Reliving My Youth

Noel catches up with Jim Piddock. The actor, producer and writer is out with his memoir “CAUGHT WITH MY PANTS DOWN and Other Tales from a Life in Hollywood.” Jim talks about creating the movie, "Mascots" and the TV show, "Family Tree" with Christopher Guest. The veteran actor discusses his role of Trevor Beckwith in "Best in Show." Jim had memorable roles in Friends, Lethal Weapon 2 and Independen...

Noel catches up with Timothy Carhart. The veteran actor most recently played the Montana State Attorney General on Yellowstone. Tim starred alongside Eddie Murphy in Beverly Hills Cop 3. He played "The Violinist" in Ghostbusters. He also had memorable roles on 24, The X-Files and Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Noel catches up with Glen Phillips. The Toad The Wet Sprocket frontman released his latest solo album, There Is So Much Here, in November. It's his first solo album since 2016's Swallowed By The New. As for Toad, they released their most recent album, Starting Now, in 2021. Glen breaks down some songs and discusses his relationship with Toad's signature song, All I Want.

Noel catches up with Leah Andreone. The singer-songwriter released two albums in the 90s, "Veiled" in 1996, which featured the hit, It's Alright, It's OK, and "Alchemy" in 1998. Leah was part of the 1997 Lilith Fair tour. She took a break from performing to focus on producing but return in 2009 with her third album, Avalanche.

Noel catches with up Billy Sheehan, who is widely regarded as one of the best bassist in rock history. His band, Talas, is out with their latest album, 1985. The Buffalo band opened up for Van Halen back in 1980. Billy left Talas to join David Lee Roth's band in 1985. After leaving Roth's band, Billy formed Mr. Big, who had the smash hit, "To Be With You." The song was number one on the Billboard...

Noel catches up with Todd Park Mohr of Big Head Todd and the Monsters. The Colorado-based band formed over 30 years ago. Their breakthrough album, Sister Sweetly, went platinum thanks to the singles, "Bittersweet," "Circle," and "Broken Hearted Savior." The band has released 13 studio albums and is one of the premier live bands out there today.

Noel catches up with Alphaville’s frontman/founding member Marian Gold. The German synch pop group is out with their latest album, Eternally Yours. The double album was recorded with an orchestra. It features some of their biggest hits, including “Forever Young” and “Big in Japan.”

Noel catches up with Jim Babjak of The Smithereens, who are about to release their latest album called "The Lost Album." It was recorded in 1993. Jim talks about continuing the band following the death of lead singer, Pat DiNizio. Since Pat's death, the band have had a few guest lead singers including Robin Wilson and Marshall Crenshaw. The Smithereens are best known for their songs "A Girl Like Y...

Noel catches up with Tracey Belland, who along with her sister, Melissa, were the vocalists for the band, Voice of the Beehive. The California sisters moved to London, where they met former members of Madness and formed the band. While they maintained a cult status here in the States, they had five Top 40 singles in the UK.

Noel catches up with Maitland Ward. The actress started her acting career playing Jessica Forrester on The Bold and the Beautiful. She's probably best known for her role as Rachel McGuire on Boy Meets World. Maitland made a very successful transition to adult films, winning multiple awards. She chronicled her journey in her new memoir, Rated X: How Porn Liberated Me from Hollywood, out September 6...

Noel catches up with Fee Waybill of The Tubes. The San Francisco band's best known songs include "She's a Beauty," 'White Punks on Dope," and "Talk to ya Later," The frontman talks about working with producers David Foster and Todd Rundgren. Fee discusses his relationship, both personally and professionally, with Richard Marx. Fee released his latest solo album, "Fee Waybill Rides Again," in 2020.

Noel catches up with Michael Bailey Smith. The played Ben Grimm in Roger Corman's Fantastic Four movie. Michael played multiple characters on Charmed, including Belthazor, Shax and The Source. he also starred in The Hill Have Eyes remake and its sequel. The former football standout player "Super Freddy" in Nightmare on Elm Street 5. He has had on-screen fights with Jean-Claude Van Damme and Jaleel...

Noel catches up with Thomas Nicholas. He played Henry Rowengartner in Rookie of the Year and Kevin in the American Pie movies. Thomas is also an accomplished musician, having released six studio albums. His latest single, "1999." is a collaboration with Bowling for Soup. Thomas starred and produced the movie, Adverse, in 2020.

Noel catches up with Rebecca Staab. The actress played Sue Storm in Roger Corman's unreleased Fantastic Four movie. Rebecca guest starred on Seinfeld, playing Kristin in "The Pledge Drive" episode. She had memorable roles on Cheers, Beverly Hills, 90210 and Ellen. She had an unforgettable role in the movie, Love Potion No. 9.

Noel catches up with Martin Brammer. Martin was the lead singer of British group, The Kane Gang. Their biggest hit on the billboard 100 was "Motortown" in 1987. They did have a number one hit on the dance charts with “Don’t look any further. Following the Kane Gang, Martin continued his career as a songwriter. His songs have been recorded by Sheen Easton, Tina Turner and James Morrison to name a f...

Noel catches up with Kat Green, who played Alicia Masters in Roger Corman's Fantastic Four. The movie was never released. Kat talks about the experience and the legacy of the film. Kat is also an accomplished singer, songwriter, and music producer. She has produced films for the Hallmark Channel. Kat directed the festival-award winning short film, The Big Swim, which included underwater scenes wit...

Noel catches up with Alex Hyde-White. The actor might be best known for a role from a movie that was never officially released, playing Reed Richards in Roger Corman's Fantastic Four. Alex discusses the movie and why it was never released. Alex portrayed Young Henry in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Alex also had roles in Pretty Woman, Catch Me If You Can and The Phantom of the Opera. While s...

Happy 5th birthday to Reliving My Youth!! Noel catches up with "The King of Rock" Darryl "DMC" McDaniels. Run-DMC is one of the most influential acts in not only hip-hop, but in all of music. They took hardcore hip-hop from an underground street sensation to a pop-culture phenomenon. The trio was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009. Run-DMC received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement...

Noel catches up with Darden Smith. The singer-songwriter is out with his latest project, Western Skies. This multi-media collection includes a new album and a book of photography, essays and song lyrics. Darden has released 16 studio albums. The Texas native has founded many songwriting projects including The Be An Artist Program and SongwritingWith:Soldiers.

Noel catches up with Barry Tubb. The actor portrayed 'Wolfman" in Top Gun. Barry talks about getting the role, the lines he ad libbed and what call sign he would chose if he had the choice. Barry played Hubie in the cult classic, The Legend of Billie Jean. The Texan also starred in the TV mini series, Lonesome Dove and its sequel. Barry joined the cast of Friday Night Lights in season four playing...

Noel catches up with Marcella Detroit. Marcy began her career working with Bob Seger, then Leon Russell and Eric Clapton. She co-wrote Clapton's 1977 hit, "Lay Down Sally." Marcy Joined Shakespears Sister with Bananarama member Siobhan Fahey. Their biggest hit, "Stay", spent eight consecutive weeks atop the UK charts and reached number four on the Billboard 100. Her latest solo album, Gold, was re...

Noel catches up with Tom Bresnahan. The former actor had starring roles in the cult movies, The Brain and Ski School. Find out the TV role that Tom beat out Brad Pitt for. He starred in the Dick Wolf show, H.E.L.P., alongside, John Mahoney, Wesley Snipes and David Caruso. Tom is now a youth counselor. He facilitate lasting changes for struggling 15-24 yr old young men & frustrated parents

Noel catches up with Siobhan Maher Kennedy, who was the lead vocalist of the band, River City People. The band released two albums, Say Something Good and This Is the World. After the band split, Siobhan paired with the Bangles' Debbi Peterson to form Kindred Spirit. They released their lone album in 1995. Siobhan released her solo album, Immigrant Flower in 2002.

Noel catches up with Elizabeth Westwood of Westworld. Their biggest hit, "Sonic Boom Boy," reached number 11 of the UK charts in 1987. "Ba-Na-Na-Bam-Boo" reached number 37 and appeared on the soundtrack to Planes, Trains & Automobiles.

Noel catches up with Carol Decker, the lead singer of T'Pau. The British band had a massive hit in 1987 with "Heart and Soul." It reached number four on the Billboard 100. Their debut album, "Bridge of Spies," was simply titled "T'Pau" in America. The album had seven singles released overseas but only the one in the States. Carol talks about the hesitancy with the U.S. market. Their last album, "P...