Reliving My Youth Podcast

Tim Stack (Son of the Beach, Night Stand with Dick Dietrick

I catch up with actor and screenwriter Tim Stack, who is best known for his roles on Son of the Beach and Night Stand with Dick Dietrick. Tim talks about getting his start in the business and working with improvisational comedy group The Groundlings. Tim explains why Night Stand is not on any of the streaming services and what talk show hosts gave him feedback on his role as Dick Dietrick. Tim wrote several episodes of My Name is Earl and even portrayed "himself" on the show. Tim guest starred on a number of TV shows included Seinfeld, where he played Kramer's optometrist friend Dwayne.

Jean-Marc Pisapia of The Box

I catch up with Jean-Marc Pisapia, lead singer and founder of The Box. The Canadian band had multiple hit singles in their country including "Closer Together", "L'Affaire Dumoutier (Say to Me)", and "Crying Out Loud for Love". The group broke up in 1992, but a new lineup of the band was founded by Jean-Marc in 2005. Jean-Marc was an early member of Men Without Hats.

Darryl Vidal (The Karate Kid)

I catch up with Darryl Vidal, who played himself in The Karate Kid, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Darryl had an extensive background in the martial arts prior to filming. Perhaps Darryl's great contribution to the movie was the crane technique. He talks about the kick's place in pop culture.

Israel Juarbe (Freddy Fernandez from The Karate Kid)

I catch up with Israel Juarbe, best known as Freddy Fernandez from The Karate Kid, which is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Israel talks about his experience making the movie. Freddy is the only character in the movie to say "the karate kid." Izzy also had memorable roles in Beverly Hills Cop and Angels in the Outfield. We also talk about his product, The Strawji.

Mandy Ingber (Teen Witch)

I catch up with Mandy Ingber, best remembered for her roles as Polly in Teen Witch and as Annie Tortelli in Cheers and The Tortellis. Teen Witch is celebrating its 30th anniversary. We discuss the cult classic and her famous "Top That' rap. Mandy is now a The New York Times best-selling author of Yogalosophy: 28 Days to the Ultimate Mind-Body Makeover and creator of the yoga-hybrid DVD YOGALOSOPHY, is a celebrity fitness and wellness expert. Her twenty years of teaching experience have attracted such clients as Jennifer Aniston, Kate Beckinsale, Helen Hunt, Ricki Lake, Jennifer Lawrence, Jennifer Meyer, and Brooke Shields.

Eliot Sloan of Blessid Union of Souls

I catch up with Eliot Sloan, lead singer and founding member of Blessid Union of Souls. Blessid is best known for their hits, "I Believe", "Hey Leonardo", and "Let Me Be the One." Eliot talks about getting involved in music, the industry in general and what song of theirs almost was the theme to a 90's blockbuster movie. He tells me what celebrity mentioned in "Hey Leonardo" reached out to him. We also talk M.A.S.H. and baseball.

Dee Wallace (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Cujo)

I catch up with the legendary Dee Wallace, best known for her portrayal of Mary in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Dee Wallace has earned her 200th movie credits having just wrapped production on "Await The Dawn," as well as "Critters Attack, and " Rob Zombie's "3 from Hell." She is now the only living actress with 200 movie credits. Dee talks about the amazing directors she's worked with including Zombie, Peter Jackson, Steven Spielberg

Aamer Haleem (Host of VH1's Bands Reunited)

I catch up with Aamer Haleem, host of VH1's Bands Reunited. The show was one of my favorites featured on the former music channel. The podcast had the pleasure of interviewing band members who were featured on the show like The English Beat, Information Society, The Motels, and Haircut 100. Aamer talks about his experiences filming the show and which bands were his favorites. He also reveals which other bands were on the list to be reunited.

Catherine Mary Stewart (The Last Starfighter, Night of the Comet)

I catch up Catherine Mary Stewart. The 80's icon is best remembered for her roles in The Last Starfighter, Night of the Comet, and Weekend at Bernie's. All three are celebrating anniversaries. The Last Starfighter is finally getting a sequel! We discuss the legacy the movie. Soap opera fans will remember Catherine as the original Kayla Brady on Days of Our Lives. Catherine talks about the transition from soaps to movies. Catherine recently was featured in the sci-fi movie Imitation Girl.

Top soundtrack songs of the 1990's (Part 1)

The Hustle's Jon Lamoreaux is back as we count down our favorite soundtrack songs of the 1990's. This episode is songs 11-20.