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History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

Hosted by Junor Francis and Eric Kohler · music · EN · 128 episodes

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Hosted by veteran radio DJ/emcee/promoter Junor Francis, we celebrate Southern California's ska, rocksteady and vintage reggae scene through insightful conversations with the legends and modern-day players, including those behind-the-scenes. Produced by Eric Kohler for Rockery Radio. Follow us @HistoryofLASka, @JunorFrancis, and @Rockery_Radio on Instagram.Subscribe to our History of L.A. Ska channel on YouTube.Join our History of L.A. Ska group on Facebook.

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What is History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions about?

Hosted by veteran radio DJ/emcee/promoter Junor Francis, we celebrate Southern California's ska, rocksteady and vintage reggae scene through insightful conversations with the legends and modern-day players, including those behind-the-scenes. Produced by Eric Kohler for Rockery Radio. Follow us @HistoryofLASka, @JunorFrancis, and @Rockery_Radio on Instagram. Subscribe to our History of L.A. Ska channel on YouTube. Join our History of L.A.

Who hosts History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions?

History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions is hosted by Junor Francis and Eric Kohler. The show has published 128 episodes to date.

What has History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Episode 132: Ska's 4th Wave - Part 1 with Natalia Inez, Collin O'Connor & Samuel Mann" (16 October 2026, 95 minutes), "Episode 131: Reggae Got Soul Part 2 Roundtable with Jackie Mendez, Andre Cruz & Tony Medina" (18 September 2026, 102 minutes), and "Episode 129: Joey Quinones (Thee Sinseers, The Steady 45s, The Delirians)" (15 August 2026, 67 minutes).

How often does History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions publish?

History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 88 minutes across 128 episodes.

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Booking probability for History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions's contact route on record: public web form.

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Junor Francis and Eric Kohler hosts History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions, a music show with 128 episodes published.

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  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 132: Ska's 4th Wave - Part 1 with Natalia Inez, Collin O'Connor & Samuel Mann

    Oct 16, 20261h 35m

    Junor Francis and Eric Kohler talk with three Southern California-based rising talents who represent ska's 4th wave -- Natalia Inez, Collin O'Connor (Chudson), and Samuel Mann (Skidwizard).

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 131: Reggae Got Soul Part 2 Roundtable with Jackie Mendez, Andre Cruz & Tony Medina

    Sep 18, 20261h 42m

    On this Reggae Got Soul Part 2 Roundtable, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Jackie Mendez, Andre Cruz (The Steady 45s, Black Diamond Rhythm Band), and Tony Medina (Thee Illusions, The Delirians, The...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 129: Joey Quinones (Thee Sinseers, The Steady 45s, The Delirians)

    Aug 15, 20261h 7m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer, songwriter, and mutli-instrumentalist, Joey Quinones. He's a solo artist and frontman for Thee Sinseers, and a former member of The Steady 45s, The...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 128: The Dynamics Alumni

    Aug 1, 20261h 35m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with current and former members of the veteran Los Angeles-based, traditional ska group, The Dynamics - Amber Foxx, Tony Escarcega, Dex McFerson, Ted Morris, Eric...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 127: Celebrating Carlos Malcolm with Heather Augustyn, Eitan Avineri, Chris Murray & Robert "Zimbobway" Way

    Jul 18, 20261h 18m

    On this special Celebrating Carlos Malcolm episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by: author, educator Heather Augustyn; musician, bandleader Eitan Avineri; singer, musician Chris Murray; and...

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  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 126: Richard Blade (SiriusXM's 1st Wave, KROQ Radio Legend)

    Jul 4, 20261h 40m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with Richard Blade, legendary radio DJ, television host, author, and producer, who is one of the most recognizable voices of 1980's new wave and alternative music.

