Podcast appearances and mentions of Geri Jewell

Geri Jewell joins Chris and Will to discuss her new book about the many of columns she wrote.

"We're thinking of doing this show with all women. Becasue women are becoming this big thing, ya know. And the leads of the show would all be women!"Susan and Sharon are excited to talk with legendary 80s TV Lady -- and writer/producer of 80 episodes of The Facts of Life -- Margie Peters! Margie Peters has written and produced over 140 hours of television, including The Love Boat, Valerie, One Day at a Time and A Different World. But her best-known gig was the six years she spent on The Facts of Life. From her first meeting to the final day, Margie relates how writing The Facts of Life taught her everything about “the facts” of making Hollywood television in the 80s!THE CONVERSATIONSECRET SITCOM WRITER: How Margie wrote a sitcom pilot "Under One Roof" based on her life at night -- while spending her days being a mother, a housewife, AND a journalist! Hollywood writer/producer Bernie Orenstien (That Girl!, Sanford & Son) reads it and calls her with these magical words: “I think you could have a career out here.”  Two weeks later she's on a plane to Hollywood!INSTANT CHEMISTRY: Actress Linda Marsh teams with Margie and a writing partnership begins…SPEAK YOUR TRUTH: Their first meeting at Facts of Life: “Why are the girls wearing hot pants and cut-off tops -- in New England? In winter?!? It's kiddie porn!”  Margie & Linda stay on Facts of Life from Season 2 through Season 6 -- working their way up from Staff Writers to Show Runners!THE ONE THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING:  Margie & Linda write S2:EP3 “Double Standard” -- showrunners Jerry Mayer and Jack Elinson tell them: “You have found the soul of the show”.THE ONE WHERE NATALIE'S FATHER HAS AN AFFAIR: “We loved the actor but we hated the character. So we killed him.”WORKING WITH THE GIRLS: Working with Charlotte Rae, Lisa Whelchel, Mindy Cohn, Kim Fields, Nancy McKeon and Geri Jewell.Lisa Whelchel balked when the writers pitched Blair losing her virginity. So Mindy Cohn said: “I'll do it!”WHAT'S NEXT? The day came when Linda Marsh said, “I'm done.”  But Margie kept going…Then Marcy Carsey called: “We'd like to bring you on ‘A Different World'”!THINKING IN THE CAR: How the award-winning “No Means No” episode came to be -- and almost didn't happen at all!"MAKE DWAYNE THE HERO" - How to solve the producer notes when tackling a story on campus rape in "No Means No" So join Susan and Sharon -- and Margie -- as they talk Mary Tyler Moore, Terri Hatcher, Jason Bateman, Asaad Kelada, Susan Fales Hill, Neema Barnette, HBCs, Cagney & Lacey, working for diversity…  and saying “No” to Norman Lear! STAY TUNED IN TWO WEEKS FOR THE FACTS OF LIFE WITH MARGIE PETERS - PART 2!  AUDIO-OGRAPHYWatch The Facts of Life: IN FLUX! Currently watch Seasons 4, 5, and 6 of The Facts of Life for free on ROKU channel. Season 3 is available on Amazon Prime and for sale on Apple TV. Check YouTube for other episdoes.THE AMBIES AWARDS ARE MARCH 31FINGERS CROSSED! 80s TV Ladies is nominited! We're up for an Ambies Award by The Podcast Academy for Best Indie Podcast Hosts. Visit Ambies.com and watch the Awards show LIVE on Twitch March 31st at 6pm CT.VITAL READINGGet Handbook for A Post-Roe America by Robin Marty at Bookshop.org.Check out Men In Dark Times by Hannah Ahrendt at Bookshop.org.Read Democracy Awakening by Heather Cox Richardson at Bookshop.org.You can also follow Richardson's substack.CONNECTGet transcripts and more at 80sTVLadies.comRate and review us at Apple Podcast.Join the conversation at Facebook.com/80sTVLadies.Sign up for the 80s TV Ladies mailing list.Support us and get ad-free episodes on PATREON. 

Geri's Jewels and Gems Bookhttps://a.co/d/eLFLnKm  Show CreditsHost/Producer: Steve KmetkoAll things technical: Justin ZangerleExecutive Producer: Jim LichtensteinMusic by: Brian SanyshynTranscription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.comhttp://patreon.com/stillherehollywoodSuggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.comAdvertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.comPublicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com

TVC 663.6: Actress, author, and comedienne Geri Jewell (The Facts of Life, Deadwood, I'm Walking as Straight as I Can) talks to Ed about what led her into the world of stand-up comedy in the late 1970s; how stand-up comedy has changed today; and how she was often encouraged by Carol Burnett early in her career. Geri's latest book, Geri's Jewels & Gems, discusses topics and issues about the human condition that are timeless and relatable to anyone who is trying to navigate their way through everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TVC 663.5: Ed welcomes back actress, author, and comedienne Geri Jewell (The Facts of Life, Deadwood, I'm Walking as Straight as I Can). Geri's latest book, Geri's Jewels & Gems, is a collection of columns that Geri originally wrote for Ability Magazine between 2012 and 2017, but which discuss topics and issues about the human condition that are timeless and relatable to anyone who is trying to navigate their way through everyday life. Topics this segment include what it means for Geri to have been part of the legacy of Norman Lear and what it means to her to have had him as a friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 7, 2024On this episode of the Bill Alexander Show, Bill talks with Geri Jewell. Geri is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime-time series. She began her career doing stand-up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. In 1980 she performed at the 2nd Annual Media Access Awards, where she was introduced to Norman Lear by producer, Fern Field. After her groundbreaking role on Facts she has appeared on such shows as The Great Space Coaster, the Emmy award-winning movie Two of a Kind, Sesame Street, 21 Jump Street, The Young and the Restless, Strong Medicine, and the HBO hit series, Deadwood, which she also received Emmy consideration for. She also co-starred in the independent film "Night of the White Pants" and was featured on the FOX series, Alcatraz. When Geri is not working in television, she is a highly sought after motivational speaker and trainer in the areas of diversity, disability, and GLBT issues. Her training has taken her to such companies as Hewlett Packard, Master Foods, Johnson Wax, AT&T, Amgen, Mass Mutual, and Raytheon. She has also trained such government agencies as The C.I.A., The U.S. Treasury Department, Defense Intelligence Agency, and the U.S. Army. She is famous for her uncanny ability to captivate the hearts of her audiences by using humor to facilitate attitudinal change. Geri brings to her presentations her personal experiences in life, which in turn allow people to gain insight into the prospect of seeing disability in a totally different light, creating hope where there is none, and joy where there is pain. She has never forgotten her roots in comedy. She has appeared on many of cable comedy shows, including Evening at the Improv on A&E, and Stand Up Spotlight on VHI. She has opened for Paul Anka, Robert Goulet, and Judy Collins. She has been featured on Entertainment Tonight, E! Hollywood True Story, and ABCs 20/20, and A&E's Biography. All in all, Geri enjoys a thriving career. She has been the recipient of many awards, including the 1992 Founders Award, the 2005 Independent Living Legacy Award, and the 2006 Victory Award. Her NEW autobiography, I'm Walking as Straight as I Can received the 2012 Gold Award by the Independent Publishers. She also received the 2013 Golden Halo Award, and the 2013 UCP Life Without Limits Award. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-bill-alexander-show/support

My returning guest is an actress who played “Cousin Geri” on “The Facts of Life”, and is the author of a new book, “Geri's Jewels & Gems”. We discuss her book, her memories, how she's coped with life's difficulties, and much more.  

Geri Jewell (The Facts of Life, Deadwood) stops by to discuss her work in television and to talk about her latest book, "Geri's Jewels & Gems". 

Geri Jewell shares her trailblazing career as the first actress with cerebral palsy to break into mainstream television. From her early stand-up days at The Comedy Store to her iconic roles on The Facts of Life and HBO's Deadwood, Geri reflects on the challenges and triumphs of her journey. She opens up about her influential friendship with Carol Burnett, the unforgettable moment she was cast by Norman Lear, and the humorous yet impactful experiences that shaped her career. Her stories offer a mix of inspiration, humor, and behind-the-scenes insights into breaking barriers in Hollywood.   Episode Highlights: Comedy Roots: Geri recounts her journey into stand-up comedy, starting at the famous Comedy Store in 1978. From her struggles with early performances to becoming the first comedian with cerebral palsy to appear on national television, Geri's resilience shines through. Her candid reflection on bombing her second week at the Comedy Store—and what she learned from it—provides both humor and wisdom. Carol Burnett's Influence: One of the highlights of Geri's youth was becoming pen pals with her idol, Carol Burnett. Carol's words of encouragement inspired Geri to pursue her dreams in show business, despite the societal expectations placed on her due to her disability. Geri shares heartwarming memories of Carol's support and how it fueled her ambition. Meeting Norman Lear: A pivotal moment in Geri's career came when Norman Lear spotted her performance and immediately cast her as Cousin Geri on The Facts of Life. Geri recounts the whirlwind experience of joining the cast, humanizing the snobby Blair Warner, and the impact of being one of the first actresses with a visible disability on a major TV show. Decapitating Big Bird: In one of the funniest moments of the episode, Geri shares a story about her guest appearance on Sesame Street, where an unexpected accident involving roller skates and Big Bird left children screaming! Geri's retelling of how she managed to “decapitate” Big Bird during a live taping is guaranteed to leave you laughing. From Stand-Up to Deadwood: Geri takes us through her transition from sitcoms to the gritty world of HBO's Deadwood. A chance encounter with David Milch in a pharmacy led to her role as Jewel, a character created specifically for her. Geri's reflections on working with Ian McShane and the unique challenges of performing in such a raw, historical setting are captivating. New Book – Geri's Gems and Jewels: Geri discusses the inspiration behind her new book, a collection of essays and stories drawn from her life and career. The book combines humor and poignant reflections, with a special foreword from her dear friend, Norman Lear.   Filled with laugh-out-loud moments, touching memories, and incredible career insights, this episode is a masterclass in resilience, humor, and the power of breaking barriers.   You're going to love my conversation with Geri Jewell Geri's Website IMDB Get an autographed book   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.  

