Best Darek Thomas Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 580: "Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma and Better Call Saul | Ben Foster, Michael Mando and James Badge Dale. 12:21

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Send us a text "Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma and Better Call Saul Ben Foster, Michael Mando and James Badge Dale. A very talented trio joins me to talk about their newest film, "King Ivory". Ben Foster (Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma, Lone Survivor), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul, Spiderman; Brand New Day) and James Badge Dale (The Departed…

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Episode 582 | Director: Ben Leonberg | "Good Boy" 28:04

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Send us a text Episode 582 Ben Leonberg Director: Good Boy Director Ben Leonberg (and Indy) drop by to talk about the most unique and original film this year, "Good Boy". "Good Boy" is about a man that moves into a new home that has supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities start to threaten him, his brave dog comes to the rescue…

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Hawks Live with Bryce Cabeldue, D'Anthony Bell & More 1:18:04

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 11 against the Rams at Sofi Stadium. Today’s show: High Level Preview (0:04), Opponent Preview (20:35), D’Anthony Bell Interview (28:23), Bryce Cabeldue Interview (40:02), Inside the Film Room (52:15), Talk That Talk (1:02:18), Final Thoughts (1:12:52). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 581 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Mark MacRae 33:51

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Send us a text Episode 581 "It: Welcome to Derry" Mark MacRae Mark joins me to talk his role in Episode 1 as the young father. Perhaps one of the most memorable opening scenes in recent memory, Mark talks about that scene, how long it took to shoot, whether his TV family is alive, if they are indeed human and so much more. Welcome, Mark MacRae! www…

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Episode 579 | Miles Ekhardt | "It: Welcome to Derry (Matty Clements) 23:00

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Send us a text Episode 579 Miles Ekhardt | "It: Welcome to Derry (Matty Clements) Miles joins me to talk all things "It" and his character Matty Clements. Episode 1 of "It: Welcome to Derry" might be one of the best pilot of a show in recent memory. A huge part of that pilot's success was Mile's portrayal of Matty Clements. Miles and I talk Matty, …

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Episode 578 | Jack and Matilda Legault | "It: Welcome to Derry" | (Phil and Susie Malkin) 29:34

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Send us a text Episode 578 Jack and Matilda Legault | "It: Welcome to Derry" | (Phil and Susie Malkin) Real life Brother and Sister Jack and Matilda join me to talk about their roles on screen as brother and sister Phil and Susie Malkin. We talk about so much including their roles, who is worse Marge or Pennywise, working with each other on screen …

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Hawks Live with Cody White, Connor O'Toole & More 1:19:02

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Michael Bumpus and Bryan Walters prep for Week 10 against the Cardinals at Lumen Field. Today's show: Connor O'Toole Interview (10:37), Cody White Interview (20:04), Around the NFL (34:39), Opponent Preview with Arizona Cardinals Staff Writer/Reporter Zach Gershman (39:00), Inside the Film Room (51:27), Talk That Talk (1:04:45), Final Thoughts (1:1…

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Episode 577 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Actor: Mikkal Karim- Fidler (Teddy Uris) 28:08

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Send us a text Episode 577 "It: Welcome to Derry" Actor: Mikkal Karim- Fidler Mikkal joins me to talk about his unbelievably memorable role as "Teddy Uris" We talk about the generational pain the Uris family has endured at the expense of Pennywise and "It". We break down that unforgettable and horrifying Lamp scene. We also discuss that theater sce…

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Episode 576 | "It: Welcome to Derry" | Clara Stack (Lily Bainbridge) 25:09

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Send us a text Episode 576 "It: Welcome to Derry" | Clara Stack (Lily Bainbridge) Happy Halloween! Clara joins me to talk all things "It". Clara's performance thus far is about as good in a show as I have ever seen. We talk about Derry, the pain that her character goes through, the adults being as bad as the evil entity, me thinking this was going …

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Hawks Live with Drake Thomas, Jalen Sundell & More 1:19:43

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Michael Bumpus and Bryan Walters prep for Week 8 against the Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Today’s show: Jalen Sundell Interview (11:11), Drake Thomas Interview (20:37), Around the NFL (33:54), Opponent Preview (41:21), Inside the Film Room (50:02), Talk That Talk (1:00:09), Final Thoughts/Keys to Victory (1:10:24). See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Episode 575 | "TASK" | Composer: Dan Deacon 45:50

