Investigative reporter Maya Lau wants to level the playing field of salaries with “Other People’s Pockets”. Find out more in a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Maya Lau: We’re joined on the Starline by a former investigative reporter for the LA & Shreveport Times and The Advocate. She’s creator, host and executive producer for the podcast trying to level the playing field of “Other People’s Pockets. We welcome Maya Lau. Maya, let’s go Beyond the Mic. How did this project come together? From...
Mar 26, 2023•7 min
“Wizard of Oz” historian Ryan Jay loved the Oscars this year, wanted Spirited to win the Best Film award if “Everything, Everywhere…” couldn’t win it and never sat in the Jenny Jones audience for work. Time for a quick Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Ryan Jay: We’re joined on the Starline by a critic, producer and fan of theater and the arts. You’ve seen his work in US Weekly, Bravo, Showtime, MTV, VH1 among other places. He’s a Wizard of Oz historian. We welcome movie critic Ryan Jay. Ryan, l...
Mar 20, 2023•6 min
How has Hollywood changed for the better and the worse? Actress Tina Cole from “Hawaiian Eye” and “My Three Sons” discusses it and her memoir “My Three Lives” Beyond the Mic. Welcome Tina: We’re joined on the Starline by a singer, actress and mother. You’ve seen her on My Three Sons and Hawaiian Eye. Her book “My Three Lives” gives a behind the scenes look at Hollywood, through the eye of someone who spent her life fighting one challenge after another, but always found the opportunity jumping in...
Mar 20, 2023•15 min
He loves the rocking of the bus, scrambled eggs because it’s more labor intensive and wants you to read “TV Inside-Out: Flukes, Flakes, Feuds and Felonies” Randy West from the “Wheel of Fortune-Live” national tour and much more takes a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Randy: We’re joined on the Starline by a man whose name you might not know. Ah but his voice, you’d know that voice. He’s a radio and TV personality, author, announcer and the 1st champion to be retired from "Press Your Luck". His...
Mar 16, 2023•8 min
Karla-Simone is addicted to potatoes, Sara used to rock some killer stilettos and they both want you to watch “The Confessions of Frannie Langton” on BritBox. Karla-Simone Spence, Sara Collins take a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Karla-Simone and Sara: We’re joined on the Starline by two parts of an upcoming murder mystery series on Britbox. One a talented actress seen in Blue Story and Wannabe, the other the Jamaican born lawyer, author and creator of “The Confessions of Frannie Langton”. W...
Mar 15, 2023•10 min
She loves GNR, Firebirds and your local drive-in. Watch her film “Back to the Drive-In” and listen to her take a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome April Wright: We’re joined on the Starline by a writer, director, award-winning filmmaker, and narrative programmer. Her latest project took her on a trip of human resiliency to eleven family-owned drive-ins during the pandemic to create “Back to the Drive-In”. We welcome the talented April Wright. April, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve been a fan of ...
Mar 13, 2023•9 min
Reena Friedman Watts give her heart freely and has been betrayed often. The pandemic gave the busy Hollywood behind the scenes superstar a chance to give her kids the best gift in the world. Co-host of the Better Call Daddy podcast goes Beyond the Mic. Welcome Reena We’re joined on the Starline by a woman who used to hear the chant “Jerry, Jerry” at work. A well-timed one-liner once got her a job. Reena’s on a mission to take risks, not know a stranger, and didn’t want a co-host to back out on h...
Mar 12, 2023•34 min
Crackle, Redbox and Chicken Soup for the Soul’s Senior Director of Communications Chris Woolsey came to talk content but then as usual ended up going Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon. Welcome Chris: We’re joined on the Starline by an alumnus of Sacramento State. He’s an author, actor, writer and producer. Now senior director of communications for Crackle Plus we welcome Chris Woolsey. Chris, let’s go Beyond the Mic. When you were in school at Sac State, did you ever think your degree in environme...
