Synopsis
Entertainment(x) is a podcast where I get to the soul and drive of top performers in the entertainment industry.
Episodes
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Kyle McMahon Part 2: Heart, Overcoming, and Pop Culture
18/02/2021 Duration: 29minKyle McMahon (kylemcmahon.me)(IG:@kmacmusic)(TW:@KMacMusic)(LI:@kyledmcmahon) is an active media millennial. As an iHeart Radio on-air personality, Kyle has a weekend show on 92.9 TOM-FM and hosts the Pop Culture Weekly Podcast. As 111/Warner recording artist K.Mac (Kyle Mac) he is currently working on his debut SchizoSONIC which features such superstar collaborators as Monte Pittman (Madonna, Adam Lambert, Prong), Alex G (Justin Timberlake), The Passengerz (Madonna , Seal, Cher) and The Underground (Justin Timberlake, LFO). His first music video “A Letter 2 My Younger Self (Fatherless Sons)” hit 100,000 views in its first month. As a four time guest on the Emmy winning Oprah’s Lifeclass, Kyle McMahon has become the face of fatherless sons. Through his work with fatherless sons issues, he joined with NBC‘s Veronica De La Cruz and Everclear‘s Art Alexakis to create the Stand Up Man Up campaign – spawned from And Then There Were Two, a non-profit promoting responsible fatherhood.
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Kyle McMahon Part 1: Heart, Overcoming, and Pop Culture
15/02/2021 Duration: 36minKyle McMahon (kylemcmahon.me)(IG:@kmacmusic)(TW:@KMacMusic)(LI:@kyledmcmahon) is an active media millennial. As an iHeart Radio on-air personality, Kyle has a weekend show on 92.9 TOM-FM and hosts the Pop Culture Weekly Podcast. As 111/Warner recording artist K.Mac (Kyle Mac) he is currently working on his debut SchizoSONIC which features such superstar collaborators as Monte Pittman (Madonna, Adam Lambert, Prong), Alex G (Justin Timberlake), The Passengerz (Madonna , Seal, Cher) and The Underground (Justin Timberlake, LFO). His first music video “A Letter 2 My Younger Self (Fatherless Sons)” hit 100,000 views in its first month. As a four time guest on the Emmy winning Oprah’s Lifeclass, Kyle McMahon has become the face of fatherless sons. Through his work with fatherless sons issues, he joined with NBC‘s Veronica De La Cruz and Everclear‘s Art Alexakis to create the Stand Up Man Up campaign – spawned from And Then There Were Two, a non-profit promoting responsible fatherhood.
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Liz Callaway Part 2: Kindness, Hope and Learning
11/02/2021 Duration: 31minLiz Callaway(lizcallaway.com)(TW:@LizGoesOn)(IG:@lizgoeson)(YT:@LizCallawayOfficial)(FB:@LizCallawayOfficial) is a Tony nominee and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer and recording artist. She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along, received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in Baby, and for five years, won acclaim as Grizabella in Cats. She has also starred in the original casts of Miss Saigon, The Three Musketeers, and The Look of Love. Off-Broadway she received a Drama Desk nomination for her performance in The Spitfire Grill (Playwrights Horizons), and also appeared in Brownstone (Roundabout), No Way to Treat a Lady, Marry Me a Little, and Godspell. Other New York appearances include the legendary Follies in Concert at Lincoln Center, A Stephen Sondheim Evening, Fiorello!(Encores!), and Hair in Concert. Regional and international credits include Dot in Sunday in the Park with George, Eva Peron in Evita, Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, the European premiere of S
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Liz Callaway Part 1: Kindness, Hope and Learning
08/02/2021 Duration: 31minLiz Callaway(lizcallaway.com)(TW:@LizGoesOn)(IG:@lizgoeson)(YT:@LizCallawayOfficial)(FB:@LizCallawayOfficial) is a Tony nominee and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer and recording artist. She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along, received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in Baby, and for five years, won acclaim as Grizabella in Cats. She has also starred in the original casts of Miss Saigon, The Three Musketeers, and The Look of Love. Off-Broadway she received a Drama Desk nomination for her performance in The Spitfire Grill (Playwrights Horizons), and also appeared in Brownstone (Roundabout), No Way to Treat a Lady, Marry Me a Little, and Godspell. Other New York appearances include the legendary Follies in Concert at Lincoln Center, A Stephen Sondheim Evening, Fiorello!(Encores!), and Hair in Concert. Regional and international credits include Dot in Sunday in the Park with George, Eva Peron in Evita, Norma Desmond in Sunset Boulevard, the European premiere of S
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Billy Porter Part 2 "Fear, Permission and Thriving"
04/02/2021 Duration: 37minBilly Porter (IG-@theebillyporter TW-@theebillyporter) best known for his Emmy-winning performance as Pray Tell on FX's Pose, though he's appeared in American Horror Story and Law & Order. In addition, he's a celebrated theater actor, having won a Tony Award for his performance in Kinky Boots. And in the latest casting news, Porter will be playing the Fairy Godmother in the live-action remake of Cinderella along with Camila Cabello in the titular role. also directs and writes new works. We talk about everything from his journey through college to the present day. He shares some very enlightening pieces of information that I feel all of us can benefit from. This man is truly a trail blazer, challenging the social norm and standing up for what is right. I was blown away from this episode. Fasten your seatbelts and Enjoy!
