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"!
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!
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'!
What's Bill been up to? We also discuss the celebrity sexual assault accusations going going around, and more!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
You know him from movies like "Big" and "Home Alone", but did you know that John Heard has been in over 170 movies since 1975. He offers up some great behind the scenes stories about Robin Williams, Goldie Hawn, James Gandolfini, Penny Marshall and Gary Marshall! We also find out what Peter McCallister did for a living!
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