Air-Conditioned
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I’m Rick Clark. Air-Conditioned is my show that airs every Friday morning at 9AM CST on WYXR-FM in Memphis, TN. You can stream the latest 4 shows at https://wyxr.org/air-conditioned
I’ll also post about music, old and new. No MAGA, marketing, porn or DMs
I’ll also post about music, old and new. No MAGA, marketing, porn or DMs
Trump may think he’s ingratiating himself to Democrats, but this pardon is one more example that Crooks run with Crooks. By the way, I don’t care how many Democrats are in the Epstein files, anyone who has proven to be guilty should serve a sentence, regardless of their political leanings
December 3, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Trump may think he’s ingratiating himself to Democrats, but this pardon is one more example that Crooks run with Crooks. By the way, I don’t care how many Democrats are in the Epstein files, anyone who has proven to be guilty should serve a sentence, regardless of their political leanings
To TN District 7 voters: today is your special Election Day and if you are on the fence, consider this. When Trump and Marsha Blackburn go out of their way to endorse a weak candidate like Van Epps, you have an opportunity to meaningfully weaken the the Republican super majority. #aftynbehn
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December 2, 2025 at 3:03 PM
To TN District 7 voters: today is your special Election Day and if you are on the fence, consider this. When Trump and Marsha Blackburn go out of their way to endorse a weak candidate like Van Epps, you have an opportunity to meaningfully weaken the the Republican super majority. #aftynbehn
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This week’s episode of Air-Conditioned shines a light on rock between 1967 and 1970. It was a musically rich time, and you can hear it in these great tracks by Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Beatles, Cream, Allman Brothers, Steppenwolf, Blind Faith, Led Zeppelin, James Gang, and Derek & The Dominos. 1/2
November 28, 2025 at 3:07 PM
This week’s episode of Air-Conditioned shines a light on rock between 1967 and 1970. It was a musically rich time, and you can hear it in these great tracks by Jeff Beck, Jimi Hendrix, Beatles, Cream, Allman Brothers, Steppenwolf, Blind Faith, Led Zeppelin, James Gang, and Derek & The Dominos. 1/2
I remember standing in a Memphis department store, Goldsmiths, in the area where televisions were sold. There was a wall of these TVs, with dozens of adults watching the Kennedy funeral, and John F. Kennedy Jr. saluted as the casket passed. 1/2
November 23, 2025 at 2:59 AM
I remember standing in a Memphis department store, Goldsmiths, in the area where televisions were sold. There was a wall of these TVs, with dozens of adults watching the Kennedy funeral, and John F. Kennedy Jr. saluted as the casket passed. 1/2
The beloved Tennessee Troubadour Todd Snider passed away Nov 14th, supposedly of Walking Pneumonia. It was a shock to everyone in the Americana world, especially in Nashvile. This 223rd Episode of Air-Conditioned is a tribute to this beloved singer-songwriter. #toddsnider 1/3
November 21, 2025 at 5:30 PM
The beloved Tennessee Troubadour Todd Snider passed away Nov 14th, supposedly of Walking Pneumonia. It was a shock to everyone in the Americana world, especially in Nashvile. This 223rd Episode of Air-Conditioned is a tribute to this beloved singer-songwriter. #toddsnider 1/3
This development isn't surprising, sadly. All the years and life experience of creatives are being drained and repurposed to "allow users to remake songs using artificial intelligence tools." If there's any positive aspect to this, I would love to know. #KLAY 1/2
November 20, 2025 at 3:43 PM
This development isn't surprising, sadly. All the years and life experience of creatives are being drained and repurposed to "allow users to remake songs using artificial intelligence tools." If there's any positive aspect to this, I would love to know. #KLAY 1/2
We’re fans of Slow Horses, and the show’s theme song with Mick Jagger. Realizing I needed to think about this week’s episode of Air-Conditioned, I started there, and rounded up Morphine, Talking Heads, Soul Coughing, Chuck Prophet, St Vincent, Television, and Elvis Costello & The Attractions. 1/3
November 14, 2025 at 12:17 AM
We’re fans of Slow Horses, and the show’s theme song with Mick Jagger. Realizing I needed to think about this week’s episode of Air-Conditioned, I started there, and rounded up Morphine, Talking Heads, Soul Coughing, Chuck Prophet, St Vincent, Television, and Elvis Costello & The Attractions. 1/3
Florence + The Machine, Madison Cunningham, and Hannah Frances are uniquely gifted artists who just released some great new music. They get love on this 200th episode of Air-Conditioned, as well as Radiohead, Mitski, Dirty Projectors, Bjork, Dust City Opera, and James Blake.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:39 AM
Florence + The Machine, Madison Cunningham, and Hannah Frances are uniquely gifted artists who just released some great new music. They get love on this 200th episode of Air-Conditioned, as well as Radiohead, Mitski, Dirty Projectors, Bjork, Dust City Opera, and James Blake.
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Good morning! Truly a good morning! I would like to add one election outcome that will probably be overlooked, but one that is very encouraging. Mississippi, a state with a long history of voter suppression, particularly the Black population, had very good election results for Democrats.
