Sunday, December 10, 2023

CANTO TALK shows from last week


This is a summary of last week's shows. 

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John Lennon and the number 9

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 We remember another anniversary of John Lennon's tragic death in 1980.   

 
 
In my case, I heard it in a Mexico City hotel when the clock radio woke me up at 6 a.m.

After The Beatles broke up, John went solo and recorded a lot of songs.   
 
Some were good ("Instant Karma") and others were not, like the woke "Imagine" or "How do you sleep," a nuclear attack on Paul.   
 
George, Ringo and John had spent the 1970s watching Paul record one hit after another.  
 
As I remember, it was really rare to hear anything by John, George or Ringo on the radio at that time.  
 
I'll never forget shopping for music for my parents in early 1980 and seeing George;s and Ringo's LPs on the sale rack. I asked the store manager and he said "nobody is buying that stuff anymore."   
 
Blame it on "Disco Duck" or some bad solo from a couple of guys who used to play with a band called the Beatles.

Back to John, "# 9 dream" was one of my favorites.   
 
It turns out that John Lennon had a fascination with the number nine.   

According to The Beatles Bible, there were many references to the number nine in John's life:  
 
Lennon travelled on the number 72 bus to Liverpool Art College, where he was friends with Stuart Sutcliffe.
His first meeting in 1957 with Paul McCartney proved a pivotal role in Lennon’s life. McCartney’s surname has nine letters, as does Sutcliffe’s.
The group became The Beatles in 1960, and Lennon left in 1969, nine years later.
The Beatles’ first appearance at the Cavern Club was on 9 February 1961.
Brian Epstein, The Beatles’ manager, first saw them perform on 9 November 1961.
The group’s contract with EMI was confirmed on 9 May 1962.
The Beatles’ debut single, ‘Love Me Do’, was on Parlophone R4949.
Their record-breaking debut appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show was on 9 February 1964.

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In April 1969 he changed his name to John Ono Lennon. There are nine ‘o’s in the combined names of John Ono Lennon and Yoko Ono Lennon.
Lennon and Ono lived for a time in an apartment on West 72nd Street, New York City.
Their first apartment in the Dakota Building was number 72.
Their son, Sean Lennon, was born on 9 October 1975, John’s 35th birthday.
#9 Dream was a song on Lennon’s 1974 album Walls And Bridges. The album was his ninth non-Beatles album, and was issued in the ninth month of the year.
The album’s cover featured a painting done when Lennon was 11 years old. It depicts a footballer with a number nine on his back.
When released as a single, #9 Dream peaked at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The refrain in the chorus – ‘Ah! Böwakawa poussé, poussé’ – featured nine syllables.
Mind Games and Rock ‘N’ Roll, the albums released before and after Walls And Bridges, each contained nine letters in their titles.
After he was shot, Lennon was rushed to Roosevelt Hospital on 9th Avenue, Manhattan. Roosevelt and Manhattan both have nine letters.
 
He was killed late night December 8 but when it happened, it was December 9 in his native U.K. 
 
Remember that when you hear that famous lyric "Number 9, number 9" from the White Album.

 

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Saturday, December 09, 2023

2015: Christmas books and poetry of the season with Frank Burke



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"FELIZ NAVIDAD" AND CUBAN FOOD WITH SONIA AND MARTA


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Cuban food, Christmas & the wonderful Marta Darby


What a fun show.  We had a chance to speak with Marta Darby, the one and only Cuban food expert and editor of My Big Fat Cuban Family blog.

We focused on Christmas dishes and the Cuban table.  As always, Marta presented her recipes with love and enthusiasm.

Please check out her blog and recipes.  You will become a fan of Cuban food. 

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Saturday's podcast: Biden trouble plus remember Dr. Kissinger...and other stories

 


Saturday's podcast:   

Biden trouble plus remember Dr. Kissinger...and other stories....

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Wonderful Judge Noreika




Wonderful Judge Noreika: Hunter Biden got some bad news this week:  Indictment in California and allegations that he failed to pay nearly $200,000 of income tax in the year 2019.      We can thank Judge Maryellen Noreika for this…….click for more:






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Happy # 74 Nando Parrado who survived a plane crash in The Andes (1972)


Nando Parrado was born in Montevideo, Uruguay in 1949.  

