Nikki Boyer and Marc Summers have collectively hosted hundreds of game shows and red carpets. Each found their careers unfolding as they dedicated their talents to impacting others. Meet Nikki Boyer - successful podcast producer and storyteller, “the female Marc Summers” when it comes to hosting odd jobs on red carpets. Marc and Nikki bond over mortality, sex and friendship - on this week’s episode. Marc Summers Unwraps is about overcoming obstacles, with new episodes every Monday. Listen to Nik...
Apr 17, 2023•51 min•Ep. 10
Meet Morgan Freeman, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Kermit the Frog and more - with renowned impressionist Josh Robert Thompson on Marc Summers Unwraps! Produced by Believe Limited . Keith Korneluk, Head of Podcasts. Jessica Richmond, Co-Creator & Producer. Program Notes: Marc Summers Unwraps Website www.marcsummersunwraps.com Youtube @marcsummersunwraps Tik Tok @marcsummersunwraps IG @marcsummersunwraps Twitter @marcsummersunwraps Linkedin @marc-sumers-unwraps...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 9
Alex Brightman shares his proud and polished prep for auditions and why he is determined to treat any chance to perform as an opportunity to “do the trick and leave”! Alex's experience with“cliche bullying”, how creative brains can be tricky, and why Alex would never call himself a “hard worker” - on this week’s episode of Marc Summers Unwraps. Produced by Believe Limited . Keith Korneluk, Head of Podcasts. Jessica Richmond, Co-Creator & Producer. Program Notes: Marc Summers Unwraps Website ...
Apr 03, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 8
Jessica Nabongo models what it looks like to follow a dream - wherever it may take you. Before becoming the first black woman to visit every country on the planet, Jessica worked for the UN and ran a travel agency. Originally from Detroit - with dual Ugandan citizenship - Jessica shares the empowering joy that comes from visiting with communities around the world. What countries are the most difficult to get to, which are the most surprising, and what does the world look like to someone who has ...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 7
Al Roker and Marc Summers reflect upon the Golden Age of local TV News, do some dangerously entertaining Rodney Dangerfield impressions, reflect upon intersectional oppression, and discuss second bananas. From years at The Today Show to arriving in living room’s across America for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, from parenthood to cancer journeys - Marc and Al discuss mentorship and share their love of food. Produced by Believe Limited . Keith Korneluk, Head of Podcasts. Jessica Richmond, Co...
Mar 20, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 6
Gabriel Iglesias’ shares his journey - from latch key kid to the sound of thousands of fans cheering him on in Dodger Stadium. As a wildly popular stand up comic, he reflects upon his early blue material, the best advice he ever received, the importance of staying grounded through the highs and lows, and prioritizing health. Plus - positive hecklers and home urinals - on Marc Summers Unwraps Gabriel Iglesias. Produced by Believe Limited . Keith Korneluk, Head of Podcasts. Jessica Richmond, Co-Cr...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 5
Before he was an Emmy-nominated actor, Mike O’Malley learned how to host game shows by working alongside Marc…. Marc and Mike are old friends from Nickelodeon's glory days of the 90’s; they forged a friendship while navigating youth programming and network pilot seasons, hosting their way into “the biz”. Marc unwraps Mike’s passion for passing down education and Mike hails Marc’s ability to pay it forward. In this episode, dive into the joys and challenges of parenthood - and mask wearing. Produ...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 4
“You have to love yourself first - and then you have to have stick-to-it-ness. You’ll never make it if you quit.” Lea DeLaria talks about looking for role models that looked like her when she was younger.. “There weren't any…It’s why I have chosen to be so out - so kids behind me can see.” From performing as the first openly gay comic on television to playing the iconic character “Big Boo” on Orange Is The New Black - Lea has defined success on her own terms. Marc Summers Unwraps is about overco...
Feb 27, 2023•57 min•Ep. 3
Back when Guy Fieri won big on Next Food Network Star, Marc Summers was hosting and helping Guy hone his skills. Guy shares: “My nickname for Marc is Obi-wan - (he) was the first one to give me advice, I had no idea how to navigate through this…” On this episode: Marc and Guy unwrap success and giving back, Guy’s bold choices and confidence in the face of failures, the “three-knuckle rule”, and a (CPOV) Culinary point-of-view that can only be classified as “Hamburger”. Produced by Believe Limite...
Feb 20, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 2
On this episode: Marc and Anthony unwrap success and healthy boundaries and recount Anthony’s TRANSFORMERS’ driver’s license test. Learn how Marc Summers and Anthony Ramos met during rehearsals for Grease in summer stock, hear about Lin Manuel’s influence on Anthony’s career, how Anthony’s teachers (and the Seinfeld Scholarship) changed Anthony’s life - plus failed auditions, lyric malfunctions, canceled shows and criticisms of colorblind casting! Produced by Believe Limited . Keith Korneluk, Pr...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Coming February 13, 2023. Marc Summers has built a remarkable career as the quintessential American television host. From “Double Dare” to “Unwrapped,” with scores of additional credits, Summers has seen and been through it all. One of the lucky few not to be pigeon-holed into one area, Summers is thrilled with the many types of programs he has been able to host, produce and create. Now he's ready to expand his hosting skills into the world of podcasts in his new show, “ Marc Summers Unwraps .” ...
Jan 17, 2023•3 min
Join beloved T.V. host Marc Summers as he “Unwraps” the stories behind some of entertainment’s heavy hitters. From Broadway to Hollywood, comedians to chefs, celebrated personalities and everyone in between - guest celebrities discuss how they learned to overcome the obstacles they faced during career growth in their respective industries on Marc Summers Unwraps . Available February 13, 2023!
Jan 13, 2023•2 min
