Ben is joined by comedian David Koechner to talk about his current tour, getting his start in sketch and improv comedy, living in LA and some of his past projects. David also talks about Big Slick Celebrity Weekend, his annual charity event in Kansas City. Follow David on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube by going to his website www.davidkoechner.com . You can also check his website for future tour dates.
Adam chats with magician Michael Carbonaro about his tour, which wraps up this week on the east coast. For future tour dates, go to www.michaelcarbonaro.com. They also discuss his hidden camera magic TV show “The Carbonaro Effect”, with new episodes every Thursday on TruTV. Follow him on Twitter @Carbonaro.
We kick off the newest season of The Showcast Spotlight by welcoming returning guest Dana DeLorenzo from the STARZ show “Ash vs. Evil Dead”. Together, Ben and Dana tell the story of the time they first met in person and of course all about this current season of AvED. Be sure to follow Dana on Twitter @ImDanaDeLorenzo .
Adam is joined by Peter Mensah (@PMensahonline) to discuss the final few episodes of the premiere season of NBC’s Midnight, Texas. Peter also discusses his past works on supernatural/fantasy shows and movies as well as his life before acting. Be sure to watch Peter Mondays on Midnight, Texas on NBC and catch up on season 1 at www.nbc.com.
It’s Ben on Ben as our host Ben Beck is joined by return guest comedian Ben Bailey. Ben joins The Spotlight for a second time to talk the eclipse, preparing for a stand-up set, returning to host Cash Cab and to promote his upcoming local appearance in Bethlehem, PA. Be sure to follow Ben on Twitter @RealBenBailey and check out his website www.therealbenbailey.com
On this edition of The Showcast Spotlight, Ben has an opportunity to speak with the one and only Omar Epps from the show “Shooter” airing on the USA Network Tuesday nights at 10 PM. Together, they talk his preparation for his character on the show and working with the other actors. Omar also talks about taking over for Wesley Snipes in Major League II and working with Tupac while filming “Juice”. Be sure to follow Omar on Twitter @OmarEpps
Adam and Ben talk with longtime stand-up comedian, Christopher Titus (@TitusNation). They discuss his upcoming film Special Unit, and the meaning behind it, plus his current tour. Chris also delves into his past, including his sitcom from 2000-2002 and previous comedy specials. Head over to Chris’s YouTube channel for some of the videos mentioned on the episode, and to www.christophertitus.com for past specials and more!
It’s your all in one spot for all of the interviews that we had at this years’s Harrisburg Comic Con. Our own Adam Gori kept busy having conversations with some of the great guests from this years event, starting first with Randy Havens who you would know from the Netflix original “Stranger Things”. Next up, Adam sat down the “The Flash’s” Michelle Harrison with special guest crashers Brett Dalton (Agents of Shield) and Matt Letscher (Legends of Tomorrow). Finally Adam has a one on one with Davi...
On the latest episode, Adam talks to director Ira Rosensweig. They discuss Ira’s work as the editor, producer and director for NBC’s digital mockumentary Mystery Now, a prequel to their new comedy Trial & Error starring John Lithgow. Ira also talks about his local roots, his path to directing and much more. You can watch Mystery Now anytime on NBC’s website.
On this Double Sized edition of The Showcast Spotlight, we welcome DOUBLE the guests. Ben and Adam are rejoined by Brad Sherwood and Colin Mochrie who join the program (back to back) to promote their tour of An Evening with Colin and Brad.
This edition of The Showcast Spotlight welcomes a guest we’ve long anticipated having on the show, the one and only Robin Lord Taylor from FOX’s “Gotham”. Ben and Adam discuss with RLT his thoughts on playing the notorious Oswald Cobblepot on the show, living up to the expectations of the character, and even his first movie role in the film “Accepted”. Be sure watch Gotham Monday’s at 8:00 on FOX and follow Robin on both Instagram and Twitter
This time around Adam and Steve speak with Angelica Bridges, one of this season’s contestants on FOX’s reality competition show, Kicking and Screaming. Angelica talks about her time on the show, what it was like trying to survive in the wild, and if she would do it again. She also talks a little about her past on Baywatch, as well as the upcoming film! Follow Angelica (@Angelicabridges) on both Twitter and Instagram.
