The Edge with Mark Thompson

In his new book, REIGN OF TERROR HOW THE 9/11 ERA DESTABILIZED AMERICA AND PRODUCED TRUMP. the Pulitzer prize winning investigative journalist, Spencer Ackerman, lays bare the realities of a 20 year war in Afghanistan, the war in Iraq, and the rise of the surveillance state.  Spencer links to the post 9-11 era the increasing realities around white supremacy, domestic terrorism and, ultimately, Donald Trump. Spencer talks to Mark for the entire episode. You can purchase Spencer's book here: REIGN OF TERROR Reach our show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Best selling author Mark Bittman...Plus..Author and Researcher Sara Kamali, PHD To call Mark Bittman an authority on food and eating is to understate it in the extreme.  His columns, books and writings have, for decades, in the New York Times and elsewhere, celebrated the delights of food and the changing nature of trends in what we eat. In his latest book, ANIMAL, VEGETABLE, JUNK he takes on Big Food and reexamines that nature of the food we eat, how it's prepared and where it comes from. It's a revolutionary notion and comprehensive treatment of a subject Bittman has written about for decades. He talks with Mark Thompson. Then Sara Kamali chronicles, in her latest book, the causes and manifestations of a rise in white nationalism and militant Islamists. Mark and Sara discuss the rise of Q, disinformation and the threat of these groups in the coming years. Sara strikes a note of optimism. 00-:57 Welcome 1:48- 23:00 Mark Bittman 23:10- 58:30 Sara Kamali Contact the show by email at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

You could go for years and years and never run into the personalities and experiences that our three guests share. As anchors on the NBC and Fox stations in Los Angeles all three of our guests have lives filled with a window on everything from show business to hard news. Kelly Lange talks about experiences with everyone from Orson Welles to Bob Hope to Johnny Carson and her prolific career writing murder mysteries… Fritz Coleman talks about trying to build a show business career in a less than friendly Hollywood… And John Beard shares the tale of rescuing a child from war torn Lebanon.  Then, years later John talks of being fired from Fox11 and an incident that may have led up to that firing. Mark also has stories and chimes in as well!  Enjoy Reach the show at EdgewithMarkthompson@gmail.com

So much here on this packed episode... Author Mark Harris has just completed a fascinating biography about Director, Mike Nichols.  MIKE NICHOLS: A LIFE Harris joins Mark Thompson to discuss... Mike Nichols, an immigrant, with a troubled childhood, emerges as a key figure in entertainment, Mike Nichols story is a remarkable one. Then, J Elvis Weinstein joins Mark for a conversation about a lot of things: Don McLean the singer and his girlfriend and also a word about Mark's radio producer, Albert, who has also joined.  Mark tells a story about his failed Comedy Central pilot script and how success in show business has to bring many things together.  Finally, our featured guest is Dr. Roger Minkow.  Roger is an inventor who revolutionized the bicycle seat for millions of men suffering from erectile dysfunction.  His seats literally changed that world. Roger is also the mind behind airline seat redesign that's been installed in cockpits around the world. Roger Minkow has arrived to the show on this episode with a story of cancer and a virtual healer who is delivered to his life in a bizarre and chance fashion. Check it out and tell us what you think. edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-2:11 Mark says hello 2:11-13:28 Mark Harris on Mike Nichols 13:28-39:15 J Elvis joins Mark and they welcome Albert 39:15-1:23:00. Dr Roger Minkow

Comedy writer, Merrill Markoe, has a keen perspective on life. Now, she turns that perspective toward her own life, having recently discovered her childhood diaries and turned them into an annotated and illustrated journey in the form of her latest book, We Saw Scenery--The Early Diaries of Merrill Markoe. Merrill is a multiple Emmy Award-winning writer and boosted The David Letterman show into the America cultural zeitgeist. She also wrote for shows like Sex and the City, Newhart and Moonlighting. Merrill's written eight books in addition to her latest and was awarded the Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award for television writing achievement. She joins Mark and J Elvis Weinstein to talk about her book, We Saw Scenery--The Early Diaries of Merrill Markoe. The second half of the show brings on a man who has spent his life on the street.  Homeless by choice, Bumdog Torres discusses the year 2020 which had unimaginable challenges for all of us but for the homeless those challenges were amplified and encompassed a civil disobedience movement in addition to COVID-19. You can reach the show at EdgewithMarkthompson@gmail.com

