Best Danielle Ridley Podcasts (2026)

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The Alvin Ridley story: Murder or a misunderstood love story? 51:44

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12h ago51:44

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When a woman was found dead in her home in Ringgold, Georgia, police were baffled for two reasons. First, her husband’s story didn’t add up. And second — no one in town even knew she existed. In one of America’s strangest and most twisty true-crime stories, Michelle dives into the mysterious case of Alvin Ridley. Did he murder his wife, Virginia? H…

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Paul Giamtti and Holly Hunter, "Star Trek: Starfleet Academy" 6:26

18h ago6:26

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This week on the podcast, we’re boldly going into the next era of the Star Trek universe with Paul Giamatti and Holly Hunter, stars of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.Giamatti talks about undergoing a dramatic transformation to play a Klingon and what drew him to the expanding Star Trek mythos, while Hunter breaks down stepping into command as a Starf…

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The Forgotten Heroes of the Holocaust with Richard Hurowitz | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution 50:03

2d ago50:03

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What makes an ordinary person risk everything to save a stranger? Author and historian Richard Hurowitz joins the show to discuss his book, In the Garden of the Righteous: The Heroes Who Risked Their Lives to Save Jews During the Holocaust, which recounts the extraordinary men and women who took immense personal risks to aid people who were being h…

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Brenton Thwaites, "We Bury The Dead" 6:49

6d ago6:49

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Brenton Thwaites to discuss his latest film, We Bury the Dead, a haunting and emotionally driven story about loss, survival, and what it means to keep going when everything familiar has fallen away.Thwaites opens up about the emotional and physical demands of the role, how the film blends genre tension with…

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Daisy Ridley, "We Bury The Dead" 6:49

6d ago6:49

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Daisy Ridley to talk about her latest film, We Bury the Dead, a haunting and emotionally grounded exploration of grief, survival, and human connection. Ridley discusses what drew her to the project, how the film balances genre elements with deeply personal storytelling, and the emotional weight of portrayin…

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The Age of Aquarius 50:58

8d ago50:58

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Geordie and Michelle dive into the amorphous thing that is the Age of Aquarius. Geordie's research reveals conspiracy theories, Jungian shadow selves, archetypes, debates on whether the Age of Aquarius has even begun and humans merging with tech! So grab a brown lemonade and settle in as the duo chat about yin & yang, dental emergencies, telly recs…

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Cheryl Mckissack Daniel, "The Black Family That Built America" 17:29

14d ago17:29

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Business leader and trailblazer Cheryl McKissack Daniel joins the show to talk about the PBS docuseries The Black Family That Built America. We explore her family’s extraordinary legacy in construction, their impact on American history, and how her story continues to inspire future generations. The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore. A production…

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Jim Belushi and Thora Birch, "The Chronology of Water" 8:30

14d ago8:30

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The Chronology of Water is a 2025 biographical psychological drama film written for the screen, co-produced, and directed by Kristen Stewart in her feature film directorial debut, based on the 2011 book of the same name by Lidia Yuknavitch. It stars Imogen Poots as Yuknavitch, along with Thora Birch, Susannah Flood, Tom Sturridge, Kim Gordon, Micha…

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HAPPY 2026: Looking forward, looking back, astrological predictions, NUFORC stories & more! 1:05:20

15d ago1:05:20

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle look back at the year that was, look forward at what’s to come and lotsa stuff inbetween… Happy New Year, Eavesdroppers! We’ve got a bitsa extravaganza this week that’s as random as can be  What did you love about 2025? What was your favourite ep? Telly recs anyone? And is boundary sett…

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A VERY TWISTED CHRISTMAS: Superstitions, creepy clowns, stalked for 60 years and a YouTube Christmas murder 55:14

22d ago55:14

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle look at a couple of twisted Christmas cases in this Xmas Bitsa… It’s a Christmas Potluck and Geordie & Michelle are stuffing your stockings with festive madness and a custardy dollop of true-crime horror! This week, they unwrap the bizarre 2016 Worldwide Clown Panic, the jaw-dropping sto…

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Paul Feig, "The Housemaid" 10:21

