Category Archives: Brushes with Greatness

Pictures of me with celebrities.

Midge Ure

Posted on January 20, 2015 by Steve

After KUT/KUTX took over the Cactus Cafe, international touring acts disappeared from the line up for a while. Thankfully they wised up and brought them back with my second show in a year (the previous being Justin Currie). I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Rest in Peace Tim Hauser (belated)

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Steve

I feel like a complete jerk for missing this man’s passing (October 18) and in light of it being the 25th anniversary of when I got hooked on the Manhattan Transfer during a really upsetting time, makes his death even … Continue reading →

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Richard Horvitz

Posted on December 28, 2014 by Steve

This Holiday Season I’m closing out all the Brushes with Greatness I procrastinated about and boy howdy there’s a slew, one that’s a couple years behind that I have no excuse to putting off. I will start with this gentleman because … Continue reading →

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1994: At least I met Oliver Stone

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Steve

On another dreary late evening in Austin, I was drinking, hanging out at the Dog & Duck Pub with my French friend/tutor Patricia. The statewide election returns were funneling in as George “Dubious” Bush (the future worst president in history) would … Continue reading →

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The Aquabats (2014)

Posted on November 4, 2014 by Steve

The music/concert week continues with show number two! Shortly after I came back from Las Vegas and before ACL Crapfest, my favorite Band who are also superheroes graced Austin with a great show at the Mohawk. Much has changed since … Continue reading →

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Nichelle Nichols

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Steve

Running into the cast of Star Trek shows continues with living in Austin! Nichelle dropped by Dragon’s Lair for a quick signing because it was on the way to another convention in San Antonio with George Takei and Walter Koenig. Lucky Somara, this … Continue reading →

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Magic Johnson

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Steve

Glad to get my Brushes with Greatness part of the Vegas trip back on track! I might not be a Lakers fan but Magic Johnson is a player I’ve respected since college. When I was younger, he wasn’t on my … Continue reading →

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Rodger Bumpass

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Steve

The first big guest I wanted to meet at InvaderCon, the voice of Professor Membrane (aka Dib and Gaz’s remote, scientist father for those who’ve never seen the show) but you probably know him better as Squidward Tentacles…Rodger Bumpass! What … Continue reading →

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A shout-out from Brian Posehn and friends! Check it!

Posted on May 8, 2014 by Steve

John (aka Lothosian) and I got mentioned in the opening of Nerd Poker episode 72! It’s pretty funny, namely when you hear Sark’s comments. We felt a little bummed when we weren’t included in the first recorded show after Brian returned from … Continue reading →

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The Mavericks

Posted on April 27, 2014 by Steve

The musical celebration for my 15th anniversary was courtesy of Raul Malo, lead singer of The Mavericks. Not the Dallas NBA team or the nearby high school’s mascot (McNeil is within a mile of work). I met Raul and the … Continue reading →

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Max Brooks

Posted on April 16, 2014 by Steve

Last week was the “reading” and signing event with Max Brooks. You probably know him as the author of World War Z. To me he’s also the super talented son of comedy legend Mel Brooks and actress extraordinaire Anne Bancroft. Super … Continue reading →

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Mike Modano

Posted on April 5, 2014 by Steve

Last night I got to meet the man who will be known as the highest-scoring US-born player for many years. Much like Martin Brodeur, Mike Modano now holds or has unified two records held by two great individuals: Goals were Joey Mullen … Continue reading →

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Gary Numan

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Steve

I didn’t have my picture taken with Gary because I wanted to be polite to the other autograph seekers at Waterloo Records. Being first in line (for once), I felt obligated to not be that asshole who gobbled up his brief window … Continue reading →

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Brian Posehn 2

Posted on March 3, 2014 by Steve

One of my favorite comedians, voice actors and all around uber nerd graced Austin with his last week. Brian did not disappoint. He performed mostly new material as he sprinkled a few bits from The Fartist into the evening. Some favorite … Continue reading →

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Jake Johannsen

Posted on February 24, 2014 by Steve

Jake came by Austin to deliver his wit and wisdom before he headed over to what will be his umpteenth appearance on David Letterman, umpteenth is metric for over 40. He’s an awesome stand-up comedian who can just run with numerous … Continue reading →

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