We all have a friend we feel compelled to introduce to others. In movies and tv shows we love, there's always a character that stands out and we wish we could know more. Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to “There’s Someone You Should Meet.†From stand-up comedians and football coaches to superheroes and sorcerers from alternate dimensions, we’ll introduce you to old friends and new, real and imaginary, and you’ll hear their journeys and the choices and twists of fate that brought them to where they are today – because everyone has a story to be told.
We delve into all aspects of the writing journey with New York Times Best Selling Author, Chandler Baker. From writing while holding a crying baby to talking to Kristen Wiig, we span the author's journey that led to her critically acclaimed novels, "Whisper Network" and "The Husbands."
This week's episode chats all things acting and screenwriting with the incredibly talented Hannah Marie Hines! We delve into her new journey into the screenwriting world, what her process was like and what she learned jumping from acting into writing. We continue about her wonderful short film, Celie, the intersection of art and faith, and hear her story of how she first got into acting.
We delve into all things Enneagram with the ultimate expert, Ashton Whitmoyer-Ober, aka Enneagram Ashton (@enneagramashton on Instagram)!
For the season two premiere, we ask a very important question. Have you heard of ... mouth acting?Meet actor and impressionist Mary Elizabeth Kelly and hear her journey on what it felt like to have one of her videos go viral, the world of acting and auditions, including if she'd ever be friends with one of her past characters. Of course, there'll be impressions as well!If you enjoy the episode, be sure to give a like, subscribe or review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. You can also follow for more content and show updates on Instagram and TikTok, @jd_myatt.
It's been a couple of weeks since Ted Lasso concluded its second season. The show has journeyed from a hidden gem, to universally beloved to now one of the most popular and hotly debated programs going on TV. Vinny and I pop in for a bonus episode to discuss this past season and ask ourselves: Is Ted Lasso worth the hype?
This week's SEASON FINALE of TSYSM is as honest as it gets as we sit down with artist/musican, Michael B. Allen, right before the release of his upcoming album, "Somebody!"We hear Michael's first memory of when his passion for music began (3:05) before delving into the long, turbulent series of events that led to creation of "Somebody" (16:10). While the journey was dark and chaotic, it's one of hope and rebirth, and may be the artist's masterpiece. Get the inside look into the powerful and profound new album set to go out this fall!
We made it to episode this week with special guest, Johnny Stimson!We begin by celebrating the artist/musicians epic summer 2021 and reaching 100 million streams on Spotify (1:30). The milestone leads into discussing what success truly looks like for Johnny (6:20) and how it feels to have his songs featured on a "Make Out Jams" playlist (12:05).Later, we delve into the artist's career journey and when he first felt like things started to take off for him (20:00). Then, we wind it down by exploring the process behind making his latest single, "Lay It All On Me," and a little glimpse of possible new music fans can expect in 2022 (34:00)!
This week, we head into the eye of the storm with KBTX News 3 Chief Meteorologist, Shel Winkley!We delve into life as a weatherman in College Station, plus learn what have been the biggest advancements in meteorology and its technology (3:15). Shel also shares how he went from being terrified of severe weather to making it his profession (13:00), including his time as a storm chaser and his closest call with a tornado (18:00)!We move into the world of TV and social media and how Shel's team have evolved to keep followers informed (27:00). Of course, we couldn't end the episode without asking about Shel's favorite beers, doing a forecast from a jumbotron at Kyle Field (43:00) and his most memorable blooper to occur on air (50:00).
This week, we're chatting with the starting quarterback of Texas A&M during my time in college, Stephen McGee!Now a current analyst for TexAgs.com, Stephen shared his views on the SEC realignment news and the rebirth of the A&M-Texas rivalry (4:15). We move on and chat about one of his crowning achievements as Aggie QB when he led "The Drive" and defeated the rival Longhorns, despite getting sick on the sidelines during the game (10:27)!Later, we discuss his recruiting experience (18:00), as well as handling fan scrutiny and navigating a coaching controversy while still trying to lead the football team (26:50). Finally, we wrap up by comparing life in the NFL versus the college game (35:25), and how he sees the game of football today as an analyst (44:00).Make sure to give us a follow on our Twitter page @TSYSM_Podcast for our latest updates and content!
