Podcasts about bochco

Elaine Aronson joined me to discuss 60's TV; growing up in Newton, Mass; going to college for dance; graduating from UCSB with a degree in dramatic arts w/o talking a drama class; teaching dance; being a secretary at Empire Pictures; writing scenes for child actors; getting Ron Zimmerman as a mentor; writing a spec Molly Dodd; getting hired on It's the Garry Shandling Show; first episode is Gilda Radner episode; strike happens and goes back to being a waitress; "Save Mr. Peck's" an all guest star episode; "Worry Wort"; how an episode doesn't start with tricks; moving to Night Court; Phil / Will; meeting Bill Clinton; writing the final episode and 30 Rock redoing it; doing Doogie Howser, MD; the Bochco method; having an ear infection and not being able to hear when having to interview deaf actresses; meeting her husband, Curtis Armstrong; Gilbert Gottfried; Clinic Defense Alliance; working on Good Advice & Cybill; Christine Baranski; the failure of The Gregory Hines Show; Maggie; The Weber Show; That 80's Show; The Game; Mystery Girls; Project MC2; You, Me, Her; how mini rooms are not leading to young writers being able to later run shows; her pilot Kitty's Dish; long hours currently on The Gilded Age; Long Island sets; Curtis' taping American Dad; Moonlighting

Great first two episodes, only had one complaint about the music. However, we are still wondering whether this was a good way for Bochco to go.

Its the big one that started it all off, HILL Street Blues. The cop show that cops love. It blew the competition out of the water with strong writing and innovations that are still in use today. A subject as tremendous as this requires a carefully thought out show with talented and interesting hosts, but you're stuck with Gaz & Dange so let's see how they did. And hey...Let's be careful out there! TIDRPINBOX@gmail.com

Episode 001 - Get to know me: the Hill District blues: Are you old enough to remember the hit television police drama series “Hill Street Blues”? I know most of the exteriors were shot in Chicago but Stephen Bochco attended Carnie Mellon University in Pittsburgh and as part of his thesis, he took a drive in a police car through my neighborhood, and years later wrote the riveting tv series. According to sources close to him “The run-down, shabby, drug-ridden impression of Pittsburgh's Hill District that Bochco acquired was apparently part of the inspiration for the show.” Yes, that was the backdrop of my life from birth to age 17 in a low-income neighborhood, lovingly called “da Hill District Projects”. I was raised by a hard-working, take no prisoners, party-until-you're-the-last-one-standing divorcee. And as a child of the 60s, what kept me company were tv shows like: Wild Animal Kingdom with Marlin Perkins, Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau, Wonderful World of Disney, Hawaii 5-0, plus Johnny Carson, Ed Sullivan, and Benny Hill; these shows all fueled my imagination and wanderlust.  At age 14, I was an eye-witness to a murder, that took me through grand jury and criminal trial testimonies and resulted in a 20-year prison sentence for the shooter. I also either witnessed or was related to so many other abuses, criminal behavior, drama, tragedies, and trauma that could send almost anyone straight to a psychiatrist's couch or off a rooftop. I had so many low moments in my young life that suicide was a serious consideration.  God, however, puts people in your life for a reason or a season and thankfully, because of the friendships that I formed, high school was awesome and a saving grace. Even if you don't believe in a higher power, sometimes you just need to say a little prayer or speak it into existence and trust in the answers or the signs that appear before you. Plus I wasn't going to go out like that. Suicide was just something Black people didn't do back then and neither was visiting a psychiatrist. So self-preservation became my daily mantra and I couldn't wait to leave Pittsburgh to explore the rest of the country, let alone the rest of the world.  Anyway, after short stints in the Army and college, I moved to Washington DC with my best friends and became Godmother to their 3 children. Even though I was trying to remain unaffected, my godchildren, slowly but surely, absolutely stole my heart without me realizing it and actually ruled some of my future choices. We'll discuss them in future episodes…  Anyway, I worked hard and played hard as I traveled the world while working full-time. But deep down inside, I was not happy, not content at all. Living in the USA as a black person, let alone a single black woman, has definitely not been easy and even though I succeeded in most of my career goals, I had too many awful instances that made me dream of living elsewhere. Since I did not have a college degree, my prospects of working in a foreign country were limited so my dreams shifted to The Slow Traveling Soul Sister podcast is sponsored and hosted by SelfishMe Travel. Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube, or join my travel agency email list. You can also email me at info@selfishmetravel.com and/or check out my website.

