Reelin' In The Years (RITY)

The Sopranos: 08/06/22

August 05, 2022 16:03 - 1 hour - 269 MB

On this episode, we look back at the HBO TV Series, The Sopranos, which aired from January 1999 - June 2007. For more information, visit reelinwithryan.com

A Wine Tasting: 07/29/22

July 29, 2022 16:04 - 1 hour - 259 MB

This week, we're going to do a little wine tasting. Songs that mention "wine" in the title or play a noticeable part in the lyrics. Details on the show - reelinwithryan.com

Songs Inspired By Literature: 07/22/22

July 22, 2022 15:28 - 1 hour - 270 MB

On this week's program, Ryan's featuring songs inspired by works of literature. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Career Opportunities: 07/15/22

July 15, 2022 16:19 - 1 hour - 257 MB

This week on RITY, we head to work! Our theme is Career Opportunities - Songs with an occupation in the title. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Way back in 1890 a Vaudeville Theater opened at 2621 Vine Street in Cincinnati. Over the years, the building was home to various tenants until the mid-70s when it was remodeled and rebranded as Bogart's. It became a venue for local, national, and international live music, as it remains to this day. This week on the show, I'm featuring musicians and bands that have played at the venue. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Red, White and Blue Ash: 07/01/22

July 01, 2022 16:18 - 1 hour - 273 MB

With it being the week of the 4th, I'm spotlighting musicians/bands who've performed at Red, White, and Blue Ash. If you're unfamiliar with the event, the city of Blue Ash has been hosting this for over 30 years as a way to celebrate Independence Day. The city typically hires a well known musician/band to perform. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

The Circle Of Life: 06/24/22

June 24, 2022 16:15 - 2 hours - 280 MB

This week on RITY, the theme is the Circle Of Life. Haha, no, this has nothing to do with The Lion King. These are songs with titles that represent events that unfold over the course of a lifetime. I'll be going in chronological order from the cradle to life beyond this world. For more information, visit reelinwithryan.com

Parts Of The Brain: 06/17/22

June 17, 2022 15:14 - 1 hour - 262 MB

On this week's show, it's all about Parts Of The Brain! The program will be divided into 3 parts: The Cerebrum, Cerebellum, and the Brainstem. I'll be featuring songs that correspond with the functions of each of those parts. Cerebrum - The largest part of the brain and is composed of right and left hemispheres. It performs higher functions like interpreting touch, vision and hearing, as well as speech, reasoning, emotions, learning, and fine control of movement. Cerebellum - Located unde...

Colorful Band Names: 06/10/22

June 10, 2022 16:43 - 1 hour - 271 MB

On this episode of RITY, I'm featuring bands that have a color in their name. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

19th Century Inventions: 06/03/22

June 03, 2022 15:35 - 2 hours - 278 MB

This week, it's a theme that could easily be used as a category in Jeopardy. I'm featuring songs with titles that correspond with a 19th Century Invention. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Summer & A Backyard Barbecue: 05/27/22

May 27, 2022 16:16 - 1 hour - 260 MB

With Memorial Day being just a few days away, this week our theme is Summer & A Backyard Barbecue! For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Rhyme Time: 05/20/22

May 20, 2022 16:07 - 1 hour - 262 MB

This week on RITY, our theme is Rhyme Time - Songs with titles that rhyme. For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Heaven and Hell: 05/13/22

May 13, 2022 15:25 - 2 hours - 284 MB

On this week's edition of RITY, it's all about Heaven and Hell! Plus, soundbites from Jim Steinman and Bob Dylan... Did Dylan sell his soul to the devil for fortune and fame? For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Jazz Fusion: 05/06/22

May 06, 2022 13:48 - 2 hours - 285 MB

This week on the program, we dive into the waters of Jazz Fusion which is a music genre that blossomed in the late '60s when musicians combined jazz harmony and improvisation with rock music, funk, and rhythm and blues. Additionally, electric guitars, amplifiers, and keyboards that were popular in rock 'n' roll started to be used by jazz musicians. For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

WKRP In Cincinnati, Part 2: 04/29/22

April 29, 2022 15:28 - 2 hours - 279 MB

It's Part 2 of our WKRP In Cincinnati theme. This week, I'm playing songs from Seasons 3 & 4. Season 3 hit the airwaves in November of 1980. Season 4 debuted in October '81 and lasted until late April '82, which is when the sitcom was canceled. For more info on RITY, visit reelinwithryan.com

WKRP In Cincinnati, Part 1: 04/22/22

April 22, 2022 15:11 - 2 hours - 278 MB

Back in September 1978, WKRP In Cincinnati debuted on CBS. The sitcom told the story of the misadventures of the staff at a struggling fictional radio station. The program stuck around for four seasons (90 episodes) and featured one helluva soundtrack! This week on RITY, I'll be playing songs from Seasons 1 & 2. Next week, I'll cover Seasons 3 & 4... For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Revisiting WNKU's Last Day: 04/15/22

April 15, 2022 12:08 - 2 hours - 281 MB

Back in 1985, Northern Kentucky University launched WNKU - a radio station that offered listeners an eclectic blend of alternative, folk rock, classic rock, bluegrass, and music by local artists. In 2011, the station expanded it's footprint in the tri-state by acquiring two additional frequencies. Unfortunately, due to a lack of funding, the station was sold in 2017. This week on RITY, I'll be spotlighting songs that WNKU played during their final day on air back on September 28th, 2017.

