Music In My Shoes

Jim
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Come be entertained as the host talks about music, bands, and connected stories."It's a really great podcast" - Kevn Kinney of Drivin N Cryin"I appreciate talking to you guys and the good questions" - Mitch Easter of Let's Active and R.E.M. producerLearn Something New or Remember Something Old!!!Please like and follow the Music In My Shoes Facebook page.Contact us atmusicinmyshoes@gmail.com

  1. 4D AGO

    The Uncle Floyd Show, and I Can't Live Without My Radio E117

    We trace the scrappy brilliance of the Uncle Floyd Show and how a UHF oddity opened doors for punk and pop heroes, then jump across decades of songs that shaped our lives. From Dylan’s Desire to The Cult’s club thunder, we connect memories, charts, and the moments that stick. • Uncle Floyd’s low-budget TV chaos and big cultural impact • Ramones, Squeeze, Blue Öyster Cult, early Jon Bon Jovi appearances • Lennon and Bowie fandom and references • A campus “milk bandit” break-in detour • Dylan’s Desire reassessed with Hurricane and Isis • Paul Simon chart surprises versus memory • Celebration as a timeless party staple • Depeche Mode’s darker pull and a fireworks story • The Cult’s Love, club memories, and genre friction • LL Cool J, boombox culture, and early Def Jam • U2’s return to rock with Beautiful Day • Blue October’s raw honesty on addiction and family Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages If you have anything that's in your shoes, you can reach out to us at musicinmyshoes at gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    30 min

  2. JAN 25

    Challenger Shuttle Disaster, Batman TV Series, and Dire Straits "Skateaway" E116

    A countdown, a cheer, and then a white bloom in the sky. We start with that January morning when Challenger lifted off with a teacher aboard and a nation watching, and we unpack how a routine launch became a rupture—O-rings, cold air, and the way live TV freezes time. The story isn’t just technical; it’s personal. Sneaking a screen at work, bargaining for a miracle, and remembering how hope hangs on for a few impossible seconds. From there, we follow the thread of wonder into a brighter palette. Cue the Batman theme. Adam West’s deadpan responses and the pulpy poetry of Bam and Pow show how camp can be both silly and exacting. We dig into the Batmobile’s improbable lineage—from the 1955 Lincoln Futura. Then it’s a crate-dig through the Beach Boys Party album, where Barbara Ann’s singalong charm and Dean Torrance’s cameo capture a band between eras, loose and luminous before Pet Sounds. We jump to Elton John’s Your Song and the city-streaked cinema of Dire Straits’ Skateaway—drums, Roy Bittan’s piano, and a roller girl writing her own movie. We also get candid about taste with Blondie’s shift to The Tide Is High and Rapture. Finally, the volume tilts toward Public Image Ltd.’s Rise and the notorious Album project. “May the road rise with you” meets “anger is an energy,” a split-screen of blessing and bite, wrapped in no-frills packaging that turned the grocery aisle into a design joke. Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    37 min

  3. JAN 18

    40 Most-Played Classic Rock Songs Of 2025, Joan Jett "Bad Reputation", and Been Caught Stealing E115

    What do the 40 most-played classic rock songs of 2025 say about our listening habits? We dive into the national radio data and find a universe powered by stadium anthems, late-70s polish, and 80s hooks, with Bon Jovi and Guns N’ Roses dominating the top slots. Along the way, we weigh personal favorites against programming realities, marvel at why Crazy Train still feels underplayed, and ask the big question: how did an entire decade—the 60s—slip off the radar of “classic” rock radio? We move through the countdown with stories that make the rankings come alive. Journey’s Separate Ways sparks a detour into a real arcade cabinet that blasted the song over the din of pinball halls. Dream On proves that timing can make a hit, not just songwriting. Paradise City’s slow climb shows how long-tail momentum works. We connect radio staples like We Will Rock You, We Are the Champions, Tom Sawyer, and Summer of ’69 to the places they still thrive: arenas, movies, and algorithm-friendly nostalgia loops. We spotlight Joan Jett’s Bad Reputation and its punk-royalty cameos, the contested legacy of Ozzy’s Shot in the Dark, and the enduring charge of Jane’s Addiction’s Ritual de lo Habitual, from the famous dog bark to the towering solo on Three Days. If classic rock to you includes Hendrix and The Who, or if your heart lives in late-80s power choruses, this one will challenge your map and maybe redraw it. Listen, share your biggest surprise from the list, and subscribe for more music stories. Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    30 min

  4. JAN 14 · BONUS

    Remembering Bob Weir: Grateful Dead to Dead & Company E114

    Bonus Episode We share stories, setlists, and tributes to honor Bob Weir, who passed away on January 10, 2026, and explore moments that made the music feel like home. Loss meets gratitude as we reckon with legacy, improvisation, and greatness. • remembering Bob Weir and his influence • post‑Jerry eras • favorite Weir vocals • social media tributes from Trey Anastasio, Mickey Hart, John Mayer • Johnny Hickman on opening for the Dead and Cracker's "Loser" cover • Grateful Dead's final tour memories and artifacts • Dead & Company’s final tour and setlist variety • Wolf Brothers at the Capitol Theater, long-form jams • the Sphere experience and immersive staging We close on a Philadelphia rooftop just after sunrise: The Clash's Joe Strummer asking Bob about Pigpen until the manager comes to collect him. Punk meets jam, curiosity meets memory, and the line between scenes dissolves. That’s the Weir effect—bridges where you didn’t expect them, songs that hold more than one world at once. If this moved you, share it with a friend, subscribe for new episodes, and leave a review so others can find the music too. What’s the first Weir song you’ll play tonight? Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    47 min

