Episodes
When you think about the biggest comedy shows in television’s history, there are always a few things that stand out. There’s of course the writing. The ensemble cast. Sometimes, the music. And there’s very often at least one character who’s name resonates, staying in pop culture for decades. This fact is pretty much the “norm”.
And it’s that Norm, that I’m talking about…
This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, George Wendt, Norm from “Cheers”.
Published 06/03/24
One of the biggest phrases ever dreamed up in the TV marketing world, was “Must See TV”.
In the 90’s, NBC and “Must See TV” became destination television for the entire country on Thursday nights. There was Seinfeld, Friends, Frasier, ER… And another show that was perfectly cast, about a tiny airline in Nantucket, run by two witty and engaging brothers. That show was “Wings”.
This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, and one of the stars of “Wings”, Steven...
Published 05/27/24
This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Jill Whelan from “The Love Boat”.
If you look back at television history, growing up as a teenager on a TV comedy has sometimes meant that there could be rough seas ahead as the actor grows up.
But one young child star rode the wave of success as she cruised into adulthood.
Published 05/20/24
In Hollywood, aliens coming to earth has been a “go to” theme for screenwriters for decades.
And of course, not all of the “creatures from the beyond” are as adorable and gentle as “ET”. Some are here to wreak havoc among the human race…
In 1995, one classic alien movie brought a horrible creature to earth, perfectly packaged as one of the most beautiful women to ever walk our planet.
This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Natasha Henstridge of “Species”.
Published 05/13/24
Actor Amy Yasbeck appeared in some of the biggest movies and TV shows of our time. She sits down with Steve Kmetko to talk about her career and how the death of her husband, John Ritter, partially changed her focus.
Published 05/06/24
If there’s anything you learn about when coming to California to “give it a try” in Hollywood, is that it’s rarely as glamorous or carefree as it may appear.
Chasing stardom can lead down many paths. And becoming the “personality” that you’re hired to be, can be a challenge.
And sometimes life tosses a wring into those plans and career. And it’s not always a small wrench.
This is Still Here Hollywood, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, Host - Actress - Model, and cancer...
Published 04/29/24
Growing up in showbiz, like today's guest did, is a smidge different than how most of us were raised.
Finding your path when your parents are Hollywood Royalty can be interesting.
And whad to you do when your big sister is an actual princess from "a galaxy far far away"? You forge your own path, co-starring on a groundbreaking and eventual controversial, comedy series.
This is Still Here Hollywood. I'm Steve Kmetko. Join us with today's guest, actor Joely Fisher.
Published 04/22/24
Some “Teen Movies” only hit home with their target audience: teens. Most of those films come and go from theaters without a lot of fanfare. But once in a while a movie comes along with adorable characters and spectacular lines that live on forever, filed away under “Smarmy” in our vocabularies.
In 1995, one skateboarding / stoner character won over audiences with his slightly buzzed kindness. He immediately became a heartthrob who would go on to bring that charm and talent to dozens of...
Published 04/15/24
This is Still Here Hollywood, I'm Steve Kmetko. Join me with today's guest, Jerry O'Connell.
If you're one to pay attention to Hollywood tabloids you'd know that it's fairly rare to a child actor to keep their career thriving deep into adulthood.
One versitile star, who was in his first hit film at 11 years old, has thrived for decades as an actor and has pivoted into the world of Talk and Game Show hosting. But despite the many roles and successes he has raked up in his 40 year career, his...
Published 04/08/24
How do you define a Hollywood legend? Is it the number of roles that theuy've played? Is it reaching over a billion dollars in box office receipts? Is it longevity?
This is Still Here Hollywood. I'm Steve Kmetko. Join me with today's guest, who has acted in over 700 films, actor, Eric Roberts.
Published 04/01/24
This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I'm Steve Kmetko. I was fired from E! Entertainment Television 20 years ago. Today I'll tell the story that I've never told (fully). Actress and friend of the podcast, Amy Yasbeck, will help me spill my guts.
Published 03/25/24
Chewbacca… Robin… Tattoo… Ed McMahon.
Sidekicks in film and television are some of the most important roles to fill on a cast. And all are pivotal to the success of the show.
In the 1990’s there was an unforgettable sidekick who hammered his way to fame on one of the most popular comedies of the decade.
This is STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me, with today’s guest from “Home Improvement”, Richard Karn.
Published 03/18/24
In the 1990’s television was in its heyday… The bulk of shows were still on the four broadcast networks. No streaming yet. Some cable. It was great.
One show on ABC catapulted some of its early stars into worldwide superstardom. One went to “Infinity and beyond”. Another went to the beach.
But when a cast changes on a TV hit, the show obviously, must sill go on.
There was one actor who perfectly filled the shoes and tool belt of the previous star in order to help keep the show on the air for...
Published 03/11/24
One of the biggest phrases ever dreamed up in the TV marketing world, was “Must See TV”.
In the 90’s, NBC and “Must See TV” became destination television for the entire country on Thursday nights. There was Seinfeld, Friends, Frasier, ER… And another show that was perfectly cast, about a tiny airline in Nantucket, run by two witty and engaging brothers. That show was “Wings”.
This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, and one of the stars of “Wings”, Steven...
Published 03/04/24
Strong, independent, women in TV comedies have always been a hallmark of the genre. Dishing out laughs, while solving problems with wisecracks, is comedy gold.
For 11 seasons, starting in 1993, there was one woman on NBC who perfectly sliced and diced the punchlines with her sharp tongued delivery.
This is Still Here Hollywood, I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me and today’s guest from Frasier, Peri Gilpin.
Published 02/26/24
One of the biggest television shows of the last generation is American Idol. It's the singing talent show that helped define reality TV launching stars like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Jennifer Hudson. If you look back through the history of the show you'll find that in the beginning the iconic series had two hosts, Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman. One host went on to become a TV mogul. The other, at one point, ended up driving an Uber. You guess which is which...
This is Part 1...
Published 02/19/24
One of the biggest television shows of the last generation is American Idol. It's the singing talent show that helped define reality TV launching stars like Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Jennifer Hudson. If you look back through the history of the show you'll find that in the beginning the iconic series had two hosts, Ryan Seacrest and Brian Dunkleman. One host went on to become a TV mogul. The other, at one point, ended up driving an Uber. You guess which is which...
This is Part 1...
Published 02/12/24
Eric McCormack starred on one of the biggest and groundbreaking television sitcoms in history is Will and Grace. Steve Kmetko talks to the Emmy winning actor about how his career began and is thriving years after Will Truman left the set.
Published 02/05/24
Actor Amy Yasbeck appeared in some of the biggest movies and TV shows of our time. She sits down with Steve Kmetko to talk about her career and how the death of her husband, John Ritter, partially changed her focus.
Published 02/05/24
This episode trailer is a quick preview of what's to come on STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD with Steve Kmetko. Steve will be talking to the biggest stars of film and TV along with some we haven't seen in a while.
For years Steve was a fixture on Red Carpets all over the world. He anchored E! News Daily and was the entertainment reporter for CBS News. If you saw the Ben Stiller movie Zoolander, you'll remember Steve on the red carpet doing all of the interviews near the beginning of the film. In his...
Published 01/21/24
Preview of Season 1 of STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD with Steve Kmetko where he'll be talking to today's biggest stars of film and TV along with some stars that we miss... Coming soon.
Published 11/30/23
Just a quick way to tease you about what's to come with Steve Kmetko and his new podcast called STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD. Steve will be talking to the biggest stars of the big and small screen. Household names, that we miss... What have they been doing? Did they leave the limelight? Why did they go? Was it their choice, or was it something else...? We'll find out together on STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD. Coming soon!
Published 10/10/23