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Media Path PodcastPioneering A Woman's Voice In TV Comedy & The How To's Of Humor with Carol LeiferCarol Leifer entered comedy when a woman stand-up was considered a novelty or a niche, but even then she knew "things would eventually change." And change has come, due in no small part to Carol's own stelar show biz contributions. Carol joins us this week to talk about her formative years, her early standup, giving voice to iconic characters like Elaine Benes and Deborah Vance, and her new book, How to Write a Funny Speech!Carol's relationship with her father, an optometrist with an ear for comedy and a q...2025-07-101h 00
Media Path PodcastRuling The Broadcast TV Era & Navigating Hollywood's LandscapeHe has entertained tens of millions of people over the course of four decades with iconic film and TV appearances, yet he remains humble and modest - He is Mystic Pizza, Falcon Crest and Perry Mason (to name a few!) actor, William R. Moses!His Mom, Marian McCargo and big brothers, Rick and Harry Moses were in the business and, although his step-dad, Congressman, Alphonso E. Bell did not entirely approve, Billy, a high school and college athlete found himself pulled towards acting. A typical Take-Your-Kid-To-Work day found young Billy on the set with...2025-05-291h 10
Media Path PodcastGiving Life To Legendary Characters & The Realities of a Career On Stage with Kelly Bishop and Sam HarrisKelly Bishop, legend of stage, screen, chorus lines and iconic television joins us to talk about her magnificent book, The Third Gilmore Girl! Kelly’s media path took her from Broadway dancer to a Tony winning performance in A Chorus Line to her partial culpability for putting Baby in a corner in Dirty Dancing to Friday night dinners with Lorelei and Rory as Emily Gilmore. And the journey continues… As Kelly’s book and this conversation reveal, she did it all with grace, charm, dedication, diligence and humility.First, we speak with singer/actor Sam Ha...2025-01-311h 19
Media Path PodcastCreativity Through Comedy & A Trailblazer's Signature Standup Style with Paula PoundstonePaula Poundstone’s incandescently brilliant wit and comedic wisdom are world renowned and she is widely celebrated as an author, radio personality, voice actor, podcaster and touring comic. Paula is carving her indelible imprint into popular culture and she shares with us her decades of show biz stories, insights and observations.One of the most recognizable voices on NPR, Paula takes us backstage with Garrison Keillor and the Wait, Wait… Don’t Tell Me team, for a peek into the creation of legendary radio broadcasts. As an author, Paula taps in...2025-01-2359 min
Media Path PodcastA Scream Queen Childhood & The Critical Fight For Animal Rights with Linda Blair!We’ve got Linda Blair! Pioneer Scream Queen, 70s and 80s Hollywood Trailblazer, Golden Globe Winner, cult classic icon, animal rights activist and humanitarian, Linda joins us for an exclusive conversation about her path to self discovery in a terrifying lane she navigated solo, carving her way towards light and purpose. Linda and Fritz share a history in philanthropy. They catch up on The Linda Blair Worldheart Foundation, dedicated to rehabilitating and rehoming abused, neglected and abandoned animals. We then trace Linda’s groundbreaking history from her work as a chil...2025-01-091h 20
Media Path PodcastAdvantages of Character Acting & And The Best 70s Hollywood HangsWe sit down with actor Bruce Davison. With almost 300 IMDB credits, shelves full of awards and a slew of illustrious co-stars and stories about A-listers whom he befriended pre-fame-and-fortune, Bruce is brimming with fantastic tales that feature some of the most influential figures in visual media history. Bruce joins us to talk about his career, from his start in the '60s, all the way to current projects coming soon to a streaming platform near you!Bruce’s film career took off with a jolt as he found himself starring in the provocatively X-Rated, com...2024-12-051h 01
Media Path PodcastBreaking Ground With Cult TV & Fierce Advocacy For Child Actors with Claudia LambAre Hollywood's youngest stars in any less danger now than those of past eras? We pose this question to Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman’s Claudia Lamb. At age 11 she was cast as Mary’s daughter Heather Hartman in the groundbreaking Norman Lear soap parody. Claudia offers a front row view to her traumatic life as a 70s child star, at the mercy of her abusive parents and insight into how she gnawed through their shackles to pursue a radio journalism career and become a champion for today’s child actors.Claudia was a gour...2024-11-211h 21
Media Path PodcastThe Great American Supergroup & The Making Of A Music Family with Sean Kelly & Peter HolsappleIn the '90s, a group of legendary rock and pop artists banded together, blending inspirations, genres, influences and styles to form a uniquely collaborative sound. The Bangles, The Cowsills, REM, The dBs, and Hootie And The Blowfish were all represented in The Continental Drifters. Author and musician Sean Kelly has written the definitive Drifters tomb, White Noise & Lightning: The Continental Drifters Story and he joins us this week, along with iconic Drifter Peter Holsapple, to take us on a journey from Hollywood to New Orleans, in the late 90s, through the rich layers o...2024-09-261h 15
Media Path PodcastLegendary Showbiz Prowess & The Prototype For The Male Review with Michael Gregg MichaudWords like 'legend', 'icon' and 'star' were created to describe Mae West! Our guest, Michael Gregg Michaud has written his third Mae West book, Mae West And Her Adonises which focuses on her revolutionary 50s nightclub act featuring a chorus line of muscle men. Mae set the stage for the male revue, now a staple of Vegas bachelorette parties and girls’ nights out! Michael’s book is packed with photos, press interviews, Mae’s wickedly quippy and saucy one-liners and details about an act that was literally stopping traffic in every town it visited. Mae’s f...2024-08-221h 02
Media Path PodcastProducing Pioneering Television & A Life Powered By Laughter with George SchlatterGeorge Schlatter is living a life full of legendary firsts and remarkable adventures because he embraces innovation. George’s captivating career path is documented in his book, Still Laughing: A Life In Comedy. It’s a hilarious page-turner that serves as a showbiz primer and history lesson. It’s also self-improvement manual for anyone in search of creative inspiration. One of George’s key mottos is: When all hope is fading, make them laugh. George has brazenly cracked up Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland and Cary Grant. Now it’s your turn.George takes us backstage...2024-06-061h 10
