Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon

"Having these intimate moments of conversation with people not only brings you closer, because it allows you to exchange your heart and tell people how you're feeling, but it also helps you to process it with somebody else."Welcome Radhi Devlukia: We’re joined on the Starline by a plant based cook, entrepreneur and author of the New York Times bestselling cookbook “Joyfull: Cook Effortlessly Eat Freely Live Radiantly” Her latest project is the podcast “A Really Good Cry”, we welcome Radhi DevlukiaRadhi, this is a safe space and its okay to cry. Let’s go Beyond the Mic. You dive into vulnerability with your guests and yourself in “A Really Good Cry”. When did you struggle 1st with your own vulnerability and allow yourself a really good cry?As you go through conversations with celebrities, scientists, experts and more you want others to find comfort. Where do you find you comfort in your own life?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite flavor of Juni? 2. How many books have you read this year and how many do you read at one time? 3. What’s the one thing you depend on your husband to do? 4. How many books of journals have you filled out in your life and when was the last time you read your 1st journal? 5. ( You ask this of your listeners, so I’m asking it to you) What’s something that happened to you this week that made you smile? 6. How many apps on your phone do you use on a daily basis? 7. * Be Honest… what’s harder for you? Saying nice things about yourself or saying nice things about others? 8. What’s the one thing people buy that you think is a total waste of money? The Back Half:What does a really good cry feel like?You partnered up with the UN World Food Program to support gender equity for a zero hunger world. Why does that topic touch your heart?How has “A Really Good Cry” changed the way you look at the world?Why should people listen to “A Really Good Cry”?What are you still holding inside still?One Big Question:When was your darkest day of your life and who helped you face that adversity?The Wrap:She recently found out the power of a smile, hates accounting and wants you to listen to “A Really Good Cry”. Radhi Devlukia thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The supply chain is a modern miracle, and most of the time, it works incredibly well. But for years, there have been vulnerabilities."Welcome Peter S Goodman:We’re joined on the Starline by a talented author and journalist who has covered technology, Asia’s economy, the great recession, Brexit and more. He’s reported from nearly 40 countries. How does the wealthiest countries on Earth run out of everything? You’ll find out in “How the World Ran out of Everything”. We welcome author Peter S. Goodman. Peter, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Trillions of dollars of products were caught up in the global pandemic traffic jam. Was the supply chain that vulnerable to begin with and how can the world not be subject to these failures again?How did the 1998 deregulation of shipping assist in congestion even today?Corporations have increased prices across the board for goods with the costs of goods increased. Or is it just larger profits for them?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite place to eat when you were based in Shanghai? 2. Yes, No or Maybe: Will Great Britain rejoin the EU in the next 5 years? 10 years?3. Favorite memory of your time at Reed College? 4. After your time living in Alaska, do you still enjoy salmon and crab?5. Best New York Mets pitcher you’ve ever seen pitch live? 6. Second best movie after “The Big Lebowski”? 7. Last concert you’ve seen live?8. Which co-worker of yours deserves more credit than they are getting right now? Why?Two Big Questions:What’s the one unfounded fear of AI?What’s the biggest fear you have about future shortages of goods intentional or unintentional from China?Sneaking in a couple more:How has researching this change the way you look at the supply chain?What the next topic you want to tackle?The Wrap:He loves Shintori in Shanghai, the Oregon coast and wants you to read his book “How the World Ran Out Of Everything” Peter S. Goodman, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.We’ll always appreciate a review on Apple or Spotify and encourage you to listen to other episode at Beyond the Mic dot Com. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The more that you understand your villain's plan or your villain, what your villains want, the better your story is going to end up being."Welcome Mark Greaney: We’re joined on the Starline by New York Times Bestselling author. Creator of the Gray Man series of books, You’ve seen his work on Netflix his latest thriller is “Sentinel”, we welcome Mark Greaney.Mark, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Josh Duffy doesn’t look for trouble, but it seems to find him. What makes him such a great character to write?You do extensive research before you write any book, stunt driving, firearms training and your stories are integrated into today’s events. As the world is changing faster and faster, have you almost created a situation that you thought would be “maybe too impossible for today” that almost came true?What makes a great story?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite non Tom Clancy book you’ve read? 2. Best thing about your three stepchildren? 3. What country that you have written about and visited would you never live in? 4. Best food you had in Ghana? 5. What do you do to cool off on a hot day? 6. One thing your wife will always challenge you about? 7. One thing your dad Ed taught you that you will pass on to your kids? 8. You met your wife Allison for dinner at Café 1912, do you remember what you had for dinner? The Back Half:My dad and I had the same tradition as you and your father, exchanging Tom Clancy books. How did working with Clancy change the way you see yourself?Why has writing help you become a better man?What do you want to take away from the “Sentinel” seriesAs you are publicizing Sentinel, you have the latest Gray Man novel coming out in February, “Midnight Black”. Your first book took 15 years to write and you fell into every writers trap possible. How did those mistakes made writing easier today?How many books do you have going on right now?When you saw the Netflix version of The Gray Man what was your initial thoughts?How was transforming from when you weren’t social, to the pandemic when none of us were social to finding your wife and having now an instant family change you?One Big Question:How do you see the world differently after meeting the men and undergoing the training you’ve experienced in writing all these books?A Question From My Dad:Mark, have you ever written something and then thought, “Clancy would kill me if I wrote it that way?”The Wrap:His step kids give him as much love as they can, sleeps when it gets too hot and wants you to read his book “Sentinel”. We thank Mark Greaney for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"My favorite memory was probably when we were in the office... just sitting around talking about ideas for the magazine, shooting the breeze, and making jokes."Welcome RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil:We’re joined on the Starline by a woman who specializes in strategic communications, crisis management and media relations. She was also personal assistant to JFK Jr. Her tag team writing partner is an editor-at-large at People Magazine where she has worked for 30 years. They’ve teamed up to write “JFK Jr. An Intimate Oral Biography”. We welcome RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil.Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. July 16th was the 25th anniversary of his death. RoseMarie, what was your favorite memory of JFK Jr.Liz, as you worked on this project, how did co-writing this help you understand JFK Jr. better?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Since we have two guests we’ll alternate questions.1. RoseMarie: Who won the “Pass the Pigs” contest at Thanksgiving last year? 2. Liz: Best thing about, the person you shared a room with for 17 years, your sister Leslie? 3. RoseMarie: Favorite wine is? 4. Liz: Best place to think at U.C. Berkeley? 5. RoseMarie: How long did it take you to master your mom’s calamari? 6. Liz: Best thing about RoseMarie? 7. RoseMarie: Best thing about Liz?8. Liz: Your favorite profile of all time was Dr. Ruth. What was the one question you were tempted to ask her but didn’t?Sneaking in One More:How did writing this book change the both of you?Two Big Questions:As you put together these never-before-told stories, was there one story that you almost held back or did hold back because it was too special to let go and what was it?“If we can do just one thing at George, we hope it’s to demystify the political process, to enable you to see politicians not just as ideological symbols but as lively and engaging men and women who shape public life.” What would JFK Jr. think about the political climate today?The Wrap:RoseMarie will win “Pass the Pigs” contest to regain the family championship this year, Liz loved sitting in front of the Berkley student union and they want you to read “JFK Jr. An Intimate Oral Biography”.RoseMarie Terenzio and Liz McNeil thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I feel like acting sometimes is like a therapy session. When you go through all the different characters you play and how you connect to them and learn about yourself."Welcome Elisabeth Shue:We’re joined on the Starline by an Academy Award nominee, actress, producer and co-star of in all-star film “The Good Half”. You’ve seen her in CSI, Cobra Kai and more than 60 roles including an 80’s Burger King commercial. We welcome Elisabeth Shue. Elisabeth, let’s go Beyond the Mic. What makes Lily such an interesting character for you?How did acting and working with this incredible cast of “The Good Half” make you feel?What was the best moment from the set?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about your kids Miles, Stella and Agnes? 2. Favorite thing for you to cook or bake? Not a great baker? 3. Who was the last person you beat on the tennis court? 4. Last pro tennis match you saw and who was playing? 5. Nearsighted or farsighted?6. One thing you depend on Davis to always do? 7. Who is the most talented actor you have ever worked with? 8. Best place to relax on vacation? Sneaking in One More:Why does acting fill your soul? What can you tell us about the future of “Constance”? Is it still in development limbo? One Big Question:How did doing “The Good Half” change the way you want your kids to see you before you final days?The Wrap:She eats the cookie dough before she has a chance of baking it, is nearsighted and wants you to watch “The Good Half”. Elisabeth Shue, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"You just really jump in with your first instincts and you trust yourself and you try to get out of your own way, if that makes any sense, you know?"Welcome Jason Butler Harner:We’re joined on the Starline by an actor you’ve seen in “Ozark”, “Ray Donovan”, and “Sugar” among various other film, TV and theatre projects. His latest is the film “Edge of Everything”. We welcome Jason Butler Harner. Jason, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “Edge of Everything” deals with the trials of being a teen after loss. How did your role as David, dad to Sierra McCormick’s character Abby change the way you remember your own teen years?I have two kids, one a girl so I know how hard that is. How did theater change your life?You talk about focus and passion, so how do you mentally prepare for each role?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about your best dog Toupee? 2. Favorite memory with your parents? 3. Which class at the Tisch School of the Arts was your favorite? 4. Best place at VCU to study or think? 5. Which Broadway role is one you would do anything for? 6. Do you remember the name of your best friend as a Titan at T.C. Williams High School? 7. Which Libra personality trait are you not like? 8. What makes you feel unstoppable?One Big Question:Your last two films “The Edge of Everything” and “The Big Bend” both deal with complex family dynamics under stressful situations. How much do you value your own family and why has their support grounded you?The Wrap:Don’t ask him to choose a restaurant, loves when his tog Toupee sleeps next to him and want you to see his film “Edge of Everything”. We thank Jason Butler Harner for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"To see that people were afraid to come forward 37 years ago because he and his partner still had a lot of tentacles outside of the police force, and, was a dangerous individual, and people were afraid to come forward.""When we knocked on those doors 37 years later, they kind of walked out of their house and said, now I'm ready to talk about it."Welcome Scott Weinberger:We’re joined on the Starline by a three time Emmy-award-winning investigative journalist and former Deputy Sheriff. He’s co-host and executive producer of the Webby Award winning true crime podcast “Anatomy of Murder”. The creator of “True Conviction” and “On the Case with Paula Zahn” on Discovery ID we welcome Scott Weinberger.Scott, let’s go Beyond the Mic. How did you go from having a camera crew following you on Fox’s “Cops” to your latest project the podcast that you spent 19 months embedded with the Miramar Police Department reopening a 37 year old cold case for  “Cold Blooded: The Apollo Gym Murders”?You’ve been an investigative reporter, you’ve been a cop. You’ve lived both sides. How did the corruption in this case shock even you?As the story continues to revealed, which episode will be the one that turns everything on its ear?