Best Steve Hackett Podcasts (2025)

Casey Liss, Charlie Chapman, and James Thomson join Stephen and David to discuss the state of software development on Apple's platforms in 2025. Topics include Liquid Glass, SwiftUI, documentation, subscriptions, and Apple Intelligence. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or do…

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First Concert Memories #28: Scarlet Rivera & Stu Allen play Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue 48:06

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On a very special First Concert Memories we welcome two extraordinary guests to not only tell us all about a series of concerts from 50 years ago but for an upcoming show that will celebrate a very special tour in music history. The enchanting Scarlet Rivera, a world renowned violinist who toured with Bob Dylan's Rolling Thunder Revue in the 1970s'…

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UAWIL #258: Asia - Astra 1:20:33

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1982 saw supergroup Asia reach the top of the charts with their self-titled debut which would go onto be the #1 selling album in the US that year. Smash hit Heat of the Moment hit #1 on the rock charts and so Geffen pushed them back into the studio for 1983's follow up Alpha which went platinum. To take advantage of this momentum, Geffen Records pu…

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George Lynch "Beatlemania and Guitars" 2:52

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Welcome back here is a short preview clip from the new show out on the website from today with special guests George Lynch and Jaron Gulino from Lynch Mob. here George is looking back to the impact that the arrival of The Beatles had on him and his first guitars.

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Jason Narducy on R.E.M, Grohl, Bob Mould & more! 47:52

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In February 2025 at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, Georgia, something incredible happened. Jason Narducy, alongside actor Michael Shannon, were out touring their R.E.M. tribute project, where they perform early albums in full, alongside deep cuts from the back catalogue, when all 4 original members of R.E.M joined them to perform a version of “Pretty …

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All Over the Place 415 - Spooky and Halloween Tunes Threefer 46:36

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Enjoy a blood-curdling, macabre, and creepy Threefer before Team AOtP lightens the Halloween mood with their +1 selections.By A Roundin’ Third Production

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Andy Powell of Wishbone Ash Interview 19:28

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Interview with Andy Powell of Wishbone Ash where he discusses the release of Live At The Capitol Theater as well as the band's upcoming gig at Edmond Town Hall in Newtown.By WPKN, Rob Silber

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820: The Apple Productivity Suite Field Guide 1:21:16

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David has published a new course covering Apple Reminders, Calendar, Notes, and more. This week, he and Stephen walk through those apps and how they can be used together. Then, a conversation about the M5 and iOS 26 changes. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Hookmark: Links beat searching. Ge…

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Preview with George Lynch Talking Jeff Beck 1:53

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Preview of the upcoming show out on Monday on you tube and the website with George Lynch and in this clip he looks back at the influence of Jeff Beck in his early career. Check out "The Rock'n'Blues Experience" Channel on You Tube , Facebook and the website the rocknbluesexperience.com

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George Lynch. Lynch Mob 2:51

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Preview of the new show out on You Tube Facebook and the Website next week, George Lynch is widely recognised as one of the greatest players of his generation he joins us on the show to look back at life in the early days the days of Dokken and in this clip we talk about the new album and the current status of the band and who is in it .…

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Special Episode | GDG's Grant Hackett on Purpose, Pressure and Leadership 43:21

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High Performance In and Out of the Pool From Olympic gold to the ASX 200, Generation Development CEO Grant Hackett joins Steve Johnson for a special episode of Stocks Neat. They discuss Grant’s journey from elite sport to business leadership, the importance of purpose beyond success, and how lessons from swimming translate into building a $3 billio…

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UAWIL #257: Simple Minds - Once Upon A Time 1:10:29

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By 1985, Simple Minds were coming off a #1 album in the UK with Sparkle in the Rain and sales from all around the world. But it only went to #64 in the US and they needed something to spark greater interest across the pond. When Don't You Forget About Me from The Breakfast Club Soundtrack hit #1 in May 1985, a song they originally resisted, they ha…

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Tales From Hollywoodland: The Most Famous Acting Families in Hollywood History 1:07:19

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In this episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew dives into the world of Hollywood's most famous acting families — from the Barrymores and Fondases to the Douglases, Bridges, and beyond. Discover the fascinating legacies, behind-the-scenes stories, and generational talent that have shaped the entertainment industry for decades. Join the conver…

