Jack Reacher himself, Alan Ritchson (Reacher, Blue Mountain State) joins me this week to bravely discuss his battle with bipolarism and the struggle in finding his true identity in Hollywood. Alan and I talk about being a better fit for Jack Reacher compared to past actors, hitting rock-bottom mentally, and the intense filming schedule of Amazon Prime Video’ ... Show More
Aug 19
DAVID TENNANT: Doctor Who Coincidences, Anxiety Management & Embracing Your Inner-child
David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) joins us this week to share his perspective on managing stress and anxiety with difficult roles as an actor, all the while embracing your inner child to maintain a sense of joy in your work. David talks about the surreal nature of getting t ... Show More
1h 14m
Aug 5
DANIELLE PANABAKER: Staying Practical, Gratitude for The Flash & Real Problems for Child Actors
Danielle Panabaker (The Flash, Sky High) joins me again to share how she balances a practical approach to life alongside success, fame, and motherhood in Hollywood. Danielle opens up a lot about her time on The Flash - from issues with crossovers, to gratitude for the 180+ episod ... Show More
1h 1m
Feb 2024
Revisiting Christopher McQuarrie on "Jack Reacher"
For the anniversary of “Jack Reacher,” we chatted with writer/director Christopher McQuarrie. We go deep on the movie, including how “Jack Reacher” and “Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol” are inexorably linked, why Tom Cruise was a perfect Reacher, and how they constructed the ... Show More
1h 22m
Mar 2019
‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey
The Ringer’s Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey take a trip to Hawaii to try and get over the 2008 hit comedy ‘Forgetting Sarah Marshall,’ starring Jason Segel, Mila Kunis, and Kristen Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
1h 16m
Jan 2024
‘Silver Linings Playbook’ With Chris Ryan, Andy Greenwald, and Zach Baron
The Ringer’s Chris Ryan, Andy Greenwald, and Zach Baron order Raisin Bran so there wouldn't be any mistaking it for a date as they rewatch David O. Russell’s 2012 romantic comedy-drama ‘Silver Linings Playbook,’ starring Bradley Cooper, Jennifer Lawrence, and Robert De Niro.
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1h 55m
Jul 2019
‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood’ Is Quentin Tarantino’s Most Sentimental Film Yet (SPOILERS) | Exit Survey
We gather to discuss Quentin Tarantino’s ninth—and allegedly penultimate—film, ‘Once Upon a Time … in Hollywood.’ We break down everything from Leonardo DiCaprio grappling with the end of his career in the leading role, to Brad Pitt’s quiet charisma, to the way historical accurac ... Show More
1h 12m
Jun 2024
40 Years Of Anthony Michael Hall
Anthony Michael Hall has starred in some seriously iconic movies starting with a very memorable turn as Rusty Griswold in the comedy classic, Vacation! He talks about working with and learning from Chevy Chase, John Candy, and Beverly D’Angelo. He explains how that Vacation exper ... Show More
52m 44s
Nov 2023
Bradley Cooper (Extended) | Sixth, Lies, And Videotape
Republicans in the House keep trying to rewrite the story of the January 6th insurrection, several former Trump aides say he should not be president, and we’re learning disturbing details about how bats reproduce. Acclaimed actor, screenwriter and director Bradley Cooper tells St ... Show More
30m 12s
Apr 2023
#560 — Jason Statham & Guy Ritchie, Nicholas Hoult
It's an all-British affair on the Empire Podcast this week, as we finally get a chance to bring you the interview Chris Hewitt did with Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre director/star combo, Guy Ritchie and The 'Jason Statham' Stath over a year ago, before the film's release was ... Show More
1h 59m