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Domestic violence cases are one thing you are very passionate about. Which case haunts you to this very day?2. You’ve traveled around the world. Where’s your favorite spot to vacation? 3. Best memory at St. John’s? 4. You’ve talked with the Son of Sam, broke stories about lax nuclear power plant security. But what was the title of the story that still touches you to today? 5. Favorite place to think? 6. One podcast that isn’t yours that you listen to? 7. Best K9 dog ever? 8. What’s the 1 thing that if you ever lost would devastate you?Sneaking in Two More:With everything you have seen in law enforcement and in media, what does the word justice mean to you now?How has reopening the cold case on the Apollo Gym Murders changed you or has it lit a fire under you again?One Big Question:Why has technology helped cold cases and has it brought justice to cases 40 years later?The Wrap:He remembers Lou Carneseca’s sweater, loved his K9 Czar and want you to hear “Cold Blooded: The Apollo Gym Murders”. Scott Weinberger thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"We were just kind of sleuth detectives doing the right thing and coming together from the west coast to the family on the east coast to bring justice to Gail Katz." - Carole FisherWelcome Carole Fisher:We’re joined on the Starline by the president of the National Partnership for Healthcare and Hospice Innovation and the host of the #1 podcast “The Girlfriends”. The newest season is out with “The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister” we welcome host Carole Fisher.Carole, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “The Girlfriends” tell the amazingly true story of a group of women who came together bringing a murderer to justice for Gail Katz. Why was season one so important for you to tell?In season two “The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister” your amateur detective social club comes together to identify a torso of a woman who washed up on Staten Island and at one point was misidentified as Gail. What part of this story haunted you? Why was giving people a voice important for you?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about your daughter Brooke as she grew up? 2. What makes a photo of a pig wearing a birthday hat with a noisemaker in his mouth make you smile? 3. Favorite moment at Marti Gras? 4. Best place to relax on vacation?5. Which person inspires you today?6. Do you remember your dreams when you sleep? 7. What was your parent’s greatest sacrifice?8. Last early childhood friend you talked to was whom? The Back Half:Your three guiding principles are taking out your trash, practicing self-compassion: say YES to your mess and telling your story before somebody else does. Which one was the hardest to learn for you? Do you have a fourth guiding principle you only use for family? You started your life as a social worker and was an executive director for a non-profit in Las Vegas. How did those early moments help guide you for today?You are a global ambassador for No More which is working toward the end of domestic and sexual violence. What’s the hardest thing people have to understand about this fight which seems never ending?How has working on this project help you and the girlfriends try eliminating domestic violence one bad actor at a time?“The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister”:Is there an episode of season 2 of “The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister” which will shock people and perhaps spur them to action?You are all about telling your story, why was that important?As you go out into the world speaking to others, what’s the message you want to give?Why should people listen to “The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister”?One Big Question:When your days on the earth are done, how do you want people to remember you and the adversity you overcame?Sneaking in a Couple More:You said we need “more of” What do we need more of in this world?Why is the family of “The Girlfriends” important to you?How important is the core group of “The Girlfriends”?The Wrap:Her daughter inspires her, loves the beach and she wants you to listen to “The Girlfriends: Our Lost Sister” wherever you can find podcasts. Carole Fisher, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"Defeat is only experience gained."Welcome Tu Lam:We’re joined on the Starline by a retired Sergeant Major, who escaped communism, fought underground matches, decorated Green Beret and author. His book “The Way of Rōnin: Defying the Odds on Battlefields, in Business and in Life” is now out. We thank him for his service and welcome Tu Lam.Good Morning, Tu, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve overcome adversity from the beginning of your life smuggled out of refugee camp, main fight card of Nippon Budokan and many other stories. How did defeat fuel you?You say in your book “’Back at home, a young wife waits;’ and it was also Ruthie who eventually had to care for the monster who ultimately came back.” How did Ruthie help you from your return?What’s the one thing you want people to understand about The Way of Rōnin?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best course you took at American Military University? 2. Which is your favorite blade? 3. Helping vets is one of your core ways of giving back. Why is that important to you? 4. You’ve been immortalized as Ronin in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Do you have time to play video games? 5. What insect do you dislike the most? 6. You say “Happiness is a choice.” What makes you happy each day?  7. Favorite quote from your mother? 8. You’ve learned, taught and embraced the way of rōnin.  What’s the one thing you still want to learn?The Back Half:What was your greatest victory and defeat?How has the way America fights evolved from when you started to when you retired and what scares you about our armed forces today?How has technology made intelligence easier?Which battlefield has your attention?One Big Question:How have you overcome your inner monster and are there more white stones than black?The Wrap:He loves his Shinto knife, military history and his amazing wife of 23 years.His book is “The Way of Rōnin: Defying the Odds on Battlefields, in Business and in Life”. Tu Lam, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"We don't understand the system that we've inherited, which prevents us from making smart decisions about how to pursue our goals and our dreams."Welcome Brian and Kelly EstesWe’re joined on the Starline by a writer, director, executive producer husband wife duo of a film looking at the moral and ethical aspects of Bitcoin. He founded a capital fund with the goal of outperforming Bitcoin with less volatility. The film is “God Bless Bitcoin” and we welcome Brian and Kelly Estes. Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. As of March around 50 million people own bitcoin and 26% of millennials own it. The goal of your movie is to explain the world’s financial systems. What pushback did you get from people or any government in the development of this movie?Governments can always print more money, but there is a finite amount available of bitcoins to mine with less than 5.8% of the supply left. In the early days a person bought a pizza with Bitcoin that today would be worth $3.8 Billion dollars. What keeps bitcoin from just being in the hands of the elite rather than your goal of in the hands of the poor and middle class?Kelly, you’re the founder of the Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow Foundation, a non-profit that provides bridge scholarships to private high schools and colleges, also as a teacher for 30 years. If you could change the education system in one way, what would you do differently? How has examining the ethics of bitcoin change the way you see other coins that pop up on a daily basis?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Since we have two guests, we’ll fly by the seat of our pants1. Who is the one person in the creation of the film enlightened YOU the most?2. Kelly, Favorite thing to do for date night? 3. Brian, best thing at the University of Illinois? 4. Kelly, favorite course to teach? 5. Brian, first plane you ever flew was what? 6. Kelly, best place to relax? 7. Brian, favorite snack? 8. Kelly, what was Brian’s pick up line on you? One Big Question:A person can hold a dollar, or a piece of gold. It’s tangible. How does cryptocurrency overcome the issue that it isn’t tangible and doesn’t produce anything?The Wrap:He was part of a team that won a wheelchair basketball national championship, She begged he mom to go on an ice cream date with him. They are the husband wife team of “God Bless Bitcoin”. Brian and Kelly Estes, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"My mom is the prayer warrior of the family, so whenever anything happens, good or bad, in the press, she's the first one I hear from."Welcome Cuba Gooding Jr.We’re joined on the Starline by an Academy Award winner. You’ve seen him in “Boyz n the Hood”, “Men of Honor”, “American Gangster” among nearly 100 credits. Actor, writer, producer and break dancer with Lionel Richie at the closing ceremonies of the ’84 Summer Olympics. His latest film is “Angels Fallen: Warriors of Peace”. We welcome Cuba Gooding Jr. Cuba, let’s go Beyond the Mic. What made the sequel to Angels Fallen such a powerful script you had to tackle?How did Josh Burdett and rest of the cast and crew made this movie special for you? In the film you say “I’ve watched you your entire life grow up, I know you got what it takes.”  Have you said those same words to your kids?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about your kids? 2. One thing your mom cooked that you can still imagine and taste today? 3. Favorite karaoke song? 4. Last New York Rangers game you attended and did they win?5. Who is your biggest supporter? 6. Favorite Broadway show not named Chicago? 7. Last person you got a text from was who? 8. Favorite memory of John Singleton? The Impossible Question:What are three wishes you would give the world now? Two Big Questions:What has been the biggest battle in your life and how did facing that adversity change you forever?You have achieved so many things and yet there are people, including yourself, who try to keep you down. How did your last couple of films put your life and career in perspective?The Wrap:His mom is his prayer warrior, loves his kids have their own jobs, and still can taste mom’s Thanksgiving dinner today. He wants you to go see “Angels Fallen: Warriors of Peace”. Academy Award Winner Cuba Gooding Junior thank you for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I just wanted to get it out while my brain cells were still functioning and I still had the memories in there, more or less."Welcome Chris Stein:We’re joined on the Starline by the co-founder and guitarist of Blondie. He’s a producer, musician, photographer and writer. His memoir is “Under a Rock” we welcome Chris Stein.Chris, let’s go Beyond the Mic. "I’m a firm believer in the circular nature of time and the idea that the future casts shadows into the past." Your 1st record was made in Coney Island in an audio-recording booths on the beach. Could you have ever imagined back then the life you were about to experience?You were told once that “our musical ideas outdistanced our abilities.” How has music filled your soul with joy and allowed your greatest ideas to come to life?Why was writing this memoir important to you?Which memory almost didn’t make it into the book because it was so cherished, you didn’t want to give it away?How has music touched your soul? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite tour stop? 2. Best punk band in your opinion today?3. What’s the most beautiful city in the world? 