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The Dean Martin Association Podcast

The Dean Martin Association Podcast

By The Dean Martin Association

We are The Dean Martin Association, established in 1960 by Bernard H Thorpe with the authorization of the man himself. The DMA Podcast features lively chat, discussions and celebrity interviews all about the legend that is Dean Martin. We're here with a new episode every month. Hosted by Elliot Thorpe, Cindy Williford and Ron Iveson.
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2.4 - Gary Williams

The Dean Martin Association PodcastMar 24, 2023

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2.4 - Gary Williams

2.4 - Gary Williams

Regular hosts Cindy Williford, Ron Iveson and Elliot Thorpe discuss Dean's final studio album, The Nashville Sessions, before Elliot is joined by the delighful singer-broadcaster Gary Williams, where they chat about Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and The Wombles...
Mar 24, 202351:29
2.3 - Susie Ewing

2.3 - Susie Ewing

We chat with one of Dean's original Golddiggers, the always delightful Susie Ewing, who talks about her life and career. She has worked with Dean, with Bob Hope and many of their peers. Hosted by Elliot Thorpe, Cindy Williford and Ron Iveson, this episode also looks at "Swingin' Down Yonder", Dean's 1955 debut album from Capitol. 
Mar 01, 202329:10
2.2 - Richard Shelton

2.2 - Richard Shelton

For this episode, we are delighted to welcome actor/singer Richard Shelton. Warm and engaging, Richard joins us from LA to chat with us about his career and a fascination with Frank Sinatra, which led him to write and produce his own one-man show, "Sinatra Raw". Please visit richardshelton.co.uk. We also chat about Dean's love songs - well, it is Valentine's month after all!  Hosted by Elliot Thorpe with Cindy Williford and Ron Iveson. Closing credits read by Kent Edens.
Feb 01, 202301:04:26
2.1 - Francie Mendenhall

2.1 - Francie Mendenhall

Welcome to Season 2 of The Dean Martin Association Podcast! We're delighted to have as our special guest Francie Mendenhall, one of Dean Martin's legendary Golddiggers. Francie talks to Elliot about her career and life as a Golddigger, while we ourselves kick off Dean's 80th year as a professional entertainer with music and thoughts. With Cindy Williford. Closing credits read by Kent Edens.
Jan 17, 202330:57
1.4 - The National Guard Sessions 1965

1.4 - The National Guard Sessions 1965

From August 1965, Dean Martin is interviewed by Martin Block for the National Guard sessions. Dean talks about his career, his home life and his golf swing!
Dec 21, 202227:45
1.3 - The Matt Helm Years

1.3 - The Matt Helm Years

Kent Edens tells the story of Dean Martin's tenure as America's top secret agent, Matt Helm, with music, clips, trailers and rare radio spots. Script by Elliot Thorpe.
Dec 21, 202227:48
1.2 - The Dean Martin Story

1.2 - The Dean Martin Story

Original DMA president Bernard H Thorpe narrates the story of Dean Martin's life. With thanks to John Chintala.
Dec 21, 202224:03
1.1 - Dean Martin Recollections

1.1 - Dean Martin Recollections

In our first episode (originally from 2019) producer Kent Edens interviews DMA president and author Elliot Thorpe about the book "Dean Martin Recollections". The biography is available now in hardback from all good bookstores and online!
Dec 16, 202216:10