Best staffaroadtrip Podcasts (2025)

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Shakespeare with a Soundtrack - Reviewing Juliet and Romeo and A Conversation with Alex Grech 27:11

21h ago27:11

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Set in 1301, when Italy was still barely an idea, Juliet & Romeo reimagines Shakespeare’s tragic story through a fresh musical lens. The film follows star-crossed lovers Romeo (Jamie Ward) and Juliet (Clara Rugaard), who must keep their love hidden as their families remain locked in a bitter feud. For those familiar with my reviews, you know musica…

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Acting, Music, and Authenticity: Jet Jurgensmeyer's Journey 35:10

19d ago35:10

35:10

What truly shapes a child actor's journey through Hollywood into adulthood? Jet Jurgensmeyer—who began performing at just three years old—offers insights into growing up in the entertainment industry while somehow managing to keep both feet firmly on the ground. From his first role at age four to his family's decision to move to California when he …

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Jonathan Bowen's Journey Through Film, Philosophy, and Finding His Way Back 57:49

24d ago57:49

57:49

The journey from passionate film enthusiast to director isn't always a straight path. For Jonathan L. Bowen, that journey involved writing 600 movie reviews as a teenager, studying philosophy in college, and experiencing a decade-long gap between his first and second feature films. Throughout our conversation, Bowen offers fascinating insights into…

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Happy People: How Andy James is Revolutionizing Flamenco Jazz 16:49

26d ago16:49

16:49

Andy James takes us on a captivating journey from Melbourne to Madrid and beyond in this illuminating conversation about fusion, culture, and artistic evolution. A world-acclaimed flamenco dancer who pivoted to jazz artistry, James embodies the beautiful intersection of seemingly disparate musical traditions. James explains how her latest album "Ha…

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Beyond the E Street Band: How David Sancious Became Music's Special Ingredient 39:01

1M ago39:01

39:01

David Sancious doesn't just play music – he transforms it. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and original E Street Band member sits down for a revealing conversation that spans his remarkable journey from childhood piano lessons to collaborations with the biggest names in music history. From the moment Sancious describes his musical upbringin…

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Finding Freedom Beyond the Screen: A Friendly Conversation with Falk Hentschel Henlee 49:00

1M ago49:00

49:00

Although we’ve only met once and spoken a handful of times, I consider actor Falk Hentschel Henlee and his wife, Kim, friends. We first connected at a comic con in Minnesota, where Falk was meeting fans and promoting his role as Hawkman on the CW shows. What began as a brief interview request turned into an entire afternoon spent with Falk and Kim.…

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Authentic Sound in a Digital World: Mark DiPietro's Musical Philosophy 30:36

2M ago30:36

30:36

What does authentic musicianship look like in today's digital world? Mark DiPietro answers this question through five decades of dedication to his craft, sharing his remarkable journey from pretending a tennis racket was his guitar at age five to releasing two albums filled with real instruments and genuine expression. His debut album "DiPietro Lea…

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Reviving Rock: Lorraine Lewis on Femme Fatale, New Music, and Life in the Spotlight 28:55

3M ago28:55

28:55

Prepare yourself for an energetic journey with the one and only Lorraine Lewis, a trailblazer in the rock music scene since the 80s. Lorraine opens up about her dream to follow in the footsteps of her idol, David Lee Roth. Despite facing the intense challenges of a male-dominated industry, Lorraine’s story is one of resilience and integrity as she …

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Embracing Heritage and Dreams: Amielynn Abellera's Journey in Acting 42:20

4M ago42:20

42:20

What happens when you choose passion over a traditional career path? Amielynn Abellera, our guest, shares her remarkable journey from Stockton, California, all the way to the heart of the entertainment industry in Los Angeles. As a Filipino-American stage, screen, and voice actress, Amielynn’s story is one of self-discovery and embracing cultural h…

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Nostalgia and Inspiration: A Journey with Rebecca Holden from Knight Rider to Philanthropy 33:53

