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I had the pleasure of speaking with McKenna Camille Lee recently. McKenna is a model, actress and advocate for mental health. During our conversation, she spoke about overcoming OCD without the need of medication. McKenna was born and raised in Oregon, and has found many creative outlets in theater, music and fashion. She is also a slalom water skier. In August, McKenna will be at NYU attending th...

I spoke to Skye Delamy recently – and had the most amazing conversation. She has released her 4th album, Untamed Circus, and it is incredible. We spoke about her inspiration for Untamed Circus, and she answered “Empowerment”. Her song, Girlfriend Muzzle, is an empowering song, not to let anyone crush you or tell you not to express yourself. We are often told that our opinions (as women) don’t matt...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Ann Donnelly MB MRCGP DRCOG DFP DYT Dippallmed LFhom.  During our interview, she explained what all the letters after her name meant, and, among other things, spoke about life activation.  She has worked in all aspects of medicine, including hospice and palliative care.  She is an international teacher with the Modern Mystery School.  &nb...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Hephzi Pemberton recently and talking about her book, The Diversity Playbook. Her book, which I just ordered through Amazon, demonstrates with clarity, relevant case studies and research as well as an applicable exercise in each chapter, show leaders and firms who embrace and embed inclusion and diversity into their business will benefit. They will be the busine...

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Eugenia Kuzmina.  She is not only an actress, model, singer and comedian, she has an interesting story.  She began her modeling career in Russia, went to France, and talks about how modeling is not the glamorous career everyone fantasizes about.  Eugenia talks about the cattle calls, and bookings, and how, when starting out, she lived in...

I spoke to Erica "El" Dubois earlier today - her story is amazing.  El is a domestic abuse survivor who is still being stalked by her ex husband.  She speaks of her experiences with the local law enforcement and the District Attorney's office, who were unable to help her.  She addresses the issues of legislation that helps survivors and life after the escape. El's book - Twisted Cro...

I had the pleasure of speaking with writer/producer Mokesh Modi a few days ago.  His newest project, "The Elevator", is intriguing.  The all star cast  consists of Eric Roberts, Eugenia Kuzmina, Matt Rife, Avery Llardi and Avery Morris.   The plot consists of Roman Juniper, husband and father of three, is forced to go to work on the Saturday of his daughter's birthday.  He...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Harold Rosen a few days ago. Harold has obtained compelling evidence from several state lotteries that revealed suspicious patterns and corruption in the state lottery system. Harold talks about the numbers 0 0 0 and 9 1 1, how when they show up in the lottery numbers, and the national tragedies that follow. I could have gone on for hours with him – very interes...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Dave Look recently. Dave is a multi-talented musician, writer and content creator. Dave has been doing multiple things during the quarantine – writing and recording music, writing novellas and creating content for his YouTube channel. He also does a cooking show on his YouTube channel called Looking and Cooking. Dave educated me on Swamp music. Dave has been wri...

I had the pleasure of meeting Ted Russell Kamp a few years ago, and have heard him in several clubs and festivals in the Los Angeles area. Don’t know where to begin – Ted is an incredible singer/songwriter/producer and Grammy winning bass player. We start out talking about his love for music - he started out playing trumpet !!!!   Then he went on to bass .... Ted writes, records and trav...

What can I say about Anthony Williams? He was born with a heart condition, had a mitral valve replacement, is a game designer, hockey player, podcaster (The Independent Mouth), parent to two children and has an interesting life and story to tell. During our podcast, we talk about how and why he left New York - yes, a fellow New York Italian !!!! -- lived in Seattle and landing in Temecula. I met w...

Just some good old boys, never doing no harm ....    I had the pleasure of chatting with Byron aka Coy Duke recently and very grateful he took time from his busy day (deep sea fishing!) to talk to me. Byron has just finished a faith based movie, and is flying to Ocala, Florida, for a reality based pilot. In October, he will be at Hazzard Fest. One of the “How did this happen” moments we...

What do you get when you put Lainie Kazan, Renee Taylor, A Rabbi, a Priest, a Muslim holy man and a Sikh mystic together?  You get Tango Shalom! Oh, did I mention the Vatican Choir and Sikh Temple Band does the music? This is the first film in history to do so, and the first film in history to bring all four faiths together. Gabriel Bologna, producer and director of this incredible film talks...

