Best John Whitfield Podcasts (2024)

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Jamie Kern Lima: Divine Downloads 53:26

1h ago53:26

53:26

Jamie and Rob want you to listen to your dreams! IT Cosmetics founder and podcast host Jamie Kern Lima joins Rob Lowe to discuss her journey from Denny's waitress to the founder of a billion-dollar cosmetics brand, finding inspiration in dreams, cheering yourself on, not taking rejection personally, and her new podcast, “The Jamie Kern Lima Show.” …

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SOB 456 - My Four-Hour John Mayall Tribute 4:04:23

6d ago4:04:23

4:04:23

John Mayall 4-hour Tribute Various Various Various John Mayall R.I.P. at 90 - Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID - John Mayall Crying by Mayall USA Union - 1970 w/Sugarcane Harris, Harvey Mandel & Larry Taylor Poly…

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Casey Affleck: Life in the Slow Lane 55:06

5d ago55:06

55:06

Rob and Casey love talking movies! Casey Affleck joins Rob Lowe to discuss his new film, “The Instigators,” the value of sobriety, the understated genius of Matt Damon, their first movie theater memories, the “Outsiders” audition process, actors as directors (and directors as actors), some excellent advice from Michael Caine, and much more. Got a q…

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SOB 453 - Features: More David Sanborn & "Papa' John DeFrancesco + Christian McBride, Bill Kreutzman, Clarence Spady & Ernest Ranglin 4:00:37

9d ago4:00:37

4:00:37

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Kinks Gallon of Gas - ID Low Budget - 1979 & 45 RPM Single Arista Records 2023 Gasoline & Oil ID - David Sanborn 7th Ave. by Victor Lewis w/Hiram Bullock, Rosalinda deLeon, Herb Bushler & Jumma Santos David Sanborn - 1976 - Seff Titled Warner Bros. Remembering David Sanborn - "Papa" John DeFrancesco Moanin' by Bobby …

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John Owen Lowe & Andrew Gurland: Bringing the Entertainment 48:29

12d ago48:29

48:29

Season 2 of “Unstable” is now streaming on Netflix! John Owen Lowe and “Unstable” Season 2 showrunner Andrew Gurland join Rob Lowe to discuss the new season of their Netflix show, the increasingly blurry line between Rob and John Owen’s characters and themselves, catching up on “Real Housewives of New Jersey,” the amazing unpredictability of Fred A…

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SOB 452 - Features: More David Sanborn, Tom Scott, Bernard Purdie, Grant Green, Lee Morgan, Big John Patton & Marcus Miller 4:06:47

16d ago4:06:47

4:06:47

- Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Tom Scott Woodstock by Joni Mitchell Great Scott! - 1973 A&M Tom Scott - 76 - David Sanborn Sophisticated Squaw by Victor Lewis w/Hiram Bullock, Herb Bushler, Rosalinda de Leon + David S…

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Fred Armisen: No Bald Cap 56:05

21d ago56:05

56:05

Fred and Rob are so happy to be working together again on their Netflix show “Unstable!” Fred Armisen joins Rob Lowe to discuss the new season of “Unstable” (out August 1st), Fred’s approach to playing Uncle Fester in “Wednesday,” shooting “The Floor” in Ireland, dinner for Mick Jagger, Rob’s field trip to the CERN particle accelerator, starring in…

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SOB 451: Features: More David Sanborn, Tom Scott, Dave Grusin & a lengthy farewell for "Papa" John DeFrancesco 4:07:22

23d ago4:07:22

4:07:22

Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - "Papa" John DeFrancesco By the Time I Get to Phoenix by Jimmy Webb w/Joey & John Jr. DeFrancesco & G. Ferracone A Philadelphia Story - 2011 Savant Records "Papa" John DeFrancesco R.I.P at 83 - "Papa" John DeFrancesco A …

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Andy Richter: Twee is a Great Word 43:44

27d ago43:44

43:44

Rob Lowe welcomes back one of his favorite podcasters and now radio host, Andy Richter! In this episode they get into Andy’s new call-in show on SiriusXM, Howard Stern, how game shows are one of the last universal forms of entertainment, British comedy, and more. Inspired by Walmart, Rob is opening up the Lowe Down Line this summer to answer your q…

