The Popcast: Recent Episodes
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Host Tim Andrews and guests talk about the latest (and sometimes not so latest) cool things in the world of Atlanta's comedy, film, pop culture, and stage performances.
The star of Captain America: Brave New World, Anthony Mackie, shares a few moments of his time to talk about the upcoming MCU film (Release Date: Friday, February 14) - Plus, I look back at some older iterations of "Captain America."
Official Marvel Website: https://www.marvel.com/movies/captain-america-brave-new-world
Experience Hendrix! I chat with John McDermott, Catalog Director for the Jimi Hendrix family's Experience Hendrix, LLC. The Experience Hendrix tour makes its Atlanta stop on Saturday, April 12 at the Fabulous Fox Theatre.
Atlanta Date, Info & Lineup: https://www.experiencehendrixtour.com/dates.php?show=2025-04-12
PLUS: Jared Yamamoto and I preview Super Bowl LIX
School Spirits comes from the sibling writing team of Nate Trinrudand Megan Trinrud from Rock Island, Illinois. Nate is a graduate of Northwestern University and has an MFA from University of Southern California. His films have been showcased at international film festivals such as Tribeca and Berinale. Prior to his career in television, he assisted directors on feature films such as Marvel’s Black Widow. Megan graduated from Washington University in St. Louis and has an MFA from Emerson College. A former television news producer, Megan is a 2015 Midwest Regional Emmy® award recipient.
https://www.paramountpressexpress.com/paramount-plus/shows/school-spirits//
Emmy-nominated Kids Baking Championship on Food Network (and streaming on Max) with hosts and judges, Duff Goldman and Kardea Brown.
Fans can meet the kid bakers and relive fan-favorite moments at FoodNetwork.com/KidsBakingChampionship. Plus, go behind the scenes of Kids Baking Championship: Amazing Animals with Duff and Kardea and discover more baking tips and tricks. Follow all the action on social media using #KidsBakingChampionship. Kids Baking Championship is produced by Sonic Dog for Food Network.
Pierce Sario: The Aspiring Chef with a Passion for Baking and Broadway Pierce Sario, an 11-year-old with a whisk in one hand and a dream in his heart, has been creating culinary magic since he was just three years old. What started as playful experiments with cookie dough has blossomed into a serious passion, with Pierce now focusing on his award-winning pies and French cuisine – a culinary tradition he hopes to master. His dedication and skill have earned him a spot on the upcoming season of Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship, where he’ll showcase his talents to a national audience for the first time.
Pierce's (Parent Run) social medial:
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Atlanta radio veteran, Rich Sullivan, talks about his new gig, hosting the Atlanta-based episodes of "The American Dream TV."
Georgia - The American Dream TV
Rich's Instagram
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From late-December 2024, actor Corey Feldman joins me to talk about his new film, "Going Viral" - followed by a chat with director/show runner/writer, Josh Zetumer, discussing his hit FX/Hulu show, "Say Nothing."
Lonnie Jordan (lead vocalist, keyboardist, original member) of the legendary group WAR and Jerry Goldstein (who conceived the group and has been it's longtime manager and producer). And Netflix documentarians, The Way Brothers, join me to discuss The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga.
They join me to promote the group's new holiday single, "(YES IT'S) CHRISTMAS" which offers an irresistibly funky groove that radiates sunny vibes and the holiday spirit. Like many of the tracks from the multi-platinum-selling band, the song began as an extended jam, which producer Jerry Goldstein sculpted into the final song.
War - "(Yes it's) Christmas"
https://www.rhino.com/article/war-shares-new-music-video-for-yes-its-christmas
Visit: WAR.com OR follow then on Facebook, Instagram and X @WarTheBand
PLUS: The Way Brothers join me to talk about, The Kings of Tupelo: A Southern Crime Saga
https://www.netflix.com/title/81903247
Welcome to Episode 101! My guests this week are; the Cake Boss, Buddy Valastro, highlighting two new shows on Hulu ("Cake Toppers" and "Cookie, Cupcake, Cake".
