The Coogan Chronicles

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Andrea Bowen Dec 08, 2020

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Andrea Bowen (Desperate Housewives, G.B.F.) sits down to chat about herself and her six –count em, six!– theatrically inclined siblings. From performing as Broadway’s youngest Cosette of Les Miserables, to taking us behind the scenes of the gossip-riddled set of Desperate Housewives, Andrea relates all that she has learned along the way.

Lauren Frost Dec 01, 2020

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From touring the world with Barbara Streisand, to acting alongside Coogan’s own AJ Trauth, Lauren Frost (Even Stevens) chats with our hosts surrounding the issues of childhood trauma, the Disney channel formula, and starring in a television show pilot.

Madeline Zima - Part Two Nov 24, 2020

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In this follow up two-part episode of the Coogan Chronicles, Madeline Zima (The Nanny, Californication) continues the conversation into her childhood acting career. Madeline breaks down her tips into finding joy through difficult times, her thoughts on nudity, and the support of her talented sisters.

Madeline Zima - Part One Nov 17, 2020

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In this two-part episode of the Coogan Chronicles, Madeline Zima (The Nanny, Californication) brings all of the insights into her practice of ‘letting go’ of the usual industry frustrations as both a former child actor and successful adult actor. Listen in for her experience on growing up on a major sitcom, dealing with negative treatment, and her venture into directing.

Steven Anthony Lawrence Nov 10, 2020

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Fellow ‘Even Stevens’ cast member, Steven Anthony Lawrence (Cheaper By The Dozen, Cat In The Hat) chats with AJ & Chris about the lasting memories from iconic sets and insight into his behind-the-scenes family and dealing with the loss of a parent in this candid episode.

Josh Zuckerman Oct 27, 2020

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On this episode of the Coogan Chronicles, guest Josh Zuckerman (Austin Powers in Goldmember, Surviving Christmas, Sex Drive) chats with our hosts about transitioning into an adult actor, suffering box office failure, and experiencing some shockingly immature on-set antics.

Vanessa Chester Oct 20, 2020

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On this episode of the Coogan Chronicles we welcome Vanessa Chester and our hosts get an inside look of Jurassic Park auditions with Steven Spielberg, as well as the rivalry between child actors and Vanessa’s insight into the issues with diversity in casting.

Chris Marquette and AJ Trauth Oct 13, 2020

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In this premiere episode of The Coogan Chronicles, our hosts - and former child actors themselves - discuss the purpose of the show and what it hopes to accomplish by first shining a light onto their own beginnings in this child-actor on child-actor interview.

The Coogan Chronicles! - Season Trailer Oct 07, 2020

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Coming soon, THE COOGAN CHRONICLES! Two former child actors, interview your favorite child stars about growing up in the spotlight.