It's the Toy Lady!

FRIDAY 12/23/11- Karen O'Brien not only knows the value of old toys, she is also a toy historian who can talk about the cultural context in which many of your favorite toys were created. "O'Brien's Collecting Toys" available at:

http://leaveittokaren.blogspot.com/


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Louie Louie revisited

THURSDAY 12/22/11- Jack Ely, lead singer of the most controversial top 40 hit in history, is here to set the record straight about "Louie Louie," and the the real story about the FBI's investigation of the Kingsman.


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A candid conversation with Roger Waters

THURSDAY 12/22/11- Roger discuss the early days of Pink Floyd, the bitter break-up, and his music career in the "post-Floyd" era.


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Is the GOP afraid of Ron Paul?

WEDNESDAY 12/21/11- The libertarian-leaning presidential candidate has a solid base of support among likely voters, but not within the Republican party, which remains very skiddish about the outspoken congressman and his unconventional views.


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Comedian Tom Mabe

TUESDAY 12/20/11- By making audiences across America laugh for over 15 years about the annoyances of modern life, comedian Tom Mabe has become known as the “Comic with a Cause." His hilarious prank calls put a spotlight on bad customer service, gas prices, telemarketers, and immigration. Tom’s new CD, King of the Ring, is available at http://tommabe.com/cds.php


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Are banks prolonging the foreclosure crisis?

MONDAY 12/19/11- Are there homes in your neighborhood that have been empty more than a year? Are there brand new homes without occupants? Should the banks renegotiate the mortgage loans so people that don't walk away from artificially high mortgages? Should empty homes be destroyed to increase the home values for the rest of the neighborhood?


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SUNDAY syndicated program 12/18/11 (hr1)

This week Allan welcomes back investigative journalist Greg Palast with the hushed–up story of what really happened at BP's Deepwater Horizon. Then, former Governor Jesse Ventura returns to weigh in on all the hot issues facing the country as 2011 comes to an end. Also joining Allan is the attorney who recently exposed those responsible for giving American jobs to China. Also tonight, TRAN-SIBERAN ORCHECTRA'S Paul O'Neil.


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The legacy of the Twilight Zone

FRIDAY 12/16/11- From its signature theme song, to its many memorable images, to its very name, Rod Serling's "The Twilight Zone" is ingrained in our collective conscious like no other TV show. Marc Scott Zicree spent five years researching and writing what is, without a doubt, the definitive look at this classic horror-fantasy-science fiction show. Not only is the book an exhaustive episode-by-episode guide, it also provides in-depth interviews with the actors, producers, writers, and all other contributors to the show.

http://zicree.com/


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"Nice Guys Don't Get Laid"

THURSDAY 12/15/11- Definition: "Nice Guy" - A term used by a woman to depict a male who is courteous, considerate, and dependable, and therefore UNDESIRABLE as a mate.

So begins Marcus Meleton's foray into the inexplicable attraction women have to men of the other sort. This book is a must for any man who wonders why a woman left him for a jerk and wants to be the man women are drawn to.

http://sharkbaitpress.com/


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A national ban on cell phones in cars?

WEDNESDAY 12/14/11- The National Transportation Safety Board is recommending such a ban, but is that going too far?


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This week, we welcome back Bob Crane, founder of the C.Crane Company, where you will find high quality, innovative electronic products for the consumer who truly appreciates top-of-the line radios, wi-fi devices, emergency communications equipment, digital recorders, LED lighting, and accessories. https://www.ccrane.com/
NOTE: To get a free C.CRane Catalog, or to order, go to Allan’s Rock Talk website www.ifitrocks.com and click on the banner on the left with the image of the 2012 catalog. Or call 1-800-522-8863, and use the code “ALLAN” when asked.

Later in the show, the GIZ WIZ Dick Debartolo is here with some intriguing new gadgets he’s been testing out. Besides his own netcast program with Leo Laporte, Dick appears as a monthly guest of Computer America, and also does a periodic "gadget" segment on ABC World News Now, offering information and advice about various devices and products. http://gizwizbiz.squarespace.com/

Also tonight, award-winning illusionist, Joshua Jay is one of the most fascinating young entertainers on the rise. With his all-in-one magician's kit, The Complete Magician: Everything You Need to Put on a Show, Joshua shares his magic with aspiring magicians looking to delight coworkers, dazzle dinner guests, entertain kids, and bowl over friends and family.


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Davi Sings Sinatra

FRIDAY 12/9/11- There are actors who can sing, and singers who can act and iconic screen star Robert Davi is known in inner circles as the “singer who can act.” Davi, who studied opera as a young man, always intended to make singing his career, but as fate would have it his screen career took flight and there was no looking back. Now after 100 movies with remarkable diversity, hit television credits and his directorial film debut, Davi is returning to his first love, making his major recording debut with a tribute to his mentor the legendary Frank Sinatra.