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 125: Celebrating Stranger Cole with Queen P, Darren Reggae, Mohair Slim & Chuck Wren

    Jun 21, 20261h 50m

    On this special Celebrating Stranger Cole episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by: singer, songwriter Persephone "Queen P" Laird; DJ, promoter, record collector Darren Reggae; Australian DJ...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 124: Promoter Roundtable w/ Tom Chasteen, Dane Roberts & Jon Halperin

    Jun 6, 20261h 32m

    On this Promoter Roundtable episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three well-respected, veteran promoters -- Tom Chasteen (Dub Club, Echodelic Sound), Dane Roberts (Victoria Ska & Reggae...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 123: Devin Morrison & John Butcher (The Expanders)

    May 16, 20261h 30m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two founding members of The Expanders - Devin Morrison and John Butcher. Devin's credits also include Man Like Devin & The Relatives, Long Beach Dub Allstars, The...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 122: Stephen Bradley (No Doubt, Gwen Stefani)

    Apr 25, 20261h 3m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with trumpeter, keyboardist, singer, songwriter, Stephen Bradley, whose credits include No Doubt, Gwen Stefani, Steel Pulse, Sullvn Band, and Smashing Pumpkins.

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 121: Pauline Black (The Selecter)

    Apr 4, 202656 min

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with legendary frontwoman, singer, songwriter, and actor, Pauline Black, of 2-Tone group, The Selecter.

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 120: Roy Panton & Yvonne Harrison (Jamaican Music Legends)

    Mar 21, 20261h 27m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two Jamaican ska and rocksteady legends, the husband and wife singing duo of Roy Panton and Yvonne Harrison.

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 119: Sean Flowerdew (London Int'l Ska Fest, Phoenix City All-Stars, Pama Int'l, The Loafers, Special Beat, Happy People Records)

    Mar 7, 20261h 18m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with London-based, veteran promoter, musician, songwriter, deejay, and record label operator, Sean Flowerdew, of The London International Ska Festival, Happy People...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 118: George "Clive" Murphy (The Tennors)

    Feb 14, 202659 min

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with singer, songwriter, and producer, George "Clive" Murphy, of legendary rocksteady trio, The Tennors. The Tennors alongside Eric "Monty" Morris will perform for...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 117: Lloyd "Bread" McDonald (Wailing Souls)

    Jan 24, 20261h 42m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with reggae legend, singer/songwriter, Lloyd "Bread" McDonald of Wailing Souls.

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 116: 2025 Year in Review Roundtable with Jer Hunter, Nancy Arteaga & Mikey Rhude

    Jan 11, 20261h 23m

    For this 2025 Year in Review Roundtable, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler are joined by singer, multi-instrumentalist, and influencer Jer Hunter (Skatune Network, We Are The Union), artist manager and...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 115: J. Bonner, Scott Abels & Jimmy Cliff's Rebirth

    Dec 28, 20251h 51m

    J. BONNER, SCOTT ABELS & JIMMY CLIFF'S REBIRTH is the focus of our final episode of 2025. On this Episode 115 hosted by Junor Francis and produced by Eric Kohler, J. and Scott reflect on recording and performing with...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 114: Reggae Got Soul - Part 1 with Dan Ubick, Tony Greene & Obi Fernandez

    Dec 13, 20251h 20m

    On this Reggae Got Soul - Part 1 episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three soulful and groovy guys on the scene - Dan Ubick (The Lions, Night Owls, Mad Geezers, Connie Price & The Keystones...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 113: San Diego Ska with John Roy & Steve Kader

    Nov 29, 20251h 39m

    Host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with two veterans on the San Diego ska scene - John Roy and Steve Kader, who represent (either together or individually) such bands as Gangbusters, The Big Express...

  • History of L.A. Ska: One On One Sessions

    Episode 112: Celebrating the '90s - Part 2 with Scott Klopfenstein, Mike Berault & Bill Meadows

    Oct 25, 20251h 47m

    On this Celebrating the '90s: Part 2 episode, host Junor Francis and producer Eric Kohler talk with three veterans on the ska punk scene - Scott Klopfenstein (Reel Big Fish, The Littlest Man Band, Knuckle Brothers, The...

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