Fascination Street

steve owens
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Fascinating People, Fascinating stories. If you're like me, you love to find out how people got to where they are in life, what makes them tick, some of their hurdles, and what made them think they could do it. If so, then join me every Monday as I 'take a walk down Fascination Street' and get to know the stories behind people from every walk of life. "Streetwalkers" include: actors, authors, directors, musicians, pop culture icons, social activists, athletes, screenwriters, comedians, artists, podcasters, CEO's, and even an astronaut! New episodes every Monday, and sometimes a bonus one too!

  1. Titus Welliver Returns! - Actor (The Westies / The Night Agent / Get Jiro)

    2 days ago

    Titus Welliver Returns! - Actor (The Westies / The Night Agent / Get Jiro)

    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!

    57 min
  2. Throwback: Ed Asner - Actor / Legend

    6 days ago

    Throwback: Ed Asner - Actor / Legend

    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

    35 min
  3. Henry (Beyond B3) Returns! - Street Artist Turned Fine Artist

    29 Jun

    Henry (Beyond B3) Returns! - Street Artist Turned Fine Artist

    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.

    46 min
  4. Throwback: Leroy A. Petry - Master Sergeant (Ret)

    25 Jun

    Throwback: Leroy A. Petry - Master Sergeant (Ret)

    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

    1hr 13min
  5. Chef George Blackwell Smith IV - Lucky Cajun

    22 Jun

    Chef George Blackwell Smith IV - Lucky Cajun

    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.

    54 min
  6. Throwback: Paul Feig - Director (Bridesmaids / A Simple Favor)

    18 Jun

    Throwback: Paul Feig - Director (Bridesmaids / A Simple Favor)

    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

    1hr 5min
  7. Imaad Wasif - Musician (Imaad Wasif / The Yeah Yeah Yeahs)

    15 Jun

    Imaad Wasif - Musician (Imaad Wasif / The Yeah Yeah Yeahs)

    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***

    52 min
  8. Throwback: Vinnie Tortorich - Celebrity Fitness Trainer - Parts 1 & 2

    11 Jun

    Throwback: Vinnie Tortorich - Celebrity Fitness Trainer - Parts 1 & 2

    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

    1hr 45min
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Fascinating People, Fascinating stories. If you're like me, you love to find out how people got to where they are in life, what makes them tick, some of their hurdles, and what made them think they could do it. If so, then join me every Monday as I 'take a walk down Fascination Street' and get to know the stories behind people from every walk of life. "Streetwalkers" include: actors, authors, directors, musicians, pop culture icons, social activists, athletes, screenwriters, comedians, artists, podcasters, CEO's, and even an astronaut! New episodes every Monday, and sometimes a bonus one too!

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  • Creator
    steve owens
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    563
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright steve owens
  • Show Website
    Fascination Street

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