Plus - from Trans-Siberian Orchestra, lead guitarist Joel Hoekstra.
From Fox Soul’s “N’Style Atlanta Uncut” I celebrate my 100th episode with; Rashida Nicole, Arturo Ayers, Jr. & Jordan Martin!
From the sideline as well - Carmen Simmons
Check out “N’Style Atlanta Uncut” here:
https://foxsoul.tv/shows/nstyle-atlanta-uncut-2/
Joining me this week are two actors with movies currently in theaters. My first guest, Luke David Blumm, talks about his latest film, Lost on a Mountain in Maine. Plus, YouTube sensation and actor Lilly Singh talks about her latest film, Hit Pig.
Platinum Championship Wrestling presents their biggest show of the year: Turn The Page II - Sunday, October 20, 2024
This week's guests are PCW Dealer's Choice Champion, Trey Shaw, and the masked marvel, Cuatro Cabezas. We talk about the upcoming event, the fun and affordability of local wrestling organizations, classic pro wrestling and much more!
For more info and tickets go to PCW's website.
This week I'm joined by one of my favorite comedians, Craig "The Lovemaster' Shoemaker. Not just comedy, tales from his childhood and adulthood.
To see Craig in Atlanta, check out his website for tickets to his Punchline shows (November 1 - November 3)
Two Jeffs! Jeff Plate, drummer and founding member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, returns to talk football (Go Bills!) and, of course, TSO's Winter 2024 tour. See TSO live Sunday, December 15th, at Gas South Arena.
Jeff #2 - Jeff Tremaine (Jackass) talks about "Nothin' But A Good Time: The Uncensored Story of '80s Hair Metal" streaming now on Paramount+.
Join me with my guests, Bill Oakley & Josh Weinstein, Emmy-winning TV producers/writers. Bill and Josh wrote some of the most beloved episodes of "The Simpsons" as well as many other projects, from Futurama to Disenchantment. Both will be in Atlanta on Friday, September 27th at Tara Theater. For tickets and info on how you can attend go here: https://www.taraatlanta.com/movie/mission-hill-with-bill-oakley-and-josh-weinstein/
PLUS: One of my favorite comedians, Leanne Morgan, returns to The Popcast to promote her Wednesday night book signing at the Decatur First Baptist Church. Get the details at http://LeanneMorgan.com.
Returning to ‘The Popcast’ is my guest from Ep. 95, John Zaller, Executive Producer of Exhibition Hub’s Titanic: An Immersive Voyage. This time, we go deeper into the history of The Titanic, exploring the lead up to and what happened that fateful night. We also talk about some of the other ocean liners of the time, conspiracies surrounding the sinking, and John shares rare artifacts from the Titanic itself.
Rediscover the Titanic Before it Disappears!
It’s been 39 years since the Titanic wreck was discovered by Navy officer Robert Ballard, 400 miles off Newfoundland’s coast, ending a 73-year mystery. Now, as we mark this historic find, Exhibition Hub and Fever bring the Titanic’s story to life for the Atlanta metro area with the “Titanic: An Immersive Voyage” exhibition. Come aboard the Titanic on the fateful night of April 14, 1912, when the "unsinkable" ship met its tragic end, and explore the wreck’s rediscovery from Ballard on September 1, 1985, that captivated the world.
