Best SomewhereinVegas Podcasts (2024)

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Nerd Halen's Caleb Rapoport & Comedian Courtney Cronin Dold 42:20

2y ago42:20

42:20

The rock and comedy connection is here, Courtney Cronin Dold is an accomplished comedian and writer and her current project has been working with rock stars to turn their stories into comedy gold. One of the few true Van Halen tribute artists with the band's blessing, Nerd Halen has taken the legendary songs in an entertaining direction. Both will …

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Filmmaker Thomas Verrette on His "Zero Gravity" Documentary 20:58

2+ y ago20:58

20:58

Thomas Verrette took a little over a month to cover a life changing competition. Middle schoolers from across the country were competing to code satellites aboard the International Space Station and Thomas was there to tell the stories of these students with many differing backgrounds. The contest hopes to inspire students not only to reach for the…

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Folm Producer and Director Michael Blevins 27:50

2+ y ago27:50

27:50

Having worked heavily behind the scenes and creating his own lighting company, Michael Blevins has started to create his own visions. The L.A. based producer has used his former hometown of Kansas City for many of his movies, including the already released "Digging to Death" and the upcoming "The Devil Comes to Kansas City". We talk to Blevins on h…

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Rapper and Entrepreneur Lil Litty 10:51

2+ y ago10:51

10:51

Having sold lemonade at the age of 12, Lil Litty has expanded his empire into music and clothing. Litty made his way into the rap scene with "Lemonade Juice" and this past year, his video for "Paint" has reached over 100,000 views on youtube. We talked to Lil Litty about his clothes, music, and producing music videos.…

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Stevee Wellons from Soulful Femme 35:03

3y ago35:03

35:03

The Pittsburgh scene is once again open and Soulful Femme has already entertaining audiences prior to their new release "It Is Well With My Soul." The 12 track R & B and soul album has been getting rave reviews from critics. We talk to half of the duo Stevee Wellons about producing the album, her influences, and coming back to performing.…

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"Sergio Mendes & Friends" Producer and Director John Scheinfeld 24:35

3y ago24:35

24:35

Coming off two critically acclaimed documentaries "The U.S. Vs. John Lennon" and "Herb Alpert Is…", producer and director John Scheinfeld l’s newest project features another legend in the music scene. Sergio Mendes is known for bringing Bossa Nova from his native Brazil to the U.S. and then the world. His music has influenced musicians for over fiv…

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Producer Steven Hellmann 26:07

3y ago26:07

26:07

A brilliant cast come together for a film that explores societal pressures of millennial culture in "Taking the Fall" which is available on Apple TV and Amazon. Writer/Producer Steven Hellmann's first film tells the story of recently released Tyler, who was serving six years in jail for procession of marijuana. He is soon welcomed back by his old c…

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Hip Hop Artist Nomad N3lson 23:40

3y ago23:40

23:40

As things are starting to open us, Nomad N3lson is already performing live again. The Boston based Hip Hop artist is touring the region in promotion of his new album "Sorry in Advance" and is getting ready to release new material. Sourcing beats from around the world, Nomad is always looking for inspiration to take his game to another level. We tal…

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Indie Rock Artist Nouhi's Nomad 23:32

3y ago23:32

23:32

Having played instruments since he was young, Nouhi's Nomad soon branched out from classical music to indie rock. Having graduated from the prestigious Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York, his music brings not only his knowledge or rock and classical music, but percussion from Iran and the middle east. W…

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Country Artist John Vento 24:45

3y ago24:45

24:45

After a literal changing of his voice, John Vento has shifted gears with his new project. With the task of producing and releasing a song a month, Vento's "Brick by Brick" album is building from the ground up. He has several singles out already, including "New Mexico Way" with an accompanying music video, Vento's voice grew deeper in the past few y…

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Alternative Folk Artist Zach Mac 18:13

3y ago18:13

18:13

Zach Mac has been busy the past year as he made his time during the pandemic count. Mac put out two albums, “HtTHCxDREAMZ” and "Paranormal Frequency" in the past few months with "Phazes" coming out in mid-April. He also has a band "The Sircus" which itself is working on material. We talked to Mac about his writing process, producing in house, and t…

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EDM Artist Amadeo 17:46

3y ago17:46

17:46

A Marine Corp vet, Amadeo Ordonez soon pursed his love of music to the the Los Angeles Film & Recording School and gained an education in his new love of Electric Dance Music. His single "Fall Through" came out in 2020 with his follow up "Denver in Slow Motion" just released to critical praise. He will soon be making the rounds in Los Angeles and L…

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Pop Performer Halle Abadi 20:04

3y ago20:04

20:04

Having grown up on popular music, R & B, and blue eyed soul, Halle Abadi has created her own signature sound mixing music no only from the United State but around the world including the Middle East and Latin America. Her new singles "Salvador" and "‘Fault Lines" are already making an impact to fans across the world and in her home state of Arizona…

