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"It Comes in Waves," the powerful debut feature film from Haitian Canadian filmmaker Fitch Jean, claimed five prestigious awards, Including Outstanding Feature Film at the 25th Anniversary Reelworld Film Festival, further solidifying its position as one of Canada's most compelling cinematic achievements of 2025.  Set against the backdrop of the Rwandan diaspora in Canada, "It Comes in Waves" follows Akai (Adrian Walters), a young man forced to step up and care for his younger sister Zera (Nendia Lewars) after their mother's health unexpectedly declines. The family, having fled Rwanda's genocide to rebuild their lives in Ottawa, Ontario, must navigate the complexities of immigrant life while confronting intergenerational trauma, family responsibility, and the legacy of displacement.   The film marks Jean's first feature-length narrative and represents a significant creative evolution for the filmmaker, who has earned recognition at more than 50 international film festivals throughout his career. Shot over 14 days across Ottawa, Perth, and Toronto, "It Comes in Waves" features authentic Kinyarwanda dialogue performed by members of Ottawa's Rwandan community, ensuring cultural accuracy and emotional resonance. "It Comes in Waves" is a deeply personal and culturally layered Canadian independent feature film that explores themes of memory, grief, identity, and spiritual transcendence. Through its intimate portrayal of the immigrant experience, the film becomes a universal tale of resilience, depicting how individuals and communities confront and transcend their histories. With compelling performances from a superb cast and uncommon visual panache, the film represents world-class work from an undeniable filmmaker with a bright future.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Michael Moshe Dahan is an Israeli-American scholar, filmmaker, and artist whose work zeroes in on identity, conflict, and how generational trauma is transmitted. He earned his MFA in Studio Art with a Critical Theory Emphasis from UC Irvine in 2012, and his deep dive into critical theory and experimental cinema sets him apart from your usual filmmaker guests. Michael spent a decade as a film executive before academia, gaining hands-on Hollywood experience that now informs his conceptual, genre-pushing films. His latest project, "YES REPEAT NO," released on November 11, 2025 and synthesizes everything he's learned along the way into something bold, urgent, and completely unique in its examination of fractured identity and political history. The film's festival run keeps gaining momentum as it heads into its wider release, with critics calling it a rare, ambitious cinematic work. Michael's earlier experimental film, Two Points of Failure, screened at top international festivals like Rotterdam, Tribeca, Edinburgh, and Melbourne, proof of his ability to bridge avant-garde art and accessible narrative. Yes Repeat No Three actors audition to play the Palestinian-Jewish actor and activist Juliano Mer-Khamis, a former IDF paratrooper who defiantly identified as "100% Palestinian and 100% Jewish."   Want to watch: YouTube MeisterKhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we jump on the press junket to talk with actor Jon Heder about his new movie TapaWingo! Nate and Will are just two cool dudes who kill time between the local rec center and the Elk's Lodge to take in a few hours of bingo. The beer is plentiful and the crowd is wild… well, old, but wild. When they are not hanging loose, they are training for the day they finally get the call to save nuns from rogue contras, or maybe rescue orphans from the Red Army Tiger Force. Whatever the mission, they will be ready. Until then, you can find them at their de facto HQ — the Tapawingo Regional Library.  Tapawingo is streaming now.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with Author Rose Barroso! Rose Barroso has built an empire in two of the most male-dominated industries in the world—luxury real estate and custom home construction. Now, she's breaking new ground as an author with her powerful debut memoir, Indestructible: Transforming Survival into Success, releasing January 2026 through Sutherland House Experts.   Born in Portugal and raised in Toronto, Barroso's story is not one of privilege or easy breaks. Abandoned by those meant to protect her and raised in a shattered family, she learned early that survival meant building walls around her heart, around her dreams, around her very sense of self. But walls couldn't silence the echoes of self-doubt, fear, and rage that lingered long after the bruises faded.   Indestructible rips the mask off a life built in defiance of deep trauma. With raw vulnerability and unapologetic strength, Barroso exposes the hidden scars of her childhood and reveals how pain shaped her, tested her, and ultimately forged her into a tenacious woman who conquered her inner demons—and the boardroom.   This is more than a memoir. It's a battle cry for anyone who's ever been told they would amount to nothing. It's a roadmap for women in spaces where they're underestimated, overlooked, and undervalued. And its proof that healing doesn't make you soft; it makes you unstoppable.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Melba Moore, a Tony Award winning, 4x Grammy nominee, has starred in the Broadway musicals "Hair", "Purlie!", "Timbuktu!" and "Les Miserables". Her countless hits include "You Stepped Into My Life," "Read My Lips," "Fallin'" and "This Is It." She's been a global success for over fifty years and now has a new book, which shares her strategies for longevity.  Melba shot to super-stardom in the early 1970s with her debut album ("I Got Love"), that garnered her a 1971 Grammy nomination for Best New Artist, the following year, she also scored with a variety television show that co-starred Clifton Davis. In 2003, Moore was featured in the film, The Fighting Temptations, which starred Cuba Gooding Jr. and Beyoncé.  A four-time Grammy nominee and one-time Tony Award winner, prior to being a singer/actress, Melba Moore also made guest appearances on nearly all of the following shows: The David Frost Show, Soul Train, The Mike Douglas Show, Dinah!, The Dick Cavett Show, 13 appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Captain Kangaroo, The Tim Conway Show, and Solid Gold, This Is It – Marvelous…And Getting Better takes the reader on the highs and lows of Melba's career. The entertainment veteran shares how she had to pivot time and again, especially in an industry that didn't always know what to do with the massive voice within her petite being. From Harlem to the Hollywood Walk of Fame, in the book, Melba moves from wining the esteemed Tony Award for "Purlie!" to continually transitioning to discover what's next in her career. In the roller coaster ride in life, she's done it all and never backed down from a challenge.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with filmmaker John LaDue. After a successful run in Japan, filmmaker John LaDue's latest feature documentary, Children of Yamato, has officially come to the United States via Amazon Prime.  LaDue is excited to share this rare, introspective look at Japan's post-war identity and the complex legacy of American reconstruction. The film challenges one of modern history's most celebrated narratives; that the U.S. rebuilding of Japan was an unqualified democratic success. Instead, LaDue exposes the unseen costs of that transformation: a nation whose spiritual and cultural roots were severed in the process. Through evocative imagery and deeply researched storytelling, Children of Yamato traces the lingering impact of those policies across generations. The documentary follows LaDue as he embarks on a quest to rediscover the "heart of Japan," unearthing what was lost in the pursuit of modernization. LaDue's vision brings a fresh perspective as an American who was born in Hawaii, yet raised in Japan. Featuring interviews with scholars, Shinto priests, and Japanese citizens, the film offers an unflinching look at how Westernization reshaped Japan's sense of self, leaving younger generations untethered from their origins. It's a bilingual, visually poetic exploration of heritage, With Children of Yamato, LaDue expertly weaves personal narrative, historical investigation, and spiritual inquiry into a film that challenges viewers to reconsider how history shapes identity. CHILDREN OF YAMATO is now streaming in the U.S. on Amazon Prime.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with actor Cam Clarke.   For many American families, the King family defined Christmas entertainment. "Now They're All Here: The King Family, Over 100 Years of Entertainment From America's First Family of Song" is a not only a complete history of the famous King family, but a story of author, Cam Clarke's, life in front of and behind the camera.   "Now They're All Here: The King Family " is more than just a celebration of television history; it's a family album from one of America's most iconic entertainment families. The King Family has been performing together (and with solo careers) since the 1920s: vaudeville, radio, musical films of the 1940s, kitschy sci-fi from the 1950s, tours across the country, recordings in musical genres from jazz and big band to Broadway and pop—even cartoons and video games. Cameron Arthur Clarke is an American voice actor who is known for voicing Leonardo and Rocksteady from the 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon, Shotaro Kaneda from Akira, Freddy from the Barnyard franchise, Liquid Snake from Metal Gear Solid, Clay Kaczmarek from Assassin's Creed II and Simba from The Lion King franchise whenever Matthew Broderick is unavailable.  Cam is also known for being the voice for Snoopy (Snoopy the Musical/Talking Snoopy Doll),  Max Sterling in Robotech, He-Man in the 2002 He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, the tween idol, Heath Burns, in the original Monster High, and Professor X in several X-Men properties.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we visit with actor W. Earl Brown.  Wes Craven was an early supporter, casting Earl in New Nightmare, A Vampire in Brooklyn and the role of "Kenny" in the classic, Scream. Two years after the success of Scream, Earl played "Warren", Cameron Diaz's mentally challenged brother, in There's Something About Mary. Among his many other film credits are the highly regarded films: Being John Malkovich, The Master, The Sessions , Wild , Black Mass, and the Netflix hits - The Highwaymen and The Unforgivable. On television, Earl has guest starred in many series, including: The Mandalorian, Luck, Seinfeld, Hacks, Yellowstone, American Horror Story, Justified, X-Files, Six Feet Under, and NYPD Blue. Among the TV movies he has been involved with, was the starring role in VH1's Meatloaf: To Hell and Back. He played "Tom Carlin" in ABC's highly acclaimed anthology series American Crime (2015) and "Teague Dixon" in HBO's True Detective. He is probably best known as "Dan Dority" in HBO's Deadwood. During that series' second season, the show's creator, David Milch, invited him to join the writing staff. In 2007, Earl earned a WGA nomination for writing on a drama series and a SAG nomination for best drama ensemble acting. Establishing himself on a show as critically lauded as Deadwood opened doors for other writing projects, including the Sony release, Bloodworth, which Earl wrote and produced. Earl can currently be seen as Wes Fox on Sheriff Country. In addition to his television and film work, Earl co-starred in Sony's The Last Of Us, 2013 Video Game Of The Year. He also writes music and records with Sacred Cowboys, an LA based Americana band. In 2018, he combined his love of music and film by co-creating the short film, Dad Band, which racked up 1.3 million views on YouTube.

Today on Too Opinionated, actor Richard Wharton stops by for a visit!  Richard is most known for taking over the role of Major Recurring Guest Star Dr. Wilhelm Rolf on Days of Our Lives in 2022 and has appeared in over 60 episodes. He can also be seen as Grayson in The Pitt on HBO Max, and as a Pawnbroker on several episodes of The Young and The Restless. Richard is particularly proud of his part in the "Claires sketch" in I Think You Should Leave, as well as his King's Alchemist role in Dragon Storm - one of two Sci-Fi films he filmed in Bulgaria and directed by the late great Stephen Furst. Richard's first film role was as Punk #2 trying to rob Billie Crystal and Gregory Hines in Running Scared. Richard has also had roles in Thor: The Dark World, Next of Kin starring the Swayze brothers, American Crime Story, Hacks, All American, Mixed-ish, Silicon Valley and The Politician.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Daniel V. Masciari is an award-winning filmmaker who unearths magic in seemingly mundane moments of the human experience. Daniel's passion for directing and editing runs through all his work, captivating critics with his first feature film, Stationed At Home. When it premiered internationally at the Glasgow Film Festival in March 2025, critics hailed it as "an alternative Christmas classic," with many echoing the sentiment that it "could well go down in the history of independent cinema." STATIONED AT HOME tells the story of a solitary taxi driver on the graveyard shift who, on a clear and frigid Christmas Eve in 1998 in a small, forgotten city, breathlessly awaits the sight of the International Space Station. As the hours count down, a parade of offbeat misfits derail his plans, propelling the story to its exhilarating climax. In this poetic, hilarious and often absurd tale, complete strangers discover unexpected unity and a newfound understanding of their place among the stars. "STATIONED AT HOME is made in the spirit of 70s and 80s independent films, with a raw and unfiltered approach that captures the essence of storytelling without compromise," said filmmaker Daniel V. Masciari. "It is a personal and unique embrace of creative freedom, resulting in a truly uplifting, one-of-a-kind cinematic experience."   Stationed at Home Rotten Tomato link: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/stationed_at_home   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

All aboard for a Bigger, Bolder Adventure: Go Togo returns for season two on CBC Kids on December 1st. The series created by award-winning producers Lindsay & Justin Lee of Gazelle Automations expands its cozy miniature world with new friends, heartfelt lessons, and even more handcrafted charm. In season two, creators Lindsay & Justin Lee of Gazelle Automations expand the show's tiny, handcrafted universe with richer character relationships, laugh-out-loud moments with the Riders, and the introduction of a brand-new teenage ferry boat named Merrie. While season one helped preschoolers explore early math concepts, the new season goes further, tackling the social and emotional challenges young children face every day, from jealousy and frustration to patience and resilience, in stories filled with humour, warmth, and heart. Founded by wife-and-husband team Lindsay & Justin Lee, Gazelle Automations is an award-winning Toronto-based film production company redefining practical storytelling through puppetry, model miniatures, and animation. Their preschool series Miikshi (TVOkids) earned the 2023 Kidscreen Award for Best Web/App Series and the 2022 WIFT-T Award for Best Writing, while Lindsay was named the 2025 Youth Media Alliance Emerging Talent Award recipient. Together, the Lees continue to elevate Canadian children's media by merging imagination, craftsmanship, and heart, and Go Togo remains their proudest ride yet. Go Togo Season 2 premieres December 1, 2025, on CBC Kids and CBC Gem.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down to chat with West Virginia Filmmaker Jacob Young. Jacob was a producer at WNPB-TV in Morgantown, West Virginia, when he conceived Appalachian Junkumentary (1986), a film eventually purchased by over 90 PBS stations and winning a 1988 PBS Special Achievement Award. It became one of 15 U.S. television shows later selected for an international screening conference.  Jacob was also producer for two seasons of the documentary series Different Drummer, broadcast by the BBC and Public TV. His film Dancing Outlaw (1992) received both a 1992 Emmy Award and a 1993 American Film Institute Award for 'Best Documentary.     Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

In The Ripple Eclipse: Turning the Tide of Inherited Trauma, Audrey Hyams Romoff masterfully navigates between two seemingly disparate worlds: the glamorous, high-stakes realm of celebrity public relations and her ongoing struggle to break free from the grip of inherited trauma. With unflinching candour, wit, and a veteran storyteller's ear for dramatic moments, Hyams Romoff expands the lexicon of silent suffering, introducing a new way to describe how pain ripples across generations and obscures joy. For over thirty years, Hyams Romoff has been a fixture on Canada's cultural landscape, running the renowned agency OverCat Communications and shaping the public image of A-list clients, including Lady Gaga, Sarah Jessica Parker, Katy Perry, will.i.am, Isabella Rossellini, Timothy Olyphant, and Shania Twain.  Audrey grew up in the shadow of silence—her mother and grandmother survived the Holocaust but never spoke of it. One of Auschwitz's youngest survivors, her mother was emotionally unreachable. Her father became her lifeline. At forty-five, tragedy struck: her parents were found dead together in their garage. Her mother's suicide was clear; her father's death remains a mystery. From that darkness, she emerged with a vow: to confront the trauma that impacted four generations of women in her family. Audrey's titular metaphor, "ripple eclipse," neatly captures how trauma, particularly one as profound as surviving Auschwitz, is not confined to the person who endures it. Instead, its impact ripples outward, affecting children, grandchildren, and generations beyond.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, the boys dissect Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein! Plus all the nerdy shenanigans and recommendations that you love! 

