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A native of Wroclaw, Poland, Martin started his career as an international sportswriter, broadcaster and author, spending two decades covering NBA games and publishing two acclaimed books on basketball. It was during this time that he met the late Kobe Bryant, who encouraged him to follow his passion for performance. Inspired by that advice, and an obsession with classic films, James Bond thrillers, and the work of Robert De Niro, Martin began training as an actor in his 30s, studying intensively at the Stella Adler Theater and the Beverly Hills Playhouse. He officially made the leap to full-time acting in his early 40s and quickly built an impressive resume, appearing in hit series like Stranger Things (Netflix), The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon), Better Call Saul (AMC), and Young Sheldon (CBS). His film credits include James Gunn's reboot of Superman, Amsterdam, The Gray Man, The Hunt, and Red Notice, where he played a prison tower sharpshooter. He's also recognized for his villainous turn as Lt. Nikolai Zybulski in TNT's post-apocalyptic series The Last Ship. In addition to his on-camera work, Martin does significant voice work for computer and video games, most notably as fan-favorite “Krueger” in the Call of Duty video game franchise. A lifelong rock music fan, he once fronted a heavy metal band in Poland called Army of Darkness. He's also an avid art collector, with a particular interest in South American contemporary art and 18th-century English portraiture.   want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Grace Chan was born in San Diego, California, but grew up in Hong Kong. She was raised with the influence of her Chinese father and Australian mother. In 2010, she moved to Atlanta, Georgia, where she studied and honed her craft of dancing. In 2018, Grace attended Pace University in New York City to study commercial dance. She then moved back to Atlanta in 2020 and began working in the professional dance industry, while studying acting as well. Grace is known for her work on Descendants: The Rise of Red. She can currently be seen as Robot #12 in James Gunn's Superman!    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Jason Hollis is a visual artist, entrepreneur, music producer, trailblazer, and now the owner of one of Nashville's historic and legendary music venues, formerly known as Douglas Corner, and now The Eighth Room. Hollis and his wife Erin have transformed the venue, while preserving and respecting its rich history while also drawing inspiration from The Viper Room and Max's Kansas City. The Eighth Room is a hybrid of historical charm and modern flamboyance, thanks to Erin's incredible design vision. From vintage chandeliers to Versace wallpaper, licensed Andy Warhol prints as well as Hollis' original rock n' roll artwork, the venue is a visual masterpiece, making it the go-to venue in Nashville. Hollis is in the early stages of developing his own vodka, American lager as well as a branded room scent spray.  On any given night, customers can expect celeb sightings and random pop-up shows with legendary bands, including Queen. Known simply as ‘Hollis'; he has collaborated with legends like Justin Timberlake and Pharrell, and played a significant role in pioneering and directing the music TV series, "Motown Magic" (Netflix) as well as YouTube's first branded music show, "Best Cover, Ever" (featuring Katy Perry, Keith Urban). He has been instrumental in helping bands like The Fray achieve their fullest potential and oversaw The Pink Spiders' bi-coastal bidding war.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

UK-based Luyanda Lewis-Nyawo (they/them) returns as Deputy Ritchie Santiago in Netflix's supernatural mystery comedy “Wednesday”. Their character portrays the deputy of Jericho's police department, working alongside Sheriff Donovan Galpin (Jamie McShane). The highly anticipated second season will be released in two parts, with Part 1 premiering August 6, 2025, and Part 2 following September 3, 2025.    Season 2 continues the story of Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) as she embarks on a mission to save her roommate, Enid (Emma Myers), from impending doom, all while developing her psychic abilities and facing a new tormentor.   Born in Johannesburg, South Africa, during the final years of apartheid, Luyanda was raised in Port Elizabeth and the small town of Kinross, Mpumalanga. Their passion for acting began when they played Baloo in a primary school production of The Jungle Book. Their credits include Netflix's Back in Action & Top Boy, Prime Video's How to Date Bill Walsh, and the Doctor Who universe, amongst others.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Originally from Hong Kong, Charmaine Dominguez is a registered dietitian and wellness professional who specializes in helping clients reverse Type 2 Diabetes and general insulin resistance through plant-focused, whole foods dieting. She is a double graduate of Cal State Long Beach, where she received both her Bachelor of Science Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics and her Master's in Public Health.  Charmaine has coached over 1,000 clients into Type 2 Diabetes remission – and helped countless other prevent or manage insulin resistance before it becomes type 2. Her work online has led her to wide acknowledgment as one of the top diabetes-focused creators, including recognitions by medical publications. While blood-sugar tracking has surged in popularity online, Charmaine's approach goes beyond trend. She focuses on whole foods and plant-based nutrition (though not necessarily vegan), emphasizing vitamin-rich, complex carbohydrates that actually improve insulin sensitivity over time.  Charmaine is more than just a content creator – she's also a founder, business owner, and wife. She has scaled her business to include a team of dietitians who work under her to support her rapidly growing client base; her entrepreneurial grit is the core of work in the wellness space online and with her business. Charmaine fluently speaks English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, and is conversational in Spanish and Korean.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we welcome back our good friend, actor/stunt performer Douglas Vermeeren to talk about his new film Until There Is One.  “Could you survive one night locked in a room with a serial killer for a million dollars?”  The producers have opened the casting call to anyone who would like to have a role in “Until There is One” and be killed by your favourite celebrity in a film that will break the Guinness World Record for “Highest Slasher death count in a feature film.”  Magnificent Motion Picture Works invites interested actors and talent to be part of this exciting opportunity to contribute to a feature horror film and help break the Guinness World Record for the highest slasher death count in a feature film. This is a crowd-funded project that will be a historic opportunity.  This film features prominent actors who star in the Horror genre, offering pay-for-play opportunities to be killed or appear in scenes alongside these celebrities. The successful talent will have either roles as a background actor or potential for speaking roles.  Please submit through www.MagnificentMotionPictureWorks.com or reach out to  Info@magnificentmotionpictureworks.com with your resume or why you would like to be part of this exciting opportunity.   Want to Watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with producer Sabrina Sutherland! Sabrina is known for being the long-time producing partner of David Lynch and for her work on Twin Peaks (1990), Inland Empire (2006), and Twin Peaks: The Return (2017). She also worked with him on a planned Netflix show with the working titles Wisteria and Unrecorded Night;[3] the project remained unproduced following Lynch's death.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