In this episode, Liz & Paul discuss season 1, episode 7 of Columbo - Lady in Waiting - starring Peter Falk, Leslie Nielsen, Susan Clark, Jessie Royce Landis, Joel Fluellen, & Richard Anderson.  Listen in as we discuss the Katherine Emery estate, Beth Chadwick's fabulous makeover, 1971 Ferraris, and Columbo's famous burger-eating scene at Tastee Freeze. One of the filming locations we discuss: 15910 ventura blvd in Encino.  And the YouTube documentary where Joel Fluellen discusses being black in Hollywood: https://youtu.be/x9YrIGV_G0s  Join our conversation on Instagram @trenchcoatcigar, on Twitter @trenchcoatcigar or email us at trenchcoatcigar@gmail.com.

One of the many fears this pandemic has magnified is that we can’t possibly focus on our careers and work at the highest level while also having time to be parents, partners, and well-rounded individuals. And with the transition to working from home, navigating this challenge has become even more complicated. Today, I’m talking with ACE editor Farrel Levy who has worked at a high level her whole career moving between features and television, working on shows like Nashville, NYPD Blue, and Criminal Minds. She was already a mom when she got her start in the business so she’s spent many years perfecting the balancing act. To say she is passionate about advocating that family and career are not mutually exclusive would be an understatement. Her passion comes from having successfully balanced the two for much of her career while also mentoring many others in the business working hard to do the same. In Farrel’s own words she firmly believes: “You can be proud of the work that you do and also proud of the fact that you’ve had a good life.” Farrel and I dive deep into the topic of work-life balance in Hollywood as well as many others including, mentorship, burnout, and choosing the right jobs to match your personal needs. If you’re a parent struggling to choose the next step in your career because you believe “it just can’t be done,” please listen to Farrel before believing that you can’t. Because she and I are both convinced that you absolutely CAN. Want to Hear More Episodes Like This One? » Click here to subscribe and never miss another episode Here’s What You’ll Learn: How Farrel got into the film business in New York. The criteria she used for choosing jobs so she could get home to her daughter at night. The surprise hit film that Farrel got her big break on and how it came about. How important it is to let people know what you want and be proactive. Why Farrel enjoys mentoring and seeing the success of those she’s mentored. Being a student of Farrel’s has often led to career success. The responsibility of the mentor to push the mentee, even if it means losing them as your assistant. Farrel’s advice for reaching out to a mentor and developing that relationship. KEY TAKEAWAY: The soft skills are a much bigger part of the job than most people realize. What Farrel means by calling a successful editor a chameleon. KEY TAKEAWAY: Persistence and patience is critical when networking and finding mentors. How to navigate being a parent while also managing your career. Why she made the switch from features to television. What Farrel tells parents who are afraid that they can’t both be a good parent and work on scripted series. The criteria for determining whether a job will meet your lifestyle needs. Addressing the difficult tension between knowing a job is not the right fit and gracefully turning it down. Farrel’s perspective on how to handle the disappointment of not getting the job you want. Why it’s important to consider the cost of taking a job rather than what it pays you. Continue Listening & Learning: Ep118: Legendary Editor Walter Murch On Optimizing Creativity, Productivity, and Well-Being In Hollywood For 50+ Years Ep85: Mentorship, Networking, and Surviving Hollywood Blockbusters | with Dody Dorn, ACE Ep126: On the Importance of Building Relationships, Asking Questions, and Never Giving Up | with Andi Armaganian Ep111: Parenting In a Post-Pandemic Hollywood | with Natalie Boschan, Bari Winter, Yvette Amirian ACE, and Monica Daniel Redefining Parenting to Stay Sane While Working From Home [Podcast] Ep82: Parenting In Post Our Generous Sponsors: Struggling With Real-Time Remote Collaboration? Meet Evercast As work begins to slowly trickle in again, perhaps the most pressing challenge we as creative professionals face in our post-pandemic reality is real-time collaboration. Zoom is great for meetings, but it sure doesn’t work for streaming video. Luckily this problem has now been solved for all of us. If you haven’t heard of Evercast, it’s time to become acquainted. Because Evercast’s real-time remote collaboration technology is CHANGING. THE. GAME. » Click here to be the first to gain early access to the new Evercast P.S. It’s (finally) priced for freelancers and indie creatives like us! This episode is made possible for you by Ergodriven, the makers of the Topo Mat, my #1 recommendation for anyone who stands at their workstation. The Topo is super comfortable, an awesome conversation starter, and it’s also scientifically proven to help you move more throughout the day which helps reduce discomfort and also increase your focus and productivity. Click here to learn more and get your Topo Mat. Guest Bio: FARREL LEVY Farrel Jane Levy ACE was trained as an artist at Cooper Union. She has made a career as a film and television editor. She got her editing break on “Dirty Dancing.” She worked all 12 seasons on the multiple Emmy award winning television show, “NYPD Blue” where she was able to learn from television legends Steven Bochco and David Milch. She became NYPD Blue’s supervising editor and she helped create its distinctive editing style. Farrel was also given the opportunity to direct 3 episodes. She then went on to edit “Criminal Minds” for several seasons. Pilots she edited include “Brooklyn South” and “Blind Justice” for Milch and for Bochco; “Melrose Place,” “The Defenders,” and “The Unit” with Academy award winning director, David Guggenheim, and writers Shawn Ryan and David Mamet; and “Person of Interest” written by Jonathan Nolan. She worked on fan fave “Damages,” and edited all 5 seasons on another fan fave, “Nashville.” From there worked on the Netflix show, “The Society.” Features she has edited include “Across the Tracks,” starring a young Brad Pitt, “Ernest Goes to Jail,” “Confessions of a Sexist Pig,” and “Primal Fear,” and “Evan’s Crime.” Farrel taught editing at The American Film Institute for over 20 years. In addition, Farrel is a founder and the lead editor of Look What SHE Did!, an organization with the mission of inspiring women and girls to greatness by bringing to light stories of remarkable women who changed the world. Look What SHE Did! creates short films and events featuring female storytellers celebrating women who inspire them. She is a member of the Motion Picture Editors Guild, where she is active on the Women’s Committee, the Director’s Guild and the American Cinema Editors. She is the mother of two daughters who never cease to make her proud. Show Credits: This episode was edited by Curtis Fritsch, and the show notes were prepared by Debby Germino and published by Glen McNiel. The original music in the opening and closing of the show is courtesy of Joe Trapanese (who is quite possibly one of the most talented composers on the face of the planet).

What do you do for a Second Act when your first act was one of the biggest and most acclaimed shows in TV history? In this episode, Bonnie talks with director, longtime friend, and one-time boss, Jesse Bochco about life, love, legacies, and how you keep going when you're only as good as your last job or your last name. They also trade anecdotes about who was more freaked out on Jesse’s first day executive producing and Bonnie’s first day on the cast of NYPD Blue. Follow Jesse Bochco:Instagram: @JesseBochcoFollow Second Act with Bonnie Somerville:Instagram: @SecondAct_PodTwitter: @SecondAct_PodSend Bonnie your questions for her to answer on a future Second Act episode via DM @SecondAct_Pod on Instagram.And follow Bonnie's personal accounts:Instagram: @BonzSomervilleTwitter: @BonSomervilleSecond Act with Bonnie Somerville on the Bleav Podcast Network - Stories of success and redemption from people for whom everything was going great... right up until the moment that it wasn't.Download and subscribe wherever you get podcasts, and leave Bonnie a 5-star review!

