Best Spotify R Amp D Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 259 The Omnitones 50:35

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Send us a text The Omnitones are an independent alternative rock band from the Western Suburbs of Chicago that formed in 2023. They blend their eclectic music tastes to offer a unique and refreshing take on the music they all enjoy. The Omnitones compose, record, and produce their own albums to stay close to their roots and serve each individual so…

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Tipsy Truth 42:13

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with Izabela Rose. From her early days as a Disney alum to now, carving out her own lane in music, Izabela blends soulful honesty with retro-pop magic. And she’s giving us a sneak peek into her brand-new single, ‘Tipsy Truth,’ dropping November 11, 2025, a song that’s all about being real, raw, and unapologetically …

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Learn from our guest why she doesn't write checks anymore 45:41

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Tune in to learn our guest's check and credit card fraud experience. How the bank intervened, and the time it took her to fix it. She will also discuss the protections she put in place as a result of her experience. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (…

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Ep 258 Dance Monkey 33:14

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Send us a text This episode features the band Dance Monkey, a theatrical three-piece cover and show band known for diverse musical performances and creative stage antics. Frontman Mike discusses the band's origins, having formed after his time with Sushi Roll, and describes their emphasis on stage effects, lighting, and playful props (like the monk…

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Subscription Email Scam Our Guest Almost Fell Victim To 31:42

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Did you get an email confirming your subscription renewal and the fee is being deducted from your bank account? Most people would panic. Valorie joins us today to discuss her experience and how she almost fell victim to this scam. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of…

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Ep 257 Rick Andrews Schlegel 55:53

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Send us a text The episode is a casual conversation between musicians discussing their experiences in the local music scene, including performances, collaborations, and challenges faced during gigs. Traffic and Infrastructure Issues The discussion highlights frustrations with local traffic conditions and infrastructure changes in Joliet. Frequent b…

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Medicare Scams and How to Protect Yourself 50:26

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It's Medicare annual enrollment period and our guest, Steve, is here to discuss Medicare scams, tips on how you can protect yourself, and Medicare rules. Definitely an episode you do not want to miss! Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.…

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Ep 256 Rialto Square Theater (with Lou Fiala & Leann Hoffrogge) 50:08

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Send us a text The is a podcast episode discussing the Rialto Square Theater, its history, and an upcoming fundraising event at Corrigan's. Rialto Square Theater Overview The Rialto Square Theater is a historic venue celebrating its 100th anniversary, known for its stunning architecture and diverse performances. The Rialto Theater opened on May 24,…

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Transitions & Messy Middles 46:54

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with Kelly Dwyer. Kelly is an executive coach, facilitator, and podcast host who helps leaders and teams unlock their full potential. She brings a unique blend of business insight and emotional intelligence to her work, guiding executives, founders, and nonprofit leaders through growth, change, and the messy middle.…

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Where is the urgency? 19:28

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I often get frustrated by the lack of urgency by the public in general because I know so many people are sitting ducks just waiting to get scammed. If you experienced what I see and hear about every day, you too would get frustrated at the lack of urgency. Most people don’t think or worry about scams until it happens to someone they love. Let’s Tal…

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Ep 255 The Fabulous FabTones 52:31

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Send us a text The is a podcast episode featuring a discussion about the music scene, memories of a late band member, and the history of the Fabulous Fab Tones band. The Rock and Roll Chicago Podcast Introduction The podcast features hosts Ray the Roadie and Hollywood Mike discussing various topics, including local music events and personal anecdot…

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A Journey of Healing & Hope 44:37

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with LaVonn Reedy Thomas, Consultant. Ms. Thomas is a lifelong communicator and leader who always seeks to inform, inspire, and influence others. Her career has taken her from the newsroom to politics, where she has worked on issues such as environmental justice, healthcare, women’s empowerment, youth employment, an…

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Scam Targeting Veterans, Evil Twin Wi-Fi attack, and More! 37:25

