This is it! The final episode of the first season! It’s been an amazing ride. We have highlighted over 35 organizations changing the world for the better and shared the mic with some amazing celebrity guests that are doing their part to spread the world. Today’s episode of Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything features Executive Director of SixDegrees.org Stacy Huston and Kevin talking about total eclipses (not of the heart), the legacy Kevin inherited from his mom and his real feelings on the game that s...
Apr 04, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this season's penultimate episode, Kevin is joined by interior designer to the stars, Bobby Berk. Kevin learns a thing or two about how a space can affect the self before they take a more serious turn in welcoming Julian Adams, CEO and president of Stand Up To Cancer. Bobby shares his personal experiences with cancer via his father and friends, while Julian shares that good news is on the horizon thanks to new and emerging technologies. To learn more and get involved with Stand Up To Cancer h...
Apr 02, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 34
This week we are welcoming inspiring actress and LGBTQ advocate Laverne Cox. In this honest and thought-provoking episode, Laverne shares her journey to becoming the first transgender woman nominated for a Primetime Emmy. She and Kevin then welcome guest Chase Strangio, Deputy Director for Transgender Justice at the ACLU as he shares the urgent issues facing trans rights and how people get help to protect them. To learn more and get involved with the ACLU and their fight for trans rights, head t...
Mar 26, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 33
A master of mind and medicine, author and alternative medicine advocate Deepak Chopra is our guest in this episode. This enlightening episode features Kevin and Deepak seeking to understand each others perspective on everything from spirituality to mental health. They are joined by Poonacha Machaiah, CEO of The Chopra Foundation as they dive into the work they are doing for at-risk youth, women, and prisoners. To learn more and get involved with TheChopraFoundation, head to TheChopraFoundation.o...
Mar 19, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 32
BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today’s episode of Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything, Kevin shares a little-known fact about the last scene of Footloose. He also waxes poetic on his love of London after a call-in from “Digsy” and then gets serious about the heart-warming work of The Special Olympics. Tune in for laughs and lots of...
Mar 14, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Gavin Rossdale is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band BUSH - and a legendary musician, Today he joins Kevin on the show for some "geeky" music talk as they chat about song writing, music, and lifting words off the page. They are then joined by Mark Barden, co-founder of Sandy Hook Promise and one of the fathers who tragically lost his child during the Sandy Hook school shooting in 2012. He highlights his work with Sandy Hook Promise and the tragedies that have been averted due to pr...
Mar 12, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Academy-Award winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis is our effervescent guest today. Join Kevin and Jamie as they talk horror film franchises, building a career in the industry, and raising family in the midst of it all. They are then joined by Sara Cunningham of Free Mom Hugs - an organization spreading love to the LGBTQ community as they discuss the vital role of mothers in the acceptance of our children. To learn more and get involved with Free Mom Hugs, head to FreeMomHugs.org . To support more i...
Mar 05, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Retired actor and earth activist Ian Somerhalder is on the show today with a new film - but it's not just any film! Tackling the issue of environmental degradation and climate change, the Common Ground Film is a powerful new project from directors Josh and Rebecca Tickell. Narrated and produced by some of the biggest names in Hollywood, Ian breaks down the importance of our soil as he and Kevin share their mutual concern for the future of our planet. This powerful episode then invites on Mia Vau...
Feb 27, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 28
BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today's episode, Kevin and Executive Director of SixDegrees.org field questions about our furry friends and if they have the power to heal us, Sir Paul McCartney, the time Stacy tried to go vegan and the importance of the arts for kids around the world. Nothing is off the table! Tune in for la...
Feb 22, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Dancing is for everyone... and in this episode Misty Copeland joins Kevin to discuss her achievement as the first black prima ballerina, her recent foray into filmmaking, and her focus on making space in the dance world for more little girls like her. They are joined by Caryn Campbell, Executive Director of The Misty Copeland Foundation as they discuss their new initiative - the Be Bold Program - an after school program aimed at making dance accessible for young children of color. To learn more ...
