Best Brock Ciarlelli Podcasts (2025)

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602 - The Loneliest Locker 55:05

1h ago55:05

55:05

You asked for a detour from our usual chronological order, and here it is! We'll return to our Season 2 recaps next week, but today we're diving into a TENTPOLE Sue and Brad episode - 602, "The Loneliest Locker." It’s a personal favorite, and we’re sharing all the details of creating the performance, from the signature walk to the shaky choreograph…

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204 - The Quarry (w/ Greg Cipes) 55:58

2h ago55:58

55:58

We can honestly say: today's guest is one for the books! Greg Cipes (AKA Chuck from the quarry) is with us as we talk about 204, "The Quarry." His free spirit nature is palpable in every minute of this recap. We ask him about his illustrious voice acting career, he tells us about his childhood pet snake, and leaves us with a mantra. All while being…

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203 - The Diaper Incident (w/ Wendey Stanzler) 52:23

4h ago52:23

52:23

Lace up your tap shoes, we're recapping ep 203, "The Diaper Incident!" After a VERY important question from a listener who asked our Traitors and Survivor hot takes, we break down the episode with our director, Wendey Stanzler (Sex and the City, Glee, This is Us). Brock shares how he prepared a full tap routine and Wendey makes us belly laugh with …

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202 - Homecoming (w/ Werner Walian) 53:04

26d ago53:04

53:04

Use offer code MIDDLE50 when signing up to get 50% off your first month off a Patreon subscription! Now through March 7th! Patreon.com/MiddlingPod Eden's one-person show, "I Was On a Sitcom," is taping the show on March 9th in Los Angeles, and you can be in the audience! Use offer code SITCOM at EdenSherLive.com for buy-one-get-one tickets! Get our…

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201 - Back to School 53:46

1M ago53:46

53:46

Use offer code MIDDLE50 when signing up to get 50% off your first month off a Patreon subscription! Now through March 7th! Patreon.com/MiddlingPod Eden's one-person show, "I Was On a Sitcom," is taping the show on March 9th in Los Angeles, and you can be in the audience! Use offer code SITCOM at EdenSherLive.com for buy-one-get-one tickets! Today, …

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline) 8:08

1M ago8:08

8:08

Last, but definitely not least, we've got our Blue Bag Grab trivia with our show runners and creators, Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline!! They're forces of nature and their creativity and humor never ceases to amaze us. We can't wait to have them on again in the future! We'll next week -- Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want extended e…

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Eps 27: SKS Faculty Real Talk Roundtable: The State of the Industry: Colleen Foy, Aleks Ristic, Angela Fornero, Brock Ciarlelli, and Kristyn Daniel 1:19:23

1M ago1:19:23

1:19:23

SKS Faculty Real Talk Roundtable, the entire faculty comes together to talk about all things industry. CEO Kristyn, Studio Director Colleen, and actors and coaches Aleks, Angela, and Brock come together to discuss their experiences and offer guidance to the SKS community. They talk about the challenging start to the year with the LA wildfires, stri…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Brock's Mom) 7:35

2M ago7:35

7:35

Knock, knock. So sorry to bother you. We're just dropping this off. It's the Blue Bag Grab trivia with Brock's Mom, Priscilla Ciarlelli. Enjoy! We'll see you on Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes! Wa…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Julia Caston) 6:23

2M ago6:23

6:23

We ran to the drug store and got you a little sweet treat! Here it is. It's our Blue Bag Grab trivia with our costume designer, Julia Caston. No one put us at ease more than Julia when we were on set. If you haven't listened to her full interview, we couldn't recommend it enough. We'll see you on Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want…

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Eps 26: Overcoming Adversity through Art: The Journey of Actor, Writer, and Mentor Maryam Myika Day 55:38

1M ago55:38

55:38

When your world crashes down around you, how do you continue moving on? In 2015, Maryam Myika Day welcomed her daughter Ayodélé Olayinka into the world and said goodbye to her husband. Through that joy and grief came a reckoning and realization of who she wanted to be as an artist going forward in her life, and she reexamined the ways her art could…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ G. Charles Wright) 10:20

