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Ep203 - He cooks, he acts, he hosts, he scores with Faruq Tauheed
Hollywood Close-Up - December 20, 2017 09:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne premiere Hollywood Close-Up's brand new theme song. Faruq Tauheed ("The Noise", "BattleBots") joins them for the end of the year Holiday episode. Featuring Music – Leah Finkelstein and Heidi-Marie Ferren Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faruqadelphia Twitter: https:/...
Ep202 - Two stars, two powerful journeys with Yorke G. Fryer and Chad Michael Collins
Hollywood Close-Up - November 01, 2017 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne celebrate Halloween with their new stage mama, Maw Kitty. They share new sketches and talk to the stars of BYUtv's "Extinct" Yorke G. Fryer and Chad Michael Collins. Featuring Music – Dave Smith and Garry Corman with the OC9 Music Group The Boobe' Sisters EXTINCT Theat...
Ep201 - Knowing What You Really Want To Do with Thomas J. Churchill
Hollywood Close-Up - September 27, 2017 08:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne share what's on the horizon for Hollywood Close-Up. Filmmaker Thomas J. Churchill (Nation's Fire, Lazarus: Apocalypse) joins them to talk about going from VHS editing to directing an Academy Award nominee. Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson with the OC9 Music Group http...
Ep200 - Celebrating a Milestone...with Natalie and Wayne
Hollywood Close-Up - September 20, 2017 08:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWith 200 episodes in the books, who better to celebrate with than the hilarious Steve Tom! Featuring Music – LaFemme Niketta Slant Heidi-Marie Ferren
Ep199 - "As long as you're breathing, you can achieve" with Stacey Taylor
Hollywood Close-Up - September 06, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne talk via phone call with two time Emmy award winning director Noel Quinones about his documentary film Uno A Uno. Stand-up comedian Stacey Taylor joins them live to talk about making life changes and the Straight Jacket Comedy Tour. Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson with t...
Ep198 - "The Actor's Life: A Survival Guide" with Jenna Fischer!
Hollywood Close-Up - August 30, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne share different ways to help in the relief effort for victims of Hurricane Harvey. Actress and author Jenna Fischer ("The Office", Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story) joins them in-studio to talk about her new book "The Actors Life: A Survival Guide". Featuring Music – Bev & Clif...
Ep197 - Filming From the Heart with Tess Broussard
Hollywood Close-Up - August 23, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne remember the comedy genius Jerry Lewis. Actress and model Tess Broussard (Comedy Central's "Kroll Show") talks about her charitable work and being a good role model for her daughter.
Ep196 - "Maw Kitty's Got Talent" with S.J. Mendelson
Hollywood Close-Up - August 16, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne are featured in Backstage AGAIN! S.J. Mendelson AKA Maw Kitty gives them a behind the scenes look at being a contestant on "America's Got Talent", shares her love for Simon Cowell and talks about being cast in a pilot for Netflix. Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan Website...
Ep195 - The SAG-AFTRA National Presidential Candidates Discuss Their Platforms
Hollywood Close-Up - August 10, 2017 08:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne offer the SAG-AFTRA National Presidential Candidates an unbiased environment to discuss the issues at hand. Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan
Ep194 - Home is Where the Heart Is with Bai Ling
Hollywood Close-Up - August 09, 2017 15:04 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne review the SAG-AFTRA TV/Theatrical contract vote. International actress Bai Ling ("Entourage", Red Corner) chats about the long casting process and truly being in the moment on set. Featuring Music – Florence Hartigan http://officialbailing.com https://www.instagram.com/re...
Ep193 - Starting your day at 4AM with Ezina
Hollywood Close-Up - August 02, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne speak fondly of the late Sam Shepard. Former Miss Black USA, musician and author Ezina spills the "fries" on multitasking in the business. Featuring Music – Aliyah Moulden http://www.ezina.com https://twitter.com/Ezina https://www.instagram.com/ezinatv
Ep192 - Feeling comfortable behind the mic with Christina Marie Leonard
Hollywood Close-Up - July 26, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie goes to live theatre while Wayne goes to a movie theater. Actress, comedienne and writer Christina Marie Leonard ("Loch Ness", The Hidden Rebels Podcast) drops by to talk about how Pocahontas and Princess Leia influenced her career in entertainment. Featuring Music – Aliyah Moulden h...
Ep191 - Being in the Moment with Aliyah Moulden
Hollywood Close-Up - July 19, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne get a call from past guest James Chalke with some exciting news. Singer and actress Aliyah Moulden (Netflix's Anastasia) joins them to chat about her experience working with coach Blake Shelton on NBC's "The Voice" and tells them about her early birthday gift. Website: https...
Ep190 - Veterans Join Forces to Make a Movie with Vincent "Rocco" Vargas
Hollywood Close-Up - July 12, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIt's the Natalie and Wayne are back from summer hiatus episode. Actor, writer, producer and U.S. Veteran Vincent "Rocco" Vargas (Not a War Story, "Sons Of Anarchy: Mayans MC") calls from Las Vegas to talk about making a film on a low budget and working with Kurt Sutter. Guest Links WEBSITE: ...
Ep189 - Empowering Music Careers with Bev & Cliff Nelson
Hollywood Close-Up - June 21, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIt's almost break time with Natalie and Wayne. Husband and wife team Cliff and Bev Nelson talk about their journey from writing their first song on the road to creating music with the OC9 Music Group. Guest Links WEBSITE: http://oc9musicgroup.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/oc9musicg...
