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Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

316 episodes - English - Latest episode: 22 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9.8K ratings

I’m Michael Rosenbaum, I’ve spent the better part of the last two decades in and out of film and television - mostly known for playing the bald dude on the show Smallville. I’m the guy that you probably don’t know by name, but when you see my face you might say “oh, that guy from that thing.” I’ve befriended some of the most talented people in the business, but it wasn’t until I started inviting them into my home that I realized, I didn’t really know these people. What started as me having some fun, quickly evolved into something I’ve fallen in love with. What I’ve discovered is that all these people aren’t that different from you and me. They have the same insecurities and flaws that we all deal with every day. In a dark, yet enlightening way... I find a lot of comfort in that. I invite you all to join me while I get inside each of these fascinating people.

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Episodes

MORENA BACCARIN: Deadpool Situation, Impostor Syndrome, Chaos with Ben McKenzie & Firefly Reunion

April 04, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour

Morena Baccarin (Deadpool, Gotham) rejoins us this week to share her side of the situation with Deadpool 3 while remembering fond times on set with Ryan Reynolds and traumatic underwater stunts that got cut. Morena talks about thriving in the chaos of being a working mother of three and how her husband, Ben McKenzie, has been helping sound the horn against the current crypto bubble in his new book. We also talk about her thoughts on a return to Firefly, how she was involved in the It’s Always...

DAVID WAIN: Making ‘Wet Hot’, Nude Auditions, Paul Rudd Brilliance, Need For Structure & Niche Comedy

March 28, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour

David Wain (Wet Hot American Summer, Role Models) joins us this week to share how he’s paved his unique path in comedy for decades without sacrificing his style for commercial recognition. David takes us back to his early days at NYU bumping shoulders with guys like Ken Marino and Joe Lo Truglio, going on to form a group full of comedic household names in The State. We also talk about finding the brilliance in Paul Rudd’s performance, issues shooting Wet Hot, and staying creative while prefer...

LARSEN THOMPSON: Props from Beyoncé , Not Taking Things Fricken Serious, Ditching Perfectionism & Working with P!nk

March 21, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour

Larsen Thompson (The Midnight Club, Horrorscope) was an amazing fricken guest this week. She shared her early entry into acting after having to walk away from her passion of dancing for health concerns. Larsen opens up on the idea of her perfectionism and how she’s learned to turn that off while acting, prioritizing performance over her own appearance and ego. We also talk about working with Mike Flanagan on The Midnight Club, her first role under Anthony LaPaglia, and how a retweet from Beyo...

MICHAEL BIEHN: Hitting Rock Bottom, Facing Off with James Cameron, Trouble on Tombstone & LOTS MORE STORIES!

March 14, 2023 07:10 - 1 hour

Michael Biehn (Terminator, Aliens, Tombstone) joins us this week and shares countless memories from his storied career. From his tenure alongside James Cameron, to his fond memories with Bill Paxton, and even revealing the truth about Michael Rooker - Biehn has a ton of fun stories this week. Not only that, but Michael opens up on his dependency on alcohol early in his career, and how hitting rock bottom was the only way to prevent more self destruction. We also get into his friendship with D...

SAM WITWER: SiFi Snafu on Being Human, Harmful TMZ Rumors, Kicked Out of Julliard, Lucasfilm Favors & Smallville

March 07, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Sam Witwer (Being Human, Star Wars) joins us this week and we get deep. He opens up about reassessing his life and how people’s impression of him being a screw up molded his self image for years. Sam talks about how this industry encourages people to hide vulnerability and put up a front; and how some of the false fame that can come as a side effect of this can be harmful to your mental health. Whole lot of real life talk in this episode, but we also get into Sam’s love for (and career with) ...

RACHAEL LEIGH COOK: Haunted by Potential, She’s All That Reflection, Life Changing Motherhood & Dangerous Sets

February 28, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Rachael Leigh Cook (She’s All That, A Tourists Guide to Love) joins us this week and shares her story of quickly moving from Hollywood aspirations growing up in Minnesota to feeling like she was playing catch-up, unable to enjoy the success of the late 90’s box office smash: She’s All That. Rachael was amazing this week!! She talks about the idea of feeling haunted by potential and the weight of the expectations she placed on herself, because of the solid upbringing and support she had behind...

