Tom Doyle is set to introduce a terrific all-new contribution into the world of quality Beatles authorship on October 23, 2025. RINGO - A FAB LIFE dives deep and broad into the story of Richard Starkey like no other work before it. Tom is also the writer behind the highly regarded, MAN ON THE RUN - Paul McCartney in the 1970's. His passion, candour, and authenticity, make this an immediate favourite conversation for me. I hope you enjoy it also.

Let's get talking with Tom Doyle.

A very special episode 25.

Allan Kozinn is a leading Beatles expert and author. Together with Adrian Sinclair, 'The McCartney Legacy' series has continued to elevate the world of Beatles authorship. We talk not only about these wonderful works but Allan's own unique life and the impact of The Beatles upon it.

You'll also find Allan on the terrific Beatles Podcast, 'Things We Said Today'. Link below.

Let's get talking with the wonderful, Allan Kozinn.

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/things-we-said-today-beatles-radio-show/id561769983

Please excuse a little compromised audio from this episode's Zoom conversation.

Rob Frith made international news in March 2025 with his unique discovery of a rare reel-to-reel recording of The Beatles. The date of the recording, January 1, 1962 for Decca Records in London, but this is only half of a remarkable story.

Musician, Darin Murphy, talks us through his musical life and the impact of The Beatles upon it.

From playing John on-stage in the LENNON Broadway Musical, to sharing the stage with the likes of Denny Laine and Micky Dolenz, Darin continues to collaborate and create music in his own unique way.

You'll enjoy getting to know Darin here, and I can highly recommend you wrap your ears around his album, 'Haunted Gardenias', as a terrific gateway into his musical world.

You'll find Darin's YouTube Channel via the link below:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPlErJoPGft2xK8lByqH_xQ

Spencer Hannabuss is the founding member of London based musical outfit, The 286. This seven piece band is well worth discovering if you share a love of both The Beatles and ELO. Make no mistake, The 286 is also very much its own unique thing. Spencer recounts stories of meeting Macca and also ELO's Bev Bevan, one of popular music's most regarded drummers. We talk about the inspiration of The Beatles and Jeff Lynne, while also exploring Spencer's own unique creative process.

Enjoy getting to know Spencer Hannabuss, and be sure to tune in to the sounds of The 286.

Let's get talking.

Debbie Greenberg was born and raised in Liverpool. She was directly at the epicentre of the birth of The Beatles. Both a Cavern and NEMS Music Store regular, her story is nothing short of incredible. In 1966, her father, Alf , took ownership of the club and her already deep connection to The Fab Four, only strengthened. Let's get to know, Debbie Greenberg.

A link below to Debbie's book, Cavern Club: The Inside Story

https://www.beatlesbookstore.com/product/cavern-club-the-inside-story/

Sam Rice-Edwards, together with Co-Director, Kevin Macdonald, have created something very special with ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO.

Sam's dual role of Editor for the film as well as Co-Director, sees him uniquely placed to share some insights into the creative process here.

The film takes us into the heart of New York City in 1972, where John and Yoko find themselves front and centre within turbulent political and cultural times.

Already receiving strong critical acclaim, ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO looks set to open up a period in time much more dynamic and richer than we otherwise may have thought.

Let's get talking with Sam Rice-Edwards.

Alan G. Parker, Director of the much loved, 'IT WAS FIFTY YEARS AGO TODAY! The Beatles: Sgt. Pepper & Beyond', returns with 'BORROWED TIME - LENNON'S LAST DECADE'.

Alan's love for music has deep roots in both his extensive rock authorship and work as an industry Press Officer. His long history in the music scene has well informed his perspective on the documentary form. Here we talk through his journey, and the process of creation, for a deep and revealing look into the final ten years of John's life in New York City.

Let's get talking with Alan G. Parker.

Les Parrott has had quite the life, behind the camera for 'The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus' and then doing it again for The Beatles, during the creation of 'Let It Be', only parts of his story.

Today, a lecturer in cinematography for the highly regarded, 'Waterloo Studios' in Sydney, Australia, Les remains connected to his craft and the nurturing of talent for new generations.

We had a little time to talk through some of his wonderful reflections, and memories, from that whirlwind period of his life through the final chapters of the 1960's.

Engaging, open, and completely authentic, you're going to enjoy getting to know, Les Parrott.

Jeff Slate continues to live his life immersed in Rock N Roll. Never confined solely to his own music through the years, his work as a rock journalist has also been an incredible part of his creative life. His writings including Liner Notes for The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Dylan, just to name a few.

This was a fascinating conversation through his own unique musical journey, beginning in the heart of 1980's New York City, through to his many interactions with his musical heroes along the way. At the core of his inspiration from a young age, those four young men from Liverpool.

Jeff's most recent album, 'Last Day of Summer' (2024) is a genuinely terrific work, start to finish, and well worth discovering, if you are yet to do so.

A link below to Jeff's website can be found also.