The FBI has just declared there is no Epstein client list. For millions of Americans across political lines, this strains credibility—and raises serious questions, not the least is about the FBI's own discussions of the Epstein 'list'. Nick Bryant, a former reporter, knows this story very well, having worked with the original team who first broke the story. He has written books about the mindset and underground network that fuels such activities, such as in college sports and other industries, as documented in The Franklin Scandal. He helped found Epstein Justice, to bring resources to the victims of the Epstein empire. Is the FBI's recent declaration a betrayal of public trust as well as known facts? Nick Bryant thinks so.  Nick Bryant's writing has recurrently focused on the plight of disadvantaged children in the United States. He's been published in numerous national journals, including the Journal of Professional Ethics, Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology, Journal of Social Distress and Homelessness, Journal of Health Care for the Poor and Underserved, and Journal of School Health. He co-authored America's Children: Triumph or Tragedy, addressing the medical and developmental problems of lower socioeconomic children in America. Bryant is the author of The Franklin Scandal: A Story of Powerbrokers, Child Abuse, & Betrayal. He has also contributed a chapter on child trafficking to Global Perspectives on Dissociative Disorders: Individual and Societal Oppression, a book addressing various facets of dissociative disorders. He is the co-author of Confessions of a DC Madam: The Politics of Sex, Lies, and Blackmail. His mainstream and investigative work has appeared in USA Today Magazine, Playboy, Salon, The Twin Cities Reader, Vanity Fair, New York, GEAR, Gawker, the Scheer Post, and other publications too ignominious to mention. He is the host of The Nick Bryant Podcast. Epstein Justice website: epsteinjustice.com   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actor Agape Mngomezulu who reprises his role as Byron Bennett in season 3 of Ginny & Georgia currently streaming now on Netflix.  Agape credits include roles on fan-favourite series such as Supernatural, The Twilight Zone, iZombie, and the Hallmark hit Falling for You, which earned him a Leo Award nomination for Best Supporting Performance. On screen, he's portrayed real-life characters like Simone Biles' brother in The Simone Biles Story: Courage to Soar, and taken on recurring roles in Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) and SkyMed (Paramount+). In film, he appeared alongside Nicolas Cage in A24's Dream Scenario, playing one of Cage's students, and starred in the Canadian-Nigerian action drama Orah.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

A two-time winner and thirteen-time nominee at the prestigious Society of Voice Arts and Sciences Awards, Valentina is one of the most respected voices in the industry. Her extensive voiceover credits include standout roles in the Spanish versions of “Poker Face,” “The Bold & the Beautiful” (notably dubbing Jacqueline MacInnes Wood's character, Steffy Forrester, in Spanish), “Tuca & Bertie,” “Bojack Horseman” and earning Best Lead Actress for her performance in the indie short “Defenseless.”  Beyond the mic, Valentina is the founder of Latyna Studios, a creative hub and home studio for directing and producing voiceover work, particularly during the industry-wide pivot to remote recording in 2020. Her studio has worked on high-profile projects including with Amazon Studios and also directed all the Spanish voice systems for Google AI and GPS from the studio. Valentina is in her fourth year as the Director of the Spanish Program at the Voiceover Atlanta Conference, the largest voiceover conference in the world. There, she curates content and speakers, builds a platform for emerging bilingual and Spanish-language talent, and advocates for the inclusion of first-, second-, and third-generation Latinx voices with diverse regional accents. She is also a vocal advocate for more inclusive casting in an industry historically dominated by masculine voices.   Want t owatch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Introducing Jason Diaz, the Toronto-born actor making his talent known in Amazon's upcoming Stephen King thriller The Institute which came out on July 13th. A former MMA fighter turned actor, Jason brings raw physicality, razor-sharp discipline, and deep emotional grit to his breakout role as Tony, a cold and calculating orderly whose sinister presence will haunt viewers long after the credits roll. Based on King's bestselling novel, The Institute is set inside a secret facility where gifted children are held against their will—and Jason's chilling performance as a manipulative enforcer is one of the show's most powerful surprises. It's his darkest and most demanding role yet, showcasing the fierce energy and layered subtlety he's fast becoming known for. A first-generation Canadian of Portuguese descent, Jason grew up in a working-class Toronto family and trained seriously in combat sports before making a late pivot to acting at 21. Since then, he's built an impressive resume with recurring roles on Vampire Academy, The 100, Charmed, and The Bold Type. He also appears in this season of Tracker on CBS and he recently starred in A Best Selling Kind of Love on Hallmark.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Jane Luk is a celebrated Canadian actress, comedian, and improviser whose career spans stage, screen, and voice work. Coming up next, she is set to recur as Maureen Alvorson in the highly anticipated horror television adaptation of Stephen King‘sThe Institute which made its premiere on July 13 on MGM+. Throughout her career, Jane has maintained a strong presence in Canada's live comedy scene, performing improv for several decades with institutions like The Second City, Bad Dog Theatre, SoCap Comedy, and Theatresports in both Toronto and Vancouver. She has also taught improv and drama for over 30 years, working with organizations such as Toronto Metropolitan University, Centre for Indigenous Theatre, ArtStarts, the University of Windsor, and a wide range of corporate clients. On screen, Jane has appeared in major film and television productions including The Handmaid's Tale, Murdoch Mysteries, Kim's Convenience, and in the award-winning web series like Streams Flow from a River (Christopher Yip) and Chateau Laurier (James Stewart). She also played the angel Maureen opposite Chad Michael Murray in Angel Falls Christmas. Most recently, she made her Stratford Festival debut in Les Belles-Soeurs, and starred as Umma in Kim's Convenience on stage for Soulpepper Theatre and Thousand Islands Playhouse. Her voice work is equally impressive, featuring roles in animation series like Rosie's Rules, Unicorn Academy, and Abby Hatcher, as well as major video games such as Star Wars Outlaws, X-Men: MutantAcademy, and Deus Ex: HumanRevolution.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Paul Berkowitz is the nation's leading authority on the history and evolution of law enforcement in the National Park Service (NPS). He has served as an expert witness in federal court, and as a guest instructor at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center. He is the author of several books about NPS law enforcement, and continues to write and serve as an instructor and guest speaker at police academies, colleges and universities, and seminars across the country. A recent report by CBS News cites that as federal policies and staffing levels rapidly change in the name of government efficiency, park and historical sites across the United States are in jeopardy of losing out on important federal protections. The National Park System Advisory Board was quietly dissolved in May. Across the entire National Park Service, 13 percent of employees were pushed out since January, a loss of up to 3,000 workers. With nearly $1 billion in budget cuts to the National Park Service proposed for next year, national parks advocates estimate 350 additional historical, cultural or natural sites nationwide are at risk of closing. Add to this dilemma, the fact that park staff was already reduced and overworked before the Trump Administration cuts began. Paul uncovered a fascinating history of crime and crime-fighting in our national parks and forests that goes back over a century. His research and writing have served to debunk many of the popular myths about the “ranger image,” shedding light on the critical law enforcement role that rangers have long played in our national parks and other public lands. Much of this research was first chronicled in his seminal book, U.S. Rangers – the Law of the Land (CAT Publishing, 1991 – 1995).  