Best Kmetko Podcasts (2025)

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10 Minute Takes - Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 1 of 6 9:56

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Jerry O'Connell opens up like never before in this hilarious and heartfelt 10 Minute Take on Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko. From the trauma of losing friend River Phoenix to reading prison fan mail sent to his wife Rebecca Romijn, Jerry shares raw memories and laugh-out-loud moments. He talks about why Three's Company made him move to L.A.…

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10 Minute Takes - Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 2 of 6 10:52

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Jerry O'Connell dives into the real story behind Stand By Me and Jerry Maguire in this emotional and revealing 10 Minute Take on Still Here Hollywood. He opens up about being labeled “hyperactive” as a kid, and how acting gave him a place where that energy was finally celebrated. Jerry shares a powerful moment with director Rob Reiner on set, recal…

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10 Minute Takes - Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 3 of 6 10:21

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Jerry O’Connell shares the wild story of how a failed audition turned into the biggest break of his career — landing a role in Jerry Maguire. In this revealing episode of Still Here Hollywood, Jerry details the surreal experience of screen-testing with Tom Cruise, channeling Sam Elliott for a last-minute Texas accent, and how not getting the role h…

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10 Minute Takes - Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 4 of 6 9:46

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Jerry O’Connell gets candid about career highs, lows, and the absolute surrealness of Hollywood — including reading prison fan mail sent to his wife, Rebecca Romijn. In this raw and hilarious segment of Still Here Hollywood, Jerry opens up about hitting career downturns, adjusting to life as a talk show host, and the power of saying yes to improv (…

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Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 10 Minute Takes 5 of 6 9:09

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#JerryOConnell #StillHereHollywood #SteveKmetko #HollywoodTruths #RebeccaRomijn #PrisonFanMail #ActingLife #TomCruise #TheTalkCBS #CareerPivot #FailedActorVibes #TrustTheUniverse #HollywoodRejection #BehindTheScenes #TalkShowHostLife #CelebrityInterviewFails Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Pr…

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10 Minute Takes - Jerry O'Connell "Jerry Maguire" 6 of 6 10:12

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#JerryOConnell #StillHereHollywood #SteveKmetko #HollywoodWisdom #TheTalkCBS #TomCruise #CareerAdvice #CreativeLife #ShowbizStruggles #LetGoControl #ActorLife #EntertainmentIndustry #RebeccaRomijn #TrustTheProcess #HollywoodCancellations Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenst…

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 1 of 7 10:44

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Actor Steven Weber (Wings, Chicago Med) joins Steve Kmetko on Still Here Hollywood for a candid, funny, and surprisingly emotional conversation about the highs and lows of life in the spotlight. From flying high on NBC’s Must-See TV lineup with Wings to navigating a new chapter as Dr. Dean Archer on Chicago Med, Weber reflects on fame, regret, pers…

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Hope" 2 of 7 10:10

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In this revealing episode of Still Here Hollywood, actor Steven Weber (Wings, Chicago Med, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip) sits down with Steve Kmetko for a deep and often hilarious dive into the roots of his showbiz journey — from performing toothpaste commercials in the '60s to delivering powerhouse performances on Broadway and TV. Weber opens up …

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 3 of 7 10:06

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In this hilarious and heartwarming episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steven Weber (Wings, Chicago Med, Studio 60) dives into his most memorable celebrity run-ins—from spotting Dolly Parton mid-traffic rant, to brushing elbows with Barbara Streisand, Kathy Bates, and Stephen Soderbergh—all while still geeking out like the lifelong fan he is. Steven a…

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 4 of 7 10:32

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In this deeply honest and wide-ranging conversation on Still Here Hollywood, Steven Weber (Wings, The Shining, Single White Female) opens up to Steve Kmetko about the roles that shaped—and haunted—his career. From his infamous death-by-stiletto scene in Single White Female to portraying Jack Torrance in Stephen King's The Shining miniseries, Weber …

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10 M inute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 5 of 7 10:45

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In this heartfelt and deeply human episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steven Weber opens up to Steve Kmetko about life after the spotlight, parenting two gifted musician sons, navigating middle age, and learning how to embrace vulnerability in a world that doesn't always reward it. Weber reflects on the humor and humility of growing older, seeing his…

