Jim Ross Meskimen: Recent Episodes
Jim Ross Meskimen
This is the channel where you can hear the Jim Meskimen Podcast, which features impressionist Jim talking about all kinds of stuff and occasionally talking to other professionals. Theme by Jim Meskimen.
A selection from a short story featured in L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers & Illustrators of the Future. Death and the Taxman, written by David Hankins and narrated by Jim Meskimen. Illustration by Sarah Morrison©2023 by Galaxy Audio
The hilarious and inventive Phil Proctor, one of the founders of the Firesign Theater, interviewed by Jim Meskimen about starting off as a voice actor.
Some salty language here that might make it unsuitable for some listeners... but mainly it's a celebration of my mom, actress Marion Ross of Happy Days fame on her 90th birthday.
Actor/impressionist Jim Meskimen talks to author and photographer Marc Silber about creativity and how it applies to comedy, as well as how humor can be added to life.
Jim Meskimen interviews actor J.Q. Cole of IMPRESS ME and many TV and film appearances, who has studied recently in London. He shares what he learned while studying the classics.
Here Jim talks about "Won't You Be My Neighbor?", the Mr. Rogers documentary. Also about other stuff.
Jim Meskimen's podcast interview with The Acting Center founder, Tamra Meskimen about applying acting techniques to actual work on multi-cam TV shows.
Impressionist Jim Meskimen's interview with the supporting cast of Mission: Impossible- Fallout, Simon Pegg, VIng Rhames and Alec Baldwin. All voices impersonated.
My interview with jazz legend, Chick Corea. We talk about music, comedy and contact with the audience while performing.
This podcast asks the question, how important is awareness, and does it need to be defended?
Jim Meskimen's version of the iconic "So God made a farmer" speech by Paul Harvey, this time altered to acknowledge Gary Vee of Vayner Media, the Vaynerchuk that "God Made". Tongue in cheek, but just a little.
I visit with actor and game director J.B. Blanc and we horse around a little after a session, after which I try and share some knowledge.
Impressionist and voice actor Jim Meskimen talks about 57th Street and some of the great moments that began there and influenced his career.
Short podcast about some award-winning radio commercials I did for Progressive Insurance. I play a completely unprofessional radio announcer, "dad" who doesn't know a microphone from a chaise lounge.
Jim Meskimen, sometimes voice of Colonel Sanders for KFC, shares secret "Chatting Chicken" recordings made by the Colonel from back in the day, with some Hollywood and Washington icons you may recognize.
Actor/impressionist Jim Meskimen talks about a trip to NYC where he worked on a TV show, and likened it to a wild boar hunt. Photo: Ray Kachatorian
This week, a short message about working on a happy TV set, as Jim guest stars on a new series by comedian Brian Regan. Thanks for listening!
Jim and Tamra Meskimen in an intimate conversation about wins Jim has had recently in auditions thanks to Tamra's school, The Acting Center in Los Angeles.
I gave a talk to high school kids at an Art Fair at Loyola Marymount, but my recording of it was weird, so here I share what I tried to say.
I talk here about the cycle of a freelance artist, going into a fallow period, promoting your way out of it, and getting overwhelmed by work. With special shoutouts to #garyvee Theme music by Roland Portugal
Impressionist Jim Meskimen interviews three celebrities who are also painters of note, Johnny Depp, Anthony Hopkins and former president George W. Bush. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
On having a "twisted mind". The good points, the bad points. Plus, special report from Mt. Everest. Music by Geoff Levin, contributions by Tait Ruppert.
Today I succeed in getting Santa Claus on the phone, at last, and ask him some things I've been dying to know. Turns out, he sounds a LOT like Christopher Walken, which is... surprising. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
I interview the late great silent screen comedian, Buster Keaton, about current PR debacles, and hear about his latest stunt. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
For my birthday, I interview the late Johnny Carson, the still with us Dick Cavett, and the immortal Groucho Marx. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
In which I spill the news on my trip to the U.K. this summer, as well as working with Kevin Spacey on GORE, a film shooting in Rome.
In which Jim interviews Ringo Starr, and also Patrick Stewart, who both turned 77 in the same month.
In which I interview Daniel Day Lewis about his quitting acting to join... well, you have to listen to it. Music by Geoff Levin.
