Reliving My Youth

I catch up with Will Turpin, the bassist and original member of Collective Soul, whose new album, Blood, comes out this Friday. It's also the 25th anniversary of their debut album "Hints Allegations and Things Left Unsaid" on Atlantic Records. The album featured the smash hit, "Shine". Will talks about the success of the song. Will released his full-length debut album, "Serengeti Drivers", last year. Collective Soul is on tour with Gin Blossoms this Summer.

I catch up with actor, comedian, and writer Robert Wuhl. Tim Burton's Batman is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Robert played reporter Alexander Knox. We talk about Robert's Batman theory. Robert played writer Al Stump in the highly underrated Cobb. We talk plenty of baseball, included Robert's favorite baseball movies and the Hall of Fame. We discuss Arli$$, the Oscars and of course, Bull Durham.

I catch up with Skip Griparis, who played Monte in the first two Major League movies. Skip talks about the audition process and his experience filming the movies. Skip worked was in Olivia Newton-John's band back in the 70's and talks about his time in it. Currently, Skip has a one-man show called "The Heroes of Rock". Take an unbelievably fun trip through Rock’s evolution of the 40’s/50’s/60’s! Groove on the high-energy hits of Little Richard, to Elvis, to the Beatles, to Jimi Hendrix & beyond! SkipGriparis.com

I catch up with David Schelzel, lead singer of probably the most-underrated band of the 80's and 90's, The Ocean Blue. The band's latest album, Kings and Queens/Knaves and Thieves, comes out on June 21. The Ocean Blue were signed to their first record deal when they were still in high school in Hershey, PA. The band's appeal went nationwide thanks to MTV's 120 minutes, featuring "Drifting, Falling" and "Between Something and Nothing."

I catch up with Amanda Kramer, who currently is the keyboardist in The Psychedelic Furs. Amanda was originally in Information Society when their hit "What's on your mind (Pure Energy)" was blowing up. After leaving the band, Amanda went on to work with some amazing bands; The Golden Palominos, World Party, 10,000 Maniacs to name a few. She talks about being in the right place at the right time.

Listen to this podcast if you want to live! In celebration of Reliving My Youth's second anniversary, I catch up with iconic actor Michael Biehn, who had legendary roles in so many movies. We discuss the 35th anniversary of The Terminator and working with James Cameron. We joke about how he dies in almost all of his movies and which one of his roles is his favorite. Michael recently reprised his role as Corporal Hicks from Aliens for audio version of William Gibson's Alien 3 script. He shares some amazing stories of his friend, Bill Paxton, who he worked with in a bunch of movies. Michael also dispels rumors about working with Val Kilmer.

I catch up with Richard Kline, who played everyone's favorite used car salesman and upstairs neighbor Larry Dallas on Three's Company. Richard went from basically a one-off guest spot to being a full time cast member. He talks about his favorite episodes. Richard is currently performing in the touring production of Waitress the Musical.

I catch up with Nancy Valen, fans remember her well as Samantha Thomas on Baywatch. Saved by the Bell fans know her as "Nurse Jennifer", probably the most memorable guest star(sorry Becky the Duck)on the show, She talks about that role and who the original choice was. Nancy starred alongside Jason Gedrick in one of the most underrated 80's films, The Heavenly Kid. Nancy starred in the TV musical drama, Hull High, and gives her thoughts on why it unfortunately failed. She fills us in on what she's been up to.

I catch up with Christine Elise McCarthy, probably best known as Emily Valentine on Beverly Hills, 90210. Horror fans know her as Kyle from Child's Play 2. Christine talks about both of these franchises being rebooted/remade. Christine is also an accomplished author, having penned the novel, Bathing and the Single Girl. bathingbook.com

I catch up with legendary songwriter Jim Vallance, who co-wrote some of Bryan Adams biggest hits, "Summer of '69", "Heaven" and "Cuts Like a Knife". Jim shares stories behind some of Bryan's biggest songs, how he met Bryan and how he got into the business. Jim also collaborated with Aerosmith, Heart, and Glass Tiger on some of their biggest hits. www.jimvallance.com

I catch up with Glenn Shorrock, the former lead singer of the Little River Band, who recently released "Glenn Shorrock sings Little River Band". The album reimagines some of LRB's most memorable songs, "Reminiscing", "Cool Change", and "Lonesome Loser". Glenn also discusses the ongoing drama between himself and the current version of the band and why he doesn't perform in the states.

We continue our celebration of the 35th anniversary of The Karate Kid with Rob Garrison, who played Cobra Kai member, Tommy. Rob is best known for his line, "get em a body bag", we discuss how the line came about and discuss his other memorable line in the movie. Rob talks about his experience filming the movie and gives his thoughts on the Cobra Kai TV show.

The Karate Kid is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year. I wanted to talk with as many actors from the movie as possible. We start our series with Sensei Ron Thomas, who played Bobby Brown. Ron talks about his real life Cobra Kai experience, which got him involved in the martial arts. He talks about his time filming the movie and what he thinks Bobby is doing now. Ron is now a published author, motivational speaker and empowering life and mindset coach. www.senseironthomas.com

We are back with part two of the top 80's movie soundtrack songs. This time, we are featuring the most underrated/under appreciated songs. The Hustle's Jon Lamoreaux joins me once again.

I catch up with Michael Gray, who played Billy Batson on the Shazam! TV show. Michael talks about his time on the show, the drama surrounding Jackson Botswick's departure and being type-casted. Michael had a memorable guest-starring spot on Archer and discusses how that came about. Shazam! is now streaming on DC Universe.

I catch up with Bif Naked, International Recording Artist, Poet, Writer, Troublemaker, Nice Girl, Dishwasher, MartialArtist, Ballerina, StraightEdger, TreeHugger, Bare-Knuckle Fighter, Canadian Citizen and Middle Daughter. Some of Bif's hits included Spaceman, Moment of Weakness, and I Love Myself today. Bif talks about doing The Tonight Show, getting her name, and most importantly, beating cancer

I catch up with Karyn Parsons, who famously played Hillary Banks for six seasons on The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Karyn talks about just how much fun it was to play Hillary and if she felt type casted following the show. Karyn just released her debut novel, "How High The Moon". She talks about her inspiration for the novel. Karyn is the founder of Sweetblackberry.org, which brings little known stories of African American achievement to children everywhere.

I catch up with Corin Nemec, star of Parker Lewis Can't Lose. Corin tells me why he initially did not want to do the show and why the third season was it's last. Corin earned an Emmy nomination for the TV movie, "I Know My First Name is Steven", and talks about his experience. HIs latest movie, "Rottentail", comes out in the Spring.

I catch up with founding member and keyboardist of the 10,000 Maniacs, Dennis Drew. The Maniacs have been going strong for over 35 years now. Dennis tells me about the origins of the band, how Natalie Merchant came into the band, why she left, and why fans think she is still in the band. Outside of the Maniacs, Dennis is the general manager of a radio station in Jamestown, NY.

I catch up with actor Mark Metcalf, who portrayed the legendary Douglas C. Neidermeyer, in Animal House. Mark emulated the character in two Twister Sister video, "I Wanna Rock" and "We're Not Gonna Take It". Mark famously played Bob Cobb on Seinfeld, better known as "The Maestro". Sci-fi fans will recognize Mark from Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Star Trek Voyager.