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Thank you for visiting!  I love my city and enjoy interviewing fun and intriguing people!  I'm the creator, co-host, and producer of Bill and Dave's Excellent Podcast. 

My goal:  To provide guests an unfiltered/unedited Chicago and Midwest outlet to promote their projects, while at the same time providing listeners around the world some fun content (with a Chicago twist).

Recent Interviews
Episode #70 - Interview with Lisa Durupt
Dec 5, 2018
Episode #70 - Interview with Lisa Durupt
Dec 5, 2018

Lisa Durupt may just be the busiest person in entertainment right now! We talk to her about her upcoming movies 'Breakthrough' with Topher Grace, 'Benchwarmers 2' with Chris Klein, her TV movies 'Christmas Lost and Found' premiering on Lifetime December 7th, and 'Reunited at Christmas' airing currently! We also talk about her upcoming TV series 'The Chronicle Mysteries' with Alison Sweeney, the production company she's involved with (Kafka Pictures), and Tricities Film Studio, a training center started by Lisa and her husband! Music provided by Chicago native Crystal Drake!

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Dec 5, 2018
Episode #69 - Interview with Allison King
Nov 24, 2018
Episode #69 - Interview with Allison King
Nov 24, 2018

We talk to Actress/Art Director/Producer Allison King! You've seen her in projects like 'Baby Driver', '12 Strong', Better Call Saul’, and the TV Series 'The Purge'. We talk about those projects, how hard it is to "make it" in the industry, common misconceptions, and more!

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Nov 24, 2018
Episode #68 - Interview with Mia Challis & Nardeep Khurmi
Nov 8, 2018
Episode #68 - Interview with Mia Challis & Nardeep Khurmi
Nov 8, 2018

We talk to Mia and Nardeep about 'Dinosaur', the film short they're in that is currently in production. Mia and Nardeep explain what it's like working on scripted projects versus more improvised projects, along with production differences between short films, tv, features, and independent films. Mia shares her thoughts on the difference between the entertainment business in Australia compared to the entertainment business here in the states. All of that, and so much more!

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Nov 8, 2018
Episode #67 - Interview with Christian Jacobs the M.C. Bat Commander of The Aquabats
Oct 6, 2018
Episode #67 - Interview with Christian Jacobs the M.C. Bat Commander of The Aquabats
Oct 6, 2018

Christian Jacobs the M.C. Bat Commander of The Aquabats! calls in! We get caught up to speed on all things The Aquabats! Their extremely successful Kickstarter campaign, a new album, their new The Aquabats! Super Show! web series, their set at Riot Fest in Chicago, and more!

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Oct 6, 2018
Episode #66 - Interview with Gene Fallaize
Sep 15, 2018
Episode #66 - Interview with Gene Fallaize
Sep 15, 2018

If you don't know his name, you should! In an era where getting a movie made is extremely difficult, Gene Fallaize gets it done consistently! The last time he was on, we were talking about 'Cain Hill'. This time, we discuss his newest project - an action/thriller called 'Violent Lines'. Gene gives us a rundown of the project and talks about things like overcoming the challenges of filming fight scenes. We also discuss a couple of his other projects - 'Dudley' a Dudley Moore biopic, and 'The Beast of Jersey' a crime/thriller based on the true story of a man that terrorized the island of Jersey for over a decade! We also talk about the importance of audiences supporting independent films.

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Sep 15, 2018
Episode #65 - Interview with Charmaine Bingwa
Jul 11, 2018
Episode #65 - Interview with Charmaine Bingwa
Jul 11, 2018

Charmaine Bingwa is more than just an award winning Zimbabwean / Australian actor! She's a producer, a writer, a director, a singer, and a musician! We talk to Charmaine about her new show 'Little Sista' which she wrote, produced, directed, and stars in! We also talk about things like...what it was like for her to open for Demi Lovato!

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Jul 11, 2018
Episode #64 - Adult Swim on the Green Tour
Jun 28, 2018
Episode #64 - Adult Swim on the Green Tour
Jun 28, 2018

Adult Swim is the adult-oriented nighttime programming block on Cartoon Network! They've taken the show on the road offering a fun night games, prizes and unaired Adult Swim episodes, never before seen pilots, specials and more! We were lucky enough to have been invited to record on location and talk to some of the festival goers!

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Jun 28, 2018
Episode #63 - Interview with Danielle Pinnock
Jun 16, 2018
Episode #63 - Interview with Danielle Pinnock
Jun 16, 2018

You may know her as Ms. Ingram from the CBS hit 'Young Sheldon', but there's a lot more to know about the multi-talented Danielle Pinnock.  We discuss her experience in theater, her one woman show, and her ties to Chicago!

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Jun 16, 2018
Episode #62 - Interview with James Lafferty & Stephen Colletti
Jun 8, 2018
Episode #62 - Interview with James Lafferty & Stephen Colletti
Jun 8, 2018

Sure, you probably know James Lafferty & Stephen Colletti from 'One Tree Hill', but did you know they created and wrote a show of their own? We'll they did, and it's called 'Everyone is Doing Great', and it's amazeballs! We talk about that project, the process of creating a pilot on a budget, MJ vs King James and more!!

