Best Don’t Touch That Dial Podcasts (2025)

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Characters Who Move Out 31:18

3d ago31:18

31:18

In this episode the guys talk about characters who graduate, get a job or get married and leave their home (and many who inevitably return home).By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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🎙️ Don’t Touch That Dial! | CLASSIC COOL RADIO Jingle (Official Teaser) 2:43

12d ago2:43

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🎙️ Don’t Touch That Dial… You’re tuned into CLASSIC COOL RADIO! Here’s our official jingle — a swinging salute to the golden age of radio and Hollywood. From Bogie & Bacall to Billie, Bing, Frank, Dean & Sammy from Broadway to Burbank — this is where rhythm meets nostalgia.By CLASSIC COOL Media

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A Nightmare on Elm Street 2:24:14

2d ago2:24:14

2:24:14

Whatever you do... don't fall asleep. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Wes Craven’s nightmarish vision that redefined the slasher film in A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). In this episode the guys slip into a waking dream to explore the surreal atmosphere and blood-soaked sheets that blurred the line between reality and nightmare, and the disturbi…

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7 Brain Surgeries, 1 Mission (Advocating for Invisible Condition Patients) | Jeff Pearson 50:12

3d ago50:12

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Jeff Pearson looks perfectly healthy—but his brain tells a very different story. In episode 276 of Gratitude Geek, host Kandas Rodarte chats with Jeff, a speaker, nonprofit founder, and host of Invisible Condition on e360tv. Born with hydrocephalus, Jeff has endured seven brain surgeries, six of them in just over a decade. But instead of giving up,…

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Friday the 13th 2:32:58

9d ago2:32:58

2:32:58

You see, Jason was my son, and today is his birthday... Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Sean S. Cunningham’s low-budget slasher that sparked a franchise that refuses to die in Friday the 13th (1980). In this episode the guys journey to the shores of Crystal Lake to unpack how this Halloween ripoff perfected the genre with its brutal kills, bloody…

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Broadway Show Commercials 31:39

11d ago31:39

31:39

Join us at the Milford Plaza and discover why it is the Lullaby of Broadway! Our love of the theater started not on the Great White Way but on local NY commercials for Broadway shows during our favorite shows. Cats and Annie are just the start (and it's called cast recordings, not soundtracks!)By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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How to Rewrite Your Fear | Fletcher Ellingson 58:34

12d ago58:34

58:34

In this emotionally grounding episode of Gratitude Geek, Kandas Rodarte welcomes back author and mindset coach Fletcher Ellingson to explore how we can build emotional resilience in a world that feels increasingly chaotic. We dive into Fletcher’s signature framework from his book The Practice of Feeling Good — and unpack how fear is often just a st…

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Hollywood Dream for a Dime 10:35

15d ago10:35

10:35

A CLASSIC COOL Radiocast Episode Step into 1930s Hollywood — a land of dreams built on dimes and determination. Amid the hardship of the Great Depression, the movie studios rose like castles of fantasy, offering the world a dazzling escape through adventure, music, laughter, and innovation. Behind the velvet curtains, powerful moguls shaped a mythi…

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1939 – Hollywood on Fire (Video Edition) 11:15

15d ago11:15

11:15

Step back in time… 1939. War looms over Europe. The world teeters on the edge of chaos. And yet, in Hollywood, the dream factory burns brighter than ever. Join Sterling Blake, veteran journalist and radio voice of KWCCR, as he takes you behind the velvet curtain—into a year where movie screens sparkled with Technicolor fantasies, while reality grew…

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Suspiria 2:10:28

16d ago2:10:28

2:10:28

Susie, do you know anything about… witches? Join PJ and Derek as they peel back the blood-soaked curtains to reveal the kaleidoscopic madness of Dario Argento’s cult-classic Suspiria (1977). In this episode the guys descend into the film’s dreamlike narrative of the occult with a jarring color palette and Goblin’s nerve-shredding score that redefin…

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Let's Talk Tuttle - MAS*H's Most Elusive Character 34:00

18d ago34:00

34:00

In this episode, we explore one of our favorite episodes of M*A*S*H featuring Lieutenant Colonel Tuttle — the character who never existed but brought us big laughs and great memories.By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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The ONLY Video Strategy Female Solopreneurs Over 40 Need | Jason Zygadlo 49:30

