Sixty years ago tomorrow, The Beatles landed at JFK in preparation for their February 9 performance on “The Ed Sullivan Show,” the band’s debut in front of an American audience. Of course, we know the kind of Beatlemania that ensued after they played on televisions around the country. In commemoration of the anniversary, we speak with Kenneth Womack, professor of English and popular music at Monmouth University, and author of many books about The Beatles who also hosts a Beatles podcast, Everything Fab Four. Plus, we take your calls for those of you who witnessed the performance.
Out this Friday, the new album Phasor from Helado Negro draws inspiration from Foley art and Bolivian architecture and many other sources. He joins us live in the studio to perform.
Just because you shop at thrift stores doesn’t mean you’re not accidentally supporting sweatshops. Emily Stochl, host of the Pre-Loved Podcast, joins us to discuss the ethics of thrifting, as well as some do’s and don’ts.
If you want furniture that’s going to last, or you’re concerned about the environment, visiting secondhand shops is a great solution. Ashley McDonald, store manager of Remix Market, and Katie Okamoto, editor of sustainability coverage at Wirecutter, joins us to share tips for what to look for when thrifting furniture.
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