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Love & Nuggets: The Hits of 1968

In this engaging episode of 'Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine,' hosts Dave and Milt revisit the Billboard Top 10 hits from August 31, 1968. They discuss songs by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell, Cream, Steppenwolf, Jose Feliciano, and The Doors, sharing personal anecdotes and fun facts about the era. Interspersed with listener feedback and a special tribute to Milt's wife, Karen, whose birthday falls within the week, the episode abounds with nostalgia. The hosts also explore trivia from the introduction of McDonald's Chicken McNuggets to music-related quizzes on John Hughes films, culminating in a celebratory birthday countdown mixed with playful banter and heartfelt moments.00:50 Canoeing Adventures and Karaoke Nights01:43 Listener Shoutout03:00 Drafting the Best Albums: A Recap03:57 Organizing Future Drafts and Listener Participation05:28 Celebrating Karen Milbauer Wolf's Birthday06:58 Top 10 Songs of August 31, 196813:15 The Dells: Rock and Roll Hall of Famers17:40 Archie Bell and the Drells: Can't Stop Dancing23:43 Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell: A Tragic Love Song29:42 Harper Valley PTA: A Badass Country Song32:34 Vanilla Fudge: Early Influencers of Heavy Metal39:30 Cream: Pioneers of Blues Rock49:47 Play Date: Music in John Hughes Films50:31 The Quiz Begins: 80s Movie Music Trivia51:02 Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Parade Scene Trivia51:55 Pretty in Pink and Weird Science: Music Questions52:36 Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Final Scene Music53:31 Pretty in Pink: Ducky's Lip Sync53:59 16 Candles: Music Trivia55:10 The Breakfast Club: Montage Music55:43 She's Having a Baby: Audio Quiz56:23 Ferris Bueller's Day Off: Museum Scene Music57:00 Uncle Buck: School Scene Music57:58 Quiz Wrap-Up and Final Scores58:47 The Doors: Hello, I Love You01:12:28 Steppenwolf: Born to Be Wild01:21:04 The Rascals: People Got to Be Free01:25:49 Conclusion and Farewell

The 1982 Albums Draft

Dave and Milt, along with their guest Mark Gerber and the AI entity ChatGPT, draft the best albums of 1982. They discuss iconic albums like Michael Jackson's 'Thriller,' Prince's '1999,' and Duran Duran's 'Rio,' blending personal anecdotes, opinions, and spirited debate. The AI offers critical insights, evaluating the picks based on factors like commercial success and artistic depth. The episode ends with honorable mentions and reflections on the drafting process. Instructions for Mac & Cheese:Cook elbow macaroni according to package instructions. Be sure to add ¼ tsp salt to the water used to boil the noodles. Drain, and set aside.Make the cheese sauce:Mix flour, sea salt, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Set aside.In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.Add flour mixture and whisk to combine.Cook for 1 minute until mixture is slightly brown.Add 1 cup milk and whisk until the mixture is smooth.Add sour cream (or Greek yogurt) and whisk until smooth.Cook on medium-high heat until the mixture is thickened (about 3-5 minutes). Do not let it boil.Once mixture is thick (sticks to the back of the spatula), reduce heat to low and add cheese. Whisk until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth. Taste and add more salt/seasoning if desired.Assemble & ServeAdd cooked pasta to the pot of cheese sauce and stir until the sauce is evenly distributed.Let the mac and cheese cool for 3-5 minutes or until the cheese sauce has thickened a little bit and sticks to the noodles. 
Serve warm!Topics00:00 Introduction and Banter00:59 Special Episode Announcement02:41 Introducing the Guest04:12 Drafting the Best Albums of 198209:09 First Round Picks17:35 Second Round Picks34:03 Third Round Picks50:45 Nostalgic Record Store Memories51:08 Stevie Wonder and High Fidelity52:17 Huey Lewis and the News Discussion54:30 Political Pop Culture Moments55:59 Bruce Springsteen's Nebraska01:01:00 The Clash's Combat Rock01:04:15 The Who's It's Hard Album01:06:44 Hall & Oates' H2O Album01:08:49 Asia's Debut Album01:11:20 Billy Idol's Self-Titled Album01:14:35 Donald Fagen's The Nightfly01:17:52 Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers01:22:41 Draft Recap and Robot's Picks01:29:41 Honorable Mentions and Final Thoughts

