Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon

"It was a time of stillness, which had been absent in my life for a long time." – Bruce Dickinson
Welcome Bruce DickinsonWe’re joined on the Starline by one of the most talented men alive. He can fly a 747, champion fencer, public speaker, visionary and one hell of a rock and roller. His latest effort is “The Mandrake Project.” We welcome the talented Bruce Dickinson.
Bruce, let’s go Beyond the Mic. In lockdown during the pandemic you created the treatment for “The Mandrake Project” equal parts comic book series and modern metal album. How did this give your creativity a boost?
When putting together the comic book, did you have a lean of which universe your project would play better in, DC or Marvel?
You played two nights at the Whisky a Go Go as “The House Band of Hell” warming up for your tour to a full house as you’re on tour in Mexico, Brazil, UK, France Holland, Romania, Poland, and Sweden. Where is your favorite venue you’ve ever played at?
Why did you decide to change from foil fencing to epee?
One Big Question:Who’s the secret inside “The Mandrake Project”?
The Wrap:Wanted his comic book to be like the Watchman, a venue with no people is like a pub with no beer and he wants you to check out “The Mandrake Project.” Legendary Rocker Bruce Dickinson thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.


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“The longer you live,” his old man said, “the more funerals you go to. You live long enough, you go to your own.” – Don Winslow in “City in Ruins”
Welcome Don Winslow:We’re joined on the Starline by the author of twenty five acclaimed, award-winning international bestsellers. You’ve read “City on Fire” , “City of Dreams” his final novel finishes the Danny Ryan Trilogy “City in Ruins”. We welcome the man enjoying his final tour, final book, but hopefully not his final conversation with us, author Don Winslow.
My friend, great to talk to you again, let’s go Beyond the Mic.
“The longer you live,” his old man said, “the more funerals you go to. You live long enough, you go to your own.” How was writing this final book, 30 years in the making, different than any other you’ve written before?
Your parents loved books and they made sure you were surrounded by them, what type of book did your mom try to put into your hands no matter how hard you protested?
39 years of unconditional support from your wife Jean. As these last days of media and book tours come to an end. What’s the 1st thing you want to do with her?
What does your character Danny Ryan mean to you?
The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. You can’t escape it Don, there is no Pressure.
1. If you got arrested, who’s your one call to?
2. How do you drink your coffee?
3. Which are the five newspapers your read every morning?
4. If your hometown was going to name a street for you, what would you like it called?
5. Are you more worried about doing things right or doing the right things?
6. Favorite trivia game?
7. Which bookstore on your tour is the one that will be the hardest to leave?
8. Your favorite memory in your time in books?
The Back Half:At one point in your life you have less than $50 to your name. Today, you have bestseller after bestseller, as well as a digital army of friends and a life lived well. How would you describe the emotions you have today?
People are calling the Danny Ryan Trilogy your masterpiece, how does that make you feel?
Who are the writers that influence you to where you are today?
Why was it important for you to finish your career with “City of Ruins”?
When you got the 1st copy of the hard cover in your hand what emotions did you feel?
Two Nearly Impossible Question:As you approach the beginning of a new journey, how has completing Danny Ryan’s journey give you closure for you?
When Austin Butler finishes the “City of Ruins” movie, will you consider your journey complete?
I think you still win best looking bald man of all time…
The Wrap:He hates trivia, loves his coffee black and wants you to read his final novel “City of Ruins” our friend Don Winslow that you so much for taking the time to talk with us.
You too, and that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.


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"A podcast is truly the perfect medium to tell this story because... you can travel the world in your mind." – Lars Jacobson
Welcome Lars JacobsonWe’re joined on the Starline by a film and television writer, podcaster and executive producer of the feature film “Novocaine”. His latest project based on true events is “Fodor’s Guide to Espionage” centered on Eugene Fodor, travel writer who used his job to spy for the CIA. We welcome Lars Jacobson.
Lars, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Why was making a podcast of Fodor important for you?
What story about Eugene shocked you the most?
Which episode is the one you can’t wait for people to hear and why?
The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.
1. You have so many projects going, podcasts, major motion pictures, and a limited series on Peacock. What do you do to relax?
2. Place you would have like to visit on the basis of Fodor’s travel guide?
3. What scares you the most?
4. When flying do you sit in the aisle, middle or window seat?
5. What do you pamper yourself with?
6. If you could write for any actor, who would you want reading your lines?
7. 1st thing you bought after you got your 1st paycheck?
8. Charity that holds a special place in your heart? 
One Big Question:What’s the one thing you want people to get out of this story?
The Wrap:He loves travelling, needs the window seat and wants you to hear “Fodor’s Guide to Espionage” Lars Jacobson thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.