Here, Jim interviews Professor Knestor Jackdaws of Oxmouth College, England, who is a proponent of creativity and travels the world lecturing and communicating via vlogs on Jim's Youtube channel. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
In which Jim opens up the phone lines for celebs to call in, then soon wishes he hadn't. Audio only. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
My half of the interview done for BWB for their podcast about the Best of the Worst... in which I share my experiences with director Ron Howard. Music by Geoff Levin
Founder of the Acting Center in Los Angeles, Tamra Meskimen, talks with Jim about the unique curriculum of the school, and why she works so hard to keep it there. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
My interview with Bill O'Reilly turns ugly. Music by Geoff Levin Celebrity voices impersonated.
I interview the reclusive Easter Bunny for my podcast this week, you can see the video of this interview at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKgEvYkTlWk Thanks to Geoff Levin for the theme music.
The late, great comedian Don Rickles, insult artist extraordinaire, passed away this week, but found time to speak to impressionist Jim Meskimen. Theme music by Geoff Levin. See Jim live at his JIMPRESSIONS show in Los Angeles, http://www.theactingcenterla.com/jimpressions-2
Jim Meskimen's two icons of Americana, the late Colonel Sanders, and his good friend, the equally deceased Charlton Heston. You're welcome. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
My audio podcast of the interview I sort of did with JFK, Michael Moore, Bill Maher and Casey Affleck. Celebrity voices impersonated. Music by Geoff Levin
Jim Meskimen interviews Samuel L. Jackson, Mick Jagger, Ed Harris and Maggie Smith, and it all goes awry. Music by Geoff Levin. Celebrity voices Jimpersonated.
Audio podcast of Impressionist Jim Meskimen, as he takes calls from three distinguished interviewer/broadcasters, Walter Cronkite, Alec Baldwin and Dick Cavett. Theme music by Geoff Levin.
Master impressionist Jim Meskimen takes calls from 12 celebrities wishing their fans a Merry Christmas and a Happy Chanukah!
My audio podcast of my interview with Grammy winner Sting. Theme music by Geoff Levin. Celebrity voices impersonated. Duh.
Master impressionist Jim Meskimen fields calls from a number of celebrities who tell him what they are thankful for, including George W. Bush, Ozzy Osbourne and Donald Trump.
Master impressionist Jim Meskimen interviews the late John Wayne, western icon, and also hears from Ronald Reagan. They both give their view of Donald Trump from the afterlife.
In which I interview Sir Sean Connery, and he does an impression or two... also a few words about the 2016 Presidential election.
My audio podcast in celebration of Marion Ross' 88th birthday, featuring the voices of the cast of Happy Days, plus others from her illustrious career.
In which I interview Bob Dylan about his Nobel Prize in Literature, and his ambivalence about it. Also some commentary about Tom Jones recent appearance at the Hollywood Bowl with the enigmatic Van Morrison.
Jim Meskimen interviews Sir Paul McCartney, who does a number of great celebrity impressions himself. Audio only. Music by Geoff Levin.
Audio only of my interview with iconic actor Sir Ian McKellen, where he sort of misunderstands what the point of my podcast is. Completely.
I "review" the new Beatles documentary by Ron Howard, Eight Days a Week, also some comedy by Tait and Jim.
An episode of "What's Behind the Thin, Thin Veil of Reality" featuring Norris Ephron, Rock Whisperer.
Music by Geoff Levin
Improvised by Jim Meskimen & Tait Ruppert
Jim takes a question from actor John Malkovich (Being John Malkovich, Places in the Heart) about whatever he has on his mind. Video of this interview can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgZzgjPm-xQ
In this celebrity podcast, I call director Martin Scorcese, and also Robert Deniro. Also a mystery guest calls in. It's weird. Music by Geoff Levin.
Today I interview four major celebrities at the same time. It's a bit of a trainwreck. Watch it on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RccgIEdUgQ
This week, legendary writer/producer/director Garry Marshall left the theater. I share my grateful observations.
In which I discover an essay about a trip to Wilmington, Delaware where I discovered I was prejudiced, and also talk about Murder (I'm against it.)
In my podcast I reveal my innermost secrets. The ones we all know. Improv with Tait, music by Geoff. Fun by golly.
Podcast for April 3, 2016, wherein I give thanks. Need thanks? I'm giving it out for free all day today.
The first podcast of 2016! Tait Ruppert and I create some fun, and I talk about the year's plans and resolutions. Music by Geoff Levin.
Here I talk about two little discussed events surrounding the most famous movie franchise in history. And other stuff.
In which Jim describes a trip to the UK, unexpected good luck, and beauty in unlikely places.
Podcast #32 in which I confront Paolo Rossi, who has been using my photos on a dating site to fool women. Really.