22d ago10:21

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On this episode of The Collection, we sit down with Paul Feig to talk about comedy, craft, and a career built on character-first storytelling. From redefining ensemble comedy to balancing heart with humor, Feig reflects on his creative philosophy, the discipline behind directing, and why tone matters as much as punchlines. It’s a conversation about…

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Fran Drescher, "Marty Supreme" 21:29

22d ago21:29

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On this episode of The Collection, we’re joined by the iconic Fran Drescher to discuss her role in Marty Supreme and her return to the screen in a project that blends character, ambition, and sharp observation. Fran reflects on choosing roles at this stage of her career, working within a distinctive creative vision, and how comedy, authority, and h…

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Danny Gardner, "Disney's Beauty and the Beast" 22:36

22d ago22:36

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On this episode of The Collection, we sit down with Danny Gardner to talk about movement, performance, and his work on Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Danny shares what it takes to bring classic characters to life through choreography, the discipline behind the spectacle, and how storytelling lives not just in dialogue—but in motion. It’s a conversa…

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Diane Kruger, "Little Disasters" 13:41

23d ago13:41

13:41

When Jess takes her baby to hospital with an unexplained head injury, her close friend, A&E doctor Liz, makes the excruciating decision to call social services, igniting an explosive chain of events. The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore. A production of Gilmore Media LLC.© 2025 Gilmore Media LLC. All rights reserved. For inquiries, contact Brad…

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Alan Tudyk, "WondLa" 8:24

23d ago8:24

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Alan Wray Tudyk (/ˈtjuːdɪk/ TEW-dik;[1] born March 16, 1971)[2][3] is an American actor. His film work includes roles in 28 Days (2000), A Knight's Tale (2001), Firefly (2002), Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story (2004), voice and motion capture for Sonny in I, Robot (2004), and 3:10 to Yuma (2007). He starred in the black comedy horror film Tucker & …

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Jon Heder, "Tapawingo" 9:00

23d ago9:00

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Jonathan Joseph Heder is an American actor and producer who is best known for his portrayal of the awkward character Napoleon Dynamite in the 2004 comedy film. He won MTV Movie Awards for Breakthrough Male Performance and Best Musical Performance for his role, and also voiced the character in the animated series. The Collection is hosted by Brad Gi…

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Ed Burns and Connie Britton, "The Family McMullen" 8:46

23d ago8:46

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The Family McMullen is a 2025 American comedy-drama film written, produced, and directed by Edward Burns. It serves as the sequel to The Brothers McMullen (1995). Connie Britton, Burns and Michael McGlone reprise their roles from the first film, alongside Tracee Ellis Ross, Halston Sage, Juliana Canfield, Pico Alexander, and Brian d'Arcy James. The…

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Thomasin McKenzie and Ben Radcliffe, "Fackham Hall" 9:04

23d ago9:04

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Eric Noone begins a forbidden romance with Rose Davenport, the lady of the house at a posh English manor. When an unexpected murder occurs, Eric gets framed, leaving Rose and her family's future uncertain. Fackham Hall is a 2025 period slapstick comedy parody film[4] directed by Jim O'Hanlon and co-written by Jimmy Carr, Patrick Carr, and The Dawso…

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Jim O'Hanlon, "Fackham Hall" 8:43

23d ago8:43

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Eric Noone begins a forbidden romance with Rose Davenport, the lady of the house at a posh English manor. When an unexpected murder occurs, Eric gets framed, leaving Rose and her family's future uncertain. Fackham Hall is a 2025 period slapstick comedy parody film[4] directed by Jim O'Hanlon and co-written by Jimmy Carr, Patrick Carr, and The Dawso…

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John Tartaglia, "The First Snow at Fraggle Rock" 7:23

23d ago7:23

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The First Snow of Fraggle Rock is a holiday special that premiered globally on on December 5, 2025. The special is part of the modern reboot series, Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock, produced by . The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore. A production of Gilmore Media LLC.© 2025 Gilmore Media LLC. All rights reserved. For inquiries, contact Brad at b…

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Gobo, "The First Snow at Fraggle Rock" 6:09

