Get insider Sopranos and showbiz scoop with actor Drea De Matteo and long time friend Chris Kushner as they explore real stories from Sopranos episodes with special guests about how they made it big, fell on tough times, got busted, and readjusted. Listen to candid conversations about life on the set, love behind the scenes, laughter, and hardships. More than just a re-watch-along-show, these Gangster Goddesses take you down the path of the strong, resilient, free-thinking gangster mentality ...
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“On Tour” takes you backstage and behind the scenes with musicians and production teams who have spent most of their lives traveling the world on some of the biggest tours in history. Host Brian Ray, lifelong musician and guitarist for Paul McCartney, sits down with his friends as they share the stories most of them thought they’d never tell from their years on the road performing for millions."On Tour" is a production of Black Barrel Media and iHeartRadio. For more information about “On Tou ...
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The Aftershow — Brian’s take on: Spike Edney, Freddie Mercury and the Downside to Fame
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We cover a lot of topics in this last Aftershow of Season One — we revisit the premise for the show, the role of the Sideman vs Frontman, the massive success that Spike and others have had as Sidemen — and why Brian chose the path he did. We talk about why its okay to “fake it till you make it” in the music business and what you do when a vital ins…
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Spike Edney On Tour with Queen: Freddy Mercury, Paul Rogers and Adam Lambert
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Today we meet up Spike Edney, keyboardist for the band Queen for 37 years. We touch his early days with the BoomTown Rats and Duran Duran and we hit everything you want to know about Queen: Spike’s crazy audition, “or lack thereof”… the heyday with Freddy Mercury and what the band really did at After Parties, which will definitely surprise you. We …
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The Aftershow: Brian’s take on Matt Sorum, Scott Weiland and how Sex and Drugs defined Rock n Roll
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In previous Aftershows we dabbled in how sex, drugs and rock n roll all go hand and hand but in this episode we tackle it head on… From Matt’s coke running days, to the fairly hedonistic parties, to people going missing on tours, to the stories of those who survived addiction and to those who sadly did not, like Velvet Revolver and Stone Temple Pil…
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Matt Sorum On Tour with Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver and The Cult
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World famous drummer, Matt Sorum, defines “Rock n Roll Excess” and he has the wild stories to prove it. Matt takes us behind the scenes into what it was like touring with Guns N’ Roses during their heyday. We get into the surreal back to back world tours during their massive success of double album "Use Your Illusion", along with the parties, the e…
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The Aftershow — Brian’s Take on PRINCE at The Rollings Stones show, Rammstein and Lady Gaga
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This week we hear Brian’s thoughts on PRINCE getting booed off stage in Anaheim Stadium while opening for The Rolling Stones, a concert Brian was also opening for with Etta James. We talk about his untimely death and how his insane work ethic may have contributed and Mandi shares two personal stories about the great impact Prince’s talent and music…
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Leroy Bennett On Tour with PRINCE, Lady Gaga, Paul McCartney and Rammstein
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It's impossible to do a show about the biggest tours in the world without talking to the people who design them, who bring the entire experience to life. Leroy Bennet is the production and lighting designer for most of the biggest names in music. Spending 15yrs with PRINCE, he also become a close friend. Nothing is off limits in this interview — Ro…
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The Aftershow — Brian’s take on Eva Gardner, her Famous Father and Music Industry Advice
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This week we get into why Eva’s famous father and British Rocker, Kim Gardner may not have wanted to see her follow in his footsteps, Brian’s advice for kids passionate about the music industry on taking the opportunity vs finishing school and how important it is to read music. We get into how musicians have an uncanny ability to compartmentalize o…
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Eva Gardner On Tour with PINK, Cher and Gwen Stafani
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Though she is the daughter of British Rock Royalty bassist Kim Gardner, Eva Gardner was never encouraged to pursue a career in music. She paved her own way and has played along side some of the most badass women in music: Cher, Gwen Stafani and has currently been with PINK for over a decade. Eva shares why she turned down the opportunity to play wi…
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The Aftershow — Brian’s take on Davey Johnstone's Legacy, Elton John and the Her Majesty The Queen
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Producer Mandi Wimmer gets Brian’s take on Davey Johnstone's legacy to Rock n' Roll with the perfect union of Elton’s remarkable singing and piano playing and Dave’s masterful guitar riffs that lead to so many hits. They chat about how its possible for Elton to go from very shy to larger than life on stage and the importance “trust” plays in longev…
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Davey Johnstone On Tour with Elton John and John Lennon
