Beyond the Mic with Sean Dillon

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

Beyond the Mic features conversations with interesting people from a variety of fields, including authors, musicians, athletes, celebrities and people you need to know. Hosted by Sean Dillon, Beyond the Mic goes deeper with guests than traditional surface conversations. With engaging interviews and relaxed atmosphere, this podcast is perfect for anyone! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

  1. José Raúl from "Mean Girls: On Tour"

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    José Raúl from "Mean Girls: On Tour"

    "Success implies an ideal outcome coming into existence." Welcome José Raúl:We’re joined on the Starline by an actor, vocalist, model and dancer. You’ve seen him in “American Horror Story”, “War Game” and in the North American Tour of CATS. His latest project is as Aaron Samuels in the touring production of “Mean Girls: On Tour” we welcome José Raúl. José, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Does it blow your mind to go from American Pops Orchestra’s Next Gen Winner to being in “Mean Girls”? When someone comes to see “Mean Girls: On Tour” what will their favorite part of the performance be? How many times did you watch the movie and what do you want people to take away from your version of Aaron Samuels? How is it when you are working with so many different Cady’s and Regina’s? Does that change the way you perform and can you give em an eyebrow lift and try to make them laugh? 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 musical you haven’t been in? 2. Do you read more books in paper or electronically? 3. Favorite flavor of ice-cream? 4. Last thing you sketched and what freedom does allow you? 5. Least favorite drink to make as a barista? 6. Which friend of yours gives you the stability you need now? 7. Best thing to give someone from Lululemon? 8. One place you would like to vacation but haven’t yet? The Back Half:After you were awarded a full tuition scholarship at Temple how did your education prepare you for today? How has your love of music changed since you began musical theater? You have brought up the self-doubt you have faced in your life. Why has the role changed the way you believe in your own talents? So, which role is your dream role? You’ve talked about the "the survival jobs, the tears, the doubts, the moments of fear, and all the precious people who nurtured me, consciously and unconsciously, to reach this point". What does reaching this point mean to you now? José, as you reached that inner calming, how has this tour changed you? When you are on the road, what comfort item do you need to have? The Cast:Who on this cast have you bonded closest to and how has their friendship help you? Everyone has dreams, what’s yours? Who was José before when you started and who are you now? Which directors would you love to work with and who inspires you? What do you consider success now? Why do you believe that? One Big Question:You have fought through emotional and verbal abuse, homelessness and unemployment during COVID to thriving today? How did that adversity change the way you see yourself and the world? Sneaking in Two More:Why should people come see “Mean Girls: On Tour”? It won’t be October 3rd when people hear this but, which is your favorite song from the show? The Wrap:He wants to be in Spring Awakenings, loves a great cappuccino and wants you to see “Mean Girls: On Tour” José Raúl thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is Beyond the Mic. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    22 phút
  2. Sisterhood & Storytelling with Daphne Rubin-Vega & Elizabeth Rodriguez on "Allswell in New York"

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    Sisterhood & Storytelling with Daphne Rubin-Vega & Elizabeth Rodriguez on "Allswell in New York"

    "It was just the satisfaction of knowing, like, we're doing this damn thing." - Daphne Rubin-Vega Welcome Daphne and Elizabeth:We’re joined on the Starline by an actress, dancer and singer-songwriter who you’ve seen in “Rent”, “In the Heights”. She’s joined by an actress you’ve seen in “Orange is the New Black”, "Fear the Walking Dead” and so much more. Together they are in the film “Allswell in New York”. We welcome Daphne Rubin-Vega and Elizabeth Rodriguez. Ladies, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Allswell in New York co-written with your costar Liza. How many tweaks did you make in your own character as you wrote it? What made this Tribeca Film Festival award winning story important to tell? How did your own families influence this story? The Rockin' 8:It’s time for the Rockin’ 8, 8 random questions, answer with the first thing that comes to your mind. Since we have two guests, we’ll alternate questions. There is no Pressure. 1. Daphne, you find cooking therapeutic. What’s your go to Sunday dish? 2. Elizabeth, favorite soap opera you haven’t been in? 3. Daphne, place in the Caribbean that if you could be there, you would right now? 4. Elizabeth, what was the best gift someone gave you? 5. Daphne, best Broadway show you’ve seen but not performed in? 6. Elizabeth, favorite place in New York City to just think? 7. Both, what’s the one thing you had to have from craft services every chance you could on set? 8. Both, what did you take home from the set? One Big Question:How has the sisterhood of this powerful cast change you forever? What’s the next project for both of you? The Wrap:Daphne wants to be in Panama right now, Elizabeth loves Central Park and they wants you to watch “Allswell in New York”. Where can people find it? Daphne Rubin-Vega and Elizabeth Rodriguez thanks you so much for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    8 phút
  3. Tripp Whetsell on "Norman Lear: His Life & Times"

