Join Chris and Susan for a delightful chat with “Homicide” actor Peter Gerety, who played a Baltimore beat cop, Internal Affairs Detective, and ultimately Homicide Detective Stu Gharty, for 48 episodes, Seasons 4-7, 1996-1999. Peter’s acting experience stretches far and wide, including an amazing background in theater, film, and television. Listen in for his cavalcade of entertaining stories! Connect with us on Social Media BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https...
Jun 12, 2025•2 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to the launch of our second season! After our One-Year Anniversary episode, Chris and Susan took a short break, and are ready to bring you another year of great behind-the-scenes conversations. To kick off year two we have a terrific chat with two of the documentary filmmakers responsible for the Emmy-nominated PBS doc “Anatomy of a Homicide: Life on the Street,” which chronicles the history of the show, while putting one of it’s most well-known, and Peabody award-winning episodes, “The ...
May 15, 2025•2 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Join Chris and Susan for this EPIC EPISODE, as we celebrate the First Anniversary of our podcast, “Homicide: Life on the Set.” We look back on the year, but also take the opportunity to interview each other, on our personal journeys that brought us into the film business and ultimately to our shared, although different, experiences of the beloved TV series, “Homicide: Life on the Street.” Sit back, grab a cup of coffee (you’ll need it!) and join Chris and me as we trip down Memory Lane! Enjoy! C...
Mar 13, 2025•3 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Hi, all. It's Chris here. I hope you are well. Sadly, Susan and I are both unwell at the moment. We both have a nasty cold, which has prevented us from getting together to record our next show. We are both very sorry that we don't have a show for you this week. We plan to release our next episode on Thursday 13th March, so please keep an eye out then. Thank you for your support. All the best Chris & Susan
Mar 05, 2025•43 sec•Season 1Ep. 15
This month we have a really special episode Chris and I know you will enjoy—an engaging conversation with Homicide Focus-Puller/1st Camera Assistant Boots Shelton, who has probably been mentioned in every one of our preceding episodes. Big thanks to Boots for his deep dive into the technical side of camera assisting and the unique skills the job requires. Listen, learn and be entertained! Connect with us on Social Media BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://w...
Feb 06, 2025•2 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Join Chris and Susan for another engaging, eye-opening conversation, this month with Toni Lewis who portrayed Det. Terri Stivers for 44 episodes. We think you'll really enjoy this one! Connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@homicidepod X https://twitter.com/homicidepod The Podcast is also available on YouTube Music for the podcast by Andrew R. Bird Graphics by Luna Raphael Ed...
Jan 02, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Join Chris and Susan as they delve into the stylistic and philosophical origins of “Homicide” (including Jean Luc Goddard, the French New Wave, and "Laws of Gravity"), with director Nick Gomez and cinematographer and director Jean de Segonzac. Connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@homicidepod X https://twitter.com/homicidepod The Podcast is also available on YouTube Music fo...
Dec 05, 2024•2 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Join Chris and Susan for a frank discussion delving into the life and craft of an actor, with Melissa Leo, one of the original Homicide cast members portraying the first woman detective on the show, Sgt. Kay Howard. Connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@homicidepod X https://twitter.com/homicidepod The Podcast is also available on YouTube Music for the podcast by Andrew R. B...
Nov 07, 2024•2 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Join Chris and Susan for a fun and informative conversation with three of Homicide’s assistant directors, Jay Tobias, Frank Ferro and Miles Perman, and their insights and memories of the logistical challenges and joy of working on the Baltimore-based cop show. Connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@homicidepod X https://twitter.com/homicidepod The Podcast is also available on...
Oct 10, 2024•2 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Join Chris and Susan for a candid and entertaining interview with Isabella Hofmann, who brought to life the complex character of Lt. Megan Russert. Hofmann offers great insight into the challenges and joys of portraying the many-layered Russert, whose professional journey took her from Lieutenant, to Captain, and back down to Detective. Meanwhile, Russert's personal journey was just as challenging. Enjoy this revealing and fun behind-the-scenes chat with Chris and Susan!! Connect with us here: B...