19d ago49:30

49:30

Are you a female solopreneur over 40 looking to stand out in 2025? Discover how video can transform your business, build real connections, and help you shine in a crowded market—no matter what you’ve overcome. Jason Zygadlo joins me for episode 274 of Gratitude Geek to explore the power of personalized video, authentic branding, and how his nonprof…

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Halloween: Resurrection 2:05:34

23d ago2:05:34

2:05:34

Michael Myers is not a sound bite, a spin-off, a tie-in, some celebrity scandal. Michael Myers is a killer shark. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss director Rick Rosenthal’s reviled return to the franchise with Halloween: Resurrection (2002). In this episode the guys unpack the film’s infamous opening sequence, chaotic production, and the divisive …

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The Karate Kid 32:49

25d ago32:49

32:49

We go all the way back to 1984 for the iconic "Karate Kid" and then head to the 21st century to discuss the Cobra Kai streaming series. If you're an 80s kid (and had a crush on Elisabeth Shue) you won't want to miss it!By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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This is Why 99% of Creators Don’t Succeed on YouTube | Jake Thomas 47:53

26d ago47:53

47:53

If your YouTube titles aren’t getting clicks, your content isn’t getting seen. Period. In episode 273 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with Jake Thomas, the self-proclaimed YouTube title nerd behind CreatorHooks.com, who’s written 1,000s of titles responsible for nearly 100 million views. We unpack the psychology of why people click, how to avoid comm…

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1939 Hollywood on Fire 11:13

27d ago11:13

11:13

Step back in time... 1939. War looms over Europe. The world teeters on the edge of chaos. And yet, in Hollywood, the dream factory burns brighter than ever. Join Sterling Blake, veteran journalist and radio voice of KWCCR, as he takes you behind the velvet curtain—into a year where movie screens sparkled with Technicolor fantasies, while reality gr…

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Halloween H20: 20 Years Later 1:50:24

30d ago1:50:24

1:50:24

It just occurred to me today that I’ve never celebrated Halloween before. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Steve Miner’s restoration of the franchise’s roots with the return of Laurie Strode in Halloween H20: 20 Years Later (1998). In this episode the guys unpack how the film reimagines the final girl tropes through trauma and survival, reinvigora…

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SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT 1:55

1M ago1:55

1:55

Hello, Tone Setters and Volume Changers! We have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT! We will no longer be on this platform, we are going to RADIO! We need you guys to stay tuned as we keep you updated right here on this platform until we syndicate over to our NEW RADIO SHOW! Thank you guys for tuning in and for your continuous support! Keep riding with us as we st…

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Blansky’s Beauties: Classic TVs Famous Vegas Showgirls 29:57

1M ago29:57

29:57

The spotlight this week is on the short-lived spinoff Blansky’s Beauties, a hilarious sitcom that put Nancy Walker and her showgirls center stage in Sin City. Let's discuss this Garry Marshall gem, it's star-studded cast and give it the praise and respect it's due!By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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Avoiding Costly Solopreneur Mistakes | Roger Pearson 38:02

1M ago38:02

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You can have a killer product and a beautiful website… and still lose thousands. In episode 272, I chat with Roger Pearson—an IRS Enrolled Agent with over 50 years of experience in business—about the most common (and costly) mistakes entrepreneurs make when it comes to finances, taxes, and business structure. Roger shares the three foundational pil…

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Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers 2:22:27

1M ago2:22:27

2:22:27

For 15 years I’ve been obsessed to find out what was going on inside of him. It’s been my life’s work, and my ultimate failure. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Joe Chappelle’s controversial introduction of the Cult of Thorn into the slasher storyline of Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers (1995). In this episode the guys unpack the development …

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Silent War Between Men And Women Part II (Single and Dating with Children) 43:27

1M ago43:27

43:27

Tune in to listen to a single mother break down what it's like dating with a child. The fear and challenges that comes along with finding love while being a single parent, dating a guy with children. All while loving yourself in the waiting period, trusting God and the process. changingthevolume.orgBy changingthevolume

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Hidden Gems 32:04

1M ago32:04

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We always talk about classics like Happy Days and The Brady Bunch, but what about other shows that shaped our childhoods? This episode is a celebration of forgotten favorites that deserve to be remembered and discussed all over again.By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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Why Talking About Dying Makes Life Better | Nikki the Death Doula 40:46

1M ago40:46

40:46

What if talking about death actually helped us live better? In episode 271 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with Nikki Smith, an INELDA-certified death doula and grief coach, to explore the often-avoided topic of dying—and why it's time to stop pretending we’ll live forever. Nikki shares: How a death doula supports the d…

