Fascination Street

Pete Evick - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Pete Evick. Pete is the guitar player for The Bret Michaels Band. In this episode we chat about when and how he got into music, how he ended up playing with Bret Michaels, and some of the cool shows, and places they have played. We also talk about Pete's book: THE MOMENTS THAT MAKE US, and his candle company SHINING SOL. We talk a little bit about how time seems to fly faster the older you get, and we close the show talking about why we should all be nicer to each other...plus I play 'This Ain't The Life' by his own band Evick. ENJOY!Follow Pete on social media:Twit: @ShiningSolTweetInsta: @Pete_Evick & @ShiningSolCandleFB: Official Pete Evick & Shining Sol Candle CompanyBuy the book: https://amzn.to/2k3WngAVisit the candle store: www.shiningsol.comCatch Pete on tour with Bret Michaels Band: BretMichaels.com

Christopher Downie - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Christopher Downie. Christopher is a film maker from Scotland who has made several short films based on, and / or inspired by Kevin Smith. In this episode we chat about growing up in Scotland, deciding to go to film school, and of course we talk about his short films and his first feature film called SHOOTING CLERKS. Shooting Clerks is a film that tells the story of Kevin Smith and the making of Clerks. As it so happens; Shooting Clerks will be shown at the San Diego Comicon THIS SATURDAY, JULY 20th!Follow Christopher on social media:Twit: @UppieDownieInsta: @TheRealUppieDownieFB: Facebook.com/ShootingClerksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/thebloodyawfulpoet

Chief Gary Batton - ***THIS IS A VULGARITY & PROFANITY FREE EPISODE***A couple of months ago, I got to speak with a wonderfully charming young lady named Shelley Dennis. During that interview, she mentioned that she is part Choctaw and also happened to mention that she knows the Chief of the Choctaw Nation. So I wish to extend a VERY SINCERE "Thank You" to Shelley, and to Angela Batton as well. BOTH of these ladies helped to make this episode possible. I cannot thank you both enough, honestly.Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know the current, and 47th Chief of the Choctaw Nation: Chief Gary Batton. In this episode we chat about some of the history of the Choctaw Nation, some of the things that the Choctaw Nation does to make sure that it's members are taken care of, and we also talk about Gary's meeting the most recent 3 U.S. Presidents. This is a wonderful conversation with a man who is a leader of his people, a man who has gone to great lengths to ensure his people are protected a

Michael Ames - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Michael Ames. Michael is an author who grew up on the East coast and eventually found himself in Idaho (yes, that's a real place). In this episode we chat about great Italian food in New Jersey, then we move on to some hot corduroy talk, before diving head first into his new book. AMERICAN CIPHER: Bowe Bergdahl And The U.S. Tragedy in Afghanistan. This is a pretty fascinating interview and we learn that once again, media coverage of this event was wildly misinformed and widely misreported. Enjoy!Follow Michael on social media:Twit: @MirkelInsta: @MGAmesMichael's website: Michael-Ames.comBuy American Cipher from Amazon: https://amzn.to/2xd7sil

Darcey Steinke - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Darcey Steinke. Darcey is an author who has just put out her SEVENTH book! In this episode we chat about some of her previous books, that time she was in a punk rock band, the TWO times she interviewed Nirvana's Kurt Cobain, and of course we chat about her newly released book FLASH COUNT DIARY: MENOPAUSE AND THE VINDICATION OF NATURAL LIFE. This is a good book for women who have gone, or will go through "The Change". This is also a GREAT book to help men understand just what the hell is going on during and post menopause. I H-I-G-H-L-Y recommend this book. Enjoy!Follow Darcey on social media:Twit: @DarceySteinkeInsta: @SteinkeDarceyFB: Darcey Steinkecheck out her website: DarceySteinke.comGet the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2Rzl2FX

Josh Sutherland - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Josh Sutherland. Josh is the director of a new indie film called CHASING MOLLY which is available right now on Amazon Prime. In this episode we chat about what got Josh into the entertainment industry, and some of the visual effects jobs he has worked on including: Jack Reacher, Pirates Of The Caribbean, and the Bourne movies. Finally, we chat about his new film CHASING MOLLY, and how him and writer Shelley Pack managed to get this thing made. Its a great film, I saw it and really enjoyed it.Follow Josh on social media:Twit: @SutherlandFilmInsta: @SutherlandFilmFB: Sutherland Film Chasing Molly: https://amzn.to/2J1yHC3