Date: select your date & time directly in the ticket selector
Duration: approx. 60-90 minutes
Location: Exhibition Hub Atlanta Art Center - 5660 Buford Highway Northeast, Doraville, 30340-1223
Age requirement: all ages are welcome! (children under 4 enter for free)
IG: @expo_titanic
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expo.titanic.voyage/
Website: https://expo-titanic.com/ Atlanta Website: https://expo-titanic.com/atlanta/ Tickets: https://feverup.com/m/167801
My guest: John Zaller, Executive Producer, Exhibition Hub, discussing the Titanic Immersive Experience at Exhibition Hub Atlanta in Doraville. https://expo-titanic.com/atlanta/
John Zaller is the executive producer of Exhibition Hub, a curator and distributor of world-renowned immersive exhibitions. He has honed his unique skills of production, visual art and set design for more than 25 years while working in the museum, entertainment, retail, and attractions/theme parks industries through his own immersive design firm, KRE8 360, that specializes in creating story-driven, traveling immersion experiences. He has contributed to creating and overseeing multiple immersive experiential environments including: Titanic: An Immersive Voyage; Jurassic World: The Exhibition; Bodies the Exhibition; Star Trek: The Exhibition; and the Themed Entertainment Association’s Thea award-winning experience at the St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. Most recently, Zaller has been credited for his contributions and skillful expertise on Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience, which was named the 2021 best immersive experience by USA Today and among the 12 best immersive experiences in the world by CNN. He has been working with Exhibition Hub for more than a decade and is responsible for the implementation of all Exhibition Hub properties in the United States.
Actor/comedian John Early joins me to talk about his new comedy album, dropping on September 13, and his upcoming live show at The Earl on Sunday, October 20.
Joining me for one last time, Dan Carroll, Director of Media Engagement for DragonCon. We chat about some awesome moments in Dan's tenure with the Con.
From the Nateland Podcast, comedian Brian Bates joins to talk about his career, being an old-man dad (like me) and his upcoming show at The Shop at Vision Studios (Saturday, August 24, 2024) For tickets & more visit Brian Bates Comedy.
Talking about the Georgia Film Industry with Randy Davidison, President of Georgia Entertainment.
From the creative and entertainment capital of the world, Georgia Entertainment is the leading source of news, analysis and commentary for the film, broadcast, music, digital production and video gaming/esports industries. Via our publications, partnerships, social outlets and events we serve thousands of producers, directors, entertainment executives and political leaders in Georgia and beyond.
This week I'm joined by Rudy Sarzo from classic 80s metal band, Quiet Riot. Rudy talks about the band's inception, working with Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, The Guess Who, and more.
See Quiet Riot on Thursday, August 15 at Madlife Stage & Studios in Woodstock. Click here for tickets.
Singer-songwriter Kevn Kinney joins me to talk about upcoming Drivin n Cryin shows - plus - tons of other things!
See Drivin n Cryin on Saturday, August 10th, with 10,000 Maniacs, at Suwanne Town Center Summer Concert Series - or on September 6 at Southern Brewing Company in Athens.
Suwanne Town Center Summer Concert Series TIX
Southern Brewing Company TIX
Author Scott A Young joins me to talk about his new Sci-Fi thriller, SELFIES, Book One of the Manifold Series. We chat about the inspiration behind the book, the writing process, and more.
Legendary rock performer, producer and engineer, Alan Parsons, joins me to talk about his upcoming show. The Alan Parsons Live Project returns to Atlanta with a performance under the stars at Frederick Brown, Jr. Amphitheatre in Peachtree City.
For tickets and info visit: The Fred
Alan Parsons website: Here
Greg Russ joins me to talk about the first Chestnut-less Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest in ages, as well as his upcoming live Netflix special where Joey will face off against Kobayashi.
Hailing from Chicago, actor Sheri Winkelmann comes to Atlanta fresh off her successful pitch at Cannes. Sheri has a long career of acting, writing and production and is currently in pre-production for her upcoming film, "Bingo Heist"
Dweezil Zappa joins me this week, talking about his upcoming tour, "Rox(postroph)y" - a celebration of his dad's (Frank Zappa) 50 year old classics, "Apostrophe (')" and "Roxy & Elsewhere". The band returns to Atlanta after a four year absence, Saturday, September 7th, at The Eastern.
Get your fill of Dweezil here. (Also tickets!)
From May 21st, comedians Mario Adrion and Mike Albanese join to chat about the craft, going viral and more.
Mike's website: In My Own Head
Mario's website: Website
This week I welcome "Philly Ocean" from the touring genre group, Yachtley Crue, along with Atlanta's own, Krystee Manifold-Spencer from HGTV, Magnolia and now Better Creative.
