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TCBCast: An Unofficial Elvis Presley Fan Podcast

Justin Gausman
Elvis Presley
Baz Luhrmann
Graceland
Music History
Music Industry
Rock and Roll
Priscilla Presley
Hound Dog
Colonel Parker
Country Music
Clambake
Viva Las Vegas
Don't Be Cruel
Gospel Music
Epic
Las Vegas
1968 Comeback Special
Nashville Sessions
You Don't Have To Say You Love Me
Spinout

"Elvis is history," Carl Perkins once said, "and anytime anyone or anything becomes history, whether it be Pearl Harbor or Elvis, it will never go away. The world will never tire of his songs." TCBCast is an unofficial fan podcast featuring co-hosts Gurdip Ladhar and Justin Gausman, along with regular guest co-hosts Ryan Droste and Bec Wyles, plus an array of Elvis fans and experts setting out to ... more

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Latest Episodes

Justin is joined in this episode by Helene de Roux, writer and director of "Welcoming Grace," a new short film made to promote ZEISS's Aatma camera lenses, but featuring a narrative built around two Elvis fans meeting for the first time in real life ... more

Olivia joins Justin this week for a Song of the Week special as they deep-dive the stories behind two of their favorite Elvis songs. Olivia's up first, examining Elvis' exellent 1970 cover of Anne Murray's classic country hit "Snowbird" and the tragi... more

Bec and John pitched Justin on the idea of assigning them ANY album from across Elvis's entire discography, from any time or country, and the two of them would have to try to make the case that their pick is better than the other's, even if it may ch... more

There's an old saying that when life hands you lemons, make lemonade - Bec, Ryan and Olivia challenge themselves to make the most out of the weakest films in Elvis' cinematic canon, spotlighting their favorite and most redeeming musical performances ... more

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Recent Guests

John Cappadonna
Patron who contributed thoughts on Epic
Episode: TCBCast 399: Elvis Fans React to "EPiC"
Becca Bailey
TCBCast listener who discussed Epic and Elvis's performance
Episode: TCBCast 399: Elvis Fans React to "EPiC"
George M.
Listener who commented on Epic and fan footage
Episode: TCBCast 399: Elvis Fans React to "EPiC"
Tony Cannata
Listener from Melbourne sharing Epic viewing experience
Episode: TCBCast 399: Elvis Fans React to "EPiC"
Kirsty (England)
Listener contributor with detailed Epic impressions
Episode: TCBCast 399: Elvis Fans React to "EPiC"
John Heath
Elvis enthusiast and creator of content about Elvis on Atomic Wax
Atomic Wax
Episode: TCBCast 397: EPiC Soundtrack Impressions & Breakdown (feat. John Heath) + Jamieson Shaw Q&A!
Jamie Kelley
Musician and host from the EAP Society
EAP Society
Episode: TCBCast 394: Elvis Accompanying Himself (feat. Jamie Kelley of EAP Society)
Kirsty Garland
Runs 'Exposing Elvis Photoshops' on social media.
Episode: TCBCast 369: Exposing Elvis Photoshops (feat. Kirsty Garland) + Elvis De-volution?
John Michael Heath
Guest and member of the EAP Society
EAP Society
Episode: TCBCast 359: Favorite Tracks with David Briggs & Elvis (feat. John Michael Heath)

Hosts

Justin Gausman
Host/Co-host of TCBCast; known for deep Elvis research and thoughtful discussion.
Gurdip Ladhar
Co-host with a strong grasp of Elvis history and film context; contributes critical insights.
Bec Wyles
Co-host bringing fan perspective and cross-referenced research; engages with audience feedback.
Ryan Droste
Co-host adding lively perspectives and host dynamics; engages with listeners and guests.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 178 ratings
  • Well researched and fun!

    Fantastic research not just on Elvis but on the music of his time. The dynamics between all the cohosts are superb.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KCS-Harles
    United States4 months ago
  • Jumped the shark?

    Trying to link the plot of an Elvis movie to trans issues is laughable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Machine184
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Good podcast

    👌If you want to know everything about Elvis, you’ve “come to the right place!”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert Metcalf
    United States6 months ago
  • What

    The absolute fulck

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Hs17839
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Everything Elvis!

    Love this podcast so much…just recently discovered and I can’t stop listening. Such great, thoughtful discussions from people who clearly care deeply about Elvis. I feel seen!! ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Torisox
    United States2 years ago

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TCBCast 394: Elvis Accompanying Himself (feat. Jamie Kelley of EAP Society)
Q: What do you think about people judging Elvis as a musician based on his technical skills?
It's essential to understand that Elvis's music was intertwined with feelings and creativity rather than just technical proficiency.
TCBCast 384: Favorite "Movie Versions" of Elvis Songs (feat. John Michael Heath)
Q: What unique insights can be drawn from Elvis's song interpretations?
Elvis captures profound emotional resonance in his performances, which often reflects his personal experiences.
TCBCast 384: Favorite "Movie Versions" of Elvis Songs (feat. John Michael Heath)
Q: Why do you think most of these movie versions haven't ever surfaced?
There might be a lack of commercial interest and a sense that the film versions were incidental to the soundtrack albums.
TCBCast 379: "Don't Be Cruel" and Otis Blackwell, Part 2
Q: What do you think of Elvis having the co-writing credit for Don't Be Cruel, Olivia?
I mean, that's ridiculous. And it doesn't really help in this situation, you know, of Otis, you know, not getting...
TCBCast 379: "Don't Be Cruel" and Otis Blackwell, Part 2
Q: What do you think of the 1968 version? I know we mentioned it earlier and you obviously prefer the 50s version live better than 68.
There's nothing wrong with the 68 version, but he doesn't have that same 50s playfulness because he's not a young man anymore.

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The show offers deep dives into Elvis Presley's life, music, and surrounding culture, balancing archival analysis with thoughtful critique and fan perspectives. Across episodes, hosts explore film debuts, soundtrack choices, live versus studio recordings, and the broader entertainment ecosystem around Elvis, often weighing humanity against image. Notable strengths include rigorous research, varied guest perspectives, and high production quality; fans appreciate the crew's ability to connect historical context with present-day reception, making it engaging for both longtime enthusiasts and newer listeners who crave detailed exploration of a single artist's career.

A standout aspect is the consistent focus on music and film, with discussions... more

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1. John Cappadonna
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4. Tony Cannata
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