Living In The 60’s

The Kennedy Assassination - 4 Days That Changed Our Lives

Why was JFK in Dallas on November 22nd,1963? Why was Jackie Kennedy with JFK on the visit to Dallas? Why did Bobby Kennedy tell JFK not to go to Dallas? What happened in the motorcade? These are a few of the questions that will be answered in this special episode of Living in the 60's. Fellow Cooper High School classmate, Steve Carlson, takes us on a journey of the 4 days that included and followed the assassination of John F. Kennedy. We all can remember where we were when we heard the news of the assassination, and we hope this episode will bring you back to those emotional times in 1963. If you have any comments or questions for us or Steve, please email us at livinginthe60s@myyahoo.com.

Memories from listeners Season 3

A runaway snowmobile and a homemade electric hot dog cooker are a few of the great memories our listeners share in this last episode of Season 3. We think you will get a few laughs listening to this one!

Bobby Vee's son Tommy Interview

Teen idol Bobby Vee's son Tommy provides stories of what life was like being the son of a teen idol and then playing in Bobby's band for many years. He shares many behind the music stories including one of a band member from Hibbing, Minnesota, who left the group and has had a pretty good music career of his own. We hope you enjoy this episode! If you like it, send us an email at livinginthe60s@myyahoo.com.

Part Time Jobs in the 60's

We all needed extra spending money so most of us had part time jobs and summer jobs to keep us in pizza money. Tom and Craig share some interesting jobs they had along with some of the jobs our listeners had back in the 60's. 

The Fabulous 50’s- Season 3

Tom & Craig jump back into the time machine to take a look at the Fabulous 50's. The music, TV shows, school life, and other fun memories. 

Slang of the 60’s - Season 3

We developed a second language in the 60's with terms that still exist today. Tom and Craig have fun going through the popular slang words we used back in the 60's. 

Holidays In The 60’s - Season 3

Holiday memories abound in this episode with Tom & Craig. Nothing says Christmas time like Lutefisk, Jello with miracle whip on top & graded carrots, and fine China on the table. We hope this episode brings back some good memories for you! 

Dangerous Things We Did Back in the 60’s - Season 3

Tom and Craig talk about some of things we did back in the 60's that would be considered dangerous by today's standards. Little did we know we were living on the edge back in the good old days!

Vacations in the 60’s - Season 3

Remember piling into the car for the family vacation? Like many of us, you stayed in motels, pitched a tent and camped your way across the country, drove a van cross country to the Grand Canyon or maybe you took the Shasta trailer on your memorable vacations. In this episode, Tom and Craig step back into the time machine to remember those great vacations we took back in the 60's!

Candies of the 60’s - Season 3

This is one of our "sweetest" episodes! Tom and Craig talk about all the great candies we had back in the 60's. By the time we are done, you may have a stomach ache.

Dangerous Toys We Played With In The 60’s - Season3

Remember those wonderful toys and play things we interacted with back in the 60's? Times have changed so Tom and Craig talk about how some of those toys were maybe not so safe. 

The Cost Of Things In The 60’s - Season 3

A lot has changed since the wonderful decade of the 60's include the cost of items we still buy today. In this episode, Tom & Craig will take a look back at what prices we paid for our favorite things. 

Mainstreet in America in the 60's

Join us for a walk down main street in the 60's as we remember the banks, the grocery stores, the gas stations, and other places that made up main street. We hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane. 

Mainstreet America in the 60's

Take a walk with Tom & Craig as they stroll down mainstreet America back in the 60's. Grocery stores, banks, and popular gas stations back then are some of the memories. We hope you enjoy this episode. 

Memories From Listeners - Season 2

In this last episode of Season 2 of Living In The 60's, our listeners suggested subjects to discuss such as our favorite episodes of Leave It To Beaver, memories of what summers were like when we were 10 years old, and other great memories. Join Tom and Craig as they take you on a fun trip down memory lane in this episode. 

Movies of the 60’s - Season 2

The 60's brought us many memorable movies such as West Side Story, How The West Was Won, To Kill A Mockingbird, Butch Cassidy and The Sundance Kid, and John Waynes Academy Award winning performance in True Grit. Tom and Craig review the memorable movies of the 60's in this podcast. Enjoy!

Pro Sports Comes to Minnesota - Season 2

The 60's brought the Twins, Vikings, Northstars, and the Minnesota Muskies to the state of Minnesota. Join Tom and Craig as they talk about those early years of pro sports coming to Minnesota. 

The Vietnam War - Season 2

Tom and Craig take a brief look at the Vietnam War which was prevelant during the 60's. We also discuss the draft and what numbers we got back in 1969.  We hope you enjoy this episode.  

Surfin Bird / The Trashmen - Season 2

On November 13, 1963, a local group, The Trashmen, were introduced to the nation with their big hit Surfin Bird. In this episode, Tony Andreason, one of the original members of the Trashmen shares the story of how the Trashmen got their name, how the song Surfin Bird was created, and what it was like to go from Garage Band to International stars. It is a great story and we hope you enjoy this episode of Living In The 60's!

One Hit Wonders 1969 - Season 2

The year 1969 had some interesting bands and songs that made the list of One Hit Wonders.  Tom and Craig have a good time reviewing some of these songs, so join us to see if you remember some of these One Hit Wonders. 

The British Invasion - Season 2

The music scene in the 60's was impacted with what was called The British Invasion thanks to groups like the Beatles, Rolling Stones, Hermans Hermits and others.  Tom and Craig remember some of the groups and their great songs. 

Inventions in the 60’s - Season 2

The 60's were a great time of inventions that are still with us to this day.  Tom and Craig review some of the more popular inventions that have made an impact on society thanks to those inventors in the 60's. 

Cars of the 60’s - Season 2

Do you have a great memory of the car you drove in the 60's? Tom and Craig take a look at some of the most popular cars and our listeners provide great stories in this episode. 

Fashions of the 60’s - Season 2

Have fun taking a look back at fashion trends that were popular back in the 60's. 

Tommy James Interview - Season 2

Listen to our interview with Tommy James about the stories behind his hits such as Hanky Panky, Mony Mony, Crimson & Clover, and many more. Tommy also talks with us about his book, Me, The Mob, and the Music and shares with us the plans for an upcoming movie. You can listen to Tommy on Gettin` Together with Tommy James on Sirius XM Sundays 5-8pm EST Channel 73 - 60's Gold. Tell us how you liked this episode at livinginthe60s@myyahoo.com.
 

Memories from Listeners in the 60’s

Tom and Craig share some favorite memories we have received from our listeners of living in the 60's. 

The Music of Our Generation

Do you have a favorite song that brings back good memories from the 60's? Tom and Craig will talk about the top songs from 1960 - 1969 and maybe your song will be on the list. 

James Donna with Castaways Interview

This week Tom and Craig interview one of the original members of the Castaways and co-writer of the 1965 #1 Hit, Liar Liar, James Donna. James has a brand-new book, LIAR LIAR: From Garage Band to Rockstars, The Story of Minnesota's Castaways in the 1960's and it can be ordered now through ItascaBooks.com. 

Favorite TV Sitcoms & Westerns of the 60’s Part 2

This is part 2 of Sitcoms & Westerns of the 60's so enjoy this look back with Tom & Craig. 

Favorite TV Sitcoms & Westerns of the 60’s Part 1

Do you have a favorite TV Comedy or Western Show from the 60's? Tom and Craig will talk about some of the most popular shows and Tom does some singing of the theme songs from some of the shows.