Geri Jewell is a Comedian/Actor/Motivational Speaker/Author and (thanks to Norman Lear) the trailblazing first person with a visible disability to appear as a TV show regular! Geri went straight from special ed to special treatment as a Facts of Life cast member, portraying Blair's Cousin Geri and providing essential representation for kids growing up and living with Cerebral Palsy. Geri's life and career have always been an inspiration, as evidenced by her brand new coffee table book 'Geri's Jewels & Gems', which will provide you with a fresh, positive perspective on the inevitable hardships and struggles we all face. Brace for Geri's sunny outlook, grit and determination to shift your mood and encourage you to pursue your own dreams! As a child, Geri's imagination took her to Wimbledon, standup comedy stages and Hollywood. She was soon exchanging letters with Carol Burnett, performing at the Comedy Store and playing doubles with John McEnroe and Arthur Ash! Her mother had warned her, “Be careful what you wish for.” Geri teaches us that kids with disabilities often grow up emotionally stunted because so much emphasis is placed on their physical development. Cast in an NBC sitcom at the age of 23, Geri was a rich target for unscrupulous managers and “friends.” She frequently lost her way while being misunderstood, underestimated and searching for the courage to live an openly gay life. The physical beating of Cerebral Palsy can be very painful and poor balance leads to debilitating falls. Geri was recovering from back and neck surgery, waiting in line at CVS to purchase botox for her neck pain when David Milch approached her and felt inspired to cast her in Deadwood! Your next miracle could be just around the corner! Geri talks to us about her first inspirational book called I'm Walking As Straight As I Can, her determination to defy expectations, how CP has provided her with unique insights into the human condition and her intention to help others reach their potential. Then Geri's best friend, hearing impaired comedian Kathy Buckley joins us on the panel  to share more truly adorable anecdotes and adventures. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending My Brilliant Friend on HBO and Daughters on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Geri JewellGeri Jewell on WikiI'm Walking As Straight As I Can by Geri JewellGeri's Jewels and Gems by Gery JewellGeri Jewell on YoutubeGeri Jewell at Ability MagazineGeri Jewell on FacebookKathy BuckleyKathy Buckley on InstagramMy Brilliant Friend on HBODaughters - NetflixMedia Path PodcastGift Of Democracy

Episode Notes S5E29 -- Join us as we dive into the mind of the amazing Geri Jewell. She'll take us on her journey from being the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series (Fact's of Life) to her new novel GERI'S JEWELS & GEMS. NEWS FLASH: You can now purchase Toking with the Dead full novel here https://a.co/d/7uypgZo https://www.barnesandnoble.com/.../toking.../1143414656... You can see all your past favorite episodes now streaming on https://redcoraluniverse.com/ OR Show your support by purchasing FB stars. Send stars to the stars fb.com/stars Toking with the Dead: https://www.stilltoking.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TokingwiththeDead?tn=-]C-R https://www.instagram.com/stilltokingwith/?hl=en https://twitter.com/thetoking?lang=en https://pinecast.com/feed/still-toking-with Check out Toking with the Dead Episode 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=awhL5FyW_j4 Check out Toking with the Dead Episode 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SaUai58ua6o Buy awesome Merchandise! https://www.stilltoking.com/toking-with-the-dead-train https://teespring.com/stores/still-toking-with Our booking agent: https://www.facebook.com/AmyMakepeace https://www.facebook.com/groups/3770117099673924 Sponsorship Opportunities: https://www.stilltoking.com/become-a-sponsor or email us at bartlett52108@gmail.com thetokingdead@gmail.com ————————————— Follow our guest https://gerijewell.com/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geri_Jewell https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0422434/ https://www.facebook.com/gerij1/ https://www.instagram.com/geri.jewell/ ———————— Follow Still Toking With and their friends! https://smartpa.ge/5zv1 https://thedorkeningpodcastnetwork.com/ ————————————— Produced by Leo Pond and The Dorkening Podcast Network https://TheDorkening.com Facebook.com/TheDorkening Youtube.com/TheDorkening Twitter.com/TheDorkening Dead Dork Radio https://live365.com/station/Dead-Dork-Radio-a68071 MORE ABOUT THE GUEST: Geri's Jewels & Gems is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. It is truly a balanced blend of her sense of humor and sensitivity which embraces her ability to survive and thrive in a world that was challenging from the time she was born with cerebral palsy in 1956. In 1978 she embarked upon what she was told was impossible for her, a career in stand-up comedy and became known to millions as Cousin Geri on the NBC show, The Facts of Life. Her career extends more than four decades as a comedian, actress, and writer. This book gives us a rare insight as to how her mind is wired and promises to humor, inspire, and challenge us all to love life. Geri Jewell is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series. She began her career doing stand up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. In 1980 she performed at the 2nd Annual Media Access Awards, when she was introduced to Norman Lear by producer, Fern Field. After her ground breaking role on Facts she has appeared on such shows as The Great Space Coaster, the Emmy award winning movie Two of a Kind, Sesame Street, 21 Jump Street, Young and the Restless, Strong Medicine and the HBO hit series, Deadwood, which she also received Emmy consideration for. She also co-starred in the independent film Night of the White Pants and was featured on the FOX series, Alcatraz. When Geri is not working in television, she is a highly sought after motivational speaker and trainer in the areas of diversity, disability and GLBT issues. Her training has taken her to such companies as Hewlett Packard, Master Foods, Johnson Wax, AT&T, Amgen, Mass Mutual and Raytheon. She has also trained such government agencies as The C.I.A., The U.S. Treasury Department, Defense Intelligence Agency, and the U.S. Army. She is famous for her uncanny ability to captivate the hearts of her audiences by using humor to facilitate attitudinal change. Geri brings to her presentations her personal experiences in life, which in turn allow people to gain insight into the prospect of seeing disability in a totally different light, creating hope where there is none, and joy where there is pain. Find out more at https://still-toking-with.pinecast.co Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/still-toking-with/7a956e97-f219-4564-9be4-fe57796bc49a

Geri Jewell started her career as a stand-up comic, and is best known for her role as “Cousin Geri” on the ground-breaking sitcom NBC's “The Facts of Life,” and a reoccurring role in HBO's “Deadwood.”  Geri has appeared on numerous comedy cable shows such as A&E's Evening at the Improv, VHI's Spotlight, and Comedy Central. She appeared in the Emmy® Award winning movie Two of a Kind, with George Burns and Robby Benson. She has also appeared in “I Love Liberty,” “21 Jump Street,” “Sesame Street,” “The New Adventures of Lassie,” “Strong Medicine,” “The Young and the Restless,” “Alcatraz” and “Glee.” She co-starred in the film “Night of the White Pants” with Tom Wilkinson.  Most recently co-starred in HBO's “Deadwood: The Movie,” and a cameo appearance in the movie Carol of the Bells. Geri's autobiography, “I'm Walking as Straight as I Can” received the 2012 Gold Award by the Independent Publishers for Best Memoir. She also wrote a bi monthly column for the award winning magazine Ability. Her latest book, “Geri's Jewels & Gems” is a collection of the columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. All in all, Geri is enjoying a thriving career. She has been the recipient of many awards, including the 1992 Founders Award, the 2005 Independent Living Legacy Award, and the 2006 Victory award. She also received the 2013 Golden Halo Award, and the 2013 UCP Life Without Limits Award. She is currently starring and producing an upcoming documentary, “My Next Breath.” ON THE KNOWS with Randall Kenneth Jones is a podcast featuring host Randall Kenneth Jones (bestselling author, speaker & creative communications consultant) and Susan C. Bennett (the original voice of Siri). ON THE KNOWS is produced and edited by Kevin Randall Jones. GERI JEWELL Online: Web: www.GeriJewell.com   ON THE KNOWS Online:    Join us in the Podcast Lounge on Facebook. X (Randy): https://twitter.com/randallkjones  Instagram (Randy): https://www.instagram.com/randallkennethjones/ Facebook (Randy): https://www.facebook.com/mindzoo/ Web:  RandallKennethJones.com  X (Susan): https://twitter.com/SiriouslySusan Instagram (Susan): https://www.instagram.com/siriouslysusan/ Facebook (Susan): https://www.facebook.com/siriouslysusan/ Web: SusanCBennett.com LinkedIn (Kevin): https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-randall-jones/  Web: www.KevinRandallJones.com    www.OnTheKnows.com

Hey friends, welcome to this episode of Backstory Sessions! We are back, kicking off Season 13 with a phenomenal guest - the unforgettable Geri Jewell. Remember her as Blair's cousin on the iconic show "Facts of Life"? Well, she's here to share her incredible journey. From her early diagnosis with Cerebral Palsy to making waves in Hollywood, Geri has lived a life full of inspiring moments and hilarious anecdotes. You'll hear about her groundbreaking role in "Facts of Life," her unexpected encounter with David Milch that landed her a part in "Deadwood," and her latest ventures including a children's book and some exciting new projects. We also dive into Geri's early love for comedy, her admiration for Carol Burnett, and how she turned her challenges into comedic gold. Don't miss this heartwarming and entertaining episode that reminds us all to laugh, dream big, and never give up!

