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The Giles Files
by Nancy Giles
Nancy Giles is an Emmy- winning contributor to "CBS News Sunday Morning." The girl keeps files on people she digs, and breaks down trending topics from pop culture to politics. Add a microphone and a ukulele for a fast and furious look at "what's up" through interviews, commentaries, song parodies and more.
Episodes
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THE CREATIVE CHAOS OF BEING A PRODUCER
So you think you can be a producer? Think again. It takes mad skills and nerves of steel; plus you need to be a creative genius, a therapist, and a legal eagle. Marion J. Caffey has taken the punches, but he's still out there punching back. Follow him as he rides the roller coaster of a…
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MAD RESPECT
BEING A FIREFIGHTER IS NO JOKE. THEY DO BACKBREAKING WORK, RISKING (AND SOMETIMES LOSING) THEIR LIVES SAVING PEOPLE AND PROPERTY. CLOSER TO HOME, ON 9/11/01, THE FDNY LOST 343 FIREFIGHTERS. THESE BRAVE MEN AND WOMEN ARE TRAINED TO RUN TOWARD DANGER WHEN OTHERS RUN AWAY FROM IT. THEY ARE TRUE...
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SHEILA JOHNSON: THE ART OF EXCELLENCE
She's all that. She's no joke. She is a powerhouse! "The Giles Files"loves us some Sheila Johnson! Take a listen and you'll know why. Her business savvy made her the first black female billionaire in America. And her moving autobiography "Walk Through Fire: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Triumph"...
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DOWN IN THE CATACOMBS WITH THE DEAD??
The Giles Files kicks off our summer fun attending a DEATH OF CLASSICAL concert in the Catacombs of Green-Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn New York. Come along as we hang out, down in the dirt with the dead!
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DOROTHY GAITER AND JOHN BRECHER: LOVE BY THE GLASS
They write! They love! They drink! They write about what they love to drink! Meet Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher, journalists and wine connoisseurs, whose much-loved "Tastings" column in the Wall Street Journal was a jumping off point for best selling books and tv appearances on Martha…
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LINDA YELLEN: WORKING WITHOUT A SCRIPT
Imagine being a college student, entering your first film in a contest, and coming in third place behind George Lucas and Martin Scorsese! That actually happened to Linda Yellen, and it was an auspicious beginning of a career in Hollywood moviemaking, working with stars like Dennis Hopper…
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TERRANCE MCKNIGHT: CONCERT BLACK
Mozart, Haydn and Rachmaninoff - not you jam? Well they will be after you check out our guest, WQXR radio host Terrance McKnight. Terrance drops some knowledge on us about how the Moors in 16th century Spain were the original hit makers of what we now call classical music. We also learn of Joseph...
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WRITER/PRODUCER JOHN MARKUS: HERE I COME TO SAVE THE DAY!
Show Runner. Producer. Joke writer. Award winner. John Markus has all the receipts, from writing and/or producing shows for Bill Cosby, Al Franken, Garry Shandling..even Mighty Mouse! We compare notes about creating sitcoms, joke writing, shows to watch.. and Markus shares a natural emergency...
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ROE vs WADE: THE BATTLE PLAN
Nancy Giles takes to the streets and discovers solutions for the recent Roe v Wade Supreme Court decision. In pure Giles Files style - funny and provocative! To get 10% off your first month at Better Help, ➡️ www.betterhelp.com/gilesfiles Or use discount code, "gilesfiles" at checkout. Follow…
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BOBBY RIVERS: REVIEWS, OPINIONS, AND JUST PLAIN GOSSIP
He's "The Giles Files" most popular guest from last season! It's Bobby Rivers, with his unique spin on Hollywood, past and present. He's honest and hilarious - and you'll love it! To get 10% off your first month at Better Help, ➡️ www.betterhelp.com/gilesfiles Or use discount code, "gilesfiles"…
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CHRIS PHILLIPS HEARS VOICES
Who's the voice behind nickelodeon's "Face?" it's voiceover artist Chris Phillips. You'll get the back story on that crazy audition; his comedy background and some tips on how to start a voiceover career of your own - it ain't easy! Chris has voiced everything from lucky charms, video games, to...
