Best Bob Zimmerman Podcasts (2024)

1
270: Charles Rosenay - Entertainer, Entrepreneur, Actor 27:45

8h ago27:45

27:45

My guest has taken the concept of being a Beatles fan to a whole new entrepreneurial level. We discuss his passion for the Beatles, Monkees, and Turtles, how he’s turned this into popular income-producing activities, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Navigating CLL: Albie Suozzi's Journey 26:42

5d ago26:42

26:42

Send us a Text Message. The script delves into a conversation about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) with insights from a patient named Albie Suozzi. It also promotes a listener-supported podcast based in The Villages, Florida, offering ways for the audience to support the show through donations and Amazon purchases. The conversation highlights A…

1
Uncle Lucius Frontman Kevin Galloway Talks About Their Return 33:40

6d ago33:40

33:40

Send us a Text Message. Passion and persistence are key traits when it comes to finding success in today’s music realms. The band that goes by the name Uncle Lucius took that fact to heart after going on hiatus in 2018 and regrouping five years later. “We started getting this thing rolling in late 2005,” lead singer and songwriter Kevin Galloway te…

1
269: Deborah Tranelli, Actress/Singer (“Dallas”) 21:33

8d ago21:33

21:33

My guest is an actress and singer who is perhaps best known for playing Bobby Ewing’s secretary on “Dallas.” We discuss her career, her relationship with the "Dallas" cast members, the role of music in her life, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
4th of July Week Mini-Episode 4:26

9d ago4:26

4:26

Send us a Text Message. Just a quick check in with everybody on this hot & beautiful 4th of July week. Find out about some upcoming events and episodes, including an "Ask Me Anything" episode where you can ask any question about the Tower Records Podcast by sending an email to . We'd love to hear from you Cheers!…

1
John McEuen Gets Down To The Nitty Gritty & Shares News About 'The Newsman' 44:46

10d ago44:46

44:46

Send us a Text Message. There are some who still think of multi-instrumentalist John McEuen as the lively multi-instrumentalist who helped found the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in the mid ‘60s and then remained at the band’s helm for some 50 years. Nevertheless, after parting ways with the group in 2017 due to various personal and professional disagreem…

1
Behind the Scenes of 'Bad Senator': An Exclusive Chat with Filmmaker Chad Richardson 28:57

12d ago28:57

28:57

Send us a Text Message. This episode is available as a youtube video: https://youtu.be/y1OzMEu3OJU In this episode of the Open Forum in The Villages, Florida podcast, host Mike Roth talks with Chad Richardson, the filmmaker behind 'Bad Senator.' The podcast delves into the inspiration and making of the movie, detailing Richardson's transition from …

1
Joe Tokarz of Motor City Boat Werks 31:22

13d ago31:22

31:22

Joe Tokarz has been restoring old boats as a way to unwind from his career as a federal agent. When he retired in 2022, he founded MotorCity Boat Werks, a YouTube channel that covers the how-tos in amateur boat restoration. Currently, he's working on a major refit of an Albin 27 pocket trawler. Last year, Joe and his wife spent 2 weeks on a charter…

1
268: Dean Butler, Actor (“Little House on the Prairie”) 32:31

13d ago32:31

32:31

My guest starred as Almanzo on the hit television show, “Little House on the Prairie.” We discuss his experiences on the show, his relationship with Melissa Gilbert on the show, his new book, “Prairie Man: My Little House Life & Beyond”, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 97 Kat Gavin (Philadelphia: South Street, Avenue of the Arts) 1:26:59

17d ago1:26:59

1:26:59

Send us a Text Message. When Kat Gavin was born, her mother was only 18 years old. And as a result, Kat’s crib was right next to the stereo. So to say Kat grew up “with music” would be an understatement. After a stint working record retail in the malls of Northeast Philadelphia, Kat made her way into Center City Philadelphia and got a job at Tower …

1
Sue Foley Talks About Her Acoustic Tribute To Female Pioneers Of Guitar - 'One Guitar Woman' 43:28

15d ago43:28

43:28

Send us a Text Message. Three time Blues Foundation Traditional Female Artist award winner, Sue Foley’s new album 'One Guitar Woman' is a heartfelt tribute to the female pioneers of the guitar - including Memphis Minnie, Lydia Mendoza, Maybelle Carter, Ida Presti, and Sister Rosetta Tharpe. The album showcases the dexterity of Foley’s acoustic nylo…

1
096 - Paulo Roberto Sciamarelli: Part Two 1:44:23

16d ago1:44:23

1:44:23

As you may recall when we left part one of the Paulo Roberto Sciamarelli Surfing Village origin story - Paulo had finally found his paradise a perfect wave in front and plenty of really good waves -- rights and lefts-- all within a 5-20 minutes by boat. He had secured land, had a boat built 8 x 3 meters that’s roughly 24’ long and 8 feet wide. Paul…