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Billy Porter Part 1 "Fear, Permission and Thriving"
01/02/2021 Duration: 31minBilly Porter (IG-@theebillyporter TW-@theebillyporter) best known for his Emmy-winning performance as Pray Tell on FX's Pose, though he's appeared in American Horror Story and Law & Order. In addition, he's a celebrated theater actor, having won a Tony Award for his performance in Kinky Boots. And in the latest casting news, Porter will be playing the Fairy Godmother in the live-action remake of Cinderella along with Camila Cabello in the titular role. also directs and writes new works. We talk about everything from his journey through college to the present day. He shares some very enlightening pieces of information that I feel all of us can benefit from. This man is truly a trail blazer, challenging the social norm and standing up for what is right. I was blown away from this episode. Fasten your seatbelts and Enjoy!
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Judine Somerville Part 2 Attitude, Altitude, and "Fabulosity"
28/01/2021 Duration: 37minJudine Somerville(justjudine.com)(IG:@judinesomerville) is the recipient of the Stephen A. Goldberg Award, the F. Lammot Belin Arts Scholarship, and the Legacy Robe Honor, awarded to the ensemble member who has performed in the most Broadway musicals. She has performed in five original Broadway musicals, including the eight-time Tony-Award winning Musical HAIRSPRAY, where she was part of the original singing trio sensation The Dynamites. Judine also reprised her role for NBC's HAIRSPRAYLIVE directed by Kenny Leon and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. Including cast members: Harvey Fierstein, Martin Short, Jennifer Hudson, Kristin Chenoweth, Ariana Grande, Dove Cameron, Sean Hayes and Rosie O'Donnell. Judine is a former Rockette at Radio City Music Hall, and is an accomplished Musical Theatre performer with an impressive list of credits. A Motivational Speaker Dance Fitness Leader she is invited to speak around the world at Educational & Wellness Conferences as well as family & woman organizations. Usin
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Judine Somerville Part 1 Attitude, Altitude, and "Fabulosity"
25/01/2021 Duration: 32minJudine Somerville(justjudine.com)(IG:@judinesomerville) is the recipient of the Stephen A. Goldberg Award, the F. Lammot Belin Arts Scholarship, and the Legacy Robe Honor, awarded to the ensemble member who has performed in the most Broadway musicals. She has performed in five original Broadway musicals, including the eight-time Tony-Award winning Musical HAIRSPRAY, where she was part of the original singing trio sensation The Dynamites. Judine also reprised her role for NBC's HAIRSPRAYLIVE directed by Kenny Leon and choreographed by Jerry Mitchell. Including cast members: Harvey Fierstein, Martin Short, Jennifer Hudson, Kristin Chenoweth, Ariana Grande, Dove Cameron, Sean Hayes and Rosie O'Donnell. Judine is a former Rockette at Radio City Music Hall, and is an accomplished Musical Theatre performer with an impressive list of credits. A Motivational Speaker Dance Fitness Leader she is invited to speak around the world at Educational & Wellness Conferences as well as family & woman organizations. Usin
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Ayn Gailey Part 2: Psychology, Pornology, and Honesty
21/01/2021 Duration: 48minAyn Gailey (ayngailey.com)(FB:@ayngailey)(IG:@ayngailey)(TW:@AynGailey)is an accomplished writer in multiple mediums. We discuss her process and among so many topics. This is her quote from her website and I think it sums Ayn up pretty darn well. "This is where I honor that quiet is stronger than loud; that substance will always trump status; that real leaders don't obsess over creating more followers (because they're busy creating more leaders). This is also where I share work that I create for myself and others, with some rumination and occasional lolly-gagging along the way. Other writers, artists, and intellectuals will be invited to do the same in The Honest Q & A's. Until our paths cross again, please make yourself at home." Ladies and Gentleman, Ayn Gailey. Enjoy!
