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From November 21-November 30, The Beatles Channel (Ch. 18) will air a number of exclusive specials dedicated to “The Beatles Anthology” to celebrate the release of the newly restored, revamped, and expanded “The Beatles Anthology 2025” music collection (out November 21) and documentary series (streaming on Disney+ starting November 26) – “plus The Beatles Anthology 25th Anniversary book” (out now).
Special programs include “Inside The Beatles Anthology”— an exclusive 4-part series that takes a deep dive through each volume of the music collection’s demos and rarities; a Beatles Channel Roundtable discussion about the Anthology, and a 60-minute program “The Beatles Anthology: In The Studio” hosted by Kevin Howlett.
Beatles Anthology Specials
The Beatles Anthology Roundtable
Hosts Bill Flanagan, David Fricke, and Chris Carter take a deeper look at the expanded “Anthology” music collections, which now include Anthology 4, newly curated by Giles Martin, featuring 13 previously unreleased demos and session recordings and other rare recordings. The new 2025 mix of “Free As A Bird” is also featured on the exclusive Roundtable special, a celebration of the music, the memories, and the legacy of the band that changed history.
Listen on The Beatles Channel at the times below, and stream the special on the SiriusXM app now by searching “Beatles Anthology Roundtable.”
Broadcast Schedule
| Wednesday, November 26 | 9pm ET |
| Saturday, November 29 | 3pm ET |
| Sunday, November 30 | 10pm ET |
Inside The Beatles Anthology
The Beatles Channel presents “Inside The Beatles Anthology,” an exclusive four-part series that spotlights each of the individual volumes in the restored and expanded “Anthology” music collections. Across these new specials, hosts Bill Flanagan, Meg Griffin, David Fricke, and Chris Carter guide listeners through the highlights of each release, from the alternate takes and demos to the rare recordings and new mixes that bring fresh perspective to The Beatles’ legacy. Together, the series offers fans a chance to experience the “Anthology” volumes in depth, one by one, and discover how these collections continue to tell the story of the band that changed the world.
Listen on The Beatles Channel at the times below, and stream each volume on the SiriusXM app now by searching “Inside The Beatles Anthology.”
Broadcast Schedule
Volume 1
| Monday, November 24 | 4pm ET |
| Thursday, November 27 | 12am ET |
| Sunday, November 30 | 8pm ET |
Volume 2
| Tuesday, November 25 | 11am ET |
| Thursday, November 27 | 1pm ET |
| Friday, November 28 | 6am ET |
Volume 3
| Tuesday, November 25 | 9pm ET |
| Thursday, November 27 | 4pm ET |
| Friday, November 28 | 11am ET |
Volume 4
| Thursday, November 27 | 9pm ET |
| Saturday, November 29 | 11am ET |
| Sunday, November 30 | 8am ET |
The Beatles Anthology: In the Studio
Kevin Howlett explores how The Beatles created their classic recordings In The Studio. Hear session outtakes from the three remastered Anthology albums from the mid-1990s and the brand new collection, Anthology 4. Including interviews from John, Paul, George and Ringo … and producer George Martin.
Listen on The Beatles Channel at the times below, and stream it on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.
| Wednesday, November 26 | 1pm ET |
| Saturday, November 29 | 12am and 8pm ET |
| Sunday, November 30 | 12pm ET |
Way Beyond Compare
Join Beatles expert Tom Frangione as he explores Fab Four alternate takes, live performances, and versions of Beatles recordings you’ve never heard before! This week, Tom spotlights music from the new Anthology 4!
Listen on The Beatles Channel at the times below, and stream it on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.
| Monday, November 24 | 2pm ET |
| Tuesday, November 25 | 11pm ET |
| Friday, November 28 | 4pm ET |
| Sunday, November 28 | 10am ET |
Across the Universe
A weekly show dedicated to the life and music of John Lennon, hosted by Dennis Elsas. This week, Dennis explores music from the new Anthology 4 that features John on lead vocals.
Listen on The Beatles Channel at the times below, and stream it on the SiriusXM app after its premiere.
| Tuesday, November 25 | 4pm ET |
| Thursday, November 27 | 11pm ET |
| Saturday, November 29 | 1pm ET |
Fab Fourum
The Fab Fourum, The Beatles Channel’s weekly live talk show hosted by Dennis Elsas, Bill Flanagan and Tom Frangione. Special Guest Jonathan Clyde from The Beatles’ Apple Corps Ltd. joins the Fourum to discuss the newly expanded The Beatles Anthology docuseries that will premiere November 26 on Disney+.
Stream it on the SiriusXM app now by searching “Fab Fourum.”
Highlights and Key Release Dates
- “The Beatles Anthology Music Collections” Restored and Expanded to Four Volumes: 12 LP Vinyl, 8 CD, and Digital Collections – Purchase Now
- “The Beatles Anthology Book” The 25th Anniversary Edition – Purchase Now
- The Beatles “Free As A Bird” (2025 Mix) Remixed Single and Restored Music Video: Listen and Watch Now
- “The Beatles Anthology” Documentary Series Now a Nine-Part Series, Featuring a Brand-New Episode Nine: Streaming Exclusively on Disney+ Beginning November 26
The Beatles Channel
All things Beatles, 24/8. All of their hits, album tracks, live recordings, rarities, and solo songs, along with the records that influenced them and music inspired by them, plus interviews and exclusive hosted shows. It’s the soundtrack for generations of music fans, provided by John, Paul, George, and Ringo. Learn more about The Beatles Channel on SiriusXM.