5M ago33:53

33:53

Renowned actress and singer Rebecca Holden takes us on a nostalgic journey through her vibrant career, sharing stories from her time on the iconic show Knight Rider. Her insights into the creative process, script adaptations, and the technical intricacies of working with the legendary Kit car offer a captivating glimpse into the world of 80s televi…

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Lorie Line's Musical Journey: Touring with Black Beauty and Preparing for the Holiday Season 13:21

5M ago13:21

13:21

Pianist Lorie Line, who has sold over 6 million albums and continues to tour, performing around 50 concerts per year, joins us on this special shortened holiday episode of The Staffa Podcast. Listen in as Lorie calls in from her tour bus, sharing insights into her musical journey. From her beginnings in Reno, Nevada, to her rise in Minneapolis, Lor…

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From Courtrooms to Casting Calls: Stacie Greenwell's Inspiring Journey to Hollywood 46:36

5M ago46:36

46:36

Imagine realizing your true calling in the midst of a completely different career path. In this episode of The Staffa Corner Podcast we chat with the incredible Stacie Greenwell, a former lawyer turned Hollywood actress, who shares her compelling journey of leaving the legal world to pursue her passion for acting. As we explore Stacie's transition,…

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Rachel Stubington: From Stage to Screen and the Rise of 'Summer' in Apple TV+ Show Shrinking 37:56

6M ago37:56

37:56

Rachel Stubington, the rising star known for her role as Summer in the Apple series "Shrinking," talks about her journey from the theater stage to the television screen. We explore how her character blossomed into a central storyline under the guidance of creator Bill Lawrence. Playing the witty and confident character of Summer offers Rachel a ful…

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Exploring LGBTQ Representation and Authenticity in Acting with Devin Kawaoka 48:43

6M ago48:43

48:43

Actor Devin Kawaoka joins us for a conversation about his roles on Apple Plus's "Shrinking" and NBC's "Chicago Med." He reveals how a character initially meant to be minor evolved into a significant presence, thanks in part to his dynamic on-screen connection with co-star Michael Urie. This episode also explores the broader capabilities of actors t…

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Balancing Acts: Douglas Vermeeren's Journey Through Stunts and Cinema 51:11

6M ago51:11

51:11

Douglas Vermeeren joins this episode of The Staffa Corner to discuss balancing the worlds of acting, directing, and performing stunts. From his beginnings in Calgary to high-speed stunts on the rooftops of moving cars, Douglas shares experiences and insights. I found our conversation fascinating as we discussed the critical role of stunt performers…

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NCIS: Origins Actor Julian Black Antelope: Breaking Stereotypes and Redefining Indigenous Representation in Entertainment 48:21

7M ago48:21

48:21

Actor, writer, director, and producer Julian Black Antelope joins me on this episode offering a fascinating look into his life and career. Julian shares stories from his early years in Alberta to his work in the entertainment industry. He shares his perspective on the representation of Indigenous people in film and television. He also talks about h…

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The Enchanting World of Shila Ommi - The Pixar Star Talks About Her New Netflix Series KAOS 16:06

7M ago16:06

16:06

Actress Shila Ommi shares her incredible journey from Iran to the United States offers us a window into her world and the diverse experiences that have shaped her remarkable career. From her role as Cinder in Pixar's "Elementals" to her current role in Netflix's "KAOS," Sheila captivates us with insights into her career as an actress, director, wri…

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Transforming Struggles into Laughter - Actor-Comedian Aaron Foster Talks Comedy, Art, and SXSW Hopes 38:48

8M ago38:48

38:48

In this episode of the Staffa Corner Podcast we sit down with actor-comedian Aaron Foster. Aaron shares his journey into the world of stand-up comedy. Aaron also opens up about his battles with depression shedding light on how these challenges have influenced his comedic voice and the transformative power of laughter in mental health. Additionally,…

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Chasing Dreams: Actor Greg Hill Talks About Life and His New Film AfrAId 38:09

