After Hours with Defo and Lubie

Krysten Ritter has been on the Hollywood scene for years from a co-star role in SHE'S OUT OF MY LEAGUE, to a memorable role in the iconic tv series BREAKING BAD, to her starring role in JESSICA JONES of the Marvel Universe. Ritter is also a best selling author her first novel BONFIRE was a smash hit.  Krysten now releases the long awaited RETREAT a thriller as well. Ritter joins After Hours to discuss her latest novel, plus how she got into writing, and what she enjoys about writing as opposed to acting.  

Today on After Hours Lubie talks with comedy icon a man who was a Hollywood Squares regular, who won multiple Emmy awards, Bruce Vilanch. Bruce has also been involved with some of the most infamous tv ever, that is why he wrote the new book IT SEEMED LIKE A BAD IDEA AT THE TIME: The Worst TV Shows in History and Other Things I Wrote. Bruce talks about what brought him to write a tale of his wrongs, and how he decided to just lean into it! Plus he discusses the world of comedy today.

Jamele Hill is a renowned sports journalist who has broadened her horizons in recent years to report, write, and analyze politics and so much more. Hill has recently started a new podcast SPOLITICS in conjunction with iHeartMedia, but also found wherever you get your podcasts. Jemele joined After Hours to discuss what you can expect from SPOLITICS and she discussed her take on the Presidential election. #trump #harris #biden #usa #election  

Paul Reiser was a comic star in the 1980's when he landed the co-lead role in what became one of the biggest tv series of all time MAD ABOUT YOU alongside Helen Hunt. Paul maintained his presence in the stand-up world but continued to find his footing on the small screen, starring in modern day hits Amazon Prime's THE BOYS, Netflix's STRANGER THINGS, and THE KOMENSKY METHOD. However, stand-up is where his heart has remained and he discusses why he is releasing his first comedy special in over 30 years November 19th 2024 on Amazon Prime, Apple TV and wherever you get your cable services!

Raven Symone hit the entertainemtn world as a yong child on the then hit THE COSBY SHOW.  She has gone on to have ovwr a 30 year career that spans acting, writing, producing, directing.  She has headlined Broadway, co-hosted the lo g running talk show THE VIEW, plus starred in multiple tv series. She joins After Hours to talk about her latest endeavor SCRABBLE Monday nights at 8p on The CW. Raven talked about how she got involved in SCRABBLE. Plus her expansive and impressive career. What keeps her going to this day. #ravensymone #thatssoraven #disney #scrabble #trivialpursuit

Greg Rosenthal has covered the NFL for years now he brings you NFL Daily along with a cast of amazing co-hosts from Steve Wyche, Nick Shook & more. Lubie talks about what are some of the big NFL storylines as the season is upon us. Plus who does Greg thinks are favorites for the title and who does he have winning the championship!  

Aaron Rodgers has gone from all time great quarterback beloved off-the-field for his quick wit and openness to discuss social issues; to a man who goes away for darkness retreats and is anti vaccines. Ian O'Connor is an award winning sports writer and 4 times best selling author who has honed in on the Aaron Rodgers story with his latest book, OUT OF THE DARKNESS: The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers. They discuss what caused Rodgers flip from loved to disliked, from reserved to widely outspoken, from Green bay to New York.  Plus what does Rodgers have left for the field and how good are the Jets?!  

Eric Bana hails from Australia and has found a place in Hollywood since the late 1990's. He has played The Hulk, been a Jewish savior in Munich, travelled through time in The Time Traveler's Wife; he has also directed film as well. Eric talks about his latest project Force of Nature: The Dry 2 out in theatres and on Digital Friday May 10th. He talks about how being in film/tv has changed from the 1990's to today.  Plus what he enjoys the most between roles as actor, producer, or director.  

Hannah Brown, or Hannah B as she became known has stolen the hearts of many across the reality tv world.  Being apart of the BACHELOR, starring in her own season of The BACHELORETTE, and winning a season of DANCING WITH THE STARS, she is well versed at being in the public eye. Hannah has also written many books and has a new novel out MISTAKES WE NEEVR MADE. Hannah B joined AFTER HOURS to talk about her time on reality tv shows, plus how she transitioned into being an author. You can find MISTAKES WE NEVER MADE wherever books are sold!

Michael Kosta is widely known for his hilarious and spot on segments on THE DAILY SHOW. He also co-hosts a podcast CHOOSING SIDES: F1. Kosta discussed how it is on a day-to-day basis doing the heralded Daily Show. He also discusses how he got into F! and what their podcast truly gets into.    

