Media Path Podcast

We welcome writer/producer Cheri Steinkellner whose award gathering body of work includes Cheers, The Jeffersons, Facts of Life, Teacher’s Pet and the book for Broadway's Sister Act. She comes to us with stories, writing advice and loads of life-affirming charm and joy. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Girl Who Came Home by Hazel Gaynor, Worth on Netflix and brace for the impact of Fritz and Weezy’s first fight over Only Murders in the Building!Path Points of Interest:Cheri Steinkelnerhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0251482/https://groundlings.com/people/cheri-eichenCheers on WikipediaCheers on HuluCheers on PeacockCheers Fan Pageshttps://www.fanpop.com/clubs/cheershttps://cheersboston.com/cheers-fansCheers WikiOnly Murders in the BuildingWorth - Netflix The Girl Who Came Home

Bill Schnee is a Grammy winning music producer, engineer and mix master, who has worked with Barbra Streisand, Whitney Houston, The Beatles and beyond, devoting his career to conducting orchestras of studio tracks in the creation of the iconic music that we most cherish. Bill joins us to share the backstage stories that accompanied that music. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending CODA on Apple+, Yellowstone on Paramount, and The Last Letter From Your Lover, book by Jojo Moyes and movie on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Bill SchneeChairman at the Board is available on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, BAM, and IndieBound                Bill Schnee on WIKIPEDIA  Sound On Sound Article  Chairman at the Board On Backbeat BooksCoda on Apple+Yellowstone on ParamountLast Letter From Your Lover by JoJo MoyesLast Letter From Your Lover - NetflixBill Schnee has worked with:Richard PerryBarbra StreisandCarly SimonRingo StarrGeorge HarrisonJohn LennonPaul McCartneyArt GarfunkelThe Pointer SistersHuey LewisBoz SkaggsChicagoDire StraitsSteely DanMiles DavisNatalie ColeBarry ManilowMarvin GayeThe JacksonsAaron NevilleBette MidlerAmy GrantVince GillRod Stewartand many more

Who better to walk us through a history of standup comedy than the man who wrote the book on it, Wayne Federman, and authenticated, brilliant standup comedian Shawn Pelofsky. The first comedy club may have been a primitive weapon with some funny carvings, so we’re going back only as far as Mark Twain and Will Rogers and moving right on into podcasting and Tik Tok hilarity. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins, The History of the Sitcom on CNN and Streaming, Ted Lasso on Apple +, The History of Stand-up: From Mark Twain to Dave Chappelle by Wayne Federman and, brace for impact, Weezy and Shawn take a deep dive into The Bachelor in Paradise.Path Points of Interest:Wayne FedermanShawn PelofskyShawn Pelofsky on TwitterWayne Federman on TwitterThe History of Stand-up from Mark Twain to Dave Chappelle by Wane FedermanWayne's Podcast - The History of Stand-upAmerican Dirt by Jeanine CumminsJeanineCummins.comHistory of the Sitcom, CNN and StreamingTed Lasso on Apple TVThe Bachelor in ParadiseWayne Federman on Weezy & The SwishIs this Wayne's very first podcast appearance?!Wayne and Weezy, behind the scenes on Weezy and The Swish

Fritz and Weezy serve up hand picked selections, recommended for your viewing, reading and listening pleasure, including McCartney 3,2,1, Barry Gibb’s new album Greenfields, Willie Nelson’s autobiography, It’s a Long Story, The Lost Leonardo documentary, and Our Own Worst Enemy - The Assault From Within on Modern Democracy by Tom Nichols which invites a dialogue about the state of things in America… That conversation path travels through vaccines, voting rights, The Holocaust, Black Lives Matter and California’s special election. Vote NO on the recall!Path Points of Interest:McCartney 3,2,1 with producer Rick Ruben on HULUBarry Gibb GreenfieldsBarry Gibb Greenfields on SpotifyThe Lost Leonardo - Documentary Our Own Worst Enemy - The Assault From Within on Modern Democracy by Tom NicholsWillie Nelson: It's a Long StoryWillie Nelson: Letters to AmericaMarvin Palanker - WWII Experience Interview

Ed Begley Jr. is 329 IMDB credits into his career while simultaneously moving heaven and earth to save heaven and Earth. That heroes journey should come with a cape. Ed joins us for a deep dive into his TV history, true tales of his movie star dad, his mysterious origins story, electric car road trip tips and can Ed remember the plot to his guest star appearances on My Three Sons, Adam 12 and Room 222? Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending I Alone Can Fix It by Carol Leonnig and Phillip Rucker, Landslide by Michael Wolff, Big Brother on CBS and Youtube TV.Path Points of Interest:Ed Begley Jr.Ed Begley Jr. on IMDBEd Begley Sr. on IMDBBegley Cleaning ProductsYoutube TVI Alone Can Fix It by Phil Rucker and Carol Leonnig Landslide by Michael WolffBig Brother

