Spotlight Conversations
By Donna Reed
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Radio personality and voiceover pro Donna Reed interviews friends in the entertainment biz inside her cozy linoleum free recording studio. Unscripted and always entertaining, listen in and find out why music + media are the conversation starters. Theme song: Mark Sparrow, Song Bird Studios | Booth announcer: Joe Szymanski
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Session guitarist Andy Timmons (Danger Danger) talks rock music, 60s influences and his new CD 'Recovery'
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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Guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd talks guitars, blues legend Bobby Rush and a fresh spin on his album 'Young Fashioned Ways'
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Jamie Jamitkowski, marketing guru at Propstore, talks costumes and movie memorabilia from Star Wars to Top Gun
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Emmy-winning writer/producer Rick Mitchell takes on the creative/funny side of speech making with his new book
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Mar 10, 2025 |
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Charismatic frontman Martin Fry of '80s pop group ABC talks touring with Howard Jones, songwriting and a new autobiography 'A Lexicon of Life'
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Author Maria Castellucci Moore talks travel, curiosity and wonder in her new children's book 'Sofia In Rome'
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Jan 07, 2025 |
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Author Gary Dean Petersen talks about his new book 'The Self-Education Manual', and how learning anything new can really be oh so easy
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Author Tripp Whetsell talks about television legend Norman Lear, show business stories and teaching gig at Emerson College
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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UK band 'The 286' talks about their orchestral rock music style, history of their band's name and why side hustles matter
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Oct 29, 2024 |
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Bruce Blackman, lead singer for 70's band 'Starbuck' talks about Yacht Rock and the inspiration for his song 'Moonlight Feels Right'
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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Author Frank Payne talks about his new children's book 'Webster The Beagle' and how this one special dog built a legacy of caring
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Sep 19, 2024 |
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Children's book author Lisa Maggiore talks about her new book, the new rules on publishing and why scary stories matter
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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Marty Scott of 'Liverpool Legends' (a tribute band to the Beatles) talks about touring, a little luck and the late George Harrison's sister, Louise
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Aug 30, 2024 |
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Author Scott Sollers talks about writing children's books, why golf matters and who inspires him
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Aug 29, 2024 |
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North Carolina photographer Bill Reaves talks concerts, rock stars and what it takes to get the perfect photo shoot
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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George Schlatter, creator of 60's TV show 'Laugh-In', talks Hollywood, laughter and his take on creativity today
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Aug 14, 2024 |
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Houston community leader Gloria Zenteno talks about her organization Barrio Dogs and family traditions with a band called 'Zenteno Spirit'
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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Veteran NBC producer/reporter Mark Barger talks about the Olympic Games in Paris and behind the scenes in sports broadcasting
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Jul 31, 2024 |
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KCAL TV film critic Grae Drake talks Hollywood, Ms. Moviefone and that interview with actor Paul Rudd
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Jul 16, 2024 |
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Author Holly George-Warren, Grammy nom and writer of 'Dolly Parton Behind the Seams' talks music, biographies and a college reunion at the "hippie house"
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Jun 19, 2024 |
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Television game show announcer Randy West talks about the art of voiceover, green room stories and how Johnny Olsen inspired it all
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May 29, 2024 |
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Actor Steve Gelder talks theatre success, Hollywood life, radio days, and why his dream acting gig is playing the part of Klingon #3
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May 24, 2024 |
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Talent Manager 'Hoss' of Hoss Management talks radio, voiceover careers, and why doing the work is better than getting results
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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The backstory of BMX Champions, skate parks and rockin' art work with City of Houston executive Sally Bradford
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Apr 13, 2024 |
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Grammy nominated songwriter Bill Lloyd of 80's country rock duo Foster and Lloyd talks songwriting, Nashville, and gigs with Ray Davies and Carl Perkins
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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Voiceover pro Dan Nachtrab talks about his career, what it takes to be a pro, and opens up about his new gig as a voice coach
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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ACM Talent Manager Jeff Umberger talks voiceover careers, managing talent, and how his own acting career started it all
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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Film Critic and Texas radio personality T.j. Callahan talks Academy Awards, red carpet moments, and that deep fried butter recipe at Rodeo Houston
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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Matt Cundill, host of the 'Sound Off Podcast' talks audiences, priorities, radio, AI and why 'riches are in the niches'
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Jan 30, 2024 |
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Legendary radio personality Jo Maeder 'The Rock and Roll Madame', talks radio, writing books and why auctioneering should be your next side hustle
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Jan 11, 2024 |
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Author Bev Cuevas talks about life as a Swinging Sixties stewardess in 'Behind Her Smile'; inflight stories, plus that kiss with Elvis
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Dec 05, 2023 |
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Canadian voice talent Paul Boucher on why business savvy, technology and training matters in your voiceover career
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Nov 28, 2023 |
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Houston radio DJ Chris Alan talks broadcasting, his infamous HTown restaurants and the story behind FavoriteRadioShirts.com
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Nov 14, 2023 |
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'Johnny Folsom 4' Bass Player Steve Eisenstadt talks music night at Daryl's House, cover bands, and keeping the spirit of Johnny Cash alive on tour
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Oct 31, 2023 |
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Author David Menconi talks about Americana music, playlists, and his new book, 'Oh, Didn't They Ramble-Rounder Records and the Transformation of American Roots Music'
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Oct 10, 2023 |
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Actor-Director Sara Gaston talks showbiz, indie films, The Groundlings and her new screenplay "Sanchos and Ponchos"
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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Singer/songwriter Michael Daughtry talks about Billboard charting hit "Nothing Special", fellow Berklee College of Music classmate John Mayer and what it takes to write a hit song
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Aug 29, 2023 |
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WMMS The Buzzard Morning Zoo radio legend Jeff Kinzbach and wife Patti talk life after radio, highway stories and why they said yes to 'Rocking the RV Life'
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Jun 28, 2023 |
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Morning Radio Host Josie Dye of Indie88 in Toronto talks radio, cool moms, content and her love of music festivals.