4. Favorite moment at Burning Man? 5. You talked about the guitar you got back in the 60’s. What was your 1st guitar and do you still have it? 6. Where was your best picture taken, and what was it of?7. Which club, long gone, do you miss the most?8. What’s the most expensive thing you have ever broken?The Back Half:“I realized that Debbie comes off as part little kid doing a pretend show in front of a mirror and part erudite, glamorous, risky woman” What’s your best moment with Debbie?Today how do you experience music and how has it changed since you started?If you could change one thing about the past what would it be? What’s your best memory? Which camera do you enjoy shooting with? One Big Question:Favorite memory of your late daughter?The Wrap:He loved working at the post office at Burning Man. Thinks Porto is the most beautiful city in the world and wants you to read his powerful book “Under A Rock”. Chris Stein thank you for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It is my soul. I have no other way to explain it. It is what I am."Welcome Ed Roland:We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, composer, singer and the pride of Stockbridge Georgia. His band was once known as Ed-e, they have spent more than 30 years rocking around the world. You know them by songs “Shine”, “December”, “Heavy” and many other number one hits.We welcome the lead vocalist from Collective Soul, Ed Roland. Ed, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Your twelfth studio release was recorded at Elvis Presley’s estate in Palm Springs. You’re the only musical artist to record at the landmark since Elvis. What did you take away from the session? You have had dreams of making Rock N Roll your life. You achieved that. You dreamed of making a double album. Check. What’s your next dream? What does this album “Here to Eternity” mean to you?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. You have close to 350 guitars in your collection. What was your 1st guitar and do you still have it?2. Which guitar is the one you just play to relax? 3. Best Atlanta Falcon game you ever saw live?4. You’ve said your dad gave you love, laughter, discipline, music and sports. What are you trying to give your sons? 5. Best thing your mom made you for dinner growing up? 6. Last book you’ve read? 7. Best place you’ve ever played a show?8. Most embarrassing thing your parents did to you growing up, or thing you did to Dean?The Back Half:What do your fans mean to you?Why is that dream realistic because of you brother and this band?One Big Question:How has music freed your soul?The Wrap:Collective Soul recorded the 1st half of “Here to Eternity” in 4 days at Elvis Palm Springs estate. He loves his Breedlove acoustic 12 string, and wants you to hear Collective Soul’s new album now. Ed Roland thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Mini.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I've already exceeded what maybe I thought I should be deserving of. I've had a really interesting, fun career."Welcome Patrick Fabian:We’re joined on the Starline by a working actor you’ve seen on stage and screen in “Veronica Mars”, “24”, for six seasons as Howard Hamlin in “Better Call Saul” and many other works. His latest is the film “The Way We Speak”. We welcome Patrick Fabian.Patrick, let’s go Beyond the Mic.  “…Of course it is, everything in life is a competition,” how did working on “The Way We Speak” with Ian Ebright challenge you mentally and emotionally?How did the dichotomy between the two positions you and Kailey Rhodes portray in this film change the way you experience grief? Your character says in the trailer “I wanted you to see me succeed,” so what’s success to you now? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. You say you are a hiker, swimmer and concert goer, so the next three should be easy for you, tallest peak you’ve climbed? 2. Best time in a triathlon?  3. As you are an owner of a pairof Neil Peart’s drumsticks, so what’s your favorite Rush deep track? 4. First & last record you have bought for yourself? 5. Best round of golf was what and where? 6. My friend and actor Christopher Gabriel wants to know “You’ve done Shakespeare. You’ve done contemporary. Given the choice of playing Richard III at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival or Stanley in Streetcar on Broadway - forget about type and age for a moment - which role are you taking. And why?”7. You have two kids so, what’s your favorite ride at Disneyland ? 8. Looking back, which was worse, the V-Neck you wore in Star Trek Voyager as Taymon or the outfit you wore as a Ted Murty in General Hospital? The Back Half:When you met your wife Mandy, what was the first thing she said to you that spoke directly to your heart and said, “I gotta have her forever”?Why has acting filled with your soul with joy?What’s the best story of your life that only family know of your life?You’ve said "Rescue an animal and you’ll never regret it. Woof!" What’s the best treat you given Lucky & Star? Why does their love feels you heart? Your Instagram has photos of art, sculptures and paintings, why do you enjoy art?What do you want people to take from your film “The Way We Speak” How do you reflect on your career today? Which Pittsburgh Steeler game was your first? Patriots in AFC championship game?One Big Question:How have you changed as an actor and how have you changed acting?The Wrap:He’s never broken 90 in golf, enjoyed his 1st triathlon, and he wants you to watch “The Way We Speak” Patrick Fabian, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today and Go Browns!And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"If you peel back the layers and expose the real Al that nobody knows. I'm just made of music on these. My lungs, my pancreas. It's all music."Welcome “Weird Al” YankovicWe’re joined on the Starline by the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history. Actor, writer, producer, Emmy award winner and just weird. You’ve seen him in “UHF” we welcome the legendary Weird Al Yankovic.Al, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Youteamed up with 12 animators and 11 well known songs to create the new single “Polkamania”. How did working with these animators creating the anijam make you feel? Which song did you almost put in, but it just didn’t fit?I know it’s the tenth anniversary of your last album but why was this important for you to do right now?How has music touched your soul?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Which song of yours didn’t get the love you thought it should have? 2. You talk about your daughter helping you with this song. What’s the best thing about your daughter? 3. How many times have you seen Hamilton live? 4. Would you ever write a musical? 5. Best thing about Maui? 6. Last live concert that wasn’t your own you attended?7. Which musical artist today has captured your imagination? 8. I have to point out I’m behind in my Westwood One affidavits, thank goodness I never had to get a call from you complaining I was behind. You studied to be an architect, other than working at Westwood One what was one job you really wanted growing up?Sneaking in one more:Al, you have continued to reinvent yourself. How has music changed from when you first started recording tapes for the legendary Dr. Demento to now? One Big Question:How does your music change if it was released today?Are you afraid of flying?The Wrap:He loves that his daughter is super artistic, seen Hamilton 3 times and wants you to hear his new song “Polkamania” Weird Al Yankovic thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It's about communication and connection, and you're with a group of people that become your family."Welcome Dr. Cady ColemanWe’re joined on the Starline by a chemist, engineer, former Air Force colonel, wife, musician, retired NASA astronaut who has logged more than 180 days in space and most importantly mom.She’s featured in a new documentary “Space: The Longest Goodbye”. We welcome Dr. Cady Coleman.Cady, let’s go Beyond the Mic. I could spend hours asking you about your flute duet with Ian Anderson, but in “Space: The Longest Goodbye” the challenge is surviving a three year trip to Mars without real time communications with Earth. You’ve flown on the space shuttle and in on a Soyuz. What is the biggest challenge psychologically from your experience?You are one of a small group of people who have seen the darkness of space first hand, how did you mentally prepare yourself for the isolation of space?If you could tell future astronauts one thing before they go up, what is it?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite astronaut meal was? 2. Who gave you your 1st flute and do you still have it? 3. Are you still drinking your creation the “Artemis” ?4. What one thing eats up the most time for you? 5. Was there anything that used to scare you as a kid? 6. Favorite place to just think?7. What’s the one thing you always asked your parents or Santa every year? 8. You have seen auroras on earth, the blackness of space, but what one picture still is vivid in your memory. The Back Half:Space is dangerous, you have to respect it. What the one thing in Space Shuttle Colombia that was special to you and what emotions went through you when you heard it was lost?As you said goodbye to your family before each mission how did your emotions change from mission 1 to mission 3?How did your time in space inspire you to help others?One Big Question:There is a talk of a new space race, America vs China. What concerns do you have because of it?The Wrap:She loves drinking an Artimis, relaxing on the couch with her cat and “Space: The Longest Goodbye”. Dr. Cady Coleman thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The greatest power in the world is love, and my wish for the reader is to have as much of it in their lives as is humanly possible."Welcome Daniel SternWe’re joined on the Starline by an actor, artist, director, sculptor and screenwriter. You’ve seen him in “Home Alone”, “Rookie of the Year”, “City Slickers” and heard his voice in “The Wonder Years.” His latest project is his memoir “Home and Alone”. We welcome Daniel Stern.Daniel, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Your personal mission is “empowering young people” and has been part of your biggest films. Why was that so important to you?As you started writing these stories down, how did the process allow you a bit of freedom to let some stuff off your chest?Which story from the book almost didn’t make it? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. What’s the best thing your wife Laure does for you every day? 2. Favorite episode of the Wonder Years you directed? 3. What would your high school English teacher think about not your acting career but that you wrote a book?4. Best thing about your kids as they grew up? 5. Funniest thing about Jackie Earle Haley? 6. Best and worst thing from craft services? 7. What’s the one part that you didn’t get that you would have killed for? 8. Favorite sculpture you’ve created that no one but family has seen? One Big Question:You tell people in “Home and Alone”, the “greatest power in the world is love, and my wish for the reader is to have as much of it in their lives as is humanly possible.” How has your definition of love evolved from your 1st understanding of it to today?The Wrap:He loves when his wife rubs his back, working on an 8 foot totem sculpture. His book is “Home and Alone”. We thank Daniel Stern for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The idea from the get-go really was to encompass this wide expanse of rock and roll that I covered over all those years."Welcome James Sullivan:We’re joined on the Starline by a journalist, author, educator and program director of the Newburyport documentary film festival. His latest book should be the next one any rock fan should buy immediately “BACKSTAGE & BEYOND COMPLETE: 45 Years of Rock Chats & Rants”. We welcome James Sullivan.James, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve contributed to the Boston Globe, former editor to Rolling Stone, the Maine Campus and Sweet Potato. Your wife Roza kicked you in the rear to put this book together. What was the first story you knew you had to have into the book?How did the line between critic, feature writer and fan needed to be blurred in your opinion telling that story and many others?Which was the story that almost didn’t make it into the book that you fought for when they were initially written in bookend form?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best tip Mary Helen Georgitis gave you in high school? 2. Most underrated album of all time? 3. Best drink you ever had at Margaritaville was what? 4. Favorite of the swans at Ward’s Pond right now? 5. Best round of golf you ever had was where and what was the score? 6. What is your typical Santarpio’s pizza order? 7. Favorite place on the University of Maine campus? 