1
Pathways to Enhanced Well-Being in Aging Dr. Becky Specky's Expert Advice 29:52

19d ago29:52

29:52

Send us a Text Message. Uncover the secrets to aging with vitality as Dr. Becky Specky joins us to illuminate the path towards a proactive, lifestyle-centric approach to health. As a retired functional medicine physician, Dr. Specky breaks down the shift from treating symptoms to empowering patients with the tools for robust longevity. We peel back…

1
267: Julie Dawn Cole, Actress (“Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory”) 22:49

22d ago22:49

22:49

My guest is an actress, perhaps best known for playing Veruca Salt in the classic “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory”. We discuss her career in show business, her experiences in Willy Wonka, why she became a psychotherapist, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Lucinda Williams Shares Her Songs And Stories In A Conversation With My Backstage Pass 31:03

21d ago31:03

31:03

Send us a Text Message. Few artists have achieved the kind of acclaim and achievement garnered by Lucinda Williams over the course of her career. Having composed the oft-covered song “Passionate Kisses,” often described as “an Americana classic,” she went on to release any number of landmark albums, among them, Sweet Old World and Car Wheels on a G…

1
095 - Paulo Roberto Sciamarelli 53:13

22d ago53:13

53:13

This story is really a dream. OR it speaks to the power of dreams. One man’s dream that became a reality. That man’s name is Paulo: Paulo Roberto Sciamarelli. In some ways his story is about focus. Focus on a dream. It will eventually manifest. “If you believe you deserve it, the universe will serve it.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega…

1
Ep. 96 Paul Herzman (4th & Broadway, Lincoln Center, Nanuet, Yonkers) 1:27:52

22d ago1:27:52

1:27:52

Send us a Text Message. “A month before my 12th birthday, I turned on the TV on a Sunday night and there were these guys calling themselves The Beatles…And after that, everything was different for people of my age. After that, music was our art form.” Like many of that time and after, Paul asked his mother to buy him a guitar. He started with an ac…

1
Shielding Your Skin: Dr. Zach Whitney's Guide to Sun Protection and Post-Cancer Care in The Villages 26:47

27d ago26:47

26:47

Send us a Text Message. Safeguard your skin against the Floridian sun's affectionate but risky embrace as I, Mike Roth, join forces with Dr. Zach Whitney from Advanced Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. We unravel the secrets to fortifying your skin's defense mechanisms in The Villages, where our seniors bask in an almost endless summer. Dr. Whitney…

1
266: Craig Baxley- Stuntman (“Heaven Can Wait”, “Diamonds Are Forever”) 27:09

27d ago27:09

27:09

My guest is an actor, stuntman, director, and more. We discuss his multifaceted career, his relationship with Warren Beatty, how he would deal with the risks of stunt work, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 95 Richard Leibowitz (Nanuet, Carle Place, Paramus) 59:11

29d ago59:11

59:11

Send us a Text Message. Richard Leibowitz grew up in the Hudson Valley of New York to a father who listened to pre-1960s jazz and a mother who was more into folk music. Neither held much sway for young Richard, so he set out on his own and like a million other kids his age, KISS was the starting point for his music obsessions. Before working at Tow…

1
Guy Clark Stories With Verlon Thompson & Shawn Camp 51:29

30d ago51:29

51:29

Send us a Text Message. Although both Verlon Thompson and Shawn Camp claim notable credits as both singers and songwriters — with combined credits that include Willie Nelson, Barbara Mandrell, Jimmy Buffett and Alan Jackson, Dierks Bentley, Anne Murray, The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Kenny Rogers, Randy Travis, Del McCoury, Sam Bush, Trisha Yearwood, …

1
Mastering Maintenance and Embracing Community in The Sunshine State 41:02

1M ago41:02

41:02

Send us a Text Message. Embark on a journey into the heart of homestead upkeep with Mike Roth and the ever-knowledgeable Peter Bernard as we uncover the secrets to keeping cool during The Villages' blistering heat waves. From tackling the myth of garage door insulation, where we swap tales of Styrofoam boards versus the sleek aluminum foil-like bub…

1
265: Susan Olsen, Actress (“The Brady Bunch”) 23:36

1M ago23:36

23:36

My guest starred as Cindy Brady on the classic television show, “The Brady Bunch.” We discussed her experiences on the show, her relationships with the other cast members, challenges of being a child star, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
The Best of Greater Lauderdale with Bob Arrington 31:11

