Best Matthew Reiser Podcasts (2025)

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Yes, And/Yes, Andor (with guests Jack Lowden, Bryce Dallas Howard, Nick Mohammed & Orlando Bloom) 1:44:41

5d ago1:44:41

1:44:41

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt sit down in person with Deep Cover stars, Bryce Dallas Howard, Orlando Bloom, and Nick Mohammed, to talk about their experiences playing improvisers who go undercover as fake cops;[1:00:00 - 1:15:52 approx] and on Zoom with Tornado and Slow Horses star, Jack Lowden. [26:15 - 39:20 approx] …

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Kyle MacLachlan And Mark Frost On Twin Peaks And David Lynch: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 58:00

6d ago58:00

58:00

Here's a damn fine special episode of the Empire Podcast for you to enjoy. We're in the grip of Twin Peaks fever all over again — the seminal David Lynch/Mark Frost TV show is being celebrated this Sunday (June 15th) at the BFI Southbank in London with a special 35mm print screening of the show's pilot, and if that weren't enough, every single epis…

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Ralph Macchio: Johnny & Sodapop 45:18

6d ago45:18

45:18

Ralph and Rob are “Outsiders” for life. Ralph Macchio and Rob Lowe reunite in the studio to discuss “Karate Kid: Legends” (in theaters now), their memories from shooting “The Outsiders,” Ralph's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the global legacy of “Karate Kid,” and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@Literal…

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An Award-Losing Podcast (with guests Jai Courtney, Ian McShane, Dean DeBlois) 1:57:01

11d ago1:57:01

1:57:01

This week's episode of the freshly award-losing Empire Podcast sees the podteam lick their wounds after a demoralising defeat in the Best Podcast (Consumer) category at the BSMEs earlier in the week. How do they do this? By talking about movies, of course, as they discuss the week's news (a load of trailers, and a potential new James Cameron movie)…

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Rhett & Link: Uni Milkshakes 57:50

13d ago57:50

57:50

Rhett & Link are the kings of YouTube! The comedy duo joins Rob Lowe to discuss their long-running morning show, “Good Mythical Morning,” growing up together in North Carolina, their beloved YouTube taste tests, the difference between new media celebrity and old media celebrity, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTub…

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Wade Eastwood On The Stunts Of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 41:20

16d ago41:20

41:20

Whether it's Tom Cruise risking his neck underwater, or above ground while clinging to the wing of a biplane, Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is filled with stunts that might just turn your hair white. That's if you don't lose it completely. That's just one of the side effects discussed in this Empire Podcast interview special, as the fil…

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Starting In The Middle (with guests Jesse Armstrong, Tim Key, Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) 1:53:44

19d ago1:53:44

1:53:44

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees the podteam — Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, James Dyer and Alex Godfrey — get to grips with the definition of in media res, as they discuss some of their favourite films that throw you right into the action. Elsewhere, they talk about the week's movie news, pay tribute to Empire's founding editor Barry M…

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Patrick Schwarzenegger: Mr. Zeitgeist 48:50

19d ago48:50

48:50

Rob and Patrick are practically family! The “White Lotus” star joins Rob Lowe to discuss his father Arnold's softening with age, his experiences at the Met Gala and the Cannes Film Festival, bonding with his family on "White Lotus," and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for…

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Christopher McQuarrie on The Final Reckoning, Benicio del Toro & Michael Cera on The Phoenician Scheme, Tony Gilroy on Andor s2 (spoilers), and Cannes You Dig It? 1:58:45

25d ago1:58:45

1:58:45

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Chris Hewitt mark the release of Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning by doing a non-spoiler, non-epic (less than 20 minutes!) chat with that film's director, the legendarily loquacious Christopher McQuarrie, [26:00 - 43:06 approx] and have a lovely natter with the stars of the new Wes Anderson fi…

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The Shameless Plug #3: Jurassic World Rebirth And Other Animals 39:22

22d ago39:22

39:22

The Shameless Plug — the show in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down and talk you through the latest issue of Empire — is back for its third episode, folks. This one is dedicated to issue 441 of Empire (on sale now at all good, evil, and virtual newsagents), which features Jurassic World Rebirth on the cover, and Nick ta…

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Ike Barinholtz: Wahlberg Adjacent 50:11

