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  1. Quiet Village 1292023/09/29
    New music from Brett Barnes, The Hypnotiques, The New Les Baxter Orch., Tiki Joe's Ocean, Bo Axelzon and myself. Plus an Aloha to Jimmy Buffett.
  2. Quiet Village 128: with Ron Ferrell2023/08/28
    Ron Ferrell talk about Tiki in movies and historic Ventura County Tiki temples as we both get tipsy on Drifter’s Reef cocktails.
  3. Quiet Village 127: Music for Maui2023/08/15
    I play music about Maui and Lahaina in remembrance of the lives lost and effected by the fires.
  4. Quiet Village 126: from the Bamboo Club2023/07/23
    Recorded LIVE at the Bamboo Club in Long Beach, CA with guests Bamboo Ben, Sunshine Tiki of Zen Tiki Lounge Podcast & Dustin Rodriguez, manager of the Bamboo Club. We get hammered and blather on and on like idiots. Extra special Mahalos to Zen Tiki Lounge!
  5. Quiet Village 125: Jordan Reichek2023/06/19
    Jordan Reicheck, producer of Exotikon talks about the first LA-Based Exotica weekend event to be held June 23, 24, 25, 2023! Plus an Aloha to Astrud Gilberto and new tunes from the Sweet Enough and Mona Fong.
  6. Quiet Village 1242023/05/23
    Releases from Ernie Menehune, Mr Moai and the Tiki Heads, music from Rubin Stein & the Dictaphone, John Zorn, Te Vaka, The Tradewinds Orchestra and more.
  7. Quiet Village 1232023/05/06
    Featuring the newest release from your host DigiTiki. Plus tunes by the Tiki Vibes, Rene Paulo, Arthur Lyman, and more.
  8. Quiet Village 1222023/04/07
    New music from The Poly-Tones, The Tiki Delights, Honolulu Transport, Mr. Moai & the Tikiheads, and few classics thrown in for good measure.
  9. Quiet Village 121: Rene Paulo Tribute2023/03/22
    A tribute to the late great Hawaiian pianist Rene Paulo
  10. Quiet Village 120: with Skip Heller pt 22022/12/14
    The crime wave continues with more Film Noir crime jazz tunes and talk with Skip Heller, part 2 of 2
  11. Quiet Village 119: Film Noir with Skip Heller pt 12022/12/14
    Skip Heller visits to talk about his newest Film Noir music project and the genre in general. Part 1 of 2.
  12. Quiet Village 118: Hawaii Calls Japanese CD's2022/10/19
    Feat. the rare Japanese CD reissues of classic Hawaii Calls albums
  13. Quiet Village 1172022/08/22
    Music from Hawaii Calls, Shark Alley Hobos and Vangelis plus great tunes from my buddy Georg.
  14. Quiet Village 116: Live at Le Fern2022/07/09
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  15. Quiet Village 1152022/05/05
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  16. Quiet Village 114: with Hanford Lemoore2022/04/23
    Hanford Lemoore, the proprietor of Tiki Centeral.com visits to talk about the famed tiki message boards inception, decline and comeback.
  17. Quiet Village 1132022/03/04
    Ultra rare Japanese CD reissues of Hawaiian LPs. Feat. Phil Moore, Hawaii Calls, Gene Rains Group and Arthur Lyman
  18. Quiet Village 112: Easy LIstening Goes Hawaiian, Vol. 22022/02/15
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  19. Quiet Village 111: Easy LIstening Goes Hawaiian, Vol. 12022/01/29
    Easy listening artist's musical trips to the Islands. Feat. Lawrence Welk, Mantovani, Henry Mancini, Ray Conniff, Jackie Gleason and more.
  20. Quiet Village 110: Country Goes Hawaiian2022/01/17
    We take a look at the American Country music artists that ventured into Hawaiian music. Includes songs by Hank Snow, Marty Robbins, Roy Rogers, Willie Nelson, Burl Ives, Jerry Byrd, Buddy Merrill, Bob Wills, Les Paul, and many more.
