Ric Chetter - From Radioland

So, you want to be a rock star? In this special episode, Dirty D takes over with a conversation with Michael Wagener. Music producer to the stars. You learn what it takes to achieve some sense of stardom in this conversation. This was recorded from a previous live broadcast on Radio Memphis.

NEXT WEEK: Why is everyone so worked up?

Newton Minow once famously said that television is a "vast wasteland". Perhaps truer words have never been spoken, especially in today's atmosphere of the broadcast medium. One cursory look at what is on or, what is not on, proves that point. In this episode, Ric takes a look at the shifts in late night television and the state of broadcast television in this day.

NEXT WEEK: Michael Wagener, record producer to the stars.

This episode my best served on the rocks. Ric suggests that you might want to have an alcoholic beverage as you listen to this episode so he won't be drinking alone. Along the way, he will discuss some of the interesting and darker parts of the business of show business.

NEXT WEEK: All these channels and there still ain't shit on TV.

In their continuing conversation with Howard Grimes, Ric, Jeff and Mark learn more about the history of Memphis music from the man who was there from the beginning. Also, in this episode you will hear what drove Howard to his faith and how he survived a near death experience.

Note: The music featured in this episode is courtesy of Howard Grimes and is used with permission.

NEXT WEEK: Having a drink with Ric.

Somewhere in your record collection, you may have a ton of stuff from Memphis. The classic Memphis Soul Stew stuff. Hi Records, Stax, Al Green and Willie Mitchell. Playing drums on literally countless of those records was Howard Grimes. We were presented the chance to sit down with Mr. Grimes to talk about those early days of Memphis music with one of the guys who were responsible for that very sound. Recorded live on the air at Radio Memphis, Ric, Jeff Janovetz and Mark Caldwell have this wonderful conversation with Mr. Grimes.

Note: The music featured in this episode is courtesy of Howard Grimes and is used with permission.

NEXT WEEK: Howard Grimes - Part 2

Ric had to run some errands. It didn't go well initially. But, things turned out just fine when he found what he thought was quite the lucky find. In this episode, Ric talks about those big box home improvement stores and the strange oasis that can be the grocery store. Yes, there will be beer, eventually.

NEXT WEEK: Part 1 of 2. A conversation with Howard Grimes.

Radio Memphis has been blessed to have the acquaintance with Brad Dunn. Brad is the nephew of the great bass player Duck Dunn. Brad has been instrumental in helping Radio Memphis do what it does and we finally got the chance to sit down, on the air at Radio Memphis to discuss the business of Memphis music. Joining Ric in this episode is Dianna Fryer and Jeff Janovetz. 

NEXT WEEK: A trip to the grocery store yields an interesting find.

Something about our society lends itself into making stupid people famous. Most celebrities you know of are not that bright, seemingly. In this episode, Ric takes a look at what makes this phenomenon work. Not just the people you see in the movie theaters or your television, but all this begs the talk, just how stupid are our famous politicians?

NEXT WEEK: Brad Dunn and the business of Memphis music. 

We have all seen the stuff online that says you need to click here for this or that. Lists are fun, sure. But, ever notice that each thing on some lists go to different page? Annoying for sure. There is a reason for that madness and in this episode, Ric looks into the whole concept of clickbait. You best be careful where you put your finger or you might wind up looking at something you can never un-see.

NEXT WEEK: Making stupid people famous. Stop it.

There is an old adage, "Quitters never win and winners never quit." The truth behind that statement is harder than just the folksy vibe it instills. In this episode, Ric talks about sacrifice, suffering, adapting to the current changes in our world today. The world is a cruel and hard place. It hasn't been easy for Ric and his crew. But here is the thing about this episode, we aren't the only ones who suffer and strive for some success. Some of you might be as well. As Ric talks about his situations, you might find some real common ground here. Is the doctor in? Yes. A bunch of doctors, you.

NEXT WEEK: Extra! Extra! Read All About It!... Or not.