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It's the Pet Food Lady!

THURSDAY 12/8/11- There is news of more pet food being recalled, so it's time for an update from our Pet Food Safety Advocate Susan Thixton, who has co-authored a pet food recipe book with Holistic Veterinarian Cathy Alinovi. Dinner PAWSible is available at http://truthaboutpetfood.com/


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GIZ WIZ Dick DeBartolo

WEDNESDAY 12/7/11- Dick is here with some intriguing new gadgets he’s been testing out. Besides his own netcast program with Leo Laporte, Dick appears as a monthly guest of Computer America, and also does a periodic "gadget" segment on ABC World News Now, offering information and advice about various devices and products.


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Bob Crane of C.Crane electronics

WEDNESDAY 12/7/11- Bob Crane is the founder of the C.Crane Company (est. 1976), where you will find high quality, innovative electronic products for the consumer who truly appreciates top-of-the line radios, wi-fi devices, emergency communications equipment, digital recorders, LED lighting, and accessories. https://www.ccrane.com/

NOTE: To get a free C.CRane Catalog, or to order, go to Allan’s Rock Talk website www.ifitrocks.com and click on the banner on the left with the image of the 2012 catalog. Or call 1-800-522-8863, and use the code “ALLAN” when asked.



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Ron Paul goes on offense--smart move?

TUESDAY 12/6/11- Unlike his previous presidential campaigns, Congressman Ron Paul is launching attack ads against his rivals, which seems to be OK with his supporters. Will it help him attract other GOP voters?


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Talkers magazine's Michael Harrison

TUESDAY 12/6/11- Michael Harrison is the founder and publisher of Talkers magazine, the talk-radio industry's leading trade journal. He has spent more than 40 years in radio -- as an on-air host of both talk radio and rock radio, as a station manager and program director, and as a station owner. Talkers magazine is best known for the "Heavy Hundred" -- its annual ranking of the 100 most important talk-show hosts in America.


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Greg Palast investigates the "Vultures" at BP Oil

MONDAY 12/5/11- Greg Palast's crew of journalist-detectives chase down British Petroleum bag men, CIA operatives, nuclear power con men—and "The Vultures," billionaire financial speculators who, through bribery, flim-flam and political muscle, take entire nations hostage for mega-profits. It all begins when the Deepwater Horizon explodes in the Gulf of Mexico and a confidential cable arrives in Greg’s office from a terrified insider, detailing the real, hushed-up facts of the disaster. What happens next is a tale of oil company hit men, nuclear con-men and financial jackals

http://www.gregpalast.com/vulturespicnic/


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SUNDAY syndicated program 12/4/11 (hr1)

This week, it’s Rob Halford--the Beast from the East—back on the show to talk about Judas Priest’s latest tour and one of two new compilations just released; The Chosen Few features Priest classics chosen by members of such bands such as Black Sabbath, Metallica, Lamb of God and Guns N’ Roses, who celebrate the career of the heavy metal veterans. www.judaspriest.com
Later in the hour, rock drummer Carmen Appice calls in from the road to give us an update on the current Vanilla Fudge tour.
Also this week, it's time for another round of great Psychotronic Movies and Rock ‘N Roll from Michael Weldon, including Psychedelic Rock, One Hit Wonders and garage Rock ‘N Roll. Michael is the editor and founder of Psychotronic magazine. And the author of the Psychotronic Encyclopedia of Film and the latest Psychtronic Video Guide.


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100 greatest guitarists

FRIDAY 12/2/11- Rolling Stone magazine recently assembled a panel of top guitarists and other experts to rank their 100 favorite guitarists, and explain what separates the legends from everyone else. The list includes plenty of familiar names, but excludes some of the most prominent guitarists in Rock music history.


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Folk music legend Peter Yarrow

FRIDAY 12/2/11- Iconic '60s folk trio Peter, Paul & Mary are known not just for their heart-warming style of music, but also for the group's message of humanity, hope, and activism, a message which transcends that transformative era in American history. Along with Lenny Lipton, Peter Yarrow wrote the beloved song and--now pop-up book Puff, the Magic Dragon. Peter is a Grammy winner and an Emmy nominee for his animated TV specials based on Puff. In addition to extensive touring and performing, Peter is active in Operation Respect, an organization that promotes anti-bullying awareness in schools across the country.


