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The Interesting Podcast (with Brian Ballance)

Brian Ballancewww.brianballance.com
The Interesting Podcast is a show where Brian Ballance has a conversation with someone whom he finds interesting.
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Episodes

Ep. 72 Brian A. Prince

This episode is Brian Prince! We talk about him being the world's tallest practitioner of Parkour, how that influenced all aspects of his life, how he got into acting, taking on the mantle of The Predator and so much more! Don't forget to share and enjoy! Also, if you'd like to support the show, you now have that option over at Patreon.com/JediBrian

Nov 07, 20181 hr 23 min

Ep. 71 Marc Thompson

This episode is the almost-TOO-talented Marc Thompson! We talk about his work on Daria, YuGiOh, Pokemon, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles AND all of his audiobook work! He also breaks down how an audiobook is recorded and the differences between cartoon and anime recording. Fascinating stuff from a super cool dude! Don't forget to share and enjoy! Reminder: If you want to support this show, you now have that option over at Patreon.com/JediBrian

Oct 31, 20181 hr 5 min

Ep. 70 JediManda

This episode is with the incredibly talented seamstress and cosplayer, JediManda! We talk about the Kentucky Derby, how she got into costuming, the process of making wigs, her AMAZING costumes and so much more! Don't forget to share and enjoy! Also, if you're interested, you now have the option to support the show over at Patreon.com/JediBrian

Oct 23, 20181 hr 8 min

Ep. 69 Dee Tails Returns

This episode is the triumphant return of Dee Tails! We talk about his work on Solo as Quay Tolsite, Regainer Teed and one of the Gotarites at the Sabaac game as well as why Jar Jar is so important to him and we come up with a great way to deal with all the negativity in the fandom! Don't forget to share and enjoy! You can also now support the show at patreon.com/JediBrian . New exclusive shows as well as early releases over there!

Oct 16, 20182 hr 29 min

Ep. 68 Ian Whyte

This episode is with the great and powerful Ian Whyte! We talk about his time playing professional basketball, how he got into acting, his work on Star Wars, AVP, Harry Potter, Game of Thrones and SO much more! Don't forget to share and enjoy! You can also support the show by going to Patreon.com/JediBrian for even MORE podcasting goodness.

Oct 09, 201858 min

Ep. 67 Robin Guiver

This episode is with Robin Guiver! He's a delightful person, talented actor and puppeteer and such a fun guy to chat with! We talk about his time on War Horse, puppeteering Sandra Bullock, working on Star Wars, Fantastic Beasts and Where to find them and so much more! Don't forget to share and enjoy! Also, you can now support the show at PAtreon.com/JediBrian. Lots of exclusive content and shows coming there soon!

Oct 02, 20181 hr 17 min

Ep. 66 Derek Arnold And Tom Wilton Return

Derek and Tom are back! For my first return guests, I had to pull out the big guns! The guys and I talk about all the work they did on Solo, great stories from location, we touched on Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom and SO MUCH MORE! If you enjoyed the show, don't forget to share! Tell all your friends! If you'd like to support the show, you can now do that at www.patreon.com/JediBrian

Sep 25, 20181 hr 8 min

Ep. 65 Randall Duk Kim

This episode is the incredibly talented Randall Duk Kim! We talk about how he got into theatre, what inspired him to become an actor, working on Ninja Assassin, The Matrix Reloaded, Anna and the King, John Wick and OF COURSE, Kung Fu Panda! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy! Also, you can now support the show at Patreon.com/JediBrian

Aug 24, 20181 hr 5 min

Ep. 64 Steele Saunders

This episode is Steele Saunders! Australian, stand-up comedian and one of the hardest working podcasters out there! We talk about how he got his start in comedy, getting to interview Harrison Ford AND Ben Mendelsohn, how we met at Celebration AND why your Snoke theory sucks! Don't forget to share, subscribe, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Aug 03, 20182 hr

Ep. 63 Charmaine Chan

This episode is Charmaine Chan and she's great! We talk about her growing up in Hawaii, how she got into VFX, working at ILM, she breaks down shots she's worked on AND we talk about her series "Women in VFX." Check it out on Youtube! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Jul 26, 20181 hr 20 min

Ep. 62 Alex Backes

This episode is Alex Backes! We talk about him moving to LA to become an actor, crazy audition stories, working on a cruise ship, his series Shark Bites, Black Series Rebels and a whole lot more! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Jul 15, 20182 hr 3 min

Ep. 61 Stephen Ellis

This episode is with Stephen Ellis! You know him from the incredible Youtube show, Black Series Rebels! We talk about how he got his start working in the entertainment industry, going from being a production assistant to producing tv, his amazing Guitar Hero ad, how BSR came to be and SO much more! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Jul 05, 20181 hr 52 min

Ep. 60 Benjamin Hartley

This episode is Benjamin Hartley! We talk about playing music growing up, his time in the Royal Navy, flying different types of aircraft, the origin of his GREAT mustache and going from being a pilot in this world to being an X-wing Pilot (Red Seven Harb Binli) in Rogue One! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Jul 02, 20181 hr 8 min

Ep. 59 Katy Kartwheel

This episode is Katy Kartwheel! We talk about her time in the circus, she breaks down the ins and outs of her different skills, great stories about bringing different characters(including Rio Durant) to life and so much more. She's fantastic! Don't forget to subscribe, rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

Jun 23, 20181 hr 17 min

Ep. 58 Charlotte Louise

This episode is with the super talented and hilarious Charlotte Louise! Apart from our mutual lack of technological knowledge, we had such a great chat! We talked about her start in modeling, crazy audition stories, getting cast in Star Wars, working with Woody Harrelson and so much more. We even come up with a new mantra for life! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and don't spill the gravy!

