The Kim Brixton Podcast Show Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-kim-brixton-podcast-show A reduced fat, low carb high protein podcast. Long time Michigan Radio Broadcaster offers light-hearted retrospective look at life, pop culture and music. Upbeat Fun interviews, interactive trivia and more! © 2025 Kim Brixton 07c34786-a8a1-5184-bfd4-41c2a4abac12 no en-us Sun, 03 Aug 2025 18:05:47 -0700 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:57:20 -0800 https://img.transistor.fm/QO07kYoAWrHclCPpBkyR-k-NmuvldGJJ7wUNhzTAyyE/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzE2MDU1LzE2MDQ4/NTUzNjgtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg The Kim Brixton Podcast Show episodic Kim Brixton A reduced fat, low carb high protein podcast. Long time Michigan Radio Broadcaster offers light-hearted retrospective look at life, pop culture and music. Upbeat Fun interviews, interactive trivia and more! A reduced fat, low carb high protein podcast. radio,interviews,history,detroit,michigan,best interviews,rock music, fun, trivia Kim Brixton No No A Chat With Jill Sobule 5 5 A Chat With Jill Sobule full bc0c6eb8-3b65-4c39-8ca3-eb0acb27a8be https://share.transistor.fm/s/6282f626 I just discovered an interview I conducted three decades ago with a refreshing, gifted and delightful artist that was gaining traction in the pop rock music scene. I caught up with Jill Sobule at a Detroit area record store. Her ground breaking hit at the time was called ‘I Kissed A Girl.’ She tragically passed away earlier this year at the age of 66.

Take a moment to not only listen to the interview and three song mini set,  but read the following words from GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.

“Jill Sobule wasn’t just a trailblazer in music-she was a beacon for queer artists.  Jill was writing and singing about sexuality and identity with raw honesty and wit.  Her courage helped pave the way for todays artists (Brandi Caroline, Adam Lambert, Sam Smith and many others.  Jill was a rare light-funny, fearless and full of heart. Her impact will live on through her art and through everyone she inspired.”

]]> I just discovered an interview I conducted three decades ago with a refreshing, gifted and delightful artist that was gaining traction in the pop rock music scene. I caught up with Jill Sobule at a Detroit area record store. Her ground breaking hit at the time was called ‘I Kissed A Girl.’ She tragically passed away earlier this year at the age of 66.

Take a moment to not only listen to the interview and three song mini set,  but read the following words from GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.

“Jill Sobule wasn’t just a trailblazer in music-she was a beacon for queer artists.  Jill was writing and singing about sexuality and identity with raw honesty and wit.  Her courage helped pave the way for todays artists (Brandi Caroline, Adam Lambert, Sam Smith and many others.  Jill was a rare light-funny, fearless and full of heart. Her impact will live on through her art and through everyone she inspired.”

]]> Sun, 03 Aug 2025 04:04:10 -0700 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 1259 I just discovered an interview I conducted three decades ago with a refreshing, gifted and delightful artist that was gaining traction in the pop rock music scene. I caught up with Jill Sobule at a Detroit area record store. Her ground breaking hit at the time was called ‘I Kissed A Girl.’ She tragically passed away earlier this year at the age of 66.

Take a moment to not only listen to the interview and three song mini set,  but read the following words from GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.

“Jill Sobule wasn’t just a trailblazer in music-she was a beacon for queer artists.  Jill was writing and singing about sexuality and identity with raw honesty and wit.  Her courage helped pave the way for todays artists (Brandi Caroline, Adam Lambert, Sam Smith and many others.  Jill was a rare light-funny, fearless and full of heart. Her impact will live on through her art and through everyone she inspired.”

]]> Gay, lgbtq, pioneer, trendsetter, entertainment, singer, storyteller,jillsobule, fire No Episode 004:My College Radio Days 4 4 Episode 004:My College Radio Days full 1e89e7f3-3fec-425f-af8c-c8c80c3a1285 https://share.transistor.fm/s/911fdb1e My radio career began in college at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Michigan.  I eventually worked my way up the ranks to become the first female General Manager at the student run WIDR-FM.  I was trained by the best, John Dunn.  I was his assistant the year prior to becoming WIDR’s GM.  I dedicate this podcast to John.

Being part of WIDR-FM was much like being in a fraternity. There are many of us that have remained friends and associates over the years.  We have held large scale reunions and smaller gatherings as well.

