A-list guests like ... Paul McCartney, Stephen Colbert, Kyra Sedgwick, Kevin Costner, Spike Lee, Bryan Cranston, Kristin Chenoweth, David Duchovny, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Burr, Laura Prepon, Billy Bob Thornton, Michael Strahan, Historian Jon Meacham, Judd Apatow, Kristen Chenoweth, Thomas Friedman of The New York Times, , Sanjay Gupta, Ken Burns, Bill Wyman-The Rolling Stones , Tim Robbins, Bob Costas and MORE, join Emmy & Peabody award-winning comedian Paul Mecurio who interviews the big ...
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A weekly journey into the world of bookers, producers, decision-makers, and talent about the art of saying yes and no. Plus: other stuff! Hosted by Jamie Flam, Artistic Director of The Hollywood Improv.
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It's the Load-In! A show encapsulating all things going on in and around the UNITED Theatre in Westerly, RI. Host Lee Metzger has the scoop on upcoming shows, movies, concerts, live comedy, author talks and many others. Listen in on interviews with local and visiting artists, musicians, comedians and more! Make sure to subscribe to be the first to know what's going on at the U!
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Cedric Maxwell - 2 Time NBA Champ - Boston Celtics
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36:11Hear first hand from an NBA champion and Finals MVP what it takes to win the biggest prize. Cedric is engrossing as he describes the nitty gritty of what made the Celts Championship run to their 18th banner so magical and what it takes to be an M+NBA champion. Cedric gives a great insider's take on the Celtics teams he played on and on the storied …
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Jerry Bruckheiner, Producer - "F1," "Top Gun," "Armageddon"
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19:36Jerry is one of the most successful film producers in Hollywood history and this is rare glimpse into the production genius of Jerry Bruckheimer. Hear how he consistently produces such mega-hit as he gives us a rare insider's look into his creative process in talking about the major factors that go into his choices of what movies he will make. Jerr…
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John Leguizamo- Emmy & Tony Winner: "John Leguizamo Does America," "John Wick," "Violent Night," "Freak"
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21:58John, as always, is hilarious, passionate and thought-provoking in this really fun conversation about the Latino influences in our culture and politics that has gone largely unnoticed. In a way only John can tell it, he describes his highly acclaimed 2nd season of "John Leguizamo Does America" as we hear about the 6 cities he's visited to take in t…
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Ken Burns - Documentary Filmmaker, "American Revolution," "Civil War," "Baseball"
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14:53An absolutely captivating conversation with the world's greatest documentary filmmaker as he passionately talks about his newest documentary series, "American Revolution," which explores our country’s founding struggle and its eight-year war for independence. Ken is spell-binding as he describes the virtues and contradictions of the war and the bir…
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Ask Buster: Ben Finds Roommate Wearing His Clothes
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1:25Ben called Buster to tell him he found his roommate wearing his clothes and talking into the mirror while giving himself a motivational speech.By Buster
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Spike Feresten - Spike's Car Radio w/Jerry Seinfeld, Writer - Seinfeld, The Simpsons, SNL
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24:16Spike describes his start in comedy - a hilarious story of how getting in trouble in college for a prank led to being one of the best comedy writers in Hollywood. We also talk about his passion for high-end cars, how it started, what makes car collectors a unique breed and his Youtube show he co-hosts with Jerry Seinfeld and much more.…
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Ne-Yo on Tik Tok Era of Music, the Groupchat with his 4 Girlfriends, and Which Celeb Smells The Best
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18:18Prior to the "For The Fans" tour stops at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Ne-Yo pops in the iHeartRadio studio for a chat. We discuss the "Tik Tok Era" of music, songs of his that Ne-Yo thought should've been hits, celebrities that he thinks smell the best, and so much more. This interview is hilarious!…
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Will Smith Shocked By Concert Footage From 1989 (Interview)
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21:17Will Smith dropped a new album, "Base On A True Story" and he swung by Q102 to talk about releasing his first album in 20 years. I spring some footage on Will that was dug up from Q102 archives. Will is shocked when he sees this footage of him performing at the Q102 Monster Concert in 1989. He's even got family with him hanging backstage. We also g…
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Ep. 145 - Clamming with Harry Rosenblum of Eating with the Ecosystem
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31:56It's the Load In! Today Lee is in the wild hunting for clams, slipper limpets and more with Vice President of the Board of Directors for Eating with the Ecosystem. They talk responsible local eating, fishing policies and economics, and even get a sneak peak into what they will be serving at SoupyFest II on Arpil 11. If you missed out on tickets, ma…
