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Donna Reed
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Radio personality and voiceover pro Donna Reed interviews friends in the entertainment biz inside her cozy linoleum free recording studio. Unscripted and always entertaining, listen in and find out why music + media are the conversation starters. Theme song: Mark Sparrow, Song Bird Studios | Booth announcer: Joe Szymanski 

  1. 3d ago

    Children's author Cindy Miller talks about how her new book teaches compassion through storytelling

    In the studio today with author and educator Cindy Miller, who has just written a book that children, parents and teachers will find heartwarming from start to finish! The story 'Alli the Alligator: A Children's Book About Kindness, Bullying, Courage, and Celebrating Differences' teaches readers the values of courage, compassion and family while reminding us all that being different is a gift - plus how finding your purpose in life in one busy world can be really easy! Join us.  About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  2. 3d ago

    Nashville comedian Brian Bates talks about his new movie 'The Breadwinner' with Nate Bargatze; his new hit comedy special 'Worried', and why 'resting-worried face' is really a thing

    In Nashville today with the always entertaining comedian Brain Bates, and does he give us some funny back stories about his new movie with Nate Bargatze called 'The Breadwinner', and his new special 'Worried'! Fans worldwide are familiar with Bates' "resting-worried face" as part of his stand-up routine, but on the podcast we not only find out what's behind his ''look", but also how he turned a lifetime of overthinking, awkward encounters and people-pleasing habits into one hilarious and relatable special! (available now on YouTube). He then covers real observations about how combining talent and hard work - and knowing how to showcase your creativity -  can make anyone's artistic dreams come true! Join us. About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  3. Sep 22

    Children's book author Evelina Ruimy empowers kids through her story of courage and confidence

    In Los Angeles today with children's book author Evelina Ruimy, best known for writing 'Hop's tales: The Kind Bunny' - available now wherever you get your books - and it's the best kind of story for parents and teachers - as well as for kids! Evelina's book, complete with perfect rhyming and engaging illustrations, focuses on instilling those all important qualities for both children and adults: empathy, confidence, resilience and social-emotional learning. Bring along your love of books and join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  4. Aug 25

    Advertising legend Linda Kaplan Thaler talks creativity, fearlessness, and that Aflac Duck

    In the studio today with Linda Kaplan Thaler, creative genius behind the Aflac Duck, Toys "R" Us Kid, Clairol's "Yes! Yes! Yes! advertising campaigns and more, in her new book 'My Life in 30 Seconds" (available September 8) - a memoir like no other. Funny, heartfelt and inspiring, her memoir lets you know that hey, life-changing moments don't take years, sometimes they happen in just 30 seconds! We discuss not only creativity, but also how to be fearless, how to inspire and mostly, how to "be here now". Bring your savvy Madison Avenue selves and join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  5. Jul 15

    Texas Radio Hall of Famer Dayna Steele talks about 'The Woman in the Mirror', legendary radio days and devoted fans known as 'Steeleworkers'

    In Houston today with the always entertaining rock radio legend Dayna Steele - as she heads on over to Scotland to bring her play 'The Woman in the Mirror' to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Her award winning play tells of her experiences caring for her mother, Fran, through Alzheimer's disease. The 70 minute, one woman/two-actor performance blends poignant storytelling, humor and compassion - much like the playwright herself! The play, based on her best-selling book, Surviving Alzheimer's with Friends, Facebook, and a Really Big Glass of Wine is part of the convo, along with cool chats about her radio career at rocker KLOL in Houston, her devoted fan base of 'Steeleworkers' and so much more. Join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  6. Jun 16

    Marty Scott, 'George Harrison' of Beatles tribute band 'Liverpool Legends' talks tours, McCartney and how George's sister Louise kick-started the band

    Today I'm in the studio with Chicago native Marty Scott, who plays George Harrison in Liverpool Legends, a world-renowned Beatles tribute band. The group, hand-picked by Louise Harrison, the sister of George, is the Grammy nominated band - famous for its note-for-note musical accuracy for literally every Beatles tune from the Magical Mystery Tour! (Get concert info at Liverpool Legends). Marty fills us in on everything you ever wanted to know about this amazing tribute band, from its history to their Grammy award nomination for 'Fab Fan Memories - The Beatles Bond'. And will there be a book about Louise Harrison and her bond with the band? Marty fills us in - so bring your love of Beatles music and join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  7. May 20

    Texas storyteller Mike Vance talks Lone Star State history with his new 'Duckworth Historical Crime' book series

    In the big state of Texas today with local Houston-based historian and storyteller Mike Vance. A leading voice in Lone Star State history, Mike comes from 16 year media career in stand-up comedy and broadcasting and always manages to seamlessly mix in his comedy and deep historical research with his writing - with entertaining reselts! His recent books (a diverse catalog of 13!) cover true crime, regional Texas history, sports history and humor. Bring your love of Texas to the podcast studio and join us! About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

  8. May 19

    Writer Amy Ephron talks writing style, building characters and her new book Unseasonably Cold

    In Los Angeles today with acclaimed author, journalist and screenwriter Amy Ephron (A Cup of Tea: A Novel of 1917 and One Sunday Morning) talking about her tenth novel Unseasonably Cold - which chronicles the mysterious disappearance of a popular socialite who vanishes without a trace - set against the backdrop of 1939 New York. Join us as Amy discusses everything from her unique writing style, creating characters, to growing up in one of America's most celebrated, close-knit literary and filmmaking families.   About the Spotlight Conversations podcast: Tune in as I invite friends inside my cozy linoleum free recording studio to talk about all things media - radio, television, music, film, voiceovers, audiobooks, publishing - if guests are in the media spotlight, we're talking! Refreshingly unscripted and always entertaining, listen in as each guest gets real about their careers in the entertainment biz, from where they started to how it's going. So settle into my swanky studio where drinks are on ice and the conversation starters are music + media - always a deal breaker for the rock and roll homemaker!  New episodes drop every other Tuesday and Wednesday. Listen to Donna every night as she shares her fave Classic Hits from the 60s, 70s & 80s starting at 9 on Houston Radio Platinum (get the app for the station in your App Store!) Then hang out for her evening seqment on the show called 'Late Night Spotlight'- intimate, unscripted interviews with guests from the entertainment industry, airing Monday through Friday at 10PM CT/11:00 ET  Social media links, website and more here Follow and subscribe here Booth Announcer: ...

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Radio personality and voiceover pro Donna Reed interviews friends in the entertainment biz inside her cozy linoleum free recording studio. Unscripted and always entertaining, listen in and find out why music + media are the conversation starters. Theme song: Mark Sparrow, Song Bird Studios | Booth announcer: Joe Szymanski 

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  • Creator
    Donna Reed
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    164
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Spotlight Conversations
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