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Rock N Roll Pantheon
My Weekly Mixtape Album Dive: Counting Crows “August & Everything After” (w/ Original Counting Crows Drummer Steve Bowman)

Rock N Roll Pantheon

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 53:30


This week, Original Counting Crows Drummer Steve Bowman joins me to take a deep dive into the band's debut 1993 masterpiece, “August & Everything After,” including the stories behind tracks such as: “Round Here,” “Omaha,” “Mr. Jones,” “Anna Begins,” “Time & Time Again,” “Rain King,” “Sullivan Street” & “A Murder of One.”  We also discuss: the lessons learned from T-Bone Burnett, the producer of the album; the stories behind deep cuts & b-sides from that era, such as “Einstein on the Beach (For an Eggman),” “Love & Addiction” & the album's title track (which wasn't released officially until 2019); the experience of performing on the David Letterman Show on the same evening as Madonna; seeing your smiling face on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine (just like Dr. Hook sang about), and so much more!  Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode, and join the My Weekly Mixtape Discord Server via the link on the episode page! Theme music is "Unveiled" by The 4th. You can find the album on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Pandora, YouTube, Bandcamp & more! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Ears
Brian Fligor - Tinnitus evaluation and management

Talking Ears

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 42:56


In the fourth installment of the NHCA Updates in Music Audiology Workshop recap, we have music audiology expert and dear friend Dr. Brian Fligor. In this episode we'll listen in to his lecture on Tinnitus Evaluation and Management. The content has been edited slightly for the audio-only format. Note that these lecture recordings are not eligible for CEUs. If you want the full educational experience, we invite you to seek out the National Hearing Conservation Association and our annual conferences. Brian Fligor is a board-certified pediatric audiologist and owner and staff audiologist at Tobias & Battite Hearing Wellness, a large private audiology practice in downtown Boston. His specific clinical and research interest is in evaluation and management of chronic bothersome tinnitus, hyperacusis and other auditory injuries due to high sound exposures. Dr. Fligor is adjunct faculty at Mass General Hospital Institute for Health Professions and at Drexel University GSO College of Audiology. Dr. Fligor's publications on hearing loss risk from music received considerable popular media attention, including being spoofed on the David Letterman Show in 2005. His publications on ototoxicity were incorporated into the JCIH Position Statement (2007) and helped shape a consensus international chemotherapy ototoxicity grading scale. He holds a B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and doctorate in Audiology from Boston University, and post-doctoral research fellowship from Harvard Medical School.

HEAVY Music Interviews
BRAD ROBERTS Of CRASH TEST DUMMIES Talks Of Their Return To Australia And Band Legacy

HEAVY Music Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 13:49


Words by Angela CroudaceAfter decades since their last show in Australia, Brad Roberts of Crash Test Dummies is excited to return. The Canadian band's first Australian tour, back in the early 90s, was met with poor attendance as they were relatively unknown at the time. “When we played our first tour in Australia, we were promoting our very first record, Ghosts That Haunt Me. We had a hit in Canada, but hardly anyone knew us there,” Brad recalls. However, the situation has drastically changed, and this time, with a larger fan base, the band is eager for a more successful reception.Reflecting on the impact of God Shuffled His Feet, the album that defined the band's career, Brad shares his pride. “It means a lot to me that God Shuffled His Feet holds such a special place in people's hearts after 30 years,” he says. The album, featuring iconic tracks like Superman's Song, still resonates with fans around the world. The band's success skyrocketed early on, with invitations to perform on Saturday Night Live and The David Letterman Show.Despite the early fame, Brad's musical journey didn't begin until after his university years at the University of Winnipeg. “I didn't spend much time in music until after graduation. Success on the second record was overwhelming,” he admits. The Crash Test Dummies' rise to fame is a testament to their unique sound and Brad's distinct low voice, which became an unexpected asset.The reunion of the original line up in 2017 was a poignant moment for Brad and the band, marking a new chapter in their journey. “We decided we wanted to keep going because we had such a good time,” he reflects.As the band gears up for their upcoming tour, Brad's passion for music remains strong. “I still love touring and playing,” he says. And with the ongoing evolution of music, Brad continues to study classical composition, including the works of Bach, proving that music is a lifelong constant.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

RAW impressions with Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow
mini-music-monday: Does It Float

RAW impressions with Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 16:25


For this ultra rare, alone in the house, evening (!) podcast sesh, Lou plays Adelle songs from the debut Dinosaur Jr LP (1985) -and- the debut Sebadoh LP (1988). First, a somewhat raucous version of J Mascis' Does It Float, then his own Bolder. Blown away by the lyrics, Adelle has questions about Does It Float. Lou theorizes that J was inspired by the David Letterman Show segment "Will It Float". Join our Substack because extra stuff!https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com/WATCH on LouTubehttps://youtu.be/uk0FaMsHQvo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danish Originals
S5E4. Sharin Foo

Danish Originals

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 38:06


On a visit to Los Angeles, Djursland-born Danish musician and singer SHARIN FOO recalls her start with her band The Raveonettes, being signed by Columbia Records, and the excitement in being the first Danish band to play on The David Letterman Show twice. She looks back on some of the highs and lows of her time in the global music industry. And she reflects on motherhood and rock 'n' roll, having a Danish-American daughter, and her own Danish-Chinese heritage.Sharin selects a work by J.F. Willumsen from the SMK collection.https://open.smk.dk/en/artwork/image/KMS3413(Photographer: James D. Kelly)----------We invite you to subscribe to Danish Originals for weekly episodes. You can also find us at:website: https://danishoriginals.com/email: info@danishoriginals.com----------And we invite you to donate to the American Friends of Statens Museum for Kunst and become a patron: https://donorbox.org/american-friends-of-statens-museum-for-kunst

MERCER
Denny Brauer "Can Still Kick Your bASS!" on MERCER-196

MERCER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 65:34 Transcription Available


Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is the 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box, he made two appearances on the David Letterman Show and he actually taught Ozzy Osborne how to cast! Although this Bass Fishing Hall of Famer has been away from tour level competition for over a decade, make no mistakes - Denny Brauer Can Still Kick Your bASS! He joins this week's podcast to talk about all that and so much more.

MERCER
Denny Brauer "Can Still Kick Your bASS!" on MERCER-196

MERCER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 65:34


Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is the 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box, he made two appearances on the David Letterman Show and he actually taught Ozzy Osborne how to cast! Although this Bass Fishing Hall of Famer has been away from tour level competition for over a decade, make no mistakes - Denny Brauer Can Still Kick Your bASS! He joins this week's podcast to talk about all that and so much more.

MERCER
Denny Brauer "Can Still Kick Your bASS!" on MERCER-196

MERCER

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 65:34


Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is the 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box, he made two appearances on the David Letterman Show and he actually taught Ozzy Osborne how to cast! Although this Bass Fishing Hall of Famer has been away from tour level competition for over a decade, make no mistakes - Denny Brauer Can Still Kick Your bASS! He joins this week's podcast to talk about all that and so much more.

My Weekly Mixtape: A Playlist Curation Podcast
Album Dive: Counting Crows “August & Everything After” (w/ Original Counting Crows Drummer Steve Bowman)

My Weekly Mixtape: A Playlist Curation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 53:30


This week, Original Counting Crows Drummer Steve Bowman joins me to take a deep dive into the band's debut 1993 masterpiece, “August & Everything After,” including the stories behind tracks such as: “Round Here,” “Omaha,” “Mr. Jones,” “Anna Begins,” “Time & Time Again,” “Rain King,” “Sullivan Street” & “A Murder of One.”  We also discuss: the lessons learned from T-Bone Burnett, the producer of the album; the stories behind deep cuts & b-sides from that era, such as “Einstein on the Beach (For an Eggman),” “Love & Addiction” & the album's title track (which wasn't released officially until 2019); the experience of performing on the David Letterman Show on the same evening as Madonna; seeing your smiling face on the cover of Rolling Stone Magazine (just like Dr. Hook sang about), and so much more!  Be sure to visit MyWeeklyMixtape.com to hear all of the songs we discussed in this episode, and join the My Weekly Mixtape Discord Server via the link on the episode page! FOR MORE ON MY WEEKLY MIXTAPE Website: http://www.myweeklymixtape.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/myweeklymixtape Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/myweeklymixtape X: https://x.com/myweeklymixtape Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myweeklymixtape Threads: https://www.threads.net/@myweeklymixtape  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/myweeklymixtape.bsky.social  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@myweeklymixtape Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!
Robby Johnson - Country Music Star And Singer-Songwriter. Over 10MM YouTube Views And 8MM Streams. Performed On David Letterman Show. Profiled In USA Today, Rolling Stone Country, Music Row Magazine, TV Guide!

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2024 30:12


Robby Johnson is a Country Music Star and Singer-Songwriter. Born in Canada, he had many jobs including factory work before he settled in Nashville. Now he's got a bunch of hits, a million social media followers, and millions of YouTube Views and Streams. He's performed on the Late Show with David Letterman and been profiled in USA Today, Rolling Stone Country and TV Guide.My featured song is “Country Drive” from the album PGS 7 by my band, Project Grand Slam.. Spotify link.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here .To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------ROBERT'S SINGLES:“SOSTICE” is Robert's newest single, with a rockin' Old School vibe. Called “Stunning!”, “A Gem!”, “Magnificent!” and “5 Stars!”.Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------“THE GIFT” is Robert's ballad arranged by Grammy winning arranger Michael Abene and turned into a horn-driven Samba. Praised by David Amram, John Helliwell, Joe La Barbera, Tony Carey, Fay Claassen, Antonio Farao, Danny Gottlieb and Leslie Mandoki.Click HERE for all links.—-------------------------------------“LOU'S BLUES”. Robert's Jazz Fusion “Tone Poem”. Called “Fantastic! Great playing and production!” (Mark Egan - Pat Metheny Group/Elements) and “Digging it!” (Peter Erskine - Weather Report)!Click HERE for all links.—----------------------------------------“THE RICH ONES”. Robert's sublime, atmospheric Jazz Fusion tune. Featuring guest artist Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears) on flugelhorn. Click HERE for all links.—---------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with Robby at:www.robby-johnson.com Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

In Depth With Graham Bensinger
Trending Now: Tom Green on the viral success of ‘The Bum Bum Song'

In Depth With Graham Bensinger

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 4:48


In this week's fan-favorite podcast, comedian Tom Green shares wild and unforgettable stories, from his appearance on The David Letterman Show to his viral success with “The Bum Bum Song,” partying with Dennis Rodman in New York City, and once having William Shatner as his landlord.