26d ago50:11

50:11

Rob and Ike are the biggest Kate Hudson fans! Actor Ike Barinholtz (The Mindy Project, The Studio, Running Point) joins Rob Lowe to talk about their mutual friends Kate Hudson and Amy Poehler, the time Ike ate the coconut cake Tom Cruise gifted to Mindy Kaling, Rob’s look-a-like in the Lakers organization, doing improv in Amsterdam with Seth Meyers…

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The Extraordinary Miss Flower: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 30:31

27d ago30:31

30:31

Iain Forsyth and Jane Pollard's The Extraordinary Miss Flower is part-concert film, part-performance art piece inspired by the life of its subject, a woman called Geraldine Flower. When she passed away a few years ago, her daughter Zoe discovered a number of letters, written over the years by suitors of Geraldine's, which painted a picture of a wil…

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Rosamund Pike & Matthew Rhys, Final Destination Bloodlines directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, Superman and Spelling Bees 1:38:49

1M ago1:38:49

1:38:49

This week's episode of the BSME Awards-nominated Empire Podcast had better not be the episode that the BSME Awards judging panel listens to ahead of voting, or our nomination might be rescinded. Which is to say, chaos reigns as Chris Hewitt returns — eventually, after being waylaid by a McQ&A — to the hosting chair, and is joined by Helen O'Hara, J…

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Penn Jillette: Dice Stacking 50:23

1M ago50:23

50:23

Penn and Rob wish they were invited to "We Are the World!" Magician, television presenter, and author Penn Jillette (of Penn & Teller) joins Rob Lowe to discuss his surprising favorite magic trick, the genius of Bob Dylan, 50 years of “Penn & Teller,” and his new novel. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobL…

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Lily Gladstone & Kelly Marie Tran, Great Actor/Director Pairings, Tariffs and Teen Movies 1:39:12

1M ago1:39:12

1:39:12

It's another cracking episode of the (freshly award-nominated) Empire Podcast this week, folks, as Helen O'Hara slips into the hosting chair and tries to wrestle James Dyer and Alex Godfrey into shape as they talk about changeable movie titles, great actor/director pairings, Alex's favourite teen movies, the week's movie news including Donald Trump…

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Kelsey Grammer: A Brother Remembers 41:58

1M ago41:58

41:58

Kelsey Grammer returns to "Literally” for a moving episode. The "Frasier" and "Cheers" star joins Rob Lowe to discuss his deeply cathartic new book, "Karen: A Brother Remembers," the tragic loss of his sister, his return to the world of "X-Men" and Marvel, why he still finds joy in acting, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTub…

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Wyatt Russell, David Harbour & Hannah John-Kamen, Paul Feig, Ryan Coogler, And It’s Episode 666 1:57:55

2M ago1:57:55

1:57:55

It had to happen: the Empire podcast has finally gone to hell — quite literally in this case, as this particular show is episode 666. Perhaps appropriately, James is in the driving seat for this one, embracing this demonically anointed episode to bring you such thematically-relevant discussions as a Mount Rushmore of movie Satans and an off-topic d…

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Chelsea Handler: International Boyfriend 48:42

2M ago48:42

48:42

It’s always outrageous when Rob and Chelsea Handler get together! Comedian, writer, and host of the “Dear Chelsea” podcast Chelsea Handler joins Rob Lowe to discuss their perspectives on aging, the ski season, what she’s looking for in an “international boyfriend,” Rob’s early days of sobriety, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on Y…

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The Convergence Is Here (ft. Gareth Evans, Christian Gudegast, and Gavin O'Connor), And Mount Rushmoreapalooza 1:55:20

2M ago1:55:20

1:55:20

It was foretold by the Ancient Ones: The Convergence (or Gunvergence, if you will), the day on which three absolutely slamming action movies will be released at the same time in the UK (albeit on different formats), ushering in a new era of sweaty dad bods, car chases, and many scenes where people die in a hail of bullets. And that day is today, fo…

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The Shameless Plug #2 — The June Issue 31:57

2M ago31:57

31:57

The Shameless Plug returns, folks, for a second glorious episode in which Chris Hewitt and Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, sit down in the podbooth and tell you how (and why) the sausage is made. That sausage being the new issue of Empire, which is on sale now in all good, evil, and virtual newsagents. Our dynamic duo talk through the month's big c…

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Filmmaker Gavin O’Connor: Theatre Rat 1:10:02

2M ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Filmmaker Gavin O'Connor joins Rob Lowe to discuss casting Kurt Russell in the classic hockey film "Miracle," his collaborations with Ben Affleck, working with Keri Russell on "The Americans," the genius of Paul Newman, favorite Broadway performances, his new film "The Accountant 2," and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at Y…

