Pat's Peeps Podcast

Ever had your face go numb at the dentist and then immediately tried to drink hot coffee? On this delightfully meandering Friday episode, I take you along for the ride as I navigate dental misadventures with temporary crowns and strict warnings against anything crunchy or sticky – which naturally leads to a nostalgic dive into the disappointing evolution of Cracker Jack prizes from actual toys to mere QR code stickers.

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Weather and music create powerful connections to our memories and influence our daily experiences in meaningful ways.

• Documenting weather patterns helps preserve specific memories of days gone by
• Robin Trower's 1974 album "Bridge of Sighs" stands as one of rock's greatest achievements 
• Trower's guitar style and facial expressions rival Jimi Hendrix in skill and performance quality

Have you ever had one of those days that starts with frustration but ends with unexpected joy? Join me on a therapeutic walk through my property as I process the aggravation of being turned away from a doctor's appointment despite having been a patient there for over two decades.

The morning began with a 45-minute drive to a medical appointment for a concerning skin lesion, only to be told they couldn't find my i...

Pat reflects on the once-common sight of people smoking on television, particularly Johnny Carson, which sparked memories of his own five-year smoking habit from ages 16 to 21.

• Pat recalls quitting smoking after experiencing breathing difficulties at a young age
• Discussion of the Public Health Cigarette Smoking Act of 1970, signed by Nixon, which banned cigarette TV commercials effective January 1971
• Detailed...

We examine Don Lemon's contradictory behavior as he claims to be "above name-calling" while doing exactly that in street interviews, revealing a troubling pattern of hypocrisy from the former CNN host.

• Celebration of Friday vibes and the cooler weather creating a pleasant atmosphere
• Discussion of greatest debut albums including Boston, Tom Petty, Dire Straits, The Cars, and Van Halen
• Analysis o...

Pat takes listeners on a morning walk through the Northern California foothills, reflecting on community, media, music, and finding balance during challenging times.

• Local business spotlight on Roc & Sol Diner's two-for-one meal promotion through September 30th

• Thoughts on creating community gatherings at local businesses
• The importance of physical activity and nature for mental health
• Reflections o...

Twelve years on the air and still fiercely independent. That's the milestone Pat Walsh celebrates in this candid, freewheeling episode that showcases why authentic local radio remains irreplaceable.

Broadcasting from heritage powerhouse KFBK in Sacramento—the same 50,000-watt station that launched Rush Limbaugh's career—Pat proudly carries the torch as possibly "the last local radio talk show host at night i...

Two entertainment legends left us on the same day, each leaving behind an extraordinary legacy that shaped American culture in profound ways.

Robert Redford, Hollywood's golden boy who died at 89, wasn't just the handsome leading man who made hearts flutter in classics like "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid." He revolutionized filmmaking through his founding of the Sundance Film Institute, creating a ...

The legendary Herb Alpert joins us for a heartfelt conversation that spans his extraordinary 90 years as a musician, producer, and cultural icon. With characteristic warmth and humility, Herb shares the pivotal moment when a teacher told him, "The trumpet is a piece of plumbing—you're the instrument," forever changing his approach to music and self-expression.

As we explore Herb's remarkable journey, he...

Pat Walsh dives into America's broken bail system with bail expert Topo Padilla following the tragic murder of a Ukrainian refugee by a repeat offender who should have been behind bars. The conversation examines how our justice system repeatedly fails to protect innocent citizens while giving dangerous criminals endless second chances.

• The murder of a Ukrainian refugee woman in North Carolina by a man with 14 prior ...

What happens when Led Zeppelin meets James Brown? How would the Beatles sound if they wrote Metallica's "Master of Puppets"? This episode of Pat's Peeps Podcast takes you on an unexpected journey through musical mashups, local business success stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at Sacramento's celebrity pizza making contest.

I kick things off by sharing my recent adventure competing in a charity...

What makes a commercial jingle stick in our minds for decades? Why do some performing artists feel compelled to subject paying audiences to lengthy, self-indulgent rants? And what exactly makes a truly great band name? These questions and more find their home in episode 325 of the Pat's Peeps podcast.

We begin by diving into the world of unforgettable commercial jingles that have survived in our collective memory for ...

Coming back from a five-day hiatus feels like a small revolution in today's always-on world. Sometimes doing absolutely nothing is exactly what we need most—that "big on switch" desperately needed flipping to OFF, if only for a moment.

The contrast between peaceful downtime and what unfolded at Burning Man couldn't be more striking. While we enjoyed quiet reflection, 70,000 people paid $550 each to endu...

What happens when rock legends completely lose the plot? On this entertaining musical journey, I dive into some of rock music's most bewildering failures – albums so unexpected and poorly received that they left fans and critics alike questioning everything they thought they knew about these beloved artists.

The Scorpions' 1999 album "Eye to Eye" stands as a perfect example of a hard rock band abandonin...

Thunder rolled across Northern California as Pat Walsh settled into day two of his vacation, recording episode 322 of Pat's Peeps podcast while reflecting on the unexpected weather shift. The peaceful rainstorm served as a stark contrast to the brewing storm in professional sports that dominated this episode's discussion.

At the heart of the podcast lies a critical examination of how the NFL has transformed from ...

Ever wondered how we went from recording sound on steel wire to streaming millions of songs with a tap on our phones? In this nostalgia-filled episode, I take you on a journey through the forgotten audio formats that shaped how we listen to music.

Starting with wire recordings of the 1800s—thin steel wire capturing military communications and business meetings—we explore an array of fascinating technologies that time has l...