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Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastGGACP Rewind: Episode #3: Larry StorchGilbert and Frank visit the Manhattan apartment of 91-year-old comedy legend Larry Storch to talk about his days in nightclubs and burlesque, his gift for accents and dialects, his decades-long friendships with Tony Curtis and Don (“Get Smart”) Adams and his memories of everyone from Lucille Ball to Orson Welles. Also, Larry shares some of his all-time favorite jokes and joins the boys for an impromptu (and practically on-key) rendition of the “F-Troop” theme. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2026-01-1255 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry Charles EncoreGGACP celebrates the birthday (December 1st) of writer-director Larry Charles (“Borat,” “Seinfeld,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm”) with this ENCORE of an interview from 2019. In this episode, Larry joins the boys for an engrossing conversation about humor as a survival tactic, the hazards of guerrilla filmmaking, the persuasive powers of Sacha Baron Cohen and the Netflix show, “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy.” Also, Mel Brooks sends up Bill Cullen, Jerry Lewis inspires Bob Dylan, Gilbert guest stars on “Mad About You” and Larry remembers the late, great Bob Einstein. PLUS: “Lancelot Link, Secret Chimp”! The Zen of Jack Nicholson! The influence of Jackie Mason...
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My Fame, ExplainedE 56: My Fame, Explained: Larry Collmus: The Legendary Voice of the Kentucky Derby and Triple Crown for NBC SportsWhen you hear the words “American Pharoah wins the Triple Crown!” or the thunder of hooves down the stretch at the Kentucky Derby, chances are you’re hearing the unmistakable voice of Larry Collmus. For more than three decades, Larry has been the soundtrack to some of horse racing’s most iconic moments, from his early days on the Maryland circuit to calling history on NBC Sports.In this episode of My Fame, Explained, Larry shares how a summer job helping his father at Timonium Fairgrounds sparked a lifelong passion for racing, the nerve-wracking thrill of calling his very...
2025-09-2641 minMy Fame, ExplainedE 55: My Fame, Explained: From 'Billions' to Wellness: Zina Wilde on Acting, Creativity & Transformative RetreatsZina Wilde is redefining what it means to be a modern multi-hyphenate. Best known for her seven-season run on Showtime’s hit series Billions, Zina has built a career that seamlessly blends Hollywood storytelling with holistic wellness.As an actress, writer, and producer, she’s worked alongside icons like Paul Giamatti, Damian Lewis, Richard Dreyfuss, Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Sally Field, and Rita Moreno — with over 14 short films produced, including The Climb (Cannes Audience Award Winner) and her latest, We Regret to Inform You, now on the festival circuit.But Zina’s story goes beyond the scre...
2025-09-0630 minMy Fame, ExplainedE 54: My Fame, Explained: Elle Winter on Her New EP Never Even Met Her, Songwriting Journey, and Life in MusicIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, Larry Gilbert sits down with singer-songwriter Elle Winter, who has already connected with millions of listeners through her heartfelt songwriting and powerhouse vocals. From being discovered by Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing as a teenager, to earning a spot as one of People Magazine’s Emerging Artists and performing on iconic stages like The TODAY Show and Jingle Ball, Elle shares her inspiring journey through the music industry.Elle opens up about the personal experiences behind her highly anticipated new EP, Never Even Met Her (out now!), including the titl...
2025-08-2132 minMy Fame, ExplainedE 53: My Fame, Explained: CLIQ Co-Founder Nicola Gunby on Startup Life, Social Impact & Female Founders in TechIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, host Larry Gilbert sits down with Nicola Gunby, co-founder of the fast-growing social networking app CLIQ—a platform built to solve the loneliness epidemic by bringing people together through shared interests and real-life community events.Nicola opens up about her journey from feeling isolated after moving to London post-pandemic, to launching a global app that's now connecting over 100,000 users worldwide. She shares how her background as a beauty entrepreneur helped shape her career in tech, why traditional social media falls short when it comes to real connection, and what it tr...
2025-07-2039 min
AcquiredGoogle: The Origin of SearchWe tell the story of the single greatest business ever created: Google search. From its origins as a Stanford research project called BackRub, Google became the front door to the internet. Today it’s an essential service for over half the world, and one that generates more profit than ANY other US company — more than Apple, Microsoft, or Berkshire Hathaway.But it wasn’t always so obvious. When Larry and Sergey began working on BackRub in 1996, search was a backwater industry in silicon valley. Existing search companies were eking out a living as vendors to the then-dominant “portals”...
2025-06-303h 39My Fame, ExplainedE52: My Fame, Explained: Mohamed Karim on Starring with Nicolas Cage in Gunslingers and His Journey from Egypt to HollywoodIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, host Larry Gilbert sits down with the dynamic and multitalented Mohamed Karim — a true global force in entertainment. From humble beginnings in Cairo to starring alongside Nicolas Cage, Heather Graham, and Stephen Dorff in the upcoming Lionsgate Western Gunslingers (in theaters April 11, 2025), Karim’s journey is anything but ordinary.Mohamed shares the gripping story of how, at just 16 years old, he arrived in Los Angeles alone, speaking barely any English, and talked his way into El Segundo High School with the simple phrase, “Me attend school here?” That bold step launched...
2025-06-2939 minMy Fame, ExplainedE51: My Fame, Explained: Dennis Andres Talks Juliet and Romeo, Netflix Fame, and His Start in Martial ArtsActor and stuntman Dennis Andres joins My Fame, Explained to share his inspiring journey from martial arts champion and Canadian Armed Forces member to breakout Netflix star and now Lord Paris in the upcoming film Juliet and Romeo.You may know Dennis from his standout role as Ian Matthews on Workin’ Moms, or from Netflix's Feel the Beat—but in this exclusive interview, we go deeper. Dennis opens up about growing up in Berlin and Hamilton, how a football injury redirected his path, and how a school drama teacher helped him find his true call...
2025-06-151h 03My Fame, ExplainedE50: My Fame, Explained: Jorden Halvorsen on Bull Riding, Breaking Barriers & Building Her LegacyIn this adrenaline-fueled episode of My Fame, Explained, we're riding shotgun with Jorden Halvorsen—a four-time world champion bull rider, fearless trailblazer, and star of Freeform’s hit documentary series Not Her First Rodeo.Jorden opens up about her unexpected journey from English show jumping to dominating the bull riding world, the life-changing decision to ride her first bull at 17, and how that single moment launched her into becoming one of the most recognized female athletes in the sport today.We dive into her creation of The Elite Lady Bull Riders, a groundbreaking all-women's bull ridi...
2025-06-0624 minMy Fame, ExplainedE49: My Fame, Explained: From Arrow to Avowed: Elysia Rotaru's Multifaceted JourneyIn this captivating episode of My Fame Explained, we delve into the dynamic world of Elysia Rotaru—a versatile actress, acclaimed voice-over artist, and visionary producer. Elysia's journey is a testament to her unwavering passion for storytelling and her ability to seamlessly navigate multiple facets of the entertainment industry.From her early days in Vancouver, where she cultivated a love for performance through classical piano and theater, Elysia's artistic pursuits led her to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Simon Fraser University. Her on-screen presence has graced popular television series such as Arrow, Psych, Backstrom, and Tu...
