Fascination Street

John Pirruccello - Actor (Barry / Twin Peaks) Shortly before HBO's Barry came out; I had the opportunity to have lunch with one of it's stars; John Pirruccello (Det. John Loach). We talk a little about his career and a little about me; but mostly, its just two guys enjoying each other's company over lunch at a rather loud Bob's Big Boy in Burbank. Follow John on social media: Twitter: @JohnPirrucc...

Lili Bordan - Actress (Book Club) Lili Bordan is an actress on stage, screen, and film. Currently she appears in the Jane Fonda film BOOK CLUB, as well as LIVE OR DIE IN LA HONDA and (coming soon) WELCOME TO CURIOSITY. This delightful young lady took some time out of her much needed vacation to talk to me about the path that led her to her blossoming career. We had a good time.... ENJOY! Follow Li...

Leroy A. Petry - Master Sergeant (Ret) This episode is with Master Sergeant (Ret) Leroy A. Petry. This decorated Army Ranger is only the second living recipient of The Medal Of Honor since The Viet Nam War. Leroy was gracious enough to take some time out and talk with me about his life, and the events that led to his injuries. Happy Memorial Day. Find a Veteran and thank him or her. Follow Leroy o...

Actors From - Tecumseh! Outdoor Drama In this episode I sit down with 4 of the actors from the outdoor stage production of Tecumseh! This is the story of the Indian Chief and his role in America's Westward Expansion. This drama takes place in Chillicothe, Ohio (about an hour outside of Columbus, Oh) every summer for the past 40+ years. The drama includes cannon fire, musket fire, fight scenes, and...

Vinnie Tortorich # 2 Documentarian Man I love this guy. He has really been good to me and Fascination Street Podcast. Help him out with this crowd funding campaign; there is a little something EXTRA in it for my listeners, so PAY ATTENTION!! Follow Vinnie on social media: Twitter: @VinnieTortorich #NSNG Insta: VinnieTortorich Website: Vinnietortorich.com

Bill Brochtrup - Actor (NYPD Blue / Major Crimes) Join me as I sit down with veteran television and stage actor Bill Brochtrup. You might know him from NYPD Blue, you might know him from Major Crimes on TNT, or you might know him because he is probably in that play you saw, that one time, at that one place.... you remember, you were there with that girl... the one with the hair... anyway... Bill a...

Nathan Lowell - Author Nathan Lowell is the author of The Age Of The Solar Clipper series, as well as others. He is a science fiction writer that doesn't write about aliens, and heroes. Nathan's stories are about regular people, with regular jobs........ in space. This episode was recorded in Austin over a couple of beers! Follow Nathan on social media: Twitter: @NLowell FB: Nathan Lowell FB Fan G...

Chef Jason "Lord Honey" Smith - Food Network Star Jason Smith A.K.A. "Lord Honey" was nice enough to chat with me for a bit recently. Jason is the winner of season 13 of The Next Food Network Star and host of Best Baker In America on Food Network. Season 2 premiers TONITE; Monday, May 7th at 9 pm Eastern. Follow Jason on social media Twitter: @lowcarb77 Insta: Official_ChefJasonSmith FB: Chef Jaso...

Matt Fondiler - Adam Carolla's Assistant Podcaster, and personal assistant Matt Fondiler graciously sat down with me at The Adam Carolla Studios to chat with me about how he came to work for Adam, how he met his wife, what his future holds, and his association with Sword And Scale Rewind podcast. Follow Matt on social media: Twitter: @MattFondiler Twitter: @AdamCarollaShow FB: Matt Fondiler

Duppy Demetrius - Screenwriter (24 / Major Crimes) Television writer & producer Duppy Demetrius sat down with me over some beers and chatted with me about how he got started writing for television, as well as some of his favorite times on TNT's The Closer and Major Crimes. He also explains why we shouldn't burn bridges, getting to work with Luke Perry, and G.W. Bailey's great work with the childre...

Gina Grad - Podcaster (The Adam Carolla Show) I was fortunate enough to get a sit down interview with the lovely Gina Grad from L.A. morning radio; as well as The Adam Carolla Show. We recorded this one in the Adam Carolla Studios shortly before Valentine's Day, and we talked about her recent exit from L.A. morning radio, her 9-11 experience, and the greatest advice she ever received, (it was from...

Josh Denny - Food Network Star / Comedian On a recent trip to LA for a personal thing, I caught up with Josh Denny. Josh Denny is a comedian, a podcaster, and a humanitarian of sorts; but you probably know him from Food Network's hit TV show Ginormous Food. He was nice enough to sit down with me after a comedy show and talk about everything from podcasting, to making TV shows, and helping out folk...

Dave Cantrell - Radio DJ / Music Festival Curator Longtime Portland D.J. and post punk music lover chats with me about his love of music that took him across the pond. Then we get into a discussion about the post punk music festival he curates and hosts called OUT FROM THE SHADOWS IV and the accompanying compilation album SONGS FROM UNDER THE FLOORBOARD VOL 1. I am giving away a vinyl / digital pa...

Brett Vee Indy Record Label Owner (No Sky Cassettes) A few months ago I was in Las Vegas and saw an article in the local paper about a guy who started an Indie record label where he ONLY releases Cassette tapes of artists. I stopped what I was doing and immediately reached out to him for an interview... and he politely agreed. Super nice guy, fun interview and there is a GIVEAWAY! Send me an email...

Izzy Presley - Musician / Podcaster (Another FN Podcast) This week I talk to Izzy Presley from Another FN Podcast. Currently living in Los Angeles; Izzy is the consummate host! He hosts a couple of podcasts, weekly live music events, even the rare Rock N Roll themed cruise! Super cool dude.... um... did I mention he is in ACK!.. an Ace Frehley tribute band? Enjoy! Follow Izzy on social media: Twit...

Howie Abrams - Author Howie Abrams is a former record executive, turned book author. We chat about everything from being in Manhattan on 911, to managing record labels, to becoming friendly with HR from Bad Brains, and what it was like hanging out at CBGB's during it's heyday! Enjoy! "You think you know, but you don't know, you know?"- Howie Abrams Follow Howie on social media: Twit: @HowNice Inst...

Jacob Trevino - Speakeasy Owner (Tarantino Themed) I got to sit down with Jacob Trevino; the owner and creative mind behind Video Archive, The Overlook Lodge, and Gorilla Cinema! Great interview, really good lessons in perseverance, and you HAVE TO VISIT! Special thanks to Kevin Smith ( @ThatKevinSmith ) . And Gina Grad ( @GinaGrad ) for helping me discover this super cool guy. Follow The Video Ar...

Serena Scott Thomas - Actress (Bond Girl) Recently I took a trip to Los Angeles and during that trip I was able to get an interview with Serena Scott Thomas. We talk about her early modeling career, her movie career (including being a BOND GIRL!), her relationship with Vinnie Tortorich, and the play she is currently starring in called TWO FISTED LOVE; playing at The Odyssey Theatre in LA. I also f...

Jeff Cesario - Comedian / Podcaster (Play With Pain Podcast) This week I got to chat over the phone with veteran comedian, two time Emmy winner, & multiple ACE award winner Jeff Cesario. Jeff and I talk about starting out in Minnesota, his numerous Johnny Carson appearances, writing for talk shows for Dennis Miller, Larry Sanders, & Queen Latifah, and developing the ridiculous yet lovable Chet Wat...

Kim Terry - Author My wife and I went to this quaint little bar in Comfort, Tx and there happened to be a lovely young lady doing a book signing. So naturally I interviewed her so I could introduce her to you guys! There is a special give away in this one..... so pay attention! Follow Kim on social media: Twit: @AuthorKimTerry Insta: @AuthorKimTerry

Kerri Kasem - Radio Personality This week I got to chat with the talented Kerri Kasem. She is a radio and TV personality; as well as a motivational speaker and activist. We talk a little about her career, about her father, an up coming Las Vegas speaking engagement, and about how she is taking a legal fight state by state to end a very specific type of elder abuse. The link to her event; the 10X G...

David Naumann - CEO (Dry Ventures, Wet Phone Rescue) I found out that the headquarters of this company with a really cool product was just down the road in my own home town! So I reached out and was able to get a sit down interview with the Owner and CEO of Dry Ventures Inc.!

Dee Murthy - CEO (Five Four / Menlo Club / Young And Reckless) HOLY MOLY! I was lucky enough to get to interview Dee Murthy Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Five Four Club / Menlo Club. I have been a member for quite some time now and Mr. Murthy was kind enough to call in and chat with me for a bit. We discuss his origin story and his belief that KARMA has a lot to do with his success. Click on the Menlo...

Cassandra Cardenes - Actress / Podcaster (Nooner Podcast) This week Cassandra Cardenes calls in and we talk about her growing up around comedy, her experience seeing Wonder Woman, and Ladies Lunch Productions. Super sweet Cass was a lot of fun to talk to. Catch her most Tuesday's on The Nooner Podcast. Follow Cassandra on social media: Twit: @CassCardenes Insta: @CassCardenes

Adam Carolla Lackeys - Caelan Beihn, Dylan Wrenn, & Nick Davis! I had a lot of fun chatting with these dudes who generously sat down with me at Carolla Studios after they got off work. These are some pretty funny guys and they made me feel right at home. Follow them on social media and give their podcasts a listen. At the time of this recording; Nick Davis was A Carolla Lackey. He has since moved...