JIM GAFFIGAN: Handling Humiliation, Letterman Validation, Anxiety on Stage, & Fulfillment in Acting

February 21, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Jim Gaffigan (Linoleum, I’m Too Lazy) joins us this week to share his journey as a creative - evolving from a realization that he may never be successful, to becoming a household name as a stand up comic during the Comedy Central heyday, and eventually pursuing indie roles as an actor to satisfy his need for creative fulfillment. Jim talks about his experience growing up as an outsider in middle America and how he had to battle anxiety and stage fright early on in his career doing standup. We...

JONATHAN FRAKES: Star Trek Reunion, New Season of Picard, Recording with Phish & Director Pain Points

February 14, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Jonathan Frakes (Star Trek: The Next Generation, Picard) joins us this week to take us where no guest has gone before… sharing his experience over three decades in the Star Trek franchise and teasing a special reunion during this new season of Picard. Jonathan talks about his experience playing Riker, working with the one and only Patrick Stewart, and the cast’s reaction to learning about Wil Wheaton’s situation off set. We also talk about handling loss, his credit with Phish, and some hilari...

SHANNON ELIZABETH: Saving Animals, American Pie Negotiations, Manifesting Scary Movie & False Perceptions

February 07, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Shannon Elizabeth (American Pie, Scary Movie) joins us this week and shares her experience of handling false perceptions throughout her life - from school, to modeling, to Hollywood, and more. Shannon shares the heart breaking story of what called her to action with her conservationism and her mission of saving animal lives with The Shannon Elizabeth Foundation. We also talk about her experience auditioning and negotiating throughout the American Pie films, how she was able to manifest a role...

ZACHARY LEVI: Loving the Unlovable, Making Room for Peace, Shazam! Sequel, and Sandwich Artistry

January 31, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Zachary Levi (Shazam!, Chuck) joins us once again to give Amell a run for his money for Inside of You appearances. Zach never disappoints with getting deep and this week he gives a healthy (much needed) dose of self love. From the power of observing generosity, to collective manifestation, to the celestial ‘chicken and egg’ - we get into a lot this week. The meat of it revolves around self love and acceptance but Zach also talks about his mental health journey through the decade after Chuck e...

DAN FOGLER: Dueling Pacinos, Filming Fantastic Beasts, Do Or Die Philosophy & Michael J. Fox Regret

January 24, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Dan Fogler (Fantastic Beasts, The Offer) joins us this week and opens up about the little miracles that he manifested throughout his career to pull himself out of lulls and how he keeps a ‘do or die’ philosophy to drive him forward. Dan shares what it was like shooting Fantastic Beasts in the UK over the last several years and what a surreal experience it was for him playing Francis Ford Coppola in The Offer. We also get to hear a match between dueling Christopher Walkens, some on-set stories...

J. K. SIMMONS & DAVID SIMMONS: Love Behind Anger, Impostor Syndrome, Saving Youth Lives & Uncomfortable with Awards

January 17, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

J. K. Simmons (Whiplash, Spiderman) joins us this week to share stories from his time in this industry going from waiting tables and scrounging for pizza - to becoming an Academy Award Winning actor and making his name in films like Whiplash, Spiderman, and Juno… J. K. talks about the love that is behind the anger of many of his iconic performances while going on to tell us what the most fulfilling moment of his career was with the great Aaron Sorkin. The real treat of this episode was when h...

EMMANUELLE CHRIQUI: Reconciling Loss, Entourage Misconceptions, New Lana Lang & Adam Sandler Recon

January 10, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Emmanuelle Chriqui (Superman & Lois, Entourage) joins us this week and opens up on the pivotal moments that changed her life while also getting emotional reconciling the losses in her family. Emmanuelle was awesome this week!! She talked about the hypocrisy of people trying to paint Entourage with a misogynistic brush, and what her real experience was like on the set with the guys. We also get into auditioning for Sandler, how she injured herself in Superman & Lois, and the methodology that t...

STEPHEN AMELL: Future of Heels, Return of Arrow, Sunday Scaries, Shooting Romantic Scenes & Need for External Validation

January 03, 2023 08:10 - 1 hour

Stephen Amell (Heels, Arrow) joins us this week and, as always, hits us with openness and honesty. Love the guy. He talks about the birth of his newest son, the idea of seeking external validation through fame, and how all of his previous anxieties could be tied to withdrawals. We also talk about the future of Heels with the current Starz and Lionsgate untangling, how he would feel if it ended prematurely, and what a potential return to Arrow would look like today. Thank you to our sponsors:...

