Johnny B, Jay Harper, and Jim McCarthy launch "Circling the Drain" by exploring how the deaths of entertainment legends affect us personally. From Elvis and John Lennon to Phil Valentine and Eddie Van Halen, the hosts share intimate stories about meeting their heroes and discuss why we form such deep connections with celebrities we've never met. Jay recounts his days at MCA Records with Jimmy Bowen as well as his incredible Muhammad Ali encounter, and they pay tribute to the late Phil Valentine who brought them all together.
**[2:24]** Jay Harper's journey from 1000-watt radio to MCA Records with Jimmy Bowen and legends like George Strait
**[14:22]** The shocking impact of Elvis Presley's death - where were you when the King died?
**[16:56]** Why celebrity deaths hit us so hard - the emotional connection to our musical heroes
**[20:13]** Johnny B's tribute to Waylon Jennings and how country music brought him closer to his father
**[24:44]** The forgotten outlaw: Why Johnny Paycheck deserves more recognition
**[29:17]** A touching encounter with Faron Young that revealed the loneliness of faded stardom
**[31:19]** 2025's devastating celebrity losses: From Loni Anderson to Ozzy Osbourne
**[40:12]** Phil Valentine's lasting impact - the radio host who connected like family
**[45:46]** Jay's incredible Muhammad Ali story: Getting the champ to sign his artwork in 1978
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