Longer Songs
Longer Songs In this program we feature songs that rarely get played simply because they are too long. Karen and Richard Carpenter departed from their usual style to produce/perform their magnum opus Calling Occupants Of…
Yesterday Once More
Tune in to Yesterday Once More for a weekly dose of musical nostalgia, but expect more than just a curated playlist. This podcast, presented by JOY 94.9, weaves together the iconic sounds from the 1950s through the 1980s with thoughtful commentary and rich historical context. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend, exploring the stories behind the songs and the artists who defined those decades. You’ll hear how this music intersected with social movements and cultural shifts, offering a deeper appreciation for the tracks that shaped generations. Produced for all our Rainbow Communities, the perspective is inherently inclusive, often highlighting the contributions and experiences of LGBTIQA+ artists and listeners within these musical eras. It’s a journey that connects the joy of familiar melodies with an understanding of their place in our shared history. Whether you lived through these times or are discovering them anew, this podcast provides a meaningful soundtrack for reflection and connection, turning a simple trip down memory lane into a resonant exploration of our collective past.
Episodes
Conditions of the Heart
Conditions of the Heart Past civilizations have associated the heart with love as they believed it was (among other things) the centre of emotions. The core of this week’s show CONDITIONS OF THE HEART introduces emotive…
Apparel
Apparel This program centres around all kinds of clothing. There are songs about boots and shoes – Nancy Sinatra’s These Boots Are Made For Walking, Traffic’s Hole In My Shoe and KC and the Sunshine band with Boogie Shoe…
Kiss
Kiss Whether it is in the form of a greeting, a farewell, a sign of comfort or a sign of love and affection the topic of kissing has been and still is a fertile garden of ideas for lyricists. This week’s show KISS includ…
Comings and Goings
Comings and Goings The program starts with English pop band The Moody Blues and their first hit Go Now. The catchy Come On Eileen by Dexy’s Midnight Runners is followed by the darling of JOY listeners, the wonderful Dust…
Movement or Action
Movement or Action This week’s theme encompasses songs that refer to some form of MOVEMENT or ACTION. Included are a few tunes from movies, Everybody’s Talking at Me (1969) from “Midnight Cowboy”, Let’s Go Slummin’ from…
Occasional Duets
Occasional Duets There’s a feast of talent in this program as big stars join together to produce great songs. Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder combine with their plea for racial equality with Ebony And Ivory. Fifties sta…
Aspects of Love
Aspects of Love Love seems to be a series of complicated emotions and feelings that are manifest through a range of actions and language. For years song writers have harnessed the topic of love, cultivating their creativ…
Directions
Directions This week we take you on all different kinds of Directions. First we travel to New Orleans with Freddy Cannon (Way Down Yonder In New Orleans). Then we go north to Alaska with Johnny Horton (North To Alaska) a…
Antipodeans
During the 60’s and 70’s there was a strong migration of great musicians from our neighbour over the Tasman. Many of these New Zealanders made their mark on the Australian charts playing a focal part in the Australian Mu…
