Live From Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show

Comedy Podcasts

Live from Detroit... the funniest pop culture interview podcast around today! Hosted by comedian, entrepreneur, and social media guru Jeff Dwoskin (cue standing ovation). Jeff loves comedy, trending topics, pop culture, and all things social media. Jeff masterfully fuses all of these elements together to bring you an ear-pleasing show with amazing guests and interviews from the worlds of comedy, movies, tv, and social media!

Live from Detroit... the funniest pop culture interview podcast around today! Hosted by comedian, entrepreneur, and social media guru Jeff Dwoskin (cue standing ovation). Jeff loves comedy, trending topics, pop culture, and all things social media. Jeff masterfully fuses all of these elements together to bring you an ear-pleasing show with amazing guests and interviews from the worlds of comedy, movies, tv, and social media!

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy Podcasts

Description:

Twitter:

@JeffDwoskinShow

Language:

English

Website:

http://www.thejeffdwoskinshow.com/

Email:

jeff@jeffisfunny.com

Episodes

J Chris Newberg is Live Near Detroit

4/12/2021

Interview: I am joined by comedian/writer/actor/producer J Chris Newberg. J Chris Newberg lives in LA but is from Detroit, Michigan. You recognize J Chris from famously roasting Piers Morgan during his time on America's Got Talent. J Chris and I reminisce on our late great friend Ben Konstantin and many other adventures we had together including auditioning for Star Search and Last Comic Standing. J Chris also talks about performing on the Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Show, and Arsenio Hall...

Duration:00:58:23

Ted Neeley Superstar

4/5/2021

Interview: I am joined by Ted Neeley. Ted is known best as Jesus Christ from the 1973 movie Jesus Christ Superstar. Ted has also portrayed the role of Jesus Christ in the Jesus Christ Superstar live stage shows countless 1000s times. Ted and I discussed how he landed the role of Jesus Christ, meeting and working with Norman Jewison, filming Jesus Christ Superstar in Israel, the generations of fans, his co-stars including Barry Dennen, Carl Anderson, and Yvonne Elliman and Ted's amazing...

Duration:01:06:52

How Art Bell Created Comedy Central

3/29/2021

Interview: I am joined by former media executive and author, Art Bell. Art is the author of Constant Comedy the story of how Art started Comedy Central (originally called The Comedy Channel) in 1990, and helped make the fledgling channel a success. We discuss the pitch that made the channel happen, competition and the merger with HA! Plus some great stories about Jon Stewart, Al Frankin, Bill Mahr and Johnny Carson. If you're a comedy fan and a fan of Comedy Central you don't want to miss...

Duration:01:05:57

According to Jennifer Candy

3/22/2021

Interview: I am joined by actor Jennifer Candy. Jennifer starred in Camp Candy, According to Jim, Liv and Maddie, Wizards of Waverly Place and the Defenders. Jennifer hosts the amazing 'Couch Candy' where she talks to lifetime family friends of her father John Candy and they share amazing memories together. Jennifer and I talked about learning improv at Second City, the expectations that come with a famous last name and what it was like growing up the daughter of someone famous. We discuss...

Duration:00:48:16

The Adventures of Bryan Behar

3/15/2021

Interview: I am joined by writer and producer Bryan Behar! Bryan is a long time Twitter friend and together we dive deep into his amazing career in television. Bryan has been a part of 21 TV shows over the past 25 years. Bryan was a big part of the Fuller House reboot including serving as show runner for two seasons. Bryan shares experiences from Fuller House as well as some of the other amazing shows he has been a part of such as: Andy Richter Controls the Universe, 8 Simple rules, The New...

Duration:00:54:11

Laughing It Up with Maryellen Hooper

3/8/2021

Interview: I am joined by comedian Maryellen Hooper. Maryellen had one of the most popular Comedy Central specials of all time, she appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno twice and in 1998 she won funniest female comedian. Maryellen and I have a hilarious time discussing finding your voice, cruises, bad gigs, being a comedian and a parent, and famous people we've met. Super fun conversation with one of comedy's best! Our Guest, Maryellen...

