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. Throwback: Clint Howard - Actor / Legend

    22H AGO

    Throwback: Clint Howard - Actor / Legend

    Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with legendary actor Clint Howard. Clint has been working as a professional actor since he was 2 yrs old, and he first appeared on the show on 11.19.17 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!  This is part 1 and part 2 joined. Part 1: Clint Howard - Actor - Part 1 In this episode, Hollywood Legend joins me as we talk about: Golf, Sexual Twister, Cheap Trick, and Politics. We even talk about Dwayne Johnson running for president (and this was recorded in July before he said he would run!). We also talk Indy film, his brother Ron's coaching career, and Clint suggests that I interview his dad, another HW Legend! Part 2: Clint Howard - Actor - Part 2 Welcome back for Clint Howard Part 2. In this episode we talk about the TV show he is working on, the professionalism of Joey Lauren Adams, Acting, Pippi Longstocking, Uwe Boll, and I buy something from him on air. Stay tuned for bonus content after the episode.

    1h 42m
  2. Devin Kawaoka - Actor (Shrinking / Chicago Med)

    3D AGO

    Devin Kawaoka - Actor (Shrinking / Chicago Med)

    Devin Kawaoka Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Devin Kawaoka. Devin is an actor who can currently be seen on Apple TV's Shrinking; as well as NBC's Chicago Med. In this episode, Devin and I chat about his first love, snow skiing. He was really good too, some say Olympics bound. He shares the story of what happened that turned his attention toward acting. Once he did find acting, he never looked back. Devin has starred on Broadway in the massively acclaimed 'Slave Play' and is realizing huge success on two of the biggest shows on the screen today. (The ones I mentioned above). Devin also shares the reasons that he chose NYU Tisch; not once, but twice. We take a bit of a walk down Memory Lane, as we talk about his favorite TV show, 'Six Feet Under', and why it was so important to him. It was so impactful to a young Devin, that the show has informed his idea of what good writing and acting can do for those watching. Along the way, we talk about his experiences on several shows. Devin plays Dr. Kai Tanaka-Reed on Chicago Med, while simultaneously playing the lovable husband Charlie on Shrinking. We discuss the logistics of filming those two shows at the same time..... nearly 1800 miles apart. I pepper Devin with questions about some of his other projects in film like 'Friend of Dave' & "Under the Lantern Lit Sky' as well as the television show 'Lucifer'. We then dive into Devin's recent foray into screenwriting. He has written pilots for two different TV shows, and he explains both what they are about, and where he is hoping they land. We end the episode by talking about the person who he admires and hopes to model his writing and producing career after. Follow Devin Kawaoka on Instagram to see what he does next!

    59 min
  3. Throwback: Rance Howard - Icon / Actor

    MAY 14

    Throwback: Rance Howard - Icon / Actor

    Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with guest Rance Howard. Rance, who has appeared in over 300 film & television episodes over his nearly 70 year career and the father of both Ron & Clint Howard first appeared on the show on 12.31.17 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! Rance Howard - Icon / Actor My buddy Clint pulled some strings and was able to get me a sit down interview with his dad Rance Howard in July of 2017. With more than 100 film appearances and more than 200 episodes of television; Rance worked in the business from 1956 until he passed in late 2017. This is his last long form interview. One of the kindest, most engaging men I have ever met. Stay tuned for bonus extras after the episode. Shortly after this interview, Mr. Howard made two more movies, and then became ill. He never recovered. This was one of the best days of my life. Although Rance Howard will be sorely missed by many; I am POSITIVE that Heaven is a better place with him in it. Rest easy, and Farewell Good Sir. --Steve

    1h 14m
  4. James Paxton - Actor (Last Train to Fortune) / Musician (Love, Pax)

    MAY 11

    James Paxton - Actor (Last Train to Fortune) / Musician (Love, Pax)

    James Paxton Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know James Paxton. James is an actor, a musician, and an artist. In this episode, we chat about all of those things and more. We discuss his dad, Bill Paxton, and how James got sick with E. coli while attending NYU for journalism. James tells an amazing story about how the Entourage character Vincent Chase got his name and even regales me with the story of making the tile for Phil Collins' house! We touch on his experience on the set of Texas Rising, and then we have a surprise special guest drop in to say hi. After that, it's back to the action where we discuss James' feature film debut 'Boogeyman Pop' and why it still sits on the shelf at Blumhouse. James tells me about the hush hush secret that he had to keep when he was the voice of the son on the HULU hit show 'How I Met Your Father' and why he had to keep it a secret. Of course, we discuss his new film 'Last Train to Fortune' and working alongside Malcolm McDowell. Nest, we dive into James' musical career. He is part of two bands, 'Flamingo Dogs' and 'Soundaze', plus he lets me play a song from his solo project 'Love, Pax'. You're gonna dig it!