Hall & Oates JOHN OATES: Wake Up Call

December 20, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

John Oates (Hall & Oates) joins us this week to share his experience in the music industry and the ups and downs that come with being in a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducted, multi million record selling duo like Hall & Oates. John opens up on how he was able to pull himself out of the spiral his life was in during the late 80’s as he wanted to change his image, was dealing with a divorce, and found out that he was being hoodwinked by Wall Street money managers. We also get into the mental hea...

Freaks and Geeks’ SAMM LEVINE: Saved by Shatner

December 13, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Samm Levine (Freaks and Geeks, Minx) joins us this week and shares what it was like going from regurgitating stand up performances at bat mitzvahs to catching the eye of Judd Apatow and lucking into a role in the cult Freaks and Geeks. Samm talks about his time shooting the show and the panic that ensued as a young actor who just had his show canceled. We also talk about working alongside Quentin Tarantino in Inglourious Basterds, his entry into the industry via Lisa Kudrow, and how his impre...

Parenthood’s SAM JAEGER: Lucked Into It

December 06, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Sam Jaeger (Parenthood, The Handmaid's Tale) joins us this week and opens up on how the repetition of denial as an actor has him feeling like his last job will be his last, despite his success in hit shows like Devil in Ohio, Parenthood, and more. Sam talks about how he feels like he’s made it haphazardly through life with his ADD and how later in adulthood he faced anxiety and depression. We also get into what it was like directing co stars on Parenthood, his iconic Gene Hackman stories, and...

Bill & Ted’s ALEX WINTER: Bringing it Back

November 29, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Alex Winter (Bill & Ted, Lost Boys) joins us this week to share his experience of being under the limelight since he was a child, unexpectedly hitting fame with Bill & Teds, and then leaving Hollywood for a much needed sanity break. Alex talks about his enjoyment for acting the lifelong friendships he’s been able to build with costars like Jason Patric and Keanu Reeves. We also talks about growing up with free thinking Bohemian parents, his love for creating documentaries, and burning out in ...

True Blood’s KRISTIN BAUER: Connection is Key

November 22, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Kristin Bauer (True Blood, The Boy Behind the Door) joins us this week to share her experience going from a small town upbringing in Wisconsin, to becoming a cosmetologist, and eventually falling in love with film and landing a dream role in True Blood. Kristin tells all this week, and opens up about some unfortunate experiences in this industry, including being fired off of HBO’s Hung and an extremely uncomfortable and risque audition for Dancing at the Blue Iguana. We also talk about ageism...

True Blood’s DEBORAH ANN WOLL: Confidence Log

November 15, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Deborah Ann Woll (True Blood, Daredevil) joins us this week to share her process as an actor in taking pride and enjoyment in your performance, but not lingering on it after the fact and letting the opinions of others make you defensive in your next role. This idea of other’s opinions gets expanded as Deborah shares her experience being bullied as a teenager and how the isolation and trauma still lingers with her to this day. We also talk unfinished Marvel projects with Daredevil and the Puni...

Napoleon Dynamite JON HEDER: Constantly an Outsider

November 08, 2022 08:10 - 1 hour

Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory) joins us this week and talks about the feeling of ‘constantly being an outsider’ coming to Hollywood from a humble upbringing in the PNW and then heading back to Washington after years in the film industry. Jon shares some crazy stories from his family history that helped shape him into the anxiety and stress free man that he is today. We also get into (of course) our shared bond of horror, why Napoleon Dynamite never had a sequel, and Jon’s memo...

Smile’s KYLE GALLNER and SOSIE BACON: Building Chemistry

November 01, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Kyle Gallner (Outsiders, Smallville) and Sosie Bacon (13 Reasons Why) join me this week to talk about the genius of their new horror film SMILE and what went into the project to get it bumped into theaters from its streaming origins. On top of talking about the twists and turns on and off the screen with Smile, Kyle and Sosie talks about what sorts of insecurities and nerves they carry with them going into every role. Sosie clears up misconceptions about her parents’ (Kevin Bacon and Kyra Sed...

Horror Legend TOM HOLLAND: 60 Years of Stories

October 25, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Tom Holland joins us this week to share incredible story after story from his 60+ year tenure in Hollywood. From taking on the sequel that nobody dared to touch in Psycho 2, to the difficulties of making a doll that people feared in Child’s Play, to resurrecting the vampire genre with a love letter to horror fans in Fright Night… this man has stories! Tons of tales from some memorable eras of cinema. We also talk about how rare horror fans were during his youth, how he left law school to cont...

