Best Kevin Gong Podcasts (2024)

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Radio Through The Decades & Broadcasters In The Digital Age with Joe Cipriano, Larry Morgan & Travis Richey 1:16:33

14h ago1:16:33

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It’s a Premiere Radio Networks Reunion as we are joined by two broadcasting legends who worked with Weezy in the '80s and '90s and are now industry heavyweights: voice talent and king of the promo, Joe Cipriano and radio exec and DJ for LA's legendary KEARTH 101, Larry Morgan! We're chatting about legacy media and our collective memories of radio's…

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A Supreme Showbiz Legacy & Heroic Acts For Humankind with Annie Potts 1:02:23

7h ago1:02:23

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Cultural icon Annie Potts is beloved by fans of every age, and for excellent reason. Her bright on-screen light emanates from deep within her own actual warm soul and big heart! The length and breadth of her philanthropic work rivals her IMDB credits and she’s hovering at 114 of those. Most recognizable now as Young Sheldon’s Meemaw, you may also k…

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Game Show History & How The Gong Show Changed TV 1:24:07

4d ago1:24:07

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The Gong Show was a spicy blend of talent, shock and zany, sprinkled heavily with the special sauce that was Producer/Host Chuck Barris. 70s TV was all about The Gong Gang and Game Show Guru Adam Nedeff’s newest offering, Gong This Book chronicles the weirdly hypnotic cultural touchstone that was The Gong Show. Adam joins us with returning guest, a…

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Inside The Halls Of Congress & Career Fluidity with Jasmine Crockett & Michael Burger 1:12:41

11d ago1:12:41

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We are attaining excellence and saving democracy. High bars easily cleared by our guests, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and TV Host/Motivational Speaker Michael Burger. Jasmine Crockett proudly represents Texas’ 30th District. She is a Freshman Leadership Representative, fighting hard for reproductive and voting rights and her viral moments in com…

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Life Lessons In Musical Form & Gen X TV Memories 1:02:56

18d ago1:02:56

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Are you a New Zoo 70s Kid? The New Zoo Revue starred Freddy The Frog, Charlie The Owl, Henrietta Hippo and real-life couple, Doug Momary and Emily Jo Peden Momary. Together with their courtyard of critters, they taught kids the values of courtesy, cooperation, humility, patience, kindness, problem-solving, manners, and promises. Throughout the 70s …

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Standup Comedy & Modern Classic Film Acting with Kevin Pollak 1:04:56

25d ago1:04:56

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Get ready to rewatch some Mrs. Maisel with the man behind Moishe, Kevin Pollak! His podcast is called My Mrs. Maisel Pod and he is taking a deep dive into the show with co-stars, creators and celebrity super-fans. Kevin joins us to talk about his podcast celebration of the writing, production and cinematic marvel that is The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel a…

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The Making of a Matinee Idol & Icons of Hollywood's Golden Age (Michael Gregg Michaud on Troy Donahue 1:05:39

1M ago1:05:39

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When TVs entered living rooms and Cinerama lit up movie screens, teens went nuts for Troy Donahue. Born Merle Johnson Jr. he was discovered at The Golden Pheasant restaurant in Calabasas by bigwigs, William Asher and James Sheldon. Signed to Rock Hudson’s manager Henry Wilson, Troy won the role of Johnny in A Summer Place and was a teen idol by the…

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Standup Comedy & Creating A Special with Ivan Decker 51:12

1M ago51:12

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Ivan Decker’s standup comedy is sharp, relatable, polished and laugh-out-loud-by-yourself-on-your-couch-or-in-your-bed hilarious! 100% Canadian Content, Ivan is 12% funnier than a comparable American and he has brought his funny to the world square that is Youtube. Ivan’s newest special is called Popcorn and much like its taste-treat namesake, the …

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Rock Legends & Immediate Family with Denny Tedesco, Waddy Wachtel & Leland Sklar 1:24:39

2M ago1:24:39

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Director Denny Tedesco has followed up his smash hit documentary, The Wrecking Crew with an enlightening look at the next generation of session musicians who worked closely with 70s’ singer/songwriters in creating the soundtrack which continues to enrich and lift our lives. They are Waddy Wachtel, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, Danny Kortchmar and Stev…

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A Lifetime of Showbiz Memories & Advice for Aspiring Actors with Patrick Labyorteaux 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