Duration:00:58:52

Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling Returns

3/1/2021

Interview: I am joined once again by comedian and author Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling. Jackie shares stories about Rodney Dangerfield, Paul Williams, Eddie Murphy and recording his first comedy albums. We discuss Jackie joining the Howard Stern show and his role on the show. Jackie shares some great Howard Stern stories involving spending time at Abbey Road Studios, Milton Berle, Sam Kinison, James Taylor, Joe Walsh and Robert Klein. We also discussed Private Parts and Jackie ultimately...

Duration:00:58:23

In The Principal's Office with Bret Ernst

2/22/2021

Interview: I am joined by comedian and Cobra Kai star Bret Ernst. Bret is an accomplished comedian with over 23 years of comedy under his belt. Bret has had a Comedy Central Presents special and was a featured comic in Vince Vaughn's Wild West Comedy Show. Currently Bret stars in Cobra Kai as Louis LaRusso Jr. Bret also has an hour long special on YouTube 'Principal's Office' that boasts over 3 million views. Our Guest, Bret...

Duration:00:43:07

The Incredible Kenneth Johnson

2/15/2021

Interview: I am joined by writer, producer, and director Kenneth Johnson. We discuss Kenny's time becoming the drama guy in school to his first jobs in the industry (Mike Douglas Show) and later joining The 6 Million Dollar Man where he created The Bionic Woman and wrote those amazing Bigfoot episodes. We also discuss in depth V: The Miniseries and the timelessness of the story and why it's just as relevant today as it was in 1983 when it first aired. We're also give a sneak peak into V: The...

Duration:00:50:32

Wait Wait... It's Alonzo Bodden

2/8/2021

Interview: I am joined by the hilarious Alonzo Bodden. We discuss Alonzo's start in Aerospace that lead him to being one of the most popular comedians working today! We discuss Alonzo's acting career, The Power Rangers, the sexual appeal of David Duchovny, social commentary, and his long tenure on Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me on NPR. We also dive into Alonzo's time on Last Comic Standing Season 2 and his triumphant win in Season 3. And of course we talk about Alonzo's new comedy special Heavy...

Duration:01:07:42

Cruising with Candy Clark

2/1/2021

Interview: I am joined by actress Candy Clark. Candy Clark starred in and received an Academy Award nomination for her role in George Lucas's American Graffiti. Candy share some amazing stories about Ron Howard, Richard Dryfuss, George Lucas, Cindy Williams, Bo Hopkins, and Charles Martin Smith. Candy and I also discuss More American Graffiti, the sequel to American Graffiti and together we come up with an idea for another sequel. Candy was also kind enough to share some memories of David...

Duration:00:58:42

Who The F Is Mike Young?

1/25/2021

Interview: I am joined by comedian, actor, director, and writer, Mike Young. My friend Mike Young calls into the show to discuss the times we spent together in Detroit on The Young American Tour with Bobby Lee and Stephen Rannazzisi. Mike shares some great stories of being an up and coming writer/director and the lessons he's learned along the way. We discuss Mike's directing/writing debut on 'My Man is a Loser' starring John Stamos and Michael Rapaport. We also dive into the writing and...

Duration:01:01:24

Depressed Darth Vader Tells All

1/18/2021

Interview: I am joined by master of Dark Side parody, Depressed Darth Vader (John Sullivan). Depressed Darth (John) and I reflect on some good times we shared together in London at Pinewood Studios. We also dive into how John built up his Depressed Darth concept and his approach to making hilarious Star Wars content. It's a great deep dive into masterfully using Twitter and Instagram and making money at the same time. I also ask the very important question: Has he ever been sued by Disney or...

