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Who knew one of the famed "Monkees Girls" from the series was one of our podcast fans? Here is our interview the the delightful Roxanne Albee, about her time on the swinging 60s set of THE MONKEES, knowing (and dating) the guys, her continuing relationships with the Monkees family, her other TV and movie work, and so very much more!…

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Here is a very rare 1992 radio appearance by Frank Gorshin! Frank stops into the WRFX radio station, in Charlotte NC, to talk about his Riddler role on BATMAN, his stand-up career, and so much more! Listen to how easily Frank keeps 'em laughing!TPCHC Staff

What else could we do for our grandiose ground-breaking 25th epsiode, but cram it full of great stuff?First, you get to hear Al talk to Alan about his latest road trip to hang out with mighty Mike Nesmith at the fabulous FanBoy Expo! You are there, as Alan relates all!Next, we dive right into your responses to our last episode, and pick one lucky w…

Dive into another fun and frivolously freaky epsiode, as Alan and Al decipher the enduring enigma that is--33/13 REVOLUTION PER MONKEE! What was it about? What worked? What didn't? Fave songs and guest stars? The hosts look deep into this famed (and far-out) 1969 TV special, and you are there!PLUS-Part two of our incredible interview with everyone'…

Here is Micky, in a very frank and sane 1987 radio interview about his career! From CIRCUS BOY to THE MONKEES (then enjoying a riotous reunion), to his MIKE HAMMER guest turn!A refreshingly adult and delightful 45-minute chat on the LARRY KING radio show!TPCHC Staff

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Alan and Al pontificate and ponder over the many rockin' radio hits (from 1968-1973) that a still-united Monkees coulda (and maybe shoulda) recorded! Imagine Micky singing "Mama Told Me Not to Come!" Davy performing "Alone Again, Naturally" Peter singing "Spirit in the Sky!" Mike belting out "Crystal Blue Persuasion?" We make influential arguments …

Monkees fans know James Lee Stanley as one half of the famed Two Man Band, a fabulous duo that consisted of James Lee and Peter Tork! The duo toured widely in the 90s (and beyond), and left us with some amazing live and recorded music!But, James Lee Stanley is a long-time creator, writer, and musician, crafting his own very fine music for many deca…

Peter Tork (with his band Shoe Suede Blues) swung thru Charlotte, North Carolina in 2005! Here are some of the fun radio appearances Peter made, wowing hosts and callers alike!TPCHC Staff

Alan and Al recall their own personal interactions with the great Peter Tork, in this special memorial episode, praising the wonderful musician, friend, and performer.Much more here: https://tpchcmonkeescast.blogspot.com/2019/02/episode-22-remembering-peter-tork.htmlTPCHC Staff

Here a great and frank interview with Micky Dolenz, on WBT's THE KEITH LARSON SHOW!Micky talks about the Monkees, his book, and his then-current broadway run!He also fields some great call-in questions!TPCHC Staff

Here's a super-rare Micky Dolenz interview from 1991....TPCHC Staff

Here are the talented 7th-graders at Weddington Middle, performing their own "Monkees medley!"Lead and arranged by band-leader and conductor Mekel Rogers. Performed at a 2007 recital.TPCHC Staff

Get into the happy holiday spirit with this hot new yuletide episode!We zip right down the chimney with a song-by-song review of the new CHRISTMAS PARTY CD! What songs are true gifts to us fans? Which ones just don't deliver the magic? We go toe-to-toe over the Monkees first full seasonal disc!Next, Alan and Al look back over the past two years, di…

Episode #20! The Monkees and Politics! Hot "Daily Nightly" Cover Tune! Alan Meets Nez! Contest Winners!Here we go again, with another awesome epsiode!This unusual episode finds us recording remotely, at a local restaurant! You'll hear the fevered crowds react as Alan and Al discuss the connections between the Monkees and politics!Don't worry, this …

Yet another blockbuster episode!None other than mighty Mike Nesmith starts the show, giving us a sensational shout-out!Then we swing right into an in-depth discussion of the many Monkees/comic book connections! Not just in print, but you'll find out which superhero-themed actors have a relationship to the guys, the show, and their music! You'll be …

Swing into sizzling summer action, as we celebrate the fabulous 51st anniversary of the halcyon and historical HEADQUARTERS album!First up-Alan and Al play a great game of "what if?" What if the Monkees never shook off Don Kirshner? How would that work? What would all the later albums sound like? What would HEADQUARTERS consist of? How would this a…

We swing back into action with a fun new episode!We take another look at the famed 1992 Monkees tribute CD, HERE NO EVIL (first covered in episode 11 right here), complete with an exclusive new interview with the creator and producer of teh CD, Jim Johnson! Jim talks about his long-lived love for the Monkees, the songs picked to tribute, and the ma…

This is the big blockbuster episode!Famed songwriter Bobby Hart calls in, recalling his days of co-writing some of the Monkees biggest hits ("Last Train to Clarksville," "Monkees Theme," "Valleri," etc.), his early impression of the guys themselves, the hits, Don Kirshner, writing with partner Tommy Boyce, the Boyce & Hart recording years, later re…

This is the big (and we mean BIG) one!Alan and Al swing back into action, with an exclusive new interview with versatile musician John Jorgenson! John played with Mike on many 90s tours (including the wonderful "Live at the Britt" stop), and has many tales of his involvement in music, the wonderful instruments he's played (many on a few Papa Nez so…

