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Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

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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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Episodes

Sainty Nelsen: From Gabbys Dollhouse to Thriving Voice Over Career

Get ready for an engaging and informative conversation with the talented Sainty Nelsen, a highly accomplished actor and producer. In this podcast episode, host Elias dives deep into Sainty's impressive career, which includes her starring role in the wildly popular Netflix children's animation series, GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE, where she voices Pillow Cat. As a prolific voice actor, Sainty has also lent her voice to lead roles in other hit shows, including TROLLS: THE BEAT GOES ON, LOUD HOUSE, BOSS BABY,...

Mar 18, 202320 min

Omar Benson Miller on His Explosive Role as Gib in ’True Lies’

Join host Elias as he sits down with actor Omar Benson Miller to discuss his iconic role as Gib in the CBS action-comedy series "True Lies". Omar shares behind-the-scenes stories and insights into bringing the character to life, as well as his overall experiences working on the show. From his early beginnings in the industry to his current success, Omar reflects on his career in Hollywood and offers valuable advice to aspiring actors. Whether you're a fan of "True Lies" or interested in learning...

Mar 15, 202313 min

Burl Moseley Reveals the Challenges of Playing Zeke in ’Your Honor’

Burl Moseley, a versatile actor with experience in stage, television, and film, recently joined host Elias in an illuminating conversation. Currently, Moseley can be seen in Season 2 of the acclaimed Showtime drama "Your Honor," where he portrays Zeke, the shrewd and strategic campaign manager for Charlie, played by Isiah Whitlock Jr. Moseley provides fascinating insights into his craft as an actor, discusses the unique challenges of playing a political operative, and shares his experiences work...

Mar 12, 202320 min

Inga Schlingmann Talks Career, Creativity, and ’So Help Me Todd’ on CBS

Inga Schlingmann brings her talent and energy to the podcast as she discusses her role on CBS's 'So Help Me Todd'. Join host Elias as they explore the acting industry and the joys and challenges of being a part of a hit show. So Help Me Todd - follows Todd, whose instincts as a private investigator are good, but he lacks direction and is the black sheep of his family. At the insistence of his strong-willed mother, Margaret, Todd reluctantly agrees to work at her Portland, Oregon, law firm as an ...

Mar 08, 202316 min

Isabella Russo Takes Us Behind the Scenes of ’We Have A Ghost’ on NETFLIX

Get ready to delve into the making of Netflix's hit movie 'We Have a Ghost' with actress Isabella Russo in this exclusive interview. Join host Elias in the cave as Isabella, who plays Joy in the film, shares her personal experience working on set and gives us an inside look into the exciting world of Hollywood. From behind-the-scenes stories to her take on the industry, Isabella's insights are not to be missed. Tune in for an in-depth conversation on 'We Have a Ghost' and much more. We enjoyed w...

Mar 04, 20236 min

Devin Kawaoka: From NBC’s ’Chicago Med’ to Apple TV+’s ’Shrinking’”

Join host Elias as he takes you on an exclusive journey into the career of rising star Devin Kawaoka! Best known for his role as Dr. Kai Tanaka-Reed on NBC's popular medical drama "Chicago Med", Devin is also part of the talented cast of the Apple Original comedy series "Shrinking". In this podcast, you'll get a behind-the-scenes look at Devin's experiences working on both shows, and discover more about his journey to success in Hollywood. With "Shrinking" already creating buzz as one of the big...

Mar 02, 202324 min

Exploring Christie Burke’s Journey and Her Latest Adventure on SYFY’s ’The Ark’: An Inside Look

Join host Elias in the cave as he sits down with the incredibly talented actress Christie Burke, known for her standout performance as LT. Sharon Garnet in SYFY's hit show, 'The Ark'. In this exciting interview, get an exclusive inside look at Christie's journey as an actress, her experience on 'The Ark', and her latest role that is sure to leave audiences on the edge of their seats. From behind-the-scenes insights to personal anecdotes, Christie shares it all in this captivating conversation. D...

