Scandal Sheet

The Beatles Break-up: A Long And Winding Road

On the occasion of the release of a very successful new 8 hour documentary that takes us back 52 years to 1969, we re-open the celebrity gossip file on the breakup of the still-iconic rock band, The Beatles. We ask tough questions: were they over-rated in the 60’s? Should anyone even care about these guys this many decades later? Ellie, Bernice, and I are joined by two special guests. One is a classically trained, professional musician for 35+ years. The other was a teenager in the early 60’s when “Beatlemania” was a huge cultural phenomenon in the US, the UK, and much of the Western world. You won’t want to miss this one - cat nip for Beatles fans!

Examples of our guest and composer, John Hoekstra’s music: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2Gon6qb9ar07BP0hsNPXdA

Thumbnail photo courtesy Wikipedia commons.

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Best of 2021 – X Gate Begins

For the many hundreds of listeners that didn’t get a chance to hear it, we are replaying our very first episode from last July! Still among our best. Kassia, Bernice and I re-open the file on the most famous and enduring - but least understood - scandal of the 20th Century: WATERGATE. As we approach the 50th anniversary of the break in into Democratic National Headquarters that eventually brought down the Nixon presidency, join us to learn the secrets you have probably never heard before.

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”The Christmas That Almost Wasn‘t”

It begins with a dejected Santa Claus, in disguise, telling a man, “Christmas is not coming this year…” WOW! What a pitch for a movie. How did the filmmakers do? We examine this forgotten cinematic Christmas masterpiece from 1966. For more than 2 decades after its very successful international theater run, it was a non-stop, exclusive, seasonal staple on HBO…but has since faded from view. You can watch with us for free (with ads) at: https://www.crackle.com/watch/playlist/2133290/2515452  You and the kids may still love it! Enter our time machine for an enjoyable romp through 1960’s mythos and values. Or, sit back and we’ll take you through every moment of this weird and deliciously fascinating artifact. We promise many BIG laughs along the way! Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

My founding pod co-host, Kassia, joins us for a victory lap and hilarious fun with this episode. Find her new solo podcast, “Have We Met Before” at https://have-we-met-before.castos.com/

Big Apple Christmas?

Christmas in the USA today is not Christmas without New York City. The Macy’s Parade on Thanksgiving, the giant tree in Rockefeller Center, the Rockettes, etc. But how did NYC become the Christmas Capital for the U.S. - and even the English-speaking world? Does it even make sense? We invite 3, life-long New Yorkers to discuss. 2 are not even Christian. These are terrific friends of this pod, the METS MOB, famous from other podcasts. And we get a baseball update on the Max Scherzer signing and the player lockout by owners. We also feature a very funny cold open that you won’t want to miss! If you don’t care for baseball, swish to 23:18 to get right to the Christmas stuff after the open. Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet. Original music by John Hoekstra: https://youtube.com/channel/UC2Gon6qb9ar07BP0hsNPXdA

Mentioned References:

https://soundcloud.com/fromthecheapseats More from the Mets Mob.

https://www.arrivealivepodcast.com/ Great motorcycle safety pod with amazing guests that anyone will love.

If you wish to reach David Grover, for legal assistance: 212-527-7575, DGrover@GroverFen.com.

From Plymouth and 34th Street With Love – Our Thanksgiving Special

We lovingly cover America’s favorite holiday, which is unique to our country. Not a scandal – just an exploration of myth versus fact. I don’t think you will be shocked or disappointed…just a little wiser. The first Thanksgiving, the Macy’s parade, and our current holiday table are all on this delicious menu of topics - heavy on the gravy and cranberry sauce. We are also PLEASED TO INTRODUCE OUR NEW CO-HOST, Ellie. Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

Mentioned Sources:

“Of Plymouth Plantation”, 1651, William Bradford

“Mayflower”, 2007, Nathaniel Philbrick

“Saints and Strangers”, 2015, National Geographic Channel

Bourdain Confidential

Anthony Bourdain, celebrity chef, best-selling author, and international television star, unexpectedly commits an apparent suicide at age 62 - at the very zenith of his fame. How could this possibly happen? And what lessons for us lie beneath this Shakespeare-esque tragedy? Our guest in this episode, is notable, professional grief/loss consultant, Maureen Desmond, who has a podcast of her own called, “Giving Grief A Voice”. Together, we attempt to unravel and penetrate the details of the rollercoaster life of this complicated, uniquely American person that led to his terrible demise. Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

Thumbnail Photo: Wikipedia Commons https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/2.5/legalcode

 

Halloween Special – In Baseball No One Can Hear You Scream, Part 2

The riveting conclusion - your fearless podcast hosts – Kassia, Bernice, and Thad - have been hired by the Washington Nationals baseball team ownership to investigate a 243 year old legend inside their stadium - on Halloween night! Entering as skeptics, they encounter a ghost-company of headless American Revolution soldiers and the Hessian mercenaries that slaughtered them in 1777 - now ravenous zombies! If you missed part 1, here it is: https://scandalsheet.podbean.com/e/in-baseball-no-one-can-hear-you-scream/ Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

"Have We Met Before?" can be found on Apple podcasts; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/have-we-met-before/id1591935272

Music mentioned by John Hoekstra: https://hoekstramusic.com or https://youtube.com/channel/UC2Gon6qb9ar07BP0hsNPXdA

BONUS – 2019 Astros v Nationals World Series – Classified Files

How soon fans forget…the Houston Astros cheated in the 2017 World Series, got away with it, and won that year. They tried the same scam again in 2019 against the Washington Nationals. But this time they were caught. We have the secret recordings that uncovered the conspiracy here! Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

In Baseball No One Can Hear You Scream, Part 1

Your fearless podcast hosts – Kassia, Bernice, and Thad - have been hired by the Washington Nationals baseball team ownership to investigate a 243 year old legend inside their stadium - on Halloween night! Entering as skeptics, they encounter a ghost-company of headless American Revolution soldiers and the Hessian mercenaries that slaughtered them in 1777 - now ravenous zombies! Part 2 will be released on October 30^th, Halloween Eve, at sunset Eastern time. Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

Forgive Pete Rose? Fall Of A Legend

In honor of the MLB postseason, we re-open the case of Pete Rose, one of the greatest baseball players in history. But he was permanently expelled from baseball in 1989 for gambling on the game – an activity millions of Americans do each day. This expulsion makes Rose ineligible for induction into the Hall Of Fame. Add to that the multiple statutory rape charges and tax evasion. Sympathetic tragic figure? – or scum bag? We dive deep into the REAL truth behind his catastrophic downfall. Please reach out to us at contact@scandalsheetpod.com, find us on Facebook as 'Scandal Sheet' or on Twitter @scandal_sheet.

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