Best Bob Reynolds Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 1565 - Blair Socci 1:33:35

4m ago1:33:35

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Blair Socci comes from an athletic family with a hardened ancestral backstory involving throat slashing and exile. But despite her exterior toughness, Blair spent her youth enjoying poetry, journaling and creative writing. If she hadn't caught the comedy bug, she intended to become a novelist. Blair and Marc talk about her volleyball prowess, how a…

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Ep. 78 - Chester Bennington 23:01

3d ago23:01

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On July 20, 2017, Chester Bennington -- the talented singer behind the hugely successful rock band Linkin Park -- took his own life after a lengthy battle with depression. Bennington's contributions to the music scene of the 2000s are immeasurable, bridging the head-bobbing sounds of his grunge-era predecessors with the emotionally complex lyrics o…

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Episode 1564 - Moon Zappa 1:34:44

1d ago1:34:44

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When Moon Zappa was on the show back in 2013, she and Marc started dating shortly thereafter. Now that Moon has just written her memoir, Earth to Moon, she and Marc sit down for their first real conversation since their abrupt breakup. Moon talks about the forensic investigation she did of her life, the emotional damage she took from her mother, th…

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Episode 1563 - Beth Stelling 1:30:39

7d ago1:30:39

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When Marc saw Beth Stelling’s Netflix special, he knew there was something he found familiar. It turns out they both have a similar process of making comedy out of trauma. Beth talks with Marc about the childhood event that informed most of the way she addresses difficult subjects in her act and how speaking up about an abusive relationship led to …

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Ep. 77 - Gilbert Gottfried 29:20

8d ago29:20

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On April 12, 2022, Gilbert Gottfried – the legendary comedian and actor known for his distinctive voice and fearless humor who delighted in shocking audiences with his raunchy material – died of a heart arrythmia brought on by a rare muscular disorder. His loss was felt throughout the entertainment industry, but the comedic legend left behind a ric…

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Episode 1562 - Jimmie Dale Gilmore 1:27:09

8d ago1:27:09

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One of the reasons singer-songwriter Jimmie Dale Gilmore didn’t get a solo record deal until he was in his 40s is because he took an extended time away from music to live in a spiritual community. Jimmie and Marc talk about the search for enlightenment in the midst of being a trendsetter for Americana music. They also talk about Jimmie’s band The F…

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Julian Vayne, Psychedelic Occultist, Writer, Teacher and Artist. 50:57

13d ago50:57

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Julian Vayne, Psychedelic Occultist, Writer, Teacher and Artist. Great chat with Julian, I thoroughly enjoyed this. A very, very interesting guy. Julian Vayne is a British independent scholar and author with over four decades of experience within esoteric culture: from Druidry to Chaos Magic, from indigenous Shamanism through to Freemasonry and Wit…

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Episode 1561 - Anna Akana 1:23:33

12d ago1:23:33

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Moving from place to place throughout her childhood was difficult on Anna Akana, but it was growing up alongside the internet that really changed her life. Anna tells Marc how her career as a comedian and actor got going when she turned to YouTube after dealing with the lack of Asian representation in traditional media. Anna also explains how she b…

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Ep. 76 - Shannen Doherty 28:19

15d ago28:19

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On July 13, 2024, Shannen Doherty – the actress who will forever be remembered for playing Brenda Walsh on Beverly Hills, 90210 - died after a nine-year battle with breast cancer. As Doherty’s fame grew with the successes of 90210 and, later, Charmed, stories emerged of Doherty’s not-so-pleasant behavior both on set and off, which garnered her a re…

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Episode 1560 - Wolfgang Van Halen 1:24:47

15d ago1:24:47

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For Wolfgang Van Halen, learning the drums, guitar and bass came easier than learning to deal with the trolling and resentment he faced for being the son of Eddie Van Halen. Wolfgang tells Marc how touring as part of Van Halen taught him what to avoid in his career and helped him gain perspective on the type of music he wanted to make on his own. T…

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Episode 1559 - Clare O'Kane 1:28:17

19d ago1:28:17

1:28:17

When two comics are on tour together, one of the best places to get to know each other is in a car while driving between gigs. Clare O’Kane and Marc didn’t have much history together before Clare started opening for Marc, so they recorded their drive from Cleveland to Detroit and talked about their shared experiences with depression, shaving their …

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Ep. 75 - Keith Moon 25:16

24d ago25:16

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On September 7, 1978, Keith Moon -- the legendary drummer best known for his wildly destructive antics on stage as a member of The Who -- died after overdosing on a drug intended to wean him off alcohol. Although not entirely unexpected, Moon's death sent shockwaves through the music industry and forever altered the trajectory of the band, but he r…

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Episode 1558 - Shalom Auslander 1:30:12