 In 1972, Nando was one of the passengers on a flight that crashed in The Andes.   He was travelling with a rugby team on the way to a tournament.

 Nando survived and the story became a book as well as a movie.     You can get the movie HERE.

 It's an amazing story!

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Friday, December 08, 2023

Friday's podcast: Hunter Biden trouble, Inflation and basics, and John Lennon 1980


Hunter Biden trouble... Inflation and basics...California deficit...John Lennon 1980....Pearl Harbor declaration of 1941...and other stories..
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Friday's video: Hunter Biden trouble, Inflation and basics, and John Lennon 1980


Friday's video: 
 Hunter Biden trouble, Inflation and basics, and John Lennon 1980...


                               
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Then Vietnam, now migrants?




Then Vietnam, now migrants?: It’s still eight or nine months away, but the Democrats have reasons to worry about that summer convention in the Windy City.  Let’s hear what’s happening in Chicago, via Fox News:







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Thursday, December 07, 2023

Thursday's podcast: Another GOP debate, Chicago and migrants. Pearl Harbor 1941...and other stories


Thursday's podcast:   

Another GOP debate, Chicago and migrants. Pearl Harbor 1941...and other stories...

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Thursday's video: Another GOP debate, Chicago and migrants. Pearl Harbor 1941 & other stories


Thursday's video: 
 Another GOP debate, Chicago and migrants. Pearl Harbor 1941 & other stories...

                                   
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Long honeymoon in Buenos Aires?



 

 

Long honeymoon in Buenos Aires?: A few days ago, I was asked on Buenos Aires radio about what the U.S. thinks of Argentina's president-elect, Javier Milei, who will be sworn in on December 10.      I answered that the best word was…..



A few days ago, I was asked on Buenos Aires radio about what the U.S. thinks of Argentina's president-elect, Javier Milei, who will be sworn in on December 10.   
 
I answered that the best word was 'curiosity.'   
 
I told the moderator to ask me the same question in six months.
 
According to Agustino Fontevecchia, the Argentinian president-elect is enjoying a surprising honeymoon.  
 
Normally, el presidente enjoys a honeymoon in his first six months or so.  So far, the man in Argentina is enjoying a honeymoon before saying "I do."
 
Read the column:  
 
The Milei that has emerged from the scathing presidential campaign is somewhat different from what he had projected. Rather than appearing irate or violent, his semblance is of a happy man. Instead of erratic, he seems pragmatic. And while serious doubts remain as to how his nascent coalition of inexperienced outsiders will ensure governability, the ultra-libertarian is acting carefully and strategically in the conformation of his cabinet and government, seemingly betting on experience over ideology. Of course, all of this is easier without the weight of responsibility that comes with taking office. For the time being, it’s still Alberto Fernández, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, and Sergio Massa’s problem. Once the glow begins to dim and his “chainsaw” austerity plan is in full force, what Milei will face the music?
 
The article points out that he is the most popular politician in the country.  At least so far, and he has not been sworn in yet, people want him to succeed.
 
What's going on?   
 
I think that a couple of things.  First, the president-elect is so interesting and answers questions by quoting economists and philosophers. I have not seen that before.  
 
Second, the outgoing government was despised to the core.  For example, I had a friend send me a text saying something like welcome to the last Monday of Peronismo anticipating next week's inauguration.
 
Of course, everyone down in Argentina knows and dances to that famous tango "Poema".  It's about heartbreak and disillusionment.  It's sad enough to make a grown man cry.  
 