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Paul Mecurio swings by the iHeartRadio Studios prior to his show at City Winery on March 29th, 2025. Don't miss "Permission To Speak", an interactive, comedy show starring Paul Mecurio. Paul talks to Buster about being a parent, political correctness, and how some people just have to tell you everything on their mind.…
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Brian Tyree Henry is the star and Executive Producer of "Dope Thief" now streaming on Apple TV+. We're so grateful another new show uses Philly as it's backdrop. Brian talks to us about his experience with the new show and of course we go off topic. We discuss plenty of nostalgia including MTV, DVD's, The Box, and more!…
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"Long Bright River" interview featuring: Amanda Seyfried and OT The Real
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18:36Amanda Seyfried and OT The Real stop by the iHeartRadio studios in Philly to talk about their new show, "Long Bright River". Featuring Philly as a backdrop, it's only right that one of Philly's most notorious artists (OT) are front and center with such a massive star like Amanda in this Philly Police drama. In this convo we discuss all the Philly d…
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It's the Load-In! This week Lee is talking with Emma Sills about Windies and the 1926 Trattoria Pop-Up taking place in the 1926 Club on March 15 for the premiere of Westerly's Gold: Sweet Spicy and Full of Tradition. The Trattoria will be stocked with wonderful items that celebrate Calabrian Italian culture and heritage, while also featuring local …
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David Onda from Xfinity's entertainment team drops by Q102 to chat with Buster about what we can expect Sunday night during the OscarsBy Buster
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Listeners Chime In With Advice for Nicole's Sister
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3:29Nicole's Sister Found Gay Porn on Hubby's PhoneBy Buster
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Nicole Calls To Tell Us Her Sister's Problem
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5:02Nicole's Sister Found Gay Porn on Hubby's PhoneBy Buster
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This week's weirdo is Rochelle that expresses her hatred for pets.By Buster
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This week's weirdo is Rochelle that expresses her hatred for pets.By Buster
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Brandon Eric Kamin & Christian Crosby Interview
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13:22Brandon Eric Kamin and Christian Crosby pull up to Q102/iHeartRadio Philadelphia the week before "The Golden Voice" hits theaters. Eric discusses what it was like making a movie with Nick Nolte as a young filmmaker from the Philly area. Christian Crosby takes a break from hosting LIV Golf and 76ers games to talk about his debut in a motion picture.…
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Ep. 143 - Kismet Improv with Rebecca Thorndike-Breeze & Tim Breeze-Thorndike
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23:24It's the Load-In! This week Lee is talking with Rebecca Thorndike-Breeze and Tim Breeze-Thorndike, new owners of Kismet Improv in Pawtucket. Tim and Rebecca join the pod to talk about getting into improv, buying a theater, and stick around to play a round of "Kiss Me I'm Improv," ahead of Improv Night on March 1st at the UNITED. Don't forget to rat…
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Alex Wagner - MSNBC, "Trumpland w/Alex Wagner" Podcast
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21:38A deep dive with Alex about her newest project, the podcast - "Trumpland." On “Trumpland with Alex Wagner,” Alex travels the country talking with the people on the frontlines of Trump’s policies and promises. For the first 100 days of the new administration, she’s taking a break from the anchor’s chair to get out into the field to bring you convers…
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Ep. 142 - Paul Mecurio's Permission to Speak
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26:58It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by comedian and writer Paul Mecurio (The Daily Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert) to talk about his upcoming show "Permission to Speak." An RI native, Paul returns to the UNITED to bring this fun and collaborative show to his home state. Relying on improvisation and earnest curiosity, Mecurio weaves …
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Armani White After NFC Championship Game Performance
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9:57Armani White swings by the iHeartRadio Philadelphia studio to talk about his performance at the NFC Championship game, his new album, and... Chipotle. Check it out!By Buster
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Ep. 141 - UNITED We Laugh with Comic Tyler Hittner
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20:02It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by comic Tyler Hittner to talk stand up comedy, political correctness, and more on this edition of The Load-In (After Dark). Make sure to buy your tickets for UNITED We Laugh, the stand up comedy revue featuring local and national acts. This month will be hosted by Mark McGwin, featuring Tyler Hittner, with…
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Ep. 140 - Improv Night feat. Improv Jones with Jake Goldman
