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Ian Rose remembers George Reeves, who is best known for the role of Superman. Ian recalls Reeves' work in another classic film: "From Here to Eternity". Ian tells us interesting facts about this movie, and the part which Reeves played in it. The G-Men talk about the various Superman films, and TV shows throughout the years. If you have wondered what the title of our theme music is, and who it's performed by, Mike has that information for us. It's a catchy novelty tune from the late 60's, but if you want to learn the name, you will have to listen in. Finally Smitty and Mike remember correspondence schools, the popular institutions where you could learn radio, TV, electronics, and other careers from the comfort of your home, in your spare time. Our Retro-Commercial is a musical spot for Salem Cigarettes. We're waiting for you here, on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

May 26, 1971: Don McLean's classic tune "American Pie" makes it's debut on the American music scene. On this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, Mike recalls this iconic song on it's 40th anniversary, and tells us the story of how it came to be. Mike tells us the meaning of some of the lyrics, and some interesting facts that this song conveys in it's words that describe the era of the 1950s and 60s. Ian remembers the golden era of the Automat. In particular, one that he would visit at Times Square in New York. Whether you just wanted a piece of pie and coffee, or a full dinner, the Automat was the place for a good, economical meal. Our Retro-Commercial is a swingin' musical piece for the 1964 Ford Mustang. Let's have another cup of coffee, let's have another piece of pie on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

May 26, 1971: Don McLean's classic tune "American Pie" makes it's debut on the American music scene. On this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, Mike recalls this iconic song on it's 40th anniversary, and tells us the story of how it came to be. Mike tells us the meaning of some of the lyrics, and some interesting facts that this song conveys in it's words that describe the era of the 1950s and 60s. Ian remembers the golden era of the Automat. In particular, one that he would visit at Times Square in New York. Whether you just wanted a piece of pie and coffee, or a full dinner, the Automat was the place for a good, economical meal. Our Retro-Commercial is a swingin' musical piece for the 1964 Ford Mustang. Let's have another cup of coffee, let's have another piece of pie on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Time for a field trip as Mike and Smitty visit John Fox, chief engineer of San Diego County's newest FM station, KOPA 91.3 FM. This station known as Rez Radio, is owned by the Pala Band of Mission Indians and serves the Pala area with programming of interest to the community. We talk to John about his experiences and career in radio, and how he came to be at KOPA 91.3 FM. In addition, Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site is heard twice a week on KOPA, Wednesdays at 12:30 PM and Fridays at 11:30 PM (PT). KOPA streams on-line at: http://www.palatribe.com/pala-radio Ian Rose tells us who is buried in Grant's Tomb, as he recalls Civil War General and President Ulysses S. Grant. Ian presents interesting facts about Grant, and his tomb, located on the East Coast of the U. S. Ian also has the latest celebrity obituaries for us. Our Retro-Commercial is good ol' Tony the Tiger and Sugar Frosted Flakes. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Time for a field trip as Mike and Smitty visit John Fox, chief engineer of San Diego County's newest FM station, KOPA 91.3 FM. This station known as Rez Radio, is owned by the Pala Band of Mission Indians and serves the Pala area with programming of interest to the community. We talk to John about his experiences and career in radio, and how he came to be at KOPA 91.3 FM. In addition, Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site is heard twice a week on KOPA, Wednesdays at 12:30 PM and Fridays at 11:30 PM (PT). KOPA streams on-line at: http://www.palatribe.com/pala-radio Ian Rose tells us who is buried in Grant's Tomb, as he recalls Civil War General and President Ulysses S. Grant. Ian presents interesting facts about Grant, and his tomb, located on the East Coast of the U. S. Ian also has the latest celebrity obituaries for us. Our Retro-Commercial is good ol' Tony the Tiger and Sugar Frosted Flakes. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

