Best Darek Thomas Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 532 | "Hoosiers" | Actor David Neidorf (Everett Flatch) 1:16:32

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Send us a text Episode 532 "Hoosiers" David Neidorf (#21 Everett Flatch) David Neidorf (Platoon, Bull Durham and Hoosiers) joins me a second time to talk "Hoosiers" and Gene Hackman. David and I talk about Gene, what he was like, his rapport with cast, other actors that were supposed to play Norman Dale, iconic scenes, Gene's thoughts on the movie …

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Episode 531 | Actor: Chris Candy 50:09

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Send us a text Episode 531 Actor: Chris Candy Chris joins me to talk about his work with Coldplay, that hilarious Dunkin Doughnuts commercial Chris was in during the Super Bowl, I ask Chris about the John Candy documentary being directed by Colin Hanks, we talk about his Dad, the profound effect he had on others, his work and so much more. I am gra…

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Episode 530 |"Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Uppercut" | Actor: Joanna Cassidy 11:31

12d ago11:31

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Send us a text Episode 530 "Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Uppercut" Actor: Joanna Cassidy The timeless Joanna Cassidy joins me to talk "Blade Runner", her character Zhora and that iconic scene, working with a variety of directors and her new Film, "Uppercut" #bladerunner #bladerunner2049 #bladerunneredit #whoframedrogerrabbit #80smo…

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Episode 529 |"1923" | Actors: Brian Geraghty & Sebastian Roché (Zane Davis and Father Renaud) 6:23

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Send us a text Episode 529 "1923" Actors: Brian Geraghty & Sebastian Roché (Zane Davis and Father Renaud) With Season 2 days away... Brian and Sebastian join me to talk about their characters, how reprehensible Father Renaud is, the multiple tragedies Zane is dealing with. Welcome, Brian and Sebastian. www.mmcpodcast.com #yellowstone #yellowstonetv…

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Episode 528 | "1923" | Actors: Jennifer Carpenter and Aminah Nieves (Mamie Fossett and Teonna Rainwater) 6:04

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Send us a text Episode 528 "1923" Actors: Jennifer Carpenter and Aminah Nieves (Mamie Fossett and Teonna Rainwater) Jennifer Carpenter and Aminah Nieves join me to talk Season 2 of "1923", they each breakdown their characters and Season 2 of 1923 introduces some characters to ski ⛷ and 🍕 They are both immensely talented and this could be Taylor She…

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Episode 527 | "The Pitt" | Cinematographer: Johanna Coelho 17:29

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Send us a text Episode 527 "The Pitt" Cinematographer: Johanna Coelho Joanna is the cinematographer behind one of the best new shows of 2025. Her unique vision, approach and work help drive this action packed show. Featured in 2018 in Variety as one of the Up Next generation of filmmakers, Johanna has worked as a cinematographer on a number of dive…

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Episode 526 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Preston Mota | (Devin Rowell) 24:56

1M ago24:56

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Send us a text Episode 526 "American Primeval" Actor: Preston Mota Fourteen year old Preston Mota (Asteroid City, American Primeval) comes on to talk about his iconic scene in Asteroid City and his breakthrough performance in American Primeval. We discuss what its like being a child actor, that wonderful scene in Asteroid City, his character Devin …

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Episode 525 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Dominic Bogart | (Frank Cook) 52:06

1M ago52:06

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Send us a text Episode 525 "American Primeval" Dominic Bogart They very kind Dominic Bogart joins me to talk about his career and "American Primeval". Dominic is low key excellent in his role as "Frank Cook" We break down his character, working with Dane DeHaan, Peter Berg and some deleted scenes that did not make it into the final cut. Dominic Bog…

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Episode 524 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Lucas Neff (Captain Dellinger) 1:27:08

1M ago1:27:08

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Send us a text Episode 524 "American Primeval" Actor: Lucas Neff The very talented Lucas Neff joins me to talk about his career, movies, his Encyclopedic memory as they pertain to movies, and more. We break down his VERY underrated character and performance as Captain Dellinger, his transformation into that role, the real life Captain Dellinger, so…

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Episode 523 | "American Primeval" | Actor: Derek Hinkey (Red Feather) 27:04

1M ago27:04

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Send us a text Episode 523 "American Primeval" Actor: Derek Hinkey Derek Hinkeyn (Red Feather) talks American Primeval, Red Feather, Native Americans, Fatherhood, Home and #danedehaan #americanprimeval #therevenant #netflixseries #netflix #nativeamerican Reach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monda…

