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Break out your slip dresses, choker necklaces and throw your hair in a butterfly clip because we’re taking you back to the 90’s! David Lascher and Christine Taylor, stars of the cult classic show ‘Hey Dude’ are going full rewind to the 90’s in their new podcast also titled…‘Hey Dude…The 90’s Called!’. So grab your Motorola brick phone and leave a code on your best friend’s beeper so you can figure out which Spice Girl you both are, because you won’t want to be left Clueless when the nostalgi ...
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One of the quintessential voices of our time, Hank Azaria is the man behind our beloved 'Moe' on The Simpsons, and many more iconic characters. From his 36-year ongoing gig, to his high profile movies like 'Birdcage' and 'Along Came Polly,' Hanks tells us about his eclectic career and the famous friends he made along the way. See omnystudio.com/lis…
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From the 'Police Academy' films to 'Short Circuit' to 'Three Men and a Baby,' Steve Guttenberg became a comedy mainstay for a generation. He started with three hundred dollars in his pocket, and parlayed that into a decades-long career full of classic movies and memorable lines. Forty years later, the actor still salutes recruits and loves what he …
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Ben Stiller returns for more hilarious Hollywood stories! This time, Christine's hubby shares his latest passion project and why it's the most personal thing he's ever done. Ben also reflects on family legacy, the mega director who helped make 'Tropic Thunder' possible, and why that movie would be impossible to make today. Plus, find out what 'Wedd…
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Her smash hit 'Victoria's Secret' dominated the airwaves and singer Jax has never looked back.This episode of Hey Dude is a family affair as Jax is joined by the teenager she babysat for years, also known as Chelsea Lascher who happens to be David's daughter! The artist talks about the impact TikTok had on her career while creating viral videos wit…
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From the sci-fi classic 'Total Recall' to the action-packed 'Con Air,' actress Rachel Ticotin's resumé reads like a 90s blockbuster roster. She takes us back to her time as a production assistant on 'Raging Bull' with Robert De Niro, to starring alongside Paul Newman in 'Fort Apache The Bronx,' all the way to 'Man on Fire' with Denzel Washington. F…
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Gavin Rossdale doesn't beat around the Bush! The British rock star tells us all about the height of his fame with his former band, and the toll it took on his life. From his marriage to Gwen Stefani, to the complicated relationship he has with himself. Plus, what keeps him making music as a solo artist and the surprises coming down the pipe! See om…
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From Northern Exposure to Numb3rs...there are 'Billions' of reasons to love Emmy nominated actor Rob Morrow. Find out how he started his career in acting, his bi-coastal lifestyle, his special tie to Ben Stiller, and his passion for music! Plus, his big body of work is only surpassed by his big heart as a dedicated supporter of causes close to his …
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Sandy Alexander Chaplin's Hollywood resume is chock full of classic movies and tv shows. From starring alongside Leonardo DiCaprio in 'The Basketball Diaries,' to playing James Hobert in 'Spin City,' Sandy has appeared in dozens of winning projects. In this episode of Hey Dude, Sandy talks about finding his calling at the age of eight, working with…
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His body of work may have started in the 80's but Corey Feldman transcends time.The eccentric actor and performer tells us all about touring with 90s band Limp Bizkit, the famous director who calls Corey his muse, and what he considers his greatest achievement. This is the true 'unmasking' of one of Hollywood's most intriguing talents! See omnystud…
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In the 90s, Christine worked with Drew Barrymore in the CLASSIC comedy "The Wedding Singer" and they've been like sisters ever since! So when Christine and David invited Drew to be on the Hey Dude podcast, she had an even BETTER idea, she invited them to take over her talk show for a day! Listen to the entire episode of David and Christine intervie…
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From 'Loving' to 'Numb3rs,' Alimi Ballard has a long list of hit shows under his belt, but Sabrina the Teenage Witch will always hold a special placein his heart. He remembers the undeniable 'magic' on that set, plus other jobs he loved, and even one he TRIED to get fired from!It's a can't miss candid AND comedic episode of Hey Dude courtesy of the…
