Reliving My Youth Podcast

Tasmin Archer

I catch up with Tasmin Archer. Her single, "Sleeping Satellite," went to number one throughout Europe in 1992, including her native England. The single peaked at 32 in America. Tasmin talks about being a one-hit wonder in the States. Tasmin won the Brit Award for British Breakthrough Act in 1993. She went on to release two other albums. Her last, "On" in 2006. She tells if she is planning on releasing any new music.

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Josie Cotton

I catch up with Josie Cotton, best known for her song, "Johnny, Are You Queer?" We talk about the controversy surrounding the song when it came out and if the song could have been released today. Josie talks about her relationship with the song now. Her latest album, Everything is Oh Yeah, has had a very interesting journey, she explains.

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Michael Damian

I catch up with Michael Damian, the director/writer's latest movie, High Strung Free Dance, comes out this Friday. Michael talks about working with his wife, Janeen. We discuss how he got interested in directing and if he ever wanted to direct soaps. Michael's legendary cover of David Essex's Rock on topped the charts in 1989. Michael played Danny Ramalotti on The Young and the Restless for nearly 20 years. He reveals the sports icon who once asked him for an autograph.

Top soundtrack songs of the 1990's (Part 2)

The Hustle's Jon Lamoreaux is back as we count down our favorite soundtrack songs of the 1990's. This episode is our top ten songs. Did your favorites make our list?

Anthony Starke ("Jimmy" on Seinfeld)

I catch up with Anthony Starke, who probably had the best one-off guest starring role on Seinfeld, Jimmy. Anthony talks about getting the role and what he personally brought to it. Anthony starred alongside George Clooney in the cult classic, Return of the Killer Tomatoes. Throughout his career, Anthony has worked with some of the greatest comedians and comedic actors of all-time, Jackie Gleason, George Burns, George Carlin, Leslie Nielsen and Tom Hanks.

Kevin Griffin of Better Than Ezra

I catch up with Kevin Griffin, founding member and lead singer of Better Than Ezra. Kevin's debut solo album, Anywhere You Go, comes out October 4th. Besides writing for himself and BTE, Kevin has also collaborated with the likes of Sugarland, James Blunt, Christina Perri, Taylor Swift, Train, Howie Day, Missy Higgins, Daniel Powter, Augustana, Debbie Harry, and Josh Radin. We break down some of BTE's biggest hits like "In The Blood" and "Desperately Wanting".

The Tragic Story of Ephraim Lewis

Ephraim Lewis was on his way to become a star. His debut album, Skin, released in 1992, garnered a lot of critical acclaim. It featured the singles, "Drowning in Your Eyes" and "It Can't Be Forever." While working on his second album, Ephraim tragically died 25 years ago. The cause of his death has been conflicting. Sadly, Ephraim's music has been forgotten in the mainstream. Little information can be found online about him. I chat with Hope Silverman, founder of the Picking Up Rocks blog, about Ephraim's place in music.

Robert Tepper

I catch up with singer-songwriter Robert Tepper, who is best known for No Easy Way Out, which was featured on the Rocky IV soundtrack. Robert talks about how his album of the same name was impacted as a result of the soundtrack. Before landing on the soundtrack, Robert collaborated with Benny Mardones on Into The Night, which charted twice. Robert has released some fantastic albums. His latest, Better Than The Rest, comes out September 27th.

Jesse Kove (D-day)

I catch up with actor Jesse Kove. His latest movie, D-Day, depicts a historic battle that many do not know about, “The Battle of Pointe du Hoc.” Jesse is the son of Martin Kove of The Karate Kid fame. Jesse talks about getting in the business, working with his father and seeing The Karate Kid for the first time.

Adrian Lee (Former Member of Mike and The Mechanics)

I catch up with Adrian Lee, former keyboardist of Mike and The Mechanics. The band had massive hits with "The Living Years", "All I Need is a Miracle" and "Silent Running". Adrian talks about getting involved with Mike Rutherford and the tragic loss of Paul Young. Prior to his work with the band, Adrian toured with Cliff Richard and was in the band, Toyah. He has produced Stephen Bishop, Joan Armatrading, Chris de Burgh and 10cc. Adrian talks about working with Mark King prior to forming Level 42.