Johnny Chan won back-to-back World Series of Poker main event bracelets in 1987 and 1988.  He was one of the main figures in the Poker classic film ROUNDERS.  To this day he is an icon in the world of poker. Johnny joined this edition of AFTEER HOURS to discuss his legendary poker career. How he got into the game of poker, how he made it his career, and what he is up to today. Plus Johnny talks about being in the film ROUNDERS and just how real that movie was compared to the high stakes games of poker Chan has been around in his life.

Brandon Lang is one of the most prominent names in the handicapping world, he is one of the original television handicappers.  The film TWO FOR THE MONEY was based on his life. He joined AFTER HOURS to breakdown both the Men's NCAA TOURNAMENT FINAL FOUR and the WOMEN'S FINAL FOUR. He gives who he likes to win each Final Four game, AND who he likes to win it all for both! Find more of Brandon's tremendous plays here:   https://www.brandonlang.com/

Don Winslow is a 7 time New York Times best selling author.  His series of City on Fire, City of Dreams, and NOW City in Ruins has taken 30 years to come together. Don joined AFTER HOURS to discuss City in Ruins, confirm that it will be his last book.  Winslow discussed what else he has been involved in, and what he looks to do next. He also talked about his involvement when his books are turned into films/series. Find CITY IN RUINS wherever books are sold.

Stephen Moyer has been acting on the stage since his teenage years, opening his own stage company at age 16.  He found himself acting in Hollywood for years, when he got the break many of us know him for, playing Bill Compton on HBO's TRUE BLOOD. On TRUE BLOOD Anna Paquin played Suki another main character. The two fell in love in their time working on the show, and eventually married. Today they are happily married with 2 children.  The two are now working together again in the new film, A BIT OF LIGHT out in select theatres and VIDEO ON DEMAND Friday April 5th. Stephen joined AFTER HOURS to discuss  A BIT OF LIGHT, he also discussed working with his wife then and now. Plus IF there was anything he could or wouldn't change about the trailblazing show  TRUE BLOOD. A BIT OF LIGHT is out in select theatres and VIDEO ON DEMAND Friday April 5th. #trueblood #annapaquin #abitoflight #husband #wife  

Opening Day in Major League Baseball was once seemingly a national holiday.  Baseball these days does not resonate nationally like it once did, however from coast to coast Opening Day still does have some shine to it. Defo and Lubie come to you from South Florida where Opening Day is non-existent but that doesn't mean it means any less to them.  They remember what Opening Day once was and what it could be today. Plus it is the opening of the Sweet 16 for the Men's NCAA Tournament.  They give a couple of their favorite plays for the 4 game card. #openingday #baseball #sweet16 #marchmadness #ncaatournament

March Madness through 2 rounds of Men's NCAA Tournament action has lived up to the billing.  The first round was riddled with upsets, however the second round went much more true to form. Defo and Lubie talked about unlike in recent years, the Sweet 16 feels much more full of blue bloods than Cinderellas?! NC State continues it is absurd run into the 16's, but others like Oakland, Grand Canyon, Duquesne, and Yale say good-bye to the Madness. While Duke, UNC, Arizona, Illinois, and much more chalk found it's way on to the Sweet 16. #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #BigDance #Sweet16

The Chicago Bears have been looking for a QB for decades, and that remains the case after they traded away once 1st Rd pick Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers.  Fields had been severely up-and-down in his time in the WINDY CITY, however being only 25 years old he still had much room to grow.  The Bears somehow though were only able to get a conditional 6th Rd draft pick in return, that could become a 4th Rd pick if Fields plays 51% of the time. It seems to be a horrendous return for a guy that has started the last 2 years for Chicago and had seemed to turn his play around toward the end of the season?! Defo and Lubie cannot wrap their heads around why the Bears felt the need to make the move now for such a horrible return. Plus the NCAA Tournament officially gets underway Tuesday night with the first 2 play-in games. They discuss if there is any angle to make some money on this first official action of The Tournament! #justinfields #chicagobears #marchmadness #ncaatournament #basketball

The Brackets have been released, Defo and Lubie take an early look at the field of 68, and try to find some of the early upsets. Who do they like to go deep into the tournament, also who do they see bowing out early, is all on the table today! Who got left put shockingly, and why did it happen?! #marchmadness #ncaatournament #brackets #finalfour #collegebasketball

There truly is nothing like March Madness in the American sports landscape.  However, the NCAA Tournament is NOT the beginning of the Madness, it starts with the conference tournaments. Where teams can start to put things together that may be of value come time for the brackets. Defo and Lubie are looking at the small to major conference tourneys wondering where some solid upsets may be found?! Plus are any teams starting to make a name for themselves that could be useful for the NCAA Tournament?! #marchmadness #ncaatournament #brackets #collegebasketball #hoops

