LSuperSonicQ Takes Us Down a Lost Media Rabbit Hole: Is Anything Ever Truly Gone Forever?
LSuperSonicQ is one of the trailblazers of the lost media community on YouTube, where he has spent years documenting the world’s most feverish lost media searches, and introducing his hundreds of thousands of followers to new ones.
Viral Chalk Artist David Zinn on His 3D Art Process, Character Inspiration
David Zinn is a street artist who specializes in small-scale chalk art. Every character David creates — from a sidewalk tennis ball collector pup named Rufus, to a green troll called Alice — has a name and a backstory.
Biologist’s 21-Year-Long Search For The Rare Bog Elfin Butterfly
Bryan Pfeiffer is a writer and field biologist whose most recent outdoor adventure came to a victorious, headline-making conclusion this year after 21 years.
What’s the Superbug Worst Case Scenario? We Ask a Scientist About Antibiotic Resistance
What exactly is antibiotic resistance? How does it happen, and how could it become a bigger problem in the future? We’re talking to Dr. Erin Duffy, the Chief of Research and Development at CARB-X, a global nonprofit partnership focused on supporting the development of new antibacterial products.
NewFest “Rustin” Movie Premiere: George C. Wolfe, Bruce Cohen On LGBTQ+ Representation In Media
We caught up with Rustin movie director George C. Wolfe, producer Bruce Cohen, NewFest Executive Director David Hatkoff, singer and actor Jeremy Beloate, and musician Mila Jam at the 35th annual New York LGBTQ+ Film Festival.
Stories & Lessons Of Air, Land & Sea Rescues From ‘Extreme Survival’ Author Mike Tougias
We chat with New York Times bestselling author and speaker Michael J. Tougias about what he’s learned from survivors and rescuers about decision-making, goal attainment, and perhaps most importantly, resilience.
The Most Colorful Lady in Wilmington
After two decades of summers and Thanksgivings visiting our grandparents in Wilmington, North Carolina, we thought we had uncovered everything their stomping grounds had to offer. Then we met Evelyn.
Liminal Spaces: A Psychological and Social Deep Dive – Double Talk Asks
We wanted to pin down the viral liminal space phenomenon a bit more, so we caught up with Peter Heft, a scholar and the author of “Betwixt and Between: Zones as Liminal and Deterritorialized Spaces,” for a more-academic perspective. Listen in…
Charlie Webster On 'Scamanda' Podcast & Unraveling Amanda Riley’s Story
In the Lionsgate podcast Scamanda, host and producer Charlie Webster peels apart the fascinating true story of Amanda Riley layer by layer, taking listeners on the same ride Amanda’s family and friends took as they realized the Amanda they thought they knew had been keeping a sinister secret.
Sam Pollard, Nina Dobrev & Harold Reynolds on 'The League' Tribeca Premiere
We catch up with director Sam Pollard, executive producer Nina Dobrev, and retired baseball player/sports commentator Harold Reynolds at the Tribeca 2023 premiere of the documentary The League.
Peter Gallagher & Kathryn Gallagher on James Gallagher, Marc Rebillet & 'Songs About F**king' at Tribeca Festival 2023
On the night of the Songs About Fucking documentary premiere, where we met subject Marc Rebillet and director James Gallagher, we also got a chance to catch up with actor Peter Gallagher and actress and singer Kathryn Gallagher — James’ father and sister — who told us how James’ talent sprinkled with a little bit of magic dust made the film the success it is.
Francesca Scorsese on Tribeca 2023 Premiere of Directorial Debut 'Fish Out of Water'
Ahead of Francesca Scorsese’s Tribeca 2023 premiere of her directorial debut, the short film Fish Out of Water, we learn how the idea for the film was born in a classroom, and why the story is so personal to her. The film’s star, Jade Pettyjohn, also shares how the short shines a light on family bonding through difficult times.
Marc Rebillet & James Gallagher Share Stories From ‘Songs About Fucking’ at the Tribeca Film Festival
In the documentary Songs About Fucking, which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, director James Gallagher takes audiences into Marc Rebillet’s world — and it’s wild, contemplative, and everything in between.
Tony Kanaan & Michael Andretti on 'The Lionheart' Documentary Tribeca Premiere
We spoke with The Lionheart documentary director/producer Laura Brownson, and race car drivers Tony Kanaan and Michael Andretti at the film's Tribeca 2023 premiere.
Steve Buscemi and Ricky Velez on How Tribeca’s ‘The Listener’ Sheds Light on Mental Health Warmline Help
We caught up with director Steve Buscemi and actor Ricky Velez at The Listener's Tribeca Film Festival premiere at the BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center in New York City.
'Transition' Tribeca Premiere: Jordan Bryon, Monica Villamizar & Matthew Heineman
Our interviews with Transition director and subject Jordan Bryon, director Monica Villamizar, and executive producer Matthew Heineman at their 2023 Tribeca Film Festival premiere.
