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Rockstar Book Club

Linda Donofrio
Leif Garrett
Brady Bunch
Quiet Riot
The Blue Lagoon
Donnette Thayer
Artificial Intelligence
David Paton
Love To Love You, Brady's
Craig Else
Rudy Sarzo
Technology
Music Industry
Ozzy Osbourne
Idol Culture Era (1970s-80s)
Dallas (TV Series)
The Pirate Movie
Steve Kilbey
Rock Journalism
Rockstar Book Club

We're 4 spontaneous women with a 5 decades-long friendship who love rock concerts, retro music, teen idols and never missed a Meet n Greet! Follow us as we encounter our favorite stars and celebrity crushes! We're the Rockstar Whisperers!!

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The Rockstar Book Club ladies meet the iconic 70's Tiger Beat pin-up and rockstar/actor Leif Garrett! Joining Leif is his guitarist, Craig Else! Hilarity ensues as the guests serve cocktails and tell their stories!

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club--Linda, Karen and Mary--meet Susan Olsen aka Cindy Brady of The Brady Bunch.

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club--Linda, Karen, Mary and Barbie--meet Donnette Thayer of Game Theory & Hex to discuss her place in the autobiogtaphy of Steve Kilbey.

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club--Linda, Karen, Mary & Donnette--meet Joe Matera, Australan rocker and popular rock journalist.

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club-Linda, Karen, Mary and Donnette--meet the incredible David Paton, Scottish bassist, singer, songwriter, producer, and author of Pilot, Alan Parsons Project, etc.

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club--Linda, Karen, Mary and Donnette--meet the incredibly talented and iconic bassist Rudy Sarzo of Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne and Whitesnake nd dscuss his autobiography "Off the Rails."

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club-Linda, Karen, Mary & Donnette-- meet Johnny Kelly, heavy metal drummer with Quiet Riot, Type O Negative, Hookers and Blow, Danzig, Patriarchs in Black, and uncover his amazing rockstar stories.

The ladies of the Rockstar Book Club--Linda, Karen, Mary and Donnette--meet Christian Epting, author of "Idol Truth," the biography of Leif Garret, and discuss the amazing and meteoric career of Leif Garrett, one the most-beloved Teen Idols, actors a... more

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Recent Guests

Leif Garrett
Iconic teen idol and musician
Entertainment (Formerly of Leif Garrett, Inc.)
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Teen Idol Leif Garrett and Guitarist Craig Else
Craig Else
Guitarist, producer, and collaborator with Leif Garrett
Or else Productions
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Teen Idol Leif Garrett and Guitarist Craig Else
Susan Olsen
Actress, author, and former Cindy Brady
The Brady Bunch
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Susan Olsen of The Brady Bunch
Joe Matera
Author and guitarist
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Joe Matera, Australan Rocker
David Paton
Scottish bassist, guitarist, singer, songwriter; author of the book Magic, The David Paton Story
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets David Paton
Rudy Sarzo
Renowned Cuban-American bassist, author of Off the Rails
Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne band (former member)
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Rudy Sarzo of Quiet Riot & Ozzy Osbourne
Johnny Kelly
Drummer known for Quiet Riot, Type O Negative, Danzig projects
Quiet Riot
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Johnny Kelly of Quiet Riot
Christian Epting
Co-author of Idol Truth and Memoir
Author
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Christian Epting, the author of "Idol Truth," the biography of Leif Garrett
Donnette Thayer
Musical guest, part of the show
Episode: Rockstar Book Club Meets Christopher Atkins

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Karen John
Co-host/organizer and a key host with a focus on guiding conversations and asking insightful questions.
Linda D'Onofrio
Host with experience guiding panel discussions and coordinating guest interactions.

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Rockstar Book Club Meets Joe Matera, Australan Rocker
Q: If you could work with another guitarist, living or dead, who would it be?
David Gilmour is his top pick due to his style and influence, with a note that collaborating with such a figure would be a major dream.
Rockstar Book Club Meets Joe Matera, Australan Rocker
Q: Desert island scenario: which albums would you take and why?
He lists five albums spanning Beach Boys, Bryan Adams, Jerry Rafferty, Billy Squier, and The Shadows, illustrating his diverse influences and what each would represent on a deserted island.
Rockstar Book Club Meets Joe Matera, Australan Rocker
Q: Have you ever had a crazy interview moment that blew you off track?
He recalls an incident with Slash where a publicist tried to end the interview early, but Slash insisted they keep talking, leading to a longer, more revealing conversation.
Rockstar Book Club Meets Joe Matera, Australan Rocker
Q: You obviously have interviewed so many people. How much research and prep do you do before an interview, and do you have any special routines?
Matera describes spending days researching, reading old magazines and histories, and trying to ask questions fans would want to know; preparation is about developing rapport and finding unique angles rather than following a fixed list.
Rockstar Book Club Meets Rudy Sarzo of Quiet Riot & Ozzy Osbourne
Q: What do you think is the biggest myth about being in a successful band?
The belief that success equals happiness forever; in reality, it's a climb with highs and lows, and you must continuously pursue growth and respect the legacy while moving forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockstar Book Club

What is Rockstar Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on nostalgic conversations with entertainers, musicians, and authors who shaped pop culture from the 1970s through the 1990s, framed by a four-woman, book-club-style panel. Episodes blend behind-the-scenes anecdotes, career retrospectives, and personal life stories with a warmth that rewards longtime fans and newcomers alike. Guests span actors, rock musicians, and biographers, often delving into fame, longevity in the industry, and the human side of touring, family life, and creative collaboration. A standout quality is the casual, fan-friendly interview vibe that treats celebrity careers like living narratives, with guests sharing candid memories, mentorship moments, and the evolving media landscape—sometimes touching on... more

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Recent guests on Rockstar Book Club include:

1. Leif Garrett
2. Craig Else
3. Susan Olsen
4. Joe Matera
5. David Paton
6. Rudy Sarzo
7. Johnny Kelly
8. Christian Epting

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