L.A. Law (1986-94) lived a glamorous, full life. The series pilot, written by Steven Bochco (Hill Street Blues) and Terry Louise Fisher (writer/producer of Cagney & Lacey), when viewed today is a time capsule of office life that reveals sexism, racism, and generational approaches to power. Full of quality TV promise, L.A. Law launched with a bang. Why isn't it now celebrated for its transformational prowess? We cover that, too, and applaud Alfre Woodard's epic performance, which occurred early in her career.

From 2009: Has it really been a whole year? Wow. This time last year, “Army Wives” was on the eve of its second season and I had the great pleasure of welcoming the show’s creator, Katherine Fugate, as a guest. Today’s pretty cool, too: Brigid Brannagh, who plays Pamela Moran on the hit Lifetime show, is about to join us to talk about the series’ third season.

The Queen Of Soul, Aretha Franklin, just arrived in the Next World. As you’d expect, there was a huge crowd on hand to welcome her to her new existence. We have all the details for you. Charlotte Rae who played Mrs. Garrett on The Facts Of Life, has accepted a part on a TV show. The Celebrity Medium is concerned taking the job may be a bad move for the veteran actress. Just wait til you hear why. There’s been yet another postponement of the announcement of the names of the boy and girl Martin Luther King Jr. and spouse Adolf Hitler adopted. People are starting to speculate about the delay and the speculation isn’t all kind. TV producer Steven Bochco is apparently planning on reviving his least successful show, Cop Rock. The Afterlife show biz community is buzzing about why Bochco would throw his energy into such a seemingly bad idea. We’ll tell what the word on the street is.

Television visionary Steven Bochco produced the iconic legal shows HILL STREET BLUES, L.A. LAW and NYPD BLUE, but he also produced one of the most notorious TV failures in history. It's called COP ROCK, it's a serious, hardboiled social issue series with confrontational storylines about racism, sexism and police corruption, and it's also a weekly musical with songs by Randy Newman! It's become one of the biggest punchlines in pop culture history, but is it possible that COP ROCK was... canceled too soon? Film critic April Wolfe joins our regular hosts William Bibbiani and Witney Seibold to unearth this bizarre piece of TV ephemera, analyze the best and worst songs, and consider the possibility that this supposedly embarrassing series is extremely underrated, and decades ahead of its time. Follow April Wolfe on Twitter at @AWolfeful, and make sure you listen and subscribe to her amazing podcasts Switchblade Sisters and Who Shot Ya?! Subscribe on Patreon for exclusive content and exciting rewards, like bonus episodes, exclusive videos, Google Hangouts and much, much more! And visit our TeePublic page to buy CANCELED TOO SOON shirts, mugs and other exciting merchandise!  Follow us on Twitter at @CanceledCast, "Like" us at Facebook.com/CanceledTooSoon, follow Bibbs at @WilliamBibbiani and follow Witney at @WitneySeibold!  Do you have a suggestion for a TV show that was "canceled too soon" (i.e. lasted only one season or less)? You can email us at canceledtoosoon@gmail.com, or you can head over to our Amazon Wish List to send us more exciting one season wonders that we can review on the show! Theme Song: "The C2S Team" by Andy Hentz See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following on the heels of the recent revelation that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Adolf Hitler are Gay lovers, the couple dropped another bombshell the other day. Find out what the happy couple are planning. Superstar TV producer Steven Bochco just arrived in the Next World. No sooner had he set his metaphorical suitcases down than he announced the revival of one of his Earthly Plane series. Wait til you hear which one it is! We now know who is replacing Babe Ruth as the morning drive shock jock on Afterlife radio station Heaven 107. If you had a thousand chances, you’d never guess who it is. We’ll tell you. We now have some details about the project actors David Ogden Stiers and John Mahoney will be working together on. It sounds interesting.

