Best Marc Bolan Podcasts (2025)

1
Islington Pubs - Fringe Theatre to Diamond Heist Plans 38:31

Play Pause

10d ago38:31

38:31

Send us a text Fringe theatre upstairs. True crime downstairs. Sheep theft somewhere along the way. In this episode, we head to Islington — the London borough that clearly never got the memo about moderation. First stop: The Old Red Lion, a pub-turned-fringe-theatre-turned-launchpad for BAFTA and Olivier winners. Also: the site of 16th-century swor…

1
King Arthur, Mellotrons and Capes 17:27

21d ago17:27

17:27

He's back!! Our cape-wearing rock-god returns with another episode in which Rick Wakeman answers all your most probing, pressing and prodding questions. In this episode he talks through the origins of King Arthur and the way in which he composed that masterpiece. Rick also reveals the American city that gave him the idea for the Six Wives album and…

1
Kennington’s Madcap Pubs - Who Let the Dogs Out? 34:27

24d ago34:27

34:27

Send us a text Kennington. There’s nothing beige about pub history in this part of London. Today we kick back the saloon doors of Kennington, where pubs aren’t just buildings, they’re characters with backstories, secrets, and a scattering of taxidermy. We’ll stumble through boozers that once stared straight at Bedlam, meet a pub magician who almost…

1
Chelsea Short 7:22

25d ago7:22

7:22

Send us a text Get the essence of Episode 49 in under 8 minutes! Chelsea Pub Crawl – Bohemians to Billionaires. Groovy! Website: https://historiclondonpubcast.com E-mail: [email protected] Eric Blair

1
Hackney Pub Crawl Part 1 – Pickled Egg, Punk Rock Hacktivism 36:19

1M ago36:19

36:19

Send us a text We’re back in the East End of London, kicking off a multi-episode visit to multi-cultural Hackney. We kick things off with a crash course in Hackney’s rebellious roots, from Roman roads to Quakers, Huguenots, and anarchists with a flair for protest. If London has a punk Borough, this is it. Johnny Rotten and Sid Vicious of The Sex Pi…

1
Marc Bolan & T. Rex 2:24:22

1M ago2:24:22

2:24:22

Lost to a mystical dimension, this episode has been recovered, as if by faerie magic. Recorded not long after Dave and Lex's Favorite Bowie Non-Singles episode, this 2+ hour glam-o-rama continues their discussion of diamondy, tricksy pioneers of that special '70s sound... with the arguable king of glam rock: Marc Bolan. Strap in. Let's get it on an…

1
Ep 21: The Backstage VIP Tour Pt 2 50:44

1M ago50:44

50:44

In this episode of the Myths and Legends Of Rick Wakeman we go backstage again to speak to the mighty English Rock Ensemble. While Rick was being pampered in true rock-star luxury in his dressing room, Jeeves set out to speak to the members of Rick's incredible band, whilst on his recent UK tour. In this show, you'll hear from Adam, Dave, Lee, Jess…

1
Pubs at War - Flying Drays and Fallen Pubs 38:59

2M ago38:59

38:59

Send us a text This special Remembrance Sunday episode of The Historic London Pubcast takes us into the lesser-known wartime history of British pubs. From the cellars of London to the beaches of Normandy, discover how these beloved local landmarks became unlikely heroes during World War II. We revisit The Black Horse in Marylebone, where D-Day plan…

1
Ep 20: The Backstage VIP tour 30:52

2M ago30:52

30:52

In this very special episode of The Myths and Legends Of Rick Wakeman, we join Rick in his luxury backstage dressing room at the Derngate theatre in Northampton, England. Yes, Rick's Return Of The Caped Crusader tour takes in many legendary UK venues, but what is it actually like to be 'backstage'? Well, listen on to get the inside track on the opu…

1
Ep 19: Elton John, Rush & more Bowie 31:07

2M ago31:07

31:07

We all have questions in life. What am I here for? Why are trees green? Was a Polymoog based on divide-down oscillators? Well, Rick Wakeman can't answer any of them. Luckily for you though, he can answer any number of other questions about his music, his touring, even his favourite biscuits. In this episode he talks about touring in Tokyo, stage in…

1
Chelsea Pub Crawl – Bohemians to Billionaires. Groovy! 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

Send us a text An unforgettable journey through Chelsea – from Bohemians to Billionaires! Discover how this exclusive London neighborhood transformed from a riverside "Village of Palaces" into the ultimate bohemian quarter, then morphed into one of the world's poshest postcodes. We're pub crawling through four historic Chelsea establishments repres…

