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Gimme Some Truth

Obadiah Jones

A new Beatles research podcast that separates fact from fiction.

music music history

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25:00

Bonus: Polythene Pam

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2025/10/08

What is polythene? Who was Pam? In this season's bonus episode, we explore the complete backstory behind Abbey Road's 'Polythene Pam'.

26:56

Roy Orbison Tour

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2025/09/24

This week we separate fact from fiction in the mythology around The Beatles' 1963 UK tour with Roy Orbison.

20:58

Pepper War Medals

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2025/09/10

There is so much to look at on the cover of Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band that it is easy to miss the sets of six medals that both John and Ringo wore on their colourful military costumes. Join me this week to explore the stories behind these unaccountable artefacts.

35:40

The Gretty Chord

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2025/09/03

Who was Jim Gretty and what chord did he teach The Beatles? More importantly, how did the group integrate this chord into their songs and arrangements? This week, we analyse another juicy, sometimes misunderstood chord.

01:06:00

MBEs with Chip Madinger & Scott Raile

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2025/08/27

Returning guests and Lennonology authors extraordinaire Chip Madinger & Scott Raile join me this week to discuss all aspects of The Beatles' MBE awards. As we explore this topic from receipt to John's return, we make a few exciting discoveries along the way! For all things Lennonology go to https://lennonology.com/

44:28

Yesterday

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2025/08/20

The history of when Paul McCartney wrote 'Yesterday' has been confused by contradictory memories. In this week's episode, we explore the gestation of a classic and I make the case for what I think is the most accurate timeline.

14:18

Bonus: 10,000 Hours

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2024/08/28

Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers popularised the concept of the 10,000-hour rule for success and its association with The Beatles has become an accepted part of their history. Did the group really perform 10,000 hours? In this bonus episode, we set the record straight!

51:06

Greece 1967 with Jonathan Knott

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2024/08/21

For this season 4 finale episode, I am joined by researcher and travel writer Jonathan Knott to present The Beatles' 1967 plans to buy a Greek island. This chapter in the history and one of its key players, Alexis 'Magic Alex' Mardas, have long been shrouded in mystery. With this episode and Jonathan's continued efforts, we get closer to the truth. You can follow Jonathan's research and writing on Substack.

31:35

Manila 1966 (Part 2)

Gimme Some Truth ·

2024/08/14

For the second part of this Manila chronicle, we take a close look at The Beatles' harried departure from The Philippines, the aftermath and the legacy of Marcos' presidency.

38:40

Seltaeb vs NEMS with Stan Soocher

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2024/07/31

Does Brian Epstein deserve the criticism that has been charged against him for his handling of The Beatles' merchandising rights? I am joined by journalist, entertainment lawyer and professor Stan Soocher to answer this question through the history of several lawsuits between NEMS Enterprises and the companies set up to handle The Beatles' merchandise. This episode is inspired by one of the many fascinating chapters from Stan's book Baby You're A Rich Man: Suing The Beatles for Fun &

00:40

Season 4 Announcement

Gimme Some Truth ·

2024/06/26

I am back with a Fab Fourth season of Gimme Some Truth! First episode drops next week.

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