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Dave and I discuss the music business, how sometimes giving up on a dream for a bit can be the best, and more.
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LIFE OF A "LONG PLAYER"After a 25-year hiatus, long-time rocker Dave Lebental returned to his musical roots and started to investigate the modern music landscape. He quickly realized he was a modern-day Rip Van Winkle who had awoken into a different musical world than the one he left. Digital recording, digital distribution, and social media have all made it much easier to be an independent artist.
He started writing new songs on his acoustic guitar and learning how to record them in his home studio. The byproduct of these self-produced recording sessions is Dave Lebental's debut solo LP entitled “The Long Player”. The LP is a collection of 11 Americana, Blues, and Rock tracks. Now 62 years old, Lebental says his songs and sound owe a debt to James Taylor, Ryan Adams, The Eagles, Tom Petty, and The Beatles.
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Chloe and I talk about Music, Dating, and more.
"Yeehaw Pop" artist Chloe Styler brings a Gold Coast glam to the Music City scene. From Australia to Nashville, Chloe now finds herself gently pushing the barriers of country music with her distinct pop-country sound and making waves internationally.2023 was epic for Chloe, having independently released her EP ‘Side B’, earning a nomination for ‘Release of the Year’ at the Gold Coast Music Awards, playing to a sold-out crowd at her headline EP Launch and showcasing her talents on a global stage. The young star illuminated the Spotlight Stage at the prestigious CMA Fest and appeared at two Sounds Australia showcases in Nashville, including debuting inside the hallowed walls of The Bluebird Café as part of Americana Fest.
Since releasing her first project in 2017, Chloe has delivered multiple alluring singles that have earned her over 270,000 streams across all platforms, nominations at the Queensland Music Awards and Gold Coast Music Awards, and finalist status in the Queensland Music Awards and Gold Coast Music Awards. Chloe has graced festival stages such as Americana Fest (USA), Big Red Bash, CMA Fest (USA), Deni Ute Muster, Falls Festival Byron Bay, Groundwater Country Music Festival, Gympie Music Muster, and more. She has supported Australian country music legends such as Lee Kernaghan, Troy Cassar-Daley, and Fanny Lumsden, as well as international 80’s pop icons Tony Hadley (ex-Spandau Ballet) and the Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey at some of the most esteemed venues across Australia.
Chloe Styler’s music is forward-thinking and unique, and her new music pushes the boundaries that little bit further. This year will see Chloe release a slew of singles recorded at Station West Recording Studios and produced by Grammy-award-winning engineer and producer, Luke Wooten (Brad Paisley/Dierks Bentley). These tunes are set to break new and exciting international ground for this quickly rising-country star.
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Danny Saber stops by the podcast to discuss his latest release with the late Micheal Hutchence as well as his relationship with Michael. We discuss how he chose his musical path, other artists he worked with, and more.
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In the great pantheon of musicians transcending above mere “celebrity” status, the late MICHAEL HUTCHENCE towers over most. A consummate “rock star” if there ever was one, he embodied the spirit and smoldering swagger of rock ‘n’ roll while possessing one of the most iconic voices in the contemporary music scene. So, it was with an earth-rattling shudder when tragically he passed away in 1997, leaving a mind-numbingly impressive legacy across the entertainment realm. What many didn’t know, however, is that he left some of his brilliance behind in the form of unreleased music. Producer, musician, and personal friend DANNY SABER (Madonna, Rolling Stones, U2) has completed some of these musical pieces to continue and extend Hutchence’s impact. The new single “ONE WAY” was released, April 5, 2024 via Boss Sonics.
“’One Way’ is the culmination of nearly two decades of work,” says Saber. “One of the fundamental reasons for releasing this music is to allow the fans to hear Michael’s voice on something new and fresh, offering a glimpse into what might have been, and, in turn, reawakening millions of people who may have simply forgotten about him.”
“Michael first contacted me in 1995 soon after the release of my album It’s Great When You’re Straight,” recalls Saber, referring to the UK #1 album by his band Black Grape with Happy Mondays’ Shaun Ryder. “Michael was a huge fan of my record and wanted to find the right sound for a solo record, a sound that would galvanize all the success he had with INXS and allow him to establish himself as a solo artist and spread his creative wings outside the confines of being the frontman of one of the most successful bands in the world.”