Mar 06, 2023•25 min
During the pandemic, Katie performed the Lion King in her kitchen while Guillermo did a radio play. Together they are “Unpacking the Toolbox” the podcast. Former “Scandal” stars Katie Lowes, Guillermo Diaz take a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Katie & Guillermo We’re joined on the Starline by a pair of former co-stars and real life BFF’s. The gladiators have returned to watch Scandal, reliving moments, telling us behind the scene stories and more in the Apple Podcasts #1 new podcast “Unpa...
Mar 05, 2023•9 min
Director Matthew Bauer and James Bond Junior stop by to discuss “The Other Fellow”. A film about men named James Bond. It isn’t always pleasant being named Bond. Time for a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Matthew and James: We’re joined on the Starline by director of the documentary “The Other Fellow” the previously untold story of people actually named James Bond. We welcome Matthew Bauer and one of the James Bond's himself, James Bond Junior. Matthew, James, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Matthew,...
Mar 04, 2023•8 min
Her sweet tooth needs sea salt, loves Rapunzel and wants you to watch “Sweet on You” on UPtv. Time for a Beyond the Mic Short Cut with Haylie Duff. Welcome Haylie: We’re joined on the Starline by actress, singer, songwriter and most importantly mom. You’ve seen her on Napoleon Dynamite, 7th Heaven & her latest TV movie is “Sweet on You” we welcome Haylie Duff. Haylie, let’s go Beyond the Mic. The idea for “Sweet on You” was yours. When you saw the final cut, did your idea come to life the wa...
Mar 02, 2023•8 min
He wants to pour out his soul with John Legend, would love to perform in the Billy Joel musical and plays Adele on the piano when he’s sad. Playing Warner in “Legally Blonde the Musical” James Oblak goes Beyond the Mic. Welcome James: We’re joined on the Starline by actor, model, singer, and musician. You may have seen him in Scorned or Frienemies on ID Discovery. Currently on tour with the Legally Blonde musical. Allegedly only eats biscuits & gravy with iced coffee, we welcome James Oblak....
Feb 27, 2023•26 min
Author of “Warrior” Lisa Guerrero believes the world needs more empathy, last watched “This is Paris” and takes a couple of minutes for a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Welcome Lisa We’re joined on the Starline by author, journalist and winner of over 35 national journalist awards. She’s a former NFL cheerleader, sportscaster and brave soul. Her struggles are displayed, one humiliating moment after another in her book the powerful “Warrior”. We welcome Lisa Guerrero. Lisa, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Ev...
Feb 27, 2023•6 min
Welcome Tracey Moore & Joe Morton: We’re joined on the Starline by the stars of an innovative, interactive interview show like no other. One is a celebrity acting coach, casting director and director. The other is a talented actor of stage, film and TV. We welcome co-hosts of Crackle’s “Inside the Black Box” Tracey Moore and Joe Morton. Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “Inside the Black Box” takes the rules of a traditional interview show and breaks every one of them. It’s not about you two...
Feb 19, 2023•28 min
Welcome Devin We’re joined on the Starline by bestselling author, award winning entrepreneur and celebrity chef for a decade on The Biggest Loser. However the best title in her arsenal is proud foster mom. Her latest book is an effort to help children love veggies in “The Land of Secret Superpowers: Vegetables”. We welcome Chef Devin Alexander. Devin, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You daughter is all over your social media, cooking, and you’ve had her even using veggies as teething devices. Why was g...
Feb 18, 2023•8 min
Welcome George We’re joined on the Starline by a guitarist, singer / songwriter who has sung with “The Lonely Heartstring Band” & “The Clements Brothers”. His latest labor of love is “The Simon & Garfunkel Story” playing Paul Simon on tour right now. We welcome George Clements. George, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You studied at Berklee College of Music where you were a part of the American Roots Music program. What is American Roots music to you? What influence has roots had on your career?...
Feb 14, 2023•19 min
Welcome Laura We’re joined on the Starline by sex coach to the stars, author and a friend of the program. She has sold more than 2 million copies of her book “101 Nights of Great Sex” and her appearance today sadly will be her last for this book. We welcome author of a great Valentine’s Day present Laura Corn. Laura, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Love is complicated, but after 30 years of perfecting your craft, you have the perfect gift for Valentine’s Day. Why is it perfect for the one you love? The...
