Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

Jamison Belushi - ’Hotel for the Holidays’ on Amazon Freevee Dec 05, 2022

Show notes

Jamison Belushi recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Jamison as Georgia in Amazon's Freevee Holiday movie 'Hotel for the Holidays' Streaming December 2nd.

Hotel for the Holidays - revolves around an ensemble of staff and guests at the charming Hotel Fontaine in New York City during Christmas Time. Georgia (Madelaine Petsch) is an ambitious young woman and the manager of the high-end hotel, which attracts guests of all kinds-including heartbroken singles, an infamous pop star, and a European ex-prince who recently abdicated his throne-all looking to escape from their everyday lives and come to the hotel as a sanctuary over the holidays. Georgia's work and personal life become entangled when she is caught between the hotel chef Luke (Mena Massoud) and the sophisticated ex-prince (Max Lloyd Jones) staying at the hotel during the holidays. The storylines of Georgia and the hotel's eclectic guests twist, turn, and come together, as they unexpectedly find friendship, love, and inspiration.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/h7czL1r2E-k

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Omar J. Dorsey Talks Final Season of ’QUEEN SUGAR’ Dec 03, 2022

Show notes

Omar J. Dorsey recently joined host Elias in the cave! Omar stars as fan favorite 'Hollywood Desonier' in Ava DuVernay's NAACP award-winning show, QUEEN SUGAR. In its seventh and final season, the 13-episode modern drama is centered around three Louisiana based siblings and their family farm which had just been declared a 'historical site' in the season six finale.

In this exclusive interview, Omar J. Dorsey shares his thoughts on the final season of "Queen Sugar" and the new series "How To Be A Bookie.

Omar is often recognized for his pivotal roles in iconic films unafraid to confront our historic American inequities including SELMA, WHEN THEY SEE US, DJANGO UNCHAINED, THE BLINDSIDE.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/zAbUggitI4Q

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Dorren Lee Talks About Season 3 of ’Kung Fu’ on The CW Nov 30, 2022

Show notes

Dorren Lee recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Dorren as Yuen Oye for the third season Kung Fu on The CW. Lee's character Yuen is the leader of the Wan Zai and rival to character Daniel Yan played by Terry Chen.

In this interview, Dorren Lee shares details about the new season of "Kung Fu," including what to expect and where to watch the show.

The CW's "Kung Fu" is a reimagining of the 1970s series and is set in the present day with a female in the lead role. The new version has been lauded for being the first network drama with a predominantly Asian American cast.

Born in Taipei but raised in Canada, Dorren also has a recurring role on season 4 of CBC's highly acclaimed authentic legal drama "Diggstown". "Diggstown" is a powerful series that highlights the very real inequities that exist in the Canadian legal system and has never shied away from delving into issues of class, race, and gender. BET+ aired season 3 in the US and may pick up season 4 in 2023. Having immigrated to Canada with her family at a young age, Dorren related immensely to her character's struggles, both having to carve their own path and shape their own identities in spite of cultural and familial expectations.

Photo credit: Vai Yu Law

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/66-_tCWcOY8

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Henry Thomas on His New Film ’Sam & Kate’: ”It Was a Lot Of Fun” Nov 26, 2022

Show notes

Henry Thomas recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Henry in his latest role as Ron in ' Sam & Kate" starring Jake Hoffman, Schuyler Fisk, Dustin Hoffman, Sissy Spacek now playing in select theaters.

Sam & Kate - A life-affirming family dramedy starring Oscar®-winners Dustin Hoffman and Sissy Spacek, Sam & Kate takes place in a small town in the heart of the country. Hoffman plays Bill, the larger-than-life father to Sam (Jake Hoffman), who has returned home to take care of his ailing dad. While home, Sam falls for a local woman, Kate (Schuyler Fisk). And at the same time, Bill starts to fall for her mom, Tina (Spacek). But finding love is complicated and for these four, it is no different. They all must confront their past in order to make their new love work for the future. Truly a family affair, art imitates life with the father/son casting of Dustin & Jake and the mother/daughter casting of Sissy & Schuyler.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/Htz-TZj5Nrw

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Kyle Bornheimer on Amazon’s Freevee new show ”High School” & Avenue 5 Nov 23, 2022

Show notes

Kyle Bornheimer recently joined host Elias in the cave! If you're a fan of Kyle Bornheimer, then you'll love this interview! We talk about Kyle's new show on Amazon Freevee "High School," and "Avenue 5." It's a great chat with one of Hollywood's most talented actors, and I hope you enjoy it!

