Culture Pop Podcast

Episode 119 - Lou Ferrigno, Jr., "S.W.A.T."

Actor Lou Ferrigno, Jr. joins Mase & Sue to talk about what it was like growing up with a famous Dad, his work as a fitness model on the cover of "Iron Man" magazine and his climb through the ranks as an actor. He also has some healthy eating advice for Mase, and Lou talks about his days as a walk-on linebacker for Pete Carroll at USC.

Episode 118 - Tom Everett Scott, "Finding You"

Actor Tom Everett Scott has had a long and successful career as an actor including films like "That Thing You Do!," "An American Werewolf in Paris," "One True Thing," "Race to Witch Mountain" and "La La Land." He has had multiple television series' like "Southland," "I'm Sorry" and "Sons of Anarchy." Tom joins Mase & Sue to discuss his career and latest project, the film "Finding You," distributed by Roadside Attractions, and hitting theaters Friday, May 14.

Episode 117 - Emmy-winning Comic/Writer Mike Rowe

Emmy-winner Mike Rowe joins Mase & Sue to talk about his new book "It's a Funny Thing: How the Professional Comedy Business Made Me Fat & Bald." They discuss his comedy path from his hometown in Connecticut to the stand-up scene of the 1980's in New York City to comedy writers' rooms in L.A., including a long, successful run on "Futurama."

Episode 116 - F. Murray Abraham, "Mythic Quest"

Legendary actor F. Murray Abraham joins Mase & Sue to talk about Season 2 of his Apple+ show "Mythic Quest." Plus recollections of the night he won the Oscar for Best Actor and a long career of wonderful work on the screen and on stage.

Episode 115 - Dean Norris, "The United States of Al" & "Breaking Bad"

After his breakthrough role in as Hank Schrader in "Breaking Bad," Dean Norris has worked non-stop. Dean joins Mase & Sue to talk about his new project "The United States of Al" for CBS plus reflections on "Breaking Bad" and how he might figure into the future of "Better Call Saul."

Episode 114 - Malcolm-Jamal Warner, "The Resident"

Mase and Sue talk with actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner about his career - from "The Cosby Show" to his current show, "The Resident" on Fox.

Episode 113 - Laraine Newman, "Saturday Night Live"

Comedy legend Laraine Newman joins Mase & Sue to talk about her new audiobook "May You Live in Interesting Times" in which she tracks her career from the early days of "Saturday Night Live" to countless other acting and VO roles.

 

Episode 112 - Academy Awards Preview

Everything you need to know about Hollywood's biggest night. Is Nomadland a lock for Best Picture? Will it be Viola Davis or Carey Mulligan for Best Actress? Is Chadwick Boseman unbeatable for Best Actor. Mase & Sue are joined by Joey Nolfi (Entertainment Weekly) and Mahko Ndlovu (People, BET and The Wendy Williams Show) with a complete breakdown.

ICYMI - Oscar nominee Florian Zeller, "The Father"

Best Picture nominee "The Father" is one of the most acclaimed motion pictures of 2020. Writer/Director Florian Zeller takes us inside the making of the film including working with Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Coleman, adapting his own stage play for film and creating a unique and powerful viewpoint on those living with dementia.

Episode 111 - Comic Frank Caliendo

Comic Frank Caliendo joins Mase & Sue to talk about the art of the impression. Known for countless impressions including sports figures like John Madden, Jon Grudin and Charles Barkley, Frank talks about his "process," and shows off some of his more subtle and unique impressions.