25d ago1:30:12

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Shalom Auslander gave voice to something Marc was thinking for most of his life: That he’s been living in a world of Feh. What that Yiddish word means and why Shalom believes it’s an organizing idea that’s been forced on human beings, particularly Jews, for thousands of years is the subject of Shalom’s new book. Shalom and Marc talk about breaking …

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Bob Newhart from 2014 and 2018 2:03:10

25d ago2:03:10

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First, hear Marc's 2014 conversation with Bob Newhart from Bob's home in Bel-Air. Then, a follow-up conversation from 2018 where Marc and Bob talked on the phone. Bob Newhart died on July 18, 2024, at age 94. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted o…

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Special Episode: Bob Newhart 14:23

26d ago14:23

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On July 17, 2024, Bob Newhart – the comedy legend whose distinctive stammer, wry wit, and impeccable timing etched an indelible mark on the landscape of comedy over a six decade career - died after a short illness. In an industry often characterized by flamboyance and excess, Newhart remained true to himself. His onstage persona mirrored his offsta…

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Episode 1557 - Dan St. Germain 1:26:42

26d ago1:26:42

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It’s been a long time since Dan St. Germain had his first big gig as an opener with Marc in Sacramento. As the years have gone by, Dan took a few breaks from standup, worked as a writer on several TV series, dealt with the heartbreak of a declining parent, and struggled with sobriety. Dan tells Marc how he managed to pull things together, get clean…

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Special Episode: Richard Simmons 16:22

29d ago16:22

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On July 13, 2024, Richard Simmons -- the beloved fitness icon best known for his endless positivity and outlandish workout attire -- passed away after sustaining injuries from a fall in his home. Although he retreated from public for the last decade of his life, Simmons energetic antics and joyful personality motivated millions of people to embrace…

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Ep. 74 - John F. Kennedy Jr. 27:10

1M ago27:10

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Twenty-five years ago on July 16, 1999, John F. Kennedy Jr. -- the son of of the late president whose salute of his father's casket in 1963 created one of the most indelible images of the 20th century -- died in a plane crash with his wife and sister-in-law while on the way to a cousin's wedding in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. His death sent shockw…

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Episode 1556 - Trey Anastasio 1:50:32

29d ago1:50:32

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Despite Phish’s enormous following, frontman Trey Anastasio still sees himself as an outsider. Trey talks with Marc about his earliest influences, which were not jam bands, but groups like the Jackson 5 and musicals from Broadway. They also talk about the pressure Phish encountered after Jerry Garcia died, how the party scene surrounding the band s…

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Episode 1555 - Clarence Maclin 1:18:51

1M ago1:18:51

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Clarence Maclin was uniquely suited to make his film debut in the new movie Sing Sing, starring alongside Colman Domingo. That’s because the film is based on a real life group of incarcerated men at Sing Sing prison and Clarence plays a fictionalized version of himself. Clarence talks with Marc about how a theater program run by an organization cal…

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Ep. 73 - Anton Yelchin 24:49

1M ago24:49

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On June 19, 2016, Anton Yelchin was killed in a freak accident when he was pinned between a driveway gate and his massive SUV. Just 27 years old when he died, Yelchin had already proven himself to be a versatile and talented actor on the big screen, leaving little doubt his tragic death had robbed Hollywood of one of its brightest young stars. Host…

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Episode 1554 - Stavros Halkias 1:35:26

1M ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Stavros Halkias titled his Netflix special Fat Rascal in part because he doesn’t know any other reality than a life with addictive food issues. Marc is no stranger to addiction or food-based trauma, so he can relate. But both Stavros and Marc can also still get really excited talking about Greek food and their love of diners. Stavros explains the f…

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Charlie Kish Guitarist for Another Day Rescuing Phones and Being Very Cool on Social Media 58:16

1M ago58:16

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Charlie Kish Guitarist for Another Day Rescuing Phones and Being Very Cool on Social Media It's great to talk to Charlie Kish who is the guitarist for the rock band Another Day. Charlie is oozing with enthusiasm for playing and gigging which comes across in this interview and a cracking guitarist to boot. This was great fun chanting to Charlie as h…

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Episode 1553 - Julianne Nicholson 1:36:03

1M ago1:36:03

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Julianne Nicholson came over to the garage at the right time. With Marc deep in the middle of an acting job, it was helpful for both his curiosity and his confidence to talk to an expert actor like Julianne who is so versatile in all her performances, from movies like Black Mass to her Emmy-winning performance in Mare of Easttown. Julianne and Marc…

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Kevin Lee Replay Martial Arts Famous Musical Families Vintage cars 1:14:56