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Send us a text Episode 575 TASK Composer: Dan Deacon (Apologies for the echo) Dan Deacon's TASK score is original, fresh and one of the most listenable scores in recent memory. We talk about the score, the story scenes and all things "TASK" Welcome, Dan Deacon #task #movie #Taskhbo #hbomax #markruffalo #interview #podcast #crimeshow #delco #music #…

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Episode 574 | "Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco and Tulsa King" | James Russo. 16:38

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Send us a text Episode 574 Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco and Tulsa King Actor: James Russo. James Russo joins me for a rare interview to talk about "Tulsa King", his character QUIET Ray, his filmography which includes Django Unchained, Donnie Brasco, Beverly Hills Cop and so much more. James is immensely underrated. His performances are unique, a…

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Hawks Live with Ty Okada, Eric Saubert & More 1:18:05

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 7 against the Texans at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Opponent Preview with Kristie Rieken - Associated Press (8:26), Eric Saubert Interview (19:47), Around the NFL (30:00), Ty Okada Interview (38:35), Inside the Film Room (53:22), Talk That Talk (1:04:29) and Final Thoughts (1:14:57). See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Episode 573 | "Tulsa King" | Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley and Mike Walden 11:17

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Send us a text Episode 573 "Tulsa King" Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley and Mike Walden Chris, McKenna and Mike join me talk "Tulsa King" and a bit about each of their characters. We discuss Sylvester Stallone, his impact, what they've learned and much more. Welcome Chris Caldovino, McKenna Quigley and Mike Walden #tulsaking #sylvesterstallone #pa…

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Hawks Live with Nick Emmanwori, Dareke Young & More 1:17:41

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Michael Bumpus and Bryan Walters prep for Week 6 vs. Jaguars at Everbank Stadium. Today’s show: Opponent Preview (9:42), Nick Emmanwori Interview (17:01), Dareke Young Interview (30:30), Around the NFL (39:31), Inside the Film Room (48:53), Talk That Talk (57:58), Final Thoughts (1:07:16). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 572 | "The Last Frontier" | Dominic Cooper and Haley Bennett 10:58

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Send us a text Episode 572 "The Last Frontier" Actors: Dominic Cooper and Hayley Bennett. You might know Dominic from "Preacher", and "Captain America" and Hayley from "Swallow" and "Girl on the Train" amongst other things. Dominic and Hayley join me to talk about their promising new show "The Last Frontier". We discuss that banger of a first episo…

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Episode 571 | "Task" | Actor: Ben Lewis Doherty (Sam). 21:58

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Send us a text Episode 571 "Task" Actor: Ben Lewis Doherty Ben portrays "Sam" in HBO's hit new show "Task". Simply put, Ben has been terrific. Ben and I talk about a multitude of things. We discuss acting in his first major role. We talk about being 10 years old and being in one of the best shows of the year. Ben and I breakdown how "Sam" truly is …

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Hawks Live With Elijah Arroyo, Mike Morris & More 1:19:12

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Michael Bumpus and Ray Roberts prep for Week 5 vs. Buccaneers at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Elijah Arroyo Interview (7:50), Opponent Preview with ESPN Insider Jenna Laine (21:19), Mike Morris Interview (31:37), Around the NFL (42:36), Inside the Film Room (53:13), Talk That Talk (1:01:41), Final Thoughts (1:09:22). See omnystudio.com/listener for p…

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Episode 570 | "Revenge of the Nerds" | Actor: Robert Carradine 27:13

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Send us a text Episode 570 "Revenge of the Nerds" Actor: Robert Carradine Robert joins me to talk about his new podcast "The Party Nerds Pop-Cast" We also dive into his filmography, talking about some of the more underrated entries. We conclude the interview with a deep dive of "Revenge of the Nerds" The topics we touch on are: 1. Why Revenge of th…

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Episode 569 | "Task" | Jamie McShane | (Perry Dorazo) 45:22

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Send us a text Episode 569 "Task" Actor: Jamie McShane The immensely talented Jamie McShane joins me to talk about his career his role in 1923 (Marshall Kent), Wednesday (Sheriff Donovan Galpin), Sons of Anarchy (Cameron Hayes) and finally, his most current project "Task" as the absolutely frightening Perry Dorazo). Jamie is humble, kind and such a…

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Episode 568 | "The Senior" | Mike Flynt 37:47

