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WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley picks the brains of the most influential filmmakers, musicians and artists of our time in the new podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley!” Based in the nation's capital, Jason has interviewed just about every famous figure you can imagine: Aretha Franklin, Carol Burnett, Garth Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, the list is endless! You’ve heard the highlights on the radio, but this is your chance to hear in-depth conversations about what makes these creative geniuses tick. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Google, Podcast DC or Spotify. (Royalty-Free Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

Beyond The Fame with Jason Fraley WTOP | Hubbard Radio

    • TV & Film
    • 4.7 • 35 Ratings

WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley picks the brains of the most influential filmmakers, musicians and artists of our time in the new podcast “Beyond the Fame with Jason Fraley!” Based in the nation's capital, Jason has interviewed just about every famous figure you can imagine: Aretha Franklin, Carol Burnett, Garth Brooks, Jerry Seinfeld, the list is endless! You’ve heard the highlights on the radio, but this is your chance to hear in-depth conversations about what makes these creative geniuses tick. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts, Google, Podcast DC or Spotify. (Royalty-Free Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")

    Nathan Lane

    Nathan Lane

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Nathan Lane, who receives Signature Theatre’s Sondheim Award at The Anthem in Washington D.C. on Monday. Lane discusses the big honor, shares his memories of Sondheim and marks the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 24 min
    Dave Attell

    Dave Attell

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Dave Attell, who cracks up the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Friday, May 4. They preview the show, as well as hype his latest Netflix special "Hot Cross Buns" and debate the greatest standup comics of all time. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 23 min
    New Kids on the Block (Part 2)

    New Kids on the Block (Part 2)

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Joey McIntyre of New Kids on the Block as tickets go on sale to the Big Summer Tour at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland on August 16. They discuss the band’s formation and biggest hits from “Hangin’ Tough” to “Step By Step," as well as what each member brings to the group. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 18 min
    Terence Blanchard (Part 2)

    Terence Blanchard (Part 2)

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Grammy-winning and Oscar-nominated composer Terence Blanchard, who brings his acclaimed opera concert “Fire Shut Up In My Bones” to Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland this Friday night. They also reflect on his iconic film scores, from Spike Lee’s “Malcolm X” and “BlackKlansman” to Kasi Lemmons’ “Eve’s Bayou” and “Harriet” to Gina Prince-Bythewood’s “Love & Basketball” and “The Woman King.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 30 min
    Derek Hough (Part 2)

    Derek Hough (Part 2)

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley catches up with six-time "Dancing with the Stars" champion Derek Hough, who performs “Symphony of Dance” live at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia this Wednesday night. They preview the show and recap his wife’s medical emergency the last time they were in the D.C. area in December, when she started feeling disoriented at MGM National Harbor and was rushed to MedStar Washington Hospital Center for an emergency craniotomy. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 19 min
    Chelsea Handler

    Chelsea Handler

    WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews comedian Chelsea Handler, who performs live tomorrow night at The Lyric in Baltimore, Maryland. She joined me to preview the show, as well as TV memories of “Chelsea Lately” and her standup specials. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion")
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    • 16 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
35 Ratings

35 Ratings

BJ Graves ,

Who?

I have no clue how I found this, but I really like it. Great questions, and letting the guest answer them without interrupting them. I need to listen to the rest of the conversations. Great job, you got a new friend. Thanks. BJ Graves

Goldnneedl ,

What an AWESOME Podcast ! 5 Stars

Right to the point, Jason delivers the greatest music icons of my childhood thru adulthood. What make the shows special is he allows the guests to open up,sharing great stories; new & old. Jason’s podcast WINS !

Dpappas ,

Excellent Podcast for Movie Lovers

Jason’s charm and knowledge of films makes this podcast a must listen! It’s been a joy listening and learning about the industry. Super entertaining and will now always be a part of my podcast rotation.

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