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The second part of our Hall of Fame spotlight on Frank Sinatra's legendary career features more audio interviews and highlights from Sinatra and the friends and family who knew him best - including John F. Kennedy, Paul Anka, and songwriter Sammy Cahn, among others. Host Wink Martindale explores the stories behind some of the classic songs in the Sinatra catalog, including "Three Coins in the Fountain", a hit record for Sinatra that went to the top of the charts in the UK in 1954.

Despite his first orchestra being a complete failure, Glenn Miller grew to become arguably one of the most famous big band leaders. Following this early stumble, Miller launched his second band in March of 1938 and went on to achieve great success before his tragic disappearance in 1944. George T. Simon, big band expert, critic, author, and a close friend to Glenn Miller, provides listeners with on an overview of Miller's career. In his conversation with Wink Martindale, Simon provides an expert look at Miller's music, career, and personal life.

Sarah Jessica Parker is an “A-list” Hollywood star. As an actress, producer, and designer, she rose to fame as the star of Sex and the City. She’s a multiple Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild winner who has conquered Broadway, movies, and television. In this interview, she talks about growing up with seven siblings and moving to New York as a child, importance of the arts for children, and the effect of fame on her family with star Matthew Broderick. 

Nat King Cole's musical journey began as a teenager receiving classical piano training, which he later abandoned to pursue jazz with the Nat King Cole Trio. His career continued to evolve as he found success as a singer with hits including "Nature Boy", "Mona Lisa", and "Too Young". Narrator Wink Martindale takes listeners on a captivating journey with producers, songwriters, and other colleagues, sharing stories of Cole's exceptional career. His wife Maria Cole provides an intimate look at the legendary musician.

Natalie Cole, the second of five children, said her parents raised her to work hard for what she wanted. The award-winning artist sat down with Wink Martindale to discuss what it was like growing up in a house filled with music. In this intimate conversation from the 1970s, she also reflects on her good friend Stevie Wonder, the similarities between her and her famous father's voices, and being compared to Aretha Franklin.

 A multiple award-winning singer/songwriter, Katy Perry has reached heights of fame that goes beyond music. She’s also an actress, TV icon, and philanthropist that has sold over 100 million records. In this interview, she talks about being a “mom” to Justin Bieber, the music on her album, Teenage Dream, and the songs "Peacock" and "California Gurls", and how she wants her ashes used in fireworks when she’s gone.

Iconic vocalist Brian Johnson joined AC/DC in 1980. Along with his bandmates, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003. In this discussion with Chuck and Randy, he covers the writing style of the Young brothers, his love and passion for racing cars, and even his foray into writing music for movies. He also shares insights on being in the studio for the band’s Black Ice album and his thoughts on retirement.

Patti LuPone is an actress and singer, best known for her work in stage musicals. She’s a two-time Grammy Award winner and two-time Tony Award winner. LuPone’s stage work covers War Paint and Evita. She’s also worked in TV (Life Goes On, Penny Dreadful) and film (The Comedian, Wise Guys). LuPone talks about Broadway audiences, her time at Julliard School, and the ongoing popularity of “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina.”

Actor, singer, and activist Rory O’Malley has appeared on stage in The Book of Mormon and most recently, the smash Hamilton. He’s also performed on screen in hits like Dreamgirls, where he performed on the official movie soundtrack covering “Cadillac Car.” Here, O’Malley talks about his start at his hometown Cleveland’s prestigious theater scene, his family dynamics, and how he secured the role of King George in Hamilton. 

Roger Bart is a Tony Award-winning actor who has been successful on both stage and screen. From Broadway (Charlie Brown, Young Frankenstein, The Producers) to film (Hercules, American Gangster) to TV (Quantico, Desperate Housewives, Episodes), Bart has made his mark. In this interview, he covers the early days of his career, being asked about his role on Desperate Housewives and does a quick duet from Charlie Brown with Levine.

Actress. Model. Fashionista. Uma Thurman has made a big mark from Broadway to Hollywood. She’s starred in iconic movies like the Kill Bill series, Dangerous Liaisons, and Pulp Fiction. She began her career as a 15-year-old model where she appeared in Glamour and on the cover of British Vogue. The award-winning actress spends time with Levine covering growing up having dyslexia, moving to New York as a teenager, and her iconic role in Pulp Fiction.

Academy Award-winning actress Nia Vardalos is also a screenwriter and producer. Best known for her writing of and acting in the hit film My Big Fat Greek Wedding, she has also written and appeared in Larry Crowne with Tom Hanks and I Hate Valentine’s Day. In this interview, Vardalos talks about her hope to do Broadway, her marriage to actor Ian Gomez, family dynamics, and her advocacy for women’s roles in Hollywood. 

In 2015, Bart Torres spent time with comedian, actress, and writer Wanda Sykes leading up to her show at Treasure Island in Las Vegas. Wanda talked about the fated Curb Your Enthusiasm revival, her past career in the NSA, and what activities she was planning for her time on the Vegas Strip. 

Though his work was often classified as just "arrangements", Percy Faith's work went well beyond that and could be more accurately described as "recompositions". He got his start as a child studying piano and eventually made his mark as an instrumental stylist, importing elements of jazz and rock into mood music. In a conversation with host Wink Martindale, Faith discusses the work it takes to find and keep fans, his lengthy music career, and his focus on creating music that makes him happy versus music that might sell well.

Herb Alpert's career began under the name Dore Alpert. When his first few releases with RCA Records failed to gain traction, he was dropped from the label. That's when Alpert joined forces with his friend Jerry Moss to form an independent label. Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass grew to great success by the mid-60s, with pre-orders for their album numbering in the millions. Host Wink Martindale sat down with Alpert and takes listeners on an exciting journey from those earliest days to the heights of Alpert's career.

While some would contend that Carly Simon's wealthy background gave her a leg up, her talent and skill as a musician make it clear that she earned every bit of her current and future success on her own. Her first break came while she was on vacation. She and her sister, Lucy, took a trip to Cape Cod and tried to get a job performing in a summer resort. As luck would have it, the previous performer had left, so they started singing there with a repertoire of three songs.

Steven Wright, actor, comedian, writer, Oscar winner, narrator of Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs, and Rolling Stone’s 15th greatest stand-up in the world, got his start on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson. In this installment of Las Vegas Connection, Wright talks to Bart Torres about his unique, signature deadpan delivery, and how he doesn’t believe in time.

In this episode of Las Vegas Connection, Adam Carolla, comedian, radio personality, television host, actor, podcaster, and director talks to Bart Torres about making up for lost time doing nothing and working construction for 10 years. Carolla jokes about his lax upbringing with hippy parents and taking over for Norm McDonald as the voice of “Death” on the animated series Family Guy. Carolla gives his thoughts on Trump from his experience on Celebrity Apprentice.

We continue our exploration of the career of Elvis Presley with the second installment of this three part series. Presley would face both happy times and challenging moments as his popularity continued to grow. He went Hollywood and added "movie star" to his resume, but he also got drafted in 1958, and that same year faced the death of his beloved mother.

The story of The Mills Brothers is much like that of many entertainers, featuring humble beginnings, big dreams, success, tragedy, and ultimately a happy ending. In 1973, host Wink Martindale sat down with two of the original Mills Brothers, Harry and Donald, to recount their tale.