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Ayn Gailey Part 1: Psychology, Pornology, and Honesty
18/01/2021 Duration: 38minAyn Gailey (ayngailey.com)(FB:@ayngailey)(IG:@ayngailey)(TW:@AynGailey)is an accomplished writer in multiple mediums. We discuss her process and among so many topics. This is her quote from her website and I think it sums Ayn up pretty darn well. "This is where I honor that quiet is stronger than loud; that substance will always trump status; that real leaders don't obsess over creating more followers (because they're busy creating more leaders). This is also where I share work that I create for myself and others, with some rumination and occasional lolly-gagging along the way. Other writers, artists, and intellectuals will be invited to do the same in The Honest Q & A's. Until our paths cross again, please make yourself at home." Ladies and Gentleman, Ayn Gailey. Enjoy!
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Ashley Brown Part 2 on "Mary Poppins," Goals, and Positivity
14/01/2021 Duration: 30minAshley Brown (IG:@ashleybrown9) TW:@ashleybrown9)(FB: @AshleyBrownonline)(ashleybrownonline.com) originated the title role in “Mary Poppins” on Broadway for which she received Outer Critics, Drama League and Drama Desk nominations for Best Actress. Ms. Brown also starred as Mary Poppins in the national tour of Mary Poppins where she garnered a 2010 Garland award for “Best Performance in a Musical”. Ms. Brown’s other Broadway credits include Belle in "The Beauty and The Beast", and she has starred in the national tour of Disney's "On The Record". Ashley recently returned to the Lyric Opera of Chicago to star in the role of Laurey in “Oklahoma”. She previously played Magnolia opposite Nathan Gunn in Francesca Zembello’s “Showboat” at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Ashley has performed with virtually all of the top orchestras in North America including the Boston Pops, the New York Philharmonic, The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra at Disney Hall, The Pittsburgh Symphony, the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall (three ti
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Ashley Brown Part 1 on "Mary Poppins," Goals, and Positivity
11/01/2021 Duration: 22minAshley Brown (IG:@ashleybrown9) TW:@ashleybrown9)(FB: @AshleyBrownonline)(ashleybrownonline.com) originated the title role in “Mary Poppins” on Broadway for which she received Outer Critics, Drama League and Drama Desk nominations for Best Actress. Ms. Brown also starred as Mary Poppins in the national tour of Mary Poppins where she garnered a 2010 Garland award for “Best Performance in a Musical”. Ms. Brown’s other Broadway credits include Belle in "The Beauty and The Beast", and she has starred in the national tour of Disney's "On The Record". Ashley recently returned to the Lyric Opera of Chicago to star in the role of Laurey in “Oklahoma”. She previously played Magnolia opposite Nathan Gunn in Francesca Zembello’s “Showboat” at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Ashley has performed with virtually all of the top orchestras in North America including the Boston Pops, the New York Philharmonic, The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra at Disney Hall, The Pittsburgh Symphony, the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall (three ti
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Clayton Howe: Goals | Gratitude | Grace
04/01/2021 Duration: 23minClayton Howe (IG: @inclaynation) Happy 2021!! We made it. Another year. Another beautiful opportunity to grow, love, and live. I hope this episode will spark a new thought in you towards your happiness and goals!! Enjoy!
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Marc Winski Part 2: Theatre Business, Acting, and Stuttering
31/12/2020 Duration: 30minMarc Winski(IG:@marcwinski)(TW:@marcwinski)(TT:@marcwinski) is a professional actor/singer/motivational speaker in NYC and a person who stutters. Marc and I chat about it all from acting to stuttering. He has a fantastic way of educating those on stuttering. I hope you enjoy the chat!
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Marc Winski Part 1:Theatre Business, Acting, and Stuttering
28/12/2020 Duration: 25minMarc Winski(IG:@marcwinski)(TW:@marcwinski)(TT:@marcwinski) is a professional actor/singer/motivational speaker in NYC and a person who stutters. Marc and I chat about it all from acting to stuttering. He has a fantastic way of educating those on stuttering. I hope you enjoy the chat!