Feb 26, 202321 min

Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche Reflect on ’The Animaniacs’ and ’Pinky and the Brain’

Step inside the cave as host Elias welcomes the legendary voice actors behind some of the most beloved cartoon characters of all time: Rob Paulsen and Maurice LaMarche. Joining the show on Press Day for the final season of 'The Animaniacs' on HULU, Paulsen and LaMarche discuss their iconic roles as Yakko Warner, Pinky, and The Brain. Get ready for a deep dive into the creation of these legendary characters, as Paulsen and LaMarche share stories from the recording sessions, their favorite moments...

Feb 25, 20235 min

The Final Act: Jess Harnell and Tress MacNeille on Wrapping Up Animaniacs

Joining host Elias in the cave, Tress MacNeille and Jess Harnell, the iconic voices behind Dot and Wakko Warner, reflect on their time with the beloved animated series ahead of its final season on HULU. The duo shares their experiences working on the show, their favorite moments, and what it means to say goodbye to the zany and irreverent Animaniacs after over 20 years on the air. Get ready for a trip down memory lane with these two veteran voice actors as they discuss their craft and the legacy...

Feb 25, 20236 min

Tyler Lawrence Gray’s Incredible Performance as Harlan in ’Wolf Pack’

Join Tyler Lawrence Gray, breakout star of the thrilling series "Wolf Pack," as he sits down with host Elias in an exclusive interview. In this episode, Tyler opens up about his journey to landing the role of Harlan and the unique challenges he faced while filming. He shares insights into his character and what sets this gripping thriller apart from other series in the genre. As Tyler delves into the preparation and research he did to bring Harlan to life, he also emphasizes the importance of te...

Feb 23, 202316 min

Luke Tennie on his Breakout Role in Apple TV+ ’Shrinking’

In this episode, actor Luke Tennie joins host Elias in the cave to discuss his latest project on Apple TV+, "Shrinking." Luke shares his experience playing the character of Sean, including his audition process, preparation for the role, and thoughts on being cast. He also dives into the process of filming and the importance of representing mental health positively. Join us for an insightful discussion on Luke's experience with "Shrinking," and gain a deeper understanding of this thought-provokin...

Feb 20, 202327 min

Markian Tarasiuk Dishes on ’Welcome to Valentine’ & ’Why Can’t My Life Be a Rom-Com?’

Join host Elias in the cave as he chats with actor Markian Tarasiuk about his latest projects. Markian is set to star in the upcoming E! original film "Why Can't My Life be a Rom-Com?" which premieres on February 19th. He will also be appearing in "Welcome to Valentine," airing on Hallmark on February 18th. In this interview, Markian shares insights about his experiences on set, the challenges and joys of playing different characters, and his thoughts on the films. Don't miss this entertaining a...

Feb 17, 202317 min

Ronen Rubinstein Discusses What’s Ahead in ’9-1-1: Lone Star’ Season 4

Join us in the latest episode of our podcast as we sit down with Ronen Rubinstein, the talented actor who brings 'TK' to life on Season 4 of '9-1-1: Lone Star'. Ronen talks with host Elias in the cave about his experiences working on the show, and gives us an insider's perspective on his character, TK. Beyond discussing the new season of the show, Ronen shares some great anecdotes from his time on set, as well as some of the other roles he's played in his career. Aspiring actors and fans alike w...

Feb 14, 202337 min

Tobi Bamtefa: An Exclusive Look at the New Season of ’Mayor of Kingstown’

Join host Elias as he sits down with Tobi Bamtefa, the breakout star of Paramount Plus' hit show 'Mayor of Kingstown'. Tobi brings to life the character of Deverin 'Bunny' Washington and in this interview, he delves deep into what fans can expect from Season 2. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the show and hear directly from Tobi about his experiences on set. Whether you're a fan of Tobi or 'Bunny', this is an episode you won't want to miss! You can watch this interview on YouTube h...

Feb 12, 202310 min

Reyn Doi Discusses Portraying Ozzie in Netflix’s ’That ’90s Show’

Join host Elias as he welcomes the talented Reyn Doi to the cave! Reyn is best known for his portrayal of Ozzie on the highly anticipated Netflix series, "That '90s Show". In this engaging interview, Reyn opens up about his experience playing the character, sharing insights into his process and the challenges he faced bringing Ozzie to life. He also provides a sneak peek into the series, giving listeners a glimpse of what to expect from his performance and the scenes he's featured in. Don't miss...