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Rob Halford of Judas Priest

FRIDAY 12/2/11- Rob is back on the show to talk about the latest tour and one of two new compilations just released called “The Chosen Few.” www.judaspriest.com


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Your favorite TV shows on DVD

THURSDAY 12/1/11- Gord Lacey, the founder of TVShowsOnDVD.com, has the latest information about current and past television series that have become available on DVD.

http://tvshowsondvd.com/


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Your favorite TV shows on DVD (part 2)

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Your favorite TV shows on DVD (part 3)

THURSDAY 12/1/11- Gord Lacey, the founder of TVShowsOnDVD.com, has the latest information about current and past television series that have become available on DVD.

http://tvshowsondvd.com/


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Unlikely animal friendships

WEDNESDAY 11/30/11- "Unlikely Friendships: 47 Remarkable Stories from the Animal Kingdom" was chronicled by JENNIFER HOLLAND, senior writer for National Geographic magazine, specializing in science and natural history. Among the stories:

• How a pit bull, a Siamese cat, and baby chicks, all live together in harmony
• Koko the gorilla and her beloved kitten
• The leopard that snuggles up and falls asleep next to a cow.
• Even a lion, a tiger and a bear that all live together in comfy close quarters


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Rob Alamanza from "Into Tomorrow"

WEDNESDAY 11/30/11- “Into Tomorrow" is now in its 16th year, covering the latest in consumer electronics & technology available. Co-host Rob Alamanza joins us for a holiday shopping season update on tablets, phones, 3DTV, and more.

http://intotomorrow.com/


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Squeezing Americans out of the US workforce

WEDNESDAY 11/30/11- Despite the persistently high level of domestic unemployment, U.S. corporations are actually installing strategies to illegally discriminate against the entire American workforce, in order to go abroad to seek cheaper labor. Each year over 2,000,000 U.S. jobs that require a college degree and specialized training are being taken away from educated, middle class Americans workers by unqualified workers imported from other countries. These jobs are not being transported overseas. Rather, the labor is being imported here, and it's all due to work preference for foreign workers that have been set up by our own government.
Fighting mad and fighting back, attorney James Otto who is the expert litigator on the subject, has accumulated witnesses and documents that establish the segregation of Americans out of the American workforce.




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11 Sounds That Your Kids Have Probably Never Heard

TUESDAY 11/29/11- Who knew that some noises could eventually become as extinct as the passenger pigeon? Depending on your age, you or your kids or grandchildren may have only heard certain sounds in old movies, if at all.



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Former Minn. Governor Jesse Ventura

MONDAY 11/28/11- JESSE VENTURA is the former Independent Governor of Minnesota, as well as a former U.S. Navy SEAL, professional wrestler, movie actor, visiting fellow at Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and the New York Times bestselling author of five books. He is the host and executive producer of TruTV's Conspiracy Theory with Jesse Ventura . Over the years, Jesse has developed a reputation as the ultimate non-partisan truth-seeker; he has no qualms about questioning authority. His official website is www.WeAintGotTimeToBleed.com


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SUNDAY syndicated program 11/20/11

“Capitol Punishment: The Hard Truth about Washington Corruption from America's Most Notorious Lobbyist” is Jack Abramoff's autobiographical expose unveiling the mysterious and corrupt world of federal politics. There is much to the Abramoff saga that almost no one has heard before. The book is full of surprises and entertaining anecdotes that provide insight into many of the escapades and surreal dealings in Jack's life. While he is the villain in the black fedora hat to most of the world, this narrative unearths Abramoff, the human being: tortured, troubled, guilt-ridden, broken, and sorrowful. There are lessons in this book for all - a compelling and redemptive story.


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Are Cigarette companies being treated unfairly?

FRIDAY 11/18/11- A federal judge has blocked the new law that requires tobacco companies to display graphic images of the health hazards of smoking. Does this mean the government has been bullying the industry?


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Wanna be in a Rock opera?

WEDNESDAY 11/16/11- Actor/teacher Sheri Sanders created her theatre master class, “Rock the Audition," in 2004, and since then has become a premiere rock-audition and rock-music repertoire coach. She travels extensively, teaching students and their instructors the art of holistically capturing the essence of the rock musicals prior to audition.

Get your copy of "Rock the Audition: How to Prepare for and Get Cast in Rock Musicals," including a DVD, at www.rock-the-audition.com


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It's Psychotronic Time!

TUESDAY 11/15/11- Micheal Weldon, the godfather of psychotronic movie knowledge, shares the inside scoop on all those low budget cult classics we love to laugh at. Michael is the editor and founder of Psychotronic Magazine, and the author of the Psychotronic Encyclopedia of Film and the Psychotronic Video Guide. His radio show can be heard Friday Nights 8p-12mid (ET) on www.wctg.fm.

http://www.psychotronic.com


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North Carolina's good samaritan

MONDAY 11/14/11- NC resident Walt Brinker's full-time hobby is stopping and assisting broken-down motorists. He accepts no compensation for his efforts, but finds the experience of kindness to be much more valuable and rewarding than currency.