Ep188 - Becoming Einstein with Jack Fry
Hollywood Close-Up - June 14, 2017 08:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIt's the best of the Tony Awards talk with Natalie and Wayne. Playwright, actor and teacher Jack Fry (They Call Me Mister Fry) channels Einstein! and chats about finding the right storyteller to direct your work. Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www.einstein...
Ep187-Drop It Like It's...Comedy with Mischa McCortney
Hollywood Close-Up - June 07, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne chat about covering the red carpet at the AA4K Studios Student Short Film Premiere. Actress Mischa McCortney (Dropouts Comedy) joins them to talk about writing sketches with the one you love and how stand-up comedy can be therapeutic. Featuring Music – Bev & Cliff Nelson Gu...
Ep186 - The Beautiful Thing About Being a Multi-Hyphenate with Caitlin O'Connor
Hollywood Close-Up - May 31, 2017 08:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne contemplate the the age old question – Is it appropriate to wear white before Memorial Day? Actress Caitlin O'Connor (American Satan and Glass Jaw) joins them to chat about hosting the upcoming Maxim Hot 100 List Party and shares her secrets to a successful beach photoshoot. ...
Ep185 - Making the Moments with Filmmaker Jenn Page
Hollywood Close-Up - May 24, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne recap their favorite moments from the 2017 Billboard Music Awards. Producer Jenn Page chats about being an independent film director and her upcoming passion project Playing with Beethoven. Featuring Music – No Small Children GUEST LINKS WEBSITE: http://jennpage.com TWIT...
Ep184 - A Film Franchise in the Making with Producer Jason Raphael
Hollywood Close-Up - May 17, 2017 08:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne give tips for that last minute audition. Filmmaker Jason Raphael returns via phone to share updates on his film A New Beginning and his new comedy project. Featuring Music – Slant Guest Links FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ANewBeginningFilm IMDb: http://www.imdb.com/...
Ep183 - Creating a Visceral Experience Through Immersive Dance with Sophia Stoller
Hollywood Close-Up - May 10, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne defend the creatives. Choreographer and creator of the immersive dance performance "The Other Side," Sofia Stoller chats about the many facets of her production which touch on political and social hierarchy. Featuring Music – Slant Guest Links WEBSITE: www.sophiastoller.c...
Ep182 - Directing is like creating the perfect pizza with director Mary Lou Belli
Hollywood Close-Up - May 03, 2017 08:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne rejoice, NO WGA STRIKE! Director, author and acting instructor Mary Lou Belli ("Famous In Love", "NCIS: New Orleans") compares directing to making a pizza and talks about how the camera reads everything in an actor's eyes.
Ep181 - Telling Stories Through Turn Tables with DJ Will Gill
Hollywood Close-Up - April 26, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsSocial Media challenge accepted and completed. Natalie and Wayne chat with DJ Will Gill about spring break with Flo Rida and how he uses his turn tables to tell stories. Guest Links WEBSITE: https://www.wge-events.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/djwillgill DJ Will Gill's Mixes: ht...
Ep180 - Lights, Camera, Horror with Phoenix Forgotten Star Florence Hartigan
Hollywood Close-Up - April 19, 2017 08:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne discuss working for free. Phoenix Forgotten star Florence Hartigan joins them to talk about preparing for a horror role and opening a flower shop! Featuring Music – Losers Like Us Guest Links TWITTER: https://twitter.com/flohasthoughts INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.co...
Ep179 - Filming a Movie within a Movie with Edward Payson
Hollywood Close-Up - April 12, 2017 08:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne debate over proper chocolate bunny eating etiquette. Director Edward Payson (Our Friend Jon, Paranormal Central) joins them to talk about his film school experiences and filming a movie within a movie. Featuring Music – The Last Gunfighter Guest Links WEBSITE: http://www....
Ep178 - Falling in Love with Country Music with Katelyn Marie
Hollywood Close-Up - April 05, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne pay homage to the Groundlings founder Gary Austin. Country music singer-songwriter Katelyn Marie joins them to chat about her writing techniques and building her team with the OC9 Music Group. Guest Links WEBSITE: https://www.katelynmariemusic.com TWITTER: https://twitter....
Ep177 - Being Your Own Superhero with Kimleigh Smith
Hollywood Close-Up - March 29, 2017 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne chat about the possible WGA strike. Empowering actress and star of her own super woman show Kimleigh Smith (T-O-T-A-L-L-Y, The Discovery) talks about being your own superhero and her new Netflix movie with Robert Redford.
Ep176 - Navigating LA with Ben Lopez
Hollywood Close-Up - March 22, 2017 11:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsBreaking News: There's traffic in LA! Natalie and Wayne discuss how to maneuver the gridlock and other travel options. The National Association of Latino Independent Producers executive director, Ben Lopez joins them to chat about connecting Latino content creators and preparing them to compete i...
Ep175 - Preserving our planet with environmentalists and documentary filmmakers Paul Padgett and Anahit Etemadi
Hollywood Close-Up - March 15, 2017 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWayne goes all Kong, as "This is Us" consumes Natalie. Rockers 4 Wildlife hosts Paul Padgett and Anahit Etemadi share some of their solutions for environmental issues and how they implement them to help save the planet.
Ep174 - Sharing your #ActorsLife on Social Media with Heidi Dean
Hollywood Close-Up - March 08, 2017 12:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsNatalie and Wayne chat with musicians Kayley Stallings and Richard Tichelman as they prepare for their live performances at Planet Love Fest and Whisky A Go Go . Social media strategist Heidi Dean (Marketing 4 Actors) joins them live (on the phone) to talk about the importance of an actor's onlin...
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