2025-05-2058 min
Skip Nipper’s Nashville Baseball PodcastVols Owner Fay Murray Brings Larry Gilbert to NashvilleIn what I have often termed, “the greatest coup in the history of the Southern Association”, on November 8, 1938, Nashville club owner Fay Murray shocked baseball fans, Southern Association moguls, and everyone in between by announcing he had convinced Larry Gilbert, the New Orleans Pelicans veteran manager, to become the Nashville Vols manager, replacing Chuck Dressen.In this episode, I tell about the special bond between Murray and Gilbert, and the tragic end of the owner's life just as they were getting started.Want to stay in touch? Find me here:X: mrsulphurdellInst...
2025-05-1910 minMy Fame, ExplainedE48: My Fame, Explained: Omar Bailey on Keanu Reeves' Visionaries Series, Founding FCTRY LAb, and Revolutionizing the Sneaker IndustryIn this powerful episode of My Fame, Explained, we sit down with legendary footwear designer Omar Bailey, whose career spans decades and whose impact on the sneaker industry is nothing short of revolutionary. From sketching shoes at just 7 years old to leading innovation at Yeezy/Adidas, Omar’s journey is a testament to creativity, perseverance, and vision.Now at the helm of his own independent, Black-led footwear company, FCTRY LAb, based in Los Angeles, Omar is shaking up the industry. His company is disrupting the traditional footwear model by offering partners more ownership and dramatically accelerating the pr...
2025-04-2846 minMy Fame, ExplainedE47: My Fame, Explained: Sipping Smarter with Dana Spaulding, Founder of Wander + IvyEver opened a bottle of wine, had a glass, and then watched the rest go to waste? Dana Spaulding felt the same frustration—and decided to do something about it. In this episode of My Fame, Explained, we sit down with Dana, the founder of Wander + Ivy, a premium single-serve wine brand changing the way we sip.Dana shares the personal story that led her to create a beautifully packaged, elevated wine experience for those who love wine but don’t always want to commit to an entire bottle. We talk about the spark that started it all...
2025-04-0531 minMy Fame, ExplainedE46: My Fame, Explained: Luke Cook on Acting, Comedy, and His New CW ShowIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, we sit down with the wildly talented and charismatic Luke Cook. Known for his devilishly entertaining portrayal of Lucifer in Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Luke has made a name for himself in Hollywood with a mix of charm, humor, and undeniable talent. But his journey to fame is as fascinating as his performances.Luke’s latest project takes him into the world of crime and comedy. Starring as Detective Henry in the CW’s new show Good Cop Bad Cop, Luke plays one-half of a sibling detective duo trying...
2025-03-1125 minMy Fame, ExplainedE45: The Triple Crown of Swimming: Katie Pumphrey’s JourneyKatie Pumphrey is an American ultramarathon open water swimmer. Katie is a force in the water. On June 25, 2024, she made history as the first person to complete the Bay to Baltimore swim—a grueling 24-mile journey from the Chesapeake Bay Bridge to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. She is also one of the elite few to achieve the Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming, having conquered the English Channel, the Catalina Channel, and a 28.5-mile swim around Manhattan.A graduate of the Maryland Institute College of Art, her paintings, sculptures, and installations use abstraction and humor to examine how ou...
2025-02-1059 min
Christian Fellowship008 From Religion to Relationship w/ Gilbert PortilloChristianity is often viewed as a religion but is truly about a relationship with Christ. Join me and Gilbert Portillo, Worship ministry leader, Father, and talented bass player as we discuss how we went from knowing Christ to having a relationship with Christ and how Focusing on our "Why" has impacted our lives and ministry.
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2025-01-1750 minMy Fame, ExplainedE44: Dylan Sires – Director of the Documentary, "ChiefsAholic" on Amazon PrimeOn this episode of My Fame, Explained, Larry Gilbert sits down with Midwest-based filmmaker Dylan Sires, the creative mind behind the highly anticipated Amazon Prime Video documentary ChiefsAholic. The film delves into the jaw-dropping double life of Kansas City Chiefs superfan Xaviar Babudar, whose passionate fandom masked a secret career as a serial bank robber.
Dylan takes us behind the scenes of this gripping true-crime exploration, sharing how he captured Babudar’s arrest, legal journey, and personal story through firsthand interviews and meticulous investigation.
We also discuss Dylan’s creative journey as a filmmaker, composer, and...
2024-12-3113 minMy Fame, ExplainedE43: Ashlee Keating – From Broadway Starlet to Billboard Chart-TopperIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, Larry Gilbert chats with Billboard-charting pop sensation Ashlee Keating. From her Broadway debut at age six in The Sound of Music to her show-stopping pop hits like “YASSS” and “Nice N Naughty,” Ashlee’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. She opens up about her early career highlights, including starring as Annie at Philadelphia's Walnut Street Theater, competing on CBS' Star Search, and becoming a Radio Disney favorite.
Now a force in the music industry, Ashlee shares how her empowering lyrics and vibrant style have made her a beloved ally and activi...
2024-12-2017 minMy Fame, ExplainedE42: Jennifer Wigmore – Actress, Amazon Prime's 'CROSS'In this episode of My Fame, Explained, we dive into the vibrant career of Jennifer Wigmore, a multidisciplinary artist whose talents span acting, writing, and visual art. Born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta, Jennifer has left her mark on stages and screens across Canada and beyond.
Jennifer is currently captivating audiences as Chief of Police April Anderson in the highly anticipated James Patterson series Cross (Amazon Studios & Paramount Pictures). With an impressive list of credits, including Dream Scenario with Nicholas Cage, Malory Towers (CBBC), Y: The Last Man (FX), and Anne with an E (Netflix), her versatility...
2024-12-0135 min
Skip Nipper’s Nashville Baseball PodcastLarry Gilbert, Cleveland Indians Manager?There are many side stories with a Nashville baseball connection. In this episodes, learn about how Boston, Nashville, and Cleveland were connected by a major league team owner who had his eye on a successful minor league manager he wanted to become his manager.Had he achieved his objective, the Nashville Vols’ baseball trajectory might have not been one of Southern Association championships - nor would leadership have likely been of the same quality, either.Listen as I tell about Indians owner Alva Bradley and his desire to bring Larry Gilbert to Cleveland!Wa...
2024-11-0410 minMy Fame, ExplainedE41: Amber Reign Smith – Actress, Tyler Perry’s 'Beauty in Black' on NetflixIn this episode of My Fame, Explained, we’re thrilled to welcome the talented Amber Reign Smith, an actress who’s quickly becoming a name to watch in the entertainment industry. From captivating television performances to starring in big-screen films, Smith’s versatile range has already made a lasting impact on both viewers and critics alike. She has shown her acting chops in some of the most talked-about TV shows today. As a series regular in Tough Love: Atlanta, Smith has captured the hearts of fans with her authentic, dynamic portrayal of complex characters navigating love and life in the bu...
2024-10-2317 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastScott Alexander & Larry Karaszewski EncoreGGACP celebrates the 30th anniversary of the classic comedy-drama "Ed Wood" (released September 28, 1994) with this ENCORE of an interview with the film's screenwriters Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski. In this episode, Scott and Larry talk about the Ed Wood-Bela Lugosi relationship, the exuberance of Milos Forman, the bizarro cinema of Rudy Ray Moore and their Eddie Murphy vehicle, “Dolemite is My Name.” Also, Jim Carrey pranks Danny DeVito, Tim Burton befriends Vincent Price, Ray Walston “replaces” Peter Sellers and Scott and Larry remember the late, great Martin Landau. PLUS: Appreciating Robert Morse! The legacy of William Goldman! Mae West seduces 00...