On this edition of The Showcast Spotlight, Ben chats one on one with the lovely Tawny Cypress from NBC’s new series, The Blacklist: Redemption. Together they talk working with the cast and if being a part of a spin-off series creates any challenges. They also compare notes from both being Jersey born and even geek out about both being gamers. Be sure to follow Tawny on Twitter @TawnyCypress
This time on the Showcast Spotlight, Ben and Steve are joined by actor Mido Hamada from NBC’s series “Emerald City”. Together, the guys make comparisons of Emerald City to The Wizard of Oz, traveling the world as an actor and working with some top tier peers in the world of Hollywood. We also get insight into The Wolf Connection, a fantastic organization that Mido works with which we encourage all of our listeners to check out at wolfconnection.org
This interview finds Adam and Ben talking to Amin El Gamal from FOX’s upcoming continuation of the hit series “Prison Break”. Together they talk Amal’s working on this show, his upcoming role in the independent film Namour, and getting his start in acting. Be sure to follow Amin on Twitter @aminelgamal
Our 4th season of the Showcast Spotlight continues as Ben and Adam get the chance to speak with long awaited guest Teddy Sears from FOX’s upcoming 24: Legacy. The down-to-Earth and fun-loving Teddy talks to the boys about a new chapter for the 24 franchise, working on The Flash and what it’s like being a guest at conventions. This is an interview that is super fun and not to be missed!
It’s the first Showcast Spotlight of the new year and this time around both Adam and Ben are joined Cyber Analyst Landon Stewart who is currently part of the new show “Hunted” on the CBS Network. Together they talk to Landon about ways what we see on TV compares to the job in real life, methods of catching criminals and much, much more! It’s a fun one for sure. Also be sure to check out “Hunted” Wednesday nights 8/9c on CBS.
In this, the final edition of The Showcast Spotlight for the 2016 year, Adam and Ben go out on a high note by welcoming guest Echo Kellum (aka Curtis Holt/Mr. Terrific) from the CW show Arrow. Echo talks his love for sneakers, how he feels about portraying a gay, black superhero, and ambitions outside of the DC universe. That and much more. Be sure to follow Echo on Twitter @EchoK
On this edition of The Showcast Spotlight, Adam and Ben are joined by one of their favorite previous guests, the hilarious Rob Corddry. Rob joins the guys to talk about his upcoming movie “Office Christmas Party” as well as other holiday films, what’s upcoming on the horizon and the craziness of the election. Be sure to follow Rob on Twitter if you don’t already @Robcorddry
Steve and Adam are joined by award-winning actress, producer and entrepreneur, Amber Higgins (@Iamamberhiggins). They talk about Amber’s multiple roles in Me3, a short film she created, produced and stars in. She also discusses her beginnings as a model, transitioning to Hollywood and much more.
This episode of the Showcast Spotlight features actor Bret Green (@Bretjgreen) from the CBS show The Inspectors which airs Saturday mornings. Steve and Ben talk to Bret about the changes in Saturday morning programming, the challenges of acting from a wheelchair, and how he got started in his career.
This time around Adam and Ben are joined by Ming Chen (@MingChen37) from AMC’s Comic Book Men going into it’s 6th season. All three of the guys talk behind the scenes of the show, working with Kevin Smith, and of course geek out on all kinds of pop culture. Be sure to check out Comic Book Men Sunday’s @ Midnight.
Our guest on this edition of The Showcast Spotlight is the lovely Nancy Travis (@NancyATravis) from ABC’s Last Man Standing. Ben and Steve speak with Nancy about making the transition from stage to screen, working with a live studio audience, and being an animal advocate. Last Man Standing can be seen on ABC Friday nights at 8/9c.
This edition of The Showcast Spotlight shines this time on Molly Ephraim (@MollyEphraim) from ABC’s Last Man Standing. We have a great conversation with Molly about her character Mandy Baxter, entering the sixth season of the show, comparisons to Home Improvement and her local upbringing in the Philadelphia area. Last Man Standing can be seen on ABC Friday nights at 8/9c.
The Showcast Spotlight this time around is on Phillip Keene (@PhillipKeene) from TNT’s Major Crimes. Ben and Steve spend some time with Phillip talking about his role of Buzz Watson and its 13 year run (so far). We also talk about his time and travels as a flight attendant before acting as well as whether or not Phillip would like a shot at directing one day.
“Kevin Durand Returns” First podcast with just our guest spotlights and it’s with return guest Kevin Durand (@Kevin_Durand). Steve and Adam talk with Kevin about what he’s been up to since his last appearance on the Showcast and what we can expect from season 3 of The Strain on FX
“The Wiz” This week’s guest is Toby Huss from AMC’s Halt & Catch Fire. Be sure to watch the season 3 premiere. Adam and Ben talk about cooking, football, poorly explained movie plots, plus a big announcement for the future of the Showcast!
Adam and Ben had the pleasure of speaking with David Newell, aka Mailman Mr. McFeely from Mister Roger’s Neighborhood
Adam talks to the host of NBC’s Spartan Ultimate Team Challenge Dhani Jones (@DhaniJones)
This week’s guest is Rhys Darby (@Rhysiedarby) from the new TBS comedy Wrecked. Be sure to watch every Tuesday at 10pm