Richard Sterban’s deep bass voice and love for gospel music launched him from Camden, New Jersey onto a Vegas stage with Elvis. And he was just getting started. He joined the Oak Ridge Boys and their rocket took off fueled by Elvira, Bobbie Sue, Dream On, Thank God For Kids, Every Day and on and on. Richard’s new book is called from Elvis to Elvira. The Oaks are about to celebrate Elvira’s 40th anniversary. (She sounds 29.) and Richard is here to tell us all about all of it. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Classic Albums on PBS and Elvis on Tour on Hulu and Amazon.Path Points of Interest:From Elvis to Elvira by Richard SterbanThe Oak Ridge BoysBob Paxman article about Elvira for Sounds Like NashvilleFront Porch Singin' Album LinksRichard Sterban's WebsiteThe Oak Ridge Boys New Album Press ReleaseRichard's interview with Michelle Tompkins of Hollywood Digest Classic Albums - PBSElvis on Tour - Amazon

Marc Summers never wanted to host a game show for kids but he attacked the challenge with purpose and Double Dare quickly became the most-watched original daily program on cable television. Marc’s success secret is that he sees and seizes every opportunity and any challenge. He is here to share his wisdom and dishy show biz tales.  Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending How To Be A Tyrant, Landslide by Michael Wolff, Atypical and Naomi Osaka on Netflix.Path Points of InterestMarc SummersMarc Summers on WikipediaMarc Summers Productions ShowsRestaurant ImpossibleOn Your MarcThe Last UnknownDinner ImpossibleFood FeudsDouble Dare TourMarc Summers on TwitterHow to Become a Tyrant - NetflixLandslide - by Michael Wolff Atypical on NetflixNaomi Osaka on Netflix Naomi Osaka Barbie doll

Bill Medley’s iconic baritone voice has woven a path across almost 60 years of music history. We never close our ears when we hear that voice intone the opening line, “You never close your eyes anymore when I kiss your lips.” You’ve Lost That Loving Feeling is the most played song in radio history. Bill shares similarly tender moments from his life with us including his unique friendships with The Beatles, The Stones, Elvis, Phil Spector and his partner Bobby Hatfield. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Picture a Scientist, News of the World and Bill Medley’s Book, The Time of My Life.Path Points of Interest:Bill Medley on WikipediaBill Medley on SpotifyBill Medley on YoutubeThe Righteous Brothers on SpotifyThe Righteous Brothers on YoutubeThe Righteous BrothersBill Medley on FacebookBill Medley on TwitterPicture a Scientist -Nova/NetflixThe News of the WorldNews of the World on Amazon Prime

Jon Bowzer Bauman describes himself as being “Renaissancey” which begins to cover it. His talents range from musical prodigy to social justice advocacy with, of course, some Sha Na Naing along the way. Jon shares how his “Truth in Music” campaign won back performing rights for original members of The Drifters, The Coasters and The Platters and how his Social Security Works PAC is fighting for the rights of Seniors. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Summer of Soul, The One and Only Dick Gregory, Mr. Jones and Our Woman in Moscow.Path Points of Interest:Jon Bowzer Bauman's Rock n' Doo Wop PartyJon Bowzer Bauman on WikipediaJon Bowzer Bauman on TwitterJon's Op Ed in The HillSocial Security Works PACMr. Jones on PrimeMr. Jones on HuluOur Woman in Moscow by Beatriz Williams Beatriz Williams' Author PageSummer of Soul or When the Revolution Could be Televised - HuluThe One and Only Dick Gregory on PrimeThe One and Only Dick Gregory on Hulu

The Manhattan Transfer will be ringing in their 50th anniversary with all kinds of goodies. A symphony album, a documentary and a box set. Proud Member in Excellent Standing, Cheryl Bentyne joins us with behind the scenes insights into crafting harmonies both on and off the stage. She also shares her Cancer battle and recovery journey and her inspiration to bring healing to others through her podcast, I Sing The Body. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Bosch, Letters to America by Willie Nelson, Mr. Graham and the Reasonable Man from Radio Lab, This is Pop and The Boy Band Con. Path Points of Interest:Cheryl BentyneCheryl Bentyne on SpotifyRearrangements of Shadows by Cheryl Bentyne on CDCheryl's Page on the Manhattan Transfer SiteManhattan TransferManhattan Transfer Songs on YoutubeTrickle TrickleBoy From New York City Operator Birdland Manhattan Transfer Playlist:Cheryl's Podcast, I Sing the BodyBosch Final Season - Amazon Prime Willie Nelson's Letters To America - by Willie NelsonMr. Graham and the Reasonable Man from Radio Lab and More PerfectGraham v. Connor Case on WikipediaRadiolab PodcastThis is Pop on NetflixThe Boy Band Con: The Lou Pearlman Story