1
Ep18: Mini Moogs, Bill Bruford & Ringtones 29:35

3M ago29:35

29:35

In this brand new episode of The Myths and Legends of Rick Wakeman, Rick once again answers your questions and reveals some surprising secrets.... How Rick and Bill Bruford were chased by a helicopter! What is Rick's mobile phone ringtone?? (It will surprise you!) Can you help with the first question Rick has been unable to answer? Who were, accord…

1
Historic Pub Walk Battersea Power Station to Wandsworth 36:08

3M ago36:08

36:08

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 17: Marc Bolan, Chaka Khan & Wine Gums 29:32

3M ago29:32

29:32

In this episode of The Myths and Legends of Rick Wakeman, you cunning questions once again probe the gigantic brain of Rick. His capacity for remembering mind-boggling levels of detail is a wonder to behold, so marvel as you hear..... Why Elton John replaced Rick on TV The story of the missing Rhapsodies track How Phil Lynott literally saved Ricks …

1
Barnes River Pubs – Duels, Ghosts, Marc Bolan, Jimi Hendrix 36:38

3M ago36:38

36:38

1
Ep 16: Ozzy Osbourne Special 26:16

3M ago26:16

26:16

One of Rick's great mates was the legendary Ozzy Osbourne. From his early contributions to Black Sabbath through to Ozzy's appearance on Return To The Centre Of The Earth and Ozzmosis, Rick and Ozzy had a great relationship. In this episode, Rick remembers his friend, a man who was far more than the public persona we all watched on 'The Osbournes'.…

1
Mortlake Riverside Pubs - The Ship, Gardeners & White Hart 28:49

4M ago28:49

28:49

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 15: Dave Cousins Special 32:09

4M ago32:09

32:09

In this special edition of The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman, Rick takes us under the skin of one of his musical mentors. The past few months have seen the passing of two of Rick's great friends and musical collaborators, Ozzy Osbourne and Dave Cousins. Rick talks about Ozzy in the next episode but for this one, he focusses on his friend Dave Cou…

1
Smithfield’s Secret Haunted Pubs, Body Snatchers & Last Call 33:24

4M ago33:24

33:24

Send us a text Ghosts, grave robbers, and one last pint before the gallows? Welcome to the Historic London Pubcast - your spirited guide through haunted London pubs and the twisted tales hidden behind creaky pub doors. In this episode, we take you on a haunted pub crawl through London’s Smithfield - once a grisly hub for resurrection men, and now a…

1
Clerkenwell & Smithfield’s Rebel Pubs – Anarchy & Assassins 30:45

5M ago30:45

30:45

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 14: No Earthly Connection 29:23

5M ago29:23

29:23

So here we are again, happy as can be in Rick Wakeman's luxury armchairs in The Great Lounge of his home in England. In this episode, Rick talks about No Earthly Connection and the famous Funky Chateau. He also chats about the Australian tour with Sky! and we hear about his work with the great Mitch Benn and even Blue Peter! It's a feast for the ea…

1
Cheers From Limehouse Pubs - Cities Built & Empires Launched 31:54

5M ago31:54

31:54

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 13: Viv Stanshall, John Wetton 32:23

5M ago32:23

32:23

Welcome to another podcast from the legend that is Rick Wakeman, who this time tells us about a project that ANY prog fan ANYWHERE would have loved to be part of. Rick Wakeman, John Wetton and Bill Bruford. Would it have been called WBW.....or maybe BWW!. (Actually, it would have been called Wakeman, Wetton and Bruford..... it's all academic as Ric…

1
Back to the Pub Crawl Future - City of London, 50 Years On 37:45

5M ago37:45

37:45

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 12: John Lennon & Rick 37:46

6M ago37:46

37:46

Welcome back to another episode of The Myths And Legends Of Rick Wakeman. In this podcast, Rick answers more of your fabulous questions on the subjects of King Arthur, The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Curry! He also tells the incredible story of how he met ALL 4 of the Beatles, including being one of the last people to see John Lennon alive. Be par…

1
Southwark to Elephant & Castle Pubs, A Firkin Good Time 32:17

6M ago32:17

32:17

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 11: Going For The One 26:46

6M ago26:46

26:46

In this episode of The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman, Rick answers a question about remixes, which leads onto the way Going For The One was recorded, which leads onto how Awaken was made, which goes onto.......well, you'll hear. For many prog rock fans, Awaken is the ultimate, the Prog Rock anthem if you will, and in this podcast, Rick goes deeee…