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THIS IS IT! Hear us go one-on-one with Mike Nesmith himself, in this exclusive (and very candid) 12/2017 interview!Mike talks about his exciting new touring plans with the newly-reconstituted First National Band (a line-up that includes a host of Nesmith family members)! Plus, memories of playing (and returning to) the famed Troubadour club!Set lis…

Our fabulous Happy Holidays 2017 episode #12 is here! (No, your machine hasn't thrown a rod! We back-tracked in our numbering!)You will thrill as you hear our exclusive interview with super fan and Monkees event organizer and meet & greet liason/agent, Jodi Ritzen, as she talks about her past and current involvement with the guys, the guys themselv…

We skipped a beat to bring you our Halloween-themed unlucky episode #13!You'll shudder, as you hear our exclusive interview with actor Ron Masak, "the Count" from the famed "Monstrous Monkee Mash" episode! Ron talks about his ad-libbing on that episode, the guys themselves, and his malevolent monster make-up for the role!He also discusses his many …

To tease and titillate you for the upcoming special TPCHC Halloween episode, this will give you a little creepy clue, as to who will be our guest interview subject on said show!TPCHC Staff

Back again with a special look at the 1992 Monkees tribute album, HERE NO EVIL!You'll hear bits of the rare tracks, listen as we discuss the hits and misses of the tribute platter, and get treated to an exclusive new interview with Natty Moss Bond, who was the lead singer of Multi-Color House, who performed a fabulous version of "You Told Me" on th…

A very special episode! We cleared the decks to spotlight an exclusive interview with super-fan Fred Velez!Fred was (and is) the "I was there" guy when it comes to so many Monkees happenings, from early conventions, to photo ops, to behind-the-scenes tales only Fred can tell!Hear his fun-filled stories of meeting the guys, being a fan in the 60s an…

Alan and Al reveal their personal "Top Five" Monkees picks! Songs! Episodes! Albums! Show guest stars! How do their lists compare to YOURS?Plus: The inside story of famed "boss jock DJ," the Real Don Steele! His radio tale, and how it ties into the success of the Monkees! Hear Mike speak about it, too!Plus: A terrific hot re-mix of the blazing '67 …

New Mike Nesmith Interview! Butch Patrick speaks about his MONKEES role! Butch portrayed snooty "Melvin," on the famed 1967 MONKEES "Christmas Episode!" Butch talks about his interest in the band, how each Monkee affected him personally, and his many memories of filming that episode!Hear a rare re-mix of "Love is Only Sleeping!" Super-psychedelic!A…

The 1996 JUSTUS LP! Just how great was it? The best songs? The worst? An extended re-mix of the 1970 Monkees single "Oh My My!" The third (and final) part of our EXCLUSIVE new interview with Micky's sister, Coco Dolenz! The latest Rock and Roll Hall of Fame hi-jinks! Big new FaceBook news! And: Fun! Jokes! Sound effects! And SO much more! Once agai…

The '87 POOL IT! reunion LP! Was it truly so bad? ! An extended re-mix of "Tapioca Tundra!" Part two of our EXCLUSIVE new interview with Micky's sister, Coco Dolenz! And: Fun! Jokes! Sound effects! And SO much more! Once again, your hosts Al Bigley and Alan Williams dive into more Monkees memories and music, in this mammoth and jam-packed episode!…

The 1986 THEN & NOW reunion LP, and why Davy Jones wasn't happy about this one! An extended re-mix of "Look Out (Here Come Tomorrow)!" EXCLUSIVE new interview with Micky's sister, Coco Dolenz! And: Fun! Jokes! Sound effects! And SO much more! Once again, your hosts Al Bigley and Alan Williams dive into more Monkees memories and music, in this mammo…

The famed 1967 HEADQUARTERS LP, and what coulda (or shoulda) been added or removed! Re-mix of (the TV version) of "You Just May Be The One!" A super-rare Davy Jones re-imagining of "Daydream Believer" from 2000! And: More Adam West impersonations! Jokes! Sound effects! And SO much more!Hosts Alan Williams and Al Bigley hit another home run! Once ag…

Is 2016 the last we'll see of the Monkees? Rare facts and trivia about the guest-stars of the "Here Come the Monkees" pilot episode! Monkees re-mixes ("Love to Love")! Sound effects! Disco dancing! Adam West impersonations! And SO much more! Join hosts Al Bigley and Alan Williams, and dive into MORE Monkees memories, in this fun and fact-filled epi…

Welcome to the very first TPCHC podcast! Thanks for coming to the pad...uh pod! If you love The Monkees, you have come to the right podcast. Join us as 2nd generation maniac, Al "El Dolenzio" Bigley, and original 1st gen nut, Alan "El Nesmitho" Williams, discuss various and sundry topics pertaining to the TV show, music, movies, and personalities t…

Batman himself muscles in on this ad for the newest Monkees podcast around, the TEXAS PRAIRIE CHICKEN HOME COMPANION series!TPCHC Staff

The 20th anniversary 1986 reunion tour! Rare facts about the gargantuan guest-stars of the "Monkees in a Ghost Town" episode! Monkees re-mixes! The recent 2016 Hall or Fame snub! And SO much more! Once again, your hosts Al Bigley and Alan Williams dive into more Monkees memories, in this mammoth and jam-packed episode!…