The Bob Lefsetz Podcast

Actor, singer, producer Noa Tishby is the author of the must-read book "Israel: A Simple Guide to the Most Misunderstood Country on Earth." We start off talking about Israel and antisemitism, but we ultimately delve into Noa's upbringing in Israel, her move to Los Angeles and the events that made her decide to become an activist. Get the story straight from someone who has lived the experience and does not shy away from confrontation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singer-songwriter Willie Nile has never given up. He debuted on Arista with hoopla back in '80, however legal problems ultimately sidetracked him. But Willie has re-emerged with a vengeance, releasing ten albums between 2006 and 2021. A notoriously energetic and winning live performer, Nile is a natural raconteur who draws you in and makes you a friend. Listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shinedown has the most number one "Billboard" Mainstream Rock Songs (18) in the history of the chart (40 years), and Brent Smith is the band's lead singer. You might have no idea who he is, or have even heard Shinedown's music, but I guarantee you're going to find Brent and his story very interesting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mr. Ticketmaster.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Strickland is the Founder and Chairman of Bandit Lites. Since the advent of Covid he has been involved in getting government money in support of the touring industry. Furthermore, he is trying to get all facets of the entertainment industry aligned in the Entertainment Association, so they have a voice in Washington, D.C. and are prepared in case a catastrophe affecting entertainment occurs in the future. Listen to the story of how Michael penetrated the government to get monies released and how he formed and grew Bandit Lites.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"What Is Love?," "Things Can Only Get Better," "No One Is to Blame"...we explore Howard Jones's career from yesterday to today!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Of the Modern Lovers. Of the Talking Heads. We cover it all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spencer Proffer made his name producing records, most notably Quiet Riot's "Metal Health," which sold in excess of ten million copies, and now he's producing movies, most recently "The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's 'American Pie.'" Proffer is a hustler/entrepreneur/survivor with a long history in entertainment, tune in for the story of his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover Winona Judd's musical roots, resilience after tragedy, navigating relationships and boundaries, personal struggles in the music industry, fame challenges, financial success during the pandemic, and emotional reflections on authenticity in performance.

Come for the Chess Records stories, stay for the Rolling Stones stories!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.