Feb 12, 2023•20 min
Welcome Kathleen We’re joined on the Starline by a director, writer and producer. Her latest film is “Mixtape Trilogy” on the unique relationship between musicians and their fans. We welcome Kathleen Ermitage. Kathleen, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Musicians are unusual people, with their own darkness and pains inside them. Fans think they know the artists. How did the writing and producing of this film change the way you see music? So, who are the artists / bands that you are fans of and how has th...
Feb 12, 2023•8 min
Welcome Anita: We’re joined on the Starline by award-winning science writer of “In Praise of Poison Ivy”, “The Teeth of the Lion”, “Itch” and many more. Her latest book is “Meltdown: Discover Earth’s Irreplaceable Glaciers and Learn What You Can Do to Save Them.” We welcome Anita Sanchez. Anita, let’s go Beyond the Mic. In “Meltdown”, you talk about the current issues with glaciers and what a world without glaciers would look like. Why was this topic important to you? How do tackle such a politi...
Feb 12, 2023•10 min
Welcome Sailor: We’re joined on the Starline by a model, photographer, mental health advocate & body image activist. She’s an ambassador & creative director for Sacred + Divine. We welcome Sailor Brinkley-Cook. Sailor, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Every product at Sacred + Divine has intent and purpose at its core. But how did you discover solutions for self-care especially through the difficulties of the pandemic? You have dealt with anxiety yourself. Why is self-care the hardest thing in t...
Feb 07, 2023•9 min
Welcome Samantha: We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, bestselling author, certified health coach, fitness trainer and in her spare time Emmy award winning host. Her latest project is Tug of Words on the Game Show Network. We welcome Samantha Harris. Samantha, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You’ve danced with the stars and co-anchor Entertainment Tonight, why does Tug of Words intrigue you? So which words trip more people up, the three letter, four letter or larger words? You have so much energy ...
Feb 05, 2023•7 min
Welcome Alex We’re joined on the Starline by a lawyer, writer, and amateur painter. We now add author to her resume as she has released her debut novel which was almost called "Memento Mori", look for it in book stores as “What Meets the Eye”. We welcome Alex Kenna. Alex, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Lawyer during the day, mom, painter at night. Where was the origins of “What Meets the Eye”? As a prosecutor, you have the story that you want to tell a jury, you set it up in your opening statement, br...
Feb 02, 2023•26 min
Karen MacNeil enjoys triple crème cheese from France with wine, would love Nicole Kidman to play her in a movie and once enjoyed an 89 cent Bulgarian Red. Author of “The Wine Bible” stops by for a quick Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac ...
Jan 28, 2023•9 min
Dan Rosensweig from Crackle’s “Going From Broke” discusses the ONE step even if you fail which moved your further on in life and more in this Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp...
Jan 25, 2023•9 min
Director of “Fire of Love” Sara Dosa loves the lupine, relaxing in her parent’s living room or in Iceland. She discusses Katia and Maurice Krafft’s story in this Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-p...
Jan 23, 2023•9 min
Author Samantha Cole would pay full price for close up tickets to see Paramore, and biking in Prospect Park. Her book is “How Sex Changed the Internet and the Internet Changed Sex”. Time for a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://...
Jan 23, 2023•9 min
Nutritional consultant Dr. Mike Roussell likes pistachios on rice, hates pomegranates and rucked six miles in New York. Time for a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp...
Jan 23, 2023•8 min
Author Rebecca Sheir from “The Great Ballgame” and host of the Circle Round Podcast on storytelling & more in a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp
Jan 22, 2023•7 min
She loves audio books, helping kids love the theater and wants to play the Dowager Countess. Catch Mary Beth Webber as she portrays the Matchmaker in Fiddler on the Roof at the Buddy Holly Hall. Time to go Beyond the Mic. Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https...
Jan 22, 2023•20 min
Nick Pope loves vacationing in Tucson. Jack Reacher books are a guilty pleasure. He wants you to see Ancient Aliens Live on Tour. Let's take a Beyond the Mic Short Cut Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon is the conversation series where actors, artists, authors, and more go deeper than a traditional interview. They go “Beyond the Mic”. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp...
Jan 18, 2023•8 min