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with actress Kristin Booth! Kristin's film credits include Defendor and This Beautiful City; as well as the heist thriller, Foolproof, opposite Ryan Reynolds, On the Line, Detroit Rock City, Gossip, Cruel Intentions 2 and Kardia. Kristin won her first Gemini Award in 2005, for her guest performance in the ReGenesis episode, Spare Parts. She received her 2nd Gemini Award nomination, for her portrayal of "Connie Lewis", in the CBC series, M.V.P., Other television include: American Wife, TNT's mini-series, The Company,  Prairie Giant: The Tommy Douglas Story, Kaw, Burn: The Robert Wraight Story, Salem Witch Trials, The Hunt for the Unicorn Killer, A Tale of Two Bunnies, Jewel and Sleep Murder. She has also had lead roles in the series, The Newsroom, Daring & Grace: Teen Detectives, and has guest-starred in various series, including Supernatural, 1-800-Missing, This Is Wonderland, Traders, La Femme Nikita, Puppets Who Kill and Show Me Yours, among others. Kristin also starred in the pilot, My Best Friend's Girl. Most recently, Kristin appeared as Tessa on The Boys and in her recurring role on The Border, guest-starred on Rookie Blue , Flashpoint , (3rd Gemini nomination), and The Listener.  Kristin also voices the lead character in the animated series, Producing Parker, (4th Gemini Nomination). She starred, opposite Alyssa Milano, in Lifetime's Sundays at Tiffany's, and portrays Ethel Kennedy in the controversial mini-series, The Kennedys.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we sit down with author William Bitner whose writing includes his series about his wrestling alter ego Death Falcon Zero.  William  has appeared in films, fronted a rock and roll band, and wrestled internationally as the masked villain, Death Falcon Zero. William is a talented author whose works dive deep into horror and suspense. His titles include Down in the Drains, M is for Monster, and contributions to the chilling anthology Chillers: Hell.    Want to watch:: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Award-winning Vietnamese-Canadian filmmaker Janet-Rose Nguyen is set to premiere her new short film Do You See Her? at the Blood in the Snow Film Festival (BITS),running November 17–22, 2025, in Toronto at the Isabel Bader Theatre. The unsettling psychological horror follows Katie (Ivy Miller), a woman who questions her sanity as she's stalked by a terrifying entity; one she can only see when her glasses are off. Inspired by the visually impaired, Janet-Rose's film is both an ode to the fragility of perception and a meditation on fear. A rising voice in Canada's genre film landscape, Janet-Rose Nguyen is an award-winning writer and director whose work explores the intersections of horror, queerness, modern society, and the Asian diaspora. A Top 10 Finalist in the Screencraft Horror Competition for her feature Cedar Falls Bay, Janet-Rose has also been selected for Rising Voices Canada, Tribeca Film Festival's Creators Market, Stowe Story Labs, Reelworld's Emerging 20 Program and the Canadian Film Centre's CBC Actors Conservatory.  Janet-Rose Nguyen  is currently in post-production on her debut feature, Welcome to Kurosawa House, starring Jean Yoon (Kim's Convenience). As a queer Vietnamese-Canadian storyteller, she is deeply committed to bringing underrepresented voices to the screen, crafting stories that challenge, unsettle, and expand the boundaries of genre. Through her distinctive blend of horror and humanity, Janet-Rose is redefining what Canadian cinema can look like, using fear as a lens to reflect identity, belonging, and resilience.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with the director of the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival, Ivan Hughes and his special guests.  Ivan Hughes is an independent filmmaker with more than 20 years of experience producing documentary films across Canada and around the world. His award-winning work has screened nationally and internationally in festivals, broadcast and online. He brings technical knowledge of workflows and equipment to projects, whether he is directing, shooting, or editing. Ivan has worked on outreach programs across the province, bringing filmmaking workshops to remote indigenous communities. He has mentored new filmmakers, founded the Squamish Mountain Festival in 2006, and served as a board member and programming manager for the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival for 5 years. Ivan has previously worked at the Winnipeg Film Group as the Production Centre Director from 2012 to 2014.    Claudia Bastien is a Squamish-based Indigenous endurance athlete, adventure storyteller, and digital creator. She is known for taking on ambitious solo expeditions, including leaving directly from her front door in Squamish to begin a 5,000 km unsupported bikepacking journey from Canada to Mexico, and a 1,350 km ride along Australia's Coral Coast. In November 2025, she will return to Mexico to bikepack the length of the Baja Divide route, continuing her pursuit of long-distance endurance challenges. Vince LaPointe is a Coast Guard Helicopter Rescue Swimmer, Vince's job was to jump out of a perfectly good aircraft to help distressed mariners on the worst day of their life. Today, Vince implements the high-pressure skills learned in the military on time-sensitive film sets. As a dedicated outdoorsman and rock climber, his passion is for capturing emotion, drama and humour in adventure films.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Ramona Floyd is a versatile stage and screen actor whose work spans Off-Broadway, television, and film. She has appeared in a wide range of acclaimed New York productions, including Please Go Gentle Into That Good Night, The Monument, the title role in Medea, and standout performances in Pygmalion and The Maids with the Jean Cocteau Repertory Theatre. Other stage credits include Gone in 60, Arms and the Man, and Fulana. On screen, Ramona has built a career portraying everything from tough bosses to compassionate caregivers in popular series such as The Blacklist, The Punisher, FBI, True Detective, Girls5Eva, Blue Bloods, Bull, and the upcoming Murdaugh Murders: Death in the Family for Hulu.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Joanna began her career in action fare such as Steve McQueen's thriller Bullitt, the Jason Robards drama Fools, The Laughing Policeman starring Walter Matthau and The Outfit with Robert Duvall. Her first co-starring role came opposite George C. Scott in the offbeat comedy caper The Bank Shot. Television became an important medium for her in the late 1970s, with guest parts on all the popular shows of the time, including Dallas. Trapper John, M.D., Taxi, Starsky and Hutch, Charlie's Angels, Lou Grant and a recurring role on Falcon Crest.  Joanna languished in three failed series attempts--The Roller Girls, 240-Robert and The Family Tree--before hitting the jackpot with the sitcom Buffalo Bill opposite Dabney Coleman. The 1980s also brought about positive, critical reception for Joanna on film as well, especially in a number of showy portrayals, notably her snake-dancing replicant in the futuristic sci-fi thriller Blade Runner, her radio journalist involved with Nick Nolte and Ed Harris in the political drama Under Fire and her co-starring role in a wacky triangle with Bob Hoskins and a hyperkinetic hare in the highly ambitious part toon/part fantasy film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Back on the TV front she was seen in recurring roles on L.A. Law, Diagnosis Murder, The District and Boston Legal. Since then Joanna has juggled a number of quality film and TV assignments, including  her Emmy-nominated recurring role as a quirky, capricious mother/psychiatrist in  Six Feet Under. Joanna currently stars in the movie Killing Faith opposite Guy Pierce and Bill Pullman.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Miles Ekhardt is making his mark in Hollywood with his role in HBO's supernatural horror series, "IT: Welcome to Derry."    Miles stars as Matty, a young runaway who flees his small-town cinema only to be picked up by a Portland-bound family of four, soon realizing that something far more sinister lurks beneath the surface. A prequel to the blockbuster It films of 2017 and 2019, the series expands on Stephen King's iconic 1986 novel, diving deep into the origins of the terrifying Pennywise the Clown (reprised by Bill Skarsgård). Created by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs, "IT: Welcome to Derry" weaves together history, the supernatural, and psychological terror into a chilling exploration of fear and community.   To prepare for "IT: Welcome to Derry," Miles worked closely with his acting coach to explore the emotional layers of Matty, bringing authenticity and depth to the role.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

