Sam McMurray’s career is basically a map of TV History. From Friends to Golden Girls, Freaks & Geeks to Raising Arizona, King of Queens to Sopranos, he brings us stories about Matthew Perry, Estelle Getty, Jerry Stiller, and so much more. Episode 255 is out now. www.youtube.com/watch?v=oNzS...

Adrienne Barbeau takes us from a Vietnam-era USO tour through Asia to Broadway (Fiddler, Grease), Maude, and horror classics. She shares wild stories about Lear, Bea Arthur, Burt Reynolds, and a round of IMDB Roulette, proving that at 80, she’s still chasing the next adventure.

Join us for a look at two powerful stories. This week, we explored the century-long King Family entertainment legacy with Cam Clarke, who discusses his new book and voiceover career. Plus, Jamie Alcroft joins us to share his work with LAFF4LIFE, organ transplant advocacy, and a message of hope.

In our latest episode, we’re joined by actress-turned-filmmaker and elder care advocate Susie Singer Carter, and actor-director Kevin Tighe. Susie shares her doc No Country for Old People, and Kevin reflects on Emergency! the show, Roadhouse, and a career shaped by craft, service, and storytelling.

Erin Murphy (Tabitha from Bewitched) joins us with rich behind-the-scenes stories: twin swapping on set, memories of Dick York and Dick Sargent, iconic guest stars, and the polka-dot episode Elizabeth Montgomery loved. Warm, funny, and nostalgic Ep. 245 is now streaming everywhere!

Three Little House on the Prairie legends reunite! Alison Arngrim, Dean Butler, and Karen Grassle join us to talk typecasting, Michael Landon, on-set stories, the new documentary, and December’s big cast reunion. Buckle up for a warm, funny trip back to Walnut Grove on Media Path Podcast. Ep. 244

From The Little House on the Prairie to our studio, three Walnut Grove legends join us. Dean Butler, Alison Arngrim, and Karen Grassle sit down with us for a catch-up that spans on-set stories and life beyond Walnut Grove. Ep. 244 is streaming everywhere on 11/27/25. #littlehouseontheprairie

John Kapelos drops Hughes secrets, Candy memories, improv chaos, and the wild tale of how Martin Sheen ended up granting him absolution years after The Breakfast Club. From Second City to Shermer High, this episode is packed. Breakfast Club fans, you need this one. Ep 243 is now streaming.

On the latest episode, author Greg Cope White takes us behind one of Norman Lear’s final projects, Boots, adapted from his book The Pink Marine, while author Michael Gregg Michaud unravels the mystery of Hollywood’s vanished star, Christopher Jones. Episode 242 is now streaming everywhere.

The Bangles x The Cowsills: it’s more than a crossover, it’s a love story written in perfect harmony. We had the pleasure of speaking with Vicki Peterson, John Cowsill, and Bob Cowsill about love, legacy, and the songs that brought it all full circle. Ep 224: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPFe...

Mark Malkoff & Jimmy Brogan pull back The Tonight Show curtain to reveal the real Johnny Carson: the legend, the lore, & the man behind them both. From Joan Rivers to Garry Shandling, backstage myths to Midwestern manners, it’s a fascinating look at the King of Late Night. Ep 241 is now streaming.

Rhonda Shear joins us to share her fearless path from 90s late-night TV to lingerie mogul. Her hit USA show Up All Night returns to Oct 25 with the Kings of Horror YouTube channel. From crashing soundstages to creating the Ahh Bra, dive in and enjoy. Media Path ep 240 is now streaming everywhere.

For 50 years, Off The Wall Improv has kept Hollywood laughing. Original members Andy Goldberg, Wendy Cutler, & Paul Willson share stories from Cheers, Mork & Mindy, and more. Plus, filmmaker Andrew Jameson joins us with his Roku doc Faces of the City. Now streaming: youtu.be/yaUJ70Pmwnk?...

Detroit's Black Bottom, once a hub of black community under segregation, is the backdrop for a sweeping saga of survival and criminal enterprise. We recently talked about the new novel Sins of Survivors with Joe McClean and Blair Underwood, written by Joe & presented by Blair! youtu.be/t1dmqoTmX9g

Congresswoman Laura Friedman contributed to Los Angeles Magazine's coverage of recent immigration raids and arrests in its latest issue with the piece 'L.A. Under Attack' We had the pleasure of speaking with the Congresswoman when she was still campaigning, back in December of 2023 apple.co/3TBGSLm

Law professor & MSNBC legal analyst @barbmcquade.bsky.social joined us recently to talk about her book Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America We discuss how disinformation is chipping away at our democratic institutions & what you can do about it youtu.be/XmGURT9f25w

Rick Springfield talks about the cultural climate which set the stage for his enormous, enduring global hit, 'Jessie's Girl', watch the full episode here: youtu.be/8pys0xQZg1Q #rickspringfield #80smusic #rockmusic #80s

Today's movie recommendation is "Rocketman", an over-the top, surrealistic Elton John "biopic" (loosely, very dramatized). To quote: "An Elton John biopic was never going to be understated, but this glittering jukebox musical goes way over the top and then keeps going." Unapologetically gay. #Movies

"They'd never make that movie now, they'd rather make one $300 million movie than thirty Mystic Pizza's." -- Actor William R. Moses on the current state of the industry. Full interview here: Apple Podcasts: apple.co/4mAZRS8 Spotify: spoti.fi/4dz53li

Everyone is talking about these TV shows so we wanted to join the conversation 😊 We asked our producer’s 13-year-old son for his thoughts on Adolescence + a look behind the scenes of The Pitt with actress Lesley Boone (nurse Lena)! youtu.be/TBu9vEfcZd4

Only Jo Anne Worley would pull a tomato out of her sleeve, salt it and take a big bite in the middle of a key court scene in The Mikado! A presence so electric we felt a charge running through the studio 🤩⚡️ Youtube youtu.be/7WFg1P0qCCA Apple Podcasts apple.co/3FUsjxB Spotify spoti.fi/4lcs2WK

An image that almost certainly will end up in history books

So, I was like, "How about a 25 hour speech?" And Cory was like, "Keep talking." And I was like, "You're the one who's going to be doing all the talking!" And we all laughed and someone snapped a photo. #history #CoryBooker

Mounting evidence that we are on the verge of a constitutional crisis.