1
Four Point Borough Tube Pub Crawl, Press Gangs & Pub Signs 35:30

6M ago35:30

35:30

Send us a text Eric picked a unique approach to a historic London pub crawl on today’s episode. It’s all about pubs that are convenient to Borough tube station. Is it a Southwark pub crawl? Borough Pub Crawl? Or Borough Market Pub Crawl? It depends on who you ask! We will walk the four points of the compass around Borough tube station in Southwark’…

1
Ep 10: Keith Emerson & Tour Programmes 29:16

7M ago29:16

29:16

In this episode of The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman, the man himself is back answering your probing questions. You'll find out all about those FABULOUS tour programmes that Rick used to sell on tour, (Daily Error anyone?). Also, hear about Keith Emerson and how he and Rick used to pretend to be ENEMIES! There's even some archive audio of Rick an…

1
Peckham Pubs Pt 2 – Time Out Top Ten, Tom Kerridge TV Fame 33:59

7M ago33:59

33:59

Send us a text Back in Peckham for Round Two of our Historic Peckham Pub Crawl through some of London’s most historic pubs. We kick things off at The Olde Apple Tree, the last pub standing on Sumner Road and crowned one of Time Out London’s Top Ten Pubs. Then it’s off to The Red Bull, home to a rescued Shakespearean tile mural and a legacy as color…

1
Ep 9: Trident Studios 31:38

7M ago31:38

31:38

In this episode, Rick is sat in front of his Bechstein piano, the same type as he used on MANY famous sessions at Trident Studios. He also talks about his time at Trident and how he became the go-to session keyboard player in London in the 1970s. ALSO find out why he was BANNED from recording music for adverts, hear about his mate Elton John and ev…

1
Peckham Pubs Pt 1 – Ivy House Community Ownership, Fireworks 39:48

7M ago39:48

39:48

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 8: QUESTION TIME 21:22

8M ago21:22

21:22

He's back!! Rick Wakeman returns with a brand-new episode of his podcast, in which HE answers YOUR questions. You really can ask him anything and in this edition, hear Rick tell us all about the White Rock album, answer questions on the Yes book, touring and earthquakes. PLUS, find out what Rick REALLY THINKS of Patrick Moraz! Send in your question…

1
Soho's Wildest Pub Stories, Part 3 - Mozart, Marx & Engels 36:09

8M ago36:09

36:09

Send us a text Third Time’s a Charm at Soho’s Pubs! On today’s historic London pub walk, we: Hear the tale of Mozart’s Brewer Street concert, where the child prodigy played to a half-empty room. Discover how Marx and Engels drafted the Communist Manifesto at the iconic Red Lion pub. Explore Soho ghost stories, including sightings of Oscar Wilde at …

1
Ep 7: Al Stewart, Studios and Pirate Radio 32:47

8M ago32:47

32:47

He's back! The keyboard wizard that is Rick Wakeman returns with another episode of his podcast, The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman. In this episode, Rick talks about Studios. You might think that one recording studio is the same as another but NO, and they especially weren't in the 1960's and 1970's when Rick was the go-to red-hot super-star sess…

1
Mayfair Pubs Pt 3, Scandal, Spies & the Acid Bath Killer 43:06

8M ago43:06

43:06

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 6: QUESTION TIME 26:04

9M ago26:04

26:04

He's back! Rick Wakeman returns with a brand new episode of The Myths & Legends Of Rick Wakeman and he's back answering your questions about all manner of stuff! In this episode, find out all about Rick's involvement on Tommy Live with The Who. ALSO hear how that show directly inspired Journey To The Centre Of The Earth. Rick also talks about his l…

1
Mayfair Pubs Pt 2, Style & Celebrities at Shepherd Market 38:21

9M ago38:21

38:21

Send us a text In Part 2 of our Mayfair pub visit, enjoy this London pub tour along the scandal-soaked streets of Shepherd Market London, a hidden gem, and one of London’s best hidden attractions, tucked away in the heart of Mayfair. Known for its mix of elegance and edge, this corner of the West End has long been home to some of the most famous Lo…