  21. Quiet Village 109: Crooners Go Hawaiian2022/01/10
    This episode looks at the American pop crooners of the 50's & 60's as they begin to include Hawaiian songs in their songbooks and even record full Hawaiian themes albums. Includes Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Perry Como, Connie Francis, Bing Crosby and more.
  22. Quiet Village 1082021/12/22
    An audio tribute to the recently closed Oceanic Arts in Whittier, CA. The episode includes an ambient audio postcard from inside Oceanic Arts.
  23. Quiet Village 1072021/10/27
    New music from Don Nuzzo, El Borko, Jim Fiegen, The Manakooras, and vintage tunes supplied by Georg Balandran.
  24. Quiet Village 106: Restaurant & Live records, pt 32021/09/15
    pt 3 of 3, even more live and restaurant Tiki records.
  25. Quiet VIllage 105: Restaurnt & Live Records, Pt. 22021/08/21
    More rare records and live albums recorded at or promoting Tiki restaurants.
  26. Quiet Village 104: Restaurant Records pt 12021/08/18
    Rare records and live albums recorded at or promoting Tiki restaurants.
  27. Quiet Village 1032021/07/28
    Tracks from Xtahuele's new "Dharmaland" Eden Ahbez release, plus tunes by Jim Fiegen, Don Nuzzo, Te Vaka and more
  28. Quiet Village 102: George Balandran2021/06/10
    Listener Georg visits and brings a bunch of German Hawaiian records--A new discovery!
  29. Quiet Village 1012021/04/25
    Something old, something new; tiki tunes found recently on Bandcamp, suggestions from listeners and some vintage music for good measure.
  30. Quiet Village 100: with Martin Denny2021/04/05
    Its the 100th episode! To celebrate I feature a rare full interview with Martin Denny--the father of Exotica.
  31. Quiet Village 99: Tim "Swanky" Glazner2021/03/05
    Author and co-founder of Hukilau talks about his book on the Mai-Kai, latest updates on the restaurant and his upcoming Don the Beachcomber biography book and movie.
  32. Quiet Village 98: with Bob & Wendy Cripe2021/01/29
    Bob & Wendy Cripe share their exotica finds and music I don't have! Plus, latest news on Kowloon & Mai-Kai closures and the passing of Dawn Wells.
  33. Quiet Village 97: Frank Luna2020/12/22
    Frank Luna, longtime friend and archivist for Ernie Menehune visits to talk about his work restoring and reissuing Ernie's albums on CD.
  34. Quiet Village 96: Darren Long2020/11/10
    Darren Long of the Tiki Delights visits to talk about his lates release "Lounging with the Tiki Delights"
  35. Quiet Village 95: Velvet artist Wray2020/10/21
    Velvet artist Wray & new Ernie Menehune CD reissues
  36. Quiet Village 94: Reckless Night Ensemble2020/09/08
    Skip Heller & Nick Ornelas of the Reckless Night Ensemble discuss their new release "PanAmericanos" the music of Lalo Guerrero and Raymond Scott
  37. Quiet Village 932020/08/15
    A take on some modern exotica and a message to my listeners.
  38. Quiet Village 92: with Tom Duncan2020/05/25
    Rocket scientist Tom Duncan joins me to talk about his excellent detective work in uncovering more facts about Gene Rains and other notable Hawaiian music artists.
  39. Bali-Hai Bonus2020/05/01
    Nothing but version of the song Bali-Hai. Because...why not?
  40. Quiet Village 91 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 22020/05/01
    The craziness continues with guests Sean & Dea as we explore Exotica's connection to Broadway.
  41. Quiet Village 90 - Tikis Over Broadway pt 12020/04/30
    Friends Dea & Sean join this COVID-19 edition as we discuss Broadway show tunes performed by Exotica artists.
  42. Relaxing Tiki Bonus Mix2020/03/20
    In these trying times, a little escape is a good thing. Enjoy this all soft Exotica mix coupled with jungle birds and gentle rain and thunder to whisk you away to the Quiet Village.
  43. Quiet Village 892020/03/15
    Rare vintage records that i cannot find digital copies of anywhere.