2024-09-301h 46My Fame, ExplainedE40: Oliver Trevena - Hollywood Actor, EntrepreneurIn this episode Larry Gilbert sat down with the multi-talented actor Oliver Trevena, a name synonymous with success in Hollywood, philanthropy, and entrepreneurship. With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, Trevena has seamlessly navigated various roles from acclaimed TV host to award-winning actor, producer, and philanthropist.
Trevena’s journey in the spotlight began with his charismatic presence as a TV host for major shows like Young Hollywood and The Hollywood Reporter, where he interviewed some of the biggest names in entertainment. He’s also fronted red carpets for prestigious award shows, including The Grammys and The American Musi...
2024-09-1430 minMy Fame, ExplainedE39: Barry L. Levy - Screenwriter, ProducerGuest: Barry L. Levy - Creator, Showrunner, Executive Producer
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In this episode, we dive into the creative journey of Barry L. Levy, the mastermind behind Apple TV+'s latest original series, ME, premiering in July 2024. A seasoned screenwriter with a rich history in both film and television, Levy brings a wealth of experience and insight into the ever-evolving world of entertainment.
Levy’s impressive career includes a range of high-profile television projects. He served as Executive Producer for the Crackle series START UP and contributed his writing ta...
2024-08-2136 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry Kenney EncoreGGACP celebrates the birthday of actor, radio personality and voice artist Larry Kenney (Lion-O, Count Chocula, Sonny the Cuckoo Bird) with this ENCORE of a memorable interview from 2017. In this episode, Larry trots out his array of impressions (Richard Nixon, Paul Lynde, George S. Patton) and remembers some of the industry’s legendary voice talents, including Mel Blanc, Paul Frees, Bob McFadden, June Foray and Paul Winchell. Also, Larry hosts “Bowling for Dollars,” Don Imus clashes with Howard Stern, William Conrad cleans up the Old West and Peter Lorre tries to sound like...Peter Lorre. PLUS: Jerry the Bellybutton Elf! T...
2024-08-051h 27Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry Cohen EncoreGGACP celebrates the birthday (July 15) of one of Gilbert and Frank's favorite guests, legendary cult filmmaker Larry Cohen (“It’s Alive,” “The Stuff,” “Hell Up in Harlem”) with this ENCORE of a highly amusing interview from 2018. In this episode, Larry talks about his early days as a standup, his friendship with Alfred Hitchcock, the risks and rewards of “guerrilla moviemaking” and the documentary about his life and career, “King Cohen: The Wild World of Filmmaker Larry Cohen.” Also, Chuck Connors blows the whistle, Robert De Niro dons a yarmulke, Bette Davis stages a “comeback” and John Belushi babysits Broderick Crawford. PLUS: Revisiting...
2024-07-151h 24My Fame, ExplainedE38: Sophia Laurenzi, Writer & JournalistMeet Sophia Laurenzi, a dedicated journalist who covers health and policy, with a special focus on mental health and the criminal legal system. Sophia believes in the transformative power of words and humanity, and she is an ardent advocate for changing harmful systems into ones that are kinder, healthier, and more equitable for everyone.
Sophia's journey into journalism took a profound turn four months after her father’s suicide when she left her family in New Jersey to become an investigator on death row. At just 23, she was driven by a quest for answers—why do people make...
2024-07-1355 minMy Fame, ExplainedE37: Jim Keller, Singer-Songwriter of 80's band Tommy TutoneJoin us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Jim Keller, an icon of the American music scene whose illustrious career has spanned over four decades. From his roots as the co-founder, lead guitarist, and primary songwriter of the legendary rock band Tommy Tutone, to his pivotal role in working with music luminaries like Philip Glass and beyond.As the driving force behind Tommy Tutone, Keller left an indelible mark on the music world with hits like "867-5309/Jenny," co-written with former Clover frontman Alex Call, a song that would etch itself into the annals of pop...
2024-06-0737 min
The Larry Timko ShowWFLR Featured Artist-Brantley GilbertBrantley Gilbert headlines the Finger Lakes Country Music Festival this Saturday with Meghan Patrick, Jon Langston and Claudia Hoyser. I chat with Brantley about being a dad,the new album and pyrotechniques. Get tickets at www.fingerlakescountrymusicfestival.com and for more on Brantley, www.brantleygilbert.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-larry-timko-show--5677360/support.
2024-05-2914 minMy Fame, ExplainedE36: Larsen Jensen, Two-Time Olympic Medalist, former U.S. Navy Seal, and Venture CapitalistLarsen Jensen, the Founder and General Partner of Harpoon Ventures, is a pioneer in the world of venture capital, having co-founded one of Silicon Valley's first dual-use VC firms, now boasting over $300 million in assets under management. With a keen eye for innovation, Larsen has led numerous investments in defense tech, cybersecurity, AI, enterprise infrastructure, and frontier technology.
But Larsen's journey to success is as remarkable as it is multifaceted. Before venturing into the realm of venture capital, he carved out a legacy in the world of athletics, earning two Olympic medals in swimming (2004 and 2008) and setting...
2024-05-0652 minMy Fame, ExplainedE35: Delaney Harter, Violinist & ActorDelaney Harter is a highly skilled violinist renowned for her contributions to the scores of numerous hit films, such as "Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves," "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," and "Mozart in the Jungle," among others. Notably, she has showcased her talent in diverse platforms, starring in Olivia Rodrigo's music video "driving home 2 u" and featuring in a Cadillac commercial alongside Labrinth. Based in Los Angeles, her musical prowess has garnered her multiple prestigious awards, solidifying her status as a distinguished artist in the industry.
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2024-04-0236 min
515 : The Ultra PodcastS5E11 -- La Isla 520K Cozumel with Cesar GilbertSend us a textToday’s Ohana guest is all heart and one kidney. Race director of Ultra La Isla 520, Cesar Guilbert, is a live kidney donor who was inspired by team Hoyt to take on UltraMX 515 with his friend, Aarón Reza Lozoya, who is a person with quadriplegia. His story is one of living life in peace by recognizing balance and he tries to share this through La Tribu collective.We also talk about his race and some of the people that will be at...
2024-03-221h 13My Fame, ExplainedE34: Devo Harris, Producer, Tech Entrepreneur, and Grammy WinnerDevo Harris attended the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, where he graduated with a in degree in Economics and Strategic Management. Devo then earned an MBA degree from Columbia Business School. He signed his former college roommate, John Legend, to Kanye West’s GOOD Music label in 2003. Devo won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Song in 2006 for his production of "Diamonds from Sierra Leone" by Kanye West (his cousin). He then founded a tech company that developed an interactive video platform called Adventr.
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2024-03-0438 minMy Fame, ExplainedE33: Dr. Leonard Kleinrock, Computer Scientist and Internet PioneerDr. Leonard Kleinrock is a computer scientist who developed the mathematical theory behind packet switching. He sent the first message between two computers on a network that was a precursor of the Internet. His is a distinguished Professor of Computer Science at UCLA. He has published over 250 papers and authored six books.