1M ago1:14:56

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This is such an amazing story that it needs another listen. One of the inspiring tales that is very weird. I am really pleased to be talking to an old friend of mine, Kevin Lee. Kevin was a school friend, who from humble beginnings, has lived an interesting life. His amazing story involves music, martial arts, famous musical families and vintage ca…

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Ep. 72 - Michael Jackson (Part 2/2) 27:51

2M ago27:51

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On November 7, 2011, Dr. Conrad Murray was convicted for involuntary manslaughter in the death of Michael Jackson. With the tragic chapter finally closed, Michael's fans could once again reflect on his unmatched career and indelible legacy, from his groundbreaking music and electrifying performances, to his enduring influence on music and culture. …

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Episode 1552 - Paul Scheer 1:39:55

1M ago1:39:55

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When Paul Scheer was on WTF back in 2010, he spoke about things in his past that he never before spoke about publicly. That conversation with Marc started Paul on a journey of self-discovery that continued as he built a family, grew his career and dealt with the relationships in his life that had deeply unresolved issues. All of this culminated in …

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Episode 1551 - Gareth Reynolds 1:31:50

2M ago1:31:50

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Gareth Reynolds was struggling in show business as a comic, a writer, an actor, you name it. But not unlike Marc, he finally broke through when he started hosting a podcast along with fellow comic Dave Anthony, The Dollop, where Dave tells stories from history that Gareth knows nothing about. Gareth and Marc talk about what led to the creation of t…

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Ep. 71 - Michael Jackson (Part 1/2) 25:27

2M ago25:27

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Fifteen years ago this week, on June 25, 2009, Michael Jackson died of an overdose of the anesthetic propofol, and blame was cast at Dr. Conrad Murray, the man accused of giving him the lethal dose. But Michael Jackson's death was decades in the making, stemming from an horrific on-stage accident that sparked a prescription drug addiction, which wa…

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Episode 1550 - Jewel 1:31:54

2M ago1:31:54

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Jewel Kilcher left her troubled home life in Alaska as a teenager, hitchhiking her way across the country and living in her car before becoming a music superstar known globally by her first name. Jewel talks with Marc about how she used creativity to overcome anxiety, how Bob Dylan factored into her breakthrough, and how she feared becoming a stati…

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Mini Kingman, Prog Rock, Coming to Art Late, Occultist and Success in Male dominated Business. 1:02:21

2M ago1:02:21

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Mini Kingman, Prog Rock, Coming to Art Late, Occultist and Success in Male dominated Business. I am delighted to be speaking to Mini Kingman on today’s podcast. Mini has a varied and interesting life working as a rep for her father’s highly successful business for over 20 years but her other interests include lifelong interest and connection to the…

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Episode 1549 - Geezer Butler 1:29:36

2M ago1:29:36

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As bassist and lyricist for Black Sabbath, Geezer Butler has a lifetime of rock and roll stories to tell. From the band’s working class roots in Birmingham to their early days as a traditional blues band to their transformation into the quintessential heavy metal group, Geezer tells Marc how he brought it all together with Ozzy Osbourne, Bill Ward …

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Episode #30 - Jeff Reynolds 1:17:59

2M ago1:17:59

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The Trombone Corner Podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark. Join hosts Noah and John as they interview Jeff Reynolds, the Bass Trombone of the Los Angeles Philharmonic from 1969-2006 Jeffrey Reynolds was born in Ohio, but spent most of his life in Southern California. A graduate of California State University at Long Beach,…

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Episode 60 Firearms 24:27

2M ago24:27

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Father's Day 2024 I spent with father's past, present and future. In Oklahoma Redneck fathers go shooting! JM Insurance

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Ep. 70 - Farrah Fawcett 28:23

2M ago28:23

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Farrah Fawcett -- the stunningly beautiful actress best known for her iconic role on Charlie's Angels -- passed away after a courageous public battle with anal cancer on June 25, 2009. Despite showing tremendous resilience and strength throughout her health struggles, Fawcett's death was overshadowed by the sudden death of pop superstar Michael Jac…

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Episode 1548 - Jude Law 1:20:04

2M ago1:20:04

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Jude Law and Marc made a movie together but they never actually got to meet during it. They remedy that at the production offices of Jude’s latest project, as he sits down with Marc to talk about the elasticity of time, having a runaway imagination, the traveling life of an actor, and Michael Caine. They also talk about the preparation Jude puts in…

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Paul Cheneour Flute, music improvisation, strands of income, addiction to thinking. 1:02:57

2M ago1:02:57

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Paul Cheneour Flute, music improvisation, strands of income, addiction to thinking. Paul is one of the greatest musicians that I know. He is awesomely creative with over 60 albums to his name with fabulous collaborations with musicians world wide. The addicted to thinking – we go down the Sufi, Taoism and Zen path to liberate ourselves. How to unli…

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Episode 1547 - Ali Siddiq 1:44:04

