HODGEPOD with Rob Fredette

DIE HARD (1988) I HAVE A MACHINE GUN HO! HO! HO!

In the first of 2 episodes, Hodgepod with Rob Fredette looks back at the movie Die Hard. Rob and Shawn Donovan talk about John McClane played by Bruce Willis and Hans Gruber played by Alan Rickman.Rob and Shawn discuss:-Bruce Willis cast perfectly as John McClane-Alan Rickman as Hans Gruber in his first feature film.-How Hans Gruber made the movie what it is-Movies in 1988 that Die Hard competed against-How this movie was different than most action films and how Die Hard changed the action film genre-How humor was inserted perfectly during tense scenes-How critics gave their reviews good and bad-Hans terrorist team-Great scenes that flowed perfectlyhttps://bestlifeonline.com/die-hard-facts/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095016/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Die_Hardhttps://www.reelviews.net/reelviews/die-hardhttps://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/die-hard-1988https://leonardmaltin.com/die-hard-1988/Directed byJohn McTiernanScreenplay by• Jeb Stuart• Steven E. de SouzaBased onNothing Lasts Foreverby Roderick ThorpProduced by• Lawrence Gordon• Joel Silver

ENCORE EPISODE -MEMPHIS HOOPS.WITH AUTHOR KEITH B WOOD

Encore Episode 
Memphis Hoops is the first episode for HODGEPOD. Author Keith B Wood joined HODGEPOD August 14th to discuss Memphis State Basketball with the Larry Finch putting the city on his shoulders from Melrose High School to guiding Memphis State as a player to the Final Four in 1973. Eventually Finch became Head Coach for the MSU in 1986. Even through his firing from Memphis he loved Memphis. Rob and Keith discuss Larry Finch’s influence on Penny Hardaway. If you love Memphis Tiger Basketball this episode is for you.
Thank you to Keith B Wood for being my first guest on my first episode on HODGEPOD. 
Recorded 6/20/2022
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Talking a little New England Patriots history and the Boston pro sports scene with Bill Burt of the Lawrence Eagle Tribuine

Lawrence Eagle Tribune Executive Sports Editor Bill Burt joins HODGEPOD and gives tremendous insight and historical perspective on the New England Patriots in their different stages from the 1980's through today in 2022.
Rob and Bill discuss:
*The 1980's 
*The lean years from 1989-1992
*Bill Parcells being named Head Coach in 1993 and the change in dynamic for the franchise.
*Tom Brady and his ascending role as QB
*How the Patriots changed the mindset for all the pro franchises 
*The success under Belichick, Brady and the organization
*The departure of Tom Brady
*The current state of the team
*The Boston pro sports scene with World Championships
If love the New England Patriots and the Boston pro sports scene, this will be a nice listen.
Thank you to Bill Burt.
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Interview recorded 12/13/2022.
You can read Bill Burt at www.eagletrubune.com or @BurtTalksSports on Twitter. 
 
 
 
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**HEY, HEY, HEY WE’RE THE MONKEES 2.0!!! **A LOOK BACK AT THE 1986 TOUR AND OTHER COOLTIDBITS- NEW EPISOD

Rob is joined by Linda Groundwater for a new episode about The Monkees. In 1986 The Monkees embarked on a successful 144 date tour. Rob and Linda talk:
*1986 Tour and the reception from their 60's fans and new fans in the 80's
*How The Monkees were pioneers in music videos
*Reviews from critics in 1986
*How Jimi Hendrix warmed up for The Monkees for dates in 1967
*MIckey Dolenz and Alice Cooper with the Hollywood Vampires
*How they were relevant with A List musician's from the 60’s and beyond
*And other fun tidbits :)
https://www.monkeeslivealmanac.com/1986-20th-anniversary-north-american-tour.html
https://www.latimes.com/archives/blogs/pop-hiss/story/2012-02-29/from-run-dmc-to-u2-the-durability-of-the-monkees-davy-jones
https://monkeessessionography.tripod.com/86_89.html
https://thestubcollection.wordpress.co
 
https://thestubcollection.wordpress.co
The Monkees on CNN "Take 2" (May 29,1986)
Episode recorded 12-10-22
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JOHNNY CASH-THE MAN IN BLACK SOLD 90 MILLION ALBUMS