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    Tripp Whetsell on "Norman Lear: His Life & Times"

    "He was responsible for such a tectonic change in American television." - Tripp Whetsell Welcome Tripp Whetsell:We’re joined on the Starline by a bestselling author, journalist, historian, publicist and adjunct media studies professor at Emerson College in Boston. His fourth book is “Norman Lear: His Life & Times”. We welcome Tripp Whetsell. Tripp, let’s go Beyond the Mic. You grew up with his shows, you’ve crossed paths and interviewed Norman several times. What made Norman Lear’s story so important for you to get right? As much information out there about him, some information was wrong. How hard was it to separate the wheat from the chaff to finish this project? Lear’s career defining moments were filled with Hollywood treachery and a bunch of lucky breaks. Which is your favorite? 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 place on the Emerson College campus to think? 2. Which is your favorite of your interviews from the Budd Friedman and Tripp Whetsell collection at Emerson? 3. Best moment at the New York Friars Club? 4. Which up and coming comedian makes you laugh today? 5. Best comedy club of all time? 6. One thing about Kliph Nesteroff that makes you smile? 7. What’s the topic of your next book? 8. Hardest question ever. Pick one to boo, heckle or clap: Letterman, Leno or Conan? One Big Question:Norman Lear was part growing up. You wrote a book about him and met him several times. How will he be remembered in the future as network TV has changed with streaming and digital? The Wrap:He loves Sebastian Maniscalco’s comedy, the friendships he made at the New York Friars club and wants you to read “Norman Lear: His Life & Times”. Where can people find it? Tripp Whetsell, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    10 phút
  4. Kat Timpf on Binary Thinking and Bridging the Divide

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    Kat Timpf on Binary Thinking and Bridging the Divide

    "The best way to fight the system is to stop allowing it to make us so readily fight one another." Welcome Kat Timpf:We’re joined on the Starline by a writer, comedian, reporter and libertarian commentator. You’ve seen her on “Gutfeld” and out on her own comedy tour. Her latest book is "I Used To Like You Until... (How Binary Thinking Divides Us)". We welcome Kat Timpf. Kat, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Why was this book needed and will people take their fingers out of their ears to hear it? “Once you pick a side or a lens, you no longer have to think, because the thinking has been done for you.” How has hyper-partisanship hurt issues that Newt Gingrich told me “both parties basically agree on”? “The best way to fight the system is to stop allowing it to make us so readily fight one another.” In creating change people have to take a first step. Who is willing to lead the charge in returning to civility in politics or is Pandora’s Box open? 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. Like you I have insomnia. How long do you sleep on an average night? 2. Best thing about your dog Carl and cat Cheens? 3. Have you had any specific pregnancy cravings? 4. Best tour stop? 5. Do you prefer black or blue ink? 6. Which comedians in your lifetime makes you laugh? 7. Are you an optimist, a pessimist or a realist?  8. Best thing about being from Detroit? Sneaking in One More:How has your husband Cameron changed you? One Big Question:“When we are ‘immersed in hatred,’ we ‘don’t have to do anything.’” Has social media trolls disintegrated conversations online and how do you fix it? The Wrap:She eats way too much peanut butter, thinks she’s a realist and wants you to read her book is "I Used To Like You Until... (How Binary Thinking Divides Us)". Kat Timpf thanks for taking the time to talk with us. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    9 phút
  5. Dave Hill on Comedy, Rock and Roll, and Hockey

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    Dave Hill on Comedy, Rock and Roll, and Hockey