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2024-02-061h 08My Fame, ExplainedE32: Helena Nicklin, Wine and Spirits Writer and Influencer, host of Amazon Prime's 'The Three Drinkers'Helena Nicklin is an award-winning, freelance, wine and spirits writer, broadcaster, wine consultant, drinks influencer and judge for various international wine and spirits awards. With twenty two years in the drinks industry, the London based writer's works have been published in newspapers and magazines and is a host of the global, drinks and food travel series, 'The Three Drinkers' on Amazon Prime, which she co-produced.
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2024-01-0134 min
Let's Keep Talking with Braxton GilbertRedefining LEADERSHIP with Larry Hagner | Embracing Soft Power and AccountabilityWhat does it mean to be a leader in today's world? Does it mean embodying the hard power persona, or does it revolve around the values of soft power - accountability and responsibility? We explore these thought-provoking questions in an insightful discussion with Larry Hagner from The Dad Edge. Larry shares his compelling views on leadership, bringing a fresh perspective on what it means to be a leader in both the workplace and within the family.Leadership isn't confined to the four walls of an office, it can extend to the family dinner table too. From setting...
2023-10-311h 04
Vermont ViewpointGreenway Institute, Bob Ney, Seven Days, Larry GilbertKevin Ellis starts the show talking with State Representative Rebecca Holcombe of the Greenway Institute, which is buying the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus in Montpelier. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. And then, Kevin talks with Larry Gilbert, who petitioned East Montpelier selectors to close County Road for four Sunday's starting this summer.
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Love ThatWould You Rather? Feat GilbertGilbert joins the duo to discuss life, love, and play an insane game of “Pick Your Poison”. It just keeps getting worse y’all! Let’s have some laughs, shots, and horrible choices!All the linkshttps://linktr.ee/larrythefairyFor exclusive video of the podcast and BTS, PLUS a free trial checkout:https://www.patreon.com/LarrythefairySupport the show
2023-06-1252 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastGGACP Classic: Scott Alexander and Larry KaraszewskiGGACP continues its support of striking film and television writers by revisiting this 2019 interview with Emmy-winning screenwriters Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski. In this episode, Scott and Larry talk about the 25th anniversary of "Ed Wood," the exuberance of Milos Forman, the bizarro cinema of Rudy Ray Moore and their Eddie Murphy vehicle, "Dolemite is My Name." Also, Jim Carrey pranks Danny DeVito, Tim Burton befriends Vincent Price, Ray Walston "replaces" Peter Sellers and Scott and Larry remember the late, great Martin Landau. PLUS: Appreciating Robert Morse! The legacy of William Goldman! Mae West seduces 007! The Marx Brothers meet...
2023-05-181h 46Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastGGACP Classic: Patreon Members Grill Gilbert and FrankGGACP celebrates the birthday (February 28th) of our late, GREAT co-host by revisiting this special Q & A episode from 2021, as Gilbert and Frank field questions from their loyal Patreon supporters on a wide (and fascinating!) variety of topics. In this episode, the boys discuss early gigs, career do-overs, elusive guests, forbidden TV shows, bad celebrity marriages and the “musicality” of comedy. Also: Vincent Price reads “Fifty Shades of Grey,” Nostradamus predicts fame for Henry Winkler, Gilbert narrates “The Rocky Horror Show” and Frank writes jokes for Larry “Bud” Melman. PLUS: Commander USA! Kentucky Fried Theater! Chico “Dice” Marx! “My Mother the Car”! “The F...
2023-03-021h 38My Fame, ExplainedE31: Christine Lakin, Actress, Director and ProducerListen: Apple Podcasts — Spotify — Everywhere Else
Christine Lakin began her acting career at a young age growing up in Atlanta, GA. She is best known for her role as Alicia "Al" Lambert on the 1990s ABC sitcom 'Step by Step.' Beyond acting, directing and producing, she performs voice-over work including the voice of Joyce Kinney on FOX's 'Family Guy.'
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2023-02-1029 min
Rando BanterRando Banter #21 with Larry and DuffOn this week's episode, Larry and Duff discuss some of the country music recommendations given to Larry and Megan as they requested on the New Year's Episode. Then the guys dive into Larry's comedy show booking days. Starting at the beginning, with a friendly roast, all the way to booking multiple legends on the same bill. Larry also shares a story of how he and his business partner, Justin, just miss out hosting a show with one of the biggest up and coming comedians working right now. Larry then details a few great stories of booking and hanging out...
2023-01-311h 02Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry Storch EncoreThe creative team, fans and followers of the Amazing Colossal Podcast celebrate what would have been the 100th (!) birthday (January 8, 1923) of the late, great actor-comedian Larry Storch with this ENCORE of an interview conducted in Larry's New York City home in the spring of 2014. In this much-loved episode, Larry talks about his days in burlesque and (mob-owned) nightclubs, his gift for accents and dialects, his decades-long friendships with Don Adams and Tony Curtis and his memories of everyone from Lucille Ball to Jackie Gleason to Buddy Hackett to Orson Welles. PLUS: John Barrymore! "Tennessee Tuxedo"! Louis Prima inspires the...
2023-01-0958 minMy Fame, ExplainedE30: Robert Powells, Founder of The Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy ShopsKnown as the largest candy and soda shop franchise in America, Robert Powells, along with his business partner Ryan Morgan, founded The Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shops. Though Powells has since sold his interests in the brand, there'w now over 100 locations in the U.S. and Canada. In 2015, he was featured on an episode of CBS's Undercover Boss. He has written a book titled, The Story of Rocket Fizz, America's Largest Soda Pop and Candy Shop Franchising Company.
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2022-12-0554 min
Skip Nipper’s Nashville Baseball PodcastLarry Gilbert's Tenure in NashvilleLarry Gilbert was a native of New Orleans. He played two seasons in the major leagues with the Boston Braves, including the famous 1914 “Miracle Braves” pennant-winning team, before returning to his hometown to play for the Pelicans.He also managed the club to four Southern Association championships and Dixie Series titles before becoming manager and part-owner of the Nashville Vols in 1939.Hear about the events leading up to Gilbert coming to Nashville, about his relationship with local sportswriter Fred Russell, and how he endeared himself to his players and fans!Want to stay in tou...
2022-12-0519 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastGGACP Classic: Larry CharlesGGACP celebrates the birthday (December 1st) of writer-director Larry Charles (“Borat,” “Seinfeld,” “Curb Your Enthusiasm”) with this ENCORE of an interview from 2019. In this episode, Larry joins the boys for an engrossing conversation about humor as a survival tactic, the hazards of guerrilla filmmaking, the persuasive powers of Sacha Baron Cohen and the Netflix show, “Larry Charles’ Dangerous World of Comedy.” Also, Mel Brooks sends up Bill Cullen, Jerry Lewis inspires Bob Dylan, Gilbert guest stars on “Mad About You” and Larry remembers the late, great Bob Einstein. PLUS: “Lancelot Link, Secret Chimp”! The Zen of Jack Nicholson! The influence of Jackie Mason...
2022-12-011h 43My Fame, ExplainedE29: Robert Metcalfe, Ethernet Inventor, Engineer and EntrepreneurStarting in the 1970s Robert Metcalfe co-invented Ethernet, 3Com, his multibillion-dollar networking company, now part of Hewlett-Packard. He formulated Metcalfe's law, which describes the effect of a telecommunications network. Most recently he is a retired Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at The University of Texas at Austin. He holds degrees from MIT and Harvard, including his PhD in Computer Science.
