The Mark Joseph Show

00:51:11

Hideo Kimura on Playing Japan’s Prime Minister in...

The Mark Joseph Show ·

2026/10/05

In this new episode of the Making REAGAN series, Mark Joseph sits down with actor Hideo Kimura, who portrayed Japanese Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone in REAGAN. Hideo shares the extensive research he undertook to prepare for the role, including studying Nakasone’s speeches and mannerisms, and reflects on the historic friendship between Ronald Reagan and Nakasone that helped strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance during the Cold War.The conversation also explores Hideo’s remarkable personal journey,

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01:41:52

Dana Rohrabacher: The Man Who Camped Out In Ronald...

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2026/10/02

Former Congressman and Reagan White House speechwriter Dana Rohrabacher joins Mark Joseph for a remarkable firsthand look at Ronald Reagan—from camping out in Reagan’s backyard as a young supporter to eventually joining him in the White House. Rohrabacher shares personal stories about the man behind the presidency, Reagan’s relationship with Nancy, his faith and character, life inside the White House speechwriting shop, and the lessons he learned from years at Reagan’s side.Rohrabacher also tells

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00:43:17

Alan Dershowitz: A Liberal Icon Whose Party Left Him...

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2026/09/30

Legendary attorney and Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz joins Mark Joseph for a new conversation about his political journey, why he left the Democratic Party, his relationship with President Donald Trump, his support for Israel, and his lifelong commitment to free speech and civil liberties. Dershowitz also reflects on teaching future political leaders including Barack Obama, Ted Cruz and Elena Kagan, his views on the Supreme Court, and his experiences representing controversial clients.The

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01:20:49

Paul Kengor on Writing The Crusader, The Book Behind...

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2026/09/29

Historian and bestselling author Paul Kengor joins the Making REAGAN series to discuss his book The Crusader: Ronald Reagan and the Fall of Communism, the book that inspired the creation of the REAGAN Movie. Kengor recounts years of research into Reagan’s handwritten letters, speeches, childhood, religious beliefs and relationships with figures including Bill Clark and Pope John Paul II, revealing what he believes many traditional accounts of Reagan have overlooked.Kengor discusses more about the

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00:54:37

Ed Meese: 30 Years at Ronald Reagan’s Side (Ep. 53)

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2026/09/25

Former U.S. Attorney General Edwin Meese sits down with Mark for a deeply personal conversation in the Making REAGAN series about Ronald Reagan, the man Meese knew and served for decades. From their first meeting after Reagan was elected governor of California to the White House and the final years of Reagan’s life, Meese offers a rare firsthand portrait of the man behind the public image—his character, humor, management style, relationship with Nancy Reagan, political instincts, and the qualities

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00:23:05

George Shultz: Working With Ronald Reagan & the End...

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2026/09/24

Former Secretary of State George Shultz sat down with Mark Joseph for a remarkable conversation about President Ronald Reagan, the Cold War and the historic Reykjavik summit with Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev. Shultz recalled the disappointment of coming tantalizingly close to a sweeping nuclear agreement and shared what he witnessed personally about Reagan’s convictions, negotiating style and leadership.Shultz also reflected on his relationship with Ronald and Nancy Reagan, his experiences with

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00:48:08

Pat Boone: The Ronald Reagan He Knew & The Remarkable...

The Mark Joseph Show ·

2026/09/22

Pat Boone knew Ronald Reagan long before he became president. In this episode of the Making Reagan series, Boone joins producer Mark Joseph to share remarkable firsthand stories from a friendship that began when their children attended school together in California and continued through Reagan’s years as governor, president and beyond.Boone recalls supporting Reagan when few in Hollywood believed he could win, private conversations and phone calls from the White House, Reagan’s Christian faith, and

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00:55:50

Sean McNamara: Disney, Soul Surfer & Bringing REAGAN...

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2026/09/18

REAGAN director Sean McNamara joins producer Mark Joseph for a revealing conversation in the Making REAGAN series about the extraordinary journey behind the film—and the new Director’s Cut. McNamara shares how his very first job in show business put him at Ronald Reagan’s inauguration, only to find himself decades later directing Dennis Quaid as Reagan. He takes us behind the scenes of filming during COVID, working with Quaid, Jon Voight and Penelope Ann Miller, shooting at the real Reagan Ranch and

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00:49:02

Robert Peters: An Actor’s Life And Playing Reagan’s...

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2026/09/18

Actor and filmmaker Robert Peters joins Mark Joseph for a behind-the-scenes conversation in the Making REAGAN series about his life as an actor in Hollywood and playing Secret Service agent Jerry Parr, recreating the dramatic 1981 assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan. Peters shares the remarkable story of Parr—the agent whose split-second decision to take Reagan to the hospital instead of the White House helped save the president’s life—and talks about researching and portraying a man he

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01:01:18

Mike Curb: His Life in Politics, The Record Business...

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2026/09/17

Music legend, former California Lieutenant Governor, and longtime Ronald Reagan friend Mike Curb joins Mark Joseph for an extraordinary conversation in the Making REAGAN series about a side of Reagan few people have ever heard about. Curb recounts traveling with Reagan during the 1976 presidential campaign, helping finance the pivotal North Carolina effort that kept his candidacy alive—and even sitting in cars with Reagan writing songs together. One of those collaborations ultimately became “Start

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01:00:44

Kevin Sorbo: From Hercules to Reagan & The Future of...