Lilith Flair: the Hits of 1997

In this episode of 'Past Tens, A Top 10 Time Machine,' hosts Dave and Milt embark on a nostalgic journey to August 1997, dissecting Billboard's Top 10 hits of the week. They explore the background and cultural impact of tracks by Sean Colvin, Robin, Drew Hill, Lil' Kim, LeAnn Rimes, and the Spice Girls, including notable moments like Sean Colvin's dramatic Grammy incident with Old Dirty Bastard. The hosts also discuss the rise and influence of Third Eye Blind, focusing on 'Semi-Charmed Life' and its lyrical controversies, the Backstreet Boys' early hits, and Puff Daddy's sampling issues. The episode features a musical quiz where Milt identifies girl band songs in different genres thanks to AI renditions. Personal anecdotes, witty banter, and behind-the-scenes stories enrich the exploration of these 90s tracks and their lasting legacy in pop culture.
00:00 Introduction to Past Tens Podcast
00:50 Listener Feedback and Draft Recap
02:08 Inviting Listeners to Join the Draft
04:31 Time Machine: August 30th, 1997
05:26 Princess Diana's Tragic Death
07:33 Netflix's Grand Debut
14:22 Top 10 Songs of the Week
44:02 Full Circle Moments and Music Connections
44:33 Lil' Kim and the Art of Sampling
45:28 Will Smith's Controversial Covers
47:09 LeAnn Rimes' Record-Breaking Hit
55:51 Spice Girls' Iconic Ballad
01:00:20 AI and Girl Bands Quiz
01:13:22 Third Eye Blind's Semi-Charmed Life
01:22:25 Reflecting on 90s Bands
01:23:17 Backstreet Boys' Rise to Fame
01:25:25 The Lou Pearlman Scandal
01:26:21 Brady Bunch and Puberty
01:29:06 Top Boy Bands of All Time
01:32:23 Diddy and the Controversial Hit
01:35:03 Mo Money Mo Problems
01:40:32 Recap and Reflections
01:43:07 Substitutions and Final Thoughts

The 1978 Albums Draft

Dave and Milt, along with guest Alan Nadel and AI guest Artificial Soundwave (ChatGPT), draft the best albums from 1978. Topics00:00 Welcome to the Time Machine00:45 Cheesesteak Adventures01:28 Travel Woes and Brotherhood02:39 Green Day Concert Review03:04 Introducing Al03:11 Rock and Roll Draft Announcement08:43 Drafting the Best Albums of 197850:45 Draft Pick: Elvis Costello's This Year's Model51:33 Analyzing the Pick: Elvis Costello's Impact54:04 Queen's Jazz Album Discussion58:49 The Who's Who Are You Album01:02:59 The Jam's All Mod Cons Album01:06:02 Aerosmith's Live Bootleg Album01:10:46 Kraftwerk's The Man Machine Album01:20:05 Ramones' Road to Ruin Album01:24:25 Final Picks and Reflections

1979 Movies -- Turned Musicals?

In this special episode of 'Pass Down to Top 10 Time Machines,' host Dave presents a unique countdown where the top 10 movies of 1979 are imagined as Broadway musicals. From 'Meatballs' to 'Superman,' each recap is transformed with witty and whimsical lyrics capturing the essence of the films. Though co-host Milt is missing, Dave keeps the energy high with creative renditions, adding a musical twist to classics like 'Apocalypse Now,' 'Alien,' and 'Rocky II.' Tune in for a nostalgic and entertaining journey through 1979's cinematic hits, reimagined for the stage.01:34 Countdown Introduction and 1979 Top 10 Movies02:33 #10: Meatballs - The Musical06:59 #9: Moonraker - The Musical12:07 #8: The Jerk - The Musical15:59 #7: 10 - The Musical20:42 #6: Apocalypse Now - The Musical23:27 Journey into the Heart of Darkness24:29 The Madness Unfolds24:42 Confronting Kurtz25:05 The Final Escape26:06 Alien: The Musical30:56 Star Trek: The Motion Picture34:38 Rocky II: The Musical38:10 The Amityville Horror: The Musical42:15 Superman: The Movie45:56 Wrapping Up the Countdown