How British Gardener Gerald Stratford Became a Viral Sensation
Listen in as we chat with the King of Big Veg about how he got into gardening, his advice for others on finding their passion, and what life has been like since he became a social media star.
‘Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret’ Star Elle Graham on Judy Blume and Lessons From the Film
First told on the page in a 1970 book by Judy Blume, Margaret’s adventures have been brought to life once again, this time on the big screen in a film that just hit theaters. Meet Elle Graham, whose role as Nancy helps catapult’s the film’s plot into one of living and learning through friendship.
Billie Boullet on ‘A Small Light,’ Becoming Anne Frank on Screen, and Miep Gies
National Geographic’s new biographical drama miniseries A Small Light tells the real-life story of Miep Gies, who played a critical role in hiding Anne Frank and her family during the Nazi occupation in Amsterdam. We caught up with actress Billie Boullet, who stars alongside Bel Powley and Liev Schreiber in her role as Anne Frank, which she says she hopes allows audiences to relate to Frank in a way they have never before.
‘Living With Chucky’ Director Kyra Elise Gardner on Growing up With a Killer Doll
We chat with filmmaker Kyra Elise Gardner about her new documentary Living With Chucky, in which other families surrounding the Child's Play films recount their experiences working on the ongoing franchise, and what it means to be a part of the Chucky family.
'On a Wing and a Prayer' Actress Selena Anduze on True Story of Doug White's Heroism
In 2009, passenger Doug White and his family landed a plane after their pilot fell unconscious and passed away mid-flight. Fourteen years later, the incredible story has been made into a film.
Poker Face Showrunners Lilla and Nora Zuckerman on the Joys of Writing for Natasha Lyonne [Hannah and Cailin for RogerEbert.com]
For sister showrunning duo Lilla and Nora Zuckerman, writing for Natasha Lyonne on a mystery-of-the-week drama series—each episode complete with its own murder and cast of characters—was like “strapping a rocket ship to Natasha’s back and watching her take off.”
Psychic Medium Kelsi Davies On Her Spanish-Flu Era Haunted Doll + Cecil Hotel & Alcatraz Visits
TikTok and YouTube sensation Kelsi Davies, who tops off her resume as an actress, singer, and danger with psychic medium abilities, chats with us about her haunted doll named Lola — whose spirit is from the Spanish Flu era — her visits to the Cecil Hotel, Stanley Hotel, and Alcatraz, and more!
‘M3GAN’ Star Violet McGraw on Film’s Viral Success, Upcoming Sequel
We chat with M3GAN star Violet McGraw about working with a robot, her time shooting in New Zealand, the film’s viral success, and the upcoming sequel.
‘Steinway Hunter’ Tells Story Behind Thomas Edison’s Bite-Marked Piano
Thomas A. Edison purchased Steinway grand piano serial number 66793 in 1890 and owned it for almost forty years. Decades later, the piano found its way into the hands of Robert Friedman.
Scott Schwartz Shares 'A Christmas Story' Behind-The-Scenes Stories and Sequel Secrets
On November 17th, fans will get the chance to reunite with Ralphie in HBO Max’s A Christmas Story Christmas, which will also bring back original A Christmas Story characters Randy, Farkus, Schwartz, and Flick, and introduce new faces, too!
America's Top Young Scientist's Headphones Detect and Treat Ear Infections
At only 14 years old, Leanne Fan has been named America’s Top Young Scientist for an innovation that at first sounds too good to be true: a pair of headphones that detect and treat ear infections.
Ocean Ramsey Describes Viral Encounter With Longtime Tiger Shark Friend ‘Queen Nikki’
In a viral video that has a similar energy to that of a dog being reunited with her owner after a long day of work, marine conservationist Ocean Ramsey prepares to dive into the ocean when from underneath the water’s surface pops a toothy 16-foot tiger shark.
Hendrix Yancey on ‘A Friend of the Family’ and the Real Jan Broberg
Ahead of the premiere of Peacock’s A Friend of the Family — based on the true crime story of Jan Broberg’s kidnapping by family friend Robert Berchtold — we caught up with actress Hendrix Yancey to discuss the series and the real Jan.
'Kevin Can F**K Himself' Season 2 Review: Visceral and Satisfying Series Finale
Over the course of two short seasons, AMC’s Kevin Can F**K Himself unpacks a relationship dynamic that millions of people have lived, but few have watched play out on TV.
Meet Vaskange – The Digital Artist Who Creates “Infinite” Illustrations
When a Reel showcasing Lyon-based illustrator Vaskange’s work was shared on Upworthy’s Instagram profile earlier this month, the comments section erupted.
