Bongo Johnny

Sometimes It's A Rocky Road

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 20:54:02 GMT

Volume 68 gives us faith that there are better days ahead. Let's hope that what seems bad now will all come out well in the end.

Somebody Else's Wants and Needs

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 21:35:44 GMT

On Volume 67 we play some music based on some very specific subjects. Tell somebody you want it and need it.

Stormy Times And Youthful Days

Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:36:28 GMT

Ike, younger days and changes are on tap for volume 66. Drink up.

Labor Day 2008

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 07:29:18 GMT

On volume 65 of Radio Free Bongo it's a Labor Day theme. We try to work smart, not hard.

Tales Of The Rails

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 02:40:20 GMT

All aboard for volume 64 of Radio Free Bongo. Were riding that magic carpet made of steel.

Happy 65th, Mick

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 04:02:09 GMT

Mick Jagger turns 65! Volume 63 of Radio Free Bongo salutes the new "Senior Citizen" with an hour long tribute. Let's get some satisfaction!

More 45's Of The 60's

Sat, 19 Jul 2008 01:43:17 GMT

Volume 62 of Radio Free Bongo plays more "hot wax" hits put out from 1963-1968. Put another dime in the jukebox.

Red Lights And The Fourth Of July

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:47:24 GMT

July 4th fireworks on Volume 62 of Radio Free Bongo. Tales of The World's Oldest Profession and The Land Of The Free.

Covering Bob Dylan

Fri, 13 Jun 2008 23:36:51 GMT

On Volume 60 of Radio Free Bongo, I'm playing Dylan but I'm NOT playing Dylan. Confused? So am I.

Magic And Voodoo Economics

Tue, 27 May 2008 19:14:27 GMT

It's hocus pocus and tough times on volume 59 of Radio Free Bongo. Presto!

Hard-Hearted, Nosey Truckers

Mon, 12 May 2008 02:51:17 GMT

Three themes in one podcast. Radio Free Bongo gives you more for your money.

Superman, God and Other Heroes

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 18:55:51 GMT

Volume 57 of Radio Free Bongo takes to the air with tales of Super Heroes, Religion and Pop Songs. Let us pray.

Let There Be Country

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 01:12:37 GMT

On Volume 56 of Radio Free Bongo we offer 2 kinds of music, Country AND Western. Caution! Some of these songs just might take you back. Hang on to your Ten Gallon hat.

Next Stop, Greenwich Village

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 18:41:34 GMT

Volume 55 of Radio Free Bongo takes you to New York City's Greenwich Village in the early 60's and plays the music from some of the many musicians who got their start there.

1967 Part 2

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 19:40:43 GMT

There just wasn't enough time to play all my 1967 favorites on the last episode so Volume 54 will take it from here. Right on!

1967

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 19:35:37 GMT

Volume 53 of Radio Free Bongo explores some of the great music released during the year of 1967. Flower Power to the people.

It's All In The Name

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 23:59:45 GMT

On volume 52 of Radio Free Bongo we're taking names and kicking ass. With your host What's-His-Name.

Bongo Johnny Rides Again

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 03:39:29 GMT

Volume 51 of Radio Free Bongo goes all over the place. Enjoy the ride.

The 50th Episode Show

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 02:08:15 GMT

On volume 50 of Radio Free Bongo we celebrate this special occasion with a special guest. More hi jinx than an episode of "Leave It To Beaver". Check it out.

Let It Rock

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 12:47:31 GMT

Rock And Roll is King. Or at least it used to be. Volume 49 of Radio Free Bongo has rock in it's heart and rocks in it's head.

Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Night.

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 21:35:30 GMT

In baseball, that means striking out a batter on three pitches. On Volume 48 of Radio Free Bongo, that means we play songs for the morning, songs for the afternoon and songs for the night. Have a nice day!

Sex, Lies But No Videotape

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:26:28 GMT

Volume 47 of Radio Free Bongo sends out a dedication. But I wouldn't want it sent to me.

Labor Day

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 18:23:08 GMT

Volume 46 of Radio Free Bongo starts out with a salute to Labor Day. Then we reflect back on the summer in pictures and end up with some hearsay.

Bad Times, Good Times

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 15:08:04 GMT

Recent events on the East Coast are on the menu for Volume 45 of Radio Free Bongo. You'll be blown away.

A Mid-Summer Night's Madness

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 22:38:50 GMT

Volume 44 of Radio Free Bongo covers....well, listen and find out!

The Dr. Debongo Show

Thu, 12 Jul 2007 01:45:47 GMT

A little tribute to the wackier side of 60's-70's radio. WHOOOO-HA!

45's Of The 60's

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:01:59 GMT

On volume 42 of RFB, we bring back the days of the venerable 45RPM record by playing various 45's released from 1962-1968. Move to the groove(s)!