There are definitely occasions when people are turned off at learning that when politics are brought up on our show, we have a very liberal slant. That's OK with us, because as much as we love classic and retro entertainment, we also love speaking out about our beliefs.

Republican talking points about siding with Putin because Nato allies are not paying their share is like saying your friend owes you money and so you're joining the mob and taking his house. #nato #ukraine

Sharon Scott Williams bares her soul in a play called Crazy Mama, a powerful, personal story that provides a conduit to conversations about mental illness, trauma & family dynamics. Sharon, the play's director & her husband Anson Williams & its star Linda Purl join us to discuss youtu.be/FvoSsWbiBWI

Robbie Robertson taught him guitar chords, Anthony Quinn gave him sage advice, Sunday afternoons were spent with Scorsese at Margot Kidder's beach house and he co-starred in the first theatrical feature to address the AIDS epidemic. Bruce Davison's incomparable showbiz stories: spoti.fi/49Fch5D

We had the distinct pleasure of interviewing the incredible and inspiring Jasmine Crockett on our show last year. Here she is recalling one of her earliest instances of standing up for what was right, and got a teacher's mistake corrected! Full episodes here: apple.co/4b6epCA spoti.fi/3xPdiJb

Oops, Brian Glenn. "Why don't you wear a suit?" was the question you were supposed to ask Elon Musk. President Zelenskyy leads a nation that has been attacked and at war for three years. #bulliesneverprosper

Michelle Obama: Kids should have nutritious meals. The pro-life party: This is an outrage! RFK Jr: Kids should have measles, mumps, and polio. The pro-life party: Yes, king! Tell it like it is!

Gene Hackman, John Randolph , and Wayne Rogers on The Invaders (1967).

Thank you Jane.

"That's not how facts work" -- Brian Karem, author of 'Free the Press: The Death of American Journalism and How to Revive It' on Trump waging war against the journalists who challenge him, on his path towards gaining dictatorial power. Listen to the full episode here: spoti.fi/4b6vTQF

A wonderful new interview with Kelly Bishop on the @mediapathpod.bsky.social podcast! Enjoy! #GilmoreGirls #TheThirdGilmoreGirl

Grateful for everyone continuing to keep the fight for democracy alive 🙏 #January6 Image Credit: whenweallvote.org

@mediapathpod.bsky.social guest, Joel Brokaw talks about his father, Norman Brokaw’s friendship with Berry Gordy. Link to full episode in bio. www.tiktok.com/t/ZTYCpSL9q/

Little White Lies - Ella Fitzgerald with Chick Webb and his Orchestra (1939). Chick Webb discovered Ella Fitzgerald. She won a singing contest at the Apollo Theater in 1934, which led to her joining his orchestra. Thank you, Chick! www.youtube.com/watch?v=oK_a...

At @mediapathpod.bsky.social we welcome James Tormé and Melissa Tormé-March to celebrate the 80th anniversary of their father, Mel Tormé's The Christmas Song. And Joel Brokaw shares his book about his Dad, agent to the stars, Norman Brokaw. youtu.be/koDbE43r2ic apple.co/3ZTyidG spoti.fi/4gdGivC

Give us a sign Elizabeth 🔮🙏

Thursday: James Tormé,Melissa Tormé-March talk about the history behind timeless holiday classic "The Christmas Song" (composed by their dad Mel Tormé), Joel Brokaw’s book about his legendary Hollywood agent father Norman Brokaw is ‘Driving Marilyn’, they’re keeping their icon parents’ legacy alive!

We recently spoke with Harry Shearer about why voiceover work for The Simpsons is unique, the audio breakthroughs which led to the stunning series in which he reenacts the actual Nixon tapes (Nixon’s The One), experience with Lorne Michaels on #SNL, Spinal Tap II & more, an incredible conversation!!

The only person Republicans have ever found fault with for owning a gun or not paying taxes has been pardoned. It's the right thing do. #Hunter #PresidentBiden

Newsweek (December 6, 1976)

Early in his career, Director Robert Aldrich told very handsome actor Bruce Davison to be a character actor! Bruce joins us to talk #acting, friendship, life, Willard, #Ozark, 1923, X-Men, Longtime Companion, Last Summer, #Seinfeld and Mame! apple.co/3CVDbtq spoti.fi/49Fch5D youtu.be/3PwHUMUCg8o

Hello & welcome new followers!! We're podcasters Fritz Coleman (former NBCLA weathercaster) & Louise Palanker (co-founder of Premiere Radio Networks), 'woke boomers' who interview classic entertainment icons & public figures -- from Anson Williams to Adam Schiff, please say hi, we'd love to connect!

We are about to start another era that future conservatives won't want taught in schools.

A number of artists and creators have made their home on Bluesky, and we hear their concerns with other platforms training on their data. We do not use any of your content to train generative AI, and have no intention of doing so.

It was fun to talk to Louise @louisepalanker.bsky.social and Fritz Coleman about working during the '70s at the center of the variety show universe. We also got serious and talked about the physical, emotional and financial abuse I dealt with from my parents as a child actor Take a listen.