The perennial holiday favorite is BACK! Yes, due to popular demand and countless requests from the public, we're revisiting our traditional Christmas favorite episode. You'll thrill to the lessons learned longed away as two men are trapped in a sea of last minute holiday shopping. It's an episode that reaches deep within us all during this magical time of year and says, "I've had about enough of this holiday crap, ya know? YA KNOW?" We'll cover topics like learning to curse politely, foreign-spe...
Dec 23, 2014•54 min
You all remember our interview with Lynyrd Skynyrd tour manager--and crash survivor--Ron Eckerman. You probably also know that Ron lost his battle with acute myeloid leukemia this past May. Before his death, he met and fell in love with Carolyn Day, who has chronicled the inspirational story of Ron's last days with her new book, The Last Tour. Although Ron was given very little time to live, and almost died on several occasions, this book is not depressing. It's full of laughter, hope, and a lov...
Dec 04, 2014•1 hr 26 min
Dealey Plaza was the site of a watershed moment in American history. As such, and because it's within driving distance of The Tom Gulley Show headquarters, we headed to downtown Dallas to walk around the plaza and visit The Sixth Floor Museum, which is in the old Texas Schoolbook Depository. We took along walking JFK encyclopedia, veteran broadcaster, and former member of the Dallas police crime investigation unit, Dave Michaels. We take the route JFK took downtown, visit the grassy knoll, almos...
Nov 22, 2014•1 hr 8 min
James McEachin is a guest we're honored to have for Veteran's Day. Because even though this acclaimed actor has appeared in over 150 television programs & motion pictures alongside Clint Eastwood, John Wayne, Bette Davis, and Henry Fonda--he lists his military service as his proudest achievement. And his story of service is truly unique. Severely wounded in Korea, he'll tell the story of receiving a Purple Heart and Silver Star some fifty years later. And, he'll tell how that story influence...
Nov 11, 2014•1 hr 7 min
Betty Page, in just a few years of modeling in the 1950's, created a look that would span decades. And then, just as suddenly, she completely disappeared into seclusion in 1959. Then in 1987, Greg Theakston brought Betty back into the cultural spotlight with his publication, The Betty Pages. Each issue revisited Betty's past modeling, and the era that she thrived in. Soon, her trademark bangs could be seen everywhere. Greg joins us to talk about Betty's life, her reasons for going into total sec...
Nov 11, 2014•1 hr 36 min
Out at the South Side Patio in Arlington, Texas, some folks got together to throw a benefit for a great lady named Tammy. Just some of the folks there--who you'll hear on this podcast--were emcee James Mills, along with Brett Watts, Jay Johnson, and Tommy Alverson. Along with a lineup of other great artists and fun people who came to contribute. Listen in for some of the sounds of that great day at Tam Jam--where the goal of raising $15,000 was shattered! A whopping $27,500 was donated to help o...
Nov 07, 2014•52 min
Paul Kyriazi has talent that just never stops. Not only is he the purveyor of The James Bond Lifestyle, he's back to answer Tom's questions about his career as an action film director of movies like Death Machines and Omega Cop. Then, Paul will talk about his transition from director of motion pictures to author and producer of incredible audio books. Adam West? Jessica Walters? Troy Donahue? Pat Morita? Robert Culp? Don Stroud? Stuart Whitman? Paul will talk about working with all of them, and ...
Nov 04, 2014•1 hr 20 min
It's Halloween. Which means you're pretty much obligated to pass out delicious treats. And that's why you HAVE to share this podcast with a friend. Because you're not going to find a sound sweeter than singer/songwriter Jennie DeVoe. During this mega podcast, you'll hear about Jennie's songwriting process, her status as an accidental comedian, her musical influences, her thoughts on the record industry, how she and Tom met years ago--and even some vampire talk for Halloween types. Plus, you'll h...
Oct 31, 2014•1 hr 34 min
Patrick K. O'Donnell's new masterwork, First SEALs: The Untold Story Of The Forging Of America's Most Elite Unit, tells a tale so amazing you might not believe it actually happened. Because, at every stage of his new book, Mr. O'Donnell keeps topping the "OMFG!" moments of true history with yet another mindbending event in the formation of the Maritime Unit--the fledgling WWII group that pioneered the special forces concept. The book features an adventure-addicted dentist, Hollywood idol Sterlin...
Oct 28, 2014•1 hr 13 min
Two years ago, we got to hang out with Jeff Hopson in the lavish Tom Gulley Show studios. And we covered just about everything. Including his discussion of starting his new CD project--Heretic--which has recently been completed. As well as getting to enjoy two LIVE cuts of tracks on Heretic (an INCREDIBLE collection of songs--buy it at CD Baby) we covered left handed guitars, Johnny Cash, early Aaron Tippin, the worst song Jeff's ever written, things named Lucille, and lots of Sling Blade. Don't...