Fright Night’s CHRIS SARANDON: Humbling Yourself

October 18, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Chris Sarandon (Fright Night, The Princess Bride) joins us this week for an amazing episode full of classic film nostalgia, openness on being humbled at the heights of success, and reflection on an illustrious career. Chris shares several behind the scenes stories of landing roles during auditions including how nerves helped propel his performance during his read with Al Pacino for his break in Dog Day Afternoon. We also talk about which film sent him on a mission of discovery and reflection ...

What We Do in the Shadows’ HARVEY GUILLEN: Butterflies Are Beautiful

October 11, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Harvey Guillen (What We Do in the Shadows) joins us this week to share his journey going from growing up in poverty, collecting cans to fund his pursuit of acting, to landing a hit role in What We Do in the Shadows. Harvey talks about the love and support he received from his family during this pursuit and talks about what it was like coming out to his mother who already had her suspicions. Such a packed episode this week. We also talk about his Metro PCS ads being the pinnacle of his success...

Crashing’s PETE HOLMES: Greenlight Yourself

October 04, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Pete Holmes (Crashing, You Made It Weird) joins us this week to share his triumphant story of going from existential desperation after a canceled late night show to traveling across the country to pitch Judd Apatow on what would go on to become HBO’s Crashing. After we clear the air with fart jokes and punderful bits, Pete opens up on the idea of embracing and acknowledging feelings that many people have a negative connotation of. We also talk about Star Wars cease and desists, spiritual trai...

Comedian ANNIE LEDERMAN: No Boundaries

September 27, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Annie Lederman (Trash Tuesday, Don’t Bore Me) joins us this week and shares a ton! She talks about how having little-to-no boundaries in her childhood led to difficult and traumatic altercations that left her betrayed, took years to overcome, and eventually helped feed her career in comedy. Annie talks about her tendencies to be a people pleaser early in life and the different therapeutic things she’s turned to for help now. We also get into her upbringing as a Quaker, how her dreams of being...

Sons of Anarchy’s THEO ROSSI: Letting Go

September 20, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Theo Rossi (Sons of Anarchy, Emily the Criminal) joins us this week to share his unique perspective on life and how he’s been able to let go of the nonsense and worries that plague people day to day and focus on being a good person. Theo shares the life changing moment that helped him make the decision to leave drug dealing and pursue a career in Hollywood. We also talk about protecting your time when it's finite, the weight of Sons of Anarchy, and the lovable complexity of villains. Learn mo...

The Office’s BRIAN BAUMGARTNER: Celebrating the Ordinary

September 13, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Brian Baumgartner (The Office, Off The Beat) joins us this week to reflect on how the celebration of the ordinary with a show like The Office has led to its resurgence as one of the most popular shows today, even years after it ended. Brian shares stories landing his role as Kevin and talks about how the show has gained a second life with podcasts, NY Times best sellers, and his very own chili cookbook. We also talk about our shared backroom run ins with Jack Nicholson, how separation from hi...

Stand By Me’s WIL WHEATON: Breaking the Cycle

September 06, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Wil Wheaton (Stand By Me, Big Bang Theory) joins us this week to share his brave story of coming to grips with the trauma of his childhood, breaking the cycle so it doesn’t carry on to future generations, and understanding that part of his healing process may lead to a lifetime split from his family. Wil is an open book as he talks about problematic introductions to the world of child acting and how his career was propped up from parental projections onto him. We also get into his annotated l...

Comedian ADAM RAY: Pushing it Down

August 30, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Comedian Adam Ray (Young Rock) joins us this week for an awesome episode full of equal parts (1) vulnerability talking about his troubled past and (2) comedic relief that’ll make you laugh. Adam talks about how he got the role of Vince McMahon in Young Rock and how a bit on Instagram led to his unique friendship with The Rock. We also talk about when crowd work can go wrong, the reason Adam pursued a career in comedy, and his Gemini tendencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Walker’s KATHERINE MCNAMARA: Rise to the Occasion

August 23, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Katherine McNamara (Arrow, Walker: Independence) joins us this week to talk honestly about her experience shooting the prequel to Walker, how it’s different than your typical Western, and what it’s like to be in her first lead role since filming Shadowhunters. Katie Mac goes on to share her emotions returning to the Arrowverse as Mia Smoak and her thoughts behind the spinoff (Green Arrow & The Canaries) not getting picked up. We also talk about the idea of responsibility vs. stress, why Kathe...