The High and the Mighty

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 01:23:35 GMT

We open with some songs to get you high. We close with some mighty tough hombres. In between we play some "colorful" songs. It's volume 41 of Radio Free Bongo.

Getting Your Phil

Fri, 11 May 2007 23:16:27 GMT

We open with a little "tribute" to musical bad boy Phil Spector. Then we wing it from there.Volume 40 of Radio Free Bongo is on the air.

Professions

Fri, 27 Apr 2007 23:45:31 GMT

On Volume 39 of RFB, Bongo Johnny is back and playing songs about three specific professions. Doctors, Judges and a hot topic of the 60's...Spies. Get a job!

Another Bonehead Show

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 01:43:34 GMT

Because of the overwhelming public response to his first fill-in show, Randy Bone is back to do another one. OK, truth is I was too lazy to do my own podcast. Take it away, Bone.

I Got The Blues....Again

Sat, 07 Apr 2007 22:48:38 GMT

Radio Free Bongo returns to the Blues in Volume 37. We alternate between the "old timers" and the "newer guys". Mercy, mercy!

Across the Tracks

Sat, 24 Mar 2007 22:38:41 GMT

Up with the poor and down with the rich. Then we go up in flames. Volume 36 of RFB is on the air.

The One Year Anniversary Show

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 23:35:37 GMT

Radio Free Bongo is one year old today. Come celebrate with Volume 35.

A Bonehead Show

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 00:35:46 GMT

Bongo Johnny goes on Sabbatical. Randy Bone takes the reins of Radio Free Bongo for Volume 34. God help us all!

February Shivers

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 23:12:29 GMT

Volume 33 of RFB starts off with a tribute to "The Day The Music Died" and follow that up with a birthday shout to a Reggae legend. Then we give the Colts their championship due. We end up with a 60's psychedelic classic. Far out, man!

Africa Screams and Other Noises

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:30:06 GMT

We start off in the jungles of Africa. Next we check out some shady characters and then get dressed to the nines. Look sharp.

Frankly, My Dear....

Thu, 18 Jan 2007 02:23:22 GMT

For Volume 31 of Radio Free Bongo we look at guys who lose that loving feeling...and others who get it back.Can't live with em, can't live without em.

Winter

Sat, 30 Dec 2006 05:35:12 GMT

For volume 30 of Radio Free Bongo we welcome winter. Like we have any choice. Then we start planning our winter vacation. Bundle up.

The Christmas Special

Mon, 25 Dec 2006 20:35:01 GMT

Giving you a Radio Free Bongo Christmas present on this Christmas morning. Wishing you the best and Peace On Earth.

John, Keith And Frank

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 02:29:24 GMT

On Volume 29 of Radio Free Bongo, December is the time to pay tribute to three "big guns" of Sixties music. Also,tis the season to be jolly. Happy Holidays to all and thanks for your support.

On The Radio

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 22:53:57 GMT

On Volume 28 of Radio Free Bongo we remember listening to the radio back in the 60's and celebrate it with some"radio songs". Then come the musicians who make the music. Tune in and drop out.

Thanks-giving

Mon, 20 Nov 2006 23:06:42 GMT

On Volume 27 of Radio Free Bongo we give thanks for good music and play a "traditional" Thanksgiving song. We've got the turkey right here for you. Enjoy.

The Halloween/Election Day Special

Tue, 31 Oct 2006 00:02:12 GMT

Growing up in Brooklyn, the scariest day used to be Halloween. Now as an adult, Election Day is getting to be just as scary. Volume 26 of Radio Free Bongo looks at both of these frightening days. Boo!

Must We Argue?....Yes!

Fri, 20 Oct 2006 00:28:21 GMT

Episode 25 of Radio Free Bongo asks the musical question. Can't we all just get along? I guess that's not going to happen so let's have a good arguement. After that we'll go home.

War And Piece

Sat, 07 Oct 2006 00:02:07 GMT

Volume 24 of Radio Free Bongo is on the Air. Get your rifles, ammo belts and grenades. There's 18,000 Chinese over that hill...Sorry. It's just a flashback from an encounter in Washington Square Park in 1968.

Real Country

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 22:16:53 GMT

You've heard "Faux Country" on Podcast #20. Well now you'll hear some "Real Country". Classic country artists and some of the newer stars are featured on Podcast #23. Gawwwly!

Life's A (Radio)Circus

Fri, 15 Sep 2006 23:50:51 GMT

We start with a lttle circus music for our brother Podcaster, Old Leadfoot. Then we hear some fast talking artists. Finally we end up in Outer Space. Next stop, The Moon for a visit with Alice K.

School Daze

Tue, 05 Sep 2006 22:47:01 GMT

On Episode XXI we go back to school and reminisce. Then pay tribute to us "Old Fogies". Also we look at love and loss. The summer is almost over and fall is upon us.