  44. Quiet Village 88: YouTube Exotica2020/01/26
    Rare exotica found on YouTube
  45. Quiet Village 87: Music For a Spookilau Vol. 22019/10/30
    The much requested second installment of music for your Halloween tiki party
  46. Quiet Village 86: Ghosting Martin Denny2019/06/25
    New exotica by Don Nuzzo; the Universal vault fire; Ghosting Martin Denny's catalog with Kerry Byrnes
  47. Quiet Village 85: IntoxiKA2019/05/27
    Thomas Mackay & Augie Lopaka Colon Jr. of IntoxiKA stop by. Plus music by The Martini Kings, Lisa Ono, Te Vaka and more
  48. Quiet Village 84: Darren Long2019/04/22
    Artist, musician and author Darren Long visits the Quiet Village to talk about his new book about the Omni Hut tiki restaurant in Tennessee. He also talks about his Tiki band, The Tiki Delights. Plus, music from UC Santa Barbara's Edison cylinder archiv
  49. Quiet Village 83: Lisa Ono2018/12/29
    Interview with Bossa Nova artist Lisa Ono. Songs: "Girl from Ipanema", "In The Mood", "Non-Stop to Brazil", "Blue Hawaii", "Nani Wai'Ale Ale", "Sway It, Hula Girl", plus exclusive live recording of "Moon Rier" live in Los Angeles, October, 2018.
  50. Quiet Village 82: I'm Back!2018/09/30
    After a long hiatus, I'm back. This show features stuff I've been meaning to play and music I've discovered on my break. Feat. Lisa Ono, Monster Rally, On Fillmore, Kava Kon, Paul Page, Jim Feigen, and more.
  51. Quiet Village 812017/03/22
    New music from Christopher De Groot; tiki music news; the music of "Moana"; Tiki Joe's Ocean; Monster Rally; Gene Rains; Jim Fiegen; Kava Kon; and many more
  52. Quiet Village 80: Makahiki event producers2016/11/04
    Makahiki event producers join me and bring music from Roland Remington, Hoosier Haoles, The Troubadours and more. Plus new tunes by Ixtahuele, Mike Hoffman, Jim Fiegen and Paul Page.
  53. Quiet Village 79: Plethora of Percussion2016/09/08
    A trip into the world of Percussion albums from the 50's & 60's. We explore kitschy and quirky song from the era when everyone was releasing albums with the term "percussion" in the title.
  54. Quiet Village 78: Live from Don The Beachcomber2016/05/11
    Live from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG
  55. Quiet Village 78: Live from Don The Beachcomber2016/05/11
    Live from Don The Beachcomber in Seal Beach with Zen Tiki Lounge, Rory Snyder, Kari Hendler, Big Toe, Ken Ruzick, Doug Horne, Adrian & more. A full hour of rum soaked craziness!! OMG
  56. Quiet Village 77: Mark & Maggie Bloom2016/03/30
    Mark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass talk about their new art endeavor Tales From The Trash, coming to LA. Plus, Alika Lyman Group LP announcements and new music from Renn Loa and much more!
  57. Quiet Village 76: in memory of Diana Lai2016/03/13
    Dedicated to the memory of Diana Lai, first hostess of the Enchanted Tiki Room. Also featuring new music by Jim Fiegen, Ding Dong Devils, Slide Night and more.
  58. The Quiet Village 75: Korla Pandit feat. John Turner2016/01/30
    The musical world of Korla Pandit, the original Godfather of Exotica with John Turner, the creator of the new film "Korla". John talks about Korla's music, his effects on the public and his hidden secret.
  59. Quiet Village 742015/12/02
    Music by Robert Drasnin, Jim Fiegen, The Turfmen, Les Baxter, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Stolen Idols, Kava Kon and many more
  60. Quiet Village 73: Robert Drasnin memorial2015/11/02
    A tribute show to late Robert Drasnin, noted film and TV composter, professor and creator of one of the seminal Exotica records for any Tiki music lover. Freaturing interviews Skip Heller & Jeff Chenault.