Nothing says it's the holidays like our podcast tradition of a visit with comedian, BOBBY SLAYTON. Bobby talks about coming up as a club comic with Dana Carvey and Robin Williams...Looking back at his early days in comedy clubs...His life in Vegas anchoring a showroom. Bobby describes opening for famous musicians and how that help create his aggressive manner on stage... He hits on the proliferation of podcasts...celebrity dinner parties...and how early in the day you can crack a bottle of wine. Bobby tells us what's going on now and how he became the voice of SKECHERS... Bobby tells Mark about how last new year's eve, performing in Hawaii (with Bill Maher, Sarah Silverman, Joe Walsh, Sean Penn and Eddie Vedder), may have been the best ever. Happy holidays and enjoy, “The Pit Bull of Comedy”, Bobby Slayton. Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Author, journalist and professor, Jared Yates Sexton, joins Mark Thompson to talk about his latest, enormously compelling and intensely researched book, American Rule: How a Nation Conquered the World but Failed Its People Jared goes way beyond the myth of American exceptionalism with which most are familiar and looks to the start of the nation and the "founding fathers".   He continues the trip through history with discussions that include the Reagan years and legacy and extend to even the latest election. The show starts with political commentator, Michael Shure and comedian/documentary filmmaker, J Elvis Weinstein, doing a post-mortem on the Presidential election and a look at the future in which Donald Trump may be very much relevant. 00:00-1:50 Mark welcome 1:50- 25:08 J Elvis, Michael Shure and Mark 25:08-49:41 Jared Yates Sexton and Mark        

Guest, Billy Ray, is an award winning director and writer who has brought (among others) THE HUNGER GAMES, CAPTAIN PHILLIPS, RICHARD JEWELL and SHATTERED GLASS to the screen. Billy's latest chronicles the narrative and controversy around former FBI Director James Comey and his, ulitrmately doomed, relationship with Donald Trump. The two part television event, THE COMEY RULE, airs on Showtime and VOD. The show begins with political correspondent, Michael Shure, surveying the Presidential race and the current political landscape. Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-01:15  Mark welcom 1:15-15:30 Michael Shure politics 15:30-1:01:00  Director/Writer Billy Ray

Forbes Senior Editor, Dan Alexander, has a new book called, White House Inc.: How Donald Trump Turned the Presidency Into a Business The book details President Trump's efforts to make money off of politics, taking us inside his exclusive clubs, luxury hotels, overseas partnerships, commercial properties, and personal mansions. Dan tracks hundreds of millions of dollars flowing freely between big businesses and President Trump. He explains, in plain language, how Trump tried to translate power into profit, from the 2016 campaign to the ramp-up to the 2020 campaign.   But, just because there's all that money washing back and forth DOESN'T mean that Trump has made it profitable.  He hasn't. First, political analyst and correspondent, Michael Shure talks with Mark Thompson and J. Elvis Weinstein about Trump getting COVID-19 and the last debate forum in Cleveland (from which he's just returned). Also, Trump's COVID situation and how it changes a political  landscape already being readied for legal challenges to the outcome and for cyber attack among other things. 00-2:00 Mark welcome... 2:00-20:00 Debate mess and Trump gets Covid.--J Elvis Weinstein and Michael Shure 20:00-51:00 Dan Alexander --White House Inc. reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Columnist, lecturer and political strategist, Richard Greene, takes us through the likely strategy the GOP and Donald Trump will use to win a second term, no matter how big Trump's popular vote loss may be. Here's the link to Richard Greene's latest piece in Medium which lists the 12 ways Trump can, and likely will, win. First, J. Elvis Weinstein and Michael Shure react to the final night of the Republican Convention. Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00:00-01:35 Mark welcome 01:50-14:51  J Elvis Weinstein and Michael Shure 14:51-47:04 Richard Greene --Trump route to winning