The NFL mock draft has become a sensation every outlet, media and fans alike create a mock draft. Yearly within these mock drafts, and even on draft day QBs fly up the board and get drafted vastly higher than they should. They wonder what QBs do NFL franchises reach on in this year's draft?! Plus what sport fan doesn't find themselves intrigued by the off-season rumor mill of possible trades or signings.  When these possible moves become reality it is fantastic to think and hope about what these new configured teams could be?! However in season trades are a rarity, especially moves of a high caliber, unless you are talking about the NHL. Hockey is amazing for tons of in-season action both on the ice, but also with transactions.  Defo and Lubie talk about a wild day of hockey transactions and what does it mean for the rest of the season. #nfldraft #mockdraft #nhl #hockey #trade

Of course when it comes to any sports season futures bets come to mind.  Possible season long bets that could score you big earnings. Defo and Lubie wonder if they or anyone out there has the patience to see a season long MLB bet through. Plus what specific and out there MLB bet would you take?! #mlb #baseball #bets #future #gambling

Artimus Pyle is the lone remaining original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd still on the planet, the Hall of Fame drummer talks about their big hits sweet home Alabama and FREEBIRD; among others. Plus his new album which mixes Lynyrd Skynyrd classics with music icons; ANTHEMS! #lynyrdskynyrd #rocknroll #music #halloffame #rock

The NBA season is very long and because of that it is difficult to wager on especially in the world of load management. However, when you get down to the last 25 or so games the real contenders come into focus and allow the gambler to have a better idea on a nightly basis who to wager towards. Defo and Lubie focus on the top of the East and West as good spots for your money! #BostonCeltics #MiamiHeat #DenverNuggets #LosAngelesClippers #NBA

The Detroit Pistons have had an awful season, however they put together a strong performance Monday night against a banged up New York Knicks team. They held the lead late in the game when the refs held the whistle on a blatant foul that could have sealed the win for the Pistons. Defo and Lubie talk about when refs ruin games and how painful it can be when you have a gambling interest in those games?! #NBA #newyorkknicks #detroitpistons #refs #officials

Spring Training has begun, March Madness is around the corner.  Defo and Lubie transition into the Winter sports time of the year. Plus the NHL is gearing up for the playoffs, the sports buffet is fully loaded to start the week! #nhl #nba #ncaam #springtraining #marchmadness

Football is done, basketball is coming out of the All Star break, ALSO baseball is getting set to start up Spring Training. Defo and Lubie try to pay homage to what was once America's past time now struggling to hang on to relevance. Outside of big cities with hundreds of years of history does baseball still matter on the American landscape... #baseball #mlb #springtraining

March Madness is just that from a true competition standpoint, from the conference tournaments to the NCAA Tournament upsets are the calling card. These upsets are glorious to watch as a sports fan. However, as a gambler often these upsets ruin your bankroll.  Defo and Lubie talked about how they already are proving how difficult the NCAA Tournament can be for the degenerate even before the conference tournaments arrive?! #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #collegebasketball

The NFL and even college football have become the hub for sports betting, the places where gamblers FEEL they have an edge when making wagers. Now with all football done for this season Defo and Lubie discuss where the gambler goes NOW?! NBA is tough and college basketball does NOT have the popularity it once had.  However, all is not lost for the sports gambler. They give you hope for your wagering delights. #gambling #wagering #nfl #collegefootball #marchmadness

Valentine's Day a contrived holiday by the greeting card and chocolate companies, is meant to celebrate love and happiness. Defo and Lubie discuss how all too often it is a day that lives in infamy for many the gambler.  Who tends to struggles with romantic gestures, in between all their sports action. They tried to assist or be a voice for those degenerates who have had their issues with Cupid's day?! #valentinesday #gambling #wagering #cupid #flowers

Religion originated from a place of love and peace, but throughout history it has been weaponized to control the masses and used as a power grab. Award winning director, producer, actor Rob Reiner joins forces with Director Dan Partland to bring GOD AND COUNTRY to theatres Friday February 16th.  They talk with Christian thought leaders, Christian leaders overall and others about the misinformation and misguided nature of the Christian Nationalism movement. The idea of zealotry whatever the religion it is based on is scary and an issue worldwide.  Here in America Christian Nationalism has overtaken many political conversations and GOD AND COUNTRY tries to separate Christianity from Christian Nationalism. You can find GOD AND COUNTRY in theatres to limited release Friday, February 16th 2024. Also find Rob Reiner on X/Twitter @robreiner #robreiner #christianity #christiannationalism #faith #love