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Country Artist Gary Pratt 23:39

3y ago23:39

23:39

After a successful Christmas album in 2018, Gary Pratt's new album is work of brotherly love. After Pratt's brother died a few years ago, he started to write songs for his new album "Something Worth Remembering". The album, which will be out for release March 26th, includes 11 tracks with the single "A Song You Can Drink a Beer To" already out for …

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Gospel Artist Zack Landry 19:33

3y ago19:33

19:33

New Orleans knows how to comeback. From Katrina to the pandemic shutdown, the city always finds ways to recover. Same can be said of Zack Landry. The Louisiana native was displaced during Katrina, but was able to turn his move to Dallas into a positive, writing and recording songs. After several albums and a three year hiatus from recording, the Go…

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Country Artist Pamela Hopkins 39:56

3y ago39:56

39:56

From piano bars to shooting for the stars, Pamela Hopkins has been entertaining people for years. Having started recording music early in life, she took a break and ultimately found her passion for music learning piano and dueling it out in local Little Rock bars. With renewed bigor, she started releasing music again and has had several singles inc…

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Director Li Dong 25:19

3y ago25:19

25:19

Courtroom drama meets academics in "Stealing School". Rookie director Li Dong wrote and produced the movie set in a Canadian University which is a great character study and plot twists galore. We talked to Dong about his inspirations for the film, casting the talented actors in it, and the production scene in Toronto.…

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Singer/Songwriter Rachele Royale 24:49

3y ago24:49

24:49

Even those the stages are closed doesn't mean Rachele Royale hasn't been busy. The sing, songwriter, and dancer has released several singles, including her newest "Diamondz" and has a music video out for "Please Her". She is also working with other artists including up and coming star Vella, who has recorded several of Royale's songs for her new al…

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"Rage" Director John Balazs 41:56

3y ago41:56

41:56

The Australian thriller "Rage" takes an intriguing look at relationships and retaliation. In the movie, a violent home invasion leaves mild-mannered husband Noah (Matt Theo) in a coma and his wife Madeline (Hayley Beveridge) deeply traumatized, Noah awakens to find out that one of the attackers is still on the loose. As Noah and the nearly-desponde…

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"Alice Fades Away" Actress Ashley Shelton and Director Ryan Bliss 50:08

3y ago50:08

50:08

"Alice Fades Away" is now available on video on demand and critics are raving. Ashley Shelton's portrayal of the titular character is a tour-de-force with director Ryan Bliss's story of trauma and search for redemption garnering buzz among film fans in this intense thriller. We talk to star Ashley Shelton about preparing, playing, and reactions to …

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"Antarctica" Director Keith Bearden 29:45

3y ago29:45

29:45

Director Keith Bearden takes a comedic look at high school through the eyes of two female friends in "Antarctica". Life-long friends Kat and Janet see their senior year and the relationship turn upside down with Kat's sudden popularity and misfit Janet is put on strange medication for her “bad behavior.” Chaos ensues in this comedy, which has fans …

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The Rock Band Shiffley 32:18

3y ago32:18

32:18

Shiffley has quickly climbing the charts and if you are a reality show fan you may have already heard their music. Their songs were featured in shows like "Teen Mom" and "Tiny House Nation", but their fan base are mainly from their roots in the New York band scene. Although Covid has sidelined their live performances, Shiffley has been busy making …

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Singer/Songwriter Larry Jay 20:48

3y ago20:48

20:48

Coming off a worldwide hit with "Wow", Larry Jay is on a roll. His second new single of 2021, "2 New Girlfriends" is already getting rave reviews with the fans, and all this after just recovering from heart surgery. We talked to Jay about his inspirations for songs, his unique style writing style, and hos upcoming porjects.…

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Country Artist Piper Smith 23:58

3y ago23:58

23:58

Piper Smith is a true inspiration in a lot of ways. Not only working with troubled teens, Smith is a talented country artist. Having gone viral on Tik Tok, she was inspired her to write the song "Strong Woman" as a tribute to the creator of the board game "Monopoly". The single is out now with rave reviews. We talked to Smith about her writing proc…

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Rap Group Yo Majesty 22:37

3y ago22:37

22:37

Starting out in the rap scene in Florida in the beginning of the millennia, Yo Majesty went from local clubs to touring the world. They have not only crossed gender lines, but became a voice for the LGBTQ community. After being inactive for a few years, the group is back for their new album “Return Of The Matriarch". We talk to the duo about their …

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Rocker Davy Williamson 30:08

3+ y ago30:08

30:08

Having been in many puck and rock bands throughout his career, Davy Williamson has gained experience in playing a multitude of instruments and perfecting his producing chops. Now a solo artist, Williamson has a hot new single, "Thin Disguise". He is also releasing an EP which will be released in February. We talk to Williamson about his song produc…