Feb 09, 202320 min

Skeet Ulrich Talks About His Latest Film, ”BLOOD”

Skeet Ulrich recently joined host Elias in the cave! Fans of Skeet Ulrich will love this interview! In it, he discusses his latest film, "BLOOD". Skeet talks about the project and shares some insights about the movie. He also gives fans a sneak peak at some of the scenes from the film. If you're a fan of Skeet Ulrich and want to know more about his latest project, then this interview is for you! BLOOD - Synopsis: Jess, a separated and nurse who moves with her daughter and young son Owen back int...

Feb 08, 20238 min

D’Arcy Carden On Her New Film ’SHOTGUN WEDDING’ on Prime Video

D'Arcy Carden recently joined host Elias in the cave for Press Day for the upcoming release of 'SHOTGUN WEDDING' on Prime Video January 27th. We enjoyed watching an early release here at the "cave" cant wait for everyone to check it out! SHOTGUN WEDDING - In Shotgun Wedding, Darcy (Jennifer Lopez) and Tom (Josh Duhamel) gather their lovable but very opinionated families for the ultimate destination wedding just as the couple begin to get cold feet. And if that wasn't enough of a threat to the ce...

Feb 05, 202311 min

Elana Dunkelman Stars in ’Alert: Missing Persons Unit’

Elana Dunkelman recently joined host Elias in the cave! Elana stars as Rachel, a charming and confident forensic medical examiner on Alert: Missing Persons Unit. You can watch the series airing now on FOX . Elana's character Rachel is a forensic medical examiner. She's charming, witty, confident and full of life. She's kind and down to earth, and "A bottle of friggin sunshine." Although she's surrounded by death, she finds beauty in life. Her chemistry with C, who works in the lab, is palpable. ...

Feb 04, 202319 min

Joseph Sikora and Annie Ilonzeh talk latest film ’FEAR’

Joseph Sikora and Annie Ilonzeh recently joined host Elias on Press Day for the movie FEAR. FEAR opens in theaters nationwide on Friday, January 27th ABOUT "FEAR": In this psychological horror film, a group of friends gather for a much-needed weekend getaway at a remote and historic hotel. Celebration turns into terror as one by one, each guest faces their own worst fear. Website: https://www.fear.movie You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/U9YkYXupEzQ Have a question? Email u...

Feb 02, 20235 min

Director Jason Moore on ”SHOTGUN WEDDING” and its Prime Video Release

Director Jason Moore recently joined host Elias in the cave for Press Day for the upcoming release of 'SHOTGUN WEDDING' on Prime Video January 27th. We enjoyed watching an early release here at the "cave" cant wait for everyone to check it out! SHOTGUN WEDDING - In Shotgun Wedding, Darcy (Jennifer Lopez) and Tom (Josh Duhamel) gather their lovable but very opinionated families for the ultimate destination wedding just as the couple begin to get cold feet. And if that wasn't enough of a threat to...

Feb 02, 202318 min

Don Stark - On His RETURN to ”That 90s Show” on NETFLIX

Don Stark recently joined host Elias in the cave! We chat about his return as Bob Pinciotti on 'That 90s Show' on NETFLIX. Don Stark who played Donna's father Bob Pinciotti on the original 'That 70s Show' returns on one hilarious episode this season and hopefully more in the future. You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/QZTxNZuQICg Have a question? Email us themccpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Social Media for the latest show updates www.twitter.com/themccpodcast www.instagram...

Jan 31, 202312 min

Taylor Handley Talks Season 2 of ’Mayor of Kingstown’

Taylor Handley recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Taylor as Kyle McLusky on Paramount Plus 'Mayor of Kingstown. If you're a fan of Taylor Handley or Kyle Mclusky, then you'll want to listen or watch this interview! In this interview, Taylor discusses Season 2 of Mayor of Kingstown and gives viewers a sneak peak at what to expect. You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/8tU1WVouqD4 Have a question? Email us themccpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Social Media for th...

