The Brett Allan Show

Our guest today is the delightful actor and comedian Fred Stoller! We covered so much in this conversation, you will enjoy it I am sure! He has had some iconic moments over his long career its really hard to narrow down just a few. From Seinfeld, Dumb and Dumber, the list goes on and on. He is kind, gracious and thankful for the career he has been given! Getting an early start. The comedy boom of the 80's. Finding his voice. Getting in the trenches. Being compared to others and much more! Stoller had worked as a stand-up comedian in nightclubs since the early 1980s at the time of his first television appearance, in 1987, when he appeared on Stand-Up America and later on The Young Comedians Special alongside six other comedians. He is best known for his frequent appearances as Gerard on the CBS sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond, Mr. Lowe in Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide and as Sheldon Singer, the son of Harold Gould's deli-owning character, on the short-lived sitcom Singer & Sons. He has also made guest appearances on several other TV series. He wrote two episodes of Seinfeld ("The Soup" and the Kramer/chimpanzee subplot of "The Face Painter"). He also appeared as Fred in the episode "The Secret Code". Stoller is also known as the voices of Stanley in the Open Season franchise, Rusty the Wrench on Handy Manny, Fred the Squirrel in The Penguins of Madagascar, and Steve Tree in Oswald. In 2012, Stoller published a successful e-book titled My Seinfeld Year, in which he chronicled his experiences after being hired as a new staff writer. He has since released a book titled Maybe We'll Have You Back: The Life of a Perennial TV Guest Star, and a second e-book, Five Minutes to Kill: How the HBO Young Comedians Special Changed the Lives of 1989’s Funniest Comics, in 2017. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the amazingly talented actor, Stephen Tobolowsky. Most recognize him from his iconic character "Ned Ryerson" in "Groundhog Day", but his film credits are miles long. From "Thelma and Louise" to "Mississippi Burning" he has covered the gambit. He is as kind as they come, and a true joy of a human being. We covered so much its really hard to list! Here are some highlights. His creative processes when getting into a character. The time he yelled at George Lucas. His love for the theatre. Acting is not about emotions. What is a "Character Actor" Always say yes. And much more! Stephen Tobolowsky is one of the leading character actors today. He has appeared in over 200 movies and television shows. Here is the list: Stephen Tobolowsky at IMDB for credits. He has played everything from Ned Ryerson in Groundhog Day to Sandy Ryerson in Glee. He has appeared almost naked as Stu Beggs on Californication and has worn the same suit for seven years as Principal Earl Ball on The Goldbergs. Stephen currently appears as Dr. Leslie Berkowitz in the new generation remake of Norman Lear's One Day at a Time. Seasons 1-3, at present, are still available on Netflix. PopTV and CBS aired Season 4. Hopes are high for more episodes as soon as safe filming practices can be set in the pandemic era! Please read here for the One Day at a Time journey. Stephen has always been a storyteller. In sixth grade he won his school’s storytelling contest and over that summer won the award as best storyteller in the City of Dallas (13 years old and under division.) That impulse led him into writing. He wrote the screenplay forTrue Stories with David Byrne and Beth Henley. He wrote and performed his storytelling films Stephen Tobolowsky's Birthday Party and The Primary Instinct. His labor of love has been The Tobolowsky Files, created with producer David Chen. What began as a behind-the-scenes movie podcast has become a sometimes funny, sometimes compelling portrait of a human life - as described by Miles McNutt here. “The Tobolowsky Files” is available at tobolowskyfiles.com and on Apple Podcasts. Early episodes were also previously broadcast on KUOW 94.9 in Seattle, on WFPL in Louisville, KY and many stations through Public Radio International (PRI). He has two books of stories published by Simon & Schuster: The Dangerous Animals Club and My Adventures with God. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the amazing talented and hilarious Brent Huff! As an actor, Brent currently has the recurring role of Officer Smitty on the hit television show, The Rookie. Additionally, Brent recurred as Major Keefe, on the Showtime series, Shameless. Brent has appeared in top television shows such as The West Wing, Mad Men, NCIS, Cold Case and JAG, to name a few. In the episode we talk about his creative processes, directing, writing, working during the pandemic, his Hollywood start, getting discovered as a model, the life of a working actor, growing up in the Midwest and much more! Adept at directing all genres, Brent has a connection with talent due to his years in front of the camera. He began his acting career at the age of 18, attended the University of Missouri as a theatre major and has starred in over 50 films. Brent believes storytelling and getting performances from actors is the heart of what a director does. As an actor, Brent is frequently cast as a character with an authoritative menace, but is also known for his flair for comedy. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In his debut special taped in Brooklyn, Haitian born stand-up comedian, TJ, tackles with his conversational style the perils of English as a third language, evil children, race, and the me too movement. No subject is off limits in this smart, edgy, and, most of all, hilarious debut. In the episode we talk about his upbringing, his introduction to comedy late in life, influences and much more. Enjoy! And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hunter Doohan is an actor and writer, known for Your Honor (2020), Truth Be Told (2019) and Schooled (2019). On this episode we talk about his role as "Adam" playing opposite of Brian Cranston, and what his experiences were playing such deep and layered character. Plus, some behind the scenes chatter about filming during covid, living in New Orleans his writing and directing background and much more! And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Brett chats with pop culture icon John Davidson. John is best known as a musician, TV Host, and Broadway star. He was the host of television's "Hollywood Squares", "That's Incredible" and much more! We caught up with him while he was in Mexico for the holidays spending time with his family and grandkids and enjoying life! Enjoy this fun episode. Who is John Davidson? Well....it has been quite a journey as this wholesome all-American boy has grown into a crazy old liberal! ​It was John’s performances in the major showrooms of Las Vegas that established him as one of America’s foremost entertainers. But you’ve got to see him live! While he still is. ​American audiences probably know him best as the TV host of The Hollywood Squares, and That’s Incredible! , as well