Reliving My Youth Podcast

Noel catches up with Grey DeLisle, who is known as the most prolific voice actress in American animation history, having performed over 1,500 cartoon voices since 1996. Some of her most iconic  roles include "Vicky” from “The Fairly Odd Parents," Azula’ from “Avatar: The Last Airbender,” ‘Lola,’ ‘Lana’ and ‘Lily Loud’ from the “Loud House,” and 'Emily Elizabeth from "Clifford The Big Red Dog." She’s also been the voice of ‘Daphne Blake’ in “Scooby-Doo” cartoons since 2000 and 'Martin Prince in "The Simpsons" since 2019. Grey is also a Grammy-winning singer/songwriter whose latest album, "Grey & Greene," features the multi-talented Les Greene.

Noel catches up with Joanna Cassidy. The actress had her breakthrough film role as the replicant snake performer Zhora Salome in Ridley Scott's science-fiction film, Blade Runner. Joanna was supposed to have had a dancing scene with an artificial snake, but the scene was never shot. Joanna decided she would film it herself for the film's 30th anniversary. She also discusses reshooting her "retirement" scene. Joanna had memorable roles in Who Framed Roger Rabbit? and Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead. Joanna won a Golden Globe for her role in the Dabney Coleman sitcom, Buffalo Bill. She starred alongside Mark Harmon drama, 240-Robert. Joanna recently starred in the western/sci-fi horror film, Killing Faith, starring Guy Pearce and Bill Pullman.

Noel catches up with Corbin Bernsen. The Emmy and Golden Globe nominated actor is best known for playing divorce attorney Arnie Becker on L.A. Law. He changed it up a bit playing retired detective Henry Spencer on the comedy series Psych. Corbin knocked it out of the park playing Roger Dorn in the Major League moviess. Corbin talks about which cast members were the best and worst ball players and his experiences throwing out the first pitch. Horror fans know Corbin as Dr. Alan Feinstone from The Dentist movies. He recently appeared in the independent horror film, The Yeti. He is currently shopping his comedy-drama TV pilot called "Woodstockers."

Noel catches up with Toby Lightman. The singer-songwriter recently released her latest album called "Stars," featuring the amazing single, "Higher." The song is an anthem of resilience, growth, and lifting others up. Her debut album, "Little Things," featured the top-20 hit "Devils and Angels." Toby talks about becoming an independent artist. Her songs have had placements in a ton of TV shows, movies and commercials. Toby had the unlikely gig of singing the theme for FOX's coverage of NASCAR. Very few artists opened up for Prince. Toby was one of them. She discusses how that came about. She currently contributes songs to Sesame Street.

Noel catches up with Elizabeth Dennehy. The actress is best known for portraying Lt. Commander Shelby in the Star Trek: The Next Generation two-part episode, "The Best of Both Worlds."  The season three finale is considered one of the greatest cliffhangers in television history.  Trekkies consider "The Best of Both Worlds" to be one of the greatest TNG episodes. Elizabeth finally returned to Star Trek in season three of Star Trek: Picard as Admiral Shelby. Elizabeth also had a recurred role on Charmed. Seinfeld fans will remember her as Allison aka "The Drakette."  Elizabeth was recently seen in Kevin Costner's Horizon:  An American Saga - Chapter One.

Noel catches up with Michele Greene. The Emmy-nominated actress played Abby Perkins for five seasons on L.A. Law. Michele talks about the show's immediate success and her departure from the show. L.A. Law wasn't the first time she worked for show creator, Steven Bochco. Michele starred in the baseball comedy-drama, Bay City Blues. She had acting roles in a number of series including Bones, CSI, CSI: Miami, Cold Case, Crossing Jordan, Diagnosis: Murder, JAG, Judging Amy, Nip/Tuck, The Outer Limits, Six Feet Under, Stargate SG-1, Brothers and Sisters, Big Love and The Unit. She also starred in the horror film, The Unborn II, and discussed one of the greatest fight scenes in horror movie history. Michele is also an accomplished author. Her first New Adult novel, Chasing The Jaguar (Martika’s Magic) was published by Harper Collins and nominated for an American Library Association Award. Her novel featuring FBI specialist Emily Ray has been sold to Storm Publishing in the U.K (January 2025) and is the first in a three-book series. She is also the author of a book series featuring new LAPD recruit, Cassidy Clarke (Thomas and Mercer Fall 2025).

Noel catches up with Raye Birk. The character actor appeared as Pahpshmir in the first and third Naked Gun movies. He had a great supporting role in the movie, Throw Mama From The Train, starring Danny DeVito and Bill Crystal. Raye had a memorable role as the caterer in The Golden Girls episode where Sophia got married. He talks about portraying a gay character as a straight actor and why he almost turned down the role. Raye had recurring roles on Cheers as mailman, Walt Twitchell, the foil to Cliff Clavin. He played assistant principal Diperna on The Wonder Years and band leader Riley Pringle on Coach.  Raye also appeared in Star Trek: The Next Generation, Star Trek Insurrection, The X-Files, and ALF.

Noel catches up with Susan Ottaviano, the lead singer of Book of Love. The Philadelphia-based synthpop group is celebrating the 40th anniversary of their self-titled debit album with a newly remastered vinyl. This is the first official vinyl reissue since the album’s original release in 1986. It features the band’s iconic tracks "Boy,” and “I Touch Roses,” Susan reveals when she believes the band started to be taken seriously. The band have had their songs featured in some big movies. "Modigliani (Lost in Your Eyes)", was featured in the 1987 John Hughes' movie "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles," and 'Sunny Day" was featured in the 1991 Oscar-winning movie "The Silence of the Lambs" The quartet opened for Depeche Mode on their 1985 and 1986 tours. They released four albums in total and broke up in the 1990s. They reunited and will tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the debut album. Is new Book of Love music on the way? Stay tuned...

Noel catches up with Block. The musician is one of the prominent member of New York's anti-folk movement. Block just released his long-awaited album, Love Crash, his first in 13 years. This is a deeply personal album for Block, it features songs of heartbreak and loss, as well as the wit we come to expect from Block. He talks about why it took so long for the new album and what made him return to music. His cover of Perry Como's Catch a Falling Star," was picked by Drew Barrymore for the opening credits of the movie, Never Been Kissed.

Noel once again catches up with Nick Heyward of Haircut 100. The band is about to release their long, long, long awaited album, Boxing The Compass. The album is the first with Nick in over 40 years. Haircut 100 has performed over the years but has not released new music until now. Nick explains why. Boxing The Compass is a worthy followup to their amazing debut album, Pelican West, which featured the hits "Love Plus One," "Favourite Shirts," and "Fantastic Day."  The band is touring with Squeeze and Adam Ant this summer.