Noel catches up with Rachael Yamagata. The singer-songwriter's latest album, Starlit Alchemy, is her first in over nine years. Rachael discusses the album's journey. She began her musical career with the band Bumpus before becoming a solo artist and releasing her amazing debut album, Happenstance. She was part of 30 Rock's "I Need a Kidney" episode. Rachael covered "I'm Going to Go Back There Someday" for Muppets: The Green Album. After departing Warner Bros., Rachael became an independent artist. She discusses the hurdles she's faced as one.

Noel catches up with Janine Turner. The actress/author is best known for her Emmy/Golden Globe nominated performance of Maggie O'Connell on Northern Exposure. Janine now co-hosts a Northern Exposure rewatch podcast called, Northern Disclosure, with Rob Morrow, who played Dr. Joel Fleischman on the Emmy-winning series. Janine talks about her fight to get Northern Exposure on Amazon Prime. She co-starred with Sylvester Stallone in the 1993 movie, Cliffhanger. Janine had a recurring role on NBC's Friday Night Lights. She also authored four books including, Holding Her Head High: Inspiration from 12 Single Mothers Who Championed Their Children and Changed History. Janine discusses the sacrifices she made as a single mother.

Noel catches up with Tamar Berk. The singer-songwriter's fifth solo album, OCD, comes out this Friday. Tamar got her start with the band, Starball, back in the '90's. She only release her first solo album in 2021. Since then, she has released a solo album a year. Tamar is the epitome of an independent artist, fiercely following the DIY method.

Noel catches up with Maryedith Burrell. The actress, comedian and producer is best known for her time on Fridays, ABC's late-night comedy show that ran in the early 80's. She discusses her favorite skits as well as the infamous Andy Kaufman one. She shares which Rock and Roll Hall of Famer she took to the dentist. Shelley Duvall hired Maryedith to write a few episodes of the award-winning Faerie Tale Theatre. She starred on Ron Howard's Parenthood, which was based on the 1989 film. She played Leonardo DiCaprio's mom on the series. Maryedith also had a recurring role on Seinfeld.

Noel catches up with Frank Jasper, who played Brian Shute in the 1985 cult classic, Vision Quest. Frank discusses getting the role, his wrestling background and the legacy of the movie.

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Noel catches up with Barry Privett, the lead singer of Carbon Leaf. The band released their first full-length album in ten years, Time Is The Playground, last year to rave reviews. Carbon Leaf gained national recognition performing "The Boxer," on the American Music Awards, making them the first unsigned act to perform on the award show. Their hit, "Life Less Ordinary", reached the top five on the Billboard's adult alternative chart in 2004. They contributed six songs to the Curious George 2 soundtrack.

Noel catches up with Melanie Chartoff. She's best known for her comedy work on the ABC series Fridays and in the 1990s Fox sitcom Parker Lewis Can't Lose. She voiced both Didi Pickles and Grandma Minka on Nickelodeon's Rugrats. Melanie played George's girlfriend, Robin, on Seinfeld. Besides being an amazing actress, she's also a very talented author. Melanie's first book, Odd Woman Out: Exposure in Essays and Stories, is an entertaining listen (she does the narration). Melanie will be featured at the Santa Monica public library on July 17 for Home: Finding Our Place in the World. In August, she will be headed to Mohegan Sun for TerrifiCon on August 8-10.

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Noel catches up with Mark Kiely. The actor is probably best known for his role as Gil Meyers on Beverly Hills, 90210. Mark also had a recurring role on 24. His other TV roles include NYPD Blue, Lois and Clark, CSI, The Shield and more. His movies roles include Bruce Almighty, The Edge and The Judge. Mark took a break from acting to become a competitive swim coach in Rhode Island.