It's time for another episode of Talkin'! What's that you say? This episode is late?!?! Well, we should have known we couldn't get anything past you, after all, you're a Talkin' listener and that makes you a smart cookie! Our producer experienced some unfortunate technical difficulties but WE ARE BACK! In this episode, Tom and Jeff do some catching up after the Nashville Elvis Festival and then we sit down with Roy Turner to talk about the history of The Elvis Presley Birthplace in Tupelo, and all the exciting things they're currently doing to preserve the history and legacy of "the boy from T ..read more

In this episode of Talkin'', we delve deep into the world of music with the legendary Norbert Putnam, renowned bassist, producer, and a true icon in the industry. With a career spanning over six decades, Norbert has left an indelible mark on the landscape of popular music, having worked with some of the biggest names in the business such as ELVIS, George Harrison, Jimmy Buffet and so many more! Beyond his musical contributions, Putnam also witnessed firsthand the enigmatic presence of Elvis in the studio, capturing the essence of his unparalleled charisma and passion for music. These numerous ..read more

Welcome to the highly anticipated premiere of Season 2, where we're back and better than ever, still engaged in riveting conversations on all things Elvis! As we step into the new year, the Elvis universe is buzzing with excitement. Riley has an ambitious plan to complete Lisa Marie's autobiography, and get ready for a groundbreaking AI production featuring the King himself gracing the stage once again. Join us as we delve into the thrilling highlights of Elvis' birthday weekend at the iconic Graceland. Don't miss a beat – catch all this and more in the electrifying return of Talkin ..read more

Welcome back to another episode of "Tupelo Tom & Big Lew: Talkin'"! In this episode, Tom, Jeff, and Alex take a stroll down memory lane, recapping some of the highlights from the past year of the podcast. Tom & Jeff also share commentary on the ups and downs in the world of Elvis Presley in 2023, providing insights into the ongoing impact and relevance of the King of Rock 'n' Roll. After a quick break, Tom & Jeff are back with an exclusive interview featuring Dean Z, The Ultimate Elvis! Learn about Dean's experiences over the past year, touring the world and holding a residency in ..read more

We are back to talkin' after a short hiatus! This episode is a special treat as Tupelo Tom shares a rare gem from the archives - his very first interview featuring none other than DJ Fontana, Elvis Presley's original drummer! We delve into an exclusive conversation that unveils unique insights into the legendary musician's world. We also take you behind the scenes of our recent Elvis activities throughout September and October, offering a sneak peek into the exciting plans for the future. Additionally, we explore pivotal moments in Elvis' history during the month of November and bring you the ..read more

Join us as we put the 2023 Ultimate Elvis Champion Cote Deonath in the hot seat. Fresh off his incredible victory, we'll take you on a thrilling ride as we explore the highs, the lows, and the amazing reality of what it means to wear the crown of Ultimate Elvis.In this episode, you'll also hear Jeff and Tom's most exhilarating moments from Elvis Week. Get ready to be starstruck as we share their unforgettable encounters with icons like Lee Majors and Linda Thompson, along with stars like Spencer Sutherland and Olivia Holt. But that's just the tip of the iceberg. Don't miss out on this star-stu ..read more

Our first guest, the one and only Jerry Schilling calls in live on the anniversary of the day he met Elvis Presley back in 1954 to give the Elvis fans some insight on his relationship with his dear friend who also happened to be The King of Rock & Roll! Before Jerry called in we had a brief recap on what we have been up to in the Elvis world and looked over some important dates in Elvis history! Don't miss this milestone episode of TALKIN ..read more

Jeff & Tom are back in the studio to fill you in on what they have been up to at festivals as well as what's going on in the world of ELVIS! Join us for a review of the Arkansas & Tupelo Elvis Festivals, an update on the legal settlement in the Presley family, and a preview of "Summerfest"! All this and more in this episode of TALKIN ..read more

It's episode 5 and we are TALKIN' 68 Comeback, important dates for the month of June in Elvis history, a review of The Illinois Elvis Festival, and a preview of 2 upcoming Elvis events! This episode is sponsored by ETA Festivals, the leading producer of Elvis™ Festivals in the United States. Events mentioned in this episode: Illinois Elvis™ Festival Arkansas Elvis™ Festival Tupelo Elvis™ Festival To learn more about Jeff & Tom and this podcast visit our website: www.TupeloTomandBigLewTalkin.com Instagram: @talkinelvispodcast TikTok: @elvispodcast Facebook: Tupelo Tom & Big Lew: Talkin ..read more

How did our optimistic Oscars predictions turn out? Exactly how much ELVIS™ is in the new animated series on Netflix? What was The King up to in the month of May? Did Jeff & Tom survive the whirlwind of back-to-back Elvis festivals? Where are we headed next? FIND OUT on this episode of Talkin'. Events mentioned in this episode: Nashville Elvis™ Festival Jeff Lewis & Friends Spring Elvis™ Festival Illinois Elvis™ Festival To learn more about Jeff & Tom and this podcast visit our website: www.TupeloTomandBigLewTalkin.com Instagram: @talkinelvispodcast TikTok: @elvispodcast Facebook ..read more