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19:26It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Jake Goldman of Improv Jones to talk Improv Night at the U! Jake has been performing comedy since 2005, from basement theaters run by communist cab drivers in NYC to terribly attended festivals in Montreal, and everywhere in between. As the longest running improv group in RI, Improv Jones brings a unique…
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Howie Mandel, "America's Got Talent," "Deal or No Deal"
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25:19An interesting fun look at one of the best known comedians out there. Howie talks about his passion for "America's Got Talent," how it changes the lives of its contestants. He has a funny, great story of how he resisted getting into the game show hosting world but when he did it changed his life forever. Howie gives us a fascinating look into how h…
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Ep. 139 - Beyond the Jar: Connecting Food, Culture, and Creativity with Eric Dawson
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2:18:30It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Eric Dawson, the Director of Program Innovation of the Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, to talk Koji and fermentation ahead of the event at the UNITED on December 8th. Eric talks the history of fermentation, the intersection of science and art at the kitchen table, and then plays a fun game with Lee. M…
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Ep. 138 - Drawn Together Partner Portraits with John Tedeschi
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13:52It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by local artist and educator John Tedeschi to talk about the upcoming Drawn Together Partner Portrait Night at the UNITED on November 5th. Get your tickets now! Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Make sure to check out the vide…
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Ep. 137 - A Return to Hogwarts Holiday Film Series with Misty Blux and Marie Mattano
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12:38It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Associate Front of House Manager Misty Blux and Front of House Lead Marie Mattano to talk about the upcoming A Return to Hogwarts Holiday Film Series. They go over the Opening Night Party and Sorting (Nov 7 - 6:30-7:30pm), their history with Harry Potter, and Misty shares some very light hearted trivia (…
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Amy Brenneman - FX’s The Old Man, Judging Amy, VEEP
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27:50Amy is absolutely fun and delightful in this wide-ranging interview as she talks about the new season of the hit FX series, "The Old Man." She describes why it is so amazing to work with Jeff Bridges, how she approached her role and character in the series, what she looks for in roles and the challenges she faced first starting out as an actress in…
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Ep. 136 - The Monstrous Masquerave with Daisy Maize and Plumpy from 2Primo
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28:34It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by the architects of the Monstrous Masquerave Daisy Maize and Plumpy of 2Primo Studios. They talk about the inception of the event, what to expect on Friday and where their musical inspirations came from. Make sure to join us on October 25th at the Monstrous Masquerave Costume Dance Party. This event is for…
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Ep. 135 - Wooly Mammoth, Speakeasy Choir, and Witch Please Drag Show
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13:50It's the Load-In! This week Lee fills you in on some mid-October events. Oct 17 - Blue Monday - Wooly Mammoth Campbells Soup Fundraiser and Charity Show Oct 18 - Speakeasy Choir - Bohemian Rhapsody Oct 19 - Witch Please Drag Spooktacular Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Make sure to check out the video feeds on Instagram, T…
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Steven Weber, Chicago Med, Wings, Curb Your Enthusiasm
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22:07A really fun interview with Steven who is hilarious as we talk about Chicago Med but mostly his life as an actor and he has an hysterical take on how the importance of fame and wealth in our society and how to get it. Steven and I go on a really funny riff on how it's so easy to be famous these days by not doing much of anything. And hear Steven's …
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It's the Load-In! This week Lee gives his review on the last season of Amazon's Ring of Power series, and a look forward to what he'd like to see from season 2 Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Make sure to check out the video feeds on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube and comment, like and subscribe and hit the bell to be notif…
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David Arquette - "Scream," "Friends," "The Good Half"
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19:53David is hilarious in this really fun conversation about his newest project, "The Good Half." David gives us a cool look into his famous, creative family - hear about how his eclectic mother (a former burlesque dancer who David named his nightclub named) and artistic family (sisters Roasanna and Patricia) inspired him to be an actor and hear how fu…
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Mika Brzezinski - Co-Host of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” and Founder of "Know Your Value," a global initiative.