  5. JAN 11

    80s Music Trivia, Snoop Dogg Bowl, and The Clash "Sandinista" E113

    We crack open a brand-new 80s music trivia game, celebrate Snoop Dogg’s endzone catch, and honor a 104-year-old sax performance while revisiting Elton John, Springsteen, The Clash, and early Billy Idol. Play along, keep score, and hear which deep cuts still hit hardest. • 80s trivia game rules, lyric call-and-response, and score swings • Snoop Dogg’s Arizona Bowl catch and why fun revives bowl season • Pop-Tarts Bowl spectacle and the butter vs frosting toaster debate • 104-year-old WWII veteran Dominic Cartelli’s saxophone anthem • Elton John’s Tumbleweed Connection non-singles with staying power • Springsteen’s 10th Avenue Freeze-Out and album-oriented radio • The Clash’s Sandinista: highlights and misses • Minute with Jimmy: Gen X lineup and Dancing with Myself Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Let us know what you thought of our 1980s music trivia game and anything else we discussed about on this episode. Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    40 min

  6. JAN 4

    2025 Best Selling Rock Vinyl, The Sound of Silence, and Once in a Lifetime E112

    We pull apart 2025’s top rock vinyl list, trace why greatest hits still rule turntables, and celebrate the albums that outlived their moment. Along the way, we honor Steve Cropper, clear up calypso vs mento, and revisit songs from Simon & Garfunkel to Talking Heads and Oasis. • 2025 rock vinyl chart highlights and surprises • why greatest hits dominate modern vinyl buying • Fleetwood Mac Rumours as an enduring benchmark • personal vinyl memories and early listening habits • Steve Cropper’s legacy at Stax and beyond • calypso versus mento and Count Lasher’s role • The Sound Of Silence’s evolution and covers • Talking Heads’ choreography and video impact • punk’s critique of MTV and early Beastie Boys • Oasis anthems and communal singalongs • new year outlook for music anniversaries Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    29 min

  7. 12/28/2025

    WPLJ Top 95 Albums of 1980 and Favorite MIMS Episodes of 2025 E111

    We count down WPLJ’s Top 95 Albums of 1980 and trace how New York’s buying habits shaped a year when punk, new wave, and classic rock all shared the shelf. Along the way we share radio memories, personal stories, and the surprise winners that still spark debate. • method behind the WPLJ list based on 1980 retail sales • late 1979 albums fueling 1980 momentum • the specials, devo, and new wave’s local footprint • beatles rarities, mono vs stereo quirks, and Ringo vs no Ringo • acdc’s slower NYC climb versus global dominance • skynyrd, southern rock, and metro buying habits • the police’s twin-album push and singalong hooks • top 20 highlights from springsteen to the kinks • top 10 breakdown and why billy joel tops new york • our 2025 most listened episodes and interview standouts • listener geography, community notes, and gratitude Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Please like and follow the Music in My Shoes Facebook and Instagram pages Reach out to us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    38 min

  8. 12/21/2025

    A Charlie Brown Christmas, The Grinch, and Bruce Springsteen Sings Santa Claus is Comin' to Town E110

    The holidays don’t just look a certain way—they sound a certain way. We dive into how a fragile cartoon tree, a swingy piano motif, and a handful of offbeat movie moments grew into the soundtrack of December. From the first Peanuts special to stop‑motion Santa to a green recluse in Whoville, we trace the songs, voices, and production choices that turned seasonal TV and film into enduring ritual. • Charlie Brown Christmas as a symbol of hope and the choice to use children’s voices • Vince Guaraldi’s jazz and the quick birth of Christmas Time Is Here • Rankin/Bass stop motion craft and Paul Frees’ vocal range • Home Alone’s John Williams score  • Jim Carrey’s Grinch, Faith Hill’s hit, and Taylor Momsen’s new version • Donny Hathaway’s representation and the rise of This Christmas • Greg Lake’s critique of commercialism across decades • Springsteen’s rock‑forward holiday cuts  • Oddities that stick: Feliz Navidad’s 19 words and Sabbath’s December chart stat Learn Something New or Remember Something Old Like and follow our Facebook and Instagram pages and spread the word if you enjoy the podcast.  Contact us at musicinmyshoes@gmail.com with your own musical memories. Send us a one-way message. We can’t answer you back directly, but it could be part of a future Music In My Shoes Mailbag!!!

    32 min
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Come be entertained as the host talks about music, bands, and connected stories."It's a really great podcast" - Kevn Kinney of Drivin N Cryin"I appreciate talking to you guys and the good questions" - Mitch Easter of Let's Active and R.E.M. producerLearn Something New or Remember Something Old!!!Please like and follow the Music In My Shoes Facebook page.Contact us atmusicinmyshoes@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Jim
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Music In My Shoes
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