The Get Off My Lawn Podcast: Recent Episodes
Kevin, your genial host
Craig is away on assignment this week (read: vacation), so our fearless film critic Tim fills in as guest announcer. We are talking Star Trek this week with author and screenwriter David Mack. And Tim and Kevin discuss Skinamarink... the horror... the horror.
It's the first episode of 2023! Craig and I discuss the women in my life, then Beth Lapidis talks about her new audiobook. Our film critic Tim dives into the controversy of "The Whale," and I discuss one of many reasons to dislike Adam Sandler.
Deck them halls, trim those boughs of holly, and join us for our very special Christmas episode. There will be caroling, story-telling by the fire, a visit from St. Nicholas himself, and interpretive dance (luckily, this is not a video podcast, or the dancing would scar you for life). Joining us to talk about writing and lawyering is David H. Steinberg. Then Tim reviews the Avatar sequel, or he tries to but Kevin keeps interrupting. There may or may not be an Easter egg after the credits, though considering the season, maybe it should be called a Christmas egg?
Broadcasting legend Mark Thompson discusses moving "The Mark Thompson" show from terrestrial radio to online live-streaming. We also discuss the pitfalls and challenges of working in "new media." Also, Announcer Craig and I desperately 9almost pathetically) try to get Volvo to sponsor the podcast.
We've got Mark Thompson from the Mark & Brian radio show to talk about his new book and the state of broadcast radio. Hooty hoo! Even if you didn't listen to M&B, Mark has had a unique radio career, and it was an amazing opportunity to chat with him. But wait... there's more! Act now, and you can also listen to our film critic Tim discuss the latest Will Smith movie and the Knives Out sequel... that's two reviews for the price of none! And there may or may not be a few Easter Eggs for M&B fans along the way. Be good humans!
We talk to two writers on this installment of the podcast. First up, Mike Reiss who has written for stage and screen (and books and leaflets and frankly every other form of media) talks about life in the writer room for The Simpsons, Johnny Carson, Garry Shandling, Ice Age, ALF, and my personal favorite The Critic. Then Herbie J. Pilato returns to discuss his latest book about the Christmas season. Plus we have Tim discussing RRR... spoiler alert: NOT a Christmas movie.
The Rev. Rob Lee joins us to discuss civil rights, online activism, and Star Trek. Tim joins us to discuss Christmas movies, and we try to figure out an adjective to describe him.
We catch up with our genial host and our intrepid announcer, we explain where we've been and what we've been up to, we chat with Kevin O'Connor, longtime house of "This Old House," and we find out our resident film critic Tim's Top 5 of '22... and there may or may not be a post-credit Easter Egg.
Edward James Olmos narrates a story of the birth and life of Jesus, accompanied by a massive choir and orchestra
There's a place on Earth that some describe as the happiest place. For legal reasons, we won't name the specific happy place, but I have fond (even happy) memories of it. At such a place, around this time of year, a beautifully produced Christmas musical production is undertaken, complete with a story of the birth of Jesus. No mention of Santa, and no mention of a certain cartoon rodent often seen in the aforementioned happy place. On this particular year, all-around good guy Dick Van Dyke served as the narrator. Enjoy, and merry Christmas.
Welcome to October. We dig deep for a two-decade old conversation about two "mostly dead" people, aka folks who had near-death experiences. The Philosodorks talk about the philosophy of patriotism, the WSMG guys trash talk each other, and Tim reviews The Battle of the Sexes.
This week features a conversation about what goes on behind the microphone with Brian Whitman, whose voice is known to fans of Tim Conway Jr and Rick Dees, and who can currently be heard every morning on AM870's "Morning Answer." We also ponder economic philosophy with Philosodorks Rich and Jessie, live and direct from Rich's hospital bed. And film critic Tim tells us whether Tim Curry has been ousted as Pennywise the Clown.
We celebrate some unsigned artists, including Venus Leone, Hichchair Kings, and Calling All Astronauts. We discuss fine art, game shows, Aubrey Plaza, and our resident philosopher gets drunk and sings. As always, no puns intended & pants are optional.
Cancelled guests, dead batteries, audio glitches, and other perils shall not prevent this week's podcast. We talk about Mr. Rogers, we mock Millennials, and we review the latest Samuel L Jackson film. Thanks for MelodySheep for permission to include the song heard at the top of the show.
Not a typical installment of the podcast. In this episode, listen to the words of FDR, MLK, RFK, Mandela, John Lennon, Dick Gregory, Ronald Reagan, Barbara Jordan, W.B. Yeats, and Alfred Lord Tennyson. Just something to think about and reflect upon as we face the events shaping our nation. #resist
This week we talk classic TV with Herbie J Pilato, who literally wrote the book on Bewitched, Gidget, Kung Fu, and others. The Straight Meets Gay triad debates the merits of morning people vs. night owls, the Philosodork duo tackles the intersection of faith and philosophy, and the Tim monopoly gazes up at the Dark Tower.