Local filmmaker Kelley Lockman joins to talk about his new project, "The I Believe in Bigfoot Project". Kellley's new show is available on YouTube and details his growing obsession with Sasquatch, along with stories of encounters in North Georgia and beyond.
Kevin Spencer returns to talk about music, radio and much more. Electric Avenue kicks off the summer concert season, Saturday, May 11th, at "The Fred" in Peachtree City.
Ticket info here
LeAlec Murray & Leah President from the Crunchyroll Podcast +
Brad Balukjian on his new release: Six Pack: On the Open Road in Search of Wrestlemania
Comedian Aaron Weber joins me to talk about a ton of stuff, from baseball cards to minivans, to doing comedy in smaller clubs. See Aaron April 25th - 28th at The Punchline Comedy Club in Sandy Springs.
PLUS: A conversation with singer Dicky Barrett from Mighty Mighty Bosstones and new punk supergroup, The Defiant. Find the band's new album, "If We're Really Being Honest" wherever you stream music, and see them live May 2 at Center Stage in Atlanta.
Shogun FX show runners, Justin Marks and Rachel Kondo talk about the hit series - and, my complete interview with actor/comedian TJ Miller.
Check out TJ's new comedy album, "Smooth Peanut Butter" on your favorite streaming service, and for the love of God check out Shogun on FX!
My guest this week is Mark Pettit: Author, actor, Emmy-award winning TV journalist. Enjoy this unedited version of The Popcast radio show.
Legendary radio broadcaster, actor, voice over artist, improviser Phil Hendrie joins me to talk about the new documentary, "Hendrie". Hendrie is available to rent or own on Apple+, YouTube and other platforms. Phil shares memories of his times in Atlanta (at WSB) and other markets and more.
Hendrie IMDB
Phil is still making people laugh with his podcast, "The World of Phil Hendrie" and you can find thousands of hours of his classic radio bits at Phil Hendrie Show.
Thank you, Phil!
This week's Popcast is jam-packed! A fun, Atlanta-centric discussion with Adam Richman, host of History's, "The Food That Built America" and former host of "Man vs. Food" and actress, DeWanda Wise stops by to talk about Blumhouse's new scary thriller, "Imaginary".
Adam and I spoke for quite a while and what didn't make it air is here!
Join me for a podcast filled with GenX pop culture awesomeness. Featuring guest John Cafiero from Osaka Popstar. We talk comics! Weird Al! The Ramones! Dr. Demento and much more! Osaka Popstar's cover of Rosemary Clooney's obscure classic, "The Land of Hatchy Milatchy" is out now in conjunction with Volume 2 of Sweetie Candy Vigilante.
Check out Osaka Popstar
https://osakapopstar.com/
Purchase Susan Cafiero's Sweetie Candy Vigilante/Hatchy Milatchy
https://sweetiecandyvigilante.com/
The Amazing Covered in Punk
https://coveredinpunk.com/
Follow on social media: John Cafiero, Suzanne Cafiero, Osaka Popstar, Sweetie Candy & Doctor Demento
Musician Joey Huffman stops by to share stories from his autobiography, "East of the Sun". Tales from being on the road with rock luminaries such as; Keith Richards, Soul Asylum, Drivin 'n' Cryin, Isaac Hayes, Hank Williams, Jr., The Georgia Satellites and more. So many great moments that you can read about in his book (available at the link below).
Joey on Facebook
East of the Sun: Memoirs of an Accidental Rockstar on Amazon
I'm joined this week by actor/comedian/producer/writer Matt Walsh (VEEP, Upright Citizen's Brigade) and the Executive Producer for Dad's Garage Improv Theater, Jon Carr.
This week I take a trip down Super Bowl memory lane before jumping back into 2024 with my guest, Caroline Lawrence -- Sandy Cheeks from Spongebob Squarepants!
