Best Tony Michaelides Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 98 of Moments that Rock with best selling author Jonathan Stanley 37:23

3d ago37:23

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Jonathan Stanley tells the story of his book signing at Barnes and Noble and his connection with a 4 year old girl who was aspiring to be an author herself. Her mother chose to film it and post on TikTok ....and within a couple of days he amassed 751 MILLION FOLLOWERS and became, you guessed it... a best selling author ! An incredible story both in…

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The Paul Ryder Tapes - Bonus Episode featuring Gaz Whelan and Latch from Yogi-G and the Family Tree 43:48

1M ago43:48

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On this surprise bonus episode, we have the legendary Happy Mondays drummer Gaz Whelan along with the show's favorite, Latch, who have joined together to create an amazing new album under the name Yogi-G and the Family Tree. As well as the album they have a big UK tour coming up - so a great excuse to get them back on the show to talk about it! Som…

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Episode 97 of Moments That Rock features singer, songwriter and producer David Courtney 30:52

2M ago30:52

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Episode 97 of Moments That Rock features singer, songwriter and record producer David Courtney who shares his stories from over 50 years spent working in the music industry with artists such as Adam Faith, Leo Sayer, Jimmy Page, Eric Clapton and David Gilmour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 96 of Moments That Rock feature legendary radio broadcaster Andy Peebles sharing his stories from listening to pirate radio up to more modern times. Part 2 to follow ! 39:15

3M ago39:15

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Former BBC broadcaster Andy Peebles shares stories from his youth growing up listening to pirate radio in the UK up until him establishing a decades long career at the forefront of broadcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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The Paul Ryder Tapes - Bonus Episode: John Tuvey, Flowered Up drummer Q and A 1:02:21

4M ago1:02:21

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A special bonus episode featuring the legendary Flowered Up drummer John Tuvey, answering questions live from a selection of audience members. Detailing shocking and disturbing times from his life, including his struggles with heroin addiction. An honest and frank account of a life of huge highs and crashing lows, John doesn't hold back in this exp…

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EP 95 of Moments That Rock with former Island Records sublist and now author of The Island Book of Records Neil Storey 37:22

4M ago37:22

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Former publicist at Island Records Neil Storey returns to Moments That Rock to recount his journey in writing Volume 2 of The Island Book of Records which has just been released in the USA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Episode 94 of Moments That Rock sees the return of broadcaster and journalist Billy Sloan. 40:29

5M ago40:29

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Broadcaster and journalist Billy Sloan has had some 40 plus years interviewing some of the world's leading artists and was on elf the first people in the UK to interview U2, amongst many others . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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EP 93 Of Moments That Rock features legendary photographer Adrian Boot who shares stories from his 40 plus years of taking some of rock's most iconic images 41:30

5M ago41:30

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EP 93 Of Moments That Rock features legendary photographer Adrian Boot who shares stories from his 40 plus years of taking some of rock's most iconic images with artists that include Bob Marley, U2, Van Morrison, The Clash etc etc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Episode 92 of Moments That Rock features Dave Pichilingi, founder of Liverpool Sound City and a self confessed 'music generalist' shares some of his 35 years of experience in the music industry. 38:31

6M ago38:31

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Episode 92 of Moments That Rock features Dave Pichilingi, founder of Liverpool Sound City and a self confessed 'music generalist.' Dave shares his own 'moments that rocked' over his illustrious 35 year career in the music industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Episode 91 of Moments That Rock features esteemed broadcast and journalist Billy Sloan shares stories of his many years spent working in the entertainment industry 42:13

7M ago42:13

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Journalist and broadcaster Billy Sloan shares some memorable stories of his time spent interviewing some of the world's leading artists, both in his native Glasgow and traveling to different parts of the world. Part 1 explores a journey back in time to when we first me in 1980 and his early recollections of U2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visi…

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Episode 90 of Moments That Rock features Andy Bird who shares stories of how he began his career in radio before climbing the entertainment ladder to become the Chairman of Walt Disney International ... 41:54

