Best Darren Paltrowitz Podcasts (2024)

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Leslie Mendelson + Liz W. Garcia + Bill Teck + Victor Indrizzo + TNA Wrestling's Alisha Edwards 57:43

3d ago57:43

57:43

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with singer/songwriter Leslie Mendelson, writer/director Liz W. Garcia, director Bill Teck, legendary drummer and songwriter Victor Indrizzo, and TNA Wrestling star Alisha Edwards. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers …

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GO INSIDE THE ALEX VAN HALEN AUCTION WITH JACQUES VAN GOOL  3:02:50

5h ago3:02:50

3:02:50

EPISODE #102 - Drummer Alex Van Halen recently opened up his storage facility to Backstage Auctions Inc. led by Jacques van Gool. AVH put over 370 personal pieces of his gear up for sale. Loud Dave conducts a one-on-one interview (Quiet Dave was on vacation) with van Gool about how the auction came about, what it took to put it together and the res…

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Episode 476 - Susanne Freytag and Claudia Brücken of Propaganda 1:11:02

2d ago1:11:02

1:11:02

In 1985 the German group Propaganda managed their one perfect album, A Secret Wish. Released on Trevor Horn's ZTT label (he was also the Executive Producer), this synth pop classic featured hits like "Duel" and "Dr. Mabuse" which haven't aged a day. Though it was an achievement, it created friction within the group (as well as financial and interpe…

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Episode 475 - Tom Bailey of Thompson Twins 1:11:49

9d ago1:11:49

1:11:49

t took a few years, but Tom Bailey is finally reclaiming the wonderful legacy of the Thompson Twins. The excellent hit makers were everywhere in the 80s, but eventually Tom lost interest in pop music and moved on with then wife Alannah Currie to making dub and trance music under the names Babble and International Observer letting the Twins' flame d…

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Molly Kunz + Marianas Trench + Deep Purple's Ian Paice + 10cc's Graham Gouldman 57:28

10d ago57:28

57:28

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Molly Kunz, Matt and Mike from the band Marianas Trench, Deep Purple drummer Ian Paice, and 10cc's Graham Gouldman. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers and all key podcast providers: https://paltrocast.co…

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Episode 474 - Jeff Babko 2:20:27

15d ago2:20:27

2:20:27

Session keyboardist Jeff Babko has a career that even he can't believe. His day job is playing keys in Jimmy Kimmel's band every night. Then, his side hustle on the weekends is as the musical director for Steve Martin and Martin Short on their tour. Those alone are incredible, but he also releases solo albums and has done sessions and tours with a …

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Lonestar + Stars Of "Mars" + Jon Voight + Stars Of "Blue Lights" + Bobs Gannaway 57:47

18d ago57:47

57:47

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with members of the award-winning band Lonestar, stars of the new film "Mars," Academy Award-winning actor Jon Voight, stars of the Britbox series "Blue Lights" and "WondLa" showrunner Bobs Gannaway. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stat…

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Episode 473 - Ian Hunter/John Butler of Diesel Park West 1:40:32

23d ago1:40:32

1:40:32

We have a very special twofer for you this week! We kick it off with the birthday boy himself, the great Ian Hunter! Ian turned 85 this week (!) and is still at it and as good as ever. He just released a new album called Defiance 2: Fiction (Defiance 1 came out last year) and both are star-studded affairs featuring Joe Elliott, Brian May, Slash, To…

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Matt Costa + Joe Hendry + Sierra Katow + Yacht Rock Revue 57:01

24d ago57:01

57:01

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with singer/songwriter and director Matt Costa, TNA Wresting star and musician Joe Hendry, comedian and actress Sierra Katow, and Yacht Rock Revue frontman Nick Niespodziani. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers and al…

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MARTIN POPOFF DELIVERS “VAN HALEN AT 50”  3:58:09

29d ago3:58:09

3:58:09

EPISODE #101 - Author extraordinaire Martin Popoff has released his third Van Halen book, “Van Halen at 50.” This 190-page hardcover coffee table book takes the readers through VH’s 50 biggest moments from 1974 through 2024. The Daves grill Popoff about his views on the band’s colorful yet dramatic history. Tons of juicy VH News and a strong mailba…

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Episode 472 - Mark Bryan of Hootie & the Blowfish/Solo 1:11:20

29d ago1:11:20

1:11:20

Have we come back around to Hootie & the Blowfish yet? They went from fun, good-time band, to hugely popular, to overexposed, to punching bag, back to fun, good-time band. Today, they've settled into a nice level of fame where the band successfully tours when they feel like it and the guys each do their own projects during the downtime. Guitarist M…