Sons of Anarchy’s KIM COATES: Slow Down a Bit

August 16, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

What an episode this week. Kim Coates (Sons of Anarchy, Bad Blood) joins us to talk about how he’s had to learn to slow down and get back to being himself during points in his life when his career was on the rise and he was focused on pleasing others. Coatesy shares fond memories working with Bruce Willis and Kevin Costner, but also remembers other times on set where he had to stick up for people against difficult, rude talent. We also talk about his special relationship with William Fichtner...

Veep’s MATT WALSH: Comedy Is Harder

August 09, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Matt Walsh (Veep, UCB) joins us this week and shares the turning points in his life that moved him from studying psychology and working in a psych ward to becoming a founding member of UCB and a household name in comedy. Matt shares praise for Julia Louis-Dreyfus and notes how important it is to have a good leader for the success of a show like Veep. We also talk about difficulty in dramatic roles, how the middle child is expendable, and how nice it is to take the role of a viewer on your own...

The Righteous Gemstones’ CASSIDY FREEMAN: Puck Ferfection

August 02, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Cassidy Freeman (The Righteous Gemstones, Smallville) joins us this week and talks about the lonely and uncomfortable experience of joining Smallville in its eight season along with the bonds and connections she eventually created with castmates Tom Welling, Erica Durance, and Alison Mack. Cassidy shares her thoughts on the false idea of perfection during comparison and how she has started to let go of the idea of perfectionism. We also talk about the joy of working on the set of The Righteou...

The Shape of Water’s DOUG JONES: A Kind Creature

July 26, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Doug Jones (Star Trek Discovery, The Shape of Water) joins us this week to share his accidental introduction to the world of creature features and how he’s cemented his legacy as one of its most iconic actors with captivating performances in Pan’s Labyrinth, Hellboy, Hocus Pocus, and Oscar best picture winning The Shape of Water. Appearing in countless films together, Doug talks about his special relationship with mastermind Guillermo del Toro and how the two have a unique shorthand way of co...

Revisiting Smallville Episode 2 with Tom Welling | Metamorphosis

July 21, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour

Little bonus drop of Episode 1 of my new show Talk Ville: talkvillepodcast.com/show⁣ Tom and Michael address the step back in the second episode of the series Smallville where the ‘freak of the week’ concept gets solidified with our introduction to a buggy individual. The guys reflect on the suspension of disbelief that it took to shoot certain scenes and what it was like shooting the special effect shots that involved kryptonite and bullet time. During this episode, Michael points out scene...

Peacemaker's ROBERT PATRICK: Learn As You Go

July 19, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Robert Patrick (Peacemaker, Terminator 2) joins us this week and shares his unique perspective in this industry with a forty year tenure, no practical training, and missed opportunities before he found sobriety. Robert opens up on how despite how iconic his character as T-1000 was in Terminator, and how he owes his career to James Cameron, he had to change his appearance to distance himself from the character. We also talk about his chemistry and bond with John Cena, how Demi Moore’s psychic ...

My Smallville Rewatch With Tom Welling | Episode 1: The Pilot

July 14, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour

Little bonus drop of Episode 1 of my new show Talk Ville: talkvillepodcast.com/show⁣ Back to where it all began… Join Tom Welling (Clark) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex) as they revisit the Smallville Pilot episode more than two decades since it was filmed. The guys talk about their experience during the shooting with kingmaker David Nutter, working with established actors like John Schneider, Annette O’Toole, and John Glover, and sentiment filming and releasing around 9/11. After discussing the...

Power’s GIANNI PAOLO: Ice, Camera, Action!

July 12, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Gianni Paolo (Power, Ma) joins us this week and shares his story of going from a world class hockey player with a trajectory for the NHL to leaving that all behind and pursuing his passion for acting. Gianni talks about how his improv skills gained him more time and spin-offs in the Power universe on Starz while also gaining the props of its creator 50 Cent. We also talk about growing up humble after his father lost tens of millions of dollars in the dotcom bubble, his business venture with K...

🎉 New Announcement... Get Ready!

July 08, 2022 07:10 - 3 minutes

Subscribe to the new show: talkvillepodcast.com/show⁣ ⁣ ⁣ Join costars Tom Welling (Clark Kent) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex Luthor) as they take you behind the scenes of one of the greatest shows of all time, Smallville. With this weekly dose of nostalgia you will get an inside look at what it was like to film each episode and hear fun facts that only those on set could tell you! Tag along with Michael and Tom to revisit the iconic series that changed the way you look at one of America’s favo...

