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HODGEPOD is a podcast looking back at history in music, sports, film, TV, crime, historical events with a current twist. In other words a little then and now. Each episode will deliver something new.
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- 1 weeks ago1h 14m
Reggie, Pepper & the Liberty Bowl: Inside the Memphis Showboats- EPISODE 174
Historian and Author Keith B. Wood joins Rob Fredette to discuss his new book " The Memphis Showboats, The USFL Team and the City's Fight for Major League Status", exploring the USFL team's impact on the city, memorable players and coaches, and Memphis's long-running bid for major-league football. They cover the research and interviews behind the book, the Liberty Bowl crowds, the USFL vs. NFL conflict, and the lasting nostalgia and legacy of the Showboats in Memphis sports history.
- 2 weeks ago1h 4m
Inside The Perfection Saga with Author and Rock and Roll talk with Beth Pellino Dudzik- EPISODE 173
Rob Fredette interviews author Beth Pellino Dudzik about her multi-book Perfection Saga, the journey from a 25-year idea to a self-published series, and the realities of indie publishing. They discuss Beth’s integration of original songs and AI-generated music videos for the fictional rock band Perfection, her rock ’n’ roll influences, concert memories, and plans for future books and music. Rob and Beth also discussed Rock and Roll while doing rapid fire on 10 groups.
- 3 weeks ago57 min
From Combat Cockpits to Co-Authors: The Story Behind " Night of The Bear" - EPISODE 172
Hosts Rob Fredette interviews co-authors Alan Cockrell and Richard Hess about their military careers, the writing process behind their novel" Night of the Bear" , and the real-world aviation and geopolitical experiences that inspired their realistic Cold War–style thriller. They discuss combat flying, ferrying jets worldwide, co-author collaboration, character development, and upcoming projects including the sequel "Red Tide "and personal memoirs.
- Aug 21, 202651 min
Mindset in Motion: From Top 1% Realtor to Marathon TEDx Moment with Debbie DiMaggio- EPISODE 171
Host Rob Fredette interviews Debbie DiMaggio — Amazon bestselling author, TEDx speaker, top 1% real estate professional and creator of the "Mindset in Motion" method. They discuss her five-step approach to achieving goals, the marathon that inspired her book and TEDx talk, and practical mindset strategies for business, real estate, and personal growth. The episode also covers market insights for buyers and sellers, lessons learned from failure and pivoting, Debbie’s charity project "Debbie Runs the World," and actionable tips to activate purpose, build resilience, and turn goals into momentum.
- Aug 9, 20261h 3m
Strings, Stories & Survival: Yale Strom on the Violin That Witnessed History- EPISODE 170
Episode 170 of HODGEPOD: Rob Fredette talks with violinist, composer and filmmaker Yale Strom about his musical life—from childhood lessons and orchestra days to klezmer, rock crossover and global influences. Strom discusses his novel "The Autobiography of the Offenbacher", the violin’s role in preserving culture and memory (including stories tied to the Holocaust), his documentary work, encounters with figures like Steven Spielberg and Leonard Nimoy, and performs a short live piece.
- Aug 3, 202642 min
From Corporate to the Mic: Zach Randles-Friedman Host of 2 Podcasts joined HODGEPOD-EPISODE 169
Rob Fredette returns from hiatus to host Zach Randles Friedman a two‑podcast creator. They discuss Zach’s journey from pharmaceutical communications to podcasting full‑time, how he finds guests, and the day‑to‑day of producing five‑plus episodes weekly. Topics include near‑death experiences and mediums, remote viewing and missing‑person cases, AI’s role in creative work and research, and life in Boston — a wide‑ranging conversation about storytelling, belief, and the future of media.
- Jun 17, 20268 min
Remembering Eddie Andelman: Boston's Sports Talk Pioneer-EPISODE 168
Rob Fredette shares a personal tribute to Eddie Andelman, the pioneering host of Boston's beloved Sunday-night "Sports Huddle," remembering his influence on sports talk radio and his place in the city's sports history. He recalls working with Eddie at WHDH, memorable moments like picking up Kevin McHale at Logan and competing in a hot dog safari, and how Eddie's warmth, humor, and talent made the show must-listen radio for decades. Eddie Andelman was Sports Talk Radio before it came into our culture.
- Jun 14, 202649 min
Flags, Fighters, and Fastballs: A Canadian Veteran’s Extraordinary Life- EPISODE 167
Bruce Stock, a Canadian veteran, public affairs veteran, and novelist, joins Rob Frenette on HODGEPOD to discuss his career, his novel about a rare ambidextrous pitcher who transforms baseball, and memorable experiences—from serving at Rideau Hall and peacekeeping in Bosnia to briefing Dan Rather and writing a heartfelt letter from the Canadian flag to Old Glory.
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