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Tom Scott’s Podcast Express spotlights many of the people the legendary saxophonist and composer has known in the course of his 50-year career in entertainment. Tom visits with master musicians, actors, writers, filmmakers, members of the media and politicos as they talk about their struggles and triumphs. They'll be some laughs, too.

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United States

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Tom Scott’s Podcast Express spotlights many of the people the legendary saxophonist and composer has known in the course of his 50-year career in entertainment. Tom visits with master musicians, actors, writers, filmmakers, members of the media and politicos as they talk about their struggles and triumphs. They'll be some laughs, too.

Language:

English


Episodes
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Jimmy Buffett

3/20/2023
Tom visits with his old friend and legendary musician, author and businessman Jimmy Buffett.

Duration:00:48:07

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Chuck Lorre

3/14/2023
Tom talks with legendary American film and television director, writer, producer, composer, guitarist and actor Chuck Lorre.

Duration:00:59:28

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H.R. McMaster

12/7/2022
Tom visits with retired United States Army lieutenant general and former United States National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster. From United States history to wartime strategy to AC/DC, Tom and H.R. cover a fascinating blend of topics . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:53:25

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H.R. McMaster

12/7/2022
Tom visits with retired United States Army lieutenant general and former United States National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster. From United States history to wartime strategy to AC/DC, Tom and H.R. cover a fascinating blend of topics .

Duration:00:52:27

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Steve Squyres

3/11/2022
Tom talks with the truly amazing astronomer and planetary scientist Steve Squyres. Steve shares in his story about how he became an astronomer, talks about the Mars Exploration Rover Mission and much much more.

Duration:00:41:13

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Jeff Hamilton

2/4/2022
Tom talks with the brilliant drummer Jeff Hamilton. The two discuss how Jeff got started in jazz and then reminisce about the lessons, good times and experiences working and knowing many of the music’s greatest legends including Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Brown, Benny Carter, Buddy Rich and many many more!

Duration:01:00:05

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Doc Severinsen

11/14/2021
Tom visits with legendary trumpeter and bandleader Doc Severinsen. The two friends talk about Doc’s beginnings on trumpet, early influences, leading the Tonight Show Band with Johnny Carson, and recording the album “Brand New Thing” that Tom produced with Doc.

Duration:00:41:51

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Donald Fagen

10/27/2021
Tom catches up with Steely Dan co-founder Donald Fagen. The two talk about early jazz influences, Walter Becker, Bard College, the origin of Steely Dan, The Nightfly, meeting and working on classic albums Aja and Gaucho and a whole lot more.

Duration:01:00:42

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Vince Gill

9/21/2021
Tom visits with the hugely talented and versatile musician Vince Gill. Vince shares his story of becoming a musician, playing loud guitar and finding himself on stage with the Eagles and much more.

Duration:00:40:01

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Rick Beato

9/15/2021
Tom sits down with musician, producer and YouTube sensation Rick Beato. The two discuss Rick's musical upbringing, his life as a musician, and the evolution of his wildly popular YouTube channel.

Duration:00:39:42

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Christian McBride

9/1/2021
Tom and Grammy Award winning multi-talented bassist Christian McBride have a spirited conversation about growing up with music in the air, influences, mentors, brushes with greatest and a lot more.

Duration:00:49:18

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James Widdoes

8/25/2021
Tom visits with actor, producer, director James Widdoes. James is best known for playing Robert Hoover in the movie Animal House but is also a successful producer and director working on many television series such as Boston Common, Reba, The King of Queens, Two and a Half Men and Mom.

Duration:00:40:40

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Ed Begley Jr.

8/11/2021
Tom catches up with his old high school buddy and partner in fun Ed Begley Jr. The two converse about their mutual friend John Belushi, growing up in Hollywood and the elimination of fossil fuels.

Duration:00:46:16

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Patti Austin and Kurt Elling

8/2/2021
Vocalists Patti Austin and Kurt Elling are not only two of the most talented artists who sing extremely well but they are also two of the wildest characters you will ever meet. On this podcast, they join Tom in a stimulating conversation that covers each artist’s background, influences, approaches to their work and share a few stories.

Duration:00:39:01

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Keb' Mo'

7/8/2021
Tom sits down with talented bluesman, guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer, actor and 5-time Grammy winner Keb' Mo'. Keb' shares his inspiring story from his beginnings in South Central Los Angeles to working his way into the famed A&M Studios to finding the blues to making it and beyond.

Duration:00:44:59

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Chris Matthews

6/25/2021
Several years ago, I had the privilege of witnessing Chris Matthews prepare for his popular Hardball show on MSNBC. I never forgot the intense energy that was apparent in the studio as he and his staff prepared for the show. In a way, Chris and his staff reminded me of playing jazz in the moment. Recently, I had a chance to talk with Chris about a variety of topics ranging from his beginnings, the Peace Corps, writing, hosting Hardball and much more. His latest book “This Country: My Life in...

Duration:00:44:44

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Paul Williams

6/21/2021
Tom’s friendship with songwriting legend and actor Paul Williams dates back to 1971. On this Podcast Express episode, the two old friends talk about memorable times and tie it all into the present. There is no shortage of music legend discussed here.

Duration:00:32:01

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Saxsession (with Dave Koz, Grace Kelly, Gerald Albright)

6/14/2021
After playing the saxophone for over 50 years, Tom wanted to dedicate an episode to discuss the sax with a few of his colleagues who have mastered the instrument but have also built careers entertaining audiences with their playing. Dave Koz, Grace Kelly and Gerald Albright sit down with Tom on a special Podcast Express roundtable.

Duration:00:55:08

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Lou Adler

6/7/2021
On this episode of the Podcast Express, Tom visits with entertainment icon Lou Adler. From Sam Cooke to Carole King to the Rocky Horror Picture Show to Up In Smoke to the Monterey Pop Festival, Tom and Lou discuss these legendary topics and much much more. This episode is simply historic.

Duration:00:54:06

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Dave Grusin

6/2/2021
Tom and his longtime friend Dave Grusin sit down and discuss the remarkable (and historic) career of the composer, arranger, producer, pianist and co-founder of GRP Records. From Dave’s early career with Andy Williams to scoring “The Graduate” and "Heaven Can Wait" to building a hugely successful record label to being the subject of a documentary and more.

Duration:00:58:29