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Hollywood Obsessed

Hollywood Obsessed

Von: Tony Miros
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 Hosted by Hollywood casting director, journalist, and former studio tour guide, Tony Miros, HOLLYWOOD OBSESSED is an illuminating podcast featuring insightful interviews with entertainment professionals and insiders who share their personal stories about Hollywood and its colorful history. In each episode, listeners will take a captivating journey, discovering fun movie & TV facts and trivia that will enlighten and delight. If you’re as obsessed with Hollywood as Tony is (or would like to be), join him and his latest guest every other Monday for an exciting, new episode of HOLLYWOOD OBSESSED.Tony Miros Kunst
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  • Episode 152 – Douglas Barr Unscripted: “The Fall Guy,” “Designing Women” & Reinventing Life – Part 2

    Episode 152 – Douglas Barr Unscripted: “The Fall Guy,” “Designing Women” & Reinventing Life – Part 2
    Dec 29 2025
    In the conclusion of this revealing two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues his candid & wide-ranging chat with former ’80s TV heartthrob Douglas Barr, diving deeper into his most beloved roles & his evolution from actor to writer & director. Doug shares the story behind landing the role of Colonel Bill Stillfield, Charlene Frazier’s charming boyfriend (and later husband) on “Designing Women,” thanks in part to his connection with producer Larry Thompson that he met while he was working on “The Fall Guy.” He reflects on how much fun the show was, how quickly he adjusted from single-camera action series to a multi-camera sitcom, and what a dream it was to work with Jean Smart, along with Dixie Carter, Annie Potts, Delta Burke, & the rest of the iconic cast. Doug also offers behind-the-scenes gems, including a fun story involving a luncheon with then-unknown Bill and Hillary Clinton, flying through the air as a trapeze artist on “Circus of the Stars” , and why he was more than ready to fully embrace comedy after years of being told to “tone it down” on “The Fall Guy.” He fondly recalls working with legendary guest stars like Dolly Parton, Alice Ghostley, and Hal Holbrook, and shares why he believes “Designing Women” continues to resonate with audiences decades later. The conversation then turns to Doug’s successful transition behind the camera. He explains how writing an episode of “The Wizard” helped him join the WGA, open doors as a screenwriter, & ultimately convince producers to trust him as a director. From directing Olympia Dukakis in “Dead Badge” & Patty Duke in “Love Lessons,” and helming multiple Hallmark hits including “The Note,” Doug reflects on the lessons he learned—and the importance of leadership on set. He also shares how life eventually led him away from Hollywood & into Napa Valley, where he spent 22 years running a winery before serving on the board of the Saint Helena Forum, supporting creativity & innovation in his community.DOUGLAS BARRBorn in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Douglas Barr began his collegiate studies at the University of N Colorado during the turbulent 1960s before transferring to George Washington University, where he experienced the Vietnam War protests firsthand. He graduated in 1972 with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and soon found himself in New York and London working as a model—an industry he says he “accidentally fell into.” It was during this time that he met his future wife, Clare Kirkconnell.That modeling career led Barr to acting, and in the early 1980s he relocated to Los Angeles, quickly landing high-profile television roles. He is best known for his five-season run as Howie Munson on the hit action series “The Fall Guy,” alongside Lee Majors, and for his popular recurring role as Colonel Bill Stillfield on “Designing Women,” where he played Charlene Frazier’s boyfriend and later husband. He also starred as Alex Jagger on CBS’s “The Wizard” and made numerous guest appearances on iconic series including “The Love Boat,” “Fantasy Island,” “Hotel,” and “Murder, She Wrote.”As his career evolved, Barr shifted his focus to writing & directing, helming more than 30 films since the mid-1990s. His move behind the camera coincided with a move to Napa Valley, where he and his wife founded Hollywood and Vine Cellars, a boutique winery they ran for many years. Now retired from both filmmaking & winemaking, Doug serves on the board of the Saint Helena Forum, an educational nonprofit dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation throughout Napa Valley.Saint Helena Forum - https://www.shforum.orgThe Official Hollywood Obsessed Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollywoodobsessedthepodcast.com/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Official Hollywood Obsessed Facebook Page – ⁠⁠⁠⁠HOLLYWOOD OBSESSED PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodobsessedpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Titles VO Talent – Cam Frierson - ⁠⁠⁠http://camfrierson.com/voice⁠ Music by⁠⁠ ⁠⁠QubeSounds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠from ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    41 Min.
  • Episode 151 – Douglas Barr Unscripted: "The Fall Guy", "Designing Women" & Reinventing Life – Part 1

