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Classic Conversations: Pop culture Interviews with Jeff Dwoskin

Take a deep dive into pop nostalgia with us! Pop culture influencers, TV stars, film actors, comedians, and musicians share inspirational stories about the road to success. Insightful conversations that are part comedy/part drama and are always entertaining! If you love classic TV, if you love the movies, if you love film and tv interviews (see where I"m going with this), you"ll love Classic Conversations with your host, comedian, Jeff Dwoskin.

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27:38

Bears and Street Gangs are all Crossing The Streams...

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2022/08/25

Need TV binge suggestions? You've come to the right place. We've got you covered. In this bonus episode we discuss a few great binge suggestions: Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street (from live ep 55) Dying Laughing (from live ep 82) The Bear (from live ep 81) Crossing the Streams originated on this podcast in episodes 8 and 15. My idea was to record friends freely discussing TV shows (and movies) they binge on one of the many, many streaming services we all subscribe to. Jeff Dwoskin is

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52:45

Kato Kaelin Is My Houseguest This Week

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2022/08/22

Right houseguest at the wrong time. Having lived with Nicole Brown Simpson and then OJ Simpson my guest Kato Kaelin found himself smack in the middle of the trial of the century: The OJ Simpson murder trial. My guest, Kato Kaelin and I discuss: DID OJ do it? Growing up in the midwest Ice Wars One Degree of Scandalous (Kato's podcast) Auditioning for Dumb and Dumber Dealing with the trauma of being a key witness in a murder trial Living with Nicole Brown Simpson Many stories leading up to trial and

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26:08

Crossing the Streams Over Broadway (Bonus Ep27) -...

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2022/08/18

Need TV binge suggestions? You've come to the right place. We've got you covered. In this bonus episode we discuss a few great binge suggestions: Bathtubs Over Broadway (from live ep 66) Black Crab (from live ep 67) Barry (from live ep 79) Crossing the Streams originated on this podcast in episodes 8 and 15. My idea was to record friends freely discussing TV shows (and movies) they binge on one of the many, many streaming services we all subscribe to. Jeff Dwoskin is joined by Howard Rosner, Ron

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56:40

Bathtubs Over Broadway with Steve Young from Late...

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2022/08/15

Imagine discovering a lost art form and being able to share it with the world. Steve Young's time with David Letterman turned a bit into a passion that is now immortalized in the documentary, Bathtubs Over Broadway. My guest, Steve Young and I discuss: 25 years as a writer at Late Night with David Letterman Writing for Not Necessarily The News Writing for The Comedy Channel Steve's favorite bits and routines from Letterman The writing process at the Letterman Show Running the monologue for David

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30:05

Crossing the Streams is Out of This World (Bonus...

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2022/08/11

Need TV binge suggestions? You've come to the right place. We've got you covered. In this bonus episode we discuss a few great binge suggestions: The Orville (from live ep 81) Star Trek: Lower Decks (from live ep 82) The Irishman (from live ep 79) Crossing the Streams originated on this podcast in episodes 8 and 15. My idea was to record friends freely discussing TV shows (and movies) they binge on one of the many, many streaming services we all subscribe to. Jeff Dwoskin is joined by Howard

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01:07:29

Sharon Gless is making House Calls with Cagney and Lacey

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2022/08/08

Receiving an accidental laugh in front of the right person paved the way to becoming a contract player at Universal. Sharon Gless shares the story of her life with me as we dive into passages from her memoir, "Apparently There Were Complaints" My guest, Sharon Gless and I discuss: Sharon's memoir, "Apparently There Were Complaints" Sharon's powerful grandparents The accident that changed her life forever Landing the role of Christine Cagney on 'Cagney & Lacey' Landing the role on 'House Calls'

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32:58

Operation Crossing The Streams (Bonus Ep25) - Great...

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2022/08/04

Need TV binge suggestions? You've come to the right place. We've got you covered. In this bonus episode we discuss a few great binge suggestions: Operation Varsity Blues (from live ep 16) This is Us (from live ep 67) Bikram: Yogi, Guru, Predator (from live ep 68) Crossing the Streams originated on this podcast in episodes 8 and 15. My idea was to record friends freely discussing TV shows (and movies) they binge on one of the many, many streaming services we all subscribe to. Jeff Dwoskin is

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58:55

Robbie Rist talks cousin Oliver from The Brady Bunch...

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2022/08/01

How does an actor handle the fact that millions of people blame him for the demise of a beloved show? Robbie Rist and I dive deep into Cousin Oliver Syndrome and the myth that he brought down The Brady Bunch. My guest, Robbie Rist and I discuss: Robbie's domination of "quirky" roles Robbie's love of horror movies that led to his parents bringing him to audition cattle calls that kept landing him jobs Robbie's time as Cousin Oliver on The Brady Bunch Cousin Oliver Syndrome Did Robbie destroy The

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47:27

BJ Tanner Is Taking The Orville to Station 19 then to...

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2022/07/28

When your parents support your dreams anything is possible. As a result, BJ Tanner has cruised the galaxy and at 18yo has a list of credits many only dream of having. My guest, BJ Tanner and I discuss: Breakdancing BJ's first role at 7yo / Will to Live Meeting Ariana Grande His guest roles on Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Ballers, and Sam & Cat His MCU aspirations (BJ wants to be Miles Morales) Advice he received from Damon Wayans His reoccurring role as Tuck on Station 19 and Grey's Anatomy

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01:03:02

Gary Kroeger Goes Behind The Scenes of Saturday Night...