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Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers 2:25:46

1M ago2:25:46

2:25:46

I prayed that he would burn in Hell, but in my heart I knew that Hell would not have him. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Dominique Othenin-Girard’s effort to humanize the Boogeyman in Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989). In this episode the guys unpack the rushed production that gave us the telepathic bond between Michael and his ni…

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Silent War Between Men and Women Part I (Challenges with Dating Today) 1:02:18

1M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Why are men and women in secret war against each other for masculinity? Tune in to listen now! changingthevolume.orgBy changingthevolume

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Mother Knows Best 31:32

2M ago31:32

31:32

Today we're spotlighting iconic TV moms in honor of Mother's Day. From Carol Brady to Peg Bundy, join us as we debate who nailed the role of a great TV mom, who fell short, and who was the most hilarious. Happy Mother's Day to all the moms in TV land!By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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270: Andrew Frazier Unpopular Opinions That Could Save Your Business 41:45

2M ago41:45

41:45

Is your business stuck because of what you think you know? In this episode of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with entrepreneurship educator Andrew Frazier to explore the unpopular truths that small business owners need to hear. Andrew shares what thousands of coaching sessions have taught him about: Why not every business…

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Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers 2:20:18

2M ago2:20:18

2:20:18

You’re talking about him as if he were a human being. That part of him died years ago. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Dwight H. Little’s attempt to resurrect The Shape after a six-year absence in Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988). In this episode, the guys unpack this film retreading of its slasher roots, how Loomis could have poss…

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Who is "PH & Caprice" And What is "Changing The Volume?" 42:08

2M ago42:08

42:08

Who is "PH & Caprice?" PH & Caprice became friends on Facebook in May 2010. It was during a time Caprice was heading into a separation which later led to her divorce in June 2011. It would be two years later in 2012, after becoming Facebook friends that PH & Caprice would officially meet for the first time in Atlanta GA, then later becoming Husband…

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Mystery Episode - Working for a Living 35:43

2M ago35:43

35:43

Mel's Diner? WKRP? Arnolds? New York City Police Department 12th Precinct? The Sunshine Cab Company? The Love Boat? The Starship USS Enterprise? If you had your choice, where would YOU want to work in TV land?By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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269: Chris Troka talks Human Touch Automation 50:42

2M ago50:42

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AI and automation are game-changers, but they can feel a little... well, robotic. In this episode, I sit down with strategic marketing expert Chris Troka to talk about how solopreneurs can automate workflows without losing the personal connection that makes small businesses thrive. Chris shares his journey from wedding DJ to automation expert and g…

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Halloween III: Season of the Witch 2:33:36

2M ago2:33:36

2:33:36

If it goes on, it means the death of millions of people, everyone watching, don’t you understand that? This week PJ and Derek are joined by special guest Dylan as they discuss Tommy Lee Wallace’s ambitious attempt to pivot the Halloween series into an anthology with Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982). In this episode, the guys peel back the …

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You're Getting Sleepy ... Hypnosis TV 32:29

2M ago32:29

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Let’s explore how classic TV shows used hypnosis as a plot twist. From The Odd Couple to Chico and the Man and Columbo, we revisit moments where characters were hypnotized into romance, confusion, and mischief. Join us as we share our favorite episodes and uncover why hypnosis became a go-to gimmick for TV writers in the ’60s and ’70s.…

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268: Kim Beam on Building a Feel-Good Business 49:38

2M ago49:38

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What happens when you build a business that feels good? In episode 268, I sit down with intuitive healer and spiritual joy guide Kim Beam to explore how aligning your business with joy, gratitude, and purpose can lead to unexpected success and healing. Kim shares her journey from personal struggles to powerful breakthroughs, including how she turne…

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Halloween II 2:15:46

2M ago2:15:46

2:15:46

Is this a joke? I’ve been trick-or-treated to death tonight. You don’t know what death is! Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Rick Rosenthal’s chilling continuation of the slasher classic, in Halloween II (1981). In this episode the guys pick up right where they left off, unpacking how this sequel trades suspense for blood and the quiet neighborhood…

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Changing The Volume Radio Podcast Debut Introduction Song 4:18

2M ago4:18

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Welcome to "Changing The Volume" Radio Podcast! We are so glad that you tuned in to listen to us. The song will explain what we are all about. Please tune in to listen to us as we will be posting a new episode every Thursday @8pm! Please go visit our website changingthevolume.org and learn more about who we are and what to expect from our podcast. …

