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The Leisure Class with Jack Sonni
by Newsweek
Writer & musician, Jack Sonni, known worldwide as “the Other Guitar Player in Dire Straits,” gathers an eclectic group of musicians, writers, artists, chefs, cocktail masters and wine geeks to share their work, passions and unique perspectives on a wide range of topics. This your invitation to join “The Leisure Class” for a weekly free-wheeling salon.
Episodes
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Jack Sonni and Dire Straits Part 2
Jack Sonni is back with part 2 of his epic tale of rockstar fame in a storytelling experience that you don't want to miss! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Jack Sonni and Dire Straits Part 1
After giving up on his dreams to become a rockstar, Jack Sonni went from working in a guitar store to going on tour and recording with Dire Straits at their peak in 1985. Sometimes you have to let go to get what you want. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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Hunter S. Thompson and the Birth of Gonzo Journalism
Jack’s guest is Peter Richardson – author of the newly released, “Savage Journey – Hunter S. Thompson and the Weird Road to GONZO” which focuses on the development of Thompson’s writing style and the reasons for his vaunted position as one of the great American writers. See Privacy Policy at...
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Experiencing the Magic of Craft Cocktails at Home
Host Jack Sonni & Leisure Class cocktail wizard, Brad Johnson discuss the art of cocktail making, pre-made mixers and their approach to home cocktails. They are joined by Shaker & Spoon founders, Anna Gorovoy & Mike Milyavsky to learn how their subscription box service came about and their goal…
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The Professorial & Literary Reprobates Social Club
Jack gathers four of Oxford Mississippi's leading crime fiction writers to chat about influences, inspirations, books that need to be made into movies, challenges of Social Media and that one “must read” writer. Best Sellers, Award winners and good friends all - Ace Atkins, Tom Franklin, William...
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Update #2 From Jack on the Road in Brazil!
Jack checking in beachside somewhere in south America. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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An Update From Jack Sonni - On Tour in Brazil
Jack Sonni gives us an update on his travelings with the Dire Straits Legacy Tour in Brazil. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Guitars, Cadillacs, Hillbilly Music and Stolen Bodies
Jack chats with good friend, guitarist/producer, Pete Anderson –who in partnership with Dwight Yoakam, sold millions of records, stacked up hit after hit and propelled Country Music into the mainstream of popular music. Pete tells how a punk DIY ethos took him on his very real rags to riches...
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The Gift of Time in Mississippi State Prison
Jack is invited to talk with a group of inmates at the notorious Mississippi State Penitentiary, also known as Parchman Farm. An experience that leads to deep reflections about family, and life's twisted paths. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Reeling With the Great Elliott Randall From Steely Dan
Elliott Randall stops by the Leisure Class to share his stories and unique perspective as one of the most prolific rock and roll guitarists of all time, and one of the most respected studio musicans in the industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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Capturing Lightning in a Bottle: Recording rock n roll at home w/Tom Guerra
There's magic to rock n' roll when played live and when a band records together. My Friend, guitarist/singer/songwriter, Tom Guerra joins the leisure class to share the challenges of capturing that magic on his latest solo release, "Sentimental Junk", which was recorded during the pandemic .…
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Sharing is Caring: Social Media Hacks for the Home Musician
All likes and no shares makes Jack one mad dad! Thankfully, there's a few old fashioned tricks that can help creative people everywhere get beyond Zuckerberg's algorithms, and into the hearts and minds of their audience. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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Life's Crooked Path & the Art of Wearing Hats
Our journey through Life is anything but straight. But it’s the twists and turns that make and shape us and we end up wearing many hats along the way. Hatmaker Enrico Busto joins us in this episode and tells the story of how his journey began in Venice, Italy and lead him to Venice Beach,...
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What Are Kindred Spirits?
Jack Sonni welcomes Keith Nelson, former lead guitarist and founding member of the hard rock group Buckcherry. A kindred spirit connected by a passion for rock n roll and growing up in Western Pennsylvania. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...
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A Bag of Grins with Jordan Celso
Jordan Celso swings by the Leisure Class to share his story of growing cannabis in the Emerald Triangle of California over the past several decades. Then our in house libation legend, Brad Johnson checks in to share his Tequila sunrise with the crew. Welcome to the Leisure Class Y'all! See…
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Life Moves in Mysterious Ways with Sara Goudarzi
Jack shares a story about how a well-crafted kitchen knife changed the trajectory if his career from a rock star to a writer living on Martha's Vineyard. Sara Goudarzi, author of “The Almond in the Apricot” stops by to talk about everything from grief to her creative process. Then our in-house...
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The Portal of Time-Space Continuum with Harvey Brooks
Jack takes us back with a story about falling in love with music on vinyl records again later in life. Then, legendary bass player Harvey Brooks stops by to share his countless stories of playing with greats like Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, and Miles Davis. Then Jack Sonni and Brad Johnson Shake it…
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Tomorrow Never Knows with Ace Atkins
Jack Sonni brings it home with a heartfelt story about letting go of the high pressure corporate lifestyle and the choices we make in the pursuit of happiness. Best selling author Ace Atkins stops by to talk about his life and how he became one of America's favorite crime novelists. Then we Shake...
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Influences & Inspirations with Guitarist Eddie Martinez
Legendary studio musician and guitarist Eddie Martinez swings by to talk with Jack about the influences and inspirations that led him to one of the most extensive recording careers in the industry. Then it's time to Shake it Up with our in house booze expert Bradley Johnson, who tells us how to...
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Why Mississippi? With Curtis Wilkie & Friends
Jack Sonni welcomes you to the Leisure Class in his debut episode at Newsweek! We talk with famed journalist/author/historian Curtis Wilkie about what made him return to the state of Mississippi after swearing that he would never go back. Then we talk with James Beard Award-winning chef, Vish...
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Coming Feb, 10th 2022
Show Trailer - The Leisure Class with Jack Sonni premieres with our first full episode February 10th, 2022 on Apple, Spotify and Newsweek.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Writer & musician, Jack Sonni, known worldwide as “the Other Guitar Player in Dire Straits,” gathers an eclectic group of musicians, writers, artists, chefs, cocktail masters and wine geeks to share their work, passions and unique perspectives on a wide range of topics.
This your invitation to join “The Leisure Class” for a weekly free-wheeling salon.
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Writer & musician, Jack Sonni, known worldwide as “the Other Guitar Player in Dire Straits,” gathers an eclectic group of musicians, writers, artists, chefs, cocktail masters and wine geeks to share their work, passions and unique perspectives on a wide range of topics. This your invitation to join...
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