1M ago31:11

31:11

Fort Lauderdale's first-class marinas, service yards, dining and nightlife—and its ideal location along the ICW and as a gateway to the Bahamas—makes it such an inviting destination for cruisers.By Passagemaker Magazine

1
Ep. 94 Serge Bielanko (Musician, Writer, Customer) 2:07:00

1M ago2:07:00

2:07:00

Send us a Text Message. Serge Bielanko was one of the leading forces behind the Philadelphia-based rock & roll band Marah. Part Replacements, part Van Morrison, part Phil Spector, part Rod Stewart & The Faces, part Philly & Motown soul, for years they were poised for success as the “next big rock & roll band”. Marah was a critic’s darling and count…

1
Jesse Dayton Mines The Various Hues Of The Blues In A Conversation With My Backstage Pass 31:56

1M ago31:56

31:56

Send us a Text Message. With three decades of experience playing and touring with Outlaw Country and SoCal Rock luminaries like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson, Social Distortion, and X, Jesse Dayton takes a sonic synergy between Texas and Chicago Blues, courtesy of his new album, The Hard Way Blues. In Jesse Dayton’s reckoning, the…

1
Cross-Continental Chronicles: Dr. Salvatore Forcina's Pursuit of the American Dream and the Art of Aging Well 29:32

1M ago29:32

29:32

Send us a Text Message. Embark on a transcontinental tale of resilience and ambition with our esteemed guest, Dr. Salvatore Forcina, whose life story captures the essence of the American dream through an international lens. As Dr. Forcina recounts his odyssey from Italy to Argentina, and then to the United States, we uncover the layers of determina…

1
264: Stan Zimmerman- Return Visit from the Producer, Director, Screenwriter 27:53

1M ago27:53

27:53

My returning guest responds to listeners’ questions about his career, his writing for The Golden Girls and Gilmore Girls, difficulties he’s experienced writing, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 93 Denise McDonald (Sunrise Books, Tower Advertising, Tower Product Team) 1:20:56

1M ago1:20:56

1:20:56

Send us a Text Message. Growing up in a small town 50 miles outside of Los Angeles, Denise McDonald has a very clear memory of getting her first library card at the age of five. For most of her life, Denise has been a dedicated bibliophile. In this week’s episode, Denise tells us all about working book product at Tower. From friends at Sacramento S…

1
Bluegrass Beckons When Irene Kelley Shares An Exclusive Interview With My Backstage Pass 29:33

1M ago29:33

29:33

Send us a Text Message. Irene Kelley’s love of music has been imbued in her memory practically from the very beginning. She became wholly entranced by it while hearing it for the first time in her dad’s basement TV repair workshop as a young girl. After hearing it around the house, the music became so imbued in her that she began writing music earl…

1
Willie Nile - A Relentless Rock and Roll Warrior 47:58

1M ago47:58

47:58

Send us a Text Message. Born and bred in Buffalo New York and a later transplant that calls Manhattan home, Willie Nile is the epitome of an urban warrior, a no-nonsense rock and roll loyalist whose urban sensibility evokes the fierce spirit of the city’s punk scene and its insurgent sensibility. Over the course of 14 studio albums and a near brush…

1
Discovering Innate Gifts Anne Castle's Mystical Career Change and Bob Tebow's Evolving Narrative 29:15

2M ago29:15

29:15

Send us a Text Message. Have you ever considered the extraordinary ways your life might unfold if you tapped into your hidden talents? Anne Castle did just that, transitioning from the world of IT to a life where her psychic abilities breathe new life into cold cases, aiding law enforcement across the globe. Meanwhile, Bob Tebow, a man with his own…

1
263: Butch Patrick- Actor (“The Munsters”) 26:38

2M ago26:38

26:38

My guest is an actor, perhaps best known for being in “The Munsters” on television. We discuss his experiences on The Munsters, how his career affected his life, how he coped with difficulties in his life, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 92 Jennifer Birner Hegji (VP Tower Video Ops & VP Tower Training & Education) 1:17:32

2M ago1:17:32

1:17:32

Send us a Text Message. “I remember standing on the sidewalk, talking to Rick [Briare] and telling him I was interested in going [to the new San Diego store] and he basically said ‘Well we don’t hire girls’. “ Thus began Jennifer Birner’s journey, leaving the Watt Avenue Bookstore to help open a new Tower Records location in San Diego where, for a …

1
The Craft Beer Odyssey: Joe Mongan's Journey through Homebrewing and the Renaissance of Ancient Ales 26:30

2M ago26:30

26:30

Send us a Text Message. Embark on a spirited exploration into the nuanced universe of craft beer with our special guest Joe Mongan from The Villages, Florida. We're not just sipping on hops and barley; we're delving into a culture rich in tradition and taste. Joe, with his extensive experience in home brewing, guides us through the distinct charact…