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With one of the longest running “sideman” gigs in the industry, Davey Johnston shares his first meeting with a young, shy Elton John, how early trust propelled them into playing together for 50 years and what it was like watching the rise of a super star throughout that time. Davey takes us through it all, his early days playing the pubs in Scotlan…
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The Aftershow - Brian’s take on Toto, Naming Bands and his Paul McCartney Audition at the Super Bowl
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In this episode you’ll find out what the band Toto, the hit song “Rosanna,” and a hot tub all have in common, what bands really go through to come up with the perfect name, the story behind Brian’s so called “little” audition at the Super Bowl for living legend, Paul McCartney’s, band and the breaking points that lead both he and Steve Lukather to …
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Steve Lukather On Tour with Toto and Ringo Starr
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Brian sits down with long time friend, Steve Lukather, founding member of Toto and 5 time Grammy Award winner as they rehash their early days playing together and the paths their lives have taken since. They cover it all — how the name “Toto” came to be, Steve’s session work on some huge hits many may not know he was involved in as well as his touc…
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The Aftershow — Brian’s take on Chuck Leavell, Dr. John, The Allman Brothers and his Tina Turner Audition
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In this episode we chat about some crazy Dr. John moments from both Brian and Chuck Leavell, and the story behind the good luck charm Brian wears during every show. We get into The Allman Brothers and the tragic passing of Duane Allman and in contrast, we hear the full, and hysterical, version of the time Brian did not get the gig with Tina Turner,…
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Chuck Leavell on tour with The Rollings Stones, Eric Clapton and the Allman Brothers
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Just as he was contemplating if music was the right path, Chuck reveals how his 30 year gig with The Rolling Stones came in the nick of time, as well as the most embarrassing moment of his career while on tour with Eric Clapton. Chuck takes us back to how he got his start with The Allman Brothers, how Dr. John’s voodoo magic may have brought him ye…
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The Aftershow — Brian’s take on Orianthi, Michael Jackson, Alice Cooper tour stories
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On "The Aftershow", producer Mandi Wimmer, dives deeper into Brian Ray’s interview with Orianthi to get his take on Orianthi’s experiences with Michael Jackson, Alice Cooper and being bullied for her dream to be a musician. Brian shares how the Miami Dolphins are responsible for how he and Orianthi first met and how this podcast, "On Tour with Bria…
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Orianthi on tour with Michael Jackson and Alice Cooper
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Brian Ray sits down with Orianthi Panagaris as they go deep into her final days rehearsing with Michael Jackson just before he passed, her time backstage and on stage at the Grammys with Carrie Underwood, her crazy encounters with possessed elevators, swords, and boa constrictors while touring with Alice Cooper and that time a rabbit almost stood i…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: The Sopranos production family~ Happy Hour Holiday Episode
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Have a drink with us while The Sopranos crew divulges hysterical stories about their time spent on set with the cast, in the makeup chair, at the Emmys ....and more!! You're in for some heartwarming stories that you won't wanna miss! ...AND 4 GGB HOLIDAY MERCH CLICK LINK~ https://teespring.com/stores/the-ggb-store Thank you to our AMAZiNG sponsors:…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: Soprano's "Janice" aka Aida Turturro Interview
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Chris called in sick, so Dr Dre to the rescue...interviewing her longtime friend and cast mate, the mega talented Aida Turturro. Take a ride with Drea and Aida as they go for a stroll down memory lane, Soprano's style!By aida Turturro, chris kushner, Drea dematteo
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: Sopranos "Full Leather Jacket"
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Chris & Drea tear apart The Sopranos "Full Leather Jacket" episode! They discuss David Chase vs. Stanley Kubrick, what it was like kissing Christopher Moltisanti, plus they share juicy stories about Drea's traumatizing experience dining out again and the time Chris faced her phobia at a strip bar!By Gangster Goddess Broad-cast
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: Sopranos director Allen Coulter interview
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Acclaimed Sopranos director Allen Coulter joins Drea and Chris to reveal what it was like butting heads on set with James Gandolfini, his embarrassing Freudian slip, being hungover at his first big directing opportunity, why David Chase was forced to apologize to him, and stories about naked actors with breadsticks up the ass. It's a behind-the-sce…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: "D-Girl" w/ guest Alicia Witt
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Drea and Chris get a surprise visit during their D-Girl recap from D-Girl herself, Alicia Witt! She talks about her character's sex scenes with Christopher, acting with the legendary Al Pacino, getting wasted for the first time at Michael's bar, and she gives us a special piano performance. Drinks will be drunk, secrets will be revealed, and tears …
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: The Sopranos "The Happy Wanderer" Rehash