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2022/07/25

Ready to explore early 80s Saturday Night Live? Recruited from the Practical Theater alongside Julia Louis-Dreyfus Gary Kroeger's life changed when tapped to join the cast of Saturday Night Live. Celebrate my 150th episode with Saturday Night Live's Gary Kroeger! My guest, Gary Kroeger and I discuss: Saturday Night Live in the 80s Archie: To Riverdale and Back - Gary was the first live-action Reggie! Witnessing the career explosion of Eddie Murphy Practical Theater Company - being discovered with

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59:45

Examining Comedian Cathy Ladman

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2022/07/21

Having an eating disorder is nothing to laugh at, still, comedian Cathy Ladman turned her personal journey into a one-woman show to share her story to inspire anyone who has never felt good enough. My guest, Cathy Ladman and I discuss: The comedy album that inspired her, Examining Doctors w/Mike Nichols and Elaine May Discovering the power of making people laugh at a very young age Meeting Mike Nichols, being cast in two of his movies, and doing his comedy routine with Cathy The Tonight Show

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46:27

Stranger Things with 010 Christian Ganiere

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2022/07/18

When being an entertainer runs in the family it's never too early to join in. At 1 1/2 years old Christian kicked off his career and at 13yo is celebrating a role in season 4 of Stranger Things. My guest, Christian Ganiere and I discuss: Getting started in the business at a VERY young age Becoming instantly recognizable at 5yo from a Subaru commercial Being the youngest Emmy presenter ever Working with his parents (Mom is a famous writer and dad is a famous director) Working on a soap opera A

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55:23

Important Things with Comedian Joe Starr

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2022/07/14

No stranger to standing ovations Comedian Joe Starr delivers the laughs while staying connected to his old-school roots. In addition to being hilarious Joe is a virtual encyclopedia of comedy knowledge. Get ready to laugh and be amazed by a real comedy star, Joe Starr. My guest, Joe Starr, and I discuss: Jerry Lewis and his role in Joe's life as a mentor Joe's role in 'World Trade Center' and working with director Oliver Stone Working with the lights out (great story!) Vaudville roots The road

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01:07:20

Comedian Robert Klein Still Can't Stop His Leg

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2022/07/11

From busboy at a summer resort at the Catskills Mountains to headlining the famed destination that gave rise to legends like Jerry Lewis, Danny Kaye, Ben Stiller and so many more. A legend and inspiration to countless comedians, Robert Klein crafted his skill and took his place as one of our lifetime's most original and prolific comedians. My guest, Robert Klein, and I discuss: The rise and fall of the Catskills Mountains Robert's documentary 'Still Can't Stop His Leg' The documentary Robert

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46:07

The Many Voices of Jim Meskimen

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2022/07/07

Digging deep into your talents and charting your path is no easy task and sometimes you just have to let your own voice be your guide. My guest is Jim Meskimen. Jim is a talented actor, improviser, and voice artist. During our interview we discuss the following: Having a famous mom. Marion Ross is Jim's mom! Yes, Mrs. C from Happy Days How Jim knows Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Being very popular in Australia Jim's one-person show: Jimpressions Jim's celebrity impressions video went viral and

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55:30

You Will Be Silent For My Interview with Peter Macon...

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2022/07/04

Creating a character under layers and layers of make-up that the audience can connect with on every emotional level is no small feat but Peter Macon makes it look effortless. Actor, Peter Macon is currently the second officer aboard The Orville the absolutely fantastic space dramedy by Seth MacFarlane. Peter portrays Moclan, Lt. Commander Bortus. During my interview with Peter Macon we discuss: Fan response to the show The upside and downside of transforming into a character which has led to

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27:45

The Golden Hour of Crossing The Streams (Bonus Ep24)...

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2022/06/30

Need TV binge suggestions? You've come to the right place. We've got you covered. In this bonus episode we discuss a few great binge suggestions: The Golden Hour (from live ep 19) What We Do In The Shadows (from live ep 47) Royal Family (from live ep 66) Crossing the Streams originated on this podcast in episodes 8 and 15. My idea was to record friends freely discussing TV shows (and movies) they binge on one of the many, many streaming services we all subscribe to. Jeff Dwoskin is joined by

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59:20

Stuart Pankin is Not Necessarily Delivering the News...

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2022/06/27

Teachers can change your lives. Auditioning for a play and being mentored by a teacher created a love of theater that led to a lifetime career of acting for Stuart Pankin. Stuart Pankin joins me to talk about Not Necessarily The News the hit HBO show that was the predecessor to the Daily Show and all other news parody programs. Stuart provides some amazing behind-the-scenes insights into the making of the hit show where he portrayed Bob Charles. We also discuss Stuart's amazing contribution to Curb

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49:54

Discussing Rock n Roll Fantasy Camp, Rock Camp: The...

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2022/06/23

Music brings us all back. Songs, bands, and concerts all stick in our souls and become a part of who we are. Rock n Roll memories are the DNA of what David Fishof brings to this world. From packing shows in the Catskills Mountains to creating what I consider the most fantastic tour of all time: The Monkees 20th Anniversary Tour. David Fishof knows how to tap into what gets us tapping our feet. David created The Dirty Dancing Tour, formulated the idea for the Ringo Starr All Starr Band, and toured

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01:05:12

Jay Kogen talks about The Simpsons, Mike Myers,...

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2022/06/20

At the beginning of The Simpsons, there was Jay Kogen. Hear about transitioning The Simpsons from The Tracey Ullman Show into a blockbuster weekly cartoon series. Jay Kogan is an executive producer, writer, actor, and director who has worked on such shows as The Tracey Ullman Show, Simpsons, Malcolm in the Middle, and Frazier. He won an Emmy for his work on Fraser. Jay and I discuss his early inspirations which included his writer and Emmy award-winning father, Arnie Kogen. We discuss working on

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