Memoir Episodes

In Part Two of Tony Miros’ fascinating conversation with trailblazing director, producer, and writer Susan Seidelman, the story behind “Desperately Seeking Susan” takes center stage. Susan reveals how Madonna first entered her orbit as an unknown downtown artist—and how, during filming, she transformed into an international superstar almost overnight. From a casual screen test on the streets of New York to the sudden frenzy surrounding the production just weeks later, Susan shares surprising beh...

Trailblazing director, producer, & writer Susan Seidelman, best known for directing Madonna in her breakout role in “Desperately Seeking Susan,” joins Tony Miros for a lively conversation celebrating the film’s 40th anniversary. They revisit the slightly magical New York City that helped shape the movie’s unforgettable vibe & recall the surreal experience of watching an unknown young singer suddenly become a global superstar almost overnight. From the iconic music to the unexpected twists behind...

Part Two of Tony Miros’ unforgettable conversation with Emmy Award–winning actor Gary Frank begins with the unforgettable night he won his Emmy for “Family.” He also shares stories of working with extraordinary talents like Elizabeth Ashley and Hollywood legend Henry Fonda, who guest-starred on “Family” in an episode directed by legendary actress Joanne Woodward. Gary reflects on the deep bonds he formed with his co-stars, including James Broderick, and shares touching memories of the show’s cre...

In Part One of this fascinating two-part conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with actress, writer, and trailblazing entertainer Denise Nicholas, best known for her iconic roles on the groundbreaking comedy-drama “Room 222” and the acclaimed series “In the Heat of the Night.” Denise opens up about her powerful new memoir, “Finding Home,” and why writing about her own life proved far more challenging than writing her celebrated novel, “Freshwater Road.” Denise reflects on growing up in D...

In Part Two of this wildly entertaining conversation, host Tony Miros continues his deep dive with legendary casting director Joel Thurm, pulling back the curtain on the chaos, creativity, and pure magic behind some of Hollywood’s most iconic projects. From producing The Boy in the Plastic Bubble under impossible time constraints to stepping in behind the scenes on Grease—without ever getting official credit—Joel shares jaw-dropping stories that prove how much really happens off camera. The h...

In Part One of this must-listen, two-part conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with legendary casting director Joel Thurm to explore his extraordinary Hollywood journey & the stories behind his new memoir, Sex, Drugs & Pilot Season: Confessions of a Casting Director. From humble beginnings to shaping TV and film history, Joel shares how a kid who grew up on his grandfather’s dairy farm in Brooklyn—with cows and a love for The Wizard of Oz and Some Like It Hot—found his way into the heart of s...

In the sparkling conclusion of their two-part conversation, host Tony Miros and 90-year-old Hollywood legend Ruta Lee dive deeper into her remarkable career and her most unforgettable television moments. Ruta revisits her iconic “Twilight Zone” episode “A Short Drink From a Certain Fountain,” sharing memories of co-star Patrick O’Neal, her joy in playing such a wicked character, and her warm admiration for Rod Serling. She also reflects on her time on “The Lucy Show”—how she and Lucille Ball bec...

In Part 1 of this energetic two-episode conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with the dazzling Ruta Lee—actress, dancer, Hollywood legend, and author of the delightfully titled memoir “Consider Your Ass Kissed!” Ruta dives into her decades-long career, from her breakout in the MGM classic “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” to her days co-hosting “High Rollers” with her dear friend Alex Trebek. She shares favorite behind-the-scenes stories from her memoir, reflecting on Trebek’s wicked humor, p...

In the thrilling conclusion of this two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his deep dive into the extraordinary life and career of Eric Roberts, one of Hollywood’s most enduring and versatile actors. Eric candidly opens up about his journey to sobriety—how one fateful night at a wrap party in New York introduced him to cocaine, sparking years of struggle that he ultimately overcame through the unwavering love and support of his wife. Today, he credits that love as the greatest force in...

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...

In the latest episode of “Hollywood Obsessed,” host Tony Miros interviews legendary actor Russ Tamblyn, who is best known for portraying Riff, the leader of the Jets gang in the classic 1961 Academy Award-winning musical “West Side Story.” During their fascinating conversation, Russ expresses his surprise that people still ask him about “West Side Story” all these decades later. He reveals that it took him 25 years to write his memoir, “Dancing on the Edge,” and describes the challenging p...

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...

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...