2M ago10:20

10:20

Before we return with new, full episodes on Weds. February 26th, we're giving you something from the vaults of Patreon. It's the Blue Bag Grab trivia with our casting director, G. Charles Wright!! He's hilarious and he's got some wonderful stories to share. Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can s…

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124 - Average Rules 56:37

2M ago56:37

56:37

Can you believe it? We cant! We've already made it to our season 1 finale! Today, we're talking about episode 124, "Average Rules." After a fabulous game of 'An Answer, Not a History,' we dive in. Lots of deleted scenes, every detail of Sue's heroic moment, and some wrap up questions from fans. Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening…

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Eps 25: All Things Acting Career with SKS Coach and Actor Angela Fornero 44:09

2M ago44:09

44:09

Today we have on acting coach extraordinaire, the woman you want to be in a Career Corner with, and accomplished actor/writer/producer/ray of sunshine Angela Fornero. A seasoned actress and business-minded coach, we dive into her journey in the acting industry. Angela shares her extensive experience, from growing up in Los Angeles to becoming an in…

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123 - Signals (w/ Paul Hipp) 50:50

2M ago50:50

50:50

Los Angeles has been hit hard by wildfires this week, but we have a fantastic guest to lift our spirits! Paul Hipp, aka Reverend Tim Tom, joins us with his guitar (the one from the show!) to discuss episode 123, "Signals." He shares insights into writing Tim Tom's songs and his heartfelt relationship with Sue, all with the chaotic energy of Vicky L…

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122 - Mother's Day 54:38

3M ago54:38

54:38

Season 1 is packed with iconic moments, and episode 122, "Mother's Day," is no exception. Today, Eden and Brock recap this infamous episode, featuring the inflatable foot bath! We also reached out to writer, Jana Hunter, who shares fun insights, including the inspiration behind Pat Spence and the idea for the horrific Mother's Day gift. Plus, we re…

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121 - Worry Duty 53:21

3M ago53:21

53:21

Brock's stomach is in knots. He's worried sick about getting replaced, but Eden assures him that will never happen. In today’s recap of episode 121, "Worry Duty," we dive into fun details: Eden shares the original shooting script, revealing cuts from the episode, we get our first look at the Friends Fountain, and discuss stunt doubles. Plus, we rea…

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120 - TV or Not TV (w/ Beau Wirick & John Gammon) 57:47

3M ago57:47

57:47

Regis and Kelly? No, Beau and Brock. This week, Eden's working on the other side of the world, so Beau Wirick (aka Sean Donahue) is filling in as co-host! And fellow Boss-Co founder and Sue's almost husband John Gammon (aka Darrin) helps us break down the episode. They share stories about Beau and John mistakenly having lunch on the wrong set, Atti…

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119 - The Final Four (w/ Alex Reid) 1:03:30

3M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Today’s packed episode! Eden shares what's in her fanny pack, we read listener comments, and chat with our guest, Alex Reid (Malcolm in the Middle, Young Sheldon). A writer and director during our first two seasons of The Middle, Alex offers behind-the-scenes insights as we break down episode 119, "The Final Four." Want bonus content? Go to Patreon…

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Eps 24 Leonard Wu: From Peking Opera to Hollywood and Beyond – A Journey Through Acting and Cultural Identity 42:41

4M ago42:41

42:41

How do you enjoy the journey of being an actor? How do you stand up for yourself on set? How do you find your actor niche? Leonard Wu comes on the podcast to reunite with his former acting classmate Colleen Foy to talk about his journey and everything that he has experienced. From ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ to ‘Ghost of Tsushima’ and ‘American Born Chinese’,…

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Middling w/ Neil Flynn 56:56

4M ago56:56

56:56

He's tall, he's funny, he's offended Patricia Heaton was on the podcast before him. Please welcome Mike Heck himself, Neil Flynn! Eden and Brock sit down with your favorite TV dad to discuss his journey to LA, finding his place in the improv community, and his casting experience. Plus, Neil shares the times he had to stand up for Mike and push for …

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118 - The Fun House (w/ Brock's Mom) 58:09