Chiefs vs Niners feels like a too close to call match-up, and that is how Defo and Lubie have treated it all week long. However, what is the Super Bowl without action; so they give who they feel will win this Sunday! Chiefs have 2 Super Bowl wins in the last 5 years; with Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes the best in the business at their positions. The Niners have the deeper talent pool across the board, and have found a way to win each game in the playoffs. They talk about how they deciphered between it all here! #KansasCityChiefs #SanFrancisco49ers #SuperBowlLVIII

When it comes to the BIG GAME the two teams in it is only the beginning.  The true gambler LOVES the props that go along with the game. One of the props that is scrutinized every year is the National Anthem over/under.  Defo and Lubie dissect this year's singer, Reba McEntire's long history of singing National Anthems. #superbowl #nationalanthem #rebamcentire

Ryan Gordon was a long-time fashion executive, he found himself as a Sales Director for Puma.  Ryan decided that he wanted to do more for the shoe game and for the world. So Ryan started Common Enemy, a basketball shoe brand that not only look great but every pair of shoes sold 5% of the profits go to fight systemic change.  The funds go to causes like healthcare for all and a livable wage for all. Ryan joined AFTER HOURS to discuss what brought him to start Common Enemy, and what he looks to do now and long-term with the brand. Follow Common Enemy/ Ryan on IG: @commonenemybasketball

One of the great questions to date is what REALLY happened with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.  Renowned filmmaker Rob Reiner teamed up with renowned journalist Soledad O'Brien to ry and finally answer the question WHO KILLED JFK in a new podcast series. They joined AFTER HOURS to discuss the podcasts origination, and if they do finally answer that 60 year old question. Find the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, follow Rob Reiner on X (Twitter) @RobReiner, and Soledad O'Brien @SoledadObrien.

Dan Pompei has written for the Chicago Sun-Times, the Bleacher Report, now writes for the Athletic.  He has written about sports for well over 40 years and has now taken on a massive task of breaking down the 100 greatest NFL players EVER in his new book; THE FOOTBALL 100 - Greatest Players in NFL History. Dan discussed on AFTER HOURS, the Hall of Fame players he left off his list, and some players like Patrick Mahomes , who made the list but he expects to soar up it in years to come. Find: THE FOOTBALL 100 - Greatest Players in NFL History, wherever books are sold!

Scott Patterson is most known for the character Luke Danes from the long running CW hit, now Netflix star, THE GILMORE GIRLS. Patterson now stars in a new CW series SULLIVAN'S CROSSING, this time his character is much more to the forefront of the show and much deeper.  Scott talks about the difference in characters from Luke to Sully. Patterson also discusses what drew him to the show and how he channels the character that is such a divergence from his own personal experiences. You can see SULLIVAN'S CROSSING Wednesdays @ 8p on the CW

Ed Begley Jr. from St. ELSEWHERE to A MIGHTY WIND has been a dynamic presence in both film and tv for decades. He has also carried a passion for saving our planet from his youth growing up in the smog of Los Angeles. He details the amazing life his has led in his new memoir TO THE TEMPLE OF TRANQUILITY ... AND STEP ON IT! You Can Find Ed's memoir here: https://www.amazon.com/Temple-Tranquility-Step-Memoir/dp/0306832100  or wherever books are sold.

Frank Schwab has covered the NFL for 2 decades for Yahoo, he also is a great sports handicapper. Frank joins After Hours to discuss the upcoming NFL season! Frank is curious about the New York Aaron Rodger experiment. He also finds it hard to go against the Eagles out of the NFC, plus reminds people just how good the Bills still are?! Follow Frank on Twitter @YahooSchwab

Melissa Gilbert starred on one of the all time iconic television shows THE LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE.  She has acted for years and also became a best selling author. She joined After Hours to talk about her latest book, BACK TO THE PRAIRIE: A Home Remade, A Life Rediscovered. Defo and Lubie also discussed the South Florida laden NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Finals!  

Vinnie Politan has witnessed may trils over his long tenure as Court Tv Anchor.  Now he hosts a new true crime series, ACCOMPLICE TO MURDER. He talked about some of the craziest trials he has witnessed on After Hours. He also discussed what people can expect from his new venture!

Jeffrey Toobin details what led Timothy McVeigh to pull off the Oklahoma City Bombing in the 1990's, and how it led to all the right wing extremism we have seen the last 2 decades. Toobin talks about how that culminated in the January 6th Capitol riots, and how the internet has played a big role and the growth of this movement. Get HOMEGROWN wherever books are sold.

Defo and Lubie talk with Pulitzer Prize winning writer/author Dave Barry about his latest offering, SWAMP STORY. Barry the long-time award winning columnist for the Miami Herald and renowned author has another novel that takes the Florida real stories and makes them fit perfectly into fiction. Defo and Dave go way back so they remembered some of their favorite strange South Florida tales!