Working closely with Hutchence, the two became friends and creative partners. “Over the next two years, we became very close collaborators, and the period we worked together was one of the best times of my life,” Saber remembers. “I had just broken through with a #1 record and having Michael as a ‘big brother’ to help me navigate this was so important to me.”
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Gearld and I discuss writing and his latest release Preacher Stalls the Second Coming, cults, and so much more.
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Gerald Everett Jones lives in Santa Monica. He is a member of the Dramatists Guild and Women’s National Book Association, as well as a board member of the Independent Writers of Southern California (IWOSC). He is a Film Independent (FILM) Fellow. He holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honors from the College of Letters, Wesleyan University, where he studied under novelists Peter Boynton (Stone Island), F.D. Reeve (The Red Machines), and Jerzy Kosinski (The Painted Bird, Being There).”Gerald says…When I was in high school, my chemistry teacher approached me and asked with a sly grin, “You interested in mining?” I told him absolutely not. I was going to be a writer. Little did I suspect that he wanted to send me to a student conference on metallurgy where I could seek the fellowship of like-minded teens on a minimally supervised road-trip to the Big City. Undeterred by my abrupt negative response, he grumbled, “Well, you’re interested in mining your own business, aren’t you?” And he sent me anyway. Now I realize I should’ve listened more carefully to everything he said.
I write mystery-thrillers and literary fiction for adult readers who seek insight, fascination, and delight in the adventures of their own lives.
I’ve been a professional writer all my working life. I host GetPublished! Radio and I’ve been a regular book reviewer on KRLA-AM in Los Angeles. My book reviews have been syndicated by Splash Magazines Worldwide (splashmagazines.com), and I’m a top reviewer at Goodreads.com.
I studied screenwriting with John Truby and Lew Hunter (UCLA), and my screenplay Christmas Karma was honored by the WGAW Diversity Program in 2016.
In 2020 I won six book awards, and then another six in 2021, in the categories of Mystery and Literary Fiction, and one in Business. The third novel in my Evan Wycliff series will be Preacher Raises the Dead, which will deal with issues of euthanasia and near-death experience.
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Rob Marby and I discuss filmmaking and his bucket list project, The Legend of El Chupacabra.
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Rob Mabry was born on November 22, 1966, in San Antonio, Texas. He spent the better part of his youth in Bavaria (Germany), where his parents both worked for the US government. He developed a love of movies at an early age through countless hours spent at Sunday matinees on the tiny Air Force base in Bad Aibling, Germany where he lived. His father owned an 8mm movie camera and often enlisted his son in home movie projects. The spark was lit.Mabry spent his formative years indulging his passion for storytelling. He developed his own comic books, wrote plays for his friend’s to perform and when his dad was feeling generous; he borrowed the 8mm movie camera and experimented making movies.
In the eighties, Mabry enlisted in the US Army and joined a public affairs unit as a military journalist. While highly regarded as a writer, he found the life of a soldier to be rigid and ill-suited to his non-conformist attitude. Eventually, he and the Army would part ways.
In his twenties, Mabry pursued a career as a screenwriter. He wrote a number of spec scripts that garnered limited attention. Living in Atlanta and outside the Hollywood system, prospects were dim and he resolved to focus on a career that would support his family.
In 2017, Mabry signed up for the 48-Hour Film Project in San Antonio, a film race to write, shoot, edit and deliver a 4-7 minute short film in just two days. He would go on to compete in a dozen more “48s” and complete over twenty short films ranging in length from three to thirty minutes, but the job wasn't finished.
Although his short films were recognized in multiple film festivals, earning laurels and awards along the way, the dream of making a feature-length film still burned. Emerging from the fog of COVID, Mabry resolved to make the dream a reality and spent the next six months developing the script for his first feature film, “The Legend of El Chupacabra.” (The Movie is now available on Tubi.)
The horror-comedy was financed through crowdfunding, personal funds and support from friends and family. Filming was done mostly on the weekends in the fall of 2022 and a heavy load of post-production work and visual effects took up most of 2023. The film had its local premiere in October of 2023 and debuted on DVD/Blu-ray on May 10, 2024. The Legend of El Chupacabra will hit streaming platforms in the Summer of 2024.
Mabry believes that there is a lesson in his journey to become a feature film writer/director. He frequently shares his adage that “It is never too late to make your first movie. It is never too late to live out your dream.”
