Tale Spin Records Podcast
Tale Spin Records Podcast
Melissa Maher
We explore the world’s forgotten and often problematic albums.
Episode 10: Saturday Night Live (1976)
Going back in the way back machine to visit SNL comic legends like Chevy Chase, Garrett Morris, John Belushi, Gilda Radner, Laraine Newman, Jane Curtain and Dan Ackroyd. Just enjoy...
Feb 25, 2021
43 min
Episode 9: Night Moves - The Professional Approach To Disco Dance Instruction (1979)
I’d you have night fever, night fever-ah, and an acute ability to learn dance via audio instruction then this is the album collection for you. Deney Terrio of “Dance Fever” gets in the mix so you can get your groove on.
Feb 25, 2021
1 hr 41 min
Episode 8: Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing (1982)
Self touted at “The Most Popular Dance Fitness Program in the World” no doubt threw down the gauntlet for the likes of Jane Fonda, Debbie Reynolds and even “Dynasty’s” Joan Collins. Look out world, Jacki is coming on strong as the OG of aerobic dancing.
Feb 25, 2021
47 min
Episode 6: Fun & Fitness Over 50 with Bob Kames & Phyllis Downey (1983)
Exercise to music for the mature adult has never been so Midwestern. Bob and Phyllis (unclear of their relationship status) give you the goods and gams you want for the raucous life of an empty nester. You don’t even need a separate wardrobe. Just some sensible separates and you’re well on your way.
Feb 25, 2021
52 min
Episode 4: Ann Corio Presents How To Striptease For Your Husband (1963)
Well, we’ve entered into the problematic zone with this one, however, Ann Corio, American Burlesque dancer and actress, was 54 when this came out. And that was probably 105 in 1960s years. Get it, Ann! Enjoy these sultry tunes. “Moulin Rouge” this is not.
Feb 25, 2021
22 min
Episode 3: Jane Fonda’s Workout Record (1981)
Just on the heels of “9 to 5” Jane Fonda made everyone lust for Lycra with her breakout fitness album. VHS was yet to come, so this is some high intensity Hi-Fi for the ages. Drinking Game Alert: Take a shot every time she says “grapevine.”
Feb 25, 2021
1 hr 31 min
Episode 2: Break Dancin’ Featuring Rosey Rose (1984)
Well, another example of a visual skill reduced to vinyl interpretation. Stay tuned for info on these B boys and girl influencers - Rosey Rose, Funky Frank and Speed Break. It’s been 35+ years. What do you think they’re doing now?
Feb 25, 2021
44 min
Episode 5: Marlo Thomas and Friends - Free to Be You and Me (1972)
A star studded album-a-thon with heavy hitters like Diana Ross, Harry Belafonte and Alan Alda regaling young listeners with various tales of courage and self confidence proudly produced by Gloria Steinem and MS. Magazine. Solid.
Feb 25, 2021
49 min
Episode 1: Jimmy Nelson’s Instant Ventriloquism (1964)
There’s nothing like an introduction into ventriloquism like an awkward early 1960s AUDIO ONLY training album. Cultural appropriation alert: doesn’t seem right to call them dummies??? Message is with current vernacular please. Join us at @talespinrecords on Instagram to learn more about each record.
Feb 24, 2021
45 min