Richard Brody -299

July 20, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Another good friend stops by for coffee and conversation. Richard Brody is a radio pro who has worked on and off the air for decades, achieving notoriety as one of the most successful and innovative radio account executives in the business. In his younger days we took his turns as disc jockey on many stations and formats throughout the northeast. He also helped produce and promote hundreds of concerts, working with some of the biggest stars in the music business. Rich is the closest thing to a radio historian you’re going to meet and his stories are always great fun!

Professor Donald Rubin -298

July 13, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet my friend “The Statistician!” Professor Donald Rubin is a world-renowned professor and expert in the field of statistics. He explains why stats matter and the important role they play in nearly every facet of life. Don is Professor Emeritus at Harvard University, has received stunning accolades from across the globe, none of which , he admits, holds a candle to the distinct honor of having a dish named for him at a local Chinese restaurant. That’s why he’s a friend and a hero of mine.

James Gavin -297

July 10, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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James Gavin is a writer and acclaimed music biographer with previous best sellers on the lives of Chet Baker, Peggy Lee and Lena Horne. His latest is an in-depth look at a pop superstar whose fall from the public’s grace was slow and tragic, following a rocketing ascendence to world-wide fame. In George Michael: A Life, Gavin has gone further than any other biographer, exploring all aspects of Michael’s professional career and those which led him along the path of self-destruction. It is a riveting story we invite you to check out!

Personal Fav -296

July 3, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet the founders of Personal Fav, a sexual wellness brand offering safer, plant-based sex products with the cleanest ingredients. Stephanie Elias and Hannah Hutton are looking to flip the male dominated sexual products industry on its head and are making strong inroads as young female entrepreneurs. And they are getting national attention in the process.

Bruce Ferber -295

June 29, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Wonderful to welcome back a fine novelist and radio guest of mine Bruce Ferber. Over the years we’ve spoken with Bruce about his days as a comedy writer and producer of such shows as Coach, Bosom Buddies, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and more. For over a decade now Bruce has focused on writing novels, each one a gem and quite funny. His previous two books worth checking out are Elevating Overman and Cascade Falls. On today’s podcast, we chat with him about his latest called I Buried Paul, a character rich take on Beatles cover bands and those musicians who never stop chasing the dream!

Ryan Britt – Phasers on Stun -294

June 26, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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OK, it’s your friendly podcast host indulging himself in his passion for Space, the Final Frontier! We welcome sci-fi chronicler, writer, editor and pop-culture whiz Ryan Britt to talk up his fabulous new book, Phasers on Stun: How the Making (and Remaking) of Star Trek Changed the World. Two to beam up and you’re invited to hop aboard as well!

Brigadier General (Ret) Jack Hammond -293

June 22, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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It’s an honor to welcome Brigadier General (Ret) Jack Hammond to the podcast. The General heads up the Home Base Program, dedicated to treating the invisible wounds of war. Thousands of our veterans are in desperate need of help for PTSD, addiction and other mental health issues caused by their wartime experiences. The Home Base Program is taking on this critical mission in bold innovative ways. And they are meeting with success. But more needs to be done. And you can help by clicking here! https://homebase.org

Mark Seal -292

June 15, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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The Godfather is one of America’s most popular and iconic movie masterpieces. Meet Vanity Fair writer Mark Seal who tells the incredible true story of the making of The Godfather in Leave the Gun, Take the Cannoli. Insightful stories and exclusive interviews highlight this terrific book, out during the 50th anniversary of the film’s release. Movie lovers, you are in for a treat!

Kevin Flynn -291

June 12, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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Meet the multi-faceted funny man Kevin Flynn. Kevin is a successful standup, actor, writer and producer who joins us to chat up his touring performance of Fear of Heights a funny and moving one-man show about an Irish-American kid’s phobias, family life, and the meaning of success. Kevin’s path to success is a neat one and you’ll likely agree that he’s a very funny fellow with a deep sense of heart and soul.

Natalie Jacobson -290

June 5, 2022EpisodesDan Thibeault

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As the face of WCVB TV 5 in Boston, Natalie Jacobson earned the trust and admiration of countless New Englanders. The award-winning news anchor has penned her autobiography entitled, Every Life a Story: Natalie Jacobson Reporting. She relates many adventures during the pioneering days of television news in the 1970’s. Natalie also shares personal stories of her upbringing and family. This broadcast icon’s new book offers readers an intimate look at the behind the scenes world of television news. Learn more about Jordan Rich and the many ways he keeps “conversation alive and well”, here.