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Send us a text Episode 568 "The Senior" Mike Flynt At 59, Mike Flynt may be too old to be on a college football field, but not too old to feel the weight of unfinished business. After nearly four decades, he returns to his alma mater to take the hit that changed everything. Bruised, doubted, and nearly broken, he pushes for one more game, not for g…

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Episode 567 | "Dexter" | Actor: Erik King | (James Doakes) 22:42

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Send us a text Episode 567 "Dexter" | Actor: Erik King | (James Doakes) Surprise! The supremely talented Erik King aka "James Doakes" aka "The Bay Harbor Butcher" 😉 ...Stops by to talk some Dexter! Erik rarely does interviews and to have him on was an honor and so freaking enjoyable. Erik and I talk Dexter, that cameo, the Bay Harbor Butcher, James…

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Hawks Live with Robbie Ouzts, Shaquill Griffin & More 1:19:31

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 3 vs. Saints at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Robbie Ouzts Interview (0:31), John DeShazier Interview (11:46), Matchup Preview (23:25), Shaquill Griffin Interview (29:45), Around the NFL (42:20), Inside the Film Room (50:10), Talk that Talk (1:00:25) and Final Thoughts - (1:10:35). See omnystudio.com/listene…

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Hawks Live with Tory Horton, Anthony Bradford & More 1:24:06

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Michael Bumpus and Ray Roberts prep for Week 2 vs. Steelers at Acrisure Stadium. Today's show: Tory Horton Interview (0:32), Steelers Beat Writer for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Ray Fittipaldo Interview (14:26), High-Level Preview (25:42), Anthony Bradford Interview (31:57), Ernest Jones' Leadership (43:41), Inside the Film Room (53:36), Talk That …

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Episode 566 | "Caddyshack" | Actor: John Barmon | (Spaulding Smalls) 39:09

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Send us a text Episode 566 "Caddyshack" | Actor: John Barmon | (Spaulding Smalls) Spaulding is here! John talks Spaulding, Caddyshack, Bill Murray, Chevy Chase, Rodney Dangerfield, his iconic lines, the magic behind Spaulding Smalls and so much more! Welcome, John Barmon. #caddyshack #golf #80smovies #80s #rodneydangerfield #chevychase #billmurray …

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Hawks Live with Grey Zabel, Cody White, & More 1:19:10

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 1 vs. 49ers at Lumen Field. Today's show: Grey Zabel Interview (00:34), Cody White Interview (21:16), Around the NFL (30:41), Opponent Preview (40:15), Talk that talk (59:28), Final Thoughts / Keys to victory (1:09:45). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Episode 565 | "Peacemaker" | Actor: David Denman (Keith Smith/Captain Triumph) 55:08

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Send us a text Episode 565 "Peacemaker" Actor: David Denman David joins me a second time to talk about fatherhood, the newest season of "Peacemaker" and his character Keith Smith. David talks about his amazing weight loss, playing a superhero in his 50's, working with John Cena, his relationship with James Gunn, what fans are in for, the first two …

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Episode 564 |"Dexter: Resurrection" | David Zayas | (Angel Batista) 17:35

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Send us a text Episode 564 "Dexter: Resurrection" | David Zayas | (Angel Batista) David joins me to talk about the smash hit season of "Dexter: Resurrection". We cover a plethora of topics which include: 1. Is Batista starting to become unhinged? 2. That honest moment at the end of Episode 7 between Dexter and Batista. 3. Dexter really does like Ba…

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Episode 563 | "Stranger Things" | Actor: Nikola Djuricko | (Yuri Ismaylov) 1:33:12

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Send us a text Episode 563 "Stranger Things" Actor: Nikola Djuricko | (Yuri Ismaylov) Stranger Things Talk begins here: 47:00 This is Nikola Djuricko's second podcast. His first was with Bert Kreischer #bertkreischer Nikola and I talk about so much. Acting, Serbia, his American Movie and Television influences, adapting to America #tbd and so much m…

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Episode 562 |"The Naked Gun" and "Airplane" | Director: David Zucker 41:29

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Send us a text Episode 562 "The Naked Gun" and "Airplane" Director: David Zucker David Zucker talks about the new "The Naked Gun" movie, his thoughts, remakes, ageism in Hollywood, his current work, Impractical Jokers, his amazing filmography, writing, directing classics and so much more. He is one of the all time greats. Welcome, David Zucker #the…

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Episode 561 | "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" | Actor Henry Thomas 27:28