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Come on Down! It's the Gameshow Episode 37:13

2M ago37:13

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From Family Feud to Match Game to the Price is Right game shows in the 70s were what Reality Shows are today. Join us as we see our favorite stars and every day people compete for some really fabulous prizes!By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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267: 12X Boxing Champion Cam F. Awesome on Positive Self-Talk 51:55

2M ago51:55

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In episode 267 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, I interview Cam F. Awesome, a 12-time national boxing champion turned motivational speaker. Cam shares his journey from facing setbacks in the Olympic trials to embracing the mindset of a champion. We chat about the role of positive self-talk in overcoming challenges and building resilience—an essential…

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Halloween 3:31:20

2M ago3:31:20

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It’s Halloween. Everyone’s entitled to one good scare. This week PJ and Derek are joined by special guest Bug as they discuss John Carpenter’s seminal slasher classic that introduced The Shape, in Halloween (1978). In this episode, they break down the film’s lasting influence on horror, its eerie use of suburban dread, and why Michael Myers remains…

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Hey HEY, hey! It's What's Happening!! 37:19

2M ago37:19

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Let's head back to 1976 with best friends Raj, Dwayne, Rerun and meet Shirley at Rob's Place. The guys have great memories of the crazy antics of these teens and the laughs with Dee and Mamma. Let's reminisce about this Gen X (although short lived) favorite. But don't get them started on What's Happening ... Now!!…

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266: Alex Sanfilippo on the Business of Podcasting 42:45

2M ago42:45

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In episode 266, I chat with Alex Sanfilippo, founder of PodMatch, about what it really takes to grow a podcast—and a business—through guesting, hosting, and collaboration. We explore tools, monetization, content repurposing, and how community drives success in podcasting. 🎧 Full show notes: http://kandasrodarte.com/266 Gratitude Geek is part of the…

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M3GAN 2:20:02

3M ago2:20:02

2:20:02

Don't worry, Cady. I won't let anything harm you. Ever again. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss how Gerard Johnstone redefined the boundaries of artificial intelligence and terror in M3GAN (2022). In this episode, the guys unpack the dangers of over-reliance on technology, the human need for connection, and the horrifying consequences of creating s…

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Take Me Out to the Ballgame 34:26

3M ago34:26

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Spring is in the air and that means it's Opening Day! The guys love baseball as much as TV so on this episode they are talking about movies and shows that featured America's favorite past time.By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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265: How Joshua Dalzelle Built a Sci-Fi Empire Without a Publisher 56:26

3M ago56:26

56:26

In episode 265 of Gratitude Geek, I chat with bestselling indie sci-fi author Joshua Dalzelle, who garnered enormous success without the backing of a traditional publisher. 🚀 Joshua shares his journey from self-publishing his first novel to selling millions of copies and earning a loyal fanbase. We chat about: ✅ How Joshua leveraged self-publishing…

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Cult of Chucky 2:12:06

3M ago2:12:06

2:12:06

Sometimes it's nice just hanging out on a Friday night... with your best friend. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss the latest film installment of the Child’s Play franchise in Don Mancini’s Cult of Chucky (2017). In this episode, the guys unpack the psychological twists, eerie atmosphere, and the legacy of Chucky as both a slasher icon and a cultur…

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Mystery Episode: Lodges & Clubs 27:43

3M ago27:43

27:43

It's time for more mystery and intrigue on everyone's favorite Classic TV podcast when Jody unveils his choice for a topic unbeknownst to Keith and Anthony ... shhh... it's lodges and clubs.By Keith Loria, Jody Schwartz, Anthony Stoeckert

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264: Nate Morse Talks Attracting Clients on LinkedIn 46:13

3M ago46:13

46:13

Nate Morse joins Kandas Rodarte on episode 264 of the Gratitude Geek Podcast to share how solopreneurs can turn LinkedIn connections into paying clients. Nate, a LinkedIn strategist and entrepreneur, explains how to move beyond job searching and use LinkedIn as a relationship-building tool. He breaks down the importance of optimizing your profile, …

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Curse of Chucky 2:08:12

3M ago2:08:12

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25 years… The Barclays, the Kincaids, the Tillys. But Nica, your family was always my favorite. Join PJ and Derek as they discuss Don Mancini’s attempt to bring the franchise back to its horror roots in Curse of Chucky (2013). In this episode, the guys unpack this suspenseful slasher where family drama meets family trauma to add new layers to the C…

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