Busting Myths About Insomnia With a Sleep Expert
If you have been too stressed to sleep lately, you aren't alone. In the midst of nearly a month of sleepless nights, we caught up with sleep expert W. Chris Winter and asked him how to fall and stay asleep when you have a lot on your mind, and how to survive on little sleep.
Miscast22 with Julianna Margulies, Andrea Martin, Raúl Esparza & More
At the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, we caught up with Julianna Margulies, Apollo Levine, Bernadette Peters, Raul Esparza, Sarah Steele, and Andrea Martin for MCC Theater’s Miscast22!
Aria Brooks on 'Better Nate Than Ever,' Joining 'HSMTMTS' Season 3
We caught up with Aria Brooks just ahead of the premiere of her new film, Better Nate Than Ever, and talked with Aria about what it was like working with Joshua Bassett and Lisa Kudrow, getting her big break on the revival of the hit Nickelodeon sketch comedy series All That, and joining the cast for season 3 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
'Moonshot' and 'Daredevil' Actress Sunita Deshpande on Her Unusual Path to Hollywood
Picture this: you’re an aspiring actor working in advertising as a copywriter and interning at UCB Comedy, when Donald Glover approaches you and encourages you to make your debut on 30 Rock opposite Tina Fey. Fast forward ten years, and you’re at the top of your acting game with an impressive arc on Netflix’s Daredevil and a starring role in HBO Max's Moonshot.
'Dexter: New Blood' Season Finale Discussion With Skyler Wright
The finale of Dexter: New Blood, was divisive, but one thing most fans agree on is that recurring guest star Skyler Wright is just that: a star. Listen in as we chat with Skyler about what it was like working on the iconic set, fans' response to her character, Chloe, and her thoughts on the end of the series.
Hiker and Model Andy Neal on Spreading Body Positivity Through @andyfilmsandhikes
In 2019, Andy Neal was at a crossroad. It was his therapist who suggested that Andy take a hike — literally — and his life completely changed.
Toxic Relationship Red Flags: When to Distance Yourself, & When to Run
World-renowned body language and human behavior expert Mark Bowden tells us what we can learn from tragic cases like that of Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie, the most effective way to confront someone who has overstepped your boundaries (and that person's ideal response), and how to know when it's time to end a relationship.
Abigail Breslin on SOPHOMORE, Making Music, ‘Witchcraft,’ And Her Gift as a Medium
Abigail Breslin opens up about her process for writing music, what she knows now that she wishes she knew when she was younger, and her special abilities as a medium.
The Best Signs Along the Upper East Side Route of the New York City Marathon 2021
To take first or even hundredth place in the NYC Marathon is a massive feat, but you don’t need to win the race to leave with a colossal dose of Big Apple morale.
America's Got Talent Alum Taylor Williamson Gets Real About Career in Comedy
Comedian and America's Got Talent alum Taylor Williamson gets real about how the show shaped his life, and the ups and downs of his career in comedy.
‘Clairevoyant’ Star & Filmmaker Micaela Wittman on Spirituality and Mental Health
Actress and filmmaker Micaela Wittman is a shining example of what happens when you don’t think too hard and just do.
Dear Evan Hansen Star Liz Kate on How Film Compares to Theater Show
On the day the film was released in theaters, Dear Evan Hansen breakout star Liz Kate chatted with us about how it compares to the hit stage show, what she learned from her costars, and why the story is more timely than ever.
No Man of God Director Amber Sealey on Ted Bundy's Real Persona and Friend Bill Hagmaier
In No Man of God, filmmaker Amber Sealey tells the little-known story of serial killer Ted Bundy's strange and complicated relationship with FBI agent Bill Hagmaier.
Kevin Can F**k Himself's Mary Hollis Inboden on Patty's Transformation
Listen in as we chat with Mary Hollis about her character Patty’s transformation through the season, what it’s like working on a show that alternates between single and multi camera setups, and dramatic shifts in tone, and her on and offscreen love for Annie Murphy.
Making the Cut Season 2 Winner and Runner-Up on Lessons from Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn
Catching up with the winner and runner-up fashion designers from season two of Amazon Prime Video's Making the Cut, who shared what they learned from mentors Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn, their words of advice for designers wanting to follow in their footsteps, and even some fashion tips!
American Horror Stories and Ryan Murphy Behind-the-Scenes with Kyle Red Silverstein
Horror genius Ryan Murphy is back with a spinoff of his hugely-celebrated series American Horror Story — called American Horror Stories — and we’re catching up with one of its stars for a behind-the-scenes look!
Greenhouse Academy Season 5: Dallas Hart on What Would Have Happened Next
Greenhouse Academy fans were left on a major cliffhanger when the show came to a screeching halt in the wake of the pandemic last year. But don’t worry: today on Double Talk, we're getting a look at what the future held for The Greenhouse students, straight from Dallas Hart.