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May 30, 2023 |
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Voiceover talent Dave Crockett talks radio, studio setups and the true story behind his ever popular character Nigel Woodcock.
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May 16, 2023 |
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Voiceover pro Jeff Berlin talks radio days, his stellar voice career, and how the phrase 'Sound Syrup' started it all.
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May 02, 2023 |
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Actor and Director Joe Grisaffi talks about his movies 'Laughing Boy' and 'Conjoined' plus his cool gig in 'Stranger Things'.
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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Audiobook Narrator Mike Lenz talks voiceover, podcasts, political careers and the art of breadmaking.
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Mar 14, 2023 |
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Author Anne Beall, CEO and founder of Beall Research talks marketing, women-empowered stories and the hidden messages in fairy tales.
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Jan 11, 2023 |
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Realtor, author and entrepreneur Monika Strand helps children make the move to a new home with her book 'Welcome Home!'"
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Dec 21, 2022 |
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Voice talent and coach Dan Friedman gets real about audio, radio and 80's rock guitar icons.
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Aug 17, 2022 |
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Audio engineering pro and voice coach Don Baarns talks tech, audiobooks and why Punch and Roll recording skills are true timesavers.
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Jul 20, 2022 |
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Radio marketer Dwight Douglas talks about his book 'True Radio Confessions', why he likes doodling and the (almost) famous DJ Herbie Klotenfelder.
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Jul 13, 2022 |
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LSU professor and author Bob Mann talks journalism, politics and his autobiography 'Backrooms And Bayous.'
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Jul 12, 2022 |
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Singer-songwriter Parthenon Huxley talks touring with former band members of ELO, those write ups in Rolling Stone and the truth behind memoir titles.
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Jun 22, 2022 |
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Director Troy Carlton talks about his new film 'Birdies The Movie', a true love of golf and two words he's famous for saying on the set.
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Jun 08, 2022 |
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Children's book author and Amazon Best Seller Alysson Bourque talks writing, creativity and why The Duchess of York loves her books
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May 20, 2022 |
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WRAL Raleigh morning radio show host Bill Jordan gets real about broadcasting and baby boomers with his book 'Embrace The Boom'
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May 10, 2022 |
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Mystery author Elizabeth Spann Craig talks writing, inspiration and publishing
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Apr 19, 2022 |
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Narrator Bob Souer talks audiobooks, the art of narration and why he's 'The Second Nicest Guy in Voiceover'.
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Apr 13, 2022 |
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WRAL TV 5 television journalist Amanda Lamb talks books, journalism and family
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Mar 29, 2022 |
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Audiobook narrator Todd Waites talks studios, voice training and auditions
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Mar 10, 2022 |
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Texas history author Mike Vance talks about storytelling, creativity, and why he loves historical research.
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Feb 17, 2022 |
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Houston's photographer Al Torres talks about his iconic photos, cover art, and what inspires him.
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Feb 03, 2022 |
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Lone Star 92.5's 'Rock Professor' Ted McKay chats about traditional and internet radio, life after music and his charity work with animals.
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Jan 27, 2022 |
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Houston radio and marketing guru Joe Pogge talks audiences, broadcasting and the truth about campaign formulas.
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Jan 20, 2022 |
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Guitarist Mark Sparrow, the man behind the music intro of 'Spotlight Conversations' talks about his new band 'Steam Town Road', touring with The Romantics, Rick Derringer and more.
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Jan 12, 2022 |
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Tech wizard Michael Farnum talks about IT, the future of AI, and how solving puzzles could make you the next tech pro!
