Author: Scott Westerman
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Pandemic Lessons
The last year has taught us to treasure every single hug, to make a memory of every smile and to place experience ahead of possessions.
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31 Days of Faves: Lovin’ Spoonful – Summer in the City
If there ever was a tune that channeled the feel of 1966, The Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Summer in the City” is it.
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31 Days of Faves: Reunion – Life is a Rock But the Radio Rolled Me
#31 – Reunion – Life is a Rock But the Radio Rolled Me: Between 1964 and 1967, a subset of pop music that generated a huge following was labeled “Bubblegum”. It’s upbeat vibe with simple lyrics and singable melodies were targeted at the pre-teen / teenager market. 1910 Fruitgum Company, Ohio Express, The Lemon Pipers,…
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The Little Things
Sustaining any relationship over the long haul requires work.The secret to 44 years together: “Never stop doing what you did to win her in the first place.”
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Our Love Affair with Royalty
We love royalty. It’s easy to forget that true royal service is a lifelong burden. And even in the castle, happily ever after only exists in fairy tales.
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Navigating The Storm
We are each a tempest of advantage and flaws. How we play the cards life deals determines our fate. Empathy for the struggles of others defines our legacy.
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Countdown Saturday – April 3, 1972
This week’s Countdown Saturday takes us to Chicago, where WLS and WCFL were locked in a perennial battle for number one.
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Arnold Zenker’s 13 Days of Fame on the CBS Evening News
This week in 1967, Arnold Zenker replaced “The Most Trusted Man on Television” when Walter Cronkite went on strike.
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Accountability Buddies
Have you ever noticed how things seem to get done when you have an accountability buddy? The toughest roads are a little less bumpy when you’re not traveling alone.
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Countdown Saturday – March 27, 1967
It’s Countdown Saturday! Here’s the backstory on the Top 13 hits from the WKNR Music Guide for the week ending March 27, 1967.