Super Hungry the Podcast

In the SEASON 2 FINALE of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists I got to go down to my hometown film festival, the Melbourne Independent Filmmakers Festival in Florida to interview cult icon from the View Askewniverse -- Brian O'Halloran! Virginia talks to Brian about his theatrical roots, what it was like shooting Clerks (and how it felt to revisit the story with a cameo role in the biopic "Shooting Clerks"), and lays down some solid and honest advice to wannabe artists -- "don't be afraid of criticism." [Apologies for the slightly peaky audio] (Sponsors: West Michigan Film and Video Alliance & Meander Arts)

In the second to last episode of Season 2 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, Virginia invited Grand Rapids-based rapper and Hip Hop artist Lady Ace Boogie to her basement to perform an intimate set of songs off LAB's forthcoming album "Don't Box Me In." Filled with incredible live performances, poignant conversations about the state of independent music and the current super charged social atmosphere of America, and guest questions from the audience (A Super Hungry the Podcast first!!) -- this is one episode you won't want to miss. [And check out the YouTube video of the episode too!]

In episode 24 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, Virginia sits down with painter and musician Rick Beerhorst (@studiobeerhorst) and they talk about overcoming upbringings to find your truth, overcoming depression to find a new series of paintings, and overcoming financial setbacks with some amazingly practical advice for working artists.

In episode 23 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, Virginia went on the road to the Hall of Heroes Comic Con in Elkhart, Indiana to interview the Mads themselves, MST3K legends and movie riffing icons Trace Beaulieu and Frank Conniff! Virginia and the boys talk about their standup comedy roots; what it's like riffing movies after all of these years with their live touring show, The Mads Are Back, as well as their own podcast, Movie Sign with The Mads; and Frank has some great advice for up-and-coming comics in today's new media landscape. We've got movie sign! You don't wanna miss this!

In episode 22 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I got to have a chat with multi-platinum recording artist and pop music star Aaron Carter about his brand-new EP "Love." We talk about what it was like for him to be a producer on every track, how his music and fandom has changed over the years, and he gives some incredible advice to artists still grinding waiting for their big break. Be sure to check out "Love" on iTunes, and the singles "Fools Gold" and "Sooner or Later" -- both with videos now on Youtube!

In episode 21 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I got to sit down with my old high school classmate and all around "good guy" Ser'darius Blain. One of the most genuine and talented actors of his generation, Ser'darius started acting as a kid, and soon enough, his passion led him to NYC to study his craft, and then to LA -- to take over Hollywood. Since leaving our small hometown in Brevard County, FL, Ser'darius has gone on to acclaimed roles in "Footloose", "Star Trek: Into Darkness", "When the Game Stands Tall", "Camp X-Ray" with Kristen Stewart, and most recently he stars in the new "Jumanji" sequel opposite Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, and Jack Black. We reminisce on small town upbringings, Ser'darius drops some advice on how to stay hungry for your art -- even when you're waiting tables while simultaneously a TV series regular, and genuinely just enjoy each other's conversation in this high school reunion episode -- 12 years in the making.

In the 20th episode (!!) of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I sit down with venerable TV legend, Stan Zimmerman. Writer/Producer for The Golden Girls, Gilmore Girls (he wrote "Norman Mailer, I'm Pregnant!"), Roseanne, Something Wilder (with Gene Wilder!), A Very Brady Sequel, co-creator of Rita Rocks on Lifetime, and owner of one of the coolest Instagram feeds on my dashboard; Stan came to the studio to talk to me about life as a professional writer and producer. And now with two brand new shows for Tellofilms, "Secs & Execs" and "Skirtchasers", Stan is a positive reminder that working incredibly hard and treating people with respect will get you everywhere.

In episode 19 of Super Hungry the Podcast (S2 E6), Virginia sits down with Chris Henry, the host of Crew Call: The Below-the-Line Podcast. For fans of the Anonymous Production Assistant blog, Chris and Crew Call interview below the line members of production crews (including Virginia and her role as on set Production Coordinator). Virginia talks to Chris about making it work in the world of sound production and engineering, and Chris talks to Virginia about why she's leaving LA. They both talk about traffic a lot -- how very Californian. Not your typical Super Hungry episode, enjoy this crossover, and don't forget to check out Crew Call on iTunes too!

In the 5th episode of season 2 of Super Hungry the Podcast, I sit down with the hilarious and inimitable Tom Wilson. We talk about his stand up comedy roots, working with Paul Feig and Steven Spielberg, and how he used to be Richard Pryor's doorman at The Comedy Store. Special thanks to Grand MacGuffin Studios for hosting us!

In this episode I chat with my friend and actor, Justin Dray, who is currently starring as "StarMan" on CMT's "Still the King" with Billy Ray Cyrus. Co-hosted by Morgan Rodner of The Grand MacGuffin Podcast, we talk to Justin about making your dreams happen outside of Hollywood and making them happen inside Hollywood -- even if that means working at Ralph's first.