8M ago38:09

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Our guest this episode is the talented Greg Hill. He shares his journey from his hometown in Southern California to the demanding world of acting. In a world where egos can run rampant, Greg emphasizes the importance of respect and humility on set. Through engaging anecdotes, he sheds light on the often unseen dynamics between actors and crew membe…

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Actor Nathan Clark Sapsford Talks About His New Film Here Be Dragons 34:41

9M ago34:41

34:41

My guest this episode is former Australian MTV VJ turned-actor Nathan Clark Sapsford. Stapsford recounts his journey from the sunny shores of Bronte, Sydney, to the bustling streets of Los Angeles. Hear about his first major production, Here Be Dragons, and the lessons he learned both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. Through his portra…

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Actor Matty Cardarople Talks About Stranger Things & His New Film 27:23

9M ago27:23

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My guest in this episode is the talented actor and comedian Matty Cardarople. Matty shares his journey from growing up in New Hampshire to the bustling streets of Los Angeles. Matty opens up about the tremendous support from his parents and how it fostered his comedic talents. He also shares his incredible journey to stardom, which included memorab…

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The Staffa Corner Podcast, Ep. 25 – Has Singer Darci Monet Finally Found Peace After Napoleon Dynamite? 41:07

10M ago41:07

41:07

Imagine being the voice behind a memorable song in a film only to have your contribution go unrecognized. This is the nightmare Darci Monet faced while watching the indie film “Napoleon Dynamite,” A cult classic known for its unique characters and memorable soundtrack. Her version of “The Rose” plays during the Happy Hands Club scene. Her anticipat…

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The Staffa Corner Podcast, Ep. 26 - Filmmaker Rich Ronat & Actress Laura Vale Talk About Their Film CULPRIT 35:58

10M ago35:58

35:58

Director Rich Ronat and actress Laura Vale joined me on the latest episode of The Staffa Corner Podcast to discuss their new film, Culprit. The psychological thriller marks Ronat's directorial debut, with Vale in a starring role. We explored independent filmmaking and strategies for competing with big-budget productions in their conversation. Wanti…

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Renowned drummer Zoro Talks About His Latest Book “Maria’s Scarf”. 49:27

1y ago49:27

49:27

Zoro, the renowned drummer born Daniel Donnelly, is the latest guest on The Staffa Corner Podcast. Zoro’s impressive career includes performances alongside notable talents such as Lenny Kravitz, Bobby Brown, Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, and New Edition. With such a diverse musical background, it’s no wonder Zoro has captivating stories to sh…

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Tara Pirnia Talks About Her Directorial Debut At SXSW With Switch Up 44:51

1y ago44:51

44:51

One reason I created The Staffa Corner podcast is because we’ve witnessed a decline in our ability to engage in thoughtful debates and maintain civil discussions. When someone disagrees with us, our reflex is often defensiveness. As a TV/film critic, it is easy to write a negative review, post it, and swiftly move on to the next critique. Recently,…

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Actor And Comedian Victoria Jackson Talks About SNL And Her Career 30:27

1y ago30:27

30:27

What amazes me about doing a podcast is that most people agree to come on and do it in their free time. I sincerely respect that, even when nothing seems to go as planned. This episode is one of those as the entertaining comedian Victoria Jackson joins The Staffa Corner Podcast. Little did I know she was having her guest bathroom remodeled, forcing…

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Director Bronwen Hughes reflects on 14 years since the White Collar pilot 38:15

1+ y ago38:15

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October 23 marked the 14th anniversary of the USA Network series White Collar premiere. The crime drama starred Matt Bomer as talented con man Neal Caffrey. To avoid returning to prison, Caffrey strikes a deal with the FBI to work for them as a consultant. The series was created by Jeff Eastin, with the pilot directed by Bronwen Hughes. The series …

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Set Designer Evan Spence talks about Billy the Kid, Fargo, and more 42:45