8M ago41:54

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Episode 90 of Moments That Rock features Andy Bird who shares stories of how he began his career in radio before climbing the entertainment ladder to become the Chairman of Walt Disney International. The curiosity and belief that he had in the early days of his own career that carried forward into recruiting others who had their own story to tell. …

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Episode 89 of Moments That Rock features Suzi Robson who shares amazing stories of her time with David Bowie and the Spiders from Mars 38:58

8M ago38:58

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Episode 89 of Moments That Rock features Suzi Robson, wife of the late, great Mick Ronson. Suzi shares stories from her book 'Me and Mrs Jones' where she recounts meeting David Bowie's mother in the hairdressing salon where she worked. That lead into meeting Bowie's then wife Angie and touring the world with The Spiders from Mars as their hair styl…

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Episode 88 of Moments That Rock features Steve Blackwell who shares many stories from that halcyon period of the 80's when he was one of MTV's first VJ's ! 39:48

9M ago39:48

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Episode 88 of Moments That Rock features one of MTV's pioneering VJ's from back in the 80's, Steve Blackwell who shares many stories from that halcyon period back the 80's. Stories that include flying on Concorde from London with Phil Collins to Philadelphia for his appearance at Live Aid in 1985 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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Episode 87 of Moments That Rock features singer, songwriter Martin Page who shares stories from the plethora of artists he has collaborated with over the years 38:39

9M ago38:39

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Moments That Rock's special guest this week is singer, songwriter and recording artist Martin Page. Martin's portfolio of artists he has collaborated with over the years includes the likes of Robbie Williams, Earth Wind and Fire, Robbie Robertson and Bernie Taupin... to name but a few ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Episode 86 of Moments That Rock features Richard Pearson who shares his experiences working in both national and regional radio over several decades. 34:30

9M ago34:30

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Episode 86 of this week's Moments That Rock features Richard Pearson who shares his many experiences of working in both national and regional radio over several decades. Those decades of experiences are what drove him into creating his own radio station, driven by passion, enthusiasm and belief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/…

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Episode 85 features John Altman who has worked with a stellar list of artists over several decades. And Jimmy Page, Van Morrison, Peter Green, Phil Collins, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley... are just a few ... 40:05

9M ago40:05

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Episode 85 features John Altman who has worked with a stellar list of artists over several decades. And just to mention Jimmy Page, Van Morrison, Peter Green, Phil Collins, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley, George Michael, Tina Turner, Prince and Amy Winehouse would just touch the surface. Incredible stories shared of some monumental times. Learn more abou…

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part Three 1:45:41

9M ago1:45:41

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The final part of a three part "best of" series - featuring choice cuts from The Paul Ryder Tapes series with late Happy Mondays bassist and founding member Paul Ryder and his ex-wife Angela Smith along with special guests Alan Howard, Rosemary Barratt, Sonny Ryder, Chico Ryder, Rowetta, Paul Popplewell, Jeanette Jackson, Daz Gilkinson, Danny Short…

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Moments That Rock's guest this week is Kevin Armstrong who shares stories of his time spent touring with the likes of David Bowie, Iggy Pop and Sinead O'Connor 37:46

10M ago37:46

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Episode 84 of Moments That Rock features Kevin Armstrong who shares stories of his time spent touring with the likes of David Bowie, Iggy Pop and Sinead O'Connor and appearing at such iconic events such as Live Aid. A seasoned professional with a wealth of stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part Two 1:35:26

10M ago1:35:26

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This is part two of a three part "Best Of" series - where we treat you to the very best bits of the series. Laugh with us and cry with us as the highlights of Paul's life are re-lived - from the heady heights of success with Happy Mondays through to his drug addiction and breakdowns. Featured in this episode are Paul Ryder alongside his ex wife Ang…

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The Best of The Paul Ryder Tapes Part One 1:37:21

10M ago1:37:21

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On this multi-award-winning show featuring the in-depth life story of Happy Mondays founding member Paul Ryder, this is the first of a three part "Best Of" compilation from the series. This week's episode features special guests Bez, Rowetta, Gaz Whelan, Mark Day and Paul Davis as well as the Rock N Roll Mums: Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and h…