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The sad reality of modern-day slavery

MONDAY 11/14/11- Is slavery making a comeback in America? Consider the following news items:

A woman was recently sentenced to 140 years in prison after using two Nigerian immigrants as personal unpaid servants in her luxury home in Atlanta, Georgia. A few days later, two Ukrainian brothers were convicted of smuggling desperate villagers into the United States to work long hours, cleaning retail stores and office buildings at little or no pay. The prosecuting U.S. attorney in Philadelphia said it was "modern-day slavery. It's hiding in plain sight.”

According to a woman who lived through racial prejudice, segregation and slavery in post-World War II Europe, the slavery crisis in the modern world is far worse than people may think. Lucia Mann, author of Rented Silence, warns that "anyone who thinks slavery died when America abolished it in the 1800s has a shock coming to them." Mann, whose mother was a sex slave and a WWII concentration camp survivor, is a former journalist and author of a novel about slavery and racial prejudice based on her life experiences and those of other persecuted souls she witnessed. www.luciamann.com


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Abramoff--the Man Who Bought Washington

MONDAY 11/14/11- Jack Abramoff was the centerpiece of the largest DC scandal in since Watergate. For years, he was the most powerful lobbyist on Capitol Hill, and congressmen eagerly lined up to do his bidding. Executives heeded his advice, and heads of governments hung on his every word. But when scandal brought him down--ultimately casting him into disgrace and even prison--this power broker said nothing. Now, he pulls back the curtain on K Street, revealing the dirty underbelly of America's government.

http://www.abramoff.com/


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SUNDAY syndicated program 11/13/11 (hr1)

This week, Allan welcomes back comedian Lewis Black for his 5th appearance on the show. In his hilarious book about the biggest holiday of the year, "I'm Dreaming of a Black Christmas," Lewis lets loose on all things Yule: from how the holiday is celebrated to the traditions that drive him nuts; from being cast as Ebenezer Scrooge in a tour of A Christmas Carol to celebrating the holiday with his ex-wife during their short-lived (and disastrous) marriage. Here, Lewis recounts the annual seasonal insanity he has endured in his funny, razor sharp, insightful, and honest style. http://www.lewisblack.com/

Also this week, the "American Desparado" Jon Roberts, his Life—from Mafia Soldier to Cocaine Cowboy to Secret Government Asset. Paramount is already on board to produce the film with Peter Berg directing and Mark Walberg set to play Roberts.

Allan also welcomes back Dr. Christopher Glenn Fichtner, author of "Cannabinomics: The Marijuana Policy Tipping Point."


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Best local restaurants in NC

THURSDAY 11/10/11- It’s been a while, and listeners have been requesting it, so let’s do it--What are your favorite local restaurants, the obscure, family-owned, unpublicized establishments in North Carolina that deserve to make our list?


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Coping with cancer in the 21st century

THURSDAY 11/10/11- Most people at some point in their lives will get the news that they or someone they love has cancer. 41% of Americans (1 in 2 men & 1 in 3 women) will get cancer in their lifetimes. 21% will die from the disease. However, there is some good news on the subject. On today’s show, two representatives of the CORNUCOPIA CANCER SUPPORT CENTER in Durham will explain the modern approach to coping with a cancer diagnosis, adapting to “new normals,” and understanding the clinical sequence leading up to survivorship.

Mary Lawrence is President and CEO of Cornucopia Cancer Support Center based in Durham. She has grown Cornucopia's reach in the community through partnerships, needed resources and new programs. She is now leading the 16 year-old organization onto new ground breaking work using digital media to grow and make Cornucopia's mission stronger.

Lee Anne McClymont is an author, columnist and cancer survivor. She's worked for the past three years to build a community among cancer patients, survivors and caregivers living in the Triangle. Last year, Lee Anne teamed up with Cornucopia to create a digital platform for survivors, patients and caregivers to share their stories and help shape the future of care delivery for the fragmented disease we call cancer.



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Remembering Joe Frazier & other celebs

TUESDAY 11/8/11- The death of boxing legend Joe Frazier on Nov. 7 from liver cancer was somewhat unexpected. At age 67, Frazier was only recently diagnosed with liver cancer. He died perhaps not knowing that he was still admired by many people who remembered his glory days, and charismatic personality. If you had the chance to meet your favorite celebrity and tell them how much they meant to you, who would that person be and what would you say to them?


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Comedian Lewis Black

MONDAY 11/7/11- Lewis Black is coming back to North Carolina, Friday November 18th, at War Memorial Auditorium in Greensboro. Prolific funny man, actor, author, and stand-up comedian/ranter LEWIS BLACK will be live onstage as part of his IN GOD WE RUST tour. Lewis' live performances provide a cathartic release of anger and disillusionment for his audience. Lewis yells so they don't have to. He is a passionate performer who is a more pissed-off optimist than mean-spirited curmudgeon. Lewis is the rare comic who can cause an audience to laugh themselves into incontinence while making compelling points about the absurdity of our world.


