Titus Welliver Returns!
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know even more about Titus Welliver. His first appearance on the show was on 9.29.2025. Go back and check that one out to get Titus' back story and a bit of the story of his journey. In this episode, we chat about what Titus has been up to since we last spoke. He has recently finished filming The Westies. This is a highly anticipated mafia style series on MGM+ based on the true events surrounding the construction of The Javits Center in 1980's Hell's Kitchen, New York, Ny. The show is led by J.K. Simons, and our boy Titus Welliver. It has an all-star cast and will be released on July 12th. Two episodes drop for the premier, with the remaining episodes released weekly. Titus has also recently joined the cast for the final season of Netflix's The Night Agent. Never one to rest, Titus has also completed his work on the animated series Get Jiro, which is based on the graphic novel written by the late Anthony Bourdain. We talk about all of this, plus, Titus has had two films come out this year. Ricky, and Killing Castro. Both of these projects have received wide acclaim and are available everywhere. Along the way, we chat about the new Bosch prequel series Start of Watch, the return of Ballard, in the Bosch universe, and even some of Titus's friend groups; the CADS and the Funky Homosapiens. Titus is always a blast to talk to, and this time is no different. Follow him on the socials and catch all of these upcoming and recently released projects!

Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with 7 time Emmy winning actor Ed Asner. Ed appeared on the show twice, but first appeared on the show on 7.25.18
It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited!
Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening! 

Ed Asner - Actor / Legend
This week my guest is Ed Asner. Depending on your age; you know him from The Mary Tyler Moore show, Lou Grant, even the Pixar blockbuster UP. We talk about The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Lou Grant, his touring one man show: A Man And His Prostate, and we even talk about Ed's newest book: The Grouchy Historian. Last month Ed Asner allegedly passed away in a car accident. I ASSURE YOU THAT THIS IS NOT TRUE. I KNOW THIS FOR 100% CERTAIN. THIS WAS A RIDICULOUS HOAX.
Ed's Social Media:
Twitter: @TheOnlyEdAsner
Instagram: @TheOnlyEdAsner
FB: Ed Asner
Amazon link to Ed's newest book: https://amzn.to/2MXrMuS
Link for tickets: www.amanandhisprostate.com
Link to Autism website: www.edasnerfamilycenter.org
Link to donate: www.edasnerfamilycenter.org/donate

Henry (B3 Beyond)
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know even more about return guest Henry. Previously known as "B3 Beyond", Henry previously appeared on the show back in December of 2024. Back then he was an anonymous graffiti / street artist. These days he has given up that life of crime, to become a more gallery focused artist. In this episode, we chat about his growing up in The U.K. and what made him switch his outlook and style from the street to the gallery. We cover some of the changes that made him lean in this new direction, and we also discuss some of that previous street art and where those pieces remain today. Now Henry's messaging seems to be focused on bringing attention to kidney disease; a condition that he is all too familiar with. Henry shares what his Kidney condition is, how long he has had it, and what it means for his everyday life. He also shares some startling information about who has it, how many suffer from it, and the staggering amount of folks who may not be aware that they have it. Then we discuss some of the finer points of his new art. He talks about some of the techniques he is working on and studying at university. Again, Henry resides in The U.K. just outside of London, but since we last spoke, he has made a trip across the pond, to The United States. I pepper him with questions about his trip, and where he went, and what he was doing here. Then he explains to me that while it was a refreshing change of scenery, it did inform some of the projects that he is working on. Some of Henry's current works have a decidedly political bent. As listeners of the show will know, we don't talk politics on Fascination Street; but we do deftly discuss his works and the reasons behind them. His art is beautiful, and you can see some of it on his Instagram page and his website. Both of which he shares in this episode. Make sure you check out his work, and if you are so inclined, grab a piece for yourself. I have a couple and they are major focal points on my studio wall.

Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with Medal of Honor recipient & United States Army Veteran Retired Master Sargent Leroy Petry.Leroy first appeared on the show on 5.27.18
It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited!
Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening!

