Beatles News Briefs

In this exclusive interview, legendary re-recording mixer Gary C. Bourgeois, who has done past work for The Beatles, Janis Joplin, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Mariah Carey, and many others, breaks down his brand‑new 2026 Dolby Atmos remix of the Beatles film A Hard Day’s Night, sharing behind‑the‑scenes stories, mixing choices, and the technical challenges of bringing a classic to immersive audio. You'll learn how Atmos reshapes the film soundtrack for modern theaters and home systems, Gary’s approach to preserving the original performances while expanding spatial depth, plus hear some anecdotes from his career working with major artists and film projects.

This interview pairs rare industry insight with practical audio techniques—perfect for anyone looking to understand how classic cinema is remixed for today’s immersive formats.  You won't want to miss this one. Like, subscribe, and leave a thumbs up to get more exclusive interviews and deep dives. Leave a comment on the show. 

It will be available on video and audio on YouTube and in audio at your favorite podcast providers. (Note: The song he talks working on for the movie "Five Corners" is The Beatles' song "In My Life.") 

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You can binge listen to all of our episodes free at Podbean, on YouTube or on our Beatles News Briefs blog page.

CONTACT INFO: You can contact us about the show at beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you with your thoughts and feedback on our shows. We hope you enjoy the shows and we thank you very much for listening. We really appreciate you!

NEW! We've created a really fab (we think so!) Beatles News Briefs playlist on Spotify to go with the show that you can contribute to.   Send your suggestions to beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com and we may use them to add to the playlist.

Beatles News Briefs host Steve Marinucci talks to Global Beatles Day founder Faith Cohen about the idea she had in 2009 to celebrate Global Beatles Day on June 25 (the date on which the Beatles' worldwide premiere and global broadcast of "All You Need Is Love" took place back in 1967), which has now been officially recognized by the Beatles and will be celebrated by them annually.

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You can binge listen to all of our episodes free at Podbean, on YouTube or on our Beatles News Briefs blog page.

CONTACT INFO: You can contact us about the show at beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you with your thoughts and feedback on our shows. We hope you enjoy the shows and we thank you very much for listening. We really appreciate you!

NEW! We've created a really fab (we think so!) Beatles News Briefs playlist on Spotify to go with the show that you can contribute to.   Send your suggestions to beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com and we may use them to add to the playlist.

This week’s episode takes a deep dive into The Beatles by Jim Marshall – Candlestick Park Live, the newly released book showcasing a remarkable collection of never‑before‑seen photos from The Beatles’ final ticketed concert at Candlestick Park in San Francisco on August 29, 1966. The book also includes a rich archive of images from the band’s 1965 Cow Palace performance, offering an intimate look at two historic moments in Beatles history.

We’re joined by Amanda Davis, former assistant to legendary rock photographer Jim Marshall, along with veteran music journalist Joel Selvin, who contributed an in‑depth essay exploring the cultural impact and behind‑the‑scenes story of the 1966 show.

If you usually listen just to the audio version, this is a great week to check out our YouTube video edition, which features some of Marshall’s iconic photos and a selection of the previously unseen photographs that are included in the book.

Thanks for listening and supporting us. We appreciate you! 

 

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You can binge listen to all of our episodes free at Podbean, on YouTube or on our Beatles News Briefs blog page.

CONTACT INFO: You can contact us about the show at beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you with your thoughts and feedback on our shows. We hope you enjoy the shows and we thank you very much for listening. We really appreciate you!

NEW! We've created a really fab (we think so!) Beatles News Briefs playlist on Spotify to go with the show that you can contribute to.   Send your suggestions to beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com and we may use them to add to the playlist.

Dive into a one‑of‑a‑kind conversation connecting The Beatles, the iconic 1960s TV series The Prisoner, and the legendary Welsh village of Portmeirion. In this special episode, Beatles News Briefs host and veteran Beatles reporter Steve Marinucci is joined by renowned archivist Keith Badman and Meurig Jones, Portmeirion’s longtime location manager, for an unforgettable deep‑dive into music history, television culture, and rare behind‑the‑scenes stories.

Speaking to us directly from inside Portmeirion, Jones shares exclusive, little‑known accounts of the Beatles’ visits to the village—stories involving all four Beatles and many of their closest associates. Discover why the band was fascinated by The Prisoner, how the show’s surreal setting influenced them, and what kept drawing them, most of all George Harrison, back to this magical location.

Fresh from his own recent trip, Keith Badman adds vivid details about exploring the filming sites, the Beatles‑related landmarks, and the enduring cultural impact of both the band and the series.

This episode is packed with rare insights, historical gems, and fun, engaging storytelling—a must‑see and/or hear for Beatles fans, The Prisoner devotees, and anyone captivated by Portmeirion’s unique charm.

And there's a bonus for those who view it on YouTube: The video version includes photos provided by Meurig Jones.  

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You can binge listen to all of our episodes free at Podbean, on YouTube or on our Beatles News Briefs blog page.

CONTACT INFO: You can contact us about the show at beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you with your thoughts and feedback on our shows. We hope you enjoy the shows and we thank you very much for listening. We really appreciate you!

NEW! We've created a really fab (we think so!) Beatles News Briefs playlist on Spotify to go with the show that you can contribute to.   Send your suggestions to beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com and we may use them to add to the playlist.

Our guest this week is author Dave Schwensen,, whose book "The Beatles In Cleveland," is the authoritative work on the two Beatles concerts in that city that were stopped by the police because of riotous fans. Schwensen announces here he's releasing an expanded edition of that book and he tells us all about it. We also review Paul McCartney's new "The Boys of Dungeon Lane" album. And we'll also some Beatles news briefs as well. Ready? Steady? Go! 

 

P.S. if you go to our video version of this podcast on YouTube, you'll see two unreleased photos of Micky Dolenz and Davy Jones with Dave Schwensen.  

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You can binge listen to all of our episodes free at Podbean, on YouTube or on our Beatles News Briefs blog page.

CONTACT INFO: You can contact us about the show at beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you with your thoughts and feedback on our shows. We hope you enjoy the shows and we thank you very much for listening. We really appreciate you!

NEW! We've created a really fab (we think so!) Beatles News Briefs playlist on Spotify to go with the show that you can contribute to.   Send your suggestions to beatlesnewsbriefs@gmail.com and we may use them to add to the playlist.