Reelin' In The Years (RITY)

A Solar Eclipse: 07/28/23

July 28, 2023 13:59 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This week on the program, it's a simple theme with a great, diverse playlist. The theme is A Solar Eclipse, so I'll be featuring songs about the moon & sun. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Just Roll With It: 07/21/23

July 21, 2023 15:31 - 2 hours - 110 MB

This week on the program, the theme is Just Roll With It: Song titles that feature a form of the word "Roll" or "Roll" plays an important role in the lyrics. I've excluded songs about rock 'n' roll, as that could be a separate theme. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Informal Contractions: 07/14/23

July 14, 2023 14:21 - 2 hours - 111 MB

On this week's episode, it's something that we're all guilty of saying - Informal Contractions! So, what's that? Basically, these are shortened forms of words or phrases. For instance, instead of saying "Going To," you may say "Gonna." I'll be featuring songs with titles that include at least one informal contraction. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Down The Line: 07/07/23

July 07, 2023 14:56 - 1 hour - 108 MB

On this week's program, the theme is "Down The Line: Songs that include that phrase in either the title or lyrics." For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

A Word Of Advice: 06/30/23

June 30, 2023 11:30 - 1 hour - 109 MB

RITY returns this week with an all new episode. It's a listener suggested theme that I'm calling "A Word Of Advice: Songs That Offer Advice or Teach A Lesson." For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

From Hits To Homicide - The Tragic Story Of Jim Gordon: 06/16/23

June 16, 2023 15:22 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Jim Gordon. You may not recognize his name, but you've most definitely heard his work! This week on the show, I'll be telling his story and featuring songs that feature his talents... For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Duos: 06/09/23

June 09, 2023 14:24 - 1 hour - 104 MB

On this week's program, we take a look back at some of the greatest duos in music! For additional information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Attack Of The Birds: 06/02/23

June 02, 2023 12:01 - 1 hour - 102 MB

This week on the show, our theme is Attack Of The Birds! The theme will apply to one of the following: song titles, bands, or a play on a musician's name. For more information on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

Being In A Band: 05/26/23

May 26, 2023 14:22 - 2 hours - 110 MB

This week on the show, it's a listener suggested theme. I'm calling it "Let's Get The Show On The Road: Songs About Being In A Band." For additional information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Northern Exposure: 05/19/23

May 19, 2023 18:05 - 1 hour - 108 MB

On this week's program, our focus shifts to our friends up north - Canada. I'll be featuring songs by Canadian Bands/Artists. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Trip Down I-75: 05/12/23

May 12, 2023 13:06 - 1 hour - 106 MB

Interstate 75: It's 1,786 miles of roadway, stretching from Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to Miami, Florida. On this week's program, we travel the length of the freeway and make stops along the way. As we pass a point of interest, myself or the GPS, will play a corresponding song... For additional info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Simpsons: 05/05/23

May 05, 2023 12:14 - 1 hour - 105 MB

The animated TV sitcom, The Simpsons, has been going strong since December of 1989. Over the course of their 34 seasons, many great songs have been featured on the show, which is our theme this week! For more information on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

Out At Sea: 04/28/23

April 28, 2023 14:18 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this week's program, we venture Out To Sea! For additional info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Forgot To Run Spell Check: 04/21/23

April 21, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 105 MB

This week on RITY, the theme is Forgot To Run Spell Check: Band Names That Are Spelled Incorrectly. For additional information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Birds Of A Feather Flock Together: 04/14/23

April 14, 2023 15:00 - 2 hours - 111 MB

This week, our theme is Birds Of A Feather Flock Together: Multiple Songs That Are Played As One. Playing two tracks as one was especially popular on album rock radio stations in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. These songs would be featured back to back on the album. There are some cases where it's more than two songs. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Sweet, Sugar, Candy: 04/07/23

April 07, 2023 12:30 - 1 hour - 108 MB

The candy industry loves this time of year due to all of the candy sales from Easter. With that in mind, this week, I'm featuring songs with titles that include one of these words: Sweet, Sugar, or Candy... For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

The April Fools' Theme: 03/31/23

March 31, 2023 15:56 - 2 hours - 111 MB

With tomorrow being April Fools' Day, I thought it would be fitting to do a theme where I feature songs about fools, jokers, and laughter. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Headed For Home: The Bases Of Dating: 03/24/23

