For the first episode of Season 5, I am joined by musician/composer Rob Collier to tackle an age old debate. Who played bass on 'She Said She Said'? Did Paul McCartney participate? From the song's conception through recording, we examine the available evidence. Check out Rob's blog, YouTube and Instagram.
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Season 5 Announcement
Season 5 of Gimme Some Truth incoming! New episodes every Wednesday starting next week.
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Bonus: 10,000 Hours
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!
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Greece 1967 with Jonathan Knott
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.
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Manila 1966 (Part 2)
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.
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