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Patrick Labyorteaux’s career crosses generations, giving him unique access to experiences, co-stars, genres and fans who are currently finding his array of fascinating inside stories on TikTok. Boomers know Patrick as Andy Garvey from Little House on the Prairie. Gen Xers loved him in teen classics and cult favorites like Heathers and Summer School…

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Behind The Scenes of 70s TV & An Uplifting Wings Guitarist with Laurence Juber & Shelley Herman 1:17:46

2M ago1:17:46

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Our Media Path takes us to the influential and iconic 70s when Paul McCartney & Wings flew over Europe, The UK, and The World, lifted by the guitar mastery of Laurence Juber and when studio pages roamed the NBC hallways, collecting memorable celebrity encounters and handing gift cards to Johnny Carson. Former page, Shelley Herman is an Emmy-Nominat…

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Bob Cowsill & Raized Wrong: TikTok Teen Idols & Generations of Family Bands 1:02:20

3M ago1:02:20

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Raized Wrong is two young brothers, Landon and Lyric Goldberg, and their father Donny. They are a newly minted but third generation family band. Donny, along with his dad and brother head up a Beach Boys tribute band called Surf’s Up. Having learned his trade well from his dad, Donny is passing it on to his sons, ages 12 and 13. Their tight vocal h…

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Revealing Extremist Roots & The Role Of Faith In Politics with Dan Partland 58:47

3M ago58:47

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Dan Partland has amassed an impressive body of documentary film work including, American High, Intervention, American Style, American Race and Apple’s top selling doc of all time, #Unfit, which studies the dangerous psychology of Donald Trump. Along with Rob Reiner, Dan is now bringing us God + Country, opening in theaters this Friday. Dan joins us…

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Nixon vs. The Anti-War Movement & Life After Leaving Leave It To Beaver 1:03:20

3M ago1:03:20

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If you’ve ever wondered how Beaver’s pal Gilbert turned out, he’s doing real neat. Stephen Talbot moved on from Mayfield to become a broadcast journalist for PBS, making investigative, news-making documentary films for Frontline, Bill Moyers and American Experience. Steve joins us to discuss his boomer journey from the streets of mythical 50s subur…

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The Lotto-Winner Politician & A Primer On State Level Leadership 1:09:50

3M ago1:09:50

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We’re going deep with Democratic candidates on the primary ballot for Congress and for the California State Assembly. Gil Cisneros is running to replace a retiring Grace Napolitano for CA 31 in the San Gabriel Valley. And local businessman and Swing Left organizer Steve Pierson is running for the 44th Assembly district in California. Gil is a forme…

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A Multimedia Standup Style & Radio Comedy Memories 1:03:50

3M ago1:03:50

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When Fritz and Weezy were developing a Comedy Central pilot with Henry Winkler called, The Couch, their bright, ambitious intern was an up and coming young comic named Eric Schwartz who dutifully made coffee, sandwich and cue card runs. Today, Eric’s comedy special. Delivery, is all the rage on Youtube, and Fritz brought him a sandwich. Eric joins …

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An Insider's Look At Biden's Whitehouse 53:22

4M ago53:22

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Best-selling author Chris Whipple’s newest book is The Fight Of His Life and it chronicles the first two years of the Biden administration. Chris’s extraordinary access to White House insiders provided him with an exclusive look into the workings, challenges and accomplishments of Team Biden. Chris’s earlier works include The Gatekeepers and The Sp…

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The Internet's Favorite 85-Year-Old & The Rewards Of Relatability 1:03:57

4M ago1:03:57

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85-year-old Annie Korzen is a TikTok starlet! She’s an actor/storyteller/writer/author and you may recognize her from Seinfeld where she played Doris Klompus but now, she calls herself “an accidental influencer.” Her TikTok channel has over half a million followers and her viral fan base is in their teens and twenties. Our 16-year-old intern, Garre…

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Keeping The OC Blue & A Standup Rebranding 1:09:45

4M ago1:09:45

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Comedy and Democracy are on the bill. We are welcoming Congressional Candidate Dave Min from Orange County, CA and comedian Taylor Williamson. State Senator Dave Min is running to fill Katie Porter’s seat in Congress. He has her endorsement and he is entirely determined to keep CA 47 Blue and bring his passion for gun violence prevention, climate a…