March 24, 2023 13:06 - 1 hour - 108 MB

With baseball's Opening Day being right around the corner, this week the theme is somewhat related to America's favorite pastime. We're covering the "Bases" of dating. If you're unfamiliar with what I'm talking about, it will all be explained once you click on "Play." For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Everlasting, Constant, Perpetual Theme that Goes On and On, Endlessly, Always and Forever: 03/17/23

March 17, 2023 14:42 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On this week's program, it's The Everlasting, Constant, Perpetual Theme that Goes On and On, Endlessly, Always and Forever. In other words, songs with titles that include words like "Forever," "Always," and "Everlasting." For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Born To Be Wild: 03/10/23

March 10, 2023 13:30 - 1 hour - 107 MB

With the weather finally beginning to warm up (hopefully), it's time to start-up the ol' Harley and take her for a spin! This week our theme is Born To Be Wild: The Motorcycle Theme... For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Blue-Eyed Soul: 03/03/23

March 03, 2023 15:39 - 1 hour - 104 MB

This week on the program, we're diving into the world of Blue-Eyed Soul which is essentially R&B or Soul music performed by white artists. For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

How Are You Feeling Today?: 02/24/23

February 24, 2023 14:53 - 1 hour - 104 MB

This week on the program, it's all about songs with a feeling or emotion in the title. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

It's Neither A Bird Nor A Plane: 02/17/23

February 17, 2023 16:57 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This week's program was inspired by recent events where objects have been shot out of the sky. The theme is It's Neither A Bird Nor A Plane: Songs and Band Names that reference UFOs or Aliens. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Jeopardy!: 02/10/23

February 10, 2023 16:12 - 1 hour - 108 MB

This week, it's a unique edition of RITY. Our theme is the game show, Jeopardy! Each clue will be read from one of the various hosts of the show. The clue will correspond with either a song, album, band, or artist. You'll hear the clue, I'll give you a second to think before revealing the answer, and that will be followed by a corresponding song. For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Broken Record - Repetitive Songs: 02/03/23

February 03, 2023 16:10 - 1 hour - 103 MB

On this week's episode, it's all about repetition, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. I'd argue that you need a somewhat repetitive song to make a hit. That explains why this week's show includes a lot of well known songs. For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Crime: 01/27/23

January 27, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 105 MB

It's all about crime this week on RITY! Plenty of interesting stories and soundbites to go along with a great playlist. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Songs With Unconventional Instruments: 01/21/23

January 20, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 103 MB

On this week's program, it's a listener suggested theme: Songs that make use of at least 1 unconventional instrument. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Questions For You: 01/13/23

January 13, 2023 14:16 - 1 hour - 108 MB

On this week's program, Ryan's got questions for you... For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Weather & Natural Disasters: 01/06/23

January 06, 2023 15:23 - 1 hour - 109 MB

RITY opens the new year with a show that focuses on song titles that reference weather and natural disasters. For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

American Bandstand: 12/30/22

December 30, 2022 16:03 - 2 hours - 113 MB

I don't know about you, but this time of year always reminds me of Dick Clark. This week on RITY, I pay tribute to America's Oldest Teenager by featuring several of his interviews from American Bandstand. The interviews are, of course, paired with music. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Family Affair: 12/23/22

December 23, 2022 10:42 - 1 hour - 107 MB

It's around this time of year when many of us are spending quite a bit of time with family. With that said, on this edition of RITY, Ryan will be featuring bands that include members of a family... For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

LIVE From Daryl's House: 12/16/22

December 16, 2022 14:20 - 2 hours - 114 MB

On this episode of RITY, I'm featuring songs that were recorded on the web series, LIVE From Daryl's House. The program first aired in late 2007. Thus far, 84 episodes have been released. For more info on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Wheel Of Fortune: 12/09/22

December 09, 2022 16:37 - 1 hour - 107 MB

This week, it's one of Ryan's most creative episodes as the theme is categories from the TV game show, Wheel Of Fortune. Pat Sajak will announce the category. A set of songs will follow with titles that fit that category... For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Ohio River Music Festival: 12/02/22

December 02, 2022 15:26 - 2 hours - 277 MB

On this week's program, we venture back to August 3rd, 1975 and The Ohio River Music Festival which was held at Nippert Stadium on the confines of the University Of Cincinnati. To this day, it's still the most wild concert to ever take place in the Queen City. For more information on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Anatomy Of A Decision: 11/25/22

November 25, 2022 12:16 - 1 hour - 270 MB

Happy Thanksgiving! This episode is a bit of a milestone, because it's the first time a listener has suggested a theme and chosen most of the playlist. It's called The Anatomy Of A Decision. We've broken up the decision making process into four parts with each part having a corresponding set of songs. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Chutes and Ladders: 11/18/22

