PAST TENS: A Top 10 Time Machine
PAST TENS: A Top 10 Time Machine! The podcast that looks back at a past list of top 10 hits and breaks down the winners, losers and WTF moments. With Michael "Milt" Wolfe and David Yas (david@pod617.com)
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Recent Episodes
July 25, 2025
The 1972 Albums Draft
Hop in the Top Ten Time Machine as Dave and Milt, joined by certified grooveologists Al and Ira, crank the dials back to 1972 — a year when rock was raw, soul was deep, and at least one guy was wearing glitter and singing abo...
July 17, 2025
The Past Tens Riff-Off
In this highly scientific and not at all petty episode of Past Tens , Dave and Milt throw down in the only arena that really matters anymore: pop culture debates. It’s the Past Tens Riff-Off, where no sacred cow is safe, ever...
July 10, 2025
The Simply Red-Hot Hits of 1986
Strap into the time machine and set the dial for July 1986, a time when Top Gun ruled the box office, synthesizers ruled the airwaves, and Kenny Loggins ruled… something. In this episode, Milt and Dave wade knee-deep through ...
July 3, 2025
The Best Fake Bands of All Time
Dave and Milt crank the amp to 11 and count down the greatest fake bands of all time. That’s right—no chart-toppers, no world tours, no actual existence. Just the fictional bands that somehow managed to rock harder than most ...
June 27, 2025
1975: Captain Davetastic and the Brown Dirt Milt-Boy
Are you still reading these silly show notes? Honestly, bless your heart. You're a true Time Machiner. Or you’re just really bored at work. Anyway, on this week's episode, Dave and Milt climb into the Time Machine and rocket ...
June 20, 2025
Your Song
Dave, recording from a writer's retreat in Papoose Pond, Maine, taps into the power of music to evoke memories and tell stories. Dave engages with fellow retreat participants and listeners from the ‘Machine Nation’ community ...
June 13, 2025
For Brian: Top 10 Beach Boys Songs
Milt is in Africa. Dave is at the beach, but just metaphorically as he counts down YOUR choices for the top 10 Beach Boys songs. RIP Brian Wilson.
June 6, 2025
Motorin': The Hits of 1984
In this radical episode of Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine , Dave and Milt hop in their DeLorean — flux capacitor fully operational — and set the date for June 16, 1984. They're not just cruising through the Billboard Top 10...
May 30, 2025
Top 10 Episodes of The Brady Bunch
Dave and his family count down the undisputed top 10 episodes of The Brady Bunch. Joined by his brother Adam, uncle John, and cousin Mikey, they discuss memorable appearances by guest stars like Vincent Price and Davy Jones, ...
May 23, 2025
Worst of the Best: The Dark Side of Iconic Artists
Dave and Milt explore the forgettable songs of their favorite artists, sometimes referred to as the 'worst of the best.' Joined by special guests, including Dave's brother Adam and intern Jack, the group dives into infamous t...
May 16, 2025
Back to School: The Hits of 1990
Milt and Dave revisit the billboard top 10 hits from May 19, 1990, a significant date marking their college graduation. The duo analyzes, critiques, and discusses the lasting impact of songs like 'Vogue' by Madonna, 'Nothing ...
May 9, 2025
10 Amazing Music Facts You Didn’t Know (But Milt Might)
In this lively episode of 'Past Tens, a Top 10 Time Machine,' Dave and Milt return from their musical escapades with stories, trivia, and laughs. Milt reflects on his experience at a New Orleans jazz festival while Dave quizz...
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April 8, 2020
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April 6, 2020
We've Got A Website
Dave and Milt here. We're the humble co-hosts of Past Tens: A Top 10 Time Machine, the podcast that travels back in time to revisit the songs that topped the music charts. And we don't hold back on our opinions on what holds up what does…