This week, we welcome the leader of the #WakeEmUp movement and starting safety for the Texas A&M Aggies, Leon O'Neal Jr.!We span the entirety of Leon's illustrious career, including both the ups and the downs. We revisit his most meaningful game at Cypress Springs High School (4:00), and his experience being recruited by a school in the midst of a coaching transition (25:25). Next, we delve into life as a member of the Texas A&M football team. We go from helping the team on the recruiting trail (32:00), the demands of playing SEC football and handling fan expectations (42:00), to entering the transfer portal and how it made Leon an even better football player and teammate (52:00).
Get peek of what goes on behind in the scenes within the world of NCAA and NBA basketball with assistant coach, Mitchell Vanya!Mitchell has sat court-side for multiple NCAA Tournaments with Texas A&M, followed by two Western Conference finals appearances with the Houston Rockets. We chat about what it's like to grind up the coaching ladder and the game preparation that goes unnoticed by fans. We also talk about working with NBA all-stars such as Chris Paul and James Harden, as well as discuss one of the greatest Aggie Basketball moments of all time, The Baptism #IYKYK. Enjoy!
It's Marvel Mania at There's Someone You Should Meet!Vinny and I come in hot with MCU hot takes on the "Loki" season finale and ScarJo's curtain call and passing of the torch in "Black Widow."
This episode is a personal favorite as I sit down with a hometown from my childhood, Chase Williams (3:30)!Within the confines of where I grew up, Chase is a little league legend (14:00) and creator of one of the town's most iconic sports images from the Texas 5A Football State Playoffs (28:40). His local success led to All-Southland Conference honors at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi and his current career as a high school football coach. However, it was not all glorious as he also withstood, at a young age, the confusing arena of locker room politics (36:00) as well as experiencing racism within the high school and college sports world (57:15). We chat about how these experiences informed his sports career and how it's impacted his current role of coaching young men in today's world. Thank you for listening and follow us on our NEW Twitter handle, @TSYSMPodcast!Enjoy!
If you love, or hate, Aggie sport then tune in as I sit with GoodBullHunting.com's own String (@propjoesays on Twitter). We chat Texas A&M football, of course, sports fandom and how to deal with Twitter trolls. Then, I give either my best or worst intro of all time as Vinny and I show our undying love for the Fast and Furious franchise and breakdown the season midpoint of "Loki."Also, we have a Twitter account! Go follow us at @TSYSMPodcast today. Enjoy!(00:00) -- Chatting with String of GoodBullHunting.com(44:00) -- Loki Breakdown and Fast and the Furious Appreciation
We're talking celebrity encounters and spending time on a TV set with special guest, Kendall Vinson! Hear how she got to interact with THE Beyoncé and live to tell the tale. Then, Vinny and I are breaking down Loki episode 2, geeking out over time travel and, as always, bringing the hot takes. Enjoy!(1:33) Chatting with Kendall Vinson(4:00) Being Blessed by Beyonce(10:15) The Art of Meeting a Celebrity(16:00) How to Approach and Greet a Celebrity(20:30) Being on the Set of “Cougar Town” with Courtney Cox(33:30) “What's a moment in your life that made you feel like the coolest person in the world?”(42:45) NEW GAME -- “Explain Your Receipt”(48:50) “What's the last thing that brought you joy?”(54:20) Loki and Time Travel with Vinny(56:00) Best Uses of Time Travel in Movies(58:30) Loki Ep. 2 Recap(1:14:00) “Grade That Take!”
Delve into life as a Marine and mother with special guest, Chelsea Movilla-Diago. Plus, we break down the season premiere of Marvel's "Loki" on the FIRST EPISODE of There's Someone You Should Meet!!(3:40) Chatting “Loki”(31:00) “Grade That Take”(42:00) Interview with Chelsea Movilla-Diago(56:00) Chelsea's Journey to the Military(1:06:45) Being a Woman Training in the Military(1:15:15) “What's a moment in your life that made you feel like the coolest person in the world?”
Everyone has a story to be told...