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October 20, 2025 63 mins
In today's episode, I'm thrilled to have Dick Wingate join me to talk about his incredible journey in the music industry, his deep connection with Bruce Springsteen, and his role in promoting iconic albums like Born to Run and Darkness on the Edge of Town. Wingate shares fascinating stories about his career, meeting Robin Williams, and his transition into tech. Don't miss this insightful conversation filled with behind-the-scenes anecdotes and a deep love for music. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:39 Early Life and Musical Influences 05:28 College Radio Days and Concert Experiences 09:55 First Encounters with Bruce Springsteen 13:52 Joining Columbia Records and Career Highlights 19:33 Promoting Bruce Springsteen's Darkness Album 21:00 Challenges and Triumphs in the Music Industry 30:14 The Impact of Live Performances 34:06 The Importance of Live Videos 35:21 Shooting the Phoenix Concert 37:01 The Impact of the Video Release 38:28 Bruce's Reluctance and the Darkness Box Set 39:52 Bruce's Unique Approach to Albums 41:34 Balancing Professionalism and Personal Taste 43:23 Challenges in the Music Industry 45:11 Memorable Moments with Artists 48:15 Leaving Columbia for Epic 51:26 A Special Meeting Between Robin Williams and Bruce 55:10 Final Thoughts and Future Projects Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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