In this delightful and heartfelt episode, Henry Winkler joins Gentry Thomas to talk about his new children’s book, Detective Duck: The Mystery at Emerald Pond. With warmth and enthusiasm, Winkler shares how the book was born, what kids and families can look forward to in this adventure, and the joy he finds in crafting stories for young imaginations. You can get your copy here: Detective Duck: The Mystery at Emerald Pond

The two also explore Henry’s long and celebrated career. He reflects on his time on Happy Days, recounting stories from behind the scenes that shaped both his life and the legendary show. Winkler discusses his friendship with Robin Williams, offering personal memories about working with him and the impact Robin had on his life and art.

Additionally, Henry talks about his more recent projects, including his show Hazardous History, where he continues to merge education and entertainment. Through stories, laughter, and insight, this conversation highlights Winkler’s enduring love for storytelling in all its forms.

Don’t miss this conversation with one of Hollywood’s most beloved figures — only on Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas.

In this heartfelt episode, Kathie Lee Gifford joins Gentry Thomas to talk about her new song, “I Knew It Would Be You,” written as a tribute for the movie Reagan. She opens up about how the song came to life, what it means to her, and how music has shaped her through every phase of her life.

They also discuss her deep friendship and on‑air chemistry with Regis Philbin, how she believes a dramatic moment in her life was saved with the help of Donald Trump, and her lifelong relationship with faith, storytelling, and the power of melody.

Listen to “I Knew It Would Be You” here:
Listen on streaming platforms / buy the song — check your favorite music service for availability.

This is a warm, intimate look at a life lived in song, faith, love, and persistence.

In this episode, Sal Vulcano—comedian, actor, and one of the stars of Impractical Jokers—joins Gentry Thomas to dig into his comedy life and what’s next. Sal talks about what made Impractical Jokers such a wild success, where he first got his big break, and how delivering pizzas played into those early hustle days.

They also dig into his solo comedy career: Sal shares how he handles being a meme, what it’s like performing standup on his Everything’s Fine Tour, and how he’s grown as a performer—especially being on stage more often and pushing new material.

Plus, you’ll hear stories about the tour, what to expect, and how fans can check out his shows. For all the dates on Sal’s Everything’s Fine Tour, visit his official site at SalVulcanoComedy.com.