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Hollywood & Levine

Ken Levine - Wave Podcast Network

Hollywood & Levine looks at the world of entertainment, pop culture, screenwriting, and life, and takes none of it seriously. The point is to make you laugh, although useful information might accidentally slip through. Hosted by Emmy-winning writer/baseball announcer/talk show host, Ken Levine, Hollywood & Levine will feature commentary, war stories on Ken’s career (MASH, Cheers, Frasier, Simpsons), interviews, writing advice, movie reviews, snarky award show recaps, tall tales from his

tv & film film interviews

All Episodes

00:32:04

EP327: Meet comedienne Wendy Liebman

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/06/01

The art of stand up comedy is discussed with Wendy Liebman who won the 1996 American Comedy Award for Female Comedian of the Year. She has appeared on THE TONIGHT SHOW, LARRY SANDERS, JIMMY KIMMEL, DAVID LETTERMAN, had her own Showtime specials, and was a semi-finalist on AMERICA’S GOT TALENT. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:30:33

EP326: The WGA Strike

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/05/25

One by one, Ken goes over the many issues the WGA is fighting for and why they’re important. He also gives an overview of the situation and how it might play out. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:25:56

EP325: In honor of James Corden “Signing Off”

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/05/18

Ken wrote a one-act play about a late night host “signing off” that was performed by EST Los Angeles at the Atwater Theatre starring Nick Ullett and Clayton Ferris, directed by Tony Pasquilini. As James Corden exits his late night show, we reprise that play. To be enjoyed anytime of the day. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:30:36

EP324: More with Preston Beckman and the state of TV

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/05/11

As the television business continues to change on a daily basis, longtime media exec, Preston Beckman, gives you an overview of just where things currently stand. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:30:12

EP323: The current (for now) state of Television

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/05/04

Preston Beckman is a longtime media executive who has helped shape what you’ve watched for over 35 years. He’s back to discuss the current state of TV — its evolution, various platforms, and recent developments. Part one of two. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:40:55

EP322: More with Nicholas Meyer

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/04/27

Several movies that Nicholas Meyer directed are spotlighted this week including the incredible story of how STAR TREK II: THE WRATH OF KAHN came together. Oh, and Ken’s film, VOLUNTEERS is also discussed. Great stories from a great guest. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:37:21

EP321: Meet award-winning writer/director, Nicholas...

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/04/20

The multi-talented Nicholas Meyer has written such novels as “the 7% Solution” and has directed such great movies as “Time After Time” and for my money, the single best Star Trek movie — “Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Kahn.” And those are just a few of his many credits. Now he can add “fascinating guest.” More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:25:32

EP320: Ship of Fools

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/04/13

Ken describes the hilarious misadventure of his first family cruise on the floating trailer park that is Carnival cruise lines. It’s an amusing and cautionary tale. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:33:12

EP319: Meet actress/writer Penny Peyser

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/04/06

The ups and downs of being a working actor in Hollywood. Being in one of the funniest movies ever made and being in an Oscar winner despite Robert Redford wanting her off the picture are just two of the many stories this week with Penny Peyser. And she throws in some sonnets! A fun episode to be sure. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:32:25

EP318: Take Two with Director, Pam Fryman

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/03/30

More with one of the top sitcom directors in television, Pam Fryman. Among the topics this week: dealing with actors and notably stars, dealing with showrunners, and directing live television. And how I pulled a prank on NBC while directing my first episode. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:21:08

EP317: Meet Sitcom Director, Pam Fryman

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/03/23

This week and next, Ken talks to one of the premier sitcom directors in television. 34 episodes of FRASIER, 95 episodes of JUST SHOOT ME, and 196 episodes of HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER are just some of her many credits. Learn sitcom directing from one of the masters. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:38:46

EP316: Meet Cool Bobby Backman

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/03/16

Bob Backman is a fascinating guy who lives two lives — a highly respected broadcast executive and a rock n’ roll disc jockey (one of the last). It’s an episode about the value of passion and hustle and how to succeed in any field. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:28:04

EP315: Misadventures in Rewriting

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/03/09

The wild ride that was rewriting JEWEL OF THE NILE starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. It’s a crazy and typical Hollywood story. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:26:44

EP314: More answers to your questions

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/03/02

Ken answers listener questions involving writing, directing, the industry, and more. If you have a question, email it to HollywoodLevine@outlook.com. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:29:41

EP313: Celebrity guests on CHEERS

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/02/23

Many celebrities stepped into the bar. Here are some of the stories about those appearances. Celebs included Johnny Carson, “Data,” Alex Trebek, Ethel Kennedy, Kevin McHale, an Oscar winner, the Speaker of the House, two presidential candidates, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, a future FRIEND and more. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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00:15:49

EP312: Comedy Misdirection

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/02/16

Ken discusses a comedy trope that, if constructed correctly, can result in every sentence getting a laugh. Also included is an example — one of Ken’s ten-minute plays. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:32:30

EP311: Another Free Association Podcast

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/02/09

Ken just riffs about anything. Starting with his thoughts on NIGHT COURT and ending with the Boston Strangler… with stories about TV and radio and whatnot in between. It’s the podcast for people who like variety or have short attention spans. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:31:47

EP310: Getting feedback

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/02/02

Writing 101 is back in session. Ken discusses getting feedback — the who, what, and when of it. Valuable tips for making your script/play/novel/shopping list better. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:25:03

EP309: Location shooting in LA

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/01/26

After a recent Eddie Murphy car chase and crash outside his house, Ken decided to devote an episode to location shooting in Los Angeles. It’s one of the perks and curses of living in LA. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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00:30:38

EP308: I Sang That

Hollywood & Levine ·

2023/01/19

More with session singer, Sally Stevens. Among the topics discussed: touring and writing with Burt Bacharach, thoughts on Karen Carpenter, a great Steven Spielberg story, singing for THE SIMPSONS, twenty years on the Oscars, and singing a duet with Frank Sinatra, which you will hear. More podcasts at WAVE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/artist/wave-podcast-network/1437831426 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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