4M ago58:09

58:09

Tears, passing out, and coming to. No, this isn't us talking about a wild night out at the club. Those are all things that happened to Brock's mom, Priscilla Ciarlelli, during her first table read. We're joined by Priscilla as she helps us break down episode 118, "The Fun House." Plus, Eden and Brock discuss unacceptable 'back of the plane' behavio…

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Eps 23: Chelsey Crisp on Becoming a Series Regular on ‘Fresh Off the Boat’, Comedy, and How the Pursuit of Acting Has Changed 51:15

4M ago51:15

51:15

We’ve all felt how the acting industry has changed over the last few years. Even more than before, our individual journeys as actors show how there is no right path. This week, we are joined by ‘Fresh Off the Boat’ star Chelsey Crisp. Chelsey shares how a co-star role that she almost turned down, led her to her first series regular role on a hit sh…

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117 - The Break Up 55:05

4M ago55:05

55:05

Get cozy, it's just us today! Today, we hit everything before we even get to the recap: 1st break ups, horrible Broadway audition stories, and Survivor. Then, we break down episode 117, "The Break Up." Eden sheds light on how her and Atticus' scenes were filmed, Brock fawns over the Mike and Axl 1-shot scene, and we both notice the intentional echo…

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116 - The Bee (w/ Aaron Branch) 54:21

4M ago54:21

54:21

We'll see you Sunday for our LIVE WATCH with Lyndon Smith who played Holly Haypek, Sue's roommate from hell! November 24th at a new time, 2pm EST / 5pm EST! Make sure you're signed up on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. Lots of fun things going on today! Before we breakdown episode 116, "The Bee," Brock tells Eden about his time on Doctor Odyssey and Eden …

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Eps 22: Tiffany Daniels: From Dancing to being a Laker Girl to Hollywood Star on all your favorite shows 40:44

5M ago40:44

40:44

Tiffany Daniels discusses her multifaceted career in the entertainment industry with host Colleen. Known for her role in 'That Girl Lele,' Tiffany shares insights on her early career, including her prestigious year-long scholarship at the Edge Performing Arts Center and the challenges she faced balancing rigorous training with a full-time job. She …

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115 - Valentine's Day (w/ Randy Ser) 1:02:10

5M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Our next Live Watch is set for Sunday, November 24th at a new time! 2pm EST / 5pm EST! Today, we break down episode 115, "Valentine's Day," discussing the mysterious residents of our sound stages, the film icon Sue's eyeshadow reminded Brock of, and John Gammon's memorable debut as Darrin. (Hint: it's his hot, hot bod!) Plus, we chat with our produ…

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114 - The Yelling 42:31

5M ago42:31

42:31

Frankie wanted to yell at the kids -- Brock wanted to yell at Kevin from Honda of Downtown Los Angeles. After a surprise cameo from Jeff Probst, courtesy of Brock’s shirt, we dive into episode 114, "The Yelling." Eden gives us some incredible insight to Chris Kattan's stunt double, they story of her baton getting stuck in the partition, and Brock p…

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Eps 21: Emmy award winning, Kate Mansi on Trusting Your Acting Journey 52:45

5M ago52:45

52:45

There is no “one path” to becoming a working actor. No one knows that better than Kate Mansi, who transitioned from having a dance scholarship to pursuing acting at Pepperdine University. She walks us through how her life changed when she found her passion and what she did to take care of herself as she pursued her dream. From the ups and downs tha…

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113 - The Interview (w/ Ken Whittingham) 1:07:51

5M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

When was the last time you sat on the bathroom floor, watched The Middle on your phone, applied eyeliner, and had some Mommy and Me time -- all at the same time? For Eden, it was just 20 minutes ago. Today, we discuss episode 113, "The Interview," covering Sue's braces, Atticus' party trick that made it to screen, and whether Bob has a crush on Fra…

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112 - The Neighbor (w/ Blaine Saunders) 56:25

5M ago56:25

56:25

Our next live watch is THIS SUNDAY! We'll have costumes, trivia, and wigs. Oct. 27th @3pm PST / 6pm EST. Make sure you're signed up for the Ehlert's Exclusive Tier on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod to get access! This week, we get Eden's hot takes on all things pop culture. And you're gonna wanna hear what she thinks of Patti LuPone calling Madonna a movi…