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Episode 522 | "Stranger Things" | Actor: Kendrick Cross (Agent Wallace) 45:06

2M ago45:06

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Send us a text Episode 522 "Stranger Things" Actor: Kendrick Cross (Agent Wallace) Kendrick and I talk his unbelievable workout routine, moving from Kentucky to Germany and to South Carolina. What he learned from that experience, his mother's amazing perseverance. We also talk Stranger Things and if we indeed will see Agent Wallace again. We are al…

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Episode 521 | "Major League" | Skip Griparis (Monte the Colorman) 58:55

2M ago58:55

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Send us a text Episode 521 "Major League" Skip Griparis (Monte the Colorman) Skip joins me to talk about the late Bob Uecker, his life and the movie Major League. Skip touches on what Bob was like to work with, why Major League has held up so well. Skip chats about his life, his music and much, much more. #majorleaguebaseball #mlb #bobuecker #cleve…

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Episode 520 | "SUPER/MAN: The Christopher Reeve Story" | Composer: Ilan Eshkeri 30:59

2M ago30:59

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Send us a text Episode 520 "SUPER/MAN: The Christopher Reeve Story" Composer: Ilan Eshkeri Ilan Eshkeri is an award-winning composer whose eclectic body of work is linked by his love of emotional narratives. Known for cult films such as Layer Cake, Stardust, The Young Victoria and Still Alice, Eshkeri is also recognised for his innovative work with…

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Episode 519 | "Karate Kid: Legends' | Actor: Jennifer Lynn Christie 53:27

2M ago53:27

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Send us a text Episode 519 "Karate Kid: Legends" Actor: Jennifer- Lynn Christie. Jennifer and I talk being original and authentic, early hardships, unconventional paths, being unique and original and we sprinkle in some Karate Kid: Legends. Jennifer-Lynn Christie, born in LaSalle, Montreal, Canada, is a versatile actress and artist known for her dy…

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Episode 518 | "The Fugitive", "Terrifier 3" and "The Munsters" | Actor: Daniel Roebuck 1:28:44

2M ago1:28:44

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Send us a text Episode 518 "The Fugitive", "Terrifier 3" and "The Munsters" Actor: Daniel Roebuck. The very kind Dan Roebuck joins me to talk his lengthy acting career from Matlock to Rob Zombie and his role in the iconic "The Fugitive". Plus Dan clears the air once and for all as to what happened with his casting in "Home Alone." Having made his f…

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Episode 517 | "Road to Perdition" | Richard Piers Rayner 36:58

2M ago36:58

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Send us a text Episode 517 "Road to Perdition" Richard Piers Rayner Many people associated with Road to Perdition have stated that without Richard's work, Road to Perdition would not be the iconic classic it is today. Richard Piers Rayner entered the professional comic world in 1988. He started out illustrating several series for DC Comics and Marv…

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Episode 516 | "Home Alone" | Cinematographer: Julio Macat 1:03:14

2M ago1:03:14

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Send us a text Episode 516 "Home Alone" Cinematographer: Julio Macat www.mmcpodcast.com Julio Macat's (ASC) first film was the huge box-office hit HOME ALONE. He then went on to photograph HOME ALONE 2, ACE VENTURA, Pet Detective, THE NUTTY PROFESSOR , THE WEDDING PLANNER, CATS and DOGS, BRINGING DOWN THE HOUSE and WEDDING CRASHERS all of which ope…

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Episode 515 | "Homestead" | Actor: Bailey Chase 18:27

3M ago18:27

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Send us a text Episode 515 "Homestead" Actor: Bailey Chase Bailey hops on to talk Bill Belichick coaching the Tar Heels, Rooming with Chipper Jones and living in post apocalyptic times. Bailey was born in Chicago but moved to Florida after his parents divorced at a young age. He attended Duke University on a football scholarship and majored in Psyc…

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Episode 514 | "FROM" Actor: Simon Webster | (Ethan Matthews) 31:15

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Send us a text Episode 514 "FROM" Actor: Simon Webster (Ethan Matthews) First I want to say that Simon is an amazing young man. He's immensely talented, personable, kind all at such a young age is remarkable. He's a really good kid. Simon and I talk "FROM", his character Ethan Matthews, If he is indeed the Man in the Yellow Suit, Ethan seems to get…

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Episode 513 | "Brüno" | Actor: Gustaf Hammarsten | (Lutz) 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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Send us a text Episode 513 "Brüno" Actor: Gustaf Hammarsten Perhaps best known to for his work in the 2009 mockumentary "Brüno," Swedish actor Gustaf Hammarsten made his film debut in 1992 with a minor role in the Ingmar Bergman-penned drama "The Best Intentions." Subsequently, Hammarsten acted intermittently on both big and small screens during th…