Geri Jewell meets Carol Burnett in this good bonus. If you don't believe in visual and creative manifestation, you may just change your mind after hearing this story. If you can see it, you can make it happen. Anything is possible.

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with actress/writer/comedian Geri Jewell!  Geri Jewell is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series. She began her career doing stand up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978.  In 1980 she performed at the 2nd Annual Media Access Awards, when she was introduced to Norman Lear by producer, Fern Field. After her ground breaking role on Facts she has appeared on such shows as The Great Space Coaster, the Emmy award winning movie Two of a Kind, Sesame Street, 21 Jump Street, Young and the Restless, Strong Medicine and the HBO hit series, Deadwood, which she also received Emmy consideration for. She also co-starred in the independent film Night of the White Pants and was featured on the FOX series, Alcatraz.   When Geri is not working in television, she is a highly sought after motivational speaker and trainer in the areas of diversity, disability and GLBT issues. Her training has taken her to such companies as Hewlett Packard, Master Foods, Johnson Wax, AT&T, Amgen, Mass Mutual and Raytheon. She has also trained such government agencies as The C.I.A., The U.S. Treasury Department, Defense Intelligence Agency, and the U.S. Army.    Geri's Jewels & Gems is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. It is truly a balanced blend of her sense of humor and sensitivity which embraces her ability to survive and thrive in a world that was challenging from the time she was born with cerebral palsy in 1956.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today Alison interviews An award winning author, performer and motivational speaker, Geri Jewell

Noel catches up with Geri Jewell. The author, actor and comedian is out with her new book, Geri's Jewels & Gems, it is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. Geri is best known for portraying Cousin Geri on The Facts of LIfe. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series. She began her career doing stand up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. Geri played Jewel, on HBO's Deadwood.

Geri Jewell is a comedian, actor and author who just happens to have cerebral palsy. When she crossed paths with legendary TV producer Norman Lear, her life changed forever and so did ours. Her portrayal of Cousin Geri on The Facts of Life was a ratings bonanza. She's gone on to many other projects but stand up comedy has always been her happy place. Her new book, Geri's Jewels & Gems spotlights the many columns she has written over the years and proves there is no stopping any of us when we set our mind to something we are passionate about. We talk about her first time on stage at just 18 months old all the way to her final meeting with Lear at his home where Dustin Hoffman just also happened to show up - only in Hollywood. Geri is the definition of inspiration. And she's also a damn good hilarious time. ------------------------ Steve's second novel, MURDER UNMASKED, is ready for pre-order! Visit Barnes & Noble to preorder your copy: https://shorturl.at/Zu8Ji

GERI'S JEWELS & GEMS By Geri Jewell (Facts of Life/NBC & Deadwood/CBS & HBO) https://gerijewell.com/ Forward By Norman Lear (Other Celebrity and Colleague Endorsements below) Geri's Jewels & Gems is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. It is truly a balanced blend of her sense of humor and sensitivity which embraces her ability to survive and thrive in a world that was challenging from the time she was born with cerebral palsy in 1956. In 1978 she embarked upon what she was told was impossible for her, a career in stand-up comedy and became known to millions as Cousin Geri on the NBC show, The Facts of Life. Her career extends more than four decades as a comedian, actress, and writer. This book gives us a rare insight as to how her mind is wired and promises to humor, inspire, and challenge us all to love life. A NORMAN LEAR DISCOVERY Geri was discovered by Norman Lear, whose career in television and film included, All in the Family, Maude, Good Times, The Jeffersons, Sanford and Son and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, among others, transforming the American Cultural Landscape. Mr. Lear met Geri Jewell when she performed stand-up comedy at the 2nd annual Media Access Awards in Beverly Hills. He told Geri, "You're way before your time!” Geri responded, “So wait three months.” And that is exactly what Mr Lear did. A few months later, he offered her the role of Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, "The Facts of Life." The very first "Cousin Geri" episode received the highest Nielsen ratings to date, and the rest is history. GERI JEWELL BACKGROUNDER Geri Jewell is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series. She began her career doing stand up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. In 1980 she performed at the 2nd Annual Media Access Awards, when she was introduced to Norman Lear by producer, Fern Field. After her ground breaking role on Facts she has appeared on such shows as The Great Space Coaster, the Emmy award winning movie Two of a Kind, Sesame Street, 21 Jump Street, Young and the Restless, Strong Medicine and the HBO hit series, Deadwood, which she also received Emmy consideration for. She also co-starred in the independent film Night of the White Pants and was featured on the FOX series, Alcatraz. When Geri is not working in television, she is a highly sought after motivational speaker and trainer in the areas of diversity, disability and GLBT issues. Her training has taken her to such companies as Hewlett Packard, Master Foods, Johnson Wax, AT&T, Amgen, Mass Mutual and Raytheon. She has also trained such government agencies as The C.I.A., The U.S. Treasury Department, Defense Intelligence Agency, and the U.S. Army. She is famous for her uncanny ability to captivate the hearts of her audiences by using humor to facilitate attitudinal change. Geri brings to her presentations her personal experiences in life, which in turn allow people to gain insight into the prospect of seeing disability in a totally different light, creating hope where there is none, and joy where there is pain.

Actress & Author Geri Jewell  Her Latest Book: "Geri's Jewels & Gems" is a collection of columns Jewell wrote for Ability Magazine over six years, along with photos she chose from her life. Jewell is best known for her role as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom The Facts of Life, where she was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime-time series. In Geri's Jewels & Gems, Jewell shares insights on life from her unique perspective, combining deep reflection with her signature humor.  Books: "Geri" ''I'm Walking As Straight As I Can" "Geri's Jewels & Gems" ----------------------------------------- TV & Film Credits Include: Carol of the Bells Deadwood: The Movie Glee My Gimpy Life Pie Head: A Kinda' True Story Child of the '70s (w/ Bruce Vilanch) Alcatraz Deadwood The Night of the White Pants Strong Medicine The Young and the Restless The New Lassie 21 Jump Street Sesame Street The Facts of Life Two of a Kind Irene Mental Patient  The Righteous Apples  

Geri Jewell was discovered by Norman Lear creator of All In the Family & many other shows. Geri Jewell is best known as Cousin Geri on the NBC sitcom, The Facts of Life. She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime time series. In 1978 she embarked upon what she was told was impossible for her, a career in stand-up comedy & became known to millions. Geri's Jewels & Gems is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for Ability Magazine over six years ago GERI'S GEMS & JEWELS - GERI JEWELL: https://amzn.to/3zIqhxt

The Stuph File Program Featuring Dan Flanigan, author of An American Tragedy; comic & actress Geri Jewell, author of Geri's Jewels & Gems; & science writer Andrew Fazekas, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky Download Dan Flanigan is a lawyer and a thriller writer.  He's the author of An American Tragedy, the fourth book in a thriller series. Actress and comic, Geri Jewell, best known as Cousin Geri on the hit sitcom The Facts Of Life, has written another book.  This one is called Geri's Jewels & Gems. Science writer, Andrew Fazekas, The Night Sky Guy, author of National Geographic Backyard Guide to the Night Sky and National Geographic's Stargazer Atlas: The Ultimate Guide To The Night Sky, is back to talk about Boeing's Starliner capsule that's now stuck at the International Space Station, well over a month, on what was supposed to be an eight-day trip.(Patreon Stuph File Program fans, there is a Patreon Reward Extra where we'll discuss some problems with satellites, both the damage they can cause while orbiting, and the damage they can cause to our atmosphere when their orbit is over). This week's guest slate is presented by Chris Mackerell, the owner of World FM in New Zealand, where The Stuph File Program has been playing almost since Day One.

