They Call Me Supermensch
A Backstage Pass to the Amazing Worlds of Film, Food, and Rock'n'Roll
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Shep Gordon
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Shep Gordon
About this listen
An eye-popping peek into the entertainment industry from the magnetic force who has worked with an impeccable roster of stars throughout his storied career.
In the course of his legendary career as a manager, an agent, and a producer, Shep Gordon has worked with and befriended some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry, from Alice Cooper to Bette Davis, Raquel Welch to Groucho Marx, Blondie to Jimi Hendrix, Sylvester Stallone to Salvador Dali, Luther Vandross to Teddy Pendergrass. He is also credited with inventing the "celebrity chef" and has worked with Nobu Matsuhisa, Emeril Lagasse, Wolfgang Puck, Roger Vergé, and many others, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
In this wonderfully engaging memoir, the charismatic entertainment legend recalls his life, from his humble beginnings as a "shy, no self-esteem Jewish nebbisher kid with no ambition" in Oceanside, Long Island, to his unexpected rise as one of the most influential and respected personalities in show business, revered for his kindness, charisma - and fondness for a good time.
Gordon shares riotous anecdotes and outrageous accounts of his freewheeling, globe-trotting experiences with some of the biggest celebrities of the past five decades, including his first meeting with Janice Joplin in 1968, when the raspy singer punched him in the face.
Told with incomparable humor and heart, They Call Me Supermensch is a sincere, hilarious behind-the-scenes look at the worlds of music and entertainment from the consummate Hollywood insider.
©2016 Shep Gordon (P)2016 HarperCollins PublishersWhat listeners say about They Call Me Supermensch
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- Annon
- 26-07-24
Incredible life
Seen this movie-doc a number of years ago and the stories shared by countless celebrities always stuck with me, so to hear these stories and more, direct from the man himself and learning about the man was amazing. A book I didn’t want to finish.
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- Dan Climpson
- 13-02-19
well worth a read
the stories are entertaining and illustrate a middas touch, however the true message is about the importance of integrity and saying yes to opportunity!
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- Vicky
- 03-03-17
Thank you, Thank you
What did you like most about They Call Me Supermensch?
Narrated by Shep himself, this audio book is an open and inspiring account of what life can be when you embrace opportunities and remain humble. Loved it.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
When Shep meets the Dalai Lama.
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- Andrei
- 06-10-16
Amazing life story
This is one of the very few books that made me laugh and cry sometimes at the same time. It's such an amazing story of a life well leaved and well told with strong values that guided Shep throughout and with spontaneity.
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- matt
- 29-03-17
Shep
Loved it so much I have told all my friends to read or listen. 5 days ago I didn't know Shep but now I won't forget him for the rest of my life 100% recommend a fantastic listen.
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- Mark
- 30-03-17
Thank you Thank you
Brilliant book, beautifully read by the author. Loved every second of it and now plan to watch the Mike Myers film.
I can't recommend this highly enough.
Top marks all round.
Thank you Shep.
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- Money-Coach
- 06-10-16
Moving and funny
I can't recommend this book highly enough. I found it warm, funny and very very real.
Would love to meet Shep one day.
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