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Nonpoint + The Moody Blues' John Lodge + PCO + Calva Louise 57:41

1M ago57:41

57:41

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Nonpoint frontman Elias Soriano, The Moody Blues' John Lodge, TNA Wrestling star PCO, and the band Calva Louise. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. **Ari Shaffir interview not edited for language or content.** More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers a…

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Episode 471 - Jim Peterik of the Ides of March/Survivor/Solo 1:10:41

1M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Jim Peterik has the power to create a whole band for every musical impulse he ever has. Survivor is mostly in the rear view, but his original band The Ides of March still get together to perform for special occasions. He has a country band called The Stormchasers. He has a smooth jazz band called Lifeforce. He has a rock band called Pride of Lions.…

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Tim Montana + Accept's Wolf Hoffmann + Cast & Crew Of "Space Command: Redemption" + Ari Shaffir 57:27

1M ago57:27

57:27

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with the singer/songwriter and entrepreneur Tim Montana, Accept guitarist Wolf Hoffmann, "Space Command: Redemption" stars, and comedian/podcaster Ari Shaffir. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. **Ari Shaffir interview not edited for language or content.** More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regu…

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Episode 470 - Jim Moginie of Midnight Oil 2:01:08

1M ago2:01:08

2:01:08

Not only did the mighty Midnight Oil bless the world with their incredible music, they also educated us on the plight of Australian people and politics which ended up informing many of us and how we see the world. Guitarist and primary songwriter Jim Moginie recently released a memoir called The Silver River which tells the band's story, but, even …

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Kristanna Loken + Asher Angel + Producers of "Expedition From Hell: The Lost Tapes" + Sasha Pieterse + Adele Parks MBE + Zack Clayton + Director Jeff Fisher 56:38

2M ago56:38

56:38

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress/producer Kristanna Koken, actor/singer Asher Angel, producers from Discovery's "Expedition From Hell: The Lost Tapes," actress Sasha Pieterse, author Adele Parks MBE, TNA Wrestling star Zack Clayton, and director Jeff Fisher. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast,…

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Book Club - Darren Paltrowitz author of DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed the World 1:08:42

2M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

For this week we welcome author, podcast host and private investigator (!) Darren Paltrowitz to discuss his book DLR Book. Capturing the real David Lee Roth, while also separating the real guy from the mythology he's worked hard to create is no easy task, but Darren does his best. David Carruth joins co-hosts this episode as we dissect DLR's Hollyw…

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Bonus - "When Two Podcast Worlds Collide": Jon Lamoreaux from the Hustle 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

1:13:47

Jon was invited to hang with his good friends Haydn and Bee of the INXS : Access All Areas podcast recently to discuss our love of Australian music, the rich history, and, of course, our mutual love of INXS. Any fan of this band needs to know this great podcast is out there if they don't already. Every member has appeared on there, it's a wealth of…

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HAPPY 9TH BIRTHDAY TO US with Nick Laird-Clowes of the Dream Academy 1:29:48

2M ago1:29:48

1:29:48

Can you believe another year has gone by? We can't! Who would have ever thought 9 years The Hustle would become what it has. As usual, we always celebrate this day with a very special guest and this year is no different. This week we welcome the wonderful Nick Laird-Clowes of the Dream Academy! The band snuck up on everyone in 1985 with the seminal…

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Son Lux's Ryan Lott + Producers Of "Jane" + TNA Wrestling's Mike Santana + Stars of "Empire Queen" + Jana Kramer 57:22

2M ago57:22

57:22

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Son Lux member (and composer) Ryan Lott, producers of the Apple TV+ series "Jane" (J.J. Johnson and Matt Bishop), TNA Wrestling star Mike Santana, stars of "Empire Queen" (Chris Dane Owens, Ciel Post and Jason Schulz), and actress/singer Jana Kramer. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz &…

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Deep Dive - John Parr on Man With a Vision (1992) 1:06:00

2M ago1:06:00

1:06:00

For this Deep Dive we welcome back John Parr to discuss his underappreciated album from 1992, Man With a Vision. By this point in his career, John was all alone with no major label support and litigation making it hard to get heard. He self-produced this album and it's an excellent slab of peak AOR goodness, even though it's from the early 90s. Joh…

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Steve Vai + Daisy Betts + Modi Rosenfeld + Nic Nemeth 28:19

2M ago28:19

28:19

This "Paltrocast" features exclusive interviews with legendary guitarist Steve Vai, actress/writer Daisy Betts, comedian/podcaster/author Modi Rosenfeld, and professional wrestler Nic Nemeth (formerly WWE's Dolph Ziggler). Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carri…