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Hawks Live with Johnathan Hankins, Boye Mafe, & More 1:22:07

3M ago1:22:07

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 15 vs. Packers at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Johnathan Hankins Interview (00:17), Packers Preview (11:15), Boye Mafe Interview (19:48), Around the NFL (30:08), Opponent Preview (41:27), Inside the Film Room (50:50), Talk that Talk (1:04:40), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:14:04). See omnystudio.com/li…

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Episode 512 | "FROM" | Actor: Angela Moore | (Bakta) 40:52

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Send us a text Episode 512 "FROM" Actor: Angela Moore (Bakta) Angela joins MMC to talk "FROM", the fact that I find FROMVILLE "cozy", her character Bakta, what she might have been in another life, I think she loves Boyd (my opinion) and fans reaching out to her demanding answers and so much more. Some solid FROM talk here! Welcome, Angela Moore. ww…

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Episode 511 | "FROM" | Actor: Vox Smith | (The Boy in White). 27:41

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Send us a text Episode 511 "FROM" Actor: Vox Smith (The Boy in White). Vox Smith, "The Boy in White" comes on to talk about his mysterious character that certainly has FROM fans wondering who he is. Vox does a wonderful job portraying him. Vox Smith, born in Halifax Nova Scotia, has quickly emerged as a notable young talent in the entertainment ind…

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Episode 510 | "FROM" | Actor: Jamie McGuire | (Smiley) 1:43:40

3M ago1:43:40

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Send us a text Episode 510 "FROM" Actor: Jamie McGuire (Smiley) Jamie McGuire plays "Smiley" in the smash hit show "FROM". "Smiley" is universally loved by FROM and horror fans. Jamie has done an epic job bringing him to life. Smiley could be the scariest character in movies or television in a decade. (Maybe more) Jamie and I talk rebirth, picking …

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Episode 509 | "Cobra Kai" | Actor: Brandon H. Lee (Kwon) 55:33

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Send us a text Episode 509 "Cobra Kai" Actor: Brandon H. Lee Brandon joins me for a second time to discuss Part 2 or Season 6 of Cobra Kai. Brandon's character "Kwon" is a big part of Season 6. We discuss Kwon, the character that should have really died, Kwon's early exit, loving a show but disagreeing with some of that is happening, stunt doubles …

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Episode 508 | "The Penguin", "The Irishman" and ""Killers of the Flower Moon" | Actor: Louis Cancelmi 1:02:54

3M ago1:02:54

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Send us a text Episode 508 "The Penguin" Actor: Louis Cancelmi One of my favorite actors working today. He was terrific in #ThePenguin #KillersOfTheFlowerMoon and #TheIrishman not to mention #Billions and so much more. He is very much like John Carroll Lynch, low key, usually fuels and steals the show or the projects he's in. Terrific talent. Old s…

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Hawks Live with Roy Robertson-Harris, Charles Cross, & More 1:19:41

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Michael Bumpus and Jordan Babineaux prep for Week 14 vs. Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Today’s show: Cardinals Preview (00:15), Roy Robertson-Harris Interview (11:35), Charles Cross Interview (29:40), Opponent Preview (36:30), Around the NFL (40:11), Inside the Film Room (50:58), Talk that Talk (1:00:19), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:10:10…

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Episode 507 | "McFarland USA" | Actor: Carlos Pratts 52:11

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Send us a text Episode 507 "McFarland USA" Actor: Carlos Pratts. Carlos and I talk about one of the great underrated sports movies in "McFarland USA" and much more. Carlos Pratts starred in Disney's McFarland, USA and received rave reviews for his standout performance opposite Kevin Costner. Carlos also received critical acclaim for his role on the…

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Episode 506 | "Cobra Kai" | Actor: Patrick Luwis | (Axel Kovačević) 47:11

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Send us a text Episode 506 "Cobra Kai" Actor: Patrick Luwis (Axel Kovačević) Patrick Luwis is an immensley talented actor who made his debut as Axel Kovačević in part 2 of season 6 in Cobra Kai. He is terrfying, believable and a down right force on and off the mat. This is a really fun interview, sprinkled with interesting tidbits about Patrick, Co…

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Episode 505 | "FROM" | Actor: Catalina Sandino Moreno | (Tabitha Matthews) 8:22