Website: https://www.chupacabramovie.com/
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Had a fun conversation with up-and-coming singer Malachi Gagnon talking about his blossoming career and his new music.
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Emerging pop-country singer-songwriter Malachi Gagnon is a small-town all-American 16-year-old who found his love for singing and songwriting where many of music’s biggest stars first discover their inner artist; the church worship band. Born and raised in a small town in New Hampshire, Malachi was raised on small-town values and credits his family and their encouragement for giving him the confidence to believe in himself before he ever played his first chord. “When I was 12 I sang out loud in front of my family for the first time at an impromptu living room family talent show”. The next day Malachi’s dad took him to the music store and bought him his first Taylor guitar.
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JV and I sit down to discuss his Warminster Series and the art and craft of writing.
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Born of steel, fire, and black wind, J.V. Hilliard was raised as a highlander in the foothills of a once-great mountain chain on the confluence of the three mighty rivers that forged his realm’s wealth and power for generations.His father, a peasant twerg, toiled away in industries of honest labor and instilled in him a work ethic that would shape his destiny. His mother, a local healer, cared for his elders and his warrior uncle, who helped to raise him during his formative years. His genius brother, whose wizardly prowess allowed him to master the art of the abacus and his own quill, trained with him for battles on fields of green and sheets of ice.
Hilliard’s earliest education took place in his warrior uncle’s tower, where he learned his first words. His uncle helped him to learn the basics of life—and, most importantly, creative writing.
Hilliard’s training and education readied him to lift a quill that would scribe the tale of the realm of Warminster, filled with brave knights, harrowing adventure, and legendary struggles. He lives in the city of silver cups, hypocycloids, and golden triangles with his wife, a ranger of the diamond. They built their castle not far into the countryside, guarded by his own two horse hounds, Thor and MacLeod, and reside there to this day. I am an epic fantasy/dark fantasy writer and author of The Last Keeper and Vorodin’s Lair, books one and two of the Warminster Saga (www.jvhilliard.com). Book three launches in July 2023 and the final book in the series launches in Q4 of 2023.
The series is also being licensed to an AR/VR video game company to be made into one of the first “melded” reality games… allowing you to play on your computer, via phone, or with your headset. I am also exploring options to turn the Realm of Warminster into a graphic novel series, with a publisher TBD.
Lastly, I am the owner of Altered Reality Magazine (alteredrealitymag.com) and help authors of speculative fiction and poetry find a portal to publication.
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Singer Dariann Leigh stops by the show to talk about leaving her small town and moving to Nashville to follow her musical dream and more.
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Dariann Leigh is infatuating; all things to all people.She is effervescent yet reserved, accessible and unobtainable, red carpet glam and camo in a tree stand. Combining big-city beauty with small-town humility, Dariann may take on many appearances, but one thing is for sure – she is resilient and wholeheartedly herself, making her a role model for the upcoming generation.
From her one-stop town in Karlstad, MN (Population 713), Dariann captured the star power of the original women of country music from lyrics bleeding through static-filled radios and scratched CDs; even in the middle of nowhere, those melodies set the scene for a dream that would ultimately define the course of her entire life. She doesn’t just want to make music, she wants to write the soundtrack for hairbrush singers, dashboard drummers, and air guitar players everywhere.
“As a kid,” says Leigh, “I remember closing my eyes, plugging my headphones in, and listening to tracks that ended up being the theme songs to my daydreams. I want to be that artist for someone else.”
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I had the pleasure of sitting down with Chris to discuss some of his iconic photos and the stories behind them.
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Over the past 50 years, Chris’ signature work with a galaxy of A-List actors, models, athletes and musicians has helped them define their public image while establishing his reputation as one of the most respected photographers in the entertainment industry. Drawn to the excitement of music as a teenager growing up in Northern California, Chris began his career by shooting local rock shows for fun. He quickly graduated to headlining acts and, since moving to Los Angeles in the early 1980’s, has worked with a massive catalog of performers in the music and entertainment industry.He has shot the best of the best in the music world including ground-breaking bands like Jane’s Addiction, Pearl Jam, the Red Hot Chili Peppers and Nirvana, George Michael, Iggy Pop, No Doubt, Henry Rollins, Elvis Costello, Fiona Apple, Scott Weiland and Soundgarden. These images have regularly appeared in Rolling Stone, Spin, RayGun, Vibe, Musician as well as on the covers of more than 300 record albums and CDs.
