198.4 KFLX Fiction Radio

"Music is all that matters. One hour on stage makes up for the other 23."This week we're just around the corner from the "Light of Day" - this 1987 sleeper showcases Michael J Fox's dramatic chops opposite the blistering vocals of Joan Jett as an aspiring rock star willing to go all the way in the name of fame. We also get into Bruce Springsteen's involvement in the film and soundtrack.

Let's take a trip out West! Er, East? North? This one's about a country singer from Glasgow.We're talking Wild Rose (2018) this week. This film is all about a young Scottish woman named Rose's desire to make it big in country music, so we're breaking down the songs she sings along the way and doing a deep dive into all the women who've gone before her to set the stage. Plus we get to the bottom of why Mary Steenburgen was always playing the accordian in "Last Man on Earth."Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

You don't know Dolphin Tale 1 and 2?!?This week we explore the depths of hair metal horror with the "Trick or Treat" from 1986. This classic from the Satanic Panic era has everything: A slasher villain with a set of pipes, Gene Simmons putting on his acting boots, and lots of weaponized electricity. We also help Shawn's friend Lard Humungus get to the bottom of his demon problem. And yep, this one has a quiz.Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

You don't want no part of this!This week is all about the biopic to end all biopics, 2007's Walk Hard. Shawn and Dustin step into the world of Dewey Cox and explore the many songwriters who made this film not just another parody, but an absolute tour de force of hilarious musical genius. We also go over some lesser known John C. Reilly vocal appearances and, of course, talk about our favorite tunes from the film. Plus a quiz involving Bob Dylan and his many portrayers.Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

He was only tryin' to take his boy fishin’, okay?Boy oh boy do we have a special episode for ya! From the Powerline hits that never go out of style to a surprising revelation about the Goof Troop theme song, we’re gettin’ Goofy with it this week, a-hyuck! In a KFLX first, we are joined by our first ever in-studio guest: none other than the star of this film - the Goofster himself!We dive into connections to The Newsies, the insane decision that almost changed Goofy’s voice forever, and more!This week’s episode features the outstanding voice talent of Brock Baker!Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

All of the Loaf with none of the Meat!We're taking on the 1984 dystopian fantasy "Streets of Fire," featuring a string of bangers from 80s songwriting powerhouses, a killer score that wasn't even written for this film, and so much more. Also featuring music from this film's unofficial sequel and a performance by Mr. Meatloaf himself. Plus Dustin figures out where we've heard that sound effect before.Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

What age are you in carpet years?This may be the most unique movie we have watched for KFLX thus far. But it could also be one of the funniest as well. The music is just as chaotic as the characters recording them and we simply could not get enough of it. Strap on your papier-mâché cartoon heads, pull the theremin out of the closet and let's all figure out where that lady in the blue coat was going and what exactly she has in that bag.Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

Will we be friends forever?You bet! *Freeze frame high five*Who knew Saved By The Bell had so mch fictional music to talk about? Not us! Sure we knew Hot Sundae & Zack Attack, but wow. Was that a Michael Bolton song? What happened to Kelly and Jessie? Where did Tori come from? Take a walk down the halls of Bayside High, stroll into the KYTT FM studio and fire up the school song like it's 1992. With special guest Adam Hoelscher!Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

Two movies for the price of one!Our first double feature is a doozy! Tender Mercies and Crazy Heart both tell the story of aging country singer/songwriters fallen on hard times. Both have incredible star power from Robert DuVall, Tess Harper, Horton Foote, Jeff Bridges, Maggie Gyllenhaal & T-Bone Burnett. Both were award show darlings. And both have top notch country tunes! So roll down the windows and enjoy the sunset as we walk ya through all the ins and outs of Mac Sledge and Otis "Bad" Blake. Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.

Ready to get folked up?!This week we're going behind the scenes of the mockumentary masterpiece that is "A Mighty Wind" and diving into the origins and inspiration behind The New Main Street Singers, Mitch & Mickey, and The Folksmen.Visit https://fictionradiopod.com for more episodes and links to all our feeds and socials.Contact us at FictionRadioPod@gmail.com with your comments or suggestions for future episodes.