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Today on the Hollywood at Home podcast, Yetide Badaki, best known for her captivating portrayal of Bilquis in the Starz series “American Gods,” shares her journey from Nigeria to Hollywood and the magic that fuels her performances.  Badaki delves into the complexities of her character, a Goddess Queen and how she connects with Bilquis, both on and off-screen, drawing inspiration from Neil Gaiman’s novel that birthed the iconic role. Beyond the glitz and glamour, Badaki proudly flies her geek flag. A devoted fan of Star Wars and Star Trek, she reveals her passion for these iconic franchises. Her versatility extends beyond the realm of gods. Badaki shares her unconventional first interaction on an airplane with Crispin Glover, when he was flying with everything AND the kitchen sink, the comedic side of Sterling K. Brown on the set of "This Is Us," the grounding effect babies have on set, and the profound experience of working with the Antetokounmpo family on Disney's "Rise".

In this episode of the Hollywood at Home podcast, we're joined by talented actor Molly Kunz, known for her compelling performances in "The Irrational," "The Wolf and the Lion", and "Widows". Listeners are in for a treat as Kunz shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories and personal insights from her spansive career. Kunz opens up about her journey on The Wolf and the Lion, where she worked alongside several live apex predators, sharing an amusing yet enlightening look at the challenges and rewards of training a wolf herself. Discover what makes "The Irrational" stand out from typical procedurals, as Kunz delves into its unique focus on human behavior and the motives behind crimes. She also recounts the whirlwind casting process for the show, revealing the surprisingly brief and nerve-wracking audition that landed her the role. Additionally, Kunz reflects on the joy and spontaneity of working with Laverne Cox on "Doubt," where impromptu singing and dancing between takes created a uniquely vibrant atmosphere. Listen to this episode for an engaging conversation with Molly Kunz, offering a window into the world of an actor and the extraordinary moments that shape their craft.

Travina Springer is no stranger to on-screen success, with roles in Disney’s “Ms. Marvel”, Comedy Central’s “Tosh.0”, Warner Bros.’ "The Mule", and more. Most recently, she has been delighting fans and critics with her performance as Kylie on NBC’s hit show, “The Irrational”. Springer’s unique background, in both comedy and as an American Sign Language interpreter, has given her range and depth. She has brought laughs to procedural crime shows and focus to underrepresented communities. This week, on Hollywood at Home, Springer opens up about her career and craft, sharing stories from the set and reflections on the landscape of the entertainment industry. She’s worked alongside Jesse L. Martin, improvised with Clint Eastwood, and interpreted for Jamie Foxx - but Springer is just getting started. 

Mike Glazer’s path through the world of comedy has been far from conventional. The writer and standup was a hockey goalie, a doorman, and a bartender before working his way up through the ranks of Second City. Flash forward, Glazer has now established himself as a comedic force to be reckoned with, whose Emmy-nominated work has featured the likes of John Stewart, Billy Crystal, and Paul Rudd. 
This week on Hollywood at Home, Glazer reflects on his journey, his career, and the evolution of comedy - all with his trademark, razor-sharp wit. From interrupting Chris Rock in a meeting, to taking notes from Sarah Silverman, to competing with Andrew Lloyd Weber at the Emmys – Glazer never fails to find lessons, levity, and laughter. 

Joel Kim Booster, an actor, standup comedian, screenwriter, and executive producer, epitomizes the multi-hyphenate talent. His filmography includes notable roles in “Loot,” “Fire Island,” and “Search Party,” making him a multi-talent to keep an eye on.This week, Booster joins “Hollywood at Home” for an insightful discussion about his diverse career. He has shared laughs on screen alongside luminaries such as Maya Rudolph, Bowen Yang, and Margaret Cho, earning two Emmy nominations along the way. Joel fearlessly tackles the current state of comedy and delves into the intricacies of representation in the entertainment industry. Whether drawing inspiration from Jane Austen, filming a comedy special, conducting E. coli tests in the Long Island Sound, starring in a hit show, or sharing TikToks with an SNL legend, Booster consistently delivers humor, incisiveness, and entertainment.

Sascha Penn is a screenwriter at the forefront of his craft. With Creed II, The Magnificent Seven, and “Power” under his belt, he has been churning out box office hits and ratings giants for years. Now, in his third season as showrunner for Starz’s “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” Penn is taking on a John Grisham adaptation, and keeping his foot on the gas.
On this week’s episode of Hollywood at Home, Penn shares knowledge garnered from a career that has seen him penciling dialogue for Sylvester Stallone, Patina Miller, Denzel Washington, Tessa Thompson, Ethan Hawke, Chris Pratt, Michael B. Jordan, and more. 
With insights on pitching shows, casting characters, and running sets, Penn tells us what it takes to get from an idea to the screen. With bonus stories from his years producing Hannah Montana concerts and marketing for the New York Knicks, this is one you don’t want to miss.