Previewing ATL Comic Convention 2024 with Jared Yamamoto. #TWD #BSG #CobraKai
ATL Comic Convention
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We're havin' a good time! Comedian Dusty Slay returns to "The Popcast" to promote his "The Night Shift Tour" and his March 30th show at Woodruff Arts Center. Plus, we chat about his current Netflix special, "Workin' Man", growing up in trailers, cigarettes, country music, working and a whole lot more.
Dusty Slay's Website (for tickets and info) - Find him on X, Instagram & TikTok (@DustySlay) and Facebook.
World record holder & UK Chilli Queen, Shahina Waseem joins me to talk about the new Hulu series, Superhot: The Spicy World of Pepper People - now streaming!
Shahina's Website: UK Chilli Queen
Shahina's Instagram
Hulu's Pepper People: Site
A fascinating new docu-series on Hulu looks at the strange subculture of “pepper people,” those on a quest to find, grow or consume the spiciest peppers on the planet. Superhot: The Spicy World of Pepper People focuses on the big business of spicy food, the growers who strive to create new superhots, and the competitive eaters who chase the endorphin rush of consuming them.
Plus: Greg Russ from The Von Haessler Doctrine and I rap about; AI, comedy, movies and more.
Axel Lowe from 97.1 The River joins me to talk about his iconic Atlanta radio career. And we hardly scratched the surface! Hope he'll return soon.
Dive into an unforgettable episode of The Popcast! This week, my holiday season wrap up and I was thrilled to host the incredibly talented actor LaKeith Stanfield and visionary filmmaker Jeymes Samuel. They'll be giving us an exclusive peek into the making of the highly anticipated #BookofClarence movie. Expect fascinating insights and exciting anecdotes straight from the creative minds behind this cinematic masterpiece.
But wait, there's more! We're also joined by the uproariously funny Leslie Liao, who's set to grace the stage at The Punchline Atlanta on February 8th. Get ready for a night of gut-busting laughter and comedic brilliance! For an in-depth discussion and behind-the-scenes stories, listen here & get ready to be inspired, entertained, and informed! Don't miss out on this star-studded episode.
The Book of Clarence - Exclusively in theaters on January 12.
THE BOOK OF CLARENCE | Sony Pictures Entertainment
Leslie Liao - One night only! Thursday 2/8/24 at The Punchline.
Comic – The Punchline
BookofClarence #PodcastGuests #Comedy #Film
This week I'm joined by actor/comedian/writer Don DiPetta to discuss his new film A Place In The Field. Plus, Artistic Director for Cirque du Soleil Echo, Fabrice Lemire.
Don DiPetta Website
A Place in the Field (Amazon)
Cirque du Soleil Echo at Atlantic Station
This week I'm joined by an old friend, Trey Toler, a very funny Atlanta-based stand up comic and non profit head. Also, another very funny comic, Andrea Marks.
For tickets to Laugh Your Bells Off click here.
Amanda Marks TikTok
Comedian Jim Florentine popped onto The Popcast to talk comedy, his career, Atlanta, prank calls, NFL betting and much more.
Jim's website: HERE
Get tickets here: Laughing Skull Lounge
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WSB evening talk host, Shelley Wynter, joins me to talk about; what inspired him to become a radio host, our shared pop culture influences, 1970s TV, and more!
Check out the Shelley Wynter Show M-F from 7pm to 10pm on WSB.
Celebrate Halloween with the iconic Paul Lynde Halloween special. Thank you to my guest Cathy Rudolph - author of Paul Lynde - A Biography: His Life, His Love(s) and His Laughter - available on Amazon or wherever books are sold.
This week I'm honored to speak with rock and roll royalty, Graham Nash. Graham is touring now with all the songs you love and some you will love, from his new album, "Now". We discussed his music, his bands, working with Jerry Garcia to perfect "Teach Your Children", art, charity, peace and much, much more.
Graham Nash appears at Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points for two shows; Friday & Saturday, October 27 & 28. You can listen to and order his latest album, "Now" on his website.
