Spotlight Conversations
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Spotlight Conversations is a arts podcast hosted by Donna Reed. It has 153 episodes, with the latest published March 2026.
Radio personality and voiceover pro Donna Reed interviews friends in the entertainment biz inside her cozy linoleum free recording studio. Unscripted and always entertaining, listen in and find out why music + media are the conversation starters. Theme song: Mark Sparrow, Song Bird Studios | Booth announcer: Joe Szymanski
arts ·en ·153 episodes
Texas writer Mike Vance talks laughter and sports in his new book 'Comedians Talking Baseball'
Bass player George Bunnell of Strawberry Alarm Clock talks new music, psychedelic music, and their swingin' gig at Whisky A Go Go
Talent agent Albert Bramante of Bramante Artists talks performance, AI, voiceovers and how getting out of your head will help at your next audition
Actor Phil Proctor and Writer Samuel Warren Joseph talk comedy, film and their new children's book 'The Magic Maze Trilogy'
Talking with Ted Widmer, editor for Paul McCartney's new book 'Wings: The Story Of A Band On The Run'
Vocalist Nick Heyward of British pop band Haircut 100 talks music, the 80s and touring with Howard Jones
Kody Frederick from Julien's Auctions discusses the 'Played, Worn & Torn' auction featuring cool collections of legendary rock stars
USAF fighter pilot Michelle 'Mace' Curran talks Thunderbirds, courage, and her new book 'The Flipside'
Television personality Rhonda Shear revives her late-night cult classic 'Up All Night' and tells why glam and camp make life oh so better
Big Stir Records dish ghoulish freaky music fun with their new double LP 'Chilling, Thrilling Hooks and Haunted Harmonies"
Secret Monkey Weekend in the studio with their new CD 'Lemon Drop Hammer' and why Chris Frantz (Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club) is listening
Houston's tech house band darkEntity talks music, club DJ's and their new single 'Rewind'
Musician Chris Church with Big Stir Records talks about his North Carolina roots, new albums, and songwriting inspiration
Christopher 'Play' Martin of hip-hop duo 'Kid 'n Play' talks music, Hall of Fame inductions and the bonds of friendship
Songwriter Martin Page talks melodies, lyrics, spirituality and his new CD 'First And Last Freedom'
Legendary improv artist Colin Mochrie discusses wit, timing and his new film Magnetosphere
John Jackson of the Bon Scott (AC/DC) Estate talks tribute concerts, rock and roll and the enduring legacy of rock's all-time great frontman
Talent Manager Jeffrey Umberger of ACM Talent talks about why your unique voice style, acting and improv skills matter in your voiceover career
George The Tech talks voiceover skills, studio savvy - and why you need to embrace your entrepreneur self for voiceover success
Michael Garfield, The High Tech Texan talks studios, voiceover technology and what you should know about AI
Session guitarist Andy Timmons (Danger Danger) talks rock music, 60s influences and his new CD 'Recovery'
Guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd talks guitars, blues legend Bobby Rush and a fresh spin on his album 'Young Fashioned Ways'
Jamie Jamitkowski, marketing guru at Propstore, talks costumes and movie memorabilia from Star Wars to Top Gun
Emmy-winning writer/producer Rick Mitchell takes on the creative/funny side of speech making with his new book
Charismatic frontman Martin Fry of '80s pop group ABC talks touring with Howard Jones, songwriting and a new autobiography 'A Lexicon of Life'
Author Maria Castellucci Moore talks travel, curiosity and wonder in her new children's book 'Sofia In Rome'
Author Gary Dean Petersen talks about his new book 'The Self-Education Manual', and how learning anything new can really be oh so easy
Author Tripp Whetsell talks about television legend Norman Lear, show business stories and teaching gig at Emerson College
UK band 'The 286' talks about their orchestral rock music style, history of their band's name and why side hustles matter
Bruce Blackman, lead singer for 70's band 'Starbuck' talks about Yacht Rock and the inspiration for his song 'Moonlight Feels Right'
Author Frank Payne talks about his new children's book 'Webster The Beagle' and how this one special dog built a legacy of caring
Children's book author Lisa Maggiore talks about her new book, the new rules on publishing and why scary stories matter
Marty Scott of 'Liverpool Legends' (a tribute band to the Beatles) talks about touring, a little luck and the late George Harrison's sister, Louise
Author Scott Sollers talks about writing children's books, why golf matters and who inspires him
North Carolina photographer Bill Reaves talks concerts, rock stars and what it takes to get the perfect photo shoot
George Schlatter, creator of 60's TV show 'Laugh-In', talks Hollywood, laughter and his take on creativity today
Houston community leader Gloria Zenteno talks about her organization Barrio Dogs and family traditions with a band called 'Zenteno Spirit'
Veteran NBC producer/reporter Mark Barger talks about the Olympic Games in Paris and behind the scenes in sports broadcasting
KCAL TV film critic Grae Drake talks Hollywood, Ms. Moviefone and that interview with actor Paul Rudd
Author Holly George-Warren, Grammy nom and writer of 'Dolly Parton Behind the Seams' talks music, biographies and a college reunion at the "hippie house"
Television game show announcer Randy West talks about the art of voiceover, green room stories and how Johnny Olsen inspired it all
Actor Steve Gelder talks theatre success, Hollywood life, radio days, and why his dream acting gig is playing the part of Klingon #3
Talent Manager 'Hoss' of Hoss Management talks radio, voiceover careers, and why doing the work is better than getting results
The backstory of BMX Champions, skate parks and rockin' art work with City of Houston executive Sally Bradford
Grammy nominated songwriter Bill Lloyd of 80's country rock duo Foster and Lloyd talks songwriting, Nashville, and gigs with Ray Davies and Carl Perkins
Voiceover pro Dan Nachtrab talks about his career, what it takes to be a pro, and opens up about his new gig as a voice coach
ACM Talent Manager Jeff Umberger talks voiceover careers, managing talent, and how his own acting career started it all
Film Critic and Texas radio personality T.j. Callahan talks Academy Awards, red carpet moments, and that deep fried butter recipe at Rodeo Houston
Matt Cundill, host of the 'Sound Off Podcast' talks audiences, priorities, radio, AI and why 'riches are in the niches'
Legendary radio personality Jo Maeder 'The Rock and Roll Madame', talks radio, writing books and why auctioneering should be your next side hustle
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