Big Bopper
Type: Person
As of November 2026, Big Bopper has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Stuff You Should Know (Nov 2025).
Jiles Perry Richardson Jr., better known by his stage name The Big Bopper, was an American musician and disc jockey. His best-known compositions include "Chantilly Lace", "Running Bear", and "White Lightning", the last of which became George Jones's first number-one hit in 1959.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Nov 2025 on Stuff You Should Know |
| Role | Disc jockey and musician |
| Affiliation | Solo artist / historical (deceased) |
| Field | Music / Radio |
| Active | 20th century |
Who talks about Big Bopper on podcasts?
Josh Clark brought up Big Bopper; the most recent mention was Nov 2025 on Stuff You Should Know.
- AM Radio: Solid Gold | STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW on Stuff You Should Know (Nov 2025) — Josh Clark
What is Big Bopper mentioned alongside?
Big Bopper is most often mentioned alongside Time Life, AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act and Wolfman Jack.
Mentioned together: Time Life, AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, Wolfman Jack, album-oriented rock, Crystal Night (Kristallnacht), Clear Channel, Volvo, Kia, 119th Congress, radio drama