8. Favorite Marilyn Monroe movie? One Big Question:One fact that is immutable, we all die. Which musician death has hit you the hardest?The Wrap:He thinks The Kinks – Something Else is underrated , never went to Margaritaville and wants you to read his book, “BACKSTAGE & BEYOND COMPLETE: 45 Years of Rock Chats & Rants”. James Sullivan thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I think a lot of it is arrogance. Once they get into power and they've been there a while, they're removed from the American people and they think they can get away with it."Welcome Craig WhitlockWe’re joined on the Starline by a journalist at the Washington Post covering the Pentagon and National Security. His 1st book was “The Afghanistan Papers” on the post-war reconstruction effort. His latest story is stranger than fiction story of a con man who swindled the Navy for years in “Fat Leonard: How One Man Bribed, Bilked, and Seduced the U.S. Navy”. We welcome author Craig Whitlock. Craig, let’s go Beyond the Mic. As you uncovered the booze-fueled orgies and bribes over 10 years of research, which was the story that you couldn’t believe was true?You were leaked several terabytes of government data. How far did your stomach sink when reading about this deceit, hubris and unchecked greed?When Francis was arrested, he wasn’t jailed like any other bribery and conspiracy thief was he? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Which Washington Post colleague is your go to friend? 2. Admit it, was there a competition with your wife Jennifer to see whose book would sell more copies? 3. My dad owned a Karmann Ghia, why did it take 20 years to get your blue ’66 VW Beetle restored? 4. As a Duke alumni How much on a scale from 1 a little to 10 a lot, did you love North Carolina State beating North Carolina for the ACC title? 5. How many FOIA requests have you filled in your lifetime? 6. Yes, No or Kinda – Do you believe aliens exist? 7. How do you like to preserve memories? 8. What’s the 1st responsibility did your parents give you as a kid? Sneaking in couple more:Of all the stories you covered or read, which story troubles you the most as a journalist? Who got the justice that they deserved from the admirals to Fat Leonard?What's your next project?One Big Question:The US Government keeps getting caught doing things it shouldn’t. Is it a problem of the people in power or arrogance?The Wrap:He’s filled tons of Freedom of Information Act requests in his life time, enjoys taking photographs and wants you to read the unbelievable “Fat Leonard: How One Man Bribed, Bilked, and Seduced the U.S. Navy”. Author Craig Whitlock thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I didn’t know I could have such a conflict of love and pain at the same time."Welcome Bruce Bozzi We’re joined on the Starline by a former restauranteur at The Palm, liquor mogul, actor and host of a podcast that’s filled with Hollywood It’s called “Table for Two” and we welcome host Bruce Bozzi.Bruce, let’s go Beyond the Mic. It had to be easy for you moving from hospitality to podcasting because 32 years of making people happy, telling and listening to stories is what you are doing now. Why was this the logical next step?Here, I want to listen to stories and archive them for the future, you want people to feel safe and open up to you. What makes a good conversation on “Table for Two”?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. One dish you love from the Palm?2. Favorite suit? 3. How do you like your steak cooked? 4. Favorite flavor of your Mujen rice Shochu? 5. Best thing about your yorkie Tootsie? 6. Most weight you’ve ever benched?7. Favorite Madonna song? 8. Best place to think in NY?Sneaking a Couple More:Who’s the one person you want to have on “Table for Two” that hasn’t said yes yet?How long does it take you to figure out who you want on your show? What do think listeners want to hear?Two Big Questions:When you have worked a majority of your life in hospitality, serving drinks and cleaning toilets, What is success to you now?How has your daughter changed the way you understand love?The Wrap:He misses the Chicken Parm from the Palm, his feisty Yorkie and wants you to hear his podcast “Table for Two”. Bruce Bozzi, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I think I was speaking mainly as a teacher to probably mostly women, but men, too. It's amazing how many men have come to me and said, you know, I read your book and I get it."Welcome Bonnie Bartlett Daniels:We’re joined on the Starline by an actress whose career spans seven decades. You’ve seen her on “Better Call Saul”, “St. Elsewhere” and more than 100 amazing roles on stage, screen and TV. Her book “Middle of the Rainbow” discusses her successes, hardships and her incredibly full life. We welcome the pride of Moline Illinois, Bonnie Bartlett Daniels.Bonnie, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “Middle of the Rainbow” doesn’t hold anything back, it’s the good, bad and ugly of an amazing life. Why did you feel it was important to let everyone in? How long did it take you to record the audio book? You talk about so many emotional moments in the book. Was there any section that was harder for you to read than others?Your dad was a failed Shakespearean actor, how did he feel when you were successful?Best things about your sons Michael and Robert?You were a stay at home mom, taking care of your kids. How did those years give you joy?You were college classmates at Northwestern with your husband Bill, the late Paul Lynde and Georgann Johnson. Did theatre classes at Northwestern really prepare you for what you discovered in Hollywood? Bonnie, you’ve experienced “Old Hollywood”. What’s the best and worst thing in Hollywood today? June was 73 years of marriage to your husband Bill. What makes you smile about him today?Which role that isn’t “St. Elsewhere” was your favorite?One Big Question:What’s the one tip that you would give a young woman that wants to be an actress that you wish someone told you when you 1st started?The Wrap:She loves her husband laugh and smile, and she wants to read “Middle of the Rainbow”. Bonnie Bartlett Daniels than you for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Mini.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"If you can't be bothered flying to Australia, we can save you some time and we can transport you there by watching this film."Welcome Eric Bana:We’re joined on the Starline by a man who is not shy about dying on camera at all. You’ve seen him in “Black Hawk Down”, “Star Trek”, “Troy”, and many other films. Australia’s biggest acting export is now in “Force of Nature: The Dry 2”. Director, actor, we welcome, Eric Bana.Eric, let’s go Beyond the Mic In the trailer you say, “Down here, nature holds us all to account”. Why was it important for you to return for the crime drama sequel?It’s not easy for your character, Aaron Falk. How easy or difficult was it to relate to the darkness of his backstory?What makes Anna, Robin and the rest of the crew special to you?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. What’s the one thing your wife depends on you to do? 2. You are a Moto Grand Prix fan, favorite bike you’ve ever owned?3. The one place in Australia that you cherish more than anyone will ever understand?  4. Who is your favorite co-star of all time? 5. 1st car you ever bought was what and do you still have it? 6. Who is the one person you always ask for advice that isn’t a business partner? 7. You’ve cheered on the Australian Olympic team over the years. What’s your favorite summer Olympic event?8. Last scary movie you went to see? The Back Half:Which role of yours didn’t get the love you wanted it to? How long would it take you to say yes if someone offered you to do a movie with William Fichtner and Kim Coates? Why should people watch “Force of Nature: The Dry 2”?One Big Question:I’m a fan of the Cleveland Browns. What would you give up forever if your beloved AFL St. Kilda Saints would win just 1 championship?The Wrap:His wife depends on him to do almost everything outdoors. Loved acting with Rachel McAdams and wants you to go see “Force of Nature: The Dry 2” Eric Bana, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"Listen, I mean, I wrote the book for my kids, Sean. I have five of them... I wanted my children to see the mistakes that I've made, my shortcomings, my ego-based weaknesses."Welcome Anthony Scaramucci:We’re joined on the Starline by an investor, lawyer and author. He’s the former vice president of Goldman Sachs, Director at Lehman Brothers and his book “From Wall Street to the White House and Back: The Scaramucci Guide to Unbreakable Resilience” is out. We welcome Anthony “The Mooch” Scaramucci.Anthony, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You have tackled adversity like no other. You have won big, lost big and fought through it all. Why was writing this book important for you?You have twenty five lessons in your book, which lesson was number 26? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite memory from your time at Harvard Law? 2. You have a bookshelf full of books in your library, other than yours, what was the last one you read? 3. Yes, No or Maybe: Private equity has the potential to ruin business? 4. Best thing about your Uncle Anthony? 5. If you could do one thing to address the budget deficit, what would it be? 6. What’s the one secret ingredient in your mom’s gravy? 7. Best thing on the menu at the Hunt & Fish Club? 8. You believe in living your life to the fullest. What’s the number 1 thing still on your bucket list to do?One Big Question:What’s the best way to handle this hyper partisan world we live in now?The Wrap:There’s an old fashioned secret menu at the Hunt & Fish Club, bookmark this podcast to find out what’s the secret to his mom’s gravy and he wants you to read “From Wall Street to the White House and Back: The Scaramucci Guide to Unbreakable Resilience”.  Anthony Scaramucci. Thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It was inspired by my dad, who's 100, and he said he was going to be having a reunion with my mom, who passed away."Welcome John Oates:We’re joined on the Starline by a guitarist, musician, songwriter, producer and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer. The last time he was here we discussed “An Evening of Songs and Stories with John Oates featuring Guthrie Trapp”. His latest album is “Reunion”. We welcome back the legendary John Oates.John, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You wanted to write about the most essential part of our soul and our spirit. How has your thoughts changed and evolved about the word reunion?I’ve talked with your co-writer A.J. Croce. Did his dad influence you in any way and how did writing with A.J. help you with “Reunion”?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. How do playing to sold out shows make you feel as a musician? 2. First guitar you bought and do you still own it? 3. Best things about Tanner? 4. Would you rather go fishing or golfing?5. Best thing about your wife Aimee?6. Who was the last person who gave you good news? 7. How has your dreams changed from when you started in music to today?8. When you wake up in the morning, what’s the first thing you drink? A Question from a Previous Guest:I talked with author Chris Epting recently and he wanted to know the following: Why should people listen to listen to “Reunion”?One Big Question:How has music soothed your soul and helped you find peace?The Wrap:He still has his 1st Sears and Roebuck guitar, he would like to say his lawyer gave him the last piece of good news, but that isn’t true. John, when can people pick up “Reunion”?Rock and Roll Hall of Famer John Oates thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Mini.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"People like Walt Disney, Walter Knott, really kind of created this spirit of anything goes."Welcome Chris Epting:We’re joined on the Starline by a storyteller, traveler and author of more than 30 books. Last time he visited, he talked about America’s Pop Culture Landmarks. This time he’s here to reminisce about places you could have visited in the past, but can’t do anymore in “Lost Landmarks of Orange County.” We welcome author Chris Epting.Welcome back my friend. Let’s go Beyond the Mic. You start your book with the question: “why do we feel a deep-rooted connection to these lost landmarks?” How did these landmarks touch your soul and why was it necessary to keep them alive? Orange County has been home to oil, silicon technology, entertainment and agriculture. What has caused Orange County to evolve forcing it to reinvent itself in the last 100 years?Which non entertainment landmarks that was lost to time hit your heart the hardest?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Last time we asked your least favorite, this time, your favorite Hitchcock film? 2. Which book took the shortest for you to write and which one the longest? 3. Favorite photo that you haven’t shown anyone not related to you? 4. Best place to eat at Huntington Beach? 5. What keeps you balanced between life and work? 6. Last baseball game you attended?  7. Have you ever ridden a camel? 8. Best thing about your daughter Claire and son Charlie?  