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2022-10-0432 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry Cohen EncoreGGACP marks the 40th anniversary of the cult sci-fi/horror film "Q: The Winged Serpent" (released October 8, 1982) with an encore of this frequently hilarious 2018 interview with maverick filmmaker Larry Cohen (“It’s Alive,” “The Stuff,” “Hell Up in Harlem”). In this episode, Larry talks about his early days as a standup comic, his friendship with Alfred Hitchcock, the risks and rewards of “guerrilla moviemaking” and the documentary about his life and career, “King Cohen: The Wild World of Filmmaker Larry Cohen.” Also, Chuck Connors blows the whistle, Robert De Niro dons a yarmulke, Bette Davis stages a “comeback” and John Belushi babysits Brode...
2022-10-031h 24The Larry Timko ShowWFLR Featured Artist-Brantley GilbertBrantley Gilbert joins the showBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-larry-timko-show--5677360/support.
2022-09-3010 minMy Fame, ExplainedE28: Maja Kuczyńska, Skydiving Champion & Red Bull AthleteMaja Kuczyńska, 22, was introduced to skydiving by her father when she was 10 years-old during a tandem jump with him. Five years later should would go on to become the junior champion in freestyle at the FAI competition in Prague. Participating in both outdoor and indoor tunnel skydiving as a Red Bull athlete, she has amazed a following of over a million on TikTok and 400k on Instagram posting her jump videos. She has lived in many cities around the world including Munich, Paris and Prague. She currently lives in Wroclaw and trains alternately in Wroclaw and Warsaw, Poland w...
2022-09-0525 min
My Fame, ExplainedE27: Jon Gabrus, Comedian and ActorJon Gabrus is an actor and comedian, best known for his work on MTV's Guy Code. He's had roles in TV Land's 'Younger,' 'Brooklyn Nine-Nine,' and 'Bones.' His podcast credits include, 'High & Mighty Podcast,' 'Raised By TV' and 'Action Boyz.' His latest show, '101 Places to Party Before You Die' comes to truTV on July 14, 2022.
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2022-06-2053 min
A Tip From GilbertA Tip From Gilbert Episode 43 Special Guest_ Larry PayneA Tip From Gilbert! Talk, inspirational and Prayer. (We don't own te right for the music)Listen to our show on Spotify - Apple Podcast - RSS - Podomatic - iHeartRadio - Amazon Music and Audible - Google Podcast - Facebook LIVE and YouTube!LIVE Every Monday from 11:00am to 11:45am CT on Facebook LiveCall In 832-570-8075 KWWJ 1360 AM and 96.9 FM and simulcasting on The Legendary KYOK in Houston, TexasEmail: atipfromgilbert@gmail.com https://atipfromgilbert.comA Tip From Gilbert Episode 41 Special Guest_ Larry Payne
2022-05-301h 00Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastGGACP Classic: Phil RosenthalAs Jewish Heritage Month draws to a close, GGACP revisits this memorable interview with Emmy-winning comedy writer, showbiz historian, foodie and raconteur Phil Rosenthal. In this episode, Phil chats about New York-style pizza, “non-ethnic” character actors, the cinema of Stanley Kubrick and the emotional resonance of “The Honeymooners.” Also, Will Ferrell works the men’s room, Peter Boyle turns down “The French Connection,” Brad Garrett salutes The Merchant of Venom and Phil breaks bread with Steve Martin and Carl Reiner. PLUS: Larry Gelbart! Nick Apollo Forte! The brilliance of “Ratatouille”! The timelessness of “Tootsie”! Loving Walter Matthau! Gilbert hangs at Larry David’s place! A...
2022-05-261h 42My Fame, ExplainedE26: Chris Ume, Creator of Deepfake Tom Cruise on TikTokChris Ume is a video visual effects specialist from Belgium with experience in social media, entertainment and business. He is probably best known as the creator of the parody deepfake Tom Cruise account on TikTok. The account went viral when it launched in 2021 and has amassed nearly 3.5 million followers as of early 2022. Beyond the social media account, Chris is the co-founder of Metaphysic.ai and Every Anyone.
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2022-05-0757 minMy Fame, ExplainedE25: Ansley Gordon, Actress & WriterFresh off the set of Ansley Gordon's latest film, "Love on the Reef," in which she wrote and stars is as Dr. Isla Waters, she took time to join us for this episode. In February 2022, Ansley wrapped the starring role in another TV RomCom "Lean Into Love," which is set for a Spring 2023 release.
In December 2021, she filmed another title she penned, "A Single's Guidebook to Love" which is set to come out this fall.
Along with her work in romantic TV movies, she has worked on a number of network comedies including FX’s "Be...
2022-04-0447 min
My Fame, ExplainedE24: Imogen Crimp, AuthorImogen Crimp studied English at Cambridge, followed by an MA in contemporary literature from University College London, where she specialized in female modernist writers. After university, she briefly studied singing at a London conservatory. She lives in London.
Her debut novel, 'A Very Nice Girl' was released in early 2022.
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2022-03-1129 minMy Fame, ExplainedE23: Chris Morris, Master Distiller of Woodford Reserve DistilleryChris Morris is only the second Master Distiller at the Woodford Reserve Distillery. He had an important role in the development of the Woodford Reserve launch in 1996. The whiskey is one of the world’s fastest growing bourbons.
He's the mastermind behind Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, Rye, and Master’s Collection.
Chris began his career in the spirits industry in 1976 as a trainee in Brown-Forman’s central lab. In 1997, he found himself as an understudy to Lincoln Henderson, Woodford Reserve’s Inaugural Master Distiller, who in 2003 Chris succeeded. In the years that followed, Chris was responsi...
2022-02-0834 minMy Fame, ExplainedE22: Natalie Rose, TikTok InfluencerNatalie Rose is a professional Tiktok content creator, who became a viral sensation after posting a dance video in a hospital where someone commented on the clip, ”remember when you are a nurse you are supposed to be taking care of people instead of making a Tiktok,” and she replied to the person saying she is not a nurse.
Her actual job has never been revealed, which led her followers to attempt to guess her profession as she crisscrosses the country dressing up and acting the part in the many roles that come from those comments.
Her...
2022-01-0335 minMy Fame, ExplainedE21: DC Glenn, a.k.a. DC The Brain Supreme of Tag TeamRecently featured in the fun auto insurance commercial for GEICO, the 90s classic duo Tag Team is back. Bursting onto the scene with their hit “Whoomp! (There It Is) in 1992, the track quickly climbed to #1 on the Billboard Hot R&B charts in just 14 days. The song has been showcased in national ad campaigns, Hollywood films and television series
Tag Team pioneers DC The Brain Supreme and Steve Rolln stay dedicated to entertaining fans and delivering an old-school hip-hop blowout to hotspots around the world. Audiences for Tag Team events vary in age from the very young to...
2021-11-0139 minMy Fame, ExplainedE20: Marty Cooper, "The Father of the Portable Cell Phone"Martin (Marty) Cooper, born in 1928, is a pioneer in the wireless industry, an inventor, entrepreneur, executive, and author. His essays and articles have been widely published. He is the author of Cutting the Chord. He believed the cellular phone should be a "an extension of its owner; that a telephone number represented that owner, not a place, not a desk, not a home, but a person."
