Help on the Way: Recent Episodes
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A weekly podcast deadicated to all things grateful. The Help on the Way Podcast is a spin-off of the long running reddit series. Each week our hosts, thegame, fig, and knob, listen to Grateful Dead show and discuss it. These shows are chosen at random, and span from the most primal of primal dead to the MIDI-filled 90s. Paradise waits...
Your host for the evening FiG brings you an interesting set plagued by technical issues but historic nonetheless as later that night the Dead would go on to be đ”busted down on bourbon streetđ” . No set is attached to the podcast, so please go to the following link to check it out:
https://old.reddit.com/r/gratefuldead/comments/1v1jxd4/help_on_the_way_your_weekly_listening_thread/
Join your hosts FiG and Knob as we explore 6/30/85 over in Columbia, MD. Along the way we'll discuss some GD X MLB collabs and Bobby and the Midnights (now on streaming services!) Here's the set:
One
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo > C C Rider > Brown Eyed Women ; Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues ; Keep On Growing ; Big Railroad Blues ; Looks Like Rain > Don't Ease Me In
Two
Shakedown Street > Samson And Delilah ; Gimme Some Lovin' > He's Gone > Cryptical Envelopment > Drums > Space > The Other One > Stella Blue > Around And Around > Sugar Magnolia
Encore
U.S. Blues
FiG here coming atcha with another HOTW Minisode! Lots of Reddit chatter about this one so would be remiss not to highlight all the fun!
Here's the link to the Reddit thread where you can find the archive link!
https://www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldead/comments/1uie4bm/help_on_the_way_your_weekly_listening_thread/
and the set:
One
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo > C C Rider > Brown Eyed Women ; Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues ; Keep On Growing ; Big Railroad Blues ; Looks Like Rain > Don't Ease Me In
Two
Shakedown Street > Samson And Delilah ; Gimme Some Lovin' > He's Gone > Cryptical Envelopment > Drums > Space > The Other One > Stella Blue > Around And Around > Sugar Magnolia
Encore
U.S. Blues
FiG coming atcha with another mini-sode to highlight 7/30/83 -- you can find more info on the show here!
https://www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldead/comments/1u6h09h/help_on_the_way_your_weekly_listening_thread/
...and take another step back in time to this excellent show from the promised land of 77. Your hosts FiG and Knob discuss some GD news and updates and of course walk you through the weekly show, which Dick chose as his 34th pick. Here's the set:
One
New Minglewood Blues [4:58] ; Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [11:38] ; Looks Like Rain [7:22] ; Dire Wolf [3:32] ; Mama Tried [2:24] > Big River [6:25] ; Candyman [6:56] ; Jack Straw [5:34] ; Deal [6:26]
Two
Jam (1) [3:21] > Eyes Of The World [14:32] > Samson And Delilah [7:47] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [7:01] ; Estimated Prophet [10:55] > He's Gone [11:30] > Drums [2:55] > The Other One [12:27] > Black Peter [11:30] > Sugar Magnolia [9:53]
Encore
One More Saturday Night [4:42]
Comments
(1) Phil Jam
Another HOTW MiniSode, this time from Landover, MD in October 1994. Not one of their bests but some interesting stuff (last China Doll, I beleive -- also Jerry on Drums) and we get a JWG3 reaction post so I'm gonna talk about it on the pod!
Here's the board:
https://archive.org/details/gd1994-10-11.sbd.miller.34564.sbeok.flac16
And the set:
One
Picasso Moon ; Jack-A-Roe ; It's All Over Now ; High Time (1) ; If The Shoe Fits ; Lazy River Road ; Easy Answers ; Deal
Two
Eyes Of The World ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) > Samba In The Rain > He's Gone > Drums (2) > Space > China Doll > Sugar Magnolia
Encore
Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
Comments
(1) acoustic Bob (2) with Jerry
JerryBase Page
More on this format change!!
In between episodes where more than one of us can chat about a show, we're gonna feature mini episodes which discuss very briefly the weekly Reddit thread (including comments from all ya'll lovely people) and then give a link to the archive where you can access the show.
This one comes to us from Spring 85, a Rex Benefit show that can be accessed here:
https://archive.org/details/gd1985-03-09.176199.sbd1.donaldson.miller.flac2496
And the set:
Set I
Bertha > One More Saturday Night > Sugaree It's All Over Now Row Jimmy Let It Grow
Set II
China Cat Sunflower > Cumberland Blues > I Need A Miracle > Eyes Of The World > Drums > * Space > * The Other One > * The Wheel > Sugar Magnolia
Encore:
It's All Over Now Baby Blue
*= with merle saunders on organ
JerryBase Page
And we're back! As your hosts for the evening catch up, introduce a format change to the pod, and bring you they're discussions of a Spring '89 heater from Milwaukee! Here's the set:
One
Hell In A Bucket >
They Love Each Other ;
Little Red Rooster ;
Stagger Lee ;
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues ;
Bird Song
Two
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain ;
Saint Of Circumstance >
Truckin' >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Stella Blue >
Throwing Stones >
Turn On Your Love Light
Encore Box Of Rain
In a quick one here your host FiG discuss an early 78 show. Enjoy!
One
Cold Rain And Snow [5:43] ;
Mexicali Blues [3:30] >
Big River [5:55] ;
They Love Each Other [7:02] ;
Looks Like Rain [7:41] ;
Loser [7:21] ;
Passenger [4:33] ;
Brown Eyed Women [5:05] ;
El Paso [4:10] ;
Peggy-O [6:28] ;
The Music Never Stopped [7:40]
Two
Good Lovin' [5:56] ;
Ship Of Fools [7:34] ;
Estimated Prophet [12:34] >
Eyes Of The World [15:08] >
Playing In The Band [25:31] >
The Wheel [5:20] >
Playing In The Band [9:10]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [4:15]
Welcome back to another episode of the Help on the way podcast! Lots of negging on this random show from 1995 but your host FiG rather liked it! What say you all?
One - [1:01:00]
Jack Straw ; Peggy-O ; Wang Dang Doodle ; Row Jimmy ; When I Paint My Masterpiece (1) ; Brown Eyed Women ; Let It Grow
Two - [1:24:00]
Samson And Delilah ; Way To Go Home ; Crazy Fingers > Corrina > Drums > Space > All Along The Watchtower > Black Peter > Around And Around
Encore
Box Of Rain
Join your host FiG for some BBQ and Good ole Grateful Dead as the band takes on Kansas City, MO, 7/7/81! Here's the set:
One New Minglewood Blues [6:22] >
Bertha [5:23] >
Dancing In The Street [8:10]; Big Railroad Blues [4:10] >
El Paso [5:07] ;
To Lay Me Down [8:37] ;
Lazy Lightnin' [3:24] >
Supplication [6:32] ;
Bird Song [8:44] >
Looks Like Rain [8:06] >
Deal [6:04] Two Man Smart (Woman Smarter) ;
Candyman ;
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad >
Black Peter >
I Need A Miracle >
Good Lovin' Encore Don't Ease Me In [2:53]
Join your host FiG on a (northbound) train headed to midtown Manhattan on what was undoubtedly a cold, rainy night in 83!
Cold Rain And Snow [6:43] ;
New Minglewood Blues [9:15] ;
Ramble On Rose [6:55] ;
My Brother Esau [4:50] ;
It Must Have Been The Roses [5:30] ;
Cassidy [6:09] >
Cumberland Blues [9:35] ;
Looks Like Rain [8:29] >
Might As Well [4:24] Two Help On The Way [3:15] >
Slipknot! [10:23] >
Franklin's Tower [14:10] ;
Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:44] ;
He's Gone [12:56] >
Drums >
Space [12:21] >
Truckin' [7:56] >
Black Peter [9:15] >
Not Fade Away [7:53] Encore Revolution [5:05]
It's May 77, it's Baltimore MD and it's ... Not a sell out?? FiG takes you back to the past to enjoy one from the Golden age and ponders whether the music can ever be too perfect?
One
The Music Never Stopped [7:03] ;
Sugaree [15:15] ;
Mama Tried [2:35] ;
Sunrise [3:36] ;
Deal [5:07] ;
Passenger [3:10] ;
Brown Eyed Women [5:32] ;
Looks Like Rain [8:32] ;
Jack-A-Roe [5:28] ;
New Minglewood Blues [5:26] ;
Bertha [7:18]
Two
Samson And Delilah [6:57] ;
High Time [7:26] ;
Big River [6:26] ;
Terrapin Station [10:27] >
Estimated Prophet [8:37] >
Eyes Of The World [11:48] >
Drums [0:38] >
Not Fade Away [16:44] >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [8:27] >
Around And Around [7:19
Encore
UJB
One
Playing In The Band ;
Bertha ;
Mama Tried ;
Mexicali Blues ;
Ramble On Rose ;
Little Red Rooster ;
Bird Song
Two The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo) [4:17] ;
Dancing In The Street [7:00] >
Black Muddy River [5:41] >
Playing In The Band Jam [3:54] >
I Need A Miracle [5:19] >
Drums [8:54#] >
Space [6:03] >
Truckin' [5:49] >
Smokestack Lightnin' [3:35] >
Comes A Time [7:03] >
Around And Around [3:59] >
Playing In The Band [2:38]
Encore When Push Comes To Shove [3:
Join your host FiG as he discusses another excellent show in GD history, this time from the very day the Steal Your Face album was released!
One
The Promised Land [3:59];[1:17] ; Sugaree [9:27] % Cassidy [4:12] % Row Jimmy [9:48] % Mama Tried [2:43] % Tennessee Jed [8:53] % Looks Like Rain [7:41] % Scarlet Begonias % Lazy Lightnin' [2:54] > Supplication [4:39];[1:33] ; Peggy-O [7:53] ; The Music Never Stopped [5:55]
Two
Playing In The Band [15:06] > Saint Stephen [9:46] > The Wheel [5:37] > Playing In The Band Reprise [2:42] % Samson And Delilah [5:46] % Crazy Fingers [8:28] > Stella Blue [10:57];[2:27] ; Around And Around [6:55] > One More Saturday Night [4:31]
Encore
U.S. Blues [5:07]
In which FiG let's us know his thoughts on this one from juuuust before Jerry's coma
One
Feel Like A Stranger ; Friend Of The Devil ; Mama Tried ; Big River ; Loser ; Cassidy ; West L.A. Fadeaway ; Let It Grow
Two
Bertha ; Man Smart (Woman Smarter) ; Ship Of Fools ; Smokestack Lightnin' ; He's Gone ; Drums ; Space ; I Need A Miracle ; Stella Blue ; Good Lovin'
Encore
The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo)
We're headed to to bean town with your hot FiG. Will this one make his book of the dead? The length of the pod indicates yes!
Here's the(excellent) set
One
Good Times ; Bertha > Greatest Story Ever Told ; West L.A. Fadeaway ; El Paso (1) ; Lazy River Road ; Eternity > Don't Ease Me In
Two
Victim Or The Crime > Foolish Heart ; Looks Like Rain ; Samba In The Rain > Jam > Drums > Space > The Wheel > I Need A Miracle > Black Peter > Turn On Your Love Light
Encore
It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
Comments
(1) acoustic Bob
Disclaimer: FiG figged up and said the next show is Jerry's last before the coma. They actually cancelled the next show but Jerry came back for a few more shows before the unfortunate incident.
One Week after Bobby we're back featuring a heater from 1990 (VW's second ever show with the band).
FiG takes the mic to tell you about the show and all of the eulogies and well wishes that have come pouring in over the past week.
Here's the set
One
Hell In A Bucket [6:06] ~ Sugaree [10:09] ; New Minglewood Blues ; Friend Of The Devil ; Queen Jane Approximately ; Loser ; Cassidy > Deal
Two
Eyes Of The World [17:16] > Estimated Prophet [14:16] > Terrapin Station [13:25] > Jam [4:34] > Drums [8:51] > Space [9:05] > All Along The Watchtower [5:59] > SteIla Blue [8:22] > Throwing Stones [8:51] > Not Fade Away [6:48]
Encore
One More Saturday Night [3:11]
FiG and Knob bring you a sad but special episode as we remember the life and legacy of Grateful Dead guitarist and co-founder, Bob Weir. Along the way we'll be discussing our personal rememberances as well as those that have come pouring in since his passing Saturday.
Let It Grow
Also featuring the full show from 12/12/93 (which really rocks)!
Set 1
Cold Rain And Snow , Minglewood Blues , Friend Of The Devil , Black Throated Wind , Althea , Beat It On Down The Line [1] , Bird Song > Promised Land
Set 2
Shakedown Street , Samson And Delilah , Ship Of Fools , Truckin' > Nobody's Fault But Mine [2] > That Would Be Something > Drums > Space > The Wheel > All Along The Watchtower > Stella Blue > Around And Around
Encore
I Fought The Law
If you want to do something special to commemorate Ace (and have the means to do so), please consider chipping in a few bucks to our fundraiser for archive.org!
https://donate.archive.org/fundraiser/6730391
Tom Constanten's fundraiser is also still live:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/stand-with-greg-to-support-tom-constanten
And we're back! With a HOTW 4-fer to catch-up on the shows we missed during the busy holiday season.
Come for the fig pod, stay for the full 10/21/78 post Egypt glory!
Happy new year y'all!!
And we're back with another one -- this time from 1980. It's Black Friday, its 1980, and you just bought a Rubik's cube (the toy of the year for 1980) and headed to a small town between Orlando and Tampa to see the Dead!
Here how it sounds on this AUD! Here's the setlist:
One Jack Straw [5:24] ;
Peggy-O [6:30] ;
Little Red Rooster [9:17] ;
Tennessee Jed [8:33] ;
Passenger [4:55] ;
Deep Elem Blues [4:53] ;
Looks Like Rain [7:55] ;
Deal [6:37] Two Feel Like A Stranger [8:28] ;
To Lay Me Down [9:11] >
Let It Grow [11:24] >
Terrapin Station [12:09] >
Drums [9:32] >
Space [5:43] >
Not Fade Away [5:56] >
Black Peter [9:34] >
Sugar Magnolia [9:13] Encore U.S. Blues [5:15] Remember, if you can, please donate to the Archive!
It's a bird, it's a plane it's a . . . FiGpod! Enjoy this one from 4/9/82 where Bobby kind of forgets where he is. Along the way FiG will discuss additional remembrances for Donna Jean and will give an update on the big Archive fundraiser, URL below:
https://donate.archive.org/team/776830
Here's the set (we'll be featuring set 1):
One
Alabama Getaway [4:41] > Greatest Story Ever Told [3:58] ; Dire Wolf [3:12] > C C Rider [7:45] ; Bird Song [8:15] ; It's All Over Now [7:47] ; Loser [6:43] ; New Minglewood Blues [6:58] ; China Cat Sunflower [5:02] > I Know You Rider [5:23]
Two
Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:54] ; To Lay Me Down [9:00] ; Lost Sailor [6:21] > Saint Of Circumstance [7:19] > Drums [2:34#] > Space [7:28] > The Other One [7:08] > Stella Blue [7:32] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:11] > (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction [6:37]
Encore
Brokedown Palace [5:14]
A sad week on the pod as your hosts FiG and Knob remember the life and legacy of Donna Jean Godchaux, who was an official member of the band from 1972 to 1979 and whose work made an indelible impact. Along the way way we'll get an update on the fundraiser for the Archive and read some reddit comments about this week's show, 11/14/71, the first set of which follows our discussion.
Here's the set:
One
Bertha [5:54] ;
Beat It On Down The Line [3:00] ;
China Cat Sunflower [5:24] >
I Know You Rider [5:18] ;
El Paso [4:34] >
Sugaree [6:27] ;
Jack Straw [4:52] ;
Big Railroad Blues [3:20] ;
Me And Bobby McGee [5:31] ;
Loser [6:24] ;
Playing In The Band [5:59] ;
Tennessee Jed [6:47] ;
You Win Again [2:17] ;
Mexicali Blues [3:18] ;
Casey Jones [5:25] ;
One More Saturday Night [4:30]
Two
Truckin' [10:30] >
Drums [4:24] >
The Other One [9:14] >
Me And My Uncle [2:58] >
The Other One [12:21] >
Wharf Rat [9:43] >
Sugar Magnolia [6:25]
Encore Johnny B. Goode [3:52]
I fell in love with a show from 73! Hear your hosts FiG and Game talk about this excellent show! Conversations abound about Bobby's birthday (and Johnny's), as well as an update to the subreddit's Archive.org fundraiser
Here's the set (we feature set 1):
One
Bertha ; Mexicali Blues ; Deal ; Looks Like Rain ; Don't Ease Me In ; The Race Is On ; Loser ; Jack Straw ; China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider ; El Paso ; Tennessee Jed ; Big River ; Row Jimmy ; Weather Report Suite Prelude > Weather Report Suite Part 1 > Let It Grow
Two
Greatest Story Ever Told ; Sugaree ; Me And My Uncle ; He's Gone > Truckin' > The Other One > Space > Me And Bobby McGee ; Eyes Of The World ; Around And Around > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > Casey Jones
Encore
Johnny B. Goode
We're back for the second (?) European tour of 1981! Your hosts Game and FiG will talk about this smoker of a show (including the last ever set 2 Sugaree) and wrap up the West LA Giveaway as well as introduce a new fundraising effort to help the Archive! https://www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldead/comments/1o5tepa/lets_donate_to_archiveorg/
Here's the set:
Set 1:
Shakedown Street > Bertha > Minglewood Blues , Friend Of The Devil > El Paso , Tennessee Jed , Me And My Uncle > Big River , Bird Song > Let It Grow > Deal
Set 2:
Man Smart (Woman Smarter) , Sugaree [1] , Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Eyes Of The World > Drums > Space > Truckin' > The Other One > Wharf Rat > One More Saturday Night
Encore:
Casey Jones
The Brent-era Boys are simply having a wonderful Christmas time in 1981 on home turf! For a review, join your hosts for the evening TheGame and FiG. Along the way conversations abound about a new fundraiser for the Archive that FiGs been kicking around. If you can and would like to donate here's the link!
https://donate.archive.org/fundraiser/6730391
And here's the set:
One
New Minglewood Blues [6:56] > Sugaree [10:07] ; Cassidy [5:40] ; Deep Elem Blues [6:00] ; C C Rider [7:34] ; Friend Of The Devil [8:27] ; Passenger [5:08] ; Althea [6:11] ; Looks Like Rain [9:06] > Deal [6:15]
Two
Samson And Delilah [#6:26] ; To Lay Me Down [8:16] ; Playing In The Band [16:30] > Drums [6:#27] > Space [9:58] > The Wheel [7:12] > Playing In The Band [4:33] > Wharf Rat [9:04] > Sugar Magnolia [9:36]
Encore
Let's All Get Yacco'd as the Dead hit up the Stabler Arena in Christmas City, USA - Bethlehem, PA! Here's the set (unfortunately Tons of Steel was still in Brent's beautiful brain):
One
New Minglewood Blues [6:42] ;
Friend Of The Devil [9:02] >
El Paso [4:55] ;Peggy-O [6:37] >
Little Red Rooster [8:02] ;
Bird Song [10:15] >
Beat It On Down The Line [2:59] ;
Cumberland Blues [4:54] ;
Passenger [4:45] ;
Althea [8:41] ;
The Music Never Stopped [8:10]
Two
Might As Well [4:25] >
Samson And Delilah [7:23] ;
Scarlet Begonias [11:13] >
Fire On The Mountain [9:59] ;
Never Trust A Woman [6:20] >
Lost Sailor [6:19] >
Saint Of Circumstance [6:17] >
Space [1:16] >
Drums [6:#07] >
Space [4:36] >
The Wheel [5:07] >
Sugar Magnolia [5:10] >
Black Peter [8:25] >
Around And Around [3:40] >
Sunshine Daydream [3:15]
Encore
U.S. Blues
It may have been the grunge capital of the world, but its May 25, 1995 and the kids were alright and could still get down and boogie to some Good Ole Grateful Dead!! Hear our hosts FiG and Knob discuss The Who, some GD trivia, Mickey's B-day, and a very special Reddit AMA!
https://www.reddit.com/r/gratefuldead/comments/1nkjfe4/we_just_published_a_book_of_the_late_jim/
One - [58:00] [58:00] ;
Feel Like A Stranger ;
Bertha ;
Good Morning Little Schoolgirl ;
Peggy-O ;
El Paso ;
Tennessee Jed ;
Cassidy Two - [1:28:00] [1:28:00] ;
Foolish Heart ;
Victim Or The Crime ;
Samba In The Rain ;
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away Encore The Mighty Quinn (Quinn The Eskimo)
It might not be Halloweentown yet, but itâs never too early to visit St. Helens! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to Oregon. Itâs August 23rd, 1969 and The Grateful Dead are playing at Pelletier Farm as part of the Bullfrog 3 Festival. Along the way, discussions abound about 710 Haight Ashbury, Tom Constantenâs GoFundMe, and the Bullfrog 3 Festival.
Hard To Handle
Mama Tried >
High Time
Casey Jones
Easy Wind
Sittin On Top Of The World
Dark Star >
St. Stephen >
The Eleven >
Turn On Your Love Light
And We Bid You Good Night
If you canât meet up at the movies, you can at least hang out with us! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to the Winterland Coliseum. Itâs October 19th, 1974 and the Grateful Dead are playing the shows that will make up The Grateful Dead Movie. Discussions abound about the movie, the Whoâs âfinal tourâ and a slowed down Dire Wolf.
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Me and My Uncle
Friend Of The Devil
Beat It On Down The Line
It Must Have Been The Roses
El Paso
Loose Lucy
Black Throated Wind
Scarlet Begonias
To Lay Me Down
Mama Tried
Eyes Of The World >
China Doll
Big River
Seastones
Uncle John's Band
Big Railroad Blues
The Race is On
Tomorrow Is Forever
Mexicali Blues
Dire Wolf
Sugar Magnolia >
He's Gone >
Truckin' >
Caution (Do Not Stop on Tracks) Jam >
Drums >
Truckin' >
Black Peter
Sunshine Daydream
One More Saturday Night
U.S. Blues
Holy Sh!t this Shakedown! We're shaking it down to South Philly as the boys rock the spectrum! A FiG-pod including GD 60, a new JGB offering, and FiG's anticipation of seeing the Grateful Dead Movie in IMAX! Shoutout to JWG3 who's review is featured. Stay tuned for set 1! Also 10/24/72 is discussed.
Here's the set from 4/26/83:
One
Shakedown Street [14:09] ; New Minglewood Blues [8:09] ; They Love Each Other [8:16] ; Me And My Uncle [3:24] > Mexicali Blues [5:09] ; Maybe You Know [4:58] ; West L.A. Fadeaway [7:31] ; My Brother Esau [5:16] ; It Must Have Been The Roses [5:22] ; Let It Grow [12:28]
Two
Help On The Way [3:12] > Slipknot! [5:11] > Franklin's Tower [9:45] > Man Smart (Woman Smarter) [6:56] > Drums [7:#07] > Space [11:38] > Truckin' [7:33] > Morning Dew [10:25] > Throwing Stones [9:32#] > Not Fade Away [8:21]
Encore
U.S. Blues [4:46]
Here's the JerryBase page for the show
We're snackin on potato chips listening to 10/28/79 as the boys rock Cape Cod! Conversations abound as hosts TheGame and FiG wildly speculate about GD 60 (dated we know), Jerry's Bday, and his life long love affair with Golden Gate Park! Stay tuned for set 2!
One
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo [13:27] >
Franklin's Tower [17:41] ;
Mama Tried [2:31] >
Mexicali Blues [4:24] ;
Althea [7:48] ;
Passenger [5:14] ;
Ramble On Rose [7:49] ;
The Music Never Stopped [9:36]
Two
China Cat Sunflower [7:20] >
I Know You Rider [7:25] ;
Samson And Delilah [7:35] ;
Ship Of Fools [7:40] ;
Playing In The Band [19:08] >
Drums [7:#23] >
Space [4:12] >
Stella Blue [8:27] >
Sugar Magnolia [8:27]
Encore
U.S. Blues [5:26]
The venue isnât named after Knob, but we still had a real good time. This week on Help on the Way, our hosts FiG and Knob are headed to Clarkston, Missouri. Itâs June 19th, 1991 and the Grateful Dead are playing Pine Knob Music Theatre. Discussions abound about Bruce Hornsby, the role of Victim or the Crime, and nepo hosts.
Feel Like a Stranger
They Love Each Other
New Minglewood Blues
Dire Wolf
Queen Jane Approximately
Ramble on Rose
Promised Land
Victim or the Crime >
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire on the Mountain >
Man Smart, Woman Smarter >
Drums >
Space >
Stella Blue >
The Other One >
Johnny B. Goode
The Mighty Quinn
Amphitheatre? I hardly know âer. This week on Help on the Way podcast, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to sunny Sacramento, California. Itâs May 3rd, 1991 and the Grateful Dad are playing at the Cal Expo Center. Discussions abound about the wrap-up of the West LA Giveaway, and the Grateful Dead and America (it was recorded the week of the 4th of July).
Bertha
Greatest Story Ever Told
West L.A. Fadeaway
Queen Jane Approximately
Jack-A-Roe
It's All Over Now
Tennessee Jed
Let It Grow
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Estimated Prophet
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
All Along The Watchtower >
Stella Blue
Turn On Your Love Light
US Blues
Iâve got to moooooove. Because this week, our host FiG is heading to the Cow Place. Itâs March 23rd, 1974 and the Grateful Dead are playing in Daly City, California. Along the way, discussions abound about Meet Up at the Movies 2025, The Wall of Sound, and a show of firsts.
U.S. Blues
The Promised Land
Brown Eyed Women
Mexicali Blues
Tennessee Jed
Black Throated Wind
Scarlet Begonias
Beat It On Down The Line
It Must Have Been The Roses
El Paso
Deal
Cassidy
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Weather Report Suite Prelude >
Weather Report Suite Part >
Let It Grow
Playing In The Band >
Uncle John's Band >
Morning Dew >
Uncle John's Band >
Playing In The Band
Ship Of Fools
Big River
Ramble On Rose
Me And My Uncle
Bertha
Around And Around
Wharf Rat >
Sugar Magnolia
Casey Jones
One More Saturday Night
Itâs not really square, and itâs not really a garden, and I donât know who Madison is. But this week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by special guest Dew Roller to talk head to New York City. Itâs September 22nd, 1993, and the Grateful Dead are playing Madison Square Garden. Along the way, discussions abound about Tiny Tim, the history of Dark Star, and what makes a good sit-in.
Watch FiG and Dew Roller appear on the Unmixed and Unmastered podcast about Brian Eno's ambient series: https://youtu.be/a1eSmPLmbds?si=Jmls1rOkJBonvgv_
Help on the Way >
Slipknot! >
Franklinâs Tower >
New Minglewood Blues
Ramble on Rose
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Bird Song *
Easy Answers
Lazy River Road
Estimated Prophet * >
Dark Star * >
Drums * >
Space * >
Wharf Rat * >
Throwing Stones >
Turn on Your Love Light
I Fought the Law
* with David Murray
** also with James Cotton
Run Rudolph Run! Itâs time for Christmas in⊠June. This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to New York City. Itâs December 4th, 1971, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Felt Forum at Madison Square Garden. Conversations abounded about the West LA Giveaway, The Felt Forum, and a very "farty" kick drum.
Truckin'
Sugaree
Mr. Charlie
Beat It On Down The Line
Tennessee Jed
Jack Straw
Run Rudolph Run
You Win Again
Me and Bobby McGee
Comes A Time
El Paso
Smokestack Lightning
One More Saturday Night
Cumberland Blues
Ramble On Rose
Me and My Uncle >
The Other One >
Mexicali Blues >
The Other One >
Wharf Rat
Casey Jones
The Frampitheatre Comes Alive! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Palo Alto. Itâs April 30th, 1988 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Frost Ampitheatre in Palo Alto, California. Along the way, discussions abound about the passing of Sly Stone, the debut of Let the Good Times Roll, and rare encores
Good Times >
Feel Like a Stranger
Row Jimmy
Walking Blues
Hey Pocky Way
Ramble on Rose
Let It Grow
Shakedown Street
Man Smart Woman Smarter
Ship of Fools >
Playinâ in the Band >
Drums >
Space >
Goinâ Down the Road Feelinâ Bad >
All Along the Watchtower >
Black Peter >
Sugar Magnolia
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider >
One More Saturday Night
No better cure for the summertime blues than a quick trip to Winterland. This week, our host Knob is heading to San Francisco. Itâs March 24th, 1971 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Winterland Arena. Along the way, discussions abound about Pigpenâs strengths as player and singer, how songs evolved in â71, and how Knobâs voice was shredded at karaoke.
Greatest Story Ever Told >
Johnny B. Goode
Next Time You See Me
Loser
Truckin >
Drums >
The Other One
Bertha
Sugar Magnolia
Iâm a King Bee
Beat It On Down the Line
Casey Jones
Hard to Handle
Playinâ in the Band
Not Fade Away >
Goin Down the Road Feelin Bad >
Not Fade Away
Uncle Johnâs Band
Happy sixth of July! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are headed down to Washington DC. Itâs July 6th, 1986 and the Grateful Dead are playing at RFK Stadium. On the way, discussions abound about whether GD60 is streamed, Boss Baby Game, and the return of the West LA Giveaway.
Hell In A Bucket >
Sugaree
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Row Jimmy
Cassidy
Althea
Let It Grow
Saint Of Circumstance >
Iko Iko
Looks Like Rain >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Stella Blue >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
Brokedown Palace
Grab your gloves! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Michigan. Itâs June 8th, 1993, and the Grateful Dead are playing at The Palace in Auburn, Michigan. Discussions abound about JRAD in Asbury Park, the history of That Would Be Something, and our first ever West LA GiveawayâŠ
For giveaway guesses, please email helponthewaypod@gmail.com
Picasso Moon
Althea
Queen Jane Approximately
It Must Have Been The Roses
It's All Over Now
Bird Song
Truckin' >
New Speedway Boogie >
That Would Be Something >
Way To Go Home >
Saint Of Circumstance >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
The Last Time >
Standing On the Moon >
Turn On Your Love Light
I Fought The Law
This week, weâre headlights on a southbound train. Our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Louisville, Kentucky. Itâs July 6th, 1990, and the Grateful Dead are playing at Cardinals Stadium. Along the way, discussions abound about the mixolydian scale, Dead and Coâs San Francisco shows, and what makes Standing on the Moon so good.
Hell in a Bucket >
Sugaree
Easy to Love You
Peggy-O
Desolation Row
West LA Fadeaway
Picasso Moon
Ramble on Rose
Music Never Stopped
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider >
Man Smart Woman Smarter >
Standing on the Moon >
Heâs Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Truckinâ >
Wharf Rat >
GDTRFB >
Around and Around
Itâs All Over Now, Baby Blue
More like Dyladelphia, am I right? This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Knobâs dad, as we head down the golden road (well, really I-676). Itâs July 10th, 1987, and the Grateful Dead are playing at JFK Stadium in Philadelphia, PA. Discussions abound about an iguana named Iko, the story of Black Peter, and, of course, the 2024 movie A Complete Unknown.
Iko Iko
Jack Straw
Sugaree
New Minglewood Blues
Althea
My Brother Esau
When Push Comes to Shove
Cassidy
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Looks Like Rain
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
I Need a Miracle >
Black Peter >
Around and Around >
One More Saturday Night
Tangled Up in Blue
I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Man of Peace
Frankie Lee and Judas Priest
John Brown
Simple Twist of Fate
Ballad of a Thin Man
Stuck Inside of Mobile
Chimes of Freedom
Queen Jane Approximately >
Gotta Serve Somebody
Joey
All Along the Watchtower
Touch of Grey
Go to Haven! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to New Haven, Connecticut. Itâs May 10th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing Veteransâ Memorial Coliseum. Itâs the night before the mescaline show, and the band is having a lot of fun. Discussions abound about FiGâs trip to the sphere.
Jack Straw
They Love Each Other
Cassidy
Ramble On Rose
Me and My Uncle >
Big River
Peggy-O
Let It Grow >
Deal
Bertha >
Good Lovin'
It Must Have Been The Roses
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
The Other One >
Wharf Rat >
Sugar Magnolia
U.S. Blues
Donât kick the Hornets nest! This week, our hosts FiG, Game, and Knob are heading to Charlotte, North Carolina. Itâs March 24th, 1995 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about FiGâs upcoming trip to The Sphere, how audience energy feeds a show, and whether or not If the Shoe Fits is a good song.
Feel Like a Stranger
Stagger Lee
Minglewood Blues
High Time
If the Shoe Fits
Black Throated Wind
Bird Song >
Promised Land
Here Comes Sunshine
Samba in the Rain
Women are Smarter
Eyes of the World >
Drums >
Space >
The Last Time >
Black Peter >
Around and Around
Liberty
Two coasts, three decades apart. This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Seattle and then taking a red-eye straight to Albany. They listen to a Spanish Jam from January 27th, 1968 at the [Go] Eagles[!] Auditorium. Then they check out all of March 21st, 1995 at the Knickerbocker Arena. Discussions abound about The Sphere, FiGâs new found love of 1995 Dead, and a surprising grade for this Scarlet > Fire.
Hell In A Bucket
Loser
Take Me To The River
Row Jimmy
Broken Arrow
Promised Land
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Women Are Smarter
It's All Too Much
Playing In The Band >
Drums >
Space >
Easy Answers >
Morning Dew
U.S. Blues
As the Bucks make their way towards the playoffs*, we make our way to Milwaukee! This week, our host FiG is getting himself a mansion in Wisconsin. Itâs October 23rd, 1972, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Milwaukee Performing Arts Center. Discussions abound about the deextinction of the Dire Wolf, Daveâs Picks 54, and the free GD Channel on Sirius XM.
*show description written on 4/10/25, Bucks may no longer be making their way to the playoffs by the time you see this.
The Promised Land
Sugaree
Big River
Loser
Jack Straw
Deal
El Paso
Tennessee Jed
Black Throated Wind
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Mexicali Blues
Stella Blue
Beat It On Down The Line
Rockin' Pneumonia And The Boogie Woogie Flu
Playing In The Band
Bertha
Me And My Uncle
Brown Eyed Women
Greatest Story Ever Told
Brokedown Palace
Dark Star >
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Me And Bobby McGee
Tomorrow Is Forever
Sugar Magnolia >
Uncle John's Band
One More Saturday Night
We got the Terminal Island Correctional Facility Blues. This week our host FiG is heading to San Pedro, California. Itâs August 4th, 1971 and the Grateful Dead are playing Terminal Island Correctional Facility. Discussions abound about Bobby Weir and the Wolf Bros in London and Herb Greeneâs passing.
Truckin'
Yellow Dog Story
Bertha
Me And Bobby McGee
Hard To Handle
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Loser
Playing In The Band
Next Time You See Me
Me And My Uncle
Casey Jones
Cumberland Blues
Big Boss Man
Sugaree
El Paso
Mr. Charlie
Not Fade Away >
Going Down The Road Feeling Bad >
Turn On Your Lovelight
Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Uniondale, New York. Itâs May 8th, 1981 and the Grateful Dead are playing at Nassau Coliseum. Discussions abound about Ken Jenningsâ favorite Grateful Dead songs, the start of the Sphere run, and the platonic ideal of a Loser.
Jack Straw
Peggy-O
Me and My Uncle >
Big River
Loser
C.C. Rider >
Althea
Let It Grow >
Donât Ease Me In
Shakedown Street >
Samson and Delilah
Terrapin Station >
Playinâ in the Band >
Drums >
Space >
Not Fade Away >
Nobodyâs Fault But Mine Jam >
Stella Blue >
Sugar Magnolia
US Blues
We recorded this too early for JWG3s comment!
Iâm in love with a Jersey show. This week, our host Knob celebrates their home state. Itâs April 26, 1977 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the a Capitol Theatre in Passaic, New Jersey. Discussions abound about what to expect from the Sphere, the importance of Betty Cantor-Jackson and the transitional nature of 1977.
Bertha
Me and My Uncle
It Must Have Been the Roses
Cassidy
Tennessee Jed
Big River
Friend of the Devil
Estimated Prophet
Deal
Good Lovinâ
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Todeloo
Dancinâ in the Streets >
Drums >
Eyes of the World >
Samson and Delilah
Stella Blue >
Sugar Magnolia
86 those blues, June 86 that is. This week, our host Knob is heading to Berkeley, California. Itâs June 22nd, 1986 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Greek Theatre. Along the way, discussions abound about the best year for Row Jimmy, what separates New Minglewood Blues, and the podcast becomes a true crime podcast about Terrapin Crossroads.
Jack Straw
It Must Have Been The Roses
Cassidy
Row Jimmy
Minglewood Blues >
Big Railroad Blues
Mama Tried >
Big River
Stagger Lee
Hell In A Bucket >
Might As Well
Fire On The Mountain >
Samson & Delilah
Ship of Fools >
Women Are Smarter >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Stella Blue >
Turn On Your Love Light
U.S. Blues
Box Of Rain
This week, our host FiG finds himself in Rosemont, Illinois. Itâs April 11th, 1989, and the Grateful Dead are playing the Rosemont Horizon. Discussions abound about a rare off night for Bobby, Help on the Way LA, and executive producer Baby Game executive producing Game right off the show.
Shakedown Street
Little Red Rooster
Friend Of The Devil
Victim Or The Crime
Built To Last
We Can Run
Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again
Deal
Samson and Delilah
Crazy Fingers
Playin' In The Band >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Standing On the Moon
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
U.S. Blues
Keep it weird! This week, our host FiG is heading to Portland, Oregon. Itâs February 2nd, 1968 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Crystal Ballroom. Discussions abound about David Gansâ new course at Stanford and the anniversary of Estimated Prophet and Terrapin Station.
Viola Lee Blues >
Feedback
Thatâs It For The Other One >
Clementine >
Good Morning Little Schoolgirl
Itâs all about La Bamba! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are headed to Providence, Rhode Island. Itâs September 7th, 1987 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Providence Civic Center. Discussions abound about La Bamba the song, La Bamba the movie, and you guessed it, La Bamba.
Feel Like A Stranger >
Franklin's Tower
Walkin' Blues
When Push Comes To Shove
My Brother Esau
It Must Have Been The Roses
Far From Me
Let It Grow
Iko Iko
Saint Of Circumstance
Ship of Fools
Uncle John's Band >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
Spoonful >
Black Peter >
Around & Around >
Good Lovin' >
La Bamba >
Good Lovin'
Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Weâre going to Oakland, eh? This week, our host Game is heading to Oakland, California. Itâs September 12th, 1985 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Henry J. Kaiser Convention Center. Along the way discussions abound about DogFish Headâs new Grateful Dead pale ale.
Greatest Story Ever Told >
Bertha
It's All Over Now
Row Jimmy
My Brother Esau >
Big Railroad Blues >
Looks Like Rain >
Might As Well
Help On The Way >
Slipknot! >
Franklin's Tower >
Playin' In The Band >
Drums >
The Other One >
Black Peter >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
Not Fade Away >
Brokedown Palace
Bruuuuuce. Hornsby, that is. This week FiG is joined by longtime friend of the pod JWG3! Itâs March 23rd, 1995 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum in Charlotte, NC. Along the way, discussions abound about the MusicCares benefit, Pearl Jam, and the power of Grateful Dead podcasts.
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Wang Dang Doodle
Cold Rain and Snow
El Paso
Loser
Easy Answers
So Many Roads
Unbroken Chain
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire on the Mountain >
Corrina >
Mathilda >
Drums >
Space >
Days Between >
Good Lovin'
The Weight
Itâll always be Deer Creek to me! This week, FiG heads to Noblesville, Indiana by his lonesome. A FiGpod!! Itâs July 15th, 1989 and the Grateful Dead are playing Deer Creek Music Center. Monologues abound about the last lost live show being found, and FiG wraps up season 3!
Bertha
Greatest Story Ever Told
Candyman
Walkin' Blues
Peggy-O
Queen Jane Approximately
We Can Run
Bird Song
Foolish Heart >
Victim Or The Crime >
Crazy Fingers >
Truckin' >
Smokestack Lightnin' >
Drums >
Space >
China Doll >
All Along The Watchtower >
Stella Blue
Sugar Magnolia
Brokedown Palace
He is a friend of mine! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Mike from Guess the Year! Itâs November 16th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Uptown Theater in Chicago, IL. Discussions abound about MusicCares, the one song theory, and our evolving relationship with Grateful Dead music.
Check out Guess the Year : https://guesstheyear.net/
And come see his show at The Bitter End on 2/16 : https://donyc.com/events/2025/2/16/guess-the-year-tickets
New Minglewood Blues
Dire Wolf
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
They Love Each Other
Looks Like Rain
Brown Eyed Women
Beat It On Down The Line
Stagger Lee
Dancin' In The Streets >
Deal
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Samson & Delilah
He's Gone >
Drums >
Black Peter >
Truckin'
U.S. Blues
Fare you well, Keith and Donna! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are listening to the Grateful Deadâs February 17th, 1979 show at the Oakland Coliseum. Discussions abound about the Grateful Deadâs most played venues, Dead Ahead, and what Knobâs eating for breakfast (the answer may surprise you.)
Greatest Story Ever Told
Don't Ease Me In
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
Friend Of The Devil
Passenger
High Time
Looks Like Rain
Jack A Roe
Lazy Lightning >
Supplication
Might As Well
I Need A Miracle >
Bertha >
Good Lovin'
From The Heart Of Me
Big Railroad Blues
Terrapin Station >
Playin' In The Band >
Drums >
The Wheel >
Shakedown Street >
Playin' In The Band >
Sugar Magnolia
One More Saturday Night
Well, I do declare! This week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Charlotte, North Carolina. Itâs December 10th, 1973 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Charlotte Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about Jam Band New Years Shows, the first Peggy-O, and Donnaâs maternity leave from the band.
Bertha
Mexicali Blues
Deal
Jack Straw
Tennessee Jed
Big River
Don't Ease Me In
El Paso
Brown-Eyed Women
Playinâ in the Band
Promised Land
Peggy-O
Me & My Uncle
Row Jimmy
Me and Bobby McGee
Big Railroad Blues
Truckinâ >
Nobody's Fault But Mine >
Eyes of the World >
Brokedown Palace
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Sugar Magnolia>
Goinâ Down the Road Feelinâ Bad >
Sunshine Daydream
Casey Jones
Just a quick one with FiG and Knob as we ring in the new year and featuring set 2 of 3/9/92!
One Jack Straw (6:00) ;
West L.A. Fadeaway (8:16) ;
Me And My Uncle(3:06) >
Big River (6:40) ;
Row Jimmy (11:09) ;
Cassidy (7:03) ;
Deal (9:13) Two Victim Or The Crime (7:27) ;
Iko Iko (10:49) ;
Corrina (11:37) >
Dark Star (14:13) >
Drums (12:15) >
Space (14:28) >
I Need A Miracle (6:33) >
Morning Dew (12:50) Encore (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction (6:15)
Happy holidays from all of us at the Help on the Way podcast! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob trade their mixing bowls for the Yale Bowl. Yes, itâs Christmas in July- July 31st, 1971 to be precise - and the Grateful Dead are playing in New Haven, Connecticut. Discussions abound about the first Mr. Charlie, the Kennedy Center Honors, and a The Who concert that both our hosts were atâŠ
Truckin'
Sugaree
Mr. Charlie
Mama Tried
Big Railroad Blues
Hard To Handle
Loser
Playin' In The Band >
Dark Star >
Bird Song
El Paso
Me And Bobby McGee
Bertha
Big Boss Man
Me & My Uncle
Deal
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Sing Me Back Home
Sugar Magnolia
Casey Jones
Not Fade Away >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Darkness Jam >
Not Fade Away
Uncle John's Band >
Johnny B. Goode
This week, the podcast goes to Hollywood! Our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to the Hollywood Palladium. Itâs September 10th, 1972 and the Grateful Dead are playing with special guest David Crosby. Along the way, discussions abound about the differences between Europe 72 and Fall 72, Zakir Hussain, and the best Beat It On Down the Line intro weâve ever heard.
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Bertha
Greatest Story Ever Told
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Black Throated Wind
Bird Song
Promised Land
Deal
El Paso
Sugaree
Playin' In The Band
Casey Jones
He's Gone >
Truckin'
Ramble On Rose
Beat It On Down The Line
Black Peter
Dark Star * >
Drums >
Jack Straw *
Sing Me Back Home *
Sugar Magnolia *
One More Saturday Night
*with David Crosby
Itâs Hot âLanta! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by David Davis, author of the new book âThe Economic History of the Grateful Dead,â aka Grateful Seconds. Theyâre heading down to Atlanta for the Grateful Deadâs April 2nd, 1990 show at The Omni Coliseum. Along the way, discussions abound about the future of the Grateful Dead vault, the Kennedy Center Honors, and why the band dropped Death Donât Have No Mercy.
Email davidadavis@gmail.com to order signed first copy editions of the book! Also available on Amazon.
Feel Like A Stranger
Mississippi Half Step Uptown Toodleloo >
The Weight
Queen Jane Approximately
Easy To Love You
Brown Eyed Women
Let It Grow
Foolish Heart >
Looks Like Rain
He's Gone >
The Last Time >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Death Don't Have No Mercy
Around & Around >
Good Lovin'
Black Muddy River
Itâs all uphill from here! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are headed to Wisconsin. Itâs July 6th, 1984 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Alpine Valley Music Theatre in East Troy, Wisconsin. Discussions abound about Grahamâs donor rap, a solid Little Red Rooster, and the history of FiG and Knobâs friendship.
Iko Iko
Jack Straw >
Big Railroad Blues
Little Red Rooster
Candyman
Me & My Uncle >
Mexicali Blues
Bird Song
Let It Grow
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Ship of Fools
Women Are Smarter
Drums >
Space >
Dear Mr. Fantasy >
The Other One >
Black Peter >
Why Don't We Do It In The Road >
Around & Around Jam
Sugar Magnolia
Touch Of Gray
BEAR with us, because this week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Chicago. Itâs July 5th, 1969 and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Kinetic Playground in Chicago, IL. Along the way, discussions abound about Bob Weirâs future plans, Incredible Machine, and a Baby Blue that physically hurts.
Morning Dew
Dark Star >
St. Stephen >
The Eleven >
It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
China Cat Sunflower >
High Time >
Mama Tried
Hard To Handle
Casey Jones
Turn on Your Lovelight
Those cornfed fillies start looking good! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Iowa! Specifically, the Iowa Fieldhouse at Iowa University in Iowa City, Iowa. Itâs August 10th, 1982, and the Grateful Dead are wrapping up their summer tour! Discussions abound about skipping past technical difficulties, Bob Weirâs recent career moves, and the power of dynamics.
Feel Like A Stranger
Friend Of The Devil
New Minglewood Blues
Tennessee Jed
Cassidy
It Must Have Been The Roses
Beer Barrel Polka >
On The Road Again >
Beat It On Down The Line
Stagger Lee
I Need A Miracle >
Bertha
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Lost Sailor >
Saint Of Circumstance >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Iko Iko >
Truckin' >
Stella Blue >
Sugar Magnolia
It's All Over Now Baby Blue >
Johnny B. Goode
Weâre having a Garden Party! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to New York City! Itâs September 18th, 1990 and the Grateful Dead are playing at Madison Square Garden! Discussions abound about Hornsbyâs early days, an awesome Foolish Heart jam, and we finally solve the age old question of whether Picasso Moon is good or not.
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
New Minglewood Blues
Loser
Picasso Moon
Row Jimmy
Desolation Row
To Lay Me Down
Promised Land
Eyes Of The World >
Estimated Prophet >
Foolish Heart >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
The Wheel >
Sugar Magnolia
Knockin' On Heaven's Door
We're shipping up to Boston to feature Set 2 of an iconic late 1969 gig from a venue with one of my favorite names ever: The Boston Tea Party! Game-pod only this week so conversation does not abound but the jams do, especially that dope Dark Star (with the windchimes). Here's the set:
One -
Intro [1:31] ;
Good Lovin' [1:43] >
Drums [1:16] >
Good Lovin' [6:08];[1:27] ;
Mama Tried [2:29];[0:30] ;
New Speedway Boogie [8:33];[1:04] ;
Casey Jones [3:57];[0:39] ;
Black Peter [12:35];[0:34] ;
Me And My Uncle [3:02];[1:02] ;
Midnight Hour [10:01];[1:01] ;
Cumberland Blues [6:00]%[1:01] ;
Cryptical Envelopment [2:03] >
Drums [4:54] >
The Other One [13:11#] >
Cryptical Envelopment >
Cosmic Charlie [#7:35];[0:18] %
Two -
Uncle John's Band [7:36] >
Mason's Children [7:13] >
China Cat Sunflower [2:47] >
Jam [2:37] >
I Know You Rider [4:11];[0:14] ;
Dark Star [19:00#] >
Alligator [#0:19] >
Drums [2:#55] >
The Eleven [11:05] >
Jam [4:53] >
And We Bid You Good Night Jam [1:17] >
Alligator reprise [1:00] >
Caution Jam [1:00] >
Feedback [1:00] >
And We Bid You Good Night [0:46];[0:48] %
Such a long long time to be gone and a short time to be there.
This week, our hosts FiG and Knob break format to eulogize Phil Lesh. The pair discuss Philâs countless contributions to the Grateful Dead, the ways in which Phil helped build up the modern jam band scene, and ours hostsâ chances to see Phil and Friends live.
This week on the Help on the Way pod we cover⊠another band??? Well, not really. This week, our host Knob takes us on a little dive into a show from Mickey and the Hartbeats. Itâs October 10th, 1968 at The Matrix in San Francisco. Knob dives into the history of Mickey and the Hartbeats and the jams they played, as well as the return of archive.org.
Jam
It's A Sin
Next Time You See Me Jam
The Rub Jam
Look On Yonder Wall
Jam >
Turn On Your Lovelight Jam >
Drums >
Jam >
The Other One Jam >
Jam >
Death Don't Have No Mercy
Dark Star Jam >
The Eleven Jam >
The Seven
Start spreading the news! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are melting these little town blues away. Itâs September 16th, 1988, and the Grateful Dead are playing Madison Square Garden. Along the way, discussions abound about our favorite music movies, Jerryâs subtle swagger, and King Kong.
Hey Pocky Way
New Minglewood Blues
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Me and My Uncle >
Mexicali Blues
To Lay Me Down
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Bird Song
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Ship of Fools
Estimated Prophet >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
I Need a Miracle >
Dear Mr. Fantasy >
Hey Jude (Coda) >
Sugar Magnolia
Itâs All Over Now, Baby Blue
The mothership is taking off! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to Hampton, Virginia for the Grateful Deadâs March 22nd, 1987 show at Hampton Coliseum. Discussions abound about the archive.org hack, the new Daveâs Picks, and whether the real Scarlet > Fire jam was in Estimated Prophet all along.
Hell in a Bucket
Sugaree
It's All Over Now
West L.A. Fadeaway
El Paso
When Push Comes to Shove
Cassidy
Deal
Sugar Magnolia >
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire on the Mountain >
Estimated Prophet >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
Black Peter >
Sunshine Daydream
Itâs All Over Now, Baby Blue
Itâs a wild kingdom! Cause this week, our hosts Game and FiG are going to Omaha. Itâs July 5th, 1978 and the Grateful Dead are playing the Omaha Civic Auditorium. Discussions abound about Billy Stringsâ baby, Knob slander, and the death of Kris Kristofferson.
Sugaree
Beat It On Down The Line
They Love Each Other
Looks Like Rain
Dire Wolf
It's All Over Now
Candyman
Lazy Lightnin' >
Supplication
Deal
Samson And Delilah
Ship Of Fools
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
Wharf Rat >
Truckin' >
Iko Iko >
Around And Around
The Promised Land
Repost due to tech issue!
Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Uniondale, NY for the Grateful Deadâs April 4th, 1993 show. Discussions abound about Vinceâs role in the band, GD60 rumors, and well wishes to The Professor from DeadPod.
In the Midnight Hour
Sugaree
Walkin' Blues
Dire Wolf
When I Paint My Masterpiece
So Many Roads
Eternity
Bird Song
Eyes Of The World
Samson & Delilah
Broken Arrow
Estimated Prophet >
Drums* >
Space >
The Other One >
Attics Of My Life
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
Liberty
Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Game are heading to Uniondale, NY for the Grateful Deadâs April 4th, 1993 show. Discussions abound about Vinceâs role in the band, GD60 rumors, and well wishes to The Professor from DeadPod.
In the Midnight Hour
Sugaree
Walkin' Blues
Dire Wolf
When I Paint My Masterpiece
So Many Roads
Eternity
Bird Song
Eyes Of The World
Samson & Delilah
Broken Arrow
Estimated Prophet >
Drums* >
Space >
The Other One >
Attics Of My Life
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
Liberty
Weâve gone about as far as we can go! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Kansas City. Theyâll be listening to the Grateful Deadâs October 28th, 1977 show at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Hall. Along the way, discussions abound about MLBâs Jerry Garcia nights, Daveâs picks, and Knobâs adventures in Asbury Park.
Promised Land
They Love Each Other
Cassidy
Tennessee Jed
Mexicali Blues >
Big River
Brown Eyed Women
Lazy Lightning >
Supplication
Deal
Samson & Delilah
Candyman
Sunrise
Passenger
He's Gone >
Drums >
Not Fade Away >
Stella Blue >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Around and Around
Casey Jones
Put on your Caps jerseys! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to Landover, Maryland. On the way, they discuss the Grateful Deadâs September 12th, 1987 show at the Capital Centre. Along the way, discussions abound about the dust settling on D&Câs Sphere run, Brentâs lack of a middle name, and the belt makes its return.
Hell In A Bucket
Loser
Me & My Uncle
Big River
Ramble On Rose
Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues
Hey Pocky Way
Cassidy
Might As Well
Cumberland Blues
Samson & Delilah
Ship of Fools
Women Are Smarter >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
I Need A Miracle >
Morning Dew >
Turn On Your Love Light
One More Saturday Night
Black Muddy River
Take a trip down memory lane, and by lane we mean I-89. This week our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by Knobâs Dad on their trip to Vermont. Itâs June 15th, 1995, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Franklin County State Airport in Highgate, Vermont. Discussions abound about what makes harmonies work, a hibachi grill on tour, and the short lived Rollinâ and Tumblinâ
Touch Of Grey
Wang Dang Doodle
Peggy-O
El Paso
Ramble On Rose
Black Throated Wind
Loose LucyâšThe Promised Land
Here Comes Sunshine
Samba In The Rain
Truckin' >
Rollin' And Tumblin' >
That Would Be Something >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Box Of Rain >
Standing On The Moon >
Sugar Magnolia
Liberty
Beat it on down the⊠club. This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to West Germany for the Grateful Deadâs April 21, 1972 show at the Beat Club in Bremen. On the way, discussions abound about the Veneta anniversary, television production in the 70s, and explain Gameâs unexplained absence.
Bertha
Playin in the Band
Mr. Charlie
Sugaree
One More Saturday Night
Playin in the Band
Beat It On Down the Line
Truckin >
Drums >
The Other One
Grab your Jaguars jersey! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Jacksonville for the Grateful Deadâs April 8, 1978 show at Veteranâs Memorial Coliseum. Discussions abound about the tenth anniversary of the HotW threads, IGN reviews, and we make some very intelligent comparisons to Phish.
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Me And My Uncle >
Big River
They Love Each Other
Looks Like Rain
Deal
El Paso
It Must Have Been The Roses
Lazy Lightnin' >
Supplication
Samson And Delilah
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
Sugar Magnolia
One More Saturday Nigh
Everybodyâs in LA! This week, our host FiG embarks on a trek to the golden state to hear the Grateful Deadâs November 20th, 1971 show at the Pauley Pavilion. Discussions abound about the end of the Sphere, Keith Godchaux, Donna's Wooing(?) and The Other One
Bertha
Me & My Uncle
Sugaree
Beat It On Down The Line
Tennessee Jed
Mexicali Blues
Brown Eyed Women
El Paso
Big Railroad Blues
Jack Straw
Cumberland Blues
Playin' In The Band
Casey Jones
One More Saturday Night
Truckin' >
Drums >
The Other One >
Ramble On Rose
Sugar Magnolia
You Win Again
Not Fade Away >
China Cat Sunflower Jam >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Not Fade Away
Happy New⊠August. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Deadâs December 31st, 1979 show at the Oakland Auditorium Arena. Discussions abound about the Sphere, pitch wheels, and a Samson that just wonât quit.
Jack Straw >
Franklin's Tower
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
Tennessee Jed
Looks Like Rain >
Alabama Getaway >
Promised Land
Sugar Magnolia >
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Samson & Delilah
Ship of Fools
Lost Sailor >
Saint Of Circumstance >
Deal
Althea >
Minglewood Blues
Uncle John's Band >
Drums >
Space >
Not Fade Away >
Stella Blue >
Sunshine Daydream
Good Lovin'
Keep it weird! This week, our host Knob takes a solo trek to Portland, Oregon to hear the Grateful Deadâs August 15th, 1981 show at the Portland Memorial Coliseum. Along the way, thereâs much to say about the New Box Set, what makes a good ballad, and Blueâs Clues.
CANDACE BRIGHTMAN GOFUNDME : https://www.gofundme.com/f/grateful-dead-lighting-designer-candace-brightman
Shakedown Street >
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Tennessee Jed
Cassidy
Candyman >
CC Rider
Althea
Let It Grow
Might As Well
Man Smart Woman Smarter
To Lay Me Down >
Lost Sailor >
Saint Of Circumstance >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Not Fade Away >
Black Peter >
Sugar Magnolia
One More Saturday Night
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Go to Nassau! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out to Long Island for the Grateful Deadâs September 8th, 1973 show at Nassau Coliseum. This show was released as Dickâs Picks 38. Discussions abound about Kennedy Center Honors, the debut of Weather Report Suite, and the newest Dave Pick.
Bertha
Me & My Uncle
Sugaree
Beat It On Down The Line
Tennessee Jed
Looks Like Rain
Brown Eyed Women
Jack Straw
Row Jimmy,
Weather Report Suite Prelude >
Weather Report Suite Part 1 >
Let It Grow
Eyes Of The World >
China Doll
Greatest Story Ever Told
Ramble On Rose
Big River
Let Me Sing Your Blues Away
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
El Paso
He's Gone >
Truckin' >
Not Fade Away >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Not Fade Away
Stella Blue >
One More Saturday Night
We canât stay much longer, Melinda. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to the Cumberland County Civic Center, for the Grateful Deadâs May 13th, 1979 show. Discussions abound about Brentâs early years, Peach at the Beach, and what makes a good El Paso.
Sugaree
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
Jack-a-Roe
Itâs All Over Now
Candyman
El Paso
Row Jimmy
Jack Straw
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire on the Mountain
Estimated Prophet >
Heâs Gone >
Truckinâ >
Drums >
Space >
Wharf Rat >
Around and Around
U.S. Blues
Going on down to Town Park, gonna have ourselves a time. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are headed to Telluride, Colorado for the Grateful Deadâs August 15th, 1987 show at Town Park. Discussions abound about midi fiddle, Bob Dylan lyrics, and a bite-sized Scarlet > Fire.
Feel Like A Stranger > âš
Franklin's Towerâš
New Minglewood Bluesâš
Candymanâš
Me and My Uncle > âš
Big River
âšTennessee Jedâš
Desolation Rowâš
Deal
Scarlet Begonias > âš
Fire On The Mountain > âš
Looks Like Rainâš
Eyes Of The World > âš
Drums >
Space > âš
I Need A Miracle >
âšBertha >âš
Morning Dew > âš
One More Saturday Night
It's All Over Now Baby Blue
Weâre wearing flowers in our hair. This week, our hosts FiG, Game and Knob are heading to San Francisco for the Grateful Deadâs December 12th, 1972 show at the Winterland Ballroom. Discussions abound about Janis Joplin, the history of Turlock, California, and the gang wins big on the dead.net slot machines.
Beat It On Down the LineâšBrown-Eyed WomenâšMexicali BluesâšBird SongâšJack Straw
Cumberland Blues
Box of Rain
El Paso
Don't Ease Me In
Me and Bobby McGee
Tennessee Jed
Around and Around
Playin' In The Band
He's Gone >
Truckin' >
The Other One
Sugar Magnolia
Sing Me Back Home
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
One More Saturday Night
Johnny B. Goode
Weâre ready to catch some rays! This week our host FiG heads to Tampa, Florida for the Grateful Deadâs October 26th, 1985 show at the Sun Dome. Discussions abound about the continuing Sphere run, Mickey talking about perineums in GQ, and whether King Brent keeps The Belt.
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Greatest Story Ever Told
Dupree's Diamond Blues
C.C. Rider
Stagger Lee
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Big Railroad Blues >
Looks Like Rain >
Don't Ease Me In
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Man Smart (Woman Smarter) >
He's Gone >
Don't Need Love >
Drums >
Space >
Comes A Time >
Throwing Stones >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad >
One More Saturday Night
In The Midnight Hour
Itâs all Greek to us! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are joined by friend of the show Gowanus Red, who provides his experience about seeing D&C at the Sphere. Our hosts then head out to California to see the Grateful Deadâs August 17th, 1989 show at the Greek Theatre at University of California in Berkley. Discussions abound about what crowds cheer for, Walkinâ Blues, and when you should first introduce your child to the Wook Flu.
Hell in a Bucket >
Sugaree
Walkin' Blues
Jack-a-Roe
Queen Jane Approximately
Candyman
Music Never Stopped
Don't Ease Me In
Touch of Grey >
Man Smart/Woman Smarter
Ship of Fools
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes of the World >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad >
Good Lovin'
Quinn the Eskimo
You can keep the Spectrum, we're heading to the Civic Center! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Philadelphia, PA. While they're there, they're listening to The Grateful Dead's April 20th, 1984 show at the Philadelphia Civic Center. This show was released as Dave's Picks 35. Discussions abound about My Brother Esau, Jerry's vocals, and the next band to play at the Sphere...
Feel Like A Stranger
Cold Rain & Snow
Beat It On Down The Line
Cumberland Blues
Little Red Rooster
Brown Eyed Women
My Brother Esau
It Must Have Been The Roses
Let It Grow
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain >
Samson & Delilah >
Drums >
I Need A Miracle >
Morning Dew >
Around & Around >
Johnny B. Goode
Keep Your Day Job
This week, our host Knob goes solo and visits Las Vegas. No, not for the Sphere, but for the Grateful Dead's March 29th, 1969 show at the Ice Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. Monologues abound about keeping up with the Sphere, Jerry/Pigpen interplay, and how Mickey Hart was ahead of his time.
Morning Dew
Good Morning Little School Girl
Doin' That Rag
Dark Star >
Saint Stephen >
The Eleven >
Turn On Your Love Light
You stay classy, San Diego! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are traveling out west to listen to the Grateful Dead's December 28th, 1978 show at Golden Hall in San Diego, California. Discussions abound over The Closing of Winterland, Keith v. Brent, and the passing of Bill Walton.
Sugaree
Finiculi Finicula
Beat It On Down The Line
Dire Wolf
Looks Like Rain
Stagger Lee
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Candyman
New Minglewood Blues
Tennessee Jed
Lazy Lightning >
Supplication Shakedown Street
From The Heart Of Me
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Truckin' >
Wharf Rat >
Sugar Magnolia Johnny B. Goode
These little town blues are melting away, as our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to New York, New York. This week, we're listening to the Grateful Deadâs December 7th, 1971 show at the Felt Forum at Madison Square Garden. Discussions abound about JRAD at the Stony Pony Summer Stage, Run Rudolph Run, and how harmonies were split by 70s Dead.
Get your throwing batteries ready, we're going to Philly. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are joined by a special guest- Knob's Dad. Knob's Dad relives his memories as we revisit the Grateful Dead's March 23rd, 1986 show at the Spectrum in Philadelphia, PA. Discussions abound about Willie and the Hand Jive, what song will open Dead and Co's Sphere Run, and driving home from the Spectrum.
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Deal
Willie and the Hand Jive
Candyman
Cassidy
West L.A. Fadeaway
Mama Tried >
Big River >
Might As Well
Shakedown Street >
Samson & Delilah
He's Gone >
Spoonful >
Drums >
The Other One >
Comes A Time >
Good Lovin' Keep Your Day Job
Holy July â89, Batman! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by legendary concert photographer Jay Blakesberg. Theyâre heading to Alpine Valley for the Grateful Deadâs July 18th, 1989 show. Along the way, they discuss Jayâs upcoming An American Beauty exhibit, the next generation of Deadheads, and Englishtown 77, which you should listen to when this is over.
Touch Of Gray
Jack Straw
Jack A Roe
New Minglewood Blues
Friend Of The Devil
Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again
Bird Song
Promised Land
Sugar Magnolia >
Scarlet Begonias >
Women Are Smarter >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
China Doll >
Dear Mr. Fantasy >
Hey Jude Coda >
Throwing Stones >
Sunshine Daydream
The Mighty Quinn
Weâre California dreaminâ, as our host FiG finds himself in LA. This week, heâs heading to the Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California to talk about the Grateful Deadâs December 16th, 1994 show. Monologues abound about Childhoodâs End, Branford Marsalis, and what the initials MNS stand for (editorâs note: he has since learned they stand for Music Never Stopped.)
Hell in a Bucket
Cold Rain & Snow
Minglewood Blues
So Many Roads
Childhood's End
Eternity
Don't Ease Me InEyes Of The World
Samba In The Rain
Estimated Prophet >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Wharf Rat >
Good Lovin' Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds
Upstate New Yorkâs got the ways and means! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Binghamton for the Grateful Deadâs May 9th, 1979 show. This was only the seventh show played by our friend Smiling Brent. Discussions abound about Brentâs early days, the new Taylor Swift album, and taking yet another step back.
Sugaree
Me & My Uncle
Loser
New Minglewood Blues
Friend Of The Devil
Looks Like Rain
Stagger Lee
Jack Straw
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
He's Gone >
Truckin' >
Drums >
Wharf Rat >
Sugar Magnolia
Johnny B. Goode
Weâre getting a mile high! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob heading west to Colorado to hear the Grateful Deadâs December 14th, 1990 show at the McNichols Sports Arena. Discussions abound about Victim or the Crime, viewer mail, and Knobâs killer impression of Bobâs slide solo.
Shakedown Street
Picasso Moon
Peggy-O
Little Red Rooster
Stagger Lee
Masterpiece
To Lay Me Down
Let it Grow
Victim or the Crime >
Foolish Heart >
Man Smart/Woman Smarter
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Dark Star >
I Need a Miracle >
Wharf Rat >
Turn on Your Love Light
Knockin' on Heaven's Door
And in the end, the dead you take is equal to the dead you make. This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Chicago for the Grateful Dead's July 9th, 1995 show at Soldier Field. This would be the last show Jerry Garcia ever played. Discussions abound about Robert Hunter's found manuscript, Childhood's End, and our upcoming lawsuit with Guess the Year.
Touch Of Grey
Little Red Rooster
Lazy River Road
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Childhood's End
Cumberland Blues
Promised Land
Shakedown Street
Samson & Delilah >
So Many Roads >
Samba in The Rain >
Corrina >
Drums >
Space >
Unbroken Chain >
Sugar Magnolia
Black Muddy River
Box Of Rain
Are you ready to rock?? Red rocks!! This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Morrison, Colorado for the Grateful Dead's July 27th, 1982 show at Red Rocks Ampitheatre. Discussions abound about what makes "On the Road Again" work, what shows we would time travel to, and what Jerry's favorite reality show would've been.
Jack Straw >
Sugaree
On The Road Again
It Must Have Been The Roses
Me And My Uncle >
Big River
Peggy-O >
Little Red Rooster
China Cat Sunflower] >
I Know You Rider
Playin' In The Band >
Terrapin Station >
Playin' In The Band Jam >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
The Other One >
Stella Blue >
Playin' In The Band (Reprise)
U.S. Blues
Grab your soup cans, we're heading to the Cafe Au Go Go! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to a helluva town for the Grateful Dead's September 29th, 1969 show at the Cafe Au Go Go. Discussions abound about Lenny Bruce, Knob's interview with Betty Cantor-Jackson, and The Grateful Dead's history in 7/8 time.
In a very special bonus episode of Help on the Way, Knob is joined by legendary audio engineer Betty Cantor-Jackson. The two discuss Betty's storied history working for the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band. Along the way, they talk about Grateful Dead Cover Bands, the making of Europe '72, and a little bit about 5/26/73 at Kezar Stadium.
Happy Boxing Day! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Dead's December 26th, 1981 at the Oakland Auditorium Arena. Discussions abound about Phil Lesh's 84th birthday clusterf*ck, A Day at the Dentist, and which New Jersey icons could rock The Other One.
Alabama Getaway >
Promised Land
Candyman
Little Red Rooster
Big Boss Man
Me And My Uncle >
Big River
Bird Song
It's All Over Now
Big Railroad Blues
Let It Grow
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Estimated Prophet >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
Black Peter >
Around And Around >
One More Saturday Night
Don't Ease Me In
This week on the Help on the Way podcast, we're having a two for one deal! Our hosts FiG and Knob are discussing two short Grateful Dead shows: 11/12/70 and 12/7/68. Discussions abound about the Phil Lesh Quintet, whether or not FiG will like Aoxomoxoa, and Knobâs overuse of the phrase ânot an all-timer.â
11/12/70
Till the Morning Comes
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Mama Tried
Good Lovin'
12/7/68
Dark Star >
St. Stephen >
The Eleven
Death Don't Have No Mercy
That's It For The Other One >
New Potato Caboose*
Rosemary
He Was A Friend Of Mine
It Hurts Me Too
Morning Dew >
And We Bid You Goodnight
Get on the LIRR, we're heading to Long Island! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game and FiG are Going to Nassau to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 28th, 1990 show at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY. Discussions abound about Knob seeing Phil, gushing over Brent, and how it's important not to overlook the night before a big show.
Cold Rain and Snow
New Minglewood Blues
Easy To Love You
High Time
Queen Jane Approximately
Loose Lucy
Cassidy
Deal
Foolish Heart
Looks Like Rain
Cumberland Blues
The Weight
Hey Pocky Way
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Wharf Rat >
Good Lovin'
Revolution
Meet us in St. Louis! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading out west to hear the Grateful Dead's December 10th, 1971 show at the Fox Theatre in St. Louis, Missouri. This show was released as part of the Listen to the River box set. Discussions abound about Peach on the Beach, the evolution of songs in 1971, and Game's love of the Beat It On Down the Line intro.
Bertha
Me & My Uncle
Mr. Charlie
Loser
Beat It On Down The Line
Sugaree
Jack Straw
Next Time You See Me
Tennessee Jed
El Paso
Big Railroad Blues
Casey Jones
Good Lovin'
Brokedown Palace
Playin' In The Band
Run Rudolph Run
Deal
Sugar Magnolia
Comes A Time
Truckin' >
Drums >
The Other One >
Sitting On Top Of The World >
The Other One >
Not Fade Away >
China Cat Sunflower Jam >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Not Fade Away
One More Saturday Night
Say hi to Kesey, we're going to Eugene! This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out west. They're going to listen to the Grateful Dead's January 22nd, 1978 show at McArthur Court at the University of Oregon. This show was released as Dave's Picks 23. Discussions abound about Vince Welnick's birthday, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, and some Cornell hot takes Knob has been sitting on for years.
New Minglewood Blues
Dire Wolf
Cassidy
Peggy-O
El Paso
Tennessee Jed
Jack Straw
Row Jimmy
The Music Never Stopped
Bertha >
Good Lovin'
Ship of Fools
Samson and Delilah
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
The Other One >
St. Stephen >
Not Fade Away >
Around and Around
U.S. Blues
California! This week on the Help on the Way Podcast, our hosts Game and Knob are heading to Watsonville, California to listen to the Grateful Dead's September 24th, 1983 show at the Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Discussions abound about the Phil Lesh Quintet, a fast Bird Song, and some rumors that Dead and Company might be playing The Sphere...
Alabama Getaway >
Promised Land
They Love Each Other
Me and My Uncle >
Mexicali Blues
Bird Song
Hell In A Bucket
Deep Elem Blues >
Looks Like Rain >
Keep Your Day Job
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Women Are Smarter
Ship of Fools
Truckin' >
Drums >
Uncle John's Band >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away >
Brokedown Palace
Finiculi Finicula
One More Saturday Night
SPAC(e). The final Frontier. This week on Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game and Knob are going where no podcasts have gone before- SPAC. They'll be listening to the Grateful Dead's show on June 27th, 1985 at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Discussions abound about The Sphere, how to pronounce the word "arguably", and some exciting new merch opportunities.
In the Midnight Hour >
Bertha >
Little Red Rooster
Stagger Lee >
El Paso
Crazy Fingers >
Supplication >
High Time
Hell In A Bucket >
Don't Ease Me In
Feel Like A Stranger >
Eyes Of The World >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Women Are Smarter >
Drums >
Space >
Truckin' >
Spoonful >
Black Peter >
Turn On Your Love Light
Johnny B. Goode >
It's All Over Now Baby Blue
Happy New Year! This week on the Season 2 Finale of Help on the Way, our hosts Game and Knob are heading to Oakland for the Grateful Dead's February 27th, 1994 show at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discussions abound about the Cosmic Charlie tease, The Beatles' "Rain," and, you guessed it, The Sphere.
Hell In A Bucket
Row Jimmy
New Minglewood Blues
Lazy River Road
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
Tennessee Jed
Easy Answers
Touch Of Gray
Samson & Delilah
Uncle John's Band >
Corinna >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Cosmic Charlie tease >
Wharf Rat >
Turn On Your Love Light
Rain
We're ga ga for Onondaga! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Syracuse for the Grateful Dead's May 17th, 1981 show at the Onondaga Auditorium. Discussions abound about Phil's new podcast, Bobby's slide solos, and Knob's Dad's take on the Philly Spectrum.
Alabama Getaway >
The Promised Land
Peggy-O
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
They Love Each Other >
New Minglewood Blues
Candyman >
Looks Like Rain
Big Railroad Blues >
Little Red Rooster
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Cold Rain And Snow >
Samson And Delilah
Ship Of Fools
Estimated Prophet >
He's Gone >
The Other One >
Drums >
Space >
Saint Of Circumstance >
Wharf Rat >
Sugar Magnolia
(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction
Cheerio, lads. This week on Help on the Way, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are crossing the pond for a little Europe 72 action. It's April 8th, 1972, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Wembley Empire Pool in London, England. Discussions abound about Dead Ahead, why this Dark Star works, and who would play Pigpen in a movie.
Bertha
Me & My Uncle
Mr. Charlie
Deal
Black-Throated Wind
Next Time You See Me
Cumberland Blues
Brown Eyed Women
Beat It On Down The Line
Tennessee Jed
Playin' In The Band
Good Lovin'
Looks Like Rain
Casey Jones
Truckin'
Big Railroad Blues
It Hurts Me Too
Dark Star >
Sugar Magnolia >
Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks)
One More Saturday Night
Wave that flag! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are celebrating the fourth of July six months early! They're heading to Bonner, Kansas, for the Grateful Dead's July 4th, 1990 show at the Sandstone Ampitheatre. Discussions abound about Just a Little Light, the triumphant return of Scarlet > Fire, and Knob reads some comments in an award-winning British accent.
Cold Rain and Snow >
Walkin' Blues
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Queen Jane Approximately
Loose Lucy
It's All Over Now
Loser
Promised Land
Victim Or The Crime
Foolish Heart
Just A Little Light
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Drums >
Jam >
The Wheel >
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Stella Blue >
Sugar Magnolia
U.S. Blues
Back to that same old place, sweet home... Rosemont. This week on Help on the Way, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob celebrate their hundredth episode with special guest Mike, host of the Guess the Year podcast. They're heading to Rosemont to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 10th, 1993 show at the Rosemont Horizon. Discussions abound about Dick Clark's Rockin' New Years Eve, what we want out of Peggy-O, and our hosts take a crack at playing Guess the Year.
Check out Guess the Year : https://guesstheyear.net/
Feel Like A Stranger
Stagger Lee
The Same Thing
Peggy-O
Queen Jane Approximately
Ramble On Rose
Let It Grow Eyes Of The WorldWay To Go HomeLazy River RoadCorinna >Mind Left Body Jam >Drums >Space >The Wheel >All Along The Watchtower >Standing On the Moon >Not Fade Away It's All Over Now Baby Blue
Happy Holidays! This week, to get in the holiday season, our host FiG is heading to the Big Apple for the Grateful Dead's September 18th, 1991 show at Madison Square Garden. Discussions (well, monologues) abound about a thoughtful essay from Kabonius.
In the Midnight Hour
Ramble On Rose
Wang Dang Doodle
Candyman
Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues Again
Row Jimmy
Jack Straw
Victim Or The Crime >
Crazy Fingers >
Playin' In The Band >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
I Need A Miracle >
Wharf Rat
Sugar Magnolia
Brokedown Palace
Get your lot tees ready, we're heading to Alpine Valley! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Wisconsin, for the Grateful Dead's June 28th, 1986 show at Alpine Valley. Discussions abound about what constitutes an "early" Touch of Grey, whether or not a self-respecting person listens to Drums/Space, and an update on Gawanus Red's Dark Star journey.
Hell in a Bucket
Ramble on Rose
C.C. Rider
Row Jimmy
Beat It On Down the Line
Touch of Grey
Looks Like Rain
Don't Ease Me In
Playin' in the Band >
Uncle John's Band >
Drums >
Space >
China Doll >
Playin' in the Band (Reprise) >
Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad >
Turn On Your Love Light
One More Saturday Night >
It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
Keeping it weird! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading out to Portland, and are joined by new friend of the show Gowanus Red! Together, they discuss the Grateful Dead's February 3rd, 1968 show at the Crystal Ballroom in Portland, Oregon. Discussions abound about New Potato Caboose, Dead cover bands at the Jersey Shore, and a baby picture of Dark Star.
That's It For the Other One >
New Potato Caboose
It Hurts Me Too
Born Cross-Eyed
Good Morning Little Schoolgirl
Dark Star >
China Cat Sunflower >
The Eleven
Happy birthday, Vince! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Oakland for a special birthday celebration - the Grateful Dead's February 21st, 1993 show at the Oakland Coliseum Arena. Discussions abound about FiG's brother meeting a fan of the show, Knob's beef with Row Jimmy, and which of the three new songs made the best first impression.
Be sure to wear a flower in your hair. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading back to San Francisco for the Grateful Dead's October 9th, 1980 show at the Warfield Theater. Discussions abound about Knob seeing JRAD, how to critique the acoustic sets, and what we want out of Tennessee Jed.
Dire Wolf
Dark Hollow
I've Been All Around This World
Cassidy
China Doll
On The Road Again
Bird Song
The Race is On
Oh Babe It Ain't No Lie >
Ripple Feel Like A StrangerFriend Of The DevilMama Tried >Mexicali BluesPeggy-OLittle Red RoosterBrown Eyed WomenLooks Like RainTennessee JedThe Music Never Stopped Alabama Getaway >Greatest Story Ever ToldHigh TimeLost Sailor >Saint Of Circumstance >Terrapin Station >Drums >Not Fade Away >Wharf Rat >Sugar Magnolia Casey Jones
Get ready for The Grateful Dead Hour and a Half. This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by the one and only David Gans. Together, they listen to and discuss the Grateful Dead's June 8th, 1994 show at the Cal Expo Center in Sacramento, California. Discussions abound about the first ever Samba in the Rain, the intersection between the history of the Dead and the history of the internet, and Gans' collaborations with Robert Hunter.
More from David Gans : https://perfectible.net/
The Rex Foundation : https://rexfoundation.org/
6/8/94 Setlist :
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo
Walkin' Blues
Peggy-O
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Stagger Lee
Cassidy
Don't Ease Me In
Picasso Moon
Big Railroad Blues
Playin' In The Band >
Uncle John's Band >
Drums >
Space >
Samba In The Rain >
All Along The Watchtower >
Standing On the Moon >
Turn On Your Love Light
I Fought the Law
This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are traveling slowly down the 405. It's December 15th, 1994 and the Grateful Dead are playing a show at the Los Angeles Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California. Discussions abound about the Shakedown Street album, the big news stories of 1994, and Knobâs ever-changing feelings on Way to Go Home.
Shakedown StreetWang Dang DoodleLazy River RoadMe and My Uncle >Mexicali BluesRow Jimmy >Promised LandFoolish HeartWay to go HomeCorrina >Uncle John's Band >Drums >Space >The Last Time >Morning DewLiberty
There's gold in the hills, so we're heading back to California. This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to San Rafael for the Grateful Dead's October 30th, 1983 show at the Marin County Veterans Auditorium. Discussions abound about Phil's new podcast, the new Grateful Dead Gravity Infuser, and Game's favorite song: Day Job.
Alabama Getaway >
Greatest Story Ever Told
Friend Of The Devil
New Minglewood Blues
Tennessee Jed
Cassidy
West L.A. Fadeaway
Hell In A Bucket >
Might As Well
Bertha >
Samson & Delilah
Ship of Fools
Playin' In The Band >
Drums >
Truckin' >
Spoonful >
Black Peter >
Sugar Magnolia
Day Job
Move over Christmas in July, it's time for Spring Break in November! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are headed down to Miami, Florida for the Grateful Deadâs April 6th, 1994 show. Discussions abound about Billyâs Halloween Show (both Kreutzmann and Strings), Gameâs love of Bobby Darin, and the true meaning of UCLA.
Jack Straw
Jack-A-Roe
Wang Dang Doodle
Broken Arrow
West L.A. Fadeaway
El Paso
Row Jimmy
Promised Land
Here Comes Sunshine
Samson & Delilah
Cumberland Blues
Way to Go Home
Women Are Smarter
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
All Along The Watchtower
Standing On the Moon
Johnny B. Goode
We're going to Kansas City to get our baby back home! This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts are heading down to Kansas City for the Grateful Dead's September 3rd, 1985 show at the Starlight Theatre. Discussions abound about John Mayer's recent Dead Covers shenanigans, Jerry's opinions on rap music, and whether or not Knob likes The Grateful Dead.
Feel Like A Stranger >
They Love Each Other
Little Red Rooster
Dire Wolf
Cassidy
Big Railroad Blues
The Music Never Stopped >
Don't Ease Me In Cryptical Envelopement >The Other One >
Eyes Of The World >
Don't Need Love >
Drums >
Space >
Nobody's Fault But Mine >
Truckin' >
Smokestack Lightning >
Comes A Time >
Turn On Your Love Light It's All Over Now Baby Blue
Come on Seawolves, we're heading to SBU! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are all back and heading to SUNY at Stony Brook for the Grateful Dead's October 30th, 1970 show at the SUNY Gym. Discussions abound about New Riders of the Purple Sage, whether or not being "droll" is a good thing, and the debut of a brand new segment.
Cold Rain & Snow
Truckin'
Sugar Magnolia
Next Time You See Me
Me & My Uncle
Drums >
Good Lovin' >
Drums >
Cumberland Blues >
Good Lovin'
Casey Jones
Smokestack Lightning
Beat It On Down The Line
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Friend Of The Devil
Truckin'
Candyman
It Hurts Me Too
Dancin' In The Streets
Big Railroad Blues
Saint Stephen >
Not Fade Away >
Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad >
Not Fade Away >
Turn On Your Love Light
This week on the Help on the Way pod, our host FiG spends a few minutes taking about the Grateful Dead's March 9th, 1993 show at the Rosemont Horizon in Rosemont, Illinois. It's a short one, but stay tuned for a real cool first set from 90s Dead. We'll be back next week.
Here Comes Sunshine
Wang Dang Doodle
Loose Lucy
Me & My Uncle >
Mexicali Blues
Broken Arrow
Row Jimmy
Eternity
Liberty
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Victim Or The Crime
Ship of Fools
Playin' In The Band >
Drums >
Space >
The Last Time >
Black Peter >
Sugar Magnolia
Knockin' On Heaven's Door
Grab your acoustic guitars, because we're heading to the Warfield! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob are headed to San Francisco, California to discuss the Grateful Dead's September 27th, 1980 show. Discussions abound about the history of the Warfield run, our love of Monkey and the Engineer, and which Grateful Dead song our hosts would marry.
Dire Wolf
The Race is On
Jack-a-Roe
Monkey and the Engineer
It Must Have Been the Roses
Dark Hollow
Bird Song
To Lay Me Down
On the Road Again
Oh Babe it Ain't No Lie >
Ripple
Mississippi Half-Step >
Franklin's Tower
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
Row Jimmy
Little Red Rooster
Althea >
Let it Grow >
Deal
Cold Rain and Snow >
C.C. Rider
Ramble on Rose
He's Gone >
The Other One >
Drums >
Space >
Stella Blue >
I Need a Miracle >
Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad >
Johnny B. Goode
One More Saturday Night
Plug in that soft machine. This week on the Help on the Way podcast, FiG has recovered from dysentery, and he and Game are headed to Dallas, Texas to discuss the Grateful Dead's October 20th, 1988 show at the The Summit. Discussions abound about Farm Aid, the first Built to Last, and the venue's storied history from wrestling arena to megachurch.
Cold Rain & Snow
New Minglewood Blues
Candyman
Me And My Uncle >
Mexicali Blues
West L.A. Fadeaway
Queen Jane Approximately
Stagger Lee
The Music Never Stopped
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Playing In The Band >
Built To Last >
Drums >
Space >
I Need A Miracle >
Dear Mr. Fantasy >
Hey Jude >
Turn On Your Love Light
Black Muddy River
You can call us prophets on the burning shore, because this week on Help on the Way we're heading to CALIFORRRNIA. This week our hosts Game and Knob are discussing the Grateful Dead's December 28th, 1988 show at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Discussions abound about When Push Comes to Shove, the Wolf Bros tour, and the importance of The Show Sheet.
Iko Iko
Walkin' Blues
Jack A Roe
It's All Over Now
When Push Comes To Shove
Stuck Inside of Mobile with the Memphis Blues
Bird Song
Jack Straw
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Estimated Prophet >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
Uncle John's Band >
I Need A Miracle >
Foolish Heart >
Turn On Your Love Light
It's All Over Now Baby Blue
These little town blues are melting away. This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to New York, New York. They're listening to the Grateful Dead's March 26th, 1972 show at the Academy of Music, which was raved about by new friend of the pod Charlie Miller. Discussions abound about Dead Ahead, how good Chinatown Shuffle is, and Knob and FiG attempt many, many different metaphors to describe '72 jams.
Greatest Story Ever Told
Cold Rain & Snow
Chinatown Shuffle
Black-Throated Wind
You Win Again
Mr. Charlie
Jack Straw
Loser
Looks Like Rain
Big Railroad Blues
Big Boss Man
Playin' In The Band
El Paso
Good Lovin'
Truckin' >
Drums >
The Other One >
Me And My Uncle >
The Other One >
Wharf Rat
Sugar Magnolia
The Stranger (Two Souls In Communion)
Not Fade Away >
Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad >
Not Fade Away
This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by very special guest, the legendary taper Charlie Miller! The four of them head to California to listen to the Grateful Dead's March 3rd, 1987 show at the Henry J. Kaiser Center in Oakland, California. Discussions abound about Charlie's Grateful Dead Dance Parties, The Mighty Quinn, and whether Bob's slide solo is squeaky or squealy.
The Mighty Quinn
Greatest Story Ever Told
Loser
New Minglewood Blues
Tons Of Steel
Cassidy
Mississippi Half-Step Uptown Toodeloo >
Promised Land
Iko Iko*
Saint Of Circumstance
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
Gimme Some Lovin' >
Wharf Rat >
Throwing Stones >
Touch Of Gray
Brokedown PalaceÂ
It's Spring Break (well, not really), so we're heading to Tampa (sorta). This week our hosts FiG and Knob are heading down to Tampa to discuss the Grateful Dead's April 7th, 1995 show. Discussions abound about Visions of Johanna, the passing of James Casey, and whether or not Samba in the Rain is a good song.
Jack Straw
Peggy-O
Little Red Rooster
Loose Lucy
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Visions Of Johanna >
Promised Land
Eyes Of The World >
Saint Of Circumstance
Samba In The Rain
Unbroken Chain
Corinna
Drums >
Space >
Easy Answers
Days Between
Not Fade Away
U.S. BluesÂ
Put some shredded cheese on your chili, we're heading to Cincinnati. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to River Bend Music Center for the Grateful Dead's June 24th, 1985 show. Discussions abound about Knob's adventure with Billy and the Kids, the Book of Iko Ikos, and whether or not 1985 is an underrated year.
Alabama Getaway > Greatest Story Ever Told They Love Each Other New Minglewood Blues Tennessee Jed My Brother Esau Loser Let It Grow
Iko Iko > Samson & Delilah > He's Gone > Smokestack Lightning > Cryptical Envelopment > Drums > Comes A Time > The Other One > Cryptical Envelopment > Wharf Rat > Around & Around > Good Lovin'
U.S. BluesÂ
Orlando, we love you Orlando. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading down to Florida for the Grateful Dead's April 4th, 1994 show at the Orlando arena. Discussions abound about Robbie Robertson, Prince Vince, and the clash between the Deadheads and the Orlando police after the show.
Help On The Way > Slipknot! > Franklin's Tower Little Red Rooster Brown Eyed Women When I Paint My Masterpiece Loose Lucy Cassidy Don't Ease Me In
Iko Iko Way to Go Home Truckin' > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > Days Between > Throwing Stones > Not Fade Away
I Fought the LawÂ
These little town blues are melting away! This week, our hosts Game and FiG are heading to New York, New York to discuss the Grateful Dead's September 23rd, 1988 show at Madison Square Garden. Discussions abound about the life and legacy of Jerry Garcia, I Will Take You Home, and a game show about Grateful Dead hot takes!
Let The Good Times Roll Hell In A Bucket Cold Rain & Snow Walkin' Blues Loser Memphis Blues Dupree's Diamond Blues Promised Land
Samson & Delilah Ship of Fools Victim Or The Crime > Foolish Heart > Drums > Space > I Will Take You Home > The Other One > Stella Blue > Sugar Magnolia
U.S. BluesÂ
Make sure to wear a flower in your hair... Our hosts Game and FiG are going to San Francisco to discuss the Grateful Dead's June 8th, 1977 show at the Winterland Arena. Discussions abound about Winamp, the anniversary of Brent Mydland's passing, and daydreams of what a Summer '77 tour would've been like.
New Minglewood Blues Sugaree Mexicali Blues Row Jimmy Passenger Sunrise Brown Eyed Women It's All Over Now Jack-A-Roe Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication
Bertha > Good Lovin' Ramble On Rose Estimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Drums > The Other One > Wharf Rat > Not Fade Away > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad > Johnny B. Goode
Brokedown PalaceÂ
In Birmingham they love the governor, but here on Help on the Way they love The Dead. Our hosts Game and FiG are heading down to Alabama for the Grateful Dead's December 15th, 1978 show. Discussions abound about Phil Lesh & Friends, Crossword Puzzles, and which is the best Donna song: From the Heart of Me vs. Sunrise.
Promised Land Shakedown Street Minglewood Blues Friend Of The Devil El Paso From The Heart Of Me Brown Eyed Women Cassidy Deal
I Need A Miracle > Bertha > Good Lovin' It Must Have Been The Roses Terrapin Station > Playin' In The Band > Drums > Stella Blue > Truckin' > Playin' In The Band
U.S. BluesÂ
This week on the Help on the Way Podcast, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are joined by Zach Nugent, guitarist for Dead Set and former guitarist for the JGB. The four of them are heading to California to listen to the Grateful Dead's April 15th, 1970 show at the Winterland Arena. Discussions abound about the final (?) Dead and Company shows, Zach's favorite of Jerry's guitars, and whether Game is a Primal Dead Hater or not.
Cold Rain and Snow Mama Tried It's a Man's World Candyman Hard to Handle Cumberland Blues That's It For the Other One > Dire Wolf Dancin' in the Streets Turn on Your Love Light > Not Fade Away > Turn on Your Love Light
Phil loves New York, and so do we. This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts Game and Knob are going to Go the Nassau for the Grateful Dead's March 29th, 1985 show. Discussions abound whether or not there will be a special guest at the last Dead and Co show, the Drumstick Incident, and a nice interview with Knob's Dad about his first time seeing the Grateful Dead.
Cold Rain and Snow Down In The Bottom > I Ain't Superstitious Friend Of The Devil Supplication > My Brother Esau Tennessee Jed Minglewood Blues > Don't Ease Me In
Terrapin Station > Women Are Smarter > Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad > Baby What You Want Me To Do > Drums > Space > Wharf Rat > Throwing Stones > Johnny B. Goode
Brokedown PalaceÂ
Happy Fourth of July... well, Sixth of July... well, Third of July. This week on the Help on the Way Podcast, our hosts FiG and Knob went riding down South Colorado for the Grateful Dead's July 3rd, 1969 show at Reed's Ranch in Colorado Springs. Discussions abound about Ol' Slewfoot, what constitutes the Terrapin Suite, and FiG debuts his killer Knob impression.
Green Green Grass of Home Slewfoot Sittinâ on Top of the World Morning Dew High Time Me and My Uncle Casey Jones Hard to Handle He Was a Friend of Mine Turn on Your Love Light
We're off to the island- Rhode Island. This week we're heading to Providence to discuss the Grateful Dead's April 3rd, 1985 show at the Providence City Center. Discussions abound about , an interesting blues combo called Down in the Bottom > I Ain't Superstitious, and how all meals are made up, maaaan.
Hell In A Bucket > Sugaree Me & My Uncle > Mexicali Blues Ramble On Rose Down In The Bottom > I Ain't Superstitious Row Jimmy Let It Grow
Terrapin Station > Women Are Smarter Ship of Fools Truckin' > Spoonful > Drums > Wharf Rat > Throwing Stones > Sugar Magnolia
Keep Your Day JobÂ
We're meeting up at the movies! This week on the Help on the Way Pod, we're dancing in Chicago and listening to the Grateful Dead's June 22nd, 1991 show at Soldier Field in Chicago. This show has been released for Meet Up at the Movies today and Saturday! What a nice coincidence. Discussions abound about Game and Knob's adventure in Philadelphia, Bruce Hornsby's accordion, and whether or not Billy Strings should suckle off that pig's teet.
Hell In A Bucket Shakedown Street Wang Dang Doodle Friend Of The Devil > When I Paint My Masterpiece Brown-Eyed Women Let It Grow
Foolish Heart Looks Like Rain > Crazy Fingers > Playin' In The Band > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > Dark Star Jam > Playin' In The Band (Reprise) > Black Peter > One More Saturday Night
E: The WeightÂ
Oh-oh come take my hand. This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are taking that thunder road to the Capitol Theater in Passaic, New Jersey. Discussions abound about Mission in the Rain, accidentally listening to the AUD, and our hopes for the Dead and Co Philly Shoqw.
The Music Never Stopped Sugaree Mama Tried Crazy Fingers Big River Brown Eyed Women Looks Like Rain Row Jimmy Cassidy Mission In The Rain Promised Land
Samson & Delilah Tennessee Jed St. Stephen > Not Fade Away > St. Stephen > Eyes Of The World > Drums > The Wheel > Sugar Magnolia
U.S. BluesÂ
Let's make some (Illi)noise! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading out to Illinois for the Grateful Dead's December 2nd, 1981 show at Assembly Hall, University of Illinois. Discussions abound about how Charlie Miller does what he does, the cocktail of drugs that influenced the Grateful Dead's music, and whether or not a show with one bad set can still be considered a good show.
Bertha > Greatest Story Ever Told Peggy-O Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Brown Eyed Women Passenger Never Trust a Woman Cumberland Blues Looks Like Rain China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider
Feel Like A Stranger > Franklin's Tower Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > Not Fade Away > Stella Blue > Around & Around > Good Lovin'
E: Don't Ease Me InÂ
You won't believe it, but this Grateful Dead listening project has taken us back to Shoreline again. This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to California to discuss the Grateful Dead's August 25th, 1993 show at the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Discussions abound about So Many Roads, a pamphlet of Easy Answers, and our hosts discover the wonders of Gold Bond at the start of the D&C tour.
Touch Of Grey Greatest Story Ever Told Peggy-O The Same Thing Friend Of The Devil Easy Answers So Many Roads Promised Land
Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain Estimated Prophet > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > All Along The Watchtower > Attics Of My Life > Sugar Magnolia
Lucy In The Sky With DiamondsÂ
This is the story all about how our lives got flipped, turned upside down. That's right, this week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are headed to (South) Philadelphia for the Grateful Dead's March 16th, 1992 show at the Spectrum Arena in Philadelphia, PA. Discussions abound about how we think the Dead and Co tour will start, when 90s Dead are at their best, and Knob's dad's thoughts on the show.
Let The Good Times Roll
Feel Like A Stranger
Friend Of The Devil
CC Rider >
It Takes A Lot To Laugh It Takes A Train To Cry
Black-Throated Wind
Ramble On Rose
Let It Grow
Corinna >
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain >
Estimated Prophet >
Drums >
Space >
All Along The Watchtower >
Morning Dew
Johnny B. GoodeÂ
Happy Boxing Day! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading out in the East Texas town of Dallas for the Grateful Dead's December 26th, 1969 show at the McFarlin Auditorium. This show is unique for its impromptu acoustic set because Bill Kreutzmann was late. Discussions abound about Cornell '23, Knob's healthy appreciation of Taylor Swift, and the history of Cherry Garcia.
The Monkey & The Engineer
Little Sadie
Long Black Limousine
I've Been All Around This World
Gathering Flowers
For The Master's Bouquet
Black Peter
Uncle John's Band
Casey Jones
Hard To Handle
Cold Rain & Snow
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider >
High Time
Me And My Uncle
Dark Star
New Speedway Boogie
Turn On Your Love LightÂ
Just like New York Cit... just like Upstate New York... Just like Hacksaw Jim Duggins, this week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Glen Falls, New York, for the Grateful Dead's May 5th, 1981 show at the Glenn Falls Civic Center. Discussions abound about twelve-bar blues, Lizzo, and what we think Dead and Co are going to play at Cornell.
Feel Like A Stranger
Peggy-O >
El Paso
Ramble On Rose
CC Rider
Althea
Passenger
Brown Eyed Women
The Music Never Stopped >
Don't Ease Me In
Scarlet Begonias >
Fire On The Mountain
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
Uncle John's Band >
Truckin' >
Alabama Getaway >
Johnny B. Goode
U.S. BluesÂ
May the Four winds blow you safely home, Deadheads. This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts Game and FiG are heading down to California for the Grateful Dead's December 13th, 1992 show at the Oakland Coliseum. Discussions abound about Fleur de Dead, the opposite of Auto-Tune, and the Vince-era takes on Here Comes Sunshine.
Mississippi Half Step
It's All Over Now
West L.A. Fadeaway
Me & My Uncle >
Maggie's Farm
Tennessee Jed >
Promised Land
Here Comes Sunshine >
Way To Go Home
Victim Or The Crime >
Terrapin Station >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Morning Dew
The WeightÂ
Happy New Year! Wait. This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are shipping off to Boston for the Grateful Dead's December 31st, 1969 show at the Boston Tea Party. Discussions abound about the last show of the 60s, Bill Kreutzmann's departure from D&C, and the Book of Big Boy Petes.
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Mama Tried
Next Time You See Me
Cold Rain & Snow
Black Peter
Hard To Handle
Me & My Uncle
Mason's Children
Dire Wolf
Uncle John's Band
Alligator >
Drums >
Alligator >
Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) >
Feedback >
Good Lovin' >
Drums >
The Eleven
High Time
Cumberland Blues
Big Boy Pete
Not Fade Away
Seasons
The Race is On
Silver Threads
Slewfoot
Dancin' In The StreetsÂ
FiG and Knob are back (theGame is playing slot cars) to review 4/8/91 when the Dead celebrated Spring Break in Orlando! Along the way we discuss the Dennis McNally AMA on the sub and a spate of recent wolf bros. trio shows. Knob claims he's "genuinely a nice person" while pooping all over the show. FiG, per tradition, begs to differ. What do you think?
It's a helluva town - this week our hosts Game and Knob are heading to New York, New York for the Grateful Dead's September 16th, 1993 show at Madison Square Garden. Discussions abound about The Grateful Dead's cover of "Rain", Bob Dylan's cover of "Truckin'", and Eternity (the song, not the duration of time).
Rain
Shakedown Street >
Wang Dang Doodle
Cold Rain and Snow
Queen Jane Approximately
Althea
Eternity
Don't Ease Me In
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes of the World >
Drums >
Space >
Way to Go Home >
Days Between >
Throwing Stones >
Not Fade Away
Liberty
This week we're heading to where the wind comes sweepin' down the plain. That's right, this week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading down to Oklahoma for the Grateful Dead's October 11th, 1977 show. Discussions abound about El Paso, why the Grateful Dead dropped Help>Slip>Franklin's, and a heady March Madness bracket...
Help On The Way >
Slipknot! >
Franklin's Tower
Jack Straw
Peggy-O
El Paso
Sunrise
Deal
Let It Grow
Dancin' In The Streets >
Dire Wolf
Estimated Prophet >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Not Fade Away >
Wharf Rat >
Around and AroundÂ
We're going to Florida, we're going to- well, just Florida. This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading down to Miami for the Grateful Dead's June 23rd, 1974 show. This show was later released as Dave's Picks 34. Discussions abound about Billy and the Kids' announcement, Seastones, and what day of the week they should play One More Saturday Night.
Ramble on Rose
Black-Throated Wind
Mississippi Half-Step
Beat it on Down the Line
Row Jimmy
Jack Straw
Let it Rock
Cumberland Blues
El Paso
To Lay Me Down
WRS Prelude >
WRS Part 1 >
Let it Grow >
China Doll
Ship of Fools
Big River
Black Peter
Around and Around
Dark Star >
Spanish Jam >
U.S. Blues
Uncle John's Band >
One More Saturday Night
Casey Jones
Get out the good plates, we've got a guest today! This week on the Help on the Way pod, our hosts FiG and Knob welcome /r/gratefuldead mod PCE to discuss his journey with the Dead. Along the way, they have a lot to say about the Grateful Dead's September 7th, 1990 show at the Richfield Coliseum in Richfield, OH. Discussions abound about Tom Hamilton's AMA, Vinnie's first show, and an early September snow storm.
Cold Rain & Snow
Walkin' Blues
Ramble On Rose
Me & My Uncle >
Big River
Althea
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Bird Song
Picasso Moon
U.S. Blues
China Cat Sunflower >
I Know You Rider
Truckin'
Crazy Fingers >
Playin' In The Band >
Drums >Â
Space >
I Need A Miracle >
Black Peter >
Turn On Your Love Light
Knockin' On Heaven's DoorÂ
This week on the Help on the Way pod, we're looking for a spoonful of water to save us from the desert sand. Our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading down to Arizona for the Grateful Dead's March 6th, 1994 show. Discussions abound about Cornell 23, where Liberty belongs in a setlist, and whether weâve ever been scared listening to the Grateful Dead.
Help On The Way >
Slipknot! >
Franklin's Tower
Spoonful
Jack-A-Roe
When I Paint My Masterpiece
Brown-Eyed Women
Let It Grow
Easy Answers
Lazy River Road
Playin' In The Band >
Eyes Of The World >
Drums >
Space >
The Wheel >
The Last Time >
Attics Of My Life >
Good Lovin'
LibertyÂ
This week on the Help on the Way podcast, we're in a New York State of Mind. This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are truckin' up to Albany for the Grateful Dead's March 24th, 1991 show at the Knickerbocker arena. Discussions abound about Bruce Hornsby, Desolation Row, and some speculation over what D&C is going to do at Cornell...
Help On The Way > Slipknot! > Franklin's Tower Wang Dang DoodleJack A RoeBeat It On Down The LineBrown Eyed WomenDesolation RowDeal
Samson & DelilahChina Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Looks Like Rain > He's Gone > Drums > Space > The Wheel > I Need A Miracle > Standing On the Moon > Good Lovin
U.S. BluesÂ
We're going to Florida, we're going to Maine- okay that's not a Dead lyric, but trust us it's relevant. This week our hosts, Game, FiG, and Knob, are heading north for the Maine attraction- The Grateful Dead's April 19th, 1981 show at the University of Maine. Discussion abound about Grateful Dead tattoos, the similarities between One More Saturday Night and On the Road Again, and Game's experience at the Billy Strings Atlantic City show.
Jack StrawFriend Of The Devil > It's All Over NowDire Wolf > Big RiverDupree's Diamond BluesOn The Road AgainWest L.A. FadeawayLazy Lightning > Supplication > Might As Well
Sugaree > Samson & DelilahHe's Gone > Drums >Space > Spanish Jam > Truckin' > Wharf Rat > Around & Around > Good Lovin'
U.S. BluesÂ
Beam me up, we're heading to SPAC (boy, I hope this pun works). This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to Saratoga Springs for the Grateful Dead's June 24th, 1984 show. Discussions abound about whether or not Miracle should be an opener, Philly's hottest new Dead Cover Band, and the founding of Widespread Panic.
Dancin' In The StreetsDire WolfNew Minglewood BluesCandymanMe & My Uncle > Mexicali BluesRamble On RoseHell In A BucketDeal
I Need A Miracle > Bertha > Playin' In The Band > China Doll > Samson & Delilah> Drums > The Other One > Wharf Rat > Sugar Magnolia
SatisfactionIt's All Over Now Baby BlueÂ
Pack some sunscreen, we're heading to Long Beach! This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob, are heading down to the Long Beach Arena for the Grateful Dead's August 28th, 1981 show. Discussions abound about the Grateful Dead's first competitive Grammy, Knob's Wolf Bros-induced Wook Flu, and letting the Good Times roll.
Jack StrawThey Love Each OtherMe And My Uncle >Big RiverAlthea >Little Red RoosterBrown Eyed Women >Let It Grow >China Cat Sunflower >I Know You Rider
Shakedown Street >Lost Sailor >Saint Of Circumstance >The Wheel >Never Trust A Woman >Drums >Space >Truckin' >Wharf Rat >Sugar Magnolia
U.S. BluesÂ
Sacramento, preaching on the burning shore! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading out west for the Grateful Dead's May 19th, 1992 show at the Cal Expo Ampitheatre. Discussions abound about Vince Welnick, the Grateful Dead's first ever Baba O'Reilly, and one year of the Help on the Way podcast!
Cold Rain and SnowLittle Red RoosterAltheaQueen Jane ApproximatelyTennessee JedLet It Grow
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You RiderLooks Like RainWay To Go HomeTerrapin Station > Drums > Space > I Need A Miracle > Black Peter >Sugar Magnolia
Baba O'Riley > Tomorrow Never KnowsÂ
Wicked. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are shipping up to Boston for the Grateful Dead's December 1st, 1973 show at the Boston Music Hall. Discussions abound about Bob Weir w/ JRAD, why Dick picked the way he did, and the joys of Big River.
The Promised LandSugareeMexicali BluesTennessee JedLooks Like RainChina Cat Sunflower ->I Know You RiderBig RiverBrokedown PalaceWeather Report Suite Prelude ->Weather Report Suite Part ->Let It GrowCasey Jones
Around And AroundThey Love Each OtherMe And My UncleDon't Ease Me InMe And Bobby McGeeMississippi Half-Step Uptown ToodelooPlaying In The Band ->Uncle John's Band ->Playing In The BandRow JimmyGreatest Story Ever ToldNot Fade Away ->Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad ->One More Saturday NightÂ
There's gold up in them hills! Auburn Hills! This week our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to the Palace in Auburn Hills, Michigan for the Grateful Dead's July 31st, 1994 show. Discussions abound about our thoughts on Playinâ in the Sand, what would happen if we interviewed Bob Weir, and how Game was peer pressured into liking Lazy River Road.
Touch Of Gray > Greatest Story Ever ToldRow JimmySpoonfulLazy River RoadMe & My Uncle > Big RiverLoose LucyMidnight Hour
Samson & DelilahWay to Go HomeNew Speedway Boogie > Truckin' > He's Gone > Drums >Space > Spanish Jam > The Last Time > Black Peter > Good Lovin'
The WeightÂ
We're heading to California to solve a mystery. We don't solve it, but we still have fun. This week, our hosts Game and Knob are listening to the Grateful Dead's show on July 30th, 1970, which was a short acoustic set played before New Riders of the Purple Sage. Discussions abound about the first night of Playin' in the Sand, what Pigpen did during acoustic sets, and a lost redditor who now lives in Knob's brain.
To Lay Me DownDire WolfCandymanRosalie McFallA Voice from On HighSwing Low, Sweet Chariot
Are you ready to do some truckinâ? This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob take a break from these winter blues, and head down to Montego Bay, Jamaica. It's November 25th, (well, 26th) 1982, and The Grateful Dead are playing at the Jamaica World Music Festival. Discussions abound about Bob Bralove and Tom Constanten, early morning concerts, and the show's MVP (which they all agree on...)
SugareeNew Minglewood BluesLoserMan Smart (Woman Smarter)Althea >Let It Grow
Samson And DelilahScarlet Begonias >Fire On The Mountain >Drums >Space >Throwing Stones >Not Fade Away >Black Peter >Good Lovin'
Happy New Year! For real this time! To celebrate, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to California. It's December 30th, 1982, and The Grateful Dead are playing at the Oakland Auditorium. And they might get some help from Etta James and the Tower of Power. Discussions abound about petitions to bring back songs, The Beatles song "Boys," and New Year's shows old and new..
Alabama Getaway ->The Promised LandLoser ->Little Red RoosterBig Railroad BluesFeel Like A StrangerDupree's Diamond BluesThe Music Never Stopped ->Don't Ease Me In
Touch Of Grey ->Throwing Stones ->Franklin's TowerLost Sailor ->Saint Of Circumstance ->He's Gone ->Drums ->Space ->Truckin' ->Stella Blue ->Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad ->Johnny B. Goode
Hard To HandleTell MamaÂ
Happy New Year. Almost. Ish. This week, our hosts Game, FiG, and Knob are heading to Hartford, Connecticut for the Grateful Dead's April 4th, 1986 show. Discussions abound about all our favorite 2022 Dead News, Jerry in the 80s, and Knobâs Dadâs very strict rule about Candyman.
Jack StrawDire WolfC C RiderCandymanIt's All Over NowCrazy Fingers >Greatest Story Ever ToldKeep Your Day Job
Touch Of Grey >Looks Like Rain >He's Gone >Smokestack Lightnin' >Drums >Space >The Wheel >Stella Blue >Throwing Stones >Turn On Your Lovelight
Box Of RainÂ
We're going to Hollywood! Florida! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading down south for the Grateful Dead's December 28th, 1969 show at the Hollywood Pop Festival - the Last Rock Festival of the 60s. Discussions abound about Dave's Picks 46, the purpose of Pigpen raps, and the debut of Knob Talk, a new segment of incredibly interesting facts.
Black PeterMe and My UncleChina Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider > High TimeCumberland BluesGood Lovin'Cold Rain and SnowHard to HandleMason's ChildrenTurn on Your Love Light
It's time to benefit the REX Foundation! This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob head out to California for the Grateful Dead's November 7th, 1987 show at the Henry J. Kaiser Center. Discussions abound about Throwing Stones, Bob Dylan, and a nice beefy conversation about The Grateful Dead brand, and what products they might want to add.
Hey Pocky WayJack StrawRow JimmyWhen I Paint My MasterpieceDupree's Diamond BluesBox Of RainCassidy >Might As Well
Uncle John's Band >Playing In The Band >Terrapin Station >Drums >Space >I Need A Miracle >Black Peter >Throwing Stones >Not Fade Away
Not Fade Away ->Knockin' On Heaven's DoorOne More Saturday Night
It's 66 miles to Chicago, we got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark... and we're wearing sunglasses. This week, our hosts FiG and Knob are heading to DeKalb for the Grateful Dead's October 29th, 1977 show. This show was released as Dave's Picks 33, and we get into why Dave picked it, as well as discussions about the Rhythm Devils, an 11 fake-out jam, and Bobby's appearance on CBS Sunday Morning.
Might As WellJack StrawDire WolfLooks Like RainLoserEl PasoRamble On RoseMinglewood BluesIt Must Have Been The RosesLet It Grow
Bertha > Good Lovin'Friend Of The DevilEstimated Prophet > Eyes Of The World > Saint Stephen > Drums >Not Fade Away > Black Peter > Sugar Magnolia
E: One More Saturday NightÂ
Go on home, you're mama's calling you to listen to the Help on the Way Podcast. This week, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Santa Barbara for the Grateful Dead's January 17th, 1969 show. Discussions abound about our first Death Don't Have No Mercy, Playboy After Dark, and Knob gives a helpful lecture on what makes The Eleven work.
Turn On Your Love LightDark Star > St. Stephen > The Eleven > Death Don't Have No MercyCryptical Envelopment > Drums > The Other One > Cryptical Envelopment > Cosmic CharlieÂ
Happy Thanksgiving to our American listeners. This week on Help on the Way, we focus on what we're Grateful for- The Dead. Our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading down to the Richmond Coliseum for the Grateful Dead's October 8th, 1983 show. Discussions abound about Ticketmaster, a surprisingly ripping Day Job, and the Billy, JRAD, and Taboose shows our three hosts saw.
Feel Like A Stranger Friend Of The Devil New Minglewood Blues Brown Eyed Women Cassidy West L.A. Fadeaway Hell In A Bucket > Deal
Day Job > Playin' In The Band > Crazy Fingers > Drums > Space > Truckin' > Spoonful > Wharf Rat > Good Lovin'
E: U.S. BluesÂ
City of blues! This week, our hosts Game, Fig, and Knob are searching for the Spirit of St. Louis. It's July 8th, 1981, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Kiel Auditorium in St. Louis, MO. Discussions abound about what makes Big River the best cowboy song, who has the most gold stars, and the OTHER Grateful Dead podcast Knob was on...
Check out Guess the Year, featuring Knob : https://guesstheyearshow.podbean.com/e/111422/
Mississippi Half-Step > Feel Like a Stranger Peggy-O > Little Red Rooster Althea Me and My Uncle > Big River Don't Ease Me In New Minglewood Blues China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider
Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain > Lost Sailor > Saint of Circumstance > Franklin's Tower > Drums > Space > Not Fade Away > Wharf Rat > Sugar Magnolia
U.S. Blues
It's literally 1984. This week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are taking the trail over to the Hult Center in Eugene, Oregon for the Grateful Dead's May 6th, 1984 show. Discussions abound about a "Weird Al" concert Knob saw, Cream's arrangement of Spoonful, and The World Series (it may be over for you, but for them it's still 1984!)
NOTE : Robert Hunter probably didn't write Bird Song about the Phillie Phanatic.
Hell In A Bucket Dire Wolf Little Red Rooster Dupree's Diamond Blues Cassidy West L.A. Fadeaway Beat It On Down The Line Touch Of Grey
Uncle John's Band -> Samson And Delilah Ship Of Fools Playing In The Band -> China Doll -> Drums -> Space -> Truckin' -> Spoonful -> Black Peter -> Around And Around -> Playing In The Band
Keep Your Day JobÂ
Happy Halloween... okay, this one was recorded on a bit of a delay. But nevertheless, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading on a spooky journey down to scary Ohio for the Grateful Dead's September 10th, 1993 show. Spooky discussions abound about what the new Dave's Picks, whether or not Corinna works, and the first thing FiG would do if he could time travel.
Jack Straw They Love Each Other Little Red Rooster Just Like Tom Thumb's Blues Ramble On Rose Black Throated Wind Bertha
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Way To Go Home Corinna > Uncle John's Band > Drums > Space > The Wheel > All Along The Watchtower > Attics Of My Life> Not Fade Away
U.S. BluesÂ
It's George Orwell's nightmare!! Literally 1984! This week on Help on the Way, our co-hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to California. It's March 29th, 1984, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Marin County Veterans Auditorium. Discussions abound about Walkin' the Dog, Phil Lesh and Friends, and who REALLY wrote My Brother Esau.
Walkin' the Dog > Bertha > The Promised Land It Must Have Been the Roses Little Red Rooster Bird Song My Brother Esau Might as Well
Shakedown Street Estimated Prophet > Eyes of the World > Drums > Space > Spanish Jam > The Other One > Wharf Rat > Sugar Magnolia
Keep Your Day Job
The Steel City. The City of Bridges. Pennsylvan-i-a. This week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to Pittsburgh for the Grateful Dead's September 24th show at the Civic Arena. Discussions abound about the 73 horn section, nitrous balloons, and whether the characters in Grateful Dead songs know each other.
Promised Land Sugaree Jack Straw They Love Each Other Mexicali Blues Loose Lucy Looks Like Rain Row Jimmy Big River China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Around and Around
Ramble On Rose El Paso Mississippi Half-Step Greatest Story Ever Told China Doll Truckin' > Nobody's Fault But Mine > Eyes of the World WRS Prelude > WRS Part 1 > Let It Grow > Sugar Magnolia
We're heading back to My Kind of Town. This week, two of our hosts FiG and Knob head back to Chi-Town for the Grateful Dead's February 26th, 1981 show at the Uptown Theater. Discussions abound about Dead and Company tour dates, which mix sounds the best, and a LOT of thoughts on a JRAD show that FiG and Knob saw together.
Feel Like A Stranger Althea > Little Red Rooster Bird Song Me & My Uncle > Big River Tennessee Jed Passenger Peggy-O The Music Never Stopped
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Samson & Delilah He's Gone > Drums > Space > Truckin' > Black Peter > Goin' Down The Road Feelin' Bad > Johnny B. Goode
U.S. Blues
Be sure to wear a flower in your hair, we're going to San Francisco. This week, our co-hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to California for the Grateful Dead's July 14, 1976 show at the Orpheum Theatre. Discussions abound about the Dead and Company announcement, what we want out of a Donna scream, and what constitutes Assless Chaps.Â
The Promised Land Sugaree New Minglewood Blues Scarlet Begonias Looks Like Rain They Love Each Other Mama Tried Ship of Fools Playin' in the Band > Drums >Â The Wheel >Â Playin' in the Band (Reprise)
Brown-Eyed Women > Samson and Delilah Friend of the Devil Let It Grow >Â Eyes of the World > Wharf Rat > The Other One >Â The Music Never Stopped
Johnny B. Goode
Aloha! This week on Help on the Way, Game has recovered from Hand, Food and Mouth disease. So all three of our co-hosts are ready to discuss the The Grateful Dead's January 24th, 1970 show at the Honolulu Civic Auditorium. Discussions abound about how Jerry would've felt about Austin Powers, Black Peter, and what a slow news week it's been in the Grateful Dead world.Â
Cumberland Blues Cold Rain and Snow Me and My Uncle I'm a King Bee Mason's Children Black Peter Good Lovin'Â Dancin' in the Street
Come on, baby donât you wanna go? Thatâs right, this week on Help on the Way Pod we are in Sweet Home Chicago for the Grateful Deadâs January 31st, 1978 show. With co-host Game under the weather with a mystery disease, Fig and Knob decide to consult with the notes of Dick Latvala. Much discussion about Mickey Hartâs birthday, what constitutes Drums/Space, and how switching from AUD to SBD makes us feel like Dorothy entering Oz.Â
Mississippi Halfstep Uptown Toodeloo Passenger Tennessee Jed El Paso Candyman New Minglewood Blues They Love Each Other Let It GrowÂ
Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain Samson and Delilah Terrapin Station > Playin' in the Band > Black Peter > Truckin' > Good Lovin'
Welcome back to the Help on the Way pod, English. This week, our hosts Game, Fig and Knob are headed to Lancaster (pronounced Lancaster, not Lancaster) for the Grateful Dead's April 10th, 1971 show at Franklin & Marshall College. Discussions abound about drum solos, our favorite Amish dishes, and the (probably exaggerated) true story about the show.Â
Casey Jones Me And Bobby McGee Next Time You See Me Loser Beat It On Down The Line Hard To Handle Bertha Playing In The Band Deal Good Lovin' Â Truckin' Sing Me Back Home Me And My Uncle China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Cumberland Blues Sugar Magnolia In The Midnight Hour Uncle John's Band
Sorry you lost last night, Padres. But this week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to San Diego to listen to the Grateful Dead's July 1st, 1980 show. Discussions abound about poking around for different sources, how The Beatles Rock Band worked, and Knob's soon-to-be award-winning impression of Bob Weir.
Jack Straw > Franklin's Tower > El Paso Tennessee Jed Lazy Lightnin' > Supplication Althea > Lost Sailor > Saint of Circumstance
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider > C.C. Rider Peggy-O Far From Me Uncle John's Band > Playin' in the Band > Drums > Space >Â Truckin' > Wharf Rat > Around and Around > Good Lovin'
Alabama Getaway Johnny B. Goode
Grab your copies of Nevermind and vote for Ross Perot, it's 1992! This week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are headed to the Oakland Coliseum Arena for the Grateful Dead's 12/16/92 show. This show was later released as Dick's Picks 27. Discussions abound about how much Knob should be paid, our favorite Donna contributions in honor of her birthday, and a certain wonky transition...
Feel Like a Stranger Brown Eyed Women Same Thing Loose Lucy Stuck Inside of Mobile Row Jimmy Let It Grow
Shakedown Street Samson and Delilah > Ship of Fools >Â Playin' in the Band > Drums > Space > Dark Star > All Along the Watchtower > Stella Blue > Good Lovin'
Casey Jones
Looks like rain, feels like rain... Alright, everybody, grab your rain jackets. This week, our hosts Game, Fig and Knob were supposed to spend the evening in Red Rocks, but due to weather, the show was moved to the McNichols Sports Arena in Denver. It's August 14th, 1979, and the Grateful Dead are tearing it up. Discussions abound about weather delays, the first Easy to Love You, and our favorite Pennsylvania radio stations.Â
Jack Straw Jack-a-Roe Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Easy to Love You Passenger Stagger Lee Music Never Stopped
Promised Land > Ship of Fools > Samson and Delilah Terrapin Station > Playin' in the Band > Drums > Space > Not Fade Away > Stella Blue > Good Lovin'
U.S. Blues Johnny B. Goode
Grab your beanie babies and part your hair in the middle, it's 1993! We're heading to Shoreline to listen to the Grateful Dead's May 23rd, 1993 show. In this episode our hosts, Game, Fig, and Knob, eat crow after this '93 show exceeded their expectations. Discussions abound about the John Mayer/Bob Weir acoustic duo, Beatles covers the Dead should've tried, and everyone's favorite Phil song, Wave to the Wind.Â
Jack Straw Loser Tom Thumb's Blues It's All Over Now Bird Song Music Never Stopped
Iko Iko Wave to the Wind > Saint of Circumstance > Terrapin Station > Drums > Space > I Need a Miracle > Days Between > Not Fade Away
Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds
Go Big Blue*! This week our hosts Game, Fig and Knob are heading to the Meadowlands. It's July 10th, 1989 and the Grateful Dead are tearing up Giants Stadium. Discussions about our favorite pairs for Franklin's Tower, licensing deals, and what makes Foolish Heart such a special Grateful Dead song.
- Fig would like it to be known he does not agree with this
Feel Like a Stranger > Franklin's Tower Walkin' Blues Jack-a-Roe When I Paint My Masterpiece Tennessee Jed Music Never Stopped >Â Don't Ease Me In
Foolish Heart Just a Little Light Playin' in the Band > Uncle John's Band > Drums > Space > Iko Iko > All Along the Watchtower > Morning Dew > Sugar Magnolia
Knockin' on Heaven's Door
It's 1984... almost. Happy New Year! Again! Welcome back to Help on the Way, where this week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob will be heading to the San Francisco Civic Auditorium to discuss the Grateful Dead's 12/31/83 show, and all three of its sets. There's much to say about the differences when a show is broadcast on the radio, the feeling of hearing a new Grateful Dead song, and the importance of drinking water.
Jack Straw Peggy-O New Minglewood Blues Candyman My Brother Esau Tennessee Jed Hell In A Bucket-> Don't Ease Me In
Sugar Magnolia-> Touch Of Gray Estimated Prophet-> Eyes Of The World-> Drums-> Space -> Throwing Stones-> Not Fade Away, E: Brokedown Palace
Big Boss Man-> Iko Iko In the Midnight Hour Goodnight Irene
Call Geena Davis, cause this week we're hitting the Thelma Theatre. This week our hosts FiG and Knob head to Los Angeles, California for the Grateful Dead's December 10th, 1969 show (and a bit from the next night that has been mislabeled). Discussions abound about our final thoughts on the Dead and Company summer tour, the Grateful Dead's harmonies, and the nature of podcasts. If you're reading this, Richard Herring, you've got an open invitation to the show.Â
China Cat Sunflower > I Know You Rider Black Peter Me & My Uncle Cold Rain & Snow Mama Tried > High Time Easy Wind Dire Wolf Casey Jones * Good Morning Little School Girl * Morning Dew * Black Queen * > Turn On Your Love Light *
Cryptical Envelopment > Drums > The Other One > Cryptical Envelopment > Cosmic Charlie
Welcome back to Help on the Way! This week, our hosts have been enjoying the end of the Dead and Co tour so much we weren't able to record a new episode. But just for your listening pleasure, we present our pilot episode! The tech is a little spotty, but the conversation is fun and they discuss a really hot show - August 4th, 1989 at the Cal Expo Ampitheatre.
Bertha > Greatest Story Ever Told Althea Mama Tried > Mexicali Blues Good Time Blues Built to Last Queen Jane Approximately Jack-a-Roe Cassidy Deal
Truckin' > Wang Dang Doodle > Crazy Fingers > Cumberland Blues > Eyes of the World > Drums > Space > The Wheel > I Need a Miracle > Stella Blue > Sugar Magnolia
It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
Get your master's degrees out, we're going to Stanford. Welcome back to the Help on the Way pod. This week our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are heading to California to knock on that golden door. It's the Grateful Dead's April 28th, 1985 show at the Frost Ampitheatre in Palo Alto, CA. Discussions abound about off nights for Jerry's voice, the recent Dead and Company shows, and whether New Minglewood or New New Minglewood Blues is better.Â
Gimme Some Lovin' Mississippi Half-Step New Minglewood Blues Bird Song Tons of Steel China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider
Hell in a Bucket Crazy Fingers Playin' in the Band China Doll Playin' in the Band drums Playin' in the Band Wharf Rat Throwin' Stones Not Fade Away
U.S. Blues She Belongs to Me
Roll tide! We've finally got a '77 show. Our hosts Game and Fig are heading down to Alabama for the Grateful Dead's May 17th, 1977 at Memorial Coliseum at the University of Alabama. Discussions abound about seeing Dark Star Orchestra by the beach, PeachFest, and how well a fire truck would fit in the band.Â
New Minglewood Blues > Mississippi Half-Step El Paso They Love Each Other Jack Straw Jack-a-Roe Looks Like Rain Tennessee Jed Passenger High Time Big River Sunrise Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain
Samson and Delilah > Bertha > Good Lovin' Brown Eyed Women Estimated Prophet Terrapin Station > Playin' in the Band > Drums > Wharf Rat > Playin' in the Band
Sugar Magnolia
Happy Boxing Day! This week on Help on the Way, our hosts Game, FiG and Knob are listening to the Grateful Dead's December 26th, 1980 show. This benefit for the Seva Foundation was performed at the Oakland Auditorium. Discussions abound about Brian Eno and ambient music, tape quality, and a very nice Scarlet > Fire. Stay tuned for a preview of Set 1!Â
Alabama Getaway > Promised Land They Love Each Other C.C. Rider Althea Cassidy Peggy-O Lost Sailor > Saint Of Circumstance > Deal
Scarlet Begonias > Fire On The Mountain Samson And Delilah Ship Of Fools Playin' In The Band > Drums > Not Fade Away > Black Peter >Â Around And Around > Good Lovin'
U.S. Blues
Morning comes, follow the path to the river shore with us! In what is probably our longest episode yet, our hosts Game, Fig, and Knob find themselves at the College of William and Mary for the Grateful Dead's September 12th, 1973 show. We're in the days between the recording of Wake of the Flood and its release. Conversations abound about the spontaneity of the show, our actual thoughts on the Dead and Company tour, and how much the recording quality of a show matters.Â
Bertha Mexicali Blues Brown Eyed Women El Paso Don't Ease Me In Looks Like Rain Here Comes Sunshine Ramble On Rose Me and My Uncle Bird Song Jack Straw Loser Big River
Loose Lucy Row Jimmy Let Me Sing Your Blues Away Weather Report Suite (Prelude) > Weather Report Suite (Part 1) > Let It Grow Around and Around Eyes of the World > Stella Blue Beat it on Down the Line Casey Jones
One More Saturday Night
Welcome back to the Help on the Way Podcast, where our number one occupation is talking about the Grateful Dead. This week, we're heading to Rochester, New York, for the Dead's 9/2/80 show at the Community War Memorial Auditorium. Conversation abounds about the 80s vs the 90s, a controversial Iko Iko, and our ten favorite things about the new Dead and Company tour which definitely happened before we recorded this episode. Then enjoy a preview of Set 1!Â
New Minglewood Blues Sugaree El Paso Friend of the Devil It's All Over Now China Cat Sunflower I Know You Rider Lost Sailor Saint of Circumstance Don't Ease Me In
Althea C.C. Rider Ship of Fools Estimated Prophet Terrapin Station Playin' in the Band drums Iko Iko Morning Dew Sugar Magnolia
Alabama Getaway
This week on the Help on the Way Pod, our hosts Game, Fig, and Knob find out that what happens in the Sam Boyd Stadium does not stay in the Sam Boyd Stadium. It's May 15th, 1993, and the Grateful Dead are playing in the band, mostly. It's not the best show featured, but it leads to some interesting discussions about Phil, the end of The Dead, and of course a lengthy tangent on The Beatles. Â
Picasso Moon Peggy-O The Same Thing Tennessee Jed Broken Arrow Bird Song
Here Comes Sunshine Playin' in the Band > Crazy Fingers >Â Playin' Reprise > Drums > Space > All Along the Watchtower > The Days Between > One More Saturday Night
Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds
Happy New Year! Wait, that's not right. Okay, it's sort of right. This week on Help on the Way pod, our hosts Game, Fig, and Knob are letting old acquaintance be forgot and never brought to mind. That's right, we're listening to the Grateful Dead's New Years Eve show from 1991, the band's last New Years show. Much discussion about Vince's contributions without Bruce, Bill Graham's influence, and of course what is the best New Years Eve show.
Hell in a Bucket Candyman Beat it on Down the Line It Must Have Been the Roses Black-Throated Wind West L.A. Fadeaway Masterpiece Help on the Way >Â Slipknot! > Franklin's Tower
Not Fade Away > Eyes of the World > Estimated Prophet > drums > space > The Other One > Wharf Rat > Sugar Magnolia  Knockin' on Heaven's Door
All three of our hosts, Game, Fig and Knob, are here to listen to The Grateful Dead's February 21st, 1971 show and to talk about this truly unique run of Grateful Dead shows at the Capitol Theatre. Much discussion abounds about the importance of tuning, Grateful Dead cover bands, and the worst Playin' in the Band we've maybe ever heard.Â
Set 1: Bertha Truckin' It Hurts Me Too Loser Greatest Story Ever Told Johnny B. Goode Mama Tried Hard To Handle Dark Star Wharf Rat Dark Star Me And My Uncle
Set 2: Casey Jones Playin' In The Band Me And Bobby McGee Candyman Big Boss Man Sugar Magnolia St. Stephen Not Fade Away Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad Not Fade Away Uncle John's Band
Welcome back! It's George Orwell's nightmare! This week on the Help on the Way podcast, our hosts Game and Knob leave FiG alone to tell you about the Grateful Dead's April 13th, 1984 show at the Hampton Coliseum in Hampton, VA. Much discussion (monologuing?) around a new book FiG read and of course the Cornell '77 Scarlet Fire. Enjoy a nice preview of set 1 following!
Day Job New Minglewood Blues Dire Wolf Beat it on Down the Line West L.A. Fadeaway It's All Over Now Bird Song Hell in a Bucket Don't Ease Me In
Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain Estimated Prophet Drums The Wheel Truckin' Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad Around and Around Good Lovin'
U.S. Blues
Welcome back to Help on the Way pod! This week, our hosts Game, Fig, and Knob come upon a child of God. When they asked him where he was going, he said "I'm going down to Yasgur's Farm, gonna join in a rock 'n' roll band." That's right, we're heading to Woodstock for the Grateful Dead's (in)famous 8/16/69 show. Much discussion abound our favorite Woodstock acts, whether the Dead's Woodstock set is as bad as they say, and what the show's highlight might be... We've got to get ourselves back to the garden!
St. Stephen >Â
Mama Tried
Dark Star
High Time
Turn On Your Love Light
Welcome back to the Help on the Way podcast. This week, we're joined by all three of our hosts to listen to The Grateful Dead's December 10th, 1979 show in Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Hall in Kansas City, KS. There is much discussion of early Brent's contributions, what makes a good Tennessee Jed, and whether the locals call it Soldiers' and Sailors' or Memorial Hall...Â
Set 1: Cold Rain And Snow Greatest Story Ever Told Peggy-O Mama Tried Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed Dancin' In The Streets Franklin's Tower Looks Like Rain Deal
Set 2: Scarlet Begonias Fire On The Mountain Easy To Love You Let It Grow He's Gone Truckin' Drums Wharf Rat Johnny B. Goode
Encore: U.S. Blues
This week on the Help on the Way podcast, we're joined by our hosts Knob and Fig, as Game has suffered a shattering loss. Nevertheless, we're heading over to Winterland to listen to The Grateful Dead's October 17th, 1978 show- the first Grateful Dead show since their iconic Egypt performances. Much discussion about Europe 72 relistens, our second Scarlet > Fire in a row, and a nitpicky history about U.S. Blues. Stay tuned for a very '78 set two!
Promised Land Friend of the Devil Mama Tried Mexicali Blues Tennessee Jed I Need a Miracle Stagger Lee Jack Straw
Scarlet Begonias Fire on the Mountain Estimated Prophet Eyes of the World Drums Space If I Had the World to Give Around and Around
U.S. Blues
Welcome back to the Help on the Way Podcast. This week, our co-hosts Game and Fig are heading where those chilly winds do blow- that's right, we're heading to the Windy City for the Grateful Dead's November 18th, 1978 show at the Uptown Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. Discussions abound about the killer Scarlet > Fire, what's shaking on Shakedown Street (the album), and for some reason our hosts can't stop talking about Brent.Â
Set 1: Jack Straw Candyman Me And My Uncle Big River Sugaree El Paso Stagger Lee It's All Over Now From The Heart Of Me The Music Never Stopped
Set 2: Scarlet Begonias Fire On The Mountain I Need A Miracle He's Gone Drums The Other One Wharf Rat Sugar Magnolia
Encore: One More Saturday Night
Welcome back to the Help on the Way Podcast! This week, Fig is taking the reins and doing the show solo. He's heading (accidentally) to St. Paul, Minnesota, for the Grateful Dead's February 17th, 1973 show. Discussions abound with Fig and himself about unreleased mega shows, and the awesome job done by the Grateful Dead and Phish subreddits. Stay tuned for a preview of set 2!
The good old hockey game is the best game you can name, and the best game you can name is the good old hockey game. But a show by the Grateful Dead in a hockey arena has got to be a close second. Welcome back to Help on the Way podcast. All three of our hosts are back, and this week Game, Fig and Knob are heading to the Billerica Forum is Billerica, MA for the Grateful Dead's May 11th, 1979 show. An audience tape of... mixed quality, much discussion abounds about the difference between Audience and Soundboard tapes. And the randomizer finally performs fan service by giving Dan the smoking Bertha he's been hoping for. Stay tuned for set 2 of this early Brent show.Â
Welcome back to the Help on the Way podcast. This week, our hosts Game and Fig find themselves in one hell of a town. Itâs May 9th, 1981 and the Grateful Dead are playing at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY. Much discussions of the contributions of women in the music of the Grateful Dead, teases from Brent and Jerry, and the gorgeous gorgeous Brokedown Palace. And enjoy a nice preview of the second set.
Mississippi Half Step
Franklin's Tower->
Feel Like A Stranger
Bird Song->
Little Red Rooster
Candyman
Mama Tried->
Mexicali Blues
Looks Like Rain->
China Cat Sunflower->
I Know You Rider
Lost Sailor->
Saint Of Circumstance->
Ship of Fools
Estimated Prophet->
Eyes Of The World->
Drums->
Space->
Truckin'->
Black Peter->
Around & Around->
One More Saturday Night
E: Brokedown Palace
Welcome back to the Help on the Way podcast! It's just after 10pm, which means you can drink if you want, and we can say whatever the đ©đŠđđ we want. And this week, our hosts Game, Fig and Knob have a lot to say about The Grateful Dead's June 6th, 1991 show at the Deer Creek Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana. Discussions of MIDI instruments, the size of the band, and really listening to each other.Â
Jack Straw
They Love Each Other
Wang Dang Doodle
Row Jimmy
Black Throated Wind
Big Railroad Blues
Cassidy
Might As Well
China Cat Sunflower->
I Know You Rider
Estimated Prophet->
Uncle John's Band->
Drums->
Space->
The Wheel->
All Along The Watchtower->
Stella Blue->
Turn On Your Love Light
Box Of Rain
This week on the Help on the Way podcast, the randomizer has decided our hosts Game, Fig and Knob tackle a double header- a short audience tape from 1968 taped by none other than Jorma Kaukonen, and some March 1975 demos from the Blues for Allah sessions. Discussion abounds about precision vs. energy, the history of Mountain Jam, and Primal Dead tape quality.
Alligator >Â
Drums >Â
Alligator
Caution >Â
Feedback
Help on the Way >Â
Slipknot >Â
Franklin's Tower
Lazy Lightning
The Music Never Stopped
Jam
Franklin's Tower
Crazy Fingers
Welcome back to the Help on the Way podcast. This week, our hosts Game, Fig and Knob are visiting a five-letter word for an Arizona College Town. It's August 30th, 1981, and the Grateful Dead are playing at the Compton Terrace Amphitheatre in Tempe, AZ. Our hosts are feeling a lot better about this week's show than last week's, especially with its second set full of Jerry ballads, strong playing, and slam-dancing.
Mississippi Half-Step >
Franklin's Tower
New Minglewood Blues
Tennessee Jed
Mama Tried >
Mexicali Blues
It Must Have Been the Roses
Beat it on Down the Line
Cumberland Blues
Looks Like Rain >
Might As Well
Samson and Delilah
Ship of Fools
Estimated Prophet >
He's Gone >
Drums >
Space >
The Other One >
Stella Blue >
Goin' Down the Road Feelin' Bad >
Good Lovin'
Don't Ease Me In
Welcome back to the Help on the Way podcast. This week, Game, Fig and Knob shed their winter blues by heading down to Greensboro, North Carolina (metaphorically) for the Grateful Dead's April 30th, 1981 show. While it's far from anyone's favorite show, there are interesting discussions to be had about the transitions, lyrics, and ultimately what makes a good Grateful Dead show.
Jack Straw
Peggy-O->
CC Rider
Alabama Getaway->
Greatest Story Ever Told
Loser->
Looks Like Rain
China Cat Sunflower->
I Know You Rider
Shakedown Street->
Samson & Delilah
It Must Have Been The Roses
Estimated Prophet->
Eyes Of The World->
Drums->
Truckin'->
Black Peter->
Around & Around->
Johnny B. Goode
Casey Jones
Welcome back to Episode 3 of the Help on the Way podcast! This episode, our humble co-host Fig is away on vacation, so Game and Knob are left to play. And by play, we of courses mean discuss the 5/11/72 Grateful Dead show from the Rotterdam Civic Hall. As part of the famous Europe 72 tour, they discuss the energetic first set and the jammier second set, anchored by (possibly) the longest Dark Star. Following the discussion, and enjoy a preview of Set 2!
Playin' In The Band
Sugaree
Mr. Charlie
Black Throated Wind
Deal
Chinatown Shuffle
Mexicali Blues
China Cat Sunflower->
I Know You Rider
It Hurts Me Too
Beat It On Down The Line
Brown Eyed Women
Jack Straw
Big Railroad Blues
Good Lovin'
Casey Jones
Morning Dew
Me & My Uncle
Two Souls In Communion
El Paso
Tennessee Jed
Next Time You See Me
Dark Star->
Drums->
Dark Star->
Sugar Magnolia->
Caution (Do Not Stop on Tracks)->
Who Do You Love->
Truckin'->
Uncle John's Band
One More Saturday Night
In the second episode of the Help on the Way podcast, we are joined by three of our co-hosts, Fig, Game, and Knob. This week, the trio listened to the Grateful Dead's 9/20/70 show from the Fillmore East in New York City, Discussions of the tight acoustic set and the unique jams of the electric set, and how this show compares to late acoustic/electric Grateful Dead shows.Â
Uncle John's Band
Deep Elem Blues
Friend Of The Devil
Big Railroad Blues
Dark Hollow
Ripple
To Lay Me Down
Truckin'
Rosalie McFall
Cumberland Blues
New Speedway Boogie
Brokedown Palace
Casey Jones
China Cat Sunflower->
I Know You Rider
Candyman
Sitting On Top Of The World
Good Lovin'->
Drums->
Good Lovin'
Big Boy Pete
Me & My Uncle
Easy Wind
Sugar Magnolia
Attics Of My Life
Mama Tried
Not Fade Away->
Caution (Do Not Stop on Tracks)->
And We Bid You Good Night
It's the premiere episode of the Help on the Way Podcast! The music may never stop, but it sure does start. This week, two out of our three co-hosts, Fig and Knob, discuss the Grateful Dead's 4/23/69 show(s) from The Ark in Boston, MA. Discussions of the oddball jams from the early show and the total party that is the late show. Enjoy a nice preview of the late show as well!Â
He Was A Friend Of Mine Dark Star -> St. Stephen -> It's A Sin -> St. Stephen -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Drums -> The Other One -> Cryptical Envelopment -> Sittin' On Top Of The World -> Turn On Your Love Light
Morning Dew Hard To Handle Doin' That Rag Alligator -> Drums -> Jam -> The Eleven -> Caution (Do Not Stop On Tracks) -> Feedback -> And We Bid You Good Night