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Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

Elias Giannakopoulospopcultureunplugged.com
Join Host Elias as he talks to various guests each week where ”Everyone Has A Story” from the world of Pop Culture, Tv, Movies, Comedy, and more.
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Abigail Shapiro talks about playing Dorothy Spinner on DC's "Doom Patrol"

Abigail Shapiro joins host Elias on the podcast. Abigail talks about playing Dorothy Spinner on the show, the challenges of working with the prosthetics needed to give her an ape-like appearance, the possibility of a third season, working with the cast & more. You can find Abigail on Twitter @Abigail_Shapiro & Instagram @Abigail_Shapiro As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a revie...

Jul 27, 202018 min

Natalie Sharp talks about playing Sunshine on CW's "The Flash"

Natalie Sharp joins host Elias on the podcast. Natalie is a Canadian actress, singer and songwriter hailing from Vancouver, British Columbia. You recently saw her on CW's The Flash as "Sunshine" Millie Rawlins and had a lot to say about her time on the series though we may not have seen the last of her yet. We talk about her role on the show, her career and a little BH90210. You can find Natalie on Twitter @NatalieSharp007 & Instagram @nsharpie As always, please don't forget to follow us on ...

Jul 23, 202028 min

Logan Allen discusses his role on Netflix's "Sweet Magnolias"

Logan Allen from Netflix's "Sweet Magnolias" joins host Elias on the podcast. You recently saw Logan playing Kyle Townsend on "Sweet Magnolias" we talk about his career, role on the show, working with the cast & more. You can find Logan on Twitter @ItsLoganAllen & Instagram @ItsLoganAllen As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for List...

Jul 20, 202033 min

Nils Hognestad talks about his role on Peacock's "Psych 2: Lassie Come Home"

Nils Hognestad joins host Elias on the podcast. We talk about Nils playing Per in the new film Psych 2: Lassie Come Home that launched on NBC's new streaming platform Peacock on July 15th. The project was filmed in Vancouver and is a follow-up to the cult classic Psych series. Nils is best known for playing King Arthur in DC's Legends of Tomorrow, Mr. Gournisht in Netflix Original series Some Assembly Required. You can find Nils on Instagram @NilsHognestad As always, please don't forget to follo...

Jul 16, 202024 min

Cullen Moss talks about playing Deputy Shoupe on Netflix's "Outer Banks"

Actor Cullen Moss joins host Elias on the podcast. You recently saw Cullen play Deputy Shoupe on Netflix's "Outer Banks". We talk about his acting career, playing Deputy Shoupe, the popularity of Outer Banks, and more. You can find Cullen on Twitter @CullenMoss & Instagram @CullenMoss As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! h...

Jul 13, 202039 min

Fiona Rene from ABC's "Stumptown" talks about playing Detective Kara Lee

Fiona Rene joins host Elias on the podcast. You recently saw Fiona as Detective Kara Lee on Season 1 of ABC's Stumptown staring with Cobie Smulders, Michael Ealy, and Jake Johnson. We talk about her acting career, her role in the show, and what's next for her. You can find Fiona on Twitter @FionaRene & Instagram @fionarene As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcast...

Jul 10, 202036 min

Allegra Edwards talks about playing Ingrid on "Amazon Series Upload"

Allegra Edwards joins host Elias on the podcast. Allegra is the star of the highly anticipated Amazon series UPLOAD where she plays Ingrid. The series debuted on May 1. Allegra also had a recurring role in the drama Briarpatch which is now streaming USA Network. She stars in the feature film The Social Ones which came out on March 5th on HBO. We talk about her career, playing Ingrid on Upload, future projects & more. You can find Allegra on Twitter @Allegra_Edwards & Instagram @arosebyna...

