Episodes

Step into the world of "Five Minutes of Fire," where history unfolds in swift, captivating episodes. Twice a day, join us as we unravel the historical tapestry woven into Billy Joel's timeless anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." In today's episode, we ignite the flames of the past with a focus on the Studebaker car, a symbol of automotive innovation. We then delve into the intensity of the North Korea-South Korea war, exploring the geopolitical landscape of the time. As the narrative unfolds, w...

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that brings history to life in quick, dynamic bursts. Join us twice a day as we dissect the historical names and events chronicled in Billy Joel's unforgettable song, "We Didn't Start the Fire." In today's episode, the flames of the past dance around the lives of three influential figures: the baseball legend Joe DiMaggio, the controversial Senator Joe McCarthy, and the resilient Richard Nixon. In just five minutes, we'll delve into the stor...

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," your daily dose of historical exploration delivered in bite-sized episodes. Join us twice a day as we unravel the captivating names and events chronicled in Billy Joel's iconic song, "We Didn't Start the Fire." In today's episode, the flames of history blaze bright with the stories of Johnnie Ray, the magnetic force behind the music; the Broadway sensation, "South Pacific" that stirred hearts and minds; and the influential Walter Winchell, the voice of the nat...

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the ultimate podcast series that ignites your day with a quick burst of historical insight. In each bite-sized, five-minute episode, airing twice a day, we break down the captivating names and events chronicled in Billy Joel's iconic song, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Today's episode sparks with the historical flames of Harry S. Truman, the incomparable Doris Day, and the enigmatic Red China. Join us as we peel back the layers of time, connecting the dots betwe...

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire", the ultimate podcast series that delves into the historical tapestry woven by Billy Joel in his iconic song, "We Didn't Start the Fire." In this unique five-minute, twice-daily podcast, we break down the names and events mentioned in the lyrics, providing a fascinating journey through the past. Join us as we explore each verse of this musical time capsule, connecting the dots between the lyrics and the real-world events that shaped the 20th century. From polit...

In today's episode, Jason and Dee bring their unique perspectives and deep love for music to the forefront, exploring the diverse genres and artists that made 1978 a standout year in the history of music. From disco beats that ruled the dance floors to classic rock anthems that still resonate today, 1978 is a year full of timeless tunes that shaped a generation. As they dive into each song, Jason and Dee share fascinating trivia, personal anecdotes, and historical context that will transport yo...

In November of 1983, former Generation X singer Billy Idol, along with guitarist Steve Stevens, made his stamp on pop culture and early MTV with his ultra catchy songs, his spikey bleach blonde hair with his iconic pop punk album, "Rebel Yell" From the rebellious spirit of the lyrics to the infectious energy of the music, we break down each track and the stories behind them. We also dive into the incredible decadent stories of a legendary rock star and the tragic accidents that nearly derailed ...

This week we cover that lil ole band from Texas, ZZ Top, and celebrate the distinctive blend of blues, rock, and synth-infused sounds that define their 1983 album "Eliminator." We delve into the the history of the band, the making of the album, the recording studio anecdotes and the impactful music videos as this album reaches its 40th anniversary! Discover the stories behind the hits like "Sharp Dressed Man," "Legs," and "Gimme All Your Lovin'," and how these tracks became anthems of the '80s...

Oh Fudge! Home Alone and A Christmas Story are holiday favorites now but how did they do during their initial run at the theaters? We will dive into the stories behind the production and ultimate performance at the theaters. After that we will give our final judgment between these two along with our ranking of the five Christmas movies/shows that we have covered so far during this, our season finale. Follow us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/surelypodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redc...

"A Christmas Story" and "Home Alone" have become some of the most beloved holiday classics of all time! They are both played relentlessly during the Christmas season. This week we dive into the stories behind their creation, the actors who almost got the parts (some of the names are incredible) and their battle to get to the big screen. It's the time of year to eat junk, watch rubbish and listen to part one of this podcast! Follow us for FREE now on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/surelypodcast...

This week Jason and Dee head out on a riveting journey through the Top 5 Movie Vehicles (no wings, no boats) that have left an indelible mark on the silver screen. In this episode, we dive deep into the roaring engines, sleek designs, and iconic moments that have made these vehicles unforgettable in cinematic history. From the sleek and futuristic DeLorean in "Back to the Future" to the Ecto-1 from "Ghostbusters" or the adrenaline-pumping speed of the Lamborghini from "The Cannonball Run", this...

When the movie "Grease" was released in 1978, songs from the soundtrack had already hit #1 on the HOT 100. This soundtrack is collection of songs from the original musical, the Broadway musical, and some additional monumental songs written just for the movie. The combination of Allen Carr, Robert Stigwood, John Travolta, and Olivia Newton-John (with a little help from Barry Gibb) caused this album to be one of the biggest selling albums of the 70s and one of biggest selling Soundtracks of all t...

