is right in my wheelhouse, you made a sale.
Christina Ginger: Yes!!!! White Fence!
rx "rexy" scabin: Thank you, Todd and Everyone. Please have a safe and pleasant weekend.
Van Winkle ;-): I'll never forget my first visit to San Francisco in late '78 & arriving on Polk Street on a warm Saturday afternoon...what an eye-opening experience...in a good way!
Patolds: Todd, what is your go to Philly taproom? cheesesteak place? I know these can be monotonous questions (especially cheesesteak, pizza), but I’m genuinely interested. I try to get to Philly a few times a year from NYC
Todd-o-phonic Todd: Oscar's Tavern on Sansone St. is a good cheesesteak/taproom combo although I'll warn you that if you order a cheesesteak their special is they give you an extra half of a cheesesteak! Great food abounds at Reading Terminal Market. In terms of a bar with no food, The Friendly Lounge is a very interesting place. There are a lot of good joints though!
florida: taproom , extremely funny u sure ur not from philly
The Philly Dog: For cheesesteaks you can’t go wrong with Angelo’s, John’s Roast Pork or Del Rossi’s. All top notch
Todd-o-phonic Todd:
↳ The Philly Dog @5:29
Or Chick's Deli on the Jersey side!Christina Ginger: Kurt Vile is going be in Philly handing out vegan cheesteaks to celebrate his new album
Bruce S.: why dosen't WFMU set up weekend excursions (if i can still use that word) to Philly and Boston and down the Jersy Shore,I don't know if you would raise any money that way but it might be fun and memorable
The Philly Dog:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @5:30
Agreed!Sufferwords: Cale- bravo bravo!
Christina Ginger: www.instagram.com...
florida: my grand mom had a tap room in philly complete with a seperate entrance for women
Patolds:
↳ Todd-o-phonic Todd @5:27
Thanks, Oscar’s it is. You are correct about the Reading Terminal, used to go to lunch there when working in the convention center. I forgot about the Friendly Lounge, I heard you and Joe Belock reference it before. Gotta go there too, being a saloonatic and allBruce S.:
↳ Christina Ginger @5:31
I imagine a Vegan Cheesestake as something I don't want to imagineChristina Ginger:
↳ Bruce S. @5:35
Well, if it lets me have an cheesesteak, I’m all for it.Van Winkle ;-):
↳ Bruce S. @5:35
Just stick w/ the fries & onion rings...They're vegan too.
;-)
Patolds:
↳ florida @5:27
I was born in North Philly, raised in South Jersey. My grandfather was a vendor, ran his business on Broad and Parish. I would go on his route as a boy, helping him with his pinball, shuffle alley, cig machines, etc. So, I was in every bar before I was seven. I stand a chance.Listener Bop Monroe: i'll go for the vegan cheesecake
florida: main point had alot of concerts broadcast on wmmr , heard them
Patolds:
↳ Patolds @5:41
…“I didn’t stand a chance”. Not good odds for sobriety. Just kidding, it was a good experience thoughBruce S.: Todd, ending the show with a blast! great set
chris_in_space: Another amazing show. Thanks @Todd and @MrC!
Van Winkle ;-):
↳ florida @5:34
Separate entrances for men vs ladies w/escorts were still somewhat of a thing for decades in B.C....and most of those "establishments" (that are still around) never removed those vintage signs from outside.True pubs/tap rooms/beer parlours are unfortunately mostly a thing of the past in our city...especially when many folk in current times prefer indoor screen pursuits over get outdoors & meet-up w/ others...like we did more in the past.
Rents & overheads are also so high...so unfortunately not very many places can await the supposed turnaround towards the younger folks changing their ways to bring in that much needed foot traffic.
florida: always will remember my friend complainin that he was born too late for the 70's
Listener Bop Monroe: chilly out so windows closed.
apt filling with smell of teriyaki rice with added shredded chicken and scallions.
great sets. thank you ToPT!
Bruce S.:
↳ Song: "Slide Machine" by "Parquet Courts"
I love this version of a great songBruce S.:
↳ Listener Bop Monroe @5:48
You makin me hungry, dinner time approchethVan Winkle ;-):
↳ Song: "Slide Machine" by "Parquet Courts"
Love this song. I've never quite understood its lyrics...but that matters little to my enjoyment of the song.Andrew in Toronto: Great show!
Todd, thanks!
greg g: Yes this sounds real good. Parquet Courts: a great new band! But then again , not so new but a real good one! Thanks Todd for all the tunes and cool talk with Mr. C! Hope everyone has and can enjoy a long weekend , take care.
Andres: Solid picks and interview! Thanks, Todd!
Listener Bop Monroe: there's a place at the table for everyone!
this was a fun and informative show. great interview!
those were the artists, times and music that shaped who i am and still hoped to be.
The Philly Dog: Great interview and show, all hail TOPT!
Bruce S.: Great show today Todd,it seemed to compliment the weather,Thanks
And Thanks All, Have a great weekend
Listener Bop Monroe: B good, B safe and B here next week!
Joe B: great show!
Ken From Hyde Park: Thanks, Todd. Good luck with the book, Mr. C!
Patolds: BTW, Recently I’ve traveled from NY Penn to Philly 30th Street Station on Amtrak for $32 round trip. It was booked 30 days in advance. The trains are called the Keystone and the Pennsylvanian. One terminates in Harrisburg and the other in Pittsburgh, as opposed to DC and south. Arrived in Philly before noon, and left at 10pm the same day. Amtrak was cheaper than the NJ Transit/Septa trip and is an 1:30 faster. And thanks all for the Philly recommendations
Frank from Bedminster: Enjoy the rest of your weekend Todd and everyone.
Van Winkle ;-): Oh no...our 180 minutes in the green party zone are up!?! Where does the time go?
Thanks as always TOPT!!! Another fine, fine, fine show!
Listener Bop Monroe: And sha la la la la live for today.
Todd-o-phonic Todd: Thanks for listening everyone, much appreciated. Back next week with Mod Lang and Black Mambas! Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
Peter from Saranac Lake NY:
↳ Andrew in Toronto @4:44
Hello, Andrew in Toronto! I went off to practice after commenting