Jan 29, 20239 min

Deion Smith Talks About His latest Role On ’Will Trent’ & Returning To ’Outer Banks’

Deion Smith recently joined host Elias in the cave! Deion Smith talks about his recent role on "Will Trent" and his return to Outer Banks Season 3. He chats about how the filming process went, how the show is different from his other roles, and his thoughts on the show's potential You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/1Aqrviv6J3w Have a question? Email us themccpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Social Media for the latest show updates www.twitter.com/themccpodcast www.instagram.c...

Jan 27, 202326 min

Kapil Talwakar Talks about his role on NBC’s ‘NIGHT COURT’

Kapil Talwakar recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Kapil as court clerk Neil in NBC's legacy sequel Night Court. In this interview, Kapil Talwakar, actor on Night Court, reveals what it's like to work on the show. Kapil talks about his character Neil, and shares some interesting behind-the-scenes details about the show. If you're a fan of Night Court, then you'll definitely want to listen to this! Kapil shares some interesting details about his character Neil, and how he created ...

Jan 25, 202315 min

Romi Shraiter Talks ’Ginny & Georgia’ Season 2 on NETFLIX & more!

In this interview, Romi Shraiter, who plays Samantha in the Netflix series 'Ginny & Georgia', sits down with host Elias to discuss the show's second season. Romi shares her thoughts on her character's development in the new season and how she approached bringing Samantha to life on screen. She also opens up about some of the challenges of filming the show, such as working with the cast and crew during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Romi discusses her passion for acting and how much she...

Jan 22, 202318 min

Chelsea Clark Dishes on Her Role on Season 2 of ’Ginny & Georgia’ on NETFLIX

In this interview, Elias, the host, sits down with Chelsea Clark, who recently starred as 'Norah' in the second season of 'Ginny & Georgia' on Netflix. The conversation delves into her role in the show, her experiences while filming, and her interactions with the cast members. Chelsea shares insights on her character development, her approach to acting, and how she was able to collaborate with her fellow actors to bring her character to life. The interview also touches on some of the themes ...

Jan 16, 202321 min

Elijah Rashad Reed Talks About His Role in DC’s ’Doom Patrol’

Elijah Rashad Reed recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Elijah on his latest role as Deric in DC's 'Doom Patrol' now streaming on HBO Max! Elijah chats about his role as Deric in Doom Patrol, and shares some of the behind-the-scenes details. He also discusses his love for comic books, his experience working on the 'Doom Patrol' set, and his hopes for the shows future. You can watch this interview on YouTube https://youtu.be/WFjogexlFbc Have a question? Email us themccpodcast@gmail...

Jan 13, 202322 min

Lilah Richcreek Estrada talks about her role as ”Dr. Nellie Cuevas” in ”CHICAGO MED”

Lilah Richcreek Estrada recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Lilah as Dr. Nellie Cuevas on NBC's 'CHICAGO MED' In this interview we talk to Lilah Richcreek Estrada about her role as "Dr. Nellie Cuevas" on the show. We discuss her character, her storyline, and what fans can expect in the upcoming episodes. If you're a fan of "Chicago Med" be sure to watch this interview! Tune in to find out all the details you need to know about her character and the storylines in the upcoming seas...

Jan 09, 202314 min

Kyra Leroux Talks About Playing Lisa-Karen on ”Firefly Lane” on Netflix

Kyra Leroux recently joined host Elias in the cave! You can see Kyra in a large recurring role on season 2 of Netflix's "Firefly Lane", playing Lisa-Karen, Tully's new adversary in her friendship with Kate. Lisa-Karen desperately wants to be Kate's best friend and isn't too impressed when Tully comes back to reclaim the position for herself. Part 1 of Season 2, which stars Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke, premiered on December 2nd. The Netflix drama based on Kristin Hannah's novel follows two w...

Jan 05, 202312 min

Kai Caster Discusses His Role as ’Rowdy’ in ’Yellowstone’ Season 5

Kai Caster recently joined host Elias in the cave! You recently saw Kai on Season 5 of Yellowstone as ' Rowdy' In this interview, Kai Castor discusses his role as Rowdy in Yellowstone Season 5. Kai talks about his character and how he got involved in the show, and discusses the challenges and rewards of bringing Rowdy to life If you're a fan of Yellowstone, then you'll definitely want to check out this season! With exciting new storylines and characters, it's sure to be an unforgettable experien...

Jan 03, 202311 min
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