On this podcast Eric and Zeff discuss the passing of TV producer Steven Bochco, the man responsible for shows like Hill Street Blues, LA Law, and NYPD Blue. Zeff was in Florida where he watched greyhounds race, much to the consternation of Eric. Click on our first ever poll below to let us know what you think. Zeff also has a tube stuck up his backside, but we won't ask for your thoughts on that.... [yop_poll id="1"]

Earlier this week, the world lost another legend, Mr. Steven Bochco. Over the years, Shout! Factory has been fortunate enough to have released a number of Bochco titles, including Hill Street Blues, L.A. Law, and, yes, Cop Rock. This week, we decided to remember those classics that helped shape the way we view television today, as we present this intelligent, raw interview with Steven Bochco on creating his two biggest shows.

A very regretful episode in which Ben becomes the new White House Press Secretary, Vicki personifies space in Interstellar: The Musical and we shake up the criminal sentencing process. - Ben advocates for proper Easter egg hunts. - Ben takes over at The White house press briefing. - We revolutionize the courier delivery industry. - We once again take a look at the friend to enemy scale. - The milk thief faces his biggest foe yet. - We add a new ‘wheel of destiny’ element to criminal sentencing procedures. - Ben cheers on the criminal who escaped prison. - We talk all the times we’ve been questioned by the cops. - We celebrate the life of Steven Bochco, watch Hugh Jackman think and perform a song from Interstellar the musical.

A very regretful episode in which Ben becomes the new White House Press Secretary, Vicki personifies space in Interstellar: The Musical and we shake up the criminal sentencing process. - Ben advocates for proper Easter egg hunts. - Ben takes over at The White house press briefing. - We revolutionize the courier delivery industry. - We once again take a look at the friend to enemy scale. - The milk thief faces his biggest foe yet. - We add a new ‘wheel of destiny’ element to criminal sentencing procedures. - Ben cheers on the criminal who escaped prison. - We talk all the times we’ve been questioned by the cops. - We celebrate the life of Steven Bochco, watch Hugh Jackman think and perform a song from Interstellar the musical.

In this Spielberg Directed, Bochco scripted, Mancini scored debut episode , Mack and Ben find little to criticize and a lot to love!

Steve Cooper talks with actor/singer/songwriter/author Michele Greene. Michele is perhaps best known for her role as attorney Abigail "Abby" Perkins on the TV series L.A. Law from 1986 to 1991 Her first big role was in the short-lived Steven Bochco series Bay City Blues. When that was cancelled, Bochco kept her in mind and offered her the role on L.A. Law a show that earned her an Emmy nomination in the Best Supporting Actress category in 1989. After leaving L.A. Law, she had acting roles in a number of popular television series including Bones, CSI, CSI: Miami, Cold Case, Crossing Jordan, Diagnosis: Murder, JAG, Judging Amy, Nip/Tuck, The Outer Limits, Six Feet Under, Stargate SG-1 and The Unit. She also appeared in an episode of Brothers and Sisters on ABC-TV in March 2009 as a fictional Governor of California and had a recurring role on HBO's Big Love as a TV reporter. In addition to acting she has recorded two bilingual CDs, Ojo de Tiburon and Luna Roja.and has written two young adult novels, Chasing the Jaguar: A Martika Gálvez Mystery and Keep Sweet with a third to be published very soon.

Emmy award-winning Hill Street Blues, from the era of Quality television Representation of women in law enforcement (uniformed) and law Characters of Lucy Bates and Joyce Davenport provided moral & ethical voice in arcs and storylines. 2 women characters rarely in same scene. Not THAT much airtime each week.