Fri, 1 February 2019
Our political analyst, Michael Shure, correctly anticipated the way the government shutdown would end and now he's back with his take on the politics of the shutdown and what may follow. Michael also talks about the Roger Stone indictment. Then, Director Stan Zimmerman on his new show and new take on a classic play, THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. J. Elvis Weinstein joins Mark Thompson for the conversation with Stan Zimmerman. Finally, Mark talks with Ryan Wegner, founder of the new app, AUDM. AUDM presents long form articles from leading publications read aloud by leading audio narrators. Mark has the app and wanted to know the birthing process and what goes in to making it tick. Tickets for THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK are on brownpapertickets.com AUDM is available in the AppleStore You can reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-04:10 Mark welcome and intro 4:10-21:45 Political analyst, Michael Shure 21:45-35:10 Director, Stan Zimmerman, on The Diary of Anne Frank 35:10-52:00 Ryan Wegner, Founder of AUDM |
Tue, 22 January 2019
We Talk to a Super Scientist, Oceanographer and Climate Expert..First, Politics From the Road with Michael Shure and Journalist Brooke Thomas
Oceanographer and expert on climate change, Jim Massa, joins us from his research center in Alaska. First, Michael Shure checks in from the road on politics, the government shutdown and the death of an Animal House cast member. Then, TYT contributor and frequent Steve Harvey Show guest, Brooke Thomas, shares her personal story of coming to Hollywood from Oklahoma via North Dakota and Texas. Reach us at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-3:00 Mark Intro 3:15-18:51 Michael Shure on politics and more 19:00-45:00 Brooke Thomas talks race and Steve Harvey 45:10-1:08:15 Super Scientific Researcher, Oceanographer Jim Massa |
Wed, 2 January 2019
Movie, TV and music critic, Michael Snyder takes us on a ride through his best-of list for the just concluded year, 2018 and serves up a couple of hidden gems you won't see on anyone else's lists. 00-1:45 Mark intro 1:45-40:00 Film Critic Michael Snyder Reach the show at : edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com |
Fri, 21 December 2018
With his aggressive comedy style and political incorrectness, Bobby Slayton has been called his generation's Don Rickles. Bobby continues his tradition of stopping into the show at the holidays. He's joined by iHeart Radio's Lisa Foxx sitting in with Mark Thompson while J. Elvis shoots a movie. The show begins with political analyst, Michael Shure, and a fresh take on Michael Flynn's dealings with the judge in his case, a look at political and private interests vs the public good and, finally, some thoughts on Penny Marshall. 00-03:40 Mark welcome and intro 03:45-21:25 Michael Shure on Politics and more 21:30- 1:15:00 Comedian Bobby Slayton Reach the show at : edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com |
Sun, 16 December 2018
Jane Velez-Mitchell is a long time journalist and social media advocate for animals. Jane speaks openly about everything from kicking alcohol to embracing her sexuality. Michael Shure kicks the show off with talk of what's happening at the White House and the Nancy Pelosi/Chuck Schumer meeting with Donald Trump. 00-03:32 Mark welcomes and reads mail 03:32-27:02 Michael Shure: Politics, an Indian Wedding and a Spanish teacher 27:10- 1:17:30 Jane Velez-Mitchell Reach the show at : edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com
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Sun, 11 November 2018
Georgia's elections are so compromised and vulnerable that it would be ridiculous and funny if it weren't so critical to representing the people's voice in the voting process. While a recount goes on in Ga. we talk to Jordan Wilkie who was part of the team that broke the story of how broken the Georgia election really is. His stories can be found at the website http://whowhatwhy.org Then, director, writer and star of the new movie, Lez Bomb, Jenna Laurenzo, joins J.Elvis Weinstein and Mark Thompson to talk about the comedy. Contact us at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00:3:40 Mark welcome and intro episode 3:40-24:50 Ga. election story with investigative journalist Jordan Wilkie 24:50-1:04:00 Director and Star of Movie, Lez Bomb, Jenna Laurenzo joins Mark and J Elvis Weinstein
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Mon, 10 September 2018