After 13 years, Mississippi Democrats have broken the Republican Party’s supermajority in the Mississippi Senate.
Democrats flipped two GOP-held Senate seats and one House seat in the special elections.
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Democrats flipped two GOP-held Senate seats and one House seat in the special elections.
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Mississippi Democrats Break Republican Senate Supermajority, Flipping 3 Legislative Seats
After 13 years, Mississippi Democrats broke the Republican Party's supermajority in the Mississippi Senate, flipping 3 legislative seats.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Good morning! Truly a good morning! I would like to add one election outcome that will probably be overlooked, but one that is very encouraging. Mississippi, a state with a long history of voter suppression, particularly the Black population, had very good election results for Democrats.
Tonight’s 60 Minutes opening segment featured Norah O'Donnell interviewing the self-important con artist currently in the gilded Oval Office. Thankfully, this wasn't a capitulation to trump, as the segment only succeeded in allowing his lack of self-awareness to strut his massive character flaws.
November 3, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Tonight’s 60 Minutes opening segment featured Norah O'Donnell interviewing the self-important con artist currently in the gilded Oval Office. Thankfully, this wasn't a capitulation to trump, as the segment only succeeded in allowing his lack of self-awareness to strut his massive character flaws.
This 219th episode theme of Air-Conditioned is Halloween and this musical treat bag of goodies includes Nina Simone, The Cramps, Warren Zevon, Buck Owens, Talking Heads, Earth Kitt, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, Boswell Sisters, Dolly Parton with Porter Wagoner and Lambert, Hendricks & Ross.
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October 31, 2025 at 2:04 PM
This 219th episode theme of Air-Conditioned is Halloween and this musical treat bag of goodies includes Nina Simone, The Cramps, Warren Zevon, Buck Owens, Talking Heads, Earth Kitt, Johnny Cash, Fleetwood Mac, Boswell Sisters, Dolly Parton with Porter Wagoner and Lambert, Hendricks & Ross.
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As payrolls for government employees have been stopped and SNAP benefits are being cut off (affecting tens of millions of people), not to mention the fact that Health Insurance premiums are skyrocketing, it is worth noting that Republicans continue paying ICE. Ponder that.
October 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
As payrolls for government employees have been stopped and SNAP benefits are being cut off (affecting tens of millions of people), not to mention the fact that Health Insurance premiums are skyrocketing, it is worth noting that Republicans continue paying ICE. Ponder that.
This 218th episode of Air-Conditioned will spotlight Neil and Tim Finn — their solo and duo work, as well as Crowded House and Split Enz. We'll also explore two more acts from “Down Under,” Paul Kelly & The Messengers and The Swingers. #CrowdedHouse 1/3
October 23, 2025 at 10:17 PM
This 218th episode of Air-Conditioned will spotlight Neil and Tim Finn — their solo and duo work, as well as Crowded House and Split Enz. We'll also explore two more acts from “Down Under,” Paul Kelly & The Messengers and The Swingers. #CrowdedHouse 1/3
My insurance premiums doubled. Thanks, Republicans! That said, the Dems need to hold out so the public can experience the Republican vision when they are in control of all branches. I'm curious how the premiums have affected those seeing this post.
“Our monthly premium is $443. It’s going up to $2224. We’re kind of in shock. Both of us have worked our whole lives.”
These are the people Burchett & @MarshaBlackburn refuse to help, even as Marge says Republicans should work with Dems to fix this. #TrumpGOPShutdown
These are the people Burchett & @MarshaBlackburn refuse to help, even as Marge says Republicans should work with Dems to fix this. #TrumpGOPShutdown
October 23, 2025 at 4:22 PM
My insurance premiums doubled. Thanks, Republicans! That said, the Dems need to hold out so the public can experience the Republican vision when they are in control of all branches. I'm curious how the premiums have affected those seeing this post.
This 218th episode of Air-Conditioned keeps things organic with great music by Tracy Chapman, Joan Armatrading, Girly Man, Punch Brothers, Tori Amos, Velvet Underground, Buffalo Springfield, Francis Dunnery, Susanna Hoffs, Matthew Sweet, and Bonnie Raitt. Good stuff! 1/3
October 17, 2025 at 2:18 PM
This 218th episode of Air-Conditioned keeps things organic with great music by Tracy Chapman, Joan Armatrading, Girly Man, Punch Brothers, Tori Amos, Velvet Underground, Buffalo Springfield, Francis Dunnery, Susanna Hoffs, Matthew Sweet, and Bonnie Raitt. Good stuff! 1/3
Today is my Sweetie's birthday, and she curated this episode. The result is a really groovin’ feel-good show. Along with Sam & Dave, she selected some great tracks by Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Lou Ann Barton, Olu Dara, Etta James, Tom Waits, Tito Puente, Otis Redding, and Carla Thomas.
October 9, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Today is my Sweetie's birthday, and she curated this episode. The result is a really groovin’ feel-good show. Along with Sam & Dave, she selected some great tracks by Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, Lou Ann Barton, Olu Dara, Etta James, Tom Waits, Tito Puente, Otis Redding, and Carla Thomas.