The #ShareYourHotness Podcast
#137 –Mike Agrelius - Importance of Kindness and Humor in the Workshop and in Child Development

The #ShareYourHotness Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 46:00


Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 137! Mike Agrelius is a poet, author, game creator, parody songwriter, producer, and publisher. He began writing poems at the age of 14. He has published four poetry books and is working on a fifth one, namely, Beyond the Laughter Comes a Poet Why Wait ‘Til I'm Dead? Buy This Book Now! Buy One, Get One Free! He has written, published, and marketed three children's picture books featuring illustrations by his friend, award-winning cartoonist Val Chadwick Bagley, namely, HEAR WHAT'S HERE ELEPHANT GLUE WHATEVER FLOATS YOUR GOAT: The Granddaddy of Dad Jokes He has published other books, games, and CDs. The card games he has created include MADE IN THE USA and IN YOUR FACE. The party game he created is ABSTRACTS: The Game of Absurd Logic, which was featured on the David Letterman Show. He began his publishing career with the board games COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS and DO WHAT IS RIGHT. Mike is a former Director of Game Inventors of America, former Account Executive at ABC4, former Marketing Director at Fun For Less Tours, and former college instructor at BYU, Provo, and Fullerton College. Presently, he works part-time with his friend, Doug Jessop, who does the good news stories on CBS2, ABC4, KSL5, and FOX13, and with his other friend, April Wise, who owns Nothing Bundt Cakes in Sandy. Mike established his Happy Valley Publishers imprint in 1978 and The Incredible Game Company in 1988. He is the father of four, stepdad of six, and grandfather of 17. He is originally from Southern California and lives with his wife, Kathy in Herriman, Utah. Support The #ShareYourHotness Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-syh-podcast Find out more at https://the-syh-podcast.pinecast.co

Live From Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show
From NBC Page to Podcast Star: Bari Alyse Tells All

Live From Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2024 60:40


Bari Alyse recounts her journey from an NBC page to hosting her own successful podcast, sharing unforgettable stories from her time at Saturday Night Live and the David Letterman Show. She reveals the wild and unexpected moments behind the scenes of daytime talk shows like Montel Williams and Carnie Wilson, and offers insights into working with Al Franken on Lateline and Kenan Ivory Wayans. With humor and candor, Bari discusses the creation of the Community News Podcast and the inspiration behind its quirky small-town setting.   Show Highlights: Introduction to Bari Alyse: Bari shares her journey from being an NBC page to hosting her own podcast. She recalls the challenges and highlights of working behind the scenes in some of television's most iconic shows. Adventures as an NBC Page: Bari dives into her time as a page at Saturday Night Live and the David Letterman Show, including hilarious and unexpected encounters with celebrities and the rigorous process of becoming a page. Crazy Experiences in Daytime TV: From Montel Williams to Carnie Wilson, Bari recounts the wild and unpredictable nature of working on daytime talk shows. She shares jaw-dropping stories, including a guest demanding her shoes and another making inappropriate advances. Insights on Late-Night TV: Bari reflects on her time working with Al Franken on Lateline and her role in the Keenen Ivory Wayans Show. She discusses the unique dynamics of late-night television and her contributions to the shows. Launching the Community News Podcast: Learn how Bari and her co-host Paul created their humorous and relatable podcast set in a fictional small town. Bari explains the inspiration behind the podcast and its growing popularity.   You're going to love my conversation with Bari Alyse Community News Podcast Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Join my mailing list Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!) Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Ways to support the show: Buy me a coffee (support the show) TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more! Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.    

Green Rush Podcast
Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ Director Donick Cary (REVISIT)

Green Rush Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 54:10


This summer, we are revisiting our extensive archives, curating a selection from over 300 past episodes. This collection will feature memorable moments, insightful interviews, and some of the team's favorite episodes, providing new listeners and long-time fans an opportunity to explore or rediscover the best of  Green Rush. Stay tuned for the upcoming launch of our new podcast in the fall, "Alternatively Speaking." This week, we're bringing back our conversation with Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, and Director Donick Cary. Well known in the television and film industry for his work on shows like The David Letterman Show, The Simpsons, Silicon Valley, and Parks and Recreation, Donick is also the writer and director of the Netflix hit, Have a Good Trip. This documentary mixes comedy with a thorough investigation of psychedelics, exploring the pros, cons, science, history, future, pop cultural impact, and cosmic possibilities of hallucinogens. It also includes some of the best psychedelic trip stories from celebrities like Sting, Sarah Silverman, Ben Stiller, A$AP Rocky, and the late greats Carrie Fisher and Anthony Bourdain. Our host Lewis sat down with Donick to discuss his film in greater depth, including what drew his attention to psychedelics, his inspiration for developing a documentary around stories of psychedelic trips (and how he sold that idea to Netflix), his own introduction to psychedelics, and whether he's turned to psychedelics to help deal with the anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Donick is one of the most talented writers in Hollywood, and it was a real treat to have him join us to discuss his journey. So don't sit back, lean forward, and enjoy! About Filmmaker and Writer Donick Cary: Emmy-winning Writer, Producer, and Director Donick Cary got his start writing for Late Night with David Letterman. He continued writing for Dave at The Academy Awards (but not the Oprah-Uma joke) and served as both Head Writer and "The Guy in the Bear Suit" on Late Show with David Letterman. After five years in late night, Cary moved to The Simpsons, where he served as a Co-Executive Producer for seasons seven through eleven, winning an Emmy and penning many memorable episodes including “D'oh-in in The Wind,” “In Marge We Trust” (Mr. Sparkle), and “Hell Toupee” (Homer gets the hair transplants of a killer). Social Media: Donick's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0142620/ Donick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donick-cary-3802439/ Donick's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Donick Donick's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donickcary/ Donick's website: https://donickcary.com/ Other Links/Mentions: Have a Good Trip: https://www.netflix.com/title/80231917 Good Trip Merch: https://www.haveagoodtrip.shop/ Show Credits: This episode was hosted by Lewis Goldberg of KCSA Strategic Communications. Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther. You can learn more about how KCSA can help your cannabis and psychedelic companies by visiting www.kcsa.com or emailing greenrush@kcsa.com. You can also connect with us via our social channels: X: @KCSAPodcastLabs Instagram: @KCSAPodcastLabs LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcsapodcastlabs/ 

Hollywood & Levine
EP384: Meet TV Stage Manager, Dency Nelson

Hollywood & Levine

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 33:40


Dency Nelson has been the Stage Manager for the David Letterman Show, the Academy Awards (25 years), the Grammys, the Emmys, Late Night with Craig Ferguson, the Kennedy Center Honors, and the Miss USA Pageant. This week we talk about his unique career path and working with David Letterman. Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!
“Miles Behind” - Robert's "Lost" 1994 Debut Album. Featuring Randy Brecker (BS&T), Anton Fig (David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (Rolling Stones) And Others. "Hip, Tight And Edgy!"

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 9:32


“Miles Behind” is Robert's “lost” 1994 debut album. Featuring an All-Star supporting cast including Randy Brecker (Blood Sweat & Tears), Anton Fig (David Letterman Show), Al Foster (Miles Davis), Tim Ries (Rolling Stones) and singer Jon Lucien. Ten tracks including four originals plus reimagined covers of songs by Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Thelonious Monk, Charles Mingus and Jimi Hendrix. This is Robert at his Jazz Rock Fusion best. Called “Hip, Tight and Edgy!” “Miles Behind” Spotify album link. Click here for all links.---------------------------------------------The Follow Your Dream Podcast:Top 1% of all podcasts with Listeners in 200 countries!For more information and other episodes of the podcast click here. To subscribe to the podcast click here.To subscribe to our weekly Follow Your Dream Podcast email click here.To Rate and Review the podcast click here.“Dream With Robert”. Click here.—----------------------------------------"THE SINGLES PROJECT” is Robert's latest EP, featuring five of his new songs. The songs speak to the ups and downs of life. From the blissful, joyous “Saturday Morning” to the darker commentary of “Like Never Before” and “The Ship”. “This is Robert at his most vulnerable” (Pop Icon Magazine)Reviews: “Amazing!” (Top Buzz Magazine)“Magical…A Sonic Tour De Force!” (IndiePulse Music)“Fabulously Enticing!” (Pop Icon Magazine)“A Home Run!” (Hollywood Digest)Listener Reviews:Saturday Morning:”A neat and simply happy song!””It's so cute and fun. It's describing a world I wish I lived in every day!”Like Never Before:”Great message!””Great song, very perceptive lyrics!”Click here for all links.—--------------------------------------“IT'S ALIVE!” is Robert's latest Project Grand Slam album. Featuring 13 of the band's Greatest Hits performed “live” at festivals in Pennsylvania and Serbia.Reviews:"An instant classic!" (Melody Maker)"Amazing record...Another win for the one and only Robert Miller!" (Hollywood Digest)"Close to perfect!" (Pop Icon)"A Masterpiece!" (Big Celebrity Buzz)"Sterling effort!" (Indie Pulse)"Another fusion wonder for Project Grand Slam!" (MobYorkCity)Click here for all links.Click here for song videos—-----------------------------------------Audio production:Jimmy RavenscroftKymera Films Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website - www.followyourdreampodcast.comEmail Robert - robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website - www.projectgrandslam.comPGS Store - www.thePGSstore.comYouTubeSpotify MusicApple MusicEmail - pgs@projectgrandslam.com

Alcohol Recovery Podcast | The ODAAT Chat Podcast
Sobriety after Notoriety: Hootie and The Blowfish Drummer Jim Sonefeld

Alcohol Recovery Podcast | The ODAAT Chat Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2023 58:54


My guest today is a 2 time Grammy Award winner with 3 platinum albums, an Author, and Sober Advocate. I'm speaking of none other than Jim Sonefeld, drummer for Hootie and the Blowfish!   In this episode we talk about what it was like to ride the wave of fame after they got their big break on The David Letterman Show, and how he used alcohol to cope. We also talk about the pain of losing fame and his moment of clarity when his 4 year old daughter said 4 simple words to him.   But before we jump in, I have some resources for you. First is the bi-weekly podcast newsletter where you can get a digest of all the episodes, links to the show notes, and other resources that will support you on your journey to heal and thrive. To sign up, just visit SoberLifeSchool.com today!   And if you enjoy the podcast, please share with a friend, it's the easiest way to support the podcast and I appreciate it more than you know!   I'm really excited to share this conversation with you, so without further delay, please enjoy this episode with Jim and let me know what you think!   Connect with Jim here: Website: https://jimsonefeld.com/wp/ Subscribe So You Don't Miss New Episodes!   Listen On:   Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/30g6ALF   Spotify https://odaatchat.libsyn.com/spotify   Amazon Music      Watch Full Episodes on YouTube! https://bit.ly/2UpR5Lo  

Comedy Appeteasers
Jerry Seinfeld "Horseback Riding" Show #73

Comedy Appeteasers

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 6:18


Here is a nice short comedy set by Jerry Seinfeld recorded back in the 80's. Jerry (and other Famous comics) used to practice comedy sets at my clubs, then go on and showcase them on the Tonight Show, and David Letterman Show. This set about Horses ended up on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson...Enjoy!Support the showWrite a Review: in-depth walk through for leaving a review.On Your Apple & Android Phones, Visit New APP: Standup Comedy Podcast Network and website .com

Standup Comedy

Subscriber-only episodeTom Dreesen made over 50 appearances on the David Letterman Show...they are good friends! On this Bonus Show he shares the story of how they met and how Letterman changed it all...Listen, Laugh, and Share!Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsStandup Comedy Podcast Network.co www.StandupComedyPodcastNetwork.comWrite a Review: in-depth walkthrough for leaving a review.Subscribe and get Bonus Shows and entire inventory of Shows: https://www.buzzsprout.com/838567/subscribe

The Alan Sanders Show
More from Durham hearing Schiff for brains censured and women in sports hearing