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Legendary Bassist Leland Sklar 26:05

3+ y ago26:05

26:05

Legendary bassist Leland Sklar has been a session musician for a who's who of music. From Barbara Streisand to Reba, from Dolly Parton to Rick Springfield and beyond, he has played all genres of rock. Before the pandemic, he was the concert bassist for Phil Collins. We talk to Leland about his new coffee table photo book, his innovative bass, and w…

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Country Artist Kimberly Dawn on new Christmas Single 24:51

3+ y ago24:51

24:51

Returning from our interview earlier this year, Kimberly Dawn has been busy in 2020. After her follow up to her single "Nashville", she hit the charts again with "1989". Her third single is just in time for the holiday season - "Christmas Wish". We talk to Dawn about her Christmas traditions, her affinity for Christmas music, and her streaming conc…

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Singer/Songwriter Justin Patterson from Ten Penny Gypsy 25:53

3+ y ago25:53

25:53

A chance meeting at a songwriters symposium formed a country duo who are hitting the charts internationally. Justin Patterson and Laura Lynn Danley created Ten Penny Gypsy three years ago and have since won awards with their first album has recorded their follow-up "Fugitive Hearts" which will be available this week. We talk to Patterson about his …

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Acting Legend and Interviewer Ron Russell 36:53

3+ y ago36:53

36:53

Having worked in show business for decades, Ron Russell has shared the screen with Lauren Bacall, Elizabeth Taylor, Tony Curtis, and Bette Davis just to name a few. Still working as an actor, he also the host of the successful "The Jimmy Star Show with Ron Russell" the #1 Webshow in the world with 4.5 million weekly viewers/listeners. We talk to Ru…

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Rock Artist Mauri Dark 23:19

3+ y ago23:19

23:19

Having been in several rock and metal bands in Europe for several decades, Mauri Dark faced a literal change of tone. After years of yelling, his voice lowered, and his baritone burr has created a unique sound for his new album "Dreams of a Middle Aged Man". Through tragedy, loss, love, and hope, the album is a storybook of Dark's life in the past …

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"Wisecrackin" Show Producer Angie McMahon 38:58

3+ y ago38:58

38:58

An instructor at the legendary Second City in Chicago, Angie McMahon has kept herself busy throughout the pandemic. Having several irons in the fire, her biggest is a weekly comedic game show "Wisecrackin" which pits comedians against each other with a social media audience being the ultimate judge. We talk to McMahon about the concept of the show,…

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Rewind - Heather Langenkamp from "Nightmare on Elm Street" 47:52

3+ y ago47:52

47:52

We head back ten years ago with our interview with Heather Langenkamp, who is best known as Nancy from "A Nightmare on Elm Street." Langenkamp and her husband David LeRoy Anderson were promotion their "Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy" documentary and gave us insights into their special effects business. We also took calls from a few fans. …

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SWIV Rewind - "American Chopper" Mikey Tutle and "Survivorman" Les Stroud 29:54

3+ y ago29:54

29:54

We hit the Discovery Channel on this rewind. Survival expert, filmmaker and musician, Les Stroud is a pioneer in "reality survival" television with his hit show "Survivorman". On his own for the show with no camera crew or production staff, he went to distant locations to try to tackle worst case scenarios. We talked to Les about his most dangerous…

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Singer HeisTheArtist 18:00

3+ y ago18:00

18:00

Inspired by God, HeisTheArtist is ready for the holiday season with his new single "Holly Jolly". Raised in Islip, New York, HeisTheArtist was originally a signed R&B singer but after hearing a sermon by Bishop TD Jakes, he decided to turn his music toward Neo-soul. He finds his inspiration through medication and prayer. We talked to the singer bou…

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Darren Michael Boyd 26:50

3+ y ago26:50

26:50

A maestro with a guitar, Darren Michael Boyd has brought back instrumental rock back to life with his new album "Wonders of the Invisible World". A follow-up to his debut "Lifting The Curse", Boyd found time during the pandemic to write new tracks, which plays like a story without words with mystical riff that will haunt you in a good way. We talk …

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R & B Singer Hollis Jordan 27:20

3+ y ago27:20

27:20

A Detroit native, Hollis Jordan has had a whirlwind of a year. After reconnecting with his singing talent on the streets, it didn't take long for the former choir singer to be discovered and built his own recording studio to not only produce his work but other Detroit artists. His current single, "Runaway" is out now on wherever you get your music.…

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"Big Sky" Actress Dedee Pfeiffer 22:14

3+ y ago22:14

22:14

An accomplished actress on tv and movies, DeDee Pfeiffer is returning to performing in the upcoming ABC show "Big Sky". Having been a series regular on "Cybill" and sharing the screen with Oscar winners Michael Douglas and Al Pacino, Pfeiffer took some time off to get her college degree. We talked to Pfeiffer on her new role, working in a "Covid bu…