Last spring, a handful of my college radio pals got together for pizza and beer at one of our favorite hang-outs.  The micro reunion consisted of Kris Dalton Liebold aka ‘KD’, Jim McKinney aka 'Papa', Tim Murphy, aka ‘Murph’, Ed Sackley, Bob Piellusch, Larry McClish, aka ‘Larry Mac’ and myself Kim Zewatsky Brixton, aka, ‘Beez’.

I just so happened to have a recording device, so I took advantage of the opportunity to have everyone in attendance talk about their WIDR experience, and life in general.

Thank you in advance for listening. And, I apologize for some 'salty' language that may have slipped through the editing process.

]]> My radio career began in college at Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Michigan.  I eventually worked my way up the ranks to become the first female General Manager at the student run WIDR-FM.  I was trained by the best, John Dunn.  I was his assistant the year prior to becoming WIDR’s GM.  I dedicate this podcast to John.

Being part of WIDR-FM was much like being in a fraternity. There are many of us that have remained friends and associates over the years.  We have held large scale reunions and smaller gatherings as well.

Last spring, a handful of my college radio pals got together for pizza and beer at one of our favorite hang-outs.  The micro reunion consisted of Kris Dalton Liebold aka ‘KD’, Jim McKinney aka 'Papa', Tim Murphy, aka ‘Murph’, Ed Sackley, Bob Piellusch, Larry McClish, aka ‘Larry Mac’ and myself Kim Zewatsky Brixton, aka, ‘Beez’.

I just so happened to have a recording device, so I took advantage of the opportunity to have everyone in attendance talk about their WIDR experience, and life in general.

Thank you in advance for listening. And, I apologize for some 'salty' language that may have slipped through the editing process.

]]> Sun, 10 Apr 2022 10:56:45 -0700 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 2169 An 80's college radio reunion with former staffers at WIDR-FM; a student run radio station on the campus of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Michigan. An 80's college radio reunion with former staffers at WIDR-FM; a student run radio station on the campus of Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo Michigan. radio, Western Michigan University, college, students, Kalamazoo, Yes Episode 003: David Bowie 3 3 Episode 003: David Bowie full 635310db-016b-4bb2-b8ae-14ade1c87635 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d069490d This is my interview with David Bowie.  It was a very brief meeting that took place backstage on October 3, 1995 at The Palace in Auburn Hills Michigan.  Bowie and Nine Inch Nails Co-Headlined The Outside Tour at this time.
 Photo by Chelsea Massengill on Unsplash
Music provided by: Poddington Bear Blossom
Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

]]> This is my interview with David Bowie.  It was a very brief meeting that took place backstage on October 3, 1995 at The Palace in Auburn Hills Michigan.  Bowie and Nine Inch Nails Co-Headlined The Outside Tour at this time.
 Photo by Chelsea Massengill on Unsplash
Music provided by: Poddington Bear Blossom
Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

]]> Sun, 03 Oct 2021 18:56:24 -0700 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 504 26 years ago today, I had an opportunity to sit down and interview David Bowie. He was touring with Nine Inch Nails on The Outside Tour. 26 years ago today, I had an opportunity to sit down and interview David Bowie. He was touring with Nine Inch Nails on The Outside Tour. David Bowie,concerts,Detroit,radio,Michigan No Epiosde 002: We Are The World 2 2 Epiosde 002: We Are The World full 235a287f-f164-47d7-bc70-16152fc39ae3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/21e42ba6 Kim is in search of a show theme song.
Bill Clinton & Barack Obama impersonators offer help.
Kim’s nephew produces a theme sample.

We are the world was recorded 36 years ago.
Why was Prince not included.

Kim reflects back on radio days in Detroit.
A clip from on the air from the mid 90’s can be heard.

A version of We Are The World is performed.
Closing credits for show content, including a call to action for hired help. Kimbrixton@gmail.com
Background music provided by Free sound music

To make a donation or learn more about Voices of Hope Children's Choir, click on this link: https://www.voicesofhopechildrenschoir.org/
Get hip to Bell's Beer by clicking here: http://www.bellsbeer.com/
Check out my friend Clint Scott's music by clicking here: https://youtu.be/ZTdXtvk0c3I
Thank you for the use of background sounds to these guys: https://youtu.be/kOss1lVkbj8

]]> Kim is in search of a show theme song.
Bill Clinton & Barack Obama impersonators offer help.
Kim’s nephew produces a theme sample.

We are the world was recorded 36 years ago.
Why was Prince not included.

Kim reflects back on radio days in Detroit.
A clip from on the air from the mid 90’s can be heard.