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SUNDAY syndicated program 11/6/11 (hr1)

This week, Allan welcomes back internationally renowned Ghost Hunter and paranormal expert Joshua P. Warren, who was the first person to officially investigate the Pink Lady apparition back in 1995 (the same year he founded L.E.M.U.R. paranormal investigations). Each January, he hosts an interactive PARANORMAL CONFERENCE. Joshua also led the expedition that captured the first known footage of the elusive Brown Mountain Lights. He has worked with, The Discovery Channel, The Travel Channel, NPR, CNN, and the ABC, NBC, and CBS networks, and has done many late night radio shows. His book, How to Hunt Ghosts, is a practical field guide and reference. His latest book is Pet Ghosts: Animal Encounters from Beyond the Grave.


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Discipline of child abuse?

THURSDAY 11/3/11- The disabled girl who posted a horrific video of her family judge father lashing her with a belt online, is speaking out to reveal what she described as years of abuse from her father. Hillary Adams appeared alongside her mother in a TV interview in which they both described their 'dysfunctional' family, and Hillary revealed her father had dared her to post the video online. Judge William Adams, of Rockport in Aransas County, Texas, faces a police investigation and a judicial probe after his daughter uploaded to YouTube last week a secretly-filmed video - taken in 2004 when she was 16 - of him beating her with a belt 20 times. Hillary has had cerebral palsy from birth.


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More pain for Cain

WEDNESDAY 11/2/11- Which is a bigger problem for Herman Cain, the allegations against him or his own statements about those allegations? Rush Limbaugh, Ann Coulter, and other pundits are in quite a frenzy about the “liberal media smear campaign” against Mr. Cain.


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American Desperado

WEDNESDAY 11/2/11- In 2008 veteran journalist Evan Wright, acclaimed for his New York Times bestselling book Generation Kill and co-writer of the Emmy-winning HBO series it spawned, began a series of conversations with super-criminal Jon Roberts, star of the fabulously successful documentary Cocaine Cowboys. Those conversations would last three years, during which time Wright came to realize that Roberts was much more than the de-facto “transportation chief” of the Medellin Cartel during the 1980s. Now, Paramount is about to produce the film version of Robert’s remarkable life, with Peter Berg directing and Mark Walberg starring as Roberts.


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Paranormal investigator Joshua P. Warren

Paranormal investigator Joshua P. Warren has appeared on, and produced content for, the History Channel, National Geographic Channel, Discovery Channel, SyFy Channel, Travel Channel, Animal Planet, and more. He most recently appeared on GHOST ADVENTURES, investigating the Winchester Mansion with Zak Bagans.

Mr. Warren has published numerous popular books, such as HOW TO HUNT GHOSTS, PET GHOSTS, THE SECRET WISDOM OF KUKULKAN, and the best-selling non-fiction regional book in his hometown, HAUNTED ASHEVILLE. As a filmmaker, he is best known for his controversial, feature-length documentaries, most notably INSIDE THE CHURCH OF SATAN. He also owns a Museum, running several popular tours based on his research, in Asheville.

www.JoshuaPWarren.com


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/30/11 (hr1)

Allan welcomes Pat Buchanan back to the show to talk about his dire prediction for the Republican Party and his new book, Suicide of a Superpower: Will America Survive to 2025?

Also the week, its Allan’s highly anticipated interview with Brian Johnson of AC/DC. Brian shares stories about his youth, his love of cars and how he became a part of the biggest selling Rock and Roll band in history. His book, Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir is now available as an audio book and, in a few weeks, as a paper back. He is also launching HIGHWAY TO HELP to raise money for a foundation that provides financial assistance for families of kids with cancer.


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America's Vet, Doctor Marty Becker

FRIDAY 10/28/11- The Allan Handelman Show is on location at Camp Bow Wow, North America's premier doggy day and overnight camp, in Durham. Doctor Marty Becker joins us by phone to answer your veterinary and pet care questions. http://www.drmartybecker.com/ http://www.campbowwow.com/us/nc/

Also on today’s show, Allan and Dr. Becker talk with Donna Lawrence, the owner of Susie, the dog that became famous for helping to change animal cruelty laws in North Carolina, and may soon be starring in a movie about the journey of hope and healing between Susie and Donna.http://susieshope.com/

One of our favorite sponsors, the Pet Pantry, is now the official supplier of pet food for Camp Bow Wow. Learn more about holistic, human-grade quality food for your pets at http://feedyourpets.com/



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AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson

WEDNESDAY 10/26/11- Even as the band enters the planning stages of a new album, 64-year-old Brian continues to seize the day in all sorts of ways; he has devoted a big portion of his life to auto racing, and recently authored a book, "Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir." He is also an advocate for the Austin Hatcher Foundation, which is dedicated to helping children with cancer. The next big AC/DC special will air Nov 6th.