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All Over the Place 414 - CK Smile from Chaoseum 37:02

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Chaoseum's CK Smile kicks back with AOtP to discuss creating their latest album, Life 4 Sale; sharing the stage with their heroes old and new; navigating the diverse regional audiences in their native Switzerland; and much more. chaoseum.comBy A Roundin’ Third Production

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Kenny Wayne Shepherd Interview 11:05

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Kenny Wayne Shepherd interview centered around the 30th anniversary of Ledbetter Heights . That includes the newly recorded version of the album as well as the tour behind it.By WPKN, Rob Silber

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819: The User Interface at 60 MPH 1:26:43

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The guys discuss a bunch of listener feedback, the return of Slide Over, the state of iCloud Family Sharing, and check in on David's Rivian experience. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Links and Show Notes: …

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Tales From The Rock Vault with Judas Priest, Dokken, Status Quo, Eric Johnson and More 34:33

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Welcome along to the latest edition of tales from "The Rock Vault" and on this edition you will hear from Richie Faulkner of Judas Priest, Don Dokken, Steve Hackett, John Coghlan of Status Quo , Ronnie Romero and Dave Ellefson Steve Young Megadeth all who have stories and tales to tell...

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UAWIL #256: Rush Reunion Hot Take 53:04

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Long time listeners know that Rush is one of The Wolf's top 3 favorite bands of all time. The Wolf & Action Jackson camped out to see Rush on the Roll The Bones Tour and The Wolf has seen them 12x live. After reviews of Fly By Night and Caress of Steel at 50 plus an interview with longtime collaborator Hugh Syme on the 250th and a First Concert Mem…

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All Over the Place 413 - Matt Engelbert 57:01

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Filmmaker Matt Engelbert takes AOtP on a deep-dive into the making of his award-winning feature film debut, the family-collaborative What Tomorrow Brings, including the guerilla-style manner of shooting scenes on the fly, playing the part of protective father, and experiencing Midwestern gratitude from the communities where they filmed. Bonus post-…

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Interview With The Flashcubes (Tommy Allen & Gary Frenay) 19:07

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Interview with Tommy Allen & Gary Frenay of The Flashcubes. We discuss the release of the album Make Something Happen: A Tribute To The Flashcubes as well as the history of the band.By WPKN, Rob Silber

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818: "Recreational Math," with Dr. Drang 1:42:11

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Everyone's favorite engineer-turned-blogger returns to the show to discuss the state of iPhone cases, the argument for LLMs, and his go-to automation tools — and why Shortcuts on the Mac isn't one of them. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get …

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UAWIL #255: Dire Straits - Making Movies 1:16:38

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Mark Knopfler is a celebrated guitar player and songwriter. And while his voice may not win awards for being pretty, his world-weary story songs fit his oakey-mellow vocals perfectly. Sultans of Swing of Dire Straits eponymous debut in 1978 catapulted Mark and the band to stardom with gold and platinum sales around the world. Though their 1979 foll…

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Tales From Hollywoodland: The Legendary Career of Sean Connery 1:01:46

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In this episode of Tales From Hollywoodland, the crew celebrates the iconic career of Sir Sean Connery — the original James Bond and one of Hollywood's most enduring legends. From Dr. No to Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade and The Untouchables, we explore Connery's unforgettable roles, his charm and toughness on screen, and his lasting impact on …

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817: macOS Tahoe, visionOS, & watchOS 26 1:26:13

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From Liquid Glass to a stronger Spotlight, macOS Tahoe reshapes the Mac. Spotlight now remembers your clipboard and taps into App Intents, while Apple’s apps gain updates to match their mobile counterparts. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Indeed: J…

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Rock Vault with Bonham, Rainbow,Foghat,Poison,Hawkwind,Atomic Rooster,Quiet Riot 36:09

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Welcome back to the "Rock Vault" and today Joe Lynn Turner remmebers his audition with Ritchie Blackmores Rainbow , Chuck Wright talks about being part of Quiet Riot as they scored what was the first ever heavy metal number one album in the US, talking about auditions Richie Kotzen remembers his nightmare audition with Poison. Deborah Bonham talks …

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The Land of the Rising Return: Forager in Japan 25:13

