Vicki Abelson's Broadcast: The Road Taken

I met Eddie years ago in NY… we did a Comedy Central pilot together, and, he gave one of the most explosively hysterical performances Women Who Write has ever witnessed They call him the Bitter Buddha, a modern day cross between Jackie Gleason, Don Rickles, and
 Eckart Tolle. Eddie’s had recurring roles on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and has appeared on The Life and Times of Tim, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Sarah Silverman Program, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Last Comic Standing, Chappelle’s Show, Love, The Goldberg’s, Maron, Community and Brooklyn Nine-Nine to name a bunch. Eddie was also featured in the film, Old School. An accomplished dramatic actor, Eddie appeared on Law and Order: Criminal Intent, The Beat, and Now and Again. First and foremost a stand-up comic, Eddie appears regularly at The Improv, Caroline’s on Broadway, Largo at the Coronet, and both the LA and NY Upright Citizens Brigade Theaters. A Great Stillness, Eddie's first Live Comedy Album was recently released, and his, In Rui

Teen heartthrob, actor, pop star, author, activist… what's struck me most about this man I’ve adored since childhood is what a lovely and fine human he is. Paul Petersen began his career as a Mouseketeer, then appeared in Houseboat with Sophia Loren and Cary Grant, achieving stardom playing Jeff Stone from 1958 to 1966 on The Donna Reed Show. A pop star as well, Paul had hit records with She Can't Find Her Keys, Amy, Lollipops and Roses, and My Dad. And boy do I have a story! Turning to writing when acting work became scarce, Paul published 7 novels in one year. An overachiever at everything's he's done. Following the suicide of former child star Rusty Hamer, Paul founded A Minor Consideration, to improve working conditions for child actors and to assist in the transition between working as a child actor and adult life, whether in acting or in other professions. Most recently, reaching out to Erin Moran, just prior to her death. Thanks to his efforts, innumerable lives have been changed... and, saved.

I met Chris Lemmon on The Facebook. We had an instant, easy rapport, and affection. He’s been warm, loving, generous, honoring me with brilliant words for Don’t Jump, and, willing at first utterance when I have a request. Son of the late, great, iconic, actor, Jack Lemmon, the resemblance both in appearance and voice are almost unnerving. A gifted pianist, Chris followed his father's acting footsteps appearing onstage, on television, in Duet and Open House, and, in films, appearing with his father in Airport '77, That's Life! and Dad. Also a screenwriter and author, Chris adapted his, A Twist of Lemmon, to the stage. The show, which has garnered rave reviews, is being performed by Chris coast to coast. This is a heartfelt conversation, searching for Chris in the Lemmon. I adore this lovely man, and trust you do, or, will, too. Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Sound edited by Jon Mattox Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.

Quadruple threat Cameron Dye's has starred in film, TV, theatre, is a renowned musician, singer/songwriter, and, he's hot. Wait, that's way more than four. At UCLA, Cameron found a kindred spirit in fellow aspiring thespian Tim Robbins, and became a founding member of the Actors Gang, the groundbreaking theater company that would go on to become a beloved Los Angeles institution with a mission of creative public service. Cameron's had major roles in Valley Girl, and National Lampoon's Joy of Sex. He appeared on Frasier, M*A*S*H, Bones, The Mentalist, and Quantum Leap. And, had a recurring role on Smallville. Currently, he can be seen in the smash, Feud. Cameron’s band The Matchfingers, are a regular fixture of the Hollywood club scene. His original songs have appeared in The Apocalypse and Scenes From The Goldmine. He also starred in the latter film. Our conversation... we go deep. Really deep. And, of course, we laugh. Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.l

Hysterically funny, whip-smart(are whips smart?) and painfully self-aware, there's nothing that doesn't sparkle with the Cathy Ladman spin. Cathy tells all... at least most... her teenage romance with Jerry Seinfeld from Long Island to Israel and back again... demanding panel on The Tonight Show, facing off with Roseanne, and her struggle with anorexia, which has led to her most heart-wrenching, albeit hysterical work, yet. Cathy made 9 appearances on The Tonight Show, 5 on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, had her own HBO "One Night Stand" comedy special, and was awarded the American Comedy Award for Best Female Stand Up Comic. Film credits include, Charlie Wilson’s War, The Aristocrats, White Oleander, What Planet Are You From? My Fellow Americans, and Don't Tell Mom The Babysitter's Dead. Her TV roles include a recurring role on Pretty Little Liars, NCIS: LA, Mad Men, Brothers and Sisters, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Everybody Loves Raymond. She had a recurring role on Caroline in the City, and was

You don't have to like music, drummers, or Billy Joel, to love Liberty DeVitto. Who the fuck doesn't love music, drummers, and Billy Joel? Liberty is best known as the long time drummer for Billy Joel, which spanned 30 years. In addition to his work with Billy, Liberty's also been an active session and touring musician working with Carly Simon, Phoebe Snow, Karen Carpenter, Stevie Nicks, Rick Wakeman, Bob James, The Beach Boys, and Meat Loaf, to name but a few. A drummer’s drummer… he, along with Sax player Richie Cannata and the rest of the Billy Joel Band, were inducted into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame. Liberty is an official supporter of Little Kids Rock, a nonprofit organization that provides free musical instruments and instruction to children in underserved public schools throughout the USA. Along with Billy Joel Band members, Richie Cannata, and Russell Javors, Liberty formed The Lords of 52nd Street and play their original hits. Additionally, along with Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Ricky B

Spending time with Donny Most, aka, Ralph Malph, IS Happy Days. Warm, open, thoughtful and fun, Donny, maintains his teen spirit- infectious sweetness. Two degrees of craziness, I reconnected Donny with his childhood camp bud, who doubled as my boyfriend (see Cloris Leachman), coveted his first show-biz gig, and share mad love for his lifelong best friend, Anson Williams. Maybe that 'splains why I feel like I've known him forever. Donny had a recurring role on Glee, as well as starring roles in the indie film, The Yankles, and Chez Upshaw, starring Kevin Pollack and Illeana Douglas. Other film credits include ED TV, Jonathan Demme's, Crazy Mama, and The Great Buck Howard, starring John Malkovich. Donny's guest starred on Men Of A Certain Age, Star Trek: Voyager, Yes, Dear, The Crow, Sabrina, Sliders, Dark Skies and The Family Guy. Don's directed (dropping the "Donny" for the serious stuff)three features, The Last Best Sunday won the Telluride Indiefest, and his Moola, with Treat Williams and Daniel Baldwi

A long time fan of Grammy & Oscar Nominated singer/songwriter, Stephen Bishop, we met briefly after one his concerts a couple of years ago. I commenced begging and pleading to get him in the living room for Women Who Write. He was willing to come, as long as he didn't have to sing. The only AM singing he does is at 1 AM, 3 AM, even 5 AM. Well, no problem at 8 pm... when we recorded this here. Warm, easy going, engaging, and so fun, Stephen treats us to a private concert of current, about-to-be-hits, and a medley of his monsters... On and On, the theme songs to Tootsie and Animal House, Separate Lives, and Save it For a Rainy Day. He sounds amazing. And, what great stories he tells about playing privately for Barbra, Bette, and Jack. One of my favorite shows, ever, I'll be coercing him to the living room for sures. Check out his new CD, Blueprint, produced by the brilliant, Jon Gilutin. http://stephenbishop.com/shop/index.html Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly

Recipient of the 2017 Herb Sargent Award from the Writer's Guild of America, Steve O'Donnell spent 13 years as head writer for David Letterman. Spending moments with him is enough to understand why. The man is FUNNY. And, lovely. Steve also spent a couple of years on The Chris Rock Show, The Man Show, re-teamed with its co-host as head writer on Jimmy Kimmel Live, also, The Bonnie Hunt Show. Seinfeld, and The Norm McDonald Show. An inspiring and incredible human... sweet and funny. We laugh... and laugh! We just met, but I feel like I've known him forever. Two minute Quik Quip Preview https://youtu.be/8VyuZLBKafU Full show also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Lindsey Lack Sound edited by Jon Mattox Banner by Dj Markuson This week's show is sponsored by Cindy Wright of Coif Salon and Studio www.facebook.com/CoifSalonandStudio/ BROADcast debuts 4/3/17