The Alan Sanders Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 58:01


Today's show continues with more of the Durham hearing before the House Judiciary Committee. One major deficiency in the report is a lack of knowing who gave the orders? Who started the creation of fake intelligence? Who ordered an FBI agent to go undercover and ply a low-level Trump staffer with drink in an entrapment scheme? Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) put John Durham on his heels and I was glad to see that happen. It's great we are seeing just how corrupt the FBI has been, but they did not act alone in a vacuum. Someone had to be giving the initial orders. Could it be they came directly from President Barack Obama? Is that why Durham chose not to pursue certain areas? When Rep. Adam Schiff for Brains (D-CA) tried to pin John Durham down with phone calls from foreign adversaries offering dirt on presidential candidates, Durham was quick to remind Schiff of how he had been scammed. For those who never heard about it, Adam Schiff got punked by two Russian comedians pretending to have dirt on Donald Trump – dirt he was all too willing to believe. Vladimir Kyzetsov and Alexei Stolyarov helped show Schiff to be the sniveling, slimy, dirty piece of human debris that he is. After the Durham hearing, and true to her word, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) brought a new censure bill to the floor against Adam Schiff. This time there was not fine associated. This time, it passed. Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy read the final vote and the passing of censure with the Democrats cat-calling in the background like petulant children. At the same time the House Judiciary Committee was getting information from John Durham, in the Senate a different hearing was taking place. That panel was looking at the ongoing injustice women are facing in sports as a result of the racial, Marxist transgenderism movement in our country. Kentucky women's swimmer Riley Gaines was part of the panel and did an excellent job illustrating the move to erase women from sports and to erase them from the lexicon. If you don't believe that is true, contrast Gaines's testimony to that given by Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign. Not only could Robinson not define a woman or explain why there should be a separate category for women's sports, she made a fool of herself with a comparison she thought was brilliant. In an effort to show there is no difference, she suggested the any man who tried to compete against Serena Williams in tennis would be destroyed. She said the idea a man could not even score a point on her. In her mind, this proves there is no difference between females and males. However, Gaines reminded the panel that as women's phenom's in tennis, both Serena and Venus Williams lost to the 203rd ranked male tennis player. And, if you think that's cherry-picking, I bring you a sound bite from Serena herself back when she appeared on the David Letterman Show. When she was asked about doing a male v female exhibition tour with Andy Murray, she not only said she'd lose in straight 6-0, 6-0 sets, but also would embarrass herself because men serve harder and are faster than women. She said she would only want to play against other girls. We have to put a stop to letting people who live in a world of lies and self-delusion from being allowed to take positions of power or to drive policies for the rest of us. We live in Realville and we need to make sure we don't let those suffering from severe mental health disorders force us to accept their delusions. Take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, GETTR and TRUTH Social by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. You can also support the show by visiting my Patreon page!

Parents Navigating the Teen Years
64: Unique Challenges of Raising Kids with Neurological Differences

Parents Navigating the Teen Years

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 32:49


Humorist and motivational Comedian Kevin Wanzer is from Indianapolis, Indiana, where he began his speaking career in 10th grade. As a teenager, he addressed the United Nations and was appointed to the White House Conference for a Drug Free America. To this day, Kevin is still one of the youngest presidential appointees in American history. Kevin also served on the staff of The David Letterman Show. Kevin uses humor to focus on the importance of leading through kindness and looking out for those who may be left behind or forgotten. Matthew Vire wrote the first draft of I Love You When in 2019 to assure his soon-to-be-adopted son, Christian, that he is always loved, no matter what. Matthew holds a Master degrees in theatre, psychology and has recently earned a Masters in Business Administration. Together, Kevin and Matthew married nearly 9 years ago and have two children with special needs and two perfect terriers. Special needs include a broad spectrum of neurological differences. Raise the child that you have not the child you thought you'd have. It can be challenging when you reach for support from your peers, friends, and family if they have not raised a child with neurological differences. Their experience is different than yours. It's important to adapt and modify strategies to find what works best when disciplining your teen with special needs. As parents of special needs teens be careful not to let the judgement of others affect you emotionally. Until they've walked in your shoes, they don't know your experience. It's possible that your relationship with friends and family may change if they are not patient and understanding of what your challenges are. Patience, empathy, and understanding are the foundation for parenting. Seeking professional support can make a big difference. Network with parents who have a child/teen with the same or similar neurological differences as your teen. Sponsored by Stand Up For Your Greatness Resources https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubpdfs/child-trauma.pdf https://www.specialolympics.org/ https://www.buddyprogram.org/ https://www.kevinwanzer.com/

Rock and Rich
{Rebroadcast} Grammy Award-Winning French Jazz Violinist Scott Tixier

Rock and Rich

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 73:23


How exactly does a violinist from Paris, France end up in New York city broke and homeless get on the David Letterman Show? The crazy real life story of world renowned violinist, Scott Tixier. Tixier has worked in theater, film scoring, Broadway shows, for Sony Pictures, ARTE Creative, Heineken, Dos Equis, Fisher-Price, America's Got Talent on NBC, with Zedd on the David Letterman Late Show on CBS, for Josh Groban, Harvey Keitel, Robert De Niro, Sting, Jean Reno, Whoopi Goldberg, Marc Jacobs, Keith David, Pierre Palmade, Pierre Richard, David Ackroyd, NBA player Allan Houston, Christina Aguilera, Chrisette Michele, Doug E. Fresh, JR, Ariana Grande, and Monica Dogra.He has performed and recorded with Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Roger Waters, Kenny Barron, John Legend, Chris Potter, Christina Aguilera, Common, Anthony Braxton, Joss Stone, Gladys Knight, Natalie Cole, Wayne Brady, Chris Walden, Greg Phillinganes, Ray Chew, The Isley Brothers, Cory Smythe, Maceo Parker, Janet Cardiff, Siegfried Kessler, Tony Middleton, Lonnie Plaxico, Myron Walden, Clifford AdamsJoin us on Facebook - Instagram This show is produced by: UN/COM Media Inc.

Comedy Appeteasers
Jack Gallagher & Jeff Altman From "TV Lite" Television Show Show #43

Comedy Appeteasers

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 7:19


This is the audio from one of my regular headliners, Jeff Altman, as he appeared on a local talk show called "TV Lite". The Host was another comic and funny man, Jack Gallagher. This is a short TV type interview; but great to hear the two entertainers as they chat about entertainment.Note: Jeff Altman did many Tonight Shows with Johnny Carson, and also was a regular on the "David Letterman Show". And of course Jack had this TV Show on a local affiliate called "TV Lite".Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsSupport the showWrite a Review: in-depth walkthrough for leaving a review.

Working Drummer
414 - Daru Jones: The Power to Inspire, Navigating the Scene as an Introvert, New PDP Signature Kit

Working Drummer

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 74:19


Daru Jones is known for his work with Jack White as well as his list of collaborators that include, Bootsy Collins, Kanye West, Pete Rock, Gloria Gaynor, Slum Village, Jamie Lidell, Talib Kweli, Dwight Yoakam, Nas, Pee Wee Ellis, Lorenzo Jovanotti, Queen Latifah, Black Milk, Salaam Remi, Pharoahe Monch, Rance Allen, Black Violin, Ski Beatz & The Sensei's, and Jon B just to name a few. Throughout the course of his career, Jones has received rave reviews from Rolling Stone Magazine, LA Weekly, Esquire.com, Fuse.tv, the Los Angeles Times, and USA Today (among countless others). He has also appeared on several national and international television programs: The David Letterman Show, Jools Holland (UK), The Colbert Report, Saturday Night Live, and on the iconic MTV. In this episode, Daru talks about:    His new PDP signature kit    Navigating the music scene as an introvert    How his faith has guided his life choices    How to stay grounded when touring    The power to inspire    Moving to Nashville and finding his musical family    New book: Daru Jones play the breaks - Live from Layman Deluxe edition

Mark Simone
Mark's 11:00 Monologue

Mark Simone

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 18:27


When Alvin Bragg won the NYC D.A. job, he immediately said he was changing the bail and incarceration rules. The Hello Deli, made famous by the David Letterman Show is for Sale President Biden told Al Roker he's still not ready to announce if he's running in 2024.

Too Opinionated
Too Opinionated Interview: Alan Ceppos

Too Opinionated

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 47:56


Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with actor Alan Ceppos! Award winning actor and businessman Alan Ceppos is living proof that dreams can be achieved at any age and stage of life! Most recently seen in the internationally acclaimed political drama “There is a Field,” Alan will next be seen starring alongside Chazz Palminteri, Andrew Dice Clay, Vincent Pastore, and Paul Ben-Victor in the second season of the Brooklyn based Mafia style drama “GRAVESEND” being released in early April on Amazon Prime Video. GRAVESEND” follows a series of events taking place in the 1980s around Benny Zerletta (William DeMeo), a Brooklyn based Italian-American, soldier in the Colezzo crime family. Benny depicts the difficulties that he faces with family and growing up in the footsteps of his cousin, who behind closed doors was the leader of a criminal organization in Gravesend. In the new season Alan brings to life Parisian businessman and restaurateur ‘Arthur' who finds himself dragged into the mafia world by chance. Having since appeared numerous times in theater productions, films, television commercials as well as Knots Landing, The Conan O'Brien Show, The David Letterman Show, Days of Our Lives, New York Undercover, Law and Order and The Deuce. Alan has kept busy producing Broadway productions such as: Scottsboro Boys, The Encounter, Smokey Joe's Café and Frankie and Johnny in Clair de Lune (with Audra McDonald) to name a few. Want to Watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Did You Bring the Hummus?
Episode 36 - Veganism through the Jesus Filter with The Vegan Heretic - Steven Lee August

Did You Bring the Hummus?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 77:50


Today, I am joined by Las Vegas Juggler and Magician turned Christian Vegan Activist - Steven Lee August.  Steve's bio - in his words:  "Hi, I am Steve August. If this was a bio on my 50-year career as an entertainer, I'd have lots to tell you. I've juggled chainsaws in Rome and bowling balls in Japan. I've balanced burning barbecue grills on my face in Switzerland and on the David Letterman Show. Heck, I also cut a girl in half on Jerry Springer. Although I probably don't want to admit to that one. But that's not what I'm about today. Somehow, every crazy thing I do is getting ignored. My ethical life has become my new identity. By ethical, I mean, I'm a bible-thumping, vegan, animal activist. Yep...it could happen. It seems I am at a new “stage” in life that puts me on a new stage I never expected. Not as a variety entertainer, but as an activist speaker who fights animal abuse in the most unexpected of places, the Christian church! Why church? Having been a Christian for over 55 years, in 2008 I unexpectedly became a vegan based on what I see taught in the Bible. Being vegan in a church atmosphere stirs up a lot of aggression (but then, being vegan anyplace does that). So, I wrote a book called “Vegans Vs The Verses”. A handbook for vegan activists on how to deal with Christian hostility toward veganism, verse by verse. Now let's look at my credits because, what's a bio without credits, right? So, as a religious speaker or author, I have no accredited university training or seminary degree. I got Zilch to offer. Why should activists listen to anything I have to say? Because I am you. I am a vegan activist doing weekly outreach and I know these ideas work. Why should meat-eating Christians care? Because if I'm right, Christians are unwittingly supporting beastiality, gluttony, and horrific violence toward God's creation. Lastly, because I find compassion in the same scriptures, Christians find approval for animal abuse." Connect with Steve: https://veganheretic.com/Home.html https://www.instagram.com/theveganheretic/ Buy Steve's Book: https://a.co/d/6RXvBTi Mentioned in this episode: https://www.melaniejoy.org https://www.anonymousforthevoiceless.org/what-is-a-cube-of-truth https://www.joeycarbstrong.com Join my Podcast Fan Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/didyoubringthehummus/ Book a free 30 minute call with me: https://www.didyoubringthehummus.com/book-online ©2023 Did You Bring the Hummus LLC Theme Song ©2020 JP Winters @musicbyjpw

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast
Nick Buzzell, NBTV & Golf Nation Founder & CEO, Joins Me...