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The Inner Work Of Anti-Racism & Running For Congress In California 59:51

5M ago59:51

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Prepare to be inspired: we're chatting with bold women who are dynamically improving our world for us and for future generations. Dr. Roxy Manning and Sarah Peyton have co-written The Anti-Racist Heart: A Self-Compassion and Activism Handbook. It’s a hands-on approach to teaching anti-racist action, combining neuroscience and mindfulness with socia…

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Showcasing American Music Icons & What We All Need To Know About Dogs 1:05:09

5M ago1:05:09

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We are celebrating the most important gifts of any season: love, companionship and connection. Our guests are author Pilley Bianchi whose book, For The Love off Dog celebrates our rich canine bestie history and invites you to teach your any-age dog some new tricks. And TJ Lubinsky joins us to discuss his newest My Music Presents/PBS Special, Steve …

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The Truth About Guardianships & A Quirky Christmas Musical 1:04:40

6M ago1:04:40

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It’s a not entirely merry episode of Media Path with some hard but cautionary truths about guardianships AND, a new Christmas musical that celebrates our festive diversity. Greg Thirloway and Maurice Godin are launching a new musical called Oy To The World, that celebrates the Jewish composers who brought us so many carol classics like Santa Claus …

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Challenging Christian Nationalism & Deconstructing Evangelical Indoctrination 1:06:11

6M ago1:06:11

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Many young people raised within the restrictive discipline of a strict, Christian evangelical childhood are pulling away from that narrow and dogmatic framework as adults and finding comfort and guidance in a podcasting community of fellow travelers who are walking a similar path. Among these bold podcasters are two former church leaders who are no…

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The Singularity of The Beatles & The Legacy of the JFK Assassination 1:14:51

6M ago1:14:51

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Every boomer was gutted and then rocked by the tragedy of JFK’s assassination followed by the joy of The Beatles’ arrival at the airport named in his honor. Both topics continue to resonate. Today on the show, broadcasting pioneer and JFK assassination historian John Barbour joins us to discuss his latest film, John Barbour & William Shakespeare’s …

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The Fight For Women's Rights & Telling One American Family's Story 1:02:34

6M ago1:02:34

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Filmmakers possess the unique ability to immerse us in the lived experiences of others and in so doing, promote kindness, compassion and empathy. Directors Tracy Droz Tragos and Charles Mudede join us to share their newest projects. Tracy’s film is called Plan C and it follows a network of courageous women who are working to ensure access to pregna…

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From Singer-Boy to Renaissance Man & The Golden Age of Vocal Harmonies 1:08:48

7M ago1:08:48

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Bruce Belland’s new book is called Icons, Idols and Idiots of Hollywood: My Adventures in America’s First Boy Band and boy, did he have adventures! Bruce founded The Four Preps while still in Hollywood High School. They became Ricky Nelson’s backup band, co-starred in Gidget and The Adventures of Ozzy & Harriet and went on to score massive hits wit…

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A Showbiz Legend Takes The Stage & A Triumphant Hollywood Tale 56:38

7M ago56:38

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In the pop culture pantheon there are those few and proud performers who have indelibly imprinted the landscape to the point where our digital age invites new fans to discover and embrace their iconic work. Among these are Dinah Manoff and JoBeth Williams. Dinah breathed delightful life into Pink Lady Marty Maraschino in Grease. She has starred in …

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Timeless Songs From The 70s & A Principled Passion For Music 1:01:02

7M ago1:01:02

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Singer-songwriter Gilbert O'Sullivan continues to grace audiences around the globe with his wit, warmth, whimsy and musical genius as he has been doing since 1970 when he stirred UK audiences with Nothing Rhymed and then captured and broke hearts around the world with Alone Again, (Naturally.) The song has been covered over 75 times, including by N…

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Tender Memories From The Stage & A Midwest Mindset In Show Biz 1:20:43

7M ago1:20:43

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Concetta Tomei's richly recognizable presence has warmed screens for 40 years. Her Italian roots, the American dreams of her parents and grandparents and her midwestern upbringing, plus four years as a seventh and eighth grade teacher prepared and sustained her as she faced show biz rigors and rejections. Her acting chops were masterfully honed on …

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Upper Crust Comedy & The Secrets To Sublime Living 1:00:48