Dishing Oscars and so much more with 6 Time Emmy Winner, Bruce Vilanch ~Oscars, Emmys and Tonysm oh my! Writer of jokes for gazillions...including: Lily Tomlin, Billy Crystal (Bruce helmed his famed, brilliant Oscar shows), Roseanne Barr, Rosie O'Donnell, Paul Reiser, Dame Elizabeth Taylor, Steven Tyler of Aerosmith, and Robin Williams, to name but a few. Performing himself, from Hollywood Squares, his one-man show, "Bruce Vilanch: Almost Famous," to starring as Edna Turnblad in Hairspray on Broadway. And, my living room(Women Who Write). Bruce Villanch puts the fun in funny wherever he is and whatever he's doing. Bruce talks Bette, Whoopi, Barry, and what the hell happened at this year's Oscars, from the cringe-worthy to the sublime––an insider's view. We had a blast. Join us woncha! Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Celebrity Road Maps to Success Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Lindsey Lack Sound edited by Jon Mattox Banner by Dj Markuson Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8l

Recorded some weeks ago, I held on to this gem, not knowing why... until Saturday, when Chuck Berry passed. Old pal, Steve Conte, who's got one of the greatest rock voices of all time (he was Paul Simon's vocal stand-in for years) has played with just about everyone throughout his career, has a classic Berry story, which he shares here. Time has come today. Steve’s first road gig, was touring with Blood Sweat & Tears in the mid-80s, right around the time I began booking him on Bleecker Street in NY. From there Steve played with J. Geils Band frontman Peter Wolf, the beforementioned Chuck Berry, toured with Billy Squier, Willy Deville, Eric Burdon, was a member of reformed New York Dolls and has shared the stage with an innumerable number of his heroes from Sam Moore, to Springsteen. Steve’s been writing for, recording and touring with former Hanoi Rocks frontman Michael Monroe for the past six years, supporting Guns & Roses, The Foo Fighters and Motorhead. Steve's solo debut, The Steve Conte NYC Album, inc

Part 2 of my interview with Peter Bogdanovich focus's on Orson, Cassavetes, Tatum, Peter's director's cut which surprised him the most, his upcoming book, his next movie and the film he promised to finish. I left the studio for the first time to sit down with Academy Award-winning writer/director, Peter Bogdanovich. Wouldn't you? Time flew during our intimate conversation. So much so that this will be another first... a two-parter. He could've talked all night and I would have still wanted more. I knew about The Last Picture Show, What's Up Doc, Mask, and Paper Moon... there's so much more I didn't know. A master class which feels like easy entertainment. This will go down as one of my life's great memories. Thrilled to share it with youes. So grateful to Stacey Souther​ for running remote sound and making this possible. Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Celebrity Road Maps to Success Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Stacey Souther Sound Editor Jon Mattox Also available on: iTunes appl

I left the studio for the first time to sit down with Academy Award-winning writer/director, Peter Bogdanovich. Wouldn't you? Time flew during our intimate conversation. So much so that this will be another first... a two-parter. He could've talked all night and I would have still wanted more. I knew about The Last Picture Show, What's Up Doc, Mask, and Paper Moon... there's so much more I didn't know. A master class which feels like easy entertainment. This will go down as one of my life's great memories. Thrilled to share it with youes. So grateful to Stacey Souther​ for running remote sound and making this possible. Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Celebrity Road Maps to Success Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Stacey Souther Sound Editor Jon Mattox Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj This week's show is sponsored by Coif Salon in Studio City www.facebook.com/CoifSalonandStudio/ BROADcast debuts 3/8/17

One the most delightful conversations I've ever had... Nancy Allen is as adorable to chat with as she is to behold. A fellow Bronx girl––kindred spirit, she went to the school I coveted––there's a story! Nancy’s first film was The Last Detail with Jack Nicholson’s as his reluctant date… what a way to start a career… from there she went on to Carrie, coupled with John Travolta, who she reteamed with in Blow Out. Dressed to Kill earned her a Golden Globe Nomination. Nancy was nominated for Saturn Best Actress Awards for The Philadelphia Experiment and Robo Cop. Another dozen-plus movies followed, plus appearances on television on The Commish, Judging Amy and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit to name a few. Nancy serves as executive director of the weSPARK Cancer Support Center. It's now her life's work. One of our Women Who Write sisters recently found great comfort there. What an inspiration! We had so much fun. Promise, it's contagious. Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Celebrity Road Maps to Suc