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Rock Filmmaker Jon Brewer Talks Chuck Berry Documentary 45:46

3+ y ago45:46

45:46

Having worked with rock and roll royalty throughout his career, Jon Brewer has become a storyteller, having produced several documentaries including the critically acclaimed "B.B. King: The Life of Riley". His new documentary "Chuck Berry: The Original King of Rock and Roll" takes an unprecedented look at the legend with interviews with some of the…

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Recording Artist Shayne Cook 28:09

3+ y ago28:09

28:09

The Australian musician and songwriter Shayne Cook is making waves across the world. Having a top selling iTunes single in South Africa, Cook has a nine song album which is his debut after committing full time to music. We talk to cook about his writing process, the music scene in Australia, and taking the leap to make music his career.…

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Best Selling Author Chuck Tabb 32:58

3+ y ago32:58

32:58

Having written several novels from dramatic coming of age to detective, Chuck Tabb has a talent to entertain. The former educator rekindled his passion and found critical acclaim with his debut novel "Floating Twigs". He is in the middle of a three book series, having release two books with the protagonist Tony Pantera. We talk to Tabb about his wr…

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Singer/Songwriter Simon Lunche 40:33

3+ y ago40:33

40:33

The California Bay area has always had talented artist and the recent scene is no different. Simon Lunche has just released his new album "Never Knew The Night" and his recent single "Grace", which has gain traction among music fans across the planet. We talked to Lunche about his writing process, and his love of guitars.…

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Songwriter and Recording Artist Robert Wagner 40:46

3+ y ago40:46

40:46

Having produced over 11 albums with his band Little Wretches, Robert Wagner has grown as an artist. An icon in indie folk rock, his lyrics are a glimpse into the emotional history of humanity and uses characters and storytelling to pull at your heart strings and put a smile on your face. We talked to Wagner about his journey into music, his evoluti…

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Musician David Sprague of Psychopath Etiquette 22:58

3+ y ago22:58

22:58

Native Mainers, David and Paul Sprague have been working towards their dream of music for over a decade and in 2019 started Psychopath Etiquette. The band recently released their new album "Rough Draft" with their single "When Anxieties Attack" reaching the iTunes chards in South Africa. We talk to David about producing the album and his thoughts o…

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Actress Laurene Landon 28:53

3+ y ago28:53

28:53

Having worked with several A-lost celebrities on their way up, Laurene Landon was a staple of 80's B-movies culture. With a career spanning over 4 decades, she has found a renaissance with newer directors and found critical acclaim on the independent movie scene. We talk to Landon about her movies, experiences on the set, and reading lines with the…

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Best Selling Author and Travel Nurse Ankit Shukla 23:52

3+ y ago23:52

23:52

Having travel across the United States and working at various hospitals, Ankit Shukla has seen the helath care system in action. The Nevada native always dreamed of journeying and as a nurse, had the opportunity not only to have adventures outside the office but to meet people of all walks of life. We talk to Shukla about working the current crisis…

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Rock Prodigy Rocky Kramer 32:31

3+ y ago32:31

32:31

Originally from Norway, Rocky Kramer was born to rock. With his parents both musicians, the classically trained musician came from violin to the electric guitar and from concert halls to rocking bars. His new album, "Firestorm" tells an incredible story and features parts of his musical past and present. We talk to Kramer about his career and inspi…

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Director and Stuntman John Stewart and "Juliana" Lead Singer Madeleine Kaye 52:15

3+ y ago52:15

52:15

A man of many talents, John Stewart went from being a popular stuntman in Hollywood to one of the predominate action directors during the 80's. He was also behind the camera for the ever popular "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" tv show. His current music project has him teaming up with talented musical stage actress Madeleine Kaye for a Latin music b…

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SWIV Rewind - Paige Hemmis from "Extreme Makeover Home Edition" and Sportscaster Bonnie Jill Laflin 39:08

3+ y ago39:08

39:08

Two women making waves in male dominated professions are highlighted in our rewind. Bonnie-Jill Laflin became the first female NBA scout and assistant general managers of the Lakers' developmental team, the Los Angeles D-Fenders. We talked about her looking for talent and being a part of the sports world. Well known designer Paige Hemmis became a h…

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"The Tax Collector" Actress Cheyenne Hernandez 35:30

3+ y ago35:30

35:30

Through hardship and hard work, Cheyenne Hernandez has come into her own in Hollywood. Her breakout roll this past summer in "The Tax Collector" has people buzzing and has already gotten offers for more projects. It hasn't been easy as through family tragedy and starting at homeless in Hollywood has proved her tenacity to reach her dreams. We talke…

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