Sun, Sep 12, 2021
In 2020, you more than likely were part of over 64 Million households that watched the Netflix Docudrama called "Tiger King". And if you didn't watch it, then probably you heard about it on the internet, as it seemed that everyone was talking about it non-stop there. When it was done, Joe Exotic was a minor celebrity and Carole Baskin was being crucified on the internet as a villain. We all know what happened to Joe Exotic after the show was done, and might even read this from his prison cell. He'll have plenty of time over the next 15 or so years before he can apply for release for his murder for hire plot against Carole. But what about Carole? Thats where this podcast picks up. We talk with Carole about her life after Joe Exotic and the airing of the Tiger King. We talk about how she overcame it, how she moved past thousand and thousands of death threats. We talk about why she went on Dancing with the Stars and what she hoped to gain from that. ANd lastly we talk about the work to stop Big Cat breeding and cub/kitten petting at these Tiger and Lion Farms all over the United States, and why this legislation is so very important. She wants to put herself out of business - find out why.
Sun, Sep 19, 2021
This week on Pop Culture Addicts we talk with two cool Canucks. Thats right two awesome ladies from the Great White North. Ok , if you havent caught on yet - they are from Canada. Rebeka Herron and Trish Rainone from 180 Sisterhood productions join us. We have a great discussion about backgrounds and how they got into the film making business. We talk about gender bias in a typically male driven world, and what they do to work through those bias' when they find them. We also talk about where the name 180 Sisterhood comes from, why Poutine is so freaking amazing - and did I forget anything? Oh yeah, they have a freaking awesome podcast called "Drunk Read Thrus", a podcast where Rebeka and Trish drink some flavorful adult beverages and read some old scripts. Its highly entertaining and worthy of your subscription. Speaking of subscribing, dont forget to subscribe to Pop Culture Addicts while your at it - thanks a bunch.
Sun, Sep 26, 2021
This week on Pop Culture Addicts, we talk with Joshua Schubart. He's a great guy from Long Island, New York, and we really enjoyed talking with him. Our conversation with Joshua covers parenthood, modeling, acting, useless nipples on new dads, and even a brief dive into the world of romance novels. We also discuss After, a series about a widower navigating life and the dating scene after losing his wife. The series, starring Joshua, is a story of life, love, and rebirth. We also discuss Joshua's love of comic books, and his dream to portray Ben Grimm, Marvel Comics' The Thing, on the big screen. #schubartsclobberingtime Don't forget to subscribe to Pop Culture Addicts while you're at it. Thanks a bunch.
Sun, Oct 3, 2021
In this episode, we get to talk to Shannan Wilson, a Texas girl at heart, enjoying outdoor activities, camping, and playing sports. Shannan also loves British humor and is extremely hard to offend. - unless you tell her that she looks tired. Recently, and notably, she played Bobbi Mahoney in the Netflix series "Halston," so we chat with her about that, as well as her favorite concerts, and what its like to film during a global health emergency. Its a really interesting conversation, folks, you don't want to miss it.
Sun, Oct 10, 2021
We sit down with Billboard sensation April Rose Gabrielli to discuss her latest hit song, "Do You?" along with her musical background, the differences between being a band member and solo artist, and what advice she would give to new musicians just starting out. April has toured the US, Canada and internationally having supported/opened for artists such as: Andy Black, The Faim, KULICK, Metro Station, Ryan Cassata, and Mae Krell. Most recent credits include performing in the heart of Times Square, after a sold out debut performance at NYC's Bitter End, and a virtual performance with "Let Me Help Foundation" and #IAmNoJoke anti-bullying campaign celebrity benefit featuring: Sir Patrick Stewart, Ozzy Osbourne, Rick Wakeman, Julian Lennon, Lights and more for 10,000+ fans. April's song "Tameless" was selected as the title and trailer track for "Not The Science Type" a documentary about female scientists that made it' at NYC's Tribeca Film Festival in June 2021. Her songs have airplay on Sirius XM radio, Idobi Radio as well as placement on Spotify's 'The New Alt' and 'New Noise' playlists.