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Dec 22, 2021 |
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Radio personality and community advocate Irish Dave talks broadcasting, The Fighting Irish, and how fellow DJ Paul 'Cubby' Bryant of WKTU inspired him.
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Dec 16, 2021 |
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The Ira David Wood interview
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Dec 08, 2021 |
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The Webb Wilder interview
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Nov 30, 2021 |
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The David Menconi interview
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Nov 24, 2021 |
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The Joe Szymanski Part II interview
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Nov 10, 2021 |
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The Dayna Steele, The Woman in the Mirror interview
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Nov 03, 2021 |
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The Jeff & Patti Kinzbach interview
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Oct 20, 2021 |
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The Ron Parker interview
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Oct 13, 2021 |
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The Marc Isaacs interview
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Oct 07, 2021 |
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The Curtis Michael interview
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Sep 29, 2021 |
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The Beau Weaver interview
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Sep 22, 2021 |
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The Michael Elliott interview
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Sep 15, 2021 |
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The Kaya Black interview
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Sep 08, 2021 |
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The Stefan Rybak interview
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Sep 01, 2021 |
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The Mike Wheless interview
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Aug 25, 2021 |
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The Liz Fodor interview
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Aug 18, 2021 |
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The Jamie Hoover interview
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Aug 11, 2021 |
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The Mike McGuff interview
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Aug 04, 2021 |
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The Hawkeye in the Morning interview
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Jul 28, 2021 |
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The Ed 'Flash' Ferenc of WMMS The Buzzard interview
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Jul 21, 2021 |
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The Record Store Day with Carrie Colliton interview
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Jul 14, 2021 |
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The Adam Boardman Adam-12 interview
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Jun 30, 2021 |
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The Amanda Lamb, WRAL TV5 reporter interview
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Jun 22, 2021 |
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The Dwight Douglas radio consultant interview
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Jun 16, 2021 |
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The Steve Reynolds interview
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May 26, 2021 |
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The Anthony Mendez interview
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May 19, 2021 |
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The Jenny Lecoat interview
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May 05, 2021 |
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The Scott Sean White interview
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Apr 28, 2021 |
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The Andy Waldrop inteview
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Apr 21, 2021 |
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The J. Scott interview
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Apr 13, 2021 |
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The Bill Whitbeck interview
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Apr 12, 2021 |
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The Rod Abernethy interview
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Mar 31, 2021 |
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The Ernie Manouse interview
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Mar 23, 2021 |
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The Matt Cundill interview
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Mar 10, 2021 |
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The Phil Zachary interview
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Mar 03, 2021 |
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The Thad Cockrell interview
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Feb 24, 2021 |
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The Steve Gelder & Grae Drake interview
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Feb 17, 2021 |
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The Bob Ford interview
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Feb 10, 2021 |
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The Al Farb interview
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Feb 03, 2021 |
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The "Bob the Blade" Robinson interview
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Jan 27, 2021 |
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The Michael Kurtz interview
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Jan 13, 2021 |
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The Sean Ross interview
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Jan 05, 2021 |
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The Eric Sandler interview
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Dec 30, 2020 |
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The Doug Harris interview
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Dec 23, 2020 |
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The Joe Wehunt interview
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Dec 15, 2020 |
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The Holly George Warren interview
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Dec 09, 2020 |
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The Jenny Law K95.5 interview
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Dec 08, 2020 |
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The Jake Reiner interview
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Dec 02, 2020 |
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The Steve Boyle interview
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Dec 01, 2020 |
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The Gloria Zenteno interview
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Nov 25, 2020 |
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The Mark Barger interview
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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The Sharon Lawrence interview
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Nov 17, 2020 |
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The Jim Beazy interview
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Nov 10, 2020 |
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The Jay Nachlis interview
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Oct 21, 2020 |
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The Ted McKay interview
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Oct 14, 2020 |
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The Attack Poverty interview
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Oct 07, 2020 |
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The Dayna Steele interview
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Sep 30, 2020 |
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The Rowell Gorman interview
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Sep 23, 2020 |
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The Joe Szymanski interview
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Sep 16, 2020 |
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The T.j. Callahan interview
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Sep 10, 2020 |
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The Rory O'Shea interview
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Sep 06, 2020 |
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The Yance Covington interview
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Sep 02, 2020 |
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The Shannon Perry interview
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Aug 26, 2020 |
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The Bill Lloyd interview
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Aug 20, 2020 |
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The Ellie Flight Attendant Interview
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Aug 18, 2020 |
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The Mark Sparrow interview
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Aug 05, 2020 |
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The Laura Frnka Davis 'LFD Communications' interview
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Jul 16, 2020 |
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The Steve Boyle interview
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Jul 02, 2020 |
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The Houston DJ Joey K interview
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Jun 26, 2020 |
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The Adam Boardman 'Pushing 50 Podcast' interview
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Jun 18, 2020 |