Media Path PodcastRadio Through The Decades & Broadcasters In The Digital Age with Joe Cipriano, Larry Morgan & Travis RicheyIt’s a Premiere Radio Networks Reunion as we are joined by two broadcasting legends who worked with Weezy in the '80s and '90s and are now industry heavyweights: voice talent and king of the promo, Joe Cipriano and radio exec and DJ for LA's legendary KEARTH 101, Larry Morgan! We're chatting about legacy media and our collective memories of radio's heyday and processing how we are all evolving within our fields as technology continues its march towards confounding boomers with seven factor authentication.Also with us is new-school content creator, author, actor, an...2024-05-161h 16
Media Path PodcastGame Show History & How The Gong Show Changed TVThe Gong Show was a spicy blend of talent, shock and zany, sprinkled heavily with the special sauce that was Producer/Host Chuck Barris. 70s TV was all about The Gong Gang and Game Show Guru Adam Nedeff’s newest offering, Gong This Book chronicles the weirdly hypnotic cultural touchstone that was The Gong Show.Adam joins us with returning guest, author and Game Show Writer Shelley Herman. She appeared on The Gong Show and The Dating Game and her book is called My Peacock Tale: Secrets of an NBC Page. Together, we’re cele...2024-05-021h 24
Media Path PodcastInside The Halls Of Congress & Career Fluidity with Jasmine Crockett & Michael BurgerWe are attaining excellence and saving democracy. High bars easily cleared by our guests, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and TV Host/Motivational Speaker Michael Burger.Jasmine Crockett proudly represents Texas’ 30th District. She is a Freshman Leadership Representative, fighting hard for reproductive and voting rights and her viral moments in committee are legend. She is coming in hard for MAGA Republicans and sharing her insights and strategies on energizing our Democratic base, reclaiming our human rights and standing united with Leader Hakeem Jeffries.When showbiz veteran Michael Burger lost The Pr...2024-04-251h 12
Media Path PodcastStandup Comedy & Creating A Special with Ivan DeckerIvan Decker’s standup comedy is sharp, relatable, polished and laugh-out-loud-by-yourself-on-your-couch-or-in-your-bed hilarious! 100% Canadian Content, Ivan is 12% funnier than a comparable American and he has brought his funny to the world square that is Youtube. Ivan’s newest special is called Popcorn and much like its taste-treat namesake, the show is irresistible.Ivan joins Fritz and Weezy to talk about his roots, his influences, his writing and performing techniques and the joys and challenges he’s encountered along his path. He was named Comic To Watch at the TBS New York Comedy Festival. He was featur...2024-03-2851 min
Media Path PodcastRock Legends & Immediate Family with Denny Tedesco, Waddy Wachtel & Leland SklarDirector Denny Tedesco has followed up his smash hit documentary, The Wrecking Crew with an enlightening look at the next generation of session musicians who worked closely with 70s’ singer/songwriters in creating the soundtrack which continues to enrich and lift our lives. They are Waddy Wachtel, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, Danny Kortchmar and Steve Postell. The band and the film are called Immediate Family.Denny joins us, along with Waddy and Leland to get into the making of the film and their incredible journey through the history of rock, pop, folk, jazz, country and...2024-03-211h 24
Media Path PodcastBehind The Scenes of 70s TV & An Uplifting Wings Guitarist with Laurence Juber & Shelley HermanOur Media Path takes us to the influential and iconic 70s when Paul McCartney & Wings flew over Europe, The UK, and The World, lifted by the guitar mastery of Laurence Juber and when studio pages roamed the NBC hallways, collecting memorable celebrity encounters and handing gift cards to Johnny Carson.Former page, Shelley Herman is an Emmy-Nominated TV writer who has penned a delicious tell-all about her page years called, My Peacock Tale: Secrets of An NBC Page. It’s stuffed with dishy stories about Robin Williams, Andy Kaufman, Ringo Starr, Johnny Cash, Jimmy St...2024-02-291h 17
Media Path PodcastA Multimedia Standup Style & Radio Comedy MemoriesWhen Fritz and Weezy were developing a Comedy Central pilot with Henry Winkler called, The Couch, their bright, ambitious intern was an up and coming young comic named Eric Schwartz who dutifully made coffee, sandwich and cue card runs. Today, Eric’s comedy special. Delivery, is all the rage on Youtube, and Fritz brought him a sandwich.Eric joins us to discuss his unique blending of his talent palette which includes: comedy, parody, music, dance, impressions and multi-media wizardry. His inspirations include Weird Al Yankovic and his marketing instincts had him trending early on My...2024-01-251h 03
Media Path PodcastKeeping The OC Blue & A Standup RebrandingComedy and Democracy are on the bill. We are welcoming Congressional Candidate Dave Min from Orange County, CA and comedian Taylor Williamson.State Senator Dave Min is running to fill Katie Porter’s seat in Congress. He has her endorsement and he is entirely determined to keep CA 47 Blue and bring his passion for gun violence prevention, climate action, small business advocacy, and reproductive rights legislation to Congress. Plus, Weezy’s nephew, Jake Palanker is in studio to press Senator Min on his water protection policy ideas.Then Taylor Will...2024-01-041h 09
Media Path PodcastThe Truth About Guardianships & A Quirky Christmas MusicalIt’s a not entirely merry episode of Media Path with some hard but cautionary truths about guardianships AND, a new Christmas musical that celebrates our festive diversity.Greg Thirloway and Maurice Godin are launching a new musical called Oy To The World, that celebrates the Jewish composers who brought us so many carol classics like Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Oh, Holy Night and I’ll Be Home For Christmas. Then, we're speaking with investigative journalist, Diane Dimond whose new book about the dangers of guardianship is required reading in a Post-#Free...2023-11-301h 04
Media Path PodcastThe Singularity of The Beatles & The Legacy of the JFK AssassinationEvery boomer was gutted and then rocked by the tragedy of JFK’s assassination followed by the joy of The Beatles’ arrival at the airport named in his honor. Both topics continue to resonate. Today on the show, broadcasting pioneer and JFK assassination historian John Barbour joins us to discuss his latest film, John Barbour & William Shakespeare’s Last Word On The Murder of JFK. And Breakfast With The Beatles Host Chris Carter is with us to talk about his live appearances and The Beatles’ return to the charts!Emmy Winning writer/host/comedian/director...2023-11-161h 14
The Nostalgic PodblastThe Cowsills family band memories with documentary director Louise Palanker & her co-host Fritz Coleman + Richard Moll dies + character actor profile + snow cones +Guests comedian & retired KNBC weatherman Fritz Coleman & director/biographer Louise Palanker talking The Cowsills (family band) & more + Richard "Bull" Moll dies + character actor of the week + Nostalgic toys/treats + coping with the loss of a dear friend.
