Reel Dealz Movies and Music thru the Decades Podcast

Tom and Bert
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Show about Movies and Music thru the decades for two guys growing up in the 50's and 60's. We discuss our point of view on the impact that movies and music had in our lives and the impact that it had as we traverse thru the decades. From the early years in the 50's with Elvis, Chuck Berry and Chubby Checker we have stories, opinions and conversations about how we experienced the growth of music/movies and how it shaped our views to where we are today.

  1. SPECIAL EDITION- "USELESS" CRAPTASTIC FUN FACTS $$$ 2026 PT 2

    4d ago

    SPECIAL EDITION- "USELESS" CRAPTASTIC FUN FACTS $$$ 2026 PT 2

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode Tom and Bert hit up the with , Did you know questions/answers of totally useless wacky Craptastic Facts 2026 Pt2 Some of these Chapter Lowlights are:   (1:20) The Inventor of the Pringles Potato Chips can is now buried in one. Is it True? (12:24) Sharks are "immune" to all known diseases? is it True? (22:56) Bees can recognize human faces. This can't be True. Well find out for yourself. (35:28) Elephants are the only animals that can't jump! Huh? (57:24) About 700 Grapes go into one bottle of wine! Is that True?  These and many more dumbass facts that will blow your mind or just "blow" in general!  Enjoy the Show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    1h 16m
  2. MUSIC- "LEGENDARY INFLUENCERS" >>>CHICAGO

    Jun 9

    MUSIC- "LEGENDARY INFLUENCERS" >>>CHICAGO

    Send us Fan Mail On this Episode Tom and Bert continue "The Spotlight Series" on entertainment influencers thru the decades! There are Stories to tell and the Guys will cover and discuss the beginnings and the careers of some of the greatest influencers throughout ALL of the entertainment industry. Today's Podcast will cover another Music Legendary influencer We introduce you to the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame group and Songwriters that had  21 Top 10 singles  and 11 number 1 singles , 12 Top 10 Albums with Gold and Platinum sales (5 which were consecutive #1 sellers)  and have sold over 130 Million Records Worldwide..... "Chicago" AKA Chicago Transit Authority Listen in as we go through Chicago's early beginnings and amazing career as Singer/Songwriters . The band has been touring America and the World for  59 straight years, an amazing feat. CHAPTERS: (:40) Intro---Here is CHICAGO! (2:55) "Beginnings"---It all begins with the "Missing Links" then "The Big Thing" (24:51) Colombia/Sony President Clive Davis signs "Chicago" and the hits start coming with "Make me Smile", "Colour My World" and "25 or 6 to 4" (35:43) Things keep on rolling as many more hits are released with "Does Anybody Know What Time It is" becoming their 3rd straight Top 10 Hit. (44:49) New recording studio in the Colorado Rockies called "Caribou Ranch" opens and the Albums keep churning out. (51:39) Chicago hits rough waters with the tragic accidental shooting death of Terry Kath in 1978 then Peter Cetera leaving the Band in 1984 (65:38) The accolades roll in with 2016 Rock n Roll HOF Induction, the reunion with original drummer Danny Seraphine and a no-show from Peter Cetera  and finally the  59 straight years of touring (1967-2026) THEN it's a wrap!! Enjoy the Show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well

    1h 13m
  3. MUSIC- BEST "LOVE SONGS" OF ALL TIME>>>PART 2

    Jun 2

    MUSIC- BEST "LOVE SONGS" OF ALL TIME>>>PART 2

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Tom and Bert cover and discuss the Top 50 "Love Songs" Pt 2  with their own list or Reel Dealz Top 50! Some amazing songs were recorded thru the decades and the guys go through the songs that other sources deemed to be "The Best" ever.  Well, listen in as we discuss "Our" songs that are our Top Hits and without a doubt a great list but like anything else we couldn't put all of our favs out there.   Without further ado, Here is our Top 50+ Love Songs of all Time. CHAPTER Highlights: (:30) INTRO (1:46) In no particular order.....Here we go! (4:15) "My Girl" by the Temptations and many more (12:33) "Something" by the Beatles, "Natural Woman" by Aretha Franklin and many other hits including.........  "Happy Together" by the Turtles, "Let's get it on" by Marvin Gaye,  "Everlasting Love" by Robert Knight,  "Ain't no Mountain High Enough" by Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell, "I Swear" by All 4 One, "I want it that way" by the Backstreet Boys, "Just the way you are" by Bruno Mars, "Amazed" by Lone Star 2000  "Hey, Soul Sister" by Train and "I Wanna be Around" by Tony Bennett There you have it! And it's a wrap!  Enjoy the show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    1h 4m
  4. MUSIC- BEST "LOVE SONGS" OF ALL TIME",OR NOT>>>PT 1