The lyrics go something like this:   
 
Cuando las flores de tu rosal,  (when the flowers in your rose garden)
vuelvan mas bellas a florecer,  (will come back to blossom more beautifully again)
recordarás mi querer,  (you will remember my love)
y has de saber, (and you will get to know)
todo mi intenso mal.  (all my intense misfortune)
 
De aquel poema embriagador,  (of that intoxicating poem)
ya nada queda entre los dos,  (nothing remains between the two)
doy mi triste adiós,  (I give my sad goodbye)
sentiras la emoción,  (you will feel the emotion)
de mi dolor...  (of my pain)
 
"Intense misfortune and emotion of your pain" or the essence of a country born singing tango, its tragic lyrics and watching so many governments destroy what was once a prosperous land to the south.     
 
Enough of that.  I am betting that Milei will turn things around and succeed.  Of course, I do have "Poema" in my playlist just in case.
 
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Happy # 76 Johnny Bench



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We remember Johnny Bench who was born on this day in 1947 in Oklahoma.

 Bench broke with the Reds in 1967 and was Rookie of the Year in 1968.    He was the NL MVP in 1970 & 1972.  

 Bench played in 4 World Series winning in 1975 & 1976.   The Reds were the most successful NL team of the 1970's.    It was a wonderful squad led by Bench, Pete Rose, Joe Morgan & Tony Perez.    

 Overall, Bench hit 389 HR with 1376 RBI.    He was also a great catcher winning 10 gold gloves.     

Bench was selected to The Hall of Fame in 1989.

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Wednesday, December 06, 2023

Wednesday's podcast: Argentina and the new president, Biden 2024, Henry the K, Another GOP debate


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Wednesday's video: Argentina and the new president, Biden 2024, Henry Kissinger & more


Wednesday's video: 
Argentina and the new president, Biden 2024, Henry Kissinger & more......

                               
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I’m ‘Henry the K’ I am




I’m ‘Henry the K’ I am: Former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger passed away this week at age 100.  My memory of Mr. Kissinger was his work during the Nixon administration, from Vietnam to the historic presidential trip to China.  Add to this the famous women…..

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Tuesday, December 05, 2023

Tuesday's podcast: The left and rape, Venezuela and Guyana, Walt Disney (1901-1966) and more


Tuesday's podcast:  

The left and rape, Venezuela and Guyana, Walt Disney (1901-1966) and more.....

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Tuesday's video: The left and rape, Venezuela and Guyana, Walt Disney (1901-66) & more


Tuesday's video: 
 The left and rape, Venezuela and Guyana, Walt Disney (1901-66) & more.....

                                
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Maduro looking for a Falklands




Maduro looking for a Falklands: Remember the Falklands War?  It happened in 1982 when Argentina decided that it was time to fight a war over the UK territory.  It did not go well for the junta in Buenos Aires, but they needed something to distract the locals from……

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2013 podcast: Christmas and "war stories" with Leslie Eastman and Barry Jacobsen


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Monday, December 04, 2023

Monday's podcast: The week in review with Bill Katz the editor of Urgent Agenda



Guest:....... Bill Katz the editor of Urgent Agenda......DeSantis vs Newsom debate....Democrats and crime.....Hamas vs Israel 2 months.....Henry Kissinger (1923-2023)....…and other stories.....

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Monday's video: The week in review with Bill Katz the editor of Urgent Agenda


Guest:....... Bill Katz the editor of Urgent Agenda......DeSantis vs Newsom debate....Democrats and crime.....Hamas vs Israel 2 months.....Henry Kissinger (1923-2023)....…and other stories.....


 
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Crime and no punishment




Crime and no punishment: Why do we hear about African-Americans expressing frustration with Democrats?    Maybe it's because they live in areas run by Democrats, such as Chicago and Philadelphia.   Crime is turning into a real issue for…..

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2015: Cuban Christmas cuisine for the holidays



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2014: A CHAT WITH VICTOR TRIAY, CUBAN AMERICAN AUTHOR OF "ON FREEDOM'S SHORE"




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Sunday, December 03, 2023

Sunday's podcast: A chat with George Rodriguez, South Texas conservative


Sunday's podcast:   

A chat with George Rodriguez, South Texas conservative...


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Sunday's video: A chat with George Rodriguez, South Texas conservative


Sunday's video: 
 A chat with George Rodriguez, South Texas conservative.....

                                
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CANTO TALK podcasts from last week


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Living dictator same as dead dictator



 



Living dictator same as dead dictator: Fidel Castro died seven years ago; his brother Raúl is still around although not very visible; and the appointed successor, Miguel Díaz-Canel, wears business suits to look presidential. Has anything changed?  Not really…..








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Saturday, December 02, 2023

Saturday's podcast: Electric cars and other bits and pieces from last week


Saturday's podcast:   

Electric cars and other bits and pieces from last week.......

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Joe, we can't sell them




Joe, we can't sell them: How is that electric vehicle promotion going?  Well, the car dealers can't sell them.  They sent President Biden a letter calling for a change in strategy, as my old marketing professor used to say. This is the story: 

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Friday, December 01, 2023

Friday's podcast: Newsom vs DeSantis, Consumers and EV's, Santos out, 1824 election & more


Friday's podcast:   

Newsom vs DeSantis, Consumers and EV's, Santos out, 1824 election & more.....

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Friday's video: Newsom vs DeSantis, Consumers and EV's, Santos out, 1824 election & more


Friday's video: 
Newsom vs DeSantis, Consumers and EV's, Santos out, 1824 election & more...

 
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Goodbye, savings account




Goodbye, savings account: The economy is great, or so we hear.  Well, car loan delinquencies are growing, food prices are higher, and now Americans are dipping into their savings accounts. This is the story: Inflation is still taking a hefty toll on…..

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Happy # 75 to George Foster


We remember George Foster, one of the power bats of The Big Red Machine of the 1970's.     Foster was born in Alabama on this day in 1948.

 Foster broke with the Giants in 1969 but was traded to Cincinnati in 1972.   

 It took him a couple of years to get going but he became a big HR hitter:  52 in 1977 and 40 in 1978.   

 Overall, he hit 348 HR with 1,239 RBI.     Foster was the NL MVP in 1977 and came in second in 1976.

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Thursday's podcast: Migrants and Mayor Johnson, Savings accounts & Winston Churchill


Thursday's podcast:   

Migrants and Mayor Johnson, Savings accounts & Winston Churchill...

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Thursday's video: Migrants and Mayor Johnson, Savings accounts & Winston Churchill


Thursday's video: 
 Migrants and Mayor Johnson, Savings accounts & Winston Churchill....

                                 
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Just blame Lori for everything

 




Just blame Lori for everything: It's not fun having to solve problems, especially when you are a Democrat and ran your campaign making all kinds of promises.  Or maybe this is just another case of…..




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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Wednesday's podcast: Migrants and winter...Hostages and Hamas....Narco corridos and other stories..


Wednesday's podcast:   

Migrants and winter...Hostages and Hamas....Narco corridos and other stories.......

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Wednesday's video: Migrants and winter. Hostages and Hamas, Narco corridos


Wednesday's video: 
Migrants and winter. Hostages and Hamas, Narco corridos....

                                    
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Don’t play that song for me




Don’t play that song for me: Down in Mexico, there is something called “narco corridos” or songs about the drug trade.  They are stories of drug lords, arrests, shootouts, daring operations, and betrayals.  You hear them on the street corners, sort of like ...

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Tuesday's podcast: Hostages and Biden administration, NY City and police officers & Disney


Tuesday's podcast:    

Hostages and Biden administration, NY City and police officers & Disney.....

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Tuesday's video: Hostages and Biden, NY City and police officers & Disney


Tuesday's video: 
Hostages and Biden, NY City and police officers & Disney

 
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Where have all the cops gone?




Where have all the cops gone?: What happens when the political class makes villains out of policemen and victims out of criminals?      The policemen move on such as in…….click image for more:

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Happy # 94 to Berry Gordy, the man who started Motown


We remember Berry Gordy who was born in Detroit on this day in 1929.    In the 1960's, he started Motown and became one of the most important figures in the music business.     Motown was the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, the Temptations, Jimmy Ruffin, the Contours, the Four Tops, Gladys Knight & the Pips, the Commodores, the Velvelettes, Martha and the Vandellas, Stevie Wonder, Jackson 5 and a few more.     

 An amazing story!

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