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Easter Guestapalooza (Steve Coogan, Jonathan Pryce, Ray Mendoza, Alex Garland, Ludwig Göransson, Osgood Perkins), Movie Musicals, And The Oscars' Latest Stunt 1:59:21

2M ago1:59:21

1:59:21

This week's Empire Podcast (episode 664 if you're keeping score!) is more packed with goodness than your average Easter egg. Not only do Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and Alex Godfrey get into a discussion about what exactly makes a musical a musical (along with an impromptu visit to a certain mountain), but they tackle the week's movie news, includi…

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Jason Isaacs: TV Dad 55:55

2M ago55:55

55:55

Jason Isaacs and Rob Lowe are fighting over Patrick Schwarzenegger! The “White Lotus" and "Harry Potter" actor joins Rob Lowe to discuss his brushes with injury on the set of “White Lotus,” the Duke University controversy, his belief in ghosts, TV kids vs. your real-life kids, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.…

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Kevin Macdonald on One To One: John & Yoko — An Empire Podcast Interview Special 29:25

2M ago29:25

29:25

Kevin Macdonald's latest documentary, One To One: John & Yoko, is out now in cinemas around the UK, folks, and it's well worth your time for anyone with even a passing interest in John Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono, and their lives after The Beatles split up. But if you're a Beatlemaniac, this is manna from heaven as it not only brings you remaster…

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Ralph Fiennes & Juliette Binoche, Rami Malek & Laurence Fishburne, Christopher Landon, Movie Weddings, And Helen Returns! 1:57:56

2M ago1:57:56

1:57:56

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast is jam-packed etc. etc. Bumper-sized, and so on and so forth. But it's true, perhaps this week more than ever as Chris Hewitt sits down for chats with two pairs — first, there's Ralph Fiennes and Juliette Binoche, who reunite almost 30 years after The English Patient for this week's Odyssey-sampling drama, …

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Fortune Feimster: Oktoberfest with Arnold 53:50

2M ago53:50

53:50

Fortune wants to enjoy some cigars with Rob and Arnold! Comedian, actress, and "Handsome" co-host Fortune Feimster joins Rob Lowe to discuss their mutual friend Arnold Schwarzenegger, the North Carolina accents in “White Lotus,” her hilarious (and disastrous) marriage proposal, why she has no interest in mixing comedy and politics, and much more. M…

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Will Poulter, Amber Midthunder, Beatles, Avengers, And Farewell To Val Kilmer 1:40:20

2M ago1:40:20

1:40:20

This week's Empire Podcast sees the long-awaited return of one of our favourite guests, the wonderful British actor Will Poulter, who talks to Chris Hewitt about his role in the new movie, Death Of A Unicorn, playing a prize A-hole, and impromptu tongue-twisters. [20:38 - 33:28 approx]Another returning guest joins us this week, as the delightful Am…

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Titus Welliver: Save the Robots 50:39

3M ago50:39

50:39

Harry Bosch himself, actor Titus Welliver (star of the hit shows “Bosch” and “Bosch: Legacy”), joins Rob Lowe to discuss the glory days of New York City nightlife, singing with John Lennon as a kid, the time Titus almost left acting, watching your children find their passions, and how a bit of luck led him to the iconic role of Harry Bosch. Plus, R…

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George MacKay, Irwin Winkler, And The Avengers Doomsday Cast Announcement 1:59:44

3M ago1:59:44

1:59:44

We start on a director's chair. We pull back to reveal its back. On it is emblazoned a name. That name? George MacKay, the wonderful star of this week's thought-provoking original movie musical, Joshua Oppenheimer's The End, who pops into the podbooth to have a good old natter [from 30:49 - 48:20 approx] with... We pull back. It's another director'…

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The Shameless Plug #1 — The May 2025 Issue 34:25

3M ago34:25

34:25

Welcome to The Shameless Plug, a brand new Empire Podcast regular show, folks. As the title suggests, every month Chris Hewitt will sit down with Empire editor, Nick de Semlyen, for a deep dive into the latest issue of Empire, bringing you the stories behind the stories and covering everything including the cover. This month's cover feature is Thun…

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Benji and Joel Madden (of Good Charlotte): Gentleman at All Costs 58:09

3M ago58:09

58:09

It’s a bro-fest when Rob and the Madden brothers get together! Rob’s good friends Benji and Joel Madden (founding members of the rock band Good Charlotte) join Rob in-person in Santa Barbara to discuss male friendship, their three incredible wives (Sheryl Lowe, Cameron Diaz, and Nicole Richie), music, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the sh…

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Barry Levinson, Gints Zilbalodis, Snakes On A Podcast, And The Convergence 1:43:06

3M ago1:43:06

1:43:06

It's another bumper-sized edition of the Empire Podcast this week, folks, in which Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom with the legendary director, Barry Levinson, on the eve of the release of his new gangster movie, The Alto Knights, starring Robert De Niro, Robert De Niro and Robert De Niro's dogs. [23:31 - 40:13 approx] Then, we also hear from Gints …

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Chazz Palminteri: The Original Bronx Tale 29:48

3M ago29:48

29:48

Actor Chazz Palminteri (A Bronx Tale, The Usual Suspects, Modern Family) joins Rob Lowe to discuss taking his career into his own hands, his work with Robert De Niro, his beloved Yankees, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call our voicemail at 323-570-4551. You…

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Hans Zimmer And Paul Dugdale: An Empire Podcast Interview Special 32:15

3M ago32:15

32:15

This week sees the release of Hans Zimmer And Friends: Diamond In The Desert, a concert film like no other, which captures the great Hans Zimmer and his band in full flow in Dubai, and also intersperses a number of revealing interviews Zimmer conducted with the likes of Christopher Nolan, Zendaya, Billie Eilish, Pharrell Williams, Denis Villeneuve,…

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Millie Bobby Brown & Chris Pratt, Michael Fassbender & Marisa Abela, Best Fourth Parts, And The Number 12 1:45:28

3M ago1:45:28

1:45:28

Welcome to episode 659 (yes, we're keeping count) of The Empire Podcast, folks. And it's a belter, as Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom with The Electric State's Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt to talk about their favourite Russo brother, accents, and which one will attend the parade if/when Liverpool win this year's Premier League title. [23:34 -3…

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Adam Scott: Ben Wyatt & Chris Traeger Reunite! 47:07

3M ago47:07

47:07

It’s a “Parks & Rec” reunion! “Severance” star Adam Scott joins Rob Lowe to discuss shooting the second season of the hit Apple show, their memories together on the set of “Parks & Rec,” why Rob loves Adam’s fashion sense, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube at YouTube.com/@LiterallyWithRobLowe! Got a question for Rob? Call…

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Jack Huston, Bong Joon Ho, The Oscars, and The Greatness Of Gene Hackman 1:50:16

3M ago1:50:16

1:50:16

This week's Empire Podcast features two cracking interviews with two directors at different stages of their career. First, actor-turned-director Jack Huston sits down on Zoom and tells Chris Hewitt how he managed to make his directorial debut, the black-and-white drama Day Of The Fight, recruiting Joe Pesci for a supporting role, and the influence …

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Robert Wagner: Old School Hollywood 37:43

3M ago37:43

37:43

Rob Lowe's impression of Robert Wagner was so good that Mike Myers included it in “Austin Powers 2!” The legendary Robert Wagner joins Rob Lowe to talk about their decades-long friendship, his bond with Frank Sinatra, his experiences working with Spencer Tracy and Paul Newman, the secret to staying sharp and happy at 95 years old, and much more. Ma…

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Pamela Anderson, Naomi Ackie, And Farewell To Gene Hackman 1:37:19

4M ago1:37:19

1:37:19

Don't call it a comeback. This week's episode of the Empire Podcast sees Pamela Anderson, star of Baywatch and Barb Wire, sit down with Alex Godfrey to tell him about how Gia Coppola's The Last Showgirl has given her a second chance in Hollywood. [23:46 - 38:29 approx] Our other interview sees Mickey 17 (out next Friday, fact fans!) star Naomi Acki…

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Kristin Davis: Safari Memories 46:39

4M ago46:39

46:39

Kristin and Rob made a movie together in Africa! “Sex and the City” star Kristin Davis joins Rob Lowe to talk about their experience shooting the Netflix movie “Holiday in the Wild” in Zambia and South Africa (featuring snakes, sharks, lions, and elephants), her incredible animal activism, why they both signed up for the thriller “Atomic Train” in …

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Tatiana Maslany, Stephen King Adaptations, And What's Up With Bond? 1:35:29