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Send us a text Episode 505 "FROM" Actor: Catalina Sandino Moreno (Tabitha Matthews, others) Catalina joins me for a THIRD time to talk about the Season 3, Episode 10 Finale. If we are talking biggest "loser" in Season 3 its Jim Matthews. I do not mean loser in a derogatory way but as a man who legitimately lost EVERYTHING. Catalina talks about that…

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Episode 503 | "Based on a True Story" | Liana Liberato 6:51

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Send us a text Episode 503 "Based on a True Story" Actor: Liana Liberato Liana and I talk Season 2 of the dark and very funny, "Based on a True Story" which you can find on Peacock. #basedontruestory #peacock #chrismessina #kaleycuoco www.mmcpodcast.comBy Darek Thomas

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Episode 504 | "FROM" | Actor: Douglas Hughes | (The Man in The Yellow Suit) 44:45

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Send us a text Episode 504 "FROM" Actor: Douglas Hughes "The Man in The Yellow Suit" Very happy to have Doug Hughes join me on the show! We talk about his early days, the fact that he auditioned for and did not get two other parts on FROM in Season 1, they DID come calling in Season 3 for "The Man in the Yellow Suit" Doug and I break down the diabo…

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Episode 502 | "FROM" | Actor: Nathan Simmons (Elgin) 34:55

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Send us a text Episode 502 "FROM" Actor: Nathan Simmons (Elgin) Nathan Simmons returns! Nathan plays Elgin in FROM. Nathan had a terrific Season 3, a vastly underrated actor who was just terrific in so many ways in Season 3. Nathan talks so many things. He talks about trembling filming that scene with Sara, the Kimono woman and so much more. He is …

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Episode 501 | "FROM" | Actor: Hannah Cheramy (Julie Matthews). 45:13

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Send us a text Episode 501 "FROM" Actor: Hannah Cheramy Hannah joins me a second time to talk just about everything under the "FROM" Sun. We talk about key moments in Episode 10, her characters development, what her life is like away from the set, those she is closest to on the set, being on the Dean's list, her love for puzzles, her amazing growth…

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Hawks Live with Laken Tomlinson, Derick Hall & More 1:19:37

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 12 vs. Cardinals at Lumen Field. Today’s Show: Laken Tomlinson Interview (4:23), Opponent Preview with Darren Urban (16:33), Derick Hall Interview (24:37), High-Level Preview (36:01), Around the NFL (44:08), Inside the Film Room (53:15), Talk that Talk (1:01:23), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:09:53).…

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Episode 500 | "FROM" | Actor Shaun Majumder (Father Khatri) 46:32

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Send us a text Episode 500! "FROM" Actor: Shaun Majumder (Father Khatri) Shaun joins me to talk about a wide array of topics. We talk about how FROM and fatherhood can be similar, if Father Khatri is indeed an entity/spirit or a figment of Boyd's Imagination, Shaun being told his character was being killed off and so, so much more. Make sure you st…

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Episode 499 | "Ray Donovan" and "I Am Legend" | Actor: Dash Mihok 12:39

4M ago12:39

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Send us a text Episode 499 Ray Donovan and I Am Legend ActorL Dash Mihok Dash joins me to talk about his new film "Armor" starting #sylvesterstallone we also talk about his previous work in Ray Donovan and I Am Legend. What a sincerely wonderful and sweet man. Dashiell Mihok(My-hock) AKA Dash and "Diz" Mihok, was raised in Greenwich Village, NYC. T…

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Episode 498 | "FROM" | Actor: Cliff Saunders (Dale) 1:06:06

4M ago1:06:06

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Send us a text Episode 498 "FROM" Actor: Cliff Saunders (Dale) The very funny Cliff Saunders joins me to talk Dale, his real life wife Liz who plays Donna on the show, being stuck in a deep end pool wall, how that happened and why FROM is loved by so many. Cliff Saunders was born in Barrie, Ontario, and raised in Ottawa/Ottawa Valley area. He lives…

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Hawks Live With Laviska Shenault Jr., Cody White & More 1:21:56

4M ago1:21:56

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 11 vs. 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Today’s show: Laviska Shenault Jr. Interview (00:15), High Level Preview (14:38), Cody White Interview (19:38), Opponent Preview (30:31), Around the NFL (40:46), Inside the Film Room (53:46), Talk that Talk (1:04:23), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:16:01). See omnystudi…

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Episode 497 | "FROM" | Actor: Corteon Moore | (Ellis Stevens) 7:22