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Josh Strickland Part 2: "Tarzan," "Peepshow," Happiness, and Las Vegas
24/12/2020 Duration: 26minJosh Strickland (IG:@joshuajstrick)(joshstrickland.com) is a native of Charleston, South Carolina. In 2006, Strickland created the leading role of Tarzan in Disney's Tarzan – The Broadway Musical on Broadway. In 2009, he made his starring Las Vegas debut in PEEPSHOW at Planet Hollywood Casino & Resort while concurrently co-starring in the hit E! reality show Holly's World. Strickland debuted his first single "Report to the Floor", which skyrocketed to the top five on the iTunes Dance Charts the first week of it's release, followed by "Last Dance". In 2013, Strickland joined the cast of Vegas! The Show at the Planet Hollywood Casino & Resort in Las Vegas in a starring role. Mr. Strickland recently appeared in an all-star cast at the Royal Albert Hall in London with Disney's Broadway Hits. In May 2017, he will be reprising his role as Tarzan in Disney's Musical Tarzan in Oberhausen Germany at the Stage Metronom Theater.
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Josh Strickland Part 1: "Tarzan," "Peepshow," Happiness and Las Vegas
21/12/2020 Duration: 21minJosh Strickland (IG:@joshuajstrick)(joshstrickland.com) is a native of Charleston, South Carolina. In 2006, Strickland created the leading role of Tarzan in Disney's Tarzan – The Broadway Musical on Broadway. In 2009, he made his starring Las Vegas debut in PEEPSHOW at Planet Hollywood Casino & Resort while concurrently co-starring in the hit E! reality show Holly's World. Strickland debuted his first single "Report to the Floor", which skyrocketed to the top five on the iTunes Dance Charts the first week of it's release, followed by "Last Dance". In 2013, Strickland joined the cast of Vegas! The Show at the Planet Hollywood Casino & Resort in Las Vegas in a starring role. Mr. Strickland recently appeared in an all-star cast at the Royal Albert Hall in London with Disney's Broadway Hits. In May 2017, he will be reprising his role as Tarzan in Disney's Musical Tarzan in Oberhausen Germany at the Stage Metronom Theater.
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Danielle Wade Part 2: "Mean Girls," The Wizard of Oz," Positivity, and Life
17/12/2020 Duration: 28minDanielle Wade (IG:@daniewade)Proud Canadian. Winner of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Over The Rainbow.’ Broadway: Mean Girls (Standby Cady/Janis). Tour: The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy). Select Regional Credits: Stratford Festival’s The Music Man (Marian Paroo), From Here to Eternity (Lorene), Into The Woods (Cinderella). We cover a little bit of everything from entertainment dreams to Mean Girls. Enjoy!
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Danielle Wade Part 1: "Mean Girls," "The Wizard of Oz," Positivity, and Life
14/12/2020 Duration: 31minDanielle Wade (IG:@daniewade)Proud Canadian. Winner of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s ‘Over The Rainbow.’ Broadway: Mean Girls (Standby Cady/Janis). Tour: The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy). Select Regional Credits: Stratford Festival’s The Music Man (Marian Paroo), From Here to Eternity (Lorene), Into The Woods (Cinderella). We cover a little bit of everything from entertainment dreams to Mean Girls. Enjoy!
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Bradley James Part 2 "The Liberator," Life Path and Gut Instinct
10/12/2020 Duration: 28minBradley James(IG:@bradleyjames)(TW:@Bradleyjames) is a British-American actor hailed by critics as having a talent reminiscent of a young Tom Cruise. He has starred in leading and supporting roles that show a unique and diverse talent that has spanned action, thriller, drama, sci-fi, period, and romance. His first major role cast him as the young King Arthur in the global hit Merlin, which originally aired on BBC & NBC, and can now be seen on Netflix & Hulu. In 2014, James filmed a supporting role on Showtime's Homeland and in 2015, a one-season loveinterest role incredibly popular with fans on the CW show iZombie. In 2016, he was cast as the lead in the series remake of The Omen, entitled Damien, which aired on A&E, and now plays on Hulu. Creator and powerhouse showrunner Glen Mazzara (The Walking Dead), had looked at hundreds of actors for Damien, but when he auditioned James, he says: "I just realized there was something there. Bradley had heart and intelligence and charm and he r