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SOB 450: Features: More David Sanborn, Ramsey Lewis, Junior Mance, Dave Grusin, Chuck Rainey, Bernard Purdie, Grant Green, Ed Palermo & the 53rd Anniversary closing of the Fillmore East & West 1971 4:08:09

1M ago4:08:09

4:08:09

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID - Martin Mull, Tom Waits & Fred Willard Three minute & 19 second segment from "Fernwood Tonight" 1977 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xFqBWyNySk Y…

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Dan Carlin: The Good Old Days 55:25

1M ago55:25

55:25

Dan and Rob think history is exciting! "Hardcore History" host Dan Carlin joins Rob Lowe to discuss watching history unfold in real-time, why Rob believes 1976 to 1986 was the best time to be alive, whether the United States is an empire in decline, why the presidency of JFK might be even more important than we initially thought, the evolution of t…

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SOB 449: Features: More David Sanborn, Don "Sugarcane" Harris, Dee Bridgewater, Donald Harrison & Norman Whitfield 4:10:25

1M ago4:10:25

4:10:25

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Wales, Saunders w/Garcia & Roberts Wales & Saunders w/Garcia + Twilight Zone Theme w/Howard Roberts guitar TV Classic Tunes - 25th Anniversary Edition - 2CD's Breakable Records + SOB Twilight Zone Theme - David Sanborn Way Cross Georgia by C.T. Parkinson w/Brecker Bros., Buzz Feiten, Will Lee, Don Grolnick + Taking O…

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Lynn Whitfield: Summertime Chi 51:01

1M ago51:01

51:01

Rob and Lynn still consider themselves students of acting! Actress Lynn Whitfield joins Rob Lowe to discuss shooting “The Chi” in Chicago, working with James Brown and Dan Aykroyd for her first-ever film, the story behind her award-winning performance as Josephine Baker, the surprising inspirations for Anthony Hopkins’ performance as Hannibal Lecte…

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SOB 448: Features: More David Sanborn, Derek Trucks, Grant Green & Chuck Rainey, 4:04:18

1M ago4:04:18

4:04:18

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Bernard Herrmann & Rod Serling + Rod Serling Opening Monologue - Season One w/Bernard Herrmann's "Dream Theme" 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's Brand New SOB ID for 2024 - David Sanborn, Clapton & M. Kamen Riggs by David Sanborn, Eric Clapton & Kamen w/David Sanborn, Clapton &…

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Jimmy Tatro: Milkshake Bar 43:16

2M ago43:16

43:16

Jimmy and Rob love milkshakes and mockumentaries! Jimmy Tatro joins Rob Lowe to discuss his new “Real Bros of Simi Valley” movie, the genius of “American Vandal,” Jimmy’s morbid thought during a flight with Don Cheadle and Dave Grohl, getting hit in the crotch by Logan Roy in “Super Troopers 2,” the unique constraints of network television, and muc…

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SOB 373: Special edition (Flashback): 4-Hour Walter "Wolfman" Washington Tribute 4:14:17

2M ago4:14:17

4:14:17

Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - Walter "Woflman" Washington Even Now by Buddy Flett w/Irma Thomas' vocals My Future Is My Past - 2018 Anti Walter "Wolfman" Washington - R.I.P. at 79 - Walter "Woflman" Washington Sada by "Walter Washington, Jack Cruz &…

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SOB 372.5 Special Edition (Flashback): 4-Hour Jeff Beck Tribute 4:05:31

2M ago4:05:31

4:05:31

Artist Song Album Label Notes The Crusaders Scratch (live) Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - The Yardbirds w/Jeff Beck Stroll On - The Train Kept A-Rollin by Jeff Beck & J. Page + Blow Up Soundtrack - 1966 - Herbie Hancock MGM Records Jeff Beck - R.I.P. at 78 - Jeff Beck Cause We Ended as Lovers by Stevie Wonder …

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SOB 447: Features: More David Sanborn, Grant Green, Steve Hunter, Paul Bollenback, Ron Levy & Cal Collins. 4:02:05

2M ago4:02:05

4:02:05

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Kinks Gallon of Gas - ID Low Budget - 1979 & 45 RPM Single Arista Records 2023 Gasoline & Oil ID - Lethal Weapon 1 Meet Martin Riggs by Michael Kamen & Clapton w/David Sanborn's Sax Lethal Weapon 1 - 1987 Warner Bros. - Wounded Bird CD Reissue Remembering David Sanborn - John McLaughlin - One Truth Band The Unknown D…