Along with his significant commercial and editorial contributions as a music photographer, Chris’ portfolio also includes an equally impressive group of A-list actors from Johnny Depp to Dustin Hoffman, sports icons from Kobe Bryant to Wayne Gretzky, and television shows from American Idol to So You Think You Can Dance. His images have been in Entertainment Weekly, US, Stuff, Maxim, Premiere, British Elle and W.
In the last few years Chris has presented multiple exhibitions celebrating his iconic music photography. He started with Greatest Hits: Los Angeles and then followed up with GH: Martini Ranch, GH: George Michael, GH: Grunge, GH: Pearl Jam and GH: Michael Hutchence. He is currently working on his Greatest Hits documentary and expanding the exhibition worldwide.
His natural talent, versatility and tireless pursuit of artistic expression continue to grow no matter the medium. “Regardless of what I’ve been able to accomplish in the past, there are always new mountains to climb and new borders to cross,” Chris explains. “I’m excited by where I’m going and what lies ahead… by the journey as well as the destination.”
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Mick sits down to discuss his latest release Ian Hunter on Track as well as his fiction book, Burning America: In The Best Interest of the Children? We also discuss the music business as well as radio.
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Dive into the musical universe of solo Ian Hunter songs like never before with "Ian Hunter On Track"! Calling all rock aficionados and die-hard fans of Mott The Hoople's legendary frontman. This is the ultimate backstage pass you've been waiting for. Unlock the secrets behind every lyric, riff, and melody in this one-of-a-kind musical journey. From the soul-stirring anthems that defined an era to the hidden gems that eluded the spotlight, "Ian Hunter On Track" leaves no chord unheard. Immerse yourself in the evolution of a songwriter extraordinaire, as you explore the stories, inspirations, and creative genius that brought these songs to life. With a mix of anecdotes, in-depth analyses, and a touch of rockstar charisma, this book isn't just a collection of pages, it's a front-row seat to Hunter's musical legacy. Whether you've been inspired by "All The Young Dudes" since its debut, “Once Bitten Twice Shy,” “Cleveland Rocks” or you're just discovering the magic of "Defiance Part 1" this masterpiece is a must-have addition to your collection. Crank up the volume to a sonic journey through the soundtrack of your life. Dive deeply into the heart and soul of Hunter's unparalleled musical voyage.
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JD and I sit down and talk about music, dance, modeling, and even acting.
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JD Reynolds is an artist in the truest sense of the word.
The world of country music is paying attention to Australian country music artist JD Reynolds. Her latest release '8 Seconds' hit the highly coveted #1 spot on Australian Country Radio during 2023 Grammy week. For a 100% independent artist, that's truly something. Just wait until the world hears her upcoming release called ‘A Little Piece of Your Heart’.
The incredible singer, songwriter, producer, and award-winning choreographer has achieved international acclaim with her fresh twist on country music. The world of Professional Bull Riding all around the globe from Australia, USA, and Canada to Brazil embraced her powerful song ‘8 Seconds’. So much so, within 24 hours of The Australian PBR announcing JD was performing LIVE at the PBR Monster Energy K Ranch Invitational, the event SOLD OUT with fans clamoring to get a ticket, some fans paid $400 for a scalpers ticket just to see JD Reynolds. It was the only PBR SOLD OUT event in 2022.
JD has graced the cover of Nashville Country Music Magazine and the glossy pages of Cowboys & Indians Magazine, being labeled “Country’s new ‘it’ girl”. For a new artist, JD has millions of combined song streams with smash hits such as 'Whatever' and 'Rebound'. JD's girl-power anthem 'WHATEVER' hit #5 on KIX Hottest 20 and #8 on the Australian Country Music Charts AND made the Hottest 50 songs of 2021. ‘Whatever’ caused such a stir that the music video premiered on Country Rebel to over 8 million viewers.
JD Reynolds creates a buzz in country music that has the likes of the biggest US media outlets such as NEWSMAX, Country Rebel, and Guitar Girl Magazine all wanting to know who the country’s new ‘it’ girl is and what inspires her fresh twist on the country which already has its own country genre, “The JD Sound”. Speaking with JD LIVE with over 3 million viewers in New York, NEWSMAX told JD she has “a lot of folk’s attention” and congratulated her on being a "major player in terms of music”. And they are spot on.
