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In light of the news of Rob Reiner, apparently being murdered in his home, I thought it'd be fun to re-visit that day both he and Martin Sheen dropped by the radio station. Rob was all business, for the most part...Martin, on the other hand, actually came back to the studio and wanted to hang out all morning. Here is that segment from 2004 when they were campaiging for Howard Dean.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe Williams, lead vocalist with the legendary band Toto, visited with Mark Manuel. What's the story behind him taking over as lead singer in the 80s? What's the story behind "Pamela?" Why aren't they in the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame? What was it like when his dad, John Williams, was writing the iconic theme song from "Star Wars?"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Rickey Medlocke has been with Lynyrd Skynyrd from its very inception, and yet was NOT inducted with the band into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. Rickey addresses that, plus you'll hear the story of how Rickey's grandfather, "Shorty," influenced a very popular Lynyrd Skynyrd song and wrote a hit for Blackfoot...forty years before the song's release!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drew Lynch auditioned for season 10 of America's Got Talent in 2015. After the live audition, Howie Mandel hit the golden buzzer to send him straight to the quarterfinals! Lynch also battles a stuttering problem, which came on at the age of 21. He addresses that and more in today's Bonus BlockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreigner is bringing their Farewell Tour to Vibrant Arena in Moline on March 3rd. Mark Manuel caught up with Michael Bluestein of Foreigner. He's been their keyboardist since 2008 and, in addtion to Foreigner has ALSO worked with Roger Hodgson (Supertramp) and Boz Scaggs. What's it like touring with a band like Foreigner? What's his favorite song to perform live? What's the latest on Mick Jones?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wild Rose Casino & Hotel will host the greatest rock band ever assembled for Broadway – Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band. This band of Rock Star musicians and lead singers from the original cast wowed audiences with electrified performances of the 5-time Tony Award nominated show for over seven years, and now you can enjoy them in a thrilling concert on New Year’s Eve at Wild Rose Casino & Hotel in Clinton! We caught up with one of the performers, Josephine Rose Roberts to talk about the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Dusty Slay’s NEW half-hour comedy special is featured in season 3 of THE STANDUPS - streaming NOW on NETFLIX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael McCarty and John Brassard, Jr., join Mark Manuel to talk about some of the "truly haunted" places in the Quad Cities. It's all in their book, "Eerie Quad Cities."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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"The Opening Act" stars Jimmy O. Yang, Cedric the Entertainer, Ken Jeong, Alex Moffat, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, and more. This is the ultimate look at comedians and what it sometimes takes to make it big.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Coverdale of Whitesnaked called in to tell Mark Manuel about some new releases, "Slide It In 35th Anniversary Remixed" and "The ROCK Album," part of a new trilogy called "Red, White, and Blues."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Lamm of Chicago called Mark Manuel to talk about his new song, "Everything Is Gonna Work Out Fine"...a song he did with Jim Peterick of the Ides of March. In addition to the new song, Mark asked about the band Chicago, the death of Terry Kath, and the "David Foster-ized" version of Chicago...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary drummers and brothers, Carmine and Vinny Appice, have released a video to commemorate the 10-year anniversary of the passing of Ronnie James DioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Peterick is the lead guitar and vocalist you hear in the Ides Of March classic, "Vehicle." He's also the guy behind "Eye Of The Tiger," a ton of songs from .38 Special, and a "heavy metal" song from Sammy Hagar...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Wills joined Foreigner for the "Head Games" album and was with them for 14 years. Before that, he played in a band with David Gilmour. And, you'll never guess who appears on the "4" album! HINT: You'll be "blinded" by this fact... In this episode of The Q106.5 Bonus BlockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The "Danimal" joined Mark Manuel to talk about football, the upcoming Super Bowl, the "Super Bowl Shuffle," and moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Mark Manuel talks with Robby Krieger of the Doors...who has an interesting Quad City connection...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're going back up to Ballard's Resort in Lake Of The Woods, Minnesota, for another walleye fishing trip, Aug 12th thru 16th. Here's more about the trip...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.