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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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50:30

Around The World with Keith Famie

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2021/08/09

Keith Famie is more than a celebrity chef and star of Survivor season 2. Keith is a powerful documentary filmmaker capturing the realities of dying, the holocaust, cancer and so much more. Keith's discovery of the path he needed to take to be fulfilled will inspire you. Survivor Season 2 contestant, celebrity chef, author, and documentary maker Keith Famie shares some amazing stories of his time on Survivor including the casting process (and how he was almost part of Season 1), fighting with

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52:04

Ed Begley Jr. is Going Green

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2021/08/02

Looking for inspiration on helping make the Earth a better place? Ed Begley Jr. has committed his life to going green and shares simple tips on how you can start on your path to a green life today. I am joined by actor and environmental activist, Ed Begley Jr. Ed is a Golden Globe and seven-time Emmy nominated actor who for decades, has been a champion and educator for causes dedicated to protecting the earth. I had the opportunity to discuss Ed's amazing career and fascinating life as an

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59:02

Carole Baskin Is A Cool Cat

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2021/07/26

Ignore all the faux hype from Tiger King and Tiger King 2. Carole Baskin is an amazing person dedicated to saving big cats. Listen to this episode and you'll walk away understanding how awesome Carole Baskin is. Carole was featured in Netflix's Tiger King and Dancing with the Stars. Carole is an American big-cat rights activist and CEO of Big Cat Rescue, a non-profit animal sanctuary based near Tampa, Florida. We discuss how Carole came to be part of the TV show Tiger King, her work with the Big

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52:14

Michael Campion is Magical on Fuller House

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2021/07/19

From children's theater to starring in one of the biggest shows on Netflix ever (Fuller House) Michael Campion's story is one for anyone that dreamed young and charted their path to success! I am joined by actor Michael Campion. Michael recently starred as Jackson Fuller for five seasons on the hit Netflix series, Fuller House. We dove into Michaels's early love of theater which included appearances in The Wizard of Oz and Annie. Michael and I shared our love for Disney World. We took a stroll

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54:16

Catherine Mary Stewart Is Out Of This World

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2021/07/12

Catherine Mary Stewart ruled the 80's. Whether it be side by side with The Last Starfighter, spending a Weekend at Bernie's, or battling zombies in Night of the Comet. Catherine Mary Stewart's path from dancer to movie superstar is out of this world. Catherine Mary Stewart starred in The Last Starfighter, Night of the Comet, and Weekend at Bernie's. We discussed what led Catherine to act. We chatted about her journey which began landing the lead role in the movie The Apple and a run on Days of Our

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56:26

Steve Bluestein Makes Me Laugh

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2021/07/05

Steve Bluestein converted his childhood pain into a hugely successful comedy career. Steve has been making people laugh for decades. Steve shares insight into his life that set him on his purpose: to make the world laugh. Steve and I discuss his books, comedy, his career, and life in general. We start with a deep dive into the Brady Bunch Variety Hour and the reason there was a 'fake Jan'. We also discuss Joan River's movie Rabbit Test and They Call Me Bruce. Steve shares many stories of the

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51:45

Mark Farner's American Band

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2021/06/28

Mark Farner was an original member of Grand Funk Railroad. The band rose to one of the largest in the world only to realize their manager completely screwed them. Grand Funk rebuilt and eventually Mark's bandmates used deceptive practices as greed crept in to remove him from the band. Mark shares that story and rebuilding as a solo artist. Mark Farner is the legendary all-American frontman and guitarist of Grand Funk Railroad. Mark was the engine that pulled the original Grand Funk Railroad

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58:24

Close Encounters with Jaws and Joe Alves

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2021/06/21

If you love JAWS and Close Encounters of the Third Kind then you love Joe Alves. Joe design the shark and all the visuals we think of when reflecting on those iconic movies. Joe shares an oral history of both movies that will leave you breathless. We're celebrating the 46th anniversary of JAWS with Production Designer/Art Director/Director Joe Alves. Joe joins me for a mind-blowing deep dive into the making of JAWS and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Joe is a recipient of the Art Directors

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44:45

Finding the Funny with Judy Carter

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2021/06/14

Judy Carter is a comedian that dedicated herself to helping others find the funny in them. Do you want to learn to make people laugh? Let Judy be your guide! Judy Carter is an author, comedian, keynote speaker, and entrepreneur. Judy started comedy as a magician in the 1980s and has authored numerous books such as 'The Comedy Bible', 'The New Comedy Bible,' and 'The Message of You.' Judy has been on Oprah and has over 100 television appearances. Today, Judy focuses on helping people find their

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54:01

Steve Stoliar Loves Animal Crackers

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2021/06/07

Steve Stoliar not only met his hero (Groucho Marx) he saved his movie (Animal Crackers) from obscurity. Steve also took a chance and landed a job with Groucho Marx during the last years of his life. Steve documented that amazing experience in a book. We discuss it all and you'll love it. Steve Stoliar is a writer, voice actor, and author. If you love the movie Animal Crackers Steve is responsible for pressuring Universal to spend the money to reacquire the rights after they lapsed and returned to