What does the term "Pirate Radio" mean to you? On this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, Mike tells us all we need to know about Pirate Radio stations. What they were, how they operated, and what they did. Mike recalls his experiences with Pirate Radio, and how some of these operations, although not legal, helped young people interested in radio broadcasting to hone their skills. Ian Rose tries to "Get the Red Out", as he remembers HUAC, The House Un-American Activities Committee. This committee was charged with trying to route out communists in this country. Many celebrities and well-known individuals were marked as communists and subversives in the era of the 50s, when anti-communist investigations were at their peak. In addition, Ian recalls other committees of the past that investigated suspect groups in the past. Our Retro-Commercial is for Chevrolet from the 1950s. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

What does the term "Pirate Radio" mean to you? On this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site, Mike tells us all we need to know about Pirate Radio stations. What they were, how they operated, and what they did. Mike recalls his experiences with Pirate Radio, and how some of these operations, although not legal, helped young people interested in radio broadcasting to hone their skills. Ian Rose tries to "Get the Red Out", as he remembers HUAC, The House Un-American Activities Committee. This committee was charged with trying to route out communists in this country. Many celebrities and well-known individuals were marked as communists and subversives in the era of the 50s, when anti-communist investigations were at their peak. In addition, Ian recalls other committees of the past that investigated suspect groups in the past. Our Retro-Commercial is for Chevrolet from the 1950s. Join us on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Smitty and Mike take a field trip on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. The guys are at the Greater San Diego Post Card and Paper Collectibles Show. Learn all about the different types of paper collectibles from Jeremy Leroque, the promoter of this and other paper shows in California and the West Coast. Jeremy tells us what you might find at these shows, what to look for, and what to do if you discover some interesting old paper in your attic or closet. Is it collectible? How do you get it appraised? What should you do to not damage that valuable post card, paper, or magazine? Find out on this show! In addition we talk to other vendors and collectors at this fun show. Ian Rose tells us all about General George S. Patton, the famous World War II Hero. And Ian recalls George C. Scott who played Patton in the classic movie of the same name. We can't imagine anyone else in the role of Patton other than Scott, and Ian shares a lot of interesting information about the General and the movie. Our Retro-Commercial is a swingin Disneyland commercial from the late 50s. Hop on board Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Smitty and Mike take a field trip on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. The guys are at the Greater San Diego Post Card and Paper Collectibles Show. Learn all about the different types of paper collectibles from Jeremy Leroque, the promoter of this and other paper shows in California and the West Coast. Jeremy tells us what you might find at these shows, what to look for, and what to do if you discover some interesting old paper in your attic or closet. Is it collectible? How do you get it appraised? What should you do to not damage that valuable post card, paper, or magazine? Find out on this show! In addition we talk to other vendors and collectors at this fun show. Ian Rose tells us all about General George S. Patton, the famous World War II Hero. And Ian recalls George C. Scott who played Patton in the classic movie of the same name. We can't imagine anyone else in the role of Patton other than Scott, and Ian shares a lot of interesting information about the General and the movie. Our Retro-Commercial is a swingin Disneyland commercial from the late 50s. Hop on board Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We recall the 75th anniversary of Flash Gordon, the Universal Studios science fiction serial that was a standard of the 1930s. These were later seen on early TV in the early 1950s. Ian Rose gives us the details of these serials, the plots, the stars, and all the things that make these old serials so well-remembered. Mike tells us all about Tiger Beat Fan Magazine, the 1960s teen and pre-teen magazine that told youngsters all about the young stars, singers, and artists of the day. Just like similar magazines for adults, these were designed for young people and were sold at the checkout lines at the supermarkets. Mike has a collection of these magazines and he tells us what they are worth and what to look for when you find some in your travels. Ian has the latest obituaries including that of Elizabeth Taylor. Our Retro-Commercial is for good old McDonald's Restaurants, featuring a neat jingle from the 1970s. All this and much more on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We recall the 75th anniversary of Flash Gordon, the Universal Studios science fiction serial that was a standard of the 1930s. These were later seen on early TV in the early 1950s. Ian Rose gives us the details of these serials, the plots, the stars, and all the things that make these old serials so well-remembered. Mike tells us all about Tiger Beat Fan Magazine, the 1960s teen and pre-teen magazine that told youngsters all about the young stars, singers, and artists of the day. Just like similar magazines for adults, these were designed for young people and were sold at the checkout lines at the supermarkets. Mike has a collection of these magazines and he tells us what they are worth and what to look for when you find some in your travels. Ian has the latest obituaries including that of Elizabeth Taylor. Our Retro-Commercial is for good old McDonald's Restaurants, featuring a neat jingle from the 1970s. All this and much more on this edition of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We celebrate Easter on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site as Mike, Smitty, and Ian welcome Christian Apologist Bob Siegel to the show. Bob talks to us about some of the great Hollywood Biblical Epics such as "The Ten Commandments", "Ben Hur", and "Greatest Story Ever Told". Bob's insight into religion, pop culture, and media helps us to find out how these classic motion pictures were filmed, how they were received in that time period, and how they fit into the pop culture of their day. These movies are epics not only because of their subject matter, but also because they were filmed in color, stereophonic sound, and wide screen. These motion pictures featured many top stars of the day, and included dazzling special effects, in an era when studios were competing with the onset of television. Bob Siegel hosts a popular radio program on KCBQ 1170 AM in San Diego. Our Retro-Commercial is a classic Wrigley's Spearmint Gum piece. Tune in to Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