Jul 07, 202037 min

Scott Alda Coffey talks about his role on "The Outpost"

Actor Scott Alda Coffey joins host Elias on the podcast. Scott is one of the stars of the upcoming military thriller The Outpost opposite Orlando Bloom and Scott Eastwood. Based on the non-fiction best-selling book by Jake Tapper titled The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor, the film follows a team of U.S soldiers who battle the Taliban during the Afghanistan War. One of those soldiers was Scott’s character, Sergeant Michael Scusa, who’s described as the family man that everyone in the ...

Jul 03, 202028 min

Fabrizio Guido talks about his role on Netflix's "Mr. Iglesias"

Fabrizio Guido joins host Elias on the podcast. Fabrizio can be seen co-starring in Netflix’s hit sitcom, Mr. Iglesias as “Mikey Gutierrez.” The series follows a good-natured high school history teacher (Gabriel Iglesias) who tries to help gifted misfits. In 2013, Guido made his big-screen debut in the Paramount/Plan B Entertainment film, World War Z, where he starred opposite Brad Pitt as “Tomas.” Guido also appeared as a series regular on NBC’s Welcome To The Family and received a nomination f...

Jun 30, 202027 min

Ben Milliken talks about his new movie "Mighty Oak"

Ben Milliken joins host Elias on the podcast. Ben Milliken executive produced and stars in Paramount’s Mighty Oak , alongside Janel Parish, Raven-Symoné, Alexa PenaVega, and Carlos PenaVega. Ben plays the comedic British drummer, ‘Darby.’ The producers describe the film as a dramedy in the vein of “Wonder” and “A Dog’s Purpose” set in San Diego’s Ocean Beach music scene. Ben is known for his role as ‘Carter’ in season 5 of Amazon Prime's “Bosch” and ‘Tim’ in Blue Crush 2. He also directed the fe...

Jun 26, 202020 min

Stephen Huszar talks Hallmark's "Ruby Herring Mysteries"

Actor Stephen Huszar from Hallmark's "Ruby Herring Mysteries" joins host Elias on the podcast. Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath” follows Ruby Herring (Taylor Cole) and Detective Jake Killian, play by Huszar, who investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. They solve the case, only to find new evidence that casts doubt on their first conclusion. The TV movie is the sequel to “Ruby Herring Mysteries: Silent Witness”, which Huszar also starred in, and is currently airing on the Hallmark Cha...

Jun 25, 202032 min

Hallea Jones talks about playing Eden on Netflix's "Locke & Key"

Hallea Jones joins host Elias on the podcast. Currently, Hallea can be seen in her first big breakout role on Locke & Key based on the comic book series created by Joe Hill. Hallea plays the character of Eden Hawkins, the quick-witted, confident and outspoken Queen Bee of the town. Outside of acting, Hallea's other passion lies in music. In the past year, she has written over 40 songs and produced 10 with local artists in Toronto. She is also currently working on an album with producer and m...

Jun 22, 202028 min

Kevin Bigley talks about playing Luke in Amazon's "Upload", his new book "Comaville, and more.

Kevin Bigley joins host Elias on the podcast. Kevin is an actor and writer living in Los Angeles and working in Hollywood. He plays Luke in his latest TV role on Amazon's Upload. Kevin recently debuted his novel "Comaville" as well. I had a nice chat with Kevin about his career in acting and writing, his role on "Upload" and more. You can find Kevin on Twitter @kevinbigley & Instagram @kevinwbigley As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast...

Jun 15, 202039 min

Gino Cafarelli talks about his role on "Capone"

Actor Gino Cafarelli joins host Elias on the podcast. Gino can be seen in Capone, opposite Tom Hardy. Gino plays “Gino’, Capone’s right-hand man and enforcer who was with him for 25 years and takes care of him when he retreats to Miami with his family to spend his last days. Gino was also recently seen as ‘Mayor Frank Rizzo’ in The Irishman opposite Robert DeNiro and Joe Pesci. We talk about his role in Capone, career, and his new children's book. You can find Gino on Instagram @GinoCafarelli As...