Sun, Oct 17, 2021
Fill the horn. Light the fire. This week, we have the privilege of sitting down with Brad Sprauer, better known to many as Oengus MacOg, the thundering bard frontman of the band Pictus. There's lots to discuss, from kilts to cats, from Scottish accents to Irish pubs, and when bagpipe music stops lulling toddlers to sleep and starts turning them into pillaging, gnome-sized barbarians.
Sun, Oct 24, 2021
If you grew up in the late 80's and the 90's then you no doubt heard the music of Jane's Addiction. We talk with Stephen Perkins, the drummer of Janes Addiction, Porno for Pyros, The Halloween Jack and a few other bands. We talk with Stephen about growing up and learning about drums. We talk about the growth of Janes Addiction and how that spread out into other projects over the years and how these expansions in projects impacted his music, and his drum playing. We talk about his musical influences like David Bowie, The New York Dolls, and punk rock in general. In fact. one of the new releases for The Halloween Jack is a unique rocked up cover of the New York Dolls song called "Trash". Stephen and the rest of the band wanted to put this song out as a tribute/ token of love to the glam/punk band's Sylvain Sylvain who died after losing his battle with cancer. Stephen also tells us about his newest project "Perkins Palace" which is a new record label for up and coming talent that needs an opportunity much like Jane's Addiction did when they got signed. So much to cover, and so much to enjoy.
Sun, Oct 31, 2021
We have the honor of sitting down with Mark Pellegrino from movies and shows like LOST, Capote, American Rust, Supernatural, The Big Lebowski and others to talk about his work, his upcoming work and even some fan favorites. Mark shares with us what it was like to work with his wife, Tracy on their upcoming series called "Strangers in a Strange Land", and how that series was shot across the globe during their travels. We talk about his acting career, how he prepares for roles and what he puts into characters who are already well established before he works with them, and what acting takes from him to make those characters convincing. Mark also share advice for aspiring actors and what he found to helpful when he was younger and coming up i the acting scene. We also talk to Mark about a project very near and dear to him called "The Guardian Project" where he is working to help people not only overcome online bullying but how to avoid it. "The Guardian Project" deals with the issues presented to our modern world and how to use the gift of social media in a way that benefits all, not injures. This is an intriguing conversation with an intriguing guest.
Sun, Nov 7, 2021
In this episode, we sit down with Maxim model, former lumber salesperson, and co-host of FanRoom live, Sherry Nelson. The conversation covers a wide variety of topics, including one of our favorites, the Canadian delicacy known as poutine. Audio only versions of this conversations are available on your favorite podcast destinations like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Stitcher and more.
Sun, Nov 14, 2021
Our guest today is Leland Sklar, studio and touring bassist for artists like Phil Collins, Toto, and James Taylor. His bass playing has appeared on over 2600 albums, so even if you've never heard of him, you've probably heard him. Leland even found some time to release an album as a member of the band The Immediate Family in August of this year. So sit back, relax, and enjoy our conversation with one of the hardest working men in music over the last five decades. Audio only versions of this conversations are available on your favorite podcast destinations like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Stitcher and more.
Sun, Nov 21, 2021
This week welcome Stacey Toy to Pop Culture Addicts. Stacey Toy is someone that you need to know and whose career you should be paying attention to. Stacey is a producer, a manager and host of Fanroom LIVE. You can see the movie she produced with WWE Superstar Gene Snitsky at your favorite movie rental site. She manages the up and coming rapper Jarrell "PYRO" Johnson, and Fanroom LIVE is an experience you have to experience to understand. We talk with Stacey about what it takes to keep her composure as a woman in what many think to be a mans world, and how she consistently moves her way forward and be taken seriously, as she should be. We talk about how she made it through working with Bam Magera without killing him. We talk to her about her friendship and work relationship with Kevin Smith, Ernie O'Donnell, and more from the Jersey crew. And perhaps most importantly Stacey Toy explains to us all what it means to be a Producer.
