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Each episode an up and coming entertainment professional chooses a beer to drink with hosts Steven Baer and Paul Dirico, two podcasters on a mission to learn about each guest's journey. As the beers open up, so do the pros. Like beer, the conversations with these artists and entertainment profession…

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    • Aug 25, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 38m AVG DURATION
    • 21 EPISODES


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    Episode 21 - Robbie Larsen: Music Photography

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 106:39


    Episode 20 - The Post Corona Premier...WTF Just Happened!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 97:32


    Episode 19 - James Cowart

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 96:24


    On today's episode we drink Modelo Negra and shoot the bull with actor and entrepreneur James Cowart. Tune in to hear James share some wisdom on the child acting experience, and find out about his latest branding endeavor Purebred Los Angeles. Stick around long enough and you'll get a real treat, as James and Steven lay down some seriously flippant bars over an all-time classic beat. Keep up with James' moves on Instagram @jameselijawon !!

    Episode 18 - Haidyn Harvey

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 106:55


    On this episode we drink Goose Island IPA, a beer that packs a refreshing punch, just like our guest Haidyn Harvey. Get to streaming to hear all about her ability to evade the woes of child-acting, her gripes with social media culture, and how it feels to sell a screenplay. She's just getting started, and you can keep up with the moves she's making at haidynharvey.com and on Instagram @hayj0405.

    Episode 17 - Claire Fagin

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2020 103:13


    On this episode we drink Synergy Kombucha and Vodka (guess you'll have to listen to hear how that works out) and talk with photographer extraordinaire Claire Fagin. We get to the bottom of all kinds of crazy things from her work with Tame Impala and the Grateful Dead to her conception of the "Good Greens" movement. To keep up with her endeavors and to witness her skill for yourself, check out Claire's Instagram @clairefagin !

    Episode16 - Jasmine Ilarde

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2020 89:23


    On today's episode we drink Signature Select Strawberry Watermelon Sparkling Water (hey give us a break, we recorded this in the morning! Consider it a health-beer) and chat with actress, writer, and director, Jasmine Ilarde. Pop on this bad boy to hear about the tools Jasmine uses to get into a role, her drive to collaborate with her peers, and her passion for David Lynch. Keep up with Jasmine on Instagram and Twitter @jasmineilarde, and be sure to check out justjasmine.tumblr.com to hear more of her takes on this crazy ride we call life!

    Episode 15 - Peter Filimaua

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 109:36


    On this episode we drink Gosling’s Ginger Beer and chat with writer, director, and producer, Peter Filimaua. Tune in to hear the hottest of takes on Peter’s first week at USC’s School of Cinematic arts, crying over Peter Jackson’s King Kong, and, to keep things light, tribal acceptance as an influence on will. Make sure you follow Peter on Instagram @peterfilimaua and be sure to check out his latest short films on his YouTube channel (just search his name!).

    Episode 14 - Will Craig

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 96:23


    On this episode of Peers and Beers, we drink Firestone Walker 805 and chat with actor Will Craig. To all aspiring actors out there, this guy knows his stuff, and he's got multiple performances at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe under his belt to back it up! So tune in to hear some great insight on how to prepare for roles on stage and on screen, how to cultivate a comfortable and productive environment on set, and how to get on your agent's good side. Be sure to keep up with Will @will_craig !!

    Episode 13 - Ryan Opton

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2019 107:02


    On this episode we interview comedian, poet and actor Ryan Opton; the only Peers and Beers guest with the audacity to drink vodka on the program! In our conversation we talk about Ryan’s childhood in Texas, being a pastor’s kid, faith and his success in the LA stand up comedy scene. Whether you’re thinking about hitting the open mics or your just a fan of comedy in general, this conversation is a must listen! Be sure to follow Ryan on all social medias @ryanopton. Also you can see Ryan perform at the LGBTQ+ on M.I.C. Queer AF Showcase, Wednesday, December 11 at 8:00pm at Tao Comedy Studio.

    Episode 12 - Bailey Soudelier

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019


    On this week’s episode we interview production/costume designer and fashion expert Bailey Soudelier. Hear the story of Bailey’s escape from the South, her marvelous insight into the world of both theatrical and cinematic set design as well as her advice on how to NOT be basic. Whether you’re fab or fashionably challenged this conversation is a must listen. Be sure to follow Bailey on Instagram @baisoudy to keep up with all of her great work.