Jun 11, 202039 min

Michael Musi Netflix's "Kim's Convenience"

Michael Musi from Netflix's "Kim's Convenience" joins host Elias on the podcast. We talk about him playing Terrance on the show, theater work, career, growing up in Canada & more. You can find Michael on Twitter michaelmusi & Instagram @michaelmusi As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodcast ww...

Jun 08, 202033 min

Siobhan Dillon talks about her new album “Siobhan Dillon - One Voice", acting & more

After her own successful battle with cancer, West End star Siobhan Dillon (Netflix’s “Grace and Frankie”) has released her personal new album “Siobhan Dillon - One Voice” (produced by Steve Anderson who is also the producer/musical director for Kylie Minogue) with proceeds going to Breast Cancer Haven charity in the UK. Now residing in Southern California, this English actress/singer West End credits include playing ‘Sandy’ in GREASE at the Piccadilly Theatre, ‘Vivienne Kensington’ in LEGALLY BL...

Jun 05, 202016 min

Daya Vaidya talks about playing Jen Kowski on Amazon's "Bosch"

Daya Vaidya from Amazon's "Bosch" joins host Elias on the podcast. Daya joined the cast in season 2 and instantly became a fan favorite as the Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Los Angeles, Hector Ramos. Aside from “Bosch,” Daya has appeared in critically acclaimed projects in film and television over the years, including a series regular role on the CBS hit “Unforgettable” where she starred as the savvy, street smart Nina Inara. Additional credits include: “Major Crimes,” “Castle,” “Twisted,” “Two...

Jun 01, 202027 min

Jamie Kennedy talks about his new Comedy Special "Stoopid Smart", career & more.

Comedian/Actor Jamie Kennedy joins host Elias on the podcast. We talk about his new stand-up comedy special Jamie Kennedy : Stoopid Smart which premiered on Tubi TV, exclusive and free, May 25. Kennedy, a multi-talented comedian-actor-writer-producer, is a true hyphenate. He may be seen acting in a film one minute and on stage doing stand-up the next. Kennedy skyrocketed to fame with a groundbreaking performance and scene-stealing rants in Wes Craven's “Scream” and “Scream 2”. In 2002, Kennedy t...

May 28, 202021 min

Ron Funches talks "Trolls World Tour" "Harley Quinn" & more.

Ron Funches joins host Elias on this week's podcast. Ron has built an impressive resume with stand up comedy, voice-over work and acting. Funches starred as a regular on the NBC series Undateable, and in 2015, he began performing as a voice actor and performed the voice role of Cooper in the animated film Trolls. He also had guest-starring roles on a number of television series, including Transparent, Black-ish, and reprised the role of Cooper in the Trolls spin-off series Trolls: The Beat Goes ...

May 25, 202052 min

Atkins Estimond talks about his role on Starz "Hightown"

Atkins Estimond from Starz "Hightown" joins host Elias on the podcast. Atkins talks about his experience on Hightown, his character Osito, his career journey, and the exploding TV/Movie industry in Atlanta. He also shares a quick story about meeting Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels on the set of "Dumb and Dumber Too" You can find Atkins on Twitter @atkinsestimond Instagram @atkinsestimond As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @th...

May 22, 202030 min

Leland B. Martin talks about playing Ari on BET's "Boomerang"

Leland B. Martin from BET's "Boomerang" joins host Elias on the podcast. “Boomerang" picks up 26 years from where the film left off and follows Simone, and Bryson and their friends Ari (Leland B. Martin). We talk about his role on the show, meeting Halle Berry, career & more. You can find Leland on Twitter @LelandBMartin Instagram @lelandbmartin As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a ...

May 21, 202027 min

Nick Cirillo talks about playing Barry on Netflix's "Outer Banks"

Nick Cirillo from Netflix's "Outer Banks" joins host Elias on the podcast. You recently saw Nick playing Barry on "Outer Banks". We talk about his role, working with the cast, the popularity of the show & more. You can find Nick on Instagram @nick_v_cirillo As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodca...

