Live From Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Comedy Show
Summary: Pop culture influencers, TV stars, film actors, comedians, and musicians share inspirational stories about the road to success. Go deep into trending topics with insightful conversations that are part comedy/part drama and always entertaining! With your host, described as “The Midwest Lounge Letterman,” Jeff Dwoskin.
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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!
Interview: I am joined once again by comedian/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 stories involving Abbey Road Studios, Milton Berle, Sam Kinison, James Taylor, Joe Walsh and Robert Klein. We also discussed Private Parts and Jackie ultimately leaving the Howard Stern Show.
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.
Interview: I am joined by writer, producer, & director Kenneth Johnson. We discuss Kenny's time becoming the drama guy in school to his first jobs in the industry & later joining The 6 Million Dollar Man where he created The Bionic Woman & 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. Also: sneak peak into V: The Second Generation and plans to remake V & create a new movie trilogy.
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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 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 Bowie and a story from their movie together The Man Who Fell to Earth.
Interview: I am joined by comedian, actor, director, and writer, Mike Young. Mike shares some great stories of being an up and coming writer/director and the lessons he's learned along the way. We discuss 'My Man is a Loser' starring John Stamos and Michael Rapaport, 'A Stand Up Guy' and 'Adam' starring Aaron Paul and last but not least Mike's series: Who the F is Mike Young?
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 George Lucas.
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'
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!
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.