1+ y ago42:45

42:45

Growing up, one of my favorite movies was the 1988 film Young Guns, followed by the sequel Young Guns II in 1990. The film starred Emilio Estevez as Billy the Kid. What I loved about the film was it got me to want to learn more about the real-life characters and the history surrounding the Lincoln County War. Through the years, I've made four trips…

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Actor Falk Hentschel Talks Fatherhood and The Industry Post Covid 41:30

2+ y ago41:30

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By Greg Staffa

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Actress Mallory James Mahoney Talks About “BUNK’D.” and More 24:49

2+ y ago24:49

24:49

My guest this episode is 17-year-old actress Mallory James Mahoney from Disney Channel’s comedy series, This season Mallory’s character has shifted from camper to camp counselor. Born and raised in Dallas, Texas, Mallory became interested in acting at a very young age. At eight years old, Mallory decided she wanted to try acting in TV/film and ende…

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Actress Melody Butiu Talks About Comedy "Easter Sunday" and more 51:33

2+ y ago51:33

51:33

By Greg Staffa

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Producer Christina Fon and Actress Brittany LeBorgne Talk About Mohawk Girls 1:03:29

3+ y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

Joining me for this episode of The Staffa Corner is Christina Fon, the producer of Mohawk Girls, along with one of the series stars, Brittany LeBorgne, who plays the sexually curious Zoe. Running for five seasons from 2014-2017, the Canadian series that premiered on OMNI Television is finding new life in the U.S. on the Peacock streaming service. D…

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Actor William Sadler Talks About Shawshank Redemption, Bill & Ted, Die Hard 2, and More 44:20

3+ y ago44:20

44:20

Joining me on this episode of The Staffa Corner is talented actor William “Bill” Sadler. Bill has appeared in films like Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile, Iron Man 3, Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey, and more. He has countless TV appearances including Roswell, White Collar, The Blacklist, and one of my favorites, God Friended Me. Despite interviewin…

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Actor Brandon Jay McLaren Talks About Power Rangers S.P.D., Graceland, Turner & Hooch, and More 36:41

3+ y ago36:41

36:41

In 2014, I took part in a press call with Brandon Jay McLaren, one of the stars of the hit USA Network series Graceland. During the interview (found here) I let him know while I enjoyed his performance as U.S. Customs agent Dale Jakes I was frustrated with how little screen time he was getting. He assured me a major shift for Jakes was coming. Than…

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Actor Matt Hamilton Talks About New Series Turner & Hooch on Disney+ and More 37:21

4y ago37:21

37:21

Matt Hamilton is a talented award-winning actor, having appeared on shows like Arrow and Supernatural as well as countless TV movies including A Wedding to Remember, Holiday Hearts, and The Dating List. His latest project is the new series Turner & Hooch on Disney+. The series isn’t a reboot of the classic 1989 comedy of the same name starring Tom …

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Actress Michelle Mitchenor Talks About Joining The First Wives Club on BET+ and More. 48:35

4y ago48:35

48:35

My guest this episode is the talented dancer and actress Michelle Mitchenor. She’s performed with names like Rihanna and Beyonce but is best known for her role as Detective Sonya Bailey on the Fox series Lethal Weapon. Mitchenor can be seen next on the second season of BET+'s hit series The First Wives Club premiering on July 15. Based on the 1996 …

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Rock Prodigy Kjersti Long Talks Music and Dealing with Anxiety 29:18

4y ago29:18

29:18

Labeled a rock prodigy at the age of 14 years old, Kjersti Long has already made a name for herself. Writing her first song Rollercoaster at the age of 9, the talented songwriter and singer was headlining at the iconic rock club The Bitter End in New York City by the time she turned 11. She’s performed at such notable venues as The Apollo and House…

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Bechir Sylvain Talks Claws, Bigger, and Roles as a Haitian Actor 41:14