One Big Question:As you tell stories of others following the Writers Oath (I promise solemnly 1. To write as often and as much as I can, 2. To respect my writing self, and 3. To nurture the writing of others. I accept these responsibilities and shall honor them always.) , there’s one story of your life that is the most important to you. What is it?Sneaking in a one more:I’m talking to John Oates later this week, what’s one question you never asked him that you want to know? The Wrap:John Oates is his favorite person on earth. His kids share empathy like no other, rode a camel at the Bronx Zoo. Chris wants you to read “Lost Landmarks of Orange County.” Chris where can people find you online?Our friend Chris Epting, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"Because we're co hosts. That's what you do. No questions asked. It's like we ride at dawn, you know?"Welcome Danielle Robay + Simone BoyceWe’re joined on the Starline by a pair of journalists sharing culture, inspiration and trends with celebrities and real conversation with amazing women doing amazing things. One whose has a  love language is questions and the other has an interesting hobby. We welcome co-hosts of “The Bright Side” Danielle Robay and Simone Boyce.Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic.What makes your friendship and this show so strong?You asked this of your boss Reese Witherspoon on “The Bright Side”, so now it’s your turn. What’s motivates you?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Since we have two guests we’ll alternate questions1. Danielle, which teacher helped you the most at the University of Wisconsin-Madison? 2. Simone, what was the latest acquisition of vintage furniture? 3. Danielle, what’s the one thing that makes you laugh and you can’t say your bangs when you were a kid? 4. Simone, “Life’s a blur. Just happy to be here”. Where’s your favorite best place to vacation? 5. Danielle, did you ever sneak out of your house after curfew without your parents knowing and why did you do it?  6. Simone, what strange thing would you like to happen at your funeral to make people laugh? 7. Danielle, who is the one person who owes you a no questions asked favor? 8. Simone, funniest things about your family? The Back Half:Who is the one dream guest for both of you?Why should people listen to “The Bright Side?”One Big Question:You both have faced adversity in your lives overcoming it through sheer determination. Can you both name one person that when you have fallen or hit a brick wall has helped you overcome and rise up to a new level?Where can people find out more about “The Bright Side”?The Wrap:Simone owes Danielle’s a no questions asked favor, Danielle sneaked boys into her parent’s basement and they want you to listen to “The Bright Side” wherever you get podcasts. Danielle Robay and Simone Boyce thank you for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

If you're a Sci-Fi enthusiast, there's a good chance you've encountered the legendary Robert Picardo. Famous for his iconic role as the holographic Doctor on Star Trek: Voyager, his career spans stage, screen, and voiceover work. In this Beyond the Mic Short Cut, guest host Dave Fernandez guides Picardo through his career, from his early work to today.The conversation touches on Picardo's role as Johnny Cab in Total Recall (1990). Despite not being physically present on set, Picardo's voice brought the character to life. He had proposed a joke for Arnold Schwarzenegger, but director Paul Verhoeven rejected it. Interestingly, the Johnny Cab model was created using a mold of Picardo's face, highlighting his ongoing collaboration with makeup effects expert Rob Bottin.Picardo's adaptability is evident in his discussion of the cowboy hitman character from Innerspace. Working alongside industry giants Steven Spielberg and Joe Dante, he had the liberty to improvise much of his performance, effectively blending humor and menace to create a memorable character.The interview also covers Picardo's involvement in the crowdfunded project "Space Command: Redemption," directed by his friend Mark Zickory. The film explores artificial intelligence and humanity, with Picardo playing a rugged human character interacting with a sentient drone, delving into the story's emotional and philosophical aspects.As a Star Trek enthusiast, Dave inquires about Picardo's return in Star Trek: Prodigy's second season. Picardo mentions reuniting with former co-stars Robert Beltran and Kate Mulgrew and hints at new developments for his character, the Doctor, without revealing specifics.Whether you're a long-time fan or new to his work, this episode offers a captivating glimpse into Robert Picardo's career. Thanks Dave for taking Robert Picardo, Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"We reveal in the book very new information about what might have happened. And let's just say it's not the official version of the events."Welcome Josh Young & Manfred WestphalWe’re joined on the Starline by an author and a PR executive. One has five books made into documentaries, 5 NY Times bestsellers and 4 Los Angeles Times bestsellers, the other took care of stories at Disney, Fox and Warner Brothers. They have come together for the gripping book “ : Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn” We welcome Josh Young and Manfred Westphal. Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Fred Otash was an ex-marine, turned LAPD vice cop turned private detective to the entertainment industry. Manfred, you were working with Fred on his life story before he passed. How much of the story of the private eye who never blinked has been released and how much do you still have forthcoming?Josh, as a writer of very diverse topics, what amazed you about the files of the late Mr. Otash?Gentlemen, with the rash of reports from TMZ, social media and anyone with a cell phone camera today, how many secrets in Hollywood are still kept right now?The Rockin' 8:It’s the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Since we have two guests, I’ll alternate questions.1. Josh, which book of yours didn’t get the attention you thought it should have? 2. Manfred, best place you ever modelled? 3. Josh, are lawyers the best or worst of society? 4. Manfred, best client at APA? 5. Josh, best book you’ve ever picked up at any independent bookstore? 6. Manfred, which was your favorite between American Idol, America’s Got Talent or X Factor? 7. Josh, 1st book you were ever given to read? 8. Manfred are you an over achiever or perfectionist? Sneaking in a couple more:What’s the one story that shocked you and why? How did Fred Otash’s daughter support of this book help you so much?What’s the one question you wanted the answer from Fred?One Big Question:Do you believe that you have ALL of Fred Otash’s files or have some been disappeared to keep the truth of Marilyn’s death and some other cases hidden forever?The Wrap:Manfred loved modeling for Italian Vogue, Josh’s favorite book was about Albert Broccoli and they want you to read their book “THE FIXER: Moguls, Mobsters, Movie Stars, and Marilyn” Josh Young and Manfred Westphal thank you so much for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"John was a guy who loved his country, he loved his family. He gave his life to keep us safe." - Steve SaxWelcome Steve SaxWe’re joined on the Starline by an author, speaker and broadcaster. 2 years ago his son was among five killed when a MV-22 Osprey crashed in a training accident. He’s a five-time All-Star, Rookie of the Year, Silver Slugger Award Winner, two-time World Series Champion and most importantly dad. He formed the Captain John J. Sax family foundation is his honor. We welcome Steve Sax. Let’s go Beyond the Mic.Steve, thank you for everything your son did and stood for. He was a Marine in the elite Purple Foxes but he was so much more. What’s one thing few people knew about him?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. How much did you celebrate when Angel Hernandez “retired”? 2. Which of the six critical elements from your book “Shift” is the most important to you? 3. Least favorite ballpark to play in? 4. Pitcher who gave you the most competitive at-bats? 5. Unsung place in Sacramento? 6. Least favorite of your own baseball cards? 7. Weirdest Cameo request you ever received? 8. Could you have hit a homer off of Babe Ruth? The Impossible Question:If you could tell your son one more thing, what would you say? One Big Question:You dad didn’t do things through words, but through his actions. Your life was initially through actions, but now through words. If you could tell people why supporting the Captain John J. Sax family foundation is important for them to do in just a minute, what would you say? The Wrap:He hated playing in Oakland, got the most competitive at-bats from John Dobson and he wants you to go to johnnyourhero.org to support the Captain John J. Sax family foundation. Steve Sax, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"These are stories I used to tell to my family and friends when we had parties and things. And everybody kept saying, listen, you got to put this stuff down on paper for posterity."Welcome Jerry AdlerWe’re joined on the Starline by a theatre director, producer, film and television actor and now author. You’ve seen him in “Manhattan Murder Mystery”, “The Good Wife”, “The Sopranos” and countless other efforts. His book “Too Funny for Words” takes the reader through 70 years of entertainment. We welcome the legendary Jerry Adler.Jerry, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Your book has so many incredible moments. From the roles you wanted and didn’t get, to the differences actors are treated. Why was it important to tell all these stories?What did it feel like to hold it in your hand? What’s the one story that you wanted to put in, but just couldn’t due to space?Which of the legendary personalities you’ve worked with in your life amazed you on a different level? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Which Broadway musical is your favorite of all time? 2. Best thing about your wife Joan? 3. You’ve acted with just about every big name. Who was the one person you would have loved to do a show with? 4. Favorite deli in New York? 5. Which was your favorite Broadway show to direct? 6. Could you ever tap dance? 7. Which show didn’t get the love you thought it deserved? 8. Last TV show you watched?One Big Question:What’s your favorite memory in your life that isn’t Hollywood or Broadway related?The Wrap:He doesn’t know how to use a computer, loves the corned beef at Katz’s deli and wants you to read his book “Too Funny for Word. Jerry Adler... I laughed so hard reading this.Yes I did, thank you my friend. Thank you for taking the time to talk wo us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The ​law ​was ​my ​girlfriend. ​I ​had ​to ​love ​it. ​It ​was ​my ​only ​way ​to ​freedom." - Derek HamiltonWelcome Steve Fishman Dax-Devlon RossWe’re joined on the Starline by a pair of award winning writers & investigative journalists. One owns a cocktail bar, the other enjoys tequila after justice. They’ve teamed up for a podcast about a corrupt cop and the wrongfully convicted who brought the corrupt cop to justice. We welcome Steve Fishman + Dax-Devlon Ross co-hosts of “The Burden”.Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. As you examined this, why was this story the one that needed to be told? Which of the wrongfully convicted by Detective Scarcella story’s touched you the most? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Two guests so we’ll swap questions.1. Steve, favorite drink at your cocktail bar? 2. Dax-Devlon, favorite interview from your book “Beat of a Different Drum”? 3. Steve, would you rather have a building or statue named after you? 4. Dax-Devlon, who’s the one person you’d like to change places with for a day? 5. Steve, what is your favorite cookie flavor?6. Dax-Devlon, what’s the quickest way to your heart? 7. Steve, best place to think at the Brown campus? 8. Dax-Devlon, favorite course at Rutgers? Two Nearly Impossible Questions:Steve, what does the word justice mean to you? Dax-Devlon, when you are done with this story, what’s the next one?The Wrap:Steve Fishman loves a Senor Hemingway, quickest way to Dax-Devlon Ross’s heart is dinner with his wife & they want you to listen to “The Burden”. Steve, Dax-Devlon, thanks for taking the time to talk with us. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"...everything that I am is through other people sharing their stories with me, inspiring me, making me go forward, making me find help, making me change."Welcome Paul ScheerWe’re joined on the Starline by an actor, comedian, director, filmmaker and podcaster. You’ve seen him in “The League”, “Black Monday” “Knuckles” and early in his career he had lunch with pre-dances with knives Britney Spears.  His latest effort is the book “Joyful Recollections of Trauma”. We welcome Paul Scheer.Paul, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Life isn’t fair and in some cases it sucks. As a divorced dad, I know the pain of living without my children. You grew up as the only child of divorced parents. What makes your wife June such an anchor for your heart?“Auditions and gigs will come and go, but in a career as hard as this, the most important thing is having people who will get your back on and off the stage.” Who is the one person, not related to you, that has had your back from the earliest days to today?His book “Joyful Recollections of Trauma” The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. What was your 1st Star Wars action figure? 