What can I say about Michael Vaccaro? Actor, Producer, Writer, Model and just a really cool guy.  During our podcast, Michael talks about life during lockdown – he wrote, worked an incredible amount and wrote some more. His latest project - “Gays Without Cages”, a short film to be filmed in Palm Springs soon. Please check out the gofundme on Michael’s website and facebook page. Michael wrote...

What can I say about Sean Casey? He is the man that has done everything.  He has the perfect broadcasting voice but wait – he was a broadcaster! His first job in radio, under the name of Ray Gilmore, was at a classical music station. Sean talks about how his name was changed from Ray to Sean, his years in radio, and gives advice about a radio career. His advice? Go into television – it keeps...

Jeremy and I chatted again.  This is episode 4 and its more like a talk show.  Jeremy talks about his life during Covid.  He's writing his second musical and gave us a hint of what its about.  We also talk about walking around his neighborhood, and dogs, lots of dogs!   He's a fun guy and ladies - he's single !!! Grab a cup of coffee, sit down for half an hour and lis...

We have another episode with singer/songwriter/actor and my friend, Jeremy Ebenstein.  During this episode, Jeremy does one original song, and a cover by Laurence Jones Band.  We talk about his influences, how he's been spending quarantine, and of course, Elvis Presley.   We also talk about walking - During the short time Los Angeles was open, I would go walking with Jeremy. &n...

What can I say about Geoffrey Mark? He is a writer, actor, jazz singer, radio host, show biz historian,  voiceover artist and keeper of my secrets – he does everything! AND – he has had an interesting life.  During this podcast, Geoff talks about his beginning in show business, how he met the love of his life (Joel) in a class, his time in Arkansas (the Klan harassed him constantly), his...

I had the pleasure of chatting with Don Baldaramos recently. He has done everything! We spoke about his work with Jose Ferrar on Masterpiece Theatre – he said he had his hands around Ferrar’s neck !!! Not a lot of people can say that. Don has worked on everything – from Suburbicon with Matt Damon to Sci Fi to voiceovers, and has just finished the movie “Monstrous.” Can’t wait for it to be released...

The voice and soul of an angel, from pure and earthy to passionate and soulful, Nashville-based recording artist Sheri Pedigo’s musical style is a breathtaking mix of Karen Carpenter and Tina Turner (her favorite singer), which has led fans to call Sheri an “Angel with Soul.” Sheri has shared the stage with various music icons, including Billy Davis and Marilyn McCoo, co-writing with Stephen Housd...

What can I say about Thom Michael Mulligan? Well – a lot!! Thom’s mother was a stage actress, and brought him to an audition – he got the part in a play called “Street Scene.” When he was ten he discovered hockey. Beside the usual biography (below), Thom is an avid hockey player and coach (coaching is on hold for the moment), During this podcast, we cover all subjects, ranging from toilet paper ho...

What can I say about the man who has done everything, except being a rock star and president? I don’t know where to start.  I had the pleasure of interviewing Patrick Kilpatrick recently. We spoke about his start as an ad agency writer, journalist, creative director and on-air reporter for 11- time Emmy winning "What's Happening America", Patrick worked for nearly every major magazine and ad...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Skye Delamey recently and was amazed at how versatile she is. Skye is a master vocalist (4 octaves), singer/songwriter, piano player, actress, pin up girl and author. Skye also sells out all shows at the Whiskey when she plays there. During our interview, I learned that Skye not only went to UCLA, she also went to Loyola Marymount and Stella Adler, and has had a...

I had the pleasure of speaking with esteemed actor and minister, Mel Novak. I knew he was a talented actor – I did not know he was a prison and skid row minister. Mel was set to be an athlete, however, fate had other plans for him, and he has had over 28 surgeries and he is a cancer survivor. He is divorced, and raised his two daughters alone. As an actor, Mel made his film debut in two 1970’s fil...

I had the pleasure of speaking with David Velo Stewart again. David tells us about his exciting new app, Trill Vision.  The Trill Vision app will be available on IOS, coming to Android in March 2021 and its free. I’m very excited about the Trill Vision app. One of the cool features is - Friday nights, there is a Virtual Interaction Cinema via the app. People actually dress up. It’s a night ou...