Mark Thompson welcomes back comedian and documentary filmmaker, J. Elvis Weinstein, and the two speak with political analyst, Michael Shure about the Democratic National Convention. Then, after Michael, award winning former journalist and media executive, Joe Ferullo, joins the two and talks about how the use of media in this time of COVID-19 transformed essential media aspects of that convention. Lastly, why one of the biggest stories of the week involving Russian collusion and corruption is getting so little play. 00:00-01:25 Mark hello 01:25-16:46 Michael Shure 16:46-34:16 Joe Ferullo reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

When it comes to Trump, it's all about money and The Washington Post's David Farenthold is one of our favorites when it comes to covering the part of the Trump administration that connects to money. David joins Mark to talk about the strategies that Trump has used on the media and the country and how they reflect those he used at what turned out to be the fraud that was Trump University. You can read the David Farenthold article that Mark talks about here Professor Edward Goldberg joins Mark for the second half of the show.  He says our nationalist trade policies are destroying the country and the pandemic has only hastened those realities. His book is Why Globalization Works For Amberica: How Nationalist Trade Policies Are Destroying Our Country :02:-24 David Farenthold  :24-:59 Professor Edward Goldberg     

Director, writer and producer Rod Lurie is getting terrific reviews for his film, THE OUTPOST, which tells the true story of an attack on an American outpost in Afghanistan. This film is not pro-war or anti-war and doesn't have a political slant one way or another but does provide the viewer with an immersive, riveting experience. Mark talks with Rod about shooting this movie which feels all too real and how, several times, the movie almost didn't happen or was derailed. It's Rod and Mark for the entire episode. :00-01:30 Mark welcome 1:30-47:00 Mark and Rod Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

As political awareness and participation increases, Jimmy Dore is at the center of a lot of the action. Jimmy is a political activist and comic with a formidable following. Jimmy Dore joins Mark for the entire episode. :00-01:30 Mark hello 01:30-53:00 Jimmy Dore and Mark T Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com  

The bailout/rescue package that's poured trillions of dollars into the American economy has done so in a very specific way.  The corporate money grab is beyond anything most Americans would  imagine. The remarkable truths about the bailout are revealed by guest, David Dayen, from The American Prospect. Here's a link to David's article at prospect.org  Michael Shure kicks us off the episode with the politics and realities of life in America as COVID-19 lockdowns and Black Lives Matter unrest meet and produce uncomfortable realities in America. 00-02:00 Mark intro 2:00-29:00 Michael Shure 29:00-1:01:00 Journalist David Dayen Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com  

Comedian Eddie Pepitone has been the subject of documentaries and has made his way through the comedy scene as both enormously popular with audiences and "a comic's comic". What's it like to see the live comedy scene shut down because of COVID19?  How does the comedy scene still flourish during this time of unprecedented obstacles? Eddie joins J Elvis Weinstein for the conversation. First, Michael Shure talks key political races and election politics.  The guys also remember performances from Al Pacino and the TV series, Emergency. 00-06:30 Mark on U.S. rioting 7:00-30:30 Michael Shure politics 30:30-1:08:30 Comedian Eddie Pepitone To reach the show: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Josh Mankiewicz from Dateline NBC has the number one podcast in America right now.  It's called, MOTIVE FOR MURDER.  He takes us through some of the beats of the podcast. He talks with longtime friend, Mark Thompson, and comedian/documentary filmmaker, J.Elvis Weinstein about life as a Mankiewicz (his grandfather wrote Citizen Kane and his family is something of show business and Washington political royalty). Finally, culture blaster, Michael Snyder (culture critic for Marina Times and writer of Coastal Commuter Column) reviews entertainment picks and kicks it around with Mark and J. Elvis. 00:00-08:15 Mark and J Elvis welcome 08:15-1:01:24 Josh Maniewcz 1:01:24-1:18:46  Culture Blaster, Critic Michael Snyder  Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com  