    May 26

    MUSIC- BEST "LOVE SONGS" OF ALL TIME",OR NOT>>>PT 1

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode, Tom and Bert cover and discuss the Top 50 "Love Songs" Pt 1 of all time according to Parade Magazine and Billboard. Some amazing songs were recorded thru the decades and the guys go through the songs that other sources deemed to be "The Best" ever. Well, listen in as we discuss the merits of these songs and give our straight up opinions on the 2 lists. As you will find out we have varying opinions on these so-called BEST Lists.   Even better yet, we have a Part 2 coming up next week to give you are list of the Best Love Songs of all time. CHAPTERS: (:30) INTRO (3:04) Parade Magazine Top 50 List by Jessica Sager ...published 4/10/2026 (23:49) Billboard Magazine Top 50 List by Fred Bronson...published  2/2026 And it's a wrap! See y'all next week with our "Reel Dealz" Ultimate Top 50+ List! Enjoy the show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    58 min
  5. MUSIC- REEL DEALZ "HOF" AWARDS- THE COMMODORES & RICK JAMES

    May 19

    MUSIC- REEL DEALZ "HOF" AWARDS- THE COMMODORES & RICK JAMES

    Send us Fan Mail On this Episode Tom and Bert introduce 2 more "Reel Dealz" Hall of Fame inductees! Today's Podcast will cover 2 artists that have been "overlooked"  by many music moguls and writers over the years. Their Music speaks for itself and Tom and Bert will give you their take and tell you why you must not dismiss these amazing Performers. We introduce you to these 2 artists who sold Millions of records worldwide, won music and Grammy awards, had many top hits on Billboards Top 100, and were pioneers in the Music business with their own unique, Soulful and Funk sound......... The Fabulous "Commodores" and Super Freak, Rick James! Listen in as we go through their early beginnings and their outstanding talented careers. CHAPTERS: (:35) Intro Part 1- Here are "The Commodores"  (4:24) Early Beginnings with James Ingram, Clyde Orange & Lionel Richie (13:53) After touring with the Jackson 5, Rolling Stones and O'Jays the Commodores are  now headliners! (19:00) The hits keep on rolling in as the groups popularity skyrockets and the Commodores cement their terrific legacy as "Hall of Famers" ___________________________________________________________________________________________ (38:00) Intro Part 2 - Here is Rick James (42:00) Disco Rules and Rick expoldes on the scene! (45:00) Rick's writing successes and collaborations with the "Hip Hop" World (48:00) Rick's on stage persona and the hits come along EVEN for Eddie Murphy! And its a Wrap! Enjoy the Show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well

    57 min
  6. "SPOTLIGHT SERIES"- MUSIC- "THE AUSTRALIAN BEE GEE'S"- INTERVIEW

    May 12

    "SPOTLIGHT SERIES"- MUSIC- "THE AUSTRALIAN BEE GEE'S"- INTERVIEW

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode we are back with our "Spotlight Series"- Music influencers. We had the great pleasure of interviewing Wayne Hosking, owner, producer and performer for the Bee Gee's Tribute Band, "The Australian Bee Gee's"!! With a 15 year Residency in Las Vegas at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino, The ABG's have performed over 4,400 shows over those years OR over 300 shows per year!! A must see if you are going to Las Vegas!  AND, make sure you check out their website....ABGSHOW@gmail.com or the Excalibur Casino website to get further information on the Vegas Shows as well as the "ABG's Touring Group" that performs all around the world. We cover and discuss Wayne's early years in Melbourne, Australia and move along to the beginnings of the Tribute band back in 1996 thru 2026. The 5 man ensemble is absolutely amazing and are spot on with the instrumentation, vocals and visuals of the "Bee Gee's" Musical career. Listen in and enjoy the interview with Wayne.  You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    1h 6m
  7. SPECIAL EDITION- MUSIC INFLUENCERS- "THE PHILLY SOUND" DOMINATES