Joy & Pain: Hits of 1989

In this episode of 'Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine', hosts Dave and Milt revisit the Billboard Top 10 hits from July 22nd, 1989, featuring songs by Milli Vanilli, Bon Jovi, Fine Young Cannibals, and more. They discuss the impact of Prince's Batman soundtrack, quirky moments like Dolly Parton's rendition of a Bon Jovi classic, and include a playful quiz on songs by bands with colors in their names. The episode also explores the Joker movie, music videos, and the origin behind Simply Red's name. It takes an emotional turn as the hosts pay tribute to their late fraternity brother, Mike 'Fozzie' Frumowitz, sharing heartfelt and humorous stories in his honor.Topics00:38 Tribute to a Friend: Remembering Fozzie01:34 Listener Reviews and Podcast Community04:55 Back in Time: July 22nd, 198914:57 COUNTDOWN BEGINS with Milli Vanilli39:33 The Rules of College Radio40:55 Fine Young Cannibals: A Brief History49:04 Bobby Brown and the Ghostbusters56:24 The Playdate: Colorful Bands and Artists01:07:44 Prince's Batdance and the Batman Soundtrack01:18:09 Simply Red's Hit Remake01:20:36 The British Office and David Brent's Pop Album01:22:25 Mick Hucknall's Punk Roots01:23:17 Family Guy's Simply Red Reference01:26:30 Madonna's Empowering Anthem01:34:41 Martika's Toy Soldiers01:49:12 Honoring a Friend: Remembering Fozzie

Summer Flicks 1984: Who You Gonna Call?

Dave and Milt take listeners on a nostalgic journey back to the summer of 1984 to review the top films that dominated the box office. They delve into classics like 'Ghostbusters,' 'Gremlins,' 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,' 'The Karate Kid,' and more. The hosts share personal insights, intriguing trivia, and discuss the use of early CGI, box-office performances, and the lasting cultural impact of these films. They also reflect on why some movies remain beloved favorites while others have not aged as well. With additional nods to Roger Ebert's reviews, Rotten Tomatoes scores, and some personal anecdotes, including Milt's recent medical procedure, this episode offers an entertaining and informative blast from the past, celebrating an era when summer blockbusters reigned supreme. I am the robot who wrote this summary. My name is Torg. I am learning to love.Topics00:35 Medical Anecdotes and Humor02:17 Countdown Introduction: Top 10 Movies of 198405:32 Movie #10: Star Trek III: The Search for Spock13:14 Movie #9: Conan the Destroyer19:12 Movie #8: Cannonball Run II24:57 Movie #7: Bachelor Party36:48 Movie #6: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom48:16 A Father's Guilt and Play Date Trivia48:45 1984 Movie Trivia Challenge53:41 Karate Kid: A Deep Dive01:03:59 The Muppets Take Manhattan01:09:33 The Last Starfighter: A Forgotten Gem01:13:39 Gremlins: A Christmas Classic?01:20:12 Ghostbusters: The Ultimate 80s Blockbuster01:26:24 Top 10 Movies Recap and Substitution

Find Yourself In ’82: Cougar, Asia, Loverboy’s Butt?

In this nostalgic episode of 'Past Tens, a Top 10 Time Machine', hosts Dave and Milt transport listeners back to July 1982, exploring the Billboard Top 10 hits and top albums of the week. They discuss enduring classics from artists like John Cougar (Mellencamp?), Van Halen, and the Rolling Stones. Highlights include "The Loverboy Teen Butt Album Cover Story," and a Jeopardy-style quiz segment. Additionally, the hosts offer their own favorite picks, adding a personal twist to the musical lineup. Tune in for an engaging deep dive into music history filled with humor, debates, nachos, cocktails, lots of full frontal nudity, and unexpected stories.Topics00:47 Aging and Colonoscopy Tales!03:14 Patriotism Pod Recap04:17 Upcoming Weekend Plans05:16 Listener Reviews and Feedback06:24 Time Machine to July 3rd, 198229:33 John Cougar's Breakthrough Album37:35 Nostalgic TV Memories38:09 Johnny C's Career and Music39:18 David Lee Roth's Era40:46 Van Halen's Diver Down Album48:35 Rolling Stones' Live Albums53:53 Jeopardy! Style Music Quiz01:01:48 Toto's Grammy-Winning Album01:09:52 Human League's Synth-Pop Impact01:15:06 Willie Nelson's Pop Breakthrough01:16:04 Cover Versions and Collaborations01:19:21 Willie Nelson's Humor and Legacy01:24:15 Paul McCartney's Tug of War01:30:20 Asia's Debut Album01:38:04 Recap and Reflections

Best USA Songs: America, F*ck Yeah!

