Tom Scott's Podcast Express

Tom talks with legendary American film and television director, writer, producer, composer, guitarist and actor Chuck Lorre.

Tom visits with retired United States Army lieutenant general and former United States National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster. From United States history to wartime strategy to AC/DC, Tom and H.R. cover a fascinating blend of topics .

Tom talks with the brilliant drummer Jeff Hamilton. The two discuss how Jeff got started in jazz and then reminisce about the lessons, good times and experiences working and knowing many of the music's greatest legends including Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Brown, Benny Carter, Buddy Rich and many many more!

Tom visits with legendary trumpeter and bandleader Doc Severinsen. The two friends talk about Doc's beginnings on trumpet, early influences, leading the Tonight Show Band with Johnny Carson, and recording the album "Brand New Thing" that Tom produced with Doc.

Tom catches up with Steely Dan co-founder Donald Fagen. The two talk about early jazz influences, Walter Becker, Bard College, the origin of Steely Dan, The Nightfly, meeting and working on classic albums Aja and Gaucho and a whole lot more.

Tom visits with the hugely talented and versatile musician Vince Gill. Vince shares his story of becoming a musician, playing loud guitar and finding himself on stage with the Eagles and much more.

Tom sits down with musician, producer and YouTube sensation Rick Beato. The two discuss Rick's musical upbringing, his life as a musician, and the evolution of his wildly popular YouTube channel.

Tom and Grammy Award winning multi-talented bassist Christian McBride have a spirited conversation about growing up with music in the air, influences, mentors, brushes with greatest and a lot more.

Tom visits with actor, producer, director James Widdoes. James is best known for playing Robert Hoover in the movie Animal House but is also a successful producer and director working on many television series such as Boston Common, Reba, The King of Queens, Two and a Half Men and Mom.