Leroy A. Petry - Master Sergeant (Ret)
This episode is with Master Sergeant (Ret) Leroy A. Petry.
This decorated Army Ranger is only the second living recipient of The Medal Of Honor since The Viet Nam War.
Leroy was gracious enough to take some time out and talk with me about his life, and the events that led to his injuries.
Happy Memorial Day. Find a Veteran and thank him or her.
Follow Leroy on social media:
Twitter: @LeroyPetry
Instagram: LeroyPetry
FB: Leroy Petry
Charities: TroopsFirstFoundation.org

Chef George Blackwell Smith IV
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Chef George Blackwell Smith IV. In this episode, we chat about what led him to fall in love with cooking, and the taste of Louisiana specifically. Chef Blackwell Smith explains how he went from growing up in California, moving to Chattanooga, then to Louisiana, and why he went back to Tennessee. Then we discuss his company The Lucky Cajun This is a premium spice and seasoning blend company that prides itself on the freshest blends. I get the chef to explain to me what makes his spices and seasonings better than what you grab off of the supermarket shelf. We do trade restaurant horror stories before we get into the specifics of each of his product line offerings. The Lucky Cajun offers a hot sauce called The Green Boss, as well as several unique blends. Blackbeard's Smoke, Jerk, Cajun, and the Original. Chef Blackwell Smith explains his philosophy of 'the anatomy of the bite', and an ever-expanding selection of easy-to-read cookbooks. He teases some of the upcoming new products, and we even touch on some of the skills that make spending time in the kitchen a ton of fun. Make sure you check out what the chef has to offer over at TheLuckyCajun.com and follow him on social media.

Hey Streetwalkers.
This is a throwback episode with actor, producer, and director extraordinaire Paul Feig.
Paul has been on the show 4 times, but he first appeared on the show on 9.6.18
It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited!
Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening! 

Paul Feig - Director (Bridesmaids / A Simple Favor)
This week acclaimed director & producer Paul Feig joins me on the show. We talk about why he got into show business, Freaks and Geeks, why he dresses like a dapper British spy, The Joel McHale Show with Joel McHale, and his new Hitchcockian psychological thriller A Simple Favor (starring Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively) IN THEATERS NOW!
Follow Paul on social media:
Twit: @PaulFeig
Insta: @PaulFeig
FB: Paul Feig
also: @ASimpleFavor on Twitter & Instagram

Imaad Wasif
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Imaad Wasif. Imaad is a musician, singer, and songwriter from the California Desert. In this episode, we chat about how his family wound up living in the desert, and what it was like growing up as 'The Weird Indian Kid' in that fairly tightknit community. We do discuss his parents and their influences on his musicality as well as his overall worldview. While his family comes from India, his parents thought it might be a good idea to make a hasty retreat from their home country due to one of his folks being Muslim, while the other is Hindu. After a stint in Canda, then London, the family moved to Palm Desert. Imaad's influences know no bounds. Though his father was a Ghazal singer, the family spoke no Urdu at home, and Imaad grew up attending 'generator parties' in the desolate lands that are now famous for Coachella! Imaad generously lets me play my favorite song from his very first solo album from twenty years ago. The we do a deep dive into 'The Devine', the 'Super Consciousness', and what it means to have an 'awareness of self'. Naturally I ask how he came to be basically the fourth member of The Yeah Yeah Yeahs; with whom he has play for twenty years as well. Finally, we dig into Imaad's newest record. This is his SEVENTH solo album, and it is called 'Superconsciousness', and it was released in mid-March of this year. All of the songs are avail in all of the usual places, but YOU SHOULD PURCHASE the new album on Bandcamp. He is eve selling it on vinyl and includes several demo versions of some of the tracks. Speaking of which, Imaad is such a rad gut, that he lets me play my favorite track from the new record. The making of this record was severely hampered by the catastrophic wildfires in Altadena, California. Imaad lost some stuff but was very lucky overall, thank goodness. Follow Imaad Wasif on Instagram to see where he will be playing live next!
***LIVE AT PERMANENT RECORDS IN LOS ANGELES JULY 3RD***

Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with celebrity fitness trainer, author & podcaster Vinnie Tortorich. Vinnie has been on the show 6 times. Far more than anyone else, but he first appeared on the show on 10.8.17. It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited!
Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening! 

