Comes From Upbringing Podcast With Brad Gilmore

With the celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop continuing, the CW39 Spotlight is on Houston’s hip-hop culture that is so unique to the city.What started as a dissertation for his doctoral degree at Indiana University, Langston Collin Wilkins returned to the city where he grew up to illuminate the complex relationship between place, identity, and music in Houston’s hip-hop culture.What came out of it is a book called Welcome 2 Houston: Hip Hop Heritage in Hustle Town.Wilkins conducted interviews with local rap artists, producers, and managers to find out how artists, audiences, music, and place interact to create a heritage that musicians negotiate in a variety of ways.“I went back into Houston 10 years ago to do a deep study into Houston’s hip-hop scene,” Wilkins said. “Out of that, I have turned that dissertation into a book, so not only there’s an academic part, but I’m a big Houston hip-hop fan, and it’s a love for Houston and hip-hop in this book.”Street-based musicians, avant-garde underground r

The truth can no longer be contained by those duty-bound to hide it. Officials who interact with the public regarding the UFO question openly acknowledge that they know things that they can't reveal. In ACCIDENTAL TRUTH - UFO REVELATIONS, the reality of an advanced intelligence engaging with humanity becomes undeniably clear.

Houston-native author Reginald Gibbons, a national book award finalist whose Texas-set novel SWEETBITTER is forthcoming August 1. SWEETBITTER takes place in east Texas in 1910 during the time of white rule-not by law but by lynch mob. Amid the suffocating racism and fear, half-Choctaw, half-white Reuben Sweetbitter and Martha Clarke, a white woman, fall in love. This is an authentic, richly detailed novel with themes of sacrifice, fear, and the loss of one's identity, inspired by Gibbons' family -- whose paternal grandfather was half-Choktaw -- and his experiences growing up in protestant evangelical Texas.Brad Gilmore:How did Houston and Texas in particular shape you as an author?Reginald Gibbons:Well, it did a lot of shaping, I think because my father was a, was a salesman from his car. He sold small items to small, independent grocery stores. These don't even exist anymore. The chains killed all that, but I used to get to ride with him at work when I was a kid, for example. And we'd go out around outside

Jackie "The Joke Man" Martling may be America's last great joke teller. His savant-like ability to remember every joke he's heard since he was eight years old, coupled with his lightning-fast wit and infectious laugh, has established him as a comedy icon. Famous for being the head writer of the Howard Stern show for 18 years, even more infamous for leaving that position, Jackie's story is fascinating, funny, and heartwarming. And in an age of political correctness, he still helps us belly-laugh at ourselves, and the world around us, with a kindness and sincerity that defuses his unfiltered punch lines.In the feature documentary JOKE MAN we follow Jackie’s improbable journey - from fledgling days of comedy on Long Island, through his time as one of the “Beatles of Radio,” to his success as an author and actor. We hear from friends and fellow entertainers including Willie Nelson, Penn Jillette, Billy West, Artie Lang, Marc Cuban, Sean Young and former Stern show staffers who give us their take on what makes Jac

Prodigal Son was conceived by Kove and writer-producer Don Handfield — who co-writes the series. Handfield is the author of hit comic series The Dark Age, The Source and The Rift. He is also co-creator and EP of History Channel’s Knightfall, and producer of The Founder, staring Michael Keaton. Actor-writer Clay Adams penned the series alongside Handfield and is a voice talent behind animated series TMNT, Yu-Gi-Oh! and writer of Scout Comics’ Red X-Mas. Producer Chris LeMole (Mudbound, Peanut Butter Falcon) also shares story credit.Pre-launch Page Link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1546838856/prodigal-son-1Martin Kove was born on March 6, 1947 in Brooklyn, New York. Strong-featured, narrow-eyed actor who has portrayed a mixed bag of both good guys and bad guys. He first turned up on screen in several minor roles, and was noticed as the villainous Nero the Hero in the low-budget road race Death Race 2000 (1975), and then as Clem the sadistic rigger, breaking Jan-Michael Vincent's ribs in White Line Feve