2025 marks a breakthrough year for Canadian comedy powerhouse Katelyn McCulloch, whose fearless approach to female-driven comedy has already earned her two Canadian Screen Award nominations and international acclaim. Now, she's capping it off with two major milestones: the highly anticipated season two premiere of her Bell Fibe TV1 hit Everybody's Meg on November 13th, and the return of Shenanigans on November 27th in Halifax at the Cineplex Park Lane (5657 Spring Garden Rd); a bold, joy-filled celebration of funny, feel-good, and female-driven film and television.  With Everybody's Meg, the Halifax-born creator has struck a rare chord with audiences: a comedy that's sharp, heartfelt, and unafraid to lean into the messy, awkward truths of millennial life.  As the founder of Hey Old Friend Productions, Katelyn has made it her mission to amplify women in comedy on and off stage. That mission comes to life with Shenanigans, the one-of-a-kind comedy showcase and screening series she launched in 2024. Unlike traditional festivals, Shenanigans is more than a screening, it's a community celebration of female-driven comedy, wrapped in glamour, joy, and connection. On screen, her credits include Law & Order Toronto, Pretty Hard Cases, Hudson & Rex, Roll With It, Avocado Toast, and leading roles in films such as Meet the Killer Parents, Bystanders, and many more. Looking ahead, Katelyn is developing multiple half-hour comedy series, including one with Fiasco Global Media, preparing her first feature film, and making a return to the stage in 2026 as Margaret Cavendish in MAD MADGE at Neptune Theatre.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Intellego Media proudly announces the VOD release of FRAGILÉ, a new documentary from filmmaker Reagan Elkins, debuting November 7th. Set in a small Oklahoma town with a big dream, FRAGILÉ follows one man's outrageous (yet oddly inspiring) mission to revitalize his community by building a 50-foot-tall leg lamp in the middle of Main Street. What begins as a lighthearted bid to boost tourism quickly ignites controversy, turning the town into an unlikely battleground of art, identity, and small-town politics. From fiery city council meetings to viral headlines, accusations of objectification to a cease-and-desist letter from Warner Bros., FRAGILÉ captures the chaos, comedy, and community spirit that arise when good intentions meet cultural flashpoints. "FRAGILÉ is about more than a lamp. It's about what happens when creativity and conflict collide in America's heartland," says director Reagan Elkins. "It's a story that's both absurd and deeply human. You'll laugh, you'll cringe, and you might even see your own hometown in the reflection." A sharp and entertaining look at how one quirky idea can divide and unite a community all at once, FRAGILÉ illuminates the delicate balance between progress and tradition with humor and heart.  FRAGILÉ Directed by Reagan Elkins Produced by Intellego Media Available on Video On Demand November 7, 2025Order here https://fragiledocumentary.vhx.tv/   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

DeeAnn, the multi-award-winning jazz and blues vocalist, has once again elevated a beloved classic with her sensual, infectious rendition of Brenda Russell's two-time Grammy-nominated hit Piano in the Dark. Collaborating with legendary producer Ted Perlman, DeeAnn follows her 2024 breakthrough track Stay Here with Me and her 2025 soul-jazz hits, Al Green's Simply Beautiful and Sade's Kiss of Life, with this emotionally rousing, contemporary take on Russell's timeless song. Russell herself endorsed the new version, saying, "I loved it. I think it's very cool. Love the groove and DeeAnn's voice is hauntingly beautiful, as is the track. DeeAnn's 2025 has built on a remarkable streak of accolades. She was named Jazz Female Vocalist of the Year in the 10th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll, received the most votes for her 2023 album It's My Time, and earned runner-up honors for Most Memorable Performance and the John Hunt Jazz Artist of the Year Award. Since returning to music as a "jazzy soul" singer in the mid-2010s, she has consistently earned recognition, including Best Female Blues Vocalist at the Buffalo NightLife Music Awards and a Best Jazz CD nod for her 2019 EP Stay Here.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Daniel "Danny" Boyd is an acclaimed filmmaker (Chillers, Strangest Dreams: Invasion of the Space Preachers, Paradise Park), a two-time television regional Emmy nominee, a multi-nominated graphic novelist (Chillers I & II, CARBON, SALT), and playwright (Paradise Park the Musical, Space Preachers Musical, and Broadway World WV Best Musical 2021, Miss Dirt Turtle's Garden Club. His books include The Adventures of Wandala, Miss Dirt Turtle's Garden Club, Tavey's First Hunt and WrestleDreamia, all Gold Mom's Choice Award Winners. Boyd's first novella, God's Pool in Particle Park, will be released in 2025. A retired media studies professor at West Virginia State University, Boyd also taught around the world including in Tanzania as a three-time Fulbright Scholar.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Canadian Spoken Word artist, Order of Ontario recipient, author, and two-time Canadian National Poetry Slam Champion, Dwayne Morgan along with special guests, takes the stage for five exciting shows, November 5, 12, 19, 22, and 26. This is Morgan's first set of shows since receiving the Order of Ontario an award attributed in part to Morgan's promotion of the positive artistic contributions of African Canadian and urban influenced artists. Dwayne Morgan is a Canadian icon. His reputation as a spoken word phenomenon is respected by audiences across the country.  Shifter Magazine put the spoken word artist on its list of outstanding Black men in Canada. Morgan was inducted into the Scarborough Walk of Fame and received both the African Canadian Achievement Award, and the Harry Jerome Award for Excellence in the Arts. He has performed for Barack Obama, former Governor General of Canada, Michaëlle Jean, shared the stage with Russell Peters, opened for Alicia Keys, recorded with Drake and performed at Super Bowl 46. PERFORMANCE DATES: Nov 5, 12, 26 Poems in the Key of Life  Tickets: https://www.dwaynemorgan.ca/events Nov 19 Back Chat.  Tickets: https://www.dwaynemorgan.ca/events Nov 22 When Brothers Speak 2025 Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ca/when-brothers-speak-toronto-ontario-11-22- 2025/event/1000632CD9C8371E   Want to watch: YouTUbe Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actors Jane Luk and Sam Agro to talk about their new Podcast, Til Death Do Us Part.  