4y ago41:14

41:14

Growing up, Haitian-American Bechir Sylvain always figured he would follow in his father’s footsteps and become a lawyer. That was until his high school drama teacher suggested acting was his true calling. Now with over 30 TV and film credits, Bechir is living the American dream as a rising Hollywood star. He currently can be seen on TNT’s Claws an…

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Actor Clark Furlong talks about new Stephen King series Lisey's Story and more. 29:54

4y ago29:54

29:54

At 14 years of age Clark Furlong is just getting started in what appears to be a very successful career in Hollywood. Best known for his portrayal of young Jules, a transgendered woman on the hit HBO series Euphoria,Clark has also appeared on shows like The Prodigal Son, The Rookie, and High Fidelity. The talented young actor will next be seen on t…

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Grady Cooper Talks The Unicorn Cancelation and More 45:39

4y ago45:39

45:39

Married with two children, Grady Cooper was living the dream. Not only was he a loving family man, but he was also a successful TV editor having worked on shows like Survivor, Wilfred, The League, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and more. Then, in 2015 everything changed when Jane, his wife of 20 years, died of brain cancer. Along with his daughters Audrey a…

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Writer/Director Jason Headley talks about SXSW and working at Pixar 44:51

4y ago44:51

44:51

Jason Headley is a talented writer, director, and author. He recently co-wrote the Pixar film Onward featuring the voices of Tom Holland and Chris Pratt, and is currently working on another yet to be announced Pixar film. I met director Jason Headley in 2017 during South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. He was premiering his film A Bad Idea Go…

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Actress Andrene Ward-Hammond talks about Manifest and more. 44:41

4y ago44:41

44:41

Andrene Ward-Hammond in many ways is the reason I decided to launch The Staffa Corner. As talented as the actress is having appeared on shows like Star, Atlanta, Manifest, and Your Honor, it’s her story of the events that led to her becoming an actress I find fascinating. Perhaps it’s because I find a lot of similarities between her story and mine.…

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Actress Alicia Coppola talks about her roles and her new podcast. 42:06

4y ago42:06

42:06

It was hard holding back my excitement when the opportunity to have Alicia Coppola on The Staffa Corner podcast came up. She’s one of those actresses who blends into a role so while her name isn’t easily recognizable, her face is. I have admired her and her career for years. The talented actress has appeared on shows like NYPD Blue, Touched By an A…

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Prop Maker Ross MacDonald talks about National Treasure: Book of Secrets and more 58:59

4+ y ago58:59

58:59

Ross MacDonald is a man of many talents. His illustrations have appeared in Vanity Fair, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Newsweek, Time, and Rolling Stone. He’s written and illustrated several children’s books and a couple of adult humor books. He’s also created props for over 100 movies and television shows, including Greyhound, Zombieland: Do…

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A Conversation with Writer/Director Marti King Young 44:05

4+ y ago44:05

44:05

In this episode of The Staffa Corner Podcast, I spoke with Marti King Young. Marti is an award-winning writer, producer, and director. She has directed shorts, including Stolen and the upcoming western White Talon City about a female gunslinger who frees abused women. Marti’s screenwriting credits include the shorts Bound and Bagged, Draw, So Far G…

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Stuntman Pete Klein talks about Daredevil, John Wick, and more 45:28

4+ y ago45:28

45:28

In this episode of The Staffa Corner Podcast, I talk with Hollywood stuntman Pete Klein. Appearing in shows like Daredevil, The Blacklist, Limitless, and films like John Wick and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Pete’s no stranger to the rough and tumble world of being a stuntman. The term stuntman is usually associated with big-budget action films fu…

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Breaking Bad location scout Alex Gianopoulos talks about working on the Vince Gilligan series 44:19

4+ y ago44:19

44:19

You may not recognize the name, but Alex Gianopoulos is a location scout for shows like AMC’s Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul; and other projects filmed in New Mexico. The idea to interview Gianopoulos came from a work trip to Albuquerque, NM where I drove past the house that was used as an exterior for Walter White’s (Bryan Cranston) home. As I …

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