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Jun 8, 2018
Episode #61 - Interview with Courtney Henggeler
May 10, 2018
Episode #61 - Interview with Courtney Henggeler
May 10, 2018

Actress Courtney Henggeler has been ON FIRE!  She calls in to talk about 'Cobra Kai' where plays Amanda LaRusso!  We were lucky enough to have her on the same day she received news that 'Cobra Kai' was picked up for a second season!  Combine that with the fact that she was on the season finale of 'The Big Bang Theory' which was airing in Chicago during this interview, and we had tons to talk about.  We talk everything from 'Cobra Kai' and 'The Big Bang Theory' to 'Saved by the Bell' and 'Clarissa Explains It All'!  Bill talks about his New Orleans trip, becoming a new homeowner, and updating his method of commuting.

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May 10, 2018
Episode #60 - Interview with Sadie Katz
Mar 21, 2018
Episode #60 - Interview with Sadie Katz
Mar 21, 2018

Fresh off the release of her award winning documentary "The Bill Murray Experience", Sadie Katz offers some great stories from behind the scenes!  The film features interviews with Joel Murray, P.J. Soles and also features the legend himself, Bill Murray!  We also talk about her upcoming film "Party Bus To Hell" that she stars in along side Tara Reid!!

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Mar 21, 2018
Episode #59 - Interview with Tami Stronach
Mar 8, 2018
Episode #59 - Interview with Tami Stronach
Mar 8, 2018

You probably know Tami Stronach as The Childlike Empress from "The Never Ending Story".  She's been super busy since that movie came out in 1984!  Tami has been doing tons of theater, and is actually the CEO of her own theater Paper Canoe Co. in Brooklyn, NY.  She called in to promote a new film she's in called "Ultra-Low"!  Hear what she's been up to along with all things "The Never Ending Story"!

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Mar 8, 2018
Episode #58 - Interview with Lisa Linke
Jan 29, 2018
Episode #58 - Interview with Lisa Linke
Jan 29, 2018

Lisa talks about coming up through Chicago's iconic improv community and getting roles on shows like "Black-ish" and "Shameless".  She's the creator of the web series "Rick and Len Fix Sh!t in Your House" and "Dog Moms" and has been featured in hit web series like "Successful People".  Lisa talks about making the move to LA and how she got roles on "This is Us" and "Modern Family".  You can see her in season 3 of the Netflix hit "LOVE" coming out in March!

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Jan 29, 2018
Episode #57 - Interview with Jose Antonio Garcia
Jan 7, 2018
Episode #57 - Interview with Jose Antonio Garcia
Jan 7, 2018

Jose (Tony) Garcia joins us at Old Irving Brewing Co. to discuss his career as a an actor in Theater, an instructor at Green Shirt Studio, and his work on Showtime's 'The Chi'!  We also talk about his work on 'Shameless', 'Chicago Fire', 'Prison Break', and 'Win it All'!

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Jan 7, 2018
Episode #56
Nov 20, 2017
Episode #56
Nov 20, 2017

What's Bill been up to?  We also discuss the celebrity sexual assault accusations going going around, and more!

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Nov 20, 2017
Episode #55 - Interview with Adam McArthur
Sep 5, 2017
Episode #55 - Interview with Adam McArthur
Sep 5, 2017

You might know him as the voice of Marco Diaz on Disney's "Star vs. The Forces of Evil", or "The Adventures of Puss in Boots" and "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" on Netflix.  Actor/Producer Adam McArthur calls in!  We talk about the new season of "Star vs. The Forces of Evil", his improv background, acting versus voice over work, voicing an animated  character versus a video game character and more!

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Sep 5, 2017
Episode #54 - Interview with Amanda Troop
Aug 31, 2017
Episode #54 - Interview with Amanda Troop
Aug 31, 2017

You may recognize Amanda from shows like "Wilfred" on FX along side Elijah Wood and Jason Gann, or possibly on her own show "Spouse Quest".  You may have even seen her perform Improv!  We talk to here about her career, awkward encounters, and more!

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Aug 31, 2017
Episode #53 - Interview with Derrick Kosinski
Aug 10, 2017
Episode #53 - Interview with Derrick Kosinski
Aug 10, 2017

You've seen him on MTV's Road Rules and The Challenge.  After a 7 year hiatus, he has returned for The Challenge - Dirty 30!  We talk to Derrick about this season of the Challenge, representing Chicago, being a 3 time Challenge champ, how he was the first to partner with Diem Brown, how helped Johnny 'Bananas' win 2 of his 6 Challenge championships, and more!

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Aug 10, 2017
Episode #52 - Interview with Megan Freels Johnston
Jul 31, 2017
Episode #52 - Interview with Megan Freels Johnston
Jul 31, 2017

We talk to Megan about her film "The Ice Cream Truck".  She opens up about the process from building the concept to casting to post production!  We find out what makes her tick creatively and the importance of finding your creative space! 

