The Tom Gulley Show

70:44

Unraveling the Bermuda Triangle Mystery: Ships,...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/16

Dive deep into one of the world’s greatest unsolved mysteries on this episode of The Tom Gulley Show! Explore the legendary Bermuda Triangle — the infamous region in the North Atlantic Ocean roughly bounded by Miami, Bermuda, and Puerto Rico — where ships, planes, and people have vanished without a trace. From the dramatic disappearance of Flight 19 in 1945 and the USS Cyclops in 1918 to theories involving rogue waves, methane gas bubbles, magnetic anomalies, the Gulf Stream, human error, and even

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67:09

Chuck Yeager: The Pilot Who Broke the Sound Barrier |...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/16

Discover the incredible true story of Chuck Yeager, the legendary American pilot who became the first person in history to break the sound barrier.In this episode, we explore Chuck Yeager’s journey from a young West Virginia farm boy to World War II fighter ace, elite test pilot, and the man who flew the Bell X-1 past Mach 1 on October 14, 1947. Learn how Yeager’s skill, courage, and cool under pressure changed aviation forever and helped shape the Space Age. We’ll cover his combat record in World

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0:00

The Greatest Sports Inventions That Changed the Game...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/14

Discover the most game-changing sports inventions in history on this episode of The Tom Gulley Show! From the humble beginnings of the baseball glove and catcher's chest protector to modern breakthroughs like the computerized ball and strike detector, we dive deep into the innovations that transformed baseball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer, and more.Explore the stories behind the plexiglass backboard and breakaway rim that revolutionized basketball safety and play. Learn how the football

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52:05

Fantasy Island: The Classic 1970s TV Series Where...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/13

Dive deep into the mysterious world of Fantasy Island on this episode! Join host Tom Gulley as he explores the iconic 1970s–80s ABC anthology series that turned every guest’s deepest wish into reality—for a price—on a remote tropical paradise. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories of Ricardo Montalbán’s unforgettable Mr. Roarke, Hervé Villechaize’s Tattoo and his legendary “Da plane! Da plane!” cry, the show’s anthology format full of fantasy, drama, and unexpected twists, and how creator Gene

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62:44

Jack LaLanne: The Godfather of Fitness Who...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/12

Discover the incredible life and lasting legacy of Jack LaLanne, the pioneering fitness icon known as the “Godfather of Fitness.” Born in 1914, LaLanne transformed from a sugar-addicted, unhealthy teen into America’s original exercise and nutrition guru after a life-changing lecture.In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we explore how he opened the nation’s first modern health club in Oakland in 1936, invented early versions of popular gym machines like the leg extension and cable-pulley systems,

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84:19

Schoolhouse Rock! The Catchy Songs That Taught a...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/11

Relive the magic of Schoolhouse Rock! — the iconic educational animated series that turned multiplication tables, parts of speech, American history, and how a bill becomes a law into unforgettable songs. From “Three Is a Magic Number” and “Conjunction Junction” to “I’m Just a Bill” and “The Preamble,” these short cartoons shaped Saturday mornings and helped millions of kids learn while they sang along. In this episode we explore the origins of Schoolhouse Rock!, how jazz musician Bob Dorough and the

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64:00

Fatal Niagara Falls Stunts: The Nitwits Who Met Their...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/09

Discover the tragic true stories of the daredevils who attempted to conquer Niagara Falls—and paid the ultimate price. From barrel plunges that ended in disaster to failed jet-ski and kayak attempts, this episode of The Tom Gulley Show explores the fatal history of people who went over the mighty Horseshoe Falls seeking fame, fortune, or glory. Learn about Charles Stephens, the first person to die in a barrel attempt in 1920 when his anvil ballast ripped him from the vessel; George Stathakis,

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94:14

James Bond: From Ian Fleming to Modern 007 Shaken,...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/09

Dive deep into the legendary world of the world’s most famous secret agent. This episode explores the full history of James Bond—from Ian Fleming’s original novels and the creation of the iconic character to the classic films, evolving portrayals, memorable gadgets, villains, and the cultural impact that has defined spy entertainment for decades. Discover how Bond transformed from page to screen, the key milestones that shaped the franchise, and why 007 remains one of the most enduring figures in

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53:40

Labor Day: How American Workers Won a Holiday & Why...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/08

Labor Day is more than the unofficial end of summer or a long weekend for barbecues and sales. It’s a hard-won tribute to the American worker—born from the late 19th-century labor movement’s fight for fair wages, shorter hours, safer conditions, and dignity on the job.In this episode we dig into the true origins of Labor Day: the first massive parade of 10,000 workers in New York City on September 5, 1882; the competing claims of Peter J. McGuire and Matthew Maguire; the role of the Pullman Strike

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66:15

Kung Fu: The Iconic 1970s TV Series with David...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/06

Dive into the legendary 1970s TV series Kung Fu, the groundbreaking martial arts Western that captivated audiences with David Carradine’s unforgettable portrayal of Kwai Chang Caine, the peaceful yet powerful Shaolin monk wandering the American Old West. Airing on ABC from 1972 to 1975, this classic action-adventure drama blended Eastern philosophy, Shaolin training, and high-stakes confrontations. Follow Caine—half-Chinese, half-American—as he seeks his half-brother while using only his martial

