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When They Was Fab: Electric Arguments About the Beatles

Ed Chen and Jon Stone, Lonnie Pena, Martin Quibell
The Beatles
Paul Mccartney
Mexico City
Beatles
Wings
Concerts
John Lennon
Beatles Music
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Ringo Starr
Now and Then
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Band On the Run
Yesterday
George Harrison
Denny Lane
The Blue Album
Beatmas
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Ed Sullivan Show

Talk, more talk, chat, more chat - We’re happy to do it for you (Beatles)

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Chris O'Dell
Rock and roll publicist and writer known for her connections with the Beatles and other iconic artists.
Episode: 2025.11 Ringo at the Ryman on CBS
Sally Martin Katz
Photo Curator for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, overseeing the McCartney Photo Exhibition.
Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco
Episode: 2025.09 FAMSF - Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm (Sally Martin Katz)
Jon Stone
Guest sharing insights about 1964 and the Beatles
Episode: 2025.02 Jon Stone's 1964 in Review
Eoghan Lyng
Author of 'The Decades Series' & contributor to various music publications
Sonic Bond
Episode: 2024.52 Living in the Material World - Disc One (Eoghan Lyng, Ken Michaels)
Ken Michaels
Host of 'Talk More Talk,' a Beatles videocast
Ken Michaels Radio
Episode: 2024.52 Living in the Material World - Disc One (Eoghan Lyng, Ken Michaels)
David Tedeschi
Director of Beatles 64
Documentary filmmaker
Episode: 2024.51 Director David Tedeschi - Beatles '64
Maysles Brothers
Pioneering filmmakers known for documentaries
Granada Television
Episode: 2024.51 Director David Tedeschi - Beatles '64
Joe English
Drummer and vocalist for Paul McCartney and Wings
Paul McCartney and Wings
Episode: 2024.50 The McCartney Legacy Volume 2, Pt.2
Allan Kozinn
Music critic and culture reporter for the New York Times
New York Times
Episode: 2024.49 The McCartney Legacy Volume 2, Pt.1

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Martin Quavelle
Ed Chin
Host of When They Was Fab
Lonnie Peña
Co-host of When They Was Fab

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 131 ratings
  • They ask the questions I would want to ask

    Recently discovered this Beatles podcast and it has quickly become a favorite. They are well versed fans of the band and ask the questions of their guests that I would want to know too. And the topics are up to date. I'll be a regular listener!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JerryK_in_TX
    United States4 months ago
  • Mr postman segment

    Please put this in your podcast. Stop cursing. I thought you were different from untitled Beatles podcast but you still curse I’m 13 I mean I do listen to bands that curse I like punk but the Beatles are my favorite band and I know a lot about them I mean I do listen to Green Day a lot

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    OwenLeniustheCupheadfan
    United States7 months ago
  • Mind Games

    They do John very well. A nice treatment of John’s music in Mind Games and discussing him compassionately as a man. Mocking Paul, as usual, but whatever.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kellygfg
    Canada7 months ago
  • Mixed

    The poor handling of The Lewisohn Kerfluffle is disappointing and uninformative, but this podcast when it's happy is entertaining and light, which is most of the time, with a folksiness I find charming. The hosts are well in the groove as lifelong collectors and ready with tidbits about possible upcoming Beatles and solo releases, their ears close to the wires as fan-consumers.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EYEBALL HATRED
    United States10 months ago
  • 01/01/2024 from Jan-June

    Despicable treatment of May Pang, ageism and just terrible review of her movie At least, you cop to your bias.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kellygfg
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the mixture of nostalgia and critical perspectives on the Beatles' legacy.
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Entertaining and captivating discussions for Beatles fans with a wealth of insights and anecdotes.

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2025.09 FAMSF - Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm (Sally Martin Katz)
Q: What do you want visitors to learn or take away from the exhibition?
I want them to see McCartney's artistic contributions holistically, not just as a musician, but as a talented photographer who captures a pivotal moment in cultural history.
2025.09 FAMSF - Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm (Sally Martin Katz)
Q: How did those negatives and contact sheets come to light?
He found the photographs in the negatives and contact sheets during a conversation about organizing an exhibition of his late wife, Linda Eastman's photographs.
2025.09 FAMSF - Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–64: Eyes of the Storm (Sally Martin Katz)
Q: What do you remember about the time that these photos come from?
To me, it's just exciting seeing us. We were like on an upwards ramp going to London, Paris, New York, Washington, Miami. It's just great memories for me.
2024.51 Director David Tedeschi - Beatles '64
Q: How did you come to decide on a Paris interview over the closing credits?
The Paris interview was included as it gave a powerful punctuation to the film, showing their eagerness before arriving in the U.S.
2024.42 Daytime Revolution Review pt.2 + Interview with Director Erik Nelson
Q: How did Erik Nelson approach the editing of Daytime Revolution?
He aimed to distill the extensive footage into a coherent narrative that highlights the interaction and cultural significance of the shows.

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