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38:25

Ed Asner Has Got Spunk

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2021/05/31

Ed Asner grew up in Kansas City. Ed discusses growing up an Orthodox Jew in Kansas City and his path to becoming the iconic actor we all know today. Ed shares regrets, obstacles, and his many successes with me. I am joined by a television legend, winner of eight Emmy Awards, and one of the most respected actors of his generation, Ed Asner. We discuss Ed's book, Son of a Junkman: My Life from the West Bottoms of Kansas City to the Bright Lights of Hollywood in detail. We talk about growing up in

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52:30

Al Jean The Simpsons Showrunner

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2021/05/24

For my ONE YEAR anniversary show I am joined by The Simpsons showrunner, Al Jean. Al discusses how meeting Mike Reiss and joining the Harvard Lampoon changed his life path from doctor to one of the most renowned comedy writers and showrunners in TV history. Al Jean is the executive producer/writer of The Simpsons for 32 years and showrunner for 22 seasons. Prior to The Simpsons Al was a writer for the National Lampoon, The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, Alf, and It's Garry Shandling Show

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55:29

My Ted Alexandro Talk

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2021/05/17

Ted Alexandro is one of the funniest working comedians today. Ted shares his drive to take on social issues and his many comedic successes on Conan, Kimmel, etc. Ted Alexandro and I catch up after working together many years ago at the wonderful Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle! We discuss many topics including Ted's amazing web series "Teachers Lounge" that Ted co-created with Hollis James. We talk about working at watching comedy at the iconic Comedy Cellar in NYC. We discuss Ted's multiple

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40:17

Shannan Wilson is Dynamite

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2021/05/10

Shannan Wilson shares her story on following her dream to act. From commercials to starring roles in Sno Babies and Halston. Shannan is also the author of 'The Littlest Peanut' a book she wrote to help mothers with premature babies help track milestones. Shannan Wilson is an actor, author, and singer! Shannan is the star of Sno Babies (Amazon Prime) a powerful movie that depicts the grim realities of addiction and its effects on families. Sno Babies was supported/supports the Global Recovery

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57:34

Come Aboard With Ted Lange

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2021/05/03

Ted Lange is best known as the most famous bartender in the world: Isaac Washington from The Love Boat. Ted has spent the decades since “Love Boat” as a world-renowned playwright and director, creating over two dozen theatrical works highlighting the lives of forgotten black figures in American history. I am joined by actor, director, and author/playwright, Ted Lange. Ted is best known as the most famous bartender in the world: Isaac Washington. Ted portrayed Isaac on the legendary TV show, 'The

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01:07:00

Non Other Than Jack O'Halloran

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2021/04/26

Many know Jack O'Halloran as Non from Superman I & II but you don't know Jack! Jack discusses his time as a professional boxer and his father and leader of Murder, Inc., Albert Anastasia. The discussion leads us into a deep dive into the JFK Assassination and Jimmy Hoffa. Jack O'Halloran is an actor, boxer, and author. Best known as Kryptonian villain Non the menacing mute and muscle for General Zod in Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980). Jack shares a ton of stories from the set of Superman

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01:16:58

Burt Ward and Robin To The Rescue

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2021/04/19

HOLY 50th EPISODE, BATMAN! Robin himself joins me, Burt Ward. Burt talks about how simply asking for a chance led to the audition of his lifetime. Tons of amazing nostalgic stories await you. Even more impressive is Burt's canine rescue work which has led to Burt saving over 15,000 dogs with his wife. You only know half this hero's story. Burt Ward is an actor, crime fighter, and canine crusader. From Caped Crusader to Canine Crusader we discuss Burt's two amazing origin stories. First, Burt's

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45:59

J Chris Newberg is Live Near Detroit

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2021/04/12

J Chris Newberg talks about following your passion and how he took the comedy world by storm. Moving from Detroit to LA and landing The Tonight Show, Arsenio Hall Show, and what led to his infamous roasting of Piers Morgan on America's Got Talent. J Chris Newberg is a comedian/writer/actor/producer. J Chris Newberg lives in LA but is from Detroit, Michigan. You recognize J Chris from famously roasting Piers Morgan during his time on America's Got Talent. J Chris and I reminisce on our late great

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55:40

Ted Neeley is Jesus Chris Superstar

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2021/04/05

Ted Neeley is everyone's favorite Jesus Christ. Ted shares the amazing story of landing the role of Jesus in the 1973 movie Jesus Christ Superstar. This role changed Ted's life and we discuss in detail what it's meant to him and the world. Ted Neeley, actor/singer, is known best as Jesus Christ from the 1973 movie Jesus Christ Superstar. Ted has also portrayed the role of Jesus Christ in the Jesus Christ Superstar live stage shows countless 1000s times. Ted and I discussed how he landed the role

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53:05

How Art Bell Created Comedy Central

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2021/03/29

Art Bell is responsible for the creation of Comedy Central. A really great story of believing in something until it actually happens. From pitch to constant life support to the powerhouse of laughs it is today. Art shares his journey and the comedy channel's journey with us. Art Bell is a former media executive and author. Art is the author of Constant Comedy the story of how Art started Comedy Central (originally called The Comedy Channel) in 1990, and helped make the fledgling channel a

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