Ep. 417 Today's Peep Offers Up A Heapin' Helpin' of Hump Day Leftovers: Reagan Irish Jokes, The Muppets Rendition of "Danny Boy", Voice Over Master Ernie Anderson, Waking Up Democrat and A Record from 1960

A Wednesday can feel like a wall or a launchpad, and we choose launchpad. I wake up, check the podcast analytics, and realize we’re on the verge of a personal record for downloads. That little moment turns into something bigger: a reminder that Pat’s Peeps is a one-person operation powered by listeners, local businesses, and the simple act of sharing the show with a friend. From there, we roll into St. Patrick’s Day leftovers the good kind. I play a pair of Ronald Reagan bits that capture Irish wit at its sharpest, from a spy story built on the name “Murphy” to a graveyard inscription that turns surprisingly funny. Then we shift into listener-submitted audio and I tell you exactly how to send yours in, because the best episodes are the ones we build together. The back half is pure audio candy for radio lovers and music collectors: a Jim Breuer satire clip, a hit of Love Boat nostalgia with the legendary voice of Ernie Anderson, and a feel-good “Danny Boy” moment. After that, I pull a vintage 45 from my shelves and nerd out on the details before digging into rock and roll history with Elvis Presley’s “Don’t Be Cruel,” Otis Blackwell’s songwriting, early music publishing deals, and a standout cover by Bill Black’s Combo, plus the B-side “Roland” for a little discovery. If you like classic radio, vintage records, Elvis history, and listener-driven podcasts, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share Pat’s Peeps with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What clip or record should we feature next?