One of the most recognizable voices in the world, Shadoe Stevens' been the host of American Top 40 - broadcast to an estimated 1 billion listeners a week. Share, Shadoe! Currently, he's the voice of the Antenna TV Network, and the new Craig Ferguson series for the History Channel, "Join or Die."
 He was also the voice of Ferguson’s “The Late Late Show.” Shadoe's voiced countless commercials and has appeared on 90210, starred in two series for CBS: spent four years on "Dave's World," and two different versions of “Hollywood Squares.” Shadoe created and launched the most successful rock station in the country, KROQ-FM” in Los Angeles, and KMET-FM, the most successful Album Oriented Rock station of the 70’s and 80’s- Nothing like hosting a talk show host. Great storyteller with great stories.! He's FUN! Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Celebrities Who've Merged Creativity And Commerce Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Jon Mattox Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher

Who's running the show? Well, if it's a great comedy, good chance it's Mike Royce. Showrunner of the reimagined One Day At A Time currently streaming on Netflix, the stupendous Men of A Certain Age, and, Luckie Louie... plus Emmy-nominated writer, and exec producer on Everybody Loves Raymond. The man knows how to do this. I've known Mike since a gazillion years ago, when he was the main MC, introducing Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, and Louis CK and Ray Romano, nightly at NYC’s Comedy Cellar. Clearly great at it, as he's written many of the latter's shows. 60 + second Quik Quip Preview https://youtu.be/5Lu2y-38Rjk Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj BROADcast debuts 2/13/17 Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Jon Mattox This week's show is sponsored by Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing. quikimpressions.com/

Paula Poundstone, American Comedy, and Cable Ace Award Winning Comedian. The funny does not get funnier. 60 second Quik Quip Preview https://youtu.be/aqEYxQXspc4 Also available on: iTunes http://apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher http://bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein http://bit.ly/2gGeItj BROADcast debuts 2/7/17 Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Jon Mattox This week's show is sponsored by Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing. http://quikimpressions.com/ Preorder Paula's HYSTERICAL, The Totally Unscientific Study of the Search for Human Happiness http://amzn.to/2jXutla

When the world's gone mad, we need Mo. Actress, comedian, writer, activist, Mo Gaffney, is a two-time Obie winner, a regular on Absolutely Fabulous, That 70s Show, Mad About You, and a host of other performances on television and film. We talk career path, the state of the union, and, what her activism looks like. And, of course, we laugh. Because, Mo's funny! Even now, This week's show is sponsored by Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing. quikimpressions.com/ Also available on: iTunes apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein bit.ly/2gGeItj Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Sound Engineer Jon Mattox 60 Second Quik Quip https://youtu.be/oysKNlKaRLU

Five-time Emmy Nominee, Will Durst, finds the funny in these terrifying times. Thoughtful, insightful, delightful conversation with the man The New York Times called, "Quite possibly the best political satirist working in the country today." The Los Angeles Times said, "He’s an equal opportunity offender with a restless mind and delicious sense of language. Where most comedians give us attitude, Durst brings style and has one thing in common with the best: a sense of moral outrage." He spills his beans, his guts, and I spill my kishkas. We laugh! This week's show is sponsored by Quik Impressions, the best printers, printing. quikimpressions.com/ Also available on: iTunes http://apple.co/2dj8ld3 Stitcher http://bit.ly/2h3R1fl tunein http://bit.ly/2gGeItj Vicki Abelson's BROADcast: The Road Taken Produced by Louise Palanker Engineered by Dj Markuson Sound Edited by Jon Mattox

I met Ricky Byrd back in the daze… when we were both in a daze… I was booking the Rock’ N Roll Café on Bleecker Street. Ricky was already a rockstar, center stage with Joan Jett ~ Blackheart lead guitarist, playing those iconic riffs in the great MTV Music Video Days. Ricky Ricky has recorded, toured and/or has performed with Roger Daltrey, Ian Hunter, Southside Johnny, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Joe Walsh, Mavis Staples, Billy Squier, Darlene Love, Ronnie Spector, Brian Wilson, Steve Miller, Graham Nash, Don Felder, Alice Cooper, Bruce Springsteen, Steven Van Zant, Mick Taylor, Dion, Elvis Costello, Bonnie Bramlett, Billie Joe Armstrong, Bill Medley, Paul Shaffer, Smokey Robinson and many others. Two years ago Ricky was inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame. An honor which befalls the very best, and the very few. More importantly, 29 years ago, he got sober. For the past 9 years, using music to help others follow in kind has been his life’s passion, and now, his work. Ricky Byrd’s Clean Getaway,