Bob Barry's Unearthed Interviews

Today’s podcast features a man who dared to dream beyond the horizon and then made it real. John Glenn was a true pioneer, a man who defied the limits of Earth and rewrote the story of human possibility. Marine, test pilot, astronaut, senator, and legend. He was the first American to orbit the earth and the first to remind us that courage isn’t a moment, it’s a way of living.

In your lifetime, you have probably seen at least one “Rocky” movie. Today we go back to a light-hearted conversation with the actor who played Paulie in the Rocky series. Burt Young has always brought an irresistible blend of grit, humor, and heart to every performance. In this episode, we’ll be chatting about his journey through Tinseltown, sharing quirky behind-the-scenes tales and laughing through the lighter side of life. It’s Hollywood, with a wink and a nod.  So, grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and join us for a short, candid conversation with Burt Young.

“I’m in the Jailhouse Now” was the biggest hit for one of the most iconic honky-tonk singers of all time, Webb Pierce. This man wore more rhinestones than Liberace’s coffee table and had a voice smoother than Tennessee whiskey. Webb didn’t just play country music, he lived it. Music expert Joel Whitburn joins me in this interview. So, pour yourself a glass and get ready for a ride through the golden age of country with the man who brought the twang to town.

Do you remember “Tammy,” and “Aba Daba Honeymoon? How about “Tammy and the Bachelor” and “The Unsinkable Molly Brown?” I think all of us remember the movie “Singing in the Rain.” Today’s podcast goes back to a woman who danced toe-to-toe with Gene Kelly, stole scenes with her wit and could probably out-sing out-joke and out-charm all of us combined. Debbie Reynolds has some gossip from the time and will give advice on how to stay fabulous 24/7. And I loved the sexy way she answered the phone.

Imagine being the person who asks, “What the hell happened to Blood, Sweat and Tears?” Beside that documentary, John Scheinfeld, who is from Milwaukee, masterminded films like “The U.S. Vs. John Lennon,” “Reinventing Elvis: The ’68 Comeback” and “Who is Harry Nilsson and Why is Everybody Talking About Him?” John is an Emmy and Grammy-nominated filmmaker. I was working at WISN at the time and John wrote the catchy slogan: “Radio 11, WISN, of course.” You might have one of those bumper stickers, which I see selling on Ebay for $10.95. John surprised me at the end of the interview with a personal memory.