In an election season marked by new challenges created by COVID-19, Joe Biden has a challenge not unfamiliar to some high profile men:  An accusation of sexual assault. How to appropriately engage on this issue and how to campaign during a presidential election season that is unlike any other. Political analyst Michael Shure joins Mark Thompson and J. Elvis Weinstein for the conversation. :00-33:20 Mark, J Elvis and Michael Shure You can contact the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com    

Our guest, Dan Gerstein, contracted COVID-19 but added several societal layers.  Starting with his wife whose family was enduring the brunt of it in her home, Italy. He wrote about it in his NY Daily News article He talks with Mark Thompson and J Elvis Weinstein about the entire experience of the earlier days of the COVID-19 outbreak in NYC. First, Mark torments J Elvis with his new "toy" and the two review the world of presidential corona virus briefings and the magic of Huell Howser 00-2:30 Intro 2:45- 30:40 J Elvis Weinstein  31:00- 1:01:50 Dan Gerstein on COVID19 in his life Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Mark Thompson and J Elvis Weinstein discuss life as shut-ins and some of the news around the Covid-19 outbreak. Then, Pulitzer Prize winner and investigative journalist, David Cay Johnston on the world of Trump and money in politics.   David's website is DCreport.org Then, Pulitzer Prize winning investigative journalist for the Washington Post, Phillip Rucker, on his new book, A Very Stable Genius: Donald J Trump's Testing of America   :00-1:30 Mark intro 1:30-23:00 Mark and J Elvis Weinstein talk life under COVID19 23:00- 1:04:45 David Cay Johnston joins Mark and J.Elvis 1:04:45-1:41:30 Washington Post journalist, Phillip Rucker  

In this episode: The cops come to Mark's house in force...Michael Shure talks campaign politics and superstar plant dietician Julieanna Hever joins Mark. Julieanna's latest book, The Healthspan Solution--How and What to Eat to Add Years To Your Life is a mix of science, recipes and beautiful photos of delicious food! She's written the book with scientist and gourmet chef, Ray Cronise. Julieanna's Books are available at Julieanna's website First,  Mark talks with political correspondent, Michael Shure, who is on the road with the Presidential candidates.  The two talk about the flaws in the caucus system and Bernie's chances (along with Elizabeth Warren and the progressive left) moving forward Plus, they visit a bizarre and magical hockey moment. Then, Mark welcomes in J. Elvis Weinstein.  Mark tells the story of an intruder at his home and cops showing up with a massive show of force and the arrest that follows. To reach the show: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-1:00 Mark welcome 1:30-17:15 Michael Shure on Politics 17:50-46:55 J Elvis Weinstein joins for Mark's "cop story" 46:55-1:19:40 Superstar Dietician, Julieanna Hever  