As a trained dancer and award-winning choreographer, JD needs to dance her own moves as well as sing her own words and melodies. “Dance is a part of who I am, for me, dance is an expression of the soul, expressing what words simply cannot”. The three together have been described as “cutting-edge visual poetry.”
Captivating those who hear her and mesmerizing those who see her, JD knows how to make Country sound great and look even better.
Website: https://www.jdreynoldsofficial.com
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Edward joins the show to discuss his novel, his experience in the Space Shuttle Simulator, and what would really happen if some of our fears came to light.
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Before taking the plunge in 2004 into full-time writing, technologist turned author Edward M. Lerner spent thirty years in high tech at every level from engineer to senior vice president. Many novels later, he’s glad (and still just slightly surprised) that he leaped.He worked at such techie havens as Bell Labs, Hughes Aircraft, and Northrop Grumman—and at a long-gone start-up of which you’ve likely never heard. He delivered high-tech products and systems to government agencies (including NASA, the FBI, and the Defense Department) and commercial customers as varied as AT&T and McDonald’s. Along the way, he visited a satellite factory, flew the space shuttle training simulator, wandered about the space station trainer, and watched a space shuttle launch. Sooner or later, all that experience shows up in his fiction.
Lerner’s novels run the gamut from technothrillers like Energized (solar-power satellites), Small Miracles (medical nanotech), and Fools’ Experiments (AI) to traditional science fiction, like Dark Secret and his InterstellarNet series, to (with NY Times bestselling author Larry Niven) the space epic Fleet of Worlds series. Ed’s fiction has been nominated for Hugo, Prometheus, and Locus awards, and won the inaugural Canopus Award.
Ed’s short fiction has appeared in major science fiction magazines, anthologies, and collections. His short story “Grandpa?” became the award-winning short film “The Grandfather Paradox.”
He also writes nonfiction, most notably Trope-ing the Light Fantastic: The Science Behind the Fiction. He also teaches the occasional writing class, blogs regularly on the state of science and SF. He has spoken at, among venues, the Library of Congress and the US Naval Academy. His fiction has been translated into ten languages.
The varied career(s) didn’t just happen: Ed’s education is almost as eclectic, with degrees in physics, computer science, and business.
Lerner is a member of the Science-fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and SIGMA (not an acronym, and sometimes known as “The Science Fiction Think Tank”).
Lerner was born in Chicago and has lived in Illinois, New Jersey, and New York. He now resides in Virginia.
His blog, SF and Nonsense, can be found at https://blog.edwardmlerner.com/
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John stops by the podcast to discuss his latest release to talk about his new movie, Ebony Hustle 2: Ballistic Protection, but we discuss so much more.
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John Wayne S. III (JW) is a consummate storyteller, producer, and director, boasting an illustrious career in the entertainment industry over two decades. His unique blend of film and music expertise has endowed him with an exceptional ability to craft narratives that captivate audiences.JW's venture into the entertainment world began modestly as a production assistant on George Tillman's debut film, "Scenes for the Soul." This early exposure ignited his passion for filmmaking, setting the foundation for a remarkable career path.
Fueled by relentless ambition, JW seized an opportunity to collaborate with Grammy-nominated producer Steve "Silk" Hurley. Initially serving as a publicist, JW's unwavering commitment and innate talent quickly elevated him to Director of International A&R. In this capacity, he managed agent teams across the United Kingdom and Japan, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the global music landscape.
Returning to his roots in media production, JW founded his production company, channeling his wisdom and expertise into bringing compelling narratives to life. His portfolio includes an impressive collection of 200 music videos for esteemed domestic and international artists. Furthermore, JW's success extends to the production of five feature films: "Red All Over," "Ebony Hustle," "Plugged," "False Profit," and "Ebony Hustle Ballistic Protection," solidifying his position as a commanding force in the industry.
With a wealth of experience, unwavering passion, and an uncompromising dedication to excellence, JW continuously pushes creative boundaries, consistently delivering top-tier storytelling with universal resonance.
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Presley discusses her musical journey, the importance of loyalty in her relationships, and so much more.
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Radiant and fearless, Presley Tennant is the result of unequivocal talent and California ease. Dubbed a “vocal powerhouse” by Taste of Country, People Magazine states Presley is “quickly proving that she is a wild card in the country music industry.”