In our neverending quest to expose you to new areas of creativity, we talk with the creator and co-star of "Star Trek Continues," easily one of the best pieces of fan-fiction on the internet. Also, the trio from the When Straight Meets Gay podcast reveal whether they would date a hipster, the Philosodorks think therefore they are, and Tim reviews "Detroit," which is not a Disney flick.
We are back, new and improved, yet still making mistakes. We've got Craig "The Lovemaster" Shoemaker backstage at the Improv. We've got the guys from the "When Straight Meets Gay" podcast tackling the question "How gay is Hollywood?" We've got the Philosodorks defining philosophy. We've got Tim reviewing "Atomic Blonde." We've got it all... except for fame, fortune, and success.
New episodes drop July 30th. In the meantime, here's some of what you missed, as well as the remixed theme song. Enjoy.
I talk about the Peace Corps and Kazakhstan with Peace Corps Director Carrie Hessler-Radelet, professor and author Jeff Fearnside, Jesuit-in-training Tony Lusvardi, and rock cellist Ivan Trevino from Break of Reality. Plus, I tell the complete story of getting shot by the Russian mafia.
The creators of the CBS series Numb3rs joined me at the Fair Oaks Pharmacy to talk about what went into making the show, and what they're currently working on. And comedian John Caponera talks about his Vinyl Fetish.
Comedian and author John Caponera joined me for lunch at Jerry's Deli to chat about his new book, his short-lived sitcom, Jay Leno, and life on the road. And Javier Grillo Marxuach talks about his Vinyl Fetish as fellow writers Adam Lash and Cori Uchida drop by for coffee.
You might recognize the name Javier Grillo Marxuach from TV shows like Lost, The 100, Charmed, or his own short lived series The Middleman. He's been selected to lead the reboot of Xena, and I talk to him about all of those shows and more. Plus, Billboard writer Fred Bronson tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
This week we are live-on-tape from Vitello's with Fred Bronson, who has written countless articles for Billboard Magazine, as well as memorable episodes from the Star Trek franchise. We talk about American Idol, Dick Clark, Tom Snyder, and internet criticism.
No interview this week. Instead, here's an aircheck tape from my radio days in the mid 1990s to hold you over. Happy New Year!
Musician Brian Weidemann talks music AND plays music... and there are cats in the house. Also, Craig & Kevin review "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" -- SPOILERS
Best known for his Emmy winning series, Dr Katz Professional Therapist, comedian Jonathan Katz joins me and attempts to get me to be funny. Also, musician/songwriter Brian Weidemann tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
Photographer Kevin Ebi joins me to discuss the creativity and business of picture taking, as well as KPLU... and kidney donating. Also, comedian Jonathan Katz tells us about his vinyl fetish.
Friday the 13th writer Victor Miller joins us to chat about horror films, daytime television, and we do a little psychoanalysis. And photographer/author Kevin Ebi tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
Join all of this season's guests as they discuss the music and the vinyl that inspires them. Featuring Bill Scheft, Vic Cohen, Bob Perlow, Tessa Souter, Alannah Myles, Rench from Ganstagrass, Paul Magers, and Michael Coulombe.
This week the venue is the guest, as the celebrate the art and beauty to be found at the LA Auto Show. Kevin and Craig offer up criticism and commentary on the cars on display. Photos from the auot show can be found on our Facebook page. Also, Michael Coulombe tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
Filmmaker, wine enthusiast, hyphenate Michael Coulombe sits down with us in his backyard bar to discuss making movies, leaving the "909", and growing up in a haunted house. Naughty words are used.
Longtime Los Angeles news anchor Paul Magers joins us for a candid talk from his home. And our announcer Craig helped conduct the interview. Still looking for a sponsor to subsidize our continued brilliance. Oh yeah, this episode contains words that would've gotten your mouth washed out with soap as a child. Listener discretion is advised.
The sultry voice of jazz singer Tessa Souter joins us on tonight's podcast. Her soulful lyrics are some of my personal favorites, and she discusses her life, her inspirations, and all things jazz. Also, CBS2 news anchor Paul Magers tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
Grammy winning singer/songwriter Alannah Myles gives us an education in entertainment law and accounting, and jazz singer Tessa Souter tells us about her Vinyl Fetish.
Rench, the driving force behind the Emmy nominated group Grangstagrass, talks about merging bluegrass and hip-hop, and author Bill Scheft talks about his Vinyl Fetish
Bob Perlow, author of "The Warm Up Guy" and writer of countless sitcoms talks Robin Williams, Night Court, The Tonight Show, and more. Plus Rench from Ganstagrass tells us about his Vinyl Fetish.
Vic Cohen is the subject of Howie Mandel's new documentary, "Committed," as well as a stand-up comic, actor, and performance artist. We lunched at Canter's Deli. Yum.
Bill Scheft , author of "Shrink Thyself," talks about David Letterman, Bill Maher, Jay Leno, memorable moments in late night TV, and how to write monologue jokes.
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