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Bob McCullough & Suzanne Herrera McCullough host an intimate behind-the-scenes podcast conversation about what life in Hollywood is really all about. If you want to know how to get your own showbiz career off the ground, these Hollywood stories and practical tips just might give you the inside track to "breaking in and moving up" from that first job to a creative and rewarding career in Hollywood.
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Episode #65 - Duncan Regehr: Actor, Artist, Author
10/29/2021
Episode #65 - Duncan Regehr: Actor, Artist, Author
With an athletic background as a competitive figure skater, Duncan Regehr became a classically-trained Shakespearean stage actor before venturing to Hollywood. Once there, it didn't take him long to win roles in major films and TV series. After appearing in Wizards and Warriors, Duncan snagged lead roles in The Last Days of Pompeii, and My Wicked, Wicked Ways...all of which lead to his most iconic role as "Don Diego de la Vega" in 88 episodes of Zorro. Regehr has since appeared in dozens of shows, drawing a huge following for his Star Trek: TNG performances, but in this interview with Bob & Suzanne McCullough, you'll learn the source of his true creative passion. No mere "dabbler" as an artist or writer, is written works and paintings are found in collections worldwide, including the Smithsonian Institute, the Jilin Collection of China, the Kunstallen in Copenhagen, Focus on the Masters Archives for the Getty Museum and the Syllavethy Collection of Scotland. His books The Dragon’s Eye, Corvus Rex, Chrysalid, Scarecrow and Presence combine prose, poetry and visual imagery...a true experience and insight into the man. He is a Royal Canadian Artist, a recipient of the American Vision Award of Distinction in the Arts and holds a Doctorate of Fine Arts from the University of Victoria. A creative force to be reckoned with since early childhood, Duncan Regehr defines the 21st Century "Renaissance Man." This is a conversation not to be missed!
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Ruta Lee - Act Two!
06/09/2021
Ruta Lee - Act Two!
Ruta Lee is back for another sizzling, no-hold-barred conversation in which she "dishes" about her incredible Hollywood career.
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# 63 - Oscar Winner George Chakiris
04/13/2021
# 63 - Oscar Winner George Chakiris
Here's an intimate conversation with Academy Award winner George Chakiris...truly a triple threat as an actor, dancer, and singer. Chakiris has won multiple awards, including an Oscar and a Golden Globe Award for his dynamic role as Bernardo in the film classic, West Side Story.
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#62 - Financing Movies with Mark Stouffer
03/08/2021
#62 - Financing Movies with Mark Stouffer
Mark Stouffer's inspiring story is unique in all of show business.
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#61 - Actress-Singer Linda Purl
12/02/2020
#61 - Actress-Singer Linda Purl
Linda Purl has earned hundreds of film and television credits including iconic roles in classic TV series (“Happy Days,” “The Waltons,” “Matlock”) and starring gigs in prime-time network series like “The Oath,” and “The Office."
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Television's Most Prolific Director: Alan J. Levi
10/17/2020
Television's Most Prolific Director: Alan J. Levi
Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Alan J. Levi began his filmmaking career while a sophomore in high school. Finding no one who would hire this aspiring director, he organized his own company financed entirely by his fellow schoolmates.
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#59 - Actress Ruta Lee
02/06/2020
#59 - Actress Ruta Lee
Show business legend Ruta Lee shares stories about how she broke into Hollywood in movies like Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Witness for the Prosecution. She describes her 40-year career as a guest star on shows like Perry Mason, Rawhide, and The Twilight Zone...while co-hosting quiz shows with Alex Trebek.
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#58 - Producer Hawk Koch, Part II
11/11/2019
#58 - Producer Hawk Koch, Part II
Chinatown, Marathon Man, Rosemary’s Baby and Wayne’s World are just the tip of the iceberg on the list of this star producer's credits. Starting at the bottom rung of the Hollywood ladder as a lowly production assistant, eventually becoming President of the Producers Guild of America and the Motion Picture Academy, the story and career of Hawk Koch is is the stuff of showbiz legend.
