After months away from the mic, Tupelo Tom & Big Lew return with a “Comeback Special” of their own! Yes! We are back, and we are STILL TALKIN’! In this episode, we dive into Baz Luhrmann’s EPiC, a visually stunning and emotionally powerful celebration that redefines Elvis for a new generation!

We cover everything from the new masterpiece that’s melting hearts and opening eyes, Elvis’ mystery shoe choice, recent and upcoming Elvis Festival fun, Jake Hargis in the wild west, Buck Owens stories from the Big Lew vault, the retired life and times of Tupelo Tom, and the miraculous recovery of one of our own! All this and so much more in the TALKIN’ Comeback Special!

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Dive into the Legacy of Elvis Presley with Angie Marchese!

Join Tom and Jeff in an exclusive episode of "Tupelo Tom and Big Lew Talkin'" as they sit down with Angie Marchese, Vice President of Archives and Exhibits at Graceland. Explore intricate details about the King of Rock 'n' Roll's legendary home in Memphis, Tennessee, and the hidden treasures that live inside! Hear Angie's journey from a Graceland tour guide to being at the helm of preserving the legacy of Elvis Presley for future generations!

From fascinating behind-the-scenes insights into Graceland's vast archives to Angie's favorite moments working for The King, this episode is a must-listen for both die-hard Elvis fans and curious newcomers alike.

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Tom and Jeff are BACK in the virtual studio TALKIN'! That's right, we are back at it for 2025 with a fantastic new episode featuring special guest, 2024 Ultimate Elvis Champion Emilio Santoro!

Get ready for an unforgettable ride! We're talkin' with none other than the legendary John Schneider—star of Dukes of Hazzard, Smallville, and yes, THIS episode! That's right, BO DUKE himself is here! 🚗💨 Buckle up as we recap the highlights of Elvis Week, then sit back and enjoy an epic interview with the man behind the wheel. Don't miss out—it’s gonna be a wild one!

This is a guest-packed edition of Talkin! First, we chatted with Jon Daly of the EP Boulevard Pawn Shop to acquire some backstory on Elvis at the International/Hilton Hotel from one of the finest Elvis experts we know! Then we talk to Big Brother contestant and Elvis Tribute Artist Daniel Durston about his new residency at Westgate Las Vegas called "The King Comes Home" while getting the scoop on his Big Brother run!

Legendary broadcaster and game show host WINK MARTINDALE is our guest on this episode of Talkin'!

It's time for another episode of Talkin'! What's that you say? This episode is late?!?! Well, we should have known we couldn't get anything past you, after all, you're a Talkin' listener and that makes you a smart cookie! Our producer experienced some unfortunate technical difficulties but WE ARE BACK!

In this episode, Tom and Jeff do some catching up after the Nashville Elvis Festival and then we sit down with Roy Turner to talk about the history of The Elvis Presley Birthplace in Tupelo, and all the exciting things they're currently doing to preserve the history and legacy of "the boy from Tupelo".

Then for all you Elvis movie fans, we take a deep dive into the world of Elvis' acting colleagues! Costars, directors, cameo appearances and more can be found in this episode of Talkin!

In this episode of Talkin'', we delve deep into the world of music with the legendary Norbert Putnam, renowned bassist, producer, and a true icon in the industry. With a career spanning over six decades, Norbert has left an indelible mark on the landscape of popular music, having worked with some of the biggest names in the business such as ELVIS, George Harrison, Jimmy Buffet and so many more!

Beyond his musical contributions, Putnam also witnessed firsthand the enigmatic presence of Elvis in the studio, capturing the essence of his unparalleled charisma and passion for music. These numerous recording sessions with Presley not only showcased Putnam's exceptional musicianship but also cemented his status as a key figure in the annals of music history.