Film Episodes
143
Nov. 2, 2025
Episode 143 – Runaway Trains, Fame, and Real Life With Hollywood Legend Eric Roberts – Part 1
In the first half of this two-part conversation, host Tony Miros dives deep into the extraordinary life and career of Oscar-nominated actor Eric Roberts—a Hollywood legend with over 700 screen credits and five decades in the business. From his early years in Atlanta to chasing his dreams in the wild world of 1970s New York City, Eric’s story is filled with unforgettable moments and colorful characters. Along the way, Eric opens up about his newly released memoir Runaway Train: Or, The Story of M...
Guest: Eric Roberts
142
Oct. 19, 2025
Episode 142 - My Jaw-Dropping Chat With Actor Turned Producer Jeffrey Kramer from JAWS 1 & 2 - Part 2
In the thrilling conclusion of this two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his deep dive with actor-turned-producer Jeffrey Kramer, who shares more incredible stories from his multifaceted Hollywood career. Jeffrey recalls how his friend Rick Rosenthal cast him in Halloween II , and how his role as Deputy Hendricks in JAWS 2 was almost cut—until a change in directors saved it and expanded it. He paints a vivid picture of the challenges of filming on the open water, the freezing tempera...
Guest: Jeffrey Kramer
141
Oct. 19, 2025
Episode 141 — My Jaw-Dropping Chat with Jeffrey Kramer from JAWS & JAWS 2 - Part 1
In this jaw-dropping first half of a two-part conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with actor-turned-producer Jeffrey Kramer, the unforgettable Deputy Hendricks from Steven Spielberg’s legendary classic JAWS and its sequel JAWS 2. Nearly fifty years later, Jeffrey still can’t believe how a little movie about a big shark became a cultural phenomenon that changed Hollywood forever. Jeffrey takes listeners on a fascinating journey from his early life in Teaneck, New Jersey, and Martha’s Vi...
Guest: Jeffrey Kramer
140
Oct. 5, 2025
Episode 140 – From Wings to Chicago Med: Steven Weber’s Incredible Hollywood Career – Part 2
In the second half of their fascinating two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his deep dive with acclaimed actor Steven Weber, who recalls his experiences filming the psychological thriller “Single White Female” alongside Bridget Fonda—whom he remains friends with today. He opens up about filming his first nude scene, how nerve-wracking it was, and reflects on how today’s intimacy coordinators have changed the industry. Weber also shares stories from his time filming “Jeffrey,” ...
Guest: Steven Weber
138
Sept. 21, 2025
Episode 138 – The True Hollywood Story of Melody Anderson: From Flash Gordon to Life Beyond Hollywood – Part 2
In the thrilling conclusion of this two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his deep dive with sci-fi icon Melody Anderson, best known as Dale Arden in the 1980 cult classic “Flash Gordon”. This time, Melody opens up about the behind-the-scenes drama that changed the course of the franchise—including the infamous fallout between star Sam J. Jones & producer Dino De Laurentiis, which ultimately derailed plans for a sequel. She also shares fascinating details about the film’s unforg...
Guest: Melody Anderson
137
Sept. 21, 2025
Episode 137 – The True Hollywood Story of Melody Anderson: From Flash Gordon to Life Beyond Hollywood – Part 1
In the first half of this special two-part conversation, host Tony Miros chats with Canadian-born actress Melody Anderson—forever beloved by sci-fi fans as the fearless Dale Arden in the 1980 cult classic Flash Gordon! Before Hollywood, Melody’s path was anything but typical. She worked as a journalist in Canada, then as a reporter in Australia—where she even interviewed celebrities at the airport—before discovering acting after hearing Uta Hagen perform Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. Mod...
Guest: Melody Anderson
134
Aug. 24, 2025
Episode 134 - Chatting With America’s Favorite TV Dad: Dan Lauria From The Wonder Years – Part 2
In the second half of this unforgettable two-part conversation, Tony Miros dives back in with beloved actor Dan Lauria — and the stories just keep getting better! From working with Robert Loggia in the blockbuster Independence Day to stepping into the world of NASA for Tom Hanks’ HBO miniseries From the Earth to the Moon, Dan shares behind-the-scenes tales that span film, television, and theater. Plus, you’ll love his heartwarming story about Tom Hanks’ generosity. Dan also recalls encount...
Guest: Dan Lauria
131
Aug. 10, 2025
Episode 131 – Frenchy Forever: Talking Everything Grease with Didi Conn – Part 1
In the first half of this special two-part conversation, Tony Miros chats with the incomparable Didi Conn—forever beloved as “Frenchy” from the classic movie musical Grease. Didi spills delightful behind-the-scenes stories about her co-stars (including the honorary “papi” who looks out for all the Greasers), the making of her book Frenchy’s Grease Scrapbook, and how the cast’s stage experience shaped the film’s magic. She even shares the origin of the iconic “Brusha Brusha Brusha” moment. ...
Guest: Didi Conn
125
June 29, 2025
Episode 125 – Reminiscing with '60s “It” Girl Turned Glam Queen Leigh Taylor-Young – Part 1
In this captivating first installment of a two-part conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with the legendary Leigh Taylor-Young to trace her journey from Midwestern roots to international film and TV fame. Leigh shares how growing up in a home without a television shaped her imagination—until age 13, when she finally saw her first classic films and fell in love with the screen. Originally an economics major at Northwestern, one acting class changed everything, and soon she was immersed in clas...
Guest: Leigh Taylor-Young
120
May 18, 2025
Episode 120 - Hollywood, Broadway, and Beyond: A Deep Dive with Lorna Luft
In Part Two of her illuminating conversation with Hollywood Obsessed host Tony Miros, the fabulous Lorna Luft returns with more unforgettable stories from her life on stage and screen. Best known for her roles in “Grease 2” and “Where the Boys Are”, Lorna shares how her iconic Pink Lady jacket was taken by the studio after filming—but eventually found its way back to her. She reflects on playing Paulette, a high schooler who idolized Marilyn Monroe, and recalls a real-life childhood encounter wi...
Guest: Lorna Luft
114
April 6, 2025
Episode 114 - The Fascinating Life & Career Of Film Producer Katherine Haber - Part 2
In Part 2 of Tony Miros’ riveting conversation with film producer Katherine Haber on Hollywood Obsessed, the stories get even wilder! Katherine pulls back the curtain on the chaos & brilliance of working with Sam Peckinpah in Mexico on “Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia”, then shifts gears to her intense experiences with director Michael Cimino on “The Deer Hunter” & “The Sicilian”—calling the latter a “total misery.” She also dives deep into the making of the sci-fi masterpiece “B...
Guest: Katherine Haber
113
April 6, 2025
Episode 113 - The Fascinating Life & Career Of Film Producer Katherine Haber - Part 1
In the latest episode of Hollywood Obsessed, host Tony Miros sits down with film producer Katherine Haber, one of the talented people behind the sci-fi masterpiece “Blade Runner” and a key collaborator on Sam Peckinpah classics like “Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid”, “The Getaway”, “Cross of Iron”, and “Convoy”. Now in her 80s, Katherine shares her extraordinary life story—growing up in post-WWII London as the daughter of Holocaust survivors and how tragedy steered her from following a caree...
Guest: Katherine Haber
56
Feb. 26, 2024
Episode 56 – Center Stage With Legendary "West Side Story" Star & Oscar Winner George Chakiris - Part 2
During the second part of Tony’s fascinating conversation with actor, dancer, singer and author George Chakiris, they discuss his move from Hollywood to New York to find work on Broadway, how he was cast in the role of Riff, leader of the Jets, after auditioning for Jerome Robbins for the London production of “West Side Story”– which he worked on for two years before winning the role of Bernardo for the film version directed by Robert Wise, his memories of filming the multi-award winning movie c...
Guest: George Chakiris
55
Feb. 26, 2024
Episode 55 - Center Stage With Legendary "West Side Story" Star & Oscar Winner George Chakiris - Part 1
On this episode of Hollywood Obsessed, host Tony Miros speaks with legendary actor, dancer, singer, and author GEORGE CHAKIRIS who is best known for winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for playing the role of Bernardo in the 1961 film version of WEST SIDE STORY! During their fascinating two-part conversation George tells host Tony Miros about writing his memoir “My West Side Story” with co-author Lindsay Harrison, making his film debut at the age of 15 in the chorus of the MGM fi...
Guest: George Chakiris