Rooted in the classics, the Horsetown, USA (aka Norco, CA) native immersed herself in Country Music following her national appearance on The Voice at just 16 years old. Determined to make her own way in the industry, Tennant teamed up with some of the industry’s top creatives to produce her own version of California-Country, melding together Western lifestyle, her unparalleled powerhouse vocals, traditional roots, and modern energy.
Filled with uncompromising integrity, the ‘it’ factor, and a dream, it’s no surprise Presley has shared the stage with musical heroes Tim Mcgraw, Kelly Clarkson, Carly Pearce, Blake Shelton, and more. Not only is she immensely talented. She has a heart of gold, donating her time to animal organizations through her Riffs & Rescues virtual charity tour, where she performs live and raises awareness and funds for various animal initiatives.
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On this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Author, screenwriter, and a man of many talents Richard Sparks to talk about his new novel, New Rock New Role.
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Born in England, and a graduate of Oxford University (Exeter College, where, like both JRR Tolkien and Philip Pullman before him, he studied English Language and Literature), Richard started out as a writer of stage plays, comedy revues and TV, for such shows as Not the Nine O’clock News. Rowan Atkinson performed his Schoolmaster sketch in John Cleese’s The Secret Policeman’s Ball. UK TV credits include The Famous Five, The Flying Kiwi, The Optimist, The Worst of Hollywood, and a lot of script editing. On being hired by Columbia Pictures TV, Richard moved with his family to Los Angeles. His lyrics have been recorded by talents as diverse as Dom de Luise, Eric Idle, Vanessa Williams and Plácido Domingo. He has written libretti for several new operas composed by Lee Holdridge (TV’s Beauty and the Beast, et al.), produced by the LA Opera, as well writing new English versions of German and Italian classics. His non-fiction books, Diary of a Mad Poker Player, and its sequel, Getting Lucky, chronicle his adventures in the poker boom of the 2000’s. Along the Cherry Lane is his biography of the music producer, Milt Okun.
“High Adventure Spiced with Low Comedy,” inspired by his love of online role-playing games, New Rock New Role is the first of four volumes Richard has written so far in the New Rock fantasy series, and is his fiction debut.
Website: https://richardsparks.com/
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Kingsley and I discuss her travels, New music, and why she got kicked off Tinder among other things.
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Chicago, IL (DATE): Rising Pop/Indie artist Kingsley is releasing her debut single, My Love, from her album, Come & Find Me, mixed by Kevin Frias on Friday Jan 12.
“This song is just what happens when you finally realize you are the shit! The affirmations are afformationing!! It’s such a fun bop and a true expression of how I introduce my crazy aries self! Like I could take these lyrics and put it in my Tinder bio if I wasn’t banned! Haha, being banned is another story, maybe I’ll tell you about that later in the album. But seriously, I know that I am unforgettable and a force when it comes to bedroom activities and I won’t be modest about it! Meg THEE Stallion changed me, I am NEVER going back and honey, you don’t either."Kingsley is in the midst of her finishing up her third studio record, Come & Find Me - 8 tracks. Before the full album release, Kingsley plans to release three more singles and two music videos, all cohesive with the album.
More about the record, Come & Find Me: Embarking on life after heartbreak, this album will have you discovering an entirely new side of Kinglsey -after rain, comes rainbows…Inspired by London's love for pop-house and experiencing life in a new bi-lens, I am birthing a record that should be shared with the world in the most magical way. Come & Find Me, seriously, I dare ya.
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Kathyrn discusses her memoir, Dancing Into the Light, as well as the loss of her mother and younger brother.
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Kathryn K. Abdul-Baki was born in Washington D.C. to an Arab father and an American mother. She grew up in Iran, Kuwait, Beirut, and Jerusalem where she attended Arabic, British, and American schools. She attended the American University of Beirut, Lebanon, has a BA in journalism from George Washington University in Washington D.C., and an MA in creative writing from George Mason University, Virginia. As an astute observer of two distinct cultures, she has published five works of fiction, some of which have been taught at universities in multicultural literature, women’s studies, and Arab studies departments. She is the recipient of the Mary Roberts Rinehart Award for short fiction. Abdul-Baki has three grown children and resides with her husband in McLean, Virginia. Find out more about her at www.KathrynAbdulbaki.com.