as the guest host of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (80 evenings, more than any other singer). Remember when he co-starred with Sally field in the TV series The Girl With Something Extra? (And had a crush on her, by the way. Now, she never calls.) ​Can you believe it? Over 50 years ago, John graduated with a B.A. from the theater arts department at Denison University and arrived on Broadway where he debuted in Foxy, starring Burt Lahr. later he would star in State Fair and win a Theater Guild Award for playing Curly in the Broadway revival of Oklahoma! He went on to tour the US in multiple Broadway musicals. (He really can’t remember how many. Really.) ​TV producer Bob Banner molded John's career by casting him in (his TV debut) in The Fantasticks. He then hosted his own daytime talk show, too many beauty pageants, the Tom Jones summer replacement series, as well as The Kraft Summer Music Hall with regulars George Carlin, Flip Wilson, and Richard Pryor. Banner was also responsible for 13 Columbia Records albums. So, why not a hit record? Hello? ​He’s also a movie star! Your kids might know him now from videos of his Disney films: The Happiest Millionaire and The One And Only Genuine Original Family Band! He was also in Airport 80, Edward Scissorhands, and The Squeeze, but nobody cares. ​Along the way, John and his wife, Rhonda created the geography card game BORDERLINE USA and he wrote a book and a play, John played The Wizard in the Broadway musical Wicked, and most recently, John has been entertaining America as a traveling troubadour/singer/songwriter/storyteller with his original songs, his jokes, his guitar, and his backup singers, THE INFLATABLES! So, is he a comedian, an author, an actor, a musician, a TV host, a singer, an entertainer, or just an old friend that you just can’t seem to get rid of? And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today on the Brett Allan Show is comedy legend Maz Jobrani. He joined in to chat about his new comedy special, "Pandemic Warrior" his comedy story, his approach to comedy, writing, storytelling, lessons learned from success and failures, plus much more. Enjoy! Maz Jobrani was most recently seen playing the loveable “Fawz” on the CBS comedy SUPERIOR DONUTS as a series regular. He can often be seen on television’s most popular shows such as GREY’S ANATOMY, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, THE DETOUR, LAST MAN STANDING, and SHAMELESS. Maz starred as the title character in the award-winning indie comedy, JIMMY VESTVOOD: AMERIKAN HERO, a feature which he co-wrote and co-produced and is now available on all major outlets online. He’s co-starred in many additional films, including Sydney Pollack’s THE INTERPRETER, Disney’s DESCENDANTS and Ice Cube’s FRIDAY AFTER NEXT. Maz’s original NETFLIX standup special IMMIGRANT was filmed at the prestigious Kennedy Center and is currently available for streaming. He’s also released 3 additional solo specials on SHOWTIME including: BROWN AND FRIENDLY, I COME IN PEACE, and I’M NOT A TERRORIST, BUT I’VE PLAYED ONE ON TV. In the Spring of 2016 he performed at the White House where he had the privilege of introducing Michelle Obama. As a UC Berkeley alum, Maz gave the keynote speech to the graduating class of 2017. Give us kind rating and review! https://ratethispodcast.com/brettallanshow Email us! [email protected] Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettallanshow IG instagram.com/brettallanshow Facebook Facebook.com/brettallanshow Maz served as the host for the 45th International Emmy’s in New York. He was a founding member of THE AXIS OF EVIL comedy tour, which aired on Comedy Central. He is a regular panelist on NPR’s WAIT WAIT DONT TELL ME and has given 2 TED Talks. His LA Times Best Selling Book, I’M NOT A TERRORIST BUT I’VE PLAYED ONE ON TV, was published by Simon & Schuster. Maz executive produced EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE, a documentary about his sister’s battle with breast cancer which is currently available on iTunes. Maz hosts his own podcast Back to School with Maz Jobrani with the All Things Comedy Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett chats with actress Lilli Kay about her role on the Showtime limited run series. "Your Honor". She plays "Fia Baxter" with an equally amazing ensemble cast. She talks about her character, good versus evil, the American justice system, what can someone actually get away with and more! And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Blonsky is an American actress, singer, dancer, and Internet personality, who is best known for her breakthrough role as Tracy Turnblad in the film Hairspray, for which she won a Critics' Choice Award and received a nomination for a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. We discuss her long career. getting an early start, learning to live your truth and much more. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jesus Trejo is one of the fastest rising names in the stand-up comedy scene. Born and raised in Long Beach, Trejo recently taped his first hour stand-up special STAY AT HOME SON for Showtime, set to air summer of 2020. He can be seen recurring as the role of Mr. Trujillo on the Netflix series MR. IGLESIAS, and in roles on ALONE TOGETHER (Freeform) and TEACHERS (TV Land). Jesus is also the host of Tacos Con Todo, the newest web series from Complex/First We Feast (HOT ONES) in which he navigates the LA taco scene with celebrity guests. Jesus was named a Variety Top 10 Comic to watch at JFL in 2017, and is a paid regular at the Comedy Store in Los Angeles. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Marielle Scott drops in to discuss her new movie, " All My Life" available and streaming everywhere, and her role on the FX limited series, " A Teacher" now on Hulu streaming. We talk about the life of a working actor, choosing roles, making it all work, looking at life as a glass half full, and much more. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to 2021! In this brand new episode, Brett is Joined by fellow podcaster Larry Roberts of One Big Win (Moments In Mastery) to chat with Kameron Westcott and Kary Brittingham from the RHOD, Real Housewives' of Dallas to talk about their new podcast, "Kam and Kary Do Dallas", and the new season of the show, there are plenty of laughs and inside scoop to be had in this exclusive interview! Kameron Westcott and Kary Brittingham team up for a weekly podcast that’s unexpected, unfiltered and unapologetically entertaining. The pair, from Bravo’s Real Housewives of Dallas may be the most unexpected duo to join forces, with Kary’s unfiltered personality and Kam’s ridiculous & over the top perspective. They will be answering questions tweeted in from fans and will also feature celebrity guests. Each week’s episode promises to keep you guessing what’s in store… so open a bottle of champs and come hang with Kam & Kary!! Kam and Kary Do Dallas will air on Wednesday’s at 12pm CT and will be available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. For