Episode #44 - Chatting about Robert's monomaniacal obsession with owning books, why Carlos has given up on being a dictator, why our kids are our greatest joy, Carlos's new AI bestie, and why fans make better Facebook friends than other authors. Check out Robert's books HERE and Carlos's books HERE. Listen to Free Audiobooks --> BookTV…

We sat down with Director Todd Brooks, Stage Manager Krista Freimuth, and Actor Adam Fulbright to talk about Chanticleer's upcoming production "A Chorus Line." This is a cohesive cast who are working hard but having the time of their lives, which of course, is everything community theatre should be. This is going to be a fun production, with a live…

We had the distinct pleasure of meeting Thom Davis, Dramaturg and Vice President of the Board of Directors for Voices in Alliance (VIA Omaha). VIA Omaha produced “The Inheritance Part 1” in October 2023 during their first season, and now are able to begin their 2nd Season with “The Inheritance Part 2.” It's important to note that you can still easi…

The 2024 Spring Platte River Art Show at Mahoney State Park is "The Most Prestigious Art Show on the River!" You’ll find this seasonal event at the Peter Kiewitt Lodge in the upper level, May 4th and 5th. It's free to attend and you will find regional artists with many different kinds of art mediums. Enjoy the day out at the state park as well. We …

Today our episode is with an Omaha theatre legendary favorite, the talented Dick Mueller. This is one of those podcasts you simply won't want to miss if you love theatre in Nebraska. The Firehouse Dinner Theatre, founded and produced by Dick Mueller was a Old Market staple. Mr. Mueller opened the Firehouse Dinner Theatre May 12th 1972. Back in its …

Robert and Carlos chat about Robert's latest ailment, the benefits of genetic testing, the plethora of AI tools, the ups and downs of book publishing, and interlude with a garage door. If you're an author looking for a manager/agent (CGC's manager has one, maybe two openings) to take care of ALL writer business stuff so you can focus on WRITING, em…

This week Robert welcomes guest Matt Davis and they chat about stand-up comedy, Matt's dog Cali (yes, that one), the shocking rise of anti-semitism over the last few years, rigged games, the downsides of the justice system, and the gangs of South America. Check out Robert's books HERE and Carlos's books HERE. Listen to Free Audiobooks --> BookTV…

Is an egg is as close to Jesus as a person can get? We had a "sunny-side-up of a time" with Director Kaitlyn Rudeen, and Actors Julie Fitzgerald Ryan and Sarah Dighans while talking about their upcoming production: 5 Lesbians Eating A Quiche, which opens April 5th at SNAP! Productions Omaha at Ghost Light Theatre in Bellevue. This is a zany comedy …

Reunited and it feels so good! Carlos and Robert are back with a extra-long conversation that wanders through some of the favorite topics on their minds: AI and how it may save or obliterate us, how Hollywood is constipated, why the kids aren't growing up, and the business of authoring. Check out Robert's books HERE and Carlos's books HERE. Listen …

The Theatre Arts Guild Omaha (TAG) has been around for over 50 years, but through a series of events, including the pandemic, TAG is in jeopardy of dissolving. We talk with Dylan Peck, current President of TAG, and discuss what might happen to the organization going forward. Dylan has been keeping the organization going in hopes it will be able to …

Join us for a lovely conversation with Quinn Corbin, Manager of the Great Plains Theatre Commons. GPTC has been known for many years for their annual Conference and Playwrighting Festival, but did you know they also have Season Productions? Quinn tells us about all of their programs, and how GPTC supports local and national playwrights and shares a…

What a pleasure to talk to Don Keelan-White and BevVan Phillips, who are in the dramatic and memorable production On Golden Pond at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE (Pottawattamie Arts Culture & Entertainment) at the Hoff Fmily Arts and Culture Center in Council Bluffs. These two lovely Creatives have such a great perspective of their roles in…

NOTE: This episode was recorded February 18th, when the price of Bitcoin was around $51,000. Returning guest and friend of the podcast Mike Lorenz returns to discuss AI, money, Bitcoin, and the financial messes we live with. Check out Robert's books HERE and Carlos's books HERE. Listen to Free Audiobooks --> BookTV…

The Omaha Fringe Festival is gearing up for 2024, and to kick it off, they had an in-person lottery draw of 20 Artists plus 6 Alternate Artists on Saturday, March 3rd. We joined them prior to the lottery, and were able to talk separately with Nic Jansen, President of the Board, and Lara Marsh, former Board Member and current Artistic Director. Frin…

Friends, Romans, Party People! What a perfectly delightful conversation with the talented Jay Hayden, Actor and Co-Conspirator of Old School Shakespeare Omaha's production of "Julius Caesar." OSSO productions consist of serious actors, no director and one rehearsal. One! OSSO brings Shakespeare to life in a new time for us to enjoy. Jay gives us al…

What happens in an old movie house with a 35 mm projector with three misfit employees? You'll find out in The Flick by Annie Baker. This play has a small cast of four UNL Theatre Students: Mekhi Mitchell plays Avery, Luke Stursma plays Sam, Sofia Drelizharz plays Rose, and Jackson Wells plays Skylar/The Dreaming Man. Today, we speak with Mekhi, and…

