Media Path Podcast

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

Katharine Weber does not just hold the fascinating family secrets. She digs for more and shares them. Her family is the stuff of legend. Katharine’s grandmother is the groundbreaking first woman to write the score for a Broadway musical and she shared a long and loving affair with George Gershwin. The intrigue does not stop there. Katharine’s great grandfather was the architect of the Federal Reserve. Her grandfather advised and feuded with FDR and her father’s erratic, communist chummy behavior earned him a thick FBI file. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending High on the Hog, Flack, Home Before Dark and The Vanishing of Harry Pace.Path Points of Interest:Katharine Weberhttps://www.katharineweber.comKatharine Weber's Amazon Author PageThe Memory of all That by Katharine WeberGeorge GershwinGeorge Gershwin SongsKay SwiftKay Swift on WikipediaHigh on the Hog - Netflix Flack - Amazon Prime Home Before Dark on Apple+From RadioLab The Vanishing of Harry Pace

Dan Winters is the man behind the camera behind the bees and Angelina Jolie. He got stung seven times. Angelina? Once. Most of Dan’s subjects do not sting. They include, Al Pacino, Tom Hanks, Nicole Kidman, Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Kate Winslet, Stacey Abrams, Jennifer Garner, Barack Obama, Mr. Rogers, Kobe, Shaq, Bono, Tupac, eagles, spacecraft, and the list goes on. Dan’s stories are impactful and epic. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending In The Heights, Cruella, 2 Hearts and Human: The World Within.Path Points of Interest:Dan WintersDan Winters on InstagramBee Photos with Angelina Joliehttps://www.instagram.com/p/CPF7ucyjet4/?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/tv/CPLF6uuFhj9/?utm_medium=copy_linkRichard Avedon's Beekeeper PhotoDan's Short Film - ToneIn the Heights2 Hearts on Netflix Cruella Human - The World Within on Netflix

Do unhappy childhoods carve comedians or is it the comedians who best survive the chaos? Steve Bluestein has both theories and stories and he implores us to be kind to one another because nobody’s childhood is perfect and we can all use some love and encouragement. Steve’s new book Point of Pines celebrates the little Massachusetts community that helped him know his worth. Steve’s is a world class comedian, playwright, podcaster and author. His wit and wisdom will delight and enlighten you. Plus Fritz and Weezy are recommending Blue Miracle, The Morning Show, Mare of Easttown and The American Meme.Path Points of Interest:Steve BluesteinPoint of Pines by Steve BluesteinPoint of Pines on KindleMemoir of a Nobody by Steve BluesteinTake My Prostate Please by Steve BluesteinLet Me Say This About That from Set of Sails Network.Blue Miracle on Netflix from director Carlos AguilarThe Morning ShowCatch and Kill Podcast from Ronan Farrow Catch and Kill book by Ronan FarrowChasing Cosby podcast from the L.A. TimesMare of Easttown - HBOMare of Easttown on PrimeThe American Meme -Netflix

While you grew up turning on your TV set, Stanley and Barry Livingston grew up turning onto the set of your favorite TV shows. Both brothers starred in the two longest running sit-coms, first on Ozzie & Harriet and then on My Three Sons. Stan as Chip Douglas and Barry as Ernie. Oh, have they got stories. You’ll hear about Paul Newman, Raymond Burr, William Frawley, Lucille Ball, Ozzie Nelson and of course, Fred MacMurray. Plus, Fritz and Weezy are recommending The Tulsa Race Massacre on PBS/ABC, The Panama Papers on Prime Video, The Me You Can’t See on Apple+, The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien-Charles and The Importance of Being Ernie by Barry Livingston.Path Points of Interest:Barry LivingstonBarry on Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barry_LivingstonBarry on IMDBhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0515225/Stanley LivingstonStanley Livingston Career PhotosStan on IMDBTulsa's Buried Truth - ABC News/PBS/Streaming The Panama Papers - Prime Video The Me You Can't SeeThe Me You Can't See TrailerThe Paris Library by Janet Skeslien-CharlesThe Importance of Being Ernie by Barry LivingstonThe Ballad of Fred MacMurray by Barry Livingston