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Dennis is joined via Zoom by Christian McLaughin, author of the novels Glamourpuss and Sex Toys of the Gods, to talk about his newest project; the play Trumpery, which is having its world premier at the LA Fringe Festival through June 28th. Here's the shows not-so-implausible premise: Ex-President Trump (Austin Walker) is running from the law on a yacht with his wife Melania (Lauren Howard Hayes), daughter Tiffani (John Cantwell AKA Love Connie) daughter Ivanka (Tatjana Vujovic), son-in-law Jared Kushner (Felix Pire) and a mysterious stowaway (Natalie Whittle) and mayhem ensues. Christian talks about having the inspiration for the play way back in 2016, experiencing a breakthrough on the storyline while playing peek-a-boo with his cats on his birthday, why he simply had to include Tiffani's real vanity pop single "Like a Bird," and the kismet of having the show debut between the real Trump's conviction and sentencing. Christian also talks about his early days in LA, his career as a television writer on shows like Married With Children, Desperate Housewives and the 2001 MTV soap Spydergames, which he created. Other topics include: his life-long love of movie posters and the online store he started to sell them (www.westgategallery.com), revising his debut novel Glamourpuss for Kindle for its 25th anniversary, being college roommates with filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, the night comedian Geri Jewell came to see herself parodied in Christian's stage spoof The Phacts of Life, reenacting scenes from Search for Tomorrow as a child, how his parents are both awesome LGBT allies, and feeling more inspired and prolific than he has in his entire career. (www.trumpery2024.com)

“Cousin Geri” (December 24, 1980) Fun game for listeners: Take a shot every time Drew mentions the phrase “gigantic bitch” in connection with Lisa Welchel's Blair, who is in rare form this episode as she shuns her disabled cousin Geri for reasons that aren't the ones you're probably assuming. In this discussion, we bring up why Geri Jewell is a trailblazer as far as being queer and also one other thing and also why “actress recurring on Deadwood” is lowkey code for lesbian. Erin Fletcher, we want you back for that Saved by the Bell episode. Follow: GEE on Facebook • GEE's Facebook Group • GEE on Twitter • GEE on Instagram • Drew on Twitter • Glen on Twitter Listen: Apple Podcasts • Spotify • Google Podcasts • Himalaya • TuneIn And yes, we do have an official website! We even have episode transcripts courtesy of Sarah Neal. Our logo was designed by Rob Wilson. This episode's art was designed by Ian O'Phelan. This is a TableCakes podcast.

There are all kinds of reasons Chris Hendricks could have a poor outlook: he was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age 4 and his doctor told him he would have a hard time in life; he was in and out of a wheelchair in middle and high school and suffered the particular brand of cruelty practiced by teenagers; at one point, he lost his grandmother, his girlfriend and his band all at the same time. Life has not been easy for Chris. However, Chris chooses to look for magical moments instead of miserable ones. He uses music when he needs inspiration and lives by the philosophy that believing is seeing instead of the opposite. Please listen in to hear some of Chris' story, and his amazing music that are part of his perfectly imperfect journey.     Bio  Chris Hendricks' music is a blend of pop and RnB with sprinkles of influence from James Taylor to Eminmen. Chris began singing at the age of four for friends and family and hasn't stopped since. He's been a songwriter, poet, lyricist and guitarist for over 15 years. His debut album Noise (2010) sold over 10,000 units. He's performed across the United States, Canada and in Europe.  His music has been used by the National Hockey League, the National Football League, and Major League Soccer. He's written music for film (Hunny Bunny in 2020, Carol of the Bells in 2021, OCD in 2021) and television (Radical Dating in 2017). His single “Noise” was the theme song for the NHL's Carolina Hurricanes and Florida Panthers for the 2012 and 2013 season. His song “Anthem” was used as the signature “goal scoring song” for both NHL teams as well. His most recent releases “Soul on Fire” and “Stars” (2022) have been used as pump up music for the Sandiego Chargers.  Chris has toured with, and opened for grammy award winners Amy Grant and Mercy Me as well as the grammy nominated group Delta Rae. Chris has shared the stage with well known artists such as Daughtry, Parachute, Tyler Bryant, Andy McKee, Geri Jewell, Kathy Buckley, Donnie/Andy Demmers, and Jim Parsons. Chris has performed the National Anthem for the Carolina Hurricanes and Durham Bulls. Chris has performed in Prague, Bulgaria, the United Kingdom and the Caribbean. Chris has performed at notable venues across the U.S. including the Alex Theater (LA), Bluebird Cafe (Nashville), The Listening Lounge (NYC), Eddie's Attic (ATL), The Carolina Theater (Durham, NC), The Evening Muse (Charlotte, NC), Lincoln Theater (Raleigh, NC) and Disney World. Chris has performed at many colleges and universities including Elon University, East Carolina University, University of Pittsburgh, UNC Chapel Hill, UNC Wilmington, UNC Greensboro, Duke University, and Peace University. Currently he lives in Chapel Hill NC with his partner Heather and daughter Fern. Website: http://www.iamchrishendricks.com/ Latest Album: https://music.apple.com/us/album/stars-single/1655076559

Kathy believed that her disability did not make her less than anyone else. While questioning herself, she aimed high. Yet her headshot was thrown into the trash by a comedy club owner. As a stroke of luck, famous comedian Geri Jewell saw it in the trash and pulled it out. This led to Kathy's first comedy gig, where she was an instant hit. She ran into Tony Robbins in the parking lot, where Kathy was invited to share the stage with him for years to come, and she performed all over the country. Kathy did the impossible and became the world's first hearing-impaired comedian.

Geri shares her ups and downs. She gets asked to speak at the White House, not just once but three times. Once with Ronald Reagan and twice with Barack Obama. But she is also sexually assaulted by creeps that prey on disabled people. A frequent guest on Hollywood's red-carpet events, her life has thrilling highs and indescribable lows. Through it all, Geri does one thing well, she keeps going and never loses her ability to make people laugh. In the process, Geri continues to inspire millions.   

Geri shares her stories of working with Cheech and Chong, auditioning for Burt Reynolds, decapitating Big Bird, and how she landed her starring role on ABC's "Facts of Life". But success had its ups and downs. Cerebral palsy causes a lot of pain. Geri would later find herself at death's door, addicted to painkillers, too sick to work, and in a failing marriage. She would get a second shot at success when a famous producer recognized Geri at a pharmacy and offered her a role on HBO's Deadwood.

Unhappy with school, Geri tries to join the military but they don't want her. Geri tries everything, and even writes letters to TV star Carol Burnett and tells her that she is interested in a stand-up comedy career. Unbelievably, Carol writes back and encourages Geri to go for it. Right after high school, Geri auditions for a comedy club on Hollywood Boulevard. In her first attempt at stand-up comedy, Geri received a standing ovation. The audience loves her and she is an instant hit in the Hollywood comedy scene. After performing on stage for a couple of years in Hollywood and around Los Angeles, Geri lied her way into landing a spot on national television!

Being the world's smallest premature baby at that time, Geri Jewell began her life with trauma. She started life at three pounds and then dropped to two. She was isolated and no one was allowed to touch her, so she had no physical attention for the first 3 months of life. Geri was diagnosed with cerebral palsy. Her first stage appearance was as a baby where she was used at a medical convention for doctors to observe. Geri is upset that she cannot attend a “normal” school and is continuously bullied and abused by school children and kids and parents in the neighborhood. Her younger sister Gloria is her saving grace, and when they play together Gloria puts popsicle sticks on Barbie Dolls so that Geri feels normal with her leg braces.