updates, please follow on Instagram @Kameronwestcott and @KaryBritt For podcast inquiries, please email [email protected] For advertising inquiries, please contact: [email protected] For media inquiries, please contact: [email protected] And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show And Larry Roberts A high energy and charismatic podcaster, speaker, Amazon #1 best selling author and top rated Udemy course creator, Larry Roberts has been in coaching and facilitator roles for more than 25 years. Whether it's corporate soft skill, technical or sales training, facilitating small business groups or teaching martial arts, Larry thrives on sharing his knowledge and insight in a way that will grab your attention, put you at ease and reassure you. Larry is quickly becoming one of the most sought after podcast consultants and content creators in the industry. Regularly publishing articles in podcast periodicals and appearing on other podcasts as well as speaking at special events, Larry specializes in all things podcast. While consistently publishing quality content of his own, he is also available for coaching, podcast auditing and industry related artwork. Larry’s podcast, 1 Big Win: Moments in Motion to Mastery can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Google Podcasts and countless other podcast providers, with new episodes being made available on Tuesday of each week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 100! Happy New Year! For our last episode of the year we have the great Steve Hofstetter. He is a comics comic, and an all around great guy. In our chat we talk about the "Nowhere Comedy Club" helping out fellow comics who need and deserve it, buying a church, living on a lonely comedy island and much more! We will see ya all next year! Author, columnist, and comedian Steve Hofstetter is often called the hardest working man in show-business. With all due respect to the late James Brown. Hofstetter's national TV debut came on ESPN's Quite Frankly, where Stephen A. Smith yelled at him for three minutes. Hofstetter has also appeared on CBS' "Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson", Showtime's "White Boyz in the Hood", VH1's "Countdown", Sundance's "On the Road in America", and ABC's "Barbara Walter's Special", where he thankfully did not cry. He is the host and executive producer of "Laughs" on Fox networks, where he only cries occasionally. One of the top booked acts on the college circuit, the original writer for collegehumor.com has also released six albums. Hofstetter has written humor columns for the New York Times, SportsIllustrated.com, and NHL.com, where he publicly admitted to being a Ranger fan. While Hofstetter's live shows are routinely sold out, he is best known for his writing, first published at age 15, mainly to impress girls. At 18, he co-founded "Sports Jerk of the Week", an irreverent website featured by press like USA Today's Baseball Weekly, Sports Illustrated and CNN. And at 20, Hofstetter took a year off of school to head up web content for the New York Yankees. The Yankees won the World Series that year, which would have been wonderful if they hadn't beaten Hofstetter's Mets. Yes, he's also a Mets fan. Poor kid. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is comedian Ben Gleib. We chat about the "Nowhere Comedy Club that he co-founded with fellow comedian Steve Hofstetter, learning to pivot in comedy, ZOOM entertainment, lessons learned from an early career and much more. Ben Gleib was named by TBS one of the "funniest comedians working today." He’s the host, head writer, and executive producer of the Emmy nominated "Idiotest" on NETFLIX. The hit comedy brain teaser game show originally had four seasons and 210 episodes on Game Show Network, and was their most watched original show. For 7 years he was one of the stars of “Chelsea Lately" on E! with over 100 appearances on the roundtable. He currently can be seen in the “Jay and Silent Bob Reboot” movie, along with Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes, Chris Hemsworth, Rosario Dawson, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Recently he pulled a prank on David Beckham for “The Late Late Show with James Corden” which got 27 million views. His hilarious hour-long standup special "Ben Gleib - Neurotic Gangster" which premiered on SHOWTIME is currently on AMAZON PRIME and is now available for free on YOUTUBE. Gleib is also the first comedian to ever live stream a full headline set on Facebook Live, and did it in 8 straight cities on his 2016 tour, 100% improvised, getting almost 4 million views. His act is full of unique material, but he's also one of the best at crowd work, improvising with the audience on the spot. (Maybe don’t sit in the front row if his shows.) His podcast “Last Week on Earth with Ben Gleib” on the Kevin Smith’s Smodcast Network debuted at #9 on iTunes Comedy, and was #1 on Stitcher for over 20 weeks. He comments on “everything” that happened during the last week in news, politics, pop culture, and weird stories, occasionally being joined by celebrity guests like Bryan Cranston, Chris D’elia, Meghan McCain, Bob Odenkirk, Moby, Blake Griffin, Adam Devine, Iliza Shlesinger, Aisha Tyler, Former Supreme Allied Commander and Four-Star General Wesley Clark, political pundits, standup comedians, and his parents. (You can subscribe, rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.) A social media addict, Gleib is always posting weird and funny things online. Follow him here: · Twitter: http://twitter.com/bengleib · Instagram: http://instagram.com/bengleib · Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bengleib · YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/bgleib . Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/bengleib Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the fantastic Brad Sherwood. Most know him from the hit show, Whose Line is it Anyway! In the conversation we cover a lot from the art of improv, working on bits, being in the moment, lessons learned from an early life and much more. As a young hatchling, Brad Sherwood (Cranius gigantum), fled the ice plains of Chicago for the arid expanse of the Rocky Mountains, where he settled at the epicenter of art and coyote sculptures, Santa Fe New Mexico. Weaned on green chiles and isolation, he became a savant of self-amusement. Years later, he hopped a hobo train to the Pacific Ocean where he searched for people willing to employ someone with an abnormally large skull. Eventually, he was plucked from the Venice Beach Freak Show by a band of improvising gypsies who passed him from troupe to troupe, until he was sold into servitude to some British Choreographer/Pirates. They, in turn, sold him to a British improv TV show, where he was hired to teach Canadians how to be funny. Now, he is ward and caretaker of his least successful pupil, Colin Mochrie. Brad is given a stipend from the Canadian government to keep Colin from hurting himself or livestock. As part of Colin’s therapy, Brad tours with him in an improvised stage performance that helps creatively channel Mochrie’s delusions. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have the amazing and multi talented actor Catherine Taber. On the show we talk about her new film, "Havens End", her long career in the Star Wars universe, making choices for roles, her faith and much more. Georgia native Catherine “Cat” Taber has made numerous comedic and dramatic appearances in television and film, both in front of the camera and behind the microphone, including Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Just like Heaven, Jane the Virgin and The Force Awakens. Taber has spent much of her career “in a galaxy, far, far away” with leading roles in Knights of the Old Republic, The Old Republic, The Force Unleashed, Star Wars: Detours, Star Wars Rebels and Star Wars: Uprising. She is best known as Padme Amidala in the Emmy award winning series Star Wars: The Clone Wars on Disney+. In addition, Catherine has portrayed memorable characters in some of today’s most beloved and popular gaming franchises including The X-Men, Metal Gear Solid, and Final Fantasy (NAVGTR Nom). Taber lent her talents to one of her favorite charities The Humane Society of the United States, for the film A Pigs Tail and founded the organization Games for Soldiers, which sends video games and comic books to U.S. Soldiers deployed to the Middle East. Currently, Cat can be found opposite Patton Oswalt as the female Jesse in Minecraft StoryMode on Netflix, as the eldest of the Loud sisters, Lori, on Nickelodeon’s hit series The Loud House, the indie thriller Haven’s End and The Walking Dead World Beyond on AMC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joel Edward McHale is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and television host. He is best known for hosting The Soup and his role as Jeff Winger on the NBC sitcom Community. He has appeared in the films Spy Kids: All the Time in the World and Ted. Joel has also made multiple appearances on all the major late-night talk shows, The Voice AGT, American Idol, the Masked Singer and much more. In this episode we talk about the golden age of television, his kids and what they think of dad the "celebrity", his upcoming NY Eve special and Card Sharks, coming back in January! Merry Christmas to all! See ya soon. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is actor Michael FIshman, We cover all the things from his producing career, writing, directing, producing and of course his role as DJ on Roseanne and the Connors. Michael Fishman started his acting career at 6 years old playing D.J. Conner in ABC's Golden Globe® Award-winning iconic sitcom, Roseanne. Throughout its nine-season run, Fishman was twice nominated for Best Young Actor Under Nine Years of Age in the Young Artist Awards and won the 1995 Young Artist Award for Best Performance: Young Actor in a TV Comedy Series. After Roseanne ended, Fishman earned venerable guest roles on Seinfeld and Walker, Texas Ranger; as well as a recurring role on Hitz, alongside Andrew Dice Clay. In addition to television, Fishman's feature film credits include A.I. Artificial Intelligence, directed by Steven Spielberg; and a recent appearance in Undrafted, alongside Jim Belushi and directed by Joseph Mazzello. Fishman was also the co-host of The Roseanne Show with Roseanne Barr, which ran for two years. In addition to acting, Fishman has had success as a producer and even started working behind the camera doing set building, set design, camera operation, assistant directing and props. In 2007, Fishman was part of the art department group that was Emmy®-nominated for Outstanding Set Design/Art Direction on Sports Science. Last year, Fishman reunited with his television family on the revival of Roseanne, and this year, he continues the journey on ABC's spinoff of the groundbreaking family series, The Conners. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is actress Ellen Hollman! Her most recent film, Army of One can been seen now, streaming and on demand on all platforms. We talk about her career, creating content, her amazing stunt career, working with her husband, lessons learned from her early career and much more! She made her television debut on an episode of Malcolm in the Middle in 2005, before going on to appear in fourth season of The O.C. as young Kirsten Nichol in a flashback. In 2006, Hollman made her first appearance on film in the movie Road House 2, where she played the role of Beau. Hollman worked on two big-screen projects which debuted in 2008, Fling with Brandon Routh, and Asylum with Sarah Roemer.[needs update] She was cast as a new series regular on Spartacus: Vengeance (premiered in January 2012) as Saxa, a Germanic warrior who is an antagonist to Mira (Katrina Law) and love interest for Gannicus (Dustin Clare) but eventually sides with Spartacus during his slave rebellion, and reprised the role in the fourth and final season of Spartacus (premiered on January 25, 2013). She recently recurred on AMC Into The Badlands as Regent Warrior Zypher. Hollman has been cast in The Matrix 4 to be released in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show we have another amazing comedian, Brad Williams. We cover a lot from ZOOM Comedy, the art of pivoting, owning your brand, joke theft and much more! Brad Williams has become one of the funniest, most in-demand comedians working today. A California native, Brad started doing stand-up at age 19 and has been touring ever since. He has appeared on numerous TV shows including Legit, Dave Attell’s Comedy Underground, Sam and Cat, Live at Gotham, the Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Mind Of Mencia, and Pitboss. In addition to stand-up, Brad has become a dynamic on-air personality as well. His podcast “About Last Night” is a mainstay on the iTunes Charts. He is a regular on KROQ’s Kevin and Bean Show in Los Angeles as well as the Adam Carolla podcast. Brad’s show is high energy. Robin Williams called him “Prozac with a head.” Brad’s ability to make humorous observations on disability, relationships, sex, and race are winning over audiences and proving anyone can overcome their shortcomings. Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A regular panel member on NPR’s Wait Wait…Don’t Tell Me, Alonzo Bodden has been making audiences around the country laugh for more than 20 years. Alonzo’s first big comedy break came when he was on the “New Faces of Comedy” showcase at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal. However, it was as the season three winner of NBCʼs Last Comic Standing, where Alonzo was first introduced to America. Since then, he has starred in two comedy specials for Showtime: Historically Incorrect and Who’s Paying Attention. His television appearances include ABC’s Dr. Ken and Fresh Off the Boat, Dr. Phil, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, Comedy Central’s The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore and Californication. In the episode we cover a lot from his upcoming ZOOM comedy event this Friday, comedy during a pandemic, the Comedy Store, defining success, and much more, Here is the details for his upcoming event! Your Late Night Show Tonight with Alonzo Bodden About: A monthly talk show that features a different celebrity host every month, leading a show built around their own comedy voice and POV. Date: Friday, December 18, 2020 Time: 7pm Pacific / 10pm Eastern Eventbritehttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/your-late-night-show-tonight-with-alonzo-bodden-tickets-130139427531 Facebook https://fb.me/e/1lJjcNvET Guests: Robert Glasper and George Wallace Social media handle: @YourLateNight Website: http://nowheretime.