Tales From The Lot - Grateful Dead Show Experiences
Step into the world of the Grateful Dead with "Tales from the Lot." Join me as I dive deep into the heart of one of the most iconic bands in music history. In this podcast, I invite passionate Deadheads to share their firsthand experiences from the legendary Grateful Dead shows they attended.
My guests take you on a nostalgic journey to the lot scene and concerts they attended. Where the vibrant culture of fans, the music, and the mystical setlists converge. These storytellers transport you back in time, sharing the magic, camaraderie, and unique moments that defined these unforgettable concerts.
Do you have an incredible Grateful Dead story to tell? I'd love to have you on the podcast! Share your cherished memories and relive the moments that made those shows truly special. Whether it's the cosmic connection you felt with fellow fans or the legendary tunes that still make your heart sing, I want to hear from you.
Email will@talesfromthelot.org with the Grateful Dead show that holds a special place in your heart and why it means so much to you. Join me for a journey through the past and celebrate the enduring spirit of the Deadhead community.
Tune in, turn on, and keep the spirit of the Grateful Dead alive with "Tales from the Lot: A Grateful Dead Experiences" podcast.
Episodes
29 episodes
TFTL Ep 28 Truckin' Through Time Part 1
Truckin’ Through Time (Part 1): The Primal Years (1965–1969)"The Warlocks, soon to be the Grateful Dead, were mostly just trying to make sure the floor didn’t swallow them whole."Welcome to the series premiere of
TFTL Ep 27 Greatest Hits Volume 2
TFTL Ep 27 Greatest Hits Volume 2 As we hit a milestone of 25 episodes and over 25,000 downloads, I'm thrilled to bring you a collection of some of the most memorable moments from the journey so far.Join me as we revisit ...
TFTL Ep 26 Greatest Hits Volume 1
TFTL Ep 26 Greatest Hits Volume 1 As we hit a milestone of 25 episodes and over 25,000 downloads, I'm thrilled to bring you a collection of some of the most memorable moments from the journey so far.Join me as we revisit ...
TFTL Ep 25 I Ducked Into A Barn Door
Venture back in time with Boston's very own Paul Cirincione as we unravel the enthralling narrative of a life steeped in the melodies of the Grateful Dead and the dynamic world of live music recording. Our foray begins with Paul's initiation in...
TFTL Ep 24 When Is The Next Tour? - 70's 80's 90's and Chimps!
When Bob Ingersoll describes his first Grateful Dead concert, you can almost feel the pulsing energy of the crowd and the transformative power of the music. This episode takes a wild ride with Bob, a chimp expert, and Deadhead, as he shares his...
TFTL Ep 23 People Were Taking Care of Each Other - The Matrix, Carousel Ballroom, Keystone, and More!
Bill Bigelow takes us on a journey through the heart of the Bay Area's legendary music scene, where the melodies of the Grateful Dead once danced through iconic venues like the Carousel Ballroom and the Fillmore West. As we explore his stories,...
TFTL Ep 22 Those Were The Days, As Archie Said - The Golden '70s and '80s
Ever found yourself entranced by a rhythm, a melody, or a memory that transports you to another place and time? That's the magic Bruce Ascher, a die-hard Deadhead from Putnam County, brings to the table in our latest episode. With the backdrop ...
TFTL Ep 21 You Were All Part of the Band - Englishtown, NJ 9/3/1977
Join us on a sonic journey as Tommy Kennedy takes us from the electric buzz of a Bob Dylan fandom to the psychedelic swirl of becoming a Grateful Dead convert. The episode kicks off with Tommy's rich storytelling, painting the scene of his firs...
TFTL Ep 20 That Bus Has A Lot of Wheels - Deer Creek 6/28/1992
Ever found yourself reminiscing about your first psychedelic experience while listening to the Grateful Dead? Or how about that time when you unearthed your love for genres you didn't even know existed? Join my dear friend Kurt and I as we take...
TFTL Ep 19 From Club Kids to Deadheads Overnight - Grateful Dead Tour Tales: Volume One: 1984-1987
Ever found yourself lost in a parking lot for hours after a mind-blowing Grateful Dead concert? George Michaels, author of 'Grateful Dead Tour Tales', not onl...
TFTL Ep18 Always Feeling Like Some '69 - 5/6/1990 - California State U. Dominguez Hills
TFTL Ep18 Always Feeling Like Some '69 - 5/6/1990 - California State U. Dominguez HillsMy guest, CP, is here from AZ to discuss seeing the Grateful Dead at Cal State on 5/6/1990, the fine wine that is the Dead's catalog, an...
TFTL Ep17 Super Hippie Dippy - 5/27/1989 - Oakland Coliseum
TFTL Ep17 Super Hippie Dippy - 5/27/1989 - Oakland ColiseumMy guest, Michael Leube, is here from Budapest, Hungary to discuss seeing Grateful Dead at the Oakland Coliseum in 1989, the 80/20 Rule, a heartbreakin...
TFTL Ep16 A Ring of People Dancing - 10/17/1983 - Lake Placid, NY
TFTL Ep16 A Ring of People Dancing - 10/17/1983 - Lake Placid, NYMy guest, Steve White, is here to discuss seeing the Grateful Dead at Lake Placid, the Spud Hut, and much more.
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TFTL Ep15 The Circus Is In Town - 9/15/2021 & 7/2/1995 - Deer Creek Music Center
TFTL Ep15 The Circus Is In Town - 9/15/2021 & 7/2/1995 - Deer Creek Music CenterMy guest, Aaron Okerson, is here to discuss seeing Dead and Company at Ruoff Music Center on 9/15/2021, Hyryder, and much more. In th...
TFTL Ep14 Too Many Shows, Too Little Time - Cal State 1990 - Carson, CA
TFTL Ep02-04 Too Many Shows, Too Little Time - 5/5 & 5/6/1990 - Cal State, Carson, CAMy guest, Paul Kjellberg, is here to discuss his experience seeing the Grateful Dead at Cal State on 5/5 & 5/6/90, and much more.
TFTL Ep13 It's the Soundtrack to Your Life - 12/31/81 - The Oakland Auditorium
TFTL Ep13 It's the Soundtrack to Your Life - 12/31/81 - The Oakland AuditoriumMy guest, Jeff Kerper, is here to discuss his experience seeing the Grateful Dead at the Oakland Auditorium on 12/31/1981.And if you can'...
TFTL Ep12 Oh, That's Why They Have Balloons - 3/18/95 - The Spectrum Philadelphia, PA
TFTL Ep12 Oh, That's Why They Have BalloonsMy guest, Thomas Shortall, is here to discuss the Grateful Dead at the Philly Spectrum on 3/18/1995, Kurt Vonnegut, and much more.
TFTL Ep11 Jerry Had His Game Face On -5/8/77- Barton Hall, Ithaca, NY
TFTL Ep11 Jerry Had His Game Face OnMy guest, Gary Kerper, is here to discuss the Grateful Dead at Cornell University on 5/8/1977, and I take a dive into the internet conspiracy surrounding this show. Was Jerry part of the C...
TFTL Ep10 Feeling All This Love -7/8/95 - Soldier Field
TFTL Ep10 Feeling All This Love My guest, Eric Skjerseth, is the founder of Planetary Transport Company (www.planetarypartybus.com) and the nonprofit STAMP (Sustainable Touring for Artist...
TFTL Ep9 Untethered From Time - 6/7/91 - Deer Creek
Tales From the Lot Ep9 - Untethered From TimeI talk about my first Grateful Dead show, 6/7/91 at Deer Creek.
TFTL Ep8 The Best Grateful Dead Show I Have Been To - 3/21/94 - Richfield Coliseum
Tales From the Lot Ep8 - The Best Grateful Dead Show I Have Been To Michigan Brian is my guest to discuss the Grateful Dead at Richfield Coliseum on 3/21/94 and the Soldier Field '93 & '94 shows.
TFTL Ep7 The Genesis of the Face Melt - Deer Creek '90
Tales From the Lot Ep7 - The Genesis of the Face MeltGeoffrey V. Carter is my guest to discuss the Grateful Dead 7/18/1990 & 7/19/1990 at Deer Creek, Neal Cassady's legacy, and much more.
TFTL Ep6 I Was Forced to Like It By Mtv - 6/24/84 - Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Tales From the Lot Ep6 - I Was Forced to Like It By MtvGunnar Hanson is my guest to discuss the Grateful Dead at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) on 6/24/1984 in Saratoga Springs, NY.
TFTL Ep5 Maybe U2 Does That, But I Doubt It - 9/4/90 - Sandstone Amphitheater
Tales From the Lot Ep5 - Maybe U2 Does That, But I Doubt ItCameron Patrick is my guest to discuss his life-changing experience on the way to the Grateful Dead show on 7/4/1990 at Sandstone Amphitheater in Bonner Springs, KS.
TFTL Ep4 Doing Questionable Things in Questionable Places - 10.9.89 - Hampton Coliseum
Tales From the Lot Ep4 - Doing Questionable Things in Questionable PlacesKeith Eaton is my guest to discuss the Grateful Dead "Formerly the Warlocks" show on 10.9.89 at Hampton Coliseum.