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Episode 83 of Moments That Rock with Henry Priestman sharing stories of his decades long career and triple platinum success with The Christians. 36:51

10M ago36:51

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Episode 83 of Moments That Rock with Henry Priestman where he shares stories of his decades long career and triple platinum success with The Christians where he was a founding member. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 31 - John Robb: Happy Mondays as a cultural phenomenon, Tony Wilson's vision and Manchester's renaissance 47:20

10M ago47:20

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In this special bonus episode, Angela Smith, ex-wife of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, talks to Manchester cultural legend, musician from The Membranes and Goldblade, journalist, author and all round lovely human John Robb. Hear about Tony Wilson's original vision for the band, his grand plan for Manchester, when drugs floode…

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Moments That Rock Episode 82 features Rocco Guarino sharing stories of his time spent as a producer , videographer ... and more with Scott Weiland and The Stone Temple Pilots together with Velvet Revolver ... 34:01

10M ago34:01

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Moments That Rock Episode 82 features producer, engineer, videographer Rocco Guarino, originally from Florida before moving to LA and who now currently resides in Nashville. Rocco has used his many talents in his time spent working with Scott Weiland of The Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver where he acted as their right hand man. Learn more a…

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Bonus Episode 30 - Muzzer: Toe to toe with Axl Rose, clashing with Mick Hucknall and fun with Ronnie Biggs in Rio 56:07

11M ago56:07

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In this jaw-droppingly honest interview, former Happy Mondays personal manager Anthony Murray aka Muzzer reveals behind-the-scenes secrets of the band, telling of shocking debauchery and hilarious archetypal rock star shenanigans - going toe to toe with Axl Rose when he steals Shaun Ryder's woman, arguments with Mick Hucknall over pizza and coming …

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Moments That Rock welcomes back esteemed journalist , author and all round music fan John Robb. 31:28

11M ago31:28

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Moments That Rock welcomes back esteemed journalist , author and all round music fan John Robb with more stories about a band we both love, The Stone Roses. We also discuss the current situation with regard to live music venues and discuss emerging talent and the current challenges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bonus Episode 29 - Gaz Whelan Part Three: The birth of Happy Mondays, breakdowns, heroin and Humphrey Cushion 48:21

11M ago48:21

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The third special bonus edition featuring legendary Happy Mondays drummer Gaz Whelan, one of Paul's closest friends. Hear about the formation of the band, their rise to superstardom and the band's initial implosion when everything collapsed and landed both Gaz and Paul in a mental health facility in this poignant and hilarious episode. Hosted on Ac…

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Bonus Episode 28 - Tony Michaelides aka Tony the Greek: Disastrous Happy Mondays interviews, Tony Wilson's indulgence and the birth of a cultural movement 32:02

11M ago32:02

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Legendary Piccadilly Records DJ, Factory Records PR and record plugger Tony Michaelides aka Tony the Greek reveals secrets from the early days of the Mondays, the battles behind the scenes, the disastrous radio and TV interviews and how Happy Mondays sparked a cultural revolution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Fifteen minute extended series trailer! 14:56

11M ago14:56

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Here's a fifteen minute trailer featuring some highlights from the first series of the show! Gaz Whelan's saucy Wembley secret, Happy Mondays and The Stone Roses do Top of the Pops together, Paul has a nervous breakdown, Paul leaves home because he can't have a salamander, he's prophetically asked how he thinks his brother would feel if he got a ca…

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Bonus Episode 27 - Jason Whelan, Andy Hardy and Kingo: Tales from the frontline of Happy Mondays - fights, drugs, fun and tears 1:17:51

11M ago1:17:51

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On this multi award-winning show telling the complete story of the life of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, this episode featured three people who were there from the very start - drummer Gaz Whelan's brother Jason, one of Paul's best friends Andy Hardy and celebrity Salford hairdresser Kingo. Hear never before heard stories fr…

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Episode 80 of Moments That Rock with renowned broadcaster Andy Peebles where he talks about the time he interviewed John Lennon just 2 days before his murder outside the Dakota Building in New York. And ... 36:38