Graham's Website
For tickets go here.
This week I welcome Kevin Kirkland, GM of the Dynamic Wrestling Alliance. The DWA is a Georgia-based pro wrestling promotion featuring some of the best up-and-coming talent in the South.
Our chat is rudely interrupted by the rogue, Chaynemale, and we take a call in from DWA Ultraviolent Champion, Chip Skyler.
Check out DWA LIVE at Knocktober Fest 2!
Saturday, October 21 in Barnesville, GA
Squatch Farms Arena is a unique venue nestled in a large tract of land in High Falls GA. Famously known for its numerous Sasquatch sightings over the past century. This family friendly and wallet friendly. Tickets start at just $10 and children 12 and under are FREE (excluding the haunted trail) Gates Open at 3pm there will be live music, inflatables, vendors, food, professional haunted trail, and of course DWA wrestling!!
Bring a lawn chair. (Ringside seats provided if needed.)
General Admission $10
Ringside seats: $25
Gates open 3PM
DWA Wrestling First Bell: 5:30 PM
Haunted Trail Ride7;30 PM - 10 PM
Madam Vega Concert after party 8:00PM
Chairs and Coolers welcome
Costumes encouraged!!
Tickets HERE
Dynamic Wrestling Alliance
https://dwa-wrestling.com/about-us
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084494239535&mibextid=LQQJ4d
This week I chat with Atlanta Radio icon Kaedy Kiely from 971 The River. Plus, drummer & founding member of Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Jeff Plate.
Kaedy's Bio
Purchase tickets to TSO at Gas South Arena in Duluth
Film director, Jeff Celentano joins to talk about his current film, "The Hill" and I chat with Netherworld's Ben Armstrong.
Neil "Hondo" Williamson joins me to talk about his radio career, UGA Football, country singer Lily Rose & more!
Dan Carroll, Director of Media Engagement for DragonCon stops by to preview DragonCon 2023.
Kevn Kinney from Drivin N Cryin and Mrs. Kevn Kinney, artist & producer, Anna Jensen, join to talk about the ambitious "Let's Go Dancing" 4-LP homage to Kevn's music.
Actors Casey Navarro & Josh Warren talk about upcoming events at Dynamic El Dorado improv theater.
Mark Schrankel from TLC's hit reality show, "I Am Shauna Rae" and B98.5's afternoon host Chris Centore
Atlanta animator Matt Maiellero stops by to talk about his latest movie, Pastacolypse, streaming now on Tubi
Atlanta designer, artist, producer, writer, actor, and director Shane Morton & actress talk about their Silver Screen Spookshow
Episode 40: My full interview with Atlanta actor/director/producer/stuntman Nick DeKay talks about the state of the biz amid the #WGA strike, working with Francis Ford Coppola, confronting a.i., new projects and more! #movies #hollywood #atlanta #film
Episode 39 is up! Comedian Greg Warren joins to talk about his new Youtube special, "The Salesmen" and I talk pop culture with @TVHDoctrine Greg Russ.
My guest this week is Atlanta-based actor, TJ Hassan. TJ shares stories of his journey to the world of improv and acting in film and television. Plus - working with Gilbert Gottfried, Mandy Patankin and more.
This week I'm joined by my co-worker from The Von Haessler Doctrine. She shares her pop culture influences, what made her interested in radio, media and music.
This week I chat with Browan Lollar, lead guitarist for St. Paul and The Broken Bones. We discuss; opening for The Rolling Stones, touring, making music, creating art, Alabama rocketry & more!
See St. Paul and The Broken Bones on April 29 at The Amplify Decatur Music Festival, Saturday, April 29. For tickets and information visit: https://amplifydecatur.org.
BONUS: Tim & Jared filled in for Mark Arum a few Fridays ago & chatted a bit with actor/comedian Mary Lynn Rajskub.
This week I’m joined very funny comedian Drew Lynch & actor Jesse Metcalfe. Drew appears at Center Stage Atlanta on March 25 - and you can catch Jesse in the new movie On A Wing And A Prayer April 7 on Prime Video.