Today on Too Opinionated we visit with Television historian, archivist and podcast pioneer Stu Shostack!  Award-winning filmmaker CJ Wallis' latest documentary STU'S SHOW, chronicling the relationship between legendary actress Lucille Ball and TV historian Stu Shostak, premieres on digital May 2, 2022 from Upstream Flix. The story of TV historian and archivist Stu Shostak, the documentary features screen-legends Tony Dow (“Leave it to Beaver”), Michael Cole ("The Mod Squad"), the late Ed Asner (“Lou Grant”), Butch Patrick (“The Munsters”), Academy Award Winner Margaret O'Brien, Geri Jewell and many, many more. Shostak got his start handing out tickets to Norman Lear sitcom tapings to people in Hollywood and parlayed that into doing audience warm-ups prior to tapings for shows such as “All In The Family” and “One Day At A Time”. The film also indirectly tells the story of television legend Lucille Ball who, contrast to popular belief, was an extremely kind and generous person who treated those around her like family. Ball is hired to hold Q&A's at a Los Angeles based College which provides a window of opportunity that alters the course of Stu's life. Shostak's encyclopedic knowledge of Ball's career earns his way into becoming an essential part of her small inner circle as her archivist and assistant to her husband Gary Morton. After Ball passes away, Shostak pioneers what we know now as “podcasting”, hosting internet shows interviewing celebrity cast and crew of the golden age of television. He also co-produces the widely successful LOVING LUCY conventions which welcomed prior cast, crew and superfans from around the world to come together for a few days to celebrate their love of I Love Lucy. At one of these Loving Lucy conventions Stu meets Jeanine Kasun, a music teacher and Lucy super-fan, who noticed Shostak hosting game shows, events and trivia contests. The two speak on the phone at length and eventually begin dating until Jeanine suffers a brain aneurysm and the two, alongside the legends of television, enter into a war with the medical industry to keep her alive. STU'S SHOW will be available on major digital platforms May 2. Want to Preorder: https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/stus-show/id1620465541 Want to Watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Pop Art Painter Jamie Roxx (www.JamieRoxx.us) welcomes C.J. Wallis, Director (Stu's Show; Film | Documentary) to the Show!    (Click to go there) ● WEB: www.fortyfps.com ● FB: @stusshowdocumentary ● IMDB: www.imdb.com/title/tt10431172 Stu's Show Documentary Pre-Order: Stu's Show on iTunes (apple.com) A Hollywood Love Story About Finding Your Leading Lady...And The Fight To Keep Her Alive. Award-winning filmmaker CJ Wallis' latest documentary STU'S SHOW, chronicling the relationship between legendary actress Lucille Ball and TV historian Stu Shostak, premieres on digital May 2, 2022 from Upstream Flix. The story of TV historian and archivist Stu Shostak, the documentary features screen-legends Tony Dow (“Leave it to Beaver”), Michael Cole ("The Mod Squad"), the late Ed Asner (“Lou Grant”), Butch Patrick (“The Munsters”), Academy Award Winner Margaret O'Brien, Geri Jewell and many, many more. ● Media Inquiries: October Coast www.octobercoastpr.com

Episode 256 of On Screen & Beyond - A disability has not stopped Geri Jewell from following her dreams! Geri shares her story from "The Facts of Life" to "Deadwood" and her future plans! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/on-screen-and-beyond/message

What fun and gorgeousness! Time flew with two-time Emmy-nominated actress, Lee Purcell, and, world's collided all over the place. It is a small world, after all. From her runway days at three (I know!), Native American ancestry, multi-generational military mantle, to dancing, singing, regional TVing', Lee went on to best 500 hopefuls, handpicked by Steve McQueen hisself (who mentored Lee in all things life, career & fitness––sweet surprise story there), to co-star with Kirk's son, fairly green, Michael Douglas. Lee later co-starred with Kirk, and they're not her only father/son dynasty co-stars. Not a bad place to start. Follow that teaming with Orson Welles, earning an Emmy nomination alongside Mark Harmon, and then another co-starring with Beau Bridges, and father Lloyd. In fact, Lee had lots of Bridges. Hysterical. Old friends with Jeff and his later girlfriend, Candy Clark, well, there are stories then and now, there, too. There's Malcolm McDowell, Chadwick Bostwick, Jon Voight, a brand spanking new, Nicolas Cage, in Valley Girl (his first feature film), and that's barely scratching the Lee Hollywood leading men, surface. The most guest-starring roles on Murder She Wrote, and loads of other TV appearances, cross-genres. We talked fabulous friends, Donny Most, Anson Williams, Geri Jewell, Roslyn Kind, Joey Travolta, and his important inclusion film, Carol of the Bells, and the wondrous Donna Pescow––how we connected, and how those soul sisters found each other and just knew. What a delightful, easy, breezy sit down with this stunning, age-defying beauty, who managed to manifest her dreams and continues to do so. Looking forward to her upcoming, Chocolate Is Not Better Than Sex. You're telling me. Lee Purcell on Game Changers with Vicki Abelson Wed, 11/17/21, 5 pm PT, 8 pm ET Streaming Live on my Facebook Replay here: https://bit.ly/3oAG6gt All BROADcasts, as podcasts, also available on iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fla tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj Also on iHeartRadio, SoundCloud, Voox, OwlTail, Backtracks, PlayerFM, Himalaya, Podchaser, and Listen Notes Thanks to Rick Smolke of Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing, the best people people-ing. quikimpressions.com Nicole Venables of Ruby Begonia Hair Studio Beauty and Products, for the best dressed. http://www.rubybegoniahairstudio.com/ Blue Microphones and Kevin Walt

More information about Francesca Martinez, Hannah Cockcroft, Rosie Jones, Geri Jewell and Sophia Warner on my blog post My Top 5 Women with cerebral palsy. We all need a hero of some sort and these are mine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lizzie-hare/message

Born on this Day: is a daily podcast hosted by Bil Antoniou, Amanda Barker & Marco Timpano. Celebrating the famous and sometimes infamous born on this day. Check out their other podcasts: Bad Gay Movies, Bitchy Gay Men Eat & Drink Every Place is the Same My Criterions The Insomnia Project Marco's book: 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Podcast Celebrating today: Lili Reinhart, Jean Smart, Claudette Colbert , Jacqueline Bissett, Richard Kiel, Louis Mandylor , Colin Trevorrow, Don Bluth, Geri Jewell, Nell Carter, Roald Dahl, Frank Marshall, Nick Vallelonga, Mel Torme, Fiona Apple, Mae Questel, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/born-on-this-day-podcast/message

Today in Studio: Geri Jewell, (Deadwood, Facts of Life), plus Kathy Buckley (Touched By An Angel, etc) and Danny Woodburn (Seingfeld, etc)

Blair, Natalie, Tootie and…a bunch of other girls. That’s how it all began. A spin-off of Diff’rent Strokes, The Facts of Life showcased a ton of teen talent. The TV show also featured many ‘hot topics’. Sexuality, adultery, and racism for starters – and that's just in the first 5 episodes. Old Roommates revisits seasons 1 and 2 of this long-running NBC comedy. Is Christina a “Jo”? Is Brian a “Blair”? And why does he keep swearing? Listen to this. Follow Old Roommates on Facebook, Twitter & Instagram @OldRoommates, and email us at oldroommatespod@gmail.com. And, of course, rate, review and subscribe on iTunes, Spotify & wherever you listen to podcasts.

If you were a “Facts Of Life” fan…and really, who wasn't…. then you will LOVE our next guest. Geri Jewell was the beloved “Cousin Geri” on the famous sitcom. The cousin of the beautiful Blair who made frequent appearances on the show. Her groundbreaking role made her the FIRST person with a disablilty (cerebral palsy) to have a major role on a primetime series. Her work would open doors for the likes of Chris Burke “Corky” on Life Goes On.

TVC 484.4: Ed welcomes back two-time Emmy nominee Lee Purcell (Adam at 6 A.M., Valley Girl, Big Wednesday, Long Road Home, Secret Sins of the Fathers). Lee can currently be seen, along with Donna Mills, Donna Pescow, Geri Jewell, and RJ Mitte, in Carol of the Bells, a heartwarming feature film directed by Joey Travolta and his company, Inclusion Films, that is now available on DVD and streaming on demand on many platforms. Inclusion Films teaches and employs people in the film industry who have developmental and physical disabilities; 70 percent of the crew members on Carol of the Bells graduated from Travolta’s schools, while the title role of Carol is played by Andrea F. Friedman, a charming actress who happens to have Down Syndrome. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark and I discuss and/or mention in passing: Wine, A.D.D., Coma Brownies, Laura Hodos, #UglyCakes©™®, Asaad Kelada, Jerry Mayer, Estrus, Cocoon, Delta Burke, Designing Women, Drinking And Driving, M.A.D.D., Big Machers, Kevin Rodney Sullivan, Fame, The West Wing, Riverdale, Grey’s Anatomy, How To Get Away With Murder, The Good Fight, Modern Family, Sabrina, Titans, Barbershop 2, How Stella Got Her Groove Back, Rob Reiner, All In The Family, When Harry Met Sally, Buckaroo Banzai, Star Trek 2: The Wrath Of Khan, More American Graffiti, Night Shift, Happy Days, Phi Beta Kappa, Michael Harrington, Pat Harrington Jr., One Day At A Time, IKEA, Woolworth’s, Aaron Eckhart, Charles In Charge, CHiPs, Newhart, Who’s The Boss, St. Elsewhere, The Colbys, Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills Cop, Little Darlings, Jodie Foster, Kristy MacNichol, Tatum O’Neal, Sissy Spacek, Mariah Carey, Precious, Glitter, George Clooney, Rosemary Clooney, Epcot, Solar Greenhouses, Shelley Long, Chuck from Happy Days, Byron Allen, Kyle T. Heffner, John Belushi, Animal House, George Costanza, Seinfeld, Jason Alexander, Geri Jewell, Raiders Of The Lost Ark, E.T., Listen To The Land, Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?, The Amway Arena, Robert Alda, Guys and Dolls, Alan Alda, Dallas, Dynasty, Starbucks, Betty Ford, Puppy Chow.Visit Mark’s Website: TheDailyCity.ComConnect with Let’s Face The Facts! Website • Twitter • Instagram • Facebook • Patreon

Justin and I discuss and/or mention in passing: Laverne & Shirley, Matthew Arter, Mystery Science Theater 3000, Donut King, Universal Studios, Lard Lad Donuts, The Simpsons, Cousin Geri, Geri Jewell, Vulvas, Twinks, Parliament House, Sushi, Deborah Harmon, Just The Ten Of Us, Growing Pains, Alan Thicke, Robin Thicke, Gloria Loring, Thornton Wilder, Brave New World, Aldous Huxley, Moments, Pac Man, Miss Piggy, Punch Bowls, Natalie Doliner, Fondue, Key Parties, Fuck First, Dan Savage, Brenda, Princess Alexandra,The Big Bang Theory, Zuul, Ghostbusters, Bridge, Beethoven, Liszt, Bernstein, Al Pacino, Rembrandt, The Grapes Of Wrath, Nickelodeon Magazine.Connect with Let’s Face The Facts! Website • Twitter • Instagram • Facebook • PatreonPlease SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW!

