THE PODS & SODS NETWORK Craig Smith and Eric Miller

Six-Pack of Jerry Reed, Volume One

Ten four Good Buddy!!
On this Six-Pack episode, Lee McCormack of the Tramps Like Us Podcast and Jon Lamoreaux of The Hustle podcast rejoin Eric Miller of Pods & Sods to head east-bound and down to talk about the unique character and musicianship of the Country Music Hall of Famer, Jerry Reed.  Jerry was an early, innovative guitarist that worked with Elvis long before he popped up in TV's Alice or Scooby Doo and long before he was the Snowman in Smokey and The Bandit. A uniquely charming voice, a unique talent, full of humor and overflowing with an every-man talent, we put the hammer down and celebrate everyone's favorite cigarette smokin', poker playin', truckin' guitar man!
So sit back and discover or rediscover the guitar wizardy and charm of Jerry Reed.

Six-Pack of John Hiatt, Volume One

On this Six-Pack episode, friend of the show John Bolsar and Brad Page of I'm In Love With That Song podcast join Eric Miller of Pods & Sods to school him on the unique brilliance of John Hiatt.  John has been a prolific songwriter for decades, with some of his songs being covered by the biggest in the biz, but he's quite the recording artist and performer in his own right. In this episode we cover tracks spanning his wonderfully unique career and variety of styles - rocker, singer-songwriter, early new wave, blues-roots-rock, Americana before there was such a term, and much more..
So sit back and discover or rediscover the brilliance of Mr John Hiatt.

Six-Pack of a-ha, Volume Two

On this Six-Pack episode, Brian and Sarah Linnen of The Permanent Record Podcast and Jon Lamoreaux of The Hustle podcast rejoin Eric Miller of Pods & Sods to enlighten him on the work of a-ha beyond their glorious pop masterpiece, Take On Me.  In this Volume Two, Jon and Sarah are each bringing their picks covering the band's long career. Lots of fun facts, music geekery, and laughter in this one.
So sit back and discover or rediscover the pop mastery of a-ha.

Six-Pack of Dan Hartman, Volume One

I Can Dream About You is one of the greatest songs of all time, but there is so much more to Dan Hartman.
On this Six-Pack episode Jon Lamoreaux of The Hustle Podcast, and Jeff Harris of Behind The Grooves rejoin Eric Miller of Pods & Sods to celebrate the fuller body of Dan Hartman's work.  From his rockier days alongside Edgar Winter to his incredible disco era stuff to his iconic soundtrack work to his brilliant songwriting and production, Dan is criminally under-recognized for his work. We get into his life, career, work and discuss his place in music history. Bonus mentions of Stevie Wonder, Vinnie Vincent, Joyce Hyser, and James Brown, lol.. we're even treated by Jeff Harris singing a little Loleatta Holloway!!  
So relight your fires, hit the dancefloor, and enjoy some classic Dan Hartman.

Andy Schaal joins Craig to recap their recent trip to Prince's Paisley Park. Warning: possible spoilers for those who don't want to know about the specifics of the tour!

12 Days of Christmas Six-Packs, Day Twelve

On the twelfth day of the 12 Days of Christmas Six-Packs, my true love gave to me...
Today dear friends of the show Brian Joyce and Mr Brian Jacobs are rejoining Eric to share some holiday fun. It's Christmas morning and we're sharing traditions, some wonderful music and the deep-dive stories and analysis around them, memories of childhood gifts unrequited, and much more.  Lots of laughs and flights of fancy detours in this one - Firestone vs Goodyear albums, SCTV, and much more!  It's really just three good friends just enjoying each other and some top notch music in the true spirit of the holidays. Plus we discuss some meaningful charities that could use some love this holiday season.
So don your gay apparel and join us by the warm glow of the fireplace for some festive music and holiday cheer.