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Send us a text Episode 561 "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" and "The Haunting of Hill House" Actor Henry Thomas Henry stops by the podcast again to talk ET, Cloak an Dagger, Mike Flanagan, Comic Cons, the 80's, movies he feels are underrated in his filmography, The Life of Chuck and so much more. Welcome Back, the awesome- Henry Thomas www.mmcpodcast.c…

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Episode 560 | "Untamed" | Actor: Ezra Franky (Lucy Cook) 26:13

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Send us a text Episode 560 "Untamed" | Actor: Ezra Franky | (Lucy Cook) Ezra joins me to talk about her role in the number one show on Netflix, "Untamed". Lucy portrays Lucy Cook. The entire story is centered around Lucy's murder and solving the case and those responsible. We talk about her character, that epic scene and much, much more. Great gues…

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Episode 559 |"Dexter: Resurrection" | Actor: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine 20:12

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Send us a text Episode 559. "Dexter: Resurrection" Actor: Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine The great Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine joins me to talk about his early career, NEVER getting a voice over role (I couldn't believe it), not having another Blockbuster motion picture opportunity after Blood Diamond (also ridiculous), we talk Dexter: Resurrection and so much …

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Episode 557 |"Karate Kid: Legends" | Actor: Mustafa Bulut 49:24

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Send us a text Episode 557 "Karate Kid: Legends" Actor: Mustafa Bulut Mustafa Bulut is an immensely talented actor, stuntman and so much more. We discuss his character, the very cool Buddha Stevens, his stunt work, movies he has worked on, Jackie Chan and so much more. Welcome the very cool, Mustafa Bulut #thekaratekid #karatekidlegends #cobrakaise…

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Episode 558 | "Dexter: Resurrection" | Actor: Kadia Saraf (Claudette Wallace) 30:26

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Send us a text Episode 558 "Dexter: Resurrection" Actor: Kadia Saraf (Claudette Wallace) Kadia stops by to talk about her new role in "Dexter: Resurrection" as Claudette Wallace. We touch upon her martial arts background, boxing, acting, Dexter, Forensic Astrology, the fact that her husband (Terry Serpico) and Anthony Michael Hall are twins and so …

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Episode 556 | "Nobody and Nobody 2" | Actor: Gage Munroe 39:30

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Send us a text Episode 556 "Nobody and Nobody 2" Actor: Gage Munroe Gage joins me a second time to talk the August 15th release of "Nobody 2". The "Nobody" franchise is one of the most entertaining in recent memory. Nobody 2 is about suburban dad Hutch Mansell, a former lethal assassin, is pulled back into his violent past after thwarting a home in…

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Episode 555 |"Game of Thrones" and "The Watchman" | Cinematographer: Gregory Middleton 49:02

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Send us a text Episode 555 "Game of Thrones", "The Watchman" and "Moon Knight" Cinematographer: Gregory Middleton Cinematographer Gregory Middleton joins me to talk about his newest project "Sirens", we also discuss his iconic episodes in "Moon Knight", "Game of Thrones" and "Watchmen". We also touch on "Lanterns", his newest project debuting in 20…

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Episode 554 |"The Gorge" | Actor: James Marlowe | (Bradford Shaw) 37:10

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Send us a text Episode 554 "The Gorge" | Actor: James Marlowe | (Bradford Shaw) James Marlowe joins me to talk his awesome role in "The Gorge". (Bradford Shaw) We talk Bradford Shaw, amazing cinematography and set design, playing a unique villain that might have been a good guy at one point. And a movie I wish had a theatrical release. This and so …

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Episode 553 | Karate Kid: Legends | Actor: Oscar Ge (Bo Fong) 43:22

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Send us a text Episode 553 Karate Kid: Legends | Actor: Oscar Ge (Bo Fong) Oscar Ge is absolutely TERRIFIC as Bo Fong, Li Fong's brother (Ben Wang) in "Karate Kid: Legends" This is Oscar's first podcast! Oscar joins me to talk about his first major role in an iconic franchise. We discuss a myriad of topics including his audition, working with Ralph…

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Episode 552 |"Cobra Kai" and "The Karate Kid Part 3" | Actor: William Christopher Ford | (Dennis de Guzman) 54:29

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Send us a text Episode 552 "Cobra Kai" and "The Karate Kid Part 3" | Actor: William Christopher Ford | (Dennis de Guzman) William Christopher Ford aka Christopher Paul Ford played strong but silent Cobra Kai bad boy, "Dennis", in "The Karate Kid Part III". He was made aware of an open casting call for "KKIII" for the part of "Mike Barnes" from a go…