Kyle is an actor and comedian who also happens to be married to Disney president Shannon Ryan. Kyle returns to HBO with Avenue 5 as the husband in space hell with his wife who he loves/hates played by long-time friend Jessica St Clair. He also plays the caring and clueless dad of the 90s in the Tegan and Sara-inspired show High School on Amazon's Freeevee. Kyle shows the nuance of someone who doesn't fully understand the identity crisis the ladies are going through but portrays as a stepfather who wants to learn because he cares

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/92NBGIAoFDY

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Noah Wyle - Leverage: Redemption Season 2: He’s Back and Better Than Ever Nov 23, 2022

Show notes

Noah Wyle recently joined host Elias in the cave for Leverage: Redemption Season 2 Press Day. Season 2 premieres Wednesday, November 16 (3 episode premiere, followed by a new episode each week) on Amazon Freevee.

In this interview, Noah talks about his experience working on the show and gives fans a glimpse of what to expect from the upcoming season. He also gives some hints about some of the plotlines that will be developed in the second season of the show.

In Season Two, corporate bad guys and dirty dealers are stepping on the little guy in their quest for money and power and the Leverage team is back to teach them a lesson. No matter the danger, when someone needs help, they provide…Leverage. This time around, their criminal skills are put to the test by everything from a husband-and-wife team running a multi-level marketing scam and a shipping magnate dumping boatloads of plastic waste to a music producer who abuses his position over vulnerable women. This season also sees an old friend of Sophie's unexpectedly coming out of the woodwork, making her question her choices.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/_GdC4GQwMlc

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Beth Riesgraf on Leverage: Redemption - What to Expect From Season 2 Nov 21, 2022

Show notes

Beth Riesgraf recently joined host Elias in the cave for Leverage: Redemption Season 2 Press Day. Season 2 premieres Wednesday, November 16 (3 episode premiere, followed by a new episode each week) on Amazon Freevee.

In this interview, Beth Riesgraf teases us with a few of the things we can expect. From more team dynamics to jaw-dropping twists and turns, this season is sure to be a blast! Subscribe now to be the first to know when the new season airs, and don't miss out on Beth's insights on this season of Leverage: Redemption.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/TcLEBEUPQr8

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Gina Bellman on Leverage: Redemption Season 2: Her Role & What’s to Come! Nov 20, 2022

Show notes

Gina Bellman recently joined host Elias in the cave for Leverage: Redemption Season 2 Press Day. Season 2 premieres Wednesday, November 16 (3 episode premiere, followed by a new episode each week) on Amazon Freevee.

In this interview, she talks about her experience working on the show and gives fans a glimpse of what to expect from the upcoming season. She also gives some hints about some of the plotlines that will be developed in the second season of the show. So whether you're a fan of the show or just want to know more about Gina Bellman's role, this video is for you!

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/4zJttl5T5Fk

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com

Rogue Heroes: Epix’s New Series Stars Jack O’Connell and Alfie Allen Interview Nov 16, 2022

Show notes

Jack O’Connell and Alfie Allen recently joined host Elias on Press Day, for 'Rogue Heroes' premiering on EPIX Sunday November 13th.

Watch or listen as they give their thoughts on the episode and discuss what viewers can expect from the Season ahead. Be sure to tune in to "Epix Sunday November 13th

Rogue Heroes is a dramatized account of how the world’s greatest Special Forces unit, the Special Air Service (SAS), was formed under extraordinary circumstances in the darkest days of World War II. Based on Ben Macintyre’s best-selling book of the same name, the series centers on David Stirling, an eccentric young officer who is hospitalized after a training exercise gone wrong. Convinced that traditional commando units don’t work, Stirling creates a radical plan that flies in the face of all accepted rules of modern warfare. He fights for permission to recruit the toughest, boldest, and brightest soldiers for a small undercover unit that will create mayhem behind enemy lines. More rebels than soldiers, Stirling’s team is every bit as complicated, flawed, and reckless as it is brave and heroic.

You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/X3pTd6tjW9c

Have a question? Email us

themccpodcast@gmail.com