Cooper conceived of the portable cellular phone and led the team at Motorola that created the first phone in 1973. He made the first public cell phone call on April 3,1973. He contributed...
2021-10-0437 minMy Fame, ExplainedE19: Dr. Helen Fisher, The Science Behind Romantic LoveDr. Helen Fisher, Biological Anthropologist, is Senior Research Fellow at The Kinsey Institute and Chief Science Advisor to Match.com. She uses brain scanning (fMRI) to study the neural systems associated with the sex drive, romantic love, attachment, rejection, love addiction and long-term partnership happiness.
She has written six books on lust, romance and attachment now sold in 25 countries— among them: Why We Love; Why Him, Why Her?; and Anatomy of Love (2nd Ed).
She also studies courtship trends in the digital age, using a representative sample of 50,000 single Americans to examine hooking up, friends wi...
2021-09-061h 01
The Larry Timko Show on WFLRWFLR Featured Artist Brantley GilbertBrantley Gilbert has a show up at Tags in Big Flats, Brantley calls in and discusses collaborations & more. www.brantleygilbert.com
2021-09-0310 minGilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastBilly West Returns EncoreIn this ENCORE presentation of a classic GGACP episode, Gilbert and Frank talk to comedian, voice actor and fan favorite Billy West about bad sight gags, one-joke comedians, post-stroke Stooges, the legend of "Grandpa" Al Lewis, the genius of June Foray and Frank Welker and the magnificence of the Buddy Rich and Paul Anka rants. Also, Larry Fine plays Stanley Kowalski, Lou Jacobi inspires Dr. Zoidberg, Jay Leno messes with James Mason's head and Jerry Lewis meets SpongeBob SquarePants. PLUS: The Mad Russian! Peg Leg Bates! Dueling Peter Lorres! Ren & Stimpy turn 30! The brilliance of Larry Storch! And the...
2021-08-161h 49Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastPatreon Members Grill Gilbert & FrankGilbert and Frank fly solo and field questions from their loyal Patreon supporters on a wide (and fascinating) variety of topics, including early gigs, career do-overs, elusive guests, forbidden TV shows, bad celebrity marriages and the "musicality" of comedy. Also in this episode: Vincent Price reads "Fifty Shades of Grey," Nostradamus predicts fame for Henry Winkler, Gilbert narrates “The Rocky Horror Show” and Frank writes jokes for Larry "Bud" Melman. PLUS: Commander USA! Kentucky Fried Theater! Chico "Dice" Marx! "My Mother the Car”! “The Frances Bavier Story"! And Gilbert and Frank get a shout-out from Michael Corleone! (Thank...
2021-08-021h 39My Fame, ExplainedE18: Tom Bancroft, Veteran Disney AnimatorVeteran Disney animator Tom Bancroft (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” “Pocahontas,” “Mulan, ” “Mary Poppins Returns”) and founder of Pencilish Animation Studios, the world’s first, brand new crowd-owned animation studio - where fans become the owners -- created by a team of legendary alumni from Disney, Nickelodeon and DreamWorks.
Bancroft, having animated on a number of top box office hits, has created characters in some of the most popular and profitable animated features of all time.
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2021-07-0230 min
Mindshare MattersLarry Gilbert: a Titanic decision #002In this episode of Mindshare Matters with host Bassam Salem, we welcome Event Network Founder and CEO Larry Gilbert. Larry’s path to entrepreneurship was not a straight one. It involved a degree of chance, a lot of gumption, and incredible fortitude. It even includes a direct connection to the blockbuster movie Titanic. His entrepreneurial story was meaningfully impacted by the events of 9/11 and, more recently, with the pandemic of 2020.
We are confident his story will not only inspire you, but will leave you motivated to tackle whatever obstacles comes your way.
2021-05-2044 minMy Fame, ExplainedE17: Jarom Sidwell, Hollywood visual effects veteranJarom Sidwell is a Hollywood visual effects veteran known for his work on blockbuster films such as The Avengers, Avatar, The Hobbit, The Adventures of TinTin, Man of Steel and Transformers, among others. The highlight of his career though was being an especially ugly Gundabad Orc in The Hobbit: Battle of Five Armies.
Jarom created Immersive History, a software company focused on bringing the past to life through immersive storytelling and gaming using Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mobile Apps. Immersive not only focuses on wholesome games for families but has also created immersive,
education-focused training...
2021-04-0637 minMy Fame, ExplainedE16: Keith Villa, Creator of Blue Moon Belgian White beer and founder of CERIA Brewing CompanyAfter earning his Ph.D. in brewing from the University of Brussels in Belgium, an honor only a handful of brewers have achieved, Keith Villa came back stateside with the idea of crafting beers inspired by Belgian styles, but with a twist. His first interpretation turned out to be one of Coors Brewing Company's most popular beers, Blue Moon Belgian White and in 1995, the Blue Moon Brewing Company was created. In 2018, Keith retired from MillerCoors to launch CERIA Brewing Company, dedicated to brewing the finest non-alcoholic beers, including a product line infused with cannabis.
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2021-03-0151 min
Listen to Best Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, True CrimeThe Princess Spy: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones by Larry LoftisPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/442948 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Princess Spy: The True Story of World War II Spy Aline Griffith, Countess of Romanones Author: Larry Loftis Narrator: Kate Reading Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 46 minutes Release date: February 9, 2021 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.18 of Total 17 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: True Crime Publisher's Summary: INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, WALL STREET JOURNAL, AND USA TODAY BESTSELLER “As exciting as any spy novel” (Daily News, New York), The Princess Spy follows the hidden history of an ordinary American girl who became one of the OSS’s most daring...
2021-02-0903 minMy Fame, ExplainedE15: Phil Rosenthal, Creator of CBS's "Everybody Loves Raymond" & Host of Netflix's "Somebody Feed Phil"Phil Rosenthal is the creator and executive producer of the hit CBS comedy, “Everybody Loves Raymond.
Phil's hit Netflix award winning food and travel show, “Somebody Feed Phil” is Netflix’s 5th most watched unscripted series. The show was also just named TV Guide’s “Top 25 Best TV Shows of 2020.
"Somebody Feed Phil” has garnered two Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program and Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music. The show also won a 2020 Critics Choice Real TV Award for Best Travel/Adventure Series.
You can order Phil's book (as mentioned in the podcast): "Yo...
2021-02-011h 00
On Jase de Pêche avec Lapi et Mario Pêche11 - On Jase de Pêche - Larry Larivière et Francis AudetLapi et Mario Pêche jase avec 2 très bons pêcheurs de l’Abitibi, Larry Larivière et Francis Audet. Ils parlent de tournoi de doré, de pêche sur glace, de brochet monstre qui peut rendre ‘’Famous’’, d’anecdote vraiment drôle et de leurs coins de pays.
2021-01-262h 23My Fame, ExplainedE14: Frank Musker, Legendary SongwriterFrank Musker is one of the most internationally successful and established British songwriter/lyricists in music. His musical versatility has allowed him to collaborate with some of the world’s most important artists which include: Queen, Air Supply, Gypsy Kings, Chaka Khan, Eric Clapton, Carly Simon, John Denver, Roger Daltry, and more. Some of the songs he is credited with writing includes Queen's "Too Much Love Will Kill You" and Air Supply's "Every Woman in the World."
