PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More

PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine - Music of the 70s, 80s and More

Author: david@pod617.com Language: English Episodes: 100
For anyone who’s ever argued about a one-hit wonder or wondered what exactly made a chart-topper tick, there’s PAST 10s: A Top 10 Time Machine-Music of the 70s, 80s and More. Hosts Michael “Milt” Wolfe and David Yas don’t just play the hits; they dig into the actual top ten lists from decades past, serving up a blend of nostalgia and fresh commentary. Each episode is a deep dive into a specific chart, breaking down not just the winners but the curious also-rans and genuine oddities that shared the space. You’ll hear them analyze everything from the undeniable classics to those “how did that get there?” moments, all with a sense of camaraderie and genuine curiosity. While the core of the podcast revolves around the music of the 1970s and 1980s, they happily venture into the 90s and other eras, applying the same formula to themed lists like the greatest cover songs, iconic TV themes, and memorable movie soundtracks. It’s less a lecture and more like eavesdropping on a great conversation between two knowledgeable friends who love to unpack the stories behind the songs. The result is a consistently engaging listen that might make you revisit your old playlists with a new appreciation. Tune in for a weekly dose of musical archaeology that’s as much about the cultural context as it is about the melody.
Episodes
1979 Hits: Disco, Divas and Tusk [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:45:19
<p><span >In this lively episode of 'Top 10 Time Machine', hosts Dave and Milt travel back to November 24, 1979, to review and analyze the top 10 songs on the Billboard charts from that week. The episode features hits fr…
The 1983 Music Draft? Let’s Dance! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:05
<p><span >Dave and Milt, alongside guest David Kaufer, draft their favorite albums, movie soundtracks, and TV theme songs from the year 1983. The episode includes discussions on iconic albums like The Police's 'Synchroni…
1981: Ghosts, Attics, Tattoos & French Fries [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:44:08
<p>Dave and Milt take a trip back to October 1981, analyzing the Billboard Top 10 albums of that week. They critique and celebrate albums from legendary artists like Billy Joel, Pat Benatar, The Police, Rolling Stones, a…
The 1988 Albums Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:29:41
<p>Dave and Milt, along with guest Mike O'Neill, embark on a nostalgic journey through a rock and roll draft of the top albums of 1988. The draft order reveals the teams, including a unique AI participant named Sabrina.…
1996: Ride the Train, No Diggity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:58:10
<p>In this episode of 'Past Tens,' hosts Dave and Milt take a heartfelt journey back to October 1996, expressing gratitude to listeners and paying tribute to a beloved fan, Tom Carey. The episode blends nostalgia with si…
The 1970 Albums Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:34
<span >In this lively episode of 'Top 10 Time Machines,' the hosts, alongside fan-favorite Lisa and AI Sabrina, embark on a musical journey as they draft iconic albums from 1970. After paying homage to Dave's late cousin…
The Bitches Are Back With the Hits of 1974 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:53:02
<p><span >In this episode of 'Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine,' hosts Dave and Milt explore the Billboard Top 10 hits from October 1974. They spotlight tracks like Bad Company's 'Can’t Get Enough,' Elton John’s 'The Bit…
The 1977 Albums Draft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:55:28
<p>An engaging draft of the best albums from the transformative year of 1977. With spirited discussions on iconic records like Fleetwood Mac's 'Rumors,' the 'Saturday Night Fever' soundtrack, Billy Joel's 'The Stranger,'…
Top 10 TV Shows You Should Be Watching Right Now [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:37
<p><b >Dave and Milt present a list of the top 10 TV shows you should be watching right now. With Dave flying solo while Milt is on vacation, the duo discuss their new favorite shows ranging from Apple TV's 'Presumed Inn…
1985: We Still Want Our MTV [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:47:17
<p>A captivating journey back to September 7, 1985, as Milt &amp; Dave explore the Billboard Top 10 hits of the week. This episode features in-depth analysis and lively critiques of tracks by legendary artists like Princ…