Best Zachary Sons Podcasts (2024)

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KIERNAN SHIPKA — on growing up on “Mad Men” set and her self-help book obsession 45:07

29m ago45:07

45:07

"Sweethearts” star Kiernan Shipka joins the show. Over a salmon bowl, Shipka tells us how she sees her character on “Mad Men” differently now, her “Girls” rewatch and why she loves a self-help book (plus, recs!). This episode was recorded at Forage in Silver Lake, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Ep. 163: Unlawful Entry 1:04:06

2h ago1:04:06

1:04:06

Zo goes to LA to check out the homes there. He's looking at the neighborhoods, checking out the crime stats and investigating the night life. He had heard about a recent break-in at a hoity-toity neighborhood, but that no one was seriously hurt. There are rumors going around, though, that the cop who caught the suspect had beaten the ever living cr…

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#233 | Lit Boy 52:51

5d ago52:51

52:51

Flannery O'Connor and smugness, New Gut Check Literacy Month series coming...By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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Ep. 162: Clash of the Titans 1:16:29

5h ago1:16:29

1:16:29

Zo somehow, by some cruel trick, finds himself in Greece during the age of heroes. Was he brought to this time of gods and monsters by the ancient titans? Was this some sort of vile joke put on by self serving deities? Zo is eager to get back to his own time. Perhaps the nearest adventurer would be kind enough to offer aid. The nearest person just …

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ZACHARY QUINTO — on being a leading man in “Brilliant Minds” 45:30

7d ago45:30

45:30

Actor Zachary Quinto comes back to the show for another helping. Over Greek salad, Quinto tells us about this huge moment in his career, why he avoids reading reviews at all costs, and how he's taking care of himself during this polarizing political moment. This episode was recorded at Cookbook Market & Cafe in Larchmont Village, CA. Learn more abo…

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Ep. 161: The Creature from the Black Lagoon 1:04:00

3h ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Zo joins a group of scientists and researchers to attempt to find and identify what they believe may be a link between humans and prehistoric aquatic life. If they can only find the fossilized remains then their path will be clear. Once they get down to the Amazon they quickly learn that the species that they were looking for is far from extinct an…

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RACHEL BLOOM — laughing while grieving and surviving 'status dysmorphia’ 47:59

14d ago47:59

47:59

Actor and comedian Rachel Bloom joins the show. Over Persian crispy rice and Moroccan spiced carrots, Bloom tells me about her new Netflix special “Death, Let Me Do My Special,” and we both laugh and get a little teary recalling people we’ve lost close to us. Plus, Rachel gets me in stitches talking about parenting paranoia. This episode was record…

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Ep. 160: The Bride of Frankenstein (1935) 1:41:23

8d ago1:41:23

1:41:23

Zo learns that Dr. Frankenstein hadn't perished after all, in spite of being tossed off of a three story windmill by his monstrous creation. Shockingly, the monster also survived! The Monster, being harassed and tormented by the populous, is more dangerous than ever and lashing out at almost anyone who approaches him. Over time the Fiend learned hu…

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TYLER HENRY — on his early premonitions and talking to Alan Thicke on the other side 47:31

21d ago47:31

47:31

Celebrity medium Tyler Henry joins the show. Over salads, Tyler tells me about when he discovered his ability to speak to the departed, his first celebrity client (psst, it’s Sarah Paulson), and his new live Netflix show. This episode was recorded at Terra at Eataly in Century City, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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Ep. 159: Dracula (1931) 1:14:50

15d ago1:14:50

1:14:50

Zo travels to London to take in the sights, try some food and perhaps go to the theater. Coincidentally, there is a mysterious figure doing the very same thing. Zo hears of a very wealthy and eccentric noble visiting from Transylvania. Dressed in a jet black tuxedo and silk cape, this Count tends to sleep all day and go out at night. Zo has also he…

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JOSH GAD — on a fraught father-son relationship and why “Frozen” freaks out his kids 48:12

28d ago48:12

48:12

The voice of Olaf in “Frozen” and Elder Arnold Cunningham in “Book of Mormon” ... Josh Gad joins the show. Over a salmon citrus salad, Josh tells me about finding out about his father’s secret family, why working in "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” sent him home in tears, and we get a little tease for what’s next in the world of “Frozen…

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Yes, We Tried Pressing Escape | An Announcement 5:18

18d ago5:18

5:18

I don't have that code! You broke in here to access out computer?! Any information you could get--when they wake up in Altoona in the morning, they'll change it! You won't be able to blackmail our executives or threaten our publishing emp-- SIT! DOWN!By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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Ep. 158: Frankenstein (1931) 1:04:04

24d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Zo has been invited to attend a wedding of Dr. Henry Frankenstein, the son of the good Baron Frankenstein, and the lovely Elizabeth. It all seems quite dandy at first. Then, suddenly, a rampaging monster crashes the wedding! Roughly shaped like a large man in a shabby suit the thing was grunting and swinging at anyone who got too close. As it turne…

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PAUL FEIG — on basing “Freaks and Geeks” on his life and how “Bridesmaids” almost wasn’t 49:50