A version of We Are The World is performed.
Closing credits for show content, including a call to action for hired help. Kimbrixton@gmail.com
Background music provided by Free sound music

To make a donation or learn more about Voices of Hope Children's Choir, click on this link: https://www.voicesofhopechildrenschoir.org/
Get hip to Bell's Beer by clicking here: http://www.bellsbeer.com/
Check out my friend Clint Scott's music by clicking here: https://youtu.be/ZTdXtvk0c3I
Thank you for the use of background sounds to these guys: https://youtu.be/kOss1lVkbj8

]]> Sun, 07 Mar 2021 21:00:14 -0800 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 654 Kim talks about the history of the epic song We Are The World. The Voices Of Hope Children’s Choir is featured. Special shout outs to Bell’s Beer, Kim’s nephew and a few friends that contributed their talents to this episode. Kim talks about the history of the epic song We Are The World. The Voices Of Hope Children’s Choir is featured. Special shout outs to Bell’s Beer, Kim’s nephew and a few friends that contributed their talents to this episode. radio,interviews,history,detroit,michigan,best interviews,rock music, fun, trivia No Episode 001: Joan Jett Interview (Vintage 1991) 1 1 Episode 001: Joan Jett Interview (Vintage 1991) full 97c78669-40fe-419f-bc64-a67439c5e40a https://share.transistor.fm/s/7498152d Kim reflects back on her radio career.  Explains the purpose for this podcast series.  Interview segments from Laurie Davis, creator of Joan Jett's Pack, a Facebook page for Joan Jett fans.  Also featured are Shirley Wirosloff, Davis's wife and co-administrator of the Facebook fan page Joan Jett's Pack.  The interview with Joan Jett is next.  She talks about her upcoming tour promoting the 'Notorious' record release.
Jett talks about her experience with The Runaways, the movie, Light Of Day with Michael J. Foxx, Kalamazoo, Sid Vicious, musical influences past and in 1991.  Jett responds to a question regarding a statement made by songwriter Desmond Child.  She admits her vulnerable side and says she is human like everybody else.  She ends the interview talking about the history of her song, "I Love Rock & Roll.  Ending credits, Bells Beer, Oopsie The Clown. 

]]> Kim reflects back on her radio career.  Explains the purpose for this podcast series.  Interview segments from Laurie Davis, creator of Joan Jett's Pack, a Facebook page for Joan Jett fans.  Also featured are Shirley Wirosloff, Davis's wife and co-administrator of the Facebook fan page Joan Jett's Pack.  The interview with Joan Jett is next.  She talks about her upcoming tour promoting the 'Notorious' record release.
Jett talks about her experience with The Runaways, the movie, Light Of Day with Michael J. Foxx, Kalamazoo, Sid Vicious, musical influences past and in 1991.  Jett responds to a question regarding a statement made by songwriter Desmond Child.  She admits her vulnerable side and says she is human like everybody else.  She ends the interview talking about the history of her song, "I Love Rock & Roll.  Ending credits, Bells Beer, Oopsie The Clown. 

]]> Wed, 18 Nov 2020 21:54:24 -0800 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 809 Kim takes a look back at her 1991 interview with Joan Jett. Also featured in this episode are two ultra super Joan Jett fans, Laurie and Shirley. Kim takes a look back at her 1991 interview with Joan Jett. Also featured in this episode are two ultra super Joan Jett fans, Laurie and Shirley. Joanjett.rock,music,idol,vicepresident,governor,michaeljfox,predient,country,vegan,socialjustice,thanksging,usa No Episode 000 The Tease 1 1 Episode 000 The Tease full 5ed4ae74-dd84-441d-8d0f-1be659334b83 https://share.transistor.fm/s/322751e9 Teasing Debut of podcast.
Seeking musicians for composing theme song.
Joan Jett interview
Prizes
Email list kimbrixton@gmail.com

]]> Teasing Debut of podcast.
Seeking musicians for composing theme song.
Joan Jett interview
Prizes
Email list kimbrixton@gmail.com

]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2020 11:02:45 -0800 Kim Brixton Kim Brixton 83 This is just a reminder to listen starting Wednesday, November 18th. I'm launching The Kim Brixton Podcast Show by featuring an interview with the legendary Joan Jett. I will have a chance for you to score some goodies too. I'll keep you updated on all the fun details this coming week. Please get on my e-mail list by dropping me a note to kimbrixton@gmail.com This is just a reminder to listen starting Wednesday, November 18th. I'm launching The Kim Brixton Podcast Show by featuring an interview with the legendary Joan Jett. I will have a chance for you to score some goodies too. I'll keep you updated on all radio,michigan,bestpodcast,list,music,love,laughter,fun,prizes,detroit,kalamazoo,battlecreek,sun No