In 1989, Frank, along with other four other singer, songwriters and musicians formed the band World Goes Round, who got to reco...
2021-01-0457 minMy Fame, ExplainedE13: Lauren Swickard, Actress, Writer and ProducerActress, writer and producer Lauren Swickard has quickly established herself as a powerful woman in film, Lauren has written and sold multiple original screenplays throughout her short but impressive professional career. Most recently, she created, wrote, produced and starred in “A California Christmas," starring opposite her real-life husband and “General Hospital” star Josh Swickard. The film will be released on Netflix December 14, 2020.
A Cincinnati native, Lauren excelled in the arts at a young age and her artistic talent stems from her early years in musical theatre and pre-professional ballet. Having attended the prestigious School of American Ballet and E.W...
2020-12-0728 minMy Fame, ExplainedE12: Gabbie Hanna, YouTube Influencer, New York Times Bestselling AuthorGabbie Hanna is the Billboard-charting musical artist and New York Times best-selling author & illustrator of “Adultolescence.” Starting as a web based creator, she amassed over 20 million followers across her social media platforms as she focused on growing as an author and artist. A native of a small town in Pennsylvania and University of Pittsburgh graduate, Gabbie shocked her loved ones when she drove cross-country to pursue her dreams in Los Angeles where she currently resides. She has since crossed over 250 million music streams and 1 billion views on her YouTube channel. Her latest EP “Bad Karma” released in 2020, and Gabbie launches...
2020-11-0222 minMy Fame, ExplainedE11: Nik Wallenda, "King of the Highwire"With 11 Guiness World Records and a list of never before seen death defying feats, Nik Wallenda has written his name in history as truly the “King of the High Wire”. Nik has performed live in every state in the USA and all over the world. He has garnered the support from tens of millions of live viewers in network television specials on ABC, The Discovery Channel and others. From crossing the Grand Canyon and Niagra Falls to walking blindfolded between two towers in Chicago, Nik personifies the Wallenda Family legacy of “Never Giving Up” and has time and time again prove...
2020-10-0520 minMy Fame, ExplainedE10: 'Air Supply' guitarist and songwriter Graham RussellRussell Hitchcock and Graham Russell met in Sydney, Australia on May 12, 1975 while performing in the musical Jesus Christ Superstar.
After the evening performance of Jesus Christ Superstar, they would play in Coffee Bars, Pizza Parlors, and anywhere they could to hone their vocal skills and harmonies.
“Lost in Love” was released in Australia in 1978 and again soared to the top of the charts. It found its way to Clive Davis, founder, and president of Arista Records, who immediately offered Air Supply a record deal.
The song was released in 1980 and became the fastest-selling in t...
2020-09-0826 minMy Fame, ExplainedE9: Adrienne Bankert, ABC News Correspondent & AuthorAdrienne Bankert is a correspondent for ABC News, Good Morning America, World News Tonight, and Nightline. She reported live from Chiang Rai, Thailand, during the rescue of thirteen boys and their soccer coach as the world watched the historic rescue. She traveled to London to cover the Royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and was the first network journalist to report live from the scene when several police officers were massacred in Dallas, Texas in 2016. Her compelling interviews from guests that range from wounded warriors to celebrities including Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper, Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and...
2020-08-0431 minMy Fame, ExplainedE8: Randy Bresnik, NASA AstronautRandy “Komrade” Bresnik was selected as an astronaut in 2004. He was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Marine Corps in May 1989. During his military career, he became an F/A-18 Test Pilot and was eventually deployed to Kuwait to fly combat missions in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. A veteran of STS-129 on Space Shuttle Atlantis in 2009, he has also trained as a Cave-a-naut with the European Space Agency to test living deep beneath the Earth’s surface as well as an Aquanaut for NASA’s Extreme Environment Mission Operation (NEEMO) 19. In 2017, Bresnik served as the Commande...
2020-07-0633 minMy Fame, ExplainedE7: Susan Bennett, the original voice of Apple's "Siri"Susan Bennett is a voice-over artist who first started as a backup singer Roy Roy Orbison and Burt Bacharach. Some of her voice-over work for large companies include Delta Airlines, Discovery Channel, Coca-Cola, Warner Bros., Paramount, Walt Disney and more. She is best known for being the original voice of Apple's "Siri" since the service was introduced in 2011.
It wasn't until 2013 when Bennett revealed to the world that she, indeed, is the real human voice behind Siri.
For more information on Susan you can visit her website at SusanCBennett.com, follow her on Facebook and Twitter...
2020-06-0120 minMy Fame, ExplainedE6: Bill Gibson, drummer for Huey Lewis and the NewsBill Gibson was born in Northern California and began playing music at 7-years-old. When he turned 12, his father, gave him his first pair of drumsticks and took him to see all the great big band jazz artists of the day. It was during that time period of his life when he became obsessed with the drums.
By age 18, Gibson formed the band Sound Hole. Sound Hole would eventually disbanded in 1976 and Bill started to play with legendary San Francisco bassist Jack Casady, Nick Buck, and Brian Marnell in a punk band called SVT.
In 1977, Huey L...
2020-05-0420 minMy Fame, ExplainedE5: Morgan Wright, NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior'Morgan "Moose" Wright has competed on NBC's 'American Ninja Warrior' four times. He is also an award-winning elementary school physical education teacher and a decorated U.S. Army Veteran of Operation Enduring Freedom where he served as an Officer in Afghanistan.
So how did he go from elementary school teacher in Florida to four-time ninja on national TV? Morgan, or "Moose" as he likes to be called explains.
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2020-04-0633 minMy Fame, ExplainedE4: Dave's Killer Bread founder, Dave DahlDave Dahl was born in Oregon and at the age of nine started working in his father's bakery; But that didn't last long as he would get caught up in a life of drugs and crime in his teen years that would follow him throughout much of his life. He would spend 15 years in prison for various crimes such as drugs and burglary.
It was in the mid-2000s that he would return to the family bakery and create an organic, crusty bread with whole grains and seeds that would be become hit — first at local farmers ma...
2020-03-0235 minMy Fame, ExplainedE3: Former World Heavyweight Boxing Champion, James "Buster" DouglasJames "Buster" Douglas is a former professional boxer from Columbus, Ohio who competed between 1981 and 1999. He is best known for his ten round battle with Mike Tyson on February 11, 1990, in Tokyo, Japan. Douglas shocked the world by knocking out Tyson to become the undisputed World Heavyweight Boxing Champion.
He would go on to become a boxing legend — complete with appearing on television, a movie and the cover of a video game.
In 2020, he celebrated the 30th Anniversary of the historic fight.
See more on James "Buster" Douglas: http://www.buckeyebusterdouglas.com
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2020-02-1512 minMy Fame, ExplainedE2: State Farm 'She Shed' Commercial actress, Nicole J. ButlerActress Nicole J. Butler, the star of the State Farm ' She Shed' commercial, was born in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles after college to pursue her dreams of acting.