Jun 19, 20181 hr 24 min

Ep. 57 Chris Bartlett

This episode is Chris Bartlett, whom I call the REAL LIFE 3PO! He. Is. FANTASTIC! We talk about him building his first C-3PO costume, getting the job working for Lucasfilm, the process of getting into character and celebrity encounters ALL WHILE he performs SPOT ON impressions and I laugh like a child. You're gonna love him! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

May 29, 20182 hr 16 min

Ep. 56 Sherman Augustus

This episode is Sherman Augustus! Not only is he currently playing one of the coolest characters in TV history(Nathaniel Moon on Into The Badlands), he's also one of the coolest PEOPLE in real life! We talk about his time playing in the NFL, started acting, working on The Young and the Restless, a look into his process and, of course, INTO THE BADLANDS! Don't forget to subscribe, rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

May 08, 20181 hr 6 min

Ep. 55 Josh Russell

This episode is Actor, ARMY vet and great dude, Josh Russell! We worked together on a fan film called SCOUNDRELS a few months back and now he's on the show! We talk about his time in the ARMY, playing football, his love of number 55 and how he got started acting! Don't forget to subscribe, rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

May 03, 20181 hr 18 min

Ep. 54 Clayton Sandell

This episode is ABC correspondent Clayton Sandell! He's been EVERYWHERE and has reported on some of the craziest stories in the last 2 decades. We talk about him being on a Coast Coast Guard Icebreaker, covering the Obama Inauguration, flying with the Air Force looking for the missing Malaysia flight and how he's the resident Star Wars fan at ABC. Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Apr 24, 20181 hr 1 min

Ep. 53 Beth Revis

This episode is Beth Revis! We talk about her writing 10 NOVELS before her 11th one was the first to be published, meeting JK Rowling, Rebel Rising and tons of great advice for aspiring authors! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Apr 10, 201853 min

Ep. 52 Shelby Young

This episode is the FANTASTIC Shelby Young! We talk about how she got started acting, working on a sitcom, voice acting, motion capture, a great story of her first day on Forces of Destiny and much more! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Apr 03, 20181 hr 9 min

Ep. 51 Mallory Conlon

This episode is Mallory Conlon! She's a podcast host, educator and ASTRONOMER! We talk about different accents, SPACE, exoplanets, different types of telescopes and I find out why Pluto isn't a planet anymore! Don't forget to share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Mar 29, 20181 hr 6 min

Ep. 50 Jason Schneidman

This episode is celebrity hair stylist, Jason Schneidman. One of the most incredible, authentic, genuine people I've had the pleasure of talking to. We get very real as we talk about where he's from, how he learned to cut hair and overcoming some serious drug addiction. He went from smoking crack to now cutting the hair of people like Hugh Jackman, Rob Lowe, Liam Neeson and Bruno Mars. One of the most amazing stories of triumph ever! He then decided to pass it on by starting an outreach to give ...

Mar 26, 20181 hr 4 min

Ep. 49 Joe Pfab

This episode is my squamate, Joe Pfab! One of the best clone builders out there. We talk about his first builds, how he chooses what to build next and working for the TSA! Don't forget to subscribe, share, rate on iTunes and enjoy!

Mar 22, 20181 hr 3 min

Ep. 48 PJ Haarsma

This episode is producer, show runner, best selling author PJ Haarsma! We talk about him dropping out of Med School, working as a fashion photographer, putting HIMSELF on the Best Sellers list, Halo nights with Nathan Fillion and, of course, Con Man! Enjoy! Don't forget to rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

Mar 19, 20181 hr 5 min

Ep. 47 Dee Tails

This episode is the amazing, Dee Tails! On top of having such a bright personality and a great laugh, he's also got a GREAT story. From being in the massively popular boy band MN8 in the 90's to bringing several Star Wars characters to life, there's no surprise that Dee is the guest on the longest episode I've recorded yet. Such a fantastic talk with such a interesting person. Don't forget to rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

Mar 15, 20182 hr 56 min

Ep. 46 Claudia Gray

This episode is one of my all-time favorite authors, Claudia Gray! We talk about her living in New Orleans, her writing process, Mardi Gras, and much more! Don't forget to rate on iTunes, share and enjoy!

Mar 12, 20181 hr 22 min

Ep. 45 Dr. Lonny Brooks

This episode is Cal State East Bay's Dr. Lonny Brooks! We talk about how he grew up, overcoming some pretty crazy health complications, the future of technology, AI and the Afrofuturism movement. Check out his show, The Afrofuturist Podcast on iTunes! Enjoy! Don't forget to share and rate on iTunes!

Mar 08, 20181 hr 7 min

Ep. 44 Hal Hickel

This episode is ILM Animation Director, Hal Hickel! Apart from being one of the most talented people in the industry, he's also a SUPER nice guy with amazing stories! We talk about him making stop motion movies growing up, learning to animated dinosaurs in a portable classroom, animating Boss Nass, WINNING AN OSCAR and how writing a letter to Lucasfilm as a kid later was signed by The Maker himself. Rate, share and enjoy!

Mar 05, 20181 hr 50 min

Ep. 43 Tom Spina

This episode is Tom Spina of Regal Robot and Tom Spina Designs! In the riff-iest podcast to date, Tom and I talk about his interest in props as a kid, restoring original props as an adult and how making his own episode of The Muppets got him his dream job working on Sesame Street! Regal Robot just release a bunch of incredible products and you can use the promo code "NEWFORCE20" to get 20% off!

Mar 01, 20181 hr 44 min
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