4M ago1:35:29

1:35:29

After the guestapaloozas of recent weeks, we're back to just one guest on this week's Empire Podcast. But what a guest it is, as the great Tatiana Maslany, star of the new Stephen King adaptation The Monkey, pops up on Zoom to talk with Chris Hewitt about death and Comedy Bang Bang. [25:00 - 43:07 approx] In the podbooth, Chris is joined by Helen O…

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Disney+ original series A Thousand Blows: An Empire and Pilot TV Podcast Special 54:30

4M ago54:30

54:30

Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight heads to the mean streets of Victorian London for A Thousand Blows on Disney+, and what better way to celebrate than with a special Pilot TV/Empire crossover podcast? Chris Hewitt, James Dyer and Kay Ribeiro get under the skin of Knight’s latest period piece, which combines bare-knuckle boxing with organised cri…

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Matthew Modine: Vision Quest or Youngblood? 37:45

4M ago37:45

37:45

Rob hopes Matthew Modine wears Crocs the next time they meet! Actor Matthew Modine joins Rob Lowe to discuss the 40th anniversary of “Vision Quest,” working with the legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, their collaboration on “The Hotel New Hampshire,” and much more. Plus, Matthew and Rob share the story of a stunt gone wrong that left Rob injured!…

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Harrison Ford; Renee Zellweger, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall; Danny Ramirez 1:58:59

4M ago1:58:59

1:58:59

It's a brave new world for the Empire Podcast this week, folks, as Chris Hewitt welcomes a quintet (not to be confused with a Quinjet, although a couple of them might have access to one) of amazing guests. From the latest MCU film, Captain America: Brave New World, Chris first chats to Danny Ramirez, aka Joaquin Torres, aka the new Falcon, about fo…

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Julia Garner: Material Girl 42:47

4M ago42:47

42:47

Julia and Rob are like family! Actress Julia Garner, the critically acclaimed star of Netflix hits like "Ozark" and "Inventing Anna," joins Rob Lowe to discuss her "blended family" with the Lowes, her experience at clown school in France, an update on playing Madonna in an upcoming film, and much more. Make sure to subscribe to the show on YouTube …

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Ke Huy Quan, John Magaro, Chris Sanders, And The Shrek Is Broken 1:56:39

4M ago1:56:39

1:56:39

Another bumper-sized edition of the Empire Podcast this week, as Chris Hewitt sits down on Zoom for chats with a trio of terrific talents. First, there's Ke Huy Quan on Love Hurts, the action movie that represents his first lead role, and first movie since winning an Oscar for Everything Everywhere All At Once. [17:33 - 34:18 approx] Then there's J…

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Gary Sinise: Lt. Dan Returns! 46:21

4M ago46:21

46:21

Gary Sinise and Rob are eternally thankful for our veterans! Actor, musician, and advocate Gary Sinise joins Rob Lowe to discuss completing his late son Mac’s album, celebrating more than thirty years of “Forrest Gump,” leaving Los Angeles for Nashville, his amazing charity work for veterans, and much more. Our thoughts are with all those affected …

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Angelina Jolie, Jason Reitman, David Jonsson & An SNL Mount Rushmore 1:59:52

5M ago1:59:52

1:59:52

It's another bumper, jam-packed edition of the Empire Podcast this week, folks! The great Angelina Jolie heads up our trio of amazing guests, as she talks to John Nugent about taking on the challenge of playing the legendary opera singer, Maria Callas, in Pablo Larrain's Maria. [20:48 - 34:02 approx] Plus, Chris Hewitt has a fascinating chat with J…

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Josh Brolin: Character Actor 56:52

5M ago56:52

56:52

Josh and Rob are Santa Barbara brothers! Recorded live in Montecito, actor and author Josh Brolin joins Rob Lowe to discuss his memories from the “Goonies” set, why he wasn’t sure his “Men in Black 3” co-star Tommy Lee Jones liked him, his troublemaking youth with the Cito Rats, and the writing process behind his memoir, “From Under the Truck.” Thi…

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Michelle Yeoh, Adrien Brody: Oscar Winners And Oscar Nominations 1:47:21

5M ago1:47:21

1:47:21

This week's episode of the Empire Podcast brings you not one but two Oscar winners, as first Chris Hewitt sits down with Michelle Yeoh to talk about her new Star Trek movie, Section 31, and how the Best Actress Oscar for Everything Everywhere All At Once changed her life [20:56 - 36:39 approx]; then, John Nugent has a fascinating chat with The Brut…

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