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Media Path PodcastCourage, Compassion, Kindness & The Many Talents of Your Teen Crush featuring Robby BensonRobby Benson is living proof that character is destiny, guided by his values, integrity, talent and curiosity, Robby has overcome much to achieve more. He is an actor, writer, producer, director, author, musician, photographer, professor, songwriter, novelist, activist and former teen idol! Robby’s early screen stardom was just scratching his creative surface and Robby’s immense devotion to his wife and family only deepen his appreciation of life and its gifts. Robby joins us to talk about his strong family bonds, his collaborations with his fiercely talented wife Karla...2023-08-171h 10
Canned Air: A Tribute to Pop CultureCanned Air #493 Media Path Podcast with Fritz Coleman & Louise PalankerWe're joined this week by the co-hosts of the Media Path Podcast, Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker! We talk about their starts in radio, Fritz’s years as a weather reporter, his new stand up special “Unassisted Living” on Tubi, Louise’s documentary “Family Band: The Cowsill Story”, what it was like to be a podcaster in 2005, and of coarse, Media Path Podcast. Explore the current media landscape and iconic entertainment with legendary L.A. broadcasting vets. Have you ever become obsessed with a topic and taken a deep dive into consuming all you could uncover about it? Media Pat...2023-06-271h 06
Lights, Camera, Author!Lights, Camera, Author - Fritz Coleman & Louise PalankerAn interview with Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker, hosts of the Media Path Podcast.2023-06-2522 min
Achieving Awesomeness NowFollowing Your Media Path with Fritz Coleman & Louise PalankerThis week we sit down with legendary Los Angeles weatherman/humorist, Fritz Coleman and his co-host/veteran radio producer, Louise Palanker to discuss Media Path Podcast. Each week, these two professionals bring to life the pop culture landscape of the 60s, 70s, and 80s. The show is aimed at both Baby Boomers and Generation Xers and helps to dig-up the past by helping to remind the listener what they love and why they love it! Get ready to hear behind the scenes details of some of your favorite celebrities and their unique histories. Celebrating over 130 episodes, this dynamic duo...2023-06-1254 min
Love Is Podcast - Fun interviews with your favorite celebrities!Media Path Podcast, Co-Hosted By Fritz And Louise PalankerToday on The Kim Sorrelle Celebrity Segment, Kim and Neil will interview Media Path Podcast, Co-Hosted By Fritz And Louise Palanker
For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fritz Coleman through his gig as the weather reporter on KNBC, where his affable demeanor (honed in his early years of stand-up comedy) made him a staple of local news. But when he retired from his weather gig two years ago, Coleman knew he wasn’t done working. “That 11 o’clock news kept me from a lot of things,” he recalls. “Now I could do all those...2023-06-0627 min
Media Path PodcastRoy Rogers & Dale Evans: A Granddaughter's LoveThey were the King and Queen of TV westerns but this week’s guest called them, Grandma and Grandpa.Julie Rogers Pomilia’s father Tom was Dale Evans’ son. Roy and Dale were warm and attentive grandparents and Julie had the run of the Double R Bar Ranch as her backyard.In her book, Your Heroes, My Grandparents: A Granddaughter's Love, Julie details cherished memories spent with Roy, Dale, a gaggle of sisters and cousins and Trigger. Her idilic, special scrapbook moments are filled with birthdays, Christmases and recitals and they are season...2023-05-041h 03
Media Path PodcastStand-Up Comedy Lore & The Golden Age of EntertainmentStrap in for the show biz chat sesh of a lifetime: Legendary comedian Tom Dreesen and 80s TV icon Larry Manetti join us for story after story about Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. Smokey Robinson, Tom Selleck, Robert Wagner, Mike Connors, Robert Conrad, David Letterman, Johnny Carson and more!As epic as the stories are the story-tellers. Tom Dreesen’s mind-blowing C.V. traces his career path from shoe shine boy in Harvey, Illinois to sharing a jet and a stage with Frank Sinatra. Along the way he pioneered the first integrated comedy team, Ti...2023-04-201h 19
Media Path PodcastAdam Schiff and Dee Wallace - Defending Democracy & Promoting HealingAdam Schiff is a public servant who is devoted to his country, his duty and his local, podcasting constituents such as Fritz Coleman. Congressman Schiff carved out some time in his democracy saving day to speak with us about his bipartisan childhood, grabbing Fox “News” by the green, his Senate run and the threat he appears to be posing to Tucker Carlson.Then, Dee Wallace has much to share. She’s got many projects about to land, including the new version of Fatal Attraction from Lizzy Caplan. Dee enlightens us on the healing energy of hor...2023-03-091h 04
The Derek Duvall ShowEpisode 131: Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker - Hosts of "The Media Path Podcast"On this episode, Derek sits with Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker, the hosts of "The Media Path Podcast". We discuss Fritz' historic run as the weatherman at KNBC Los Angeles and we discuss Louise's ventures into documentary film work, how the two of them met and what the goals and triumphs of the Podcast have been like.Website: https://www.mediapathpodcast.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MediaPathPodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/mediapathpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediapathpod/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWUN22O9UK_jgfnj3fpk8hw2023-03-0243 min
Media Path PodcastThe Sitcom Set, The Broadway Stage & Taking it On The Road featuring Richard KlineDO pay some attention to the man behind the curtain - in Wicked, he’s played by Richard Kline and he’s brimming with hilarious anecdotes and intriguing stories, spanning six show biz decades, and going strong!Richard Kline played Jack Tripper’s pal, Larry Dallas in Three’s Company. And he’s the only cast member besides John Ritter to appear on the show and both of its spin-offs. Richie fills us in on the backstage skinny, the controversies, the antics, the friendships, the female co-stars’ struggles, the roughhousing with Ritter, the trip to Vegas with...2023-02-161h 03
KUCI: Get the Funk OutMonday 2/13/23 at 9:00am - retired KNBC weather reporter Fritz Coleman and veteran radio producer/documentarian Louise Palanker are now co-hosts of ME...Hosted by Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker, Media Path takes you along on a scenic tour through books, movies, TV, podcasts and music related to a given topic of captivation. We are exploring entertainment, politics, history, true crime, world events and all of their intriguing intersections. Go beyond binging with Media Path.
“And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.”
For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fritz Coleman through his gig as the weather reporter on KNBC, where his affable demeanor (honed in his early years of stand-up comedy) made him a staple of local...2023-02-1324 min
The DTALKS PodcastEpisode 238 - Media Path (ft. Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker)What do you do after you retire from over 40 years in the entertainment business!? You start a podcast about the entertainment business! Seriously though, both Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker are storytellers at hear and love guiding listeners down the Media Path each and every week on their podcast. They explore various themes and resources all in an attempt to help listeners understand the world better. Enjoy! About Fritz & Louise “And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.” For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fr...2023-02-0746 minThe DTALKS PodcastEpisode 238 - Media Path (ft. Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker)What do you do after you retire from over 40 years in the entertainment business!? You start a podcast about the entertainment business! Seriously though, both Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker are storytellers at hear and love guiding listeners down the Media Path each and every week on their podcast. They explore various themes and resources all in an attempt to help listeners understand the world better. Enjoy! About Fritz & Louise “And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.” For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fr...2023-02-0746 min
Media Path PodcastTV News Trailblazing & A Legendary L.A. Broadcast Team featuring Kelly LangeKelly Lange began her trailblazing TV career when women in broadcasting were treated as a “novelty.” But armed with brains and ingenuity, Kelly carved out a career path which led to her becoming the first female news anchor in Los Angeles and a nightly fixture at KNBC.Kelly and our cohost, former KNBC weatherman Fritz Coleman are back together at long last, recounting story after memorable story which weave into a brilliant retrospective of broadcasting in the Los Angeles market and primetime news through the decades. Take, for example, Kelly...2023-01-261h 11
Media Path PodcastMaking Air Waves & The Golden Age of Radio featuring Guy Zapoleon and Jhani KayeWe welcome radio royalty. Two kings, baring gifts of knowledge, experience, stories and maybe some myrrh. Guy Zapoleon, President of Zapoleon Consulting, is a veteran of almost 50 years in the business. He’s programmed and consulted major radio stations including KIIS-FM in Los Angeles, Z100 in New York and KZZP in Phoenix.Jhani Kaye is the longest running Program Director of a music station in the country’s largest market, Los Angeles, working with KOST-FM for 23 years.Guy and Jhani tell us what drew them to radio, how they star...2022-12-081h 21
Media Path PodcastA Cowsills Christmas, L.A.'s Favorite Public Radio & The Mind of the Modern ManWe are three guests deep, welcoming Guy’s Guy, Robert Manni whose brand and purpose are all about guiding men and boys through an ever-changing cultural landscape towards a better understanding of themselves, women and our collective human experience.From there, we’re backstage with The Cowsills who are bedecked with jolly and about to take the stage for the Andy Williams Moon River Theater Christmas Extravaganza in Branson. The Cowsills just dropped brand new music with their album, Rhythm of the World, they share a special history with our c...2022-11-171h 23
Too OpinionatedToo Opinionated Interview: Fritz Coleman and Louise PalankerToday on Too Opinionated, veteran Podcasters Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker! “And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.” For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fritz Coleman through his gig as the weather reporter on KNBC, where his affable demeanor (honed in his early years of stand-up comedy) made him a staple of local news. But when he retired from his weather gig two years ago, Coleman knew he wasn’t done working. “That 11 o’clock news kept me from a lot of things,” he recalls. “Now I could do all those things th...2022-10-0638 min
The Big Scoop with CoopThe Big Scoop with Coop guest from the popular podcast Media Path Podcast Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker (audio only)Send us a textThis episode of The Big Scoop with Coop I have the hosts of Media Path Podcast Fritz Coleman & Louise Palanker. Fritz and Louise will speak about how they started in their individual careers and how they came together to create Media Path Podcast and more. 2022-09-1340 min
The Neil Haley ShowMEDIA PATH PODCAST, co-hosted by Fritz and Louise Palanker“And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.” For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fritz Coleman through his gig as the weather reporter on KNBC, where his affable demeanor (honed in his early years of stand-up comedy) made him a staple of local news. But when he retired from his weather gig two years ago, Coleman knew he wasn’t done working. “That 11 o’clock news kept me from a lot of things,” he recalls. “Now I could do all those things that massage my soul, be curious more, and discover more.” That’s the impetus behind MEDIA PATH...2022-08-2127 min
MEDIA PATH PODCAST, co-hosted by Fritz and Louise Palanker“And now, here’s Fritz Coleman with the weather.”
