For The Record

Dave and Rick sit down with Radio Hall of Famer and legendary disc jockey and programmer Scott Shannon to trace the career of the man who helped revolutionize the airwaves. This episode features stories never told before from Scott’s decades in the trenches of radio, as he pulls back the curtain on the true reality of the business. From the sheer hustle required to climb the ranks in the early days to the high-stakes pressure of reinventing entire formats, Scott shares what it really took to win. Scott also opens up about his early “baby DJ” days and the legendary influences that helped him craft his one-of-a-kind style. The conversation dives into the creation of the Morning Zoo concept and the massive gamble of launching Z-100 in New York City, taking it from “Worst to First” in just 74 days while broadcasting from a basement in the New Jersey swamps.

In this episode of For the Record, Rick and Dave explain the mission behind the podcast before diving into brand-new, fan-requested footage featuring The Doobie Brothers legends Tom Johnston and Pat Simmons. Join us for an exclusive look at the stories behind the legends, how the name “Doobie Brothers” was born, and the real journey behind one of rock’s most enduring bands. Enjoy even more in-depth interviews with The Doobies. For Tour Dates: https://thedoobiebrothers.com/pages/tour

Rick and Dave talk to the Doobie Brothers Pat Simmons and Tom Johnston about the backstories of “Listen to the Music” and “Black Water.” The two legends share what it was like working closely with Warner Bros Records during the years they broke big, how they handled fame, and details on their upcoming summer tour across America with Santana. For Tour Dates: https://thedoobiebrothers.com/pages/tour

The "For the Record” podcast brings together two legends of the music industry, renowned radio programmer and record executive Dave “Your Duke” Sholin and veteran record executive Rick Bisceglia. On episode one, legendary songwriter Diane Warren joins "For the Record" to talk about the genius behind some of the most iconic songs in music history. With hits recorded by artists like Aerosmith, Celine Dion and Cher to just name a few. Warren reflects on the moments that shaped her career, the persistence required to succeed in the music business, and why great songs still come from emotion, not algorithms. She also shares why she refuses to use AI in her songwriting, the story behind her deeply personal song “Dear Me,” and what keeps her motivated after decades of success and 17 Academy Award nominations. Listen now for an inside look at creativity, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of a great song.