    Episode 151 – Douglas Barr Unscripted: "The Fall Guy", "Designing Women" & Reinventing Life – Part 1
    Dec 29 2025
    In Part 1 of this lively two-part conversation, host Tony Miros sits down with former ’80s TV heartthrob Douglas Barr for a fascinating look at a life defined by reinvention. From athlete to model, television star to writer, director, and winemaker, Barr reflects on the many chapters that shaped his extraordinary journey. He shares stories from growing up in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where he was a competitive swimmer and sports enthusiast, as well as his early creative interests, globe-trotting adventures, philosophical studies at The George Washington University, and how a spontaneous trip to Europe unexpectedly launched an international modeling career.That modeling success ultimately led Barr to acting—despite never having the “acting bug”—inspired by idols like Cary Grant and Roy Rogers, both of whom he later met. After early TV roles, his big break came in 1981 as Howie Munson, the charming, comedic sidekick on ABC’s hit series “The Fall Guy.” Barr opens up about working alongside Lee Majors, who became both mentor and friend, teaching him the unspoken rules of life on set. He fondly recalls the show’s tongue-in-cheek tone, the real stunts (and real injuries), the near-misses, and unforgettable moments working with legendary guests like James Coburn, Eddie Albert, and even astronaut Buzz Aldrin.Barr also reflects honestly on fame—the pressure, the self-absorption required to survive it, and the thick skin needed to last. He shares his gratitude for the fans who have followed his career for decades, his enduring friendships with Lee Majors and Heather Thomas, and even offers thoughts on the recent “Fall Guy” movie starring Ryan Gosling. It’s a revealing, funny, and thoughtful conversation about success, survival, and knowing when it’s time to move on—and you’ll want to hear every minute.DOUGLAS BARRBorn in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Douglas Barr began his collegiate studies at the University of Northern Colorado during the turbulent 1960s before transferring to The George Washington University, where he experienced the Vietnam War protests firsthand. He graduated in 1972 with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and soon found himself in New York and London working as a model—an industry he says he “accidentally fell into.” It was during this time that he met his future wife, Clare Kirkconnell.That modeling career led Barr to acting, and in the early 1980s he relocated to Los Angeles, quickly landing high-profile television roles. He is best known for his five-season run as Howie Munson on the hit action series “The Fall Guy,” alongside Lee Majors, and for his popular recurring role as Colonel Bill Stillfield on “Designing Women,” where he played Charlene Frazier’s boyfriend and later husband. He also starred as Alex Jagger on CBS’s “The Wizard” and made numerous guest appearances on iconic series including “The Love Boat,” “Fantasy Island,” “Hotel,” and “Murder, She Wrote.”As his career evolved, Barr shifted his focus to writing and directing, helming more than 30 films since the mid-1990s and working with acclaimed actors such as Louis Gossett Jr., Rosanna Arquette, Bradley Whitford, and Olympia Dukakis. His move behind the camera coincided with a move to Napa Valley, where he and his wife founded Hollywood and Vine Cellars, a boutique winery they ran for many years. Now retired from both filmmaking and winemaking, Doug serves on the board of the Saint Helena Forum, an educational nonprofit dedicated to fostering creativity and innovation throughout Napa Valley.Saint Helena Forum - https://www.shforum.orgThe Official Hollywood Obsessed Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollywoodobsessedthepodcast.com/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Official Hollywood Obsessed Facebook Page – ⁠⁠⁠⁠HOLLYWOOD OBSESSED PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodobsessedpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Titles VO Talent – Cam Frierson - ⁠⁠⁠http://camfrierson.com/voice⁠ Music by⁠⁠ ⁠⁠QubeSounds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠from ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    32 Min.
  • Episode 150 – What a Feeling: Getting to Know “Flashdance” Leading Man Michael Nouri – Part 2

    Episode 150 – What a Feeling: Getting to Know “Flashdance” Leading Man Michael Nouri – Part 2
    Dec 15 2025
    In the conclusion of their two-part conversation, host Tony Miros continues the ride with Michael Nouri as they explore the fascinating chapters of his career after Flashdance. Michael reflects on projects like The Image Maker and working with legends like Jerry Orbach, Farley Granger, Colleen Dewhurst, and Farrah Fawcett, sharing heartfelt admiration and a few laugh-out-loud behind-the-scenes stories (including one involving a jealous boyfriend hiding in the bushes!).From sci-fi cult favorite The Hidden—where he bonded with Kyle MacLachlan during endless night shoots and later celebrated a surprise French award—to sitcom territory on Diane English’s Love & War, Michael opens up about embracing new genres, steady work, and the cast camaraderie he deeply missed when the show ended. He also talks about romantic leading-man roles, why fans still approach him decades later, and how the idea of writing a memoir keeps calling his name.Michael’s stories only get better as he recalls working with screen icons like Sean Connery (Finding Forrester), Steven Spielberg, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Tom Hanks (The Terminal), and Queen Latifah (Last Holiday). From an unforgettable (and slightly mortifying) Sean Connery impersonation gone wrong to sipping absinthe in Prague’s legendary Hotel Pupp, these tales are packed with humor, heart, and Hollywood magic.The episode also dives into Michael’s love of playing villains, working on dark TV series (Damages, Manhunt: Unabomber, American Crime Story, The Watcher), his admiration for creators like Ryan Murphy, and the powerful sense of family that forms on set. He shares advice for aspiring actors—commit fully, do theater, build discipline, and have fun—before closing on one of the most meaningful moments of his life: starring opposite Julie Andrews in Victor/Victoria on Broadway, a career highlight that finally made his father say he was proud. MICHAEL NOURIMichael Nouri is now in his fifth decade as a celebrated actor in film, television, and theater, with a career defined by range, longevity, and reinvention. In recent years, he has co-produced & starred in The Squeeze, appeared in NBC’s acclaimed miniseries The Slap, & guest-starred on hit series including Blue Bloods, Heartbeat, and Yellowstone. His notable recent screen work also includes Manhunt: Unabomber, Woman Walks Ahead, and The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, sharing the screen with some of today’s most respected talent.His professional journey began with the box-office hit Goodbye Columbus (1969), followed quickly by a major Broadway debut in 40 Carats opposite Julie Harris. Over the years, he has become a familiar & trusted presence in Hollywood, balancing leading roles with memorable character performances.On film, he is perhaps best known to audiences worldwide as the leading man in the iconic hit Flashdance. His film credits also include The Proposal with Sandra Bullock, Last Holiday with Queen Latifah, Steven Spielberg’s The Terminal with Catherine Zeta-Jones, & Finding Forrester opposite Sean Connery. He received the Best Actor Award at the Avoriaz Film Festival for his performance in the cult classic The Hidden.Television has been another cornerstone of Nouri’s career, with appearances on acclaimed series such as Damages, The West Wing, Law & Order: SVU, NCIS, CSI: NY, Criminal Intent, & The Practice. He held major recurring roles on Bay City Blues, Love and War, The O.C., All My Children, The Young and the Restless, and Brothers and Sisters. Michael Nouri’s Website – ⁠https://www.michaelnouri.com/⁠ The Official Hollywood Obsessed Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.hollywoodobsessedthepodcast.com/ ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Official Hollywood Obsessed Facebook Page – ⁠⁠⁠⁠HOLLYWOOD OBSESSED PODCAST⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow our Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodobsessedpodcast/⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Titles VO Talent – Cam Frierson - ⁠⁠⁠http://camfrierson.com/voice⁠ Music by⁠⁠ ⁠⁠QubeSounds⁠⁠⁠ ⁠from ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay⁠⁠⁠⁠
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    50 Min.
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