Actor/Instructor Josh Warren from Action Show Studios joins me, along with Miguel Figueroa & Neetall Raman from Dynamic El Dorado. Don't miss Fool’s Gold Improv Fest 3/31-4/2.
Fool's Gold Improv Fest
Friday, Mar 31, 2023 @ 6:00 PM • Starting from $15.00
Come see the best of Atlanta Indie Improv!
Both single and multi-day passes are available.
Thursday Night: Pre-Festival Kick Off at 10pm
Friday Night: Shows 7pm-midnight
Saturday Night: Shows 6pm-midnight
Sunday Night: Shows 5pm-10:30pm
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Tim & Greg Russ discuss "Cocaine Bear", cocaine in movies, aggressive Picante Salsa commercials from the 90s and more.
WWE Icon Jake "The Snake" Roberts joins me to talk about his resurrection, this week's WWE Legends episode on A&E, managing and mentoring in the AEW & more! Plus, Greg Russ and I talk about some classic WWE & WCW moments.
Jake's Twitter @JakeSnakeDDT
A&E Biography: WWE Legends
WSB's afternoon news anchor, Chris Chandler, sits down with me to talk about his career journey, his influences, and the current state of the Star Trek universe. Engage!
This week I'm joined by Pete Olson and Nicolas Niespodziani from Yacht Rock Revue and we're talking about 70s/80s soft rock. It's legacy and rebirth are both recently celebrated in Paramount+ documentary, "Sometimes When We Touch". Also, Eric Von Haessler joins to talk about music and more.
Check out Yacht Rock Revue here.
Sometimes When We Touch documentary.
Comedian Dusty Slay joins me this week to talk about comedy, country songs, trailer parks, and his February 4th show at Center Stage Atlanta. Plus, Greg Russ and I talk about comedy clubs in NYC, fine dining if you're famous, and more.
For tickets to Dusty's Atlanta show click here.
Follow Dusty:
Website: DustySlay.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/DustySlayComedy
Twitter: https://twitter.com/dustyslay
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dustyslay
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dustyslay
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Episode 25 from December 17, 2022. Mark Schrankel from TLC's hit reality show, "I Am Shauna Rae" calls in to talk about the show, his career as an artist, musician, puppeteer, and being the patriarch of a now very-public family. Bonus: He and I recently discovered we're cousins!
Also - enjoy his spot-on impression of Sylvester Stallone.
WSB meteorologist Christina Edwards joins me to talk about the weather, weather in pop culture, modern meteorological catch phrases & more.
MUSIC:
10,000 MANIACS - “LIKE THE WEATHER”
LED ZEPPELIN - “WHEN THE LEVEE BREAKS”
GERRY RAFFERTY - “BAKER STREET”
GINGER ROOT - “WEATHER”
DURAN DURAN - “ORDINARY WORLD”
PINK FLOYD - “ECLIPSE”
ELO - “MR BLUE SKY”
ERIC CLAPTON - “LET IT RAIN”
This week I chat with Paul Cowsill of late-60s/early-70s hitmakers, The Cowsills. The Cowsills had a string of Top 40 hits back in the day and have just released a new album filled with fun pop songs full of the harmonies you remember. Check out “Rhythm of the World” on your favorite streaming music site.
Plus, Greg Russ joins me to talk about current and past pop culture topics; Howard Stern, Atlanta radio, Stuttering John, smoking pot with comedians, the origins of shock TV (Morton Downey, Jr), Twitter discourse and online hate, crazy Kanye, Elvis Presley, the Brady Bunch and awful TV wardrobes (Big Bang Theory!), CBS is Boomer TV heaven, David Caruso’s poor career choices, the new Hellraiser sucks, Mike Tyson Mysteries & R.I.P. Adult Swim.