    "I think if I can't add something unique to it, there's really no point in doing it." - Dave Hill Welcome Dave HillWe’re joined on the Starline by author, comedian, musician, actor, radio host and podcaster. Was so happy to quote a reviewer who said he was "utterly masterful." Take that, everyone from high school! Out on tour telling jokes, his latest book is “The Awesome Game”. We welcome the bane of St. Ignatius in Cleveland Dave Hill. Dave, welcome back let’s go Beyond the Mic. You love comedy, rock and roll, hockey among various other activities, how did your family set you up for excellence in all of these? How has your comedy evolved from the beginning to now? Which comedians inspired you growing up? As you head out on tour you get to see so many talented people, who makes you laugh? 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. A couple years ago you shared about your love of marmite, avocado, sriracha and dream toast. What’s your current toast sensation? 2. Which NHL current player would you like to get into an on ice fight with? 3. If anyone knows you online, they know of your parkour brilliance. How many times have you been accidentally racked by a cone? 4. Why did you sell you Gibson Tony Iommi SG Special and what did you replace it with? INSTANT FOLLOWUP: How many do you have and what’s your daily driver for guitars? 5. Worst moment of Fordham University and have they renewed the trespass order? 6. Best black Sabbath song ever? 7. Chess, Checkers or Uno? 8. Best thing about your dog Lu? The Back Half:When you first get to a city for a show, what’s the 1st think you look to find in the city? What’s the one thing you take on tour, a comfort item from home? If you write a follow up to “The Awesome Game” what story that got cut would be the first one we’d read about? Why is it frustrating for you seeing hockey not as the #4 sport in America? Other than the Islanders, which NHL hockey team annoys you the most and why? If you could be the NHL commissioner, what one change would you make to the game you love so much? John Oliver loosely stars in your latest music video for your band Valley Lodge. Who is the one person that you need to be in your next video? Who’s the most dangerous of the Dangerous Snakes Who Hate B******t? We talked about this for a minute last time but I wanted to give you more time, this time. How did Joe Franklin influence you as a writer, comedian and author? Who would call you their biggest cheerleader? One Big Question:Best memory of your mom Bernadette? The Impossible Question:What is the definition of your soul in 10 words or less? He has more than 35 guitars, used to enjoy backgammon as a kid and wants you to watch him on tour. Where can people find you online? The Wrap:Our on tour, making people laugh, his latest book is “The Awesome Game”. Dave Hill thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is Beyond the Mic. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    36 phút
  6. Dim Sum, Family, and Fear: Ricky He’s Journey on “From”

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    Dim Sum, Family, and Fear: Ricky He’s Journey on “From”

    Welcome Ricky HeWe’re joined on the Starline by an actor, who you’ve seen in “A Million Little Things”, “The Good Doctor”, and now in the award winning horror TV series “From” we welcome Ricky He. Ricky, let’s go Beyond the Mic. What was the main reason this script called to you? When you first started you were told “any character has the potential of dying”. How does that fire you up as an actor, to give it your all with each take? How many times, when you get the  weekly script, have you been tempted to just go to the back couple of pages and see if you’re still there at the end? If there was one question about the show you would want answered, so the fans would stop asking you, what is the question, not the answer, but the question itself? 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. What song on your playlist gets played the most? 2. Do you tend to follow your heart or your head? 3. Best Muhammad Ali fight ever was against who? 4. What was your best and worst class in school? 5. You said once “I’m still being recognized at dimsum restaurants for being my dad’s son who does blinds and curtains.” What’s your typical dimsum order? 6. Would you rather have endless love or endless money? 7. When you fought Muay Thai last, did you win? 8. Which Rush Hour movie is the best? The Back Half:Where did your love of acting come from and how has it evolved? What’s the best thing about your Mom? What is the dominant trait you get from your Dad? How has your son and family changed the way you see portraying Kenny in “From”? Who is the person you depend on that isn’t family now? How has your relationship with Harold Perrineau grown from season 1 to today? Do you think when “From” ends you will arrange a buddy movie with Corteon Moore & Harold? So who’s the practical joker on the set, and who has gotten you lately? Why has the monsters in “From” changed you and the way you sleep at night? You studied psychology at university, what’s the one thing you are still trying to figure out in your own life? Staying Grounded:How do you keep yourself grounded when you’ve been successful doing so many incredible roles? What interests you now? How does “the process” and growth you’ve accomplished help you as an actor? So, what do you consider success now and how has your thoughts on success changed? You talked about maxing stats, which video game do you play? Who would you love to do a show / movie with? How has this cast gone from just a group of actors and actresses to a family that will come together to defend each other if the zombie apocalypse actually happen? The Impossible Question:What’s one story of you growing up that would help people know you and understand you better? Two Big Questions:What’s the one real life rejection-friend zoning-heartbreak did you draw on for all the pain Kenny seems to experience each week?  Have you ever walked into the writers room and said “enough can’t we give this kid a break for once?” Have you did you ever do “hey girl, I’m on a TV show now… did you ever rub salt into that wound”? Sneaking in one More:“Clock is ticking for us” What is the most important thing for you to show your kids while your still here? The Wrap:He’s a Southpaw, loves the Beatles and the Rush Hour series. See him as Kenny in “From” on MGM+, Ricky He thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is Beyond the Mic. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac -...

