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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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14:27

Christopher Tin

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/05/14

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin, who presents the world premiere of "To Shiver the Sky" tomorrow at The Anthem in Washington D.C. He'll also perform "Baba Yetu," which made him the first composer to win a Grammy Award for scoring a video game in "Civilization IV." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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13:38

Gloria Estefan

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2022/05/13

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Latin music icon Gloria Estefan on three different red carpets in Washington D.C. as GALA Hispanic Theatre stages "On Your Feet" now through June 5. First, you'll hear her at the 2017 Gershwin Prize. Second, you'll hear her at the 2017 Kennedy Center Honors. Third, you'll hear her at the 2019 Gershwin Prize, as well as bonus tributes by Jose Feliciano and Andy Garcia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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39:58

Myles Frost (Part 1)

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2022/05/12

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Myles Frost, who just earned a Tony Award nomination this week for his role as Michael Jackson Broadway's "MJ: The Musical." They discussed his D.C. and Maryland roots from Wootton High School to Bowie State University to playing the King of Pop on Broadway's biggest stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:24

Wynonna Judd (Part 2)

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2022/05/11

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Wynonna Judd, who just canceled Saturday's show at Hollywood Casino in West Virginia after her mother's death the day before The Judds' induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Wynonna called into WTOP three days before the tragedy to discuss her tour, which will continue after the four canceled shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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30:37

GZA of Wu-Tang Clan

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2022/05/10

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with GZA of the Wu-Tang Clan, who performs live at City Winery in Washington D.C. tonight and tomorrow. We discussed his successful rap career from his solo work on "Liquid Swords" to his iconic rap group The Wu-Tang Clan, as well as his love for kung-fu movies, science and screen appearances from "Coffee & Cigarettes" to "Chappelle's Show." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:32

Jesse Eisenberg

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2022/05/09

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with actor Jesse Eisenberg, who made his feature film debut exactly 20 years ago today in "Roger Dodger," sparking a career of memorable roles, from “The Squid & The Whale” to “Zombieland,” from “The Social Network” to “Batman vs. Superman.” They spoke in 2013 when Eisenberg came to Washington D.C. to promote his hit magician flick “Now You See Me." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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00:26:39

The Temptations (Part 2)

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2022/05/08

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley says tomorrow marks the 50th anniversary of The Temptations recording their classic hit “Papa Was a Rollin' Stone” on May 9th, 1972. The lead singer at the time was Dennis Edwards, who replaced David Ruffin as The Temps entered their psychedelic soul era. Jason was fortunate enough to speak with Edwards when the group played D.C.’s Howard Theatre in 2016 — just two years before his death in 2018. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's

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15:32

'Supernanny' Jo Frost

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2022/05/08

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley marks Mother's Day by chatting with Jo Frost, star of Lifetime's "Supernanny." They spoke in May 2020 about parenting at the start of the pandemic, as well as universal tips for all of you moms (and dads). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:50

Jeff Goldblum

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2022/05/06

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Jeff Goldblum, who performs a jazz concert tonight at Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland. They discuss his career from "Nashville" to "The Fly," from "Jurassic Park" to "Independence Day." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:26

Christopher Jackson

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2022/05/06

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with "Hamilton" alum Christopher Jackson, who brings "Freestyle Love Supreme" to the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. on May 10-15. You'll also hear a second chat with Jackson and Thomas Kail during the release of their 2020 Hulu documentary "We Are Freestyle Love Supreme." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:15

Kevin Nealon (Part 1)

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2022/05/05

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with comedian Kevin Nealon, who performs live at the D.C. Comedy Loft on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. They spoke in 2017 when he played the Kennedy Center, breaking down his hilarious career from "Hans & Franz" on "Saturday Night Live" to the "Bull Dance" in "Happy Gilmore." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:07

Susan Egan

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2022/05/05

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with Tony nominee Susan Egan, who performs "Disney Princess: The Concert" at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. on Friday and Saturday. She discusses originating the role of Broadway's Belle in "Beauty and the Beast" and voicing the big-screen role of Meg in Disney's "Hercules." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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31:56

George Lucas

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2022/05/04

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates Star Wars Day on May the 4th by revisiting his red carpet chat with George Lucas at the 2015 Kennedy Center Honors. You'll also hear an in-depth breakdown of the iconic "Star Wars" music by renowned conductor Emil de Cou, who conducted the National Symphony Orchestra tributes to composer John Williams in 2015 and 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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73:32

Lewis Black

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2022/05/03

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with comedian Lewis Black, who performs at the Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. this Friday and Saturday. You'll also hear two additional conversations from 2015 and 2018, discussing his comedy career from the "Back in Black" segments on "The Daily Show" to Pixar's "Inside Out." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:58

Jay Roach

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2022/05/02

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley marks the 25th anniversary of "Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery," which opened nationwide on May 2, 1997. They spoke in 2015 to promote his Dalton Trumbo biopic “Trumbo," while sharing comedy memories of “Austin Powers” and “Meet the Parents.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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18:27

Michael Carbonaro

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2022/05/01

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with magician Michael Carbonaro, who performs live at Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Saturday, May 7. They discuss his rise from watching "Candid Camera" as a kid to creating his own television show "The Carbonaro Effect" on truTV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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17:11

Snarky Puppy

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2022/04/30

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates International Jazz Day with four-time Grammy winner Snarky Puppy. Frontman Michael League called into the radio station when the group played an epic concert with the National Symphony Orchestra Pops at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. in 2017. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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14:32

Jordan Klepper

Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley ·

2022/04/29

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with comedian Jordan Klepper, who hosted the Free Expression Awards last night at The Anthem in Washington D.C. The hilarious “Daily Show” correspondent called into the radio station in 2019 when his TV show “Klepper” premiered on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:01

Joe & Anthony Russo

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2022/04/28

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley celebrates National Superhero Day by discussing the most shocking moment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe — the iconic Thanos snap. He spoke with "Avengers: Infinity War" directors Joe and Anthony Russo a week after the film's release in 2018 to discuss their gutsy decision to have the villain actually win, as well as to reflect on the overall legacy of the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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29:54

Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis

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2022/04/27

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with songwriting and producing duo Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, who will be honored tonight at the Grammys on the Hill event at The Hamilton in Washington D.C. They discuss their prolific career producing iconic albums like "Rhythm Nation 1814" and hit songs like "On Bended Knee." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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