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Game Changers With Vicki Abelson

Vicki Abelson
Sobriety
Billy Joel
Nile Rodgers
Elton John
Knee Surgery
Music Industry
Physical Therapy
Rock and Roll
Chic
Le Freak
Covid-19
David Bowie
Life Coach
Saturday Night Live
Benny Harrison
New York City
Broadway
Bonnie Raitt
Billy Crystal
Madonna

Celebrity Maps to Success... people living their dream... the paths they took to get there

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A rabid Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman fan since its first airing in 1976, never missing an episode in the days before VCRs, DVRs, and streaming, when it took effort and planning… getting to sit down with Greg Mullavey, Tom Hartman hisself, was surreal e... more

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How is it possible that one human being can be a gifted artist, a world-class savvy collector, a stellar actor, skilled director, and a masterful storyteller, whilst being gracious, funny, self-possessed, and humble at the same time? If that’s not th... more

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If there’s anyone more entertaining than Adam Chester, please tell me so I can book them now! What a fabulous, fun, afternoon ride! Other than a tech glitch (lost internet for 5 min - which caused this to have a Part 1 and Part 2), this was as close ... more

If there’s anyone more entertaining than Adam Chester, please tell me so I can book them now! What a fabulous, fun, afternoon ride! Other than a tech glitch (lost internet for 5 min - which caused this to have a Part 1 and Part 2), this was as close ... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Mullavey
Actor known for Mary Hartman and other works
Episode: Tom Hartman, Tom Hartman
Federico Castelluccio
Actor and artist known for The Sopranos, painter and filmmaker
Episode: The Sporanos Furio, Federico Castelluccio - A True Renaissance Man
Adam Chester
Musician and writer, collaborator with Elton John
Episode: Screenshot 2026-07-15 at 7.53.11 PM
Wendy Liebman
Stand-up comedian
Comedian
Episode: Real Life With Wendy Liebman… but FUNNY
Thaao Panglis
Actor and storyteller discussing health, cooking, travel, and writing
Actor (Days of Our Lives, etc.)
Episode: What Would Thaao Do? m4a
Cidney Bullens
Singer, songwriter, transgender activist
Self / The Refugees (collaborations)
Episode: Cindy Bullens Sang With Elton, But Cidny Bullens Got The Moves Like Jagger
Peter Noon
Singer, frontman of Herman's Hermits
Herman's Hermits
Episode: Peter Noone of Herman’s Hermits-There’s a Kind of Crush
Godfrey Townsend
Guitarist and musician; discussed career, collaborations, and personal journey
Musician (various projects including John Entwistle band, Clapton tribute acts)
Episode: Godfrey Townsend is Living a Rock ’n Roll Wet Dream
Lainie Kazan
Actor and singer
Actor and singer
Episode: My Favorite Lainie!

Host

Vicki Abelson
Host of the show, conducting long-form conversations with celebrities, artists, and industry veterans.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Don’t miss this Podcast

    Vicki is doing one thing right-everything. The interviews are more like a talk between two best friends and that particular thing takes a lot of talent and effort.

    Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    de-ell
    Sweden3 years ago
  • I Love This

    This show is infectiously informative. And I don’t just say that as the co-host. I just happen to have the best seat. Listen. Enjoy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LouisePalanker
    United States9 years ago
  • Vicki always delivers!

    Sometimes when you listen to a show, you can just feel the passion coming from the host. This is Vicki Abelson. She is an inspiration...oh, and also really really funny. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pea bear
    United States9 years ago
  • Vicki is Binge-Worthy!

    I am such a huge fan of the long form interview and Vicki Abelson's conversations are some of the best I've heard. I binge-listened at work and was so impressed with the variety of guests. Michael Nesmith? Phil Rosenthal? Illeana Douglas? Vicki's show is a Who's Who of movie stars, celebrity chefs, musical stars and many more. I really enoy hearing each person describe their journey- their Road Taken- and each interview has many life lessons told with humor, love and humility. I look forw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @tinyhuman
    United States10 years ago
  • To say I love this podcast would be an understatement

    I could go on and on about how I love Vicki Abelson the author, the entertainer but I hadn't seen (well heard) anything until I listened to her host a podcast. I was blown away by her stories, the people she knows and her interpersonal communication skills that add real conversations instead of the standard Q & A like most shows. 5 stars is an understatement. I❤️️Vicki.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    unrepentant413
    United States10 years ago

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Episodes are described as engaging, insightful, and entertaining, with a strong sense of authenticity.
Listeners praise the host's warm, conversational style and the depth of guest stories.
The show is noted for high-profile guests and relatable life lessons rather than typical Q&A formats.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What Would Thaao Do? m4a
Q: You mentioned intuitive cooking a lot—how do you translate that into recipes others can try?
I rely on memory and feel rather than strict measurements; my cookbook grew from watching how I improvise in the moment, with friends noting down what I did, turning spontaneity into reproducible recipes for others to enjoy.
What Would Thaao Do? m4a
Q: Thaao, what kept you going through chemotherapy and the cancer journey?
A combination of disciplined habits, a deep love for cooking and life, and a strong support system; I focused on nourishment, meditation, and writing to stay mentally and physically active, which helped me endure and stay hopeful.
Ken Levine's Guilty Pleasures
Q: What's a day in the life of Ken Levine right now?
He rehearses a play each night, develops new material during the day, and continues cartooning for the New Yorker, balancing theatre work with visual art and ongoing projects.
Tommy James & The Shondells - Married to a Mobster!
Q: How did you regain ownership of your publishing and masters?
James details signing through Roulette, then moving to other labels, and eventually regaining publishing in 1979 while masters were owned by Warner, with publishing later tied to Sony before a full re-ownership path through Aura Records.
Tommy James & The Shondells - Married to a Mobster!
Q: How did the Roulette era shape your career, and what happened with Morris Levy?
He explains that Roulette was both a platform for big hits and a perilous environment, with Morris Levy exerting influence over labels; the tension between opportunity and danger culminated in a long struggle over royalties and publishing rights.

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Recent guests on Game Changers With Vicki Abelson include:

1. Greg Mullavey
2. Federico Castelluccio
3. Adam Chester
4. Wendy Liebman
5. Thaao Panglis
6. Cidney Bullens
7. Peter Noon
8. Godfrey Townsend

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