How Music Shapes Us (with Paul Sadek)

Host Jack Socha welcomes Paul Sadek of Relevant Radio’s Daybreak back to the studio for an unusual episode focused on how music influences people emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually, and why listeners should be discerning about what they take in. They share radio memories from the 1960s–80s, including “full service” local stations, automation, and how playlists changed as competition increased. Along the way they discuss uplifting and faith-connected songs and artists, including Godspell (“Day by Day”), The Byrds’ “Turn! Turn! Turn!” (Ecclesiastes), The Hollies’ “Bus Stop” (and a cover by the Mona Lisa Twins), The Moody Blues, Paul Davis lyrics that referenced Christian themes, Cat Stevens’ “Morning Has Broken,” and reflections on “I’ve Never Been to Me,” including Charlene and a Howard Keel version. The episode includes a Bishop’s Annual Appeal message for the Diocese of La Crosse.

00:00 Show Opens

00:55 Music Shapes Us

01:43 Vaccine PSA Break

03:46 Back In The Studio

04:49 Paul’s Radio Origins

05:33 Full Service Radio Days

07:32 Pentagon Night Shift Tunes

09:44 Lyrics That Influence

13:14 Faith Inspired Songs

22:51 Radio Playlists Then Now

24:20 Finding New Covers Online

24:47 Bus Stop Love Story

29:43 Psychedelic Vs Spiritual Albums

32:25 Break And Diocesan Appeal

34:39 Beatles And Festival Memories

36:46 Faith Hiding In Pop Hits

42:14 Tiny Tim Deep Cuts

47:20 Sincere Songs And Regrets

56:17 Catholic Music Finale