The Martin Sheen Podcast | Storytelling, Human Interest & Conversations

In this episode, Martin shares a deeply moving account of his time on the London stage in Larry Kramer’s landmark play “The Normal Heart.” More than a personal artistic challenge, the experience placed him at the heart of a pivotal moment in history, as the AIDS epidemic was just unfolding.

From receiving the unexpected offer from Joe Papp to his time in England, Martin recounts the remarkable journey that culminated in a life-changing breakthrough during one unforgettable performance. Told with his signature warmth, humor and compassion, this poignant story offers an intimate glimpse into a transformative chapter of both his life and the cultural moment in which it unfolded.

The show concludes with the support of life-affirming quotes and a beautiful and haunting poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 2 Shadows & Light

The story “Notes on London’s Heart” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission.

Consider This Agatha Christie autobiography quote

“Hymn to the Night” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore

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In this follow-up to his previous story about working on the epic “Apocalypse Now” Martin transports listeners back to the jungles of the Philippines, where an exhilarating yet relentless filming schedule tested everyone involved. Accompanied by his family and buoyed by long awaited supplies shipped from the United States, he recalls how the film’s raw, unforgettable opening sequence was captured almost entirely by chance.

Martin then shares the story of Marlon Brando’s much anticipated arrival on the set, reflecting on the extraordinary experience working alongside this legendary actor. Their time together became not only the highlight of the production but the most rewarding of Martin’s career.

This is followed by a brief selection of thought provoking quotes and heroic poetry from the frontlines of battle by Tennyson.

A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 1 Worth Fighting For

The story “Apocalypse, You’re In For It Now Part II” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission.

Consider This Benjamin Franklin “No good war or bad peace”

“The Charge of the Light Brigade” Alfred Lord Tennyson

“Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore

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Please join me each Sunday for a beautifully crafted 20-minute journey of personal exploration. I am proud to say “The Martin Sheen Podcast” is now in its 4th season!

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In this special episode Martin steps back from storytelling and poetry and joins his production team at the mic instead to have an informal chat and answer the burning question, “Whose idea was this podcast?”

Listeners are invited to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the origins of Martin’s podcast, how it evolved and where it’s all going. 

A complete list of writers & poets the special episode “Whose Idea Was This Podcast?”

“The Age Demanded” Ernest Hemingway

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This episode is full of literary works, speeches and poems by American authors and American public figures. A letter to America, if you will, the country we love, the one we criticize and the one we know can always be better, the one we are dreaming of.

Join Martin as he wishes a happy 250th birthday to America through the recitation of “America the Beautiful” and other beloved poetry. The episode concludes with a passionate and moving rendition of President Abraham Lincoln’s Second Inaugural Address.

A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 10 The American Dream

“America the Beautiful” Katherine Lee Bates

Consider This Alexander Hamilton like founding father, like son

“A Shadow” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“The Song of the Stone Wall” Helen Keller

Consider This Inauguration speeches, the short and long of it

The poem “I Am Waiting” by Lawrence Ferlinghetti from Coney Island of the Mind, copyright 1955 is included in this podcast with permission of New Directions Publishing Corporation

“Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore

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