1M ago49:50

49:50

“Jackpot!” director Paul Feig joins the show. Over martinis, Paul tells me about being a tour guide at Universal Studios, how Judd Apatow was a big support in getting “Freaks and Geeks” made, and how “The Office” was tweaked for American audiences. This episode was recorded at The Benjamin in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p…

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#232 | A Flight of Huel and a Flight of Fancy 40:02

1M ago40:02

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This week: Who's the George in your life? Huel: Not mealy, lumpy gruelBy Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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LILY RABE — on "American Horror Story" and working with mom's ex Al Pacino 45:42

1M ago45:42

45:42

"Presumed Innocent” star Lily Rabe joins the show. Over oysters, Lily talks about working together on “Merchant of Venice," how Ryan Murphy made it impossible to say no to him, and why she knows her mother (the late great Jill Clayburgh) would approve of her partner Hamish Linklater. This episode was recorded at The Lonely Oyster in Echo Park, CA. …

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Ep. 157: Timecop 1:11:52

1M ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Zo decides to take a stroll down memory lane, but instead of just relaxing in an easy chair and thinking about old times, he's going to literally take a stroll in the past by way of a time machine. It's not exactly legal to time travel and he has to be careful because there are dutiful and persistent agents from the TEC that police the timelines to…

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#231 | Mozart's Ghost 1:05:00

2M ago1:05:00

1:05:00

This week: We watched The Net. Then we pressed CTRL-SHIFT and discussed it.By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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MENA SUVARI — on leaving toxic relationships and healing through writing 42:26

2M ago42:26

42:26

"American Beauty” and “American Pie” star Mena Suvari joins the show. Over veggie burgers, Mena talks about deciding to stop being vegan, how marrying young made her repeat generational trauma, and why she decided to have a child at age 38. This episode was recorded at Hugo’s in West Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho…

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NOLAN GOULD — (van)life after ‘Modern Family’ and finding his people in L.A. 51:17

2M ago51:17

51:17

“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Family,” his backpacking/van life phase, and his Nerf gun fight with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at El Compadre in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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Ep. 156: Philadelphia (Featuring Emily Marinelli, Author of: Comfort Sequels) 2:19:42

2M ago2:19:42

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Zo and Emily, that is Emily Marinelli, the author of Comfort Sequels: the Psychology of Movie Sequels from the 80s and 90s, venture to the historic city of Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy and the city of brotherly love. The city's reputation for equality and love are put to the test when one Philadelphian is fired from a prestigi…

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Jesse Joins Andy Richter to Talk About His Roots 5:18

2M ago5:18

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Today, we are giving you a sneak peak into comedian Andy Richter’s podcast, The Three Questions with Andy Richter. Every Tuesday on The Three Questions, Andy invites friends, actors, musicians and asks them all the same three questions: "Where do you come from? Where are you going? What have you learned?" And tune in to the podcast feed every Frida…

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ANDY RICHTER — dating app happy endings and being Conan O’Brien’s ‘TV wife’ 49:51

2M ago49:51

49:51

“Modern Family” star Nolan Gould joins the show. Over traditional Mexican fare, Nolan tells me about selling all his belongings post “Modern Family,” his backpacking/van life phase, and his Nerf gun fight with Bryan Cranston. This episode was recorded at El Compadre in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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Ep. 155: Sleepy Hollow 53:01

2M ago53:01

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Zo is on his own on this trip to a sleepy town in the Hudson highlands known as Sleepy Hollow. The town is quaint and the people are polite. They are, however, most unnerved as there are a series of grizzly murders that are taking place that no one seems to be able to stop. From New York City an enterprising fellow arrives with the most peculiar te…

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#230 | Intervention 49:58

2M ago49:58

49:58

This week: pushing on pain-points for content.By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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Ep. 154: Enemy of the State (Featuring Rob Fredette from HodgePod with Rob Fredette) 1:17:21

2M ago1:17:21

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Zo and Rob, from the podcast HodgePod with Rob Fredette, are checking out the sites in Washington, D.C, and . . . wait . . . are they being followed? in one moment it seems that they are leading normal lives and in the other feels like they are being watched by shadowy figures. In the next moment two men: an older gruff looking man and a younger ma…

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ASHLEY PARK — finding love on 'Emily in Paris' and a bestie in Lily Collins 54:31

2M ago54:31

54:31

"Emily in Paris" star Ashley Park joins the show. Over oysters and nicoise salad, Ashley tells me about her early days on Broadway, her showmance turned serious relationship with costar Paul Forman, and she reveals a special moment with Meryl Streep from working together on “Only Murders in the Building.” This episode was recorded at Palihouse Lobb…

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Building Masonic Education From The Ground Up 1:23:35

2M ago1:23:35

1:23:35

Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join-----------------------------------Recommended Masonic Books:► Light Reflections: Philosophical Thoughts and Observations of a Texas Freemason by Brad Kohanke - https://amzn.to/3226x7C► Observing the Craft: The Pursuit of Excellence in Masonic Labo…

