Episodes
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews five-time Grammy winner Robert Glasper, who hosts a "Black Radio" tribute to Duke Ellington and J Dilla this Saturday at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. They discuss the special concert, as well as his acclaimed career of jazz, hip-hop and R&B. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/26/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Oscar-nominated director Matt Ogens about his new documentary "Madu," which screens this Sunday at the AFI New African Film Festival at the AFI Silver Theatre in Silver Spring, Maryland before streaming on Disney+ on March 29. They discuss his journey chronicling 11-year-old Anthony Madu, a Nigerian boy who became a viral ballet sensation. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/22/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with the cast of the animated TV series "Animaniacs," who crack up the Weinberg Center in Frederick, Maryland this Saturday night. Rob Paulsen, Maurice LaMarche and Randy Rogel call in to preview the show and reflect on iconic characters like Pinky & The Brain, Yakko Warner, and tons of characters from other shows from “G.I. Joe” to "Ninja Turtles.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 03/20/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews drummer Cindy Blackman Santana, who rocks The Carlyle Room in Washington D.C. this Friday and Saturday. She shares her journey of growing up in Ohio, moving to New England and touring with Lenny Kravitz before meeting husband Carlos Santana, who proposed to her on stage in 2010. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/13/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews William H. Macy, who hosts a special screening of “Fargo” this Thursday night at Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. Macy reflects on his Oscar-nominated role as Jerry Lundegaard, as well as the brilliance of Frances McDormand, Steve Buscemi and the Coen Brothers. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/12/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with country music legend Dolly Parton as today marks the 50th anniversary of her iconic song “I Will Always Love You," which released on March 11, 1974. Jason managed to ask one question during a nationwide media call with numerous outlets before Dolly played Wolf Trap in Vienna, Virginia in 2016. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/11/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks as the Tedeschi Trucks Band rocks Warner Theatre in Washington D.C. this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, followed by the Hippodrome Theater in Baltimore on Saturday. They break down the new tour, their interconnected backstories and why they continue to be a match made in blues-rock heaven. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/04/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews two-time Academy Award winner Hilary Swank about her inspirational new movie "Ordinary Angels." They also discuss the 20th anniversary of "Million Dollar Baby," which made her a two-time Oscar winner after "Boys Don't Cry." They even end by rapid-firing about her favorite performances by other multiple Best Actress winners. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 03/02/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Trombone Shorty, who brings his band Orleans Avenue with The Soul Rebels to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia on Saturday night. He discusses growing up in New Orleans, his lifelong friendship with Jon Batiste, acting in David Simon's "Treme" and why he loves performing in the nation’s capital. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/29/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Foghat drummer Roger Earl, who headlines the Rock & Roll For Children benefit concert at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland on Saturday, March 9. They discuss hits like "Slow Ride" and how you can help The Children's Inn at NIH. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/27/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actor/comedian Mark Forward as “Letterkenny Presents: A Night of Standup” at the Capital Turnaround in Washington D.C. this Saturday. They discuss his hilarious role as the town's hockey coach, as well as offering advice for Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin as he tries to break Wayne Gretzky’s all-time goals record. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/26/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews John Gourley of the rock band Portugal. The Man, which rocks The Anthem in Washington D.C. tomorrow night. He shares his journey from growing up in Alaska as the son of dog-sledding parents to eventually recording the Grammy-winning hit “Feel It Still.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/23/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Kansas guitarist Richard Williams as the band brings its 50th anniversary tour to Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia on March 2. They discuss the band’s biggest hits, including “Carry on Wayward Son,” “Point of Know Return” and “Dust in the Wind.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/22/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Gregory Porter, who performs live at MGM National Harbor in Oxon Hill, Maryland this Sunday night. They discuss his fascinating life and career, starting out playing college football with Marshall Faulk before his mother’s dying words inspired a Grammy-winning journey in music. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/21/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews "This Old House" host Kevin O'Connor, who will appear at the Capital Remodel + Garden Show at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, Virginia on Saturday afternoon. He calls in to preview the event and reflect on the PBS show’s 45th anniversary, praising his predecessors like Bob Vila, Norm Abram and Steve Thomas as they taught America lessons in home improvement. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 02/20/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Marg Helgenberger as “CSI: Vegas” returns tonight for its Season 3 premiere on CBS. They spoke when she starred in the landmark play “The Little Foxes” at Arena Stage in Washington D.C. back in 2016, sharing memories of her favorite career roles, including Catherine Willows in the original “CSI." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/18/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews late-night legend Paul Shaffer, who performs live with the Annapolis Chamber Orchestra tomorrow night at the Maryland Hall in Annapolis, Maryland. He calls in to preview the concert and share memories from his prolific career from “Saturday Night Live” to “The Late Show with David Letterman.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/16/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews actors Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody, who visit Strathmore in North Bethesda, Maryland tomorrow night for a special Valentine’s Day show hosted by their son Gideon. They discuss their “storybook love” and the secret to staying married for 44 years, as well as memories of their most beloved roles like Inigo Montoya in “The Princess Bride.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/13/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews writer/director Laura Chinn, whose new coming-of-age film "Suncoast" premieres on Hulu today just a month after premiering at Sundance. She describes basing the film on her own life story, as well as working with talented rising star Nico Parker and renowned screen veterans like Laura Linney and Woody Harrelson. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/09/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews Randi Zuckerberg as today marks exactly 20 years since her brother Mark Zuckerberg launched The Facebook from his sophomore dorm room at Harvard University on Feb. 4, 2004. They spoke in 2016 when she launched the reality TV show “Quit Your Day Job” on the Oxygen network. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/04/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews outgoing Kennedy Center Chairman David Rubenstein, who is reportedly buying the Baltimore Orioles. They spoke in 2020 about his 10-episode PBS series “History with David Rubenstein,” and while they didn’t discuss baseball, the conversation may give you some insight into the mind of this cultured entrepreneur. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/02/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley catches up with Living Colour frontman Corey Glover, who rocks the Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races in West Virginia tomorrow night in a double bill with Extreme. They discuss his groundbreaking career, including the timelessness of the hit song “Cult of Personality," as well as his role in Oliver Stone’s “Platoon.” (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 02/01/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interview Gina Prince-Bythewood & Reggie Rock Bythewood, executive producers of "“Genius: MLK/X," which premieres tomorrow night on National Geographic before streaming Friday on Hulu and Disney+. They discuss juxtaposing the lives of Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X, as well as memories of Gina directing “Love & Basketball” and “The Woman King.” (Theme Music: Scot Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 01/31/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews WWE superstar A.J. Styles, who battles Roman Reigns, Randy Orton and L.A. Knight in a Fatal Fourway match for the Undisputed WWE Universal Championship tomorrow night at the "Royal Rumble" on Peacock. The “Phenomenal One” discusses his three challenging opponents, as well as predictions for the 30-man Men’s Royal Rumble Match and memories of his two previous reigns as WWE Champion. (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about...
Published 01/26/24
WTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley interviews six-time Tony winner Audra McDonald, who performs live with the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. on Jan. 30 and Jan. 31. They break down her record-breaking six Tony wins on Broadway, as well as her TV role in HBO's "The Gilded Age" and movie work in "Rustin" and "Origin." (Theme Music: Scott Buckley's "Clarion") Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Published 01/25/24