April Showers Bring May Flowers: 04/08/22

April 08, 2022 15:13 - 1 hour - 267 MB

"April Showers Bring May Flowers" - We've all heard it said, but where did the phrase originate? It actually dates back to the 1500s and the English poet, Thomas Tusser. Back then, he wrote "“Sweet April showers do spring May Flowers." Now you know the rest of the story... That old phrase is our theme this week on RITY. I'll be featuring songs with titles that mention rain or a type of flower. For more information on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com.

American History: 04/01/22

April 01, 2022 14:25 - 2 hours - 280 MB

RITY is ringing in the month of April by featuring songs that were inspired by events in American History. For additional info on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com

Prepositional Phrases: 03/25/22

March 25, 2022 14:57 - 1 hour - 272 MB

On this episode of RITY, we're headed back to grade school English class as our theme is songs with titles that are prepositional phrases! Plus, Benny Mardones will share the interesting story behind his 1980 hit, "Into The Night." For more info on the show, visit reelinwithryan.com

Chevrolet: 03/18/22

March 18, 2022 15:17 - 1 hour - 271 MB

Chevrolet - They say it's an American Tradition. Perhaps that's why it's mentioned so many times in popular songs AND it's our theme this week on RITY - Songs that mention the Chevy brand or a particular model of a Chevy car.

Reelin' In The Years: 03/11/22

March 11, 2022 15:57 - 2 hours - 279 MB

Yes, you read the title correctly - this week on RITY, the theme is reelin' in the years. I'm featuring songs with titles that include a specific year or the word "years."

Trains: 03/04/22

March 04, 2022 15:37 - 2 hours - 277 MB

On this week's edition of RITY, it's all about trains!

Zero Through Ten: 02/25/22

February 25, 2022 14:05 - 1 hour - 273 MB

On this week's edition of RITY, it's all about the numbers zero through ten - Song titles that include a number (0-10) in the title. Plus, soundbites from Cy Curnin (The Fixx) and Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Same Title, Different Songs (Part 1): 02/18/22

February 18, 2022 14:10 - 2 hours - 280 MB

This week on RITY, I'm playing pairs of songs that have the same title, but are completely different.

Who Dey!: 02/11/22

February 11, 2022 15:47 - 2 hours - 289 MB

With The Bengals going to the SuperBowl for the third time, this week our theme is songs that were on the Top 40 chart the other two weeks they went to the big game - SuperBowl XVI (January 24th, 1982) AND SuperBowl XXIII (January 22nd, 1989).

Le Thème Français: 02/04/22

February 04, 2022 14:04 - 2 hours - 283 MB

Bonjour! For this edition of Reelin' In The Years, I'll be spotlighting English songs that include French lyrics. Some of these songs have several lines of French, while others only a word or two. For more information on the program, check out reelinwithryan.com.

Dogs!: 01/28/22

January 28, 2022 14:50 - 2 hours - 281 MB

For this episode of RITY, the focus is on dogs! Songs about dogs or songs that include the word - "dog" - in the title. Plus, the time Casey Kasem lost his cool over the placement of a Long Distance Dedication. For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Songs About Musicians/Bands: 01/21/22

January 21, 2022 13:59 - 2 hours - 276 MB

For this episode of Reelin' In The Years, I'm spotlighting songs about musicians and/or bands. If you like The Beatles, you're going to love the second hour! For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Songs About Musicians/Bands

January 21, 2022 13:59 - 2 hours - 276 MB

For this episode of Reelin' In The Years, I'm spotlighting songs about musicians and/or bands. If you like The Beatles, you're going to love the second hour! For more information on the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Beavis And Butt-Head: 01/14/22

January 14, 2022 18:44 - 2 hours - 288 MB

This week, we venture back to the 90s and the TV series, Beavis and Butt-Head. The show is/was the brainchild of Mike Judge who also created King Of The Hill. One of the best parts of the show are the handful of music videos that are featured on each episode. Better yet, Beavis and Butt-Head provide commentary on each video. For this edition of RITY, I'm going to be playing songs that were featured on the series. Plus, you'll hear some of that commentary from Beavis and Butt-Head. By the way...

