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Straight To Video

Rob Lane
Batman
Bowling For Soup
Megaforce
The Gypsy Pistoleros
Stop Stop
Horror Cinema
Carl Newman
Wembley Arena
Ghostbusters
Brande Roderick
Making Megaforce
Cassidy Paris
Waterbrats
Lee Mark Jones
Rock Music Gear
Rock Movies and Soundtracks
The 80s Emotion Picture Special
Nik Kershaw
80s Pop Music
North Shore

"Never forget what made you - YOU" Bassist, Pop Culture Nerd and proud Fanboy, Rob Lane, talks to musicians, actors and all round interesting people who are willing to wax lyrical about their childhood, pop culture, growing up and what shaped them into who they are today. Get ready for stories of hometowns, trips to the Video Store, life changing first concerts and who's poster hung on their walls... more

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We talk to Carl Newman - Professionally-trained dancer who was the 'Movement Double' for Michael Keaton in the 1989 blockbuster feature film 'BATMAN'. The movie industry is full of secrets and one that would have wowed our younger selves would be lea... more

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We talk to Anthony & Ed Prophet - Festival Organisers and creators of The Brit Fest. Growing up in a hospitality family it was perhaps inevitable they'd land careers creating memories for other people. The brothers took their experience from running ... more

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We talk to Bright Light Bright Light - Independent Welsh electro-pop singer, songwriter and producer based in New York City. As Halloween season lands upon us we check back in with Rod Thomas (Bright Light Bright Light) to talk all about his brand ne... more

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We talk to Vilas Sheldon - 80s Content Creator and Researcher on the new Docu-Musical The 80s : A Motion Picture Special. We deep dive into the creation and behind the scenes work and influence which has gone into this incredible new film which has s... more

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Recent Guests

Carl Newman
Professionally trained dancer and Michael Keaton's movement double in Batman
Episode: Episode 345 - Carl Newman
Ed Prophet
Member of BritFest organization, co-founder
BritFest
Episode: Episode 344 - Ed & Anthony Prophet
Anthony Prophet
Co-founder of BritFest, organizer
BritFest
Episode: Episode 344 - Ed & Anthony Prophet
Rod Thomas
Musician, Bright Light Bright Light
Self / Bright Light Bright Light
Episode: Episode 343 - Bright Light Bright Light
Vilas Sheldon
Researcher on The 80s Emotion Picture Special
The 80s Motion Picture Special project / The Vintage Tribute team
Episode: Episode 342 - Vilas Sheldon
Christine Smith
Manager of The Little Big Store, Raymond, Mississippi
The Little Big Store
Episode: Episode 341 - Christine Smith
Lelia Broussard
Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter and musician, part of Jupiter Winter
Jupiter Winter
Episode: Episode 340 - Lelia Broussard
Nik Kershaw
Music icon and songwriter/producer
Episode: Episode 339 - Nik Kershaw
Reeve Stimpson
Singer-songwriter and musician
Episode: Episode 337 - Reeve Stimpson

Host

Rob Lane
Host and primary interviewer with a background in the music scene and pop culture storytelling.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • He does his homework

    just listened to the Tyson Leslie interview. It was very good and not dull. Rob does his homework.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hazelzworld
    United States4 years ago
  • A nice change from the norm

    A really fun and informal set of conversations. There are plenty of podcasts out there that feel like the classic 'chat show' interview transferred to the medium, but Rob's stuff is a different take and really enjoybale for it. Of course it may leave you wanting to know more, and when you don't 'know' the guest you may feel that you're missing out - but then you can always go and investigate. When you do 'know' the guest, then there are often great bits in there that feel that bit more personal ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    flipsix3
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Brilliant

    Rob is great! Just listened to his interview with You Me and The Movies! Highly recommend this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kimjosprenger
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Really enjoyable podcast. Rob's got a great, conversational interview style. Seems to get a lot out of his guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Gibson 86
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Fantastic.

    Just listened to your Roger Clyne interview. Outstanding! Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trecchdth
    United States5 years ago

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Episode 345 - Carl Newman
Q: Do you recall when you first heard about the opportunity that there might be some work on the set of the new Batman movie?
His agent told him they needed someone to help Michael Keaton physically. Newman had already worked at Pinewood Studios, so he went along without fully grasping the scale of the opportunity, then auditioned for Tim Burton and was selected.
Episode 345 - Carl Newman
Q: What led you to go there?
Newman explains that he wanted to move from ballet toward commercial dance and jazz, and chose Lane Theatre Arts for its reputation. He called the school and was invited to audition the next day.
Episode 343 - Bright Light Bright Light
Q: How did you come across choosing the Sinead O'Connor track for Nightmare on Elm Street 4?
Rod explains his fondness for the scene it's in (the cockroach moment), his admiration for Sinead's vocal, and the intention to pay homage to the film while highlighting a track that isn't often discussed in her catalog.
Episode 343 - Bright Light Bright Light
Q: How are you?
Rod describes catching up after a couple of years, sharing personal updates about his life in New York and his current projects, including the Cinematography EPs and his reflections on horror culture.
Episode 344 - Ed & Anthony Prophet
Q: Festival-wise, what early memories or inspirations helped shape BritFest into what it is today?
The spark came from our background in venues and hospitality; we wanted to scale beyond a single venue and create a flexible space that could host bigger names while maintaining a five-star standard and a great backstage experience for artists.

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A candid interview series where host chats with musicians, actors, and pop-culture figures about childhood influences, the pulling threads of careers, and the nostalgia of video stores, concerts, and big life moments. Episodes often blend practical career stories with personal anecdotes—touring life, gear, and creative evolving—while highlighting resilience, authenticity, and the ongoing pull of 80s–90s culture. Notable throughlines include long-running bands adapting to new formats, passion-driven side projects, and a warm, conversational vibe that invites listeners to explore guests' formative memories and current projects.

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1. Carl Newman
2. Ed Prophet
3. Anthony Prophet
4. Rod Thomas
5. Vilas Sheldon
6. Christine Smith
7. Lelia Broussard
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