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Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley

Hosted by Jason Fraley

Host Jason Fraley picks the brains of the most influential filmmakers, musicians and artists of our time in the new podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley!” Based in the nation"s capital, Jason has interviewed just about every famous figure you can imagine: Aretha Franklin, Carol Burnett, Jon Stewart, Barry Jenkins, Lin-Manuel Miranda, the list is endless! Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. (Royalty-Free Theme Music: Scott Buckley"s "Clarion")

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17:15

Kenny Loggins

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/06/01

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Kenny Loggins, who brings "Still Alright: An Intimate Evening of Stories & Songs" to Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, June 7. They discuss his career from Loggins & Messina to movie soundtracks like "Caddyshack," "Footloose" and "Top Gun," as his song "Danger Zone" returns for the new blockbuster sequel "Top Gun: Maverick." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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26:31

Dan Mirvish

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2022/05/31

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Slamdance Film Festival founder Dan Mirvish about his new film "18 1/2," which makes its Washington D.C. premiere tomorrow night at the Landmark E Street Cinema. The film imagines what happened to the 18 1/2-minute gap in Richard Nixon's infamous Watergate tapes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:48

Randy Couture

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2022/05/30

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with UFC Hall of Famer Randy Couture to mark the 25th anniversary of his first UFC match on May 30, 1997. They spoke in 2015 when Couture visited the studio with fitness expert Fairfax Hackley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:53

Gary Sinise (Part 1)

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2022/05/29

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Gary Sinise, who co-hosts the National Memorial Day Concert this Sunday on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. They discuss this year's lineup and the legacy of his character Lt. Dan in "Forrest Gump." You'll also hear their 2016 chat when his Lt. Dan Band played the G.I. Film Festival at Howard Theatre in D.C. and performed privately at Walter Reed. (Them Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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14:19

Mara Wilson

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2022/05/28

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with "Matilda" star Mara Wilson as "Matilda: The Musical" hits the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, Virginia this weekend. They spoke in 2016 about her memoir "Where Am I Now?" for child-star memories of "Mrs. Doubtfire," "Miracle on 34th Street" and "Matilda." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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15:32

Tony Khan

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/27

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with All Elite Wrestling President & C.E.O. Tony Khan about the big "Double or Nothing" pay-per-view event Sunday night in Las Vegas. They discuss the main event of Hangman Adam Page vs. CM Punk for the world title, as well as The Hardyz vs. Young Bucks for the tag titles, Chris Jericho's team vs. Bryan Danielson's team, and the finals of the Owen Hart Cup Tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:23

Yes

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/26

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley mourns the death of longtime Yes drummer Alan White by reviving this 2020 conversation with Yes frontman Jon Anderson. They break down the Hall of Fame band's biggest hits from "Roundabout" to "Owner of a Lonely Heart," the latter of which featured White's signature drums. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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12:42

Doris Kearns Goodwin (Part 1)

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/26

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin, who executive produces the new two-part documentary "Theodore Roosevelt" on The History Channel on Monday and Tuesday. They discuss Teddy Roosevelt's legacy from labor policies to conservation efforts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:05

Jay Leno (Part 1)

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/25

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Jay Leno to mark the 30th anniversary of Leno taking over for Johnny Carson as host of "The Tonight Show" on May 25, 1992. They spoke in 2017 when Leno performed a live standup gig at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C., discussing his favorite guests, his interview approach and his thoughts on David Letterman, Conan O'Brien and Jimmy Fallon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:02

Savion Glover

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/25

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates National Tap Dance Day with a conversation with Savion Glover, whom The New York Times called "the greatest tap dance who has ever lived." They spoke in 2018 when he brought his production of “All FuNK'd Up” to the historic National Theatre in Washington D.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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40:46

Del McCoury

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/24

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with bluegrass legend Del McCoury, who brings the 14th annual Delfest music festival back to Cumberland, Maryland this Thursday through Sunday. We discussed his journey from hearing Earl Scruggs' banjo as a teenager to joining Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Boys, then forming The Del McCoury Band and being invited to join the Grand Ole Opry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:57

Lalah Hathaway

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/23

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with five-time Grammy winner Lalah Hathaway, who leads an NSO Pops tribute to Joni Mitchell at the Kennedy Center on Wednesday and Thursday. We discussed her journey from growing up the daughter of soul legend Donny Hathaway to her acclaimed collaborations with Snarky Puppy, Robert Glasper, Snoop Dogg and Kendrick Lamar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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19:17

Tina Fabrique

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/22

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Tina Fabrique, who stars in "Marys Seacole" at Mosaic Theatre in Washington D.C. now through May 29. They also discuss her career highlights like singing the theme song for TV's "Reading Rainbow." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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27:02

Alex Garland

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/21

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with filmmaker Alex Garland, whose new movie sci-fi/horror flick "Men" opens in movie theaters this weekend. They spoke in 2015 during the release of his sci-fi thriller "Ex Machina," as well as writing "The Beach," "28 Days Later" and even a preview of "Annihilation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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39:03

Hal Linden

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/20

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Hal Linden to mark the 40th anniversary of TV's "Barney Miller" airing its series finale on May 20, 1982. They spoke in 2017 when Linden starred in Arthur Miller's play "The Price" at Arena Stage in Washington D.C. to reflect on his iconic career on stage and screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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24:54

Kool and the Gang

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/19

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Robert "Kool" Bell, founder of Kool & The Gang, who perform live at Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia on Friday, June 3. They discuss the group's biggest hits, including "Jungle Boogie," "Ladies' Night," "Get Down On It," "Celebration," "Fresh" and "Cherish." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:37

John Turturro

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/18

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with John Turturro on the 30th anniversary of his directorial debut "Mac" winning the Golden Camera at the Cannes Film Festival on May 18, 1992. They spoke in 2014 about Turturro directing himself in "Fading Gigolo," his admiration for "Midnight Cowboy," and his prolific acting career from "Do the Right Thing" to "Quiz Show." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:37

Alfre Woodard

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/17

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with screen legend Alfre Woodard, who hosts the inaugural gala for the John & Lilian Miles Lewis Foundation tonight at The Hamilton Hotel in Washington D.C. They also discuss her prolific career with four Emmys, including"Hill Street Blues" and "L.A. Law," and films like "12 Years a Slave." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:45

Ana Gasteyer

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/17

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Ana Gasteyer as tomorrow marks the 20th anniversary of her final episode of "Saturday Night Live." They spoke in 2016 when she came home to Washington D.C. for a special concert at Arena Stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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20:16

Santino Fontana

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/16

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Tony Award winner Santino Fontana, who joins Bernadette Peters in paying tribute to Carol Burnett tonight at Signature Theatre's Sondheim Award Gala at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia. They discuss his creative journey from Disney's "Frozen" to Broadway's "Tootsie." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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