Feb 20, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 26
2x Super Bowl Champion Eli Manning may not play for the New York Giants anymore but he still has his coach! Coach Tom Coughlin and Eli Manning huddle up with Kevin on today's show to talk a bit of football and a lot of philanthropy. Coach shares why he started the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund and why their goal of helping families affected by cancer deeply resonates with him today. To learn more and get involved with the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund, head to TCJayFund.org . To support more initiatives like th...
Feb 13, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 25
BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today's episode, Kevin and Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org , field questions about the likelihood of a Footloose sequel, Kevin and Kyra's special recipe, and highlight a very special organization that helps ill and disabled kids find community. Nothing is off the table! Tune...
Feb 08, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Hollywood sweetheart Amanda Seyfried stops by the show to catch up with Kevin and update him on life on her farm. They chat about their mutual love of all creatures and taking care of the homestead. They are joined by Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society, a "no-kill" animal welfare organization fighting to save the lives of cats and dogs all-across America, giving pets second chances and happy homes. To learn more and get involved with Best Friends Animal Society, head to BestFriends...
Feb 06, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Hollywood's favorite funnyman and his wife are on today's episode. Seth and Lauren Rogen are a breath of fresh air as they chat with Kevin about "being directed", marriage, and what it means to be an "artist." Lauren shares her personal reason for starting Hilarity For Charity, a national non-profit on a mission to care for families impacted by Alzheimer's disease today. They are joined by Amanda Quezada - Senior Manager of Communications at HFC - to discuss the organizations pillars, taking car...
Jan 30, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 22
Kevin welcomes his old friend Rob Lowe to the show. The two life-long actors reminisce about the roles they have competed for, a life in the work, writing your first book, marriage and so much more. They are joined by Dan Nevins, a wounded warrior who fought for our country and was helped by The Wounded Warrior Project in his own transition back to civilian life. They all discuss the importance of the organization for the service men and women of our country and the responsibility we all have to...
Jan 23, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 21
A true heart-to-heart in today's episode as actress and artist Jane Seymour joins Kevin. Their conversation encompasses the breadth of Jane's storied career, her mothers experience as a prisoner of war and the ripple effects this had on Jane throughout her lifetime. Open Hearts Foundation, founded by Jane in 2017, is highlighted and they are joined by Executive Director Trena Pickford to share the truth behind the mission and what is to come. To learn more and get involved with the Open Hearts F...
Jan 16, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Wilmer Valderrama is today's guest and he calls in from his home in California to chat with Kevin about growing up as a first generation kid in Florida, his lifelong passion for philanthropic work, and why he got involved with the United Service Organizations. They are joined by Jennifer Wahlquist – Vice President, Global Entertainment, USO - as she shares the power of theater and performance for our service men and women, why she got involved with this work, and how celebrities can get involved...
Jan 09, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 19
BONUS EPISODE! The first ever "Ask Kevin Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. Nothing is off the table as Kevin shares stories about his past films, his personal life, and organizations that we weren't able to feature in this season of Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon. Tune in for laughs and lots of fun as Kevin chats with Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org To submit your own q...
Jan 04, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Funny people often overcome tragedy to bring humaneness to our everyday lives. Today's guest has done that and more! Emmy nominated comedian Patton Oswalt joins Kevin to talk about growing up as a military kid, falling in love with acting, and how they both ended up in entertainment. They are then joined by Ron Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of Alice's Kids - a non-profit focused on preserving the dignity of parents and giving kids the things they most desire though direct gifts. To learn more ...
Jan 02, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 17
Bear Grylls, the ardent explorer, joins Kevin via iPhone from an island somewhere off the coast of Wales. In this story-filled episode, Kevin shares the most adventurous thing he has ever done, his recent frequent interactions with bears (the animal) and the delicacy of "haggis" vs "scrapple". The two discuss the spirit of adventure, how one becomes a survivalist, and the importance of teaching kids how to fail. They are joined by Paul Gurney who shares why they started BecomingX and the importa...
