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Fixing A Hole - The Beatles podcast you didn't know you needed

Paul Humbley & Mark Wakely
The Beatles
Get Back Documentary
John Lennon
EMI
Revolver
Apple Corps
UK Singles
The Beatles Christmas Messages
A Hard Day's Night
Pirate Radio
B-Sides
Promotional Singles
Eleanor Rigby
Tomorrow Never Knows
Paul Mccartney
Cavern Club
Capitol Records
Northern Songs
Hard Day's Night
Anthology

Join Paul Humbley and Mark Wakely for their weekly conversations talking about all things Beatles in the Fixing a Hole podcast. Paul, a lifelong Beatles obsessive. Mark an ex-London black cab driver, pirate radio DJ and podcast producer have one thing in common. Music, and particularly a love for The Beatles. They have partnered to bring you weekly themed conversations covering all aspects of John... more

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For George, it must have been a double edged sword being a member of the worlds biggest band, with two of the greatest song writers. On the one hand George the budding songwriter was finding it difficult to get his compositions included on a Beatles ... more

In last week’s episode we took a deep dive into 1962. The final year of John, Paul, George and Ringo’s musical apprenticeship.

This week we look at the first year of the second phase of their career, 1963. In particular, we delve into their live app... more

By December 1962 John, Paul, George and Ringo had completed their apprenticeship. All the hard work they had put in slogging around the night spots of Liverpool and Hamburg had started to pay off. 

The year had begun with an audition for Decca and a... more

In 1966 plans were hatched to commission an animated feature based on The Beatles song, Yellow Submarine.

However, with a production team which included the maker of 200 'Popeye' cartoon shorts. John, Paul, George and Ringo wanted nothing to do with... more

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Jacques Volcouve
Arenowned Beatles collector and knowledge expert
Episode: In conversation with Jacques Volcouve. World leading Beatles authority and archivist.
Dave Lewis
Author and leading authority on Led Zeppelin
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Episode: A Whole Lotta Love for The Beatles. A chat with Dave Lewis
Patrick Humphries
Music journalist and author
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Episode: Patrick Humphries Talks Beatles

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Mark Wakely
Producer and co-host of the podcast, also self-described as a Beatles obsessive. Former London black cab driver and pirate radio DJ.
Paul Humbley
Co-host and Beatles expert, providing insights and knowledge about the band and their music.

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Patrick Humphries Talks Beatles
Q: Can you give us an outline of your career and a few highlights?
Patrick Humphries outlines his lengthy journalism career, starting in the 1970s, including his time at NME and Melody Maker, and highlights his freelance work for various major publications.
In conversation with Jacques Volcouve. World leading Beatles authority and archivist.
Q: What was your involvement in The Beatles' story?
Jacques got involved in The Beatles' story starting from 1972 when he began rewriting the BBC production of The Beatles story and later created a fanzine and hosted radio shows about them.
In conversation with Jacques Volcouve. World leading Beatles authority and archivist.
Q: When did you first become aware of The Beatles?
Jacques first became aware of The Beatles when an EP featuring songs from 'A Hard Day's Night' was gifted to his brother in January 1965, but his true fascination developed after discovering 'Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band' during turmoil in May 1968.
Abracadabra: And as if by Magic, Along Came Revolver
Q: When did you first hear Revolver?
I first heard it in 1975, but I didn't really hear it until 1980.
Abracadabra: And as if by Magic, Along Came Revolver
Q: What is it about Revolver that for you makes it stand head and shoulders above the other Beatles albums?
Every single song could have been a single. It's just lovely.

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Conversations on various aspects of The Beatles' legacy illuminate the lives and careers of the iconic band members, along with their solo pursuits. Hosts engage listeners with deep dives into albums, songs, and historical moments, illustrating not just the band's musical evolution but also the cultural impact they've left since their inception. Episodes cover a myriad of themes, from film adaptations and monumentally significant years in the band's history to the vast literature dedicated to their journey. Unique insights, anecdotes, and an exploratory approach likely set this podcast apart, catering not only to die-hard fans but also to those who are curious about the band's rich legacy and individual stories from within.

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