1
Mayfair Pubs Pt 1, From The Guinea Grill to The Footman 38:17

9M ago38:17

38:17

By Eric Blair

1
Ep 5: David Bowie, OGWT & Cookery 32:30

9M ago32:30

32:30

In this episode of The Myths and Legends of Rick Wakeman, hear the true story of Rick's tragic, final message from David Bowie. Rick will also be revealing the real facts about his famous drunken appearance on The Old Grey Whistle Test. He'll also be answering listener questions, playing the piano extremely badly PLUS in the first of a new series o…

1
Ep 4: QUESTION TIME 30:00

10M ago30:00

30:00

YOU have questions........RICK has answers........well, when he can remember them that is. In this special episode, recorded backstage at Rick's final piano tour show in Rome at the Auditorium Parco della Musica, he tackles the following queries: What happened to 1984? What about that Cavalier outfit??? How did Temperent Of Mind (The Strawbs) come …

1
Marylebone Pubs Uncovered – Singalongs, Spies & Heists 34:22

10M ago34:22

34:22

Send us a text Step into ritzy Marylebone’s colorful pub scene for a historic London pub crawl like no other! On this episode of The Historic London Pubcast, we uncover wild tales behind Marylebone’s historic London pubs, and a side of Marylebone history thrown in for good measure. On our London pub tour, we go from The Barley Mow Marylebone and Th…

1
Ep 3: Going For The One, Dogs and Salvador Dali! 29:58

10M ago29:58

29:58

Rick Wakeman, keyboard player extraordinaire, returns for another episode of his podcast, The Myths And Legends Of Rick Wakeman. Aided by his trusty servant Jeeves, Rick turns the nonsense in his head into listening gold for you and I. In this episode you'll hear him answering your questions about Going For The One, (remember to email all your thou…

1
Snob Screens to Celeb Scenes, Historic Pubs of Maida Vale 24:53

10M ago24:53

24:53

Send us a text Stroll through Maida Vale’s historic pubs. From the grand Edwardian staircase and beauty of The Warrington Hotel to the Victorian elegance, and secret snob screens of The Prince Alfred pub, to the canal-side charm of The Warwick Castle pub. A blend of marvelous pub architecture, the best Victorian pubs in London, literary connections…

1
Fleet Street Pub Crawl Pt2, Knights, Con Men, Duels & Ghosts 26:53

10M ago26:53

26:53

Send us a text Part 2 of our London pub tour of Fleet Street pubs with tales from The Devereux Pub, The George on the Strand, and the legendary Grecian Coffeehouse London. Discover the rise and fall of Robert Devereux, once Queen Elizabeth I’s favorite, whose story ends in rebellion and execution. Then we head to the haunts of scholars and scammers…

1
Fleet Street Pub Crawl Pt1, The Black Friar to The Tipperary 36:09

10M ago36:09

36:09

Send us a text Dominican friars, Henry VIII’s messy divorce drama, the birthplace of London’s printing press, and a Cold War secret nearly spilled. We’re on Fleet Street for the first in a two-part series of a lively, fact-packed London pub walk exploring Fleet Street pubs. Host and London travel guide, Eric Blair dives into London pub history with…

1
Ep 2: Keith Moon, Spike Milligan and Happy Chords! 25:54

10M ago25:54

25:54

Welcome back to all of you who are eager for more from the brain of Rick Wakeman! Yes, in Episode 2 Rick - and his collection of rescue dogs, some of whom are VERY noisy as you'll hear - returns with more stories from his incredible life. In this edition, find out just how loony Keith Moon really was and yes, Rick really was arrested in Australia a…

1
Ep 1: Heart Of The Sunrise, And You & I, Juniors Eyes 22:58

11M ago22:58

22:58

So here it is, EPISODE 1 of Rick Wakeman's brand new podcast, recorded in Rick's music room at his home in the UK. In this opening episode, Rick and his trusty sidekick Mark Jeeves explore his library, his piano and answer your questions. This week find out about his early work with Junior's Eyes and listen as he unpicks the creation of the YES cla…

1
Highgate Pub Tour - Body Snatchers, Hauntings, Karl Marx 32:39

11M ago32:39

32:39

Send us a text From Karl Marx’s drunken adventures to a haunted pub theater and a corpse-snatching room known as The Autopsy Room, this episode is full of strange histories, legendary characters, and classic London pub charm. You’ll laugh, wince, and maybe even check over your shoulder as we dig into Highgate’s boozy past. On this episode of The Hi…

1
THE TRAILER 1:11

11M ago1:11

1:11

Whilst Rick Wakeman has appeared on about twenty trillion podcasts for other people, he's never had his own. So now he has. it's coming soon........(Jan 31st to be precise)...... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.