This week's episode is pure podcast. Greg Russ joins me and we talk about; Caring about sports teams, playing fantasy football, irationally getting upset about sports, Greg's new $1,100 watch, living like a pig, people who take their kids to live events or movies, people aren't going to the movies, Greg's NYC radio days, blowing off celebrities and more.
Tim reviews; The Munsters, Blonde, Facing Ryan, Yankees-Dodgers: An Uncivil War.
Vape is the word! Behind the scenes of Vape The Musical, a modern day parody of Grease with my guests John Babcock and Brian Troxell from Sketchworks.
Kevin Spencer from Electric Avenue talks about his career in music and the evolution of the band.
Don Randi of the legendary "Wrecking Crew" shares a few stories of performing with Elvis Presley, Frank & Nancy Sinatra & more. Plus: Comedian Anjelah Johnson.
Adult Swim creator & Atlanta native Dave Willis stops by to talk about his career and Aqua Teen Hunger Force.
This week's episode gets a partial, early release. Joining me are Alesia Johnson, founder of Kids Video Connection and Susan Liverpool, author and filmmaker. Join us as we discuss the 15th Annual Atlanta Children’s Film Festival.
Georgia's own Roger Black & Waco O'Guin join the show to talk about their new animated Netflix series, "Farzar". Roger, also known as "Yucko the Clown" began their collaboration in Athens over 20 years ago and now have four, successful TV shows under their belts.
This week I welcome Atlanta actor, Valyn Hall, plus Greg Russ reviews "Elvis" while I take a shot at reviewing "Beavis & Butthead Do the Universe."
DragonCon's Director of Media Engagement, Dan Carroll, joins me with tales of DragonCons past and a preview of DragonCon 2022.
This week I speak with former Impact World Champion, “Moose” (Quinn Ojinnaka) and current Impact Knockouts World Championship, Jordynne Grace. IMPACT Wrestling presents back-to-back nights of action-packed live pro wrestling on Friday and Saturday, July 1 and July 2 – both originating from Center Stage in Atlanta, a venue rich in pro wrestling history. The action kicks off Friday, July 1, with AGAINST ALL ODDS, airing LIVE starting at 8 p.m. ET and streaming on IMPACT Plus and YouTube for IMPACT Ultimate Insiders. Then, on Saturday, July 2, IMPACT presents SOUTHERN HOSTILITY as the company’s television trucks will capture all of the in-ring action for an upcoming episode of IMPACT’s flagship weekly TV show, #IMPACTonAXSTV (Thursday, 8 p.m. ET on AXS TV in the U.S., Fight Network in Canada and Impact Insiders on YouTube.)
Emily Reily Russell & Chip Powell from Whole World Improv Theatre drop by to talk about Atlanta’s legendary improv troupe and “Comedy & Cocktails”, Saturday June 25th at The Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater in Peachtree City.
Plus, Greg Russ reviews Jurassic World: Dominion.
Tim catches up with comedian Eddie Ifft & talks about "Save the Video Store" with producer, Erin Stegeman.
This week I welcome Atlanta actor, writer & producer, Brian Troxell. Brian has appeared in locally shot streaming shows, "Hawkeye" and "Cobra Kai" and is the co-owner and producer of Sketchworks Comedy. Find out how to turn your child into the next, great sketch comedy performer or writer! Plus, Greg Russ reviews "Top Gun: Maverick."
This week Tim welcomes comedian, Bert Kreischer. Bert's is bringing his Fully Loaded Comedy Festival to Coolray Field on Saturday, June 25.
It's all interviews this week! Actor/Comedian Adam Ray appeared at The Punchline, Matt Metzger discusses working on The Walking Dead, Halt and Catch Fire, and his own web series, The Campaign, and Rodney Ho from the AJC talks about Atlanta's booming film & TV industry.
Welcome to The Popcast, my name is Tim Andrews from the Von Haessler Doctrine heard 6am to Noon, M-F on the Von Haessler Doctrine. Join me as I pull back the velvet rope on Atlanta’s vibrant comedy, film, pop culture and stage happenings. Come on in.