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Pat Buchanan: we are committing national suicide

WEDNESDAY 10/26/11- Patrick J. Buchanan, widely considered to be America's leading populist conservative, was a senior adviser to three American presidents. He also ran for the Republican nomination in 1992 and 1996, and was the Reform Party's presidential candidate in 2000. Mr. Buchanan is a syndicated columnist and regular panelist on MSNBC. “SUICIDE OF A SUPERPOWER: Will America Survive to 2025?” is Pat Buchanan’s controversial new political treatise on America's decline in the 21st century.


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/23/11 (hr1)

First up, a quick conversation with AC/DC lead singer Brian Johnson. Angus & Malcolm are now working on the next album, and Brian continues to perfect his racing skills. Allan’ next big AC/DC special will air November 6th. https://www.acdc.com/us/home

Also this week, dream interpreter Lauri Loewenberg, whose dream-working techniques are so easy and ground-breaking that she has been invited on The Dr. Oz Show, The View, Good Morning America, The Today Show, CNN's Anderson Cooper 360, and in a CNN Dr. Sanjay Gupta special called "Sleep." http://www.lauriloewenberg.com/



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Preview of the Brian Johnson interview

FRIDAY 10/21/11- Following Allan's impromptu phone chat with Brian on Thursday, here is a sneak peak of the entire interview, which will be featured on the syndicated Sunday show on Nov 6.


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Brief chat with AC/DC's Brian Johnson

THURSDAY 10/20/11- A quick conversation with Brian Johnson, lead singer of AC/DC, the band that has the distinction of being the biggest selling band in history. Angus & Malcolm are now working on the next album and Brian continues to develop his skills as a race car driver. He will be racing in the ‘24 Hours of Daytona.’ His recent book, Rockers and Rollers: A Full-Throttle Memoir, continues to get great reviews.


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Close encounters of the famous kind

FRIDAY 10/21/11- Listeners tell their stories of random encounters with celebrities, as well as clever plans to get close to musicians, movie stars, and other famous people.


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Another teacher gone wild

THURSDAY 10/20/11- Did this teacher deserve to get fired? Patricia McAllister was fired by the Los Angeles school district after making anti-semitic comments during an 'Occupy L.A.' Protest. McAllister, in a local TV interview, said, "the Zionist Jews who are running these big banks and our federal reserve -- which is not run by the federal government -- they need to be run out of this country."


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Exotic animals--THEY'RE NOT PETS!

THURSDAY 10/20/11- State legislatures everywhere may be rethinking their statutes regarding the private ownership of wild animals after the incident this week in Ohio, where sheriff's deputies were forced to shoot nearly 50 wild animals - including 18 rare Bengal tigers and 17 lions - in a big-game hunt across the countryside. The owner of an exotic-animal park in Zanesville apparently threw their cages open and committed suicide in what appeared to be one last act of spite against his neighbors and police.


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Can a teacher be fired for being anti-gay?

THURSDAY 10/20/11- A New Jersey teacher's anti-gay comments on her Facebook page have sparked a firestorm of criticism. Now, some are demanding Viki Knox be fired. Is she no longer suitable for teaching? Outrage over Knox's comments erupted last week when a parent in the school district where she teaches saw the posts, in which she described homosexuality as "perverted" and said it "breeds like cancer." Parents want Knox fired, but there are also supporters, who argued that Knox has a right to free speech.


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Can a teacher be fired for being anti-gay?

THURSDAY 10/20/11- A New Jersey teacher's anti-gay comments on her Facebook page have sparked a firestorm of criticism. Now, some are demanding Viki Knox be fired. Is she no longer suitable for teaching? Outrage over Knox's comments erupted last week when a parent in the school district where she teaches saw the posts, in which she described homosexuality as "perverted" and said it "breeds like cancer." Parents want Knox fired, but there are also supporters, who argued that Knox has a right to free speech.


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Training and protecting our animal friends

TUESDAY 10/18/11- If you have a problem with your dog pulling on the leash, or being aggressive toward other dogs, and you want training ideas that work, Mikkel Becker has some important information for you. She is a nationally recognized dog trainers, and is also the daughter of our favorite vet, Dr. Marty Becker. She even trains horses, chickens and rats! http://www.vetstreet.com/

Also on today's show, we have the story of Susie, the dog that became famous for helping to change animal cruelty laws in the Tar Heel State, and could soon be starring in a movie about the journey of hope and healing between Susie and her owner, Donna Lawrence. http://susieshope.com/


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The Underdog Edge

MONDAY 10/17/11- There will come a time when you will be the underdog, and you’ll have to change the mind of someone more powerful than yourself. The typical influence tactics for general influence situations don’t often work with powerful people. These situations call for extreme influence tactics. In "The Underdog Edge", you’ll learn why being the underdog is an advantage when influencing up, and how to engage the edge for influence success.