Sun, Nov 28, 2021
World renowned acting coach Michelle Danner sits down with us this week to talk about her career as an actress and acting teaching. We discuss how she got started in both avenues, as well as her recent works, including files The Runner and Bad Impulse, as well as her upcoming book based on years of experience, The Golden Box.
Sun, Dec 5, 2021
Episode 13 finds us talking with Eileen Shapiro. Eileen is a Celebrity Rock Journalist and one half of the dynamic duo that runs WorldStar PR. We talk with Eileen about her journeys in writing from The Star Trek Medical Manual to her book "Waiting For Adam", where she talks about her run-ins with other celebrities and musicians along the way. We also talk with her about WorldStar PR, a Public Relations firm that she runs with her business Partner and the "King of Cool"- Jimmy Star. We ask her about her PR work and what she looks for in new clients. Its an amazing chat with an absolutely amazing woman. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.
Sun, Dec 12, 2021
In this episode, Tim and Kathleen sit down with David Fishof, founder of Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp, to discuss the Camp, as well as his work with Ringo Starr, The Monkees, the New York Giants Football team, and more. Don't forget to watch his movie - Rock Camp. You won't want to miss it.
Sun, Dec 19, 2021
This week, our chat is with Lisa Crawford and Kim Lombard part of the creative team behind the show "Pink Is In" We talk about the inception of the show and why it's not just another prison show; filming during covid and distribution of the show in the streaming era of Hulu, Netflix and the like; and, since they are from Canada and we love food, we talk about the power of Poutine.
Sun, Jan 2, 2022
In this episode, we dive into the Alpha Rift with actor Aaron Dalla Villa. He tells us about his inspirations and influences when it comes to music, acting and dancing. We talk about his time and set and why this movie is one you need to watch. Aaron also lends some help to Kathleen in trying to convince Tim to watch another musical (It doesn't work). Welcome to 2022, Addicts.
Sun, Jan 9, 2022
Kazy Tauginas is one of the few using film and television to raise much-needed awareness about Lupus. If you haven't seen his film, "Standing Eight," you definitely should. We sit down with him to discuss his inspiration for the film, how he became a cat owner during shutdown, and what the future holds for independent content creators.
Sun, Jan 16, 2022
In this episode of Pop Culture Addicts we talk with former child star and just the nicest guy you will ever meet - John Eimen. We talk with John about his time as an actor, including stories about meeting Rod Serling on the set of Twilight Zone, about his time as the Carnation Milk Mustache boy, his music on his youtube channel and more.
Sun, Jan 23, 2022
This week on Pop Culture Addicts our guest is a rap artist, with a new album out, called Life is a Musical. Jarrell "Pyro" Johnson is also an actor with some notable credits and some pretty awesome ones that we wish we could talk about, but NDA's being NDA's, that means we all have to wait until sometime in 2022 to see what awesomeness our guest has become involved in. We talk music, acting, inspirations and how under all these layers of cool is a nerd who loves comic books, superhero and Sci-fi movies.
Sun, Jan 30, 2022
Meet Mike Virgillio and Adam Gagnon from Social Studies Comics. Mike and Adam are Indie comic creators who share their backgrounds, how they met, and what their artistic influences were. They also tell us why they feel that indie creators, whether it's in comics, film making , podcasting or whatever is the wave of the future. They explain how they are making their way in the packed comics field and how we can help all indie creators in this age of media. They even share with us what they would do with a time machine and why - pretty interesting stuff.
Sun, Feb 6, 2022
This week we introduce you to Reena Friedman Watts, the host of the podcast called - Better Call Daddy. We talk with Reena about being a story chaser, a producer of the Jerry Springer show, and why the stories she finds mean so much to her. Reena also tells us about chasing down the perfect story for her shows and some of the humor attached with it. Great chat as always with Reena, be sure to check out her show - Better Call Daddy to hear her conversations with her guests, and her Daddy's advice at the end of the show for the guest.
Sun, Feb 13, 2022
This week we talk with Dedee Pfeiffer, star of the hit ABC series Big Sky. We talk about her long career in movies such as Frankie and Johnnie, Falling Down and The All Nighter, and TV shows like Cybill, Friends, Seinfeld, ER and Supernatural. Not to mention that she put herself back through school to receive a Masters Degree in Social Work and a bachelors in Psychology as well. So many cool topics to talk about. We hope you enjoy our time with Dedee just as much as we did.
Sun, Feb 20, 2022
This week we welcome legendary actor, environmentalist, and all around good guy, Ed Begley Jr. to Pop Culture Addicts. We talk about his line of enviro-safe cleaning products, his work in acting, the Beatles, the time he got arrested for impersonating a police officer (Thanks John Eimen) and so much more.
Sun, Feb 27, 2022
Hey. Did you know that Jeff Dwoskin has a podcast? If not, you should. Jeff is a social media expert, stand up comedian and in fact, a podcaster. We talk about his work in life before he began is podcast and how that lead him to podcasting. We also talk a bit about his show "LIVE from Detroit. The Jeff Dwoskin Show" and his other show, which is an extension of LIVE from Detroit, called "Crossing the Streams."
Sun, Mar 6, 2022
Mike Figliola wrote a book about a neighborhood in Queens, NYC that has been amazingly reviewed and loved by its readers for its authenticity of the neighborhood he writes about and for the heart he gave the stories contained within. We talk about it and how it came to be. We also talk about his work in television and radio for quite some time with jobs as a writer, reporter and producer at CNN and Sirius XM Radio, amongst other locations. With him being from New York, we of course talk with him about his indoctrinationated love for the New York Mets and New York Jets. And there's even some music chatter - lots going on here.
Sun, Mar 13, 2022
Thomas Tulak came into our world with the movie Hook as the littlest of the lost boys - Too Small. We talk about his memories of being on set, and his cherished memories of his friend Robin Williams. We talk about the movies he's making and directing today, including a Star Wars modern day fan fiction take about the hunt for Jedi and Force users. His IMDb list will give you more information on who Done Done DONE it? And then, the cherry on top of the great ice cream sundae that was this conversation for Kathleen was finding out that Thomas is a Whovian ... a fellow Doctor Who fan.
Sun, Mar 20, 2022
Tim and Kathleen talk to author and cleaning guru Pauline Irene Stacey about her book - "No Time to Clean? Listen to Pauline!" We talk about her book, her systems that improve your view of cleaning and how she became interested in writing with such an amazing background as she has had.
Sun, Mar 27, 2022
Tim and Kathleen had the privilege of sitting down with Daphne Maxwell Reid. You may know Daphne best as Aunt Viv on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air from 1993 to 1996. But we talk with her about other passions and bits of information as well, for instance - being an accomplished photography, her cookbooks, as well as being a clothing designer and creator. You may not know it, but Daphne is also a woman of firsts - she was the first Woman of Color to be the Homecoming Queen at NorthWestern University, and she was one of the first Women of Color to be on the cover of Glamour Magazine. Not to mention that Daphne has been a spokesperson for Virginia State University, a traditional HBCU, helping students learn the importance of education and career prep. We talk about it all .. hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did.
Sun, Apr 3, 2022
This week on Pop Culture Addicts Tim and Kathleen welcome Actress, Voice Over Artist, and Emmy Award Winner Patrika Darbo to the show. We talk about her work on daytime dramas like The Young and The Restless and Days of Our Lives, Movies like The Burbs, Rango, Babe and more. She tells us what it's like to work in daytime dramas and the importance of knowing your lines and respecting the work you do. We also talk about her charitable work with a group called The Thalians and why she enjoys working with them so much. And we laugh .... A LOT. We truly enjoyed our chat with Patrika.
Sun, Apr 10, 2022
You may best know Richard from the cult classic movie Office Space where he plays Tom Symkowski, a man who wants to invent a "Jump to Conclusions" mat in the face of possibly losing his job to downsizing. But you've also seen him Deuce Bigalow, Lethal Weapon 4, Joe Dirt, Transformers :Age of Extinction, Bridesmaids and literally about 400 other movies, TV Shows and shorts. We talk with Richard about his career, his background and career influences, advice for younger actors who are up and coming and even what kind of business he would start with a gift of $75k ... and not its not a jump to conclusions mat ..
