Classic Conversations: Pop culture Interviews with Jeff Dwoskin

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...

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 W...

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...

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 ab...

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...

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...

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 Z...

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....

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 roas...

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 Jesu...

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 Ce...

Jennifer Candy, the daughter of John Candy, joins me to share stories of her amazing father. Jennifer reveals some amazing details only a daughter would know. Jennifer Candy starred in Camp Candy, According to Jim, Liv and Maddie, Wizards of Waverly Place and the Defenders. Jennifer hosts the amazing 'Couch Candy' where she talks to lifetime family friends of her father John Candy and they share a...

Bryan Behar shares the story of reviving Full House into Fuller House for Netflix. Bryan also shares amazing stories from his incredible career. Bryan Behar is a writer and producer. Bryan is a long-time Twitter friend and together we dive deep into his amazing career in television. Bryan has been a part of 21 TV shows over the past 25 years. Bryan was a big part of the Fuller House reboot includi...

Maryellen Hooper discusses finding your voice as a comedian. When I had the opportunity to work with Maryellen Hooper she gave me advice that changed how I did comedy from that day forward. Maryellen is one of the funniest and most talented working comedians today. Maryellen had one of the most popular Comedy Central specials of all time, she appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno twice and in...

Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling returns to the show to share an in-depth look at his time on The Howard Stern Show. Jackie also shares a lot of intimate stories of Rodney Dangerfield, Sam Kinison, and more. Comedian and author Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling shares stories about Rodney Dangerfield, Paul Williams, Eddie Murphy, and recording his first comedy albums. We discuss Jackie joining the Howa...

Bret Ernst shares his comedic journey with us that led to a reoccurring role on one of TV's greatest shows, Cobra Kai. Comedian and Cobra Kai star Bret Ernst is an accomplished comedian with over 23 years of comedy under his belt. Bret has had a Comedy Central Presents special and was a featured comic in Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show. Currently, Bret stars in Cobra Kai as Louis LaRusso Jr....

Kenneth Johnson discusses creating some of the most iconic characters and TV shows of all time. Join us for a first-hand discussion on The Bionic Woman, V, and The Incredible Hulk TV show. Writer, producer, and director Kenneth Johnson discusses his time becoming the drama guy in school to his first jobs in the industry (Mike Douglas Show) and later joining The 6 Million Dollar Man where he create...

Alonzo Bodden shares his journey from Aerospace to an award-winning comedian. Everyone's path is unique and Alonzo's path included the Power Rangers and David Duchovny. The hilarious Alonzo Bodden to discuss how his comedy origins started in Aerospace and eventually lead him to be one of the most popular comedians working today! We discuss Alonzo's acting career, The Power Rangers, the sexual appe...

Candy Clark takes us down memory lane with an in-depth discussion on the movie American Graffiti. Candy shares what it was like working with a young George Lucas and Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard and so many others! Actress Candy Clark starred in and received an Academy Award nomination for her role in George Lucas's American Graffiti. Candy share some amazing stories about Ron Howard, Richard Drey...

Mike Young discusses his path in comedy which led him to his dream of writing and directing his own movies. Tons of great stories and shared memories of working with Bobby Lee and Stephen Rannazzinsi together. Comedian, actor, director, and writer, Mike Young. My friend Mike Young calls into the show to discuss the times we spent together in Detroit on The Young American Tour with Bobby Lee and St...

If you've laughed at a Star Wars tweet or Meme it likely came from Depressed Darth Vader. John Sullivan the man behind the parody mask shares his story of building up a parody empire and successfully avoiding being sued by Disney. Master of Dark Side parody, Depressed Darth Vader (John Sullivan) and I reflect on some good times we shared together in London at Pinewood Studios. We also dive into ho...

Dave Landau shares his comedy journey with us. Dreaming big Dave found himself on Last Comic Standing and the cohost of The Anthony Cumia Show. Comedian Dave Landau and I discuss some hell gigs we shared together. We also dive into stories about his time on Last Comic Standing and Comedy Central. Dave is also the current cohost of The Anthony Cumia Show with Dave Landau. We discuss how he scored t...

Star Search winner Horace H.B. Sanders shares his comedy journey with us. Amazing story from the finals of Star Search and being cut off as the country went to war. Comedian and actor Horace H.B. Sanders joins me to talk about old times and comedy. Horace was one of the co-stars of the critically acclaimed documentary 'Funny' and also won Star Search. Horace has appeared on BET, Detroit 187, and C...

Imagine if you will being a child star of the 50's and 60's. Imagine having roles in The Twilight Zone and Leave it to Beaver. John Eimen was such a child star and shares his what it was like being on television that young in the golden age of television. John Eimen had starring roles in The Twilight Zone, Leave It To Beaver, Wagon Train, McKeever and the Colonel, Lassie, The Untouchables. We also...

I Triple Dog Dare Ya to stop what you're doing and listen to this amazing episode. Our Christmas episode is brought to life by none other than Flick, Scott Schwartz, star of 'A Christmas Story'. Scott talks about his experiences on the Christmas classic, Starring in 'The Toy,' his lifelong friendship with Richard Pryor, Kidco, and so much more! Our Guest, Scott Schwartz Facebook: https://www.faceb...