For nearly four decades, Los Angelenos came to know and love Fritz Coleman through his gig as the weather reporter on KNBC, where his affable demeanor (honed in his early years of stand-up comedy) made him a staple of local news. But when he retired from his weather gig two years ago, Coleman knew he wasn’t done working. “That 11 o’clock news kept me from a lot of things,” he recalls. “Now I could do all those things that massage my soul, be curious more, and discover more.”
That’s the impetus behind MEDIA PATH...2022-08-2128 min
Media Path PodcastSaturday Morning TV & A Legacy of Creative Fun featuring Marty KrofftH.R. Pufinstuf. We grew up just accepting that it was a show. But honestly, why was it a show!? A British song and dance boy with a flute shipwrecks on an island full of puppets!? Why not? The minds of Sid and Marty Krofft were fertile with fantastical tales of flying pop stars and dancing hats and talking seaweed. Expect music, color, magic and plenty of puppets in the world of Sid and Marty Krofft!The iconic Marty Krofft joins us for an inside peek into that world. He’s talking about Pufinstuf, Li...2022-06-091h 03
Media Path PodcastThe Carol Burnett Show and Mayberry Memories featuring Vicki Lawrence and Karen KnottsVicki Lawrence lit up TV screens for eleven years on The Carol Burnett Show and for an additional six years in her own spin-off sit-com, Mama’s Family. Mama has since become a cultural icon so take a seat and roll down your nylons. She’s still got plenty to say in "Vicki and Mama: A Two Woman Show." Vicki’s one hit wonder, “The Night The Lights Went Out In Georgia shot to number one and inspired a movie. But can Vicki explain the plot? The answer lies inside this episode which also features...2022-06-0259 min
Media Path PodcastMaking TV Magic & The Roles of a Lifetime featuring Henry WinklerFritz and Weezy enjoy an elevated coolness quotient whenever their friend Henry Winkler drops in. Henry’s award and heart winning career has taken him from your living room TV, (your bedroom wall, your lunchbox and your sox) to Broadway, to the silver screen and to any streaming device within reach. What has Fonzie meant to the kids who grew up watching him? How intensely challenging is it to inhabit the comically dark world of HBO’s Barry? And how personally gratifying is it to be directed by his son, Max Winkler? Henry has so much goodness to share.2022-05-1256 min
Media Path PodcastRemembering Sidney Poitier & Bob Saget featuring Bobby SlaytonFritz and Weezy celebrate the lives and careers of Sidney Poitier and Bob Saget with friend, neighbor and Pitbull of Comedy, Bobby Slayton. Bobby has spent the last 30 years owning audiences with his relentless brand of offensively hilarious standup. He has unapologetically stolen scenes in Get Shorty, Ed Wood, Dreamgirls and Bandits, played Joey Bishop in The Rat Pack movie and stared in his own Showtime special, Born To Be Bobby. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Blackboard Jungle, To Sir With Love, In The Heat Of The Night, A Raisin In The Sun, A Patch Of...2022-01-131h 02
Barry Kibrick - Between the LinesA Distinctive Take on Media - Fritz Coleman & Louise PalankerMediaPath is a podcast/YouTube series comprised of Fritz Coleman, the legendary weatherman of Los Angeles and a brilliant comic, along with his co-host Louise “Weezy” Palanker, a filmmaker, columnist, author, and co-founder of Premier Radio. This comedic and insightful duo indulge their own creative obsessions while taking you on a visual ride of the subjects that intrigue them. Cosmic Muse: Vol. I: Your Voice (Mercury)Find your mercury placement in your birth chart and activate your personal voice codes.Support the show2021-12-2252 min
Media Path PodcastComedy, Art & Healing featuring Eric Schwartz & Cynthia LevinWhat do comedians know about what you should watch and read and consider? They know a lot. We are joined by comedians, sages, thinkers Eric Schwartz and Cynthia Levin and we are talking about artistic pursuits, bundling your talents, turning a mistake into a meaningful moment, and owning the stage. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending the American Radical Podcast, The Mixtape series from Radio Lab, Coming Out Colton on Netflix, Spielberg’s West Side Story, and Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead but that’s just the beginning. Cynthia and Eric are recommending Being the Ricardos, Wu Tang Saga on H...2021-12-161h 23
Media Path PodcastTV Production & The Art of the Interview featuring Barry KibrickBarry Kibrick’s storied career has taken him from The Iditarod dog sled race to the halls of NBC, The Ellis Island Medal of Honor and three Emmy awards. AND he produced Fritz’s groundbreaking variety show, It’s Fritz! Barry’s famed PBS show Between the Lines is now a podcast! He’s conducted thousands of fascinating interviews with extraordinary luminaries, so there is much to discuss. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending House of Gucci, now in theaters and Tik Tik Boom on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Barry KibrickBarry...2021-12-021h 02
The One Away ShowLouise Palanker: One Yo-Yo Away from Realizing Her Own PotentialLouise Palanker is a writer, producer, director, comedian, filmmaker, photographer, songwriter, and drummer. She is a co-founder of Premiere Radio Networks, which is now a division of iHeart Media. Her filmmaking resume includes Family Band: The Cowsill Story, a documentary that appeared on Showtime for two years and is now available on Amazon Prime. Her short documentary, Margaret Singer: Seeking Light recently screened at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. She writes a weekly advice column for Noozhawk.com and founded the advice app for teens, Ask Weezy. Her current project, the Media Path Podcast, is Louise’s fifth podcast. Wi...2021-12-0245 min
The One Away ShowLouise Palanker: One Yo-Yo Away from Realizing Her Own PotentialLouise Palanker is a writer, producer, director, comedian, filmmaker, photographer, songwriter, and drummer. She is a co-founder of Premiere Radio Networks, which is now a division of iHeart Media. Her filmmaking resume includes Family Band: The Cowsill Story, a documentary that appeared on Showtime for two years and is now available on Amazon Prime. Her short documentary, Margaret Singer: Seeking Light recently screened at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. She writes a weekly advice column for Noozhawk.com and founded the advice app for teens, Ask Weezy. Her current project, the Media Path Podcast, is Louise’s fifth po...2021-12-0245 min
Media Path PodcastFathers, Sons & Motown featuring Mark Arthur MillerSinger/Actor/Tennis Player Mark Arthur Miller was the only white boy growing up in his south side Chicago neighborhood, only to discover that his estranged father, Ron Miller was the only white songwriter at Motown. The two reconnected when Mark was 16 and were able to share 20 years of connection, forgiveness and love. Mark has fashioned his story into a musical stage show that audiences are finding as unique as it is universal. Mark is in-studio to talk all about it. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending the film Spencer, the book into limited series, One of Us is...2021-11-1858 min
Media Path PodcastSit-Com Writing & Fostering Creativity featuring Cheri SteinkellnerWe welcome writer/producer Cheri Steinkellner whose award gathering body of work includes Cheers, The Jeffersons, Facts of Life, Teacher’s Pet and the book for Broadway's Sister Act. She comes to us with stories, writing advice and loads of life-affirming charm and joy. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Girl Who Came Home by Hazel Gaynor, Worth on Netflix and brace for the impact of Fritz and Weezy’s first fight over Only Murders in the Building!Path Points of Interest:Cheri Steinkelnerhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0251482/2021-09-171h 09