“Dancing into the Light” is a story of love, loss, and renewal, and of overcoming devastating early trauma through music, dancing, and the love and devotion of strong American and Arab women."This eloquently composed remembrance...effectively relates the joys, fears, and tragedies the author experienced during a youth spent learning to navigate two cultures.
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Celebrating the launch of Season 8 and our 150th episode with the band behind our new music, Fast Suzi. I chat with Matt, Greg, and Alex from the band. Joining us on the show is their producer and mine Rich Zei from Third Ear Audio Productions.
Fast Suzi is like the man with 1000 faces. They are a Chicago-based hard rock band, that has changed with the musical world around them. Their long-held mantra of rock 'n' roll to save your soul, is back with a vengeance. New blood, new music, and a new attitude are the driving forces celebrating the band's legacy and a look to the future.
Fast Suzi saw the creativity of two guitar players writing material that jelled instantly. During that time, their song, "Giving It All To You'' achieved heavy rotation on rock radio.
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Matt Smith is the Lead Guitar, Vocals, and the Founding Member.
Greg Baron is the Lead Vocalist.
Alex Alexander is the Drummer.
(Bill Kalbfleisch is the Bass Player but was not part of the podcast due to a prior commitment. )
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Discussed on the podcast was the non-profit Guitars for Vets (G4V). G4V provides guitars and a 10-week lesson program to veterans of our military who may be battling PTSD, any mental or physical health disorder stemming from their military service, or being a victim of sexual trauma. All services and guitars are provided at no cost to the veteran. If you wish to make a donation or get involved you can do so by clicking the link. https://guitars4vets.org/
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On this episode, I sat down with Phyllis Leavitt to discuss America's Mental Health this week. We dig deep into why her new book America in Therapy is so timely.
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When I became a psychotherapist, I never imagined I would one day be entering a “political” arena. But the more I worked with widespread family dysfunction and its horrifying legacy of pain and violence, the more I realized that the greatest threat to our survival as a country and as a species is our declining mental health.I knew what we learned about healing family violence can and must be applied to healing America. I felt compelled to leave the confines of my office and speak to a broader audience. I wanted to share my message of urgency to get ourselves on a path of healing, and I wanted to share a message of Hope that we can restore ourselves to Safety, Peace, and Love by healing the wounds we have suffered and the wounds we have inflicted that keep a cycle of violence going. I wrote America in Therapy for all those hungry for this message.
I graduated from Antioch University with a Master’s in Psychology and Counseling in 1989. I co-directed a family-based sexual abuse treatment program called Parents United in Santa Fe, New Mexico, until 1991 and then went into private practice full-time for the next 30-plus years.
I have worked extensively with abuse and dysfunctional family dynamics, their aftermath, and some of the most important elements for healing. My focus today is on my latest book, America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis.
I have also published two other books, A Light in the Darkness and Into the Fire, which chronicle my personal healing journey.
I live with my husband in Taos, NM, and I am retired from my psychotherapy practice, focusing on writing and speaking.
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Texting has certainly become an easy way to communicate. However, what happens when a mother saves the texts to her sons? The result, “Text Messages To My Sons” by author Tammy J. Cohen.
According to Cohen, “Have you ever struggled to communicate with your children? If you know kids, in-person conversations are just not happening. It can seem like we have so many more options available to us than any other time in history, yet we also feel more disconnected than ever. Just because technology has provided us more immediate access to our loved ones than ever before does not mean we are using the luxury wisely. And there is no better feeling than to let those we love know just how much we think of them and value their presence in our life. There is no greater power than being able to find a direct and simple way to communicate knowledge, inspiration, gratitude, and love; using technology may be the key.
“Over the past few years, I wanted to not only evolve but also change the way I interact with my sons. I wanted to be someone they wanted to hear from, that they would look forward to my messages. So, to find a more meaningful relationship with my sons, I reached out to them in a language they understand – texting! It is my true hope for anyone reading this book to become inspired with new ways to connect with your loved ones, whether it is children, siblings, extended family, or spouses. The evidence is undeniable. Ever since I started this journey, my relationship with my sons is enriched and those friends who I have shared this passion project with reacted with encouragement and the desire to do this with their loved ones. For those who started doing this, the results have been wonderful.”https://www.amazon.com/Text-Messages-My-Sons-Connecting/dp/B0CK3QDHTM
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