23d ago6:09

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The First Snow at Fraggle Rock is a recent holiday special (released December 5, 2025) in which Gobo plays a central role as his writer's block threatens the Fraggles' holiday traditions. The special is available to stream on Apple TV The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore. A production of Gilmore Media LLC.© 2025 Gilmore Media LLC. All rights re…

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Mark Malkoff, "Love Johnny Carson: One Obsessive Fan's Journey to Find the Genius Behind the Legend" 15:15

23d ago15:15

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A wildly entertaining book by one of the world’s most obsessed and informed fans of TV icon Johnny Carson, setting the record straight on Carson's legacy and shining light on the personality behind the legendary comedian and talk show host Over the course of his thirty-year career hosting The Tonight Show, Johnny Carson appeared on some 4,500 broad…

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Jade Cargill, "WWE Wrestlemania" 10:45

23d ago10:45

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On this episode of The Collection, we turn our focus to Jade Cargill and her arrival on wrestling’s biggest stage, WWE WrestleMania. From her undeniable presence and physical dominance to the expectations that come with being positioned as a generational star, we examine what WrestleMania represents for Jade at this moment in her career. This is a …

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Laura Dern and WIll Arnett, "Is This Thing On?" 8:28

26d ago8:28

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Will Arnett and Laura Dern to talk about Is This Thing On?, the 2025 comedy-drama directed by Bradley Cooper.Arnett and Dern discuss playing a couple navigating an amicable divorce while learning how to redefine themselves as individuals and co-parents. The conversation explores how humor becomes a coping m…

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LOST & FOUND: What happened to Philip Taylor Kramer? Plus the solved cold case of Linda Pagano 59:59

29d ago59:59

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle look at two Ohio cases that are very, very different… Philip Taylor Kramer was not only the former bassist for Iron Butterfly but a tech entrepreneur, an inventor and science genius. He also vanished under mysterious circumstances in 1995 after a series of strange phone calls and cryptic…

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Mads Mikkelsen and Bryan Fuller, "Dust Bunny" 7:19

29d ago7:19

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Mads Mikkelsen and visionary creator Bryan Fuller to talk about Dust Bunny, a haunting new film that blends psychological tension with striking visual storytelling.Mikkelsen and Fuller dive into the film’s unsettling atmosphere, the collaboration between actor and director, and how Dust Bunny explores fear,…

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Tracee Ellis Ross & Juliana Canfield, "The Family McMullen" 10:58

29d ago10:58

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This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Tracee Ellis Ross and Juliana Canfield to talk about The Family McMullen, a heartfelt new project that explores generational bonds, identity, and the complicated dynamics that hold families together. Ross and Canfield discuss bringing authenticity to their performances, navigating layered family relationshi…

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RE-HASH MASH UP: Privacy & hacking revisited, plus the Daniel Morgan case 1:01:11

1M ago1:01:11

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, it's a re-hash mash-up where Geordie & Michelle look at the bugbear of privacy infringement and bent coppers... What are your thoughts on the way the world has simply given up on the idea of privacy? Does it worry you? Or have you embraced it because it's just the way it is? This week, Geordie & Michelle h…

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The Statecraft of Franklin D. Roosevelt with Historian David Kennedy | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution 56:50

1M ago56:50

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Historian David Kennedy looks at Franklin D. Roosevelt’s leadership by exploring how he guided the United States through the twin upheavals of the Great Depression and World War II. Kennedy explains how FDR reshaped federal power, responded to mass economic hardship, and slowly steered a largely isolationist nation toward global responsibility. The…

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DODGY LADIES: The Black Widow Granny, plus The Black Widow of Sussex, Deana Thompson 57:17

1M ago57:17

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle look at two Black Widows... Betty Neumar, dubbed the "Black Widow Granny," was a seemingly ordinary woman - except for the fact that all five of her husbands were dead. When Police began investigating exactly how her husbands died, the details were sketchy. With little evidence and a lot…

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Katherine Devlin & Nathan Braniff, "Blue Lights" 12:36

2M ago12:36

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In this episode, Brad is joined by the breakout stars of the hit Blue Lights, Katherine Devlin and Nathan Braniff. The duo opens up about the intense, human, and often unexpectedly funny world of portraying rookie police officers navigating the complexities of modern Belfast.Brad, Katherine, and Nathan dive into the emotional weight of the series, …

