Category: Voices From The Grave

Bob Goldsack Interview The James E. Strates Shows America’s Only Remaining Railroad Carnival

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Bob Goldsack  has put together an incredibly detailed and beautifully illustrated book on the history of The James E. Strates Shows. Filled with black and white photos and color photos, it is a fascinating story. So, we decided to talk to Bob Goldsack about his book – The James E. Strates Shows, America’s Only Remaining Railroad Carnival, A Pictorial History. Hear Gary James speak with Bob Goldsack. Q – Bob, do you feel part of the interest in the James E. Strates Shows might be that they are the only…

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Hans Holzer Interview “Professor of Paranormal”

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He is the author of over 100 books dealing with the Paranormal and Parapsychology. He studied at the University of Vienna, graduated the Academy of Vienna and received his PhD in Parapsychology at the London College of Applied Science. It’s a rare honor indeed to present an interview with Dr. Hans Holzer—–“Professor of Paranormal”. Hear Hans speak with Gary James. Q – I guess I should start off by asking if you still write books these days. A – Oh, yeah, but I’m now also involved with my film projects.…

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Jack La Lanne Interview Godfather of Fitness

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He’s been called “The Godfather of Fitness”, “The Fitness King of America”, and “The Guru of The Health And Fitness Industry”. Well, no matter what title you refer to Jack La Lanne as, you have to admit he’s in great shape for a man who’s 92 years young!! Jack La Lanne was the first to have athletes working out with weights, the first to have women work out with weights, and the first to have to elderly work out with weights. He was the first to have a weight loss…

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Toby Keith Interview

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Hear Toby Keith speak with Gary James. Long before all the sell-out concerts and the multi-platinum CD’s, Toby Keith was just another singer/songwriter struggling to be heard. On March 26th 1993, I had the opportunity to interview Toby Keith. He was part of something called the “Triple Play Tour”, traveling the Country with two other up and coming singer/songwriters—–Jon Brannen and Shania Twain. Q – Toby, whose idea was it to package the three of you together for this tour? The record co.? A – Yeah. It was the Nashville…

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Charley Pride Interview

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In the 20 years he recorded for R.C.A. he sold more cords for the company than any other artist with the exception of Elvis Presley. He had thirty-five Number One singles and twelve old albums in the United States. Worldwide, he’s responsible for thirty one gold and four platinum albums, which translates to twenty five million records sold. In The Book of Lists, the fifteen all-time best album selling artists were listed. He was fifteenth and the only country singer on that roster. He’s won three Grammy’s and in May…

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Naomi Judd Interview The Judd’s

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Naomi Judd. She makes up half of the popular singing duo — The Judds. Along with daughter Wynonna, they were signed to RCA Records in 1983. The Judds quickly became Country Music’s most honored act. They were named “Duet of the Year” for a decade. They took home six Grammy’s, and have sold over 15 million albums worldwide. In 1991, The Judds were the Number One touring act in the industry. At the height of their career, Naomi Judd came forward with the news that she was retiring because of…

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Mickey Gilley Interview Urban Cowboy

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He’s ranked among the Top Fifty country music hit-makers according to record research historian Joel Whitburn. He’s charted 39 Top Ten country hits, with 17 of those songs reaching the Number One spot on the country charts. He’s appeared extensively on television as both an entertainer and an actor. He is among a select few country singers who have achieved the honor of being recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He also has long been a featured attraction in Las Vegas, Reno, and Atlantic City. His…

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Betty Lynn Interview Thelma Lou on the Andy Griffith show

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Betty Lynn is probably best known for her portrayal of “Thelma Lou” Barney Fife’s (Don Knotts) girlfriend on the Andy Griffith show. We spoke with Betty Lynn recently about her life as an actress and what she’s doing these days. Hear Gary James speak with Betty Lynn. Q – When you go to the Andy Griffith Museum in Mount Airy North Carolina, you’re doing what? Are you posing for photos with fans? Are you signing autographs? A – Well, I only go there on the third Friday of the month.…

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Tony Dow Interview Producer, Director, Actor and Sculptor

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You probably remember seeing Tony Dow on TV shows like “My Three Sons”, “Dr. Kildare”, “Mr. Novak”, “Adam 12”, “The Mod Squad” and the list goes on and on. He is probably best known for his portrayal of Wally Cleaver on “Leave it to Beaver”. Did you know that Tony Dow is also a sculptor? We spoke to Tony Dow about that and of course being an actor on the highly successful “Leave it to Beaver” show. Hear Gary James speak with Tony Dow. Q – Where’s the marketplace for…

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Ed McMahon Interview

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For close to three decades he was the man who introduced Johnny Carson to t.v. viewers. What was that like? How did he get that job? What’s he doing these days? These are all questions we set out to find the answers to. Hear Ed. McMahon speak with Gary James. Q – Mr. McMahon, do you ever watch the “Tonite Show” these days? A – Yes, I do. Q – I should probably not single out the “Tonite Show”. Do you ever watch the late night talk shows? A –…

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