Podcast from St. Paul, MN on my speaking tour for the Digital Govt. Summit, all about... stuff.
A conversation with 86 year old St. Louis native Eddie Morrison about the recent killings of unarmed black men. Music by Geoff Levin
I interview Taylor Meskimen and talk about her acting career, and other art forms. Thanks to Geoff Levin for the music.
I reveal my long slow ascent to IMPRESS ME, the show I star in with Ross Marquand on Pop TV, and the close brush with success I managed to skirt.
Live from Corky's, Ben Shelton & Ross Marquand join me to chat about IMPRESS ME. Join us!
Another night to watch IMPRESS ME, and to celebrate, Robert Seigel and I interview Ben Shelton, the series writer/director. Watch IMPRESS ME on Pop TV at 10:30 p.m.
About the IMPRESS ME premiere, the encroaching prison culture, and texting the dead. Music by Geoff Levin Thanks, Tait Ruppert
I interview Ben Shelton, creator/director of Impress Me, which debuts Wednesday, March 18th on Pop TV at 10:30 pm.
Thanks to Geoff Levin for the music.
Today I get to officially announce that IMPRESS ME is the new name of The Impression Guys, and we have a new home, the POP channel- we're a real TV show!
In which I go over my history as a cartoonist, from Hanna-Barbera to Rankin/Bass, & I interview a Corporate Jester.
January 29, 2015, Jim talks about his recent car accident, the Oscars and Infinity. Music by Geoff Levin Improv by Tait Ruppert
I talk about voice acting, my crazy day at The Big Bang Theory, & an interview with an Everest travel entrepreneur. Music by Geoff Levin Improv by Tait Ruppert
Garrison Keillor shares Jims intimate experiences, interview with Drexel Klinger, Cold War Re-enactor. Thanks to Tait Ruppert, and Geoff Levin for the music.
First podcast of the new year, I talk about what I appreciate about casting directors, and also an interview with manners expert, Ms Virginia Porterhouse. Music by Geoff Levin Improv contributions by Tait Ruppert
All about Xmas shopping, an interview by Robert Smeagel of "All Things Kriskringled" with one of the harried checkout people at Walmart. Music by Geoff Levin
This week: Robin Williams toxicology report, and Michael Keaton in Birdman, two haunting things, one bad one good.
My podcast for this week covers some sensitive ground about having an "Almost" career, also an interview with a fellow who is a broker for tattoo advertising on athlete's bodies, and some thoughts about the late, great Arte Johnson.
Jim talks about the genus of business cards, The Impression Guys, Marion Ross, and… depression. Wait, what?
My first podcast from England, and fittingly I interview British rocker Tony Whamoo. Music by Geoff Levin.
I interview one of the founders of The Acting Center school in Los Angeles, actress (and my wonderful wife)Tamra Meskimen.
Here I talk about my history with Jibjab, which is celebrating their 15th anniversary as a successful start up, a relationship that began way back in 2003.
I ramble on quite a bit here about humor, Orson Welles, Monty Python, and why I don't "get" Anchorman.
This week I talk about going to see Kenichi Ebina in his one person show, and many other pear-shaped things
This week, Jim talks about being inspired by a Hollywood TV legend, Larry Storch. Really.
Jim's show, The Impression Guys wins an award! And Jim talks about movies, awards, thinking kind thoughts, Gerald R. Ford, and turning 55. Improvised material by Tait Ruppert and Jim Meskimen, music by Geoff Levin.
Jim Meskimen talks about entertainment, the future of TV and film, and why it's so hard to be a television viewer these days. Improvised material by Tait Ruppert and Jim. Music by Geoff Levin. Bryan Cranston does not appear in this podcast.
This week I talk about the voices in my head, and we hear from Martin Scorsese, Bryan Cranston, and Anthony Hopkins. Music by Geoff Levin, thanks to Tait Ruppert for improvising with me. Watch The Impression Guys on the SoulPancake Channel on YouTube.
The Jim Meskimen podcast, this time about having a video tribute to Robin Williams go viral, and what that meant to me, also some comedy from Jim & Tait, some Nixon stuff… just some stuff I wanted to let you know. Contact me via http://www.jimmeskimen.com and let me know how you like this podcast, or reasons why I should stop and let other people talk.
My first self-originated podcast. I talk about events of the last day or so, which happen to include the triumph of Paul McCartney and the tragedy of Robin Williams. Music for this podcast was created by Geoff Levin.