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Adriene Mishler: Stoked on Yoga 43:24

2M ago43:24

43:24

“Yoga with Adriene” host Adriene Mishler and Rob want you to slow down! Adriene joins Rob Lowe to discuss her wildly popular “Yoga with Adriene” YouTube channel, her beloved dog Benji, the benefits of a regular yoga practice, why you should find the time and space to do nothing, how a naked rock star first introduced Rob to yoga, Rob’s pitch for a …

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SOB 446: Features: More David Sanborn, Jack Bruce, Pete Townshend, Joe Cocker, Taj Mahal, Steve Winwood, Joey Ramone, Jimmy Thackery, Christian McBride, Klaus Doldinger, Jeff Golub & Bobby Enriquez 4:06:25

2M ago4:06:25

4:06:25

ARTIST SONG ALBUM LABEL NOTES - Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Bobby Enriquez Pink Panther Theme by Henry Mancini w/Ray Brown & Al Foster The Wildman Returns - 1993 Evidence Music Bobby Enriquez - 81 - David Sanborn Hid…

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Ashley Flowers: Courtroom Drama 55:52

2M ago55:52

55:52

“Crime Junkie" host Ashley Flowers and Rob are talking true crime! Ashley joins Rob Lowe to talk about their shared love for Indiana, the cases they are obsessed with, Ashley’s dream of making a cameo on “Law & Order: SVU,” naming her company after her beloved dog, why they both adore Caitlin Clark, her new show "Crime Junkie AF" on her SiriusXM ch…

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Ted Danson & Woody Harrelson Are Reunited! 2:55

2M ago2:55

2:55

Ted and Woody are back together to bring you a brand new podcast from Team Coco! It’s called “Where Everybody Knows Your Name with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes)" and it’s out right now! They’re talking to guests like Conan O’Brien, Will Arnett, Jane Fonda, Billy Eichner, Kristen Bell, and yours truly! I got to join Ted for an episode a…

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SOB 445: Features: More David Sanborn, Taj Mahal, Steve Winwood, Jimmy Hall, Gary Wright, Danny Kirwan, Charles Earland, Groove Holmes & Jimmy Ponder 4:03:46

2M ago4:03:46

4:03:46

ARTIST SONG ALBUM LABEL NOTES - The Crusaders Scratch (live) Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - From the motion picture: Letal Weapon 3 Riggs & Rog by Michael Kamen & Clapton w/David Sanborn Lethal Weapon 3 - 1992 Reprise Records More for David Sanborn - 78 - Sting with Eric Clapton It's Probably Me music by Micha…

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Matthew Lowe: Civilian Son 46:26

2M ago46:26

46:26

At long last, Rob’s son Matthew Lowe is on the show! VC investor, attorney, and fisherman Matthew Lowe joins Rob to discuss golfing with his mom Sheryl Lowe in Hawaii, appearing in “The West Wing” as a kid, watching Dad’s movies as a family, encouraging his father to join “Parks & Rec,” sitting next to Rob in the iconic NFL hat photo, studying for …

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SOB 443 - Features: Herbie Mann, Herbie Hancock, Larry Coryell, Bill Frisell, Joey DeFrancesco, Groove Holmes, Danny Gottlieb & Redd Holt, 4:05:54

2M ago4:05:54

4:05:54

ARTIST SONG ALBUM LABEL NOTES - Wales, Saunders w/Garcia & Roberts Wales & Saunders w/Garcia + Twilight Zone Theme w/Howard Roberts guitar TV Classic Tunes - 25th Anniversary Edition - 2CD's Breakable Records + SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Pat Metheny Group Are You Going With Me by Pat Metheny & Lyle Mays Offramp - 1982 ECM Records Danny Gottlieb - 71…

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Forrest Galante: Stingray Shuffle 44:58

3M ago44:58

44:58

Wildlife biologist and outdoor adventurer Forrest Galante joins Rob Lowe to discuss re-discovering animals thought to be extinct, his recent “Shark Week” shoots, the real-life story that inspired “Jaws”, Rob’s recent experience getting stung by a stingray, and much more. Plus, Rob shares his thoughts on the Roast of Tom Brady and his suggestions fo…