Submechanophobia and Trypophobia Explained by an Expert (A Deep Dive on Phobias)
Dr. Warren Mansell, clinical psychologist and phobia expert, answers our burning questions and analyzes some of the most bizarre phobias.
LEGO Masters Brickmaster Amy Corbett on the Craziest Design She's Ever Seen
We chat with 'LEGO Masters' judge Amy Corbett, who is also Design Lead at LEGO HQ, about season two of Fox's hit show, how she became a 'brickmaster,' and the craziest LEGO design she's ever seen.
iCarly Revival Behind-the-Scenes and Cast Secrets with Jaidyn Triplett
Nearly 14 years since iCarly first hit the air, it’s making its big return in a revival on Paramount+. Actress Jaidyn Triplett describes how the reboot invigorates the show we grew up with and thrusts the characters into the modern era.
Matt Orchard on 'JCS - Criminal Psychology Genre,' Covering True Crime Fairly
While major streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu continue to shoot the most thought-provoking cases into the mainstream media and onto televisions across the world, some YouTube channels have been able to rake in their own loyal followings of 'true crime junkies.'
Will Netflix and Hulu Ruin the Movie Theater Experience? We Ask Roger Ebert's Matt Fagerholm
Over one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, theaters are beginning to open, actors and crew are back on set, and life is slowly returning to normal (or at least a new normal). We ask Roger Ebert's Assistant Editor Matt Fagerholm what's next for the film and TV industry, and his answer is more hopeful than bleak.
Radio Personality Lisa G. on Her Career, The Howard Stern Show, Advice to Journalists
We call our longtime friend and mentor Lisa G. for a Saturday afternoon catch-up, where we discuss memories of our days on the red carpet together, her start in radio and advice to those just diving in, and why she refuses, to this day, to be anyone but Lisa G.
Inside the World of Pro Skiing & BASE Jumping with ‘Super Frenchie’ Matthias Giraud
Pro skier and B.A.S.E jumper Matthias Giraud, aka Super Frenchie, on why fear is his “best friend,” whether he has a limit when it comes to taking risks, and what it feels like to freefall off a mountain during an avalanche.
'Cecil Hotel' Director Joe Berlinger on Bringing New Voices to Elisa Lam Case
Joe Berlinger, Emmy-award winning director of Netflix’s ‘Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil Hotel’, on the problems with the true crime genre - a term Berlinger rejects - and the lessons of his other documentaries, ‘Paradise Lost’ and ‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile.’
The Snoopy Show's Charlie Brown Voice Actor on Playing Iconic Peanuts Character for Apple TV+
At only 14 years old, voice actor Ethan Pugiotto is introducing Charlie Brown to a new generation of fans, playing the iconic character on Apple TV+'s 'The Snoopy Show.'
'The Mimic' Actor Jake Robinson on Playing a Sociopath on Screen
For his role in Thomas F. Mazziotti's 'The Mimic,' which also stars Thomas Sadoski, actor Jake Robinson had to dive into the mind of a sociopath and stay awhile.
Behind the Scenes of Animal Planet’s Puppy Bowl With Referee Dan Schachner
Sports fans wait every year for the Super Bowl, but animal lovers have their calendars marked for another Big Game. We’re chatting with longtime Puppy Bowl ‘rufferee’ Dan Schachner, who is giving us a behind-the-scenes look at the cutest sports game of the year.
NFL Kicker-Turned-Yoga Instructor Sean Conley on Recovering From Rock Bottom
Sean Conley lived and breathed football since he was a starry-eyed boy from Erie, Pennsylvania, but unlike millions of others like him whose football aspirations turn out to be pipe dreams, Conley was one of the NFL’s chosen ones.
Former Navy SEAL Lieutenant Jason Redman on Overcoming Life's Ambushes
As the tumultuous year of 2020 comes to a close, there is no better time to seek advice about dealing with life’s ambushes than now: and no better person to ask than a Navy SEAL.
Makeup Artist Mom Goes Viral for Her Iconic Character Transformations
On any given day in October of this year, you could find hair and makeup artist Michelle Scrivner and her two daughters, Lily, 11, and Ellie, 6, gathered in their Minneapolis living room — laughing as they watched one of the girls look less and less like Lily or Ellie, and more like, let’s say, Edward Scissorhands or Spock.
Signs of the Times: A Walk Through Manhattan, Eight Months Into COVID-19 Pandemic
While the sense of fear and uncertainty no longer looms quite as heavily as it did the second week of March; though people have been able to return to cafes and parks and museums; though conversations and headlines have shifted to include more than just case numbers and closings and warning signs, the signs of the times remain on nearly every window, street corner, and flashing billboard—now just as engrained in New York culture and routine as yellow cabs and coffee.