Hot Sax!: 01/07/22

January 07, 2022 15:03 - 2 hours - 297 MB

On this 100th episode of RITY, we look back at some of the best sax solos in popular music! Plus, soundbites from Donald Fagen, Billy Joel, and Bill Withers.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 99/ Dec. 31

December 31, 2021 15:23 - 2 hours - 275 MB

First and foremost, Happy New Year! To celebrate, I'm playing songs about a new beginning, a new start, a new year, or change. For more information about the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Just Like Starting Over: 12/31/21

December 31, 2021 15:23 - 2 hours - 275 MB

First and foremost, Happy New Year! To celebrate, I'm playing songs about a new beginning, a new start, a new year, or change. For more information about the program, visit reelinwithryan.com.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 98/ Dec. 24

December 24, 2021 15:49 - 2 hours - 283 MB

Merry Christmas! On this episode of RITY, I'll be spinning some Christmas themed deep tracks with a few hits thrown in as a stocking stuffer... I'm getting over Bronchitis, so I apologize ahead of time for my lack of a voice.

Merry Christmas: 12/24/21

December 24, 2021 15:49 - 2 hours - 283 MB

Merry Christmas! On this episode of RITY, I'll be spinning some Christmas themed deep tracks with a few hits thrown in as a stocking stuffer... I'm getting over Bronchitis, so I apologize ahead of time for my lack of a voice.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 97/ Dec. 17

December 17, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 281 MB

It's all about dreaming on this episode of RITY. Plus, artist interviews with Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel, John Stewart, Jack Blades, and Beatles' producer - George Martin!

The Dream Theme: 12/17/21

December 17, 2021 14:00 - 2 hours - 281 MB

It's all about dreaming on this episode of RITY. Plus, artist interviews with Stevie Nicks, Billy Joel, John Stewart, Jack Blades, and Beatles' producer - George Martin!

Clothes: 12/10/21

December 10, 2021 17:41 - 1 hour - 259 MB

With Christmas being just around the corner, this week's theme involves something that most of us will probably be gifted this year - CLOTHES! Song titles that include a type of clothing in the title.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 96/ Dec. 10

December 10, 2021 17:41 - 1 hour - 259 MB

With Christmas being just around the corner, this week's theme involves something that most of us will probably be gifted this year - CLOTHES! Song titles that include a type of clothing in the title.

90's Pop Rock: 12/03/21

December 03, 2021 13:19 - 1 hour - 270 MB

On this edition of RITY, we're headed back to my childhood with some 90's Pop Rock. If you enjoy groups like Hootie & The Blowfish, Third Eye Blind, MB20, The Goo Goo Dolls, you need to check this out!

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 95/ Dec. 3rd

December 03, 2021 13:19 - 1 hour - 270 MB

On this edition of RITY, we're headed back to my childhood with some 90's Pop Rock. If you enjoy groups like Hootie & The Blowfish, Third Eye Blind, MB20, The Goo Goo Dolls, you need to check this out!

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 94/ Nov. 26

November 26, 2021 19:59 - 2 hours - 280 MB

Happy Holidays and thanks for checking out Reelin' In The Years! November 25th marked the 45th anniversary of The Band's Last Waltz, which was billed as their farewell concert. This week on the program, we're going to relive the event. Plus, we'll hear some interesting stories from The Band's guitarist - Robbie Robertson.

The Last Waltz: 11/26/21

November 26, 2021 19:59 - 2 hours - 280 MB

Happy Holidays and thanks for checking out Reelin' In The Years! November 25th marked the 45th anniversary of The Band's Last Waltz, which was billed as their farewell concert. This week on the program, we're going to relive the event. Plus, we'll hear some interesting stories from The Band's guitarist - Robbie Robertson.

The United States: 11/19/21

November 19, 2021 17:11 - 1 hour - 258 MB

On this edition of RITY, we're taking a cross-country road trip as our theme is songs with titles that mention a U.S. state.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 93/ Nov. 19

November 19, 2021 17:11 - 1 hour - 258 MB

On this edition of RITY, we're taking a cross-country road trip as our theme is songs with titles that mention a U.S. state.

The Great Outdoors: 11/12/21

November 12, 2021 19:27 - 2 hours - 279 MB

On this edition of RITY, we pack up and head to The Great Outdoors... Songs with titles that include something that you might use or encounter while enjoying nature.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 92/ Nov. 12

November 12, 2021 19:27 - 2 hours - 279 MB

On this edition of RITY, we pack up and head to The Great Outdoors... Songs with titles that include something that you might use or encounter while enjoying nature.

Reelin' In The Years/ Episode 91/ Nov. 5

November 05, 2021 13:28 - 1 hour - 253 MB

We're going back to July 3rd, 1970 - That's when the very first American Top 40 Countdown aired on KDEO in El Cajon, California. The program was hosted by Casey Kasem. This week on RITY, we're going to relive that countdown; however, due to time constraints, I'm only counting down the top 30.

The Inaugural American Top 40 with Casey Kasem: 11/05/21

November 05, 2021 13:28 - 1 hour - 253 MB

We're going back to July 3rd, 1970 - That's when the very first American Top 40 Countdown aired on KDEO in El Cajon, California. The program was hosted by Casey Kasem. This week on RITY, we're going to relive that countdown; however, due to time constraints, I'm only counting down the top 30.

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