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Thu, Apr 25, 2024
In this engaging episode of "The Discovery Pod With Eve," host Eve Richards and cohost Melissa Niece Smith welcome Sean Kanan, a multifaceted American actor, producer, author, chef, and motivational speaker, famously known for his role as Mike Barnes in "The Karate Kid Part III." Sean Kanan shares his journey from starting karate training under Shotokan master William Stoner to landing the pivotal antagonist role against Ralph Macchio's Daniel LaRusso. He further honed his skills in Shito-ryu with Fumio Demuro and with stunt coordinator Tang Soo Master Pat E. Johnson, which prepared him well for the demands of the role. The conversation delves into Kanan's diverse career, including his role in the Fox television series "The Outsiders," executive produced by Francis Ford Coppola, and his portrayal of A.J. Quartermaine on the ABC soap opera "General Hospital," for which he received a nomination from Soap Opera Digest in the Outstanding Newcomer category. Kanan discusses his personal struggles and triumphs, notably his sobriety journey and how he overcame the challenges of 2020. He talks about his life in Rome, his fluency in Italian, and his literary endeavors, including his book "The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan," which offers recipes and tips on etiquette and entertaining. In this episode, Kanan shares insights on his acting career, his experience reprising the role of Mike Barnes in "Cobra Kai," and his new ventures as a producer. He provides advice for aspiring actors, highlights the importance of mentorship, and reflects on his inspirations and journey in the film industry. Listeners will also hear about the three people Kanan would choose to have dinner with and much more. Tune in for an inspiring and informative discussion.
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Thu, May 16, 2024
Eve Richards and co-host for this episode Melissa Smith as they sit down with Rico Elliott Anderson, a seasoned actor with over 90 television series, movies, and commercials under his belt. Rico shares insights on his journey in the film industry, from his founding role in the African American Shakespeare Company to his diverse TV appearances. Listen in as Rico discusses his approach to acting, his thoughts on success and resilience, and much more. Tune in now for a captivating conversation with Rico Elliott Anderson.
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Thu, May 23, 2024
The Discovery Pod With Eve, host Eve Richards and co-host for this episode Tony Blass are joined by the award-winning British journalist Sandro Monetti. As CNN's Royal Correspondent and BBC's leading British entertainment journalist based in LA, Sandro has interviewed Hollywood's biggest names from George Clooney to Lady Gaga. In this episode, Sandro shares his deepest thoughts on his school magazine, what he felt like living close to Marilynne Monroe, how Marilynne and Sinatra got together, Marilynne's Game Monopoly, what is best for him (Covering celebrities or royals), what people don't know about Princess Diana, the real story of the palace behind Princess Diana's death and his thoughts on the interview with Hary and Meagan on Oprah. Sandro Monetti goes on further and sheds more light on how he kissed Madonna, the worst question he ever asked in his career, peeing on Samuel L. Jackson, the awards that surprised him, about Miserable Lesbians, his upcoming project on Hary and Meagan, if there is another season of "The Crown," Royal Society of St George, king Charles' concerns and who Sandro would have dinner with and why. Listen to the podcast for more.