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Up Next with John Contratti

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About this Podcast:

Interviewer John Contratti chats with actors, authors, musicians and lots more!

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Contact path

Public web form

Booking probability

34%

Guest openness

Selective

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Questions about Up Next with John Contratti

Who hosts Up Next with John Contratti?

Up Next with John Contratti is hosted by John. The show has published 175 episodes to date.

What has Up Next with John Contratti covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Interview With Actress Susan Ruttan" (30 October 2026, 30 minutes), "Interview With Singer Jim Caruso" (23 October 2026, 32 minutes), and "Interview With Actor John Schuck" (16 October 2026, 42 minutes).

How often does Up Next with John Contratti publish?

Up Next with John Contratti publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 31 minutes across 175 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Up Next with John Contratti?

Booking probability for Up Next with John Contratti is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Up Next with John Contratti requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Up Next with John Contratti's contact route on record: public web form.

Who should pitch Up Next with John Contratti?

The strongest fits for Up Next with John Contratti are Artists, Writers & Performers. Up Next with John Contratti has an arts audience.

About the host

John hosts Up Next with John Contratti, an arts podcast with 175 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #8

    Interview With Actress Susan Ruttan

    Oct 30, 202630 minS6

    Actress Susan Ruttan stops by to celebrate the 40th anniversary of "LA Law".

  • Episode #7

    Interview With Singer Jim Caruso

    Oct 23, 202632 minS6

    Singer Jim Caruso stops by to share his story of becoming one of New York's most popular entertainers.

  • Episode #6

    Interview With Actor John Schuck

    Oct 16, 202642 minS6

    Actor John Schuck stops by to talk about his work in film, television and on stage.

  • Episode #4

    Interview With Actress/Author Illeana Douglas

    Oct 2, 202634 minS6

    Actress and author Illeana Douglas stops by to talk about her latest book "Jungle Red! The Making of MGM's The Women".

  • Episode #3

    Interview With Actor Lorenzo Lamas

    Sep 25, 202631 minS6

    Actor Lorenzo Lams stops by to look back on past roles and share what he's doing today.

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  • Episode #2

    Interview With Actor, Writer, Singer Bill Mumy

    Sep 18, 202638 minS6

    Actor and musician Bill Mumy stops by to talk about his work in some of television's most iconic series and shares his love of music.

  • Episode #1

    Dave Karger's Latest Book

    Sep 9, 202619 minS6

    TCM host and author Dave Karger returns to "Up Next" to discuss his latest book, "50 Movie Nights: Contemporary Stars On Their Favorite Classic Films".

  • Episode #37

    Interview With Actress Sharon Gless

    May 29, 202639 minS5

    <p>Actress Sharon Gless stops by to look back on her illustrious career including her iconic television series "Cagney and Lacey". </p>

  • Episode #36

    Interview With Actor Jim J. Bullock

    May 15, 202639 minS5

    <p>Actor Jim J. Bullock stops by to talk about the role that made him a household name and other roles that followed. </p>

  • Episode #35

    Interview With Actress Teresa Ganzel

    May 8, 202643 minS5

    <p>Actress Teresa Ganzel stops by to look back on some past roles and shares what she's up to today. </p>

  • Episode #34

    Interview With Singer/Actress Rosie Webber

    May 1, 202627 minS5

    <p>Tik Tok sensation Rosie Webber stops by to talk about her start as a singer and what's going on today with her career. </p>

  • Episode #33

    Interview With Actor/Politician Fred Grandy

    Apr 24, 202641 minS5

    <p>"Love Boat" star, Fred Grandy, stops by to talk about his work in acting and politics. </p>

  • Episode #32

    Interview With Entertainment Broadcaster Steve Kmetko

    Apr 17, 202627 minS5

    <p>Entertainment and broadcast journalist Steve Kmetko stops by to share stories about his life and to discuss his podcast, "Still Here Hollywood". </p>

  • Episode #31

    Interview With Actress Adrienne Barbeau

    Apr 10, 202631 minS5

    <p>Stage and screen star Adrienne Barbeau visits "Up Next" to look back at past roles and talk about her two new films. </p>

  • Episode #30

    Interview With Actress Ann Harada

    Mar 27, 202620 minS5

    <p>Actress Ann Harada stops by to promote her new Broadway musical, "Schmigadoon". </p>

  • Episode #29

    Interview With Actress Didi Conn

    Mar 20, 202629 minS5

    <p>Actress Didi Conn visits "Up Next" to look back on past work, and talks about her upcoming film and television roles. </p>

  • Episode #28

    Interview With Musical Collaborators David Shire and Richard Maltby Jr.

    Mar 11, 202623 minS5

    <p>Oscar winner David Shire and Tony winner Richard Maltby Jr. stop by to talk about their new production, "Maltby and Shire's About Time". </p>

  • Episode #27

    Interview With Actor/Singer Anthony Rapp

    Mar 6, 202629 minS5

    <p>Stage and screen actor Anthony Rapp stops by to look back on past roles and share what he's working on today. </p>

  • Episode #26

    Interview With Dave Karger - 98th Academy Award Picks

    Feb 27, 202620 minS5

    <p>TCM host Dave Karger returns to "Up Next" to share his predictions for the 98th Annual Academy Awards.</p>

  • Episode #25

    Interview With Actress Carmen Cusack

    Feb 20, 202631 minS5

    <p>Two time Tony nominee Carmen Cusack stops by to look back on some of her past roles and shares what's ahead. </p>

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