OmniArts Nebraska is gearing up to open their first production of the year, and their 12th season in 2024. This production isn't holding anything back and we spoke to two of the talented individuals involved in this play: Christian Novotny, Director - and Reed Westerhoff, who plays the main character, John. This play, though visually simplistic in …

We spoke with Moira Mangiameli, Director of "Boy" at Snap Productions at the Ghost Light Theatre, and Actor Jey Nelson, who plays Samantha and Adam as the lead role in Boy, which is opening February 2nd. Moiria and Jey talk to us about this complex play written by Anna Zeigler. The play is based on a true story of a person who was born male and due…

Nia Ivy is making a name for herself one celebrity impression at a time. Gibson Johns interviews the TikTok star about her viral impressions of Nicki Minaj and other celebrities like Britney Spears, Kim Kardashian and Halsey, the response she's gotten from Nicki and her fellow fans and how much work goes into her videos. They also discuss her backg…

Don't shoot your eye out, or lick an icy pole, or get in a fight with the Bumpuses! Instead, come to see A Christmas Story, The Musical at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE in the Hoff Family Arts Center. We talked with Lara Marsh, Director of this festive and nostalgic production and she gives us some great insight on how it's come together! "…

Find out all about the upcoming "Holiday Lites: Winter's Wonderful Gifts", which is another creative collaboration between Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company and Benson Theatre! Playwright Actor, and Director, Murphy Scott Wulfgar puts some new touches in this holiday play from last year. Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director at the Benson Theatre, and…

Tinx is continuing to learn as she goes. Gibson Johns interviews the uber-popular influencer, author and podcast host about the evolution of her career, her relationship with her fans, what she thinks about before she shares things with them and what piece of advice she advocates for that is the most difficult for her to follow herself. They also d…

We talk with Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director, and Beaufield Berry, Marketing Manager at Benson Theatre about their fun events coming up this week! On November 10th, Benson celebrates the "42nd Asbury Short Film Concert." This is New York City’s longest running short film exhibition & touring show and you will be treated to a line-up of the best sh…

It's the beginning of our 5th Season here at the Platte River Bard, and today we talk with Voices in Alliance about their upcoming production, "The Inheritance Part 1", which opens November 3rd and runs through Nov 12th. Voices In Alliance is a theatre company in Omaha which began in 2022. We talk with their Producing Artistic Director, Randall T. …

Alyssa Amoroso is always willing to try something new as a full-time content creator. Gibson Johns interviews the woman also known as @Publyssity about her path to becoming an influencer, including her past work in entertainment PR and what she learned from working with A-list celebrities. They also talk about her first product launch Tea with Publ…

As Cameron Rogers expands her family, she's also evolving the content that she posts online. Gibson Johns interviews the content creator, who you may know as @FreckledFoodie, about how becoming a mother impacted both her life and the community that she'd initially formed online mainly through irresistible and relatable food content. Now that she sp…

If you want to really hear the songs of the moment, you should be listening to SiriusXM's TikTok Radio. Gibson Johns interviews the co-hosts of the channel — Davis Burleson, Masani Musa, Lamar Dawson, Taylor Cassidy and Jess Lucero about working together as hosts, what their favorite TikTok music trends are right now and which they don't really get…

Today we feature the Platte River Art Show being held in Ashland at the Mahoney State Park this weekend, October 13-15th. We had the opportunity to talk to their Event Producer and Photographer, Nia Karmann, to tell us everything that will be happening at Mahoney State Park. Admission is free so come out and enjoy celebrating the visual arts this w…

Tyler Cameron knows a thing or two about dating, and he's sharing his tips with the world. Gibson Johns interviews the "Bachelorette" alum about his new partnership with Eventbrite just in time for cuffing season, his wildest date ideas, being on a date with someone who's on their phone too much and more. They also discuss his recent flirty appeara…

Exciting things are happening in the new Snap! Production space at 2221 Thurston Circle in Bellevue, Nebraska! On October 6th, Snap! Productions will premiere "American Idiot" for the first time in the Omaha area. This will be a large talented cast to bring you all of the great music by Green Day and many stories throughout. We visited the new spac…

SNAP! Productions has unveiled their new season! After overcoming some obstacles in recent years they are also on the cusp of unveiling their new space! We find out about the amazing work they are doing for theatre, talk about their upcoming season shows, and discuss their meaningful mission statement. You won't want to miss everything being planne…

Chatting about rising chaos, fantasy football drafts, things that bring the TSA down on you, the radicals of the sixties, and how Robert is allergic to his own face.By C. G. Cooper & Robert J. Crane

We had an enjoyable conversation with Rafael Untalan, Director of the upcoming production "Sense and Sensibility" which opens September 28th through October 7th at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre in Lincoln. Mr. Untalan is an Assistant Professor at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, as well as an Actor with acting and directing credits to…