8M ago1:00:48

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Craig Kilborn has indelibly and stylishly stamped his unique, hosty brand across the worlds of Sports and Late Night Comedy. Mixing a patrician personality, with a razor sharp wit and folding in a pinch of irreverent snark, Lord Kilby has now taken up residency at manner houses in the lands of Instagram and podcasting. A star high school athlete, C…

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The Healing Power of Humor & Laughing Towards Enlightenment 1:21:33

8M ago1:21:33

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Craig Shoemaker believes in the power of laughter and he's experienced its transformational force firsthand. The showbiz vet with decades of experience in writing, producing, acting and stand up comedy is fully invested in helping others, through humor with his organization, Laughter Heals. To this end, he speaks frankly, lives courageously and is …

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The Seminal Sit-Com Neighbor & NBC TV's Golden Age 59:52

8M ago59:52

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In the late 1980's and early '90s, the TV sitcom landscape was dominated by an unstoppable force known as Witt/Thomas/Harris Productions. It’s the creative juggernaut that brought us Soap and Benson in the late 70s, evolving into the force field behind The Golden Girls. A series so iconic, it launched the spin-offs, Nurses, The Golden Palace and Em…

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The Making of a Super Group & The Music Scene of the 60s and 70s 1:00:27

8M ago1:00:27

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Listening to Radio Luxembourg on his family's transistor as a teen in the British countryside, Simon Kirke heard the siren song of The Beatles and was instantly hooked. Determined to make music his career, he spent two years in London before a fateful meeting with guitarist Paul Kossoff put him on a course to make his rock 'n' roll fantasy a realit…

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The Rules of Showrunning & an Insider's Guide To How TV Is Made 1:15:21

8M ago1:15:21

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eff Melvoin has written an inspiring and comprehensive guide to the art & science of what may be the most momentous, yet mysterious title in Hollywood: Showrunner. At its core, the job is described as a writer/producer hybrid. But it encompasses so much more than just that. Jeff joins us to talk about Running The Show: Television From the Inside, a…

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The Gift of Self Expression & Parenting A Non-Verbal Human 51:59

9M ago51:59

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On the Autism Spectrum, there are some people who are never able to speak more than a few words. The inability to verbally communicate indicates no lack of intelligence and it can be incredibly frustrating for those who have much to offer but whose thoughts and ideas are locked inside their own minds. Among these shrouded geniuses is 19-year-old Ja…

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Courage, Compassion, Kindness & The Many Talents of Your Teen Crush featuring Robby Benson 1:10:36

9M ago1:10:36

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Robby Benson is living proof that character is destiny, guided by his values, integrity, talent and curiosity, Robby has overcome much to achieve more. He is an actor, writer, producer, director, author, musician, photographer, professor, songwriter, novelist, activist and former teen idol! Robby’s early screen stardom was just scratching his creat…

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Half a Century on the TV Set & Multi-Cultural Arts for L.A.’s Youth featuring Vernée Watson 1:07:40

10M ago1:07:40

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A new documentary about actress Vernée Watson is very aptly titled: You Look Familiar, and she does. But only to anyone who’s watched TV in the past five decades! Vernée has been in so many important and iconic series over the years that a journey through her IMDB page requires a packed lunch. And remember to hydrate. Vernee’s resume includes the b…

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The Beaver & His Fabulous Real-Life Mom 1:02:15

10M ago1:02:15

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Jerry Mathers may be the most iconic performer in TV child-star history, shouldering the title role in Leave it to Beaver for six groundbreaking seasons. Jerry brought so much heart and relatable innocence to his performance that he has well earned his place in our hearts and in television history. You can partially credit Ward and June for raising…

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How Chicago Blues Legends Influenced the Next Generation 1:12:53

11M ago1:12:53

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The nightclub scene was magical in Chicago’s South and West sides in the late 1950s and during that time, white kids from the suburbs were finding The Blues at the end of their radio dials, buying the records, studying the music and traveling down to the clubs to meet and play with their idols! That story is told in the new Bob Sarles film, Born in…

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Writing TV Classics, MLB Play by Play & Growing Up in the 60s 1:15:56

11M ago1:15:56

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Ken Levine’s captivating career is a buffet of boyhood wish fulfillment. Ken became a disc jockey, a sitcom writer, a Major League Baseball announcer, a cartoonist, an author and a playwright. He’s not done. New adventures include podcasting and standup comedy. Ken’s book, The Me Generation by Me: Growing Up in the Sixties chronicles his journey th…