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 6 of 7 8:22

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In this honest and reflective Still Here Hollywood episode, Steven Weber pulls back the curtain on fame, failure, and finding your footing after the spotlight dims. He shares his nuanced views on marriage, calling it “too easy” and often misunderstood—advocating instead for emotional honesty over ceremony. Weber talks candidly about the end of Wing…

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10 Minute Takes - Steven Weber "Wings" "Chicago Med" 7 of 7 9:57

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In this moving conclusion to Still Here Hollywood, Steven Weber shares a lifetime’s worth of insight with host Steve Kmetko—tackling the complexity of happiness, the toll of success, the loss of Studio 60 co-star Matthew Perry, and what it means to stay grounded in a world built for distraction. Weber opens up about learning to live with more inten…

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10 Minute Takes - Natasha Henstridge "Species" 1/4 10:53

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From 'Species' to Still Here: Natasha Henstridge Opens Up | Still Here Hollywood: 10 Minute TakesActress Natasha Henstridge gets real about her breakout role in Species, the emotional weight of overnight fame, and how a single screening almost derailed her relationship with the film. In this powerful short take from the full Still Here Hollywood ep…

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10 Minute Takes - Natasha Henstridge "Species" 2/4 9:53

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From Newfoundland to Hollywood: Natasha Henstridge Gets Personal | Still Here Hollywood: 10 Minute TakesIn this heartfelt chapter, Species star Natasha Henstridge opens up about her deep Canadian roots, growing up in freezing Alberta, and how a massive family WhatsApp group keeps her grounded. She shares emotional memories of her friend and The Who…

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10 Minute Takes "Natasha Henstridge "Species" 3/4 10:19

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Natasha Henstridge on Power, Pain & Moving Forward | Still Here Hollywood: 10 Minute TakesIn this raw and revealing chapter, Species star Natasha Henstridge opens up about the darker side of Hollywood — including her personal experiences with Harvey Weinstein and the emotional weight of coming forward. Natasha reflects on the lingering fear and sti…

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10 Minute Takes - Natasha Henstridge "Species" 4/4 11:44

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Beauty, Motherhood & the Tongue Scene: Natasha Henstridge Gets Real | Still Here Hollywood: 10 Minute Takes In this final chapter, Natasha Henstridge opens up about parenting challenges, Hollywood pressure, and the blessing (and burden) of beauty in the age of social media. From raising two sons with learning differences to that unforgettable Speci…

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Tzi Ma "Rush Hour" Encore 51:58

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From Rush Hour to The Farewell, acclaimed actor Tzi Ma sits down with Steve Kmetko for an unforgettable conversation about his groundbreaking Hollywood journey, the legacy of Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, and the evolution of Asian representation on screen. Tzi shares never-before-heard stories from behind the scenes of 24, Veep, Mulan, and the upc…

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Erika Eleniak "Baywatch" 48:19

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Erika Eleniak: From E.T. to Baywatch to Under SiegeIn this heartfelt episode, Steve Kmetko sits down with Erika Eleniak to discuss her iconic Hollywood journey—from stealing a scene in E.T. at just 12 years old to becoming a global sex symbol on Baywatch, and starring in the action classic Under Siege. Erika opens up about the challenges of fame, p…

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Alfred Molina "Raiders of the Lost Ark" 1:05:42

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In this revealing and often hilarious episode of Still Here Hollywood, Alfred Molina sits down with Steve Kmetko to reflect on his incredible journey—from getting impaled in the opening scene of Raiders of the Lost Ark to becoming a fan-favorite villain as Doc Ock in Spider-Man 2 and No Way Home. Molina opens up about working with directors like Sp…

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Richard Kind "Spin City" "Mad About You" 1:04:10

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https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: [email protected] Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: [email protected] Publicist: Maggie Perlich: [email protected] Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenste…

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Mykelti Williamson "Forrest Gump" 1:04:11

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, host Steve Kmetko sits down with acclaimed actor Mykelti Williamson, best known as Bubba in Forrest Gump, for an unforgettable conversation about his life, career, and unwavering artistic integrity. Mykelti opens up about the real story behind landing the iconic role, why he’s ne…

