My Boomer Buddies Podcast: S2 E39: Brushes With Fame 2, With Music Historian, Ron "Tunes" Tunby !

Send us Fan Mail Brushes With Fame 2 Summary In this episode of My Boomer Buddies podcast, Rick Reed and Ron Tunby, also known as Toons, delve into the world of music and personal encounters with famous musicians. Ron shares his journey from working in a record store to meeting iconic artists, recounting memorable brushes with fame and the impact these experiences had on him. The conversation flows through various anecdotes, highlighting the human side of celebrities and the joy of music in their lives. They reflect on the significance of these encounters and the stories behind them, creating a nostalgic atmosphere for listeners. Takeaways Ron always wanted to be in the record business. Working in a record store led to meeting many famous musicians. Respecting the privacy of celebrities is important during encounters. Ron had a memorable dinner with James Walsh before his last show. Meeting Judy Collins left a lasting impression on Ron. Ron recalls a unique experience of hearing Todd Rundgren's soundcheck. David Lee Roth was surprisingly down-to-earth during their encounter. Ron collected cigarette butts as souvenirs from David Lee Roth. Badfinger's Joey Mullen was friendly and engaging during their meeting. The joy of music and celebrity encounters creates lasting memories. Titles Brushes with Fame: Music Legends Memorable Encounters in the Music Industry Sound bites "I met some great people." "I thought that was so cool." "They were like the Beatles." Chapters 00:00 Introduction of Ron “Tunes” Tunby who will share some of his Brushes with Fame 01:42 Memorable Encounters in the Music Industry 03:41 Famous Musicians and Their Impact 08:17 Concert Experiences and Fan Interactions 10:39 Reflections on Meeting Icons 12:34 Personal Stories and Connections 16:32 The Legacy of Badfinger and Other Bands 22:15 Closing Thoughts and Future Conversations Contact us at [email protected] with thoughts, comments and Boomer content you may want us to touch on. Also find us on YouTube.