  61. Quiet Village 72: In memory of Ernie Menehune2015/08/05
    Dedicated to the late Ernie Menehune - with interviews from Siouxzan Perry, Jeff Chenault & Mark & Maggie Bloom
  62. Quiet Village 712015/02/21
    A loot at the "Exotica Classics" 2 CD collection and music from Tiki Joe's Ocean, Rains, Lyman Denny and more.
  63. Quiet Village 70: Paul Conrad2014/11/15
    Paul Conrad: original pianist and arranger for the Gene Rains Group visits the Village to talk about his long and varied music career working with Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Ethel Azama, Anita O'Day and Bette Midler to name a few.
  64. Quiet Village 69: Rory Snyder & Sonny Moon2014/09/30
    Rory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente and Sonny Moon, lead singer of Nutty, visit to talk about the Mod Palm Springs weekend event. Plus, music by Alika Lyman, Ixtahuele, Gene Rains and more.
  65. Quiet Village 68: with Randy Poe2014/08/19
    Interview with Randy Poe, author, music historian and co-producer of the new Gene Rains CD talks about getting Gene Rains released. Plus new music from Ixtahuele and much more.
  66. Quiet Village 67: Drew Farmer of Stolen Idols2014/06/26
    Drew Farmer of the Stolen Idols visit the Village to talk about the band's new album; Gene Rains release announcement; new digitial reissue by Ted Aulletta and of course, some great tunes.
  67. Quiet Village 66: Alika Lyman2014/05/09
    Alika Lyman visits to talk about his new release and tribute to his Great Uncle Arthur Lyman, "Leis of Jazz, Vol. 2" as well as preview tracks from the Stolen Idols' new album "Moonlight Offerings."
  68. Quiet Village 65: Spy Jazz2014/03/12
    GuestDavid Broussal, of Spy Bop Royale.com visits the Quiet Village as we explore the world of spy jazz. David shares some of his collection of ultra rare spy jazz records.
  69. Quiet Village 64: Julius Wechter2014/01/05
    Interview with the family of Julius Wechter, vibraphonist for Martin Denny and founder of the Baja Marimba Band and so many more things.
  70. Quiet Village 632013/01/20
    Music by Scott Peterson, The Martini Kings, Kitty Chow & Fisherman, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica and many more
  71. Quiet Village 62: The Zombie Show with Jeff Berry & Eric October2013/10/31
    The ZOMBIE SHOW! Jeff "Beachbum" Berry talks about the Zombie cocktail and his new book on Caribbean drinks as Eric October, Manuel and I mix up every possible Zombie recipe we can find. You won't believe your ears as your liver is terrorized beyond imagination in this Halloween Zombie special.
  72. Quiet Village 61: Rory Snyder2013/09/22
    Rory Snyder, producer of Tiki Caliente weekend event talks about his newest event, Mod-Palm Springs. We talk about Exotica's very close ties to Latin music. Plus, a big reveal.
  73. Quiet Village 60: Nick Camera2013/08/14
    Nick Camera, founder of Tiki Magazine enjoys a Mai Tai at the Bali Hai restaurant in San Diego as he talks about the magazine. Also, new music from Darren Long and the Tiki Delights.
  74. Quiet Village 59: Music for a Vegas Lounge2013/06/16
    You have a ticket for front row seat in the Quiet Village Casino Lounge for swinging' crooners and comedians
  75. Quiet Village 582013/05/28
    New music from Ixtahuele & Darren Long; new CD reissues of Martin Denny classics and tunes from Kava Kon, Robert Drasnin, Skip Heller, Gene Rains and more.
  76. Quiet Village 572013/04/15
    Songs by Martin Denny/Si Zenter, Kava Kon, Alex Keack, Tiki Joe's Ocean, Gene Rains and many more. Plus, news about the Amazon Associate Program and the announcement of the coming Quiet Village Radio.
  77. Quiet Village 562013/03/21
    The closing of the Bahooka Restaurant, reissued albums from Roy Smeck, South Seas Serenaders, new release from Alika Lyman; the grand opening of the Quiet Village Gift Shop and much more news from the world of TIki.
  78. Bob's Jazz Bonus2013/02/24
    Classic jazz tunes hand picked by Quiet Village guest Bob Martinez.
