Sea Monsters and a Family Affair with Johnny Whitaker
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Johnny Whitaker, the cherished child star of "Family Affair" and "Sigmund and the Sea Monsters" opens up about growing up in the spotlight, sharing personal anecdotes from his time on set with industry giants. Highlights: Johnny Whitaker's Early Fame: Delve into Johnny's early days in the industry, starting with his iconic role as Jody Davis in "Family Affair." Discover how he navigated the complexities of fame from a tender age, balancing the demands of the spotlight with the innocence of childhood. Memorable Roles and Collaborations: Johnny shares behind-the-scenes stories from his work on classics like "Tom Sawyer" and his collaborations with industry legends, including his experience working with Steven Spielberg. Learn about the roles that defined his career. Advocacy and Legacy: Johnny talks about his advocacy work, particularly his efforts to protect younger actors in the industry. Life Beyond Acting: Get a glimpse into Johnny Whitaker's life outside of acting. From his work as a certified addiction treatment counselor to his ventures in writing and directing, Johnny's journey reminds us of the power of transformation and the importance of leaving a positive impact on the world around us.   You're going to love my conversation with Johnny Whitaker IMDB Website Facebook Fan Group Twitter   Follow Jeff Dwoskin (host): Jeff Dwoskin on Twitter The Jeff Dwoskin Show podcast on Twitter Podcast website Podcast on Instagram Join my mailing list Subscribe to my Youtube channel (watch Crossing the Streams!) Yes, the show used to be called Live from Detroit: The Jeff Dwoskin Show Ways to support the show: Buy me a coffee (support the show) TeePublic Store: Classic Conversations merch and more! Love the books I talk about on the show? Here is my Amazon store to shop.  
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