HERE’S YOUR JULY 4 PLAYLIST:https://open.spotify.com/playlist/69DYFfVPqQh4PoPBVuI75n?si=019c5f38c6ea4003In this special Independence Day episode of Past Tens, hosts Dave and Milt delve into the top 10 greatest patriotic red, white, and blue songs of all time. They tally contributions from listeners, discuss the impact of each song, and even share amusing personal anecdotes. From Neil Diamond's 'America' to Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful,' the show is filled with iconic hits that celebrate the American spirit. The episode also touches on songs like 'Born in the USA' by Bruce Springsteen, Mellencamp classics, and even a comedic take with Team America's 'America, F*** Yeah.' Whether it's patriotic anthems or songs that capture the essence of American culture, this episode has it all. Tune in for a lively countdown that will surely get your 4th of July off to a great start. Now go have a hot dog. F Yeah!Topics00:52 Celebrating Independence Day01:42 Top 10 Patriotic Songs Countdown Begins04:19 Discussing the Songs and Their Rankings05:59 Diving Deeper into the Top Patriotic Songs25:41 Marvin Gaye's Iconic National Anthem29:40 James Brown's 'Living in America' Breakdown32:45 Dan Hartman's Version of 'Living in America'35:49 Neil Diamond's 'America' and Its Impact40:17 Patriotic Songs: Hits and Misses50:33 Bruce Springsteen's 'Born in the USA' Debate56:46 Ray Charles' 'America the Beautiful' Finale01:01:13 Closing Remarks and 4th of July Wishes

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Dave and Milt take listeners on a nostalgic journey through the Billboard Top 10 hits from July 3, 1971. The duo discusses and critiques songs like Ringo Starr’s 'It Don’t Come Easy', The Rolling Stones' classic ‘Brown Sugar’, and The Carpenters' 'Rainy Days and Mondays', while also spotlighting tracks by Jerry Reed, James Taylor, Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose, The Raiders, and Carole King. Amidst playful banter, Milt's love-hate relationship with certain tracks and Dave's critique of James Taylor’s style surface. By the way, a robot wrote this recap. Could you tell? I bet you couldn’t. The robots are winning. Kneel before us, humans. You have no chance. Anyway, the episode teems with humorous anecdotes, fascinating trivia—including John Loudermilk's fabricated story—an AI-generated musical playdate, and even a song substitution challenge featuring The James Gang. Listeners are treated to a vibrant mix of music history, critical assessments, and engaging storytelling.Topics:00:52 Milt’s Mysterious Disappearance and Catching Up01:55 Listener Feedback and Summer Songs05:17 Time Machine: July 3rd, 197114:42 Ringo Starr's Solo Success24:28 Jerry Reed's 'When You're Hot, You're Hot'33:04 James Taylor's 'You've Got a Friend'39:44 AI and Music: A Fun Experiment42:12 Guessing the Song Lyrics43:05 Struggling with Song Recognition43:24 More Song Challenges44:46 Tough Song Lyrics45:32 Iconic Bands and Tough Lyrics47:51 Television Theme Songs48:21 Final Song Challenge49:22 Reflecting on the Challenge50:36 Discussing 'Brown Sugar'52:27 Bad Remake Alert54:19 The Want Ads01:02:14 Hamilton, Joe Frank, and Reynolds01:08:15 Rainy Days and Mondays01:16:03 Treat Her Like a Lady01:17:08 Introduction to Cornelius Brothers and Sister Rose01:17:13 The Story Behind the Band Name01:17:50 Musical Success and Disappearance01:18:23 Anchorman and the Iconic Song01:20:44 Discussing the Raiders and Native American Themes01:24:25 The Controversial Story of 'Indian Reservation'01:30:16 Carole King's 'It's Too Late'01:38:35 Recap and Reflections on the Top Songs01:54:54 Final Thoughts and Sign-Off