In 1978, a musical starring John Travolta, fresh off of "Saturday Night Fever", and pop star, Olivia Newton-John hit the box office. It was an instant smash and its pop culture impact is still felt today. Join us this week as we deep dive into the biggest movie of 1978, exploring its origins, the cast and trivial tidbits. You're the one that we want...and we're playing for pinks. Join us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/surelypodcast Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priv...

Join this week as we conclude our discussion of the Stephen King movies of 1983, "Cujo", "Christine" and "The Dead Zone". In this episode we discuss production, music and trivia concerning each movie before given our final judgment as to which movie is the best of 1983! We even throw in our list of Top 3 favorite Stephen King film adaptations, Top 3 Stephen King novels and Top 3 Stephen King short stories! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle...

After the success of the film adaptations of "Carrie" in 1976 and "The Shining" in 1980, the world was ready for more Stephen King movies. We got them in 1983. "Cujo", "Christine" and "The Dead Zone" we all hits and set the pace for the future King movies. Join us this week as we discuss the development and casting of these projects, the stories behind the production and how the movies compare to the books. No rabies vaccines required! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privac...

The 1980s gave us some of the most enjoyable and iconic characters from the horror genre and many of them live on today. Jason Voorhees, Freddy Kruger, Chucky, and Pinhead are characters that have been burned, stabbed, beaten, banished, and killed but somehow they live on! In this episode Jason and Dee break down and discuss their Top 5 favorite Halloween movies from the 1980s. Will your favorites make the list? Heeeereee's Surely! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & ...

The 1970s was a great time for creepy movies to watch during the Halloween season! There are several absolute classics that have to been seen by movie lovers. In this episode, Jason and Dee list their Top 5 movies (along with two honorable mentions) to be watched at Halloween from the 1970s. We breakdown our list of the creepiest, scariest and sometimes goofiest from the decade of our youth. Grab some popcorn and your footie jammies for some spooky fun! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle....

Depeche Mode was a band that had been building an audience all through out the 1980s but they blew the roof off with the release of 1990's "Violator". Using clever marketing campaigns (personal ads for your own Personal Jesus), a change in style, and some head scratching music videos, they created some of the best songs of the decade. Join us as we go track by track through this incredible album and compare it to The Cure's "Disintegration" album. All you ever wanted, all you ever needed, is her...

in 1989, The Cure released their 8th studio album, which contained their biggest chart success so far, the #2 smash, "Lovesong". But The Cure didn't instantly win everyone over. The record company executives were concerned that they were committing "commercial suicide" and that the band's enigmatic lead singer, Robert Smith, was being "willfully obscure". However, after the release of the album the fans overwhelmingly agree that is was a dark masterpiece and the band's greatest achievement. Join...

In the summer of 1993, action hero Arnold Schwarzenegger and action director John McTiernan delivered a movie that was billed as "the greatest action movie of all time". What audiences saw was a combination of action, satire and farce that did not sit well. Who's to blame for this film's lack of success? Was it Schwarzenegger and McTiernan? Was it the marketing team? Was it Bill Clinton? Join Jason and Dee, along with AFIlmBy podcast's Jeff Johnson, as they take a deep dive into what went wron...

In the summer of 1992, first time director David Fincher released "Alien 3". After the success of "Alien" (1979) and "Aliens" (1986), this should have been an easy follow up and a great summer blockbuster to kick off 1992, but fans, critics and even the director didn't like it. In fact, David Fincher has said publicly that he wishes he could burn the negative and that no one hates this movie more than him. Join us, along with special guest Jeff Johnson of the AFilmBy podcast, as we deep dive i...

It is time for must-listen TV Theme songs of the 1990s! From the coffee shops of Seattle to the coffee ships in NYC, in this episode we take a trip down memory lane covering a wide variety of shows including sit coms, cartoons, dramas and sports shows. What are your Top 5? Does it match ours? We know you don't wanna wait, so we'll be there for you! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Television in the 1990s was must a must watch affair. This era of television ushered in great sitcoms, crazy daytime tv, cartoons with an adult edge and the first reality TV. With tons of great new shows, came tons on great TV Theme songs. In this episode Jason and Dee list out their Top 5 TV Theme songs from this time period, plus 2 honorable mentions. Will our list match yours? Join us for the fun and dive back into the early 90s! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy...

We all love movies from the 1980s, but which year from the decade was the best for movies? Is it 1981, 1984, 1986 or 1989? In this episode, five friends from four different podcasts and one youtube channel, choose sides to battle it out! Dayton from the Docking Bay 77 podcast bullwhips for the movies of 1981, DefDave from American Soccer Quick Kicks cranes kicks for 1984, Jeff from AFilmBy sings from a parade about 1986, and Jason holds up a boombox for 1989, all while John from the 30something...