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2022 29:53


Nick Buzzell, Founder & CEO of NBTV and Golf Nation joins me in this special segment of Next on the Tee. Nick talks about starting his first production company when he was 15 years old. We hear about his college internship on the David Letterman Show and how he and his father started NBTV back in 2008. We also hear about his Spirits Network and how it allows you to purchase product without interrupting the program you're watching. We wrap up the segment by talking about his new Golf Nation network that was recently launched. They offer a ton of great golf content including the shows Ambush with David Feherty plus Don't I Know You" with our good friend Suzy Whaley. Check out those shows plus several more great ones at www.golfnation.com.

MERCER
Denny Brauer - The Gift That Keeps on Giving on MERCER 90

MERCER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 96:34


Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box & made two appearances on the David Letterman Show where he actually taught Ozzy Osborn how to cast. But Denny Brauer truly is the gift that keeps on giving. His unbelievable success and impact on the sport is still felt today through the innovation he brought to the sport and the inspiration he provided for many of today's brightest stars.

MERCER
Denny Brauer - The Gift That Keeps on Giving on MERCER 90

MERCER

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 96:34


Denny Brauer has won 17 Bassmaster tournaments, 2 Angler of the Year titles and he is 1998 Bassmaster Classic Champion. He was the first angler ever featured on the Wheeties Box & made two appearances on the David Letterman Show where he actually taught Ozzy Osborn how to cast. But Denny Brauer truly is the gift that keeps on giving. His unbelievable success and impact on the sport is still felt today through the innovation he brought to the sport and the inspiration he provided for many of today's brightest stars.

Working Drummer
396 - Mona Tavakoli: Playing with Jason Mraz, Centralizing the Cajon in Her Setup and Voice, Inspiring the Next Generation of Girls

Working Drummer

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 74:22


Mona Tavakoli is a Los Angeles-based drummer, singer and performer bets known for recording and touring with Jason Mraz. While Mona is equally comfortable performing as a drummer and a percussionist, she is especially known for adapting the cajón to unexpected genres such as rock and pop. Mona and Mraz have been collaborating for nearly a decade. She toured worldwide on Mraz's 2012 album, Love is a Four Letter Word, and they performed together as a duo on programs such as The Today Show, The David Letterman Show, Ellen, Dancing with the Stars, and Late Night With Jimmy Fallon. She is a co-founder and co-director of the Rock n' Roll Camp For Girls Los Angeles, a nonprofit that encourages girls to find their voices through music during an intensive, weeklong summer day camp. Mona also promotes music education by hosting rhythm workshops at elementary schools and colleges around the country. Mona has been featured in DRUM!, Tom Tom Magazine, judged and hosted the Hit Like A Girl drum contest and awards show and is the recipient of the 2016 She Rocks awards “Inspire Award” for her work with the Rock n' Roll Camp for Girls. In this episode, Mona talks about: The new album she recently tracked with Jason and Raining Jane Her hybrid setup and her history with the Cajon Her unlikely combination of influences from Neil Peart to Jay Belerose Her background in economics and how that informs her music career Her #1 piece of financial advice for musicians Her role with the Rock n' Roll Camp for Girls

Solomonster Sounds Off
Sound Off 778 - ARIEL HELWANI PUTS TONY KHAN AND AEW "FREAKAZOIDS" ON BLAST

Solomonster Sounds Off

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 118:33


Solomonster Sounds Off is brought to you by BetterHelp! Get 10 PERCENT OFF your first month and give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/solomonster to start being your best self.Episode 778 opens with breaking news on the cancellation of a WWE pay-per-view and what it could be replaced with... thoughts on Bray Wyatt's promo from Smackdown and where things may be headed with his storyline... The Good Brothers return to WWE to link up with AJ Styles, how their return came about, the circumstances around their departure and what it means for Karl Anderson's reign as NEVER Openweight Champion in New Japan... Rey Mysterio moved to Smackdown and the two reasons why this is a great move by Triple H... Ronda Rousey addresses the lack of non-title storylines for women in WWE and two names rumored for a possible return... Ariel Helwani puts Tony Khan on BLAST for "one of the most frustrating" and "not so fun" interviews of his entire career, why Ariel had every right to be frustrated, his comments about the "freakazoid" AEW fans and how he made himself look bad by reacting the way that he did... Saraya appears on Talk is Jericho and talks about Triple H being shocked when WWE let her go... thoughts on the Tales from the Territories episode on Jerry Lawler and Andy Kaufman's feud, their infamous segment on The David Letterman Show and why he should be in the WWE Hall of Fame... and YOUR QUESTIONS on Sami Zayn challenging Roman Reigns at Wrestlemania, Bret Hart in the Attitude Era and more. ***Follow Solomonster on Twitter for news and opinion:http://www.twitter.com/solomonsterSubscribe to the Solomonster Sounds Off on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSolomonster?sub_confirmation=1Become a Solomonster Sounds Off Channel Member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jcg7mk93fGNqWPMfl_Aig/join

Funny Science Fiction
Comedy and The HereAfter ft. Vinnie Favale

Funny Science Fiction

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 59:06


Comedy and the HereAfter We are on vacation this week. So we present you an episode from our former sister show on Pop Culture Addicts ..... Vinnie Favale has been around pop culture for a very long time. Vinnie is the co-founder of Comedy Central, has been an executive in charge of production for The David Letterman Show and the Senior Vice President of Talent Development & Live Events of CBS TV Studios. He's an author, an avid Beatles fan, a podcast host, and a former regular on the Howard Stern Show.. And somehow during all of that, he found time to write a musical, including the songs, even though he doesn't play an instrument. And speaking of musicals, we talk about how much Vinnie and Kathleen love them, and Tim still hates them ..... so there's that. We had an absolutely wonderful chat with Vinnie. Buckle in for the ride and enjoy the laughs! For more on Vinnie Favale, please visit the following - www.vinniefavale.com For RSWOF Merch - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/31938193-rswof?store_id=1397534 100% of all proceeds Benefit Wish Upon a Teen For direct contributions - https://www.wishuponateen.org Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website - https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on Twitter and Instagram - @fsfpopcast Buy us Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/fsfpopcast For more on our show partners - Bridgework Studios - https://www.teepublic.com/user/bridgework-studios Level Up Sabers - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2018189&u=3289465&m=124959&urllink=&afftrack= Support The FSF PopCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/funny-science-fiction

The FSF PopCast
Comedy and The HereAfter ft. Vinnie Favale

The FSF PopCast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 59:06


Comedy and the HereAfter We are on vacation this week. So we present you an episode from our former sister show on Pop Culture Addicts ..... Vinnie Favale has been around pop culture for a very long time. Vinnie is the co-founder of Comedy Central, has been an executive in charge of production for The David Letterman Show and the Senior Vice President of Talent Development & Live Events of CBS TV Studios. He's an author, an avid Beatles fan, a podcast host, and a former regular on the Howard Stern Show.. And somehow during all of that, he found time to write a musical, including the songs, even though he doesn't play an instrument. And speaking of musicals, we talk about how much Vinnie and Kathleen love them, and Tim still hates them ..... so there's that. We had an absolutely wonderful chat with Vinnie. Buckle in for the ride and enjoy the laughs! For more on Vinnie Favale, please visit the following - www.vinniefavale.com For RSWOF Merch - https://www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/31938193-rswof?store_id=1397534 100% of all proceeds Benefit Wish Upon a Teen For direct contributions - https://www.wishuponateen.org Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/cpry4fCDTq Visit our website - https://www.fsfpopcast.com FSF PopCast on Twitter and Instagram - @fsfpopcast Buy us Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/fsfpopcast For more on our show partners - Bridgework Studios - https://www.teepublic.com/user/bridgework-studios Level Up Sabers - https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2018189&u=3289465&m=124959&urllink=&afftrack= Support The FSF PopCast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/funny-science-fiction

7:31 AM
August 30th, 2022: Megan Thee Stallion Joining MCU, Mickey Mantle Card Sells for Over $12M, Serena at US Open & More.

7:31 AM

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 9:12


On today's show:On This Day: In 1993, David Letterman Show debuted.Megan Thee Stallion Making MCU Debut.Mickey Mantle Card Sells for $12.6 Million.Jimmy Garoppolo's deal to stay in San Francisco.Serena Williams at US Open.For more details on these stories and many more, follow ONE37pm on IG, Twitter, FB and TT.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Perpetual mOetion With Dr mOe Anderson
Life As A Working Class Rock Star With Ivan Bodley

Perpetual mOetion With Dr mOe Anderson

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 34:06


If you think being a rock star isn't hard work, think again. Ivan Bodley aka Funkboy is a bass player who has appeared on Broadway and been inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame. He's performed with music icons like Sting, Carlos Santana, and the Temptations. Plus, he's a magna cum laude graduate of the premier Berklee College of Music. In this interview, he chats with Dr. mOe about his impressive career, life on the road, and his new book "Am I Famous Yet? - Memoir of a Working-Class Rock Star." Hear Ivan perform and learn more about his journey at   Transcript is auto-generated: [00:00] Dr. mOe Anderson: Welcome, Ivan. [00:02] Ivan Bodley: Thanks so much. Great to see you. [00:04] Dr. mOe Anderson: And you as well. I've been looking forward to talking to the legendary Funk Boy. We're going to have some fun today. You're quite the god. My goodness, talk about being versatile. You have a BA in psychology from V Two Lane University in New Orleans. I'm headed there soon. You were also a publicist with Epic record Sony Music. How did you go from that to working class musician? How did this journey begin? [00:35] Ivan Bodley: You know, that was an interesting kind of career transition. Yes, you're right. I have an undergraduate degree, and then I went into the music business, and I was a junior executive, and I had a corporate Amex card, and I seemed to be on that path as a career path for life. And after about three years of being in the music business, I realized that the music business is pretty much a marketing company. It had very little to do with creativity and creation of music. Certainly we were getting to hang out with the rock stars we were promoting, but we weren't involved in any of the creative aspects of making this product. So I kind of had a moment of realization, and it was kind of a difficult one because I realized there really wasn't anything else I wanted to do but to try to be an actual performer. And when you come to realization like that, you kind of realize, like, wow, that's a tough road to ho, as they say. There's no guarantees of success, and I have nothing else I really wanted to fall back on. There's nothing else I wanted to do regardless of education or qualifications or anything else. So I was like, I kind of resigned myself. Well, I guess I got to try to make it go of this if I'm going to do that. And then once I came to that realization, I was like, all right, well, if I'm going to do this, I need to go ahead and get myself more specifically formally educated in music, because most of my study at that point had been self study or with private teachers or that kind of thing. So then I went back as a slightly older person. I was in my mid twenties after 26, I think. Then I went to the Berkeley College of Music. Well, and then I'll slip in that I managed to graduate from there, magna cum laude, too. So I really tried to dedicate myself to my studies to give myself the tools that I needed to hopefully then have any success in the business. In a business where no success is ever guaranteed, you then have to have a good deal of hard work and good fortune on your side to try to rent. That's what happened. I kind of took a bizarre leap of faith after I was resigned to my fate, and somehow, looking back now, 30 years later, it worked out. [03:13] Dr. mOe Anderson: Absolutely. I talked about your impressive CV in the intro. I would say it has more than worked out. And what I'm particularly impressed by is that I'm a creative as well. So I know how it is when you have those two sides, the corporate and then the fashion and artsy side of you, but that you fully committed to what you wanted to do, whether it was the corporate side or the music that you went all in. And a lot of people get stuck because they want to love everything, but we got to do some stuff we don't like so much to get to the point where we can do what we really want to do. That's just part of the process. So from there you've studied, you've got a great background in business and music based on that investment in yourself. How did you go from that to becoming a freelance professional musician because you've worked with some of the biggest people in the music business. [04:13] Ivan Bodley: Well, after I got my degree from Berkeley, I came back to New York City because that's kind of where I thought I knew that I always sort of wanted to be musically. A lot of the music that I was sort of interested in was coming was emanating from here. So I had a grand career set of goals, and what I was going to do was I was going to become a famous musician. I was going to play at Madison Square Garden. I was going to play on The Tonight Show and the David Letterman Show and Saturday Night Live. These are my career goals, the trifecta, right? And I can tell you with great confidence, 30 years later, exactly none of those things actually happened. But a bunch of other things happened along the way that sort of made it worthwhile. When I got here, I started typing resumes. I was a temp secretary. I had the temp gig for like three years during the day, world's longest temp gig. It was three years long, and I was typing resumes for the people that the phone company was laying off. It was this bizarre, weird, good karma job I was trying to help, working this career resource center of the phone company, believe it or not. And then little by little, step by step, inch by inch, just over time, over that three year period, the evening freelance music career became just enough to tip the balance, to go ahead and pay the rent and take an additional leap of faith and leave the temp gig. And that was the last time I had a day job, was 1995. [05:52] Dr. mOe Anderson: Oh, you lucky, lucky man. [05:54] Ivan Bodley: I know. True. That is true. That is true. [05:57] Dr. mOe Anderson: But you worked hard at it. You even took a job that you were overqualified for until you could fully pursue your commitment and your passion, your talent for music. And, you know, you call yourself almost famous, but you performed at Carnegie Hall the Kennedy Center. You're in the Blues freaking hall of Fame, right? You've been music director for Sam and Moore, Sam and Dave for my old schoolers, Martha and the Vandelas. But you've also performed with Sting the Temptations. Benny King,  Chaka Khan Wynonna Judd and David Foster! I don't normally tik off a list like that, but most people don't have a list like that. [06:45] Ivan Bodley: It's funny. I have a joke sort of my resume, which is included in the end of my book, and I will send it out to some people. It's on my website. It's seven pages long. It's unconscionably long. There's no possible reason people shouldn't have that much information. But what happens is I find over and over again and you just demonstrated this exactly. I'd never know which name on the resume is going to resonate with somebody. Like, you have a personal relationship to, say, Sam and Dave, for instance, and people go, wow, you play with Sam and Dave. But it's always one that I don't expect. Like, I'll have seven pages of information and some people will say, like, wow, you play with Buster Point extra. I'm like, yeah, I did. That's the one that turned you on. Great. Perfect. Now we can talk about that. [07:30] Dr. mOe Anderson: Yeah, it is funny. And it just tells us that we have some lives well lived when we can make references to people throughout multiple generations. And that's exactly what you've done. Because, like, my mom would be way Sam and Dave, right? And she listened to music all the time. And I'm not that much older than you. I'm not trying to throw shade, but no, that's my Sam and Dave and Martha Reid's reference. But then when you get to Chakra Khan and Rufus and why not especially David Foster. Oh, my God, he's a genius. That's when you're getting into my influences and just all around. It's just exciting reading, and I can't imagine what it was like. Do you have any funny story you can share with us about your life on the road or with one of these celebrities? I know there's a bunch of them in the book, but is there one you can share with us now? [08:26] Ivan Bodley: There's a whole bunch of them. Actually, you're right. That's the reason I did write the book, because there's so many of them. I do want to correct you on one small point. I didn't ever actually play with the band Rufus. I played with Rufus Thomas, the world's oldest teenagers of the man who did the funky chicken down in Memphis, Tennessee. I don't want to misappropriate my strange celebrity resume. [08:49] Dr. mOe Anderson: Hey, my bad. That's so mean. Folks, I corrected and I'm okay with that. [08:54] Ivan Bodley: All good. We opened for Chaka. I was playing with Solomon Burke at the where was this? The Saratoga Jazz Festival in New York. Excuse me. And the act immediately after us was Chaka Kahn So I feel like I've been on the same stage with her, but I've not actually played in her band yet. I'm available, Chaka, if you're around. If you need me, I'd be happy to come out. I love sliding medieval, that's all. It's all a shameless self promotion that never kind of ends. And a funny story, that show with Solomon Burke, I think we had a twelve piece band. Solomon Burke at that time in his career was, I believe, £425. He was a formidable gentleman of certain stature. So on his technical rider, he had a king's throne to be placed at the front of the stage and he sat down on the throne and conducted his business from the front of the stage using just the power of his voice. And he ran for 15,000 people and he moved, like emotionally moved the entire audience with just the sound of his voice. It was the most extraordinary thing I've ever seen. He also had on his technical writer two dozen long stem roses with the thorns removed that he had to have by the throne. So he gave them out one at a time to ladies in the front row in the audience as he was performing. He was a master showman and very sort of like old school, old world RMB. And then at the end of the show, like for the big climax of the night, his big stage move was he stood up on a high note, he stood up from the throne and the audience was like, wow. It was just unbelievable. Like you see performers dancing and sweating for 2 hours. He had one move and it was as effective as any Britney Spears concert you've ever seen. Amazing former. [11:04] Dr. mOe Anderson: And that's what I always say about singers versus entertainers. I'm a big deal fan, for example, I don't think she has a move other than turning to one profile side or the other. But she doesn't need one. [11:18] Ivan Bodley: She doesn't need it. [11:19] Dr. mOe Anderson: It's so amazing. Now, if you can sing and dance to Kudos to you, but if you got a pig, I'll take a singer over an entertainer any day and I just can't even imagine someone just sitting on their throne like a sovereign management rising 15,000 people. That is a gift. That's a form of genius. And whether people recognize it or not, that is not an easy thing. Thanks for sharing that story. [11:47] Ivan Bodley: Furthermore, as the band, as the backing band, I think we rehearsed with him one time, the first time we met him, and then never again. Because what he did was the other thing too. Like all of his songs, the only thing you knew about what he was about to say was that it was in the key of G. He stayed in the same key for the entire evening and it was never, ever dull. So he had a group of songs that were hits for him back in the Atlantic record spaces. So I kind of had, like, a little cheat sheet sort of in front of me, like a three or four page thing that kind of happened. So what he would do, he would just start singing a melody, a capella. And as the backing band, we had to figure out what song he was on. And then we had to catch up because he was already two bars into the song. So he got to get you into my life. And we're like, okay, all right. Figure out what song was. Figure out what the changes were and catch up. And he did this over and over again. And it was just such an amazing exercise for us to try to listen and try to respond to him live like that. [12:50] Dr. mOe Anderson: And then he would do that with you guys. Said he had a lot of confidence in you, too, and your musical abilities, because that is really some Southern Black Baptist Church stuff right there. [13:04] Ivan Bodley: Exactly what it is. Never had a set list, never premeditate. What's going to happen now that you said that? Now I can tell you the next story. We're playing with him at Lincoln Center. At Avery Fisher Hall. This is the jazz festival thing. We're in this very prestigious concert event opening for Wilson Ticket. Wilson, the mighty, wicked Picket. So Dr. Burke is like to be referred as he was a doctor of mortuary sciences. Dr. Burke started Sigma. I'm 100,000% serious. He was a many faceted, individual, fascinating human being. [13:50] Dr. mOe Anderson: That's crazy. [13:51] Ivan Bodley: He started singing in the same manner I just described to you. He would just start singing a melody. So he started singing the Ray Charles classic drowned in My Own Tears. And between, I looked at the keyboard player and the keyboard player look at the guitar player, and the guitar player looked at me. And we realized between the three of us, none of us knew the changes exactly to the song. We're like, oh, we're live on stage being reviewed by The New York Times at Lincoln Center, and we don't know the song that he's now singing. And he realizes within 20 seconds or 10 seconds, like, we're not with it. So he sings a couple of lines of it, then he moves on to something else, and we're back in the fold, and the concert continues on. We got away with it, really. Probably. We were only the ones that noticed it. But then as we're leaving the stage at the end of the night, triumphant standing ovation, he got the whole thing. The greatest jockey and record producer, Bob Porter with the MC for the evening. So if we're coming up to the wings, bob Porter looks at me and he says, Drowning My Own Tears. So I was like, oh, man, you heard that? [15:04] Dr. mOe Anderson: There's a lot of nonverbal kind of back and forth. I'm not a musician. I'm a creative. I write and speak. But just that, you guys. I mean, I kind of see it when I see the biopics and the movies, but you guys just kind of feed off of each other, get to know each other to that degree that he knew to just move on. Okay, they're not getting it. He moved on. And it's just like a seamless communication. [15:34] Ivan Bodley: We don't call it eyeballing. We call it earballing. [15:37] Dr. mOe Anderson: Earballing. I was searching for a word. Thank you. I was like, there's got to be a term for that. And that makes sense. And it is a relationship just like every other relationship, even if it's just for an hour or two. And that's what's another thing that's so beautiful about music and what you do and that you've been able to perform with all these different types of musicians. You've also worked for a major record label and you've been a musician. What is it like to work for a major record label? You alluded to it, but a little bit more of what that life is like. [16:21] Ivan Bodley: Well, that's what I did coming out of my college years. While I was at Two Lane, I was also the music director of the campus radio station. There's a station there called Wtwo two Lane radio. And it was a 1500 watt station which covered all greater metro New Orleans. So had a potential listenership of like a million people. Not that we had those kind of numbers, but it had a very wide coverage and as such, it was a very influential station. So the record companies knew this and they would promote directly to us and have us interview their artists when they would come through town and send us. So my job was to sort of be in contact with the record companies and make sure