Paul's career was also distinguished by his role as a whistleblower, reporting, writing, and even testifying before a Congressional subcommittee about government corruption, up to and including illegal bugging activities and cover-up of high-level management misconduct. Some of those events and activities are chronicled in his award-winning book, The Case of the Indian Trader: Billy Malone and the National Park Service Investigation at Hubbell Trading Post (University of New Mexico Press, 2011).* Paul's third book, Legacy of the Yosemite Mafia – the Ranger Image and Noble Cause Corruption in the National Park Service (Trine Day LLC, 2017) draws upon much of his previous research, writing, and personal experience to expose and demonstrate how the failure of the NPS to acknowledge or appreciate its actual history – both good and bad – has undercut credibility, alienating impacted individuals and communities and ultimately impeding the agency in the fulfillment of its statutory mission.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Vincent Martella is a multi-talented actor, voice actor, comedian, singer and writer, with numerous high-profile credits to his resume, ranging from acclaimed television projects to beloved animated series, garnering him legions of fans around the world! Vincent is responsible for breathing life into the animated title character of 'Phineas' in the beloved, five-time Emmy Award-winning cartoon series, "Phineas and Ferb." Martella, now 32, first took on the role of 'Phineas' at the age of 13 and has exclusively voiced the title character ever since. In addition, he has lent his vocals to all related "Phineas and Ferb" projects and video games, which include voicing a variety of additional voices.  Vincent's first big break came in 2005 when he was cast as series regular 'Greg Wuliger' in CW comedy series, "Everybody Hates Chris," loosely based on Chris Rock's childhood.Vincent also had a role in the hit Universal's "Role Models," opposite Seann William Scott and Paul Rudd. Martella has acted in "R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour" and "The Mentalist." More recently, he had the pivotal role of 'Patrick' in the fourth season of AMC's  "The Walking Dead." Vincent provided voices for several Comedy Central's animated sequel series, "Everybody Still Hates Chris." He has also voiced characters in Disney's "Hamster & Gretel" and "Milo Murphy's Law." Additionally, Martella has voiced 'Hope Estheim' in the video games "Final Fantasy XIII" and its sequels.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Roger Turenne served for 14 years as a Foreign Service Officer in Canada's External Affairs department, with assignments in Ottawa, in Paris as Deputy Permanent Delegate of Canada to UNESCO, and in Kinshasa and Stockholm where he headed the political sections of the Canadian embassies in the those countries. He was also a Senior Adviser on French language services to the Premiers of Manitoba and was the architect of the language policies of both the Pawley and the Filmon administrations. He has written numerous magazine and newspaper articles on conservation and political issues in Manitoba. Sutherland House Books is pleased to announce the September 2025 release of Bit Player on Big Stages: A Journey Through Diplomacy, Advocacy, and Cultural Survival by  Roger Turenne, now available for pre-order.   From the heart of small-town Saint-Pierre-Jolys, Manitoba, to the corridors of international diplomacy, Roger Turenne's beautiful memoir chronicles a life dedicated to public service, cultural preservation, and environmental activism. Born into a Francophone family, Turenne brings a sharp, eloquent voice to previously untold stories of his remarkable career as a diplomat, government advisor, and conservationist.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

With over four and a half decades of experience in broadcasting, branding, and digital marketing, Paul Larche has built a remarkable career at the intersection of innovation, leadership, and community impact. Beginning as a young radio announcer in Northern Ontario, he steadily advanced through on-air and executive roles. In the 1990s, Paul became General Manager of Telemedia Network Radio in Toronto, where he oversaw national broadcasts for iconic franchises like the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Blue Jays. Driven to push the boundaries of traditional media, Paul founded Larche Communications Inc., transforming a visionary startup into a major media force with five radio stations and a thriving branding and marketing agency. Under his leadership, the company pioneered forward-thinking strategies in both radio and branding, culminating in successful strategic sales to Rogers Media and Bell Media. Decoding How We Think This isn't just a book about branding—it's a guide to the hidden operating system behind human behaviour. The Divided Brain introduces a simple yet powerful metaphor rooted in neuroscience: our minds are driven by two distinct but interlocking systems—the fast, emotional Old Brain and the slower, rational New Brain. Every decision your customers make, every instinct your team follows, and every reaction you encounter in a negotiation or pitch stems from the constant tension between these two mental gears. Once you learn to spot which brain is in control, the fog lifts. What once seemed irrational becomes understandable. Sudden client reversals, hesitations in sales calls, or why one brand sticks while another flops—it all starts to make sense.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Vince Palamara, born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, is considered to be the leading civilian literary Secret Service expert, having interviewed and corresponded with over 80 former Secret Service agents who guarded Presidents Franklin Roosevelt, Harry Truman, Dwight Eisenhower, John F Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, George W Bush, and Barack Obama. All told, Palamara has appeared in well over 60 books by various authors covering the Secret Service, various presidents, the CIA, and even Marilyn Monroe. Palamara has also appeared several times on The History Channel, C-SPAN, PCN, and various cable television outlets, not to mention quite a few radio programs. Vince Palamara is the author of 7 books: SURVIVOR'S GUILT: THE SECRET SERVICE AND THE FAILURE TO PROTECT PRESIDENT KENNEDY (2013), JFK: FROM PARKLAND TO BETHESDA- THE ULTIMATE KENNEDY ASSASSINATION COMPENDIUM (2015), THE NOT SO SECRET SERVICE- AGENCY TALES FROM FDR TO THE KENNEDY ASSASSINATION TO THE REAGAN ERA (2017), WHO'S WHO IN THE SECRET SERVICE: HISTORY'S MOST RENOWNED AGENTS (2018), HONEST ANSWERS ABOUT THE MURDER OF PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY: A NEW LOOK AT THE JFK ASSASSINATION (2021), THE PLOT TO KILL PRESIDENT KENNEDY IN CHICAGO & THE OTHER TRACES OF CONSPIRACY LEADING TO THE ASSASSINATION OF JFK – A VISUAL INVESTIGATION (2024), and PRESIDENT KENNEDY SHOULD HAVE SURVIVED DALLAS: THE SECRET SERVICE & THE JFK ASSASSINATION (2025). Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on the podcast, the boys look back on the past 6 1/2 years and 1000 episodes of Too Opinionated!