2. First comic book you ever collected?3. Best Clippers basketball game you’ve ever attended?4. You’re a collector so, do you still have your blockbuster card and or employee badge?5. What’s the look June gives you that can make you laugh without a single word?6. Best place in New York to get a meal? 7. Which movie will never find its way onto your top 100 list that your wife loves?8. What makes you laugh?Sneaking in One More:You faced your share of bullies growing up but your son Gus changed your life completely. How did those ten fingers & ten toes changed the way you dealt with anger forever?One Big Question:Adversity is your pal, you’ve fought it, hugged it, and kicked it in the nuts. Why should people read this book and how had adversity and the fight you gave it made you a better man?The Wrap:His 1st action figure was Luke Skywalker, he’ll eat any ny street corner pizza. His book “Joyful Recollections of Trauma” is out Paul Scheer, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It feels like an absolute dream every single day. This is what I've been wanting to do since I was a child."Welcome Catherine Ariale: We’re joined on the Starline by a singer and actor and if you make her laugh you might hear her Kristen Wiig impersonation. She’s on the road portraying glam pop Lady Cher in National Broadway tour of “The Cher Show”. We welcome Catherine Ariale. Catherine, let’s go Beyond the Mic. 32 weeks ago you started on this path. When people come see “The Cher Show” how does their applause make you feel?Where did your love of music begin?You’ve done “Night of Sondhiem”, “Sewing the Dream” among many other projects. Why was playing Lady Cher the next logical step for you?Best Broadway show you ever saw live and who starred in it?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite and least favorite Cher song? 2. How long does it take you to do an average Sudoku puzzle? 3. Last thing you bought when you went thrifting / vintage shopping? 4. Best place in the Magic Kingdom?5. Favorite family memory at the outer banks? 6. I have 20/40 vision without my glasses, how strong is your prescription?7. Favorite type of casserole? 8. Best thing about your dog? Chill The Back Half:Your tag team partners Ella and Morgan started this road with you. How has this tour brought you tighter together?Working together you get really close. So what’s the one thing that is amazing about them each?Have you ever met Cher?Everyone has one, Catherine, when you made it, you have done this role. What’s your dream role?We’ve talked about your dreams, let’s talk about the one thing that changed you forever, the day you got the call saying you got this gig. Tell me about that day. Inspiration guides us from where we are in the past to who we are today. Who inspires you today?How has this role changed the way you look at theatre?On Scene:Life for you is bus, plane, hotel and repeat. Where’s the one place you have to find when you arrive in a new city?What’s the one comfort item on the tour?Typical outfit of the day?How many shoes are in the one bag?What’s your warmup routine preshow?How has your parents and family supported you on this adventure? How many times have your parents and boyfriend seen the show?Challenges:The end of the tour is coming up, what happens after San Francisco? What’s your next challenge? Talk to me about the cast & crew and how special they are to you?How has this changed your life? What does that mean to you?One Big Question:Pace Performing Arts shaped you, changed you and helped form you to the talent you are today. What’s the best and worst thing about your time there? Catherine, why should people watch “The Cher Show”?Which is stronger now, your Kristen Wiig or your Cher impersonation.The Wrap:It takes her two minutes to finish an easy Sudoku puzzle, loves riding Space Mountain and her mom’s Christmas Breakfast casserole. She’s glam pop Lady Cher in the Cher Show on tour now. Catherine Ariale, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"If we could all just admit a little bit that we don't know the things we don't know, you know, we could take a step forward into opening ourselves up to learning more about this complicated thing that is life."Welcome Molly Socha and Matt Stillo:We’re joined on the Starline by a podcaster, writer, comedian and producer with Midwestern sensibilities as well as a musician turned actor turned engineer… basically two people who are still trying to figure out what they want to be when they grow up. They’ve put their basic life skills together for their podcast “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” We welcome Molly Socha and Matt Stillo.Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. I can tell by your bios you are well rounded individuals but who do you want to hear this podcast and why was it important for each of you?As you talked with people for ideas of what you needed to cover in this podcast, what was the one topic they brought up that you went, ‘oh yeah, that would be interesting since I know NOTHING about’?The Rockin' 8:Friends, it’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Since we have two guests, we’ll alternate questions1. Molly, which is easier for you, stand up or improv? 2. Matt, how many people owed you a beer after you crushed the Rock n Roll Half Marathon?3. Molly, how many squirrels did the man you interviewed hide in his New York City apartment?4. Matt, best song from the album that you mastered from The Kristys?5. Molly, when was the last time you did standup or talked with Sydney Holmes?6. Matt, why do you think your dad was the kindest, most compassionate and generous man but in just four words? 7. Molly, since you have Midwestern sensibilities, what’s the one thing you will sacrifice to buy?8. Matt, first Texas Rangers baseball game was when?One Big Question:As technology has evolved from us whining we were out of AOL 600 hour CD’s to today, what do you think is the biggest upcoming question that kids of tomorrow will be asking how to figure out?The Wrap:Molly thinks improv is easier, Matt sister owes him a beer after he crushed the Rock and Roll Marathon and they want you to listen to their podcast “Grown-Up Stuff: How to Adult” where can people find you?Molly Socha and Matt Stillo thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

“It made you laugh and cry and you could see the humanity in it from all angles.”Welcome Jane SeymourWe’re joined on the Starline by a multiple Emmy® and Golden Globe® winner, recipient of the Officer of the British Empire (OBE). She’s a writer, producer and fine artist.Her latest project is the film “Ruby’s Choice”. We welcome the legendary Jane Seymour.Jane, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Nearly 10 percent of adults over the age of 65 have dementia. Why did this script speak to you? You also have your starring role in “And You Are?” How did these two role tie together such a difficult topic?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Who does your supporting actress Coco remind you from your career? 2. Favorite scent? 3. Best thing about your kids? 4. You’ve given back through countless charitable foundations. Who taught you to be a giver? 5. Which piece of art of yours is your favorite? 6. How many pairs of shoes do you own? 7. Which role of yours didn’t get the respect you thought it deserved?8. Which episode of “Harry Wild” is your favorite?One Big Question:Your last two movies deal about memory. So what’s your best memory from your life?The Wrap:She owns too many shoes, her mom taught her to be a giver and she wants you to watch the powerful Ruby’s Choice. The legendary Jane Seymour, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"Horror fans everywhere are craving a new masked killer to sort of fill the shoes of like horror franchises of the past."Welcome Drew MoerleinWe’re joined on the Starline by an actor, acting coach with more than a decade of TV, film, Broadway, commercial and tons of other experience. You’ve seen him in “Dusty”, “South of Hell” and in the Tony Award nominated musical “American Psycho”. His latest project is executive producing and starring in “Bloodline Killer.” We welcome Drew Moerlein.Drew, let’s go Beyond the Mic. What made this screenplay written by Anthony and James Gaudioso so intriguing for you?The commitment to this project comes from everywhere, writers and producers in roles. Bruce Dern, Tyrese Gibson, Taryn Manning and yourself. What made this set so different than any other you’ve been on?A jump scare with a heart… “Every Town Has A Boogeyman” is shown theme on the trailer… what’s the one thing you were scared of growing up? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the nightmare for my guests. It’s the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. You’ll be in Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra. Favorite Marvel Movie? 2. You have fly fishing skills. What’s the biggest fish you’ve ever caught?3. Best memory at Syracuse that was NON acting related? 4. What’s the one website you go to that is not work related? 5. Your wife likes your pineapple and spicy tikka masala. What’s the one dish yourwife won’t eat that you love to cook? 6. How many Butterfingers did you eat when you shot the commercial and when wasthe last time you had one? 7. Best thing about Lorena the Labradoodle & Rosie your Australian Cattle Dog?8. Did you do anything special for your 16th birthday? The Back Half:With family, acting, coaching and more, you barely have time for yourself. What’s the one thing you do to reset your heart and soul? You offer reasonable coaching rates and even barter to help others, what’s the one thing you want to learn?  One Big Question:How has Adrienne and your daughters help you each day to be a better father, husband, actor and man?The Wrap:He loves Captain America, tries to read Instagram for anything but work, and his wife can’t stand his pancakes with corn and wants you to watch his movie “Bloodline Killer” Drew Moerlein thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"You don't get more confident by thinking about being more confident. You get more confident by action, by doing things that prove that you are worthy of being confident."Welcome Rebecca QuinWe’re joined on the Starline by a woman who shares her journey from being “not your average , average girl in Ireland to becoming “The Man”, main eventing WrestleMania, motherhood, and everything in-between” in “Becky Lynch: The Man”. We welcome Rebecca Quin. Becky, let’s go Beyond the Mic. In your memoir, you go from Limerick, Ireland to your art as a wrestler in the WWE and a bunch of drama and adversity in-between. How has adversity changed you?You write "I hated the term “diva.” The very definition of “diva” is “a self-important person who is temperamental and difficult to please”—a connotation I would rather not be associated with." How has wrestling given you the power to help others and eliminate that term?You took a year of writing lessons so you could write this book, what lesson was the hardest to learn?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is absolutely no Pressure. 1. Other than your daughter playing Peppa Pig on the iPad, what scares you?2. Best thing about Colby?3. One thing about your daughter that makes you smile every day? 4.  Place in Ireland you always love to visit? 5. You’ve been journaling since you’ve been 7, how many journals do you have?6. Favorite cheat day meal? 7. Least favorite CrossFit exercise? 8. Favorite quote from your dad? One Big Question:Like many others, you fight a battle with self-doubt in your mind. Am I good enough, vs hell yeah I am. What’s your message to fans who are battling those same battles? Where can people find you online?The Wrap:She hates Thrusters, love visiting Kerry and her sassy daughter “Becky Lynch: The Man” is the book, my thanks to Rebecca Quin for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I think it's a movie that asks a lot of questions and encourages people to ask a lot of questions."Welcome Matthew MarsdenWe’re joined on the Starline by actor, producer, singer and former model. You’ve seen him in “Black Hawk Down”, “Helen of Troy”, “Shiner” and many other projects. Ho’s latest thriller is the film “Protocol 7”. We welcome Matthew Marsden.Matthew, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Why did this script intrigue you so much?What made working with this cast special for you?So do would you like moviegoers to take away from this film?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Favorite type of cookie? 2. Best thing about your wife Nadine? 3. First motorbike you ever got was what and do you still have it? 4. Will West Brom get promoted to the Premier League next year? 5. You recently saw Madness, what’s the next thing you want off your bucket list? 6. Would you rather to do short form or long form content more? 7. Favorite history topic no one ever mentions? 