Sun, Apr 17, 2022
This week on Pop Culture Addicts we present Vinnie Favale. Vinnie has been around pop culture for a very long time. Vinnie is the co-founder of Comedy Central, has been an executive in charge of production for The David Letterman Show and the Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Live Events of CBS TV Studios. He's an author, an avid Beatles fan and a podcast host. And during all of that, he found time to write a musical, including the songs, even though he doesn't play an instrument. And speaking of musicals, we talk about how much Vinnie and Kathleen love them, and Tim still hates them ..... so there's that. We had an absolutely wonderful chat with Vinnie. Buckle in for the ride and enjoy the laughs.
Sun, Apr 24, 2022
This week on Pop Culture Addicts we welcome versatile actor, producer, musician - oh yeah, and he's a chef too. - Jonathan Stoddard, who has been in many shows and movies that you have seen, but perhaps most recognizably for his 3 year stint on The Young and The Restless. We talk about movies, music and the differences between working on a daytime drama and working on other sets, Cooking classes, why I was singing to tater tots one night at a bar, why the baby of the family is sneaky and yet fun, and more ... seriously we talk about nearly anything and everything.
Sun, May 1, 2022
Our guest this week is film maker and author Andrew Bennett. Andrew has documented and filmed videos the Deftones, Katy Perry, The Dresden Dolls, Jonas Brothers, Nickelback and more. That "more" includes the subject of his book "Eruption in the Canyon: 212 Days and Nights with the Genius of Eddie Van Halen". We talked to Andrew about his inspirations and influences. We talked about some pretty great behind the scenes stories of what Eddie Van Halen was REALLY like and how things went down at the infamous 5150 Van Halen recording studios. And from the outside looking in, it would appear that Eddie Van Halen clearly favored one of these bands over the other - The Jonas Brothers and Nickelback. Be sure to listen to the stories Andrew tells us to find out who .... And lastly ...we talk about how Andrew got to be the singer for Van Halen for a day, and what Eddie thought of his singing ability ..
Sun, May 8, 2022
This week on Pop Culture Addicts we talk with Brad Kesten. Brad is a long time voice over artist and the voice of the iconic Peanuts character Charlie Brown. We talk about being a child actor and what that meant for him. We talk about whether it was easier to be an actor or to be a kid. What the role of Charlie Brown meant to him as well. We talk about how he approached such an iconic role, considering that he was not the first to voice the character. But we also talk about other roles Brad has had in movies like Indiana Jones:Temple of Doom, Gremlins and more. Great chat with a really great guy.
Sun, May 15, 2022
Sean Kanan is our guest this week on Pop Culture Addicts, We talk with Sean about his work on Karate Kid III and if that will translate into Cobra Kai. We talk about his work on daytime dramas as Deacon Sharpe and AJ Quartermaine. We talk about his Emmy Award Winning show Studio City which can now be found on Amazon Prime Video. But also talk with Sean about his motivational book - The Way of the Cobra. Sean talk about the mistakes he's made in his life and how those experiences may help you in similar situations. Great, common sense advice offered in this book. You can buy an autographed copy from Sean Kanan on his website.
Sun, May 22, 2022
In this episode, we sit down with Robert of Abney Park to discuss their upcoming release, "Giants of Iron and Steam", along with Roberts musical history, and the future of digital music and live shows. Lots to enjoy in this one. Dont forget to check out the rest of our show on your favorite podcast provider.
Sun, Jun 12, 2022
It's time for some pillow talk ... Pandemic Style. We are joined by Summer Moore, the creative mind behind the hilarious web series called "Pandemic Pillow Talk". Summer tells us about her background and what got her interested in acting, what keeps her going and the inspiration behind this series and where it could possibly go from here. And if Mark Wahlberg and Jack Black happen to read this, contact Summer - she's got great project for you guys!.