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#57 - Dee Wallace
09/19/2019
#57 - Dee Wallace
Legendary actress Dee Wallace has more than 200 feature film credits that include Blake Edwards' 10, The Howling, Cujo, The Hills Have Eyes...and her iconic performance in Spielberg's E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial.
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#56 - Broadway and Television Star Ilene Graff
08/24/2019
#56 - Broadway and Television Star Ilene Graff
Here's a high-energy conversation with Ilene Graff, the Grammy-nominated recording artist best known as the co-star of the long-running ABC-TV series Mr. Belvedere.
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#55 - Rich Little: "The Man of a Thousand Voices"
04/17/2019
#55 - Rich Little: "The Man of a Thousand Voices"
This entertaining, joke-filled interview with comedian and impersonator Rich Little has Bob and Suzanne breaking up in laughter throughout the conversation.
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#54 - Former CAA & WME Agent Marc Pariser
11/24/2018
#54 - Former CAA & WME Agent Marc Pariser
Marc Pariser is a former William Morris and CAA television packaging agent who represented a broad spectrum of talent ranging from writers, directors, producers, and production companies. If you're a writer, director, producer, or actor looking for an agent, you need to hear what Marc has to say...
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#53 - Actress Susan Sullivan
07/14/2017
#53 - Actress Susan Sullivan
Susan Sullivan—perhaps the most prolific television actress of this generation or any other—joins the podcast in what is truly a personal reunion with Bob & Suzanne. It’s a free-wheeling, in-depth conversation that will take you from Susan’s Long Island origins to Hollywood’s red carpets. Uniquely candid and straightforward, Susan talks about her childhood dreams of someday becoming an actress...and then details exactly how she made her dreams come true. With wit, charm, and unabashed talent, it didn’t take Susan Sullivan long to go from college theatricals to the Broadway stage opposite Dustin Hoffman, to a Universal Studios contract and a starring role in television’s daytime soap A World Apart. In this interview, you’ll hear how Susan—while starring in Another World—learned the lesson of “being prepared” that she has carried her through more than 300 film and television appearances. Her list of credits is far too long to list here (check them out at imdb.com), but they include roles in Midway, The Incredible Hulk, Rich Man, Poor Man, Falcon Crest—where her portrayal of “Maggie Gioberti” won her multiple Soap Opera Digest awards—and most recently as “Martha Rogers” co-starring with Nathan Fillion on ABC-TV’s Castle. Susan Sullivan candidly shares her personal philosophy about the acting craft and the need for us all to “be in the moment of your life.” What she has to say will inspire anyone with ambitions to excel on any stage of life. Her remarks are far more than “acting tips”; they describe the life journey of an eminently successful, fulfilled artist that serves as a lesson in Life 101. Perhaps inspired by her life partner psychologist and best-selling author Connell Cowan, Susan emerges as far more than an erstwhile Playboy Bunny who made good as an actress; she’s someone who understands herself and appreciates “the moments” of our lives as few Hollywood stars ever have. Be sure to visit directly with Susan on her Twitter page (@realSSullivan) where she interacts with the world, shares her opinions, and enjoys her latest role as “the actor as teacher.”