In the inaugural LIVE show for Super Hungry the Podcast, Virginia takes the show on the road to Club Downunder in Tallahassee and the students of Florida State University with actor and improvisor Jim O'Heir. Known best as Jerry Gergich on NBC's Parks and Recreation, Jim talks about his start in Chicago improv, what brought him to Los Angeles over 20 years ago, and why he's eager to explore roles that are different from his mild-mannered TV counterpart. [Sponsored by Lularoe ZL and Liz and The Park Avenue Inn]

Actor, writer, children’s book author, and live movie-riffing legend, Trace called in and we chatted for about an hour about his career and highlights with Mystery Science Theater 3000; working “outside the box” to publish his book, “Silly Rhymes for Belligerent Children”; doing live riff shows with Cinematic Titanic, and now The Mads Are Back; and what it’s like when Paul Feig just keeps writing characters with him in mind (Freaks and Geeks, Other Space).

In the Season 2 premier, writer, poet, and old college friend Jesse Damiani stops by and we talk about the cost of living in Los Angeles (and we don’t mean money), what it’s like to get a Master’s Degree in Poetry, and, among other things, "Why Walter White Is the Most Important Character in the History of Television."

In episode 13 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I talk with multi-platinum recording artist, 16-time Grammy nominee, and R&B legend for over 20 years -- Brian McKnight. His new album, "Better" dropped on 2/26/16, and we talk about the album's inspiration; who in his life makes him a better man; and Brian shares some wisdom to up-and-coming artists trying to make a living in the art world.

In episode 12 of Super Hungry the Podcast, I sit down with comedian Brad Wenzel, fresh from his TV debut on Conan O'Brien. We talk about how he did his first stand-up set at 17, that time he got in a car wreck with Brian Posehn in the passenger seat, and how he bounces back from sets that aren't so great.

On episode 11 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I sit down with actor, singer, and UBNRadio.com radio host Alexander Rodriguez. We talk about setbacks, making the wrong decision for 'love', and just what exactly almond milk is.

In the 10th episode of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists I sit down and talk to Stephen Johnnson (in person) and Scott Pell (over Skype from Michigan), the creators of the podcast Old Geek Young Geek. We talk about video games and nerd culture, redefining what "making it" means, and the fears that keeps us from "leveling up" in life. Also, we talk to Scott about what it was like to become a meme, #ShenmueGuy

In episode 9 I chat with one of the stars of ABC Family's Kevin From Work, and my friend and old colleague, the HILARIOUS Jason Rogel. We talk about that time he had to motorboat Amy Sedaris on camera, the disappointment of his mother that he's "not as skinny as Neil Patrick Harris," and what Aziz Ansari got right about first-generation Americans with immigrant parents on Netflix' Master of None. Also -- his 25 Days of Christmas triumph, Mistletones.

In Episode 8 of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists I interview singer, musician, and actor Trevor Page. We talk about his experience growing up interracial and LGBT in rural Florida, what it was like to be on a tour with Britney Spears when he was a teenager, and how moving to LA has helped fuel the fire for him to release 2 full length albums independently.

In episode 7 I sit down with 2 of the stars of AMC's Halt and Catch Fire, August Emerson and Joshua Hoover, to talk about child acting, the theater of Taylor Swift, and the brotherhood of The Mutiny. We also discuss the upcoming holiday and the definitive Halloween classic, Hocus Pocus.

I sit down with filmmaker and human enigma Caleb Slain and we talk about how he unschooled himself all the way to film school, dropped out, and then showed his first film at SXSW and Telluride at 21. He also used to get paid to play Halo.

On the 5th episode of Super Hungry: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists, I talk to rapper, producer, and songwriter Matt Rose about growing up in Kansas, schooling at Berklee College of Music (and the wonder that is Boston), and how his older brother's illnesses helped him become a man. We've also got a special announcement you don't want to miss!

In the 4th episode of Super Hungry: Conversations with not-so Starving Artists, I interview former dive-bar queen and current Art Director of Malibu Magazine, Fairfax Banks. We talk about art school hierarchies, #PIZZAMERICA, and how she moved across the country on the allure of a Craigslist sublet offer. Spoiler alert: she has since moved to a much nicer apartment.

This week in the closet I interview actress and comedienne Jeanne Taylor to talk about the necessity of side projects, “getting the milk for free”, and how a girl from Michigan who always thought she’d be a church organist ended up in Hollywood playing a man’s game by her rules.

Writer, blogger, and model Kayley Vandenberg stops by the closet to talk about life after plans, giving up the 'end goal' and finding inspiration in yourself.

Super Hungry the Podcast: Conversations with Not-So Starving Artists. Created and hosted by Virginia Anzengruber, Super Hungry the Podcast features intimate conversations with people who are working hard, hustling daily, and still super hungry for their really "big break." In the first episode, I talk with Stephanie Ritter, actress, comedian, and my old friend and classmate, about her now-infamous eBay post, what selling her "college experience" really meant, and what she yells at cat-callers.