Oct 25, 2014•1 hr 16 min
Back in October of 2012, Ronny Spears put on a big benefit for his Aunt Sue up at The Cowboy Club in Van Alstyne, Texas. And a star-studded lineup of Texas music stars came out to pitch in. It was an incredible night--filled with great friends, great music, and great times. More than anything, it was family. Because that's what the Texas music community is. And, the family lost one of its favorite brothers this week. So sit back, listen to some people swap some stories and play some great music....
Oct 22, 2014•1 hr 22 min
The Texas music world took a pretty big hit to its heartstrings today. Ronny Spears--a Texas musician who defined the hardcore honkytonk ideal and passed it along to so many others while making friends along the way--sadly, has passed away. Ronny was a constant. Like the sun in the sky. Always around. You could take comfort in the act Ronny was playing somewhere near you. The White Elephant. Love & War. Hank's. You name the place. And like the sun, Ronny shined brightly. In his collaboration...
Oct 20, 2014•43 min
The ebola virus has reached the shores of the United States. And it's created a nationwide frenzy of fear. So much is unknown about this disease in the USA. How it got here. How it was transferred. And, what we can expect in the future. In yet another in a string of unprecedented media coups, The Tom Gulley Show lands the interview everyone's been dying to get. We interview The Ebola Virus itself. Learn how the disease got here, how it's spread, and what it does in its spare time.
Oct 19, 2014•16 min
Our LA trip podcast series comes to a sad conclusion as we head home on the train to Dallas. But, along the way, we met a ton of interesting people. And you'll meet two of them on this episode. First, you'll meet Serge--a guy at a crossroads. He's gotten rid of his possessions and got a one way ticket to Mineola, Texas. Why and what happens next will probably shock you. Then, you'll meet cribbage master Robert. He's so serious about the game, he invented his own version. And, he's packing the bo...
Oct 06, 2014•1 hr 19 min
How do you know when you really rate? When you can have nachos with Chris Gore & Yoshi Obayashi--AND get an interview while they give you a ride to Union Station. We'll cover what Chris is up to thee days--including his vehicle of choice--and discuss past girls I met for one night. How do you know you DOUBLE rate? When you run into a truly amazing guy named Tony while on the train ride back to Dallas. And he starts spinning an incredible story out of nowhere. We won't spill the beans here. H...
Oct 05, 2014•45 min
Yes, the LA trip starts getting all glitzy and entertainment-ish! We hate to drop names, but this episode contains highlights of Tom's exciting appearance on BroadScasting with Lori Downey, Jr., and Linette Miller! Which you can hear LIVE each Saturday on OutlawRadioUSA.com (or any of their many apps) at 1pm Pacific and 4pm Eastern. During our chat, we'll talk bizarre bathroom incidents, Kip Addotta, staying with Linette, talking with dead people, Tom naturally manages to talk about the scurrilo...
Oct 04, 2014•1 hr 1 min
Our big Los Angeles trip is just too big to be doled out in one gigantic podcast. We went from LAX to beautiful Westlake Village. We enjoyed food trucks on Wilshire. PLUS--we got to see the inner workings of BroadScasting with Lori Downey, Jr.--and her gal pal Linette Miller. Plus, an unexpected invite to sit in with the Demons Of Decadence on Outlaw Radio with Magic Matt Alan. All coming in a future podcast. In this episode, you'll hear a babbling stranger on a bus, plenty of Linette Miller, an...
Oct 03, 2014•44 min
Well, there's been a lot more back and forth about The Kirby Museum issue. After the "museum" issued a press release and TWO subsequent conflicting accounts--Greg Theakston is back to comment on the John "Sticky Fingers" Morrow blog posting and the letter from Kirby Estate lawyer Paul Levine. Plus, we'll talk about Jack Kirby. His love for chocolate. His relationship with Stan Lee. Plus, sad trolly fanboys--and much more.
Sep 24, 2014•1 hr 35 min
Paul Levine has been representing Jack Kirby, The Rosalind Kirby Trust, or Lisa Kirby in some form or fashion since 1981. Yet in all that time, he has never taken any legal action on behalf of his clients for the return of, or ownership of, property in the possession of Greg Theakston. And certainly not items Greg Theakston insists were gifted to him some time in the 80's. Hear as we go over some facts, then read the statement from Paul Levine, attorney for The Rosalind Kirby Trust and Lisa Kirb...
Sep 21, 2014•39 min
Greg Theakston--Jack Kirby collaborator with SEVEN lithographs in the permanent collection of the Museum Of Modern Art--STILL hasn't had his belongings returned by The Jack Kirby Museum. We'll look at John Morrow, Kirby Museum trustee--and a guy who had a lot of financial reasons to insert himself into a controversy of his own creation. For starters, we'll look at the fact that a month ago, the "Museum" stated the items were Greg's property. Now, suddenly and for the first time ever in the publi...