1
262: Dick Warlock, Actor/Stuntman (“Halloween II”) 27:00

2M ago27:00

27:00

My guest is an actor/stuntman perhaps best known for playing Michael Myers in Halloween II, and dealing with the shark, “Bruce”, in Jaws. We discuss his career, the difficulties of doing stunt work, how he’s coped with the consequences of his career, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Selene Yachts Founder Howard Chen 33:26

2M ago33:26

33:26

We meet with Selene Yachts founder and CEO Howard Chen as the company celebrates its 25-year anniversary building long-range, full-displacement trawlers. Chen is joined by Selene Americas President Wayne Goldman to discuss the company's expansion plans, new models and more. We also chat with technical Director Dylan Hildebrand about outfitting the …

1
Ep. 91 Pete Pataro (Washington DC, Annapolis MD, Cherry Hill NJ) 1:20:01

2M ago1:20:01

1:20:01

Send us a Text Message. “ ‘There’s a place called Tower Records’ and the way that he described it, it was a supermarket of music! It’s got two stories. I was like, wow…I’ve gotta go there!” Not only did Pete Pataro *go* there, he had a 15-year career - starting in that Washington DC store, assistant managing in the brand new Annapolis store, and ev…

1
094 - Bob McTavish 1:33:48

2M ago1:33:48

1:33:48

Bob McTavish, The Boardroom International Surfboard Show's Icon of Foam for 2024 – Gregarious, filled with stories and fun insights. An absolute legend. Greenough was the seed for the shortboard revolution and McTavish the tree that sprung to life from that seed. Australia's Surfing Life magazine selected McTavish as the "Most Influential Shaper of…

1
A Deeper Look into Mature Well-being and the Paradox of Exercise, with Nicole Christina 28:40

2M ago28:40

28:40

Send us a Text Message. Unlock the often-hidden struggles of aging with Nicole Christina's expert guidance on eating disorders in later life. As a seasoned psychotherapist, Nicole illuminates the intricate ways in which major life changes like retirement or moving can intensify these battles, offering a beacon of understanding for those silently su…

1
261: David Proval - Actor ("The Sopranos", "Mean Streets") 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

My guest is an actor who is perhaps best known for playing Richie Aprile on the popular show “The Sopranos”. We discuss his show business career, his insight into the roles he plays, how his background and upcoming is still important to him, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 90 Kevin Winnick (Tower Sidelines) 1:17:50

2M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

Send us a Text Message. Kevin Winnick was working in Washington DC for a small chain of pop culture/entertainment-themed stores called Another Universe when he got a call from a headhunter saying a large company was looking to hire someone who could identify trends and had experience as a buyer. Though content where he was, Kevin took the interview…

1
Sparking Joy with Storyteller Todd Zimmerman - Oliver The Ornament 22:26

2M ago22:26

22:26

Send us a Text Message. Gather 'round as we unfurl a tapestry of holiday magic with Todd Zimmerman, the creative spark behind "Oliver the Christmas Tree Ornament." His tale begins with a simple family tradition, blossoming into a story cherished by children and adults alike. With a mother's gentle push, Todd transformed a spark of inspiration into …

1
260: Dina Merrill, Actress and Philanthropist 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

My guest on this archived show, originally taped in 1995, is an actress who had a long, popular career in show business. We discuss her career, how she coped with the difficulties of the industry, how she dealt with her own personal tragedies, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

1
Ep. 89 Megan Jasper (CEO Sub Pop Records) 1:07:57

2M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

Send us a Text Message. Megan Jasper grew up in Worcester, Massachusetts an industrial town, just an hour outside of Boston. Megan remembers it as a tough place to grow up. As a young girl, her family would travel to Boston and she and her sister would hit Newbury Comics when there was only one store. As a teen, she traveled to Boston for punk rock…

1
Journey of Joy: Debbie Johnson's Transformation from Homemaker to Fitness Icon 26:54

3M ago26:54

26:54

Send us a Text Message. Debbie Johnson's story is one of resilience and reinvention – a tale that begins with a leap of faith from California to Florida, and blossoms into a community-embraced fitness phenomenon. As your host, I had the privilege of capturing her inspiring journey, one that will resonate with anyone who's ever faced the daunting pr…

1
259: Bill Boggs - Television Host/Journalist 14:55

3M ago14:55

14:55

My guest on this archived show is an Emmy Award winner with a long history as a TV talk show host, producer, writer, and speaker. We talk about his lengthy career, issues he’s dealt with, his motivational speaking, and much more.By Dr. Bob Phillips

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Bob Zimmerman Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide