In this episode, Barry Katz interviews film and television producer/director Michael Pressman ("Law & Order," "Picket Fences," "Elementary") who shares his experience as a child actor in the theater world, his early success as a director and working with Richard Pryor on "Some Kind of Hero." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 06, 2019•50 min
In this second episode, Star Search winner and comedian Tracey MacDonald tells Barry about her battle against breast cancer, the emotional and physical struggles that came with it and how she keeps working, keep going on stage and keep writing jokes for a new special. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
May 02, 2019•51 min
Barry sits down with Tracey MacDonald for a funny and emotional interview where they discuss her career, her success on Star Search with Arsenio Hall and her battle against breast cancer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 29, 2019•44 min
In this second episode, Barry Katz and Jay Mohr talk about Jay's family, his childhood and the people he has worked with from Clint Eastwood to Tom Cruise and Eddie Murphy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 25, 2019•55 min
Barry Katz sits down with his client of 25 years, superstar comedian Jay Mohr, to talk about their relationship, tell some jokes and discuss Jay's upbringing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 22, 2019•50 min
In this episode, former Atlantic record president Jerry Greenberg shares his thoughts on legendary artists such as Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, The Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 20, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Legendary music executive and former president of Atlantic records Jerry Greenberg sits down with Barry for an exceptional episode where he talks about working with and signing on the greatest musical artists such as Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Michael Jackson, Foreigner, The Rolling Stones and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 16, 2019•1 hr 7 min
In this episode, the brothers talk to Barry about John's rise to fame, the difficulties he faced negotiating his contract, and how Jimmy's talent brought him to work with Amy Poehler. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 12, 2019•1 hr 31 min
Comedian John DiResta and his brother, designer and producer Jimmy DiResta, sit down with Barry to talk about their beginnings, Jimmy's early interest in design and John's career in the New York police force before they got their first show on television: "Trash to Cash" on FX. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 09, 2019•1 hr 41 min
In this second episode, Dr. Phil tells Barry about the beginning of his very own show, Oprah Winfrey's support, and the way he balances his professional and personal life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 04, 2019•45 min
In this episode, Barry sits down with Dr. Phil to talk about his humble beginnings from being homeless and dealing with an alcoholic father to his first encounter with Oprah Winfrey and his subsequent first ever television appearance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Apr 01, 2019•50 min
OWEN SMITH has performed stand-up on Conan and Colbert. He’s a regular at the Comedy Store Hollywood and Comedy Cellar in New York. He created an underground buzz in the comedy world when he shot his hour special “Good Luck Everybody” entirely on ten iPhones then retuned them the next day and got all his money back. Owen is also a sought after writer. His writing credits include: ABC’s "Black•ish," "Survivor’s Remorse" (Starz), "The Arsenio Hall Show," "Whitney" (NBC), "Deon Cole’s Black Box" (T...
Mar 29, 2019•1 hr 15 min
OWEN SMITH has performed stand-up on Conan and Colbert. He’s a regular at the Comedy Store Hollywood and Comedy Cellar in New York. He created an underground buzz in the comedy world when he shot his hour special “Good Luck Everybody” entirely on ten iPhones then retuned them the next day and got all his money back. Owen is also a sought after writer. His writing credits include: ABC’s "Black•ish," "Survivor’s Remorse" (Starz), "The Arsenio Hall Show," "Whitney" (NBC), "Deon Cole’s Black Box" (T...
Mar 25, 2019•56 min
BILL HILARY is one of the most influential executives and network presidents in the entertainment business. Hilary has been the CEO of BBC America, the president of FUSEtv, and the general manager and executive vice president of Comedy Central. During his time at Comedy Central, he was responsible for iconic shows such as "South Park," "The Office" or "Chappelle's Show." He is presently the president of Moment 2 Moment Entertainment. In this episode, Barry and Bill talk about the creation of "Ch...
Mar 22, 2019•59 min
BILL HILARY is one of the most influential executives and network presidents in the entertainment business. Hilary has been the CEO of BBC America, the president of FUSEtv, and the general manager and executive vice president of Comedy Central. During his time at Comedy Central, he was responsible for iconic shows such as "South Park," "The Office" or "Chappelle's Show." He is presently the president of Moment 2 Moment Entertainment. In this episode, Barry and Bill discuss working in Ireland dur...
Mar 19, 2019•54 min
STEVE SWEENEY is a comedian and actor known for "Back to School," "Me, Myself & Irene" and "The Equalizer." He is a legendary Boston comedian known as a master of dialects and character voices. He has been a featured on major television shows including "David Letterman," "Evening at the Improv," "Comics Come Home," and Comedy Central, and starred in his own Boston-based sitcom, "Park Street Under." In this episode, Barry and Steve talk about Steve's first break and his experience working wit...
Mar 14, 2019•57 min
STEVE SWEENEY is a comedian and actor known for "Back to School," "Me, Myself & Irene" and "The Equalizer." He is a legendary Boston comedian known as a master of dialects and character voices. He has been a featured on major television shows including "David Letterman," "Evening at the Improv," "Comics Come Home," and Comedy Central, and starred in his own Boston-based sitcom, "Park Street Under." In this episode, Barry and Steve exchange stories from the past and talk about growing up and ...
Mar 12, 2019•59 min
SUKHINDER SINGH CASSIDY is a technology executive and entrepreneur. She has worked at the biggest of most successful companies in the world including Google, Amazon and News Corp, Yodlee (YODL), and Polyvore. In 2011, she founded JOYUS, the video shopping platform for women, and served as CEO then Chairman until 2017. She is also the founder of theBoardlist and is currently the president of StubHub See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...
Mar 08, 2019•41 min
SUKHINDER SINGH CASSIDY is a technology executive and entrepreneur. She has worked at the biggest of most successful companies in the world including Google, Amazon and News Corp, Yodlee (YODL), and Polyvore. In 2011, she founded JOYUS, the video shopping platform for women, and served as CEO then Chairman until 2017. She is also the founder of theBoardlist and is currently the president of StubHub See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com...
Mar 04, 2019•36 min
JOSH WOLF is a comedian, actor and writer who has become one of the most sought after personalities in comedy today. From adding his quick witted commentary on comedy round tables, to becoming a New York Times Bestselling Author, writing on hit television shows, and headlining stand-up comedy tours across the nation, Wolf has proved time and time again he is one of the most dynamic and multi-faceted comedians in the entertainment business. Wolf was a regular round table guest and writer on the h...
Feb 15, 2019•58 min
JOSH WOLF is a comedian, actor and writer who has become one of the most sought after personalities in comedy today. From adding his quick witted commentary on comedy round tables, to becoming a New York Times Bestselling Author, writing on hit television shows, and headlining stand-up comedy tours across the nation, Wolf has proved time and time again he is one of the most dynamic and multi-faceted comedians in the entertainment business. Wolf was a regular round table guest and writer on the h...
Feb 11, 2019•1 hr 3 min
LAURA CLERY became a famous social media person due to her short comic videos she posted on Facebook and Instagram. On moving forward to her stardom, the internet comedian starred in “The Laura Clery Project,” her very own sketch series launched on Snapchat Discover and also available on Comedy Central. Her following on Instagram exceeds 1.4 million people and on Facebook accounts to 3.7 million subscribers. She also co-hosts the Laura Clery Podcast with her husband Stephen Hilton. See Privacy P...
Feb 08, 2019•1 hr 9 min
LAURA CLERY became a famous social media person due to her short comic videos she posted on Facebook and Instagram. On moving forward to her stardom, the internet comedian starred in “The Laura Clery Project,” her very own sketch series launched on Snapchat Discover and also available on Comedy Central. Her following on Instagram exceeds 1.4 million people and on Facebook accounts to 3.7 million subscribers. She also co-hosts the Laura Clery Podcast with her husband Stephen Hilton. See Privacy P...
Feb 05, 2019•58 min
NICKY HILTON ROTHSCHILD is an American businesswoman, socialite, model and fashion designer. She is a member of the Hilton family by birth, and a member of the Rothschild family through her marriage to James Rothschild. In 2004, Hilton launched her own fashion line and she has also designed jewellery, handbags and other accessories over the years. REBECCA MINKOFF is an industry leader who is the creator and owner of a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry and acc...
Feb 01, 2019•58 min
NICKY HILTON ROTHSCHILD is an American businesswoman, socialite, model and fashion designer. She is a member of the Hilton family by birth, and a member of the Rothschild family through her marriage to James Rothschild. In 2004, Hilton launched her own fashion line and she has also designed jewellery, handbags and other accessories over the years. REBECCA MINKOFF is an industry leader who is the creator and owner of a global brand with a wide range of apparel, handbags, footwear, jewelry and acc...
Jan 31, 2019•55 min
ESTEE ADORAM has been the booker and gatekeeper of the legendary Comedy Cellar club in New York for over 30 years. She is also responsible for its sister club, The Village Underground, as well as The Fat Black Pussycat and The Las Vegas Comedy Cellar. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 18, 2019•48 min
ESTEE ADORAM has been the booker and gatekeeper of the legendary Comedy Cellar club in New York for over 30 years. She is also responsible for its sister club, The Village Underground, as well as The Fat Black Pussycat and The Las Vegas Comedy Cellar. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 14, 2019•45 min
GREG GARCIA is an American television director, producer and writer. He is the creator/executive producer of several long-running sitcoms, including "Yes, Dear," "My Name Is Earl," "The Guest Book," currently on TBS, and "Raising Hope." He has also worked on the series "Family Matters" and as a consulting producer on "Family Guy." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 04, 2019•1 hr 18 min
GREG GARCIA is an American television director, producer and writer. He is the creator/executive producer of several long-running sitcoms, including "Yes, Dear," "My Name Is Earl," "The Guest Book," currently on TBS, and "Raising Hope." He has also worked on the series "Family Matters" and as a consulting producer on "Family Guy." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 31, 2018•1 hr 2 min
BEST OF 2018 (Part 2 of 2) featuring: Bill Burr, Gary Spivey, Pauly Shore, Jay Ferguson, Melissa Villasenor, Adam Ray, Hernan Lopez, Bob Saget, Leah Thompson, Tony Rock, Bill Blumenreich, Jeffrey Ross, Stephan Brogren, Garfunkel & Oates, Erik Griffin, Gary Busey, Todd Glass, Jeremy Piven, Big Jay Oakerson and Chuck Lorre. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dec 28, 2018•1 hr 4 min