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57:24

McDLT: The McDonald’s Burger That Kept the Hot Side...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/06

Remember the McDLT? McDonald’s legendary 1980s burger that promised to keep the hot side hot and the cool side cool. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we dive deep into the rise and fall of one of fast food’s most innovative (and environmentally controversial) sandwiches. From its dual-compartment Styrofoam packaging that separated the hot beef patty and bottom bun from the cool lettuce, tomato, cheese, and top bun, to the unforgettable “Keep the hot side hot, and the cool side cool” slogan

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45:59

The Great Video Game Burial: Why Atari Entombed...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/05

In 1983, at the height of the video game crash, Atari buried hundreds of thousands of unsold video game cartridges, consoles, and equipment in a landfill in Alamogordo, New Mexico. The infamous mass burial included the notorious flop E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial along with titles like Pac-Man, Centipede, Defender, and more.What started as a practical disposal of excess inventory from Atari’s El Paso plant quickly became one of gaming’s greatest urban legends. For decades, stories claimed millions of

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87:34

John Wayne: America’s Iconic Cowboy & Western Hero,...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/04

Discover the enduring legacy of John Wayne, the legendary actor known as “The Duke,” in this episode of The Tom Gulley Show. Explore the life, career, and cultural impact of Hollywood’s greatest Western star—from classic films like Stagecoach, The Searchers, True Grit, Rio Bravo, and The Quiet Man to his larger-than-life persona that defined American grit, courage, and the cowboy spirit. Learn about John Wayne’s rise from Marion Morrison to box-office king, his iconic roles in Westerns and war

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73:59

Dummies Climbing Everest: Unprepared Climbers Who...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/03

In this intense episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we examine the sobering reality of unprepared climbers who perish while attempting to summit Mount Everest. Every year, ambitious adventurers pay tens of thousands of dollars and risk everything to reach the top of the world—yet many never return due to inexperience, inadequate training, overcrowding, altitude sickness, exhaustion, and the brutal conditions of the death zone above 8,000 meters. Over 340 people have died on Mount Everest since records

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74:45

The Worst Show Business Decisions of All Time –...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/02

What are the biggest, most costly mistakes in Hollywood history? In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we break down the worst show business decisions of all time — the career-killing moves, missed fortunes, and head-scratching choices that still haunt actors, studios, and executives decades later. From David Caruso walking away from NYPD Blue at the height of its success, to Katie Holmes turning down a major role in The Dark Knight, Shelley Long leaving Cheers for a film career that never quite

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58:54

MAD Magazine: The Ultimate Guide to Satire, Parody &...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/09/01

Dive deep into the wild, irreverent world of MAD Magazine — the legendary American humor magazine that redefined satire, parody, and comic culture for generations. From its groundbreaking debut in 1952 as a comic book to its iconic run as a full magazine, explore how MAD Magazine skewered politics, pop culture, advertising, movies, and everyday life with razor-sharp wit.Discover the origin story of Alfred E. Neuman, the gap-toothed mascot whose “What, me worry?” became a cultural catchphrase. Learn

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40:40

Baretta: Robert Blake’s Iconic 1970s Undercover Cop &...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/08/31

Dive into the gritty, unforgettable world of Baretta, the classic 1970s ABC police drama that turned Robert Blake into a television icon. From 1975 to 1978, Blake starred as Detective Tony Baretta—the street-smart, rule-bending plainclothes cop who lived by his own code, shared a rundown hotel apartment with his cockatoo Fred, and delivered one of TV’s most memorable catchphrases: “Don’t do the crime if you can’t do the time.” Created by Stephen J. Cannell as a reimagined version of the earlier

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88:59

John Lydon: Anger Is An Energy, Sex Pistols, Public...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/08/30

John Lydon didn’t just sing for the Sex Pistols — he detonated a cultural bomb that still echoes today.In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, Tom takes a deep dive into the life, career, and uncompromising attitude of the man the world knows as Johnny Rotten. From the chaotic streets of 1970s London and the short, explosive reign of the Sex Pistols to the radical reinvention that became Public Image Ltd, this is the full story of one of music’s most confrontational and influential figures. Explore

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67:54

The Urban Legend Super Outbreak: A Time Of Scary...

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/08/29

In the mid-1970s, America was hit by a Super Outbreak of urban legends that spread like wildfire through schools, parties, and late-night conversations. On this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we dive deep into the most unforgettable myths of the era that terrified and fascinated a generation. Explore the classic “killer in the backseat” high-beams legend that made drivers check their rearview mirrors in panic. Discover the infamous Pop Rocks and soda myth that claimed the candy-and-soft-drink combo

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94:14

1971: The Year That Broke Old Hollywood

The Tom Gulley Show ·

2026/08/29

1971 delivered some of the most influential, bold, and unforgettable films ever made. In this episode of The Tom Gulley Show, we dive deep into the legendary year that changed cinema forever. From Stanley Kubrick’s controversial masterpiece A Clockwork Orange to Clint Eastwood’s iconic Dirty Harry and William Friedkin’s gritty Oscar-winning The French Connection, to Peter Bogdanovich's gripping The Last Picture Show, to Straw Dogs, Two-Lane Blacktop, Harold & Maude, Willie Wonka & The

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