Media Path PodcastSpecial Elections & Singing The SongbookFritz and Weezy serve up hand picked selections, recommended for your viewing, reading and listening pleasure, including McCartney 3,2,1, Barry Gibb’s new album Greenfields, Willie Nelson’s autobiography, It’s a Long Story, The Lost Leonardo documentary, and Our Own Worst Enemy - The Assault From Within on Modern Democracy by Tom Nichols which invites a dialogue about the state of things in America… That conversation path travels through vaccines, voting rights, The Holocaust, Black Lives Matter and California’s special election. Vote NO on the recall!Path Points of Interest:McCartney 3,2,1 with producer Rick Ruben on HU...2021-08-2658 min
Media Path PodcastWriting Memoirs & The Keys to Comedy featuring Steve BluesteinDo unhappy childhoods carve comedians or is it the comedians who best survive the chaos? Steve Bluestein has both theories and stories and he implores us to be kind to one another because nobody’s childhood is perfect and we can all use some love and encouragement. Steve’s new book Point of Pines celebrates the little Massachusetts community that helped him know his worth. Steve’s is a world class comedian, playwright, podcaster and author. His wit and wisdom will delight and enlighten you. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Blue Miracle, The Morning Show, Mare of Easttown and Th...2021-06-101h 13
Media Path PodcastMy Three Sons & The Brothers LivingstonWhile you grew up turning on your TV set, Stanley and Barry Livingston grew up turning onto the set of your favorite TV shows. Both brothers starred in the two longest running sit-coms, first on Ozzie & Harriet and then on My Three Sons. Stan as Chip Douglas and Barry as Ernie. Oh, have they got stories. You’ll hear about Paul Newman, Raymond Burr, William Frawley, Lucille Ball, Ozzie Nelson and of course, Fred MacMurray. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Tulsa Race Massacre on PBS/ABC, The Panama Papers on Prime Video, The Me You Can’t See...2021-06-041h 06
Media Path PodcastBrandy, Such a Fine Girl & Yacht Rock featuring Elliot LurieIs Brandy really such a fine girl? Writer/Performer Elliot Lurie from Looking Glass is about to rock your yacht with the truth about the sailor’s favorite girl in that harbor town. Plus is it yacht or is it not? Elliot is becoming an expert And it’s Fritz vs. Elliot in “Brandy Trivia.” And Fritz and Weezy are recommending My Love and Kiss the Ground on Netflix, Hacks on HBO and P!nk: All I Know So Far on Prime.Path Points of Interest:My Love - NetflixKiss The...2021-05-2755 min
Media Path PodcastGrazing In The Grass & 60’s Soul featuring Harry Elston from Friends of DistinctionHarry Elston is a wonderful Friend of great Distinction and he has had himself some incredible adventures with his chart topping group, The Friends of Distinction, his touring years with Ray Charles and an early stint as limo driver to The Temptations. Harry has dishy stories about Miles Davis, Jim Brown, The Fifth Dimension, Pat Boone and more, and Harry is not holding back. Can you dig it? Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Woman in the Window, Concrete Cowboy, Money Explained and The Underground Railroad.Path Points of Interest:Harry Elston2021-05-2054 min
Media Path PodcastCountry Music & Inclusivity featuring Billy GilmanBilly Gilman’s story is as American and as moving and inspiring as the lyrics of any country music song. Signed to a record deal at age 11, Billy’s smash hit One Voice captured hearts and fans but Billy’s awareness of his truth was moving faster than Nashville’s ability to accept it. Billy came out as gay in 2014 and moved into the power pop lane for his season on The Voice where he placed second. Only now is he turning back towards his country roots, collaborating with the acapella group Home Free for a reimagining of his first hi...2021-05-131h 12
Media Path PodcastElayne Boosler & Trail Blazing ComedyElayne Boosler carved a path through the comedy landscape that led her from tiny New York clubs to huge stadiums and enormously popular standup specials. Her strategy? Just be funny. Yes, she faced challenges and obstacles but as women in every field are learning to do boldly… she persisted. Elayne is hilarious and kind and she is bringing the joy! Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Without Remorse on Amazon Prime, Hulu’s Investigations by Vice, Atlantic Crossing on Masterpiece Theater and Beautiful Things by Hunter Biden.Path Points of Interest:Elayne Boosler's Website2021-05-061h 04
Media Path PodcastWriters’ Room Stories & Hangin’ with Dr. Z. featuring Dana GouldHave you ever wondered what it would be like if Dr. Zaius from Planet of the Apes hosted a seventies style afternoon talk show? Dana Gould has gone beyond wondering and created this exact slice of YouTube heaven. Hangin’ With Dr. Z. Season One is an actual thing that exists on the internet and Dana Gould is here to explain himself. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Mare of Easttown on HBO, The Bleeding Edge on Netflix, Time on Prime and The Circle on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Dana GouldH...2021-04-291h 01
Media Path PodcastFamily Harmonies & Pop Sensations featuring The CowsillsAt the waning edge of the turbulent sixties The Cowsills topped the charts with an infectious power popped sound that was loved by kids and parents and trusted by parents because, after all, their mom was in the band! The real-life Cowsills inspired the sit-com Partridge Family but The Cowsills’ public facing talent and charm was haunted by behind-the-scenes secrets and fears. Bob, Paul and Susan Cowsill have survived and thrived and they join Fritz and Weezy to talk about their new podcast, an upcoming album and the future of the Happy Together Tour. Plus Fritz and Weezy are re...2021-04-221h 00
Media Path PodcastMust Hear Promo Secrets & Must See TVTelevision promo and strategy greats Vince Manze and Preston Beckman masterminded Must See TV at NBC and groundbreaking FOX programming like American Idol, 24 and House. These two broadcasting giants have been tapped to roll out Discovery Plus and they’ve got stories to share about the casting of Friends, how to promote talents like Seinfeld who hate promos, the programming war that pitted Tiffany Amber Thiessen against Tiffany Amber Theissen and that time a lighting rig almost took out beloved Los Angeles weatherman Fritz Coleman. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate, Hemmingway on...2021-04-151h 06
Media Path PodcastClassic Pop & Memorable Melodies featuring Gary PuckettGary Puckett may possess the finest voice in rock and roll history. His sound on hits like Young Girl, Woman Woman, Over You and Lady Willpower is an unmistakably powerful piece of pop history. Gary Puckett & The Union Gap are actively touring the world and recording new material and Gary joins Fritz and Weezy to fill us in on the latest news from the front of the Union Army. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Battered Bastards of Baseball, Elizabeth and Margaret, Tennessee Whiskey: The Dean Dillon Story and Billie Eilish: The World’s a Little Blurry.Pa...2021-04-0856 min
Media Path PodcastMusic Docs & Filmmaking FactsDennis Lambert is the hitmaker behind “We Built This City,” “Nightshift,” “Rhinestone Cowboy,” and hundreds more classic recordings. Dennis's newest song, Covid 19 Blues features an all-star cast and benefits the Jazz Foundation and the Actors Fund. Bob Sarles is a prolific documentary filmmaker whose award winning movie, Bang! The Bert Berns Story explores the brief and extraordinary life of the intriguing man behind Twist and Shout and Piece of My Heart. Dennis and Bob share insights into their crafts and histories. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Seaspiracy and Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal. Path Points of Interest...2021-04-011h 15
