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Episodes
Jul 31, 2016
Jul 31, 2016
35 min
It's a term you have probably heard a million times. There are a lot of people out there who think there is a shortcut to success in show business. The fact of the matter is simply that there is not. You have to work your ass off and "pay your dues". What does that mean and how much are your dues? Ric explains in this episode. Plus music from Heels.
Jul 24, 2016
Jul 24, 2016
34 min
The state of the entertainment industry is at an interesting place. Once again, the internet has made show business accessible to everyone. But, not everyone is entertaining. In this episode, Ric takes a look at the internet famous and examines the differences between professional entertainers and those who aren't. Plus, music from Every Mother's Nightmare.
Jul 17, 2016
Jul 17, 2016
35 min
The broadcasting industry is in a state of upheaval. As a result, there are a lot of people who think they have what it takes to make it in this business. The truth is, it's not everyone. There are a lot of internet radio stations out there. Most of them suck. Badly. In this episode, Ric lashes out at the people who think they are broadcasting professionals when they are exactly the opposite. Plus, music from Anthony Anthamatten & The Talented F'n Maniacs.
NEXT WEEK: The Scourge of the Internet Famous. Music from Every Mother's Nightmare.
Jul 10, 2016
Jul 10, 2016
34 min
Ric has often said that adults are nothing more than children with mortgages. Apparently, being an adult these days is tough to be. For some of you adults out there, it is downright impossible. Looking at the current crop of our newest adults, this seems to be rather accurate. In other words, we are living among a generation of morons. Plus, music from Chees Kees.
Jul 3, 2016
Jul 3, 2016
34 min
Radio Memphis has been on the air five years now. In this episode, Ric looks back over those five years with all the ups and downs, wins and losses and what is planned in the future. He also talks a little about the history of this show. Also in this episode, music from La Pistola.
Jun 26, 2016
Jun 26, 2016
30 min
There are vast differences in the style of posts you see across various social media platforms. The king of these of course, is Facebook. In this episode, Ric looks at those difference and what some people post as being acceptable. Or not, as the case may be. Also in this episode, music from Nutbush Superstar.
Jun 19, 2016
Jun 19, 2016
34 min
How much of your privacy are you willing to sacrifice for your own security? That is the question Ric asks in this episode. Your assumption to privacy disappears when you are in public, but at home? Speaking of cameras, this episode is the first to be published on YouTube. Plus, music from Mike Dees.
Jun 12, 2016
Jun 12, 2016
37 min
If it is one thing Ric can do, it is to stir the pot. Metaphorically speaking, that is. This episode is no different. Using the tactic of "The Conversational Hand Grenade", Ric will shine a light on the hypocrisy existing in social media by making a simple statement. It was not designed to do anything more than provoke a thought. Nothing more. Plus, music from Pengea.
Jun 5, 2016
Jun 5, 2016
31 min
Many people have describe the internet as "the great leveler". Meaning the mere presence of the web levels the playing field and gives us all some power over just about anything. In this episode, Ric talks about the power of the critic. There are problems with this, of course. Ric explains the trials and tribulations of speaking one's mind on the world wide web. Plus, music from Heather Bond.
May 29, 2016
May 29, 2016
33 min
Long time fans of this show know one thing, Ric often says unpopular things. His intent is not to sway your opinion mind you, it is merely to present a different view of looking at something. In this episode, Ric will tell you why he believes J.J. Abrams is a complete monster. Plus, music from Solarflairs.