Shelley Pack - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know writer & actress; Shelley Pack. In this episode we chat about what led her to get into the entertainment business, and we chat about her new film CHASING MOLLY. Her new film is available on Amazon Prime and I watched it and it was hilarious! Shelley tells us all about this film; from inception to completion, and just how much work it is to undertake a task like that. We do get an insight into what makes Shelley tick, and how her character in this film diverges from how most people see her, given her body of charitable work. Enjoy!Follow Shelley on social media:Twit: @Pack_Shelley & @Chasing_MollyInsta: @ShelleyPack & @ChasingMollyMovieFB: Shelley Pack & Chasing MollyAmazon link to CHASING MOLLY: https://amzn.to/2WRNkwy

850 Quisy - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know veteran, business owner, hip hop beat maker, and music producer 850 Quisy. In this episode, we chat about his growing up as an athlete in Florida, his decision to join the U.S. Army, being in Iraq and why he chose to make San Antonio his new home. We also talk about the path to becoming a self employed business owner, and of course, we talk about his new company Good Dope Records; where he makes beats, and is a music producer. This is a super nice dude, I hope that if you are in need of any of his services, you will reach out to him. This man is going places!Follow 850 Quisy on social media:Twit: @850QuisyInsta: @850_QuisyFB: 850 Quisy

Laura Niemi - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know actress and director: Laura Niemi. Laura is a seasoned actress that you know from Veep, Justified, NCIS LA, Bones, Rizzoli & Isles, FIREFLY, & THIS IS US! In this episode we chat about her being in an alternative band that toured the country opening for Marilyn Manson, her getting into acting, and ultimately directing. We also talk about her time working on FIREFLY, Castle, and of course the biggest show on television: THIS IS US! …. What is it like to work with Milo???? Find out now! Enjoy!!Follow Laura on social media:Twit: @LauraNiemiInsta: @LauraNiemiFB: Laura Niemi

Stephen Jimenez: Part 2 - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street for PART 2 of my interview with author Stephen Jimenez. Stephen was a screenwriter who went to Laramie, Wyoming in search of enough information to write a screen play about the tragic and gruesome murder of Matthew Shepard. What he found instead were enough bread crumbs to start his own investigation into what REALLY happened that October night in 1998. In this episode we finish our conversation about the details and events that led to the tragic murder of Matthew. We also talk about the impact of this event on the lives of those in Laramie, and on the life of the author. THIS IS PART 2.Follow Stephen on social media:FB: The Book Of MattStephen's website: StephenJimenez.netBuy the book: https://amzn.to/2ESO9Pq

Stephen Jimenez: Part 1 -Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know author Stephen Jimenez. Stephen was a screenwriter who went to Laramie, Wyoming in search of enough information to write a screen play about the tragic and gruesome murder of Matthew Shepard. What he found instead were enough bread crumbs to start his own investigation into what REALLY happened that October night in 1998. In this episode we chat about what made Stephen want to be a writer, and why he initially went to Laramie. We also talk about some of the details and information that he uncovered, and some of the things that were reported incorrectly, if at all in this highly sensationalized story. THIS IS PART 1.Follow Stephen on social media:FB: The Book Of MattStephen's website: StephenJimenez.netBuy the book: https://amzn.to/2ESO9Pq

Raffaello Degruttola - Take a walk down Fascination Street with me as I get to know Raffaello Degruttola. Raffaello is a writer, director, actor living in London and making movies that are important to him. In this episode, we discuss what it was like to be directed by Hollywood legends Ron Howard in the film Rush, and Steven Spielberg in Saving Private Ryan. We also talk about some of Raff's previous films, and his new film that is about to hit the festival circuit: Transference. He did send me the film to watch with my wife and WE LOVED IT! Of course we chat about other things as well including the film in theaters no that he is in with Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson: The Hustle. Enjoy!Follow Raffaello on social media:Twit: @RaffDegruttolaInsta:@RaffD also @ControVentoFilmsFB: Contro Vento FilmsVimeo: Raffaello DegruttolaControVentoFilms.com

Shelley Dennis - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Shelley Dennis. Shelley is an actress, producer, writer, and comedienne in Los Angeles who was kind enough to chat with me about where she grew up and what led her to the entertainment business; we have a lot of fun doing it! In this episode we also talk about her Native American heritage, working in the virtual reality space, and something super cool that she can do with her left nostril.... just the left one. Enjoy!Follow Shelley on social media:Twit: @ShelleyDennisInsta: @ShelleyDennisFB: Shelley DennisWebsite: ShelleyDennis.com

