"The Joe Bev Valentine Treat" (One Hour Special)
Series: Joe Bevilacqua Valentine Programming
From: Joe Bevilacqua
Length: 00:59:32
This is a charming self-contained magazine style hour of stories (real and fictional) about love--hosted by veteran public radio producer and Ellenville Journal reporter Joe Bevilacqua.
The first half-hour is as follows:
1. "Who's Afraid of a Virginian's Wrath?" - a parody of the Edward Albee play, as played by George and Martha Washington, performed before a live audience, by husband and wife team Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
2. "A Valentine From Graham Nash's MAC" On February 12, 1996, an e-mail from rock artist Graham Nash's MAC laptop triggered a series of bizarre coincidences, which led to the meeting of Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg. The couple just celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary.
3. "Ode to a Transfer Station" or "Love Poem for the Dump" A poem by Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
4. "A Mathematical Valentine" In this charming short profile, producer Joe Bevilacqua tracks down his former mathematics professor Ron Reummler to hear how math can explain lost love. The second half-hour is as follows:
5. "The Love of Lee the Horselogger" Joe Bevilaqcua meets a man who set out in a covered wagon in 2006 to find his childhood sweetheart and fell in love with America instead, set to music by The Red Dirt Rangers.
6. "Marian the Librarian Finds Love at the Bookmobile" The true story of love, in Marion's own words, set to the song "Marian the Librarian" from "The Music Man."
7. "Valentine Vignette" a sketch by Daws Butler, performed before a live audience, by Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
More "Joe Bev" Valentine programming can be found at: http://www.prx.org/series/23013
More from Joe Bevilacqua
"Marion the Librarian"
(00:08:47)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
...in Marion's own words, set to the song "Marian the Librarian" from "The Music Man"
"Lee the Horselogger"
(00:10:28)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
Joe Bevilaqcua meets a man who set out in a covered wagon in 2006 to find his childhood sweetheart and fell in love with America instead.
"Cupid Comes to Camp Waterlogg"
(00:58:47)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
A perfect hour for Valentine's Day! The Comedy-O-Rama Valentine's Special returns!
"A Valentine From Graham Nash's MAC"
(00:10:07)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
A perfect piece for Valentine's Day! The true story of how Joe Bevilacqua met his wife because of Graham Nash's laptop
"A Mathematical Valentine"
(00:04:38)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
Definitely timely and a breath of fresh air for the upcoming Valentines Day. - Joel Brussell, PRX
"Louder & Funnier"
(00:59:58)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
An hour of the lighter side of early jazz--presented by Joe Bevilacqua (Joe Bev.)--from his personal 78rpm record collection.
"Abbott & Costello in the Catskills" Special
(00:58:11)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
An authentic recreation of a 1930s Borscht Belt variety show, recorded before a live audience in the Catskills.
12 Spanish Christmas Stories Translated into English - NEW!
(01:04:19)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
A new collection of twelve 2 to 7 minute charming holiday modules by noted Spanish author Pedro Pablo Sacristan, produced by Joe Bevilcqua. Great Christmas-time filler and ...
Daws Butler's Halloween Happening
(00:45:24)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
A new production of the classic radio play by the voice of Yogi Bear, Daws Butler!
"The Cartoon Carnival Thanksgiving Special"
(00:53:48)
From: Joe Bevilacqua
A humorous look at Thanksgiving.
Piece Description
This is a charming self-contained magazine style hour of stories (real and fictional) about love--hosted by veteran public radio producer and Ellenville Journal reporter Joe Bevilacqua.
The first half-hour is as follows:
1. "Who's Afraid of a Virginian's Wrath?" - a parody of the Edward Albee play, as played by George and Martha Washington, performed before a live audience, by husband and wife team Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
2. "A Valentine From Graham Nash's MAC" On February 12, 1996, an e-mail from rock artist Graham Nash's MAC laptop triggered a series of bizarre coincidences, which led to the meeting of Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg. The couple just celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary.
3. "Ode to a Transfer Station" or "Love Poem for the Dump" A poem by Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
4. "A Mathematical Valentine" In this charming short profile, producer Joe Bevilacqua tracks down his former mathematics professor Ron Reummler to hear how math can explain lost love. The second half-hour is as follows:
5. "The Love of Lee the Horselogger" Joe Bevilaqcua meets a man who set out in a covered wagon in 2006 to find his childhood sweetheart and fell in love with America instead, set to music by The Red Dirt Rangers.
6. "Marian the Librarian Finds Love at the Bookmobile" The true story of love, in Marion's own words, set to the song "Marian the Librarian" from "The Music Man."
7. "Valentine Vignette" a sketch by Daws Butler, performed before a live audience, by Joe Bevilacqua and Lorie Kellogg.
More "Joe Bev" Valentine programming can be found at: http://www.prx.org/series/23013
Broadcast History
New.
Timing and Cues
Self-contained.
Opens with applause and "Who's Afraid of a Virginian's Wrath (back announced by Bevilacqua.
Mid-break ends with music.
Second half opens with intro by Joe Bevilacqua, and ends with Waterlogg Productions audio logo and Bear Manor Media underwriting announcement.
Musical Works
| Title | Artist | Album | Label | Year | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "Marrakesh Express" | Crosby, Stills and Nash | Crosby, Stills and Nash. | Atlantic | 1969 | 04:20 |
| "Marian the Librarian" | Meredith Wilson | "The Music Man". | Warner Bros / Wea | 1962 | 02:47 |
| "Times Have Changed" | The Red Dirt Rangers | Rangers' Command. | Lazy S.O.B. Recordings | 1999 | 03:39 |
| "16 Reasons Why I Love You" | Connie Stevens | 45 rpm. | Warner Brothers 5137 | 1960 | 02:30 |

Barbara Herzenhorn
Posted on January 24, 2008 at 01:23 PM | Permalink
Review of "The Joe Bev Valentine Treat" (One Hour Special)
I found this hour to be absolutely infectious, charming and very inspiring. The host / producer took me into his own intimate world where love overcomes all obstacles and anything seems possible.
The best story is the one about the host / producer meeting his wife through Graham Nash. Just stunning and amazing!
It is sad that I do not see stations picking up this show. I encourage them to do so.
Check out this one! You will not be sorry.