1996: Ride the Train, No Diggity

What this episode covers

<p>In this episode of 'Past Tens,' hosts Dave and Milt take a heartfelt journey back to October 1996, expressing gratitude to listeners and paying tribute to a beloved fan, Tom Carey. The episode blends nostalgia with significant events such as the Dow Jones hitting a record high and the Yankees vs. Braves World Series. Then the duo tackles the elusive question of whether it’s better to bathe in chocolate milk, cheese wiz or tapioca pudding. They delve into music from 1996, covering hits like Toni Braxton's 'You're Makin' Me High,' Quad City DJ's 'Come On and Ride It (The Train),' and Blackstreet’s 'No Diggity.' The hosts reflect on pop culture, discussing movies, TV shows, and the impactful 'Macarena' phenomenon. With a mix of humor, personal stories, and musical insights, they conclude by rating songs from the week and inviting listener engagement.<br></p><p>Topics</p><p>01:12 Listener Appreciation and Milestones</p><p>02:09 A Heartfelt Tribute to Tom Carrey</p><p>07:11 Back to the Time Machine: October 1996</p><p>16:28 Top 10 Songs of October 1996</p><p>40:42 Alexa and Eric Clapton's 'Change the World'</p><p>41:25 Eric Clapton's Last Top 10 Hit</p><p>41:52 The Production and Lyrics of 'Change the World'</p><p>43:20 The Phenomenon Soundtrack and Lyrics Debate</p><p>44:09 Winona Judd's Version of 'Change the World'</p><p>45:31 Captain EO and Disney Memories</p><p>48:41 Keith Sweat's Career and 'Twisted'</p><p>53:11 No Mercy's 'Where Do You Go' and Similarities to 'What is Love'</p><p>58:37 Blackstreet's 'No Diggity' and Its Cultural Impact</p><p>01:10:27 Trivia Time: Songs with 'No' in the Title</p><p>01:17:51 Technical Difficulties and AI Music</p><p>01:18:23 Nostalgia and Inside Jokes</p><p>01:19:36 Celine Dion and Meatloaf Connection</p><p>01:25:27 Ariana Grande's Impressions</p><p>01:28:32 Shame Songs and Donna Lewis</p><p>01:32:30 Macarena Mania</p><p>01:42:30 Recap and Reflections</p><p>01:46:17 Substitution and Garbage</p><p>01:52:38 Rating the Week</p><p>01:56:49 Closing Remarks and Farewell</p>