I should mention that my little laugh on the intro (in case it seems out of place) is prompted by a fun moment from Jeff to camera. You’ll soon find the video version of this chat across the YCTTM Socials and on the (newly introduced at time of recording) YouTube Channel. 

Let's get talking with Jeff Slate. 

https://jeffslatehq.com/

'RIBBONS OF RUST: The Beatles' Recording History In Context: Volume 1 - July 1954 Through January 1963' is an exciting new addition into the world of Beatles Scholarship. This book is what happens when two leading Beatles authors come together, each with a clear (and shared) vision to create something unique that serves to further enrich the incredible story of The Fab Four.

'RIBBONS OF RUST' is a genuinely valuable resource in better appreciating The Beatles as young men, completely of their time. A time more thrilling, more dynamic, than we may have otherwise fully appreciated.

Discover more via the links below.

Now, let's get talking with Robert Rodriguez and Jerry Hammack.

Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Ribbons-Rust-Beatles-Recording-History/dp/098925559X

Official Book Site:

https://ribbonsofrust.net/

Welcome along to a very special episode.

Sir Bob Geldof will be a stranger to nobody. His remarkable journey now being celebrated in his touring production, 'Songs & Stories from an incredible LIFE - WTF!' across Australia. The final show of the tour taking place April 5 in Perth, Western Australia, at the time of this recording.

What may not be fully known about Sir Bob is the real impact of The Beatles in his life. Here he goes on to share some truly wonderful insights about the friendship, and interactions, made between Paul and George through the years.

Sir Bob Geldof continues to live with a passion and fire in his belly, that makes him uniquely who he is to this very day.

This was a genuine honour and an episode I'm very excited to share with you here. Enjoy Sir Bob sharing some of his Beatles memories.

Brett Lyda is the driving force of the 'Almost Beatles Songs' project (see links below).

His unearthing of key Beatles musical and lyrical fragments from the once lost Nagra Reels and then realising them as finished, fully realised tracks, is a real gift into the world.

If you are yet to experience the magic of these recordings from Brett and his musical collaborator's, you are in for a real treat. Check the links, tune into the ep, and get to know, Brett Lyda.

Official Site:

https://almostbeatlessongs.com/

Ultimate Sour Milk Sea Mash Up:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WHy8z-jY7Y

For 20 years 'The Lady Beatles' have been keeping the music of the fabs alive and well. Theirs is a very special musical tribute.

This week, I sit with Tara ('John') and founding member Kylie ('Paul') and talk through their musical journey and Beatles fandom.

Want to find out more? Be sure to check out the link below.

https://www.ladybeatles.com/

You'll also find the band on Facebook and Instagram.

Julian Lennon's 1984 debut, 'Valotte', remains one of the truly great introductions of any artist. His body of work since has included some really wonderful music not often spoken of, I've found. So, here is a little look into the albums, the highlights (for me) and a playlist I'd recommend for getting yourself back into newly appreciating the music of Julian Lennon.

Find out more about Julian in 2025 across the links here:

https://julianlennon-photography.com/

https://whitefeatherfoundation.com/

Kit O'Toole is someone I've long listened to across Beatles podcasts such as TALK MORE TALK. Her work also as a Beatles author and music historian is incredibly impressive, so it was something special to have a little time here with her.

A wonderful conversation that I'm sure you'll enjoy.

You'll also find Kit here below, via the link to her website.

https://www.kitotoole.com/

A little disclaimer...Kit references 'WITH THE BEATLES' during our chat and I found myself getting a little confused with 'THE BEATLES SECOND ALBUM' from Capitol (U.S.), 'but it all works out'. Enjoy the listen!

A little fun in this ep.

Myself, Shaun Croaker, and Paul Van Acker ('John' and 'Paul' from 'The Beatlegs' - met in our very first episode) sat and presented our favourite Top Ten Beatles Tunes. I thought this would be a perfect way to celebrate our 10th episode in the series.

We each gave ourselves two honourable mentions, tracks sitting just outside out ten lists, and all agreed that a list like this can of course change in a matter of hours!

You'll find our complete lists on the Facebook page (link below), where we'd love to see yours also.

Let's get started.

https://www.facebook.com/youcantalktome.beatlespodcast

Meet Joe Wisbey, the man behind the highly popular, 'The Beatles Books Podcast'.

A long time fan of Joe's work in the world of Beatles pods, this conversation was a real pleasure.

I'm sure you'll enjoy getting to know Joe here in episode 9.

Diane Glover, Marketing Manager for The Beatles Story attraction, in the very heart of Liverpool, truly loves her job and her hometown.

We spoke about both the magic of The Beatles, the guest experience within The Beatles Story, and that special place they called home.

I met Brig Corban when she, by chance, was standing at my side during Paul McCartney's GOT BACK tour performance in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, November 1st 2023.

We were three rows back from the stage, front and centre. It was a remarkable evening in every sense. For Brig it was particuarly special when Paul noticed her in the audience and a little magic moment happened.

Almost a year later we got together for the first time since and had a conversation about her Beatles fandom, the moment on that night, and just what it took to be there in the first place.

Let's get talking.