What is the Mandela Effect? False Memories Explained by Elizabeth Loftus
World-renowned cognitive psychologist and expert on human memory Elizabeth Loftus explains false memories, how they might explain the mysterious Mandela Effect, and how they can play a role in criminal court cases.
Viral City Trashman Terrill Haigler on Working "The Most Underrated Job in America" During COVID-19
In June, residents of Philadelphia became up in arms over delays in trash collection in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Sanitation worker Terrill Haigler heard residents’ frustration as large black trash bags continued to pile up and line the city’s streets.
Inside the World's Most Dangerous Waterpark with 'Class Action Park' on HBO Max
The dark history of New Jersey's Action Park has gone mainstream with HBO Max's Class Action Park. Today we are chatting with the documentary's director, Seth Porges about his decision to tell its story.
Representation in Video Games, Gillette's Animal Crossing: New Horizons #MySkinMyWay Campaign
We chat with aspiring costume designer and illustrator Nicole Cuddihy about how her passion for design, paired with her love of gaming, resulted in a career breakthrough.
What Is the Uncanny Valley Threshold? The Bizarre Phenomenon Explained
Have you ever seen a robot that felt just a little too lifelike, to the point where you felt uneasy? Do you cringe at movies like Disney’s Mars Needs Moms, or The Polar Express, because something about the animation just doesn’t sit right with you? If so, you’ve taken a dive into what’s called the Uncanny Valley.
What Is Synesthesia? Expert and Synesthete Patricia Lynne Duffy Explains
We chat with Patricia Lynne Duffy, who wrote the first book by a synesthete about synesthesia, about what it's like to live with the condition, how synesthetes' brains are wired differently, and how learning about synesthesia teaches us about neurodiversity.
How Women Shape Film (In Conversation with CherryChat's Meg McCarthy)
Chatting with CherryChat host Meg McCarthy about the importance of amplifying female and nonbinary voices, what she feels female filmmakers bring to the entertainment space, and how the media can shape our perspective and help us better understand the world and the people around us.
Meet the First Bee Virtual Influencer on a Mission to Save Her Species
French influencer B. is just that: a bee. And she’s here not just to create a buzz, but to be an advocate.
How Do Police Interrogators Get Confessions? (Reid Technique)
We ask Professor Richard A. Leo, PhD, how police interrogators use the Reid Technique to get suspects to confess, and about how the method can lead to false confessions.
The Man Behind the Organ Donation Film That Will Inspire You to Become a Donor
A conversation with filmmaker Nicolás Iván Bori, whose film The Decision sends an incredibly powerful message to give a second thought to your choice to become an organ donor.
Identical Twin Doctors Describe Working on the Front Lines of COVID-19
We talk to Christina and Jennifer Rhee, both anesthesiologists at the same hospital in metropolitan Detroit, about what it's like working on the front lines of the coronavirus.
Ozark’s Skylar Gaertner’s Reaction to Season 3 and the Show’s Future (SPOILERS)
Listen in on our conversation to hear straight from one of Ozark’s stars what he thinks will happen next on the series, as well as behind-the-scenes secrets from the show.
An Internet Sleuth on How to Spot Fake Viral Posts During the Coronavirus Pandemic (And Beyond)
Paulo Ordoveza is a self-described “killjoy.” He’s a web developer, former NASA employee, the pedant behind the Twitter account @PicPedant, and since the early 2010s, he’s been on a mission to debunk viral posts that, in some way or another, are misleading or fake. Though he might come across as a bit hubristic on Twitter, he’s cheerful and chatty on the phone, and he has no qualms about letting us in on his investigative secrets.
What Is Lucid Dreaming? Dream Expert Lauri Loewenberg Explains
For our first Double Talk Asks segment, we ask a dream expert all our burning dream-related questions.
How Westminster Dog Show Judges Select Best in Show Winner
At this year's Westminster Dog Show at Madison Square Garden, we sat down with judge, breeder, and dog lover Maggie Dane-Fisher to discuss a judge's process for choosing Best in Show.
Betsey Johnson and RHONY's Dorinda Medley on The Last Time Their Hearts Were Broken
Chatting with iconic fashion designer Betsey Johnson, Real Housewives of New York City's Dorinda Medley, and Real Housewives of New Jersey's Jackie Goldschneider at Woman's Day's Red Dress Awards in New York City.
'Troop Zero' Star Milan Ray on Her Audition & Working with Bert and Bertie
We sit down with Milan Ray, star of Amazon Studios' family underdog comedy-drama Troop Zero, to talk about her audition process, her character Hell-No Price, her female directing duo Bert and Bertie, and her advice to actors.
Heart Attack and Stroke Survivors on their Warning Signs and Symptoms
We spoke with heart attack survivor Sharon Bond at the launch of her nonprofit, The Heart Speaks Foundation, about the warning signs and symptoms of a heart attack and stroke, and how to take action toward better heart health.
