1996: Ride the Train, No Diggity

In this episode of 'Past Tens,' hosts Dave and Milt take a heartfelt journey back to October 1996, expressing gratitude to listeners and paying tribute to a beloved fan, Tom Carey. The episode blends nostalgia with significant events such as the Dow Jones hitting a record high and the Yankees vs. Braves World Series. Then the duo tackles the elusive question of whether it’s better to bathe in chocolate milk, cheese wiz or tapioca pudding. They delve into music from 1996, covering hits like Toni Braxton's 'You're Makin' Me High,' Quad City DJ's 'Come On and Ride It (The Train),' and Blackstreet’s 'No Diggity.' The hosts reflect on pop culture, discussing movies, TV shows, and the impactful 'Macarena' phenomenon. With a mix of humor, personal stories, and musical insights, they conclude by rating songs from the week and inviting listener engagement.

Topics

01:12 Listener Appreciation and Milestones

02:09 A Heartfelt Tribute to Tom Carrey

07:11 Back to the Time Machine: October 1996

16:28 Top 10 Songs of October 1996

40:42 Alexa and Eric Clapton's 'Change the World'

41:25 Eric Clapton's Last Top 10 Hit

41:52 The Production and Lyrics of 'Change the World'

43:20 The Phenomenon Soundtrack and Lyrics Debate

44:09 Winona Judd's Version of 'Change the World'

45:31 Captain EO and Disney Memories

48:41 Keith Sweat's Career and 'Twisted'

53:11 No Mercy's 'Where Do You Go' and Similarities to 'What is Love'

58:37 Blackstreet's 'No Diggity' and Its Cultural Impact

01:10:27 Trivia Time: Songs with 'No' in the Title

01:17:51 Technical Difficulties and AI Music

01:18:23 Nostalgia and Inside Jokes

01:19:36 Celine Dion and Meatloaf Connection

01:25:27 Ariana Grande's Impressions

01:28:32 Shame Songs and Donna Lewis

01:32:30 Macarena Mania

01:42:30 Recap and Reflections

01:46:17 Substitution and Garbage

01:52:38 Rating the Week

01:56:49 Closing Remarks and Farewell