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Actor Michael Stoyanov appeared in one episode of T.J. Hooker and never looked back!But it was his role as Anthony in the Mayim Bialik show 'Blossom' that really stole our hearts. Find out the shocking number of people that watched his wedding episode, and how heartbroken David was about his breakup with Christine! See omnystudio.com/listener for p…
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From 'Carol and Company' to 'Mad About You' to 'Spin City,' Richard Kind found consistent success since his days on stage. He tells us how he crafted an incredible career, the job he was fired from, the job he missed out on, the money he lent to friends, and his life-long bromance with George Clooney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…
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From 'The Craft' with Christine Taylor, to 'The Boys' with Winona Ryder, to 'Scream' with Neve Campbell...Skeet was undoubtedly a 90s heartthrob with the acting chops of a veteran thespian. He talks about how it all started with a bit part in 'Weekend at Bernie's" and acting classes taught by legends like William H. Macy and David Mamet. Plus- find…
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New Kids On The Block recruited Boston born talent Joey McIntyre as their youngest member, and decades later they're still together. 'Step-By-Step' Joey takes us through the years with NKOTB. From being the 'new kid' in the group, to his partying days, to his 'Wicked' work on stage, Joey loved every minute and so did WE! Plus, he tells us about an …
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90s Rock band 'Nelson' gave us hits like (Can't Live Without Your) Love & Affection and After the Rain, decades later they're still rockin' and rollin'. In this episode, twin brothers Matthew and Gunnar Nelson tell us what it was really like being born into Hollywood royalty. What do they remember about their grandparents Ozzie & Harriet?What was i…
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Talk about a fascinating trajectory. Find out what prompted Stacy and her family to go from a huge house in Pennsylvania to a cramped apartment in Manhattan. Why she didn't feel ready for the starring role in 'My Two Dads?" Why she is FINALLY watching all seven seasons of 'Step By Step' for the first time ever!! And, what made her decide to practic…
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*NSYNC founder Chris Kirkpatrick is 'Tearin' Up Our Hearts' in this awesome episode of Hey Dude the 90s Called!Chris looks back at his 'boy band' days...but make no mistake about it, there are more 5-part harmonies on the horizon!Plus, a look at the band's rise to fame on TRL, the tragic fall of MTV, and how they worked with legends like Michael Ja…
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Candace Cameron Bure filled our houses and our hearts in the 90s as a member of the Tanner family. Decades later, she still feels like home! In this episode, we look back at how it all started for Candace AND her heartthrob brother Kirk. Did she really manage his fan club as a teenager?!? Plus, find out who experienced growing pains in that first s…
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Beth Broderick cast her spell on us when she starred as Aunt Zelda in "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," but she was making magic happen long before then.From her very first series with Brad Pitt, to her roles in "Bonfire of the Vanities" and "Fools Rush In"...Beth's body of work is extensive!She shares so many great stories, from her romance with a huge…
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With a resume that includes classics like Rain Man, Jerry Maguire, The Green Mile, and Jumangi just to name a few...it's no wonder Bonnie Hunt has some stories to tell. Like who was supposed to play Jerry Maguire before Tom Cruise got the role? What hit show did she turn down and why? How did she go from being a full-time nurse to an Emmy nominee? …
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98 Degrees founding member Jeff Timmons discovered perfect harmony when he assembled the acapela group turned TRL superstars. But before their chart-topping bops and ballads, the boy band paid plenty of dues by becoming their own marketing machine. In this episode we learn about their days driving Winnebagos, industry hurdles they had to overcome, …
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Actor, singer, and voice actor Scott Grimes may have casually stumbled into an audition as a child, but Hollywood had other plans for this true triple talent. We learn how he was spotted by Broadway legend Tommy Tune, recruited by Bob Hope, performed with Russell Crowe, and hired by Seth MacFarlane. Plus, how did a 2-episode arc on E.R. turn into a…
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'Scandal' star Dan Bucatinsky may have landed his major roles in the 2000's but the grind started in the 90s!The actor, writer, and Lisa Kudrow's longtime producing partner describes the highs and lows of Hollywood. Like his Emmy nominated show that got cancelled, the major role on 'Friends' that he didn't end up getting, and how he stumbled upon t…
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Former Nickelodeon kid Will Friedle talks to us about the days BEFORE he became Eric on the massive hit "Boy Meets World"...from commuting to the city at age 11, to moving to Hollywood as a teen, to his massive crush on Christine Taylor! He also talks about why he thought he was going to be fired from Boy Meets World, how his anxiety almost cost hi…
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You've been asking, and we've been listening!To celebrate our one year anniversary of "Hey Dude the 90s Called"...we wanted to dive deep into the show that linked us for life.This time, we chat with Mr. Ernst himself- actor David Brisbin AND Emmy Winning Writer and Producer Graham Yost. They spill LOTS of beans from the ranch- and yes, the grownups…
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Snuggle up by the fire with our special holiday episode celebrating the 90s Christmas classic 'Home Alone.' We are joined by two members of the McCallister family, Senta Moses and Hillary Wolf who gift us with the most amazing behind-the-scenes stories! From Michael Jackson casually crashing the set, to sharing a first kiss with Macaulay Culkin's o…
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Kevin Connolly has been working steadily since he was a kid, and he shares some of the best stories we've heard on this podcast so far! From the ugly leather jacket that launched his career, to the actress that broke his heart, to the movie that made him flee the country but led him to meet the woman he loves! Kevin may have run in the same Hollywo…
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From Wayne’s World to True Lies to Lilo & Stitch… Tia Carrere was born to be a leading lady. After being discovered in a grocery store in Waikiki, she took Hollywood by storm with back to back blockbusters. Countless movies, shows, and 2 Grammy wins later…Tia is still sparkling, singing, and saying “Aloha” once again in the Lilo & Stitch Live Actio…
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Soleil Moon Frye won our hearts as the beloved Punky Brewster in the 80's...but make no mistake, her incredible coming of age story happened in the 90s and she has the footage to prove it! She captured this magical decade in her movie "Kid 90" now streaming on Hulu. She tells us about the heart warming (and at times heart wrenching) look at life at…
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From his MTV days to his 90s comedy flicks like "Encino Man" and "Bio-Dome"...Pauly Shore helped define funny in the 90s.Being raised by the legends who passed through his family owned venue "The Comedy Store"...Pauly pursued the path of laughs with or without the support of his family. In this episode, he talks about the therapy of comedy, and how…
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This couple is comedy gold! Patton pounded the pavement as a stand-up comic, while Meredith launched her career in the classic film "Annie." While their careers started out differently, their digital roads would eventually cross prompting a love story worthy of its own Rom-Com! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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He did the time, he did the slime! Double Dare host Marc Summers was the pillar of Nickelodeon back in the 90s and continues entertaining crowds to this day. Find out how the Indiana native got the coveted hosting gig after thousands of applicants, and how his unbelievable run-in with Burt Reynolds ended up being a blessing in disguise! See omnystu…
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Separately, Richard Marx and Daisy Fuentes took the 90s by storm in their respective careers...but fate (and Twitter) would bring them together decades later proving that sometimes love is "Right Here Waiting." In this episode we cover everything from his countless hit songs, how she became a household name as an MTV VJ, and how their 90s hair beca…
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It's a 90's car radio mashup! Hootie and the Blowfish drummer Jim Sonefeld tells us how the southern rock band pulled us out of our 90's angst after the grunge takeover...and Edwin McCain tells us about recording "I'll Be"...one of the biggest ballads of all time! These musicians have toured together since the 90's and remain friends and collaborat…
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From policing the streets of Chicago to becoming Jerry Springer's right hand man...Steve Wilkos has become a staple on daytime television just by being himself. The tough-as-nails talk show host remembers the unbreakable bond he had with Jerry, how fist fights suddenly became the norm on television, and how he landed "The Steve Wilkos Show" which i…