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/16/11 (hr3)

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This week Allan opens the phone lines to speak to the ‘99 Percenters’ across the country. Who are the people involved in the "Occupy Wall Street" protests and what do they want?

Also this week, we take another look at the continuing growth of Vampirism among teenagers. T.L. Hines writes “Noir Bizarre” stories, mixing mysteries with oddities in books such as The Unseen, Waking Lazarus, and The Dead Whisper On. Waking Lazarus received Library Journal’s “25 Best Genre Fiction Books of the Year” award. In THE FALLING AWAY he delves into issues ranging from teen homelessness to post-traumatic stress disorder and Vampire Rituals.



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Best burgers--do we have a consensus?

FRIDAY 10/14/11- Presidential candidate and former fast food exec Herman Cain may have unleashed a national burger war by making his pronouncement that Burger King has the best hamburgers in America. It's time to ask listeners: Which burger joint is your favorite and why? Are there any defunct fast food chains that still hold a special place in your heart?


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50 Ways To Better Social Media

THURSDAY 10/13/11- What makes something on the internet go viral? Is it luck or is there a calculated formula? How can you increase your chances of your video, blog post, or other online product taking on a life of its own? And how do you leverage it to optimize your fifteen minutes of fame? MELISSA G. WILSON, author of "50 Ways To Better Social Media," is one of the world's leading experts on the development of networks as a means of growing and accelerating brand loyalty and performance improvement inside, outside organizations and personally. For more than a decade Melissa's organization, Networlding, has provided innovation programs for organizations such as AT&T, CNA, UBS, Hewitt, Motorola and Disney. The company specializes in social media and social networking in the business-to-business space.

http://networlding.com/


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Paul O'Neill of Trans-Siberian Orchestra

THURSDAY 10/13/11- Rock Theater originators Trans-Siberian Orchestra are preparing to light up the road for an eight-month world tour, traveling to over 120 markets in the U.S. and Europe. The tour will showcase their unique combination of story-telling, virtuoso musicianship and over the top production, as they perform the timeless classic “Christmas Eve and Other Stories" in its entirety, followed by excerpts from the upcoming Rock Theater installment "Gutter Ballet and The New York Blues Express.” Then in February, TSO will unleash their Spring Tour with “Beethoven's Last Night,” bringing the music and the story of the famed composer's battle for his eternal soul to markets new and old.

TSO will perform in Raleigh and Greensboro in early December. For ticket information and concert dates, go to http://trans-siberian.com/


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Computer fix-it guy Rick Wagoner

WEDNESDAY 10/12/11- Rick was the founder of CompuDoctor, and is now President of Trust I.T. Inc., providing I.T. support for small to midsized businesses.

http://www.trustit.pro/


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Who are the 99 Percenters?

TUESDAY 10/11/11- According to the AP, the protesters in New York and other metropolitan areas represent various groups and causes, and have made no demands but largely speak about unemployment and economic inequality. Most of their criticism is levied at Wall Street. Are they being portrayed fairly and honestly by news organizations? Do they have legitimate grievances which need to be addressed?


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Creepiest places on earth

MONDAY 10/10/11- Where are the world's creepiest places? English writer, lecturer and broadcaster, Bob Curran’s latest book, “The World's Creepiest Places” deals with the arcane and the mysterious, from Celtic lore and Irish fairies to zombies and vampires.


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Debt relief expert Gerri Detweiler

MONDAY 10/10/11- More timely advice from Personal Finance Expert Gerri Detweiler, who has been helping consumers find reliable answers to their credit and debt questions for the past twenty years. Gerri's latest book "Debt Collection Answers" available at www.credit.com


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Is Mormonism a deal breaker?

MONDAY 10/10/11- Robert Jeffress, a prominent Dallas pastor, who endorsed Rick Perry at the Values Voter Summit on Friday, introduced the Texas governor as "a true conservative" and "a genuine follower of Jesus Christ." Speaking with reporters afterward, Jeffress called the view that Mormonism is a cult a "mainstream view," and said Mitt Romney is "not a born-again follower of Christ." Should Romney’s religion be an issue for voters who consider themselves to be “true” Christians?