  79. Quiet Village 55: Talking Jazz with Bob Martinez2013/02/24
    Bob Martinez visits the Quiet Village and brings his jazz records with him as we sit around and talk jazz.
  80. Quiet Village 542013/01/19
    The latest news from the Quiet Village on new and noteworthy releases, thank you's to Eric and Simon for the amazing mugs and, as always, great music.
  81. Quiet Village 53: Eric October2013/01/01
    Artist Eric October returns to guest host the show to blow your mind with some unexpected tunes. We also talk about how Eric came to Exotica music and his most recent art projects.
  82. Quiet Village 52: Tonga Hut part 22012/11/21
    Part 2 of the field visit to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. I have another mai tai as patrons select their favorite tunes.
  83. Quiet Village 51: Tonga Hut part 12012/11/06
    Travel to the Tonga Hut- Los Angeles' oldest continually operational Tiki bar in North Hollywood. Regulars and friends stop by and make song requests and chat with DigiTiki. Meet Tonga Hut proprietors Amy Boylan & Jeremy Fleener as well as regulars John O, Tonga Tom and more.
  84. Quiet Village 502012/09/23
    Celebrating the 50th show!! A solid hour of "Quiet Village".
  85. Quiet Village 49: with Bill Raetz2012/08/26
    guest Bill Raetz, author of numerous pulp fiction books drops by the Village for a chat about his new book tiki spy thriller "Voodoo Lodge."
  86. Quiet Village 482012/06/07
    Exotica from Ixtahuele, The Crazed Mugs, Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica, Tiki Joe's Ocean and many more.
  87. Quiet Village 472012/04/17
    Recent reissues of classic Exotica and Hawaiian music albums. Artists include: Ralph Font, Johnny Pineapple, Bobby Hackett, Luke Leilani, Rene Paulo and more
  88. Quiet Village 462012/03/21
    Exotica, Polynesian, Hapa Haole and Lounge music from yesterday and today. Artists include Perry Como, Andy Williams, Arthur Lyman, Cal Tjader, Martin Denny, Gene Rains, and many many more great artists!
  89. Quiet Village 22: Eric October2009/09/19
    Artist Eric October guest hosts, plays his exotica choices and interviews DigiTiki. Featuring the art of Eric October and the music of Pizzacatto 5, Les Baxer, Martin Denny, Frank Chacksfield, Connie Francis and much more.
  90. Quiet Village 45: Crime Jazz2012/01/29
    The musical underworld of cops and robbers, dark alleys, badges and spies come the Quiet Village. Crime Jazz and Spy Jazz expose us to a few of the many stories in the naked city.
  91. Quiet Village 44: guest Keith Pawlak2012/01/16
    Special guest Keith Pawlak, curator of the Exotica Archive at University of Arizona, Tucson visits to talk about the archives and his impressive collection of Capitol Records recordings.
  92. Quiet Village 432011/11/20
    Tunes from the new Beachcomber's Corner database that is now part of the DigiTiki.com web site. A resource for the geek collector (like me) with listings of reissued classic Exotica, Hawaiian and Lounge LPs.
  93. Quiet Village 42: with Jim Bacchi2011/10/25
    The Quiet Village is back in action with special guest Jim Bacchi who drops by to talk about the Tikiyaki Orchestra's new album "Aloha, Baby!" and their CD release party.
  94. Quiet Village 41: The Music of Jackie Gleason2011/06/16
    Not many realize that Jackie Gleason was also a pioneer of mood music. Gleason spearheaded the production of 60 LP's of lush music. No talking, just lush lazy sounds of Jackie Gleason. So sit by the fire on your bear skin rug (with a mai tai of course) and enjoy the dreamy sounds of Jackie Gleason.
  95. Quiet Village 402011/05/28
    An hour of great exotica, Hawaiian and lounge music
  96. Quiet Village 392011/05/15
    New reissues of vintage exotica and lounge music
  97. Quiet Village 38: with Brian O'Neill2011/04/25
    Guest Brian O'Neill, leader of Mr. Ho's Orchestrotica talks about his newest albums, plus new issued exotica
  98. James Bond Themes2011/03/01
    Various versions of the James Bond Theme
  99. Quiet Village 37: Music of 007, pt 22011/02/27
    The music of 007, part 2. Agent Joe Banks returns to the Quiet Village as we sip vesper martinis and geek out of the world and music of Agent 007. Dedicated to John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond.
