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Nick Castle a.k.a. Michael Myers

Jason Fraley wishes everyone a Happy Halloween by interviewing filmmaker and actor Nick Castle, who memorably played the slasher villain Michael Myers in John Carpenter’s 1978 horror classic “Halloween.” They discuss the film’s terrifying direction, iconic music and powerful performances of co-stars like Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence. He also reflects on his other collaborations with Carpenter like co-writing “Escape from New York.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Abbott & Costello

Jason Fraley remembers the iconic duo Abbott & Costello by interviewing Chris Costello, daughter of Lou Costello, as the World Series recalls comedy routines like “Who’s On First?” and Halloween recalls horror-comedies like “Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein.” Enjoy their hour-long conversation about her father’s career from vaudeville to radio, television to the movies. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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John Leguizamo

Jason Fraley interviews actor, playwright and comedian John Leguizamo, who writes and stars in the world premiere of “The Other Americans” at Arena Stage in Washington D.C. now through Nov. 24. They discuss the play’s timely themes and reflect on his prolific career, including “Super Mario Bros.,” “Carlito’s Way,” “Freak,” “Moulin Rouge,” “Ice Age,” “When They See Us” and “Encanto.” That’s right, they talk about Bruno. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Sixpence None the Richer

Jason Fraley interviews Sixpence None the Richer guitarist Matt Slocum as the band is ready to rock The Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia on Nov. 3. They preview the show and reflect on the band’s biggest ‘90s hits from the iconic “Kiss Me” to their cover of The La’s “There She Goes.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Milli Vanilli

Jason Fraley interviews Fab “Milli” Morvan of Milli Vanilli and Damon “Nomad” Elliott about creating a new remix of “Blame it on the Rain.” They also reflect on Milli Vanilli’s meteoric rise to fame and the lip-syncing controversy that shattered it all, before an unexpected rebirth a quarter century later on Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle & Erik Menendez Story.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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209 | Jimmy Russell, Gospel musician

Jimmy Russell, an amazingly talented musician originally from Washington, DC talks about his life, career, drumming, singing and the healing force of music. 

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Damon Wayans

Jason Fraley interviews the always hilarious Damon Wayans, who co-stars with his son Damon Wayans Jr. in the new sitcom “Poppa’s House,” which premieres tonight on CBS and Paramount+. Wayans called in to preview the show and reflect on his most memorable roles from “In Living Color” to “Major Payne” to “My Wife and Kids.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Titus Kaphar

Jason Fraley interviews painter and debut filmmaker Titus Kaphar, whose standout Sundance flick “Exhibiting Forgiveness” opens in movie theaters today. He calls in to discuss working with talented actors like André Holland and Andra Day, as well as his own journey as a contemporary painter with powerful works like recontextualizing Thomas Jefferson in “Behind the Myth of Benevolence.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Dane Cook

Jason Fraley interviews blockbuster comedian Dane Cook, who cracks up the historic Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. this Thursday night. He calls in to preview his “Fresh New Flavor” tour and reflect on some of the funniest stand-up bits of his career. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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Christopher Reeve

Jason Fraley interviews Christopher Reeve’s son Will Reeve about the new documentary “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story,” which opens widely in North America today. Will shares his childhood memories of his dad, his favorite scenes from the 1978 blockbuster “Superman,” and how his father’s tragic paralysis inspired his heroic legacy of activism and spinal cord research. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley’s “Clarion”)
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