John Phillips: podcast appearances and interviews

John Edmund Andrew Phillips was an American musician, singer, and songwriter born on August 30, 1935, and who passed away on March 18, 2001. He was best known as the leader of the vocal group the Mamas & the Papas and is often referred to as Papa John Phillips. As a primary songwriter for the group, he wrote many songs including 'San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)' in 1967 for Scott McKenzie and the widely covered 'Me and My Uncle,' which was popular among the Grateful Dead. In addition to his musical contributions, Phillips was a key organizer of the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, a significant event in the history of rock and roll. His influence extended beyond performance to shaping important cultural moments of the 1960s. Currently, he is known for his role as the host of 'The John Phillips Show' broadcast on 790AM KABC, where he continues to engage audiences with his insight and experience.