Sometimes It Do Be Like That

In this episode, Ric takes a few moments to talk about the passing of Dianna Fryer. Also, a celebration of her life will happen on live radio at Radio Memphis very soon. All the details are in this episode. 

NEXT WEEK: The Crazy Parade

You Are So Meta

Facebook (in their infinite wisdom) has decided to re-brand themselves. In this episode, Ric takes a look at how smart this may be. Or as the conclusion gets drawn here, how very stupid this idea is. After all, lipstick on a pig is nothing more than a pig wearing lipstick. Does this plan ever work? Is changing your name to avoid controversy ever a good idea? The answer to both of those questions is a simple "no". 

Ric will explain as he has been a part of a very similar thing and the end result was still the same. No matter how far you can run from your roots, you are still the same thing. You might be wearing lipstick while you are running but, you are still a pig. Which brings up the notion regarding social media. You are the product.

NEXT WEEK: The Crazy Parade

The Radioland 400

 For over seven years, Ric has sat down and delivered 400 episodes of From Radioland. In this, the 400th episode, Ric takes a look back at how this show has evolved over those years. He also spends a bit of time explaining the importance of a legitimate human connection that can be made through a format such as this or through live radio. 

Although the internet has been the great leveler of playing fields, the one true notion that remains the same and is just as important than ever is the connection that can be made when one simply listens to another.

NEXT WEEK: Gullible

Rob Jankowski

 In this episode, Ric sits down with writer, director, and actor Rob Jankowski as he discusses his new film. Attached: Paranormal is out and if you are a fan of horror films, this one is certainly for you. During this conversation, you'll hear how this film was made and what it takes to make a good film within this genre. Rob not only directs this film, he wrote and stars in it which allows him quite a bit of control when it comes to shooting a sizable movie like this. 

Also, Ric has algebra woes. Plus the idea of this year being the breakout year for the return of Krampus gets floated.

NEXT WEEK: This Space For Rent

 

Luka James

 Luka James is an artist in a true sense of the term. His medium is music and his approach is rather different. He brings a nice bit of positivity to an otherwise dreary world. In this episode, Ric sits down with the artist to talk about creativity, the songwriting process, as well as the techniques he uses to record his material. You'll also hear about how he became the student of Bobby McFerrin and learn how the impact of one artist can make all the difference. 

Plus, Ric tells you about the good news coming in regards to the pandemic. Also, the Radio Memphis Merch store is open for business.

NEXT WEEK: Rob Jankowski