May 18, 202023 min

Valeria Jauregui from FOX's "Deputy"

Actress Valeria Jauregui joins host Elias on the podcast. You've seen her as Maggie Hollister on FOX's show "Deputy". We talk about her music, acting, and modeling career, what's next for her and so much more! You can find Valeria on Instagram @valeria_jauregui As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodca...

May 15, 202024 min

Matt Cook from CBS's "Man With A Plan"

Actor Matt Cook from CBS's "Man With A Plan" joins host Elias on this week's podcast. Matt was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Barnegat Light and Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island in New Jersey, where he attended Southern Regional High School. He attended Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He then moved to Los Angeles and trained in improv and sketch comedy at The Groundlings. We talk about playing Lowell on Man With A Plan, ...

May 12, 202041 min

Stephen Kramer Glickman & Matt Walker from "The Night Time Show Podcast"

Stand-Up Comedians Stephen Kramer Glickman & Matt Walker join host Elias on the podcast. Stephen is most recognized for his role as ‘Gustavo’ in Nickelodeon’s Big Time Rush, and recently released his debut comedy album “Voices In My Head”. Matt has appeared on numerous radio and Internet shows such as Huffington Post Live discussing comedy, news of the day, pop culture, and sports, and always is an entertaining guest regardless of the medium. His jokes have been showcased in the Baltimore Su...

May 08, 202054 min

Christian Gehring talks ABC's "Schooled"

Actor Christian Gehring from ABC's Schooled joins host Elias on this week's episode. We talk about his career, playing Roxborough Ronnie on Schooled, working with the cast & more. You can find Christian on Instagram @gehrincd As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodcast...

May 05, 202037 min

Brooke Lewis Bellas talks 1/2 New Year, Sinatra Club & more.

Award-winning actress and producer Brooke Lewis Bellas joins host Elias on the podcast. Brooke is well-known for being a “Scream Queen” in the entertainment industry. We talk about her career, her recent film 1/2 New Year, and more. Her reputation for excellence is backed by the many accolades that she has received for her work. In total, Brooke has won well over 80 prestigious awards, most recently the Best Actress in an Indie Film at the 2018 Actors Awards. You can find Brooke on Instagram @br...

May 01, 20201 hr 2 min

Adriyan Rae talks about her role on Syfy's "Vagrant Queen"

Actress Adriyan Rae from SYFY's "Vagrant Queen" joins host Elias on this week's episode. Adriyan is an actress, a singer, a model, and a laboratory scientist and holds not one, but two bachelor’s degrees in Physician Assistant Studies and Medical Laboratory Science from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. We talk about her role on her new show "Vagrant Queen", how she got into acting, working with the cast & more. You can find Adriyan Instagram @adriyanrae and Twitter @AdriyanRae...

Apr 28, 202027 min

Gildart Jackson talks about "Fireside Reading"

Actor Gildart Jackson joins host Elias in the cave. Amidst the current worldwide pandemic and subsequent quarantine, Actor Gildart Jackson created the Webcast series “Fireside Reading where he introduces the world to the classic novel Great Expectations by doing a live reading daily via social media. He is known for narrating audiobooks, voice over work on Netflix’s Castlevania, and recently had a role on Freeform’s “The Bold Type.” You can find Gildarton Instagram @firesidereading and YouTube @...

Apr 24, 202021 min

Mickeey Nguyen from Hulu's "Utopia Falls"

Actor Mickeey Nguyen from Hulu's Utopia Falls joins host Elias on this week's episode. Mickeey talks about his role as Mags on the sci-fi hip hop series 'Utopia Falls'. working with the cast, how dance helps him in his acting, and much more. You can find Mickey on Instagram @mickeeynguyen and Twitter @mickeeynguyen As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can like or leave a review on Apple Podcasts an...

Apr 21, 202031 min
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