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Send us a text Episode 497. "FROM" Actor: Corteon Moore This episode is filled with key details from Season 3. Corteon and I talk about his character, potentially being underutilized in Season 3 (I said that), we talk about Corteon's brand new beautiful baby in FROM, the fact that Episode 10 is one of my favorite episodes of any show ever and why t…

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Episode 495 | "FROM" | Actor: Liz Saunders (Donna) 6:35

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Send us a text Episode 495 "FROM" Actor: Liz Saunders Liz joins me a THIRD time to talk "FROM", her real world husband Cliff Saunders (Dale), Why Donna seems like she is the one character that is just about done with Fromville, being a big part of a cast and show from the beginning that has just flourished with fans. This and more. Welcome back, Li…

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Episode 494 | "FROM" | Actor: Deborah Grover | (Tillie) 30:32

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Send us a text Episode 494 "FROM" Actor" Deborah Grover (Tillie) Deborah Grover joins me to talk her character Tillie! We discuss Tillie's amazing spirit, the fact that she might be the happiest arrival/person in FROM, is there more to Tillie than just a sweet, kind understanding motherly figure, if she working with monsters and those Tarot cards. …

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Episode 493 | "FROM" | Actor: Shuoxin Fu (Kimono Woman) 26:04

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Send us a text Episode 493 "FROM" Actor: Shuoxin Fu (Kimono Woman) Shin plays the very mysterious and horrifying "Kimono Woman" in "FROM" Shin moved from China to Canada at the age of 25 and is a photographer, model and actor. We talk about her life, career, FROM and her character. One of the more mysterious character in FROM I think she is a big p…

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Hawks Live with K’Von Wallace, Kenny McIntosh & More 1:21:41

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 9 vs. Rams at Lumen Field. Today’s show: K’Von Wallace Interview (00:22), High Level Preview (11:18), Kenny McIntosh Interview (20:06), Opponent Preview (30:30), Around the NFL (42:13), Inside the Film Room (51:39), Talk that Talk (1:01:12), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:12:21). See omnystudio.com/li…

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Episode 492 | "FROM" | Actor: Pegah Ghafoori (Fatima) 7:13

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Send us a text Episode 492 "FROM" Actor: Pegah Ghafoori ***Please know there might be minor spoliers in this interview*** Pegah and I talk about Fatima, who I am very worried about. Nothing good happens in from and Fatima's pregnancy is no different. We talk about Fatima's food and drink choices, the future of her character, Harold Perrineau's very…

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Episode 491 | "The Sopranos" | Actor: Vincent Pastore 16:04

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Send us a text Episode 491 "The Sopranos" Actor: Vincent Pastore. Many know Vincent from his role as Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero. Vincent joins me to talk about his newest project "Don Q". We also talk about his character in the Sopranos, if Big Puss had another way out, if his character was killed off too early and how much he misses James G…

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Episode 490 | "Reno 911" | Actor: Mary Birdsong 54:56

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Send us a text Episode 490 "Reno 911" Actor: Mary Birdsong Mary grew up in the small beach community of Long Beach Island, NJ, but her family hails from Louisiana. She graduated from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in acting, and the Stella Adler Award for Outstanding Achievement in Acting. Recently Mary was also awarded an honorary Maste…

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Episode 489 | "FROM" | Actor: Samantha Brown | (Acosta) 28:06

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Send us a text Episode 489 "FROM" Actor: Samantha Brown Samantha Brown is one of the few new members of the "FROM" cast added for Season 3. She plays "Acosta", a Maine Police Officer who has found her way to "FROMVILLE" Sam and I talk about making her jump from a career in business, to now, a member of the cast of "FROM". We talk about Acosta, her …

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Hawks Live With Michael Jerrell, Josh Jobe & More 1:22:34

5M ago1:22:34

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Michael Bumpus and Paul Moyer prep for Week 8 vs. the Bills at Lumen Field. Today’s show: High Level Preview (00:14), Opponent Preview with Sal Capaccio (10:05), Josh Jobe Interview (21:32), Around the NFL (32:21), Inside the Film Room (42:14), Michael Jerrell Interview (51:43), Talk that Talk (1:05:41), Final Thoughts/ Keys to Victory (1:15:21). S…

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Episode 488 | "FROM" | Actor: David Alpay (Jade) 7:33

5M ago7:33

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Send us a text Episode 488 "FROM" Actor: David Alpay (Jade) David Alpay is an immensely talented actor who currently plays Jade in the hit series "FROM". David and I talk about Jade's sarcasm, whether Jade has become a better person over the course of the series, are the residents/ hostages in FROM being mentally and physically affected by the wate…

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