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Episode 468 - Michael Bradley of the Undertones 1:10:19

2M ago1:10:19

1:10:19

The short but solid trajectory of the Undertones' career reflects the arc of popular British music during the same time. Starting off in Derry Ireland as punks with an ear for melodies in the late 70s and ending up about five years later exploring sophisti-pop is a map of what was in style in the UK. If the band wasn't so good at both genres you mi…

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8th ANNIVERSARY - 100th EPISODE SPECIAL: JOE SATRIANI GOES DEEP ON VAN HALEN   3:09:25

2M ago3:09:25

3:09:25

EPISODE #100 - This summer the spotlight will be focused on guitarist Joe Satriani who is set to play a boatload of Van Halen music on Sammy Hagar’s “The Best of All Worlds Tour.” The Daves do an in-depth interview with Satch about how the tour came about, what’s involved in the set list construction, the botched VH project with Alex Van Halen and …

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Episode 467 - Tom Lord-Alge 2:26:58

2M ago2:26:58

2:26:58

Grammy winning engineer/producer Tom Lord-Alge has been behind some major music the last 40 years. He starts out in NYC under the tutelage of his brother Chris and breaks big working on Steve Winwood's Back in the High Life album. Over the years he's engineered dozens of gigantic hits including albums by Blink-182, Pink, Weezer, Marilyn Manson and …

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Johnny Knoxville + Lije Sarki + John Early + Theda Hammel + Don Was 28:20

2M ago28:20

28:20

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actor Johnny Knoxville, director Lije Sarki, comedian/actor John Early, actor/director Theda Hammel, and producer/musician Don Was. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers and all key podcast providers: https://paltr…

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Comedian Richard Sarvate + "The Bachelor" Stars Ashley Iaconetti & Jared Haibon 28:57

2M ago28:57

28:57

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with comedian Richard Sarvate and entrepreneurs (and "Bachelor In Paradise") stars Ashley Iaconetti and Jared Haibon. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT carriers and all key podcast providers: https://paltrocast.com/where-to-…

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Episode 466 - Neil Stubenhaus 3:27:22

2M ago3:27:22

3:27:22

Bassist Neil Stubenhaus was a key member of that pool of exceptional talent in LA in the 70s and 80s that were first calls to play on the great albums made during the era. Neil stood shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Nathan East, Lee Sklar and Pino Palladino (among many) to make good music even better. Included on his resume are people like Bi…

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GaTa + Bobby Lee + Mustafa Ali + I Ya Toyah + Matt Pinfield 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with with actor/rapper GaTa, actor/comedian Bobby Lee, TNA Wrestling X Division Champion Mustafa Ali, singer I Ya Toyah, and television host, author and music industry icon Matt Pinfield. Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now airing regularly via 150+ TV stations, OTT ca…

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Episode 465 - Mike Post 2:09:14

3M ago2:09:14

2:09:14

Mike Post is probably the most successful composer of the last half century. He literally wrote the themes to hundreds of TV shows from the early 70s until now. In fact, there's a good chance that during the heyday, almost every person on earth heard his work at least once a week. That's astounding. You could argue that shows like NYPD Blue, Law & …

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Georgia Lock + Sophie Nélisse + Staind's Mike Mushok + Elizabeth Hurley + Damian Hurley + Roger Joseph Manning Jr 57:41

3M ago57:41

57:41

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with actress Georgia Lock, "Yellowjackets" star Sophie Nélisse, Staind guitarist Mike Mushok, actress/producer Elizabeth Hurley, writer/director Damian Hurley and musician Roger Joseph Manning Jr. (Jellyfish, Imperial Drag, Beck). Theme song by Steve Schiltz. More on Darren Paltrowitz & the "Paltrocast," now ai…

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Episode 464 - Ken Caillat 1:14:58

3M ago1:14:58

1:14:58

Imagine being one of the architects of one of the biggest albums in rock history. It's like winning the lottery. As we know from the Fleetwood Mac story, what was happening behind the scenes on Rumours was as juicy and tasty as the music they were making. Witness to all of it was the great Ken Caillat! He went on to co-produce with Richard Dashut T…

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FOR KING + COUNTRY's Joel Smallbone + Def Leppard's Rick Allen + Lauren Monroe + More 57:06

3M ago57:06

57:06

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with FOR KING + COUNTRY's Joel Smallbone, Def Leppard's Rick Allen, singer/songwriter Lauren Monroe, actor/director Larry Fessenden, actor/producer Alex Hurt and comedian Aurelia St Clair. Theme song by Steve Schiltz www.paltrocast.comBy Darren Paltrowitz