that the station had all the latest product and all this kind of thing. So that was kind of my entree into the music business, was doing it from the radio station side. And because I really didn't pick up a bass guitar until I was a senior in high school, I was 17 years old. So when it was time to make the decision to go to college, I was in no position to say, I'm going to be a music major. I didn't have that much experience. I actually started Tulane as a biomedical engineering major first, and after about two years of that majoring actually in college, radio, I ended up with a psych degree. So because of the context that I'd made through the music directorship, then that's how I was able to parlay that into an assistant job in the publicity department at Epic Records. And then at which you start out making Xerox copies and making coffee and running errands, whatever you need to do. [17:51] Dr. mOe Anderson: Back in the days when we worked. [17:53] Ivan Bodley: Our way up from the bottom, that's exactly what happened. [17:56] Dr. mOe Anderson: You know, they come in privileged and expecting to have a corner office. Initially, no shade. [18:03] Ivan Bodley: That's exactly what it is. And then after about a year and a half of being successful doing that, an office opened up and it was the manager of West Coast publicity I was in New York initially, the manager of West Coast publicity for Epic Portrait and CBS Associated Labels. So I had to move out to Los Angeles midway through my record company career. And that's when I got the business card, the corporate Amex card. And it wasn't the corner office, but it was an office with a window and all that kind of nonsense. And I was working for, I guess, my sort of pride and joy projects from that time where the band Living Color, we were working on their first project called Personality on the Vivid album. I was working with Stanley Clark, the great jazz bass player who's been a dear friend of mine ever since George Duke. [18:53] Dr. mOe Anderson: Stanley Clark. [18:54] Ivan Bodley: George, exactly. Big Daddy. We called George Duke Big Daddy. And I was working with near. Not directly with, but certainly near. I have a platinum plaque on my wall now. That was all the gold and platinum records. I'm looking at it right now from the year 1988. So in no particular order. Gloria Estefan, Cheap Trick, Luther Vandross, Michael Jackson, Ozzy Osbourne the Band europe Shade Joan Jet And The blackhearted Weird Al Yankovic Alexander O'Neill and REO Speed Wagon So those were the clients that I was dealing with at the label at that time. [19:33] Dr. mOe Anderson: I saw some of those during our pre call. You have a very interesting office or whatever the room you were in as we were talking, I was just looking at the guitars and all the boards and the gold platinum records. Just amazing just being in that environment. And sometimes people like, I have some degrees and family pictures and art in the room on my office. And sometimes people are like, oh, that's your ego wall. But you know what? For me, it's a hustle wall. It's like what you can do when you try really hard. And frankly, I'm the one in here ten to 12 hours a day. It's not like I'm out on the street like, look at this, look at this. It just reminds me that hard work and effort gets results. And to keep at it, keep at it, don't get discouraged. [20:25] Ivan Bodley: I remember when I saw the picture of your office as well. I call them my own. I call them the bowling trophies. These are the bowling trophies. And having a platinum record up that I was presented with 35 years ago, does that mean something now? Like, yes and no. It's part of my origin story. And it's one of those things when you see it, it looks impressive. And occasionally I'm reminded to look at it and go like, oh, yeah, I did that. [20:48] Dr. mOe Anderson: I did that. And at the end of the day, it's by you for you to do what you want to with. That's why I love it. I was very inspired just seeing it, honestly, and I'm glad I had that opportunity. [21:01] Ivan Bodley: Yes, good. Thank you. [21:02] Dr. mOe Anderson: So you talked about all the sides of it, that you've been on the corporate side file, you've done whatever was necessary, ultimately. We Heard You trifecta The Tonight Show, medicine Square Garden And So forth. [21:19] Ivan Bodley: None of that happened, by the way. [21:20] Dr. mOe Anderson: None of it happened, but none of it a lot of people have lofty goals like that. What advice would you give to someone chasing fame and fortune. [21:32] Ivan Bodley: That is so difficult? Because I'm not sure I've gotten either one, even though I've been a successful, quote unquote, successful, working class musician my whole life. [21:40] Dr. mOe Anderson: Right. The key was the chase, though. For someone, that's their objective, to chase rather than producing something excellent or a service or commitment or a mission. But that's the end goal. I just want to be famous, right? [21:59] Ivan Bodley: Yeah. The fame part of it, that's a very tenuous thing. And I've had brushes with fame. Certainly you've seen the photo album, stood next to some very famous people for very short periods of time to get a photo. But like, for instance, when I was doing the Broadway show Rock of Ages, which was like the 80s rock musical, the band was on stage, we were on stage, we were in costume and makeup and flipping our hair around for two and a half hours. So when we would come out of the stage door, very often there would be people waiting to meet the actors and get their playbills signed and maybe take a picture of that kind of thing. So when you would come out the stage door, people go like, Yay, it's the bass player. And then you were known by an audience all the way up until you turn the corner on 7th Avenue and you're famous for half a block. And then as soon as you turned the corner on 7th Avenue, you were right back into obscurity. Nobody knew who you were, nobody seen you, and it was right back to normal, everyday life. To me, fame is tenuous at kind of every level. I mean, even if you look at somebody sort of uber famous, like, I don't know, Justin Bieber or something, I have to understand that my parents generation have no idea who he is, and they don't care. It's not for them. So, yeah, he's as famous as you can get, and still not everybody is going to know him. But for me, the key was to give myself the tools that I needed to allow myself to be able to succeed. And for me, that was going back to musical, that's what I needed to do was sort of plug in the gaps in my education and give myself the possibility of them succeeding. Then once I had that possibility, then I knew it was just going to be a lot of hard work. It's still hard work. I'm still taking jobs that require a lot of transcription time, a lot of practice time, preparation time, sometimes a lot of driving, you know, like drive from New York City to Buffalo is going to be 6 hours to do a job that's going to pay me $300 which barely pays for the gas and tolls in my time. But it's all part of it. It's all part of the journey because you never know what leads to what. And all the gigs that I've told you solomon Burke and Sam Moore and all those Martha Reeves, all those gigs came from working with a band here in New Orleans called the Uptown Horns Review. The uptown Horns. They're the Horns section who played on James Brown Living in America. B 52 Loveshack Cameo ward up. They're a very famous, well established horn section. So I became their bass player through two things. One, I was touring with the Sherrells and their drummer Crusher Green was also the drummer in the Uptown Horns Review. And the other thing was, I did a $50 blues gig in Manhattan one night with a friend of mine named Timothy Beckerman, the blues siren of New Orleans. She was up here in New York and the sax player was Crispincio, who's the lead alto player in the Uptown Horn. So from a $50 job and then also from this recommendation, I got from the drummer, suddenly I started working with this group which introduced me to everybody on that list that we just talked about. And there's no way to have anticipated that that $50 job is going to lead to everything else. So you just kind of have to take everything, do everything, be prepared and show up on time. [25:32] Dr. mOe Anderson: Unfortunately. I just like to that you're saying that it was your dedication to the craft not just do anything outrageous, outlandish or whatever to get attention and be famous, but your dedication to the craft led to you getting in the company of the right people and networking and just having what is really an amazing life. These names you drop like they're nothing are just people who are legends to me. I've got vinyl in there with these folks pictures on them, which is the closest I'll ever get to them. So I'm just a little bit envious. Don't be upset with me, but I'm a little bit envious. [26:15] Ivan Bodley: I'm not mad at all. I'm a fan too. That's how I started doing this. I'm a fan of this music. My mom's record collection was Gladys Knight and the Pips and Stevie Wonder and King Floyd and I can tina Turner. Those are the records that I grew up in the house and they trained in Georgia. Thank you. That's what I grew up with. Gladys was my mom's absolute favorite. So then dedicating myself to working with these classic soul artists. This is, for me, a pilgrimage. Yeah. I love it. I can't get enough of it. The other thing too, is sort of like preparing yourself, what you're talking about, sort of doing things to get attention. That's all well and good, but then once you're given the opportunity, you need to have the goods to back it up, to be able to do the job right. Yeah, publicity stuff, that's all great, but then they say, okay, come on our stage and play. If you're not really dedicated and ready to do the job, you're not going to get a second call. It'll be a one and done. [27:17] Dr. mOe Anderson: I know, exactly. And there's a maturity and growth that happens, too. Personal growth that happens during all that. You've been through all that. I've been through all that. So many people who've worked hard and suddenly are almost famous, and people don't see everything that came before that. Which leads me to your memoir. What inspired you to write? Am I famous yet? Memoir of a working class rock star. [27:46] Ivan Bodley: I think the title describes exactly who I am. I stand next to rockstars occasionally for long enough to take a photo or play a concert, but most of what I do is I lift my own amps, I drive my own car, I work for a living. Definitely what would happen was if something crazy would happen at a sound check, for instance, between sound check and the show, usually there's a dinner break for the abandoned crew. We'll sit down and have a little catering or somebody who's going to order out sandwiches or pizza. And what would happen was I would be like, you know that thing that just happened? It reminded me of another thing that just happened on another job that was even stranger or even weirder. And I would start telling these stories to my bandmates and my compatriots and anyone who would listen. And I was told over and over again, they say, you should really write these things down because you've got so many of these road stories at this point. And I was thinking to myself, back in my publicity days for the label, I used to write the artist BIOS and the liner notes and the press releases and that kind of stuff. I always had the writing gene has always been part of what I do. So as I was being encouraged to do this, maybe about four years ago, I sat down during the winter, which is kind of my slow season, and I said, Let me start to see if I can assemble enough of these stories to see if it's a book. And I started writing and writing and writing and writing in my spare time, such as it was. And about three months in, I'm like, yeah, I think it's a book. I think we have a book there, but never quite got it finished until the world shut down two years ago. And suddenly all the live gigs dried up and we basically sat home for 15 months. It was a very scary. Time in the music business for us, everybody. But what I tried to do during that time was make lemonade out of the lemon. So I had time to finish the book, get it edited and send it to my aunt is a copy editor for Time magazine, so she kindly copied the whole book. I got it formatted. I got it put up on Amazon. I was able to finish it sort of with the time that I had. All the while, I was also, like doing home recordings via file sharing with all my other musician friends who were similarly displaced and out of work, and they're all happy to play. So I did about two albums worth of material during that time, too, which got me signed to a record label for the first time in my life as well. [30:24] Dr. mOe Anderson: Congratulations. Which record label, if I may ask? [30:28] Ivan Bodley: It's a company called Color Red. Music. Color REDCOM out in Colorado. It's run by Eddie Roberts, who is the leader of the new Master Sounds, which is a British band, like a new British version of The Meters or Booker T. And the Mg is kind of like an instrumental funk band. Really interesting. And it's a great platform for these independent musicians and they have a whole licensing wing. So hopefully one day one of my songs will show up in a TV show or commercial and like, that returns on investment. [31:02] Dr. mOe Anderson: I hope that for you. And again, congratulations. That's great news. A lot did happen during that period, but I saw some videos, I think, on YouTube, and I didn't jot down was a crab walk or crab tree. [31:20] Ivan Bodley: Crab walk. [31:22] Dr. mOe Anderson: I got to drop that in the show notes. You are hilarious. A talented musician, but also very funny and a great, great storyteller. Ivan. [31:32] Ivan Bodley: Oh, thank you. Yeah, that was another thing. During the Quarantine, I had all the time in the world to shoot my own little independent video clips to go with these projects. All that stuff is on YouTube as well. [31:43] Dr. mOe Anderson: And people can hear you and get engaged and they can connect with you on YouTube. But where else can people find you? Learn more about you download this book on Amazon guys, and my famous yet memoir of a working class rock star. But how can they connect with you online? [32:00] Ivan Bodley: The book is available as hardcover, soft cover, Kindle edition, as a podcast, as YouTube clips in any possible format that you consume. Media. I believe there's a version for you. Links to everything, everything are at my website, funkboy. Net. Funkboy. Net. Not Funky Boy. Funk Boy. Everybody spelling counts in this day and age. But it's got links to Amazon. It's got links to the YouTube stuff, it's got links to all of the recordings and way too many pictures of me standing next to famous people, which are highly amusing. [32:40] Dr. mOe Anderson: I think there is no such thing. I happen to love looking at videos and photos. And Instagram is leading the social media war right now because of their big focus on Photos. So keep posting those, keep doing your videos and keep making great music. You guys connect with Ivan. Follow him online. He is a fun and talented guy. And you just heard a story of perseverance, excellence and success. And for this moment, for this episode, I thank you. Ivan the famous Funkboy. [33:21] Ivan Bodley: Thank you so much, Doctor mOe. I really appreciate you taking interest in my work. [33:27] Dr. mOe Anderson: Wasn't that a great program? Oh, love that episode. I enjoyed it. I hope you did too. Please remember to like, subscribe and share. Learn more about me on my website, dr. Moanderson.com. That's Moe. You can read book excerpts, watch videos, learn about the services that I offer, and book me for a speaking engagement. I'd love to talk with your group and I'd love to work with you. So until the next time, review, renew and renew. Thank you.

Sports Media with Richard Deitsch
The Amazing, Incredible Story of Barry Bremen, The Sports Imposter. As told by guests ESPN's Russell Dinallo and Jeremy Schapp

Sports Media with Richard Deitsch

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 45:31


Episode 221 of the Sports Media Podcast features two guests — ESPN director and producer Russell Dinallo and host and reporter Jeremy Schaap. In this podcast, Dinallo and Schaap discuss the story of Barry Bremen, a Detroit-area novelty goods salesman who in the late 1970's was known as “The Great Imposter.” Bremen pulled off sports pranks that included crashing the 1979 NBA All-Star Game to shoot layups on the court with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Moses Malone, and Dr. J , crashing baseball's 1979 All-Star Game  and shagging flies in the outfield for 30 minutes, and posing as a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader at a Cowboys-Washington game. The stunts landed him on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, the David Letterman Show and the Today Show. Bremen died of cancer in 2011 but that's where the story begins in many ways. More than three dozen people have now learned that Bremen is their biological father, through sperm donation. They found out about each other – and Bremen – through genetic testing and the painstaking efforts of one of the children to track their lineage. “The Great Imposter and Me” debuts on July 12, at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and will be available for on-demand streaming on ESPN+. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Standup Comedy
Jeff Altman on "TV Lite" w/Jack Gallagher Bonus Show #50

Standup Comedy "Your Host and MC"

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 8:16


Short interview of famous comic Jeff Altman. He was a regular on the David Letterman Show, lots of TV commercials, and movies. He is being interviewed by comic Jack Gallgher on a short lived local TV show called "TV Lite" (NBC affiliate #3). Jeff was in town to perform at Laughs Unlimited and went off, as he usually did, on some strange topics. Enjoy!Hosted by: R. Scott EdwardsShort intro to introduce a new podcastSupport the show

Entrepreneurs Circle
E216: From Family Guy to Multifamily Guy with Mark Hentemann

Entrepreneurs Circle

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2022 63:33


Ever been struck by lightning? Well, today's guest, Mark Hentemann, has been struck by lightning, not only literally while he was drawing caricatures at SeaWorld, but also metaphorically, when he got fired from the David Letterman Show. But what seemed to be the biggest punch in the face of his career turned out to be the best moment of his career. He used such failure as fuel to do better, eventually becoming an Emmy-nominated writer and producer of the popular sitcom Family Guy. Aware of the uncertainties in the entertainment business, Mark has been investing his script earnings into multifamily since 2000. He is the founder of Quantum Capital and he is also the host of The Wild West Real Estate Show. Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation: Mark's lightning experience His foray into writing for television and film How getting fired fueled him to be better Dealing with imposter syndrome How he landed a job for Family Guy Figuring out a way to get out of the shadow of The Simpsons Finding security and certainty in real estate Embracing his failures Episode Highlights: [08:00] Turning Failures into Opportunities A Harvard degree does not make you funny, and so you've got to do the work. And at some point, when you're really serious about something, you've got to do what it takes to master it. When Mark got fired from the David Letterman Show, he knew he had to take it up a notch and took it upon himself to learn as much stuff as he can so he could get better at writing. He learned the mechanics of not just job writing, but also script writing and developing characters. [10:14] Overcoming Imposter Syndrome No matter where you are in your career, imposter syndrome is simply inevitable. And so, you have to be able to reprogram your brain to get over your fears and just go for it. [22:58] From Family Guy to Multifamily Guy Aware of the uncertainty in the entertainment business, Mark knew he had to figure out a way to invest his money wisely, In 2000, he bought his first duplex and got an 800% return on it. Since then, he went all in and has been directing all his earnings from script writing into multifamily investments. Resources Mentioned: Quantum Capital Inc The Wild West Real Estate Show --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/erikecabral/support

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma
Ep 273: Warren Mendonsa Plays the Universal Pentatonic

The Seen and the Unseen - hosted by Amit Varma

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 179:36


He's that Blackstratblues guy. He's done rock, blues, sessions work for Bollywood, and you can't put him in a box. Indie music legend Warren Mendonsa joins Amit Varma and guest co-host Chuck Gopal in episode 273 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about his career, how he only aims to make music that makes him happy, and the common thread that binds us all. Also check out: 1. Warren Mendonsa on Instagram and Twitter. 2. Blackstratblues music and community. Also, on YouTube and Spotify. 3. Anuva's Sky and Ode to a Sunny Day. 4. The therapy that is Blackstratblues -- Deepak 'Chuck' Gopalakrishnan. 5. Warren interviewed by Chuck and Varad Wategaonkar: Part 1 & Part 2. 6. Warren Mendonsa: The Universe Has The Blues -- Interview by Michael Limnios. 7. 2018 interview of Warren by EveryoneLovesGuitar. 8. The Universe of Chuck Gopal -- Episode 258 of The Seen and the Unseen. 9. Ted Gioia on Music as Cultural Cloud Storage -- Episode 79 of Conversations With Tyler. 10. The Great Man Theory. 11. Steven Van Zandt: Springsteen, the death of rock and Van Morrison on Covid — Richard Purden. 12. 1000 True Fans — Kevin Kelly. 13. 1000 True Fans? Try 100 — Li Jin. 14. What is Internet? -- Bill Gates on the David Letterman Show. 15. Why Old Music is Killing New Music -- Rick Beato. 16. The viral TikTok video  by doggface208 featuring Fleetwood Mac's 'Dreams.' 17. The Volkswagen commercial featuring Nick Drake's 'Pink Moon.' 18. The Time a Stiff Caught Fire -- Keith Yates on Billy Joel. 19. PSP 12" -- Zero. 20. Bobby McFerrin Demonstrates the Power of the Pentatonic Scale. 21. Derek Trucks talks guitar and plays incredible slide. 22. Turbo Killer -- Carpenter Brut. 23. Afrique Victime -- Mdou Moctar. 24. Tinariwen on Spotify. 25. Dungen on Spotify. 26. The Dungen albums, Ta Det Lugnt and 4, with the song Mina Damer Och Fasaner. 27. Josh Fix on Spotify. 28. This Town Is Making Me Angry -- Josh Fix. 29. The Formula Behind Every Perfect Pop Song -- Seeker. 30. Why We Choke -- Amit Varma (on the Yips). 31. This is Your Brain on Music -- Daniel Levitin. 32. Your brain hallucinates your conscious reality -- TED Talk by Anil Seth. 33. What Colour Is Your Raindrop -- Tajdar Junaid. 34. Dastaan -- Tajdar Junaid. 35. 10 Things I Wish I Knew when I started playing Guitar -- Warren Mendonsa. 36. This Is Spinal Tap -- Rob Reiner. 37. Monty Python's Life of Brian. 38. Masala Lab on Instagram. 39. Krish Ashok on Spotify and Apple Music. 40. A Scientist in the Kitchen -- Episode 204 of The Seen and the Unseen (w Krish Ashok). 41. Bill McClintock on YouTube. 42. Derek Trucks and Michael Landau on Spotify. 43. Nadia - Nitin Sawhney with Jeff Beck live. 44. Where Were You? -- Jeff Beck. 45. Arinjoy Sarkar and Rudi Wallang on YouTube. 46. Achint on Instagram and YouTube. 47. Tejas, Komorebi, Rohan Rajadhyaksha and Sandunes. Also, do check out Chuck Gopal's specially curated playlist of Indian rock and metal for listeners of The Seen and the Unseen. (Here's a YouTube version.) This episode is sponsored by The Desi Crime Podcast. You'll find them on all podcast apps. Check out Amit's online course, The Art of Clear Writing. And subscribe to The India Uncut Newsletter. It's free!

Pop Culture Addicts
S1E32 - Episode 32 - Comedy & The Hereafter ft. Vinnie Favale

Pop Culture Addicts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 59:40


Comedy & The Hereafter This week on Pop Culture Addicts we present Vinnie Favale. Vinnie has been around pop culture for a very long time. Vinnie is the co-founder of Comedy Central, has been an executive in charge of production for The David Letterman Show and the Senior Vice President of Talent Development & Live Events of CBS TV Studios. He's an author, an avid Beatles fan and a podcast host. And during all of that, he found time to write a musical, including the songs, even though he doesn't play an instrument. And speaking of musicals, we talk about how much Vinnie and Kathleen love them, and Tim still hates them ..... so there's that. We had an absolutely wonderful chat with Vinnie. Buckle in for the ride and enjoy the laughs! For more on Vinnie Favale, please visit the following - www.vinniefavale.com Help support Pop Culture Addicts! ▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀▀ Below are Amazon affiliate links. If you click on one, Pop Culture Addicts may receive a commission. Tim's microphone - https://amzn.to/3n7Jhwp Tim's headphones - https://amzn.to/3D89zEh Tim's Camera - https://amzn.to/3gl2iY3 Tim's Apple Airpods - https://amzn.to/3J4GxbA Kathleen's microphone - https://amzn.to/3DbJFj7 Kathleen's audio interface - https://amzn.to/3DdhfFt Kathleen's Camera - https://amzn.to/3LpbWHu Kathleen's headphones - https://amzn.to/3c65m8y Buy us a Coffee - https://ko-fi.com/popcultureaddicts Be sure to check out our social media, as well: Twitter: @pcapodshow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100071131012500 Instagram: @pcapodshow Support Pop Culture Addicts by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/pop-culture-addicts Find out more at https://pop-culture-addicts.pinecast.co

Mscs Media
Eddie Brill - David Letterman 17 years - Comedian - Actor - MSCS MEDIA #167

Mscs Media

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2022 151:38


Eddie Brill is an American comedian, writer, and actor.s. He also worked for the Late Show with David Letterman from February 1997 through February 2014. Brill tours frequently, performing in the US as well as England, Ireland, France, Australia, Amsterdam, and Hong Kong.  We dicuss when he met Ray Charles, Jamie Fox who we discuss his roles as Mike Tyson series and many other stories of guest from the David Letterman show. Eddie's son is also and actor muscian and headlining comedy shows. Eddie will be performing at Casa Tiki , https://www.casatiki.com 3/12/22 8-10pm Casa Tiki MiamiUnleash The Beast With Monster Energy:https://www.monsterenergy.comYour money is your own business.https://cash.appUse code MSCS for new accounts. Eddie Brill:Podcast: The Break w/ Eddie Brillhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-break-w-eddie-brill/id1177619713Twitter: @Eddie_BrillWebsite: https://www.eddiebrill.com ➔ Stay Connected With MSCS MEDIA► Subscribe: https://cutt.ly/GEDzbsu► All MSCS MEDIA VIDEO INTERVIEWS: https://www.youtube.com/c/MscsMedia► All Links to MSCS MEDIA: https://allmylinks.com/mscsmedia#miketysonmovie #eddiebrill #davidletterman #mscsmedia

Weekend Warrior with Dr. Robert Klapper

Warren Zevon's unique simple rule for living given on The David Letterman Show.