Today on the last episode before our 1000th, the boys dissect the movies Sinners and 28 Years Later. Plus more of the nerdy shenanigans you know and love!    Please do us a favor and subscribe!

Actress/model Kristin Minter played Heather McCallister, the oldest cousin of main character Kevin McCallister (Macaulay Culkin), in Home Alone.  In 1991, Minter portrayed Kathy Winslow in the film Cool as Ice alongside Vanilla Ice.  Kristin played Rachel MacLeod in three season four episodes of Highlander: The Series: "Homeland", "Deliverance", and "Promises". She played on ER as Miranda "Randi" Fronczak for 71 episodes from 1995 to 2003. Kristin is also known for her work on Poker Face, This is Us, Ray Donovan, Nip/Tuck, Dirt, NYPD Blue, Nash Bridges and The Outsiders.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Richard Timothy Jones is a American actor. He has worked extensively in both film and television productions since the early 1990s. His television roles include Ally McBeal (1997), Judging Amy (1998-2005), CSI: Miami (2006), Girlfriends (2007), Grey's Anatomy (2010), Hawaii Five-0 (2011-2014), Narcos (2015), Santa Clarita Diet, and Criminal Minds (2017). Since 2018, he has played Sergeant Wade Grey on the ABC police drama The Rookie. Richard's film roles include Event Horizon, portrayals of Lamont Carr in Disney's Full Court Miracle (2003), Laveinio "Slim" Hightower in Rick Famuyiwa's coming-of-age film The Wood (1999), Mike in Tyler Perry's dramatic films Why Did I Get Married? (2007) and Why Did I Get Married Too? (2010), and Captain Russell Hampton in the Hollywood blockbuster Godzilla (2014).    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we welcome back our good friend author Walter Esselman to chat about his two new books! Dragonson Tales are fun, quirky tales about a boy adopted by a dragon, Gideon, who travels with his best friend, a young dragon named Pavataro. The Boys run into a werewolf, giant crabs, and a ton of razor deer. Liberty's Run 3: A Time to Kale (The Liberty Schoenhauer series) Going Where No Zombie Apocalypse Story Has Ever Gone Before! Read along as Liberty and Uncle Danny risk life and limb to get...Veggies? Wait? Seriously!! Yes, the people in the Fleet are starting to get scurvy. So, Dos Amigos really do have to figure out how to provide veggies for people. But finding a place to farm is proving difficult, especially since the islands off the coast of L.A. are covered in zoms.  Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Sergeant Marlon Marrache recently retired from the Los Angeles Police Department after 24 years of service. He now is focused full time on helping agencies and individual officers understand the internal affair process.  Marlon's 24 years at LAPD included 12 years of Police Misconduct Investigation, adjudication, and examination experience. Much of his experience comes from when Marlon was assigned to Internal Affairs (IA) in a prosecutorial role, representing the Chief of Police conducting Board of Rights, a unique Tribunal Hearing (the only agency with such a process in the nation). The numerous cases he tried involved “False & Misleading” allegations and termination was at issue. However, Marlon has also been assigned to Officer Representation Section (ORS) defending, representing the rank and file in Skelly Responses and most important, during the administrative process in an OIS or other critical incidents. Marlon ensured IA Investigators were not violating the Peace Officer Bill of Rights Act (POBRA). In 2023, Marlon launched a podcast called The IA GUY A Police Podcast. Marlon interviews guests who have been on all sides of an I.A., from investigators to the subject officers themselves. Further, Marlon provides analysis on critical incidents through the lens of an IA. This podcast is the only place you can get “transparency” and a behind the scenes look into what really happens in IA investigations including the process.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Alec Puro is an American drummer, songwriter and composer. As well as being the drummer for Deadsy, Puro has composed music for numerous television shows and films. Puro is best known for scoring the drama series The Fosters and Black Summer, as well as several films including The Art of Getting By (2011), starring Freddie Highmore,  and Higher Ground, directed by Vera Farmiga. A veteran of the indie film world, he composed the music for the comedy All Nighter, starring Emile Hirsch and J.K. Simmons, and A Happening of Monumental Proportions (2017), Judy Greer's directorial debut. In 1996, Puro formed the rock band Deadsy with longtime friend Elijah Blue Allman and Renn Hawkey.  After their first album was released, the band embarked upon several world tours, opening for bands such as Linkin Park  and Stone Temple Pilots.  During his time with Deadsy, Puro also began composing music for various films and television shows.  Since 2007, Puro's film work has been a regular fixture at some of the world's most integral film festivals, from SXSW to Cannes to the Tribeca Film Festival. Puro founded Gramoscope Music in 2006.  Some projects they have created music for include the new theme for Real Time with Bill Maher, American Horror Story, So You Think You Can Dance, Running Wild with Bear Grylls, Wicked Tuna, Glee, and Burn Notice.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Shachi S. Sharma and Rikhil Bahadur of Aexor-ent are pleased to announce that their touching short film, Homeless, premiered in the US on ShortsTV on DirecTV's Channel 573 on May 31, 2025. ShortsTV, a global short film entertainment network, showcases the best short content worldwide. Their US channel is available via DirecTV, AT&T U-Verse, and other major platforms. Homeless will also be available on the ShortsTV Channel on Amazon Prime in the US and internationally starting June 1. A UK release on Amazon Prime is planned for June.   
