Showbiz News with Lauren Craun
Interview with Daniel Portman From ‘Game of Thrones’
The Rick & Brad Morning Show sat down with actor Daniel Portman to talk about the premiere of season 7 of ‘Game of Thrones’ on HBO. Daniel plays the character of Podrick Payne on the show. Enjoy!… MORE
Chris Cornell Dead at 52
The Soundgarden frontman died Wednesday night after a Detroit concert. His rep says, “His wife Vicky and family were shocked to learn of his sudden and unexpected passing, and they will be working closely with the medical examiner to determine the cause,” the statement read. “They would like to thank his fans for their continuous…… MORE
April, 1997 Bill Paxton In-Studio Interview [Archive]
Over the weekend Bill Paxton passed away at the age of 61. He died from surgery complications. Twenty years ago Bill was in the studio with us discussing ‘Twister’, ‘Titanic’, and an independent film called ‘Traveler’. #RIPBillPaxton… MORE
Bad Lip Reading Nails Inauguration
I can’t imagine the amount of editing and work that these guys put into their satirical videos. Several lines had all of us laughing hard.… MORE
Ronda Rousey is Close to Retirement
On December 30th, RONDA ROUSEY will challenge AMANDA NUNES for the UFC women’s bantamweight title. It’ll be her first fight since she got knocked out trying to defend that same title against HOLLY HOLM last November. It’s going to be HUGE, and if Ronda wins the belt back, it’ll put her right back on top. …… MORE
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VIDEO: KATTFEST 2016 Highlights
KATTFEST 2016 came and went. Thanks to all of our listeners and fans it was a massive success. To pay tribute to all of you for making this year another awesome KATTFEST, we’ve made this video for you to enjoy. Thanks to the bands for killing it too: Disturbed, Breaking Benjamin, Saint Asonia, & AlterBridge!… MORE
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Putting Oklahomans Back To Work
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Local Performance Venues Join NIVA In Fight To Save Industry
NATIONAL INDEPENDENT VENUE ASSOCIATION BRINGS EFFORT TO SECURE VENUE SURVIVAL TO CAPITOL HILL
April 22, 2010 – The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), whose members, employees, artists and local communities are facing an existential crisis as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are in urgent need of targeted legislative and regulatory assistance, today sent a letter to Washington leadership proposing solutions to address the unique and dire situation facing the industry.
“Our passionate and fiercely independent operators are not ones to ask for handouts,” said Dayna Frank, NIVA Board President and owner of First Avenue in Minneapolis. “But because of our unprecedented, tenuous position, for the first time in history, there is legitimate fear for our collective existence.”
The letter to Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi, House of Representatives Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senate Democratic Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is attached.
NIVA is comprised of more than 800 of the most influential independent music venues and promoters across 48 states and Washington, D.C. Independent venues were among the first to close as COVID-19 spread across the country, and unfortunately, are also likely to be among the last to reopen.
Due to the unique circumstances that have led to the indefinite closure of our industry – resulting in zero revenue for the foreseeable future – NIVA has requested specific funding programs to assist for the duration of the government’s mandatory shutdown. The goal is to enable independent venues to survive the crisis, reopen in the future, and once again contribute to the economic revival of our communities.
It is estimated that for every $1 spent on a ticket at small venues, a total of $12 in economic activity is generated within communities on restaurants, hotels, taxis, and retail establishments. While we are small businesses, the estimated direct annual economic impact we bring to local communities is nearly $10 billion.
It will likely take months for venues to resume to their full schedules once they are permitted to reopen, and capacity reductions may be required for safety. NIVA is also seeking national guidelines for large gatherings to occur in a safe manner. Uniformity across the country and throughout the industry will ensure artists can resume a stable tour schedule and fans can come and enjoy shows once again.
Please visit the NIVA website often for updates and the progress on fight to save independent venues in the wake of this crisis: https://www.nivassoc.org/
Dillon Passage Interview (Joe Exotic’s husband)
Brad talks to Dillon Passage. He’s Joe Exotic’s current husband and was featured in the Netflix series ‘Tiger King’.
Concert At Home! – BUSH
Gavin Rossdale of Bush brings you an acoustic set from his home to yours. Exclusively for KATT fans & listeners! Enjoy!
John Reinke Interview (Former Joe Exotic Zoo Manager)
Brad talks to former G.W. Zoo Manager John Reinke. You may remember John as the guy with two prosthetic legs. He worked for Joe Exotic for 14 years and was featured in the Netflix ‘Tiger King’ documentary series.