Media Path Podcast

Kelly Conway’s book is called My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad: Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in America. We won’t contest her on that title. Kelly’s warm, loving, raucus childhood in the San Fernando Valley with her five little brothers and her tight and trusted relationship with her father prepared her for the fight of her life which would be protecting him as he once had her. Kelly joins us with stories and insights about what we share with one another that matters most. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Informant on Hulu, James Taylor & Carole King in Just Call Out My Name on CNN and Love, Victor on Hulu.Path Points of Interest:My Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad: Growing Up with Tim Conway in the Funniest House in America by Kelly ConwayMy Dad's Funnier Than Your Dad on Audio, Narrated by Kelly ConwayKelly Conway on InstagramThe Informant - Hulu Love, VictorCarole King/James Taylor - Just Call Out My Name - CNN

The pandemic has challenged many of us to dig deep and discover that we may have options and opportunities that we were too busy to recognize. Best Selling Author and Motivational Keynote speaker Laura Gassner Otting helped create the  AmeriCorps program under President Bill Clinton, and her new book Limitless aims to help you shape a future that is in better alignment with your true purpose. Laura joins us for an illuminating conversation. Plus Fritz and Weezy are digging deeper into Being The Ricardos on Prime and recommending Bathtubs Over Broadway on Netflix, 1883 on Paramount +, Don’t Look Up on Prime, and Licorice Pizza in theaters.Path Points of Interest:Laura Gassner OttingLimitless by Laura Gassner OttingLaura Gassner Otting's Amazon Author PageLaura Gassner Otting on FacebookLaura Gassner Otting on TwitterAmeriCorpsIsaacson MillerExecSearches.comNonprofit Professionals Advisory GroupLaura Gassner Otting's Ted Talk, "How Can I Help?"Don't Look Up - Prime Bathtubs Over Broadway - NetflixLicorice Pizza - In Theaters 1883 on Paramount PlusBeing The Ricardos 

Suzan Johnson Cook is an inspired blend. I paella, if you will of Reverend, Doctor, Diplomat, Author, Academic, Theologian, Activist, Show Host and presidential advisor, who served as a policy advisor to President Clinton and in the Obama Administration as Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom. “Ambassador SuJay” has written 17 books, including My Fabulous Fifth Chapter for women over 50 who are ready to reach out for their personal goals and dreams. She joins us for a deep and meaningful conversation. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Attica and The Real Charlie Chaplin on Showtime, Little Men on Hulu and The Unforgivable on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Suzan Johnson Cook BioMy Fabulous Fifth Chapter by Suzan Johnson CookSuzan Johnson Cook's Amazon Author PageSuzan Johnson Cook on WikipediaSuzan Johnson Cook on Facebook Live Suzan Johnson Cook On YouTube Little Men on HuluThe Unforgivable on NetflixAttica on Showtime The Real Charlie Chaplin on Showtime 

What do comedians know about what you should watch and read and consider? They know a lot. We are joined by comedians, sages, thinkers Eric Schwartz and Cynthia Levin and we are talking about artistic pursuits, bundling your talents, turning a mistake into a meaningful moment, and owning the stage. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending the American Radical Podcast, The Mixtape series from Radio Lab, Coming Out Colton on Netflix, Spielberg’s West Side Story, and Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead but that’s just the beginning. Cynthia and Eric are recommending Being the Ricardos, Wu Tang Saga on Hulu, Narcos Mexico on Netflix, All About Me by Mel Brooks, and Steve Martin on Masterclass.Path Points of Interest:Eric SchwartzCynthia LevinWest Side StoryHarlem Shuffle American Radical podcast from MSNBC and Ayman MohyeldinMixtape series from Radio LabComing Out Colton Being the RicardosAll About Me by Mel BrooksMasterclassNarcos Mexico Wu Tang Saga Harlem ShuffleFritz and Weezy's Pilot, The Couch

Shirley Feeney was not just Laverne’s best friend. Cindy Williams made us feel like she was our bestie too. Cindy’s career has taken her from American Graffiti to The Conversation to Broadway and beyond. She’s worked with Francis Ford Coppola, George Lucas, Garry Marshall, Penny Marshall, Ron Howard, Harrison Ford, Henry Winkler, Gene Hackman, Dame Maggie Smith, Gene Kelly, and she’s written a book  all about it called Shirley, I Jest. Plus, Cindy is taking her one woman show, Me, Myself and Shirley on the road! Settle in because she found some time to share many stories and laughs with us. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Power of the Dog on Netflix, 800 Words on Acorn and 15 Minutes of Shame on HBO Max.Path Points of Interest:Cindy Williams in Me, Myself & ShirleyMe, Myself & Shirley TrailerShirley, I Jest: A Storied Life by Cindy WilliamsCindy Williams on IMDBCindy Williams on TwitterLaverne & Shirley on Youtube800 Words on AcornThe Power of the Dog in Theaters and on Netflix15 Minutes of Shame