8. If you were a studio head you would make a Mad Max movie with Mel Gibson returning, what role would you want in that movie? Sneaking in a Couple More:What give you joy? One Big Question:You believe in doing one act of kindness to others, reaching outside your comfort zone. Why is it important to do so and what was your last act of kindness?The Wrap:His first motorbike was a CBR 600, loves oatmeal raisin cookies and wants you to watch his film “Protocol 7” Matthew Marsden, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"No one walks the trail alone."Welcome George EshlemanOn average a staggering 22 veterans commit suicide every day. We’re joined on the Starline by an army veteran who was searching for answers. His story has been turned into a movie in theaters on Memorial Day. It’s called “The Keeper” and we thank him for his service and welcome George Eshleman.George, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Challenged by your own demons, you hiked the entire Appalachian Trail in 2016 carrying 363 name tapes from military members who committed suicide. How did carrying those names affect you emotionally?“No one walks the trail alone.” You never intended to finish the trail but had 363 souls as your guardians. How close was the darkness and how powerful was the light when you finished the trail?How can veterans who are suffering find the help they need?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. How much weight did you lose on the trail? 2. Person who helps you the most at Unified Warrior Foundation? 3. Favorite challenge coin you own? 4. Best MRE had what in it? 5. Favorite place on the trail where you found peace? 6. You have a patent for a racecar shaped BBQ grill, who’s your favorite NASCAR driver?7. Favorite course at the University of Phoenix?8. Do you still have Mr. Monkey or did it find its way back to Sophie’s familySneaking in a couple more:How did watching the 1st cut of the movie change you?Why was your family your strength?One Big Question:“There are good days, and bad days, but as long as you’ve got family and friends and people around you, life is worth living,” Why should people watch this film?The Wrap:He loves the serenity of the White Mountains, lost 40 pounds on the trail and wants you to watch “The Keeper” George Eshleman thank you for your service and we’ll see you down the road. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I would have liked to have played eleven in Stranger Things, but I think I was slightly out of the casting age." – Jodie WhittakerWelcome Jodie WhittakerWe’re joined on the Starline by an actress who has worked in film, television, radio and theatre. You’ve seen her in "Black Mirror", "Broadchurch", "Trust Me" and a minor British sci-fi show. Her latest project has her playing Orla in the BBC’s 3-part women’s prison drama “Time”. We welcome Jodie Whittaker.Jodie, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You didn’t consult to anyone who had been in prison before you shot this, which made your shots more real and raw. The emotions you, Tamara and Bella portray in this show are incredible. Why was this project so important to you and how was working with the incredible cast and crew change you?How did your own two children help or hurt you with the scenes with your characters three child co-stars?Orla was in a prison because of her poor choices, but do you think she will ever be free… Do you think she’ll ever be free of the prison of her own mind?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is absolutely no Pressure. 1. Favorite memory from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama? 2. What gives you joy right now? 3. Best thing about your husband Christian? 4. Favorite song right now?5. Best food you have ever had from craft services? 6. Growing up what’s the one thing you wanted to be other than an actor?7. Best thing about Skemanthorpe?8. One thing you took from the Doctor Who set? The Back Half:If you were sent to prison for a crime, what crime would it be?As you explore other roles what type of roles do you want to be offered? What would be fun for you to be called to do? One Big Question:You are an over-tactile, over-sharer but what’s the one thing you won’t do? Why should people watch Time?Where can people find you online?The Wrap:Jodie Whittaker took her sonic screwdriver with her, listening to Sadie right now and wants you to watch the powerful “Time” on Britbox. Jodie thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"But to me, that's part of the challenge this season is trying to, by the end of the hour, look at it and say, okay, who's the real killer? And who was the one who just got wrapped up in this?"Welcome Vinnie Politan:We’re joined on the Starline by an Emmy Award-winning legal journalist, lawyer and former prosecutor. He’s examined justice for more than 20 years and was recently picked for a jury for transposed fingertips see his Instagram to find out why. Time for season 2 of “Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan” on Court TV. We welcome Vinnie “The Hitman” Politan.Welcome back my friend, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Season 2 brings more convicts, condemned and the exonerated. How has doing this show change the way you see justice?So which accomplice this season are people going to hate and or feel sorry for?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. You are always seeking the truth, but what was the last white lie you told? 2. Best thing at the Dedham House of Pizza? 3. The Knicks and Pacers are battling. Are you sweating the series or just waiting for the Knicks to face the Celts?  4. Best class you took at Seton Hall? 5. Did you win or lose your pickle ball match with Dave Weinbach? 6. What was your best artist that you signed as A&R director for Metropolitan Records?7. Favorite playing piece in Monopoly? 8. What makes you feel like a kid again? The Back Half:Which case hurt your heart the most? What is your go to power suit? There is on air Vinnie, and at home Vinnie. What is the one thing you are always asking your kids to do? One Big Question:There is an amazing backlog of cases throughout the justice system. “Justice too long delayed is justice denied”. How do you suggest fixing the justice system so it is more equitable from top to bottom to get rid of the backlog?Why should people watch “Accomplice to Murder”The Wrap:He wants you to never forget to hug the kids, plays monopoly with the racecar and to watch “Accomplice to Murder with Vinnie Politan”. Vinnie thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth, and a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"I want to impact as many lives as I can, you know, and help to create some joy and some lifelong memories for people doing what I do." - Philly OceanWelcome Philly OceanWe’re joined on the Starline by a husband, dad, actor, singer and madcap entertainer. On tour with the “Full Steam Ahead Tour” with the Titans of Soft Rock Yachtley Crew we welcome back lead singer Philly Ocean.Philly, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Last time we talked Jimmy Buffet had just passed. How has his influence changed the way you perform and enjoy music now?Yacht Rock is taking over as the hits of the 70’s and 80’s are being recognized again. Some of these songs are close to getting their AARP cards. Why are they so loved?Why do you love the Crew and the road you’ve been on?As Yachtley Crew continue to work on a full album, what does it say about this project and the success of it 7 years in and the love of your fans?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Would you wear a bow tie with lights on it if Kristyn approved? 2. What’s your favorite drink? 3. The best Disney ride of all time is… ?4. One thing you want to teach your son Jack? 5. You’ve played baristas and bartenders, but what one TV series would you love to steal a scene in? 6. I know you love your son Jack 3000 but what’s the best Marvel character that isn’t Iron Man? 7. You had a residency at the Palms hotel in Vegas. What’s the one thing you love to do there? 8. Where’s the one place you need to have Yachtley Crew play next? The Back Half:How special was celebrating your birthday with your dad?What’s the most important thing you’ve learned from Andy Gould?Best story about your grandmother?Which member of the Crew are you closest with?Why is this band so special to you?The Hardest Question Ever:Best and worst Yacht Rock song of all time? You’ve had some female cameo guest spots on tour. Who would you consider for a female voice?What can you tell me about the new album? As you’ve played overseas now, what your biggest dream for the Crew?One Big Question: (For Phillip Daniel)We all have roles to play in the world, you get to sing Yacht Rock, me to ask questions. You said "In a world filled with darkness, be the light." How has darkness weighed on you and how important is it for you to shine bright for others who may not be able to shine?The Wrap:He loves hanging about the pool, wants to teach his son kindness and enjoys a good old fashioned. Out on tour with Yachtley Crew available soon at a city near you. We thank Philly Ocean for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"Being a second grade version of somebody else is never going to bring you happiness or fulfillment." – Hannah BrownWelcome Hannah BrownWe’re joined on the Starline by television personality, lifestyle expert, podcast host and New York Times Best-Selling author. You’ve seen her in “The Bachelor”, “The Bachelorette” and winner of season 28 of “Dancing With The Stars” Author of “Mistakes We Never Made” we welcome Hannah Brown.Hannah, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Life isn’t for the faint of heart. You’ve dealt with jealousy, heartache and sacrifice. How did you take these life lessons and use them in the romantic comedy book?In the last year you’ve moved to Nashville, gotten engaged, started your podcast “Better Tomorrow”, traveled the world and wrote a romance novel. You want to answer the question “How can I learn to be better tomorrow?” If you could tell yourself, the 1st runner up as Miss Alabama’s outstanding teen 2010 one thing, what would it have been?How are you like and dislike your character Emma Townsend?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about Adam? 2. Last Alabama football game you went to and did they win? 3. Favorite of all the Barbie’s? 4. Which is the best song on The Tortured Poets Department? 5. Who is the one woman who inspired you on a daily basis? 6. Favorite thing about jiu-jitsu and what belt are you? 7. You started couples dance lessons… what’s Adam’s best step? 8. Best thing about your dog?Sneaking in one more:One thing you learned about writing “God Bless This Mess” that made writing “Mistakes We Never Made” easier?One Big Question:You believe in advocating for mental health awareness. What was your lowest moment and your greatest victory?The Wrap:She’s a white belt in Jiu Jitsu, loves watching her fiancé do the cha cha and wants you to read her book “Mistakes We Never Made”. Hannah Brown, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"We're really starting from the beginning, we're educating folks on what is the troubled teen industry and what happens in these programs." - Rebecca MellingerWelcome Caroline Cole and Rebecca Mellinger:Wilderness therapy, therapeutic boarding schools, and behavior modification facilities, do they play by the rules? We are joined on the Starline by two powerful women on a mission to reform the “Troubled Teen Industry”. They’ve come together for the podcast “Trapped in Treatment”. We welcome Caroline Cole and Rebecca Mellinger.Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Caroline, you’re living through complex PTSD from your time in a facility in your teens. You advocate for a world without abuse. Does each story you cover open wounds for you or are they part of your healing? Rebecca, you want to drive social change. What’s the one thing that challenges you the most in this?How can people help you?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. Caroline and Rebecca, since we have two guests we’ll alternate questions?1. Caroline, growing up did you watch The Simple Life with Paris Hilton?2. Rebecca, what was your favorite episode?3. Caroline, best thing about Rebecca?4. Rebecca, best thing about Caroline?5. Caroline, best place to relax in Oklahoma City? 6. Rebecca, favorite guilty pleasure?7. Caroline, best moment at South by Southwest?8. Rebecca, favorite moment form the USC Medical Clown research program?One Big Question:Which episode touch you the most this season? The Wrap:“Trapped in Treatment” is the powerful podcast on the Troubled Teen industry Caroline Cole and Rebecca Mellinger thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Craving a chuckle, a jolt of excitement, or a case of the heebie-jeebies? We've got you covered in our latest audio adventure! Chris Woolsey is your tour guide through the wacky, the wild, and the downright weird in streaming.Buckle up for a blast from the past with the knee-slapping shenanigans of the Carol Burnett Show. Then, switch gears and hang onto your seats as Jean Claude Van Damme kicks butt and takes names in 'In Hell'. And just when you thought it was safe to go back to your earbuds, Christina Ricci creeps into the scene with 'Monstrous' to send shivers down your spine.But wait, there's more! Chris is dishing out his top pick of the week, 'Taboo', with the brooding and brilliant Tom Hardy. So, what are you waiting for? Plug in, press play, and let the binge-fest begin! Let's go Binge Watching Beyond the MicThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