Sep 05, 2024•2 hr 14 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Susan and Chris pull up a chair in the coffee room and reflect on watching Homicide on Peacock. It's different from what we expected. Join us to find out more. If you enjoy this podcast, please connect with us and share the episodes on social media. You can connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net/@homicidepod Twitter https://twitter.com/homicidepod The Podcast is also available...
Aug 23, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Chris and Susan are joined by “Homicide” sound crew members Lorenzo Millan and Paul Flinton for an entertaining peek behind the scenes at the challenges and chuckles of capturing the best sound possible on the fast-paced, non-traditional show. If you enjoy this podcast, please connect with us and share the episodes on social media You can connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https://www.threads.net...
Aug 08, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Join Chris and Susan for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at “Homicide: Life on the Street,” with journalist, author, writer, and producer David Simon. David delves candidly into how his award-winning 1991 book, “Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets,” was translated to the screen, how he learned to write for teleplays, and how the real crimes and detectives from the book became the engaging stories and characters portrayed in the award-winning television series. David Simon is a Baltimore-...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Join Chris and Susan for a rousing discussion with actor Reed Diamond, who portrays Det. Mike Kellerman on the show, starting with his introduction in Season 4 and the two-part "Fire" episode in 1995. His last episode was in Season 7, in 1998, the two-part "Kellerman, P.I." "I've never had a creative experience at that level," Reed says. "And it formed me as an actor." So, listen in for a deep dive with Reed on his development as an actor and person, reflections on the show, its writing, and wor...
Jul 04, 2024•2 hr 26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Susan and Chris are joined by gaffer Josh Spring and key grip Joe Kurtz for a deep dive behind the scenes. They discuss how the show was lit and the many lighting and grip inventions necessary to keep up with the groundbreaking nature of the show's shooting. If you enjoy this podcast, please connect with us and share the episodes on social media. You can connect with us here: BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/homicidepod.bsky.social Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homicidepod/ Threads https:/...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Susan and Chris are joined by actor Kyle Secor, who played Det. Tim Bayliss for all 7 seasons of Homicide and the movie. Kyle shares his memories of working on the show as an actor and director. Kyle’s website: https://www.kylesecor.net/ Kyle’s substack https://kylesecor.substack.com/p/a-homicide-origin-story?r=1sw5l&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true Kyle’s book “Death of the actor” https://www.kylesecor.net/book The Starling Girl film starring Kyle https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21156390/...
May 01, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Susan and Chris are joined by Homicide writers & producers Tom Fontana, Julie Martin, and Jorge Zamacona. Tom Fontana was the co-creator and showrunner of Homicide. Julie Martin and Jorge Zamacona were writers and later producers on the show. In this episode, we delve into the intricate art of crafting and producing gripping episodes of Homicide. We also discuss Julie and Jorge’s journey from assistants to becoming writers and later producers on the show. We also get insight into the show's ...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Welcome to "Homicide: Life On The Set", a brand new monthly podcast offering an exclusive peek behind the curtains of the critically acclaimed series "Homicide: Life On The Street." Susan and Chris just wanted to thank you for listening to the podcast and engaging with us on social media. Mark your calendars for our upcoming episode, slated for release on April 4th. Tom Fontana, Julie Martin, and Jorge Zamacona will join us as we delve into the intricate art of crafting and producing gripping ep...
Mar 27, 2024•4 min
On our first episode of “Homicide: Life On The Set,” we're joined by Jean de Segonzac, the cinematographer for seasons 2-5 and director of six episodes and "Homicide: The Movie." Jean discusses the philosophy behind the lighting and distinctive camera movement in the show with Susan and Chris. He also shares his experience transitioning from Cinematographer to director on the show, managing its large ensemble cast. Beyond "Homicide," Jean has directed episodes of "Battlestar Galactica," "CSI," "...
Mar 07, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Welcome to "Homicide: Life On The Set", which is a brand new monthly podcast that takes a look behind the scenes at the multi-award-winning show "Homicide: Life On The Street." Each episode will feature an exclusive new interview with a member of the cast or crew of the show, looking at what made this show an enduring classic. Expect lots of fascinating insight and anecdotes as we revisit the streets of Baltimore once again.
Feb 23, 2024•2 min