'Til Death Do Us Part is a comedy murder mystery show featuring a husband and wife team of sleuths. Join detective Benjamin O'Donahue, (Sam) and his fast-talking reporter wife, Kitty (Jane) as they solve all the weird, supernatural, and macabre cases that baffle the regular police. You can listen here: https://captainflashmandefenderoftheuniverse.buzzsprout.com/2227895/episodes/17859871-til-death-do-us-part Jane Luk plays Maureen on Stephan King's the Institute and is also known for her work on Saw III, Unicorn Academy, The Handmaidens Tale and Kim's Convenience.    Sam Agro is known for his work as a Storyboard artist on Paw Patrol, The Saw Movies, and Universal Soldier.    Wanyt to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Susan Raphael is an addiction and mental health clinician, key note speaker and author of the critically acclaimed, "What's Wrong with My Teen?"  Finding Answers to Teenage Addiction and Family Crisis.   Raphael is celebrating the year anniversary of "What's Wrong With my Teen" with good reason.  The brilliantly insightful book continues to receive high praise and most importantly, continues to help families in crises. "What's Wrong with My Teen?" guides families through some of their darkest times with the practical, honest and relatable methods Raphael has used successfully for decades.  Raphael comes with an abundance of experience both professional and personal.  The author has been featured on National platforms including The Ben Mulroney Show and the Recovering Out Loud podcast, recently appearing in Mental Health Research Canada's national webinar Stories of Hope: A Journey Through Unexpected Addiction.  Raphael is scheduled to appear next as the keynote speaker at the Ontario School Counsellors' Association Fall Conference on November 9, 2025. "What's Wrong with My Teen?"  will show you how to move forward.  "No one said parenting a teenager was easy, but heartbreak is not inevitable."   Raphael's methods give hope and guidelines to get you on the right path.  Discover the secrets of parenting your teen through their toughest challenges while retaining their respect, confidence, and love.   "What's Wrong with My Teen?"  is a much-needed roadmap to facing these challenges, setting healthy limits, communicating and connecting with your teen.  Susan Raphael is a referral clinician in the National Basketball Association, NBA/NBPA Clinicians Network and is Internationally Certified by the Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF), the gold standard of addiction counsellors in Canada and Internationally.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, voice actor Kellen Goff drops by for a visit.  Kellen is most well known for his work in the video game franchise Five Nights at Freddy's as fan-favorite voices Funtime Freddy, Glamrock Freddy, Sun, and Moon in the legendary Five Nights at Freddy's video game franchise, as well as Foxy in the box-office hit Five Nights at Freddy's film. Kellen is also known for his roles in My Hero Academia, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: Golden Wind, Sasaki and Miyano, League of Legends, Attack on Titan, VALORANT, Cookie Run Kingdom, Black Clover, Sr Pelo's Spooky Month and Chikn Nuggit.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with actor, writer, producer Kenric Green.  Kenric is best known for his portrayal of Scott in the television series The Walking Dead. He has also appeared in Star Trek: Discovery The Originals and Hawaii Five-0. Kenric can next be seen alongside his wife Sonequa Martin-Green in the upcoming film Sarah's Oil.  Sarah's Oil is the remarkable true story of eleven year old Sarah Rector, an African American girl born in Oklahoma Indian Territory in the early 1900s, who believes there is oil beneath the barren land she's allotted and whose faith is proven right. #meisterkhan #tooopinionatedpodcast #youtubemeisterkhanpod #kenricgreen #thewalkingdead #StarTrekDiscovery #sonequamartingreen Want ro watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Cadwell Turnbull is the award-winning author of The Lesson; No Gods, No Monsters; and We Are the Crisis. His short fiction has appeared in The Verge, Lightspeed, Nightmare, Asimov's Science Fiction, and several anthologies, including The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy 2018 and The Year's Best Science Fiction and Fantasy 2019. His novel The Lesson won the 2020 Neukom Institute Literary Award in the debut category. The novel was also shortlisted for the VCU Cabell Award and longlisted for the Massachusetts Book Awards. His novel No Gods, No Monsters is the winner of a Lambda Award and was a finalist for the Shirley Jackson Award. A Ruin, Great and Free, the stunning conclusion to the popular Convergence Saga. It has been nearly two years since the anti-monster riots. The inhabitants of Moon have been very fortunate in the intervening months. Inside their hidden monster settlement, they've found peace, even as the world outside slips into increasing unrest. Monsters are being hunted everywhere, forced back into the shadows they once tried to escape from. Other secret settlements have offered a place to hide, but how long can this half-measure against fear and hatred last? Over the course of three days, the inhabitants of Moon are tested. The Black Hand continues to search for them and the Cult of the Zsouvox wants to make Moon the last stand in their war against the Order of Asha. This is more than enough to reckon with, but the gods have also placed their sights on Moon—and they bring with them a conflict that may either save or unravel the universe itself.     Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with CEO, Writer, Producer, Director, and Actress Stephanie Garvin. Stephanie is the definition of female empowerment, taking the film industry by storm as the founder and CEO of Hollywood Expansion Corporation! Stephanie developed Hollywood expansion corporation when recognizing how difficult it is to bring a beautiful dream to life in the current entertainment world.  Stephanie and her team are excited to bring wholesome, sustainable practices to the world of entertainment! HEC's current project is the cutting-edge, highly anticipated race car film Maserati: The Brothers (2025), which centers around the Chronicles the Maserati family's journey, from its founding in 1914 to becoming a renowned Italian luxury car manufacturer, alongside rivals Ferrari and Lamborghini. The film includes an all-star cast including Al Pacino, Anthony Hopkins and Jessica Alba (theatrical release coming soon!) Not stopping there, she is also hard at work on the film in production titled Buggati: The Genius (2026).  Stephanie's mission is to create meaningful films that resonate with audiences of all ages. Some of her notable work includes, being the writer, director, and executive producer of Holiday Twist (2023), with a sequel planned. As a major feat, she previously co-executive produced the award-winning The Trial of the Chicago 7 (2020) and co-produced the documentary Mr. Nelson on the North Side (2021).    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated,  Emmy-nominated choreographer and actor Dondraico “Draico” Johnson drops in for a chat! Draico's versatile career spans high-profile collaborations with musicians and performers like Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson, Miley Cyrus, Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Destiny's Child, and Madonna to name a few! Draico's film resume is equally impressive having earned an Emmy nomination for the film Genisus: Aretha and working on big blockbuster projects including Ghostbusters (2016), The Conjuring 2, Haunted Mansion, ZOMBIES 3, Step Up All In, and Dirty Grandpa among many others! In ZOMBIES 4, Draico infuses authenticity, heart, and rich cultural texture to make the characters more human, relatable, and real. His commitment to representing culture respectfully—both in front of and behind the camera—is a signature of his approach. In the soon to be summer smash, Zed and Addison embark on a road trip the summer after their first year of college, during which they unexpectedly discover the warring worlds of Sunnyside and Shadyside and come into contact with two new groups of monsters.