From the road in New Hampshire, political reporter Michael Shure talks about the mess of Iowa, the primary in New Hampshire and the impeachment acquittal of Donald Trump. Then... Mark speaks with the director and one of the activists profiled in the new documentary THE ANIMAL PEOPLE:  (summary from IMDB) Fifteen years in the making, this feature documentary - Executive Produced by Joaquin Phoenix - follows the journey of six young Americans who find themselves targeted as terrorists by the US government for their involvement in a controversial protest campaign. Seeing the future of social movement organizing, the activists used the then fledgling internet to dramatically magnify their impact as they systematically knocked out the pillars of financial support that kept the company in business. But when letter writing and protests began to mushroom into dead-of-night vandalism and worse by unknown activists, this corporation and the government formed an alliance to destroy the group. The FBI began an unprecedented campaign of surveillance in preparation for prosecution, creating a model that would later be used against Occupy Wall Street and Black Lives Matter. Congress, under corporate influence, rewrote laws and bent the definition of incitement in order to accomplish the prosecution of these six, potentially weakening free speech rights for all Americans. Featuring expansive interviews with the activists spanning over a decade, rare archival footage - including never-before-seen FBI undercover surveillance tapes, wiretaps and government documents, The Animal People is a chilling portrait of what happens when activism rattles the institutions of power. :00- 2:50  Mark welcome and explains episode  3:15-17:05  Michael Shure checks in from New Hampshire                Primary...Also talks impeachment vote/acquittal. 17:10-1:15:16   From the documentary film, THE ANIMAL PEOPLE, Director, Casey Suchan and activist, Jake Conroy  Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Mark welcomes back the audience and J Elvis Weinstein! Then... As head writer on the Letterman Show (both daytime and late night) Merrill has influenced the entire culture and genre of contemporary talk shows. We visit with her as she writes her acceptance speech for the prestigious Paddy Chayefsky Laurel Award from the Writers Guild and reflects on her award winning work with the Letterman shows--work that shaped a generation of comedy. J Elvis Weinstein joins Mark Thompson for the talk with Merrill. Then, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, James Risen on Iran, the U.S. intelligence community and a reinvigorated abortion debate in America. 00:00-07:20 Mark welcomes back the audience and J Elvis Weinstein! 720-41:10   Merrill Markoe on Comedy 41:25- 1:17:30 James Risen on Intel Community, Iran and Abortion Rights reach the show at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

It's a holiday tradition, comedian, Bobby Slayton comes through.   He's doing a big new year's eve series of shows in Hawaii with Bill Maher and Sarah Silverman. Mark asks Bobby about his work with Woody Allen and how it came about and that leads to talk of Bobby's work in the films ED WOOD, DREAMGIRLS and THE RAT PACK. The show starts with Michael Shure checking in from the scene of the final Democratic Debate of the year. 00-02:15 Mark intro 2:15-12:48 Michael Shure on Politics 12:48-1:07:50 Bobby Slayton Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

As a former top media executive, Joe Ferullo, supervised Judge Judy, Dr. Phil, Entertainment Tonight and a huge menu of other successful syndicated offerings. Now that he's out of that day to day work he's able to shine a light on the shortcomings and media realities when it comes to covering politics. The power and, at the same time, the shortcomings of the media leave a divided nation needing a better system. This episode also features, J. Elvis Weinstein, comedian Jon Ross and political correspondent, Michael Shure. 00-:1:00 Mark offers a pre-intro welcome 1:00-4:00 Mark and J. Elvis Welcome/Intro 4:00-19:55 Mark gets burned out of his house (feat. J. Elvis Weinstein) 20:00-29:04 Michael Shure on politics and impeachment hearings 29:04-47:50 Comedian/Producer Jon Ross visits from New England 47:50- 1:31:15 Former Media Executive Joe Ferullo Exposes Media Flaws on Political Beat Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Bean Baxter and Mark Thompson have been friends for most of their lives and began their careers at roughly the same time. The two talk about Bean leaving his successful morning show after 30 years and what his plans will be. They also tell stories from working at a suburban/rural station outside of Washington DC where the two met. Bean is the only guest in this episode which runs approximately 40 mins. Reach the show: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Atlantic Magazine writer, Derek Thompson, is our guest for a conversation about and around provocative stories and subjects he's written about. Derek touches on a part of the economy that's doing well but isn't getting any attention, the bizarre reason for the declining population of a few major American cities and the elite sports that give the advantage to rich, white high schoolers.  Mark and Derek also revisit his book, Hit Makers, the making of a hit idea (the science of popularity) For the articles from Derek Thompson that we spoke of and more, here's the link: https://www.theatlantic.com/author/derek-thompson/ For Derek's book click here:  HIT MAKERS Michael Shure visits to talk Mayor Pete, Elizabeth Warren, Iowa polls, the Syria mess and a prediction. contact the show at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-:45 show open 00:00:45-00:22:15 Michael Shure on Politics 00:22:15-00:58:00 Atlantic Writer, Derek Thompson