Sep 17, 2014•1 hr 1 min
The Ray Rice domestic abuse controversy has incited a debate over relationship violence across the United States. We've heard from Rice, his then-fiance/now-wife, Commissioner Roger Goodell, and even TMZ. Now it's time to hear the one eyewitness account yet to be heard. Yes, we're interviewing the elevator at the Revel Casino that saw everything--in our no-holds barred tell-all interview. Don't miss it.
Sep 14, 2014•13 min
The listeners of The Tom Gulley Show are a unique group of people. And never has it been so apparent as this episode. Our listeners give us their personal accounts of their experiences on September 11, 2014. We shall never forget.
Sep 12, 2014•50 min
In this exciting two-part episode, Tom talks Japanese rockabilly, psychobilly death metal, skateboarding, and Texas football with singer/songwriter Saille Branch. Then, Tom goes on a rant about the ongoing controversy around The Jack Kirby "Museum & Research Center"--which is really more like the Jack Kirby Traveling Souvenir Shoppe. And Greg Theakston still hasn't been returned the rare artwork he loaned them. Shameful.
Sep 10, 2014•1 hr 33 min
Greg Theakston isn't just a run-of-the-mill Jack Kirby expert. Which is why it's so strange he's thinking of reporting The Jack Kirby Museum for stealing his property. The noted illustrator, editor, publisher, and writer KNEW Jack Kirby. WELL. As Kirby's apprentice, peer, co-worker, and biographer. As you'll hear, Kirby and his wife wanted Greg to think of them like parents. Now Greg is embroiled in a controversy--after loaning thousands and thousands of one of a kind Kirby artifacts to the muse...
Aug 15, 2014•1 hr 11 min
Yes, it's the show they said would never happen. It's The Best Of The Tom Gulley Show Volume II. Sure, our detractors claimed there wasn't enough for a FIRST volume of our best. HA! Well, we showed 'em! We've got Chris Gore--founder of Film Threat Magazine, comedian, producer, writer, and inventor of the pocket beer. And we've followed it up with a healthy helping of Ed Robertson from TV Confidential. He'll talk with us about The Andy Griffith Show, Maverick (get Ed's book, Maverick: Legend Of T...
May 19, 2014•1 hr 9 min
Today, Donald Sterling was banned from the NBA for life, and fined $2.5 million. And in a rare coup that bested all the networks, The Tom Gulley Show has sequestered an interview with none other than Mr. Sterling himself. During this blockbuster interview, Tom will speak with the celebrated racist about his girlfriend, past racist remarks, heckling his own team, and Hispanic tenants in the apartment buildings he owns. It's a riveting interview with the NBA's most hated man. Share it with friends...
Apr 30, 2014•14 min
Tom unveils his love of the best TV show ever--Due South. RCW139 will happen in Toronto, Canada from August 15-17 as fans of the amazing show gather for the 20th anniversary. Stephane Racle of RCW139 joins us as we discuss the show's creator, writer/producer/director Paul Haggis (Million Dollar Baby, Crash), a deaf wolf, the two Rays, Leslie Nielsen, and so very much more. Listen as Tom gushes about Due South and incorrectly recalls events from the show in his hazy, fevered memory of the program...
Apr 27, 2014•1 hr 28 min
Waaaaaay back in 2012, there was a little election for President of the United States. And, on the night of the first debate we had a guest of great accomplishment. Foreign-policy sage and "inventor" of the Iowa Caucus strategy--Senator Gary Hart. Now, we're presenting it "throwback" style. The big news? Senator Hart is also a novelist. We talk about his novel, Durango--and explore the current climate of political discourse, his relationship with Hunter S. Thompson, sports, the changing role of ...
Apr 19, 2014•29 min
April Fool's Day is perhaps the prankiest day of the year. But why? And how? And other questions? In a Special Report from The Tom Gulley Show Global Eyewitness News Team, we talk with April Fool's Day expert Dr. Julian Engstrom from the University of Nova Scotia. Tom talks the origins of the holiday, worst pranks, most favorite pranks and more with the good doctor. Stay tuned for a special episode--and listen for the end of the show where we talk with Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, and Judge C...
Apr 06, 2014•13 min
Just in time for the Ides of March, we've managed to sequester another amazing A-list guest, Julius Caesar. Most noted as a great Roman leader, we'll talk to him about his assassination, Cleopatra, Mark Antony, his accomplishments, his strategy of leadership, and so very much more. And even "et tu, Brute" will enjoy this candid, rambling, and no-holds-barred interview. Say "bonjourno!" to entertainment on this edition of The Tom Gulley Show, with Julius Caesar.
Mar 19, 2014•17 min