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Actor Dean Redman guest stars as Marquis in the pilot episode of the new TV series “Boston Blue.” Dean's character is brought in for questioning regarding a murder. “Boston Blue” premieres Friday, October 17 at 10:00 PM ET/PT on the CBS Television Network, streaming on Paramount+ and on CTV and CRAVE in Canada. Dean is a well-known, accomplished actor with over 100 film, television and voice acting credits to his name. He is most notable for his strong performances in major Hollywood Blockbusters, such as Legendary/Blizzard Films' “Warcraft,” where he took on not one but two major character roles.  He is equally known for his aggressive performance in 20th Century Fox's Oscar-nominated epic “War For The Planet Of The Apes”  Redman has an extensive background in martial arts, weapons, firearms and stunts, all of which prepared him for such roles.    Dean has appeared in a multitude of network television series, such as “Dark Angel,”  “Stargate SG1,” “The X-Files,” “Smallville,” “Superman and Lois,”  “Virgin River,” plus notable Hallmark and Lifetime movies “The Yoga Teacher Killer', V.C. Andrews' four-part mini series “Dawn” and a villain of the Christmas Mega hit “Sugarplummed.” He is also well known for his distinctive, deep, smooth, and smoky voice, which he has lent to Marvel's “Nick Fury” in “The Ultimate Wolverine Versus Hulk” series,“ Iron Man Armored Adventures”, Unagami in the Lego Series “Ninjago,” Dutch in the anime series “Black Lagoon”  the villain General Baran in “Dragon Quest” and a long list of animated series over the years.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated, actor, writer, director Natalija Nogulich drops in for a visit! Natalija is known for her recent work on CHICAGO MED, SHAMELESS, PRESUMED INNOCENT, FULLER HOUSE, NCIS, CRIMINAL MINDS and KC UNDERCOVER, GLEE, 2 BROKE GIRLS, and the WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE REUNION. Natalija was series regular on ABC series, RED WIDOW, where she played Russian mob wife, Elena Petrova. Her role as Italian reporter, Giovanetta Ricci in HBO biopic PHIL SPECTOR with Al Pacino, reunited her with director David Mamet, with whom she has done six films: (SPECTOR, HOMICIDE, SPARTAN, THINGS CHANGE, THE WATER ENGINE, and HOFFA opposite Jack Nicholson.) Other films include: COMMENTARY, INCARNATE, SHARKSKIN, THE HOLLOW, STEAL BIG-STEAL LITTLE, ABOVE SUSPICION, AN EYE FOR AN EYE, THE GLASS SHIELD, THE CHASE, POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE, BLOOD IN-BLOOD OUT, THE GUARDIAN, FOUR FRIENDS, COMMENTARY, STONY ISLAND and NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION. Natalija is perhaps most known for her role as Admiral Nechayev in STAR TREK - THE NEXT GENERATION and STAR TREK DEEP SPACE NINE, and was also featured in Hallmark's JANE DOE 9, LOCUSTS, PIZZA MY HEART, GROWING PAINS, DYING TO DANCE, THE SLEEPWALKER KILLING, LAZARUS MAN. Recurring on THE WEST WING, THE PRACTICE, THE PRETENDER, BROOKLYN BRIDGE, TRACY TAKES ON, she also guested on CRIMINAL MINDS, NCIS, TWOBROKE GIRLS, BONES, THE UNIT, NIP/TUCK, FRASIER, THE CLOSER, HUFF, CROSSING JORDAN, WITHOUT ATRACE, CHARMED and 24.  Natalija authored historical novel, ONE WOMAN'S WAR, which is now being developed into a screenplay. She also wrote and directed a documentary short called CORPORAL JAKE, about World War I Medal of Honor Recipient Jake Allex.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)    

Born in South Africa during Apartheid, Sarah was dismayed when she first traveled to the United States on a family holiday as a young girl in early 1980s. There, she witnessed her beloved country embroiled in such tumultuous turmoil on TV, she believed she wasn't able to return home. It was her first lesson in media distortion, and the danger of trusting a single narrative.  Twenty-three years ago this week, Jeffrey Epstein arrived in Cape Town with Bill Clinton, Kevin Spacey, and Chris Tucker in tow. That same night, 20-year-old Juliette Bryant was lured into what would become one of the most harrowing and revealing chapters in the Epstein saga. Now, for the first time, her story is being told in her own words—through the diary she kept at the height of her captivity. In Blue Butterfly: Inside the Diary of an Epstein Survivor, author Sarah McCarthy—Juliette's close personal friend—brings Bryant's unfiltered voice to light, exposing not just Epstein's trafficking machine but the darker, lesser-known medical and psychological abuses he carried out on his victims. The book is now available for pre-order at TrineDay.com, ahead of its November 18 release. Unlike previous accounts that focus solely on Epstein's trafficking ring, Blue Butterfly reveals his obsession with eugenics, artificial intelligence, cloning, and transhumanism—and how he used victims like Juliette as unwitting participants in his schemes.   Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Nominated for three Emmys Thaao Penghlis just completed his 41 st year on Days of our Lives and “Beyond Salem,” a five episode mini -series for the NBC's Peacock channel. Thaao starred in the films Slow Dancing in the Big City, Altered States, The Bell Jar and The Mirror. Penghlis then won the role of the charismatic Tony DiMera on Days of our Lives. Penghlis played Nicholas Black on the prime time series revival of Mission: Impossible. On television, he has starred in the miniseries Sadat, appeared opposite Omar Sharif and Jane Seymour in the miniseries adaptation of Sydney Sheldon's Memories of Midnight, and played a terrorist in the critically acclaimed television film Under Siege. His most unusual role was playing the lover of Dame Edna as Colonel Godowni in the cult classic Les Patterson Saves the World. A world- class traveler, Penghlis had his first book “PLACES” published in 2015 garnering great reviews. It deals with his journeys to the Middle East and the dangers he encountered in Syria, Lebanon and Egypt. His second book “Seducing Celebrities One Meal at a Time” was released in November 2016' Thaao's lifelong fascination with Archaeology, researched the famous archeologist Heinrich Schliemann who is the subject of his screenplay and podcast. The ultimate adventurer, Penghlis has trekked across the Sinai desert, climbed Mt. Sinai, soared in a hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, and survived both crashes and an attempted kidnapping. His Podcast “The Lost Treasures” was released September 2023. It is based on Heinrich Schliemann's discovery of Troy and ‘Mycenaean,' Greece. Thaao's newest podcast is "The Great Escape" and it explores the Holy Family's escape into Egypt, detailing their journey, the historical context of King Herod and the Magi, and the origins of the Coptic religion.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Dani Deetté was born and raised in Battle Creek, Michigan. She graduated from the Honors College at Michigan State University with a major in Criminal Justice after spending her senior year abroad at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. Dani got her start in law enforcement after deciding at age 15 that it was the path for her, but after several years in the field and having grown up performing she chose to pursue her creative side - making the transition into TV and film full-time. Dani booked her first role on Greenleaf TV series after moving to Atlanta and dove into the industry full force. She is most known for her recurring roles as super soldier Gigi on Marvel's The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Sheriff Kim Reddick on Netflix's hit show Ozark, and Rori Barnhill in Season 3 of the USA Network show, The Sinner. She can also be seen in several guest star appearances including Tulsa King, Matlock, FBI: Most Wanted, and NCIS: New Orleans. Recently Dani was in On Swift Horses with Daisy Edgar Jones, in Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2 and her upcoming projects include Amazon's The Runarounds, and For All Mankind on Apple TV. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Romy Weltman is a Canadian actress who has worked professionally since the age of 12. Romy can currently be seen, portraying "Martha 'Em' Cypress", a series regular on the SYFY series Revival, based on the NY Times best-selling Image comic book. Most recently, Romy can be seen as "Lexi," a recurring role on The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh, starring comedienne Sindhu Vee and produced by Michael Showalter, which was the #1 Hit comedy on Amazon Prime. Romy started her career with her first role on the SYFY series Defiance, followed by playing the younger version of Emily Hampshire in her first indie horror film, The Returned. Weltman booked her first series regular on Backstage, where she played the role of "DJ Kit Dunn. Other credits include the two-part season 12 finale of Murdoch Mysteries(CBC), followed by episodes of Slasher (Shudder/ Netflix), Mrs. America (FX), Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) and films including The Red Maple Leaf, The Plot to Kill My Mother (Lifetime) and Terror Train 1 & 2 (Tubi/ Crave Canada).    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Canadian business strategist Khalid Hasan and renowned American marketing professor Philip Kotler release “The New Sustainability Edge: Redefining Business from Startups to Industry Leaders” through Toronto-based publisher Sutherland House Experts. Pre-orders are available now. The book tackles a critical business question: Is corporate sustainability genuine transformation or sophisticated greenwashing? “It's no longer optional to shape the world we live in,” they argue, presenting a research-backed framework for converting profit-driven enterprises into purpose-led organizations that deliver measurable impact alongside financial returns. Khalid Hasan holds a PhD and MBA, studied strategy at Harvard Business School, and teaches at business schools across Canada and South Asia. He leads ResInt Canada, an international research organization. Philip Kotler is professor emeritus of marketing at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and author of over 100 books translated into 25+ languages.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Are We Done Now?, the third award-winning feature film from actor/writer/director Ben Immanuel, will be released on VOD on September 30th and make U.S. Premiere at the SOHO International Film Festival, which runs Oct 7-14 in New York City. The film won the Audience Award for "Most Popular Canadian Feature Film" at its Canadian Premiere at the Available Light Film Festival. Shot between 2020 and 2024, Immanuel brings to the screen a profoundly relatable story following Pamela, a therapist (played by Gabrielle Miller of Corner Gas and Unspeakable: The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey), and her diverse young clients as they participate in a (fictionalized) documentary exploring the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on their mental health. Through this experience, they—and the filmmaker—gain unexpected self-insight, leading to a deeper understanding of their identities and roles in our transformed world. As a writer/director/producer, Ben has helmed 2 award-winning, theatrically released feature films: Down River (9 wins and 12 nominations) and Moving Malcolm (4 wins and 1 nomination).  Gabrielle Miller is one of Canada's most celebrated performers. A professional actor for over two decades, she is widely recognized for her lead roles on two of Canada's most successful series: the runaway hit CTV series Corner Gas (6 seasons), which inspired a feature film in 2014, as well as an animated series, and the critically acclaimed series Robson Arms (3 seasons). Along with her recurring role on Call Me Fitz, opposite Jason Priestley, Gabrielle has also recurred on Hallmark's Good Witch, and guest-starred on CBS's Person of Interest, ABC's Once Upon a Time, and Showtime's popular series Lost Girl.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Genre-blending pop-soul artist Lily Lane makes her much-anticipated return with “Reciprocation.” Blending vintage soul textures, razor-sharp pop sensibilities, and raw, confessional lyricism, “Reciprocation” stands as a bold new chapter in her ever-growing body of work and a can't-miss release from one of music's most exciting rising voices. A Boston native now splitting her time between New York and Los Angeles, Lily first broke out as a teen on national tours, opening for Big Time Rush (selling out the House of Blues in her hometown) and Cody Simpson, while quickly finding herself in the orbit of the 2010s pop elite. After graduating with honors from the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU, Lily signed with Wilhelmina Models, came out as bisexual, and emerged as a bold voice for body positivity, female empowerment, and LGBT+ representation. Music runs in the family. Lily's older brother, Tucker Halpern, is one half of the Grammy-nominated electronic duo SOFI TUKKER. Like her brother, her music has earned many sync placements across major platforms, including Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock, and Bravo, bringing her soulful, cinematic sound to screens across the country. Lilly's sophomore EP Queen of Hearts dropped in Fall 2022 and her third EP, Love, Lily Lane, arrived in Fall 2024 as a genre-spanning concept record written during her engagement and released in the lead-up to her wedding. Its lead single, “I Do,” is a soul-infused acoustic love song praised by top bridal blogs as a perfect first-dance track. Now, with “Reciprocation” serving as an auspicious preview into her next chapter, including her upcoming EP, Domesticated, with her signature blend of powerhouse vocals, confessional songwriting, and stylized visuals, Lily Lane's not just dropping songs. She's setting the scene.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

JUDITH ORLOFF, MD, is a psychiatrist who serves on the UCLA Psychiatric Clinical Faculty and an empath. She is a New York Times bestselling author whose most recent books are The Genius of Empathy (2024) and The Empath's Survival Guide (2017). In THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE RABBIT (Sounds True; October 7, 2025; $18.99 US Hardcover), Dr. Judith Orloff speaks directly to children who feel confused and overwhelmed by their feelings. A psychiatrist and trusted expert on thriving as an empath, Dr. Orlof offers comforting insights and teaches kids and their parents simple strategies for coping with big, sometimes scary emotions through the relatable story of a sensitive cottontail named Aurora who loses her home. Aurora loves living in the Sonoran Desert. But her siblings don't want to play with her because she cries and is “too sensitive.” She feels alone and different. When a flash flood destroys her family's burrow, Aurora must face the pain of loss and then rebuilding as she confronts her sensitive nature. She meets a loving Javelina who is sensitive too, and other animals who share lessons about kindness, self-care, and healthy boundaries. Based on Dr. Judith Orloff's teachings on the gifts of sensitivity, this captivating story shows us all how to live with dignity, empathy, and joy. Written with Jennifer Adams, the bestselling author of the BabyLit series, with exquisite illustrations by Katy Tanis, this book is for the inner children in all adults and destined to become a family favorite.

