Fun facts and sidetracks

Cracking covers, Ketchup and the Card Calendar

Fun facts and sidetracks

Show Notes

Episode 10 Timeline Season Two Kick-off: Cracking covers, Ketchup and the Card Calendar Al and Marty return for season two of “Fun Facts and Sidetracks,” describing the show as light, non-political conversation about music, movies, history, and anything that makes them laugh. 00:00 Season 2 Kick-off: What This Show’s About (Fun Facts, Sidetracks & No Politics) 01:21 Cover Versions 101: Why Covers Matter & What Counts as a Cover 02:48 From Slavery Songs to Ram Jam: The Wild...

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