This 214th episode of my WYXR-FM show Air-Conditioned goes psychedelic. Grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let Eric Burdon & The Animals, Jimi Hendrix Experience, Beatles, The Move, Cream, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Skip Spence, Bee Gees, The Who, and Rolling Stones be your tour guides.
October 2, 2025 at 11:15 PM
This 214th episode of my WYXR-FM show Air-Conditioned goes psychedelic. Grab your headphones, close your eyes, and let Eric Burdon & The Animals, Jimi Hendrix Experience, Beatles, The Move, Cream, Quicksilver Messenger Service, Skip Spence, Bee Gees, The Who, and Rolling Stones be your tour guides.
This episode of Air-Conditioned is a glitter coated tribute to Glam. T-Rex, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople, Sparks, The New York Dolls, Jobriath, Lou Reed, Suede, Mick Ronson, David Werner and Elton John strut in their stuff in full sparkling musical make-up and rhythmic rouge. 1/2
September 25, 2025 at 11:50 PM
This episode of Air-Conditioned is a glitter coated tribute to Glam. T-Rex, Roxy Music, Mott The Hoople, Sparks, The New York Dolls, Jobriath, Lou Reed, Suede, Mick Ronson, David Werner and Elton John strut in their stuff in full sparkling musical make-up and rhythmic rouge. 1/2
Are we there, yet? The visceral moment of outrage from Network, a timeless cinematic warning from 1976. Welcome to today.
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September 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Are we there, yet? The visceral moment of outrage from Network, a timeless cinematic warning from 1976. Welcome to today.
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Robert Redford has passed away. besides being one of the great actors of American cinema, starring in films like All the President’s Men, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, The Natural, The Way We Were, The Candidate and his great performance All Is Lost among many other film classics.
September 16, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Robert Redford has passed away. besides being one of the great actors of American cinema, starring in films like All the President’s Men, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, The Sting, The Natural, The Way We Were, The Candidate and his great performance All Is Lost among many other film classics.
My 213th episode of Air-Conditioned is going to space with the help of Phineas & Ferb, Carl Sagan, Stevie Wonder, Sesame Street, Mr Rogers, The B52s, Seu Jorge, David Bowie, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Firesign Theatre, The Byrds, Homer Simpson, Jimi Hendrix and Stephen Hawking with Monty Python.
September 11, 2025 at 11:51 PM
My 213th episode of Air-Conditioned is going to space with the help of Phineas & Ferb, Carl Sagan, Stevie Wonder, Sesame Street, Mr Rogers, The B52s, Seu Jorge, David Bowie, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Firesign Theatre, The Byrds, Homer Simpson, Jimi Hendrix and Stephen Hawking with Monty Python.
Marlene Dietrich isn’t one to be boxed in, so she naturally fits in my weekly mash-up called Air-Conditioned, which also features Suzanne Vega, Daniel Johnston, Uncle Walt’s Band, Beach Bunny, Shawn Colvin, Drive-By Truckers, These Days and Bill Lee belting out the goods from South Pacific. 1/3
September 5, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Marlene Dietrich isn’t one to be boxed in, so she naturally fits in my weekly mash-up called Air-Conditioned, which also features Suzanne Vega, Daniel Johnston, Uncle Walt’s Band, Beach Bunny, Shawn Colvin, Drive-By Truckers, These Days and Bill Lee belting out the goods from South Pacific. 1/3
This 211th edition of my weekly musical dive, I call Air-Conditioned, features Ry Cooder, Sarah Jarosz, Jerry Jeff Walker, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Buddy & Julie Miller, Skip Spence, Bob Dylan, Trombone Shorty, The Byrds, Neil Young, Willis Alan Ramsey, The Jody Grind, Odetta, and Lyle Lovett.
August 29, 2025 at 1:16 PM
This 211th edition of my weekly musical dive, I call Air-Conditioned, features Ry Cooder, Sarah Jarosz, Jerry Jeff Walker, Ray Charles, Van Morrison, Buddy & Julie Miller, Skip Spence, Bob Dylan, Trombone Shorty, The Byrds, Neil Young, Willis Alan Ramsey, The Jody Grind, Odetta, and Lyle Lovett.
This week's Air-Conditioned is a disparate mash-up of artists, but it all flows nicely. I rounded up John Hiatt, Kate Bush, Tanita Tikaram, Jayhawks, Peter Gabriel, Pura Fé, Crowded House, and Tom Petty, Radiohead, PJ Harvey, Williams Brothers, Tori Amos, and Jimmy Dale Gilmore bring it home. 1/2
August 21, 2025 at 9:40 PM
This week's Air-Conditioned is a disparate mash-up of artists, but it all flows nicely. I rounded up John Hiatt, Kate Bush, Tanita Tikaram, Jayhawks, Peter Gabriel, Pura Fé, Crowded House, and Tom Petty, Radiohead, PJ Harvey, Williams Brothers, Tori Amos, and Jimmy Dale Gilmore bring it home. 1/2