PetCon 2019: Meet the Celebrity Dog Lady Gaga Can't Resist
At this year's PetCon, we asked Tuna Melts My Heart's owner about how Lady Gaga came to love her chiweenie, learned how Piglet the deaf and blind pink puppy recognizes his parents, and met a corgi with an unusual talent.
What It’s like to Live with Autism, as Told by Writer and Advocate Ryan Lee
"A wise counselor told me that when you let your guard up, it’s like your have porcupine quills all over you. You know when a porcupine uses its quills to protect itself? He said porcupine quills are a way that keep people away, because they can see that you’re afraid, and it keeps people from really getting to know you."
How to Become a Beauty Influencer with Sasha Anne
TeenyWee Cosmetics founder Sasha Anne discusses her steps to creating her own company and becoming a beauty influencer, the culture of the current YouTube beauty community (as explored by Shane Dawson and Jeffree Star in their new documentary), and her thoughts on how to avoid comparison on social media.
Meet Toby Toad, Instagram’s Most Unique Rising Influencer
24-year-old Savannah Mikell is the manager to one of Instagram’s most unexpected new influencers.
Whitney Way Thore Talks Body Positivity, Social Media, & 'My Big Fat Fabulous Life'
Chatting with Whitney Way Thore from TLC’s My Big Fat Fabulous Life about body positivity, her philosophy on social media, and how being on reality TV has changed her perspective on empowerment.
Taye Diggs on Social Media, Charity, and Spreading Kindness
We caught up with actor Taye Diggs at TLC's 2019 Give A Little Awards, where Taye shared his perspective on giving back and social media.
Buddy Valastro from TLC's 'Cake Boss' on Life Lessons & the Future of Reality TV
Our conversation with Cake Boss star Buddy Valastro, who got candid about online bullying, his lessons for his children, and predictions for the future of reality TV at TLC's 2019 Give A Little awards!
Skai Jackson Explains the “Classy Clapback” & Talks Bullying on Social Media
We met Skai Jackson at TLC’s 2019 Give A Little Awards, where she told us about her inspiration for her new book, Reach For the Skai, growing up in the public eye, and her thoughts on how to deal with bullying on social media.
Artist Behind World's Smallest Microsculptures, Willard Wigan, Explains His Process
After a long Skype call with microsculpter Dr. Willard Wigan—honored by Guinness World Records and Her Royal Highness Queen Elizabeth II alike for his contributions to art—there is a lot to ponder.
Did Modern Media Kill the VMAs? A Look Back at the 1984 vs. 2019 Video Music Awards
Though it is somewhere on the cusp of earth-toned tracksuits and neon spandex, some might argue that the 80s truly kicked off at 12:01 A.M. Eastern Time on August 1st, 1981.
Nat Geo’s ‘World’s Biggest Great White?’: Kimberly Jeffries’ Encounter with Famed Shark Deep Blue
"It wasn’t at all how you would imagine a great white shark. It’s not like Jaws where the shark is breaching out of the ocean and belly flopping, and, like, ripping animals. It was a very serene moment."
‘The Lion King’ (2019) Reaction & Comparison to Original 1994 Version
The 2019 version of the Disney classic The Lion King, featuring a star-studded cast of Chiwetel Ejiofor, John Oliver, James Earl Jones, Beyoncé, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Donald Glover and many more, definitely did not disappoint!
Lilliana Ketchman on 'Dance Moms' Behind the Scenes, Abby Lee Miller
On this past Tuesday’s episode of Dance Moms, then 10-year-old dancer Lilliana Ketchman is given an “ultimatum” by her notoriously-authoritarian instructor Abby Lee Miller.
Murder up the Street: Two Years After Bucks County, PA Killings, Community Looks Back
During the first week of July, 2017, there is a shift in energy in our hometown of New Hope, Pennsylvania.
‘The White Crow’ Star Zach Avery on New Movie with Olivia Munn, Bruce Dern
"I had started the doctorate program in the fall with the little voice in the back of my head that was telling me that acting was my passion ... The weirdest part is that once I actually made the decision [to leave school], I was completely at ease."
‘Malibu Rescue’ Actress Abby Donnelly on Netflix Series & Auditioning
Chatting with Malibu Rescue and Just Add Magic actress Abby Donnelly about the series, her hopes for the future of her character, Lizzie, and her unique introduction to the TV and film industry!
Caroline Calloway on Being Social Media's First 'Influencer'
From the perspective of two longtime followers of 27-year-old Instagram trailblazer Caroline Calloway, an afternoon in her apartment doesn’t so much confirm or deny assumptions of Calloway and her life as it humanizes them.
Tony D. Head on ‘Joker’ Audition & Behind the Scenes, Advice to Actors
Actor Tony D. Head shares his audition story and behind the scenes from Joker, and explains what makes the upcoming installment different.
