Old friend Monkee Mickey Dolenz (left) and Hollywood producer Jeffrey Sherman celebrate the release. … [+]
A new weekly hour-long podcast series, MOVIES WITH…, debuted last month, with the first episode featuring Mickey Dolenz, the last surviving member of the Monkees. Produced by NJR Media Group, the show features three film industry veterans, screenwriter and producer Jeffrey Sherman, former Lucasfilm executive Norma Garcia, and technical expert Rich Reed, who present a different entertainment show every Monday. Talk to celebrities.
The first episode (March 11) was especially fascinating because Sherman and Dolenz have been friends for 30 years.
The upcoming “MOVIES WITH…” podcast will feature actor Rob Morrow (“Northern Exposure”) as well as Hollywood industry figures including Terry Nunn, Don Hahn and Nancy Allen. All episodes are available on his Apple, Spotify, and Amazon podcast platforms.
If you're a classic rocker, you definitely know the Monkees. In the 1960s, they were the stars of NBC's hit television comedy series about four musicians, Peter Tork, Michael Nesmith, Davy Jones, and Dolenz, who live in a Malibu beach house and try to make it like the Beatles. Ta.
Los Angeles – August 1967: Davy Jones, Mickey Dolenz, Peter Tork and Mike Nesmith on set … [+]
The series was an unexpected hit, the actor-musician went on tour, audiences were filled with screaming girls, and Jimi Hendrix was the opening act. The Monkees sold tens of millions of records with hits like “Daydream Believer,” “Last Train to Clarksville,” and “I'm a Believer.” (It wasn't Smash Mouth from the 2005 movie “Shrek”) – it was the Monkees).
This spooky television show, which aired in prime time for just two years (1966-1968), is still airing on YouTube and cable networks 70 years later, and its hit songs are still being played on the radio. Sadly, three members of the Monkees have passed away, leaving Dolenz, 77, as the last remaining member.
To get a feel for the types of questions we get asked on MOVIES WITH…, we asked Dolenz and Sherman five questions of our own. Mr. Dolenz by phone and Mr. Sherman by email, each answered the same questions separately. Below are edited excerpts from the answers.
(Left to right): Peter Tork, Davy Jones, Jeff Sherman, Mickey Dolenz.
Jim Crash: How Monkees They end up doing a crossover episode with a 1990s TV show. “Boy Meets World?” Please also share your happy memories from the collaboration.
Jeffrey Sherman: I previously had guest appearances on Boy Meets World, first by Mickey and then by Peter Tork. We thought it would be cool to have the Monkees back on the show to perform during Sweeps Week. When I told Mickey about it, he smiled and said, “Good luck.'' It was the first time in over 10 years that all four Monkees were together.
With Mickey's help, they managed to catch Peter and Davey. [Jones] Sign on.microphone [Nesmith] Although I withdrew, I actually showed up to Tape Night, received a platinum record, and took a photo with 3 other people! The four talked backstage, which led to a brief reunion tour in 1997. The very BOW episode “Rave On!” was one of the highest rated of our show's seven seasons. I was in the recording studio and got to watch Mickey, Davey and Peter create the vocals and music tracks. oh. they were great!
Mickey Dolenz: “Boy Meets World” was a huge show at the time.And right within us [The Monkees] Demographics. And of course, I had a long relationship with Jeff. I was actually supposed to direct an episode of that show, but I ended up directing it. Peter, David and I were already on tour at the time and Mike wasn't there. So it seemed like a good idea to do a show. Management got everyone together and discussed it with the other two as well. Speaking of nostalgic memories, they are from a long time ago. [laughs]. Hmm, let me think about it. You can say: “They say they had a good time.” How about that?
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Crush: Tell us something that no one knows about you.
Dolenz: By this time – I was 79 years old, [show] Business since age 10 – not so much [laughs]. Almost everything in my life is recorded. What most people don't know is that my interests are in science, especially physics, and quantum physics and relativity. It's not something I market or do a podcast on, but it's a big hobby. I became interested in it in his 9th grade through the influence of a great teacher, Mr. Mack. I also like camping, fishing, and trekking in the wilderness, which many people know about.
Sherman: I inherited the tradition of my father, uncle, and grandfather who were composers and songwriters all their lives. It's my true, deep, secret passion. I've been quietly releasing his five albums of original songs, always sneaking songs here and there into my TV and film work. There will be a symphonic concert later this year that will perform some of my favorite songs. I didn't even tell Mickey.
Clash: What is the difference between acting and singing?
Sherman: I don't act and you really don't want to hear me sing [laughs]. I’ll leave that question to Mickey!
Dolenz: That's pretty self-explanatory. Consider a sport, for example baseball. For left fielders, what is the difference between catching and hitting the ball? Some players are better at one, and some are better at the other. But they do both. I do both singing and acting. Some performers are better at singing than acting, and vice versa. If you ask me which one I like better, I can't say for sure. What I'm trying to say is that whether I'm drawn to a project or not, be it acting, writing, singing the lyrics or the melody, it's the quality of that project. That's the main factor I use when deciding whether to do it or not.
Crush: What do you both like most about working together?
Sherman: The main connective tissue between Mickey and I is that we both come from show business families and see the business differently: as a business that we create.
Mickey's endless curiosity, wild imagination, and loving soul are exciting and inspiring to be around. We love creative sessions. We have an acronym born from our backgrounds, over 30 years of friendship, and a passion for creating exciting stories and characters. We both enjoy inspiring others, mentoring, and doing philanthropic work. That's what this podcast is all about.
Dolenz: I've worked with people who are incredibly talented but aren't very fun to be around, for example, when they're off-duty. And we come up with something great.Then there are those who are probably not that talented – like me. [laughs] – But it's fun to be with you. Jeff is both. He's fun to be around and incredibly talented.
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Clash: What do you enjoy most about doing the new “MOVIES WITH…” podcast?
Dolenz: I've done a lot of podcasts, but I don't do podcasts unless I have a really good reason. In fact, if you record an interview (what you and I are doing now) and post it on the internet, you can call it a podcast. I've only recorded one episode of his in the “MOVIES WITH…” series – there are other guests every week as well – but from my point of view the theme of the podcast is a very good one.
Sherman: The best thing for me is being able to share what I have been blessed with in life. A fascinating, multidimensional, and thought-provoking conversation with friends including Mickey, Terry Nunn, Rob Morrow, Don Hahn, and Nancy Allen. The stars and creators of Boy Meets World, key producers, executives, composers, screenwriters, directors, and the geniuses behind George Lucas's work.
It reunites the iconic cast and also interviews three of the four heroic police officers who testified before Congress on January 6th. Uncovering the relatable sides of these great icons – their passions and philanthropy, and discussing their tools and strategies for success – demystifies the entertainment industry and provides a sense of fulfillment in show business and any endeavor. and provide a path to happiness.