Danny R. Smith - Take a walk with me as I get to know retired Los Angeles County Homicide Detective: Danny R. Smith. In this episode, we chat about why Danny decided to become a police officer in the first place, and what led him to the Homicide Division. We touch on some of his more memorable cases, including a tiny bit on the Phil Spector case, and the case of an "Evil Bitch" that haunts him still. Eventually we chat about his transition from police officer to detective fiction novelist. There is a giveaway in this episode, thanks to Mr. Smith's generosity. Enjoy!Follow Danny on social media:FB: Danny R. SmithTwit: @DickieFloyd187Insta: @DickirFloyd The Murder Memo (true crime blog) available at:dickiefloydnovels.comAmazon link to The Dickie Floyd Novels: https://amzn.to/30Ol8xV

Rich Banks - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Rich Banks. Rich is a voice over artist, and musician maybe best known for all of the funny parody songs that he has done for The Adam Carolla Show for the better part of 20 years. In this episode we chat about how he got started in music, and how he transitioned into voiceover and what inspired his foray into parody songs. We chat about how he got involved with the good folks over at Carolla Digital, and finally he lets me play his absolute favorite one of those parody songs! Follow Rich on social media:Twit: @richbanksmusicwebsite: richbanks.com

Alonzo Bodden - Take a walk with me as I get to know comedian Alonzo Bodden. You know Alonzo from (winning) Last Comic Standing, NPR's Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me, and his podcast; Who's Paying Attention. In this episode, we chat about his learning to work on airplanes in high school, him developing into a comedian and the comedy event that changed his life, and of course we talk about why he started a podcast and what it's about. Enjoy!Follow Alonzo on social media:Twit: @AlonzoBoddenInsta: @ZoFunnyFB: Alonzo BoddenWebsite and tour info: AlonzoBodden.com

Adrian Picardi - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know filmmaker Adrian Picardi. In this episode we chat about him going to film school, actually getting into the film industry after school, plus we talk about his tragic loss during his first big film project, and of course, we chat about some of his up coming projects!Follow Adrian on social media:Twit: @AdrianPicardiInsta: @Adrian_PicardiSubscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/adrianpicardi

Glenn Morshower Part 2 - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I continue to get to know actor and teacher Glenn Morshower. This is PART 2 of my interview with Glenn. If you haven't yet listened to part 1; go back and check it out first. In this episode, Glenn and I chat about why he loves teaching so much and what he gets out of it, plus he tells a very sweet story about Martin Sheen, and finally Glenn tells a very thought provoking story about the time he swam with the fishes! Enjoy!!Follow Glenn on social media:FB: Glenn MorshowerFor more information about his acting class The Actors Playground:Email him at: Budipity@aol.com

Glenn Morshower Part 1 - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know veteran actor Glenn Morshower. You know Glenn from such films as: Tango & Cash, Most of The Transformers movies, Black Hawk Down, & Good Night and Good Luck. You also know Glenn from the popular television series: 24, Agents Of Shield, Supergirl, Preacher, and The Resident. In this episode we chat about why Glenn got into acting, he tells some fun stories about a couple of previous Fascination Street guests, and he explains why we should all treat our surroundings like a camp ground! This episode was so fun and engaging that it ended up being a TWO PART episode. So make sure you come back for part 2! Enjoy STREETWALKERS!Follow Glenn on social media:FB: Glenn MorshowerFor more information about his acting class The Actors Playground:Email him at: Budipity@aol.com

Aalics Bronson - Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Aalics Bronson. Aalics is a bass player, tour manager, guitar & bass tech, and a really nice guy. I caught up with Aalics when he was in Dresden, Germany on tour with The Jean Marx Express. In this episode we chat about how Aalics got into music, some of the bands he has worked with including: Living Color, 24/7 Spyz, and the incomparable Miss Lauren Hill. We also chat about how touring in Europe (and beyond) is different than touring in the U.S., plus Aalics tells some really cool stories about being a working musician for decades! Aalics does let me play a Jean Marx Express song in this episode, so Enjoy! (Special shout out to the host of The Bar Star podcast, Steven O'Reilly for setting this up.) Thanks Steven!Follow Aalics on social media: Twit: @spacebuddaInsta: @spacebuddaFB: Aalics Bronson