Kellie Pickler and Ben Aaron on ‘Pickler and Ben’ & Why They Love Nashville
We visit Nashville and sit down with Kellie Pickler and Ben Aaron on the set of their talk show Pickler and Ben to discuss favorite celebrity guests, dream interviews, and their love of Nashville.
‘The Last O.G.’ Actress Taylor Mosby on Jordan Peele, ‘Breakthrough,’ and Youth Activism
"When it wasn’t my scene, I would help direct Miss Tiffany [Haddish's] scene. You know, try to figure out little things, because I’m there anyway! I’m working with great people. You think I’m gonna go chill in my trailer and eat Chex Mix?"
‘Fuller House’ Star Michael Campion on The Final Season, Friends, and Staying Grounded
"By being on a show, and having a talent, you’re no better than someone else. You’re just in the public eye, and people are seeing your talent. It’s a blessing for sure, but for a lot of people — a lot of celebrities, especially my age — it gets to their heads."
Actress Jillian Clare on 'Pretty Broken,' Producing, and Making Your Own Work
"I think in this day and age, if you want to act, and if you want to be a filmmaker, you just kind of have to do it. It’s easier these days, too—you can make things on a lower budget, and there’s all these options with fundraising and all that kind of stuff now. And I just feel like if you truly want to act, waiting around for that audition and just going out on things when your agent gets them for you isn’t enough."
Inside ‘Deal or No Deal’ with Case #9 Model Patricia Kara
We chat with original briefcase model Patricia Kara on the evolution of Deal or No Deal, Howie Mandel, and how the CNBC reboot is different.
'Breaking Bad' Star RJ Mitte on Disability Advocacy, Choosing Roles
We talk to RJ Mitte about his memorable role as Walter Jr. on Breaking Bad, his new film Time Share, and his advocacy work for people with physical disabilities.
When Identical Twins Marry Identical Twins: Our Twinsane Wedding
We speak with Brittany, Briana, Joshua, and Jeremy Salyers ahead of the premiere of their TLC special Our Twinsane Wedding February 11th.
Childhood Cancer Survivor Claire (Prayers for Claire) on Her Passion for Dance, Giving Back
Five years ago, 9-year-old Claire of Baltimore, Maryland, became one of the 43 children diagnosed with cancer every day.
PetCon 2018: A Pet Lover’s Dream!
We attend PetCon 2018 to talk pet adoption, and get the stories behind the popular pet social media stars The Kardoggians and For The Love of Smiley.
It’s a (TV) Twin Thing: ‘Haunting of Hill House’ Stars Violet McGraw and Julian Hilliard
If you’ve seen Netflix’s stunning horror series The Haunting of Hill House, you know that there’s no denying the impact of the five young stars that portray the Crain family in the flashbacks.
‘Haunting of Hill House’ Star Lulu Wilson on Mike Flanagan, Why She Likes Horror, and Those Insane Long Takes
Lulu Wilson is passionate, sharply intelligent, mature well beyond her 13 years, and nuanced—all at once.
Teen Chef Amber Kelley (Cook with Amber) on Her New Cookbook, Collaboration with Jamie Oliver, and Favorite Halloween Recipe!
“I never, ever a couple years ago would have thought I’d have a book out by now ... I always dreamed about it, but I never really thought that would be a reality, so it just goes to show that if you put your mind to it, you can do some amazing things.”
Brittany Snow on Navigating Social Media and Love is Louder: TLC’s Give A Little Awards
A chat with Brittany Snow on how to navigate the often-tumultuous world of social media, and her Love is Louder movement. #LouderTogether
Kelly Osbourne on Ozzy and Jack's World Detour and What She's Learned from her Father
Kelly Osbourne at TLC'S Give A Little awards: what she has learned about her her father Ozzy Osbourne from filming Ozzy and Jack's World Detour, and how growing up around Ozzy has shaped her views on giving back.
Jazz Jennings (I Am Jazz) on Celebrity Activism at TLC’S Give A Little Awards
TLC star Jazz Jennings on social media's impact on activism, the upcoming season of I Am Jazz, and when she realized that people look up to her as a role model.
Derek Hough on Celebrity Activism and Giving Back: TLC'S Give A Little Awards
Derek Hough on how being in the public eye allows him to give back, and how doing good for others allows him to connect with himself.
Young Filmmaker Aaron David Roberts
We chatted with 24-year-old filmmaker Aaron David Roberts about his pilots Chartered and The Cast Members, his early success, his decision to not study film formally, and his advice to film students.
'Eighth Grade' Stars Elsie Fisher and Emily Robinson on Online Pressures and Bo Burnham
After seeing Eighth Grade at a screening and falling in love with the film and its cast, we got a chance to sit down with Elsie Fisher and Emily Robinson at the A24 Films office in New York.