Barry Kibrick’s storied career has taken him from The Iditarod dog sled race to the halls of NBC, The Ellis Island Medal of Honor and three Emmy awards. AND he produced Fritz’s groundbreaking variety show, It’s Fritz! Barry’s famed PBS show Between the Lines is now a podcast! He’s conducted thousands of fascinating interviews with extraordinary luminaries, so there is much to discuss. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending House of Gucci, now in theaters and Tik Tik Boom on Netflix.Path Points of Interest:Barry KibrickBarry Kibrick's podcast Between the LinesBetween the Lines on YoutubeBetween the Lines on PBSHouse of Gucci - In Theaters and Streaming House of Gucci by Sara Gay FordenTik Tik BoomThe Real Story of ABBA: Bright Lights, Dark Shadows by Carl Magnus PalmThe Beatles: Get Back from Peter Jackson Shirley, I Jest by Cindy Williams

We are joined by bestselling author Marlene Wagman-Gellar whose specialty is sharing the real-life stories of famous, infamous, notorious and celebrated women. Marlene’s books include Women of Means, Women Who Launch and Still I Rise and she’s with us to share stories about Maya Angelou, Gloria Vanderbilt, Patty Hearst, Sunny Von Bulow, Hattie McDaniel, Mrs. Gandhi, Mrs. Einstein and so many more! Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending King Richard on HBO and Belfast in Theaters.Path Points of Interests:Marlene Wagman-GellarWomen of Means by Marlene-Wagman GellarMarlene Wagman-Gellar's Amazon Author PageStill I Rise by Marlene Wagman-GellarLittle Gloria Happy at Last by Barbara GoldsmithThe Rainbow Comes and Goes by Anderson Cooper and Gloria VanderbiltNothing Left Unsaid DocumentaryEmpty Mansions by Bill Dedman and Paul Clark Newell Jr.Belfast - in Theaters King Richard on HBO Max

Singer/Actor/Tennis Player Mark Arthur Miller was the only white boy growing up in his south side Chicago neighborhood, only to discover that his estranged father, Ron Miller was the only white songwriter at Motown. The two reconnected when Mark was 16 and were able to share 20 years of connection, forgiveness and love. Mark has fashioned his story into a musical stage show that audiences are finding as unique as it is universal. Mark is in-studio to talk all about it. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending the film Spencer, the book into limited series, One of Us is Lying and with an assist from engineer, Mason Brown, the Japanese film, Shoplifters.Path Points of Interest:Mark Arthur MillerMark Arthur Miller InterviewSoul Searching TrailerMark Arthur Miller - Soul Searching AlbumMark Arthur Miller on SpotifyMark Arthur Miller on YoutubeRon Miller Hits Include: His hits for the label include “A Place in the Sun,” “For Once in My Life,” “Yester-me, Yester-you, Yester-day,” “Heaven Help Us All,” “Touch Me in the Morning,” “Someday at Christmas” and “Don’t Burn Down the BridgeRon Miller PublishingSpencer - Movie in Theatershttps://www.amctheatres.com/movies/spencer-67242tt12536294https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/spencer_2021https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/spencer-movie-review-2021https://www.nytimes.com/2021/11/12/movies/kristen-stewart-princess-diana-spencer.htmlhttps://deadline.com/2021/11/spencer-kristen-stewart-pablo-larrain-contenders-los-angeles-1234871069/One of Us is Lying by Karen McManusKaren McManusOne of Us is Lying on PeacockShoplifters Fritz Coleman - Race and Old White Guys

Best known for her roles in E.T., Cujo and Critters, Actor Dee Wallace has been passionately practicing and teaching the art of self creation since her husband suddenly passed away at the age of 50. Her key message is that we must love ourselves so much that all of our purposeful endeavors only support that love. Dee has authored five books and hosts a weekly radio show, all designed to help, enhance and heal others. Dee joins us to share her wisdom and her show biz industry insights. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Only Living Boy In New York on Prime, The Electrical Life of Louis Wain on Netflix and the brand new ABBA album, Voyage.Path Points of Interest:Dee WallaceBorn by Dee WallaceDee Wallace on IMDBDee Wallace Books On AmazonThe Only Living Boy in New YorkThe Electrical Life of Louis WainABBA - VoyageABBA Documentaries

Mom, Mentor and dream chaser Marion Ross set her destination at an early age on becoming an actor. She always knew that chasing a dream requires effort, determination, resiliency and tenacity. Marion Ross caught that dream and lit up all of our lives as Mrs. C. On Happy Days. Her new book, My Days: Happy and Otherwise shares all of her wonderful secrets and she is right here to talk about  all of it. Side hussles, auditions, disappointment, unwanted advances, competition, divorce, parenting, juggling responsibilities, Joanie, Richie, Fonzie and stardom! Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending Midnight in Washington by Adam Schiff and The Capote Tapes documentary.Path Points of Interest:Marion Ross on WikipediaMarion Ross on IMDBMy Days: Happy and Otherwise by Marion RossThe Marion Ross Statue UnveilingThe Capote Tapes on Apple MoviesMidnight in Washington: How We Almost Lost Our Democracy And Still Could by Adam Schiff