Rob is joined by Dave Killibrew as they talk Johnny Cash who has a legacy that still resonates today. They discuss Cash's career, his legacy and how he is still  popular. Cash lived in Memphis for a bit and worked hard to get a chance. That chance taken on him sold 90 million albums while performing in 4,300 concerts or shows. Dave gave tremendous insight as he was and still is a great fan of Cash.
Another episode is more than likely in the future.
Learn more about Johnny Cash.
 
https://www.thisismysouth.com/johnny-cash-landmarks/
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/johnny-cash-elvis-presley-impression-heartbreak-hotel/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Cash_albums_discography
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-country/johnny-cash-website-music-tour-862905/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2dRBNTJCpCM 1993 The Academy of Achievement Interview
 
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HEY, HEY, HEY WE’RE THE MONKEES!! EXTREMELY SUCCESSFUL BAND THAT SOLD MILLIONS OF ALBUMS IN THE 1960’S

EPISODE 16
Rob is joined by Linda Groudwater as they talk about the enormously successful band The Monkees . A television show which aired from 1966-1968 saw this band sell millions of albums. Linda provided tremendous insight and facts on their meteorite rise. Rob and Linda discuss the albums, songs, and band members Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork, Michael Nesmith and Davy Jones. If you are a Monkees fan this episode is for you.
 
UPCOMING EPISODES
JOHNNY CASH- A LOOK BACK AT HIS CAREER
PAMELA SMART MURDER TRIAL-EARLY 1990'S
A LOOK BACK AT DIE HARD 1988
THANK YOU BELOW
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Monkees
https://littlethings.com/lifestyle/facts-about-the-monkees
https://www.metv.com/lists/10-things-you-might-not-know-about-the-monkees
https://www.cheatsheet.com/entertainment/peter-tork-said-1-the-monkees-songs-recorded-like-the-beatles-free-as-a-bird.html/
 
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VETERANS DAY SPECIAL EPISODE ”THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE”

Rob is joined by Colonel Craig Wonson who served in The Marines. Colonel Wonson gives tremendous insight serving our country and the importance of Veterans Days.
Thank you to all who have served and who are serving our country to allow us the life and freedom we live everyday.
 
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library video clip
 

VAN HALEN ENCORE EPISODE-INFO AND TIDBITS ABOUT THE BAND

Rob and Shawn Donovan wrapped their sixth episode about VH with an encore episode as they discuss some stories,  and other tidbits about VH. This was fun going back and forth while thinking outside the box. You may learn something new. Listen while driving to work or for a quick walk.
***FRIDAY-NOVEMBER 11 (EPISODE 15-)Bonus episode on the history and significance of Veterans Day for those who served our country.
 
Rob and Shawn will be back in the early part of December as they will talk about Die Hard starring Bruce Willis. If you love Die Hard this will be a must listen.
1982 ROCKLINE
1992 ROCKLINE
 
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1997 WORLD SERIES- FLORIDA MARLINS AND CLEVELAND INDIANS GO THE DISTANCE IN THE ANOTHER DRAMATIC SEVEN GAMES SERIES

Rob is joined by Jim Fischer again as they talk about the 1997 World Series between the Florida Marlins and Cleveland Indians. Jim and I worked at Pro Player Stadium during the Marlins playoff run which they won after five years becoming an expansion team. The Marlins were built for the playoffs while the Indians were built with their rich farm system. They discuss the teams, the time in Miami with the  playoffs and World Series. They also discussed baseball in Miami and Tampa and what the future may hold and some other baseball tidbits.
***PODCAST NOTE*** The Van Halen encore episode will drop Monday November 7th with Rob Fredette and Shawn Donovan.
www.baseballrefernce.com
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BONUS EPISODE-1991WORLD SERIES- MINNESOTA TWINS AND ATLANTA BRAVES GO FROM WORST TO FIRST IN ONE FO THE GREATEST 7 GAMES WORLED SERIES EVER

Rob is joined by Jim Fischer as they look back at the 1991 World Series. The Minnesota Twins and Atlanta Braves went from worst in 1990 to first in place in 1991. This seven game series saw each team win at home. Game 6 and Game 7 were extra inning games   that the Twins won in dramatic fashion. Jim was at games 6 and 7 and he shared his thoughts and memories. Rob and Jim talk about Kirby Puckett, the start of the playoff run for the Braves and lineups of both teams. This World Series could be considered as one of the Greatest of All Time.
If you are a baseball fan, you wlll like this episode.
www. baseball reference.com
CBS Sports 
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