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A Very Special Fanacek: An Interview with Jenna Terranova-Frisby

Jenna Terranova-Frisby is passionate about actor William Windom.  And now I am too.  Mr. Windom's career spanned over 60 years.  He did Broadway, Off-Broadway, One Man Shows, Summer Stock, Film, and Television.  He is likely most known for The Farmer's Daughter, My World and Welcome To It, and Murder She Wrote.  His autobiography, "Journeyman Actor" can be found on Amazon, and a documentary is currently in the works.
Check out Jenna's website www.williamwondom.com to learn more.
It will not be unmeaningless!

S2 E7 Foul Play & Uncle Buck

Yes, folks.  Two for the price of one.  First, I explore the 1981 short lived TV version of Foul Play, based on the 1978 Chevy Chase and Goldie Hawn almost classic.  Then, I will play dueling Uncle Bucks by comparing the 1990 version to the 2016 version, both of whom fall short of the original 1989 John Candy masterpiece.  And, as if that weren't enough, I'll explore 70s revenge flicks, meeting Valerie Harper and her TV son, not meeting Martin Kove, and my severe dislike of The Rocky Horror Picture Show.  You're welcome.

The Fanacek Holiday Special

'Tis the season for Fanacek to ramble on about one of his favorite holiday movies, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation and it wouldn't be Fanacek without stopping along the way to discuss such topics as the history of TV's TGIF in the 90s, meeting Rhoda and Corey Feldman, the lazy grandpa from Willy Wonka possibly committing social security fraud, and Courtney Cox's Alabama roots.  Also, Chevy Chase is a dick.  Just sayin'.  Happy Holidays!

S2 E6 The Outsiders

I loved this movie, I loved this book, and I loved this show.  Goodbye TV version of the Outsiders.  We hardly knew ye.  In this action packed "Solocek" episode, we discuss the gone too soon 1990 TV Show "The Outsiders".  But be warned, things get spicy as I also discuss young versions of Jennifer Love Hewitt, Nicole Eggert, Justine Bateman, Alyssa Milano, Drew Barrymore, and Jaime Pressly.  I also wax poetic about my love of "Roseanne", my dislike of David Arquette, and Rosie O'Donnell's killer monologue in "Beautiful Girls".  I also educate you on the significance of promotional VHS copies at mom & pop video stores, and the saga of the Long Island Lolita, Amy Fisher.

A Very Special Fanacek: An Interview with Ron Defore

This is a very special episode of the show.  I was so honored to have the opportunity to speak with Ron Defore, author of the book "Growing Up in Disneyland".  Ron is the son of Hollywood royalty.  His father, Don Defore, is a star of broadway, film and television.  He is most recognized for his roles in The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, Hazel, and It Happened On 5th Avenue.  He worked with such legends as Bette Davis, Henry Fonda, Spencer Tracy, John Wayne, and Charleton Heston.  He was friends with Walt Disney and owned a restaurant in Disneyland, "Don Defore's Silver Banjo Barbecue.  
Need I say more?
Ron was gracious enough to take time discussing the book and his father's career.  To learn more, check out www..growingupindisneyland.com or www.defore.net
Enjoy!
 

S2 E5 Delta House

In 1978, the Lord gave us National Lampoon's Animal House.  Not to be outdone, in 1979 Satan smited us with ABC's TV version, Delta House.  I had to take a closer look at this show.  I also take a few detours and talk about sharing a toilet with Meatloaf, Bob Saget's acts of kindness, silent rage and silent farts, making out with Valerie Bertinelli, and seeing Laurie Metcalf at a bookstore.  I may or may not sing some Twisted Sister.  Bon Appetit. 

S2 E4 Serpico & Paper Moon (The TV Shows)

This a special episode featuring Solocek.  Yes folks, this is my first episode without a guest and why not?  I do most of the yapping anyway.  I wanted to squeeze in two mini episodes before Thanksgiving, so this is my gift to you: Two classic 1973 films that were turned into disastrous TV Shows. Along the way, we'll also mention Angela Lansbury's heart of gold, the Thighmaster, IMDB recommending some pretty weird stuff, that A-Hole Scott Baio, Ran O'Neal's sexual conquests, Daryl Zanuck's secret screening room, Jay Leno and his buddy Freddie Prinze Jr, Sergio Corbucci, ripping off Robert Downey Jr's comedic timing, and The Runaways.  Oh, and I do a George Takei impression.  You're welcome.

S2 E3 Fast Times (The TV Show)

Aloha, listeners.  Fanacek is back and taking a cold, hard look at the ill fated TV version of the 1982 classic, "Fast Times at Ridgemont High".  Whilst on this journey, we will also touch on ABC Afterschool Specials, Charlie Sheen maybe abusing Corey Haim, shaking hands with Richard Lewis, BibleMan, Wilford Brimley's ability to always look 90 yrs old, my run in with Dan Castellaneta, Patrick Dempsey pleasing MILFs, and the prison saga of Amy Locane.  So, get comfy, grab some pizza, learn abut Cuba, and have a little feast on our time.

S2 E2 Dirty Dancing (The TV Show)

Baby Houseman.  Baby Kellerman.  Two Babies enter, only one will be left standing.  Yes, folks, Dirty Dancing became a short lived 1988 TV Show.  And, of course, I had to do a typical Fanacek deep dive.  Along the way, we'll explore my family's decision to purchase  BetaMax over VHS, the nudity in Friday the 13 Part 4, Tim Robbins and duck sex, actors in blackface, M.A.S.H. and its relationship with Cher, and Lambada...the forbidden dance.  It's a doozy.

S2 E1: Ferris Bueller (The TV Show)

Picture this: Los Angeles.  1990.  A group of NBC execs think they can recapture the charm and vibe of Ferris Bueller's Day Off in a 30 minute sitcom format.  Without Broderick, without the rest of the cast, and without John Hughes.  I would give them an F, but Ferris would change the grade anyway.  Check out the episode.