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Be Yourself is a rapper-producer from Detroit, Michigan. Blending classic hip hop sounds from the golden-era with modern flavors of today. Sam was a front runner in the Netflix series Rhythm and Flow and stole the show with his iconic beats and hometown Detroit Flavor In the episode Sam breaks down his experience on the show, how it changed his life and helped him realize his potential and how to really own his career and launch it forward. His music is streamed on all platforms, including apple music and Spotify! Enjoy! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is Ashley Michelle from A&E's break out documentary series, "60 Days In" Season 6. We talk about her experiences candidly, never before told stories, the inside scoop on being locked up, lessons learned and much more. When newly-elected Sheriff Jonathan W. Horton takes office and finds his jail in dire need of reform, he enlists the help of seven innocent civilians to go undercover as inmates to uncover intel on the issues that plague the facility in order to clean up the Etowah County Detention Center. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jackie Kashian is a comic whose current album, I Am Not The Hero Of This Story, was #1 comedy album on iTunes and Amazon and is critically acclaimed. She is in the thirteenth year of her podcast The Dork Forest, where she talks with people about what they love to do, think about and collect. She also has a podcast with Laurie Kilmartin where they complain and celebrate standup comedy. It is called The Jackie and Laurie Show. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.theopenmicpodcast.show Show Less Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the icon Nikki Lund. We cover everything from her new single "You and I" fashion, work life balance, motherhood and work, public perception and much more. In the age of multi-hyphenates, Nikki Lund is defining her brand in the worlds of fashion and music. Her fashion line – similar to Nikki and her music – perfectly blends femininity, confidence, and sex appeal. A California native, Nikki spent years honing her songwriting skills and teamed up with Rondor Music Publishing for her stint in the band Secret Mind, before going solo. Simultaneously, Nikki joined up with the design team at Jill Stewart in an effort to sustain her interest in fashion and design. With the recent launch of her new 10 Essential Pieces apparel line called The System, Nikki is poised for her next advance in the world of fashion. You can learn more about Nikki below. www.nikkilund.com And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Paige Davis is best known as the effervescent host of the groundbreaking, Emmy-nominated design-reality show, TRADING SPACES. Paige also kept up her hosting duties co-hosting HOME AND FAMILY for the Hallmark Channel and was the host of OWN’s HOME MADE SIMPLE, for which she was nominated for a 2013 Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Host in a Lifestyle/Travel Program. She has spent much of her time focused on her true love — theatre and dance. Paige devotes a great deal of time to her favorite charities. She is an official spokesperson for Volunteers of America’s Operation Backpack and a frequent emcee and performer for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids, among many others. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luenell is a force of nature. Best known for her breakthrough role as the “hooker with the heart of gold” in the blockbuster comedy “BORAT”, as well as her two-year tour and DVD appearances with Katt Williams, Luenell has appeared in blockbusters such as the Academy Award nominated film “A Star Is Born” with Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga. She has done unforgettable work in the 3D animated hit “Hotel Transylvania”, “Taken 2”, and the hilarious adult sleeper comedy “That’s My Boy” with Adam Sandler. Some of Luenell’s other recent feature film releases include “Hotel Transylvania 2” and “School Dance” directed by Nick Cannon. As a stand-up comedienne, she starred in “Snoop Dog’s Bad Girls of Comedy” on Showtime and recently shot “Woman Of A Certain Age” with Fran Drescher. Luenell’s recent television work includes the ABC Television pilot “The Fluffy Shop and a recurring role on TVLand’s “Lopez”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Brett chats with LeAnne Lockin, cast member from the hit TV show, The Real Housewives of Dallas. They talk quarantine, face masks, reality TV life and more. www.theopenmicpodcast.show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Brett is joined by the delightful Colin Mochrie, from the Emmy Nominated Improv Show, 'Whose Line Is It Anyway." In the episode they chat his new online show with co-star Brad Sherwood, "Stream of Consciousness" early days with second city, the art of improv, how everyone hates the "Hoedown" sketch, doing bits at home with his wife while doing dishes and much more. To get tickets to the show, click below! https://passportshows.com/portfolio/stream-of-consciousness/ And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbWuxZ8ppHe9dCXSShPF8BA/videos?view_as=subscriber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is sports and celebrity super agent Darren Prince. In the episode we discuss his early addiction to opiods, recovery and sobriety, hitting bottom at the top, keys to success, what drives him and gets him up in the morning, what would happen if he lost it all, and much more. Darren Prince is a sports and celebrity agent who, at the age of 14, founded a mail order company selling baseball cards and traveling around the country participating in trade shows. At the age of 20 he sold his company and became an industry leader in private autograph signings for sports and celebrity memorabilia with athletes and celebrities. A-List celebrities included Muhammad Ali, Hulk Hogan, Pele, Joe Montana, Carmen Electra and Jenny McCarthy. In 1995 Prince started a new venture with Prince Marketing Group (PMG), representing athletes and celebrities for marketing deals consisting of endorsements, licensing, TV, movie and book deals, autograph signings and appearances. His first client to sign with the firm was none other than Magic Johnson. Soon after Smokin’ Joe Frazier, Dennis Rodman, Pamela Anderson and Chevy Chase followed. Prince Marketing Group is currently a multi-million dollar business that has negotiated over $200 Million in deals and currently secures marketing deals, arranges signing/memorabilia appearances, commercial licensing, product endorsement, and voice-overs. Darren is a true entrepreneur as he has been able to continuously reinvent himself and significantly grow his business over the years. He has been featured in outlets such as Your World With Neil Cavuto, The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch, CNN’s Anderson Cooper 360, Hannity & Colmes, ESPN, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, New York Post, USA Today, Forbes’ Sports Money, On the record with Greta Van Susteren, Howard Stern radio, CNBC The Closing Bell and a variety of others for his marketing expertise. And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the show today Brett chats with producer for Carolla Digital Chris Laxamana. He currently produces five of the shows on the network, along with his own podcast, "WATERCOOLER", which he produces after hours, when his done with everything else! Not to mention, he is a super talented musician. and has an album out titled, "Front of House Presents Chris Laxamana." In this episode we talk about how you pivot a major podcasting network, two days after the stay at home order is issued, how to manage multiple shows, putting out fires, and making sure everything goes off with out a hitch. Impostor syndrome, dealing with critics, not believing bad press, and how to be confident in high pressure situations and much more! You can learn more about Chris, his podcast, and what life is like at Carolla Digital and more. www.chrislaxamana,com https://www.podcastone.com/the-watercooler And here is more about us! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Its Brett's 46th Birthday! Woohoo! Today he welcomes the hilarious Aries Spears! He is best known from the Emmy Nominated sketch show MAD TV and has been a touring comic for the last 30 plus years! We covered a lot in this episode and is probably one of the most honest conversations about the comedy industry I’ve had. We chatted about everything from growing up in the 80's, instant fame, MAD TV, cancel culture, being real and honest with comedy, what it takes to have a sustainable comedy career and much more! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is Daphne Maxwell Reid. She is best known from her role on "The Fresh Prince of Bell-Air" Aunt Vivian! She assumed the role in 1993 as the show went on until 1996. She is also an amazing photographer, fashion designer and cook! She is also married to the iconic Tim Reid, and accomplished actor, producer and writer! We covered a lot in the episode, from her travels, career path, being married to another performer, photography, her iconic career in the industry, and how she landed the famous role of Aunt Vivian. Plus much more! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am joined by reality TV and fitness guru Peter Madrigal, along with Angel Investor and Co-Founder of Celebrity Slots, Chandler Rapson. We discuss this new and innovative gaming technology that allows fans to connect with celebrities in a fun and unique way. Peter is a regular staple on Vanderpump Rules and Sur Restaurant, and Chandler is the Founder of Rain Maker Equity. Chandler is Founder and Chairman of RainMaker, Inc. RainMaker is a Private Equity Firm specializing in technology with a focus in Healthcare and Entertainment Technology. The company has its own fund and often acts as a lead investor while connecting family funds and high net worth individuals to targeted investment opportunities. RainMaker also has a media division (RainMaker Media, Inc.) which focuses on managing and accelerating celebrities and their personal brands and images as well as securing opportunities for celebrities. Peter is a cast member on the Bravo smash hit, Vanderpump Rules. He is also an actor, podcaster, well, he pretty much does it all. This was a fun conversation for all! Enjoy! Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Greg Proops steps up to the open mic to discuss all things pandemic, ZOOM comedy shows, showbiz memories, podcasting, working the road, quarantine madness, earning his comedy stripes and much more. Greg Proops is a stand up comic from San Francisco. He lives in Hollywood. It’s not that bad. Really. The Proopdog is best known for his unpredictable appearances on Whose Line is it Anyway? Both US and UK. Starting it’s 7th season on the CW. Stand-up Greg has a new Political Comedy album out called The Resistance. Recorded live in his beloved San Francisco. Available on iTunes and from aspecialthing records. Professor Proops has a hit Podcast called The Smartest Man in the World. Recorded live in Hollywood, Australia, New Zealand, Montreal, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, San Francisco, Austin, London, Paris and aboard a ship off St. Maarten Mr. Proops book The Smartest Book in the World is based on his award- seeking podcast. Now out in paperback. He threw a podcast and signing at Shakespeare and Co. in Paris. smartestbookintheworld.com The Greg Proops Film Club is a popular podcast digging vintage movies is available on iTunes. He has recorded at the TCM Film Festival, Edinburgh and the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood. Film Buff Greg hosted Ouch:The Slapstick Movie Festival movies on TCM. Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Tami Stronach is best known as the Child Like Empress from the cult classic, "The Never Ending Story". In the episode, we talk about her experiences with the film, how it has stood the test of time, her upcoming film "Man and Witch", her love as a dancer, being a mom, and much more. Tami Stronach is a choreographer, actor, dance professor and yoga teacher. As an artist and an educator she is dedicated to inspiring others to keep their creative life alive and to exercise their imagination. She is the Director of Tami Stronach Dance and a Co-Founder of Paper Canoe Company. Join her for NeverEnding Yoga classes every Tuesday and Thursday at 10AM EST. Check out upcoming appearances and keep up with new acting projects PAPER CANOE COMPANY TAMI STRONACH DANCE UPCOMING MAN & WITCH MOVIE NEVER ENDING YOGA! NEVER ENDING STORY www.tamistronach.com Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Fabrizio Guido drops in on the podcast today to discuss all things "Mr. Iglesias", his experiences as an actor, growing up with parents in the business, dealing with rejection, learning from past mistakes, his goals as an actor and much more. Fabrizio Guido was born on May 28, 1999 in Los Angeles, California, USA as Fabrizio Zacharee Guido. He is an actor and producer, known for Mr. Iglesias (2019), Family (2018) and World War Z (2013). Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our guest today is the one and only, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair. His career has lasted over four decades and he has no plan to stop. Not mention, his daughter has continued the legacy, and has made a name for herself, all on her own. In the episode, we talk about his newest venture, Celebrity Slots, classic highlights from his career, how wrestling has changed since he began, and much more. The unmistakable strut. The overdramatic flop. The flagrant low blow. The… "Woooooooo!" Such an animated performer like Ric Flair can't be encapsulated in words. He's a man of vibrant actions and endless sound bites. If Dean Malenko is "The Man of 1,000 Holds," then Flair is absolutely "The Man of 1,000 Faces" – each one more flushed red with intensity than the last. There was a time when Flair didn't blaze through arenas like a fireball of charisma, but that was before he found his calling as "The Nature Boy." Prior to stealing kisses, flying on jets and riding in limousines, the 16-time World Heavyweight Champion was an adopted, brown-haired kid in Minnesota with a chip on his shoulder. Flair showcased his athletic ability early in life, competing in wrestling, football and track at a boarding school in Wisconsin. After winning the state private school wrestling championship in 1966 and 1968, he was recruited to the University of Minnesota on a football scholarship. But it wasn't until he dropped out that he got his first big opportunity as a sports entertainer. Working as a bouncer at a nightclub, Flair met Olympic weightlifter Ken Patera, who introduced the young "Slick Ric" to legendary performer and tough-as-nails trainer Verne Gagne. The 10-time AWA World Heavyweight Champ had quite a class for his wrestling camp in 1971, which also included Patera, The Iron Sheik and Jim Brunzell. From there, it was simply a matter of time before Flair would start to turn heads with his colorful personality and in-ring prowess. And....the rest is history. Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have the wonderful Kourtney Reppert. Kourtney is a global influencer, health and beauty model, and first and foremost, a mother. In the episode we cover the power struggle between motherhood and celebrity, making wise choices as someone who is highly sought after, protecting her image from online bullies, what she sees as her purpose and more. Kourtney is a motivated young, female, entrepreneur and American model. While she continues to work actively in the print, commercial, and fitness industries, she has recently focused her efforts on leveraging her influential platforms to encourage people to lead a more positive and healthy life. Specializing in the entertainment field including modeling, acting, makeup artistry, photography, film , and social media. She also has developed a hands-on attitude when it comes to conducting business. Kourtney’s diverse modeling career and subsequent social activism projects prove she isn’t just a pretty face. She has become a branding expert too with decades of industry experience. As someone willing to think outside of the box and maximize emerging technologies, she has quickly created buzz on a global scale. Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“A life in the arts is richly rewarding, even if it doesn't reward one with riches.”From Indiana farm boy to San Francisco queer-theatre veteran...From creator/star of the seminal gay web TV series Old Dogs & New Tricks to his infamous role as Cindy Brady's political arch-enemy...Actor Leon Acord's story, told in his singular, cheeky voice, is “like any other Hollywood memoir...the only difference is, I'm not famous!” Leon was born in Kokomo, Indiana on May 23, 1963, and grew up on several different farms in the area. Moving frequently led Leon to develop a fantasy life at an early age, and he acted in high-school and community-theatre productions throughout Indiana. He continues to perform in independent and short films, as well as many USC student shorts, most recently starring as "Morton" in Arvin Bautista's thesis film "Deer Season" which screened in USC's 2007 "First Look" festival.In 2006, he portrayed bumbling ex-boyfriend "Simon" in the world premiere of Rose Martula's stage comedy "Salsa Saved the Girls" at the Eclectic Co. Theatre.In 2009 he co-produced and recreated his role of Quentin Crisp in an LA production of "Carved in Stone" that ran over 12 weeks and garnered rave reviews.In 2011, Leon began the web TV series 'Old Dogs & New Tricks,' an ensemble comedy which he also created, wrote and co-executive produced. The series completed its first season and is in preproduction on Season 2.In 2012, Leon was named #3 on web-series journal Placevine's "Top 10 Emerging Web Series Stars of 2012" for his web series 'Old Dogs & New Tricks' Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Allegra Edwards, star of the Amazon Prime series, "Upload" which is now currently streaming. In the episode we discuss her role, what drew her to the project, what drives her as a creative, lessons learned from success and failure, plus much more. If your a fan of the show, she can be seen playing Ingrid, opposite of Robbie Amell. Allegra Edwards is an actress currently living in New York. She received her training at the American Conservatory Theater, and graduated in May 2013 with an MFA in acting. Allegra attended Pepperdine University in Malibu and received her bachelor's degree in theatre and television. Allegra started out as a child model, booking her first gig at 18 months old. Although Allegra was hypnotized by the trendy clothes and Craft service, the chance to get into character kept her coming back for more. Modeling quickly took a backseat to improvisation, dance, and musical theatre. These days, Allegra considers herself more of a "classically trained" actress with a soft spot for comedy. Allegra is originally from Denver, Colorado. She has two siblings, both singer-actor-dancers, who keep her humble and like to take the harmony. Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brett's guest today is the wonderful actor and comedian Tommy Davidson. Tommy has been a comedic staple for over thirty years and has no plans to stop. From his first gig at a strip club, getting discovered by Keenen Ivory Wayans,, and working with some of the biggest comedy names in the game, Tommy has carved out a place for himself an orchestrated plan, that he literally wrote out, when he first began. We cover all this and more, in this exclusive interview. Davidson started his career as a stand-up comedian in Washington DC, earning an ardent following with sheer hard work in various comedy clubs. As one of the cutting-edge, young stand-ups, he was spotted by major concert promoters, who booked him as the opening act for A-list touring acts, including Patti LaBelle, Kenny G and Luther Vandross. It wasn't long before he came to Hollywood and was performing stand-up at a number of clubs, including the Comedy Act Theatre, where he met Robert Townsend. This led to his first national television appearance, with a starring role in Partners in Crime (2005) and was the conduit to Keenen Ivory Wayans, who proved instrumental in Davidson's career by offering him an opportunity to audition and join the uniquely talented cast of the most adventurous prime-time variety show of its day, In Living Color (1990). He, Jamie Foxx, Jim Carrey and Damon Wayans made TV history with their originality. Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael DeVorzon was born in Los Angeles. He's the son of Grammy winning and Academy Award nominated songwriter, composer Barry DeVorzon and Jelinda DeVorzon, a model and philanthropist. His paternal grandfather, Jules DeVorzon was a singer, violinist best known as a member of Rudy Vallée and the Connecticut Yankees. Michael's father is of Russian descent and his mother of English descent.Michael started acting on the stage as a youngster and later on got a job working in production on the television show "Melrose Place." After three years in production, he started working in front of the camera.Michael's experience covers a wide range of roles in Films, TV and Commercials. You can learn more about Michael and connect with him below! www.instagram.com/michaeldvz www.facebook.com/michaeldevorzon www.twitter.com/michaeldvz Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we are joined by Actor Eric Roberts and his amazing wife Eliza. Combined, they have over five decades of industry experience from directing, acting, casting and there is no plan to slow down. Not to mention, all of their children, brothers, sisters and more, are a part of the family business. In the episode we chat about what its like to work as a couple while helping manage their children's budding careers, how they mitigate the madness of lock down, how the industry has evolved over the years as an actor, from a casting directors perspective, and much more. Plus, advice for aspiring actors, and the best piece of advice I have heard. "Treat everyone today, as if they will be your boss tomorrow." Also, mentioned at the end of the episode. https://getmyphoenix.com/ Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Casey Jost joins us today on the show. He is a senior comedy producer and writer on the hot TV Show, Impractical Jokers and host of, "Impractical Jokers: Inside Jokes" on TRU TV. He is also the younger brother of Colin Jost, head writer and weekend update co-anchor on NBC's Saturday Night Live. We covered a lot in the episode from punching up jokes with his brother, how no nepotism is allowed, making ideas better, the art of the visual joke, his creative process and much more. Enjoy! Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I am joined by the amazing Robert LaSardo. Most recognize him for his body tattoos and roles on Nip Tuck, The Mule, Weeds, and this list goes on and on. In the episode we discuss the state of the film industry, good versus evil, how to make each role different, the stigma of type casting and much more! Robert LaSardo was born in Brooklyn, New York. He began his career studying at the High School of Performing Arts in New York City, before going on to the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. He spent four years in the U.S. Navy. For two of those years, he handled Navy attack dogs in the Aleutian Islands. He is best known for his portrayal of Escobar Gallardo on the FX hit series Nip/Tuck. He has also appeared in the Warner Brothers film The Mule, playing opposite Clint Eastwood. Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this rare and exclusive interview, singer and founding member of the 80's group "New Edition" @RalphTresvant Ralph Tresvant stops by and reflects with Brett on his decades long music career and how it has affected so many people over the years. How his children may or may not follow in his footsteps, staying humble, constantly creating new things and new music and much more. He has a new single that just released, with the iconic @JohnnyGill Johnny Gill, his former band mate and life long friend. Enjoy! Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brent Basham is one of the creators of Poddit.net, a web platform that matches potential podcast guests with podcast hosts. He also has a podcast titled. "Long Tail Success. This is a replay from a Facebook Live-stream and Brent is one the absolute bests. Enjoy. In 2014 Brent had an epiphany. As a father and tech enthusiast, he realized we were standing at a very unique point in history. We were the last digital immigrants charged with raising the first digital natives. But with everything changing so fast, there was no road map to follow. So he did what anyone would do in his position... he grabbed a co-host and started a podcast. Digital Dads lasted nearly three years and left a lasting impact on both him and his listeners. After the show ended, Brent realized the challenge of guest discovery, connection, and coordination had yet to be solved. Or at least not in the way he envisioned. So with a background in technology he set out to create a better solution. As co-founder Brent is now working to help make Poddit the best way to connect for podcast interviews. You can learn more about Brent and his NEW podcast, as well as his guest matching service, below. www.poddit.net https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196807 Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the comedy stage, Kanan has performed at some of the countries leading clubs including the Laugh Factory, the Comedy Store, Dangerfield's, the Brokerage, Uncle Vinny's and other venues. On the theater stage, he has performed in Sam Shepard's True West twice, once at the Zephyr theater and once at the Palm Canyon Theater.Sean penned The Modern Gentleman; Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan (Dunham Books) and Secret of My Success. Kanan co-hosted a celebrity parenting radio talk show called Kanan's Rules, available for download on iTunes podcast. Sean Kanan spends his free time studying martial arts, writing scripts, cooking, performing his stand-up routine and further pursuing the study of the Italian, French, Mandarin, Russian and Japanese language. Sean also dedicates much of his time to numerous charitable and nonprofit endeavors including ASPCA, anti-bullying and the Red Cross. Here is some of what we talked about. How the Karate Kid III and playing Ralph Machio's nemesis changed his entire life. His new, Emmy nominated show, "Studio City" is a love letter to Hollywood and the world of Soap Operas. Directing his daughter. What drives him as a creative. Lessons learned from a young Hollywood Sean You can stream Studio City on Amazon Prime here! https://www.amazon.com/Studio-City/dp/B0831S9K6R Plus much more. Our sponsor this month is HostGator. A ton of website hosting options, 99.9% uptime guarantee, free SSL certificate, easy WordPress installs, and a free domain for a year. Starting at only $2.75 a month for basic plans! Use this promo code brettsopenmic2020 to get up to 60% percent off for new customers. CLICK BELOW! partners.hostgator.com/brettsopenmic Have a question? Email us below! [email protected] Love the show and want to help support us? Click the link below and consider joining our Patreon for exclusive content and a shout out on the show! https://www.patreon.com/theopenmicpodcast?fan_landing=true Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices