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DEAN OLSON is a songwriter, radio host and producer of two acclaimed interview series: "StrongWriter On the Radio" and "Dean Olson Hollywood Interview" "StrongWriter" is a conversational long form music interview program - now a podcast with selected episodes streaming on iHeart Radio. Occasional, Dean cleanses the listeners palette with shows featuring actors, authors and entertainers in his "Hollywood Interview" series. One element ties the two series together: The triad of faith, hope & encouragement. Dean is based out of Orange County in Southern California.

StrongWriter On The Radio – Episode 161 “THOMAS GABRIEL – My Long Way Home” (AUDIO PODCAST)

November 7, 2018 Dean Olson Dean Olson, Podcast, StrongWriter On the Radio

THOMAS GABRIEL is making his musical dream come true at last, and all at the tender age of 45. He is the oldest grandson of the legendary Johnny Cash, and much like his grandpa, Thomas learned some hard lessons in his life before releasing his debut CD, ‘The Long Way Home.’ Check out Thomas’ story…

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StrongWriter On The Radio – Episode 94 “TONI TENNILLE – Read That To Me Once Again” (AUDIO PODCAST)

January 20, 2017 Dean Olson Dean Olson, Podcast, StrongWriter On the Radio

The one and only TONI TENNILLE returns to the program for another conversation regarding her 2016 book ‘Toni Tennille: A Memoir’ co-authored with her niece, Caroline Tennille St. Clair, This time Toni and I discuss the audiobook version, which was recorded in her own voice. [Part 2 of 2] Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio…

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StrongWriter On The Radio – Episode 93 “TONI TENNILLE – Read That To Me One More Time” (AUDIO PODCAST)

January 18, 2017 Dean Olson Dean Olson, Podcast, StrongWriter On the Radio

The one and only TONI TENNILLE returns to the program for another conversation regarding her 2016 book ‘Toni Tennille: A Memoir’ co-authored with her niece, Caroline Tennille St. Clair, This time Toni and I discuss the audiobook version, which was recorded in her own voice. [Part 1 of 2] Dean Olson StrongWriter On the Radio…

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StrongWriter On the Radio: (Episode 69) “Frank Shiner – My Wonderful Spark Plug”

February 14, 2016 Dean Olson Dean Olson, StrongWriter On the Radio

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text h1_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305493}” h2_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305493}” h3_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305494}” h4_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305495}” h5_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305495}” h6_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305496}” p_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305496}” link_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305497}” list_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455047305497}”] “Frank Shiner – My Wonderful Spark Plug” [/vc_column_text][vc_message color=”alert-info” style=”3d”]One of my most cherished guests is New York-based singer Frank Shiner, because he is so approachable and genuine in our interviews.  Today’s episode is bonus footage of our most recent talk, and I saved it…

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StrongWriter On the Radio: (Episode 68) “Milt Larsen – Good Collaborators Are Like Siamese Twins”

February 6, 2016 Dean Olson Album Reviews, Dean Olson, StrongWriter On the Radio

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text h1_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844200}” h2_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844201}” h3_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844201}” h4_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844202}” h5_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844202}” h6_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844203}” p_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844204}” link_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844204}” list_css=”{.vc_customizer_1455043844205}”] “Milt Larsen – Good Collaborators Are Like Siamese Twins”[/vc_column_text][vc_message color=”alert-info” style=”3d”]Today’s episode is the conclusion of my conversation with the incredible Milt Larsen!  If you missed part one, you can go back and listen here! Milt shared insight from all facets of his life’s…

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StrongWriter On the Radio: (Episode 67) “Milt Larsen – The Magic Is In Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously”

January 29, 2016 Dean Olson Dean Olson, StrongWriter On the Radio

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text h1_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654502}” h2_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654502}” h3_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654502}” h4_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654503}” h5_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654503}” h6_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654504}” p_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654504}” link_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654504}” list_css=”{.vc_customizer_1454042654504}”] “Milt Larsen – The Magic Is In Not Taking Yourself Too Seriously”[/vc_column_text][vc_message color=”alert-info” style=”3d”]Today’s episode is a kind of fireside chat with the creator of the world famous Magic Castle… the one and only Milt Larsen! He is a long time friend of my…

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StrongWriter On the Radio: (Episode 66) “Richard Sherman – Serenading the Kiss Goodnight For Walt Disney”

January 15, 2016 Dean Olson Dean Olson, StrongWriter On the Radio, StrongWriting - Tips For Songwriters

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text h1_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018047}” h2_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018048}” h3_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018048}” h4_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018048}” h5_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018049}” h6_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018049}” p_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018050}” link_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018050}” list_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452796018050}”] “Richard Sherman – Serenading the Kiss Goodnight For Walt Disney” including the song “A Kiss Goodnight” sung by Ashley Brown[/vc_column_text][vc_message color=”alert-info” style=”3d”]I certainly hope you enjoyed the first part of my series, when I talked to songwriting legend Richard M. Sherman.  But if you…

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StrongWriter On the Radio – Episode 65 “RICHARD SHERMAN – Good Songwriters Have Got To Expect Curves”

January 9, 2016 Dean Olson Dean Olson, Podcast, StrongWriter On the Radio

There’s a great big beautiful tomorrow for my very special guest Richard M. Sherman! Having just turned 87 years old at the time of our interview, this living songwriting legend shows no slowing of his pace, and he continues to look at the creative road in front of him. Richard’s sanguine personality took over the…

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StrongWriter On the Radio – Episode 66 “RICHARD SHERMAN – Serenading the Kiss Goodnight For Walt Disney”

January 9, 2016 Dean Olson Dean Olson, Podcast, StrongWriter On the Radio

I certainly hope you enjoyed the first part of my series, when I talked to songwriting legend Richard M. Sherman. In this episode, Mr. Sherman and I discussed how he and his brother Robert wrote songs together, and he gave me insight on what makes a great song. Richard also shared the story behind the…

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StrongWriter On the Radio: (Episode 65) “Richard Sherman – Good Songwriters Have Got To Expect Curves”

January 8, 2016 Dean Olson Uncategorized

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text h1_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970947}” h2_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970948}” h3_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970948}” h4_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970949}” h5_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970950}” h6_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970950}” p_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970951}” link_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970951}” list_css=”{.vc_customizer_1452056970952}”] “Richard Sherman – Good Songwriters Have Got To Expect Curves” including the songs “The Palin For President Polka” & “The Fracking Song” from the Sherman & Larsen album SMASH FLOPS![/vc_column_text][vc_message color=”alert-info” style=”3d”]There’s a great big beautiful tomorrow for my very special guest Richard M. Sherman!…

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