Sons of Anarchy's TOMMY FLANAGAN: The Relief of Fear

July 05, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Tommy Flanagan (Sons of Anarchy, Power Book IV) joins us this week and opens up on how his near death experience after a knife fight led to him not only changing career paths from being a DJ to acting, but also allowed him to realize that it’s okay to fear things in life. Tommy talks about drawing from experiences and interactions in his past to inspire his ‘tough guy’ bravado that he portrays with a lot of the roles he has. We also talk about his underprepared experiences on Braveheart and G...

The Office’s KATE FLANNERY: Net of Comedy

June 28, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Kate Flannery (The Office) joins us this week and shares her experience going from bankrupt after toxic relationships to waiting tables through the first season of The Office before it became one of the most beloved sitcoms ever. Kate opens up about using the ‘net of comedy’ to break the pace of emotional or serious performances she may give and how it clouds vulnerability. We also talk about our shared near death plane experience, curbing expectations as an actor, and coming up through Secon...

The Rookie’s NATHAN FILLION: Addressing the Rumors

June 21, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Nathan Fillion (Castle, The Rookie) returns to the show this week to reflect back on tenured success across multiple serieses like Castle and The Rookie, along with cult adoration in Firefly and Serenity, leading us to discuss what’s next and what the escape plan is once his run in Hollywood is done. Nathan shares his secret for positivity in life and his freedom of being in a position to say no rather than taking roles out of need. We also talk about how adversity brings out one’s true color...

Prison Break’s WILLIAM FICHTNER: Putting the Work In

June 14, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

William Fichtner (Prison Break, Black Hawk Down) joins us this week to share his multi decade journey through Hollywood working alongside legends on the screen and how it all started with a random referral while in college. Ficthner gives insight into his process and how, without fail, he always puts in the work before playing any role; expanding on this with a story of his blind character in Robert Zemeckis’ Contact. We also talk about favoring performance over appearance, entering an indust...

Legends of Tomorrow’s CAITY LOTZ: Creatively Stimulated

June 07, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Caity Lotz (Legends of Tomorrow, Arrow) joins us this week and shares her evolution from working as a dancer for Avril Lavigne and Lady Gaga to gaining the respect of her cast and crew as a director on Legends. Later in the show Caity sheds light on her opinion of Legends of Tomorrow ending and how the working conditions, writing, and morale on the show improved with time. We also talk about her first gig in Mad Men, her emotional drive to continue acting, and her desire to distance herself f...

Virgin River’s ANNETTE O'TOOLE: Decades of Hollywood Stories

May 31, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Annette O'Toole (Smallville, Virgin River) joins us this week to share iconic stories from her decades of work alongside Hollywood legends and all the while how her naivety prevented her from being taken advantage of throughout her early career. Annette goes on to tell a crazy story of her travels back and forth across the country during 9/11 and how it inevitably led to her winning an Academy Award. We also talk about her relationship with Michael McKean, enjoying acting now more than ever, ...

Walker’s JARED PADALECKI: Humbling Self Deprecation

May 24, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Jared Padalecki (Walker, Supernatural) returns this week to share the challenges of transitioning into Walker and out of Supernatural all the while wanting to retire from being on screen entirely. Jared gets candid about his work ethic and attributes it to the guilt he felt after an embarrassing story during his time on the Gilmore Girls. We also talk about upcoming prequels, having Jensen Ackles direct an episode of Walker, and why he needs to pour himself into every character he portrays. L...

Smallville’s ERICA DURANCE: Sanctuary in a Bathtub

May 17, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Erica Durance (Smallville, Saving Hope) returns this week to reminisce about the good and bad of her experience on Smallville while reflecting on how her upbringing of idolizing perfection led to prolonged stress and anxiety throughout her career. Erica goes on to open up about how she has a need to stay busy in order to keep calm and how she’s learning that ‘if it doesn’t get done, that’s okay.’ We also talk about our experience on set with fellow cast mates, our happy place, and the false n...

JUDD APATOW: Balancing Work & Making Comedy Magic

May 10, 2022 07:10 - 1 hour

Judd Apatow (Superbad, Knocked Up) joins us this week with endless stories of his experience making comedy magic from being roommates with Adam Sandler and seeing his brilliance before the rest of the world to his directorial/ production experience alongside comedic icons making films with cemented reputations in comedy. Judd talks about the reasoning for having so many projects going at once because of times in the past with some falling through, like Freak and Geeks, or even some taking yea...

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