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#52 - Director Ray Austin
01/03/2017
#52 - Director Ray Austin
You can count on one finger those industry professionals who have transitioned from a career as a stuntman climbing the faces of Mount Rushmore in Hitchcock’s North by Northwest to that of Hollywood’s “go-to” television director. That man is Ray Austin, whose work as a director includes episodes on every hit TV series from the 1960s to the present day. In this incredibly entertaining conversation with Bob & Suzanne, Ray shares intimate stories of his wartime childhood and the events leading to his lifelong relationship with legendary film star Cary Grant. You’ll be infused with Ray’s unmatched energy and work ethic as he recalls his early conversation with Alfred Hitchcock that revealed his own ambition to someday replace Hitchcock in the director’s chair. Ray created and coordinated the amazing stunts for such epics as Cleopatra and Spartacus, and worked as an actor in classic films like The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner. More acting followed in TV series like The Saint and The Avengers, which only whetted his appetite for calling the shots from behind the camera. You’ll hear how Ray’s athletic prowess and charismatic personality were matched by a keen writing ability that soon won him his first directing gigs. The life and career of Ray Austin—with more than 300 directing credits ranging from The Saint and Black Beauty to Magnum, P.I., The Six Million Dollar Man, Highlander, Spenser: for Hire, and The New Zorro—and with a pantheon of show business celebrity friendships ranging from Cary Grant to TV’s iconic producer Quinn Martin--is nearly the stuff of fiction. Today, Ray—the bona fide holder of an historic feudal Irish title as The Baron Raymond John DeVere-Austin—is the renowned author of Find Me a Spy, Catch Me a Traitor as well as the Beauford Sloan Mystery Series, a page-turning trilogy which includes The Eagle Heist, Dead Again, and Your Turn to Die (all great reads now available at Amazon.com). The story of Ray Austin’s life and career is an inspiring and compelling piece of Hollywood history, the likes of which will never be seen again. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss!
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#51 - Legendary TV Writer-Producer John Wilder
11/11/2016
#51 - Legendary TV Writer-Producer John Wilder
Few show business professionals can lay claim to the track record of acclaimed TV writer and author John Wilder. Having amassed hundreds of credits as a writer and producer for his work in radio, television, and film, John is the creative force behind such iconic television fare as , , , and the epic adaptation of James Michener’s . In this informal conversation, you’ll hear how John worked his way into television and film acting, appearing in early teen movies and as a regular guest performer on dozens of shows like , , and The Real McCoys. As so often happens in show business, it was a personal connection–this one with Chuck Connors, star of TV’s hit western —that led to his first television writing gig. From that point on, John wrote and produced some of the most iconic TV series of the era, winning multiple Emmy nominations, the Chicago International Film Festival Award, a pair of Western Heritage awards, and two trips to the winner’s circle at the . Listen carefully to this interview, and you’ll hear John outline for you his blueprint for Hollywood success and creative longevity. You’ll also get the inside story on John’s gritty debut novel–a compelling and rapid-fire read that rubs the reality of headline crimes against the underbelly of Hollywood at its glitzy best and introduces a uniquely contemporary hero into the literary private detective genre. This candid interview tells the unique story of John Wilder, a man who has literally “led three lives” with careers as an actor, producer-writer, and now as a major novelist. He’s truly a remarkable talent, and hearing him tell his own story is both entertaining for fans of his work and inspiring for those hoping to follow in his footsteps.
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#50 - Actor Lorenzo Lamas
06/12/2016
#50 - Actor Lorenzo Lamas
In this informal and highly personal conversation with Bob & Suzanne, Lorenzo Lamas shares intimate stories of his childhood as the son of legendary movie stars and and as the stepson of MGM super-star . Lorenzo with stepmom Esther Williams & dad Fernando Lamas You’ll hear what life was like as a boy growing up in the shadow of his parents’ showbiz fame…and how he transformed himself from a chubby teen to a genuine Hollywood heartthrob. Lorenzo tells fascinating stories of his years bouncing around between schools in New York and California, and of the day he told his father he wanted to become an actor. An impromptu “audition” for his movie star parents soon had him studying at the famed It wasn’t long before Lorenzo was cast in small TV roles and found himself playing alongside John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John in Lorenzo’s rising profile as an actor soon led to a long list of guest roles on hot TV shows like Switch, Fantasy Island, The Love Boat, and Hotel. But it was Lorenzo’s audition for the role of “Lance Cumson” on CBS-TV’s that shot him to stardom working with family friend Jane Wyman. As the only cast member to appear in all 227 episodes, Lorenzo shares a unique perspective on the series. During this interview, Lorenzo reveals how he was cast by Stephen J. Cannell as “Reno Raines” in , a starring role that captured his true persona. Lorenzo also shares details here about his new autobiography, , and reveals his feelings about life as a “reality” TV star as well as his love of performing in live theater, where he’s had starring roles in The King and I, The Fantasticks, and A Chorus Line. Lorenzo Lamas—martial arts black belt, professional helicopter pilot (wait until you hear about that!), published author, acclaimed TV-film-stage actor—is today’s definition of a true Hollywood Renaissance Man!
