The Too Cool Club Chronicles

The Schroeders
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A blend of music history, nostalgia, and stories from the Schroeders: Two sisters, Corinna & Molly, interview their 76 year old dad, Jim, about his life-long passion for music. Jim's music appreciation not only shaped the lives of his daughters, but also influenced friends & family worldwide through his creation of the Too Cool Club - his way to share music long before Napster hit the scene! Want to be a cool kid in the club? Well, listen in and find out how.

  1. Aug 9

    Ep. 59 More Women that Kill It!

    Back to back episodes about the women of music that shaped it all for those to come - as well as simply rockin' their guts out with soul and passion. Come take a listen' Brenda Lee - Break it to me GentlyLydia Pence & Cold Blood - Matter of TimePink - TroubleAmy McDonald - This is the Life SONGS OF THE WEEK Pitbull - Celebrate https://youtu.be/QqLs0CBNoSA?si=pQbnny9D62c3c3uI India Arie - Video https://youtu.be/Mq86e4Fhja0?si=UxtemWTpAAcILq_0 Skeeter Davis - The End of the World https://youtu.be/sonLd-32ns4?si=--aav_hQsplWJx8T DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  2. Jul 26

    Ep 58 - Ladies That Rock & Roll

    What can you say about the ladies of rock who can melt your face off with a wailing note held for an unhuman amount of time? I don't know, but the Schroeders will try to come up with something. Tune it, won't you? Cyndi Lauper - StayAmy Winehouse - ValeriePat Benatar - I Feel Lucky SONGS OF THE WEEK Jewel - Who Will Save Your Soul https://youtu.be/0wBDDAZkNtk?si=tOfHQgF-Ae0YhrqL Spiderbait - Black Betty https://youtu.be/nU1VfYYKMDk?si=XysIpjhnTttK8Rou DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  3. Jul 12

    Ep. 57 - Blind Guys

    Bet ya didn't see that comin'.... Today the Schroeders discuss major players on the music scene that all share one very specific trait. Can you guess what it could be? Stevie Wonder - Sir DukeRay Charles - Let's Go Get StonedJose Feliciano - Chico & The Man SONGS OF THE WEEK - *Jim's Birthday Edition* Frank Zappa - Trouble Every Day https://youtu.be/girnJH7tvpM?si=0ygdssTlXyoplevsFrank Zappa - What's the Ugliest Part of Your Body? https://youtu.be/lPOHOtQ8Qw0?si=obWsw05k7tuAVSZo DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  4. Jun 7

    Ep 56 - Does Fame Always Lead to Poor Decisions?...

    Tune in a find out - Does the fame and fortune that comes with hit music-making come with the inevitability of s****y behavior? These three artists don't answer the question - but it sure is fun to talk about! Marvin Gaye - Let's Get it OnJackie Wilson - Reet PetiteJames Brown - I Feel GoodSONGS OF THE WEEK Slye Dunbar - Punky Reggae Party https://youtu.be/SBAiWBJHwOU?si=9ar6L6o5kAlJt-YPPaul Simon - Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes https://youtu.be/-I_T3XvzPaM?si=vJQHSKLCQsuKYfuw DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  5. May 25

    Ep. 55 - A random assortment of musical chops

    Canadians? Jamaicans? A mobsters son? Oh My! The Too Cool Club Chronicles never fails to astound with random smatterings of musical samples from across the globe. kd lang - Tune into My WaveJeff Healey - I'm Tore DownBobby Darin - Splish SplashShaggy - HopeSONGS OF THE WEEK Bruno Mars - I Just Might https://youtu.be/mrV8kK5t0V8?si=TOFvZvePSYtxH8pUNicke Lowe - When I Write the Book https://youtu.be/gOQTS0mOFe8?si=CbKEtdpKPx24F7upNote from Molly: "I will not now, or ever, post a song from The Eagles". DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  6. May 10

    Ep. 54 - Groovy grooves with lyrical genius

    This episode was recorded in January of 2026 - so much has changed since then...yet it all stays the same. Just like these 3 tunes with powerful lyrics; timeless and classic, still relevant today just like The Too Cool Club! Ten Years After - I'd Love to Change the WorldThe Doobie Brothers - Listen to the MusicThe Johnny Otis Show - Signifyin' MonkeySONGS OF THE WEEK Special dedication to Dit-Doo on her 55th bday! Carly Simon - Older Sister https://youtu.be/XS1XH_09rPw?si=l4waUgke2btm6uRZThe Mad Caddies - Shot in the Dark https://youtu.be/WvJi3FG-pUA?si=AQhzNcITbXsxW5oCJohn Mayall - Find a Way to Care https://youtu.be/uofwPV_2ch0?si=ZG-GSS-O7kA6bNnR DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  7. Apr 26

    Ep 53 - Songwriter Greats

    Who tops your list of Greatest Songwriters? Hint: it is the next 3 artists listed. But, please, feel free to write in with YOUR votes! James Taylor - MusicBilly Joel - 2,000 YearsJackson Browne - Which Side? BONUS - Billy Joel https://youtu.be/eFTLKWw542g?si=P_qPWsD0-mdkbvjU VS Fallout Boy https://youtu.be/2LkVKCWL0U4?si=YPijz_885DRc46Fb DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

  8. Apr 12

    Ep 52 - Yeah, we know 51 is missing...

    You know what will give ya the blues? Failing to hit record when you lay down the greatest podcast of all time. If you wonder where miraculous #51 went... Perfect time to have The Blues - join the Schroeders talkin' 'bout these emotional tunes. Robben Ford - Talk to Your DaughterGeorge Thorogood - Willie Dixon's GoneJimmy Thackery & The Drivers - Mercury BluesAltered Five Blues Band - I've Got the Scars to Prove ItSONGS OF THE WEEK Steve Martin - Maxwell's Silver Hammer https://youtu.be/F__uGshlbOo?si=t5FPFOwB1e1ijn5zLizzo ft. Lil Jon - STFU https://youtu.be/PvQYVDFjntQ?si=lSfawD2yVuArI24NNimmo Brothers - Gotta Slow Down https://youtu.be/MCjNjdRIQn4?si=AJUCELTrE7_0D2mU DISCLAIMER: *This podcast contains excerpts from copyrighted material for the purpose of commentary, education and analysis, which we believe constitutes fair use under Section 107 of the Copyright Act. No infringement is intended. Promise. *

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A blend of music history, nostalgia, and stories from the Schroeders: Two sisters, Corinna & Molly, interview their 76 year old dad, Jim, about his life-long passion for music. Jim's music appreciation not only shaped the lives of his daughters, but also influenced friends & family worldwide through his creation of the Too Cool Club - his way to share music long before Napster hit the scene! Want to be a cool kid in the club? Well, listen in and find out how.

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