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Episode 551 | "Dangerous Animals", "Yellowstone" and "Tacoma FD" | Actor: Hassie Harrison 12:51

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Send us a text Episode 551 "Dangerous Animals", "Yellowstone" and "Tacoma FD" Actor: Hassie Harrison The lovely and talented Hassie Harrison joins me to talk about her life, career, Yellowstone, Tacoma FD and her newest project "Dangerous Animals" We talk what's worse, Outer Space or the Ocean, fears, phobia's and more. She was terrific as Laramie …

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Episode 550 | "The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" | Director: Jon Avnet 27:11

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Send us a text Episode 550 "The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" Director: Jon Avnet Jon Avnet has directed some fantastic films that include "The War", "Fried Green Tomatoes" and his most recent film, "The Last Rodeo". "The War" is one of the most underrated movies of the last 30+ years. It features a very underrated performance by…

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Episode 549 | "Forrest Gump" and "The Last Rodeo" | Actor: Mykelti Williamson 18:40

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Send us a text Episode 549 "Forrest Gump" and "The Last Rodeo" Actor: Mykelti Williamson Mykelti and I talk Forrest Gump and his iconic character, Benjamin Buford Blue "Bubba", we discuss his amazing filmography including "Heat", "Lucky Number Slevin", "Ali", "Fallout" and more. We also discuss his new film "The Last Rodeo", faith, relationships an…

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Episode 548 | "Earnhardt" | Director: Joshua Altman 14:49

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Send us a text Episode 548 "Earnhardt: Director: Joshua Altman Director Joshua Altman joins me to talk about his new documentary on Prime Video called "Earnhardt" we discuss Dale, his family, his passing and much more. Drops May 22nd on Prime Video. A charismatic, working-class hero to millions of fans, Dale Earnhardt was the most influential figur…

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Episode 547 |"Band of Brothers" and "The Guardian" | Actor: Neal McDonough 29:16

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Send us a text Episode 547 "Band of Brothers", "The Guardian" and "The Last Rodeo" Actor: Neal McDonough You know Neal in just about everything. Neal joins me to talk about his newest film, "The Last Rodeo". Neal and I also discuss "The Guardian", "Band of Brothers", working with Sylvester Stallone, his Massachusetts Roots, playing a character that…

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Episode 546 | "The Accountant 2" | Actor: Allison Robertson (Justine) 27:01

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Send us a text Episode 546 "The Accountant 2" Allison Robertson (Justine) Allison Robertson is a very talented actor who was simply terrific in her first major role as "Justine" in "The Accountant 2". We touch on a variety of topics. Including her character being recast from the first movie, Ben Affleck's performance of someone on the spectrum, the…

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Episode 545 | "Call on Me" and "Warfare" | Deanne Berry 36:05

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Send us a text Episode 545 "Call on Me" and "Warfare" Deanne Berry Deanne Berry has had and amazing career. She know (amongst other things) for "Call on Me" video (Eric Prydz) that has been used in multiple movies including the amazing opening scene in "Warfare". We talk about how veterans have related to this movie, led by her amazing video at the…

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Episode 544 | "Daredevil: Born Again" | Cinematographer: Hillary Fyfe Spera 30:29

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Send us a text Episode 544 "Daredevil: Born Again" Cinematographer: Hillary Fyfe Spera Hillary Fyfe Spera is a Vermont born Cinematographer whose credits include "Run", "Dexter: New Blood" and "Daredevil: Born Again" We discuss this season of Daredevil, breakdown the amazing Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio, the tragic passing of Kamar de los Reye…

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Episode 543 |"Bosch, The Town and Gone Baby Gone" | Actor: Titus Welliver 12:37

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Send us a text Episode 543 "Bosch, The Town and Gone Baby Gone" | Actor: Titus Welliver Titus Welliver joins me to talk Gone Baby Gone, The Town, New England, Boston and his wonderful performance as Harry Bosh in the final season of "Bosch" Titus has also played the Man in Black in Lost, Silas Adams in Deadwood, and Jimmy O'Phelan in Sons of Anarch…

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Episode 542 |"Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" | Writer: Chris Brancato 5:47

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Send us a text Episode 542 "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" Writer: Chris Brancato Chris Brancato, a writer and producer known for his work on "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem," is the co-creator and showrunner of the latter. " "Godfather of Harlem" is a dramatized historical series that follows the life of gangster Bumpy Johnson (played by Fore…