Drew Afualo isn't afraid to look at the comment section. Gibson Johns interviews the content creator about her signature TikTok videos, why her strategy of giving misgynists online a taste of their own medicine works, whether she thinks she's changed any minds with her content and how she's been able to expand her brand into other arenas. They also…

We were so honored to talk with Hank Stratton, the new Executive Director of the Nebraska Rep and the Director of UNL's Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. We had a fun discussion about their new season, which is packed with a variety of productions! And it wasn't just their season, we had the opportunity to get to learn more about Mr. Stratt…

Chatting with guest Mike Lorenz about Bitcoin, how CFOs sped up smartphone adoption, the urban doom loop in San Francisco, 'zombie companies', the abuses of private equity investing, and the implications of eradicating morality from social and business relationships.By C. G. Cooper & Robert J. Crane

Paige Lorenze is playing the long game. Gibson Johns interviews the content creator about utilizing her million-person online community to grow her lifestyle brand, Dairy Boy, what she learned the company's recent pop-up in New York City, where she wants to take it next and what her end goal is. They also discuss why she decided to leave NYC behind…

We were honored to talk with Kevin Doncaster, Founder of Warhawk PTSD Service Dogs, and also Jimmy Weber. Both of these men are veterans of our military and have served overseas. Along with two other musicians, Jimmy Weber will be performing at the Benson Theatre on September 21st at 7PM. The event is called "Chords for Canines" and the event will …

We talk with Director, Todd Uhrmacher and Actor, Riley Pope about their production of The Prom! This is a newer Broadway play, based on a real story and it is full of high energy, music, and dancing! It is also the Nebraska Premiere of this play, so what a great chance to get to go see it! Learn more about it here with our fun conversation with Ril…

Chatting about writing Westerns, the creative process, maintaining steady success, the trials of parenting during summer, taking inspiration from the Fast and Furious movies, the realities of international relations, solo travel and New York City's reputation through the decades.By C. G. Cooper & Robert J. Crane

We spoke with the Director and a few of the large cast of Oliver, Jr. at Chanticleer Community Theater at the Hoff Center at PACE! Director Denise Putnam, Actors Lilly Ozello, Dean Patrick Pope and Moyer McDermott tell us about their experience, and even some great advice, in this exciting production! We love to talk with the younger folks who are …

Brooke Averick and Connor Wood are a match made in podcasting heaven. Gibson Johns interviews the breakout viral TikTok stars about their friendship, teaming up for "Brooke and Connor Make A Podcast" and figuring it out as they go. They also discuss imposter syndrome, interacting with celebrities while living in LA and their thoughts on bachelorett…

Part 2 of Carlos's conversation with Brad Warren, on half of the hit songwriting duo The Warren Brothers. Ever wondered what the journey of a song looks like, from the writing room to the radio? Well, my good friend and Grammy-nominated songwriter, Brad Warren, is here to unravel the mystery. Together, we navigate the intricate process and share st…

Jake Cohen continues to find inspiration from his own life for his cooking. Gibson Johns interviews the best-selling cookbook author and viral cooking sensation ahead of the release of his second collection of recipes, "I Could Nosh: Classic Jew-ish Recipes Revamped for Every Day," on September 12. They discuss how the press cycle for his first boo…

Angels Theatre Company just announced their 2023-2024 Season and we had the honor of talking with Timothy Scholl, Executive Director! Angels offers a wide array of programming for new works. They have their full-length season productions, which are newer plays written by local playwrights. The Solo Tales and Ales program allows the Playwriting Coll…

Part 1 of Carlos's conversation with Brad Warren, half of the hit-writing duo The Warren Brothers. Get ready to be captivated by the life and journey of none other than Brad Warren, the multi-number one writing and Grammy-nominated songwriter from Nashville. This chat with Brad is nothing short of a rollercoaster ride. Starting from his initial dre…

Cody Rigsby is ready to share his story. Gibson Johns interviews the breakout Peloton instructor about his upcoming first book, "XOXO, Cody," his ability to inject humor into every topic, sharing some of the difficult circumstances from his adolescence and what he hopes readers take from the tome. They also discuss his breakout fame from the past f…

Join us as we unravel the mysteries of creativity, drawing inspiration from Elizabeth Gilbert's book, 'Big Magic'. We dive into the importance of seizing ideas when they occur and the liberating feeling of discarding ones that don't resonate. We also share how we've adapted our writing approach, creating a sticky note system that fosters a vibrant …

Chatting about Christopher Nolan, the genius behind the films like 'Following', 'Insomnia', and 'Memento', diving into the depth and layers of his narratives. It's not just about the films, we also explore how his creations stand apart from modern cinematic norms. Shifting gears from Nolan's cinematic world, we delve into the changing landscape of …

Keltie Knight has been waiting a long time for this moment. Gibson Johns interviews the co-host of the "LadyGang" podcast about her latest project, "Superfan," a CBS show that she created, executive produces and co-hosts. They discuss the years-long journey of bringing the show to air, how the show is shifting how fans are thought of in culture and…