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17:18A fun, fascinating conversation with Mika about her "Know Your Value" initiative that empowers women to grow their careers and form healthy habits. Hear who some of the amazing women from business, entertainment and more who are on the newest "Know Your Value Forbes 50 over 50 list." Mika also has great insight into the Kamala Harris campaign, the …
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Ep. 133 - Gara LaMarche Shares the Soul of Story Corps
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21:18It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Gara LaMarche, teacher and Leader in Residence at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership and a Senior Adviser to The Raben Group as well as longtime board member and chair of Story Corps. Gara talks the inception of Story Corps, the One Small Step initiative, and why this initiative is s…
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Sal Paolantonio - ESPN NFL Correspondent, NFL Countdown, Host "NFL Matchup"
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21:16A view of football that you've never heard before. Sal talks in depth about his new book, "How Football Explains America," and explains how football originated in America, how football in America was influenced by African American culture, military history and cultural shifts across generations and why the Quarter-Back Position is the most revered …
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Ep. 132 - Max Finnance Shares His Summer Brews
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15:45It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Master Cicerone and Professional Beer Educator Max Finnance to talk the upcoming Hoposium event. Max describes what brought him to the craft beer scene, what kept him there, and how he brings his expertise and experience to an world class event like Hoposium: A World Tour Of Beer. Check out these links f…
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Jane Clauss - Emmy Winning Host, CBS Anchor, "The Today Show," Host "Creative Living"
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43:31A really fun conversation with Jane about her amazing career as a host, CBS news anchor and nationally known DIY expert on such shows as NBC’s The TODAY Show, FOX Good Day, and HSN to name a few. Jane explains why being a radio host for 4 hours a day early on in her career was so instrumental to her success on TV. Hear what makes Jane such a GREAT …
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Ep. 131 - Lindsay Makowicki's Lessons in Literary Lingo
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20:06It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Bank Square Books Events Manager Lindsay Makowicki to talk upcoming book releases and author talks. See below for more information on these excellent events! Regina Linke - Oxherd Boy - July 3 Dr. John Long - The Secret History of Sharks - July 6 Christa & Becca Ritchie - Dishonestly Yours - July 12 Ben …
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John Ratzenberger - "Cheers," "Cars," "Inside Out 2"
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19:30John created one of the most iconic characters in television history - Cliff Clavin of "Cheers." Hear the fascinating story how that character was created, how John's 10 years touring Europe as a performer led to him landing the role of cheers, what his huge comedy influences are and much more.By Paul Mecurio
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Ep. 130 - Nervous the Drag Queen & UNITED For Pride
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23:51It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by performer, producer and promoter Nervous the Drag Queen to talk Pride, drag and the upcoming UNITED For Pride event on June 29th. UNITED For Pride - June 29th Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Don't forget to rate and review the show to help us grow! Make sure to check out the vid…
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Ep. 129 - What's Up Gastropod with Kate Masury
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16:53It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Executive Director of Eating with the Ecosystem Kate Masury to talk slipper limpets, welk, kelp and more! Turns out you can eat a lot of things that are sourced locally, sustainable, and scrumptious, and Kate Masury wants to spread that good news all across New England. So make sure to come down to the U…
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Ep. 128 - Speakeasy Choir with Choral Director Kailey Shea
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20:19It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Choral Director Kailey Shea in conversation about Speakeasy Choir's June 14th event featuring Ain't No Mountain High Enough by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. They talk growing up musically, run through some quick vocal drills, and then forget Tammi Terrell's name. Find out more about Speakeasy Choir belo…
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Ep. 127 - Upcoming Events with Tim Cotter
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20:29It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by the UNITED's Press & Media Manager Tim Cotter to talk Civil Rights activist on-the-run documentary screening and talk back with Stephen Bingham and Director Catherine Masud, outdoorsman and hiking expert Steve Fagin and local poet and author Carla Panciera in conversation with journalist Betty Cotter. A …
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Ep. 126 - More Book Events with Lindsay Makowicki
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25:09It's the Load-In! This week Lee is joined by Bank Square Books Events Manager Lindsay Makowicki to talk upcoming Author Talks at the UNITED and more. Julia Dzafic - Garden Grown Chelsea Tucker & Ellen Flannery-Schroeder - Banish Bedtime Battles Ben Shattuck & Jenny Slate - The History of Sound Juliet Grames - The Lost Boy of Santa Chionia Make sure…
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Tim Blake Nelson - "O Father Where Art Thou," "Minority Report," "Dune Part 2"
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21:16Tim is one of Hollywood's most versatile and brilliant actors who gives us an insider's look into his great new movie, "Asleep in my Palm," tells the story of a father and his daughter living off the grid on the outskirts of an elite liberal arts college in northeastern Ohio. Tim reveals why he took on the part, how he chose the incredibly unique c…
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Joy gives a new perspective to the civil rights movement through this fascinating look into the lives of Medgar and Myrlie Evers who were married and considered 2 of the greatest civil rights leaders of the civil rights movement. Joy talks about her new book in which she chronicles this beautiful love story between Medgar and Myrlie. She describes …
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