Holocaust short ‘Dirty Bomb’ star Ido Samuel: “Everything can happen again if you won’t act against it”
People feel like, Oh, this could never happen again, but everything can happen again if you won’t act against it. Unfortunately there are bad people in the world, and when you give them control, and you don’t act against them or speak against them, they have power to be bigger and bigger and do what they want. And then it can be too late.
1/1’s Lindsey Shaw and Jeremy Phillips on Healing, The Casting Process, and Working with Judd Nelson
"Lots of things come to the surface, and once she understood all of the paths that led her here, some of which she knew and some of which she created, and some of which were beyond her control, then she could move on. It answers the fundamental question of 'why': you know, [the movie] goes through all those 'who, what, whys,' and when she finally gets to 'why,' she understands."
Nicole Feenstra on Broken Hearts Division: "One of the things about broken hearts is that everybody's had one"
"She [Officer Mack] is definitely inspired by Inspector Clouseau [The Pink Panther]. He’s sort of a bumbling detective. I’ve always liked people, and especially characters, who are very convinced of things and sort of charge ahead without a lot of knowledge. There’s an adage that’s called 'Ready, Fire, Aim'. Sometimes you just sort of go for it, and I think this character is somebody who believes passionately in righting wrongs that she sees perpetrated on people."
Ilhan Omar and Filmmaker Norah Shapiro on Tribeca Film Festival’s 'Time for Ilhan'
“Regardless of what background you might have, regardless of what the obstacles might look like, regardless of how old you are, regardless of how poor you are, regardless of how marginalized you are, you have something to contribute. If there is something that you need to change, you need to be the one that does it."
Vincent Musi: ‘National Geographic’s Most Unlikely Animal Photographer’
“I just never thought that was possible, you know, to make that kind of connection with these animals. So that’s kind of where I started with it. I felt like if I could get to that place, figure out what the animal was about, then I might be able to make a better photograph of it.”
Director Mark Pellington on Nostalgia: “It’s like an ailment that you enjoy”
“There’s bitter, which is decidedly distasteful, right? And there’s sweet. Bittersweet is that combination. In the film, all these things come from a girl who’s 19 years old, and it is that—bittersweet, like a pain you desire. It’s a contradiction. It’s the past, and it’s probably not good for me, but I like it. I feel comfortable in it. It’s like an ailment that you enjoy.”
“Adventure, Challenge, and Glory”: 'The Millionaires’ Unit' Filmmakers Darroch Greer and Ron King on FYU’s Journey from Yale Students to American Heroes
"The little bit of news that was coming out about the war overseas was that this was the biggest event of mankind. In the history of the world. And they wanted to play a part, and they wanted to fly. It was a young person’s energetic dream of adventure, and challenge, and glory."
'Liberated: The New Sexual Revolution': A Conversation with Filmmaker Benjamin Nolot and Spring Breakers Shay and Kimmy
"I think our view has been so distorted on what love really is ... I think that love is an intangible, universal, extremely powerful notion of giving yourself to someone unconditionally with compassion without expecting anything in return."
Lisa Lillien on Hungry Girl Magazine, Healthy Eating Tips for College Students
"The thing about ‘not having time’… I feel like you can always make excuses about not having time for something. But, you guys, you wake up every day, you have time to brush your teeth. You have time to do that. So you have to have time to think about your eating if it’s important to you."
Angie and Ruby: Tips for Talking to a Person with a Disability
"My hope is that people will see that individuals with disabilities are not destined to a sad, lonely life. With the right attitude, they can have amazing friendships, cool experiences, awesome achievements and a life full of love and happiness."
“Celebs on Sandwiches” Artist Jeff McCarthy: “There’s obviously an absurdity and randomness to the idea”
In the modern-day world of social media, it often takes more than just another pretty picture for an artist to become a viral sensation.
A Conversation With Marcia Clark: Snap Judgment, Her Writing Process, and Not Taking BS
"Do not put up with any bullshit. Make sure that the people around you love you, care for you, value you, and cherish you. And do not put up with anyone who is any less than that."
A Conversation With Leeza Gibbons: Partnership with Senior Helpers, Dodging Drama, and Remembering to Breathe
It is late afternoon on Valentine’s Day, and the two of us are sitting in the lobby of Central Park’s Essex House Hotel with news journalist, entertainment reporter, host, and health advocate Leeza Gibbons. We met to interview her, but so far, she has spent 15 minutes interviewing us. She is sitting on the couch leaning on one knee, and slightly forward as she speaks with us.
Our work with Musée Magazine!
THE TWIN CONNECTION
We wrote THE TWIN CONNECTION (Wyatt-Mackenzie, OCT 2014) because we were on a mission: Mission Show The World What Adolescent Twinhood Is Really Like.