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Middling w/ Creators and Showrunners, Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline 46:45

6M ago46:45

46:45

They're smart. They're funny. They're basically married. This week, we pause our usual rewatch programming for an in-depth interview with Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, the creators and showrunners of The Middle. Eileen and DeAnn share delicious details about the series, including lessons learned from the first unsuccessful pilot, their partnersh…

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Eps 20: Rachel Bloom: From Viral Video to “Crazy Ex Girlfriend”, “Reboot”, “Frasier”, and her Netflix Special, Death Let Me Do My Job 39:08

6M ago39:08

39:08

Who knew that wanting to f*** Ray Bradbury would get you into Hollywood’s most coveted rooms? A Tisch graduate, actor and writer Rachel Bloom shares her journey in the entertainment industry, reflecting on her early career milestones, including how she got her SAG card through various voiceover and commercial gigs. She and Colleen talk about transi…

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111 - The Jeans (w/ Jana Hunter) 57:27

6M ago57:27

57:27

Starting next week, you can purchase individual episodes on Patreon for $3! If a monthly subscription doesn’t suit you at the moment, this lets you buy extended, one-off episodes. This feature launches Oct. 16th, 2024 on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. Grab your favorite pair of well-worn jeans and press play! This week, Eden and Brock recap episode 111, …

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Eps 19 From Detroit to LA: Gabe Gibbs' Journey from Stage to Screen 38:19

6M ago38:19

38:19

In this episode, Gabe Gibbs discusses his path from Detroit to Los Angeles, starting with a successful end to his college career at Emerson. We talk about how Gabe booked a Subway commercial and a small movie role in the same week, which motivated him to move to LA. He shares experiences from his three years performing in 'The Book of Mormon,' the …

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110 - Christmas (w/ Julia Caston) 49:58

6M ago49:58

49:58

Christmas has come early! Eden and Brock recap episode 110, “Christmas,” discussing how Brad’s storyline wraps up and then answer a fan question about how they spent their first Middle paycheck. And costume designer, Julia Caston, joins the chat. She shares behind-the-scenes insights on dressing your favorite family from Orson. All that and much mo…

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109 - Siblings (w/ Beau Wirick) 1:00:09

6M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Our Live Watch Party with Daniela Bobadilla is THIS SUNDAY, Sept. 29th, 3pm PST / 6pm EST!! Eden and Brock share favorite sibling memories, from Parent Trap-style ear piercings to dressing up as Baby Spice. While discussing Episode 109, "Siblings," they uncover an Easter egg about the Wrestlerettes. Plus, they chat with Beau Wirick (Sean Donahue), …

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Eps 18: Christine Ko (Dave, Handmaid's Tale) 1:02:24

6M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

This week we sit down with SKS alum, actor Christine Ko. She walks us through her entire career. From moving to LA not even knowing what an audition is, to booking her first series regular role on a multi-cam sitcom. She tells us how SKS changed her life and set her career in motion, how drawing penises helped her book a lead role on the FX hit ser…

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108 - Thanksgiving (w/ Vijal Patel) 1:03:09

6M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th with Daniela Bobadilla at 3pm PST / 6pm EST! Mark your calendars! Eden and Brock recap Brad's first episode, Thanksgiving. During their discussion, they talk about Brock's own personal coming out experience and how he relates it to Brad. Eden also lets the audience know which scene from th…

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107 - The Scratch (w/ Vicki Lewis) 46:14

7M ago46:14

46:14

Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th! Mark your calendars - more details to come! Today, Eden and Brock talk all about episode 107, The Scratch! They get into Bob and Ehlert's first solo-storyline, how this episode resonated with Eden's fear of being a good mom, and Brock's love of the hot cop with no lines. Plus, a wildly ch…

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Eps 17: Raymond Lee (Actor - Quantum Leap, Top Gun: Maverick) 57:03

7M ago57:03

57:03

The first episode of season 2 is here!! This week we talk to actor and SKS alum Raymond Lee. He walks us through his entire career, from moving to LA, getting his SAG card, the importance of a strong actor community (which he found at SKS!), booking his first series regular role, working with Tom Cruise on Top Gun, and his incredible experience as …

