Memphis Flash

An Elvis Presley Podcast/With Brad Birkedahl and Mark Shaffer

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26 episodes

Episode 26: Epic! An inside look at the new Elvis film
10/9/2025 | 37 mins.
The new Baz Luhrmann film EPIC, featuring unearthed and restored footage of Elvis, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. Author and friend of the podcast Paul Sweeney was there to see it and has an epic story to tell about his experience.
Episode 25: Elvis Keeps the Beat
13/7/2025 | 38 mins.
Brad and Mark explore part of the Elvis' musical legacy that's stayed under the radar. A look at when Elvis laid down the beat on many of his own hits!
Episode 24: My Wish Came True
01/2/2025 | 44 mins.
In the spirit of the Elvis song "My Wish Came True", Brad and Mark celebrate something they've been wishing for...the upcoming release of unseen footage of Elvis. That and other wishes are shared during this first episode of 2025.
Elvis for Beginners Part II
14/7/2024 | 48 mins.
If you're a newer Elvis fan there's lots of music to choose from. But where to begin, right? Writer and Elvis expert Gordon Minto recommends his favorite recordings to start your collection. Plus Brad and Mark find interesting connections between Elvis and Ricky Nelson.
Episode 22: EP's EPs
07/4/2024 | 59 mins.
Author Gordon Minto is back to tell us about his new book with John Townson;Elvis UK: The Ultimate Guide to Elvis Presley's British EPs 1957-2001.

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About Memphis Flash

The perfect podcast for the ultimate Elvis Presley fan. Brad Birkedahl and Mark Shaffer uncover hidden gems in the life and career of the king of rock and roll.

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