Inside Of You With Michael Rosenbaum

Kumail Nanjiani (The Big Sick, Silicon Valley) joins us again on the podcast after several years to reflect on his career taking off with The Big Sick, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Welcome to Chippendales - along with the untenable anxiety that came with it. Kumail is really open about how he has misguided priorities after The Big Sick and why he was used to associating work with stress. We also talk about his friendship with Dave Bautista, disappointment with Eternals, and getting back into standup. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Katee Sackhoff (The Mandalorian, Battlestar Galactica) joins us on the pod this week for a wonderful conversation about learning to love yourself and avoiding things that validate your own insecurities. Katee has an open conversation about the survivor’s guilt she had with her thyroid cancer and the impact it had on her during Battlestar Galactica. We also talk about her dual voice and live action portrayal of Star Wars character Bo-Katan, the issues with contracts in the modern day of streaming, and happily being pigeon holed into roles for strong independent crazy women. Thank you to our sponsors:

Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer) joins us this week for our 300th episode. He was our first guest, so we couldn’t think of anybody more perfect for our 300th … We catch up on a lot with Welling - the rewards and challenges of fatherhood, his desire to be of service to others, and self reflections on his career to this point. We also get into stressful stories on set Smallville, his heart warming Keanu story, and resisting Brendan Fraser.  Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Michael Biehn (Tombstone, Aliens) joins us again this week, as promised - and he does not disappoint! Story on story on story… Michael addresses misconceptions with Tombstone, deadly experiences while filming The Abyss, alternative casting on The Terminator, and so much more that we couldn’t fit in his first appearance. There are great moments where Michael discusses the importance of protecting yourself as an actor, including a positive experience he had collaborating on his upcoming film The Red. We also talk about his run-in with Deniro, his love for Aliens, and suffering from JDD. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

❤️ Tom Ellis’ new film ‘Players’ comes out Valentines Day on Netflix (save the date!) Tom Ellis (Lucifer, Miranda) joins us this week to give his uniquely ironic experience in this industry - going from growing up in a family of baptist ministers to playing the lead in the hit series Lucifer. Tom talks about overcoming impostor syndrome while filming certain episodes and shares the crazy story of how a rogue tweet helped save the show from being cancelled. We also talk about adopting an American dialect, his background in theater with James McAvoy, and his issue with actors using social media. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

This week we’re joined by the band Dogstar with members Keanu Reeves, Robert Mailhouse and Bret Domrose. Make sure you check out their new album ‘Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees’ because we get into a lot of it this episode. The guys share their feelings coming back after decades of not performing together and the catalyst that brought the band back. We also get into the idea of nerves driving performance, horror-story gigs, and the therapeutic power of music. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Alan Ritchson (Reacher, Blue Mountain State) joins us again this week for an open an honest conversation about his current mental health coinciding with the industry validation and massive success of Reacher. Before Alan gets into the idea that he is more than just his work and his role on screen, he discusses the importance of focusing on now and showing yourself compassion - in relation to the difficult physique transformation he’s had to adopt. We also get into the pros and cons of his mania, our ability to connect through pain, and the pivots he’s had to make heading into Reacher Season 2. Thank you to our sponsors:

Jennifer Love Hewitt (Ghost Whisperer, 9-1-1) is back on the pod this week to share beautiful lessons from her late mother and how they’ve allowed her to navigate life with gratitude and a priority for passion (not obligation). Jennifer talks a lot about the Catch-22 in this industry when it comes to aging, along with her realization that she can ‘do no right’ in the public’s eye. We also get into tricks on set shooting dialogue for 9-1-1, anticipation for her Christmas movie era, and her daily challenge to stay present and unbothered. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Adrianne Palicki (Friday Night Lights, The Orville) joins us this week to discuss her experience in this industry - evolving from wanting to escape from Toledo to now wanting to avoid the incestuous nature of comparison within Los Angeles. Adrianne remembers her first big break on Smallville and why it was uncomfortable shooting a couple scenes in particular on the hit show. We also get into her love for being on one of the top 10 series of all time - Friday Night Lights, how she’s learned to find normal after being diagnosed with Celiac disease, and why The Orville became such a problem to film. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