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Jul 31, 2017
Episode #51 - Interview with Tracey Birdsall
Jun 28, 2017
Episode #51 - Interview with Tracey Birdsall
Jun 28, 2017

Actress/Producer/Writer Tracey Birdsall calls in to talk about her new film "Rogue Warrior:  Robot Fighter"!  We also talk about her acting career, dealing with critics, and memorizing lines!  Bill and Dave also talk about festivals, virtual reality, new Instagram followers and the need for a theme song and catch phrase!

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Jun 28, 2017
Episode #50
May 24, 2017
Episode #50
May 24, 2017

We talk about douche bags that use tragedy to get social media attention.  Billy Bush attempts a come back.  The Roseanne reboot.  Who was the first guy that ruined wearing ski masks in public places for everyone else?  Episode 50!! Thank you for subscribing! 

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May 24, 2017
Bonus Episode - Interview with Jessica Morris
May 4, 2017
Bonus Episode - Interview with Jessica Morris
May 4, 2017

You've seen her in things like "Rosewood", "One Life to Live", "Perception", and "Role Models"!  Actress/Producer/Writer Jessica Morris calls in to tell us about her new project "Ladies Of the Lake", a 4 episode mini series available on Amazon May 15th, along with another project "The Hollywouldn'ts" available on iTunes May 16th!  We also learn whether or not she can watch something she's been in and what she does when she doesn't get a role she's auditioned for! 

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May 4, 2017
Episode #49 - Interview with Brooke Lewis
Apr 11, 2017
Episode #49 - Interview with Brooke Lewis
Apr 11, 2017

Actress/Producer/Writer Brooke Lewis calls in to discuss her book "Coaching From A Professed Hot Mess", and talks about how she juggles her writing, producing, acting, life coaching, and cosmetic and clothing lines!  We also discuss how the Ms. Vampy character came to fruition.    

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Apr 11, 2017
Episode #48 - Interview with Jon Daly
Apr 1, 2017
Episode #48 - Interview with Jon Daly
Apr 1, 2017

Jon Daly calls in to discuss his new show "I'm Dying Up Here" which premiers June 4th on Showtime!  We also discuss some of the hilarious characters he's played on shows like "Bob's Burgers", "Family Guy", and "Kroll Show" along with his upcoming film "A Futile & Stupid Gesture" in which he'll be playing Bill Murray!  

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Apr 1, 2017
Episode #47 - Interview with Mike Felumlee
Mar 26, 2017
Episode #47 - Interview with Mike Felumlee
Mar 26, 2017

You may know Mike as the drummer of the Smoking Popes, or from his stint with Alkaline Trio.  Mike talks about his band The Bigger Empty's new EP "Lakes & Oceans Volume 1: Michigan".  He also talks about his site www.livefromtherockroom.com, his amazing career with the Smoking Popes, Alkaline Trio, and more!  

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Mar 26, 2017
Episode #46 - Interview with Dana Divine
Mar 16, 2017
Episode #46 - Interview with Dana Divine
Mar 16, 2017

Dana Divine tells us what to expect at Chicago's biggest night for music, this year's Chicago Music Awards.  We discuss the nominees and performers.  Dana Divine, also a recording artist who has been nominated previously, gives us a great perspective on the awards show from an emcee's point of view, and a nominated artist's point of view!

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Mar 16, 2017
Episode #45 - Interview with Tom Malloy
Mar 9, 2017
Episode #45 - Interview with Tom Malloy
Mar 9, 2017

We talk to Tom Malloy about his many talents and some of the amazing people he's worked with.  With a background in improv, Tom utilizes his talents for everything from producing great entertaining movies and shows to teaching others how to raise money for indie films!

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Mar 9, 2017
Episode #44 - Interview with Matty Cardarople (Oscar Special)
Feb 23, 2017
Episode #44 - Interview with Matty Cardarople (Oscar Special)
Feb 23, 2017

The return of Bill!  Matty Cardarople calls in to discuss his Netflix original show "A Series of Unfortunate Events", his movie "The Big Sick", moving from the east coast to the west coast, what it was like being Luke Wilson's personal assistant, and the cake he baked for Judd Apatow!  Our world renown Oscar expert Dr. Kay gives us his predictions for the Academy Awards!

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Feb 23, 2017
Episode #43 - Interview with George Basil
Feb 16, 2017
Episode #43 - Interview with George Basil
Feb 16, 2017

Actor George Basil talks about his new HBO show "Crashing" and his Netflix original show "Flaked".  He tells us what it's like working with Judd Apatow and Will Arnett.  We also talk to George about his on line comedy shorts, improv, his first major nude scene, making his move from NY to LA and more!

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Feb 16, 2017
Episode #42 - Interviews with Katy Colloton, Katie O'Brien, and Gene Fallaize
Feb 11, 2017
Episode #42 - Interviews with Katy Colloton, Katie O'Brien, and Gene Fallaize
Feb 11, 2017

We talk to Katy & Katie about their hit show "Teachers" on TV Land, and their time in Chicago performing with The Katydids! Then Director Gene Fallaize calls in from the UK to discuss his new movie "Cain Hill", and how he went from radio broadcaster to director!

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Feb 11, 2017
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