WELCOME TO THE SHOW
My name is Steve Owens and I meet a lot of people; sometime in my travels, sometimes in my own home town. Several times (quite by accident), I have stumbled into what I consider to be fascinating stories. So after way too many got away, I decided to start recording them. Some of these conversations will be fascinating ONLY to me. Some will be fascinating to you too. In the end, I guess this podcast is just an excuse for me to get to travel, meet, and talk to more people. So if you are so inclined…
Walk with me, down Fascination Street!
Recent Episodes
Joe From Thinking Sideways Podcast
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Alright folks. I have already released an episode with 1 of the 3 hosts of the world famous and insanely popular true crime podcast THINKING SIDEWAYS! This is my interview with the SECOND of the three. This time I get to chat with Joe from Thinking Sideways. In this interview Joe explains what the hell Dragon Boat racing is, how the three hosts met and why they decided to do a show together. Plus we talk about a few movies that Joe thinks could benefit from some additional editing, and Joe tells us about some new podcast topics he is considering for a possible new show.
Follow Joe on social media:
Twit: @DangerProbe
Insta: @DangerProbe
Twit: @ThinkinSideways
Insta: @ThinkingSidewaysPodcast
Check out Thinking Sideways Podcast on Apple or wherever!
Dr. Drew Pinsky (Loveline / Teen Mom)
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Join me this week as I talk to board certified physician and addiction medical specialist Dr. Drew Pinsky. In this episode we chat about why he got into medicine and why he chose to focus on addiction. We also talk about the current homeless epidemic and Dr. Drew’s assertion and prediction that a serious disease outbreak is imminent. We discuss the state of psychiatric hospitals in America in 2018, as well as how important prostate check ups are.
For more information on Prostate cancer got to www.PCF.org
Check out Dr. Drew on his podcasts:
This Life, Weekly Infusion, The Adam and Drew Show,
Dr. Drew Podcast, and Swole Patrole.
Also catch Dr. Drew on “Midday Live” weekdays at noon on 790 KABC in LA.
DrDrew.com
Dr. Drew on Social Media:
Twit: @DrDrew
Insta: @DrDrewPinsky
FB: Dr. Drew
Ashley Arpel Greenwald – Actress / Baker
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In this episode I chat with actress, baker, and caterer Ashley Arpel Greenwald. We chat about why she got into acting, some of her first roles (including Kevin Smith’s Cop Out), as well as getting to work with some of the greats: Bruce Willis, Russell Brand, Helen Mirin, and Nick Cage! We also chat about her recent films Destined To Ride and working with Joey Lawrence. Of course we talk about her baking and catering company, she teases a possible new show focusing on baking, and we find out what the cool kids are doing with OREOS!
Follow Ashley on social media:
Insta: @Ashley.Arpel.Greenwald
Insta: @ThatsAshleysKitchen
Website: ThatsAshleysKitchen.com
Jesse Vest – Musician (Days Of The New / Tantric)
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This episode is my conversation with Jesse Vest. Jesse is the founding bass player for the 90’s rock band Days Of The New and ALSO the founding bass player for the 2000’s rock band Tantric! This was a fun conversation with an actual rock star. In this episode we talk about what drew him to music, his time with Days Of The New and Tantric, as well as his past and present relationship with one time best friend Travis Meeks. We also talk about his podcast: CrasherCast, and his current band The Louisville Crashers. Also Jesse lets me play one of their songs!
Jesse’s social media:
Twit: @CrasherCast
Insta: @TheCrasherCast
Grab a copy of Jesse’s ICONIC work:
Days Of The New debut album: https://amzn.to/2CmKyZI
Tantric debut album: https://amzn.to/2CQffaO
Check out Jesse’s current band: TheLouisvilleCrashers.com
Check out Jesse’s podcast CrasherCast on iTunes or wherever.
Steve From Thinking Sideways Podcast
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Ok guys and gals! I managed to track down one of the three hosts of the world famous and insanely popular true crime podcast THINKING SIDEWAYS! This is my interview with Steve from Thinking Sideways. In this interview we chat about the many similarities between him and I, as well as what got him into podcasting. We also talk about how the three hosts met and why they decided to do a show together. Of course we talk about why they decided to end the show after 5 years and what the immediate future looks like for Steve.
Follow Steve on social media:
Twit: @HowSteveSees
Insta: @HowSteveSeesTheWorld
Twit: @ThinkinSideways
Insta: @ThinkingSidewaysPodcast
Check out Thinking Sideways Podcast on Apple or wherever!
Jennifer Irwin – Author (A Dress the Color Of The Sky)
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This episode is my conversation with author Jennifer Irwin. In this episode we talk about why boarding school is a great idea, why fathers should stick around and help raise their kids, what got her into writing, and her new VERY popular book: A DRESS THE COLOR OF THE SKY. There is a give away in this episode so pay attention! #ADressTheColorOfTheSky
Follow Jennifer on Social Media:
Twitter: @JenIrwinAuthor
Insta: @JenIrwinAuthor
FB: Jennifer Irwin (Novelist)
Jennifer’s website: JenniferIrwinAuthor.com
Chef Steven McHugh – Food Network Chef
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In this episode I sit down with acclaimed San Antonio Chef Steven McHugh. In this episode we talk about why he became a chef, how a trip to New Orleans changed the path of his career, his time working for the great John Besh, as well as his battle with cancer, his experience on Beat Bobby Flay, and his wildly popular Cured Restaurant at The Pearl Brewery in SATX.
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Follow Chef McHugh:
Twit: @ChefStevenMcHugh
Insta: @ChefStevenMcHugh
Also: @CuredAtPearl on Twitter and Instagram
Jennifer Ellis – Travelers Fan / Weight Loss Wonder
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This episode is my interview with Travelers tv show super fan Jennifer Ellis. I ran across Jennifer on social media due to a video she put up for a ‘What Travelers Means To Me’ project associated with the show’s fan page on Twitter. In this episode we talk about how she found the tv show Travelers, why she likes it so much, and how she used her love of this show as fuel in her journey to one of the most amazing transformations l have ever seen.
Follow Jennifer:
Twit: @Jenniflower8
Insta: @Jenniflower8
Link to Jennifer’s AMAZING video:
Travelers fan page on Twit: @Fan_Travelers
Gerald Weaver – Author (Gospel Prism)
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This episode is my chat with author, former youngest chief of staff in congress, and dealer of antiquities; Gerald Weaver. In this episode we talk about working for congress, getting caught up in some nefarious dealings, going to federal prison, and his two novels: Gospel Prism & The First First Gentleman. We also talk about being a lawyer and lobbyist, as well as what it’s like to be a Sicilian in prison. Enjoy guys, this is a VERY interesting episode!
Follow Gerald on social media:
Twit: @Gerald_Weaver_
Insta: @Gerald.Weaver
Buy his books:
Gospel Prism: https://amzn.to/2oj3O1X
The First First Gentleman: https://amzn.to/2PiuQ4T
Ali Agirnas – Actor (Godless)
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In this episode we take a walk down Fascination Street and get to know actor Ali Agirnas. You have seen Ali in The Brave, Longmire, and Godless; now find out why he came to America, why he fit on so well with Santa Fe, NM culture, and why he got into acting. Reach out to him on Social media and tell him how much you liked his story!
Follow Ali on Social Media:
Twit:@AArgirnas
Insta: @AliAgirnas
FB: Ali Agirnas