Reliving My Youth Podcast

Gary Marks

Noel catches up with Gary Marks, who might be one of the best singer/songwriters you've never heard of. For five decades, Gary Marks has written songs about power, compassion, and freedom themes that feel strikingly current in 2026. His latest LP, Crossroads, gathers that arc into one body of work, including nine previously unheard songs. The songs on each side of the record are chronological, starting with songs from 1976 and ending with songs in the 2020s. Crossroads was  selected as an official Record Store Day release in the UK/Europe. Gary discusses the process of putting Crossroads together and why he decided to stop touring decades ago. Check out Gary's music, you won't be disappointed. 

Sean Whalen

Noel catches up with Sean Whalen. The actor had memorable roles in The People Under The Stairs and Twister, which are both celebrating anniversaries this year. Sean talks about the legacy of Twister and the truth regarding Aunt Meg's cooking. He also had a role in Never Been Kissed and he reveals which movie he thought would have brought him greater success. Sean starred in the very first "Got Milk?" commercial, which was directed by Michael Bay. Sean talks about how long it took him to enjoy peanut butter following the commercial. Sean directed and starred in the fantastic horror/comedy movie, Crust.

Rhonda Shear

Noel catches up with Rhonda Shear. The comedienne and actress hosted USA Network’s Up All Night in the 1990s. Rhonda is back with Up All Night on Roku. The Up All Night Channel features new and classic Up All Night segments, the Between The Sheets video podcast, content from throughout Shear’s career, movies, comedy specials, music, behind-the-scenes fun, and more. Rhonda talks about interviewing wrestlers and being a part of Wrestlemania X. She had memorable roles in Spaceballs, Married with Children, Cheers, Three’s Company and Happy Days. Rhonda talks about her dismissal from Happy Days. In 2001, she started an intimate apparel business with one of her most successful products being the Ahh Bra.

Nigel Dick

Noel catches up with Nigel Dick. One of the most successful music-video directors of all-time, Nigel has directed over 450 music videos. He has worked with the likes of Britney Spears, Oasis, Tears For Fears and Guns and Roses. Nigel directed Band Aid's "Do They Know It's Christmas Time." Nigel shares some great stories. He's directed everyone from Barry Manilow to Ozzy Osbourne. His memoir, Music Video Mischief, comes out in September.

Jonathan Segel

Noel catches up with musician Jonathan Segel. The multi-instrumentalist is best known for being a member of Camper Van Beethoven. Jonathan joined the indie-rock band back in 1984 during college at Santa Cruz. We discuss Camper Van Beethoven's signature song, "Take the Skinheads Bowling." Jonathan was fired from the band in 1989. Soon after, the band split up. During that period, Jonathan was involved in a bunch of musical projects. He rejoined the band in 1999 after they reunited. Camper covered the Fleetwood Mac double album, Tusk. Segel discusses how it came about. Jonathan's latest album, Puzzle World, comes out in June. The first single, "World Still Burns," is out now. We discuss the inspiration for the song.

Kevin Symons

Noel catches up with Kevin Symons. The talented actor is best known for playing Councilman Bill Dexhart on Parks and Recreation. Kevin talks about the real-life politician "Sexy Dexy" is based on. He also continued the role of Dexhart for a series of funny PSAs during the pandemic. Kevin also portrayed Dr. Kevin Adams on the Discovery Kids show, Darcy's Wild Life. He also had a recurring role on Henry Danger and a guest spot on iCarly. His other credits include Best Friends Whenever, Alvin and the Chipmunks, NCIS and Black-ish.

Marcus Giamatti

Noel catches up with Marcus Giamatti. The actor might be best known for his role as Peter Gray on the CBS drama, Judging Amy.  He portrayed Sarge "Fumblina" Wilkinson in Necessary Roughness. Marcus talks about his football training for the movie and which actors were the best and worst football players. Marcus has had a ton of memorable guest-starring roles on The X-Files, Bosch: Legacy, CSI: Cyber and many more. He also teaches theater at Temple University and is the son of former MLB Commissioner Bart Giamatti. We discuss the current state of baseball.

Richard Portnow

Noel catches up with Richard Portnow. The actor played Uncle Junior's lawyer, Harold "Mel" Melvoin, on The Sopranos. Richard had memorable roles in Good Morning, Vietnam, Seven, Barton Fink and many more. Richard played Howard Stern's father, Ben in Private Parts. Seinfeld fans will recognize Richard as the wheelchair salesman in "The Handicap Spot" episode.

Kristen Cloke Morgan

Noel catches up with Kristen Cloke Morgan. The actress's breakout role came as Captain Shane Vansen on Space: Above and Beyond. The FOX series was unfortunately cancelled after one season. The show was co-created by Kristen's husband, Glen Morgan, who also was a writer on The X-Files. It resulted in her work as Melissa, a guest role in The X-Files fourth season episode "The Field Where I Died", which was written for her. She starred as Valerie Lewton in the first Final Destination and as Leigh Colvin in the slasher film, Black Christmas.

Gregory Harrison

Noel catches up with Gregory Harrison. The actor got his big break playing Logan on the TV adaptation of Logan's Run.  He's best known for playing Dr. George "Gonzo" Gates on Trapper John, M.D.. Gregory talks about being asked for medical advice. The surf cult classic movie, North Shore, is going to celebrate its 40th anniversary next year. Gregory played Chandler in the movie. He discusses its legacy and if there was any talk of a sequel. Gregory played Michael Sharpe on the last few seasons of Falcon Crest. Playing that character changed the type of roles he began getting. He joined General Hospital during Covid and played Gregory Chase for four years. He was nominated for a Daytime Emmy.