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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 

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Texas writer Mike Vance talks laughter and sports in his new book 'Comedians Talking Baseball'

2

Bass player George Bunnell of Strawberry Alarm Clock talks new music, psychedelic music, and their swingin' gig at Whisky A Go Go

3

Talent agent Albert Bramante of Bramante Artists talks performance, AI, voiceovers and how getting out of your head will help at your next audition

4

Actor Phil Proctor and Writer Samuel Warren Joseph talk comedy, film and their new children's book 'The Magic Maze Trilogy'

5

Talking with Ted Widmer, editor for Paul McCartney's new book 'Wings: The Story Of A Band On The Run'

6

Vocalist Nick Heyward of British pop band Haircut 100 talks music, the 80s and touring with Howard Jones

7

Kody Frederick from Julien's Auctions discusses the 'Played, Worn & Torn' auction featuring cool collections of legendary rock stars

8

USAF fighter pilot Michelle 'Mace' Curran talks Thunderbirds, courage, and her new book 'The Flipside'

9

Television personality Rhonda Shear revives her late-night cult classic 'Up All Night' and tells why glam and camp make life oh so better

10

Big Stir Records dish ghoulish freaky music fun with their new double LP 'Chilling, Thrilling Hooks and Haunted Harmonies"

11

Secret Monkey Weekend in the studio with their new CD 'Lemon Drop Hammer' and why Chris Frantz (Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club) is listening

12

Houston's tech house band darkEntity talks music, club DJ's and their new single 'Rewind'

13

Musician Chris Church with Big Stir Records talks about his North Carolina roots, new albums, and songwriting inspiration

14

Christopher 'Play' Martin of hip-hop duo 'Kid 'n Play' talks music, Hall of Fame inductions and the bonds of friendship

15

Songwriter Martin Page talks melodies, lyrics, spirituality and his new CD 'First And Last Freedom'

16

Legendary improv artist Colin Mochrie discusses wit, timing and his new film Magnetosphere

17

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

18

Talent Manager Jeffrey Umberger of ACM Talent talks about why your unique voice style, acting and improv skills matter in your voiceover career

19

George The Tech talks voiceover skills, studio savvy - and why you need to embrace your entrepreneur self for voiceover success

20

Michael Garfield, The High Tech Texan talks studios, voiceover technology and what you should know about AI

21

Session guitarist Andy Timmons (Danger Danger) talks rock music, 60s influences and his new CD 'Recovery'

22

Guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd talks guitars, blues legend Bobby Rush and a fresh spin on his album 'Young Fashioned Ways'

23

Jamie Jamitkowski, marketing guru at Propstore, talks costumes and movie memorabilia from Star Wars to Top Gun

24

Emmy-winning writer/producer Rick Mitchell takes on the creative/funny side of speech making with his new book

25

Charismatic frontman Martin Fry of '80s pop group ABC talks touring with Howard Jones, songwriting and a new autobiography 'A Lexicon of Life'

26

Author Maria Castellucci Moore talks travel, curiosity and wonder in her new children's book 'Sofia In Rome'

27

Author Gary Dean Petersen talks about his new book 'The Self-Education Manual', and how learning anything new can really be oh so easy

28

Author Tripp Whetsell talks about television legend Norman Lear, show business stories and teaching gig at Emerson College

29

UK band 'The 286' talks about their orchestral rock music style, history of their band's name and why side hustles matter

30

Bruce Blackman, lead singer for 70's band 'Starbuck' talks about Yacht Rock and the inspiration for his song 'Moonlight Feels Right'

31

Author Frank Payne talks about his new children's book 'Webster The Beagle' and how this one special dog built a legacy of caring

32

Children's book author Lisa Maggiore talks about her new book, the new rules on publishing and why scary stories matter

33

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

34

Author Scott Sollers talks about writing children's books, why golf matters and who inspires him

35

North Carolina photographer Bill Reaves talks concerts, rock stars and what it takes to get the perfect photo shoot

36

George Schlatter, creator of 60's TV show 'Laugh-In', talks Hollywood, laughter and his take on creativity today

37

Houston community leader Gloria Zenteno talks about her organization Barrio Dogs and family traditions with a band called 'Zenteno Spirit'

38

Veteran NBC producer/reporter Mark Barger talks about the Olympic Games in Paris and behind the scenes in sports broadcasting

39

KCAL TV film critic Grae Drake talks Hollywood, Ms. Moviefone and that interview with actor Paul Rudd

40

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"

41

Television game show announcer Randy West talks about the art of voiceover, green room stories and how Johnny Olsen inspired it all

42

Actor Steve Gelder talks theatre success, Hollywood life, radio days, and why his dream acting gig is playing the part of Klingon #3

43

Talent Manager 'Hoss' of Hoss Management talks radio, voiceover careers, and why doing the work is better than getting results

44

The backstory of BMX Champions, skate parks and rockin' art work with City of Houston executive Sally Bradford

45

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

46

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

47

ACM Talent Manager Jeff Umberger talks voiceover careers, managing talent, and how his own acting career started it all

48

Film Critic and Texas radio personality T.j. Callahan talks Academy Awards, red carpet moments, and that deep fried butter recipe at Rodeo Houston

49

Matt Cundill, host of the 'Sound Off Podcast' talks audiences, priorities, radio, AI and why 'riches are in the niches'

50

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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