Episode 8: Memorial Day Weekend Mayhem

In the eighth installment of Classic Rock and Beyond, Drew and Doug roll into Memorial Day Weekend with a fresh batch of handpicked tunes, oddball news stories from across the U.S., and the kind of offbeat commentary only this father-son duo can deliver.

This week kicks off Doug’s brand-new segment: “Weird News from All 50 States” – a cross-country journey through the strangest headlines, tackled alphabetically each week with one constant: Florida always makes the cut.

Weird News

Alaska – A possum named Grubby becomes a local celebrity in Homer after stowing away on a barge from Washington State. The town rallies behind her, but her story takes a few unexpected turns…

Alabama – A kangaroo named Sheila escapes from a petting zoo in Tuskegee, causes a two-car collision, and shuts down both directions of I-85 before being tranquilized and returned to her owner.

Florida – A man’s failure to secure his trailer results in a runaway barbecue pontoon boat barreling across the highway. No one was hurt – but it’s a Florida story through and through.

Arizona – A recent SpaceX Starlink launch leaves many Arizonans convinced they’ve seen a UFO. You won’t believe how wild some of the eyewitness accounts are.

Things That Make Doug Mad

This week? Cyclists who ride three abreast with zero concern for traffic or common sense. Doug doesn’t hold back.

Musically, this week features artists like Jay Som, Alabama Shakes, Courtney Barnett, Pinegrove, Nirvana, Flying Lotus, Kiefer, and Tom Misch & Yussef Dayes, blending classic rock roots with experimental twists and indie gems.

It’s a wild and weird ride for your long weekend – don’t miss it.