2M ago1:44:04

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Comedian Ali Siddiq draws from his life experiences to create his comedy shows. Now in the midst of a four part comedy special called The Domino Effect, Ali is exploring everything from his tough upbringing to his time spent in prison to the early comedic stylings he displayed while working at the Sunglass Hut. Marc and Ali compare notes on their s…

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Bob Plimer Ancient Greek, Latin and Egyptian and their Occult practice and Jazz Piano. 1:04:14

2M ago1:04:14

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Bob Plimer Ancient Greek, Latin and Egyptian and their Occult practice and Jazz Piano. Bob Plimer is an extraordinary guy. He is an expert in Classics and has written several excellent books on alchemy, Mithraism, and Hermetica, and he is a fantastic Jazz Pianist. We go down the rabbit hole of creativity, mysticism and music. This is a cracking epi…

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Ep. 69 - Kate Spade 23:37

2M ago23:37

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On the morning of June 5, 2018, Kate Spade - the iconic fashion designer who revolutionized the handbag and accessory markets in the 1990s and 2000s - hanged herself in her Upper East Side apartment. But despite the tragedy, Kate Spade left a legacy of singular kindness and generosity, and will forever be known as one of the most important and succ…

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Episode 1546 - Ed O'Neill 1:29:50

2M ago1:29:50

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Ed O’Neill’s his early days working in an Ohio steel mill and contemplating a potential career hustling for mobsters didn’t seem like a path to Hollywood. Nor did his days playing football and coming up short during NFL tryouts. But his working class Irish background wound up making Ed the perfect portrayer of Al Bundy, a performance partially base…

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Episode 1545 - Larry David 1:24:13

2M ago1:24:13

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Larry David says he regrets saying yes to everything right after he agrees to do it. But it’s too late to back out of the garage now, so he’ll try to convince Marc that he actually has a much better disposition than the Larry David character on Curb Your Enthusiasm. Larry talks with Marc about his early days at Catch a Rising Star, how he found his…

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Episode 59 Tornados 19:44

2M ago19:44

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Rednecks look at weather differently than the rest of humanity. JM Insurance

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Ep. 68 - Sonny Bono 28:28

2M ago28:28

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On January 5, 1998, Sonny Bono -- one half of the legendary Sonny & Cher duo whose hit songs and variety show became cultural touchstones of the 60s and 70s -- died after a ski accident in Lake Tahoe. Although his musical legacy remains an important piece of music history, Bono's pivot to politics later in life is perhaps the best testament to a ca…

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Episode 1544 - Susie Essman 1:21:31

2M ago1:21:31

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After twenty-four years and twelve seasons as Susie Greene on Curb Your Enthusiasm, Susie Essman’s life has become strangers seeing her on the street and asking her to curse them out. Susie tells Marc the ins and outs of making Curb and why so many people have trouble separating the characters from the people who play them. They also talk about Lar…

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REPLAY Paul Cheneour Improvisation Flute Eastern Influences Mixed with Jazz 1:00:59

2M ago1:00:59

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This interview is with the flautist Paul Cheneour we discuss how he got into music and his interesting path to be a virtuoso player. I consider Paul to be one of the greatest creative people I know. I hope you will enjoy this. Originally published in Dec 2019

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Episode 1543 - Tony Goldwyn 1:24:18

3M ago1:24:18

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Despite a family name that goes back to the dawn of Hollywood, Tony Goldwyn’s father did not want him to get into the family business. It took Tony achieving his own success and landing a lead role in the movie Ghost for his father to accept this career path. Tony tells Marc the hardscrabble immigrant story of his grandfather, the man who became Sa…

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Special Episode: Bill Walton 15:00

3M ago15:00

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On May 27, 2024, Bill Walton -- the NBA legend whose brilliant but injury-shortened career set the standard for basketball excellence in the 70s and 80s -- passed away from colon cancer at the age of 71. Although his accomplishments on the court are rivaled by few, he will perhaps best be remembered for his colorful personality and quick wit in the…

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Ep. 67 - Toby Keith 24:44

3M ago24:44

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On February 5, 2024, Toby Keith – the country star whose songs about patriotism and blue-collar values made him one of the most successful musicians of all time - died of stomach cancer. Keith was an exceptionally talented singer and songwriter, but perhaps his greatest gifts were his intelligence and his authenticity, which gave him unique perspec…

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Episode 1542 - Molly Ringwald 1:29:46

3M ago1:29:46

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There was a time when Molly Ringwald knew she had to get out of America for a while so she didn’t have to be That Girl anymore. Now, with a career that includes being a jazz singer, a novelist, and a translator of French literature, Molly is much more than That Girl. Molly and Marc talk about her early days on The Facts of Life, her global stardom …

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