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SOB 442 - Features: Herbie Mann, Steve Gadd, Larry Coryell, Joey DeFrancesco, Bobbi Humphrey, Gene Ammons, and a farewell to Duane Eddy; 4:04:27

3M ago4:04:27

4:04:27

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Kinks Gallon of Gas - ID Low Budget - 1979 & 45 RPM Single Arista Records 2023 Gasoline & Oil ID - Duane Eddy Rebel Rouser by Duane Eddy & Lee Hazlewood 45 RPM Single - 1958 Jamie Duane Eddy - R.I.P. at 86 - Duane Eddy Shazam! by Duane Eddy & Lee Hazlewood 45 RPM Single - 1959 Jamie Duane Eddy - R.I.P. at 86 - Duane …

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Adam Carolla: No Air Conditioning 51:21

3M ago51:21

51:21

Adam and Rob remember the days of woodshop class! Comedian and podcaster Adam Carolla joins Rob Lowe to discuss the odd jobs he did before entering show business, his unconventional first encounter with longtime friend Jimmy Kimmel, betting big on podcasting back in 2009, listening to “Loveline” as a teenager, the value of woodshop class, and his n…

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SOB 444 - Features my: David Sanborn 4-hr Tribute 4:07:18

3M ago4:07:18

4:07:18

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Larry Coryell-Eddie Harris/Les McCann Higher Consciousness - Compared to What Barefoot Boy - 1971 & Swiss Movement - 1969 Flying Dutchman & Atlantic Records Latest SOB ID David Sanborn Four Hour Tribute as a Leader & Sideman Various Sanborn Solo Albums & Sanborn Side Projects Various Labels David Sanborn - R.I.P. at …

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Marc Andreessen: Fire Hose of Knowledge 1:04:30

3M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

When Rob has questions about the future of technology and artificial intelligence, he goes to Marc Andreessen! Legendary investor and entrepreneur Marc Andreessen joins Rob Lowe to discuss the future of TikTok in the U.S., three major ways that artificial intelligence will improve the lives of everyday people, how a simple photo landed Kenny G in a…

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SOB 441 - Features: Albert King, Otis Rush, Jimmy Nolen & Billy Stewart 4:09:18

3M ago4:09:18

4:09:18

Artist Song Album Label Notes - Bernard Herrmann Twilight Zone - End Title - Dream Theme 40th Anniversary Twilight Zone - 1st Season - 1959 Silva Treasury - 4CD's 2022 SOB Twilight Zone Theme - Billy Stewart Summertime by George Gershwin & Dubose Heyward Unbelievable - 1965 Chess Records Billy Stewart - 87 - Billy Stewart Sitting In the Park by Bil…

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Thomas Lennon: Coffee & Some Nuts 49:50

3M ago49:50

49:50

Things get very silly when Thomas and Rob are together. Actor, writer, and comedian Thomas Lennon joins Rob Lowe to discuss the new Netflix film “Unfrosted,” receiving notes from Jerry Seinfeld, Thomas and Rob's ridiculous on-set jokes from the filming of “Monster Trucks,” getting fired gracefully, how studio lot parking spaces reveal your true sta…

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SOB 440 - Features: Lowell George, John Kay, Herbie Hancock, Melvin Sparks, Jeff Golub & a farewell to Calvin Keys 4:04:14

3M ago4:04:14

4:04:14

Artist Song Album Label Notes - The Crusaders Scratch (live) Scratch - 1974 Blue Thumb Records - MCA CD Reissue Alternate SOB ID - Herbie Hancock Maiden Voyage by Hancock w/Hubbard, Coleman, Carter & Tony Williams Maiden Voyage - 1965 Blue Note Records Herbie Hancock - 84 - Herbie Hancock Blind Man, Blind Man by Hancock w/Grant Green, Mobley,Moncur…

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Jeff Daniels: Pitching a No-Hitter 1:02:02

4M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Jeff and Rob both love performing drama AND comedy! Jeff Daniels joins Rob Lowe to discuss how working with Jim Carrey on “Dumb and Dumber” taught him fearlessness, committing to his thick accent in Netflix’s “A Man in Full,” his memories of the brilliant James Gandolfini, their experiences performing Aaron Sorkin dialogue, watching Shirley MacLain…

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