Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Author: JOY 94.9 - LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB, Gay, Lesbian, Trans, Intersex, Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities August 18, 2026 Duration: 51:24

This week’s songs are shared between YESTERDAY, TODAY & TOMORROW. Looking to the future Tomorrow songs feature Californian Jo Stafford, Australia’s Cold Chisel, English artists Sandie Shaw and Manfred Mann and the wonderful girl group from the 60’s the Shirelles. The currency of Today is represented by Mancurian group Herman’s Hermits, wonderful songbird Nancy Wilson, American Roy Orbison and the famous four Liverpudlians, the Beatles. The past as in Yesterday is supported by another American Roy Clark, Australia’s John Paul Young and the legendary Stevie Wonder.

PLAYLIST

Yester Me Yester You Yesterday – Stevie Wonder

It’s Almost Tomorrow – Jo Stafford

Tomorrow – Cold Chisel

Yesterday When I was Young – Roy Clark

No Milk Today – Herman’s Hermits

Guess Who I Saw Today – Nancy Wilson

Come Tomorrow – Manfred Mann

Yesterday’s Hero – JPY

Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow – Shirells

Tomorrow – Sandie Shaw

Things We Said Today – Beatles

Today’s Teardrops – Roy Orbison

 

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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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Yesterday Once More
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