Media Path PodcastStreaming Picks & Reading ClassicsFritz and Weezy are suggesting and discussing The Pharmacist, The Brothers Warner, HBO’s Q: Into The Storm, Nat Geo’s Genius: Aretha, Shooting Midnight Cowboy by Glenn Frankel, George Orwell classics Animal Farm and 1984 and William Golding’s Lord of the Flies. Plus Books into movies, Firefly Lane and Moxie, and some Little Known Leave it to Beaver Lore.Path Points of Interest:The Pharmacist - NetflixThe Brothers - Warner - Amazonhttps://thebrotherswarner.comShooting Midnight Cowboy by Gle...2021-03-2547 min
Media Path PodcastChild Stardom & Second Acts featuring Mason ReeseThere was something so uniquely beguiling about four year old Mason Reese that Madison Avenue soon realized that this little kid sold product! Soon, young Mason was hawking Dunkin Donuts, Underwood deviled ham, Raison Bran and Kung Fu Adventure Sets. He was then guest hosting with Mike Douglas, interviewing his idols like Leonard Nimoy, dancing with Danny Thomas and driving the Goodyear blimp. To us mortal kids, Mason’s childhood was the stuff of dreams. But how was it for Mason? He is here to tell us. Plus Fritz and Weezy discuss Oscar noms and recommend The United States vs...2021-03-1859 min
Media Path PodcastMusic Docs & Session Players featuring Denny TedescoDenny Tedesco’s long awaited and much heralded film The Wrecking Crew tells the story of his father Tommy Tedesco and all of the unsung studio musicians who created the soundtrack of the sixties. Denny’s next movie, The Immediate Family will document the great players who backed the 70’s singer songwriters like Carole King, James Taylor, Jackson Browne and Linda Ronstadt. Denny joins us to share his filmmaking story. Plus Fritz and Weezy recommend The Sound of Metal, Biggie: I Gotta Story To Tell, I Care A Lot and Murder Among The Mormons.Path Points of Intere...2021-03-111h 04
Media Path PodcastThe Night Stalker & Crime JournalismThe Netflix mini series, Night Stalker: The search for a killer features KNBCs Laurel Erickson and Paul Skolnick, reporters who stayed hot on the trail of lead detectives hunting a serial killer who was terrorizing Los Angeles in 1984. How did the collective efforts of investigators, reporters and L.A. citizens finally stop a monster? Paul and Laurel lived it and are here to tell it. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending, the Netflix doc Made You Look, HBOs Allen v. Farrow, What Falls Away by Mia Farrow and Comedy Central’s Drunk History. Path Points of Interest:...2021-03-041h 09
Media Path PodcastSongwriting & Legacy Making featuring Diane WarrenHer path has taken her from Cher to to Celine, from Gaga to McCartney, from Bieber to Biden and beyond. Iconic songwriting diva Diane Warren joins Fritz and Weezy to share insights into her creative process and how she has successfully harnessed the power of her songs into a successful business. With 37 years of hit records behind her, Diane remains focussed on her next projects which include an upcoming curated album of her songs featuring some of her favorite artists, a possible trip to Broadway and this year’s Oscars. Diane’s songs Io si (Seen) from The Life Ahea...2021-02-2550 min
Media Path PodcastIconic TV & Creative Drive featuring Tony Dow & Bill MumyBoth Tony Dow and Bill Mumy were launched into public lives as children. As adults, Their work ethic and wide ranging talents have sustained their creative output. At the age of 12 Tony won the role of Wally Cleaver on Leave it to Beaver. Today he is a director, producer and world renowned sculptor. Bill Mumy had logged over 100 TV credits before he was cast as Will Robinson on Lost in Space at age 10. Today Bill is an actor, musician and song writer. Tony and Bill join Fritz and Weezy to discuss the unique experience of child stardom and how...2021-02-181h 02
Media Path PodcastStandup Stories & Zombie Lit featuring Dwayne PerkinsComedian Dwayne Perkins joins Fritz and Weezy for a conversation that moves from the roots of funny to the rules of zombie literature. Dwayne’s comedy specials can be found at Drybar and on streaming media. His books, Hot Chocolate for the Mind and Zombie Run are available wherever you find books and Dwayne’s insights into all of the above and how comedians are surviving the pandemic are right here! Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Dig on Netflix, Mike Nichols: A Life, Prairie Fires: The American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder and on PBS’s American Master...2021-02-111h 04
Media Path PodcastProg Rock & Legacy Bands featuring Billy SherwoodMusician/Producer Billy Sherwood from Yes and Asia brings news of his just dropping, prog rock, super group offering with the band, Arc of Life featuring Jon Davison, and Jay Schellen. Billy is rich with stories about his history with Yes, from fan boy to key member and his powerfully touching relationship with Chris Squire. Plus, Fritz and Weezy recommend, The Twilight of Democracy by by Anne Applebaum, The Constitution for Dummies by Michael Arnheim and Cobra Kai on Netflix. And Weezy draws an important sociological parallel between QAnon and The Bachelor.Path Points of Interest:2021-02-041h 00
Media Path PodcastKodachrome & Vintage Viewing featuring Charles PhoenixMid-century pop culture expert/enthusiast, Charles Phoenix is a performer, author, explorer, collector and story-teller. His passion is celebrating classic and kitschy American life and style and he joins Fritz and Weezy to spill about his favorite finds. We’re talking cars, clothes, cakes, slide shows, road trips, and how to appreciate the hidden treasures in your town and in your own drawers and closets! Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Fran Lebowitz and Pretend it’s a City, Healing from Hate and MLK/FBI.Path Points of Interest:Charles Phoenix - The Ambassador of Amer...2021-01-281h 00
Media Path PodcastMeeting Heroes & Home Town NewsWriter/Journalist/Mayor gumpy man-about-everywhere David Laurell regales Fritz and Weezy with true tales of celebrity sitings, encounters and friendships. He shares stories about Joe Namath, Dick Cavett, Dick Clark and Marlon Brando. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending the new Billie Holiday documentary, Soul on Disney Plus, Let Them All Talk, Schitt’s Creek and Death To 2020.Path Points of InterestBillieLet Them All TalkSchitt's CreekDeath To 2020Soul 2021-01-071h 08
Media Path PodcastTim Conway Jr. & Talk RadioKFI Radio legend Tim Conway Jr. may be the funniest man on the radio in Los Angeles. He may even be the funniest Tim Conway. Tim unleashes stories about his bold career launch, the dawn of internet radio, growing up in Hollywood, Tim Conway Sr., Don Knotts, Ernie Anderson, Rick Dees and More. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Joe Bonamassa: Guitar Man, Jimmy Carter: Rock and Roll President, The Daughters of Yalta, The Roosevelts: An Intimate History and Dash & Lily. All that AND race track betting tips!Path Points of Interest:Tim Conway Jr.2020-12-311h 00
Media Path PodcastThe Prom & The CrownWe may all be home alone for the holidays but we are joined by great cinema. It’s streaming straight to the TV on your wall or the phone in your hand and it is excellent. Fritz and Weezy are recommending the sensational writing and powerful performances in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, David Attenborough’s extraordinary look at The Great Barrier Reef, the music, message and magic of The Prom, Virgin River’s cozy characters, Sophia Loren’s beautiful performance in The Life Ahead and the royal drama of The Crown. Both on the screen and the ensuing public rea...2020-12-2455 min