It was countless small parts in TV shows such as 'The Big Bang Theory,' 'Mike and Molly,' 'NCIS' and many more — coupled with commercials for such national brands as Progressive Insurance, Gain laundry detergent, Pizza Hut, Walmart, and Target that moved her career from part-time to full time actress. Ultimately it was that State Farm commercial that went viral that sent her from “commercial actre...
2020-02-0918 minMy Fame, ExplainedE1: Dippin' Dots inventor, Curt JonesOver 30 years ago, microbiologist Curt Jones transformed the way we eat ice cream. Jones combined liquid nitrogen and ice cream in his kitchen eventually coming up with what we know today as Dippin' Dots ice cream.
His first store opened in 1988 in Lexington, Kentucky and would go on to become a worldwide success with locations at fairs, festivals and major theme parks around the U.S., including 14 counties.
The journey to his fame hit some major — and minor —bumps along the way.
Find out how we enjoy today what's know as Dippin' Dots and h...
2020-01-2630 min
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastScott Alexander and Larry KaraszewskiScreenwriters and producers Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski return to the podcast to talk about (among other topics) the 25th anniversary of "Ed Wood," the exuberance of Milos Forman, the bizarro cinema of Rudy Ray Moore and their new Eddie Murphy vehicle, "Dolemite is My Name." Also, Jim Carrey pranks Danny DeVito, Tim Burton befriends Vincent Price, Ray Walston "replaces" Peter Sellers and Scott and Larry remember the late, great Martin Landau. PLUS: Appreciating Robert Morse! The legacy of William Goldman! Mae West seduces 007! The Marx Brothers meet the Master of Disaster! And Scott and Larry pick their favorite big-screen biopic...
2019-11-041h 45
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry “Ratso” SlomanGilbert and Frank are joined by author, journalist and songwriter (and Gilbert's old pal) Larry "Ratso" Sloman for a conversation about the Jewishness of Elvis Presley, the glory days of "Rolling Stone," the mysterious death of Harry Houdini and the new Martin Scorsese documentary, "Rolling Thunder: A Bob Dylan Story." Also, Al Lewis takes the stand, Joni Mitchell takes umbrage, Floyd the barber meets Robert Zimmerman and Ratso recalls adventures with Joan Baez, Leonard Cohen, George Harrison and Al Goldstein. PLUS: Gogi Grant! "Renaldo and Clara"! "Fred Mertz' Night Out"! Ratso samples Bela Lugosi! And Gilbert stars in "National Lampoon's" Fot...
2019-08-191h 48
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry CharlesWriter-director Larry Charles ("Borat," "Seinfeld," "Curb Your Enthusiasm") joins Gilbert and Frank for an engrossing discussion on a wide range of topics, including humor as a survival tactic, the hazards of guerrilla filmmaking, the persuasive powers of Sacha Baron Cohen and the new Netflix show, "Larry Charles' Dangerous World of Comedy." Also, Mel Brooks sends up Bill Cullen, Jerry Lewis inspires Bob Dylan, Gilbert guest stars on "Mad About You" and Larry remembers the late, great Bob Einstein. PLUS: "Lancelot Link, Secret Chimp"! The Zen of Jack Nicholson! The influence of Jackie Mason! Larry hangs with Huntz Hall! And the "Seinf...
2019-02-111h 42
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry CohenGilbert and Frank welcome (finally!) oft-discussed maverick filmmaker Larry Cohen ("It's Alive," "The Stuff," "Hell Up in Harlem"), who talks about his early days as a standup comic, his friendship with Alfred Hitchcock, the risks and rewards of "guerrilla moviemaking" and the new documentary about his life and career, "King Cohen: The Wild World of Filmmaker Larry Cohen." Also, Chuck Connors blows the whistle, Robert De Niro dons a yarmulke, Bette Davis stages a "comeback" and John Belushi babysits Broderick Crawford. PLUS: "Q, the Winged Serpent"! Revisiting "Coronet Blue"! John Wayne tosses out the script! The Coen Brothers pay "tribute" t...
2018-01-011h 25
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLarry KenneyRadio personality, actor and voice artist Larry Kenney (Lion-O, Sonny the Cuckoo Bird) stops by the studio to trot out his array of impressions (Richard Nixon, Paul Lynde, George S. Patton, et al.) and to talk about some of the industry's legendary voice talents, including Mel Blanc, Paul Frees, Bob McFadden, June Foray and Paul Winchell. Also, Larry hosts "Bowling for Dollars," Don Imus clashes with Howard Stern, Peter Lorre tries to sound like Peter Lorre and William Conrad cleans up the Old West. PLUS: Jerry the Bellybutton Elf! Vaughn Meader returns! "The Great American Dream Machine"! Lauren Bacall praises Larry...
2017-08-071h 26
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2017-03-301h 17
AcquiredEpisode 20: AndroidBen & David examine Google’s 2005 purchase of Android for a rumored $50M, undeniably one of the best technology acquisitions of all time. But will it top the list of these tough graders? Tune in to find out. Sponsors:Rippling: https://bit.ly/acquiredripplingStatsig: https://bit.ly/acquiredstatsig25Odd Lots: https://bit.ly/acquiredoddlotsServiceNow: https://bit.ly/acquiredsn More Acquired!Get email updates with hints on next episode and follow-ups from recent episodesJoin the SlackSubscribe to ACQ2Merch Store!© Copyright 2015-2025 ACQ, L...
2016-09-161h 22
AcquiredAcquired Episode 17: WazeTopics covered include: Community Showcase: the Nexcast podcasting platform from listener Brian Sanders, along with their podcast chronicling the team’s journey building the company Waze’s origin in cofounder & CTO Ehud Shabtai’s desire to hack his portable GPS navigation unitWaze CEO Noam Bardin’s retrospective blog post on the Waze journey Waze’s Palo Alto office and the bizarre Silicon Valley phenomenon of tech companies being located in retail storefronts Apple’s ill-fated launch of Apple Maps as part of iOS 6 at WWDC 2012, Apple’s subsequent apology letter, and Scott Forstall’s ultimate ouster from the company The climax of th...
2016-08-041h 08
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastDonny MostRalph Malph himself, actor and singer Donny Most talks to Gilbert and Frank about his memories of working alongside TV icons Garry Marshall, Henry Winkler and Tom Bosley, his brush with John Lennon, his appreciation of Abbott & Costello (and Sid Fields) and his love of the Great American Songbook. Also, Donny meets Sammy Davis Jr., bends the elbow with Pat Morita, attempts to mount a Bobby Darin movie and sheds light on "jumping the shark." PLUS: Praising Jack Warden! Eli Wallach goes to school! Richie and Ralph play Huck and Tom! Larry Parks meets...Larry Parks! And Gottfried sings...
2016-05-231h 14
Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal PodcastLaraine NewmanTo mark the 40th anniversary of the debut of "Saturday Night Live" (October 11, 1975) Gilbert and Frank dial up original cast member Laraine Newman, who reflects on her four-plus decades in comedy and shares recollections of working with everyone from Richard Pryor to Karen Black to the legendary Christoper Lee. Also, Laraine studies mime with Marcel Marceau, befriends Dudley Moore, improvises with Pat Morita and recalls SNL's infamous "Uncle Roy" sketches. PLUS: Jack Soo! "Invaders from Mars"! Louise Lasser locks herself in her dressing room! Gilbert channels Jackie Vernon! And Uncle Miltie's schlong helps win the war!
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