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JOHN MARKUS: PITMASTER
John Markus leads a double life: on the one hand, he's an acclaimed comedy writer and producer of "The Cosby Show," "A Different World, "The Larry Sanders Show," and Al Franken's sitcom "Lateline" among others. But his true love? His passion? His obsession, even? All things barbecue!! It's…
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MARCUS FLOWERS: GEORGIA FOR THE WIN
Fresh off his primary win, meet Democrat Marcus Flowers. He'll be running against Marjorie Taylor Green to represent Georgia's 14th Congressional District. Hold on to your hats! The gloves are off and the fight is on! The GIles Files digs deep into Flowers' life, political views, and more. You...
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ARI MELBER: NEWSMAN WITH THE BEAT
The Giles Files gets the skinny from MSNBC's Ari Melber on how he preps his spectacular daily show - "The Beat With Ari Melber". He gives his take on how Donald Trump may evade legal prosecution; unionizing Amazon; the Kanye West legacy and much more. Don't miss this space. To get 10% off your...
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AB BURNS-TUCKER: ACCIDENTIAL PUNDIT?
Meet A.B. Burns-Tucker – the content creator and law student who throws down knowledge like no other! In this episode, The Giles Files hops on the TikTok train to learn how viral TikTok and Instagram star, A.B., creates resonating content for her over 500k fans. We love her fast-paced...
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DANCING WITH THE OUTTA PUFF DADDYS
Grab your dancing shoes and get shakin'! The Giles Files welcome the UK dad dance troupe, "Outta Puff Daddys," to spread their message of positivity one hip-hop dance at a time. We get the boogie-down backstory behind this spectacular group. From mental health wellness and advocacy, to how they...
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SOUL MAN: GEORGE CAMACHO
Meet George Camacho – a real-life Jedi! Get out your socks and sandals for this relaxing and soulful episode! In this episode of The Giles Files, we talk to George Camacho; a television producer turned Franciscan Friar! Not only is George super relaxing and sweet, he also has a funny sense of...
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Let The Sunshine In With Chief Meteorologist Janice Huff
Meteorologists are born this way, baby! In this episode, Nancy Giles is joined by THE sassy AND smart Janice Huff - NBC 4 New York's Chief Meteorologist! Not only is she a chief meteorologist, Janice won a "seal of approval" from the American Meteorological Society and is inducted into the New…
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Lewis Black: The Agony And The Ecstasy
Hold on to your hats for this episode where we talk all things shut-the-front-door funny with Lewis Black, an American comedian, actor, author, and playwright. Grab your bad-language button or "Frustrated Union of Cynical Kindreds Universal" (F.U.C.K.U) button and listen in on all things comedy!...
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All Aboard the Giles Files Express – with Bob Johnston
Chugga Chugga Choo Choo! Today we are ridin' the rails with Bob Johnston: Trains Magazine Correspondent and all-around train enthusiast. Our last incredible road-trip from New York to Chicago was by train! We wanted to learn more about the ever-expansive world of train-travel with Bob Johnston…
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THE GILES FILES FILES: OUR BOFFO FAVORITES
We're singing sayonara to 2021 with a recap of our favorite moments! Featuring many lighthearted laughs and Giles-original musical numbers, this episode highlights the political, social, personal, and historic(al?) happenings discussed on our show this past year. And per usual – we have strong...
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BOBBY RIVERS: MOVIE NERD, CINEMA HISTORIAN
Bobby! Bobby baby Bobby bubbie Bobby! We're talking about the multi-talented Bobby Rivers who, according to The New York Times, is "a master interviewer with a gift for impromptu banter." Damn straight! He's done it all - as a host on shows on VH-1 and Food Network, an ABC News movie critic and...
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DERRICK PITTS: STAR MAN
If you flunked physics in high school or didn't do much better in biology or chemistry - then you didn't have the right teacher. Derrick Pitts should have been your high school guide to the wild world of science - he is the man - the science man. Not only is Pitts the Chief Astronomer and...
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VALARIE PETTIFORD: TRIPLE THREAT MAMA
We are serious Valarie Pettiford fans! She's what theatre folks call a "triple threat:" a brilliant Broadway actress, singer, and dancer (trained by the great Bob Fosse). She's a Tony-nominee for her stage work and a kick-ass actress who can play an amazing range of characters - on dramas like...