“Justice means a true verdict, a verdict that speaks the truth.” – Nancy GraceWelcome Nancy GraceWe’re joined on the Starline by an award-winning commentator, victims’ right advocate, broadcast journalist and mom. Founder and publisher of CrimeOnline.com and host of the podcast “Crime Stories with Nancy Grace” we welcome Nancy Grace. Nancy, let’s go Beyond the Mic. The goal of “Crime Stories with Nancy Grace” is to use the power of your social media following, telling stories on a daily basis. How did the concept of using podcasts to meet your audience where they were come from? So who influenced you at Mercer and gave you a deeper appreciation of the law?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best thing about your children? 2. What breed is your rescue dog?3. Who is the one friend you can depend on when you need to be cheered up? 4. Best place on the Mercer University campus? 5. Last book you read for pleasure? 6. Favorite place to take a walk? 7. What color was your prom dress? 8. Favorite board game? One Big Question:You worked in the Fulton Country DA’s office as a special prosecutor. What does the word justice mean to you? As families still struggle with cold cases around the country, what words of kindness do you have for them today?The Wrap:She loved her peach colored prom dress, the board game clue and wants you to hear “Crime Stories with Nancy Grace. Nancy Grace thank you for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

“For me, there's always been something magical that happens about watching light pass through the film plane and creating an image."Welcome David Matalon:We’re joined on the Starline by writer, director, actor, game designer and sci-fi madman. His latest project is the Amazon Prime movie “Totally Killer”. WGA nominee for best new media.  We welcome the Brooklyn ex-pat, David Matalon.   David, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “Totally Killer” has time travel, psycho killer and Kiernan Shipka as your hero. Why makes creating this movie so fun for you?Kiernan is not the only star as you pull in Olivia Holt, Julie Bowen and Randall Park. When you are writing something, do you have people in mind if it ever gets sold to play the hero and villain? Or are you happy with anyone?The writers’ strike had your hands tied, unable to promote anything, and not getting paid for any new work. Why was it so important for the writers to strike and what was the one key thing you took away from it?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. (Since this movie was based in the 80’s) What was your biggest fashion mistake from the 80’s? 2. One fact other than there’s a black hole in the center of the universe is your favorite from your son? 3. 1st guitar you ever bought and do you still have it? 4. Best thing about your dog? 5. What movie doesn’t get the love you though you deserves? 6. Favorite Law & Order show? 7. Best class at the Tisch School of the Arts at NYU? 8. Best Dungeon Crawl Classic game you’ve ever played in was with who and will you be making a sequel to Prisoners of the Secret Overlords?The Back Half:As critics review your material, how do you utilize their praise or criticisms to improve your next project? With social media allowing anyone to be a critic, do you feel works today would be judged the same as if they had been released any other time? I.e. if Casablanca was shown to teens today, would they have the same appreciation of it? What’s one thing, other than your friendship with fellow writer Chris Woolsey, do most people not know about you?Which subject did you write more of in “The Concise Guide to Sounding Smart at Parties” and which subject did you leave to Chris Woolsey?Favorite indie film festival?Hollywood:Who’s the most talented person in Hollywood right now? How has Hollywood changed you and how do you want to change Hollywood? Which character is better than Yoda in Star Wars?How has your family supported and given you the love you need as you continue chasing your dreams?You don’t believe in namedropping which is totally anti-Hollywood. Why?Why has “Totally Killer” changed the way you see moviemaking?Two Big Questions:How did the experience of directing, acting and writing help your soul?What’s the one thing you need to make your next Hollywood dream come true?The Wrap:He still has his Gretsch Beast guitar, colored his hair blue in the 80’s and wants you to watch his film “Totally Killer” on Amazon Prime. David Matalon, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"The world doesn't owe you anything. So you have to go out and take and do what you want without letting the world take your kindness and your thoughtfulness."Welcome Dewight Braxton Jr.We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, singer, artist, designer, former football wide receiver who knows how to improv and puppet. He’s part of the national tour of “The Book of Mormon” playing the General. We welcome Dewight Braxton Jr.   Dewight, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Without giving away the plot, what make your role so much fun? How does a star wide receiver and engineering student discover and find a path to Broadway? You once said– “Even when no one believes in you, bet on yourself!” How has achieving your dream of acting and in a Broadway show national tour change the way you dream?What’s your next dream?  Is your next dream Hamilton? How did your parents and family encourage you on your dream?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. How many times have you watched Spider-Man: Across the Spider Verse? 5 How about Hamilton? 2. If you could karaoke with Cuba Gooding Jr again, what song would you duet with him? 3. You’re the big brother to younger sisters. What’s the most important thing you will teach them? 4. What was your first guitar and do you still have it? 5. Do you prefer the ocean, a river or the lake?6. Most underrated place in Detroit? 7. When you have to have “me time” what do you do?8. If you had to open up a lemonade stand for your sisters, what would you name it?The Back Half:Talk about the cast and crew and how they make you feel?How has this 1st national tour motivate you for the 2nd and 3rd?  What is your range? What’s the one thing you had to have from home when on tour?How did it feel when the Lions got that close to the Super Bowl? Behind Dewight:You once hated your smile, what’s changed since then?How has confidence changed since your 1st foray into acting?Did you ever think you would be able to travel the country and share your talents with the world as kid growing up from Detroit.1st place you visit every time you visit a new city? You act, dance, can help build a stage if a stagehand goes down, what motivates you now?How do you keep your creative side fed?Building something takes a different skill set than singing and dancing. How do you focus that side of you when utilize that version of your creativity?What’s the last thing you built for somebody else, and what’s on your “I need to build next list”? Family:Family is important to you. Talk to me about your dad Dewight Braxton Sr and what he brings to your life? Best thing your mom cooks?So best thing about your mom?I always ask Broadway stars about the call when they got the role. Tell me about the day which changed your life forever? Who did you call 1st and who did you tell 1st? One Big Question:You once told yourself “Dear younger Dewight, I hope you are proud of the “ME” you became. I’m glad you are kinder to yourself and doubting yourself less. I’m glad you stopped being afraid to be yourself.” When was the darkest day when doubt almost won, and how did facing that adversity help you be a better actor?Who on the road keeps you happy?Where can people find you online?The Wrap:He loves the potato place across the street from his college, has to work out when he hits a new city and wants you to watch the national tour of The Book of Mormon. Dewight Braxton Jr, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It's about just everybody getting together in community and having fun." – Joey AngeloWelcome Joey AngeloIt’s Cinco De Mayo agave spirits have finally overtaken Vodka for #1 selling liquor. How and why did this happen? We’re joined on the Starline by a man who knows his wine and spirits. He’s spent more than 20 years selling, owning and enjoying spirits. He’s the founder of sipMARGS and Su Casa Mezcal let’s welcome Joey Angelo. Joey, let’s go Beyond the Mic. If you ask a person to name a vodka or tequila, they’d probably name a dozen off the top of their heads. But other than a celebrity mezcal like Dos Hombres or Teremana people couldn’t name it let alone spell it. Why is name recognition lacking in the smoky flavored beverage? Sales for tequila have nearly doubled from the pandemic to today. Nearly $3 billion while mezcal while have increased from $24M to $60M. What caused the obsession with the margaritas and more since the pandemic?Agave spirits are more known for use with Mexican food. You love to cook Italian food, so how do you work in agave spirits with non-traditional food combos?The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure. 1. Best 90’s hip hop album of all time? 2. Best and worst place you’d have to call on when you worked for Empire Merchants selling spirits? 3. Your product Viva XXXII Tequila had a portion of its sales go to animal protection charities, why is your black Havanese dog Biggie so important to you? 4. Which hurt more, breaking your brother’s two front teeth on a water hose or getting stitches in the eye lid after having an inner tube air valve hit you in the eye? 5.What was your 1st tattoo and where is it? 6. Which is worse, I-95 or Route 1? 7. Who makes better pizzas you or your brother and what’s your best creation? 8. Best WWE match you’ve ever seen live and if you were a wrestler, what would your stage name been? The Back Half:How has your views of spirits changed from when you 1st started to today?Because you lost your mom at a young age being present for your daughter was important for you. As a girl dad, why is your little bug Ava so important for you and as a fitness trainer, what 1 key lesson has she taught you? You are known as a serial entrepreneur: creating, launching, expanded, selling then starting over. Do you feel you have to continually have this cycle in you to challenge you? Why?Adversity:Tell me about your biggest failure and how you overcame that adversity?How have your dreams changed from when you were younger to today?Best time in the New York City Half Marathon? Family is important to you. How have they helped you and supported you on your darkest days and your greatest victories? You are a founding partner in Rumble Boxing, how has it helped you stay in shape and what do you see in its future?One Big Question:How can people change the way they use and see tequila and mezcal in the future?What’s your next dream?Where can people find you online?The Wrap:He’s living with a NY State of Mind, dreads I-95 and wants you to enjoy tequila and mezcal. Happy Cinco de Mayo to founder of sipMARGS and Su Casa Mezcal Joey Angelo thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.And that my friends is Beyond the Mic.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

"It was a time of stillness, which had been absent in my life for a long time." – Bruce DickinsonWelcome Bruce DickinsonWe’re joined on the Starline by one of the most talented men alive. He can fly a 747, champion fencer, public speaker, visionary and one hell of a rock and roller. His latest effort is “The Mandrake Project.” We welcome the talented Bruce Dickinson. Bruce, let’s go Beyond the Mic. In lockdown during the pandemic you created the treatment for “The Mandrake Project” equal parts comic book series and modern metal album. How did this give your creativity a boost? When putting together the comic book, did you have a lean of which universe your project would play better in, DC or Marvel?You played two nights at the Whisky a Go Go as “The House Band of Hell” warming up for your tour to a full house as you’re on tour in Mexico, Brazil, UK, France Holland, Romania, Poland, and Sweden. Where is your favorite venue you’ve ever played at? Why did you decide to change from foil fencing to epee? One Big Question:Who’s the secret inside “The Mandrake Project”?The Wrap:Wanted his comic book to be like the Watchman, a venue with no people is like a pub with no beer and he wants you to check out “The Mandrake Project.” Legendary Rocker Bruce Dickinson thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacyPodtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp