Let’s Remember
The program for this episode, LET’S REMEMBER salutes Ike & Tina Turner and Simon & Garfunkel. Ike & Tina Turner was an American musical duo consisting of husband and wife Ike & Tina Turner. From 1960 to 1976, they perfor…
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
Down Under
This episode highlights great Aussie music. Olivia Newton- John performs her hit song from the musical Grease: Hopelessly Devoted To You. Stylus sings the catchy World Of Make Believe and Kate Ceberano excels on I’m Talk…
What’s In A Name?
Shakespeare’s WHAT’S IN A NAME has been used as this episode’s focus. Names distinguish people or things and in this episode, all but one of the songs (The Wreck of the Antoinette) refer to a person’s first name. Austral…
Songs About Songs
In this episode we present songs about songs. Tom Jones performs a gutsy version of the historic Skye Boat Song followed by Supertramp’s big hit The Logical Song. There is Ben E King’s dramatic Don’t Play That Song and P…
Songs to Remember and Reminisce
Yesterday Once More brings you music from the soundtrack of your life and in this episode, the songs refer to remembering or REMINISCING. The opening number by Eric Burdon and the Animals (1967) sets the scene for a dive…
Songs That Ask Questions
There are many songs which ask questions. This episode starts with LGBTIQ+, Australian-American singer Lana Cantrell with her cover of The Young Rascal’s hit How Can I Be Sure? Included are the undisputed talents of the…
Time
TIME is this episode’s spotlight and the songs in the playlist refer to various aspects of time. For example: Bobby Goldsboro focuses on the Summer season, Ray Brown is meeting his girl In the Midnight Hour, Della Reese…
Lucky Dip
This episode features Mossy and Rob choosing their own songs. The program starts with the 1980 Song Of The Year from Kim Carnes, Bette Davis Eyes. It’s followed by Australian indie group Real Life with Catch Me I’m Falli…
Let’s Remember
This episode features an acknowledgment to legend performers. Burt Bacharach was an American composer, songwriter, record producer, and pianist widely regarded as one of the most important and influential figures of 20th…
Australian Musical Events
From 1972 to 1974 Victoria was home to the Sunbury Pop Festival, initially to showcase Australian talent. A group of Australian performers also formed the Happy Hour Brigade. This episode features artists from both of th…
