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Beatles Books

Beatles Books

Written by: Joe Wisbey
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A podcast that chats to a wide variety of Beatle authors and writers. What inspired them to add their entry into a library of over 1000 books?Copyright 2020 All rights reserved. Art Music
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  • Jim Windolf - 'Where The Music Had to Go'
    May 1 2026

    My guest today is Jim Windolf, who joins me to discuss 'Where The Music Had to Go - How Bob Dylan and The Beatles Changed Each Other - and the World'.

    Jim's book looks at the entwining careers of two of the 20th Century's most important musical artists, and details known meetings through the 60's and beyond - From Lennon's and McCartney's lyrical transformations to George Harrison's growth as a songwriter, Jim showcases the ripple effects of the Beatles-Dylan connection.

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    45 mins
  • Samira Ahmed - 'A Hard Day's Night'
    Apr 10 2026

    My guest today is the writer, broadcaster and journalist, Samira Ahmed, who joins me to discuss her BFI Film Classics book on The Beatles first film, 'A Hard Day's Night'.

    Drawing on her own experience of first discovering the film as a child and going on to work in the television industry, Samira shines a spotlight on the craft behind the film's enduring appeal. What makes this film still so thrilling and vital? What made it stand out from most of the pop films that had been made previously?

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    46 mins
  • Gary Astridge - Beats and Threads
    Mar 27 2026

    My guest today is Gary Astridge, who has co written 'Beats and Threads' with a certain Ringo Starr.

    Gary's book collects beautiful pictures and stories of some of Ringo's legendary outfits from his Beatle years and also delves into the history and significance of each of Ringo's iconic drum kits.

    Gary's book can be found here - https://store.juliensauctions.com/ShopCatalog?id=219

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    40 mins
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