    Episode 11 - Kiarra Harris

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 96:40


    On this episode we drink Angry Orchard hard ciders (which is, decidedly and obviously, a beer) and chat with aspiring model and actress Kiara Harris. Join us as we record in our living room for the very first time to discuss the benefits of being extra, visualizing success, and bailing on sketchy documentaries. You'll even get to hear the trash men come by and pick up our very own Peers and Beers trash! Make sure you follow Kiara on Twitter and Instagram @kiarraharr, and on Snapchat @raineyki to keep up with her latest acting and modeling endeavors!

    Episode 10 - Ifeanyi Ezieme

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 102:27


    On this episode we drink Heineken and speak with the prolific Ifeanyi Ezieme about how to party like a Nigerian, the glory days of bootlegging movies, and there might even be a little Fani Tsunami freestyle in the mix... guess you'll have to listen to find out! Keep up with Ifeanyi @eefaunee as he begins his time at the USC School of Cinematic Arts and continues his budding career as a director!

    Episode 9 - Jake Rawson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2019 88:51


    On this episode we pop bottles of Miller High Life and chat with cinematographer and editor Jake Rawson about the weirdness of the Pacific Northwest, being torn between dinosaurs and Star Wars, and how he once locked eyes with Halsey for moments straight. Keep up with Jake's film and music video endeavors on instagram @jakers_jaking !

    Episode 8 - Julian Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019


    On this episode of Peers and Beers, we sip Stella's and welcome actress and singer/songwriter Julian Lee. Ever wonder what it's like to be on the set of a Post Malone music video, how to write a love (or breakup) song, or what the deal is with the agent/client dynamic? Then tune in! And be sure to keep up with Jules on instagram @juleslee223

    Episode 7 - Noah Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019


    On today's episode we drink Pacifico's and talk with Noah Kelly, grip extraordinaire, about growing up in South Carolina, his love for David Lynch, and the rampant narcissism in LA (which we are not a part of... we are perfect). Follow Noah on Instagram @nokeezy to keep up on all of the wild projects he's finessed his way onto.

    Episode 6 - Valentine Douglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2019


    On this episode of Peers and Beers we drink Modelos and speak with a model human being, none other than writer, filmmaker, and musician, Valentine Douglas. We chat about the power of Frank Ocean, the impact of reggae, and seeking truth. Keep on the lookout for Valentine's forthcoming EP 'When the Sun Sets', set to drop on 9/27! Hit the link in the bio to listen!

    Episode 5 - Matthew Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2019


    On this episode we drink Lagunitas IPA's and talk with writer, director, and producer Matthew Robinson. Check it out to hear us chat about Matt's search for an archaeologist-spacewoman, the grit behind Batman: The Animated Series, and the cinematic masterpiece that is The Adventures of Matthew Robinson. Matt just had an extremely successful run at this year's Hollywood Fringe Festival for the play he wrote entitled 'Olivia Wilde Doesn't Survive the Apocalypse'. Stay on top of his endeavors by following Matt on Instagram and Twitter @robinsonishyde, and be on the lookout for his latest piece, "Paramedics"!

    Episode 4 - Isabel Klein

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019


    On this week's podcast we drink IBC Root Beer (its still beer for all of you Peers and Beers purists out there, excuse us for caring about our friends, sheesh!) and talk to actress and improv extraordinaire Isabel Klein. Give it a listen to hear us chat about how she gets into the zone for particular roles and to get the inside scoop on the Groundlings, along with a bonus guest appearance by Tild Dannen! Be sure to keep your eye out for Isabel's readings at theaters across Los Angeles. Also check out her website, https://www.isabel-klein.com.

    Episode 3 - Christine Gaylean

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2019


    On this week’s episode we drink PBR and talk to actress Christine Gaylean about the Adventures of Bailey, what it’s like to go to art school, and Russian collusion! be sure to keep track of Christine’s travels as she heads back to Russia where she will be a member of the Moscow Art Theater!

    Episode 2 - Christian Treon

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2019 73:39


    On this episode we drink Miller High Life and talk to Christian Treon of the band Oddysseys, just before their performance at the Hotel Cafe in Los Angeles on August 9th. We talk about their latest tour, the Beatles, and whether or not people should like Titanic. Follow Christian on Instagram @oddtreon, and follow Oddysseys @oddysseys to keep up with the band's touring schedule and latest releases!

    Episode 1 - Josh Prits

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2019


    08/01/19 On this week's episode we tackle the important issues like racism in Star Wars and the cultural importance of Nacho Libre. Be sure to watch out for Josh's upcoming film Heretic, coming soon!

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