Faux Country

Fri, 25 Aug 2006 23:28:16 GMT

Volume XX of Radio Free Bongo, we play some Country music from artists not known for that genre. In other words "Faux Country". It's like riding a mechanical bull. Not quite the real thing. But with the same kick. YEE-HA!

Passings

Tue, 15 Aug 2006 13:57:13 GMT

It seems that lately we are always paying tribute to artists who have passed away. Well, we have two more to note on this episode of RFB. And while we're at it, let's cover the whole "passing" subject.
Requiem En Parchem.

Son Of Radio Free Bongo

Fri, 04 Aug 2006 12:51:03 GMT

Well, The Studio is is need of some quick cash so they've decided to roll out another sequel to the sequel "The Bride Of Radio Free Bongo". Filled with thrills and chills, it promises not to keep you awake. Pass the popcorn and the No-Doz.

If It's Tuesday, This Must Be......

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 23:53:06 GMT

First we start off in England. Then we hop across The Pond to New York and the East Coast for a short stay. After that it's off to California. Then it's back to good old New York City. You'll earn plenty of Sky Miles on this trip.

Sex, Drugs And Rock And Roll

Fri, 14 Jul 2006 22:20:35 GMT

On this edition of Radio Free Bongo,we dedicate a song to the World Cup winning Italian Soccer Team...and what a song it is! Then we get into some popular happenings during the 60's. Sex,drugs and Rock And Roll. The debauchery is on me.Enjoy.

The Early Days

Wed, 05 Jul 2006 01:24:16 GMT

In this episode, Radio Free Bongo looks at TV theme music from the 50's and early 60's. Then we hear from some artists who started slow but came on strong later. We feature early rock bands in Volume XV. Rock on!

In The Good Old Summertime

Sat, 24 Jun 2006 22:15:45 GMT

Volume XIV of Radio Free Bongo plays some hot summer songs,cools down by the water and then gets hot again. Ole! Happy Summer.

Crime, Punishment And Ships At Sea

Thu, 15 Jun 2006 23:34:17 GMT

Musical selections about Law and Order and life on the High Seas. Volume XIII of Radio Free Bongo is about to set sail.

Soul Of The Sixties

Fri, 02 Jun 2006 22:28:37 GMT

Volume XII of RFB shows it's Soul. Motown soul,that is. Born in the 60's. Lots of memories here. Testify!

Pioneers

Mon, 22 May 2006 21:34:28 GMT

Volume XI of Radio Free Bongo explores some of the pioneers of the 60's and their groundbreaking music. Also a birthday salute to one of Music's true pioneers.

What's In a Name?

Fri, 12 May 2006 23:35:16 GMT

Volume 10 of Radio Free Bongo starts off with a set dedicated to Donovan Leitch for his birthday. Then, we get into some good old fashion name calling(tongue in cheek,of course). And finally if you've got the time,I got the music. What did you call me?

Planes, Trains And Automobiles

Fri, 05 May 2006 22:36:37 GMT

With apologies to Steve Martin and the late John Candy, Volume IX of Radio Free Bongo deals with these different modes of transportation,Sixties-style.All aboard!

Ladies Night

Fri, 28 Apr 2006 22:45:47 GMT

It's Ladies Night and first we have the ladies singing their songs. Then we have the men on the ladies. That doesn't sound right, does it? Actually,the men sing about the ladies. Dollar drinks for all.

Those Wacky Sixties (Part 2)

Fri, 21 Apr 2006 22:19:35 GMT

Back to the 60's (and 70's). Giving the Devil His due. The Drug Culture,Peace And Love. Let the Sun shine in,you hippie freaks.

Those Wacky Sixties

Fri, 14 Apr 2006 22:47:14 GMT

Some unusual songs from the late 50's and 60's. Protest songs and remembering the late Phil Ochs and Gene Pitney. Enjoy,enjoy.

I Got The Blues

Sat, 08 Apr 2006 00:02:16 GMT

Volume V Of Radio Free Bongo feaures The Blues from start to finish. Nough said.

Let The Games Begin

Fri, 31 Mar 2006 23:54:51 GMT

Volume IV of Radio Free Bongo celebrating the opening of the Major League Baseball season, a tribute to the late Buck Owens and some rockin' dance music.Try it, you'll like it.

Who Are You?

Sat, 25 Mar 2006 01:42:44 GMT

Volume III of Radio Free Bongo asks who are you and what's important to you. Also some live material and songs with a New York connection.

The Bride Of Radio Free Bongo

Sat, 18 Mar 2006 00:03:31 GMT

Like a bad sequel to a horror film, Radio Free Bongo is back to strike at your aural senses. Be afraid, be very afraid.

Welcome to The Show

Fri, 10 Mar 2006 23:14:01 GMT

The launch of Radio Free Bongo. Playing the more obscure music from the 60's and 70's. Take a trip back in time with your host Bongo Johnny.