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THREE BADASS WOMEN WHO DID IT THEIR WAY
Roz Chast is an award-winning New Yorker Magazine cartoonist and author, known for her quirky perspectives on the bumps and grinds of everyday living. She is a hoot and we love her! Cindi Gomes is a longtime CBS News audio technician who's covered stories on everyone from Barak Obama to Cardi B....
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ELIE MYSTAL: BIG BRAIN, BIGGER AFRO
A Harvard man who can break down the Constitution and our judicial system in a bombastic, brilliant and fiercely funny way, Elie Mystal is a lawyer, legal analyst, justice correspondent for The Nation magazine, and one of our all-time favorite pundits on MSNBC. He's a cool dude, he's fun to hang...
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ROBIN GIVHAN: YEAH, I WEAR HEELS ...WHEN I WANT TO!
Robin Givhan is a Senior Critic-At-Large and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist for her work at the Washington Post, a witty and keen observer of the intersection of politics, race, and the arts in today's crazy culture. We spent a wonderful afternoon breaking down everything from the politics of...
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Man with a Gavel
JUDGE NELSON JOHNSON is a prolific author, lawyer, and historian, who's best known for his NY Times bestseller "Boardwalk Empire," which was adapted into an award-winning HBO series. A Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in…
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A GILES FILES MINI: DRIVE UP TO THE DRIVE-IN
Summer 2020 - We've got the hook-up for a good time! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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THE GILES FILES: IT'S BLUE SKIES AND SUNNY WITH JANICE HUFF
"Look! Up in the sky...it's thunder! It's lightning! It's NBC's secret weapon, chief meteorologist Janice Huff!" She's been the weather Wonder Woman for 25+ years -- you'll hear all about her brilliant beginnings and learn some slick stuff about the world of meteorology. Plus: a journey into...
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THE GILES FILES: ME AND MIKEY AND IT'S 1987. TRUE STORIES!
"Mikey" is a black republican! A horror novelist! An almost-"woke" dad! All sides of the actor Michael Boatman, still fighting "The Good Fight." on CBS All Access. Man, he's got stories for days! And Malibu may be the most famous beach in southern California, but the Malibu Diner in Hoboken, NJ…
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THE GILES FILES: THE ART OF MAKING ART - Part 2
Behind-the-scenes artistry isn't glamorous, but we want to give the glory to two bad-ass creatives: Cindi Gomes, sound technician for CBS News and Alexander Allen, celebrity stylist. These two pros work their craft - from travels with candidate Barack Obama to Madonna's recent "Madam X" tour. Oh,...
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A GILES FILES MINI: DEMOCRATS! GET IT TOGETHER!!
Forget the debates - I can't watch them anymore. It's time for a candidate "kumbaya" as we move into 2020. And I have a plan that just might work. Give it a listen... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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THE GILES FILES: THE ART OF MAKING ART - Part 1
Fame! Fortune! Uncertainty! Rejection! Being an artist and actually making a living at your craft is no easy feat. We talk to legendary New Yorker cartoonist Roz Chast and celebrated painter-sculptor Jules Arthur to find out how they do it, why they do it, what keeps them sane, makes them laugh,...
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THE GILES FILES: TO INFINITY AND BEYOND!
Who was your favorite science teacher? Wait: do you remember science class at all? Well, turn your phasers on "stun" and get woke with some knowledge from Derrick Pitts, Chief Astronomer and Planetarium Director for the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Science is everywhere, and he won't let…
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THE GILES FILES: HA HA HA HA HA!
As Ed Sullivan would say, "We have a really big show!" Grab a cocktail, put your feet up, and get your funny on! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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THE GILES FILES: THE $ONE DOLLAR$ INTERVIEW WITH COCKTAILS
Brillo pads! Microphones! And one of the best news correspondents in the biz. We grabbed Randall Pinkston, took him to the Andy Warhol exhibit at the Whitney Museum, to get the lowdown. And we show some love to Nancy P. and Shirley C., warriors both. See Privacy Policy at…
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THE GILES FILES: TIME AND ITS PIECES
I got my mind on my money and my money on my time! We interview men and their pieces at WatchTime Magazine's 2018 luxury watch event in New York City. It all winds together in the latest "Giles Files," plus a new holiday song full of cheer that 's sure to become a classic. See Privacy Policy at...