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Donna Pescow "Saturday Night Fever" Encore 44:25

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In this unforgettable episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko welcomes Donna Pescow, the beloved actress who shot to fame as Annette in Saturday Night Fever alongside John Travolta and later won hearts in the hit TV series Angie. Donna opens up about her Brooklyn roots, her early days breaking into the business, and the unforgettable moment s…

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R.I.P George Wendt "Cheers" 31:58

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Our friend George Wendt passed away this morning, May 20, 2025. In his honor, we are re-releasing one of his last interviews when he sat down with Steve Kmetko on STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, This episode was recorded May 11, 2024. Rest in peace George.In one of his final interviews before his passing, beloved Cheers star George Wendt (Norm!) joins Steve …

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Rob Morrow "Northern Exposure" 1:06:50

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Rob Morrow and Janine Turner Podcast: "Northern Disclosure" Get it wherever you get your podcasts along with Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/@NorthernDisclosurePodcast Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://s…

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Nicole Eggert "Baywatch" 53:31

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In this heartfelt episode of Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko, Nicole Eggert, best known for her roles in Baywatch and Charles in Charge, opens up about her career and personal journey. She reflects on her time on Baywatch, the challenges of being labeled and misunderstood in Hollywood, and her decision to step away from the industry. Nicole …

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Tim Matheson "Animal House" Encore 56:50

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Tim Matheson on Animal House, John Belushi, West Wing, Yellowstone & Meghan MarkleIn this unforgettable episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko sits down with actor-director Tim Matheson, beloved as Otter from the comedy classic Animal House. Matheson shares powerful memories of working with the late John Belushi, reflects on the wild, cocain…

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Dee Wallace "ET" 1:06:51

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In this heartwarming and soul-stirring episode of Still Here Hollywood, iconic actress Dee Wallace—forever beloved as the mom from Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial—opens up to host Steve Kmetko in one of her most emotional and revealing interviews yet. From tearful stories of miracles sparked by E.T. to the raw pain of personal loss an…

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Noah Wyle "The Pitt" Encore 46:26

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Medical dramas on television have been around pretty much since the advent of the picture tube. There was “Dr. Kildare” in the 60’s. “Marcus Welby, MD” in the 70’s, “St. Elsewhere” was in the 80’s… But starting in the 90’s there was one team of diligent doctors that stitched their way to critical acclaim and 23 emmy awards. It also propelled its ac…

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Maggie Wheeler "Friends" 57:44

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Maggie played the iconic role of Janice, Chandler's on again - off again, girlfriend on "Friends" https://maggiewheeler.net/ Maggies Newest Book https://ebeneezerfindsareason.com/ Maggie on Cameo https://www.cameo.com/search?q=maggie%20wheeler Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lic…

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Gail O'Grady "NYPD Blue" 36:12

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There are some shows that will go down in TV history as setting the bar for a specific genre. And when those shows have ensemble casts, it pretty much raises the status of every actor on the screen. When it comes to cop shows that viewers and critics collectively have loved, one specific police drama and its characters from the 1990’s and beyond st…

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Monica Potter "Parenthood" 1:01:50

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https://monicapotterhome.com Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: [email protected] Advertise on Still Here Hollywoo…

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Geri Jewell "Facts of Life" 57:34

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Geri's Jewels and Gems Book https://a.co/d/eLFLnKm Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: [email protected] Advertise …

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Heather Thomas "Fall Guy" 34:45

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Heather's novel - "Trophies a Novel" is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Trophies-Heather-Thomas-ebook/dp/B0016P2FDS?ref_=ast_author_dp Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com …

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Julia Duffy "Newhart" Encore 46:18

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, and groundbreaking actress, Julia Duffy. Okay all… If you grew up on the amazing shows “Friends” and “Seinfeld” from the 90’s you missed out on some of the TV comedies of the 80’s that laid the groundwork for the genre. One of those shows centered around he driest, funniest…

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John O'Hurley "Seinfeld" 54:28

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Elaine’s boss J. Peterman, on Seinfeld, actor John O’Hurley. “Over The Top” is a term that is often used as a kind of a slam to someone’s personality. But in Hollywood, playing a role “Over The Top” can make you stand out. And if you’re lucky, it could land you as an iconic…