Duration:00:46:26

Dave Landau is The King of Detroit

1/11/2021

Interview: I am joined by comedian Dave Landau. We discuss some hell gigs we shared together. We also dive into stories about his time on Last Comic Standing and Comedy Central. Dave is also the current cohost of The Anthony Cumia Show with Dave Landau. We discuss how he scored that dream gig and what it's like to do radio everyday. Dave also wrote and starred in the indie movie 'The King of Detroit.' We discuss the movie and how Dave got it made on a $7,000 budget. Our Guest, Dave...

Duration:01:05:34

Horace H.B. Sanders Star Search Champion

1/4/2021

Interview: Comedian and actor Horace H.B. Sanders joins me to talk old times and comedy. Horace was one of the co-stars of the critically acclaimed documentary 'Funny' and also won Star Search. Horace has appeared on BET, Detroit 187, and Comedy Central. Horace shares stories working with Aretha Franklin, Sinbad and more! Our Guest, Horace HB Sanders https://horacehbsanders.com/https://www.instagram.com/horacehbsanders/https://www.facebook.com/horacehbsanders The Jeff Dwoskin Show: WINNER...

Duration:00:53:08

John Eimen: Former Child Star

12/28/2020

Interview: I am joined by 50's and 60's child star John Eimen. John had starring roles in The Twilight Zone, Leave It To Beaver, Wagon Train, McKeever and the Colonel, Lassie, The Untouchables. We also dive into some great stories including a time the Three Stooges sang for Johnny, Starring in an Alpha Bits commercial, His iconic Carnation print ad, working with Rod Serling, Frank Sinatra, and backing up Sonny and Cher with his long time friend Ed Begley, Jr. Our Guest, John...

Duration:00:53:07

A Christmas Story with Scott Schwartz

12/21/2020

I Triple Dog Dare Ya to stop what you're doing and listen to this amazing episode. Interview: Our Christmas episode is brought to life by none other than Flick, Scott Schwartz, star of 'A Christmas Story'. Scott talks about his experiences on the Christmas classic, Starring in 'The Toy,' his lifelong friendship with Richard Pryor, Kidco, and so much more! Our Guest, Scott...

Duration:00:59:49

James Bond A to Z with Steven Jay Rubin

12/14/2020

Interview: I am joined by Steven Jay Rubin, a film historian, writer, producer, and documentarian who has been writing about the James Bond films since 1981. His latest release is 'The James Bond Movie Encyclopedia'. Together we discuss the history and legacy of James Bond from A to Z. Our Guest, Steven Jay Rubin https://www.facebook.com/ChampagneLeader https://www.facebook.com/The-James-Bond-Movie-Encyclopedia-115505326951934https://amzn.to/2K4Bmzc The Jeff Dwoskin Show: WINNER TOP 25...

Duration:01:02:41

Why is Bil Dwyer Yelling?

12/7/2020

Interview: I am joined by Actor and Comedian Bil Dwyer (also a writer). Bil had his own Comedy Central special and was the host of Battle Bots, I've Got a Secret and Dirty Rotten Cheaters. Bil was also featured in VH1's I love the 70's, 80's and 90's. We discuss wearing masks, words that start with DW, typing tests, Screech, and the true test of when your material is in bad taste. We also dive into Bil's time on Last Comic Standing, the Larry Sanders and playing Valerie Bertinelli's...

Duration:01:01:26

Cowboys, Cats and Liz Priestley

11/30/2020

Interview: I am joined by actor Liz Priestley. Liz makes her acting debut in Concrete Cowboy. Concrete Cowboy also stars Idris Elba (Liz plays Idris' wife) and Caleb McLaughlin. Liz talks about the history behind her new movie, shares stories from the set, meeting Idris for the first time, trying to get secrets from Caleb on the next season of Stranger Things and Liz also gives a review of the movie Cats. Super fun episode, can't wait for you to hear it! Also, it was recently announced...

Duration:00:54:21