We celebrate Easter on Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site as Mike, Smitty, and Ian welcome Christian Apologist Bob Siegel to the show. Bob talks to us about some of the great Hollywood Biblical Epics such as "The Ten Commandments", "Ben Hur", and "Greatest Story Ever Told". Bob's insight into religion, pop culture, and media helps us to find out how these classic motion pictures were filmed, how they were received in that time period, and how they fit into the pop culture of their day. These movies are epics not only because of their subject matter, but also because they were filmed in color, stereophonic sound, and wide screen. These motion pictures featured many top stars of the day, and included dazzling special effects, in an era when studios were competing with the onset of television. Bob Siegel hosts a popular radio program on KCBQ 1170 AM in San Diego. Our Retro-Commercial is a classic Wrigley's Spearmint Gum piece. Tune in to Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site celebrates a major milestone: Our 50th Podcast episode. As a new part of our shows, we present our first remote feature. Smitty and Mike attended the Big 3 Auto Parts Exchange at San Diego Qualcomm Stadium, on February 27, 2011. This is a great swap meet featuring parts and supplies for classic cars, as well as just about anything else that could turn up at a swap meet: records, books, tools, toys, old radios, and just about anything else you could imagine. Smitty and Mike visit with some of the sellers at the swap meet and chat with them. In addition, there is a video segment of this remote that has been posted on You Tube. You can get the link by going to our web site. Meanwhile, back at the studio, Ian asks us "What's in a Name?" He ponders the significance of a person's name. Formal names, initials, titles, and nicknames are all part of Ian's review. Our Retro-Commercial, fitting in with the Big 3 Swap Meet, is for the 1957 Studebaker. Join us on this, our 50th episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!

Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site celebrates a major milestone: Our 50th Podcast episode. As a new part of our shows, we present our first remote feature. Smitty and Mike attended the Big 3 Auto Parts Exchange at San Diego Qualcomm Stadium, on February 27, 2011. This is a great swap meet featuring parts and supplies for classic cars, as well as just about anything else that could turn up at a swap meet: records, books, tools, toys, old radios, and just about anything else you could imagine. Smitty and Mike visit with some of the sellers at the swap meet and chat with them. In addition, there is a video segment of this remote that has been posted on You Tube. You can get the link by going to our web site. Meanwhile, back at the studio, Ian asks us "What's in a Name?" He ponders the significance of a person's name. Formal names, initials, titles, and nicknames are all part of Ian's review. Our Retro-Commercial, fitting in with the Big 3 Swap Meet, is for the 1957 Studebaker. Join us on this, our 50th episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site!