11M ago36:38

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Episode 80 of Moments That Rock with renowned broadcaster Andy Peebles where he talks about the time he interviewed John Lennon just 2 days before his murder by Mark Chapman outside the Dakota Building in New York. He spent over 3 hours on the interview before going out to dinner with him. It was December 6th 1980 and that day none of us will ever …

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Bonus Episode 26 - Rowetta: hilarious and poignant tales from the past 30 years of her days with Happy Mondays 51:44

12M ago51:44

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Happy Mondays female vocalist, the delicious diva, the siren of song, the woman with the velveteen vocal chords, the legend that is Rowetta takes us through her highlights of the last 30 years of her time with the Mondays, right through to Paul's untimely death in July 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Bonus Episode 25 - Linda Ryder and Carl Williams: Paul and Shaun's mum Linda and his oldest friend Carl reveal hilarious childhood secrets 48:56

12M ago48:56

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On this multi award-winning podcast charting the life story of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, this bonus episode features a full length in depth interview with his mother, Linda Ryder revealing secrets from the childhood Paul and Shaun Ryder shared and Paul's oldest friend Carl Williams spills the beans about the childhood sc…

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Episode 79 of Moments That Rock features radio programmer and pr consultant Paul Ripley talking about the change in the music industry and radio as we know it. 35:41

12M ago35:41

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This week's Moments That Rock features radio programmer and pr consultant Paul Ripley discussing the change in both the radio industry, the emergence of internet radio and the music business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 24 - Happy Mondays guitarist Mark Day: fighting brothers, addiction, break-ups and the traumatic day Paul died 1:01:15

12M ago1:01:15

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In this special bonus episode we have the full interview with Happy Mondays guitarist Mark Day - prepare to laugh out loud at his hilarious stories of life in the chaotic early days of the band. From dodgy hotels in China through to chaos in Barbados, stage collapses in Spain and fights in Panama, this episode has it all! We also hear from Mark abo…

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Moments That Rock with former tour manager/manager Chas Banks sharing stories about his experiences of life on the road. 37:36

1y ago37:36

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This week's Moments That Rock features Chas Banks who shares stories about his time tour managing Teenage Fab Club and many years spent tour managing with bands like The Pixies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 23 - John Tuvey, Drummer from Flowered Up - dubbed London's answer to Happy Mondays, on the early 90s rave scene and how heroin destroyed everything 53:31

1y ago53:31

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Another emotionally charged episode, this time with special guest John Tuvey, drummer from the legendary band Flowered Up, often described as London's answer to Happy Mondays. Mad tales of raving in the early days followed by a tragic demise due to heroin infiltrating the band and ultimately causing the death of two of their members. Hosted on Acas…

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John 'Rhino' Edwards shares his Moments That Rock from his time spent with Sandie Shaw, Status Quo and Dexy's Midnight Runners 31:43

1y ago31:43

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Moments That Rock featuring John 'Rhino' Edwards, a seasoned professional who has spent several decades playing with artists such as Sandie Shaw, Status Quo and Dexy's Midnight Runners. On today's podcast he share stories of the people he met along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Bonus Episode 22 - Dave Haslam: The inside story of the early Happy Mondays times, Shaun Ryder vomits during an interview and Factory's answer to the Sex Pistols is born 40:10

1y ago40:10

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On this award-winning series telling the definitive life story of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, we meet the man who championed the Mondays in the music press before they were famous and was part and parcel of the development of the Madchester scene. A international DJ in his own right, a successful author and music critic - …

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Moments That Rock with celebrated and long time radio broadcaster Andy Peebles sharing many stories of the numerous artists he met along the way. 36:32

1y ago36:32

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In this episode of Moments That Rock celebrated, long time radio broadcaster Andy Peebles shares many stories of the numerous artists he met during his 5o plus years of broadcasting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 21 - Paul Popplewell: Secrets from the set from the actor who played Paul Ryder in the Happy Mondays movie 24 Hour Party People 46:16