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THE GILES FILES: A SALUTE TO PUBLIC SERVICE
This just in: a "Giles Files" exclusive: public servants who actually serve the public! And a young citizen with stars and stripes in his eyes envisions his future in the political arena. Plus: another edition of "Know Your Damn History," and a boffo song featuring a throwdown between Senators...
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THE GILES FILES: DOWNRIGHT UPRIGHT WITH JONATHAN CAPEHART
The Giles Files takes a road trip to Washington DC for a sassy conversation with our favorite pundit! Plus, a serendipitous drive-by with two ladies from the Daughters of the American Revolution! Add a dash of "Know Your Damn History," shake it with a James Brown redo, and pour over ice for a...
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THE GILES FILES: OLD SCHOOL / NEW SCHOOL
The inside scoop on why high school boys don't like "hoes." AND: When is the N word cool..and when is it just plain rude? PLUS: "I've got to make money for camp!" Nancy's secret diaries, from her own teen years, reveal a young girl's psychotic schemes to achieve popularity. We compare notes…
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A GILES FILES MINI: YO! WHERE'S THE SHOW??
Listen to the lowdown on why we haven't posted in awhile. But stand by: more boffo episodes coming soon! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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THE GILES FILES: OK People, Let's Be Careful Out There
A movie cop goes berserk! A real life cop chills with chocolate treats! We catch the story behind the story with filmmaker Cory Bowles and Captain Sean Kelly from the Weehawken Police Department . And what's with people jumping the line? Is civility dead or just on the lam? See Privacy Policy at...
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A GILES FILES MINI: Is That A Thigh I See Before Me?
Producer Nancy Wyatt spotted a statue that looked a little strange! Take a listen, check it out on Instagram @thegilesfilespix, and help us make some sense out of it. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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THE GILES FILES: THE RUSSIANS ARE COMING, Run Judy Gold! Run!
Is the bromance between Donny and Vlad going through a rough patch? Who cares! We've got our own Russian comrade and he's got a few sweet tales of his own! And then a short conversation with the tall and seriously funny Judy Gold, a standup/sit-down/Emmy-winning media star. Plus a hit Broadway…
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THE GILES FILES: Sirius XM's Pete Dominick Wants His Hair Back!
Sirius XM host Pete Dominic wants his country back and Glenda Hill wants her Arkansas back - say what? Meanwhile, Trump is churning out a tweet-storm of loony proclamations. Sad! Plus: check me while I almost bid on a sexy '69 Hemi 'Cuda, with dual carbs and a 4-speed pistol-grip shift. All on…
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THE GILES FILES: Joy Behar, Shameless Flirt!
The Emmy-winning comedian Joy Behar from "THE VIEW" talks about life, karma and flirting with Republicans; from Splendora Texas, meet Alton Dulaney: artist, teacher and all around stylish dude; plus a country music tribute to a powerful man who is chock full-o-nuts. Add a ukulele and some…
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THE GILES FILES: Muslims Can Be Funny Too!
Dean Obeidallah is a comedian, essayist, Sirius XM talk show host, activist and co-producer of the documentary "The Muslims Are Coming". Dean shares his undercover mission and a beverage obsession! Meet the newest playwright on the scene, Faith Villanueva, and find out why candy matters. Then...
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THE GILES FILES GOES TO THE MOVIES: Crusing with Hollywood Legends
Robert Osborne, the gracious and elegant Turner Classic Movies host for the last 23 years, passed away on March 6, 2017. He was 84. We had the joy of sailing with Robert on a TCM Classic Movie Cruise just over a year ago and our interview with him was more like a wonderful conversation between...
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THE GILES FILES HITS THE ROAD: The Women's March NYC
The story behind the story of my day at the Women's March in New York City, with producer Nancy Wyatt. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nancy Giles is an Emmy- winning contributor to "CBS News Sunday Morning." The girl keeps files on people she digs, and breaks down trending topics from pop culture to politics. Add a microphone and a ukulele for a fast and furious look at "what's up" through interviews, commentaries, song parodies and more.
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Nancy Giles is an Emmy- winning contributor to "CBS News Sunday Morning." The girl keeps files on people she digs, and breaks down trending topics from pop culture to politics. Add a microphone and a ukulele for a fast and furious look at "what's up" through interviews, commentaries, song parodies...
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