Dec 19, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Emmy-award winning actress Rachel Brosnahan graces our ears today to highlight her work as a board member of Covenant House, a non-profit that supports youth facing homelessness and survivors of sex trafficking in 6 countries. Before they get into the philanthropic work, Rachel and Kevin dive into acting process and the joys and intimacy of the live theater. They are then joined by Bill Bedrossian, the president and CEO of Covenant House International to discuss the growing problem of unhoused y...
Dec 12, 2023•56 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Dancing With The Star's icon Maksim Chmerkovskiy joins Kevin this week to discuss the magic of dance, how Maksim became a dancer in the first place and what it was like hearing first news of the current war in Ukraine. Makshim's father joins them to highlight the efforts of Baranova 27, their mutual foundation that is focused on providing aid to families and citizens still trapped in the ongoing conflict. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more a...
Dec 05, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Happy holidays from the Bacon family! This week Kevin hosts his wife, Emmy and Golden Globe winning actress, producer, and director Kyra Sedgwick. The two discuss the question they get asked the most as a couple, diaper service in the middle of nowhere and the power of turning big feelings into bigger impact. The couple is joined by their friend Stacy Huston, who is the Executive Director of SixDegrees.Org and Executive Producer of this podcast. They discuss the origin of SixDegrees as a nonprof...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Penn Badgley joins Kevin today and opens up about the origins of his love for acting, his journey with faith and eventually finding a home within Baha'i. The two discuss his passion for giving back and are joined by Anusce Sanai, Managing Attorney for the Tahirih Justice Center, an organization dedicated to supporting immigrant survivors of gender-based violence. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get involved with the Tahirih Justice Ce...
Nov 21, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Broadway star and powerhouse vocalist Idina Menzel joins Kevin on the podcast this week. The two discuss the downside of green stage makeup, their shared goal of raising good humans, and Idina’s dream of amplifying the power of every young woman and gender-expansive youth through her organization, A BroaderWay Foundation. Executive Director Torya Beard joins the conversation to share the impact the organization is having and their dreams for the future. *Note: this interview was recorded before ...
Nov 14, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Broad City is BACK! Just kidding - but this weeks episode sees Ilana Glazer and Kevin dive deep into the delicacies of working with your best friend, the unexpected challenges that come with making a cultural hit and fighting for the future of democracy with Glazers organization Generator Collective. They are joined by her co-founder, Glennis Meagher to discuss how they are lowering the barrier to entry for Gen-Z and Millennials to engage in civic discourse. *Note: this interview was recorded be...
Nov 07, 2023•51 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this feel-good episode, comedian and New York Times best-selling author Phoebe Robinson chats with Kevin as they delve into podcasting hierarchies, the less glamorous aspects of touring, and how Phoebe's upbringing shaped her advocacy and activism. They are joined by Jennifer Lotito - President and COO of (RED) who shines a light on the (RED)ucator initiative and the ongoing battle to end AIDS. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get i...
Oct 31, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 9
This week, Kevin sits down in studio with Alyssa Milano. She talks about the beginning of her acting career on "Who's The Boss?", fame at a young age, her life-changing friendship with Ryan White and her activism in HIV awareness in the 1980s. She then shares her connection to Dawwie, a UNICEF supported Girls’ Empowerment Initiative in Egypt, that is educating young women and amplifying their voices. They are joined by Dina Heikel, a Social and Behavioral Change Officer currently working with th...
Oct 24, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Jewel joins Kevin this week and they chat about 5 hour sets, how one of her biggest hits was the first song she ever wrote, and why Jewel believes that helping the "whole child" is what will put an end to 'Misery Systems'. They are joined by Ryan Wolfington, the founder of Inspiring Children Foundation and President of Jewel Inc. who discusses how Inspiring Children is supporting physical and mental health, wellness, and job skills for young people in Las Vegas. *Note: this interview was recorde...
Oct 17, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Alex Daddario and Kevin chat about prep school etiquette, White Lotus' massive success and how young people are facing mental health challenges at an all-time high. Dr. Ariana Hoet from "On Our Sleeves" joins the show to discuss how her organization is leading the charge in children's mental health. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect. To learn more and get involved with On Our Sleeves, head to OnOurSleeves.org . To support more initiatives like this progra...
Oct 10, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 6
