Paul McCartney, Stephen Colbert, Kyra Sedgwick, Kevin Costner, Spike Lee, Bryan Cranston, Kristin Chenoweth, David Duchovny, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Bill Burr, Laura Prepon, Billy Bob Thornton, Michael Strahan, Historian Jon Meacham, Judd Apatow, Kristen Chenoweth, Thomas Friedman of The New York Times, , Sanjay Gupta, Ken Burns, Bill Wyman-The Rolling Stones , Tim Robbins, Bob Costasand MORE, join Emmy & Peabody award-winning comedian Paul Mecurio who interviews the biggest names in entertainment, music, media, sports, politics and science. Paul uncovers hilarious anecdotes and never-before-heard insights about his guests and how they do what they do and became so successful in their field.
Astrophysicist, Neil degrasse Tyson
Sep 05, 2026
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If aliens visited us what would you ask them? What would they look like - would they have a head and arms? What would they think of what we call a "Big Mac?" My good friend Neil degrasse Tyson returns as a guest where we explore those questions and alot more as we talk about his terrific book, "Take Me To Your Leader" in which he gives us a whole new set of unique ways to look at the question of whether alien life exists.
Kristen Stewart & Alia Shawkat - "The Wrong Girls"
Aug 17, 2026
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What would you do if you were a stoner who got psychic powers from experimental drugs? You don't have to be on drugs to figure it out thanks to "The Wrong Girls," the hilarious stoner comedy/sci-fi caper. Kristen, Alia and I have a great time talking about the film (which includes a comedy all-star supporting cast), the screwups they play in the movie, why this film is a completely fresh take on how women are portrayed in "buddy comedy pics" and much more.
Tom Rogers - Creator CNBC and MSNBC
Aug 07, 2026
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A fascinating conversation with a legend in the traditional media and digital media industries. Tom has revolutionized business and news coverage through the creation of CNBC and MSNBC; changed the face of TV consumption through TiVo, including bringing Netflix and Amazon into the streaming TV era and served as Executive Producer of the first full-length, AI generated motion picture. Hear from someone who has had a direct impact on your life in the way you consume news and entertainment.
Mary Steenburgen - Academy Award & Golden Globe Winner
Jul 28, 2026
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Pickleball could change your life! So says Mary Steenburgen and her new film star-studded “The Dink” as she talks about the film in this fun conversation about her storied 50-year career in Hollywood including how she chooses projects and roles and what it is about this role in “The Dink” that was unlike any other she has played.
Melissa Etheridge - Grammy Winning Singer-Songwriter
Jun 12, 2026
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A fascinating conversation with legendary artist, Melissa Etheridge about her writing process, what inspires her, and what it was like starting out as a musician and how she has grown and changed as a songwriter over the years. Melissa is very open about how she has used music to cope with serious loss in her life and shares the power of radio had in her life to expose her to a wide variety of music growing up.
Rob Reiner & Nick Reiner - Rob's Career & Their Film, "Being Charlie"
Dec 15, 2025
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This is an interview on my show (formerly titled "2 Chairs & A Microphone") I did a while back with Rob about his amazing career, his life and the movie he made with his son Nick, “Being Charlie. “ Rob was so proud and excited to have made this film with his son. Rob was a great artist, and more importantly, a great human being. A true social activist, he loved people and cared deeply about mankind. He was a tireless spokesperson for the downtrodden and made huge contributions to better the world. He is going to be sorely missed. RIP.
CNN Host, Abby Phillip - NewsNight
Nov 13, 2025
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An eye-opening look at civil rights leader and Presidential candidate Jesse Jackson and how he changed the political playing field for all Americans. You aren't going to learn this in history classes in school.
Jake Tapper - CNN, "The Lead with Jake Tapper"
Oct 29, 2025
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Hear how the unlikely and challenging capture of a little known terrorist made America safe and changed the course of the war on terror here in America. An absolutely gripping account of Jake's new book that highlights the amazing detective work done to capture and convict this brazen terrorist.
Dr. Drew - "Ask Dr. Drew"
Oct 16, 2025
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Dr. Drew apologizes. After re-thinking some of his positions on vaccines, health mandates, etc, Dr. Drew is now on a self-professed apology tour. This is a fascinating and brutally honest assessment from Dr. Drew of what he's gotten wrong (and right). A refreshing moment in the national dialogue that you absolutely should hear.
Michael Chiklis - "Fantastic Four," "The Shield," "The Commish"
Sep 27, 2025
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Hear Emmy winner Michael Chiklis talk about regret, humility, why people are not connected these days and how his new film, "The Senior" is a movie that will surprise you, motivate you and make you feel something you didn't at all expect. This movie is unlike any movie big Hollywood is releasing these days. And that's a GOOD thing.
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