Two voices of progressive comedy: Ron Placone and Graham Elwood. Both on Jimmy Dore's show and also on the Progressive Comedy Tour they get out their viewpoint without the intense harshness that's become commonplace in today's politically charged conversations and performances. It's not all politics. Mark asks Graham about his one night marriage to a stripper in Las Vegas and, in a moment with less levity, Graham also talks about his home being foreclosed upon as a result of predatory banking practices. How do the different crowds nationwide react to the comedy and today's political situation is among what's covered in this episode. contact us at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com 00-2:05 Mark welcome 2:05-56:05 Mark speaks with Graham Elwood and Ron Placone
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Tue, 31 July 2018
Former Editor-In-Chief at Rotten Tomatoes, Matt Atchity, presided over the website as it became a go-to destination for people deciding what films and television offerings they were going to watch. Matt joins Mark Thompson and comic/documentary film director, J Elvis Weinstein on this episode. Matt explains the power of "Certified Fresh", the limited power of the superhero and tentpole films and studios generally. Finally, Matt talks about The Young Turks and his goals for TYT. Matt is one of the hosts of WHAT THE FLICK (which reviews movies and TV) on the TYT network. Before Matt, Michael Shure returns from Israel and looks at the political aspirations of Jim Jordan as Jordan attempts to succeed Paul Ryan as House Speaker. One problem Jordan may have is the trail of controversy that's shadowing him. Mark also asks Michael about the Endangered Species Act and why it's rollback is a priority for Trump and Interior Sec'y Zinke. Michael explains the politics. 00-3:16 Mark welcome, summary 3:16-26:06 Michael Shure on politics 26:06-1:21:14 Matt Atchity, J Elvis Weinstein and Mark Thompson Email us at: edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com |
Thu, 31 May 2018
Roseanne Gets "Erased" --Sam Rubin comments...Then Our Resident Gamblers, Michael Shure and Mark Thompson, Don't Support The Supreme Court Ruling Legalizing Sports Gambling
It was an epic week for the most powerful star on television. In one instant Roseanne Barr destroyed her current show, past show and her standing in show business along with the livelihoods of scores of staffers. Award winning entertainment journalist, Sam Rubin, from the #1 morning news show in L.A., talks about Roseanne's epic fall. Then, Michael Shure had a prediction that looks increasingly accurate. Plus, Mark and Michael weigh in on the Supreme Court decisions that will legalize sports gambling by state (neither supports it) and a crucial decision against workers' rights to organize. :00 -:05 Mark with opening remarks :05-20:40 Sam Rubin joins Mark to talk Roseanne 20:40-48:00 Michael Shure joins Mark Trump-Broidy prediction, legalizing sports wagering and more. Reach the show at edgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com
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Tue, 27 March 2018
THE DOG RESCUER: MARC CHING..INSIDE THE DARK WORLD OF THE ASIAN DOG MEAT MARKET... Also, The Scientology TV Channel, Activism and Gun Laws..Does It Make a Difference, Remembering Sam Simon
The show starts with an intro and Mark addressing a Stitcher glitch. (00-4:05) Then, THE FAST 15 and Michael Shure commenting on everything from John Bolton joining the Trump cabinet to the Iran Nuclear Deal to the worldwide gun rallies and the Scientology television network. (4:30-22:06) Then Mark is joined by Laura House and J.Elvis Weinstein to talk with playwright Marc Acito. He talks about his latest production, the George Takei inspired musical, Allegiance. (22:22-34:10) A brief conversation with Chris DeRose (Last Chance For Animals) follows, remembering our friend, Sam Simon on the anniversary of his death this month. Sam was the co-creator of THE SIMPSONS and a prolific humanitarian. The two share memories and two funny audio clips. (34:50-43:00) Last Chance For Animals is at www.lcanimal.org Finally, Marc Ching.. Marc has made the infiltrating of the Asian dog meat market and rescuing animals from these torturous situations a life's work. He's taken that work here to the USA where the IT'S LEGAL TO EAT DOGS AND CATS. Marc tells us how he got in to this world and what the prospects are for the future. His organization is ANIMAL HELP AND WELLNESS https://animalhopeandwellness.org/marc-ching/ Marc is the last interview in the show.(43:00-1:30:00) Our email is theedgewithmarkthompson@gmail.com |