Rudy is one of the fan-favorite co-stars of The Outer Banks, one of Netflix’s most popular shows. Although he’s currently shooting Season 4 of The Outer Banks in South Carolina, This is Rudy’s first starring role, he’s about to blow up with roles in upcoming movies like Chocolate Lizards (starring Thomas Haden Church, Carrie-Anne Moss and Bruce Dern.For many, high school is supposed to be defined by wild parties, backseat hook-ups and a devil-may-care attitude. But, when three friends at Our Lady of the Crusades, an all-boys high school, receive earth-shattering news about an upcoming merger with their rivals, they make a pact to have one last, epic weekend before their lives turn upside down. Along the way, however, they unknowingly make a dangerous enemy, "The Wrecking Crew", hell-bent on settling their vendetta at all costs. While dodging the authorities, love affairs and their sadistic archrivals, the choices they make over the weekend might end up changing their lives more than they ever could have ima

Ashley Imani, the former Houston, TX resident now turns social media superstar thanks to her viral videos that even got the attention of Usher is Back with a brand-new single called “Sipp’n” and we put Ashley Imani in the spotlight.Brad Gilmore:Why this record? “Sipp'n", why was this the record to put out and let people know, like kind of what is sipping, like what's the song about if you had to encapsulate it in a definition?Ashley Imani:Honestly, I'm just talking my trash on. I love the song, you know, by Three Six Mafia. So I was like, when I heard the beat, I heard that melody and then we kind of built from there. but I chose, I didn't even really choose this song alone. It was a collective decision. I actually had like listening sessions and everything and kind of had, I had people like kind of vote for their favorite song. And I have so many great songs that it was kind of like tug of war. Like some people like a different song, some people like this song, but I felt like this one is strong. It was stro

Mikey Day, "Is It Cake, Too?"

What really happens after investigators apprehend a suspect and bring them down to the station for questioning? “The Interrogation Room” Hosted by Vivica A. Fox is a brand-new original true-crime series hosted by actor, producer, director and author Vivica A. Fox (Kill Bill, Independence Day) has the answers. From true-crime programming leader FilmRise, a top film and television studio and the world’s largest independent provider of content to streaming channels, and Zig Zag Productions, one of the U.K.’s foremost independent television production companies, have joined up to present the gripping 10-episode show that takes an in-depth, inside look at the battle of wits between police and detainees in some of the most disturbing U.S. and U.K, criminal cases in recent years. “The Interrogation Room” Hosted by Vivica A. Fox will stream for free on major platforms including Amazon Freevee, Tubi, The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Samsung TV Plus and FilmRise’s own free streaming apps.“The Interrogation Room” Hosted by V

Ashleigh Warren and Kesun Lee, "MAX's Swiping America"

Morril is one of the fastest-rising stand-up comics in New York City and one of the best joke writers in the scene today. He was a regular on Comedy Central’s This Week at the Comedy Cellar, where he appeared on frequently when not touring cities across the nation. He was named one of Comedy Central’s Comics to Watch in 2011 and has performed multiple stand-up sets on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, The Late, Late Show with James Corden and Conan. He’s also had stints on Last Comic Standing, America’s Got Talent, @midnight with Chris Hardwick, and Inside Amy Schumer. Morril can be heard on the podcast We Might Be Drunk with co-host Mark Normand and seen on Netflix’s That’s My Time with David Letterman. His newest stand-up special, Sam Morril: Same Time Tomorrow,­ can also now be viewed on Netflix.​In late 2020, Sam self-released his stand-up special, Up On The Roof, in which he navigates performing live during COVID. In February of the same year, Morril released his 3rd stand-up special for Comedy Central

Ken Jennings was born on 23 May 1974 in Edmonds, Washington, USA. He is a producer and actor, known for Jeopardy! (1984), The Simpsons (1989) and Red Dead Redemption II (2018). He has been married to Mindy Boam Jennings since 16 September 2000. They have two children.

Fabiana Udenio was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and grew up in Italy, where at the age of thirteen, was crowned "Miss Teen Italy". That same year Fabiana made her theatre debut as "Miranda" in "The Tempest" directed by the legendary Giorgio Strehler. Miss Udenio first came to America to perform at the 1984 Los Angeles Summer Olympics Arts Festival, in that very famous edition of "The Tempest". Her film roles include playing the daughter of a World War II Resistance fighter costarring with Gregory Peck, Christopher Plummer and John Gielgud in the CBS miniseries The Scarlet and the Black (1983), the Italian foreign-exchange student Anna-Maria Mazzarelli in Summer School (1987) directed by Carl Reiner costarring Mark Harmon and Kirstie Alley, and the sunbather in the "Sunblock 5000" commercial within RoboCop 2 (1990). She portrayed "Alotta Fagina" in Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997) costarring with Mike Myers directed by Jay Roach. She starred as "Don Na" in The Godson (1998) with Dom DeLui

"Celebrate the Power of a Father's Legacy with Nate Burleson and Shinola Watches," brings together two iconic figures to honor the influential role fathers play in shaping our lives. Nate Burleson, former NFL player and charismatic television personality, has partnered with Shinola Watches, a renowned American luxury brand, to highlight the impact fathers have on their children's lives. With their shared values of craftsmanship, dedication, and family, Burleson and Shinola Watches aim to inspire a profound appreciation for fatherhood and celebrate the timeless legacy fathers leave behind.This Father's Day campaign features a series of digital content, including heartfelt stories, engaging videos, and captivating social media campaigns. Nate Burleson will share his personal experiences and memories, highlighting the invaluable life lessons passed down by his own father. By partnering with Shinola Watches, known for their elegant timepieces and commitment to American craftsmanship, this campaign merges style an

Anthony Ramos Martinez is an American actor and singer. After graduating in musical theatre from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy, he began working in stage musicals. In 2015, he originated the dual roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton in the Broadway musical Hamilton. Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, moves at a breakneck pace and features some of the most epic action scenes you'll ever see on the big screen. Ramos praised the production team for creating a film that pushed the boundaries of what was possible, especially in terms of special effects.

Patricia Helen Heaton is an American actress and comedian. She is best known for her work on sitcoms, having played Debra Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond as well as Frances "Frankie" Heck on The MiddleReturning to the Unites States, a wounded veteran develops a friendship with a headstrong fly fisherman and a talented photographer turned librarian.

KURT FULLER (Victor Kragston) Over his almost 40 year career, Kurt is proudest of his work as the grouchy and violent Mr. Brell (no first name) opposite Mr. Hulk Hogan in the actor/wrestler’s starrer NO HOLDS BARRED. Produced by Vince McMahon, the film has been criminally ignored on every list of “ Best Films” ever compiled. Surprisingly, Fuller’s performance was overlooked during 1989’s awards season. WHO’S READY TO RUMBLE? Amanda Detmer (Fox’s Empire), Kurt Fuller (CBS’s Evil), Dana Ashbrook (Showtime’s Twin Peaks), and Michael Hogan (Fox’s The Resident) star in this no holds barred look at the dirty underbelly of professional wrestling. James Roday Rodriguez (ABC’s A Million Little Things) joins with Legacy Theatre to produce Laurence Davis’ riveting drama, taking you from the corner office to the top turnbuckle, daring to ask “Who are the Masters of Puppets?” This is the story of how the fate of a billionaire marriage and a wrestling empire are all decided in one night. Everything is on the line for every

James Roday Rodriguez (Psych, A Million Little Things) is the producer of a new stage show called "Masters of Puppets" This is the story of how the fate of a billionaire marriage and a wrestling empire are all decided in one night. Everything is on the line for everyone inside and outside of the ring. It’s a winner take all battle that shows you what happens when money, love, and a real rough business fight it out on stage! Speaking on the play James says “I have been a pro wrestling fan my whole life. From its humble beginnings in traveling carnivals to the billion-dollar industry that fills arenas across the world, one thing has always been intrinsic to its machinations: storytelling. Masters of Puppets peels back the canvas and gives us a peek at the shoots behind the works, and it's absolutely electric. Ging Ging." “Master of Puppets” runs until June 11th at The Legacy Theatre in Branford, CT. Tickets and more information on the show can be found here.

Wayne Alphonso Brady is an American television personality, comedian, actor, and singer. He is a regular on the American version of the improvisational comedy television series Whose Line Is It Anyway?