Spinal Tap 2’s Valerie Franco Talks Rob Reiner, Women In Rock & Her Rush Roots

On this episode of The David Ellefson Show, David Ellefson and cohost Joshua Toomey welcome Valerie Franco from Spinal Tap 2. Valerie talks about landing the role of Didi Crockett and shares behind the scenes stories about auditioning for Spinal Tap. Valerie talks about what she learned from working with Rob and her dinners with Michelle Reiner, calling them her on set parents. She also discusses how seeing Rush live inspired her to start playing drums and shaped her musical path. Additionally, Valerie reflects on Gwen Stefani as a role model for women in rock and their shared roots in Orange County.Today's episode is brought to you by Rockabilia.com, Use code: DAVID10 for 10% Off your order. 100% authentic band merch since 1987!Join the Patreon for early access to episodes and Q and A's with the hosts www.patreon.com/tdesFor David Ellefson Stage Played Basses and Merch www.ellefsonemporium.comFollow David on Social Medialinktr.ee/davidellefsonFollow Joshua on Social Medialinktr.ee/talktoomeypodcast #megadeth #spinaltap #thrash #bigfour