    May 5

    SPECIAL EDITION- MUSIC INFLUENCERS- "THE PHILLY SOUND" DOMINATES

    Send us Fan Mail On this Episode Tom and Bert continue "The Spotlight Series" on entertainment influencers thru the decades! There are Stories to tell and the Guys will cover and discuss the beginnings and the careers of some of the greatest influencers throughout ALL of the entertainment industry. Today's Podcast will cover The Music Wave that Dominated the 1970's! We introduce to you "The Philly Sound" Featuring "Philly International Records" Founders, Producers and Writers......Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff and Thom Bell. Countless Hit Songs and Artists at "Philly" which rivaled Detroit's Motown Records.  Here's just a few of the Acts.......The Delfonics, Billy Paul, Jerry "The Iceman" Butler, The Intruders, The O'Jays, The Spinners, The Stylistics and Teddy Pendergrass to name a few. Listen in as we discuss the beginning of their careers and the rise to stardom in the challenging 1960's and 1970's music scene. CHAPTERS: (:30) INTRO- The Philly Sound  impacted the Charts and the Radio airwaves (2:55) The partnership begins in the 1960's-- with the "Soul Survivors", "Intruders" and Jerry Butler (9:40) 1971- "Philly International" records is founded and dominates the 1970's--The O'Jays, Billy Paul and MFSB (25:06) How Involved were Gamble and Huff? And the hits keep rolling along! (28:27) The Philly Songs list, WOW! What an amazing list of Solid Gold Hits (38:52) "Ain't Nothing Like a House Party" and Songwriter Linda Creed's Impactful career then It's a Wrap!! ****Also check out our Podcast from July 15th 2025 featuring Harold Melvin and the Bluenotes and The Stylistics to get more detail on those 2 great acts. Enjoy the Show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    49 min
  8. MOVIES- VILLAINS FROM THE 1960's WHO WE LOVE TO HATE

    Apr 28

    MOVIES- VILLAINS FROM THE 1960's WHO WE LOVE TO HATE

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode Tom and Bert cover the famous or infamous Movie Villains of the 1960s! Everyone has their opinions on who they love and who they hate. We have the list of the "bad guys and ladies" from the '60s! FEATURED CHAPTERS (0:30) Intro & "Bond Villains" including Goldfinger, Red Grant, Dr. No and others (11:06) Baby Jane (Bette Davis), Bill Sikes from "Oliver" and The Birds (17:07) "Bonnie and Clyde", "Batman" w/ The Joker, The Riddler & The Penguin plus "The Children of the Damned" (27:56) Eleanor Iselin (Angela Lansbury) "The Manchurian Candidate" (32:49) Hal 9000- The Computer from "2001 A Space Odyssey" (37:44) Liberty Valence and Tim Strawn from "Cat Ballou" played by Lee Marvin (41:51) Max Cady (Robert Mitchum) "Cape Fear" and Dick and Percy in Truman Capote's "In Cold Blood" (47:08) Mrs. Robinson, "The Graduate", The Zombies, "Night of the Living Dead" and Norman Bates, "Pyscho"  -----and It's a Wrap! Enjoy the Show! You can email us at reeldealzmoviesandmusic@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page, Reel Dealz Podcast: Movies & Music Thru The Decades to leave comments and/or TEXT us at 843-855-1704 as well.

    57 min
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Show about Movies and Music thru the decades for two guys growing up in the 50's and 60's. We discuss our point of view on the impact that movies and music had in our lives and the impact that it had as we traverse thru the decades. From the early years in the 50's with Elvis, Chuck Berry and Chubby Checker we have stories, opinions and conversations about how we experienced the growth of music/movies and how it shaped our views to where we are today.

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