Vinnie Tortorich - Celebrity Fitness Trainer - Part 1
Join me as I sit down with celebrity personal trainer, podcaster, and endurance cyclist Vinnie Tortorich. He tells us about how he grew up in a Louisiana bayou, and became one of the most respected names in training and fitness (not his words). He also shares very specific details about a pretty scary time in his life.

Vinnie Tortorich - Celebrity Fitness Trainer - Part 2
Vinnie finishes his scary story, and tells us what he decided to do about his cancer diagnosis. Vinnie also talks about his book Fitness Confidential, and of course he regales us with a quaint love story involving a Bond Girl.
Vinnie will surely be back......
Follow Vinnie on social media:
Twit: @VinnieTortorich
Insta: @VinnieTortorich
FB: Vinnie Tortorich

Nils Rasmussen Returns! Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Nils Rasmussen even more. Nils first appeared on the show on 9.30.24. In this episode, we chat about what Nils has been up to since we last spoke. In that time, he has recorded and released another album. 'Probably Robots' is the newest record by Nils Rasmussen A.K.A. Uncle Outrage. I pepper him with questions about his last record 'Greatest Shit', and the indie record label he hooked up with to make that vinyl release happen. Shout out to Peter Illing over at Cacophony Clan Records for making that happen. Nils shares some of the inspiration behind some of the songs on the new record, and then we dive into the very specific and uplifting culture of the Uncle Outrage fandom. The fans of Uncle Outrage are and have always been some of the most inclusive and welcoming group of folks. Some of these fans have followed the band for nearly 20 years. We do chat a bit about Nils' father, Gerry Rasmussen, the internationally renowned cartoonist & previous guest of the show. Along the way, we discuss the moon, aliens, robots, UFOs and UAPs, plus fan mail, Bandcamp, and the post Covid live show scene in the Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Run over to Cacophony Clan Records to get the new album by Uncle Outrage, 'Probably Robots', or reach out directly to Nils for an autographed copy at the email address he gives at the end of the episode. Nils lets me play my favorite track from the new record "Make It Rot'! Keep your eyes peeled for the Nils Rasmussen / Uncle Outrage profile in Absolute Underground Magazine!

Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with Mighty Mighty BossToneS frontman & founding member of The Defiant Dicky Barrett.
Dicky first appeared as guest for the 400th episode on 2.26.24 
It was such a compelling & fun episode, l decided it needed to be re-visited!

Enjoy this throwback episode, tell a friend, and thanks for listening! 

Dicky Barrett
Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Richard Michael Barrett. Better know as Dicky; he is also called The Godfather of Skacore. Dicky is former frontman and founding member of The Mighty Mighty BossToneS, and current frontman and founder of the new super group The Defiant. In this episode, we chat about how he came to be the bow-tied plaid leader of The Bosstones, and some of the cool things he got to do along the way. He tells the story of getting to open for The Misfits while he was still in high school, as well as getting to play Fenway Park many years later. Dicky shares stories of meeting and befriending Adam Carolla and Jimmy Kimmel when they were just getting started; and some of the fun things he got to do as a result of these friendships. Adam uses Bosstones' songs in the intro and outro of his Adam Carolla Show podcast; and Dicky was the announcer for Jimmy Kimmel Live for nearly 20 years. Of course, I ask Dicky if I can play my all time favorite MMB song... and he says yes! Obviously we discuss how MMB ended up in the cult classic iconic film Clueless, and what made them decide to do it. Next, Dicky explains what happened between him and the other Bosstones, as well as his relationship with the Jimmy Kimmel Live late night show. Finally, we discuss his new band The Defiant. This super group features former members of: The Mighty Mighty BossToneS, The Offspring, Smash Mouth, Street Dogs, and The Briggs. The Defiant is: Pete Parada, Greg Camp, Johnny Rioux, Joey LaRocca, and Dicky Barrett. Their debut album "If We're Really Being Honest" was released in late October 2023. Naturally I ask him if I can play my favorite song from this new album.... and Dicky said yes again! I had such a blast talking with Dicky, I think we are best friends now! Don't be surprised if you hear more from Dicky on Fascination Street Podcast. This dude is rad as balls. Thanks Dicky! And thanks Mike Dawson, you know what you did.