Hollywood & Levine

Brevity is key in comedy and Ken’s radio background helped him learn that lesson. As a result he developed the “10 Second Rule.” Listen and see what that’s all about. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mark Steines has had a long and wildly successful career in broadcast journalism. This week we learn how he got into the business, his crazy big break, interviewing celebrities, and much more. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Mark Steines is a broadcast journalist who spent 17 years at ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT and 6 years hosting HOME & FAMILY on the Hallmark Channel. He also handles a unique assignment — hosting the Rose Parade. That’s what he and Ken discuss this week along with a great story about Elizabeth Montgomery and Vin Scully.  You’re going to want to listen for that alone.  Listen t...

In part two of Ken’s interview with SUITS creator, Aaron Korsh, they delve into casting, attending the royal wedding of one of its co-stars, the Netflix rating explosion, and the future of SUITS. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/levine today to get 10% off your first month! Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastn...

SUITS became a ratings juggernaut when it landed on Netflix. Meet the creator, Aaron Korsh, hear the origin story, and how a half-hour comedy writer became a one-hour drama writer. Oh, and there’s Meghan Markle stuff in there too.  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit https://www.betterhelp.com/levine today to get 10% off your first month! Listen to more podcasts like this...

What better way to begin a year of uncertainty than with a podcast where you have no idea where it’s going? It starts with a tribute to Tommy Smothers and ventures off into parts unknown. Feel adventurous? Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

On January 1st at 8 pm Fox will air a two-hour documentary on MASH. Ken talks with the filmmaker, John Scheinfeld, and the two discuss the project and why MASH has resonated with so many people for so many years.   Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

As people get nostalgic for their hometowns this holiday season, Ken presents maybe his strangest episode ever. It’s a montage of vintage radio station jingles that hopefully will jog some fond memories of where you grew up. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...

As a former FRASIER writer/director/consultant, Ken offers his views on the new series. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This week Ken discusses his role models and how they served his development and process. Also, is it possible to meet your role models?  Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Part 2 of Ken’s discussion with producer George Schlatter yields tasty Hollywood dish from the Golden Days. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

George Schlatter created and produced the biggest hit and the biggest bomb of 1960’s television. Learn about both. One show got 50 shares and the other was literally cancelled during the first commercial break. Some great stories about each. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

Rich concludes how he got the job as announcer on THE PRICE IS RIGHT. And more about Bob Barker and Drew Carey. It’s a fun episode so “come on down!” Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Rich Fields tells the wild story of how he became the longtime announcer on the iconic game show, THE PRICE IS RIGHT. How drive and determination can create opportunities and fulfill lifelong dreams. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

How to re-invent yourself from a guy who went from a DJ to a sportscaster to a musical comedy stage actor. Johnny Holliday has done it all. You can too. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

If you ever wanted to re-invent yourself, let Johnny Holliday be an inspiration. A rock n’ roll disc jockey turned sportscaster, turned musical comedy actor — Johnny Holliday has had quite a career. He is currently in his 44th season as the voice of the University of Maryland. In this episode we deal with his disc jockey days in San Francisco in the ‘60s and hobnobbing with the Beatles,...

Series finales, network politics, TERRIERS, THE UNIT, and working with David Mamet are just some of the topics explored this week as Ken continues to chat with one of his favorite TV writers, Shawn Ryan.   Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

Among other things, Shawn Ryan created THE SHIELD, was the show runner on the highly underrated TERRIERS, and ran THE UNIT with David Mamet. Currently, he’s the Executive Producer of SWAT. So much to talk about that these next two weeks are supersized episodes. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali...

Ken delves deeper into why we laugh and why we don’t laugh. And why veteran comedy writers are still sometimes puzzled. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

This week deals with the creation of “the Lincoln Lawyer,” Michael’s writing process, and the transition into television. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Part one of an in-depth interview with best selling author, Michael Connelly who has sold over 85 million copies of his books. This week we discuss influences, breaking in, and the creation of Harry Bosch. Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

More with former NBC Page, Shelley Herman who deals the dish in her new book. Shelley went on to work in game shows, host informercials, fend off actors, and do play-by-play for monster truck rallies. All of that and more this week! Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

Shelley Herman is Ken’s guest. A great way to break into TV is to become a network Page (remember Kenneth from 30 ROCK?) Shelley was an NBC page back in its glory days and has written a terrific tell-all book about it and the stars she encountered. She’s also performed comedy with Andy Kaufman, hosted monster truck rallies on ESPN, been a game show exec, and hosted eight informercials.&n...

What every comedy writer strives for. Ken discusses the benefits and elusive nature of laughter. It could add eight years to your life.  Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Part two of Ken’s interview with esteemed TV critic, Maureen (“Mo”) Ryan. Among the topics this week: well-run shows, bad actor behavior, the strike, and the need for mentors. If you listened to part one it’s a safe bet you’re back for part two. Mo Ryan is a terrific guest.   Listen to more podcasts like this:  https://wavepodcastnetwork.com See Privacy Policy at http...