Roufus is abandoned by his parents, Linda (Evelyn Tran) and Katie (Sam van Gogh). A dog was fun and games when life was shut down during the COVID pandemic, but as life restarted, Roufus became a responsibility. A homeless person, Fred (Blakely David), rescues Roufus and finds the love he never knew existed. Inspired by the colours of the City of Vancouver, this film is dedicated to the millions of animals who are left Homeless every day.   Producer Shachi S. Sharma is a seasoned producer with over a decade of experience and a sharp instinct for storytelling, honed as a Script Reader at Netflix. Shachi is one of India's youngest producers. She made her mark with Time Out, a bold, LGBTQ-themed debut backed by Viacom18 and later streamed on Netflix.  Since then, she has produced digital series, international documentaries, and commercials for top global brands. With a global lens and a passion for diverse storytelling, Shachi brings creativity and strategy to every project. Known for her versatility and global perspective, Shachi champions diverse stories and innovative storytelling in every format she touches.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)  

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with Taylor Blackwell to talk about her new film based on the life of comedian Judy Tenuta.  Taylor is an actor, writer, and director. Taylor has appeared in 45+ TV shows and movies, most recently recurring on the Apple series Your Friends and Neighbors, Netflix's Resident Alien, and Showtime's American Gigolo. They were also a series regular on the Starz original series Magic City. In 2021, Taylor performed an original song live on the TODAY show and was named one of “Tomorrow's Talent TODAY.” Taylor was mentored by the legendary actor Burt Reynolds, having the honor of directing him in one of his final roles. Taylor recently wrote, directed, and starred in It Happened: The Judy Tenuta Story, a short film biopic about the late, great accordion-playing comedienne Judy Tenuta. The film also stars actors Alan Tudyk, Alex Désert, Dempsey Bryk, Emily Robinson, Bill Kottkamp, and others. Taylor has a deep passion for telling the stories of artists across various mediums - amplifying the voices of creative individuals and sharing their unique journeys with the world. Taylor splits their time between Los Angeles and New York City.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

As we approach the tenth anniversary of the date that Cecil the lion was lured out of the protected area and wounded with an arrow, so that an American recreational big-game trophy hunter could then track the wounded majestic 13-year-old African lion (who lived in Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe) and murder him on July 1st, 2015. Animal activist and best selling author, Eduardo Goncalves, continues his fight to ban trophy hunting with appearances, interviews and three new books. There is just to much disturbing information collected by best selling author, Eduardo Goncalves, to cover in just one book. So, the publisher decided to create a trophy hunters trilogy of books.  So, the publisher repackaged the material into a trilogy - “Twenty Elephants in Seventy-Five Minutes," “Shoot One Lion – Get One Free” & “Mainlining on Heroin.” Eduardo Gonçalves has been a speech-writer for British politicians, run a government department in the Middle East, and helped save the world's most endangered big cat – the Iberian Lynx – from extinction. A former journalist with the BBC, he exposed a major nuclear accident cover-up and secret human radiation experiments. He's a conservationist who has advised the World Wildlife Fund, and has worked with homelessness charities on both sides of the Atlantic. He recently led a major undercover operation to break up Europe's largest dogfighting crime syndicate, and rescued a tiger cub that was about to be shot by a trophy hunter in an enclosure. Despite a serious illness which has led him to become disabled, he has set up an international campaign to stop trophy hunting of wildlife. His work is supported by some of the world's biggest stars as well as leading conservationists and African politicians.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

With the release of her latest single, the soulful and sensualromance “You Know What It's Like,” Brenda Russell not only continues to pave the way for her highly anticipated upcoming album Songpainter – her first collection in 20 years – but also makes a triumphant return to the refined classic blend of adult contemporary R&B and urban jazz that launched and defined the trailblazing four and a half decade career of the multi-Grammy nominated singer/songwriter, Tony nominated and Grammy winning Broadway composer for The Color Purple.  “You Know What It's Like” is a co-write by the singer and the legendary Roberta Flack. When people assess Brenda's overall career, her success as an artist and with The Color Purple often overshadows the gemsshe wrote that were hits for other artists. Beyond Oleta Adams' “Get Here,” Brenda's gems have been recorded by Luther Vandross (“If Only for One Night”), Donna Summer (“Dinner with Gershwin”), Babyface, The Manhattan Transfer, Patti Austin, Dionne Warwick, Mary J. Blige, Tina Turner, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan and Ramsey Lewis. Her tunes have also been sampled by everyone from Janet Jackson and 2Pace to Chance the Rapper and Ariana Grande. In addition, Brenda's co-composition with Brazilian artist Ivan Lins “She Walks This Earth” was recorded by international superstar Sting for the all-star tribute album Love Affair: The Music Of Ivan Lins. Sting's inspired performance of the uniquely beautiful song earned him a Grammy Award in 2001 for Best Pop Male Vocal Performance. Brenda was recently elected into the Female Songwriters Hall of Fame.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Dr. Clare Anyiam-Osigwe is a multi-award-winning wellness expert, allergy specialist, and master educator, whose pioneering work spans over two decades of transformative care, clinical research, and curriculum development. She is internationally renowned for her visionary approach to whole-person health, combining scientific rigour with soulful healing. With a profound understanding of the immune system and its intricacies—from antigens and antibodies to auto-immune disorders, vaccinations, and allergic reactions—Dr. Clare bridges the gap between clinical science and compassionate care. Her comprehensive training in immunology, nutrition, and functional medicine allows her to treat the root causes of illness, not just symptoms. In her new book Clarity, Clare introduces a powerful framework she calls The Life Quadrant, which is a way to align mental, physical, financial and environmental well-being without sacrificing health or happiness. Part memoir, part self-help guide, Clarity is a blueprint for high achievers, creatives and entrepreneurs seeking sustainable success. Clare's cinematic storytelling draws parallels between filmmaking and personal transformation, encouraging readers to become the directors of their own lives: rewriting limiting beliefs, embracing self-care and producing a life of purpose, joy and abundance. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Myrna Cabello is a Mexican American actress, voiceover artist, and creative based in New York City. Born and raised in Austin, Texas to immigrant parents, she has been immersed in storytelling and performance since childhood—writing plays, songs, and short stories. Myrna Recurs as Silvia, Guillermo's mom, on FX's What We Do In the Shadows, and also as Lucia in the Freevee series Sprung. Her voice can be heard on PBS Kids promos, national commercial spots on Pandora, and the original variety series Myrna & The Bulldog in 3D, which she created with her husband. Most recently, she can be seen as Esperanza on the new Apple TV series Your Friends and Neighbors, which premiered in May 2025. Myrna is also known for her work in New Amsterdam, Bull, FBI: Most Wanted, Jessica Jones, Blindspot, Friday Night Lights, Orange is the New Black, Mozart in the Jungle and Walker Texas Ranger.