Our own J. Elvis Weinstein has a new comedy album, CHUNKS.Mark and J Elvis talk about the album and play excerpts.They also visit about J Elvis's new movie role.First, political analyst, Michael Shure, breaks down U.S. relations with the Saudis, Turks and a complicated involvement with the Middle East.He also looks at Joe Biden, Donald Trump and the state of the current political scene.Contact the show at:edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Our own J. Elvis Weinstein has a new comedy album, CHUNKS. Mark and J Elvis talk about the album and play excerpts. They also visit about J Elvis's new movie role. First, political analyst, Michael Shure, breaks down U.S. relations with the Saudis, Turks and a complicated involvement with the Middle East.  He also looks at Joe Biden, Donald Trump and the state of the current political scene. Contact the show at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Legendary Monty Python performer John Cleese has a daughter who is a writer and comedian and whose life with her father John is the source of laughter, frustration and even derision.She visits with Mark and J Elvis Weinstein and tells stories of growing up with the remarkable Monty Python performer and going on the road as part of her famous father's one man show.As always, we welcome comedian and documentary filmmaker J. Elvis Weinstein as he sits in with Mark Thompson for the conversation with Camilla Cleese.First, Michael Shure talks all things politics!Contact the show:edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com:00-02:30 Mark hello/intro2:30-15:35 Michael Shure on Politics15:47-1:17:30 Camilla Cleese

Bumdog Torres has been homeless all around the world by deliberate choice.Mark talks with Bumdog about why he's chosen this life, his journey though life around the world as a homeless person and what it's like to live on the streets.First, political expert, Michael Shure, breaks down Congress, Trump and an impending impeachment inquiry.00-03:45 Mark And J Elvis Intro4:00-20:06 Michael Shure on Politics20:06-1:28:00 Bumdog Torres Contact us at : edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Legendary Monty Python performer John Cleese has a daughter who is a writer and comedian and whose life with her father John is the source of laughter, frustration and even derision. She visits with Mark and J Elvis Weinstein and tells stories of growing up with the remarkable Monty Python performer and going on the road as part of her famous father's one man show. As always, we welcome comedian and documentary filmmaker J. Elvis Weinstein as he sits in with Mark Thompson for the conversation with Camilla Cleese.  First, Michael Shure talks all things politics! Contact the show: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com :00-02:30 Mark hello/intro 2:30-15:35 Michael Shure on Politics 15:47-1:17:30 Camilla Cleese

Bumdog Torres has been homeless all around the world by deliberate choice. Mark talks with Bumdog about why he's chosen this life, his journey though life around the world as a homeless person and what it's like to live on the streets. First, political expert, Michael Shure, breaks down Congress, Trump and an impending impeachment inquiry. 00-03:45 Mark And J Elvis Intro 4:00-20:06 Michael Shure on Politics 20:06-1:28:00 Bumdog Torres   Contact us at : edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Henri Dauman and his camera lens have been witness to some of the most famous people and memorable events in modern history.His photographs splashed across magazines like LIFE, LOOK and PARIS MATCH in the heydays of those publications and vaulted him to the top of his field.He visits with Mark Thompson and J Elvis Weinstein and although they begin with discussions of his photography and his iconic photos chronicling American life, the emotional, personal story that is Henri's life is one they discuss in detail as well.Henri's father was killed by the Nazis at Auschwitz and his mother died in a freakish accident when Henri was only 13. This, after his mother and he had separated and survived hiding from the Nazis as they rose to power in France.Henri's work and life is brilliantly put together in a yet-to-be-released documentary called Henri Dauman: Looking Up. The director of that documentary, Peter Kenneth Jones joins Mark and Josh at the end of the show.contact us at:edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com00-03:09 Mark intros03:09-1:10 Henri Dauman1:10-1:19:05 Peter Kenneth Jones, Documentary Director

Henri Dauman and his camera lens have been witness to some of the most famous people and memorable events in modern history.  His photographs splashed across magazines like LIFE, LOOK and  PARIS MATCH in the heydays of those publications and vaulted him to the top of his field. He visits with Mark Thompson and J Elvis Weinstein and although they begin with discussions of his photography and his iconic photos chronicling American life, the emotional, personal story that is Henri's life is one they discuss in detail as well. Henri's father was killed by the Nazis at Auschwitz and his mother died in a freakish accident when Henri was only 13.  This, after his mother and be had separated and survived hiding from the Nazis as they rose to power in France. Henri's work and life is brilliantly put together in a yet-to-be-released documentary called Henri Dauman: Looking Up.  The director of that documentary, Peter Kenneth Jones joins Mark and Josh at the end of the show. contact us at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-03:09 Mark intros 03:09-1:10 Henri Dauman 1:10-1:19:05 Peter Kenneth Jones, Documentary Director    

TIME OF MY LIFE is one of the best known songs ever…Franke Previte, at the time a hard rocker, wrote it for the film, DIRTY DANCING.He takes Mark through the story of where he was and where he ended up after the song hit.The film. Dirty Dancing, was desperately in need of a key song and Franke wrote TIME OF MY LIFE along with a second hit, Hungry Eyes that's in the movie as well.The song, TIME OF MY LIFE won an Academy Award in 1987 and Franke also got a Golden Globe and Grammy nomination.The song has gone on to be used frequently in commercials and other media offerings long after the film it was written for has gone to streaming services.Meantime, Franke has written many other songs as well.He visits with Mark from his home in New Jersey.For more information on Franke's other projects and to hear his original music, including TIME OF YOUR LIFE as he'd recorded it, here are the links.

TIME OF MY LIFE is one of the best known songs ever...Franke Previte, at the time a hard rocker, wrote it for the film, DIRTY DANCING. He takes Mark through the story of where he was and where he ended up after the song hit. The film. Dirty Dancing, was desperately in need of a key song and Franke wrote TIME OF MY LIFE along with a second hit, Hungry Eyes that's in the movie as well. The song, TIME OF MY LIFE won an Academy Award in 1987 and Franke also got a Golden Globe and Grammy nomination. The song has gone on to be used frequently in commercials and other media offerings long after the film it was written for has gone to streaming services. Meantime, Franke has written many other songs as well. He visits with Mark from his home in New Jersey. For more information on Franke's other projects and to hear his original music, including TIME OF YOUR LIFE as he'd recorded it, here are the links. Original TIME OF YOUR LIFE DEMO as done by Franke Also: fridaymusic.com callingalldivas.com

:00-4:30 Mark intros show4:57 Mark and J. Elvis Weinstein chat8:48 -28:53 Tennis Champion Brian Teacher joins in28:53-37:25 Comic Ron Placone on Net Neutrality37:25-1:07:00 TalkRadio's John Kobylt on Weaponizing the Word SocialismReach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

:00-4:30 Mark intros show 4:57 Mark and J. Elvis Weinstein chat 8:48 -28:53 Tennis Champion Brian Teacher joins in 28:53-37:25 Comic Ron Placone on Net Neutrality 37:25-1:07:00 TalkRadio's John Kobylt on Weaponizing the Word    Socialism Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

It's a special quick conversation with political analyst, Michael Shure. Michael has been on the road for a while but he swings through for a quick visit and some thoughts on the growing field of Democratic candidates for President.Michael and Mark also talk about, the recently indicted, Julian Assange and whether or not he's a journalist. The two also touch on growing tensions around Iran.You can reach us at:edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

It's a special quick conversation with political analyst, Michael Shure, has been on the road for awhile but he swings through for a quick visit and some thoughts on the growing field of Democratic candidates for President. Michael and Mark also talk about, the recently indicted, Julian Assange and whether or not he's a journalist.  The two also touch on growing tensions around Iran.  You can reach us at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

This episode features a conversation with Paul Pope, whose father founded the National Enquirer.But the story of Paul Pope's family is a remarkable one extending well beyond the Enquirer.Paul's story extends back to his grandfather's arrival to NYC from Italy with no money but with a determination and ambition that would eventually make him a major stakeholder in the future of NYC.Paul's father became a major media player, starting The Enquirer and driving it to top circulation through a series of strategic journalistic and marketing strategies.You can get a copy of Paul's book here: The Deeds of My Fathers: How My Grandfather and Father Built New York and Created the Tabloid World of Today

