{"podcast":{"title":"The Hollywood Godfather Podcast","slug":"the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180","podcast_index_feed_id":1042180,"rss_url":"https://feeds.redcircle.com/778f590f-4343-4f21-ad2c-e04a83b14d43","website_url":"https://redcircle.com/shows/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast7428","image_url":"https://media.redcircle.com/images/2026/3/18/3/d3f8bfbc-a5da-488e-b108-c320295da542_season-20.jpg","author":"GRI Entertainment","episode_count":383,"summary":"Welcome to The Hollywood Godfather Podcast. Hosted by The Godfather star Gianni Russo and co-host Jeanie Raymond, this captivating podcast dives deep into Russo’s incredible life, from his history with the mob to his friendships with Hollywood legends, Vatican insiders, U.S. presidents, and iconic figures from around the world. Every Wednesday, Gianni and Jeanie bring listeners behind the scenes of some of the most compelling stories in entertainment and organized crime, often joined by special celebrity guests. Tune in for firsthand accounts of untold stories, candid conversations, and a journey through a life that blends crime, fame, and power.","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180"},"episode":{"title":"Stories, Songs, and Sponsorships: A New Way Forward with Chad Erickson","slug":"stories-songs-and-sponsorships-a-new-way-forward-with-chad-erickson","published_at":"2026-02-18T08:00:49+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180/stories-songs-and-sponsorships-a-new-way-forward-with-chad-erickson","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180","url":"https://www.hollwoodgodfatherpodcast.com","audio_url":"https://audio3.redcircle.com/episodes/86f583b4-cba3-43d0-b6cc-1ab9ffb0c526/stream.mp3","summary":"The podcast episode features Gianni and Chad Erickson, discussing their experiences with 'Hot Mic Events' and their unique approach to revitalizing the entertainment business through creative sponsorship models. They organize shows at small venues like restaurants and theaters by incorporating local sponsorships from beer, wine, and liquor companies as well as media and radio stations, making high-quality entertainment accessible and affordable. The recent collaboration involved doing five shows in five different locations in sub-zero weather, which was highly successful despite the challenging conditions. They also reminisce about their experiences, emphasizing Gianni's unique storytelling, singing talent, and unwavering hospitality towards fans. Chad elaborates on his background in radio and voiceover work, and how it led to the creation of Hot Mic Events, which combines high production values with interactive, memorable performances. They plan to continue expanding and possibly take the show to warmer climates and new locations across the country. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy","meta_description":"The podcast episode features Gianni and Chad Erickson, discussing their experiences with 'Hot Mic Events' and their unique approach to revitalizing the en…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2293,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180/episodes/stories-songs-and-sponsorships-a-new-way-forward-with-chad-erickson/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hollywood-godfather-podcast-1042180/stories-songs-and-sponsorships-a-new-way-forward-with-chad-erickson.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}