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actor Sean Owen Roberts! Sean can currently be seen as Bob Olinger on MGM+ Billy The Kid.  Sean is also known for his work in Snake Eyes, The Predator, Elysium, Tracker, Riverdale, Turner and Hooch, Batwoman, Loudermilk, Psych, Altered Carbon, The 100, The Flash, Once Upon A Time, Aftermath, IZombie, The Killing, Supernatural, Fringe, Eureka, Painkiller Jane, Reaper, The Magicians, 4400, Stargate SG-1 and Hell on Wheels.    Want to watch:YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Longtime fans of contemporary jazz may remember Dr. Dave from his initial success as a recording artist in the mid-90s, when his albums I Like It Like That, Smooth and Cruisin' made big splashes in the early days of the Smooth Jazz format. SoCal based composer/guitarist Dr. Dave mounted a massive comeback in 2018, forming The Housecall Band and stirring up excitement among longtime fans (while creating thousands of new ones) with the 2018 release of Midnight Daydream. The funky, powerhouse, horn-drenched album spawned four hit singles, starting with the sultry, infectiously seductive “Sexy Cindy” – one of Dr. Dave's biggest hits ever, ranking #1 for Smooth Jazz Guitar songs in the U.S. on Radio Guitar One's Top 20. The song was named for Cindy Sanchez Medina, Miss Santander, Colombia 2018, who appeared in the much-viewed YouTube video. Dr. Dave's got another magnificent female muse in mind on his latest single, the cleverly titled “Reserved for Abbie,” a seductive, deeply passionate ballad expressing his enduring affection for a onetime girlfriend who lived several states away.  In addition to the across-the-board success of “Sexy Cindy,” Dr. Dave's return to contemporary jazz with Midnight Daydream led to a prolific flow of radio and streaming hits, including the guitarist's all-time top streamed song “Cecil's Groove,” currently at 3.7M+ streams on Spotify. The title track “Midnight Daydream” earned a multitude of accolades: #1 most added on the Radio Wave Internet Airplay Chart; #5 on the SmoothJazz.com Radar Chart; #9 on the SmoothJazz.com Top 100 Indie Chart and #14 on the SmoothJazz.com Top 100. A third single, “Cabo Time,” reached #19 on the SmoothJazz.com Radar chart.  The album's fourth single was a blues, jazz, funk and rock track developed around the opening “Hey Hey Hey Hey” riff heard nightly since 2014 by the house band (who wrote it) on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” Dr. Dave and the Housecall Band followed up in 2021 with Carefree Revisited, a full band revamp of an earlier unreleased solo album.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with actor Paul Piaskowski!  Paul can currently be seen playing Robert on Resident Alien. Paul is also known for his work on Togo, Family Law, Wild Cards, The Good Doctor, Yellowjackets, Nancy Drew, Big Sky, A Million Little Things, Supergirl, Arrow, IZombie and Supernatural!  Make sure to check out all of our Great Resident Alien Interviews: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjgvaCt6qMFE7UM3htQDrU8txJ7EjfYo&si=Cp5iWRyY4MIwjHlk   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Today on Too Opinionated, we welcome back writer/director Shannon Alexander to discuss his new documentary stylr reality show Alphabet Soup! Shannon is joined by cast members Troy Weeks and Ray-Anthony Chin. Alphabet Soup reveals the messy, intimate world of queer dating in NYC. From text messages to real-life hookups, Season 1 follows interconnected singles and couples as they chase connection—sometimes with joy, sometimes with heartbreak. Raw, real, and emotionally honest, it's a docuseries about people who aren't afraid to show what dating actually looks like.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Andrea was born in West Hills, California to an Austrian-Jewish father and a Greek mother. She started taking piano lessons when she turned five, but she knew that her true passion lay in acting from a very early age. She eventually made her stage debut at age 9 as Snoopy in "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown". She started acting and singing lessons when she turned eleven, and continued doing theatre through her school years, picking up a few other instruments along the way. She turned her focus from theater to film, but ended up back on stage in the national tours of the 50 Shades of Grey parody musicals of "Spank! The 50 Shades Parody", and the sequel, "Spank Harder".  Andrea is currently voicing Bridget on Resident Alien and is also known for her work on Valentine's Town, Get Rich or Die Trying and Chucky!   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with our good friend Meredith Garretson to talk all things Resident Alien! If you love Resident Alien like we do, you will want to check out our playlist which includes individual cast interviews, a talk with creator Peter Hogan and our panel interview with the cast and showrunner. While you are there please help support us by subscribing! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjgvaCt6qMFE7UM3htQDrU8txJ7EjfYo&si=A7-dA_PjVtXYv6-W In addition to starring as Kate Hawthorne on the 4th season of Resident Alien, Meredith can be seen opposite Paul Rudd in the movie Friendship.  Meredith is also known for her roles in The Good Fight, Fosse/Verdon, Prodigal Son, Stargirl and as Ali MacGraw in the Paramount+ miniseries, The Offer.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Wayne Pygram is an Australian actor. He is known for his role as Scorpius in the science fiction series Farscape (2000–2003) and the miniseries that followed, Farscape: The Peacekeeper Wars (2004). He briefly appeared in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, playing Grand Moff Tarkin in 2005; he also appeared in the TV show Lost in 2008. He has played the drums in numerous bands, including Signal Room, and has taught percussion, including at the Riverina Conservatorium of Music. Wayne has appeared in the films Farewell to the King (1989) and Return to the Blue Lagoon (1991), and Doing Time for Patsy Cline (1997).   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Multi-talented Alex Zahara, a very familiar face in TV & Film, is back on the big screen in Final Destination: Bloodlines in the role of Uncle Howard Campbell. Alex's career has had many highlights.  He was Daniel Radcliffe's doctor in the feature film Horns, written by Joe Hill (Stephen King's son).  He played Uncle Bedford Blossom in Riverdale. In the feature Open Range, he was Chet, a gunfighter alongside Kevin Costner, Robert Duvall, and Annette Benning.   Alex's roles on TV series include The Man in a High Castle, Once Upon a Time, Hell on Wheels and The Outer Limits. In the series Stargate, he has played 9 characters, more than any other actor! In the 100th Episode of The Outer Limits, he played the real-life Commandant of Auschwitz based on the survivor Leo Egan's life. His son, Sam Egan, was the writer and Showrunner. Alex can boast about having died on camera over 40 times, outpacing Sean Bean (Game of Thrones) as an actor with some of the most death scenes ever (23).  Alex worked with Sean Bean on Snowpiercer and shared a good laugh over it.  Up next, Alex returns as the principal of the school in School Spirits for season 3. Alex has voiced many animated characters, including Red Skull in Marvel's Lego Adventures, Vic Hoskins in Marvel's Jurassic World, and over thirty other anime shows.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we visit with actress/modal Stephanie Romanov!  