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Before there was "Bennifer," there was "Bope"...the soap super couple that dominated daytime television for decades.This week we chat with "Days of Our Lives" stars Kristian Alfonso and Peter Reckell who played Hope and Bo on DOOL.Did they ever date in real life? What movie star auditioned for Peter's role? Why did Kristian leave the show? And what…
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This isn't just a reunion, it's a revival! This week, we chat with the cast of the 90's musical series "California Dreams" ahead of their upcoming New York City concert on October 13th. Five main cast-members tell us how they landed the roles, and mastered the musical performances the fans loved for five full seasons. Plus, find out which one of ou…
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*NSYNC is back baby!! Our favorite boy band reunites more than 20 years later and Lance Bass takes us on his full circle journey.From his Mississippi dreams as a kid, to *NSYNC fans taking over Times Square...to the six month hiatus that ended up lasting decades!Plus, the crazy story behind his mission to space, his unforgettable cameo in Zoolander…
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David's longtime bestie is the super sweet CEO of our favorite candy store in the WORLD, "Dylan's Candy Bar!" Find out how Dylan and David navigated the 90's together and how she helped him through his heartbreak when Christine and David broke up during their Hey Dude days.Plus, Dylan dishes on being the daughter of fashion designer Ralph Lauren, a…
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This conversation packs a powerful 90's punch as the former American Gladiator recalls the reality competition full of muscles and mullets! Find out how an accidental knockout led to the job of his dreams...and all the obstacles he endured on and off the show.Plus, the piece of advice that almost left David and Chrisitne in tears!! See omnystudio.c…
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In 1999, "American Pie" alumni Thomas Ian Nicholas graduated into American movie history. He remembers filming one of the most memorableteen comedies that summed up our favorite decade. We cover all the raunch and the careers it launched! Plus he's joined with his buddy and fellow 90's kid Luke Edwards of "Little Big League" fame to talk about thei…
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Rachel True gets candid about landing a role as a teenage witch in the 90's despite several challenges along the way.Being discovered by comedian Chris Rock, and what it was like to play Dave Chappelle's love interest in the stoner classic "Half Baked." Plus her passion for interpreting the tarot, and writing books that are sure to leave you spellb…
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You won't believe how this Catholic school kid hustled his way into Hollywood.Jamie tells us how he created a fake persona and pretended to be his own agent- which led to blockbuster movie roles and a long career in comedy.Kennedy is proof that persistence pays off when you've got the goods! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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"Wilson Phillips" was the 90s in perfect harmony...but the inception of the group started decades before. Chynna Phillips tells us how this talented trio came to be, and how they overcame the "Nepo Baby" naysayers. Plus, her life with "The Mamas and The Papas," her lasting marriage to Billy Baldwin, and the viral video that has Tiktok singing "Holy…
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A familiar face, a forever friend, and a fierce defender of actors.The beautiful Merrin Dungey is keeping busy during the strike advocating for her thespian colleagues. And when she isn't braving the L.A. sun walking the SAG-AFTRA picket lines, she's prepping for her upcoming nuptials to Radio Hall of Famer Kevin Ryder, formerly of the "Kevin & Bea…
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Mr. Feeny is still teaching life lessons and we're taking notes! Bill and his wife Bonnie have been in love for 75 years and share their secrets to marital bliss. The couple share a lasting devotion, a great sense of humor, and a couple of Emmy awards they each happened to win on the same night! Check out the first interview that left Christine and…
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NBC’s ‘Must See TV’ was the gold standard of television in the 90’s. The show Wings (and the comedic genius of Steven Weber) was a huge staple of that for 8 seasons. Steven shares amazing stories you won’t believe you’ve been living without. Family ties to Hollywood legends, what Christine was like as a neighbor and how he once ended up seeing more…
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