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John Ratzenberger "Cheers" 1:13:14

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me, with today’s guest, Cliff Clavin from “Cheers”, John Ratzenberger. A “Hail Mary” pass is pretty much a football term, and of course a prayer, but that’s the point.. Several decades ago, one auditioning actor (who was shown the door), held that door open long enough to toss a Hail Mary pass to…

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Bronson Pinchot "Beverly Hills Cop" 1:04:47

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Serge from “Beverly Hills Cop”, Bronson Pinchot. Accents in film and television can very much define an actor's devotion to their craft. Whether it’s Meryl Streep’s Polish accent in Sofie’s Choice, or Frances McDormand’s Minnesota dialect in “Fargo”, the formation of those …

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Year 1 Top 25 Clips 1:02:28

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Well, it’s been a year now of me sitting in this yellow chair pulling out untold stories from the stars in Hollywood. But before we start year 2 of STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, we want to show you a few highlights from our most written about episodes. This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me today with some of our favorite guests, as they r…

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Jill Whelan "Love Boat" Encore 39:56

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Jill's Podcast "Empty Nesters" w/ Jill Whelan and Leah Mangum https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-empty-nesters/id1766796213 Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.c…

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Lea Thompson "Back to the Future" Encore 46:37

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, from the iconic film “Back to the Future”, actress and director, Lea Thompson. So much of Hollywood looks back toward the past instead of ahead to the future. How much did your last movie make? What were last night’s ratings…? Today we are graced to have someone whose caree…

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Ted Lange "The Love Boat" 1:25:19

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Isaac from The Love Boat, Ted Lange. Back in the day, Saturday night television was a huge opportunity for the three networks to create “family TV”. And for a decade, starting in the late 70’s, there was a show that besides topping the ratings, was family friendly, and also…

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Melora Hardin "The Office" 1:03:43

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melora.com Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: [email protected] Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherene…

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Laura Leighton "Melrose Place" 46:37

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Laura Leighton's Melrose Place rewatch Podcast is: STILL THE PLACE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/still-the-place/id1754955354 Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn Transcription: Mushtaq Hussain https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreo…

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Sharon Lawrence "NYPD Blue" Encore 1:01:56

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, and prosecutor Sylvia Costas from NYPD BLUE,, Sharon Lawrence. Now I know that not many, if any, of you will remember the show DRAGNET, because it originally aired in the 1950’s, I mean I was barely around then. But DRAGNET was one of the first big TV “Cop Shows” that came …

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Richard Karn "Home Improvement" Encore 37:42

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This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me, with today’s guest from “Home Improvement”, Richard Karn. Chewbacca… Robin… Tattoo… Ed McMahon. Sidekicks in film and television are some of the most important roles to fill on a cast. And all are pivotal to the success of the show. In the 1990’s there was an unforgettable sidekick who hammer…

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George Wendt "Cheers" Encore 31:58

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This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, George Wendt, Norm from “Cheers”. When you think about the biggest comedy shows in television’s history, there are always a few things that stand out. There’s of course the writing. The ensemble cast. Sometimes, the music. And there’s very often at least one character who’s…

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Michael Nouri "Flashdance" 53:38

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me, with today’s guest, from FlashDance, Michael Nouri. There are films that define a mood. There are films that create a fashion. And there are films that catapult its actors onto stardom. Some films are flash in a pan. But only one film was a Flash in a Dance. Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve …

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Tzi Ma "Rush Hour" 51:58

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, from RUSH HOUR and many more, Tzi Ma. There are faces that are ingrained in the film and television world. Legendary actors, seemingly omnipresent, all over the big and small screen. They may not all have household names, but, if there is such a thing, they have household f…

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Joely Fisher "Ellen" Encore 43:15

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This is Still Here Hollywood. I'm Steve Kmetko. Join us with today's guest, actor Joely Fisher. Growing up in showbiz, like today's guest did, is a smidge different than how most of us were raised. Finding your path when your parents are Hollywood Royalty can be interesting. And whad to you do when your big sister is an actual princess from "a gala…