At fifteen Stephanie moved to NYC joining the Elite Modeling agency. She landed her first major spread for Italian and french bazaar. During her modeling career she was the face for L'Oréal, Gucci, Armani, Maybelline, Ann Taylor and many more. Stephanie landed her first role as Teri Spencer on Aaron Spelling's Models, Inc.. She went on to land guest starring roles in Homicide: Life on the Street, The Sentinel, Just Shoot Me! and Burke's Law. She starred on Angel for four seasons, playing Lilah Morgan from 2000 to 2003. Romanov has also appeared in several films, including Spy Hard and Menno's Mind. She played Jacqueline Kennedy in the critically acclaimed Thirteen Days and appeared in The Final Cut alongside Robin Williams.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Sara Tomko is a Film and Television actress based in LA and CEO of In The Pocket Productions. She is most notably known as Series Regular, Asta Twelvetrees, in the hit show Resident Alien on SyFy which is produced by Amblin and NBCU. Her career began in experimental theatre and musicals in Virginia and Ohio, later moving to Los Angeles to pursue Film and TV. She is an actor, producer, poet, singer and mental health advocate.  Sara is also known for her work as Tiger Lilly on Once Upon A Time, Sneaky Pete, The Son, and The Leftovers.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan POd (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actress/artist Angela Cartwright! Born in England, Angela is the younger sister of actress Veronica Cartwright. As a child she was cast as the cute little stepdaughter, Linda Williams, on The Danny Thomas Show. She was on the show from 1957 to 1964. After that, she was cast as Brigitta in the popular Julie Andrews movie The Sound of Music. Soon after, she returned to series TV as Penny Robinson, young teenage space traveler, in Lost in Space, which ran from 1965-1968. Even with cheap special effects and a hokey story line, the show is still popular today. In 1970 Angela had a part in Make Room for Granddaddy, a sequel to the original series, but the show was soon canceled. Since that time, she has made a life outside of films. Angela is also known for her work on Airwolf, The Love Boat, My Three Sons and Adam-12.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actress/singer Linda Purl!  Linda is known for her roles as Ashley Pfister (Fonzie's girlfriend) on Happy Days (she originally played Gloria as Richie's date in season 2.), Sheila Munroe in the 1982 horror film Visiting Hours, Pam Beesly's mother Helene in The Office, and Ben Matlock's daughter Charlene Matlock for the first season of the television series Matlock.  Linda released her fourth full-length album, a collaboration with music director Tedd Firth called This Could Be the Start on Reaching Records, August 2023. Purl is a jazz vocalist, known for imbuing classic show tunes and jazz standards with a distinctive narrative expressiveness.  Linda is also known for her roles in The Waltons, Mighty Joe Young, The Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital, Hacks, The Oath, Homeland, Desperate Housewives, Walker Texas Ranger, The Love Boat and Murder She Wrote.  Make sure you keep an eye out for Duffy's Dough: https://duffysdough.com/   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)  

Field Sketches is a personal film that grew from Director/Writer/Producer Carl Bessai's filmmaking journey.  After a life of making films, what matters most to a person?  Carl, a long-time resident of Toronto now based in Vancouver, BC, sharing time between Toronto and Los Angeles, is thrilled to bring his twentieth film to Toronto.   Nine of Carl's feature films have screened at TIFF, including Johnny, Lola, Emile, Unnatural & Accidental, Normal, Mothers & Daughters, Cole, Repeaters and Sisters & Brothers.  Former TIFF programmer Steve Gravestock will be the talk-back host for the Q&A after the film. Field Sketches Toronto Theatrical Premiere at the Revue Cinema will screen on Wednesday, June 11th, 2025, at 6:45 PM with the cast and director in attendance. Peter (Vincent Gale), a middle-aged architect whose business and personal life are imploding, has been trying to return to his creative roots as an architect.  His successful partnership with his college friend Bruce (David Cubitt) has left him feeling like he can no longer find the art in his creative practice.  With nothing left to hold him in the city, Peter decides to move to his family farm and spend the winter in Saskatchewan. He soon discovers that pioneer life is much more than he bargained for.  And the silence and loneliness play tricks on his imagination. Carl Bessai is a writer/director/producer/cinematographer based in Vancouver, BC, Toronto and Los Angeles, California. His feature films have appeared in numerous festivals, including Sundance, Berlin, and Toronto, have been released worldwide, and have won numerous critics' prizes, jury prizes, and film awards. He has directed some of the world's leading acting talent, including Sir Ian McKellen (Emile, Lord of the Rings, X-Men), Carrie Ann Moss (Normal, The Matrix Films), Bruce Greenwood (Rehearsal, Star Trek), Tantoo Cardinal (Mothers&Daughters, Dances with Wolves), and Bruce Dern (The Lears, Nebraska).   Vincent Gale is known for his work on Van Helsing, X-Men Evolution, Watson, The Dragon Prince, Midnight Mass, Snowpiercer and Supernatural.      Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we visit with our good friend, comedian/actress Alice Wetterlund! If you enjoy the episode and love Resident Alien, please consider following and subscribing to the show, or leaving a 5 stars review. This helps the podcast so much! Make sure to check out all our great Resident Alien interviews here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbjgvaCt6qMGvAPX1Zu-UyRb4QtLxQDSr&si=NehbrZ5bi-D84wyP Alice Wetterlund is a stand-up comedian and actor originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. She performs regularly at all the UCBees as well as San Francisco's Punchline, and LA's Largo and The Hollywood Improv as well as festivals and clubs throughout the continent. She currently resides in LA with her two feline sons, Biscuit and Birdie. In addition to her tv appearances doing stand up on Conan, Adam Divine's House Party, and Viceland, you can see Alice as Carla Walton in seasons two and three of HBO's Silicon Valley, as Kelly Grady on TBS's People of Earth, and as Darcy in SYFY's Resident Alien. Her full length hour special My Mama is a Human and So Am I is now streaming on Amazon Prime.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we talk with actor/stuntman Alex Grech! After high school, Alex took a brief hiatus from acting and spent several months working as a paralegal, laborer, and bartender in Australia, raising money to fulfill his dream of embarking on a global trip. His dream came true, and, in 2019, he set out backpacking around the globe for eleven months, visiting places such as India, Switzerland, Prague, and Budapest. In 2020, he officially made the move to New York City to study at NYU's TISCH School of Arts, learning at the school's prestigious Experimental Theatre Wing. It wasn't until 2024, however, that Alex landed his breakout role as Tommaso in Juliet & Romeo, relocating to Verona, Italy for six months, where he trained with the stunt team and the horse stunt teams to become proficient in performing his own stunts in the film. After several months of training in stunt work, Alex was offered the opportunity to become the stunt double for Romeo as well. Alex is also passionate about campaigning for more research in the medical field, to help discover preventative measures that treat cancers and neurological conditions such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's – diseases that have directly impacted his life and the life of his loved ones. He also devotes his time to raising awareness for mental health initiatives.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Watch)