Media Path PodcastShawn Pelofsky & Holiday BingingComedian Shawn Pelofsky is a hearty consumer of reality TV and bad Christmas movies. This pandemic season she has strapped on the binge bag and she is getting after it! Gather ‘round Bachelor Nation Children. Shawn has some wonderful opinions to share with you about Claire, Tayshia and the hermetically sealed, Covid tested men who love them. Shawn has also taken a deep dive into Hallmark, Hulu and Netflix Christmas movies and she’s coming up for a deep breath of air so that she can vent about them. For example, why in bad Christmas movies is everyone in Guam...2020-12-171h 09
Media Path PodcastTaylor Williamson & Pandemic ComedyStandup comedians are tightly wound bundles of hilarity woven with doubt, despair and anxiety. Fold a pandemic into the mixture to yield Taylor Williamson’s mood. A proactive and solution oriented Taylor has attempted zoom shows, drive-in shows, socially “safe” shows, closed circuit shows and dog sitting. Verdict? He’s still lonely. And so, Taylor is podcasting his feelings. Fritz and Weezy are here for him. Plus, we’re recommending the documentaries Belushi and Zappa, and the books into films, Hillbilly Elegy and Between the World and Me.Path Points of Interest:Taylor Williamson's Web Site2020-12-031h 06
Media Path PodcastContent Creation & Social Experiments featuring Jordan ZaslowJordan Zaslow’s viral videos will make your heart shine and your eyes leak happy rain. Jordan and her company Love & Fireworks create globally acclaimed social experiment content like the Regret Blackboard and You’re More Successful Than You Realize. This election cycle Jordan helmed Women for the Win, producing inspiring content for candidates Chivona Newsome, Paula Jean Swearengin and Cori Bush among others. Jordan is here to talk process and purpose and share insights into finding your voice. Plus Weezy recommends books by Barack and Michelle Obama and Joe and Dr. Jill Biden and Fritz’s friend Sharon...2020-11-261h 11
Media Path PodcastBiopics & Polling featuring Paul Cowsill & Cyrus BeschlossHow accurate is the Netflix Helen Reddy movie, I Am Woman? Our fact checker is Paul Cowsill from The Cowsills who toured with Helen and he knows too much to go back and pretend. Plus young people pollster Cyrus Beschloss from Generation Lab joins us to share data and intel on what matters to newly minted voters. Also, Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Trouble With Maggie Cole and The Rise of the Nazis on PBS and Assholes: A Theory on Amazon Prime. The Trouble With Maggie ColeI Am Woman on...2020-11-1956 min
Media Path PodcastElection Decompression & Pandemic PointersBreaking News: Fritz and Weezy need to election vent. Let’s call this conversation Election Result Results. Can we Americans really hear each other across the cultural divide? Are we even trying? What inspires us or drives us to vote the way we do? How can we better understand one another? Plus, are you pandemic parched and what can you do to quench your social thirst? How is Fritz adjusting to retirement? And how is social distancing bringing us closer together?Path Points of Interest:The Great American Lie documentary by Jennifer Siebel New...2020-11-121h 04
Media Path PodcastBrian Wilson, Paul Simon & Springsteen featuring Peter Ames CarlinAward Winning Rock Biographer Peter Ames Carlin joins us to talk shop. Peter’s shop is stocked with best selling books about Brian Wilson, Bruce Springsteen, Paul McCartney and Paul Simon. Peter brings fascinating insight to a conversation about the drive, struggle, light, dark and genius of artists who attain and utilize the power to share so significantly with us, their voice and music. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Doris Kearns Goodwin, Mank on Netflix and Bruce Springsteen’s Letter To You on Apple+.Path Points of Interest:MANKDirected by: David Finc...2020-11-051h 06
Media Path PodcastLee Sklar & Pandemic BlessingsBass legend and fine gentleman Leland Sklar is fertilizing the soil of his pandemic pause with creative seeds which are sprouting into a YouTube channel, a photography book, graphic art, virtual concerts and new music from The Immediate Family which includes Lee plus Waddy Wachtel, Danny Kortchmar, Steve Postel and Russ Kunkel. Lee comes to us brimming with tales of Laurel Canyon, James Taylor, Carole King, Phil Collins, Jackson Browne and so much more. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Trial of the Chicago Seven, Trust: America’s Best Chance by Pete Buttigieg and It Was All a Lie...2020-10-291h 03
Media Path PodcastCary Grant & Class Acting featuring Marc Eliot“Everybody wants to be Cary Grant. Even I want to be Cary Grant.” So, once said Cary Grant. Born Archibald Leach in Bristol, England, at nine his was abandoned by his father and told that his mother had died. (She hadn’t.) At 14 he ran away and joined the circus. (OK, an acrobat troop but you get the idea.) By 20 he was honing his public persona of Cary Grant, the world’s most elegant man. Best selling author Marc Eliot has delved deeply into the lives of 25 and counting fascinating subjects to write his celebrity bios. He joins us with fas...2020-10-221h 01
Media Path PodcastHealth and Healing featuring Kimberly SoenenKimberly Soenen is the creative director, curator and editor of “SOME People” (Every) Body, an ongoing, multiverse group project that raises questions about definitions of “health," "health insurance," “healthcare” and Public Health. A Best Practice and Public Health policy thought leader, Soenen has combined the creative and journalistic forces of photographers, artists, essayists and physicians to curate a mix of reportage and art that both challenges and inspires the ways in which we think about health and healthcare. Kimberly brings her experiences and expertise to a conversation with Fritz and Weezy on the Covid 19 pandemic, mental health, the future of the ACA...2020-10-151h 03
Media Path PodcastMichael Reagan & Family PoliticsMichael Reagan joins us for an engrossing conversation about finding your own voice while growing up in a Hollywood family and coming of age in a political family. Michael’s parents are Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman. His step-mother is Nancy Reagan and he is an accomplished writer, political consultant and radio host. Plus Fritz and Weezy discuss the new James A. Baker book and the Netflix hybrid doc, Social Dilemma.Path Points of InterestThe Man Who Ran Washington: The Life and Times of James A. Baker IIIby Peter Baker and Susan Glaser...2020-10-081h 01
Media Path PodcastThe Sound of Music & To Kill a Mockingbird featuring Tom SantopietroWhat is it about The Sound of Music? Story? Cast? Soundtrack? Message? Family? Ideals? A dash of magic? Or all of the above? The Sound of Music Story Author Tom Santopietro is captivated by Von Trapp family values and he joins us to share his enthusiasm with Fritz, Weezy and surprise guest, Sound of Music super fan, Rick Rosenfeld. Tom comes to us with insight into the real and fictional Von Trapps and how this very special film has affected all of the above and generations of viewers who have fallen in love with the movie. We also talk...2020-10-061h 00
Media Path PodcastWatergate & The FBI featuring Max HollandWhy did Mark Felt leak? Was he on a hero’s journey to save democracy, uphold justice and protect The FBI or was he engaged in an epic battle of succession to the seat of power, previously held for 37 years by J. Edgar Hoover? Author journalist Max Holland joins us for a deep discussion about what motivated Deep Throat. Max also holds a fascinating theory about the Zapruder film and the assassination of JFK. Plus, what or who exactly is Q Anon? Jake Palanker joins Fritz and Weezy for an enlightening conversation about the origins, beliefs and dangers of th...2020-10-0159 min