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#49 Actor Gregory Harrison
04/14/2016
#49 Actor Gregory Harrison
Gregory Harrison’s commitment to his acting craft runs strong and deep.
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#40 - Greg Evigan
03/02/2016
#40 - Greg Evigan
Actor Greg Evigan—best known as the star of the hit TV shows and —has an intimate conversation with Bob & Suzanne that reveals a singular talent and a genuine commitment for all things “showbiz”.
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#36 - Talent Manager Barry Katz
02/23/2016
#36 - Talent Manager Barry Katz
is Hollywood’s premier talent manager, with a client list that reads like .
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#48 - Casting Director Lisa London
02/20/2016
#48 - Casting Director Lisa London
Lisa London joins Bob & Suzanne and delivers a message every actor needs to hear!
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#21 - "Transformers" Writer Ron Friedman
02/08/2016
#21 - "Transformers" Writer Ron Friedman
is one of Hollywood's most prolific and celebrated television writers of all time. Join this raucous “live” conversation over lunch in the busy outdoor patio at in Beverly Hills as Ron talks about working with show business legends like longtime friend , the creator of ,, and .
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Tab Hunter
01/23/2016
Tab Hunter
Actor Tab Hunter may be Hollywood’s purest definition of “genuine screen legend”…but he’s much more than just an actor. In this exclusive conversation, Tab openly shares details of a childhood that set him off on a true journey of self-discovery, worldwide celebrity, and spiritual awareness. Tab reveals details of his early career as an actor alongside and as the last of the studio system’s “contract players” and as Warner Bros. Studios’ top grossing star throughout the 1950s and 60s. Tab Hunter is not just “another actor” with an amazing list of credits. He’s a dynamic creative force and an inspiring example for us all. If you have any dreams of a Hollywood career...you'll want to listen to these words of wisdom!
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#47 - Actress Charlotte Rae
01/04/2016
#47 - Actress Charlotte Rae
Actress Charlotte Rae joins Bob & Suzanne for an intimate conversation about her long career on stage, screen, and television, during which she gives some very sage advice for any actor dreaming of show business success.
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#46 - David Ansen: Movie Critic
11/19/2015
#46 - David Ansen: Movie Critic
Film critic David Ansen has had one of the most unique and influential careers in modern entertainment history.
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#45 - Actor William R. Moses
10/02/2015
#45 - Actor William R. Moses
William R. Moses is one of the most prolific TV and film actors of his generation. His hundreds of credits on shows ranging from Castle, CSI: Miami, and Mad Men to NCIS, The Mentalist, and Mind Games—have established him as one of Hollywood’s true leading men.
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#43 - TV Director Michael Zinberg
08/03/2015
#43 - TV Director Michael Zinberg
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#42 - Producer Hawk Koch
06/15/2015
#42 - Producer Hawk Koch
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#41 - TV Writer Philip Taylor
05/27/2015
#41 - TV Writer Philip Taylor
Philip Taylor has a unique show business history and track record. In this podcast interview, he describes his journey from a childhood in rural England to Hollywood sound stages, with dozens of writing and producing credits on some of TV’s most memorable hit shows.
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#39 - Stuart Benjamin: Oscar Nominated Producer & Grammy Winner
05/02/2015
#39 - Stuart Benjamin: Oscar Nominated Producer & Grammy Winner
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#38 - Actor David Selby
03/30/2015
#38 - Actor David Selby
Listen in as Bob & Suzanne talk to actor David Selby about his life and starring roles on stage, screen, and television.
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