On Screen & Beyond

This  week on On Screen & Beyond episode #518, our guest is Jeffrey  Weissman, who played George McFly in "Back To The Future 2" which is  celebrating it's 30th anniversary this year! He also was in part 3 of  the trilogy, as well as in "Pale Rider", "Johnny Dangerously" and more.  Jeffrey will be appearing at the Orinda Theater to celebrate the film on  Thursday...

Episode 517 of On Screen & Beyond has as our guest Donelle Dadigan, who is the president and founder of The Hollywood Museum in the historic Max Factor building in Hollywood, California.  Donelle joins us to talk about this amazing museum! I t houses thousands of Hollywood memorabilia and its latest exhibits including one on the Six Million Dollar Man and The Bionic Woman! Plus, we check...

Episode 516 Patrick Kilpatrick is one of those actors we love to hate as he usually plays the evil villian in many movies and TV shows, including "Minority Report", "Eraser" and Last Man Standing"!  He joins us to talk about his career and his book, "Dying For Living! Plus, we check out "Ad Astra", "Onward" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 515 Liz Callaway joins us in this episode!  Liz has been nominated for a Tony, starred on Broadway and she sang songs in the animated film "Anastasia" and "The Swan Princess" and others!  She also will be singing a song in the upcoming animated musical feature "Bongee Bear and the Kingdom of Rhythm"!   Plus, we check out "Rio", "Ghostbusters" and more, on this week's On...

Episode 514 Ann Hampton Callaway has been nominated for a Tony, written songs for Carole King, Barbara Streisand, Liz Minnili and so many others!  She even wrote and sang the theme song to "The Nanny"!  Ann Shares her stories of her musical life!  Plus, we check out "Reminiscence", "Zombieland: Double Tap" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond

Episode 513  Rick Goldschmidt, Rankin Bass Historian, drops by to talk about the Christmas classic TV specials produced by Rankin Bass that bring joy to TV viewers every Holiday season!  We talk about "Rudolph", "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town" and more!  Plus, we check out "The Goldfinch", "Gemini Man" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 512  Karen Mason has won multiple awards for her work on Broadway in many roles including originating the role of Tanya in "Mamma Mia", the Queen of Hearts in "Wonderland" and so many others!  Karen joins us to chat about those and more!  Plus, we check out "Margie Claus", "The Good Liar" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond

Episode 511  Bill Duke of Predator and Commando fame and so many other films and TV shows, including now on "Black Lightning", stops by to talk about his career and his new book "Bill Duke: My 40 year Career On Screen and Behind the Camera"!  Bill shares some interesting stories!  Plus, we check out "A Dog's Journey", "Ma" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond

>Episode 510  Maureen McGovern chats with Brian about her hit song "The Morning After" from "The Poseidon Adventure" as well as her other hits, her Broadway acting and more! She even talks about playing a singing nun in the "Airplane" movie!  Plus, we check out "Killers of The Flower Moon", "Clueless" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 509 Lorna Luft is the daughter of movie legend Judy Garland and she also was in "Grease 2" and "Trapper John MD".  Lorna joins us to talk about her upcoming live show at the Orinda Theater in Orinda, CA.  We also talk about her new book "A Star Is Born: Judy Garland and the film that got away".  Lorna has some fascinating stories to share with us! Plus, we check out "Sister...

Episode 508 Bruce Vilanch has written for over 20 Academy Award shows as well as some Grammy's, Emmy's, Tony's and so many other shows!  Bruce is also known as one of the squares on "Hollywood Squares"!  He shares some great Oscar stories! Plus, we check out "Coyote vs Acme", "King" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 507 Leonard Maltin is the movie guru who has written many books on film as well as being one of the most respected film critics in the world!  Leonard shares his big screen knowledge with us and he will be at the California Independent Film Festival this weekend! Plus, we check out "Fatale", "Instant Family" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 506 Perry King has been on many TV shows and movies over the years!  He joins us to talk about "The Lords of Flatbush", "Riptide" and so much more!  He has a new movie out called "The Divide" which he also directs and he will be at the California Independent Film Festival this weekend! Plus, we check out "Destroyer", "The Sister Brothers" and more, on this week's On Screen and Be...

Episode 505 Christina Pickles joins us to talk about her 2018 Emmy nomination for her role as "Biz" in the hilarious webseries "Break A Hip"!  She is an Emmy and Tony winner and we have seen here in many roles including on "St Elsewhere",  and as Ross and Monica's mom on "Friends"! A great guest! Plus, we check out "Hustlers", "Flarsky" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 504 Lillias White, Emmy and Tony Award winner, drops by to chat with us about her career, including winning an Emmy for her work on "Sesame Street" and her Tony Award.  Lillias while be singing live at the Orinda Theater at 7pm on Sunday August 12 with a show you don't want to miss! Plus, we check out "The Roman", "Luna Park" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond Customize thi...

Episode 503 Erik Stolhanske, Rabbit of "Super Trooper" fame, joins us to talk about his latest film "RockBarnes: The Emporer in You"!  Erik talks about that film, his acting, Broken Lizard and "Super Troopers" future! Plus, we check out "Stargirl", "Cupid" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 502 Siena Agudong drops by OSB to talk about her many roles including starring on Nickelodeon's "Star Falls"!  Her new film coming out is "Alex and Me" in which she stars along side Alex Morgan, soccer superstar!  We talk about those and more! Plus, we check out "Skyscraper", "Chance" and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 501 Franke Previte drops by to talk about his Oscar winning song from "Dirty Dancing", "I've Had The Time of My Life", his time with Franke and The Knockouts and his new project, "Calling All Divas"! Plus, we check out June releases in theaters, on BluRay and DVD and more, on this week's On Screen and Beyond!

Episode 500 of On Screen & Beyond brings back Oscar and Emmy winner Barry Morrow!  Barry wrote the film 'Rain Man" and won an Oscar. He wrote "Bill" which starred Mickey Rooney and won an Emmy!  Now Barry joins us once again to talk about his latest project which he wrote and directs called "Smitten".  Barry always shares some fun stories with us!

Episode #499 of On Screen & Beyond brings actor Peter Mark Richman to our mic.  Peter talks about his long career as an actor, which he documents in his book, ...I Saw A Molten White Light.  He is remembered for his roles on many movies and TV shows including "Dynasty" and "Three's Company"!  Just a few weeks before the interview, Peter had a stroke, but as the true actor he is,...

Episode #498 of On Screen & Beyond - Lou Antonio is known for many roles in front of and behind the camera.  Lou was in many, many TV shows in the 60's including a memorable episode of Star Trek.  He also turned to directing and helmed many hit shows over the years.  He was also known for his role in the hit movie, "Cool Hand Luke"!  Lou shares many memories of his long car...

Episode #497 of On Screen & Beyond brings Joyce Bulifant to the OSB mic!  Joyce was on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show", "Flo", "Tom, Dick, & Mary", "Airplane" and many game shows including "Match Game"!  Joyce joins us for a fun chat!

Episode #496 of On Screen & Beyond - Dirk Blocker stops by to talk about his ne children's book as well as his long career, from "Bonanza", "Baa Baa Black Sheep" to "Brooklyn Nine-Nine".  Dan shares lots os stories and memories of his Dad, Dan Blocker, "Hoss" from "Bonanza".

Episode #495 of On Screen & Beyond bring author Geoffrey Mark to OSB.  Geoffrey bring lots of news about celebrities and we talk about his latest book "The Lucy Book", an intimate look at the legend Lucille Ball.  As usual Geoffrey is a hoot!

Episode 494 of On Screen & Beyond - Judy Norton played the role of Mary Ellen Walton on the beloved  TV show "The Waltons".  Judy joins us to talk about that role and more!