David Krumholtz (Oppenheimer, Numbers) joins us this week to candidly share his experience overcoming thyroid cancer, the difficulties surrounding this disease while working in Hollywood, and how it was preceded by a nine month panic attack. Later, David talks about the validation he received from Christopher Nolan after landing a prominent role in Oppenheimer, his humbling first day on set, and a crazy story of how auditioning for this part evidently led to him becoming sober. We also talk The Santa Clause, pivoting on Numbers, and a horror story of a honeymoon. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Peter Facinelli (Twilight, Nurse Jackie) joins us this week to share the crazy experience of going from the lead actor to director in ON FIRE. Peter explores the importance of this new film in paying respect to first responders while also paving a way in the current film industry. We also talk about lessons learned through his tenure on Nurse Jackie, how his parents prioritize his happiness over fame, and the importance of flexibility in creative performance. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

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World famous new wave radio DJ Richard Blade joins us this week to share endless stories from his iconic career full of huge name drops. From Michael Jackson private events to being fed by Barbara Streisand to hitch hiking with Richard Branson… Richard Blade shared it all this week. He also opens up about his mistakes in life and how his dog saved him during one of the lowest points of his life. Hope you dig it. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Jamie-Lynn Sigler (The Sopranos, Not Today Pal) returns this week to share her cathartic breakdown and the work she’s done over the last five years to process her journey with MS. Jamie-Lynn talks about her move to Austin and how Rob Iler and she were adopted into the YMH Studios family. We also talk about her love for The Sopranos, the proper way to shush somebody, and asking for help when you need it most. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Candice King (The Vampire Diaries, After We Collided) joins us this week and is an open book - talking about her experience with the cast and crew of Vampire Diaries, how there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach with therapy, and the stress of shifting relationship dynamics like divorce. Candice shares stories about how the shows she’s been a part of have helped people during lulls in their lives and how a series can be that safe space for people. We also talk about curating your social media for positivity, not being afraid to show your flaws, and some totally not resentful closure on past flings. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Heather Langenkamp (A Nightmare on Elm Street, Dream Warriors) joins us this week to share her experience as one of the most iconic scream queens as Nancy in A Nightmare on Elm Street and what her opinion of horror as a genre has turned into. Heather opens up and shares her struggles losing a child to brain cancer, and why Mike Flanagan’s script in Midnight Club resonated so much with her at that time. We also talk about her sacrifice during the making of Dawn of the Dead, what it was like working with a young Johnny Depp, and how Wes Craven saved her multiple times in her career. Thank you to our sponsors:

Vincent D'Onofrio (Law & Order, Full Metal Jacket) joins us this week and opens up on his process of letting go on set, fully embracing the idea of failure in service of a better artistic performance. Vincent is candid about his decade long experience on Law & Order - from the burnout he suffered on set, to the disdain certain crew had for his choices in the role, to the gratitude he had for the actor it helped him become. We also talk about the intensity on set shooting Kubrick’s Full Metal Jacket, growing up introverted, and having to teach actors certain lessons. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Ryan Kelley (Teen Wolf) joins us this week and talks about his unique experience of growing up as a child actor with 14 siblings and hitting it big on one of MTV’s most successful series Teen Wolf. Seeing Ryan was a blast from the past - we open with him remembering guesting on Smallville and how it was his gateway into taking acting seriously. We also get into working with Clint Eastwood, how he keeps a purpose to avoid depression, and why he curbs expectations to avoid disappointment. Thank you to our sponsors:

Anthony LaPaglia (Empire Records, Without a Trace) joins us this week to share story after story from his incredible tenure in this industry and how he’s been able to sustain such a respected career. Anthony drops a bomb when he talks about his recent ‘induced coma,’ the visions he had coming out of it, and the positive changes it brought to his life. We get into a lot this week… like stories of standing up to Val Kilmer, the harsh pressures of being the eldest son in an Italian family, aspirations for professional soccer, chasing the EGOT, problems with directors on set, arrests during Empire Records, and a whole lot more. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside

Jamie Kennedy joins us this week to reflect on his tenured career making cult classics like Scream and Malibu’s Most Wanted, while pointing out how much the industry has changed and where he sees it devolving. Jamie was so open this week - he really got to us when he shared stories from his parents’ passing, the regrets he had throughout the process, and his advice on ‘cleaning your side of the street.’ We also talk about more Rotten Tomatoes conspiracies, his validation from Malibu’s Most Wanted, and the wild roller coaster of the Jamie Kennedy Experiment. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside