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02/08/2025

On this day 57 years ago, The Doors lit up the Singer Bowl in Flushing Meadows, NY—a night of poetry, power, and inevitable chaos.

To mark the anniversary, we’ve dropped a jam-packed podcast episode diving deep into that legendary show. Join Michael Pappaceno, Travis Williamson, and myself as we explore:

🏟️ the storied history of the venue

🔥 the perfect storm that led to the show’s riotous finale

🎶 a deep dive into the songs and spoken word
…and so much more.

This one’s electric. Light your fire and press play!

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000720312411

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5gMU8TVPpCUh0L0mW63bnz?si=zptvwKNrTKWIlIXqjCG8iA

03/07/2025

Remembering Jim today on the 54th anniversary of his passing. Here is the Angela Bucci Silvers’ story about the last time she saw Jim.

You can hear her talk more about Jim and witnessing Miami here:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000650197785

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/30IuNaGuW2wCUFK5jLKNey?si=Il1VPUNCRCC-Kh4m_p7YNw

09/06/2025

I talk with filmmaker Tom DiCillo, writer and director of When You’re Strange — the definitive Doors documentary.

🔍 Hear how he waded through a box of silent footage of the band, found a story in the chaos, and pieced together some of the film’s most iconic moments.
🎤 From Johnny Depp’s perfect narration to a dinner with Jim Morrison’s sister, and a surprising condition attached to rare footage… nothing was off the table.
🎥 Plus: The truth behind the “stunt double” rumors and why Jim Ladd’s voice was the only one fit for a eulogy

This episode commemorates 60 years of The Doors and the upcoming Tribeca Film Festival screening of When You’re Strange.
🎟️ Hear the story behind this groundbreaking documentary — before you see it on the big screen!

🎧 Listen now:

Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1I3Mr4zwdKBFByrJaGeSHJ?si=RLcckLU2TcCxOAxnIY85Zw

Apple:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000712074788

23/05/2025

Join Michelle and me as we explore the remarkable rediscovery of Jim Morrison’s long-missing bust—found after 37 years. Michelle Campbell, who has lived in Paris since 1989, first visited Jim’s grave in 1972. In this episode, she shares the powerful changes she’s witnessed and documented at Père-Lachaise over the decades, including the removal of one headstone and the installation of another. She offers rare insight into how Jim’s grave was originally secured by Pamela Courson through now archaic methods, and the intimate burial plans that were once envisioned for the two of them. We also dive into Père-Lachaise’s ongoing efforts to preserve and honor Jim’s final resting place.

We celebrate the devotion of Doors fans worldwide, including the extraordinary contribution of Croatian sculptor Mladen Mikulin, whose bust once graced Jim’s grave. Michelle recounts the surreal story of Mladen hauling nearly 600 pounds of material to Paris and securing approval from both the city and the Morrison estate. We also pay tribute to two beloved members of the Doors community we’ve lost—Rainer Moddeman and Iain Boyack.

This conversation completely reshaped my understanding of Jim Morrison’s legacy—and revealed just how much heart, history, and mystery lives at his gravesite.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000709567711

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EkcFbgrpARXX6RDQVgwp1?si=O9hrhyZxQXeOrON7R2xiOw

21/05/2025

On this day in 2013, we lost Ray Manzarek. I’ll never forget getting the phone call right after getting off of work. I always loved this photo of the band, particularly Ray. You are forever missed!

12/05/2025

Join us as we dive into the Gold Mine that is Doors’ memorabilia with collector Chris Eline. We discuss some of his prized pieces (like his two verified Jim Morrison signatures, a scarf from Pam’s shop “Themis,” and even some other notable rock icon signatures), how he got into The Doors, his advice for new collectors, and much more! You can find pictures of his pieces in the accompanying social media posts!

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000708156207

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0jRw2CqHsV9iDa2jqCGivQ?si=ATlnz6u7TRigDaaL6rA12Q

30/04/2025

Please join me and my guest Michele Tempera as we talk about his book and blog “The Doors Through Strange Days.”

We discuss the importance of the album Strange Days, the early performances that shaped the songs into what they would become, the influences The Doors drew from, and much more. We break down some of the songs from Strange Days as well, and Michele insights are impeccable as he’s caught things I’ve never heard before!

You can find this episode wherever you get podcasts and you can find Michele’s blog on Facebook or at his website https://www.strangedaysbook.org/?m=1

You can also purchase his book on Amazon by following this link: https://a.co/d/f6kz6kQ

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000704804989

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bTh2IWF3D0ig5eUp9c9Zy?si=KxmQPaZwRPCHKQv6JnXk6g

14/04/2025

Join returning guests Travis and Michael along with long time Doors’ researcher, tape archivist, and contributor at the Mild Equator Chris Simondet as we discuss the newest Record Store Day Release “Strange Days 1967: A Work in Progress.” We break down the songs on the release as well as the songs left off. What do we think of the differences from the official album release? Where does this rank among previous Record Store Days releases? What can we expect from The Doors camp in the future? Almost two hours of discussion including some backwards tracks broken down! You don’t want to miss this one!

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000703468803

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7i99sLr5cBIiUiI1SJyQwH?si=Jl06GX_YQMuiDHm4SzONnw

08/01/2025

Happy Birthday to Robby Krieger of The Doors!

Ray said of Robby that "Not only was he the snake man on bottleneck guitar but he was also a tunesmith with a touch of the poet himself," and I can't say that I disagree!

15/12/2024

On the anniversary of The Doors playing the LA Forum, join Michael Pappaceno, Travis Williamson, and myself as we discuss one of the biggest performances of The Doors career. We also hear the newly converted Robert Haimer tape of the show as it’s never been heard before. We also talk about the LA Forum and the birth of arena rock, what equipment was used at the show, and where The Doors were at this point in 1968. Stay tuned for part two next week!

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000680395451

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7waIDZUShmLKVCIniulbDe?si=MVNFZZXFRe6QtqTptu-ZHQ

01/11/2024

Join me for a Halloween Special celebrating The Doors 1968 performance at the Freedom Hall in Louisville! Members of Tom Dooley and the Lovelights join me to discuss what they remember from the performance. They talk about meeting the band before the show, being brought into the dilemma with the missing piano bass, and overhearing the argument about Jim’s choice of attire.

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000675272950

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7u71eVMdP35nhbONJ2G6Vr?si=x2RR7O0mRK2Vn4CcGcEEFQ

11/07/2024

In case you missed our 4th of July episode this past week, join Michael Pappaceno, Travis Williamson, and myself for part one and two of our discussion of The Doors performance at the Hollywood Bowl. Michael obtained the late Robert Hamer’s tape and had it digitally transferred for the first time ever!

We discuss what ‘Absolutely Live’ vocals were used to replace the missing vocals from the official release, and we compare the bootleg tape to the 2012 release as well as the 1987 release.

We also discuss the equipment used, the background of the band and venue, and we wade into each band member’s book to get a clearer picture.

Was footage from a different concert used for the 2012 release? Does the story we’ve been told for years on how the vocal track was lost on some songs still hold water? We will answer all this in more in this jam packed two parter!

Special Thanks to Reed Barrickman of The Dirty Doors: A Tribute to The Doors for additional research included in the opening of part two that includes some corrections and additional information.

Part One

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000661274936

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2fdf4lKdKtEE6LTYP4kn8i?si=plGy1_MtTLe6dm7lnTXTAg

Part Two

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000661712324

Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opening-the-doors/id1658853049?i=1000661712324

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