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In the latest Stocks Neat episode, Steve Johnson, Gareth Brown and Isabella Foley dive into Japan’s corporate transformation — from shareholder returns and buybacks to digitisation and the demographic shifts reshaping opportunities. “It’s been like a snowball that’s been pushing across a flat surface for a long period of time. It’s finally started …

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UAWIL #254: The Police - Zenyatta Mondatta 1:20:49

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By 1980, The Police were really on a roll. Their first two albums, Outlandos d'Amour and Regatta de Blanc had introduced their punk/reggae stylings to the world and had earned platinum awards on both sides of the Atlantic. Their success meant they were in demand - as a live act around the world and in the studio by A&M records. Also due to their su…

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First Concert Memories #27: Led Zeppelin with Tony Michaelides 1:02:43

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As teenagers, The Wolf & Action Jackson dreamed of seeing Led Zeppelin live. However, the boys came of age in the 1980s after the band had broken up following the death of John Bonham. They were forced to live with ill-fated one-off reunions like Live Aid, Atlantic Records 40th and Knebworth. While they jumped at the chance to see Page/Plant in the…

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All Over the Place 411 - Matt Pejkovic 1:00:41

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AOtP goes international again this week, welcoming Australian film critic Matt Pejkovic. Matt brings us stories of the rise from his early days of blogging takes on the plethora of movies he'd watch every week, across an evolution of 19 years interviews and more reviews of new movies, all leading to the latest stage of his career: steering clear of…

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Tales From Hollywoodland: The Greatest Foreign Films of All Time 58:27

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Join the Tales From Hollywoodland podcast as the crew explores the greatest foreign films ever made. From groundbreaking international cinema to timeless foreign classics, we celebrate the artistry, storytelling, and cultural impact of movies from around the world. Perfect for fans of world cinema, film history, and anyone looking to discover the b…

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Jim Babjak of The Smithereens 19:22

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Jim Babjak of The Smithereens discusses the groups current plans as well as their upcoming gig on October 10 at The Kate in Old Saybrook with special guest lead vocalist John Cowsill.By WPKN, Rob Silber

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816: iOS & iPadOS 26 1:20:17

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iOS and iPadOS 26 bring many changes, including Liquid Glass, updated first-party apps, and new multitasking features for iPad users. This week, the guys talk through these changes and share impressions of Apple's latest iPhones, AirPods, and Watches. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. …

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Steve Hackett Exclusive + AC/DC +Atomic Rooster 32:11

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Welcome back to the show and coming up on this edition we have an exclusive feature with Steve Hackett talking about his favourite Genesis album plus also releasing a new album this month Atomic Rooster and Steve "Boltz' Bolton recalls wild days on tour in the 70's as indeed does Roger Earl of Foghat who looks back at touring with the legendary Ste…

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All Over the Place 410 - JoePaLegacy.org 38:38

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As the Penn State football season kicks into second gear with this weekend's Whiteout game, we are ... honored to host AOtP vets and Nittany Lions Steve Davis and Dr. Justin Williams, who brought along fellow lettermen John Lewchenko and Paul Gabel to discuss their JoePaLegacy.org initiative. Established in part to honor Coach Paterno's widow Sue's…

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UAWIL #253: Steve Hackett - Voyage of the Acolyte 1:10:32

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1975 found Genesis in a time of transition. After coming off a lengthy and technically difficult tour for their 1974 album The Lamb LIes Down On Broadway, most everyone was a little burned out. Peter Gabriel ended up leaving the band to embark on a solo career (one that would land him in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame) and the band were left with a l…

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All Over the Place 409 - Cinesylum Aaron 58:28

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Cinesylum's Aaron Hudson ain't 'fraid of no ghosts and it honestly wouldn't surprise us if he had a few specters chilling out in his office during his visit with AOtP. A movie aficionado going on four decades, and a killer horror movie party host with the most, step inside for a discussion on Aaron's cinematic obsessions and how he and his Cinesylu…

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Steve Howe on Dylan, “Fragile” & more! 31:08

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Always a pleasure to have Steve Howe on the podcast. The Yes guitarist joins me this time to discuss a couple of reissues from his solo back catalogue; “Natural Timbre” and “Portraits of Bob Dylan”. The former being an all acoustic record, and the latter being, as you may have inferred, a Dylan covers album. It was a nice excuse to talk about Dylan…