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/9/11 (hr1)

Each year, 6.1 million Americans are harmed by diagnostic mistakes, drug disasters, and preventable medical errors. The good news is that we can protect ourselves, and our loved ones, by being educated and vigilant medical consumers. In Top "Screwups Doctors Make and How to Avoid Them," Joe and Terry Graedon give patients specific, practical steps to ensure their safety: the questions to ask a specialist before getting a final diagnosis, tips for promoting good communication with your doctor, pre-surgery checklists, how to avoid deadly drug interactions, and much more. http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/9/11 (hr2)

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Bowzer from Sha Na Na

FRIDAY 10/7/11- Jonathan “Bowzer” Bauman will hold a benefit concert Saturday night at RJ Reynolds Auditorium in Winston Salem for the Childhood Cancer Foundation. The former Sha Na Na star is on a personal mission to bring attention to childhood cancer, which remains the number one disease killer of America’s children – more than Cystic Fibrosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Asthma and AIDS combined. Bowzer & the Stingrays will perform with Rocky & the Rollers in Winston-Salem beginning at 7PM.

For more information:
http://www.bowzerparty.com
http://kidsofchildhoodcancer.org/



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Hank Jr, ESPN, and the 1st Amendment

THURSDAY 10/6/11- Hank Williams Junior's association with ESPN has permanently ended after the sports network pulled his musical open to its telecast, following Williams' comparison of President Obama to Adolf Hitler. Williams claims ESPN's decision was a violation of his free speech rights, although he did not explain how a non-governmental entity would be able to suppress the 1st Amendment.


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Are Wall St. protestors the "liberal Tea Party?"

WEDNESDAY 10/5/11- Protests are now popping up in metropolitan areas across the country, so it's time to ask some fundamental questions: Who are the people in this growing movement? What do they want? What do they oppose?


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Medical screwups and how to avoid them

TUESDAY 10/4/11- Each year, 6.1 million Americans are harmed by diagnostic mistakes, drug disasters, and preventable medical errors. The good news is that we can protect ourselves, and our loved ones, by being educated and vigilant medical consumers. In 'Top Screwups Doctors Make and How to Avoid Them,' Joe and Terry Graedon give patients specific, practical steps to ensure their safety: the questions to ask a specialist before getting a final diagnosis, tips for promoting good communication with your doctor, pre-surgery checklists, how to avoid deadly drug interactions, and much more. http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/


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Is marriage becoming a whites-only deal?

MONDAY 10/3/11- During the past half century, black Americans have become the most unmarried people in our nation. More than two out of every three black women are unmarried, and they are more than twice as likely as white women never to marry. The racial gap in marriage extends beyond the poor. Affluent and college educated blacks are also less likely to marry or stay married than their white counterparts. In his book, Stanford law professor Ralph Richard Banks has combined scholarly data with the poignant stories and frustrations shared by black women throughout the nation.


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More peril for Perry

MONDAY 10/3/11- In addition to sinking poll numbers, the Texas governor is now dealing with accusations of racial insensitivity, after the Washington Post story about his family's association with a hunting camp formerly known as "N-gger Head."


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/2/11 (hr1)

This week, Allan welcomes back America's #1 consumer advocate, Clark Howard, and we take your calls about the recent announcement that Bank of America's plan on charging a monthly fee for using ATM cards for purchases.


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SUNDAY syndicated program 10/2/11 (hr2)

Banking discussion continues. Later in the hour, ABC news entertainment correspondent David Blaustein has information about Youtube's plans to compete with traditional television. Then, Allan talks with Triumph founding member Mike Levine about the release of the 30th Anniversary Edition of "Allied Forces."


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Follow-up interview with Bradley Lockerman, writer and director of a documentary about John Searl's Perpetual Motion Machine.


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Was terrorist death an "assassination?"

FRIDAY 9/30/11- For most Americans, the death of a terrorist leader bent on killing fellow U.S. citizens is considered a very good thing. However, presidential candidate Ron Paul is condemning the action because the terrorist was also an American citizen, and he is calling the death an "assassination." Al-Awlaki, the man described as the bin Laden of the Internet, has been associated with a number of plots, including the failed Underwear-Christmas Day bomber, and the mail bombs plot last October. He is also linked to the Time Square bomber and the Ft. Hood shooting attacks. Does Congressman Paul have a valid point?


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Southern accent: advantage or disadvantage?

THURSDAY 9/29/11- On the one hand, American Idol seems to favor contestants from the south. On the other hand, many people with southern accents believe they have been turned down by employers because a southern accent "sounds dumb." Is such an accent really a handicap in everyday life? Also, is North Carolina losing its accent, as more Northerners move in?


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Who's hiring in NC?

WEDNESDAY 9/28/11- Even with the dismal employment landscape in North Carolina, there are employers who can't find the personnel they need for certain positions.


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Cannabinomics: The Marijuana Policy Tipping Point

TUESDAY 9/27/11- Christopher Glenn Fichtner, M.D., a psychiatrist and former state mental health director, has become a prominent advocate for marijuana legalization. "Cannabinomics: The Marijuana Policy Tipping Point" is not a medical handbook, or a drug war treatise, but rather a work of patient and public policy advocacy. It looks at real-world medical cases, recent trends in successful policy reform, drug war costs, and the potential economic benefits of cannabis change.


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