Today on Too Opinionated, we welcome back our good friend Author/Journalist Silvia San Martin.  As a journalist, Silvia has worked in radio, press and online mass media. She has interviewed Ricky Martin, Chayanne, Shakira, Status Quo, Alejandro Sanz, Sergio Dalma, Malú, Miguel Sáez, Marta Méndez, David DeMaría, Dyango, Álvaro Urquijo, Antonio Orozco, Carlos Baute, Jean Michel Jarre, Jon Secada, Laura Pausini, Alanis Morissette, Barry White, Bon Jovi, Carlos Vives, Enrique Iglesias, Iron Maiden, Joe Satriani, Julio Iglesias, Luis Miguel, Mariah Carey, Meredith Brooks, Céline Dion, Mike Oldfield, Mónica Naranjo, Phill Collins y Steve Vai, among others.  Today we are talking about books number 16 and 17 for Silvia. If I could, You Can (English, Spanish) Silvia discusses how she became a writer, the difficulties she has been through and how you too can chase your dreams.  Website: www.silviasanmartin.net (Spanish) and www.silviasanmartin.com (English).   Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Noah Lamanna is a Toronto-based actor with a background in musical theatre, puppetry and drag performance. In 2023, they played the lead role of Eli in John Tiffany's production of Let the Right One In at Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Noah is best known for their roles as Chief Jay on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and Dev on Beacon 23. They have also made apparances on Shelved, EZRA, Ghostwriter and The Umbrella Academy. Noah can currently be seen on season two of HBO's hit post-apocalyptic drama “The Last of Us”. They portray Kat, who dated Ellie (Bella Ramsey) before the events of “The Last of Us”, Part II.   Based on the hit video game franchise by Naughty Dog, the series is set 20 years after a fungal pandemic transforms its hosts into zombie-like creatures, collapsing society. The second season, adapting “The Last of Us”, Part II (2020), picks up five years after the first season's events.   Additionally, Noah will appear in season three of Netflix's “Ginny & Georgia” (premiering June 5, 2025) as Tris, a brainy skateboarder and peer tutor who is a close friend of Marcus (Felix Mallard) and Silver (Katelyn Wells).   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Cecilia Lee is a rising talent from Toronto, Canada, set to captivate audiences in Fear Street: Prom Queen, the latest installment of the hit horror franchise premiering this summer on Netflix. Known for her ability to bring depth and authenticity to every role, she is quickly making her mark in the industry, both on-screen and behindthecamera. Her first professional role came on the French Canadian CBC drama Tout la Vie, marking the beginning of what would become an exciting and evolving career. Since then, she has appeared in multiple film and television projects including Wong & Winchester (City tv/Prime Video), The Holiday Swap (Prime Video), and My Dreams of You (Hallmark). Now, with Fear Street: Prom Queen set to hit screens this May 2025, Cecilia is poised for her biggest moment yet. Audiences can also Catch her in Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent. Cecilia's involvement in the industry extends beyond acting. In addition to her work in front of the lens, Cecilia also works behind it as part of the crew, where she contributes to the visual storytelling process in the camera department. This dual perspective allows her to engage with the medium on a deeper level, both as a performer andas a creativetechnician,further solidifying her deep connection to the craft and the industry as a whole.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with rising Musician Shawn Lilly to talk about his recent releases.  Shawn combines an ability to play any instrument with the skill to cross multiple genres. Evoking notes of Phish and The Beatles with heavier fare reminiscent of bands like Yes and Rush, Shawn's unique blend of music is the creative cornucopia that you have been missing.  In addition to his individual music endeavors, Shawn is part of the Group Bread & Circus. He also plays as part of his hometown Saint Albans house band. He writes and accompanies musicians playing in local festivals, coffee shops and most recently The Coal River Songwriters Festival. Shawn's musical roots run deep, and he often has family Jam sessions with his dad, Uncle and Grandparents.  When not making music Shawn is a loving Father to his two children and enjoys watching Dr Who. Shawn's new music video is out now. Watch Armageddon of the Dragon - Tongued Apparition here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ONA6j5LDzwE For his new release Shawn made an energetic and quick song named K in a single day so he could get as raw of a sound and writing as possible.  Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/album/k-single/1812977204 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/7eC2SeWD71gA5QBSVxZ1YA Shawn's YouTube channel is filled with every type of music. A gifted storyteller his albums often tell an entire narrative that will have you marveling at his creativity. A true lover of music in any form, Shawn's work will appeal technically to professional musicians and emotionally to everyone.  https://www.youtube.com/@shawnlilly1/featured Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Alyssa Joseph is ready to express her big, loud feelings.    Originally from South Jersey and now living in Nashville, she is making her mark as a woman in the indie rock scene. Inspired by artists like Sharon van Etten and Angie McMahon, Joseph's music is refreshingly honest, deeply relatable, and introspective. In addition to her personal music project, she is passionate about veganism, gardening, and fostering community through her DIY music space.    Her upcoming EP promises to showcase her artistic evolution, and the lead single, “I Wanna Feel Good,” produced by the talented Jared Corder (of repeat, repeat), is a testament to her journey and vibrant spirit.   “I Wanna Feel Good” drops May 30th and is a testament for all. The pressure to appear happy and composed, despite internal struggles, is a common experience that transcends gender but is often highlighted in conversations about women's emotional labor. Alyssa's Website: https://www.alyssajoseph.com/   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subsceibe)  

Award-winning actress, history-making supermodel, staunch philanthropist, conscientious activist, author, and loving mom Patricia Velásquez applies an eternal creative spirit to everything she does-whether it be starring in blockbusters a la The Curse of La Llorona or launching the Wayúu Tayá Foundation and participating on the UNESCO Board. Regardless, she makes major strides by drawing on instinct and deliberately paving her own path. Patricia's success represented a turning point in fashion as she drew industry attention to South America for the first time. She experienced a big break upon becoming "the first model Karl Lagerfeld ever photographed" and going on to walk in shows, star in editorial spreads, and front ads for Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Chloe, Cover Girl, and Victoria's Secret, to name a few. Resonating around the globe, she appeared in Oprah and Ford Models' "Supermodel of the World" contest as well. Not to mention, she graced the covers of Vogue, Bazaar, Marie Claire, and many others. She artfully channeled her dance training during shoots. Simultaneously, she ignited an impressive acting career. Not only did she star in The Mummy and The Mummy Returns, but she also appeared on The L Word, Arrested Development, CSI: Miami, Ugly Betty, List of a Lifetime, Hawaii 5-0 and Rescue Me.  Throughout her career, she capitalized on every opportunity to give back. In 2002, she founded the Wayúu Tayá Foundation. This non-profit preserves the culture of indigenous groups throughout Latin America by way of support and the drastic improvement of living conditions. UNESCO invited her to be a celebrity advocate, and the United Nations granted her the 2009 Women Together Award.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)