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#229 | Watch This 59:00

3M ago59:00

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This week: baller watches, a Bob Ross energy drink, boxing, sushi with Jesus, Gut Check Records.By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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BEN PLATT – stairway hookups and the queer Americana of 'Honeymind' 43:39

3M ago43:39

43:39

Singer, Broadway star and film actor Ben Platt joins the show. Over chicken and broccoli, Ben tells me about the queer Americana of his latest album “Honeymind,” we hear the real backstory to his romance with fiancé Noah Galvin, and we get the scoop on the ambitious “Merrily We Roll Along” Richard Linklater film. This episode was recorded at Genghi…

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Ep. 153: Brewster's Millions (Featuring Stephanie Graham from noseyAF with Stephanie Graham) 1:50:34

3M ago1:50:34

1:50:34

Zo and Stephanie, from noseyAF with Stephanie Graham, take a trip to Jersey to check out their favorite minor league team: the Hackensack Bulls. As it happens, their relief pitcher, Monty Brewster, has become an instant millionaire and has been spending his money like a crazy person. Monty has also started running for Mayor of New York; his slogan:…

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A Best Practices Lodge with Bro. Pete Normand 1:23:34

3M ago1:23:34

1:23:34

Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnKjPlQhBbSNSDwK2ljmKRw/join-----------------------------------Recommended Masonic Books:► Light Reflections: Philosophical Thoughts and Observations of a Texas Freemason by Brad Kohanke - https://amzn.to/3226x7C► Observing the Craft: The Pursuit of Excellence in Masonic Labo…

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Talking about Ego and Fear Featuring Ethan: Holy Wackos Podcast Episode 13 22:55

3M ago22:55

22:55

Ethan joins us once again to talk about different topics including ego and fear!By Zachary Sons, Mariah Golden

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AWKWAFINA - unresolved grief and a healing trip to Korea 49:46

3M ago49:46

49:46

"Jackpot” star Nora “Awkwafina” Lum joins the show. Over croquettes monsieur, Nora tells me about feeling like an “Asian mom” on her Comedy Central show, the unusual store where her grandmother likes to namedrop her, and coping with the loss of her mother in adulthood. This episode was recorded at Mr. T in Hollywood, CA. Learn more about your ad ch…

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Ep. 152: Point Break (Featuring Luke Ferris from Least Important Things) 1:49:18

3M ago1:49:18

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Zo and Luke Ferris (host of the famed podcast: Least Important Things) hit the California beaches for the best surfing spots, but it’s not all fun and games. Some of these surfers are up to no good. They may seem like they’re laid back, but there’s an intensity about them that suggests caution. They might be living an authentic bohemian lifestyle .…

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#228 | Four and a Half Tweets 59:04

3M ago59:04

59:04

A full cast reacts to some untweeted tweets.By Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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Ethan's Testimony: Holy Wackos Podcast Episode 12 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

Mariah and Zachary talk to their friend Ethan about his testimony and more!By Zachary Sons, Mariah Golden

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RITA ORA — newlywed life and turning down ‘Eurovision’ 49:51

3M ago49:51

49:51

Singer, actor, and “The Masked Singer” host Rita Ora joins the show. Over uni and endive salad, Rita tells me about turning down “Eurovision” and Andrew Llyod Webber, how making tea for musicians led to her big break, and the reality TV inspiration for her villainous Queen of Hearts in Disney + film “Descendants: The Rise of Red.” This episode was …

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Ep. 151: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) (Featuring Jeff Macolino from The Jeff Macolino Podcast) 2:08:01

3M ago2:08:01

2:08:01

Zo and Jeff, from The Jeff Macolino Podcast, take a trip to NYC and crime is rampant with pick pockets, delivery truck thefts, and people are coming home finding their rooms had been ransacked! Who’s responsible for this outrage? Rumor has it that it’s a Japanese gang known as the Foot Clan and that the Foot are being challenged by giant ninja turt…

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NICOLE BYER — coping with disappointment and how not to spread a loved one's ashes 50:53

3M ago50:53

50:53

Comedian, actor and “WipeOut” co-host Nicole Byer joins the show. Over French toast, Nicole tells me why sitcom “Grand Crew” was so special to her, how she was initially unsure if she nailed “Nailed It” (see what I did there?) and what her dad might have thought of her hamburger bikini number. This episode was recorded at Lady Byrd Café in Echo Par…

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#227 | Not Really Gene Wilder's Son 58:37

3M ago58:37

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This week: Watch me now!, Presidential Botox, Zach has great porcelain skin, breaking down The Bear Season 3, getting anywayedBy Ted Kluck and Zachary Bartels

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BONUS EPISODE 27: Deadpool & Wolverine Impressions 15:00

3M ago15:00

15:00

Zo gives his spoiler free impressions of Deadpool & Wolverine #Deadpool&Wolverine #MarvelStudios #MCU Please leave a comment, suggestion or question on our social media: Back Look Cinema: The Podcast Links: Website: www.backlookcinema.com Email: fanmail@backlookcinema.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@backlookcinema Twitter: https://twitter.com…

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