    29 phút
  7. From Springsteen to Punk Rock: Nick Corasaniti on The Stone Pony Legacy

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    From Springsteen to Punk Rock: Nick Corasaniti on The Stone Pony Legacy

    "There's few places in the world, it's like Asbury Park, New Orleans, maybe Nashville, that you can walk into a place like the Stone Pony and have no idea what's going to happen." -Nick Corasaniti Welcome Nick: We’re joined on the Starline by a politics, voting and democracy reporter for the New York Times and home for the campaign food report. His book doesn’t have anything to do with any of the above but about the famous nightclub in New Jersey in “I Don’t Want to Go Home: The Oral History of The Stone Pony.” We welcome Nick Corasaniti. Nick, let’s go Beyond the Mic. How did Asbury Park’s resurgence compare to the consistency of The Stone Pony after all these years? What does the Stone Pony mean as a cornerstone of your life? You’ve said in interviews you started going to the Stone Pony in the 90’s but you started college at Ithaca in 2004. What was the best punk rock show you saw at the Pony and what was the name on your fake id? and it could have all disappeared if one of the bikers could have gotten a clean shot at the owner... 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. Most underrated Bruce Springsteen song of all time? 2. How long did it take you to write the book? 3. Best memory at the United Nations? 4. How many Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits have you had in one sitting? 5. Most underappreciated place to eat in Asbury Park? 6. Yes, No or Maybe: The NYC Congestion Pricing Program was doomed to fail from the beginning? 7. Which rock and roller needs to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame next? 8. What’s the most shocking moment of your life? Sneaking in One More:What’s the one special memory that you will share with anyone who asks about The Stone Pony? One Big Question:How do you explain in less the 25 words the impact of The Stone Pony and those “Good Ghosts” to someone who has never been there before? The Wrap:He wrote the book in 4 years but lived the book his entire life. He thinks Warren Zevon needs into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame next and wants you to read “I Don’t Want to Go Home: The Oral History of The Stone Pony”, Nick Corasaniti, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    9 phút
  8. Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll Jr.: Ghosts, Panama, and NCIS Secrets

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    Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll Jr.: Ghosts, Panama, and NCIS Secrets

    "I think that this story is eye, uh, opening in some ways because people who think they know about Operation Just Cause or Noriega or this time in history, uh, are gonna learn a few things." Leon Carroll Jr. Welcome Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll Jr:We’re joined on the Starline by a NCIS retired Special Agent and a former football player and a former football player and actor who plays a retired NCIS Special Agent. They’ve come together again on the road to a 2nd NYT bestseller with “Ghosts of Panama”. We welcome Leon Carroll Jr. and Mark Harmon. Friends, let’s go Beyond the Mic. Gentlemen. You both are always willing to share hidden experiences of NIS/NCIS agents. Why was this the perfect story to tell? Mark, as you examined long-buried documents, what’s the one fact from this that amazed you? You’ve covered Honolulu, and Panama. Where will the “Ghosts” series go next? 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. Since we have two guests, we’ll alternate questions. 1. Leon, how many toothpicks did you chew during the writing of this book? 2. Mark, are you in favor or against UCLA playing in the Big 10? 3. Leon, best place on the North Dakota State campus to study? 4. Mark, who was the better football player, you or Leon?  5. Leon, favorite of all your locations you served as a NCIS Special Agent?  6. Mark, one thing your wife Pam depends on you to do? 7. Leon, best thing about Mark?  8. Mark, best thing about Leon? Sneaking in One More:What causes NIS / NCIS to be needed and their stories told more than ever today? One Big Question:Mike Gneckow said “if their motivations is to make a difference, to do something important, they are interested in what your motivations are.” How has your motivations evolved from the first book to now? The Wrap:Mark likes UCLA in the Big 10. Leon loved his time in Panama. And they want you to read their second book “Ghosts of Panama” Leon Carroll Jr. Mark Harmon thanks for taking the time to talk with us today. And that my friends is a Beyond the Mic Short Cut. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

    7 phút
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Beyond the Mic features conversations with interesting people from a variety of fields, including authors, musicians, athletes, celebrities and people you need to know. Hosted by Sean Dillon, Beyond the Mic goes deeper with guests than traditional surface conversations. With engaging interviews and relaxed atmosphere, this podcast is perfect for anyone! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

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