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Surprise, surprise there are some new scams going around. Listen in as we discuss a scam targeting veterans, an evil twin Wi-Fi attack, and more! Learn about these scams and know how to protect yourselves. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4r…

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Movie Reviews -One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 48:58

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Hello Everyone, Review of Movie :One battle after Another-By Dr.Afshan Hashmi Regards Dr.Afshan Hashmi www.afshanhashmi.com www.drafshanhashmi.com https://www.drafshanhashmisradio.com/ Direct descendant of Prophet Abubakr(RA) and thus relative Of Prophet Muhammad(PBUH) The real Ahrari's have emerged Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi is broadcas…

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Ep 254 The Transference 41:00

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By Ray the Roadie & Hollywood Mike

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Erin's Scam Experience with a Loved One 58:36

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Erin is with us today to discuss his experience with a loved one who was and maybe still is a victim of scams - romance, investment, inheritance, and more. Join us to get an in depth look into these scams through Erin's eyes. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk…

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Ep 253 D-Rox (Desiree Megrant) 44:31

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Send us a text Started playing piano and saxophone at a very young age. Highly influenced by her father, who played with big names like Frank Sinatra, B.B. King, Jerry Lee Lewis. She performs a variety of genres: covers, originals; styles range from pop, blues, country, classic rock and more. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme so…

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Deeper Dive Into Pig Butchering Scams 53:15

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Erin West and Dr. Martina Dove are back to give us a deeper dive into pig butchering scams! Join us as we discuss the scam operations, compounds and manipulation techniques used by the scammers. An episode you will not want to miss! Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part …

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Ep 252 The Band Dudes 48:33

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Send us a text Mike was co-hosting open mic nights in the Region when he met Karl. While playing some original music at the open mic nights, the guys knew that the music felt elevated and something good was going on. Mike and Karl, along with the Region Buzz 219 team went into the studio in March of 2025. Toward the end of the sessions Mike and Kar…

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Social Engineering and The Need For Recurring Education 45:43

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Social engineering is on the rise and the scammers are getting better at exploiting our vulnerabilities. Tune in to learn the most common types of social engineering techniques, how to protect yourself, and why you need recurring education. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.co…

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Movie Review-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 37:37

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Hello everyone Lets discuss this movie on my radio and TV show. I lost my husband and as Lt.Gen.Flynn said he is drowning my husband felt like that in the middle of the night and I would say to him just do Darood shareef and please calm down. I can relate with this story and give it 5 stars. https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/storefront Meet and Greet…

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Use gel pens to avoid check washing 18:15

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Did you know criminals steal mail looking for checks they can alter? It is called check washing. They dip checks in acetone to dissolve the ink. If you use a gel pen, the ink does not dissolve because the ink in gel pens permeates the paper fibers and is more resistant to chemicals used to erase ink compared to traditional ballpoint pen ink. Let’s …

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Ep 251 Sam Burns 46:17

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Send us a text Reviews of Samuel “Sam" Burns highlight him as a talented and versatile jazz guitarist and bandleader, praised for his improvisation, stage presence, and teaching abilities, particularly within the Chicago-land area. Customers and gig-goers appreciate his professionalism, adaptability, and ability to create excellent atmospheres for …

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Who Is Most Vulnerable to Romance Scams 49:31

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Dr. Marina Dove is back to discuss romance scams - their techniques, who is most vulnerable, changes over time in how scammers manipulate, and how can we protect ourselves. Dr. Martina Dove has a background in psychology and specializes in scams, social engineering, and individual factors implicated in fraud compliance. Listen in as we dive into ro…

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Invite to a Party? Could it be a Scam...Plus Recent FBI PSA’s 42:45

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Electronic invitations to a party, from a friend, safe right? Well not so fast. There is a new scam going around inside a party invite. Name of the company is legitimate, scammers are impersonating the real company. Plus, recent FBI Public Service Announcements. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesdays at 8AM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood T…

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Ep 250 Outpatience 48:42

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Send us a text Outpatience is a fun, energetic rock band that covers a wide variety of artists from A/C-D/C to The Who. A highly entertaining band that takes pride in engaging the audience. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com…