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FAN HALEN DROPS A VH TRIBUTE ALBUM  3:29:49

3M ago3:29:49

3:29:49

EPISODE #99 - Guitarist Derek Fuller has the massive challenge of portraying Eddie Van Halen in Fan Halen, which has grown into the biggest VH tribute band on the planet running for 20 years. The band has recently released its first album covering material from 1978-1984. The Daves have an in-depth talk with Fuller about the making of the album as …

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Ace Frehley + Emile Hirsch + Producers Of "Fraggle Rock: Back To The Rock 28:59

3M ago28:59

28:59

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with Rock and Roll Hall Of Famer Ace Frehley, actor and musician Emile Hirsch, and "Fraggle Rock" producers Matt Fusfeld, Halle Stanford and John Tartaglia.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Deep Dive - Iain Baker on Jesus Jones's Doubt (1991) 1:19:02

3M ago1:19:02

1:19:02

This week, Jesus Jones embarks on their first US tour in 30 years! It's short, just a few shows over a couple of weeks, but it's, hopefully, the beginning of restoring a relationship with the states that will grow in the near future. Since lead singer Mike Edwards was on the show a few years ago, we are joined this time by keyboardist (and band man…

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Episode 463 - Dean Pitchford 1:51:42

3M ago1:51:42

1:51:42

This week we get to hear from acclaimed songwriter Dean Pitchford! After 45 years of near consistent success, Dean will finally be inducted in the Songwriters Hall of Fame this year, which is just another line on his impressive resume. He won an Oscar for writing "Fame" for Irene Cara and achieved the absolute peak with Footloose. He not only wrote…

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Stars Of "BMF" + "Royal Crackers" 28:59

3M ago28:59

28:59

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with stars and crew from Adult Swim series "Royal Crackers" and Starz series "BMF." Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Episode 462 - Russ Titelman 2:08:54

3M ago2:08:54

2:08:54

Our guest this week is multi-Grammy winning producer Russ Titelman. Russ has been deeply rooted in the music business since the 60s as a producer, an engineer, a songwriter, and even a session guitarist. His midas touch has benefitted legendary artists like Paul Simon, Chaka Khan, James Taylor, Cyndi Lauper, Brian Wilson, Rickie Lee Jones, and won …

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A.J. Francis + Natalia Markova + Veselka 28:46

4M ago28:46

28:46

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with TNA Wrestling star A.J. Francis, NWA star and actress Natalia Markova, and owners of the beloved New York City restaurant "Veselka." Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Episode 461 - Peter Farnan of Boom Crash Opera/Solo 2:03:47

4M ago2:03:47

2:03:47

In 1989 when Australian rock bands like Midnight Oil and INXS were screaming up the charts in the US, you'd think the easiest thing in the world would be to present one more and let them continue the streak. Such was not the story of Boom Crash Opera. Despite getting some airplay for "Onion Skin" off their second album, These Here Are Crazy Times, …

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Cast Of HGTV's "Rock The Block" + The Dandy Warhols' Courtney Taylor-Taylor 28:35

4M ago28:35

28:35

This "Paltrocast" features interviews with the cast of HGTV's "Rock The Block," including host Ty Pennington, and The Dandy Warhols' singer Courtney Taylor-Taylor. Theme song by Steve Schiltz.By Darren Paltrowitz

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Episode 460 - Zia McCabe of the Dandy Warhols 1:19:11

4M ago1:19:11

1:19:11

The Dandy Warhols have been around for 30 years. That can't be right! In the 90s they seemed like hedonistic little hippies and now, they still are, but the rest of the world has caught up with them. On the 15th, the band releases ROCKMAKER, their first fully guitar-driven album in a while (maybe ever) and they embark on a US tour this week. Zia Mc…

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Episode 459 - Nigel Bennett of the Members/the Vibrators 1:22:00

4M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

These days, guitarist Nigel Bennett is as much an entrepreneur as he is a punk rocker. I'll explain. Nigel's career began in the 70s when he was hired to join The Members who were mixing punk, pop and reggae in unique ways. They're probably best remembered by their 1982 hit "Working Girl". The band didn't last long and Nigel bummed around until he …

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“JUMP” BOOK CELEBRATES CHILDHOOD TALE OF THE “1984” TOUR 3:28:55

4M ago3:28:55

3:28:55

EPISODE #98 - Author Jim Serger tells the story of how he and his buddies all attended a Van Halen concert on March 9, 1984 and the impact it had on their youth. The Daves have an in-depth talk with Serger as well as his buddy Chris Berger, who went backstage and met the band. A fresh mailbag segment and a ton of VH News round out this February epi…

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