Geri Jewell was the first person with a disability to score a regular role on a prime time series, when she starred in “The Facts of Life.” The fact of life is that Geri has accomplished more than most in show business…from stand-up comedy to top-selling author to world renowned motivational speaker.  She received an Emmy consideration for her work on the HBO hit series “Deadwood,” and is famous for her ability to use humor to change attitudes in the right direction. Her dear feline friend Juliette was in on our conversation as well.  Geri, we love you! Learn more about your host Jordan Rich at chartproductions.com.

Inspiring actress talks about her amazing career while dealing with cerebral palsy, plus the discussion about the spirit of giving.

First Actress with a Disability to be Cast in a Series Role, GERI JEWELL ReCreates Her Role In The Film Version of The HBO Hit Series "DEADWOOD" & Appears Along With Star Studded Cast of Joey Travolta's "Carol of the Bells" Featuring 70% of a Crew and Cast with Disabilities.Geri is LIVE in Studio with Dr. Marissa for the second time!

Robert is joined by returning guest Geri Jewell (The Facts of Life, Deadwood) to discuss her methodology as an actress with cerebral palsy, as well as her recent work, including her new film "Carol of the Bells".A production of LIU Public Radio. Visit us at WCWP.org

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Natalie and I discuss and/or mention in passing: Simon & Garfunkel, The Sound Of Silence, King Lear, The Bickersons, Howard Johnson’s, Geri Jewell, Cerebral Palsy, West Virginia, Alabama, Merv Griffin, Mike Douglas, This Is Spinal Tap, The Lockhorns, Sid Caesar, Your Show Of Shows, Waiting For Guffman, WebMD, The Spice Of Life Cabaret, Shields & Yarnell, Fred Mertz, I Love Lucy, Night Court, Disabilities.Connect With The Show!facethefactspod.comfacebook.com/facethefactspodtwitter.com/facethefactspodinstagram.com/facethefactspodPlease SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW!

TVC 473.4: Part 2 of a conversation that began last week with Donna Mills (Knots Landing, General Hospital). Dec. 27, 2019 marks the fortieth anniversary of the premiere of Knots on CBS. Topics include the legacy of Knots (and how, in many ways, it was the original This is Us), plus a look at some of Donna’s other movie and TV roles, including Play Misty for Me. The FBI, and Dan August. Donna Mills currently stars, along with Lee Purcell, Geri Jewell, Donna Pescow, RJ Mitte, and Andrea F. Friedman, in Carol of the Bells, the award-winning holiday-themed drama produced and directed by Joey Travolta and his company, Inclusion Films. Carol of the Bells will be released soon for viewing on demand. Donna can also be seen in Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses (which airs throughout the holiday season on the Hallmark Channel), plus she is one of the cast members of Turnover, the award-winning comedy drama directed by Linda Palmer that becomes available on DVD in December. You can also see Donna in Mood Swings, a new comedy series from the streaming service Pure Flix. New episodes of Mood Swings premiere Thursdays on Pure Flix. In addition, she owns and operates—along with her partner, Larry Gilman—Mandeville Vineyards, the first, and only, producer of estate-grown and bottled Malbec in Los Angeles, including an award-winning 2016 Reserve Malbec/Cabernet Blend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TVC 472.4: Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Emmy Award-winning actress Donna Mills (Knots Landing, General Hospital). Topics include Donna’s journey as a winemaker, having recently launched—along with her partner, Larry Gilman—Mandeville Vineyards, the first, and only, producer of estate-grown and bottled Malbec in Los Angeles, including an award-winning 2016 Reserve Malbec/Cabernet Blend. Donna also discusses her recent return to TV comedy in Mood Swings, a new series from the streaming service Pure Flix, and her collaboration with Larry Hagman in the short-lived comedy The Good Life (NBC, 1971). Donna Mills currently stars, along with Lee Purcell, Geri Jewell, Donna Pescow, RJ Mitte, and Andrea F. Friedman, in Carol of the Bells, the award-winning holiday-themed drama produced and directed by Joey Travolta and his company, Inclusion Films. Carol of the Bells will be released soon for viewing on demand. Donna can also be seen in Christmas Wishes and Mistletoe Kisses, which premieres Nov. 17 on the Hallmark Channel (with replays throughout the holiday season), plus she is one of the cast members of Turnover, the award-winning comedy drama featuring Paul Guifoyle, Beverly Todd, and Kat Kramer that becomes available on DVD in December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

First Actress with a Disability to be Cast in a Series Role, GERI JEWELL ReCreates Her Role In The Film Version of The HBO Hit Series "DEADWOOD" & Appears Along With Star Studded Cast of Joey Travolta's "Carol of the Bells" Featuring 70% of a Crew and Cast with Disabilities. Geri Jewell shattered the glass ceiling for individuals with dissabilities when she was cast by Norman Lear in the hit series "The Facts of Life" and then again in the HBO series "Deadwood," and now the long awaited DEADWOOD film, based on the Golden Globe and Emmy-winning series is set in 1876 brings closure for fans by jumping forward 13 years to 1889. The film will premiere in April 2019 on HBO, HBO NOW, HBO GO and HBO On Demand.  In addition, Geri is honored to appear in the upcoming feature film CAROL OF THE BELLS, co-starring friends and colleagues, Donna Mills, Lee Purcell and Donna Pescow, for director Joey Travolta and his Inclusion Films. The film is poised to disrupt the movie-making industry by dispelling mistaken myths about adults with unique developmental abilities and characteristics. On screen as well as off, given 70% of the crew was comprised of people with developmental disabilities. 

Sarah and I discuss and/or mention in passing: Censorship, Garrett/Green 2020, Joe Biden, Phonographs, Fatty Arbuckle, Trouble In River City, Geri Jewell, Cerebral Palsy, Portable TVs, Soap Operas, Tab, Saccharine, Red m&ms, Elie Wiesel, Nazis, Kool-Aid, Strudel, Fingernails, Emmy Awards, Ann Jillian, Doobie Brothers, Bullying, Jacksonville FL, Fame, Crimes Of The Heart, Assassins, Steve MacKinnon, Los Angeles, Sissy Spacek, Bloodline, Mursion, Pussy Bows, Melania Trump, Thornton Wilder, Our Town, Laura Hodos, Top Girls, Studs Terkel, Working, Windex, Anne Bancroft, PBS, Woodie Guthrie, Huckleberry Finn, Susan Davis, Blair’s Blue Blazer, King Lear, The Beverly Hillbillies, Jane Hathaway, Nancy Kulp, Mrs. Garrett & Mr. Parker? (barf), FOL Fan Fiction.facethefactspod.comfacebook.com/facethefactspodtwitter.com/facethefactspodinstagram.com/facethefactspodPlease SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and REVIEW!

Robert is joined by actress and comedian Geri Jewell (The Facts of Life, Deadwood) to discuss her experience as the first person with cerebral palsy to star in a television show, her stand-up comedy career, and the issues of sexism and prejudice against those with disabilities.A production of LIU Public Radio. Visit us at WCWP.org