Daniel Donato's Lost Highway
Episode #63: Dave Simonett (Trampled By Turtles)

Daniel Donato's Lost Highway

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 58:54


Dave Simonett is a singer-songwriter, most famously known from his original band Trampled By Turtles, from Duluth, MN. Since they began creating music in 2004, the band has released 9 studio albums, sold out Red Rocks numerous times, and have performed at Bonnaroo, Coachella, and on many other historic stages including that of The David Letterman Show. Dave and Daniel discuss his approach to maintaining inspiration, accepting and embracing individuality, and how he goes about integrating influences from his love of nature into his artistic works. Listen to the NEW Cosmic Country & Western Songs album here: https://onerpm.link/cosmiccountryandwesternsongs This podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Please leave us a rating or review on Apple Podcasts!Daniel Donato's Lost Highway is presented by Osiris Media. Hosted, Produced, and Original Music by Daniel Donato. Executive Produced by Matt Dwyer for Osiris Media. Produced by Owen Canavan of Perry Street Management. Production Assistance from Matt Bavuso. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jay's Reel World
Funny Business

Jay's Reel World

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 64:13


Eddie Brill is our special guest for this episode of Jay's Reel World. He is an award-winning stand-up comedian and former Entertainment Coordinator for The David Letterman Show. He was one of the people I reconnected with on my "Reconnection Tour" while I was on dialysis. In this podcast, listen to some of Eddie recount some of his amazing career through the decades and how our meeting in 1997 helped to change the trajectory of my life. Thank you for your support. I am honored to have you along the journey and hope you get "reeled" in to Jay's Reel World. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jaysreelworld/support

Rock and Rich
Affiliated GRAMMY Award-Winning French Jazz Violinist Scott Tixier

Rock and Rich

Play Episode Play 28 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 73:23


How exactly does a violinist from Paris, France end up in New York city broke and homeless get on the David Letterman Show? The crazy real life story of world renowned violinist, Scott Tixier. Tixier has worked in theater, film scoring, Broadway shows, for Sony Pictures, ARTE Creative, Heineken, Dos Equis, Fisher-Price, America's Got Talent on NBC, with Zedd on the David Letterman Late Show on CBS, for Josh Groban, Harvey Keitel, Robert De Niro, Sting, Jean Reno, Whoopi Goldberg, Marc Jacobs, Keith David, Pierre Palmade, Pierre Richard, David Ackroyd, NBA player Allan Houston, Christina Aguilera, Chrisette Michele, Doug E. Fresh, JR, Ariana Grande, and Monica Dogra.He has performed and recorded with Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Roger Waters, Kenny Barron, John Legend, Chris Potter, Christina Aguilera, Common, Anthony Braxton, Joss Stone, Gladys Knight, Natalie Cole, Wayne Brady, Chris Walden, Greg Phillinganes, Ray Chew, The Isley Brothers, Cory Smythe, Maceo Parker, Janet Cardiff, Siegfried Kessler, Tony Middleton, Lonnie Plaxico, Myron Walden, Clifford Adams (Kool & the Gang), Helen Sung and many others! 

Random Access Television
The David Letterman Show

Random Access Television

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 37:03


Does the world need ninety minutes of David Letterman? 1980s daytime TV definitely thought so. Join Zach and Nas as they travel to Long Island (both metaphorically and literally) to enjoy the musings of the future Late Show host. Come for the copious amounts of advertisements geared toward housewives, but please stay for Hester Mundis's riveting tale of raising a baby chimp in her Manhattan apartment. Sponsored by cleaning products, gym memberships, cat food, and uh…..douches. We'll explain, I promise.You can pre-watch this episode at the link below in our Random Access Television playlist of all the shows we've watched that are on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_rgmo7DIqebwt8WwCwzCin6KCdPlLOA3

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!
Anton Fig - Rock Star Drummer for The David Letterman Show

Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 40:29


Anton Fig is one of the most celebrated drummers in the world. For 29 years he was the drummer for David Letterman on his various television shows. Plus  Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame inductions and so many other events. Robert's featured song in this episode is “Cakewalk For Debra” from the album Twenty by Robert. Robert chose this song because, not only is it the first song that he ever composed, but Anton played drums on the recording. For a FREE Download of “Cakewalk For Debra” just go to this link: https://www.followyourdreampodcast.com/roadmap-song SPECIAL OFFER! Buy any digital album at the PGS Store (www.thePGSstore.com) and get a second digital album for FREE! Just enter this Code at checkout: Podcast https://thepgsstore.com/discount/Podcast?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fmusic Anton Fig was born and raised in South Africa. In the early 1970s he came to America to attend music school at The New England Conservatory in Boston. Robert and Anton met at that time and played together in a band for several years. Anton moved to New York and became a fixture in music recording sessions, playing for example on several KISS albums. He went on to be hired for the David Letterman Show where he remained for 29 years as a featured member of the band along with Paul Shaffer. Of late he has been recording and touring with Joe Bonamassa.In this episode, Robert and Anton discuss:Growing up in Capetown, South AfricaMoving to America to attend music schoolPlaying with Robert in BostonMoving to New York and working as a session drummerHis gig on the David Letterman ShowOther celebrity events that he's played forRecording and touring with Joe Bonamassa If you enjoyed the show, please Subscribe, Rate, and Review at Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. You can do so easily on the Apple Podcasts phone app.https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-your-dream/id1557290471 Get your Complimentary DREAM ROADMAP with Robert's 5 steps to pursue and succeed at YOUR dream. Just click here: https://www.followyourdreampodcast.com/dreamroadmap Connect with Anton at https://www.antonfig.com/ Connect with the Follow Your Dream Podcast:Website: www.followyourdreampodcast.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followyourdreampodcast/Facebook: www.facebook.com/FollowYourDreamPodcastEmail Robert: robert@followyourdreampodcast.com Follow Robert's band, Project Grand Slam, and his music:Website: https://www.projectgrandslam.comStore: https://www.thepgsstore.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/PGSjazzFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/projectgrandslam/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/04BdGdJszDD8WtAFXc9skWApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/project-grand-slam/274548453Email: pgs@projectgrandslam.com Robert's featured song in this episode- “Cakewalk For Debra” from Robert's album Twenty, Spotify link- https://open.spotify.com/track/4kt6s17FuQoA660mvN3rQd?si=wIF2m4vHTEWOBpe6HWDtuA&dl_branch=1

Water the Bamboo: Unleashing Your Potential
WTB-14 - Award-winning author and Marketing Strategist Cathey Armillas on Speaking with Passion and Heart and Leaning into What Makes You Unique

Water the Bamboo: Unleashing Your Potential

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2021 50:42


Cathey Armillas is a marketing strategist, presentation coach, author of The Unbreakable Rules of Marketing, and the How to ROCK a Ted Talk program, and in this episode, she joins Greg Bell for a tell-all discussion about Cathey's career growth, why she leans into her uniqueness and encourages other to do the same, and shares speaking tips for listeners. Don't miss this incredible conversation with Cathey Armillas. Episode Highlights: 00:56 - Cathey's Water the Bamboo story 03:59 - Cathey's surprise call from the David Letterman Show 05:29 - How Cathey navigated her career early on being a young woman in a male-dominated industry 07:59 - How Cathey began coaching Tedx speakers 10:21 - Cathey's Bamboo Circle 14:20 - Mistakes made and lessons learned 17:27 - Speaking tips from Cathey 21:54 - “Bringing down the wall” in presentations 24:49 - Typical day and week for Cathey 27:48 - Where Cathey gets her energy 30:20 - What Cathey's brother-in-law said to her when she started her business 33:09 - Advice Cathey would give herself at the age of 19 35:53 - What distractions came up for Cathey as she progressed in her career 39:27 - What makes Cathey unique 42:37 - Embracing what makes you different 46:31 - What's Going Well for Cathey Guest at a Glance Cathey Armillas is a Marketing Strategist and the author of the award-winning book, The Unbreakable Rules of Marketing: 9 ½ Ways to Get People to Love You (www.unbreakablerules.com). Whether in the boardroom or on stage, people love Cathey's enthusiasm, passion and directness. She has been notorious for creating wildly successful marketing strategies. As a speaker, Cathey teaches people the Unbreakable Rules of Marketing so they can use them in their efforts to get people to love them, and love what they do. Her Unbreakable Rules has helped reach millions of people and quadrupled her clients' sales. In one example, she created a viral marketing campaign for a client by shredding items such as soccer balls, torpedoes, even a Volkswagen, and posting videos of them online. It landed the client on the David Letterman Show, CNN, CNBC, and the Discovery Channel. Cathey shows her authenticity and heart as a TEDx speaker, TEDx speaking coach and organizer. Cathey knows speaking from an organizer's standpoint from her experience volunteering behind the scenes at TEDxPortland. Portland hosts the one of the world's largest TEDx event in the world with an attendance of over 3,000 people. Secondly, Cathey has coached many to rock their TED Talk from young rising star celebrities to WWII War heroes. She has also been invited to deliver her own TEDx Talk. Though thriving as a guru in marketing, her TEDx Talk is titled: “Share your life”. Cathey opened up and showed her vulnerable side as she shared her personal struggle for happiness and where she finally found it. When companies need to reach people in unique ways, they call on Cathey Armillas. Her clients range from big brand companies like Intel, Nike and Xerox; to mid-sized companies like Color Dimensions, OBS, Tripwire and SSI Shredders; to cities, agencies and creative organizations like Viacom and Ogilvy. Notable Quotes “I think if you're a young woman, Or if you're a young man or if you're anybody and you have something in you and you really feel like it's going to work, I feel like you just have to voice your opinion.” “If you have something to sell to the world, sell it from the bottom of your heart and people will usually buy it.” “A Ted Talk is a mini-marketing campaign for an idea.” “I think anybody that reaches out to get help from other people is already heading the right direction.” “There are speakers sometimes even if they're talking about a story that's from their life, you can tell, they're just like, Oh, I've told this story a hundred times, I'm being a news reporter right now. I'm not reliving this story; I'm just retelling the story. And so I try to get people in that moment where they're reliving that.” “Are you either going to strive to get better or are you going to allow yourself to get worse?” “What makes you, you? Go a hundred percent into that. Run hard into that. Be you.” “I think it takes a bold, brave move to just be able to look yourself in the mirror and just say, I love you. I love you for who you are.”   Order the Water the Bamboo Book at https://amzn.to/3mPxcZu Order the What's Going Well? Book at https://amzn.to/3rBePLy  Learn more about Greg Bell More than just a motivational speaker, Greg Bell is a Portland, Oregon based thought leader, business consultant, and leadership coach. His popular books, What's Going Well? and Water The Bamboo: Unleashing The Potential Of Teams And Individuals, have inspired an array of organizations, from Fortune 500 companies like Nike, Disney, and Comcast, to the Portland Trail Blazers and Division I NCAA athletic teams like the Oregon Ducks Football and the Gonzaga Bulldogs Basketball. Visit Greg's website. Connect with Greg LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter

The Set Up | Marketing and Music
Songwriting Creative Process with Hit Songwriter, Kirsti Manna | EP 30

The Set Up | Marketing and Music

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 35:01


Struggling to write your next song? Need help finding your voice and style? In episode 30 of The Set Up, We are joined by hit songwriter, Kirsti Manna to discuss her songwriting process and tips for getting started or getting out of a creative block. Kirsti Manna (@songwritergirl1) is a songwriter and an expert in publishing, you may know her from her many songs from well known country artists with big hits like Austin sang by Blake Shelton and Loud by Big and Rich. Her songs have been heard around the world in such places as CMT, ESPN, Gayle King's Grammy Special, “The Tonight Show,” “The David Letterman Show,” “Friday Night Lights,” and “Dance Wars.” She empowers girls and women to find their creative voice. In 2008, Kirsti launched “Songwriter Girl” and “Songwriter Girl Camps” (www.songwritergirl.com). “To me, it's scarier to not create something than to create it. It's more frightening to live the life when you never try something that piques your interest.” * 2:00 Intro to Kirsti & Writing Songs for Well Known Artists 2:30 Creative Process & Finding co- writers 12:30 How to Approach Artists to work with 14:00 Pivoting to Virtual Performances & Songwriting Sessions 18:30 Songwriting Camps 23:30 Songwriting Best Practices * Resources Book- Artists Way https://www.songwritergirl.com * If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 30 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews! For show notes and past guests, please visit thesetupseries.com/interviews Sign up for Sydney's email newsletter (“Set Up Set List") at thesetupseries.com/community Talk to us! Send Sydney an email for any topic or guest submissions OR to say hello! thesetupseries.com/contact Follow us on IG! @thesetupseries --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thesetupseries/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thesetupseries/support