    1h 6m
  5. Throwback: Chris Ballew - Musician (The Presidents of the United States of America / Caspar Babypants)

    MAY 7

    Throwback: Chris Ballew - Musician (The Presidents of the United States of America / Caspar Babypants)

    Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with Chris Ballew from the ground breaking 90s band The Presidents of the United States of America. Chris first appeared on the show on 7.18.22 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!  Chris Ballew Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Chris Ballew. Chris is a musician and founding member and lead singer of the alternative rock band The Presidents of the United States of America. Chris is also known as Caspar Babypants; catering music for parents and kids to enjoy together. In this episode we chat about why he was drawn to music, touring as a band member with Beck for 2 tours, forming The Presidents, managing huge hits like Peaches, and Lump, and some of the strangely stringed instruments he has played in those songs. He shares stories about Sir Mix A Lot, Beck, Madonna, and even a great story about Kurt Cobain's GHOST! We talk about he second, third, and now fourth musical incarnation; including Caspar Babypants, writing music for tv, film, and commercials, and his latest project, ethereal music. All of this and more, Chris HAS to com back! Follow Chris on social media: Insta: @ChrisBallew Check out his music at: ChrisBallew.org & Babypantsmusic.com

    1h 12m
  6. Lauren Lucas - Singer / Songwriter

    MAY 4

    Lauren Lucas - Singer / Songwriter

    Lauren Lucas Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Lauren Lucas. Lauren is a singer songwriter originally from South Carolina, and currently living in Nashville, Tn. In this episode, we chat about her growing up in South Carolina and making the move to Nashville. We also discuss the craziness of her being signed to a publishing deal as a teenager; having never written a song! She shares some of her inspirations, and some of the amazing artists that she has opened for on regional and national tours. I ask her why she decided to attend Belmont University, and how she ended up teaching songwriting at that same school. We briefly talk about some of the bands and acts that she has been part of, or associated with. Naturally we do a deep dive into songwriting and the importance of learning to co-write. Lauren graciously lets me play one of my favorite older songs of hers, and then later on I get to play her newest release! Finally, we get into how she came to be part of the writing team that composes all of the music and interstitials for the Netflix sitcom Leanne. (The voice you hear sing the theme is Lauren's). If you have a chance, check out Lauren's podcast 'The Happiest Hour Podcast', available wherever you get your podcasts.

    1h 9m
  7. Throwback: John Kapelos - Actor (The Breakfast Club / Sixteen Candles / Seinfeld)

    APR 30

    Throwback: John Kapelos - Actor (The Breakfast Club / Sixteen Candles / Seinfeld)

    Hey Streetwalkers. This is a throwback episode with actor John Kapelos, the janitor from The Breakfast Club! John first appeared on the show on 6.24.24 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! John Kapelos Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know John Kapelos. You may know John as 'Carl, The Janitor' from the 1984 cult classic film: The Breakfast Club; but he is so much more than that! In this episode, we chat about him spending nearly a decade with Second City, his experiences on some of the greatest John Hughes films, and even his time as 'The Sniffing Accountant' on Seinfeld. We discuss how the show must go on, even after his father unexpectedly passed. John reveals the moment he found out that Emelio Estevez was the son of Martin Sheen, stories from the set of The Breakfast Club, and his scene from Ferris Bueller's Day Off that got cut. As if all of this improv comedy and hall of fame acting isn't enough, John Kapelos also put out an album! It is called "John Kapelos: Too Hip For the Room"; and he lets me play a track from it. I think you're gonna dig it! John is a consummate professional, and he gets honest and vulnerable with me in this interview. I appreciate him for letting go, and not holding back. If you have a chance to see John in a play, or singing, or in television and film; I highly suggest you check him out. In everything he does, he BRINGS IT!

    1h 7m
  8. Brandon Violette - (Stretch Armstrong / T.O.T.S. / Cars: Lightning Racers / CoCoMelon Lane)

    APR 27

    Brandon Violette - (Stretch Armstrong / T.O.T.S. / Cars: Lightning Racers / CoCoMelon Lane)

    Brandon Violette Take a walk with me down Fascination Street as I get to know Brandon Violette. Brandon is a screenwriter for several children's animated television shows including: Stretch Armstrong, T.O.T.S., Cars: Lightning Racers, and the co-creator of the kid's show CoComelon Lane. In this episode, we chat about how his love of making up stories as a kid led to him writing television shows for kids. He has worked on some of the biggest shows in children's programing. Brandon shares the story of how he got hired at Hasbro and worked his way up to writing for Stretch Armstong. Then he tells me how that job led him to write for T.O.T.S. and then springboarded him to the co-creator position for CoComelon Lane! Obviously, we discuss how the opportunity to study at the Beijing Film Academy presented itself just as he was finishing up his degree in the US. We touch a little bit on his time in China, and what he learned from being immersed in that culture. We trade stories of being terrified by international travel, before we dive into his career in animation. From Hasbro's animation studios to Netflix shows, to Disney & Pixar; Brandon has earned his laurels. One of Brandon's more recent endeavors is his podcast. The Story Series Podcast was born out of the idea that writers could get together and share their experiences so that other writers, and future writers could learn some of the tricks and traps along the path of their chosen careers. His podcast is just over a year old and has nearly 60 episodes. Even as a non-writer, I really enjoyed getting to peek behind the curtain with some of the best screenwriters working today. Check it out wherever you get your podcasts.

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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
    550
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright steve owens
  • Show Website
    Fascination Street

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