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Iconoclastic Comedy & The Epic Story of the First American Road Trip 1:16:07

11M ago1:16:07

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We are witnessing exponentially rapid changes in technological advancement which recall the dawn of the industrial age when newly harnessed electricity first lit up our houses and the assembly line sent Model Ts motoring down your street and out into the countryside to points heretofore unseen. During this period, the two men most responsible for t…

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Little House Confessions & Turning Adversity Into Advocacy 1:06:30

11M ago1:06:30

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An iconic TV character is immortal. That truth has become increasingly official in today’s digital age where every episode is but a click away. And as Alison Arngrim has well learned, if you played the villain, folks are still pissed. Alison’s portrayal of frontier hellion Nellie Oleson struck such a resonate chord with fans that Alison has learned…

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Music That Transcends Time & The Legacy of Connie Converse 1:01:27

12M ago1:01:27

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In the 1950's, an extraordinary young woman lived, worked and performed her original music in New York City. Frustrated by a lack of commercial success, she left Manhattan and in 1974, disappeared entirely, never to be heard from again. In the 2000's, her astounding music was re-discovered and her legacy re-written. The story of Elizabeth Eaton Con…

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Lasting Legacy TV & Tips for an Authentic, Creative Life 57:31

1y ago57:31

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Daphne Maxwell Reid is a trailblazing pioneer with many media firsts to her credit. She was the first black woman on the cover of Glamor Magazine. She and her husband Tim Reid owned the first full service movie studio in Virginia and she is probably best known for her role as Aunt Viv 2.0, alongside Will Smith, the first hip hop artist to star in a…

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How TV Shapes Culture & Why We Needed The Waltons 1:16:45

1y ago1:16:45

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We are exploring the infinite feedback loop between television and society with pop culture historian/author Herbie J Pilato and Eric Scott, who played Ben on The Waltons. Herbie’s newest book is called Retro Active Television: An In-Depth Perspective on Classic TV’s Social Circuitry which includes a forward written by Eric! We hear about Eric's ch…

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Roy Rogers & Dale Evans: A Granddaughter's Love 1:03:04

1y ago1:03:04

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They were the King and Queen of TV westerns but this week’s guest called them, Grandma and Grandpa. Julie Rogers Pomilia’s father Tom was Dale Evans’ son. Roy and Dale were warm and attentive grandparents and Julie had the run of the Double R Bar Ranch as her backyard. In her book, Your Heroes, My Grandparents: A Granddaughter's Love, Julie details…

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Documentary Film & Personal Storytelling 1:08:35

1y ago1:08:35

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We are serving up a film fan's dream discussion, as we plunge deep into the techniques, processes, challenges and craft of documentary filmmaking with two talented creators, Brandon Ogborn and Reed Harkness. Both are captivating storytellers whose productions are based on personal experiences and relationships, exploring the themes of family, commu…

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Stand-Up Comedy Lore & The Golden Age of Entertainment 1:19:14

1y ago1:19:14

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Strap in for the show biz chat sesh of a lifetime: Legendary comedian Tom Dreesen and 80s TV icon Larry Manetti join us for story after story about Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. Smokey Robinson, Tom Selleck, Robert Wagner, Mike Connors, Robert Conrad, David Letterman, Johnny Carson and more! As epic as the stories are the story-tellers. Tom Dreese…

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Jazz Rock Fusion & The American Band That Toured The Soviet Bloc 1:23:06

1y ago1:23:06

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Jazz/Rock Fusion greats Blood, Sweat & Tears were on top of their game in 1970, winning grammies, headlining Woodstock and racking up hit after hit with Spinning Wheel, And When I Die, and You’ve Made Me So Very Happy. And then they ventured behind the Iron Curtain. It was not their idea. Nixon was President. The Viet Nam War raged on and BS & T we…

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Woodstock Memories & Iconic Songwriting featuring Melanie Safka 1:16:07

1y ago1:16:07

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At the dawn of the singer/songwriter era, there was a time when the genre was dominated by men. Then, along came Melanie. With but one minor hit charting at one radio station, she took the stage at Woodstock. Just Melanie. Her guitar and 500,000 peace loving new friends, holding candles in the rain. The experience inspired Melanie’s anthem, Lay Dow…

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