This past year was the 40th anniversary of one of the most iconic songs in the history of music as well as the debut album of the legendary singer, Phil Collins! On the 150th episode, Aric Lemieux (DJ 911) and I review "Face Value" track by track and how it would've held up today. Plus, don't forget to check out Aric's new gaming channel over at twitch.tv/withenay

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Phil Collins Face Value at 40

One of the greatest rock bands, "The Smashing Pumpkins", had arguably their best years of music in this era of grunge, hip hop, and alternative supremacy. Returning is the Rock & Roll Encyclopedia himself, Carl Coleman, to break down the hits from their albums "Gish," "Siamese Dream," and "Mellon Collie & The Infinite Sadness." Also, what went into those unique music videos they had for these songs, their offstage struggles, and why we think those were the best years of the group?

Smashing Pumpkins 1991-96

Fall Begins and I have a lot on my mind with game shows, football and the sounds of nature coming to you from Black Rock Park in Thomaston, CT. Also, I let you in on what I have in store from livestreams to what's coming up later this year. Don't forget to follow #absolutetalkpodcast and the major podcast platforms for past and future episodes.

EPISODE 148 - Fall Begins!

We open up the yearbook again, this time with former Wilby High School (and current Wolcott H.S. teacher) Isabel Nunes-Siraco. She and I share our favorite memories from the good old days two decades ago as well as how she got her start teaching. Plus, what was life like growing up and how it made her into the person she is today, even at the age of "29"...sort of?

OPENING UP THE YEARBOOK! With Isabel Nunes-Siraco

Changing things up this week as singer-songwriter, Ben Grosscup, joins the podcast to shares his takes on all the news happenings in the world today. Plus, what inspired him to be a musician and what he wanted to do prior to his career? And, where will he be touring next now that things are opening up as far as venues concerned? Also, I have links below that will be important to check out before, during, and even after the mics are turned off. LINKS: "No More Sacrifice Zones" Youtube Video by Ben Grosscup Peoplesvoicecafe.org Ben Grosscup Youtube Channel Songs for Striking UFCW Stop and Shop Workers

Musician Ben Grosscup‘s Point of View

Today, one of my favorite west coast swing dance buddies, Steve Csuth joins the pod for a very fun chat! We reflect back on friends real and fictional...you'll figure that one out later for sure. Also, how did he get started in dance and DJing, how he spent his time during the pandemic and what events he's looking forward to attending in the future?

The Truth with Steve Csuth

The summer of fun continues with another great FB Live audio replay as I share my fun adventures on a couple of great road trips with the cousin. Also, some great shoutouts from the friends that tuned in to as well as the ones I miss at the moment. Plus, hear my gripe of the week you could say. And finally a major format change to the podcast happening next year.

Under & Over The Sea

A Summer to Remember?....or maybe one to forget so far. That and more on this FB Live audio replay from last week. If you have any fun topics that are discussion-worthy comment on Instagram or Facebook with #absolutetalkpodcast

A Summer to Remember?

We continue to look back at the wrestling landscape of 2020 where everything was so very different. This week, myself, Eddy V, and Lou Colella share our favorite and most forgettable topics from last year. Such categories include male and female wrestlers, entrances, matches, shocking and surprising moments, and more to come!!

WRESTLING WITH 2020 - The Best and Worst of Times

It was dubbed, "The Year Wrestling Went Quiet," by Eddy V. as he, myself, and Lou Colella take a look back at the wrestling landscape of 2020. This week we celebrate and remember the lives of the superstars that left us too soon last year.

WRESTLING WITH 2020 - We Remember...

Today I sit down for a fun "MAN TO MAN" chat with fellow longtime west coast swing dancer Mark Bolter! We'll dive into his dance journey, shoot the breeze on a variety of other things, and what has he been up to during the pandemic?

Mark Bolter is a "MAN'S MAN!"

On July 3rd 1991, one of the greatest movie sequels of all time premiered in theatres! Join myself and Vicky Locke as we take a deep dive into "Terminator 2 - Judgement Day" from the story on-camera to everything behind the scenes. There are spoilers so we do recommend watching the movie first.

T2 Turns 30

We conclude our conversation with more Fun Facts About Tara Trafzer featuring the ones that we lost during the pandemic. Plus, we look back at one of her strictly swing competition videos from 2015 with Ben Morris, sorry no royalties Ben, haha! Also, social dance etiquette, and what she's looking for while judging dancers in competitions? Don't forget to check out taratrafzer.net and the IFL History Page on Facebook for Fun Facts Friday as she drops a heavy dose of that historical knowledge!

Fun Facts About Tara Trafzer - PART 3

The conversation continues on as we discover more fun facts about Tara Trafzer! This week, we look into her journey into dancing west coast swing that ultimately led to doing some amazing routines in Rising Star and Classic. Also, how did she start emceeing, the challenges in that role, and what are the plans to help groom anyone that want to do it?

Fun Facts About Tara Trafzer - PART 2

One of the all-time greats in west coast swing dancing, Tara Trafzer, joins the pod this month as we turn the tables on her! That's right, we get to know more about the host of "Fun Facts Friday" which you can find on the IFL History page via Facebook. Today, we go back to her time dancing growing up including the first pros she got to learn from. Also, what are her favorite countries she likes to travel to and her favorite sport? Plus, we shoot the breeze on the more recent social issues that have been significant the last few years.

Fun Facts About Tara Trafzer - PART 1

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