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Uncle Drea & Auntie Chris are tawkin' balls, and we don't mean ⚽. Tune in for this week's revisit, rehash and relate of The Sopranos "The Happy Wanderer" episode A Special Thanks to Our Sponsor: UPRISING FOOD https://www.uprisingfood.com/ - use code gangster for free shipping! Download & Stream: https://link.chtbl.com/gangstergoddess Let's get soci…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-Cast: The Lorraine Bracco /Dr. Melfi Interview Part 2
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Lorraine Bracco / Dr. Melfi is back for Part 2 with Drea and Chris! They chat about begging David Chase to play Melfi's husband, getting harassed by Bill Murray's turkeys, and how buying a one euro house in Italy resulted in Lorraine's new HGTV show. These ladies cover it all, from being silly to a deep dive expressing concern about our future. You…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-Cast: "The Lorraine Bracco / Dr. Melfi Interview Part 1"
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Lorraine Bracco, aka Dr. Melfi is on the (virtual) couch today with Drea and Chris! She spills her stories of getting pranked on set by James Gandolfini, playing footsies with Ray Liotta, being the proud mother of the next Dr. House, and finding purpose beyond acting. SUBSCRIBE NOW! + Turn on POST NOTIFICATION to see EVERY episode! A Special Thanks…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-Cast: The Sopranos "Big Girls Don’t Cry" Rehash
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Drea n Chris act as immature as the characters in this episode but dive deep into each scene and pull back all the layers. Join Drea n Chris to find out why everyone is giving up, or giving in on Big Girls Don’t Cry. Tantrum City!!! Melfi’s crying in therapy and telling her therapist to fuck off. Tony is breaking phones, beating up Russians and bul…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: "Commendatori" Sopranos Rewatch & Relate
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Drea & Chris discuss Adriana being a rat, shooting in Italy, relationships, and David Chase in all the details! Join them as they comb through each scene of The Sopranos "Commendatori" episode! SUBSCRIBE NOW *EMAIL UR Q's to Drea & Chris: [email protected] Show some love to our awesome sponsor PROOF ~ shopproof.com enter gangstergo…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast "The Sopranos' Annalisa Zucco (Sofia Milos) Interview"
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The Sopranos' own Annalisa Zucco (Sofia Milos) dishes the big secret re: her sex scene with Tony Soprano, how David Chase was remarkably ahead of his time, going toe to toe with the one and only Tony Soprano, and women in the mafia....these broads cover a lot of ground! SUBSCRIBE NOW!! Download & Stream: https://link.chtbl.com/gangstergoddess Let's…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: "The Drunk-isode"
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Grab a cocktail, join Drea & Chris for a special episode of The GGB where drinks are flowing as freely as the words comin’ outta the girls’ mouths. From Chris's battle with cancer, to why they switched from the Made Women podcast to The GGB, how these two broads met, to the ins-and-outs of their relationship, to cancer to Tony Soprano – don’t miss …
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: "Toodle-Fucking-Oo' w/ David Proval
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Don’t miss David Proval (otherwise known as the one and only Richie Aprile) as he reminisces with Drea and Chris about the time he thought he offended Drea on an elevator, what it was like auditioning for The Sopranos, and a crazy Martin Scorsese story! Then, join the girls as they re-hash Season 2 EP 3 “Toodle-FN-oo” and all of its drama including…
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Gangster Goddess Broad-cast: “Do Not Resuscitate”
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Tune in to hear all about the eight-foot monster Chris found in her backyard! Hear who Drea wants to marry and what she wants to eat in a brand new hilarious segment, as these broads go through every detail of The Sopranos Season 2 EP 2 “Do Not Resuscitate” including Junior’s release from prison, the resurfacing of Tony’s panic attacks, and so much…
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Sex, Betrayal, Sopranos - "Guy Walks into a Psychiatrist Office"
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Drea and Chris dive right into The Sopranos Season 2, Episode 1! This is their first rewatch since Made Women and it doesn't disappoint! Tune in to hear Drea uncover the meaning behind Janice's name, Parvati, where Chris used to "get hammered on wine coolers", and so much more! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE + turn on POST NOTIFICATION to see EVERY episode…
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Real-life mafia captain, Michael Franzese, is back for Part 2 with Drea & Chris on Gangster Goddess Broad-cast talking all things mafia and The Sopranos!! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE + turn on POST NOTIFICATION to catch EVERY episode! Want even more Gangster Goddess?! Join us over at Patreon to see bonus segments and behind the scenes content - https://…
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Real-life mafia captain, Michael Franzese, joins Drea & Chris for the first-ever episode of Gangster Goddess Broad-cast to share his experiences with the mob and discuss all things Sopranos! Make sure to SUBSCRIBE + turn on POST NOTIFICATION to catch EVERY episode! Want even more Gangster Goddess?! Join us over at Patreon to see bonus segments and …
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Get insider Sopranos and showbiz scoop with actor Drea De Matteo and long time friend Chris Kushner as they explore real stories from Sopranos episodes with special guests about how they made it big, fell on tough times, got busted, and readjusted. Listen to candid conversations about life on the set, love behind the scenes, laughter, and hardships…
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