  100. Quiet Village 36: Music of 007 pt 12011/02/02
    Guest Scott Mabbut returns as we get smashed on Vesper martinis and geek out on the music of James Bond, Agent 007. This episode is dedicated to the memory of John Barry, the man who made Bond sound so Bond. Join us as we get smashed on Vesper martinis.
  101. Quiet Village 35: Kirby & Tikiyaki talk Gilligan's Island2010/11/11
    Tiki Artist Kirby & Musician Jim Bacchi visit the Village and talk about their upcoming Gilligan's Island-themed art show. Join us as we hang around the Quiet Village and chat about our favorite TV show...little buddy.
  102. Quiet Village 34: Music for a Spookilau2010/10/23
    over 90 minutes of ghoulish tunes for your Spookilau Halloween party
  103. Quiet Village 33: Bossa Nova2010/09/09
    Bossa Nova and Sambas from Brazil
  104. Quiet Village 322010/08/08
    New release from the Beachcomber Trio, including vintage exotica from Augie Colon, Gene Rains, Tommy Garrett and more.
  105. Quiet Village 312010/06/28
    New exotica reissues
  106. Quiet Village 302010/05/29
    Director Scott Mabbutt guest hosts the Quiet Village and brings a rather eclectic mix of rare and unreleased tunes.
  107. Quiet Village 29: Music of Gene Rains2010/04/18
    The music of Gene Rains; 1960's vibraphonist and widely considered the 3rd man of exotica.
  108. Quiet Village 28: Mark & Maggie BLoom & Relight The Night2010/03/24
    Mark & Maggie Bloom of Velvet Glass stop by the Quiet Village to discuss the Relight The Night event at the Kon Tiki restaurant in Tucson, Arizona; Tucson's tiki and mid-century history, inside information on the Kon Tiki Restaurant and their glass art.
  109. Quiet Village 27: Ernie Menehune2010/02/15
    Interview with Hawaiian entertainer Ernie Menehune at his ranch in Tucson, AZ, plus new vintage exotica releases
  110. Quiet Village 26: Andy Nazzal of Tiki Joe's Ocean2009/12/14
    guest: Andy Nazzal from Tiki Joe's Ocean is in the hut to talk about his new Tikified Christmas album, plus a wave of retro lounge and Hawaiian Holiday tunes!
  111. Quiet Village 252009/11/21
  112. Quiet Village 24: Rare Vinyl e/Jeff Chenault, pt 22009/11/02
  113. Quiet Village 23: Rare Vinyl w/Jeff Chenault, pt 12009/10/19
  114. Quiet Village 212009/08/31
  115. Quiet Village 202020/07/01
  116. Quiet Village 19: Rumpus Room2020/07/01
  117. Quiet Village 18: Diana Lai2009/06/17
  118. Quiet Village 17: Music for a Luau2009/05/11
  119. Quiet Village 162009/04/12
  120. Quiet Village 152009/03/20
  121. Quiet Village 14: with Squid2009/03/01
  122. Quiet Village 132009/01/19
  123. Quiet Village 12: Hawaii Calls2009/01/01
  124. Christmas Bonus2008/12/20
  125. Quiet Village 11: Exotica Christmas2008/12/09
  126. Quiet Village 102020/07/01
  127. Quiet Village 9: Music For A Dark Bar2008/10/25
  128. Quiet Village 8: Futurexotica II w/Robb Hamel2008/09/27
  129. Quiet Village 7: Futurexotica, part 12008/09/06
  130. Quiet Village 62008/08/21
  131. Quiet Village 5: Hukilau2008/07/20
  132. Quiet Village 42008/06/07
  133. Quiet Village 32008/05/01
  134. Quiet Village 22008/04/13
  135. Quiet Village 12008/04/04
The Quiet Village
https://www.digitiki.com/podcast.html
Exotica, Polynesian music, Lounge tunes and Tiki Talk