1y ago46:16

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A rollercoaster of a bonus episode with hilarious chat as well as tear-jerking memories from the actor Paul Popplewell, who played the part of Paul Ryder in the film 24 Hour Party People and subsequently became good friends with Paul. Secrets from the set and stories galore from the past 20 years including bittersweet memories from Paul's funeral. …

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Best selling crime novelist and philanthropist Sir Ian Rankin, shares different stories from his love of music and those he met along the way. 35:49

1y ago35:49

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This week's Moments That Rock features best selling crime novelist and philanthropist Sir Ian Rankin. From being in bands to meeting some of his heroes, music has always been a constant in his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 20 - Paul Davis: Former Happy Mondays keyboardist on feuding brothers, playing Glastonbury and the early days of the Hacienda 31:51

1y ago31:51

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A rare and exclusive interview with the original keyboardist of Happy Mondays - the legendary Paul Davis, who reveals secrets from the early days of the band in this chat with the ex-wife of Paul Ryder, Angela Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Moments That Rock in this episode has the host Tony Michaelides sharing the times spent with U2 in their early days. 29:12

1y ago29:12

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Podcast host Tony Michaelides sharing some memories of the early days spent with U2 and the very first time he saw them in 1980 together with getting them their first national radio and TV performances outside of their native Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 19 - Disco Dave and Second Line Mo: Scrapes with Marilyn Manson, Calls with Robbie Williams and Struggles with Heroin 52:24

1y ago52:24

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A deeply personal episode where two of Paul's closest friends reveal details of his terrible struggles with heroin addiction, his encounter with Marilyn Mansion and a night with the Fun Loving Criminals that changed the course of Paul's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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On this weeks episode of Moments That Rock 'Nasher,' guitarist with Frankie Goes to Hollywood shares his experiences of being a 'pop star' and his thoughts looking back 36:46

1y ago36:46

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Episode 73 of Moments That Rock with 'Nasher' from Frankie Goes to Hollywood and his reflections looking back at their explosion into the charts in the early 80's and how he feels about it all looking back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 18 - The Rock n Roll Mums part 2: Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and Gaz Whelan's mum Sandra 50:50

1y ago50:50

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Fan favourite the Rock n Roll mums Happy Mondays Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and drummer Gaz Whelan's mum Sandra chew the fat in this special bonus episode. Hear about the stresses that the lies in the media caused, the night Paul and Shaun's dad Derek was in the doghouse and how Sandra's nighttime antics got her in trouble with her parents.. …

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Episode 72 of Moments That Rock features drummer Dave Oberle who shares stories about his time with Gryphon and the time he helped launch the successful UK music publication Kerrang 34:29

1y ago34:29

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This week's Moments That Rock features musician Dave Oberle who shares stories of his time with Gryphon together with helping launch the incredibly successful rock magazine Kerrang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 17 - Philip Shotton: co-director of Happy Mondays videos, tells never-heard-before stories from the shoots and introduces the band to Carl Denver 42:06

1y ago42:06

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A fab bonus episode where never heard before Mondays stories are told by Philip Shotton - one of the Bailey Brothers who co-directed most of the Mondays' videos. Philip invented the iconic word "Madchester" and introduced the band to Carl Denver when Tony Wilson instigated a Factory night out to a supper club where he was playing. Find out who was …

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In this episode of Moments That Rock author, journalist, TV and radio presenter John Robb shares stories that include the first ever interview with Nirvana together with times spent with The Stone Roses ... 35:17

1y ago35:17

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Episode 71 of Moments That Rock with journalist, author and media personality John Robb where he shares stories of his time spent with The Stone Roses and the first ever interview with Nirvana ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Tony Michaelides

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Bonus Episode 16 - Peter Hook: Happy Mondays behaving badly, getting a knock on the door from Paul and scandalous behavior at Paul's funeral 46:00

1y ago46:00

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On this award-winning podcast featuring extended interviews with the contributors to the main series of The Paul Ryder Tapes, this week's episode featured the mighty Peter Hook from Joy Division, New Order and now Peter Hook and the Light. Hooky, as he is affectionately known, spills the beans on the early days and bad behavior of the Mondays as th…

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