Media Path PodcastWendy Liebman & Jeffrey ShermanWendy Liebman and Jeffrey Sherman are among the world’s most adorable couples. The cutest thing about them being that they are each other’s biggest fans. Wendy is a comedian with a unique wordplay afterthought style that has taken her to The Tonight Show, Letterman, HBO and Comedy Central Specials. Her husband Jeffrey Sherman is an accomplished writer/producer/musician whose credits include Boy Meets World, Up The Creek and an award winning documentary about his father and uncle, Disney composers Robert and Richard Sherman. Plus Fritz and Weezy’s media path travels through the works of Ta-Nehisi Coates...2020-09-241h 14
Media Path PodcastThe Black Dahlia featuring Steve HodelYou may have a uniquely conflicted and complicated relationship with your father but until you discover him to be a serial killer, Steve Hodel wins. Steve was a retired L.A. police detective when he learned that his father George Hodel had been a suspect in the 1947 Black Dahlia murder. Steve’s efforts to clear his dad’s name led him to discover and face the dark and disturbing truth in his own family history. Plus, Fritz and Weezy sort through their reading lists with titles by Mary Trump, Michael Cohen, Stephanie Winston Wolcoff, Bob Woodward and Peter Strzok.2020-09-171h 00
Media Path PodcastJohn Berry & The Country Music FamilyOur media path brings us to Nashville for some quality time with John and Robin Berry whose new podcast, Faith, Family and Friends pulls you around their virtual coffee table for meaningful conversations about the things that matter most. John Berry is a music city icon. His hits include Standing On The Edge of Goodbye and Your Love Amazes Me. We are talking about Glen Campbell, Charlie Daniels, Garth and Tricia and how we pull together to pull through difficult times. Plus Fritz and Weezy recommend Wild Thing, the new Jimi Hendrix book, The Spy and The Traitor by B...2020-09-1057 min
Media Path PodcastMary Tyler Moore & The Moody Optimist featuring Herbie J. PilatoHerbie J. Pilato’s book Mary: The Mary Tyler Moore Story inspires us to explore Mary’s effect on a generation of women who have grown up to turn the world on with their smile, their independence and their ingenuity. Plus, Fritz and Weezy head down paths towards TCM’s salute to women filmmakers, the warning signs of fascism, Jim Gaffigan’s Twitter truth and Chadwick Boseman’s light and legacy. Path Points of Interest:How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them by Jason StanleyPBS Interview...2020-09-0355 min
Media Path PodcastTom Dreesen & Frank SinatraTom Dreesen’s uniquely American trajectory took him from desperately impoverished roots in the streets and saloons of Harvey, Illinois to sharing a stage with Frank Sinatra. Tom’s path is the stuff of both inspiration and legend. One of America’s finest standup comics, he served as Frank’s opening act for 14 years, becoming a most trusted friend. Tom’s gift with a yarn endeared him to Mr. Sinatra which in turn provided Tom with so many more sensational stories to share. He's serving up some of his finest right here with Fritz and Weezy.Path Points of...2020-08-271h 03
Media Path PodcastDan Winters & PhotojournalismRenowned photographer and photojournalist Dan Winters joins Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker with stories from the field along with knowledge and wisdom gleaned from his own deep dives into the history of photography, World War 2, the Viet Nam War, space travel, and the impact of photography on human awareness and societal progress.Path Points of Interest:▶ Watch and Subscribe on Youtube▶ Listen and Subscribe on: Apple Podcasts: Spotify:Google PodcastsStitcher: DeezerSubscribe for Updates: Follow the Podcas...2020-08-131h 00
Media Path PodcastKeith Morrison and True CrimeFritz and Weezy welcome Dateline NBC’s Keith Morrison who takes us down an eerie and shadowy path through the dark and sinister synonyms he uses in his true crime reporting. Keith shares Dateline memories, career highlights, and insights into what we can all learn from love stories that go horribly wrong. Keith also fills us in on his podcast, The Thing About Pam and tells us the true story of how Justin Trudeau’s father led him to his future wife!Path Points of Interest:The Thing About PamDateline NBC...2020-07-3053 min
Media Path PodcastMark Felt/Deep ThroatFritz and Weezy are joined by author John O'Connor who uncovered the secret identity of the notorious Watergate source known as Deep Throat. John recounts his long held belief that Felt was Deep Throat and his chance intersection with Felt's grandson Nick which led to the Vanity Fair which revealed, after 39 years that Mark Felt, number 2 at the FBI during Watergate, was the man Woodward and Bernstein called Deep Throat.Path Points of Interest:Mark Felt: The Man Who Brought Down The White HousePostgateI'm The Guy They Called "Deep...2020-07-2458 min
Media Path PodcastMotownThe power of the music is undeniable on its face but Fritz and Weezy also explore the roll this music has played in the Civil Rights Movement. Berry Gordy was the first black business owner to sell his product to a predominantly white audience. He was not only selling music. He was providing a shared experience which amplified our collective human bond. Music is color blind. It moves us all to tap a foot, bob a shoulder, or dance. It also moves us closer to understanding how similar we really are. We explore great Motown biographies like Dreamgirl: My...2020-07-2053 min
Media Path PodcastTrump/Russia featuring Michael IsikoffMichael Isikoff is an American investigative journalist, who has worked for the Washington Post, Newsweek and NBC News. He is the author of three New York Times bestsellers including, with David Corn, Russian Roulette. His reporting for this book took him deep inside the Trump/Russia scandal in which unprecedented political chicanery merged the interests of the Republican Party with those of KGB trained Russian Kleptocratic ruler Vladimir Putin. The Russian Roulette narrative lays out a tale of international intrigue, cyber espionage, and superpower rivalry, examining just how Russian spies, hackers and trolls inserted themselves into our political system...2020-07-2049 min
Media Path PodcastTurner Classic MoviesFritz Coleman and Louise Palanker share their passion for Turner Classic Movies, delving into the careers of Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant, and Natalie Wood, which sends them on a hunt for messages in Splendor In The Grass. Can abstinence really drive teenagers crazy? Plus Fritz goes down a media path that leads from his NBC co-worker Josh Mankiewicz through Josh’s grandfather Herman Mankiewicz who wrote Citizen Kane to Herman’s brother Joseph Mankiewicz who wrote Cleopatra and All About Eve which led to the discovery of a book by Sydney Ladensohn Stern called The Brothers Mankiewicz.Path...2020-07-1828 min
Media Path PodcastMedia Path Podcast IntroductionHave you ever become obsessed with a topic and taken a deep dive into consuming all you could uncover about it?Media Path podcast is here to indulge your obsessions. hosted by Fritz Coleman and Louise Palanker, the show takes you along on a scenic tour through books, movies, web content and music related to a given topic of captivation. We are exploring entertainment, politics, history, true crime, world events and all of their intriguing intersections. Fritz Coleman is a legendary Los Angeles weatherman/humorist. Louise Palanker is a filmmaker/columnist and co-founder of...2020-07-1103 min