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"I ​just ​thought ​it ​was ​a ​really ​wonderful ​idea ​of ​the ​nature ​of ​forgiveness ​in ​our ​society.”  – Stephen Moyer
Welcome Stephen Moyer:We’re joined on the Starline by an actor and film director. You’ve seen him in "True Blood", "After Ever Happy", "Prince Valiant" and many others. His latest project for the former head choir boy is directing his wife in “A Bit of Light”. We welcome Stephen Moyer.
Stephen, let’s go Beyond the Mic. “A Bit of Light” has been a sensation on the festival circuit and is now heading to theatres. Why was this such a challenging project for you other than directing your wife?
How does previously working with Rebecca Callard heighten your own expectations of this project?
What did you learn from directing “The Parting Glass” that made “A Bit of Light” easier for you?
The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.
1. Best thing about your wife Anna?
2. Last West Ham match you watched live and did they win?
3. Best thing from craft services?
4. If you could ask the King of England, one question, what would you ask?  
5. One thing that made your kids Lilac, Billy, Charlie, Poppy so much fun growing up?
6. How did your romance with Anna change the way you see love?
7. Most memorable class at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art? 
8. Favorite movie you’ll watch no matter wherever it is when you turn it on?
One Big Question:How does the theme of love and redemption not only fill “A Bit of Light” but your own life?
The Wrap:He’s a cheese freak, would ask the King about his toilet and wants you to watch “A Bit of Light” Stephen Moyer thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.


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"When you have a youngster standing next to you, especially when that youngster happens to be someone you care about more than anybody else in the world, you do start to see things through different eyes." – Elizabeth Hurley
Welcome Elizabeth and Damien Hurley:We’re joined on the Starline by a family of models and actors. You’ve seen her in "Austin Powers", "The Royals" and "Gossip Girl". Her son has been directing short films since 8 and was in The Royals at 14. She promised him to be in his first feature film and she kept her word in the thriller “Strictly Confidential”. We welcome Elizabeth and Damien Hurley
Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic “Strictly Confidential” is a story of sex, betrayal and murder. Elizabeth, there are plenty of stories people will say about this movie, but boring isn’t one. Did working on this film change your perspective on moviemaking?
Damien, what was the biggest challenge as a director especially directing you know who?
Elizabeth, you’ve called working with Damien “liberating” why?
The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.
1. Damien, one thing your mom nagged about growing up?
2. Elizabeth, best gift your son ever gave you?
3. Elizabeth, favorite color?
4. Damien, best place to think?
5. Elizabeth, how many different bikinis from your line did you sneak into the movie?
6. Damien, which star would you like to direct next?
7. Elizabeth, favorite breed of dog?
8. Damien, your dream was to film your 1st feature film starring your mother. What’s your next dream?
The Family Sized Two Big Questions:Did this 1st movie give you both comfort in working again on another project?
Will the Monarchy survive in twenty years?
The Wrap:Elizabeth has each one of Damien’s handmade cards, Damien couldn’t keep his room clean to save is life growing up. They want you to watch the thriller “Strictly Confidential”. Elizabeth &  Damien Hurley thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
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"I said, at least this shit knows it's shit. In Hollywood, there's a lot of people that think that they're the shit, but they're actually the shit, if you know what I mean."
Welcome Scott Valentine:We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, voice actor and producer. You’ve seen him in “Family Ties”, “Demon Lover” and ‘The Unborn II”. Once told he would never walk again after an accident, he’s thriving as the Head of Production at Red Coral Universe. We welcome Scott Valentine.
Ayyy Scott, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Red Coral Universe is an artist first streaming platform. Who pitched who on this idea and why is it so groundbreaking?
You have more than 15 years in the field of financial structuring and business consulting. How did managing and helping businesses help you today with Red Coral?
The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. There is no Pressure.
1. When playing Nick in Family Ties, how much did you bench?
2. You have faced adversity in your life, who’s the one person who has offered their hand to lift you up when you have fallen the most?
3. Best place in Saratoga Springs?
4. What’s the one thing you’ve done in your life, you treasure the most?
5. Favorite thing you got from your kids growing up?
6. Last show you binged watched?
7. Did you ever think about launching an idea on Kickstarter?
8. Which movie in your opinion has the best special effects?
One Big Questions:What’s the best thing and worst thing about Hollywood?
The Wrap:He loves going around Caroline Street, cannot get enough love from his kids and last binge watched Ozark.
Scott where can people find Red Coral Universe?
Scott, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today.
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