Season 4

Jan. 8, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Davy Crockett, Peter Pan, Elvis Presley, DIsn…

Step into the captivating world of "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that peels back the layers of history through Billy Joel's timeless anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Join us twice a day for a swift exploration...

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Jan. 4, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Einstein, James Dean, Brooklyn's Got A Winnin…

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that takes you on a brisk journey through history, dissecting the layers of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire" in short, dynamic episodes. Join us twice a day for a …

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Jan. 4, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Toscanini, Dacron, Dien Bien Phu Falls, "Rock…

In today's episode, the flames of history illuminate the conducting genius of Arturo Toscanini, whose baton shaped the world of classical music. We then transition to the innovation of Dacron, a material that revolutionized t...

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Jan. 3, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Communist Bloc, Roy Cohn, Juan Peron

Step into the historical realm with "Five Minutes of Fire," your daily portal to the past, dissecting Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire" in quick, engaging episodes. Join us twice a day as we unravel the historical names...

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Jan. 3, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Prokofiev, Rockefeller, Campanella

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that ignites your curiosity by unraveling the historical tapestry within Billy Joel's classic anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Join us twice a day for a swift explorati...

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Jan. 2, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Stalin, Malenkov, Nasser

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," your daily rendezvous with history, where we unravel the layers of Billy Joel's "We Didn't Start the Fire" in brief, insightful episodes. Join us twice a day for a quick exploration of the h...

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Jan. 2, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": England's Got A New Queen, Marciano, Liberace…

Step into the incandescent world of "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that delivers a quick yet illuminating exploration of the historical names and events embedded in Billy Joel's timeless anthem, "We Didn't Start t...

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Jan. 1, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": The Catcher in the Rye, Eisenhower, Vaccine

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that invites you on a brisk exploration of the past through the lens of Billy Joel's iconic anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Join us twice a day for a brief …

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Jan. 1, 2024

"Five Minutes of Fire": Panmunjon, Brando, The King and I

Step into the brisk world of "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that unravels the historical tapestry within Billy Joel's timeless anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Join us twice a day for a quick, immersive journey...

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Dec. 29, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": The Rosenburgs, H-Bomb, Sugar Ray

Welcome to "Five Minutes of Fire," the podcast series that immerses you in the rich tapestry of history through the lens of Billy Joel's iconic anthem, "We Didn't Start the Fire." Join us twice a day for a swift journey …

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Dec. 29, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": Studebaker, Television, North Korea/South Kor…

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 Fir...

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Dec. 28, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": Joe DiMaggio, Joe McCarthy, Richard Nixon

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 ...

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Dec. 28, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": Johnnie Ray, South Pacific, Walter Winchell

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 Did...

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Dec. 27, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": Harry S. Truman, Doris Day, Red China

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 a...

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Dec. 27, 2023

"Five Minutes of Fire": Breaking Down Billy Joel's Hit "We Didn't Sta…

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 b...

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Dec. 19, 2023

Top 5 Songs of 1978

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 tha...

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Dec. 12, 2023

Billy Idol's "Rebel Yell" (1983): Track by Track

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 a...

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Dec. 5, 2023

ZZ Top's "Eliminator" (1983): Track by Track!

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 m...

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Nov. 30, 2023

"A Christmas Story" (1983) vs. "Home Alone" (1990): Part 2

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. ...

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Nov. 28, 2023

"A Christmas Story" (1983) vs. "Home Alone" (1990): Part 1

"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, ...

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Nov. 21, 2023

Top 5 Movie Vehicles!

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 …

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Nov. 14, 2023

Grease Soundtrack (1978): Track by Track

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 monumenta...

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Nov. 7, 2023

"Grease" (1978): The Motion Picture

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 …

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Oct. 31, 2023

Cujo (1983) vs. Christine (1983) vs. The Dead Zone (1983): Part 2

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 ju...

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