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106 - The Front Door (w/ Joey Newman) 45:40

7M ago45:40

45:40

There's a lot of love in today's episode. Eden loves Zelda, and Brock loves Joey Newman. In our breakdown of 106, The Front Door, Eden and Brock share their thoughts on musical motifs, the evolution of Mike and Axl... and gaming? Joey Newman, the music composer, also offers unique insight on his addition to The Middle's comedy. Plus, instead of ans…

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105 - The Block Party (w/ Jen Ray) 52:02

7M ago52:02

52:02

In today's episode, Eden doubles over in laugher as Brock dies from embarrassment as he recounts his audition for SNL. Additionally, a fan "pulls us in for a chat, babes" as they as ask what Eden and Brock's favorite TV shows are. But before all of this, there's a wonderful breakdown of "The Block Party" and a sparking conversation with Jen Ray, AK…

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104 - The Trip (w/ Lee Shallat Chemel) 48:20

7M ago48:20

48:20

Big announcement! For our Ehlert's members, our first live watch party is happening on Sunday, August 25th at 3pm PST / 6pm EST with special guest, Jessica Marie Garcia (aka Becky from the Wrestlerettes)! If you want an opportunity to be paired with Eden or Jess for our game... pay close attention to this podcast episode. And we'll see you there! B…

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103 - The Floating Anniversary (w/ Peter Breitmayer) 46:21

8M ago46:21

46:21

Big announcement! Our first live watch party is happening on Sunday, August 25th at 3pm PST / 6pm EST with special guest, Jessica Marie Garcia (aka Becky from the Wrestlerettes)! As we recap episode 103, The Floating Anniversary, Eden talks about the gift she gave Neil Flynn that ended up being the inspiration of a future episode of The Middle and …

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102 - The Cheerleader (w/ G. Charles Wright) 46:43

8M ago46:43

46:43

It's a big debate that has ripped our country in two. Do you call it 'soda' or 'pop?' Eden and Brock get candid and share what side of the line they fall on during this week's recap of episode 102, The Cheerleader. Plus they talk to the casting director, G. Charles Wright, who dives into the casting process of your favorite fictional family. But no…

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0 - "Let's Get to Middling" 51:58

8M ago51:58

51:58

Welcome to "Middling with Eden and Brock!" In this special first episode, Eden and Brock discuss their spinoff for ABC, Sue Sue in the City, and share their casting stories for The Middle. Spoiler: Eden's involved fake braces; and Brock's included a trip to Target for clean underwear. All that and much more, so let's get to Middling! Email us your …

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101 - Pilot (w/ Patricia Heaton) 1:06:44

8M ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Brock and Eden review the pilot of The Middle. After a catch up between friends, they dive into The Middle Minutes, AKA fast facts about the pilot. And when breaking down the episode where Eden reflects on the genesis of the Sue squeal and Brock notices stylistic choices that didn't keep. Plus, Eden and Brock interview the star of The Middle and Am…

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Trailer 2:19

9M ago2:19

2:19

Join us on July 31st for the premiere of "Middling with Eden and Brock!" Eden Sher and Brock Ciarlelli, known as Sue Heck and Brad Bottig from "The Middle," will rewatch your favorite series. Each week they're sharing behind-the-scenes stories, interviewing special guests, and much more as they revisit the show that sparked their real-life friendsh…

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Eps 16: Kimberly and Brant Daugherty (Actors, Screenwriters, Producers) 59:38

1+ y ago59:38

59:38

This week we talk with Hollywood power couple and writing team, Kimberly and Brant Daugherty. Just in time for the holiday season, we chat all about how they went from dating, to writing partners, how they sold and starred in their first Christmas movie (A Christmas Movie Christmas), what inspired their latest Hallmark Christmas hit (Joyeux Noel), …

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Eps 15: Dani Scott (Producer, Actress) 1:01:18

1+ y ago1:01:18

1:01:18

This week we talk with a woman who wears soooo many hats, and does it seamlessly. Dani Scott is an actress and producer currently working with Redacted Media. She lives for falling in love with new characters and complex stories, all with the goal of being a go-to comedic actress and award winning filmmaker. She has produced and starred in two feat…

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