This episode features a conversation with Paul Pope, whose father founded the National Enquirer. But the story of Paul Pope's family is a remarkable one extending well beyond the Enquirer. Paul's story extends back to his grandfather's arrival to NYC from Italy with no money but with a determination and ambition that would eventually make him a major stakeholder in the future of NYC. Paul's father became a major media player, starting The Enquirer and driving it to top circulation through a series of strategic journalistic and marketing strategies. You can get a copy of Paul's book here:   The Deeds of My Fathers: How My Grandfather and Father Built New York and Created the Tabloid World of Today Reach the show at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

Political analyst, Michael Shure, joins J. Elvis Weinstein and Mark Thompson to talk about the state of everything from the White House to the enormous field of Democrats running for President. The conversation begins with some difficulties reaching Michael...  00:00-01:03 Mark intro 1:03-47:05  Michael Shure joins J Elvis and Mark Contact the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com

As third world energy demands increase and worldwide demands expand, there is a need to find clean, affordable energy.Some have pointed to nuclear power as the answer.Former Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Greg Jaczko Speaks with Mark about the misguided hope of nuclear power and the clear dangers associated with bringing more reactors on line worldwide.Gregory Jaczko has written the book CONFESSIONS OF A ROGUE NUCLEAR REGULATOR you can get it here.contact the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com:00-03:05 Mark welcome3:05-5:50 Comic, J. Elvis Weinstein and Mark visit briefly5:50-38:33 Former Chairman, Greg Jaczko, talks with Mark

As third world energy demands increase and worldwide demands expand, there is a need to find clean, affordable energy. Some have pointed to nuclear power as the answer.  Former Chairman of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Greg Jaczko Speaks with Mark about the misguided hope of nuclear power and the clear dangers associated with bringing more reactors on line worldwide. Gregory Jaczko has written the book CONFESSIONS OF A ROGUE NUCLEAR REGULATOR you can get it here. contact the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com :00-03:05 Mark welcome 3:05-5:50 Comic, J. Elvis Weinstein and Mark visit briefly 5:50-38:33 Former Chairman, Greg Jaczko, talks with Mark  

Having just arrived in the USA, Kate Kember from Manuka Health stops through the show alongside Sam Rubin who has become an enthusiastic consumer of the Manuka Health products.The crew discusses the physical benefits that extend well beyond their extraordinary, magical honey.More information on what is talked about in this episode at: http://manukahealth.co.nz

Having just arrived in the USA, Kate Kember from Manuka Health stops through the show alongside Sam Rubin who has become an enthusiastic consumer of the Manuka Health products. The crew discusses the physical benefits that extend well beyond their extraordinary, magical honey. More information on what is talked about in this episode at: http://manukahealth.co.nz

Investigative reporter, Vicky Ward, details for Mark the merging of Jared and Ivanka and the resulting unbridled greed that is now determining much of American policy on the international and domestic stages.To get Vicky Ward's book click here:Kushner, Inc.: Greed. Ambition. Corruption. The Extraordinary Story of Jared Kushner and Ivanka TrumpTo reach us: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com:00-2:00 Show open/Mark intro2:00-34:00 Vicky Ward on Jared and Ivanka

Investigative reporter, Vicky Ward, details for Mark the merging of Jared and Ivanka and the resulting unbridled greed that is now determining much of American policy on the international and domestic stages. To get Vicky Ward's book click here:   Kushner, Inc.: Greed. Ambition. Corruption. The Extraordinary Story of Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump To reach us: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com  :00-2:00 Show open/Mark intro 2:00-34:00 Vicky Ward on Jared and Ivanka    

Mary Kay Place is so good in the new film, Diane..Mark loves the movie.She visits with Mark and talks about, through the years, collaborating with Norman Lear, doing Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman and even making serious, legitimate country music albums with legends of country music like Emmylou Harris.The film, Diane, is in theaters now.