Ellis Hall is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor and composer. He was described as "The Ambassador of Soul" by conductor, Jeff Tyzik. Hall has been blind since the age of 18. Citing Ray Charles as his inspiration, Hall has written over 4000 soul, gospel, blues and pop songs, and has performed with Stevie Wonder, James Taylor, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle, Toby Keith, Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Bobby Womack, Sheila E, Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire, Tower of Power and Ray Charles. Ellis eventually mastered the drums, piano, keyboards, guitar, upright and electric bass. He was able to develop and define himself as a vocalist as well, possessing a five-octave range. Starting with the Ellis Hall Band opening for Earth Wind and Fire through the years as the lead singer for Tower of Power, Ellis has been making impactful music.  Ellis both wrote and performed on the soundtracks of multiple television movies and films including The Lion King 2, Shrek 2, Chicken Run, Invincible, and Bruce Almighty, sang gospel tunes in the comedy film, Big Momma's House with Martin Lawrence, and sang a Louis Armstrong tune in the crime drama film Catch Me If You Can with Leonardo DiCaprio. Ellis Hall's latest single, a remake of the England Dan and John Ford Coley 1976 hit, “I'd Really Love To See You Tonight”.  A deeply soulful ballad that marks his return to the heart of R&B blending classic smoothness with modern vibrancy, Hall channels the passionate artistry of Luther Vandross and the magnetic energy of Bruno Mars in a track that promises to captivate listeners across generations.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Award-winning comedian Daniel Stolfi, best known for his hit solo show Cancer Can't Dance Like This, returns with his highly anticipated fifth solo comedy special, RUINED; a high-octane mix of storytelling, stand-up, and precision physical comedy about how his well-meaning, undeniably Italian immigrant parents “ruined” his childhood... and he'll talk about other things he thinks are funny. The show plays Tuesday, September 30th through Saturday, October 4th at 8:30 PM in The Theatre Centre's BMO Incubator (1115 Queen St W, Toronto), with a special guest comic opening each night. Daniel Stolfi is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, writer, and producer from Toronto, Canada. He is a graduate of the University of Guelph's Theatre Program, the Second City Conservatory Program in Toronto, and has studied comedy with the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York City. He has been performing comedy for over 15 years and has released a comedy album titled, I'm Doing My Very Best. He and his creative partner, Jennifer De Lucia, are the co-founders of You & Me Entertainment, a production company that creates content for stage and screen. On screen, he has appeared in TV shows and films such as Suits, Titans, Kids in the Hall, and Alice Darling. Stolfi is also the author of the memoir, The Comedian vs Cancer, which is based on his experience with cancer at the age of 25.   Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan POd (Please Subscribe)

Sarah Cleveland is a versatile Canadian actress whose career continues to gain momentum through emotionally grounded performances and a dedication to meaningful storytelling. On September 20th, she will appear in the highly anticipated Lifetime movie The Girl Who Survived: The Alina Thompson Story, part of the network's Ripped From the Headlines series. Inspired by true events, the film follows a teenage girl who narrowly escapes a notorious serial killer in 1980s Los Angeles.  Known for her authenticity and compelling on-screen presence, Sarah earned the Best Lead Actress Award at the 2021 International Christian Film Festival for her role in A Father's Fight and headlined the Lifetime thriller My Husband's Worst Mistake. Her recent credits include lead roles in Her Husband's Double Life and the upcoming horror film Broken Bones, as well as appearances in SurrealEstate (SYFY/CTV), Trading Up Christmas, End of the Road, Sorry About The Demon, The Burning Season, and Grief Share. Beyond acting, Sarah is an accomplished storyteller behind the camera. She is developing her original series Love in All The Small Places, a project she wrote, produces, stars in, and directs, further establishing her as a creative force with a passion for nuanced, heartfelt narratives.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Shervin Kermani is an award winning Iranian-Canadian filmmaker whose films have been recognized at dozens of international festivals. His previous short films include Sofia which won Best Short at the Rome and Ojai film festivals. His short Eros was nominated for four Golden Sheaf Awards, and won Best Cinematography at the Future of Film Showcase. His short, Bibi's Dog is Dead, played at five Oscar Qualifying film festivals was nominated for Best Live Action Short Drama and won Best Performance in a Live Action Short Drama at the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards. Ramón Who Speaks to Ghosts, a haunting, poetic and warmly humorous meditation on loss, made it's world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Shervin under the mentorship of legendary director Werner Herzog, the evocative and deeply lyrical short was made during La Selva's third film accelerator on the island of La Palma, Spain. The accelerator paired 25 directors with 25 cinematographers to create short films responding to the aftermath of the 2021 Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption.  Ramón Who Speaks to Ghosts follows a quirky, endearing man wandering the island with his microphone, listening for ghosts. As he walks through scorched landscapes, the film paints a tender portrait of the quiet grief behind his strange obsession.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we talk with talented actor Stephen Tracy! Best known for his breakout role as Mr. Phillips in the critically acclaimed series Anne with an E, Stephen brought depth and quiet strength to his portrayal of a closeted schoolteacher navigating identity and acceptance in 1880s rural Canada. His performance became a fan favorite.   Stephen's range continued to impress as he stepped into the role of a cunning space pirate in Amazon Prime's hit series The Expanse. Shortly after, he joined the cast of CBS's medical drama Good Sam, turning what began as a two- episode guest spot into a season-long arc. Stephen is also known for his roles on Reign and Quantico. Upcoming, Stephen stars in Stealing the Sky, directed by Megan Follows, and appears in Apple TV+'s sci-fi thriller Invasion.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Harrison Browne is a filmmaker and author based out of Toronto. Prior to his career in film, he was a professional hockey player in the National Women's Hockey League (NWHL) and the first out transgender athlete in professional hockey. During his tenure in the NWHL he helped form the first ever transgender policy in professional sports. He was the appointed Inclusion Leader for the NWHL advisory board and special ambassador for the National Hockey League's Hockey is for Everyone initiative. Through his efforts, Harrison was recognized in 2016 by The Hockey News as one of hockey's 100 Top People of Power. Harrison is also the co-author, alongside his sister and investigative journalist Rachel Browne, of Let Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes (Beacon Press) out now. Harrison's brilliant short film PINK LIGHT premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.  Synopsis: Scott, a transman and ex pro hockey player, tries to reconnect with hockey, the sport he left behind to physically transition. But after a hit on the ice, a disoriented Scott is pulled to a moment in his past: a college frat party. As he re-lives the night through the youthful, naive eyes of his 18-year-old self, Scott begins to evaluate his hardened perspective on relationships, masculinity, and the sacrifices made to get to where he is now.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Nck Name is a Canadian actor, musician, and producer whose grounded performances and creative range have positioned him as an exciting talent to watch. Nck takes a major leap forward in his acting career as a key cast member in Adulthood, a comic neo-noir from actor-director Alex Winter (Bill & Ted, Zappa). The film made its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and features an ensemble cast led by Kaya Scodelario (Skins, Crawl) and Josh Gad (Frozen, The Book of Mormon).  Nck's onscreen credits span a wide range of genres and platforms. His television work includes appearances in Star Trek: Discovery, Netflix's The Madness, Brilliant Minds, Fellow Travellers, Murdoch Mysteries, Mayday, and the Emmy Award-winning  Odd Squad on Nickelodeon. His film roles include A Mother's Lie, I Won't Let You Go,  and Love & The Radio Star. His first lead performance, playing Michael Jackson in the U.S. networkdocu-drama Broke and Famous. What makes Nck's career especially distinctive is his equally accomplished background in music and sound. Before stepping fully into the world of acting, he enjoyed a successful run as a touring and studio musician, playing thousands of live shows across North America. He is known for his experimental live-looping performances using Ableton and multiple instruments, bringing music production into dynamic, layered stage experiences.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Richard Green is an American actor, director and musician with a career in voice over and film. He had a prominent role as the Magician, in David Lynch's Mulholland Drive and produced I Don't Know Jack, about the life and death of Eraserhead star Jack Nance. His feature directorial debut was for the film 7 Year ZigZag (told entirely in rhyme and original swing and jazz). Green has also had a substantial voice acting career, with his roles including Hugo Strange in The Batman and guest roles in Justice League, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Star Wars the Clone Wars, and Ben 10. Green is a singer-songwriter, with two albums and the feature film 7 Year ZigZag to his credit. His songs appeared in Burn Hollywood Burn and Strangers in Paradise. His credits as an actor include The West Wing, Hill Street Blues, St Elsewhere, Airwolf, China Beach, Melrose Place, and Chicago Hope. His production company Next Step Studios has produced commercial shorts as well as two feature films and the development of The Video Biography Company. I Know Catherine, the Log Lady is a 2025 American documentary film about the life of actress Catherine Coulson, best known for playing the Log Lady in Twin Peaks. The film is produced, edited, and directed by Richard. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)