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The Church of Classic Rock October 23rd, 2016 - United Nations Day In this episode, we celebrate United Nations Day (October 24th) by looking at the U.N., its mission, its history, and some of its most recent outreach programs. The world is a better place because of the U.N., and we're showing our appreciation! |
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The Church of Classic Rock October 16th, 2016 - National Wear Something Gaudy Day In this episode, it's all about some of the... questionable fashion rock music has spawned, including Hippie Chic (now called Boho Chic), Punk fashion, and Glam Rock fashion, three genres of rock that, at least when you look back on them now, spawned some rather embarassing clothing choices! Plus, the Reverend confesses both his worst fashion attempts (deliberate or forced upon him) and declares, once and for all, what musical genre did the most to destroy fashion in its era. |
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The Church of Classic Rock October 9th, 2016 - National Fire Prevention Day Groggy from the 12-hour 5th Annual SoR Radio Marathon, the Reverend Jeff Smith is, nevertheless, ready to explore National Fire Prevention Day! In this episode, he discusses why fire is important to human beings, what fire actually is (from a scientific point of view), what we're using fire for in the 21st century, and how to stay safe when dealing with fire. |
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The Church of Classic Rock October 2nd, 2016 - World Teacher's Day We're celebrating two different things in this episode: World Teacher's Day and the First Anniversary of the Church of Classic Rock! We discuss the role and responsibilities of teachers in the 21st century, what modern teaching actually entails, we dispel many of the myths about teaching, and then celebrate our First Anniversary as a Church and a radio program! |
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The Church of Classic Rock September 25th, 2016 - World Dreaming Day In celebration of World Dreaming Day on September 25th, 2016, the Reverend Jeff Smith explores the holiday, an explanation of the nature of dreams and dreaming, why we have nightmares, and why daydreams are actually an important part of 21st century life! Plus a confession of the Reverend's top remembered dream theme. All this and more on this episode of the Church of Classic Rock! |
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The Church of Classic Rock September 18th, 2016 - National Cheeseburger Day America’s favorite sandwich is honored on Sunday, September 18th, with a slice of cheese. It’s National Cheeseburger day! We're talking the history of the hamburger, and the cheeseburger specifically, the history of condiments, and the role junk food plays in our lives (and diets) as well. |
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The Church of Classic Rock September 11th, 2016 - Defying Superstition Tuesday, September 13th, is National Defy Superstition Day, so in this program, Jeff explores the origins of many of the most popular superstitions and figures out which ones conceal common sense and which ones are just downright silly. Plus, a look at how superstitions have been part of theatre culture since the time of Shakespeare! It's an eye-opening examination of myth and folklore that is still an integral part of modern life for many citizens around the world! |
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The Church of Classic Rock September 4th, 2016 - Labor & Literacy In honor of Labor Day, and International Literacy Day (coming up on Thursday the 8th), the Reverend is talking about the art of reading and writing, one of the fundamental elements of education. He discusses the modern causes of illiteracy, how we can help, why the typo is the bane of modern education, the importance of writing well in the 21st century, and then ends with a little wisdom that he passes on to his students every semester. |
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The Church of Classic Rock August 28th, 2016 - Back to School Imagine a large group of weary people fretting through Sunday the 28th of August. Imagine these people talking about how that day is their "last day." Who are these people? They're teachers, because SCHOOL (like Winter) is coming! :) Join the Reverend Jeff Smith (a professor himself) for a back-to-school Church of Classic Rock, where he explores the history of education, the secrets to student success, and the issues facing teachers in today's world! |