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At A Moments Notice 45:29

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Join Dr. Lewis in a conversation with Dr. Tyra S. Gardner, affectionately known as (AngerDr.), who is the Founder/CEO of At A Moments Notice, LLC. Dr. Gardner is also the visionary behind The Wellness Center of Mindfulness, a hybrid space dedicated to emotional healing, self-awareness, and mental clarity, through therapy and holistic practices. Ema…

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Live attending Podcast movement in 2025 in Dallas Texas 40:08

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I am attending Podcast movement in 2025 in Dallas Texas. I will talk about it on my show. Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi Meet and Greet with Dr. Afshan Hashmi is broadcast live Tuesdays at 3PM PT on K4HD Radio - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 Media Network (www.talk4media.com). Mee…

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Global Crisis of Pig Butchering Scams 50:45

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Pig butchering scams - we have talked about them before, and it is worth talking about again. Join us as we talk with our guest, Erin West, a globally recognized speaker, and educator specializing organized crime, with a focus on the criminal investigation and prosecution of cryptocurrency-related cases. Erin will provide more insight about the gro…

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Ep 249 American English 58:21

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Send us a text American English is simply the best Beatles tribute story of our time. At the inception of the band, they were voted “number one” by thousands of Beatles fans as winners of sound a like contests at Beatlefest® for three consecutive years. They have also won Illinois Entertainer of the Year and have been voted "Best Tribute Band" thre…

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What is insurance for to bully or ease pain of American citizens? By Dr.Afshan Hashmi 42:55

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Hello Everyone, I have insurance for nearly everything. But when one calls them they fail to perform their duties and consumers get hurt. Today's topic we will discuss that why insurance system is failing in America? With all the best regards Afshan (Afshan N. Hashmi, PhD, C(ASCP), RAC) Managing Partner of Dr. Afshan Hashmi Consulting Group LLC Mee…

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Martin Hellmer - retired FBI Special Agent 45:39

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What do you do if you have been the victim of an internet related scam? Who should you call? Can you get your money back? We will be talking with retired FBI agent Martin Hellmer about his experiences investigating scams and he will share advice on what to do if it happens to you or someone you love. Let’s Talk About Scams is broadcast live Tuesday…

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Ep 248 Cxpital 45:23

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Send us a text Cxpital is a 3-piece Indie/Alternative Rock band from the region of Northwest Indiana, USA. The band is composed of, drummer Benji Grimler, and lead guitarist Tyler Maximoff; while accompanied by vocalist and rhythm guitarist/bassist Lucie Ashmore, originally from Greystones, Ireland. After meeting and forming in 2017 under the name …

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Tribute to Hulk Hogan Real American Hero-by Dr.Afshan Hashmi 38:08

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Hello Everyone, I was devastated to hear the legend a real American hero die of cardiac arrest. Why so many Americans especially friends of President Trump and President Biden are dying. I am very concerned about it. Who will take the future Presidency of America if this happens to the sitting President. I really liked Hogan.May his soul rest in pe…

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Phishing and smishing continue to be a problem 22:27

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It is time to talk about “phishing” because a friend recently fell for a phishing scheme. The email, which appeared to come from his cable company, claimed that the method of payment was rejected. And while we are at it, let’s talk about “smishing”, a social engineering attack using fake text messages to trick people into sending money to cybercrim…

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Ep 247 Honeyspoon 41:44

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Send us a text Not to be confused with a honey dipper. This couple puts out some great music. A hidden gem. Support the show Podcast edited by Paul Martin. Theme song courtesy of M&R Rush. www.rocknrollchicagopodcast.com

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Sometimes we have to intervene 17:02

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What would you do if you overheard a phone conversation that sounded like the person was being scammed? Last year, I accompanied my mother to an appointment at her doctor’s office. I overheard a gentleman sitting across me making a phone call. He was speaking loud enough that it was hard to ignore the conversation. After less than a minute, I jumpe…