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.
Sharon Gless - Emmy & Golden Globe Winner "Cagney and Lacey," "Queer as Folk," "Burn Notice"
Dec 13, 2021
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Sharon pulls no punches and is very funny talking about her amazing life and Hollywood career. From growing up a rebel in Los Angeles, to starring in 2 groundbreaking shows, to her bout with Alcoholism, the expectations her family had for her, and the scary advice she got from her very powerful Grandfather, Sharon is spellbinding as she discusses with GREAT honesty her life and new memoir.
John Schneider - "Smallville," "Dukes of Hazzard," "haves and Have Nots," "Poker Run"
Nov 26, 2021
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John doesn't hold back in his opinion about conventional Hollywood and why it no longer works for him. He explains why he left the mainstream system and has created his own Independent studio where he's produced 10 movies, including his latest, "Poker Run" - a tribute to the "Smokey and The Bandit" movie franchise." John is very engaging in this conversation as he describes how he got his start and what makes for a long career in Hollywood and what he values most in life.
Randy Couture - "The Expendables," "Ballers," "Midnight Zombie Massacre" - 6x UFC Champ
Nov 11, 2021
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A great conversation with Randy about his new film, how he rose up to be one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time, his acting career, being in the army and more. Randy gives us a fascinating insider's look at the Xs and Os of UFC fighting from a world champion as he talks about his fighting style, how he approaches a match and then has to shift strategies during a match and more - a really interesting look into the mind of a truly GREAT fighter. You learn things about MMA fighting that will blow you away.
David Duchovny - "X-Files," "Californication," "Twin Peaks," "Gestureland" Album
Oct 26, 2021
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One of my favorite interviews EVER - it goes in so many directions I didn't expect which is what I LOVE about it. David is hilarious, very open and honest, as he talks about everything, from his new album, how he got started in acting instead of pursuing a career in writing, his creative process as an actor, writer and musician, a hilarious story about meeting RINGO on a plane, what annoys him and much more.
Ludacris - Grammy Winning Rapper, Actor - "Fast & Furious"
Oct 15, 2021
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A very revealing and eye-opening conversation with Ludacris as he talks about his early days and struggles s a rapper, what hard lessons he learned coming up in the music business, his fascinating writing process and what inspires him, his new animated series for young girls inspired by his daughter, hear him talk about raising 4 girls, what legacy he wants to leave for them and with his music, what his transition to acting has been like and more.
Tim Robbins - Oscar Winner - "Shawshank Redemption," "Bull Durham," "The Player"
Sep 30, 2021
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A very personal discussion with Tim where he gives never-before heard revealing insight into his creative process and acting, how he approaches new projects, his virtual production adapting Studs Terkel famous book-"Hard Times" in which an amazing cast of actors explore the actual lives of 30 everyday Americans.
George F. Will - Pulitzer Prize Winning Journalist, Commentator
Sep 20, 2021
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George is insightful, utterly unique and funny in this wide-ranging conversation where he offers his take on EVERYTHING from our current divisive political climate, security in our Nation's Capitol, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, the softening of American youth, the 1790s and 1850s in America, Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, Football and more, in a way only George could.
Kirk Herbstreit - Emmy Winning Analyst - ESPN College Game Day
Aug 30, 2021
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A totally riveting conversation with Kirk about the amazing and gutsy gamble he made turning down a lucrative sales job after college to pursue a “no way you’ll make it” dream career in broadcasting, the effects of coming from a broken home and his challenging upbringing as a painfully shy kid, what traits makes him such a good broadcaster, how he persevered through a frustrating Ohio State playing career and much more.
Howie Mandel - "America's Got Talent," "Deal or No Deal," "But Enough About Me"
Aug 17, 2021
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A hilarious conversation with Howie who has a documentary out about his life. Howie describes his frightening 1st time on stage, how a plastic glove simultaneously saved him and started his career, which big name comedian was most supportive of Howie, the shocking way he landed his breakout role in St. Elsewhere, what his wife told him that changed his life, and his secret to all the success he's had in the entertainment business.
Elie Honig - CNN Legal Analyst, Former Federal Prosecutor
Aug 02, 2021
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Elie gives a riveting, brutally honest assessment of former Attorney General William Barr in discussing his new book, "Hatchet Man." A detailed, incredibly candid take on Barr's days running DOJ as Elie describes the long-term damage Barr has done to the Justice Department, why Barr protected Donald Trump and encouraged the "Big Lie," the TRUE extremist that Barr is and why, how Barr became such a staunch proponent of the absolute power of the Presidency, what motivated him to ignore his legal duties and put his own interests ahead of the country and much more.
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