Thank you to our new Radio Labyrinth Patrons: Kevin Schwartz, Troy Prescott & Ryan Wilson! Sign up to be a Patron here (LINK) https://www.patreon.com/Timandrews This week we welcome actress, author & comedian, Geri Jewell. She shares fun stories from her early days in stand up comedy, acting, and how she was cast in her roles as “Geri” on “The Facts of Life” and “Jewel” on “Deadwood”. We loved having her as a guest!  Jewell shattered the glass ceiling for individuals with disabilities when she was cast by Norman Lear (Who is currently sponsoring her bid for a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame) in the hit series "The Facts of Life" and then again in the HBO series "Deadwood," and now the long awaited DEADWOOD film, based on the Golden Globe and Emmy-winning series is set in 1876 brings closure for fans by jumping forward 13 years to 1889. The film is available now on HBO, HBO NOW, HBO GO and HBO On Demand.  In addition, Geri is honored to appear in the upcoming feature film CAROL OF THE BELLS, co-starring friends and colleagues, Donna Mills, Lee Purcell and Donna Pescow, for director Joey Travolta and his Inclusion Films. The film is poised to disrupt the movie-making industry by dispelling mistaken myths about adults with unique developmental abilities and characteristics. On screen as well as off, given 70% of the crew was comprised of people with developmental disabilities.  Carol of the Bell's Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DeqSWCfyx8  Purchase Jerri's book "I'm Walking as Straight as I Can" here: https://www.amazon.com/Walking-Straight-Can-Transcending-Disability/dp/1531885195  PLUS: We talk about what we’re watching and take a trip back to the Summer Films of 1997. #GeriJewel, #Deadwood, #TheFactsOfLife, #StandUpComedy, #Comedy, #RoseanneBarr, #AndrewDiceClay, #LouisCK, #ChrisRock, #MenInBlack, #AirForceOne, #WillSmith, #TommyLeeJones, #HarrisonFord, #GaryOldman, #TheFifthElement, #BruceWillis, #ConAir, #TheLostWorld, #JurassicPark, #JeffGoldblum, #JulianneMoore, #FaceOff, #JohnTravolta, #JoanAllen, #NicolasCage, #BatmanAndRobin, #GeorgeClooney, #Contact, #JodiFoster, #MatthewMcConaughey, #SteveBuscemi, #JohnCusack, #Spawn, #Copland

Perhaps best known as “Cousin Geri” in the hit TV series “The Facts of Life," Geri Jewell is known for much more than acting. We discuss her acting career, living with cerebral palsy, and being an author. She recently reprised her role in the HBO series “Deadwood” in the new movie with the same name. We also discuss her belief that it’s a gift to represent millions of people with disabilities. To learn more, visit www.copingconversations.com.

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WARNING: EXPLICIT LANGUAGE. Live from Deadwood the day after the movie premiere, actors W. Earl Brown, Geri Jewell and Keone Young tell behind-the-scenes stories of the production and share deeply personal moments about their journeys through the years of the HBO drama that finally concluded with "Deadwood: The Movie." For more details, please visit www.blackbarrelmedia.com

From Comedian Tommy Moore: “This interview is a MUST SEE, after some pleasantries and shout outs it has the most intense, compelling, and riveting stories of courage and determination, wonderful people and horrible people, and obstacles of every kind, all told with remarkable humor, understanding, and compassion...Worth every minute of your time...God Bless Geri Jewell.” One of the most heart-warming, soul-filling, fun-having, sit downs I've been blessed to experience. Geri Jewell, the first visually disabled actor to be a series regular (Facts of Life, Deadwood) and co-star in the about to drop, Deadwood The Movie (we got an exclusive), HBO. May 31st, has insight, passion. faith, balls, smarts, courage, loyalty, vulnerability, depth, faith, intuition, love, and is one stupendous storyteller. From diagnosis to special ed, following her passion and living her dreams... years long letter exchanges with her idol, Carol Burnett, the meeting, with just lost Tim Conway, too… from standup to sitcom, being discovered and transformed by visionary, Norman Lear, being swindled by a wolf in sheep’s clothing, abused and used, meeting her teen heartthrob, David Cassidy, as he was fanning her, fooling Phil Donahue, David Milch, my new hero––rediscovering Geri. Twice. His timing impeccable. Chronic pain, pills, surgeries, she’s been broke and broken, defying the odds, again and again and again, always with great good humor. Her treasured sister and best friend, Gloria––a monkey, a promise. if Geri can retain her faith, and unwavering belief that she will manifest her goals, so can I dammit, and, so can you. #Inspired #moved #transformed Geri Jewell on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson Wed, 5/15/19, 7 pm PT/ 10 pm ET With Pete George Live on The Facebook http://bit.ly/2y47ZCi All BROADcasts, as podcasts, also available on iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Soundcloud http://bit.ly/2hktWoS Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj This week's BROADcast is brought to you by Rick Smolke of Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing, the best people people-ing. quikimpressions.com And, Nicole Venables of Ruby Begonia Hair Studio Beauty and Products for tresses like the stars she coifs, and regular peoples, like me. I love my hair, and I loves Nicole. http://www.rubybegoniahairstudio.com/

Guest: Geri Jewell - Geraldine Ann "Geri" Jewell is an American actress and stand-up comedian noted for roles on the 1980s sitcom The Facts of Life and the mid 2000s western Deadwood.

Jeff and I talk about and/or mention in passing: Barf the Mog, Spaceballs, John Candy, Halloween Parties, Geri Jewell, Very Special Episodes, Down’s Syndrome, disabled actors, Life Goes On, Chad Lowe, HIV, The A-Team, stand-up comedy, Jerry Lewis Telethon, female comedians, The Dukes of Hazzard, Wonder Woman, The Incredible Hulk, Paul Lynde, Bob Mackie, Cher, Kirk Cameron, Olive Garden, Kinko’s, lesbian overtones, coffee, Tasters Choice, Neil Simon, Panama City, Daytona Beach, New Smyrna Beach, UCF, Mrs. Olsen, Folger’s Crystals, Welcome To Hell, Hell Freezes Over, Heaven Help Us, The Animatronicans, The Orlando Fringe Festival, Little Caesar’s, squash soufflé, the Vogt brothers, ruffles, Loni Anderson, Vaudeville, Tea For Two, and Shecky Greene.

Matthew and I talk about and/or mention Diff’rent Strokes, Welcome Back Kotter, Happy Days, Laverne & Shirley, Three’s Company, Love American Style, Six Million Dollar Man, Norman Lear, All In The Family, Mary Tyler Moore Show, The Carol Burnett Show, Little House On The Prairie, Fantasy Island, Eve Plumb, Peter Graves, The Incredible Hulk, Here’s Boomer, Pink Lady and Jeff, The Carol Burnett Show, Family, Mork & Mindy, WKRP in Cincinnati, Hello Larry, Kim Richards, MacLean Stevenson, Benson, Stockard Channing in Just Friends vs. The Stockard Channing Show, Mrs. Butterworth, The Mickey Mouse Club, Li’l Abner, Threepenny Opera, Growing Pains, Thicke of the Night, Robin Thicke, Barbra Streisand, Helen Reddy, Gloria Loring, Melissa Manchester, Markie Post, Daryl Hannah, Nedra Volz, Gary Coleman’s height, Hello Dolly!, Mary Jo Catlett, Pearl Bailey, Mimi Hines, Friends, Billie Jean King, Nadia Comaneci, Geri Jewell, The golden Girls, Sue Sylvester, Glee, One Day At A Time, David Spade, Richard Grieco, MacKenzie Astin, Cinnamon, Snake, and other stuff.

STAND UP COMEDIENNE, ACTOR AND AUTHOR GERI JEWELL and My co-host for this segment is DAVID BROWNSTEIN a member of the T1D -Type One Diabetes

Be there or be square. Sunday, March 19th at the Catalina Jazz Club in Los Angeles for a fabulous roster of performers – Roslyn Kind , Mary Wilson (you know her on her own and from her days as a vocalist with the Supremes), Chris Hendricks , Kathy Buckley, Geri Jewell and others including a surprise...

Welcome to Epi81 of Succotash, The Comedy Podcast Podcast. I, Marc Hershon, am not alone this week. Joining me as co-host for the show, via Skype, is Associate Producer Tyson Saner! It was about a year ago that Tyson began sending me a stray clip or two, testing the waters to see if his choices jibed with the "flow of the show". And it wasn't long after that I recognized his value in helping me to canvas the vastness that is Podcastland in our ever-widening efforts to sample comedy podcasts. By the end of last summer he'd been named our Honorary Associate Producer. He supplies the show with at least three and as many as a half-dozen of the clips you hear every week, as well as giving me valuable background info on both the specific clips and the shows from which they've been harvested. At the beginning of the year he became our ACTUAL Associate Producer – as you can now hear in Bill Heywatt's closing credits – and this won't be the last time we hear his dulcet tones on the show, methinks. In the course of the show we find out a little of Tyson's background, how he stumbled into being a massive podcast listener and fan, how he found Succotash and what really catches his attention when it comes to deciding to click that Subscribe button on a show. We also have a DOZEN clips in this show, not to mention our Burst O' Durst, a brand new Henderson's Pants ad, and even a song from out of Tyson's repertoire of original music (most of which is available - for free - from SoundCloud!) PLUS we have a Special Bonus Interview at the very end of this epi! Keep listening after Bill Heywatt says "Goodbye!" to hear my interview with Cole Stratton, co-organizer of the 13th Annual San Francisco Sketchfest and co-host of podcasting's Pop My Culture. We were backstage (or "mid-stage", actually) following his appearance in Speechless (a show I help produce) at the Sketchfest. Our chat is only about nine minutes long but, as it comes at the end of the longest Succotash episode yet recorded, it's a while getting there. Top 10 Most Active Shows In Stitcher's Top 100 Comedy Podcast List No wild swings up or down the Stitcher 100 list this past week, but there definitely was some movement in the chart… AT                                                                        MOVED  9. SModcast >> Tell ‘Em, Steve-Dave                     +630. The Brian & Jill Show                                       -737. Fitzdog Radio                                                  +552. Keith & The Girl Comedy Talk Show                 -860. A Mediocre Time with Tom & Dan                    +772. Jim Florentine’s Metal Comedy Midgets           +573. Righteous Prick                                               +785. LightCast                                                        -794. SModcast >> FeaB                                          +2097. Never Not Funny/Jimmy Pardo                       -12 I guess there WAS a major jump up the charts, actually, if you look at Succotash's nuimbers. We went from #5945 last week to #5107 this week, so that's pretty sweet! The 2nd Annual Stitcher Awards were last week and I attended the ceremony, which was held at The Chapel in San Francisco. Many awards were given out for categories across the spectrum. I recount the winner in this episode of Succotash, but you can also go see the list of top prize getters on the Stitcher blog. Burst O' Durst In this episode's installment of comedian Will Durst's running commentary, he takes some potshots at the ultra-rich. Podcast Review For my portion of This Week In Comedy Podcasts over on Splitsider.com, I've reviewed The Nerdist with hosts Chris Hardwick, Jonah Ray, and Matt Mira, interview B.J. Novak, actor/writer from The Office and the author of a new book of short stories. The Clips Chillpak Hollywood HourThis week’s clip from CHH with Dean Haglund & Phil Leirness features them thanking me for catching a big ol’ audio snafu in their recent episode. (Hey, we podcasters have to help each other out, right?) SModcastVintage SModcast (from July 10th, 2008) wherein Kevin Smith turns ordinary circumstances into "What If?" adventure time, pushing Scott Mosier furthur and further outside his comfort zone as the "What if"s become more and more unlikey, bizarre and often outrageous. EdumacationThe idea behind this show (form the SModcast universe) is that Kevin Smith needs educating so Andy McElfresh brings in stories and information from around  the world while Kevin asks as many questions as he possibly can which Andy also attempts to answer.  Hilarity Ensues. This clip is of Andy attempting to apply real world diagnoses to the cast of The Cosby Kids. Fitzdog RadioBobcat Goldthwait’s always entertaining and this time Greg Fitzsimmons has him. We get an interesting glimpse into the life of the once celebrated madman comedian whose ambition these days is all about making and directing movies. To fuel his interest, he’s back in the clubs, which leads to an interesting series of comedy club anecdotes. Perfectly ImperfectThis panel-based comedy commentary show features four variously "challenged" hosts – Kathy Buckley, Tobias Forrest, Geri Jewell and Mark Povinelli – who take off on, debate, and otherwise have their way with a variety of topics. In this clip, it's about marriage equality and Muppets. Broadcast BasementI was a guest with Chris Lanuti, the main host of podcasting’s Broadcast Basement this week. He asked me what kinds of podcasts I don’t particular like and which ones I do. Also how Broadcast Basement can get mentioned on our show more. Having me on as a guest is obviously one way… Nardwuar, The Human ServietteNardwuar's chats with musicians are among some of the most unique in the history of music interviews. He plays his own version of This Is Your Life complete with memorabilia and gifts for his guests. In this clip, he's speaking with eclectic musician Jaap Blonk. Do The Right ThingAnother fine British recommendation from our friend @Good_Podcasts, Do The Right Thing is a comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward with team captains Michael Legge and Margaret Cabourn-Smith. Guest team members this week are Jason Manford & Sara Pascoe. In the “Agony Aunt” sequence this episode, the panel answers a letter about how to deal with a free-loading, loser former best friend. Comedy Bang BangHosted by Scott Aukerman, the premise of the show is simple: Scott interviews celebrities, musicians and comedians. Another comedian or performer comes in after the initial interview  and pretends to be someone else – sometimes a famous actor, but often a character from a television  show, or sometimes a brand new original character. The featured guest is Park & Rec's Nick Offerman, who is interrupted by a whiny, pissy Paul Giamatti…voiced to perfection by James Adomian. A Mediocre Time with Tom & DanThis show was one of the six podcasts nominated for Best Comedy Podcast for the recent Stitcher Awards. The winner was Comedy Bang Bang, but it must mean something that Tom and Dan got in there. They’ve got a subscription model show and a free version and they do their show out of Orlando, Florida. In this clip, they ruminate about Salem witch trials, a hot new restaurant idea, and they also talk about making it big in Nashville with one of their songs. Adam & JPGot a note AND a clip in the Tweetsack this week from the Adam & JP podcast: “Hey Marc, I just recently found your show and I love it.  Really great work! In advance, thanks for giving us a shout out. Basically, we talk all things geek (gaming, comics, movies, music, pop culture) with a comedic slant.  We host a two hour radio show on a local station every Saturday morning and do a weekly podcast.  I have attached a clip from our latest episode, in case you wanted to use it. Thanks again and we would love to chat with you on the show sometime to discuss your show." J Patrick Pretty funny stuff, guys! That's a pretty full show! Almost TWO hours of Succotash! Enjoy it, savor it, and please remember to pass the Succotash along, too! — Marc Hershon

Tony and guest co-hosts BD Freeman (VH1) and Wael Binali along with Producer Jamal Rusk interviewed Actor/Author Geri Jewell (Fact's Of Life and Deadwood) talking about her tell all book "I'm Walking As Straight As I Can". Ann Walker also stopped by to

Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Geri Jewell, who shattered the glass ceiling for individuals with disabilities when she was cast in the hit series "Facts of Life" and Deadwood returns to Dr. Marissa's show to help answer the Question of the Week, Why d

My guests are: Actor, Michael Vaccaro ("Conan") Actor, Leo Forte ("Raging Stallion Studios") Actor, Ed Castro ("Child Of The 70's") Actress, Ann Walker ("Sordid Lives") Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") Casting Director, David Zimmerman ("Penn & Teller: Bullsh*t!") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actor, Michael Vaccaro ("Conan") Actor, Leo Forte ("Raging Stallion Studios") Actor, Ed Castro ("Child Of The 70's") Actress, Ann Walker ("Sordid Lives") Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") Casting Director, David Zimmerman ("Penn & Teller: Bullsh*t!") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") Comedian, Judy Carter ("Comedy Bible") Comedian, Jimmy Pardo ("Conan") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") Comedian, Judy Carter ("Comedy Bible") Comedian, Jimmy Pardo ("Conan") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actor, Micah McCain ("Caught") Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actor, Micah McCain ("Caught") Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guests are: Actor, John W. McLaughlin ("Meth Head") Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

My guest is: Actress, Geri Jewell ("The Facts Of Life") To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

It's The Black Spark, y'all. He's here and he's raw. He's become wicked infamous in the last few weeks and on this episode we talk to him about his work, his cast and all the attention they've been getting. The hot 20 year-old filmmaker is quickly taking the internet by storm with his unique series of dark, haunting short films that show off his sex life complete with masks, creative camera work, a perfect soundtrack, even more perfect young bodies, and absolutely no holds barred. It's so hot, we had to tape the interview naked. You don't want to miss this one.Dale, Scott & Jason also welcome back semi-regular Swisher, Steven J. Walker to the studio; that boy wasn't going to turn down an opportunity to try to weasel his way into Black Spark's next production. And guess what? The Black Spark liked Steve's voice. Could we have a new (porn) star on our hands?The guys also discuss, in no particular order: The SuperBowl, the new season of "RuPaul's Drag Race," the return of "Glee," Madonna's summer tour, "Facts of Life" actress Geri Jewell's coming out, SNL's controversial (or was it?!) estrogen/transexual skit, Ryan Yezak's new video (parody?!) of Britney's "Hold It Against Me," actor Andrew Garfield's butt, actor Henry Cavill's butt, Justin Bieber's death on "CSI," Barbara Bush (the young one) comes out for gays, and Brent Everett's night with gay and straight twins!All that, loads of gay hilarity, and the news from Sean Bugg at "Metro Weekly" magazine.Episode 119 is called, "The Tao of Black Spark," and it should be listened to while wearing a blue bandana tied across the bottom half of your face, while making out with a few friends, while rolling around in a tangled mess of Christmas lights. Listen here or get it on SwishEdition.com.

My guests are: actress GERI JEWELL ("Facts Of Life") and, from the Sundance screened film "Family Jewels", producer LA MONDE BYRD ("Mad Men"), actress JENNIFER CHRISTOPHER ("Port Charles"), actor JOSH CARMICHAEL ("Tumbleweeds"), editor JEREMY RENTA and production designer AMANDA KAZARIAN . To hear this show: http://www.latalkradio.com/Sheena.php For more info: http://www.sheenametalexperience.com

Geri Jewell played "Jewel", the disabled woman who cleaned Al Swearengen's Gem Saloon, on the HBO Deadwood series. She originally came to fame playing "Cousin Geri" on the NBC sitcom "The Facts of Life." She was the first person with a disability to have a regular role on a prime-time series. She began her career doing stand up comedy at the Comedy Store in 1978. This is part of her presentation at the Deadwood Chamber of Commerce banquet in Deadwood, SD in 2005 where she was the featured speaker. Find out more about Geri at her website, http://www.gerijewell.com