Category Archives: Episodes

John Koblin -323

November 19, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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John Koblin is a journalist who covers media for the New York Times. He is also the co-author of a fascinating new book on the story of HBO entitled, “It’s Not TV: The Spectacular Rise, Revolution, and Future of HBO.” Join us as we do a deep dive into the origins of Home Box Office and the state of television as a result.

Robin Lane -322

November 15, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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She’s rock and roll royalty! Enjoy a conversation with legendary musician and composer Robin Lane. Robin is the subject of a new documentary entitled “When Things Go Wrong” and is famous for multiple hits with her group Robin Lane and the Chart Busters. She just cut a new album and has a non-profit organization that actively helps women and others suffering from trauma.

Rachel Silber Devlin -321

November 13, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Rachel Silber Devlin has written the most in-depth biography or her late father, the towering figure John Silber.
Her new memoir is entitled “Snapshots of My Father, John Silber,” and it tells the whole story of the man in Texas who overcame a physical handicap to become a leader in higher education. He was a complex public figure who provoked debate. But he was also a dedicated Dad and Husband to his devoted family. Rachel’s story is an eloquent account of an authentic man of principle who never backed down.

CHEF GIOVANNA HUYKE -320

November 8, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet Master Chef Giovanna Huyke, currently serving the most delicious Latin and Puerto Rican cuisine at a Boston area restaurant known as La Fabrica Central.
Giovanna , dubbed The Julia Child of Puerto Rico, blazed a trail as the first female chef to host and co-produce the first TV cooking show on the island. She is helping us explore the wonders of Latin cuisine as she whest our appetites with endearing tales from the kitchen!

Joan Wallace-Benjamin -319

November 7, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Joan Wallace-Benjamin is a woman of accomplishment and that is an understatement! She has served the public sector in a variety of leadership roles with The New England Home for Little Wanderers, the ABCD Head start Program, The Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston and as Chief of Staff during the early months of the Governor Duval Patrick administration in Massachusetts. Through her many years of service she has exemplified good character and leadership traits that many have come to admire. We commemorate the publishing of her memoir, Leading a Life in Balance: Principles of Leadership from the Executive Suite to the Family Table with a conversation about what matters most in the board room and at home.

Julian David Stone -318

November 2, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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As a proud “Monster Kid,” ( and don’t worry we will define that term ) your fanboy host is proud to welcome Julian David Stone, a founding member of the MC club, to the podcast. Julian is a successful screenwriter and documentarian who spends much of his time these days writing books about the coolest of pop culture topics.
His latest creation is called It’s Alive!, a novel about the making of the classic Universal horror film Frankenstein in 1931. You’ll enter the world of Junior Laemmle , Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi and numerous other Hollywood legends and understand just how key “The Monster” was in forging the new Hollywood!

Michael Oren -317

October 30, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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The multifaceted Michael Oren joins us today to talk about his thrilling new WWII novel Swann’s War. Michael is a respected historian, novelist, politician and military veteran who recently served as Israel’s ambassador to the United States. He is also one fine storyteller who weaves an exciting tale about a rarely mentioned aspect of the Second World War. We’ll talk a little geopolitics as well with the Ambassador.

Mary Dealy -316

October 23, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Today, we examine how people choose to look and feel better about themselves as we focus on the essence of beauty. Our guest is nurse practitioner Mary Dealy, owner /operator of BeautoxEtc, a cosmetic dermatology practice located near Boston. Mary shares with us the many safe and proven non-surgical options for looking younger as well as the visible emotional lift one receives.

Larry Ruttman Returns -315

October 19, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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We welcome back one of our favorite Renaissance men, the inimitable Larry Ruttman. Larry has penned books about baseball, and Jewish American history along with a fascinating memoir covering eight-plus decades of his rich life. His latest project is a book called Intimate Conversations: Face to Face with Matchless Musicians. We talk about conversations Larry has had with the world’s top classical artists, composers and conductors. His work offers fresh insights into the hearts and minds of musical geniuses. And together we celebrate the lasting beauty and significance of classical music.

Vincent Paterson -314

October 16, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Vincent Paterson is one of the top choreographers and directors in the nation, with a host of show business accomplishments and milestones. He tells us about working with countless superstars from Michael Jackson to Madonna. His memoir entitled Icons and Instincts: Choreographing and Directing Entertainment’s Biggest Stars chronicles the career highs and occasional setbacks of one of this era’s most innovative artists. Enjoy stories of Broadway, Hollywood and the exciting world of dance with a masterful storyteller.