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2026/09/15

In this new episode in the Making REAGAN series, renowned actor Kevin Sorbo sits down with Mark for a conversation about appearing in REAGAN as the pastor who helped shape the young Ronald Reagan, along with his remarkable journey through Hollywood—from growing up in Minnesota and breaking into acting to becoming an international star as Hercules.Sorbo shares behind-the-scenes stories from Hercules, working with Hollywood legends including Anthony Quinn, the rise of faith-based films like God’s Not

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00:57:49

Wayne Grudem: Why Christians Shouldn’t Separate Faith...

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2026/09/11

Renowned theologian and author Wayne Grudem joins Mark Joseph for a wide-ranging conversation about faith, politics, and the role Christians should play in public life. Grudem discusses his support for Donald Trump as well as advice he would give him, his disagreements with other evangelical leaders, pastors who avoid addressing political issues from the pulpit, and how he believes biblical principles apply to immigration, taxation, crime, government, and Israel.Grudem also looks back on his journey

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00:42:59

Barry Morgenstein: Photographing Michael Jackson,...

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2026/09/10

Legendary photographer Barry Morgenstein joins Mark Joseph for a fascinating trip through the golden age of rock & roll. Morgenstein, whose new book, “Rock and Soul,” chronicles decades behind the camera, shares stories of photographing Michael Jackson, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Bill Wyman, Jeff Beck, Levon Helm and many more — and explains what it was like capturing music history in the days of film, when photographers often had just a few songs to get the perfect shot.Morgenstein and Joseph

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00:53:28

Blinky Williams: Motown, Sammy Davis Jr., Gospel, &...

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2026/09/09

In this new episode of Mark Joseph’s Making REAGAN series, Motown and gospel legend Blinky Williams joins Mark to look back on her cameo in REAGAN, where she appears as a member of young Reagan’s church congregation. Blinky shares what it was like filming her part in Los Angeles during the COVID era and then being digitally placed into the scene that had been shot in Oklahoma.From there, the conversation moves to Blinky’s remarkable life and career—from growing up in the church with Andraé Crouch

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00:54:07

Paul Coughlin on How To Stop Bullying & Why...

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2026/09/04

Author and anti-bullying expert Paul Coughlin joins Mark Joseph to challenge the idea that Christians are called to be passive, weak, or unwilling to defend themselves and others. Coughlin, author of “No More Christian Nice Guy” and founder of The Protectors, explains the difference between aggression and healthy assertiveness—and why he believes some Christian teaching has unintentionally encouraged men and children to become doormats.Mark and Paul also discuss bullying in schools, homeschooling

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00:31:56

Chris Massoglia on Child Stardom, Entering Politics &...

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2026/09/03

In this episode of the Making REAGAN series, Mark Joseph talked with actor and Minnesota city councilman Chris Massoglia about his unique journey from child stardom to public service. Massoglia reflected on growing up in Hollywood after being discovered in Minnesota, landing major acting roles at a young age, and navigating the pressures of fame while trying to maintain his faith and identity. He also shared personal stories about stepping away from Hollywood during difficult family circumstances,

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00:26:57

Kevin Dillon on Playing Jack Warner in REAGAN,...

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2026/09/02

Kevin Dillon joined Mark Joseph in this new episode in the Making REAGAN series to discuss his role as legendary studio executive Jack Warner in Reagan, exploring the fascinating relationship between Warner and Ronald Reagan during some of Hollywood’s most turbulent years. Dillon reflects on Reagan’s leadership within the Screen Actors Guild, the labor battles that shaped the entertainment industry, and why he was eager to be part of a film about one of his longtime heroes. He also shares insights

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00:55:45

Cyrus Nowrasteh: The Filmmaker Behind The Movies...

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2026/08/29

Filmmaker Cyrus Nowrasteh joins Mark Joseph on the show for a wide-ranging conversation about a career spent bringing controversial true stories to the screen. Nowrasteh discusses his Iranian family background and the 1979 revolution, making The Day Reagan Was Shot, the political firestorm surrounding The Path to 9/11, and The Stoning of Soraya M., which was banned in Iran but became an underground hit there. He also reflects on The Young Messiah, Infidel, Sarah’s Oil, and why he believes filmmakers

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00:56:38

Andrew Coffin on Preserving Ronald Reagan’s Legacy &...

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2026/08/27

In this new episode in the Making REAGAN series, Mark Joseph sits down with Andrew Coffin, Vice President of Young America’s Foundation, for a new conversation about Ronald Reagan, the remarkable story of how his beloved Ranch was saved, and what Coffin learned from the Secret Service agents, aides and others who knew Reagan when the cameras weren’t around. Coffin also discusses his organization’s work, the battles over free speech on college campuses, why Reagan’s ideas continue to resonate decades

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00:29:34

Dawn Ferry on Building the World of Reagan from the...

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2026/08/25

In this episode in the Making REAGAN series, Mark Joseph sat down with supervising art director Dawn Ferry for a fascinating look behind the scenes of the REAGAN Movie. Dawn shared how she and her team recreated decades of American history, from Ronald Reagan’s Oval Office to the White House living quarters, all while navigating the unprecedented challenges of filming during the COVID-19 pandemic.The conversation explored the art of production design, the extensive historical research behind the

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