Wed, 22 April 2015
Born into a show business family, Jon Cryer is a multi-threat. He made his name as an actor, tracing his roots back to stage work but his nose for comedy is undeniable. His show Two and a Half Men is now legendary having run 12 seasons and having included one of the highest profile derailing of a star in history. Now Jon has a book, So That Happened: A Memoir in which he details much of his remarkable life. Jon talks about Charlie Sheen and life on the show after Sheen as Ashton Kutcher took over, Hollywood romance and more. Heather Ankeny and Paul Goebel (the King of TV) join Mark Thompson.
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Sun, 19 April 2015
Sergeant Frank Woods is the character that drives the action in CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS. Woods is acted by James C Burns, our guest today. While Burns has been part of huge films and television shows in the past, it's CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS that's created a cultish following around him. He’ll detail how the game has exploded in popularity and the fan base that has grown around this highly successful entertainment franchise. Mark also asks Burns to comment on Heather’s performance in the CBS show BATTLECREEK which we hear a clip of. Here’s a link to the Sgt Frank Woods Youtube channel that James C Burns mentions during his visit. Then, we talk to someone who was so obsessed with CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS that he had to go to extreme measures to put the game out of his immediate reach. World famous professional poker player, Phil Laak joins us for the second part of the show and talks of his obsession. Mark Thompson is joined by Heather Ankeny and Paul Goebel.
Direct download: James_C_Burns_Edge_edit_4-19-15_FINAL2.mp3
Category:Talk & Interviews -- posted at: 8:01pm EDT |
Sun, 12 April 2015
Chris Rubio operates a specialized clinic for young football players to learn the art of getting the football back to punters and place kickers during a game (also called "snapping the ball") It's a specialized position in football that Mark, Heather and Paul suggest may be the best position on the field. Also, is NCAA athletics so awash in money and operating so independent of the academic system that it should not be part of the colleges it claims to represent? Pulitzer prize winning writer Michael Hiltzik reviews his controversial proposal. Michael Hiltzik article on NCAA athletics
Paul Goebel and Heather join Mark Thompson
Direct download: Chris_Rubio_Long_Snap_Paul_marries_Hiltzik_FINAL1.mp3
Category:Talk & Interviews -- posted at: 3:00am EDT |
Fri, 3 April 2015
Marilu Henner is like some kind explosion of intellect and positivity. Her involvement in classic television shows like Taxi and Evening Shade would be enough for us to fill two or three shows. But Marilu’s work in the area of health and wellness and her extraordinary memory makes her some kind of perfect storm of conversation. We could have gone on for hours. She’ll be back. Enjoy Marilu Henner: Actress, broadcaster, author and advocate. Note: Heather is away so Laura House and Paul Goebel join Mark.
Direct download: MariluHenneredit_final_4-3-15.mp3
Category:Talk & Interviews -- posted at: 11:54pm EDT |