November 18, 2022 14:51 - 2 hours - 279 MB

This week, we venture back to your childhood with a game of Chutes and Ladders! I'm featuring songs about falling down, rising up, climbing, slipping, ladders, slides, etc... For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Salute To Our Veterans: 11/11/22

November 11, 2022 16:34 - 1 hour - 273 MB

First and foremost, a Happy Veterans Day to all of those who have served or are currently serving! Secondly, on this week's program, I'm featuring songs that are by/or about veterans. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

The King Biscuit Flower Hour: 11/05/22

November 04, 2022 16:40 - 2 hours - 283 MB

On this episode, RITY salutes the old syndicated radio program - The King Biscuit Flower Hour, which aired nationwide between 1973 and 1993. The weekly program featured recorded concerts from a variety of bands/artists. I'll be spotlighting tracks that were played on the show. For more info on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

Songs From Stephen King Novels: 10/28/22

October 28, 2022 14:36 - 2 hours - 281 MB

With Halloween being just a few days away, I thought it'd be fitting to spotlight songs that are mentioned in Stephen King novels. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Please Read The Letter: 10/22/22

October 21, 2022 16:33 - 2 hours - 279 MB

This week on RITY, songs that were inspired by/or reference letters! For more information on the show, reelinwithryan.com

The 5 Love Languages: 10/14/22

October 14, 2022 15:53 - 1 hour - 274 MB

In 1992, Gary Chapman published his New York Times Best Seller, The 5 Love Languages. He theorizes that there are five general ways that romantic partners express and experience love which he calls "love languages." They are: Words Of Affirmation, Quality Time, Receiving Gifts, Acts Of Service, and Physical Touch. On this week's program, I'll be playing songs that correspond with each of those languages.

Actors, Actresses, and Movies: 10/08/22

October 07, 2022 16:53 - 2 hours - 284 MB

This week on Reelin' In The Years, songs inspired by Actors, Actresses, and Movies! For more info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Electricity: 09/30/22

September 30, 2022 14:56 - 1 hour - 269 MB

This week on the program, our theme is Electricity! Songs/Band Names regarding lights, volts, etc... Plus, stories from Bruce Springsteen, Jimi Hendrix, Iva Davies (Icehouse), and Meatloaf. For more info on the show, visit reelinwthryan.com

Fall: 09/23/22

September 23, 2022 14:33 - 2 hours - 278 MB

September 22nd was the first day of fall, so to ring in the season, the theme this week is Autumn - Songs with references to fall. For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Kings & Queens: 09/16/22

September 16, 2022 15:55 - 1 hour - 272 MB

On this episode, it's all about Kings & Queens! Plus, the truth behind the song "Louie Louie" by The Kingsmen.

The Clear Channel Memorandum: 09/09/22

September 09, 2022 17:25 - 1 hour - 269 MB

Following the September 11 attacks, Clear Channel Communications (the owner of many radio stations in the U.S.) released an internal memo that contained a list of 165 songs that program directors felt were "lyrically questionable" to play. It wasn't a demand, just a suggestion that stations not play these songs. On this episode, I'm featuring songs from the list. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Superheroes, Legends, Folklore, and Mythology: 09/02/22

September 02, 2022 15:55 - 2 hours - 277 MB

On this episode, we dive into the world of Superheroes, Legends, Folklore, and Mythology. Plus, I've got soundbites from Ozzy, Stevie Nicks, and Lars Ulrich. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Wild West: 08/26/22

August 26, 2022 16:25 - 1 hour - 268 MB

On this episode, we venture back to The Wild West! Plus, soundbites from Paul McCartney, Bernie Leadon, James Taylor, and more. For additional information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Let's Go Krogering: 08/19/22

August 19, 2022 15:22 - 2 hours - 279 MB

This week, we're headed to Kroger to grab some groceries. I'm featuring songs that include a food or beverage in the title. For more info on the show, visit https://reelinwithryan.com/

Woodstock: 08/12/22

August 12, 2022 15:03 - 1 hour - 262 MB

Monday, August 15th will mark the 53rd anniversary of Peace, Love, and Music - a.k.a. Woodstock. This week on the show, we're traveling back to 1969 and reliving the festival through LIVE recordings and stories from John Fogerty, Santana, Neil Young, Country Joe McDonald, and more! For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

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