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Rolling Stones
Bruce Springsteen
Led Zeppelin
Muscle Shoals
Fleetwood Mac
Grateful Dead
Chicago, United States
Chicago (band)
Disco
Power Pop
1979
Earth Wind & Fire
Eddie Van Halen
Little Feat
Pink Floyd
Talking Heads
Van Halen
Stevie Wonder
Chicago Transit Authority
Bob Marley

Soakin' in the 70's

Each week brothers Jeff and Scott Christensen address the question, "Was the 70's the best decade for music?" It's always a lively and engaging dialogue with each brother bringing a different and unique perspective. Tune in to hear some opinions and great music.

In any week you might hear a deep dive on a band/artist (such as Eric Clapton). Or a discussion of a style of music (... more

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Soakin' in Black Sabbath

Soakin' in the 70's

Season 2 Episode 15

Release date: August 5, 2026

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Soakin' in Sir Elton John Pt. 1

Soakin' in the 70's

Season 2 Episode 14

Release date: July 29, 2026

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Soakin' in Neil Diamond

Soakin' in the 70's

Season 2 Episode 13

Release date: July 22, 2026

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Soakin' in TV Theme Songs

Soakin' in the 70's

Season 2 Episode 12

Release date: July 15, 2026

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John Bator
Friend of the hosts, invited guest to discuss Power Pop
Friend of Scott/Jeff
Episode: Soakin' in Power Pop featuring John Bator
Justin McIsaac
Producer of the show
Soakin in the 70s
Episode: Soakin' in Justin McIsaac
Drew Cline
President of the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy
Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy
Episode: Soakin' in Van Halen
Mike Romano
Neighbor and guest arguing for Styx's Hall of Fame case
Private individual
Episode: Soakin' in Stevie Wonder
Larry Gondelman
Guest; teaches adult education focused on rock and roll
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI)
Episode: Soakin' in the 70's Best Guitarists Featuring Larry Gondelman
Andy Freed
Author of Lead Like the Boss
Lead Like the Boss (author); Virtual Inc
Episode: Soakin' in "Lead like the Boss" featuring author Andy Freed
Kathy Christensen
Guest with extensive concert stories
Episode: Episode 32: Your Concert Stories Pt. 2
Paul Leyden
Friend of Scott who supplied stories
Episode: Episode 32: Your Concert Stories Pt. 2
Al Toby
Friend of the hosts with music knowledge
Episode: Episode 32: Your Concert Stories Pt. 2

Hosts

Scott Christensen
Host with a background in record stores, music journalism, and long-time engagement with 70s music; co-host of the show.
Jeff Christensen
Host with semi-pro musician background; sax and harmonica experience; active in open jam scenes and bands since the 70s.

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Soakin' in Black Sabbath
Q: Dan, what are your other faves beyond Sabbath, and how did you first get into them?
Dan talks about getting into metal through influences like Megadeth, Metallica, Slayer, Rush, and other bands, and shares how a compilation and live experiences shaped his listening path, highlighting the cross-pertilization between genres and the rise of thrash-era bands.
Ep. 29 Soakin' in Country. Featuring Larry Newton
Q: Larry, what is the core essence of country music according to your view?
Larry explains country music blends multiple heritage influences and often centers on universal human experiences like hardship, relationships, and everyday life, with a traditional three-chord voice that still allows for deep emotional storytelling.
Episode 30 - Soakin' in David Bowie! Featuring Don Flood.
Q: What makes Bowie's career during the 70s so influential even today?
The decade showed an extraordinary ability to reinvent himself across multiple personas and genres, collaborate with a wide range of artists, and produce a string of timeless records and iconic performances that still resonate with new generations.
Soakin' in the 70's Best Guitarists Featuring Larry Gondelman
Q: Larry, what criteria did you use to pick these guys? Are these the tops?
Larry explains that there's no objective 'greatest,' but he selected guitarists who were standout performers in the seventies, whose work and influence pushed rock forward, while noting the ongoing debate about who truly belongs on a top-tier list.

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Two brothers navigate the 1970s music landscape with lively banter, deep catalog dives, and personal anecdotes. Episodes cover a wide range of bands, genres, and moments from the decade—everything from tight analyses of individual acts (and their influences) to discussions about styles like yacht rock, debates about Rock & Roll Hall of Fame candidacy, and occasional explorations of film soundtracks and one-hit wonders. A recurring strength is blending veteran enthusiasm with practical, music-nerd insight, often featuring guest perspectives from musicians, educators, and policy-minded commentators to provide context on culture, history, and the music industry. The show also tends to mix nostalgic transmission with fresh takes, making it appr... more

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