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Nikki Sixx, "Mötley Crüe" 11:54

2M ago11:54

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On this episode, Brad sits down with rock legend Nikki Sixx for an electrifying, wide-open conversation about all things Mötley Crüe — past, present, and the massive comeback ahead. Nikki talks about the band’s evolution, their renewed energy, and what fans can expect as they gear up for their huge 2026 return to the stage.Brad and Nikki dig into t…

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Shelley Herman, "My Peacock Life" 12:11

2M ago12:11

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My Peacock Tale: Secrets Of An NBC Page is a memoir by Shelley Herman about her time as an NBC Page in the 1970s. The book shares insider stories about celebrity encounters, the unique culture of the Page program, and the challenges of working in the entertainment industry, including instances of sexual harassment. It offers a behind-the-scenes loo…

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Benedict Cumberbatch, "The Thing with Feathers" 7:55

2M ago7:55

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In this episode, Brad sits down with the always-brilliant Benedict Cumberbatch to talk about his powerful new film, The Thing with Feathers. Cumberbatch opens up about the emotional depth of the role, the story’s themes of resilience and connection, and why this project felt both challenging and transformative.Brad and Benedict dig into the film’s …

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Joseph Kosinski, "F1: The Movie" 6:53

2M ago6:53

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In this episode, Brad sits down with visionary director Joseph Kosinski to talk all things F1: The Movie, the high-octane new racing film starring Brad Pitt. Kosinski breaks down how he brought the adrenaline of real Formula One racing to the screen, from designing groundbreaking camera rigs to capturing the raw speed, danger, and beauty of the spo…

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Alex Woo, "In Your Dreams" 7:40

2M ago7:40

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Alex Woo is an American animator, filmmaker, and the founder and CEO of Kuku Studios, an independent animation studio. Woo has contributed to several acclaimed animated films and television series, including The Venture Bros., Ratatouille, WALL-E, Cars 2, The Good Dinosaur, Finding Dory, Incredibles 2, and Go! Go! The Collection is hosted by Brad G…

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Gary Cole, "A Man on the Inside" 20:08

2M ago20:08

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On this episode, Brad sits down with the legendary Gary Cole for a warm, funny, and wide-ranging conversation celebrating his new Netflix series, A Man on the Inside, co-starring Ted Danson. Gary gives us a peek behind the curtain of the show’s quirky spy-comedy tone, what it’s like working with Danson, and why this project feels like a perfect ble…

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Stephen Shimek, "Murder at the Embassy" 12:46

2M ago12:46

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In this episode, we sit down with filmmaker Stephen Shimek to unpack the intrigue, tension, and creative craftsmanship behind his new thriller, Murder at the Embassy. Shimek takes us inside the walls of international diplomacy gone wrong, where a shocking killing sets off a labyrinth of secrets, shifting alliances, and political danger. We discuss …

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LIFE AFTER LIFE: Can cryonics really help you live forever? Plus Venia Hill’s near-death experience 58:58

2M ago58:58

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle ponder life and death... Would you want to be cryogenically frozen and brought back to life in the future? How about freezing a beloved pet? Or just your brain? It sounds kind of great if you think about it in the abstract, but this week, Geordie dives into the practical ins and outs of …

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Marilyn Fu, "Rosemead" 13:15

2M ago13:15

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Screenwriter and playwright Marilyn Fu turns her intimate, character-driven lens on suburban California in Rosemead, a quietly powerful drama about identity, community, and the echoes of family history. Set in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley, the film follows a young woman caught between the expectations of her immigrant upbringing and the life…

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PSY DICKS: Psychic investigator Christine Holohan and the Jacqueline Poole case, plus Benjamin Radford, psychic debunker! 58:08

2M ago58:08

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle discuss psychic detectives... In 1983, 25-year-old Jacqueline Poole from west London was murdered in her home. Just streets away, a woman called Christine Holohan contacted police shortly after the crime, claiming to have received psychic visions about the killer, the victim and the scen…

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Danny Trejo, “Mysteries Unearthed” 6:11

2M ago6:11

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Brad Gilmore sits down with the legendary Danny Trejo to talk about his new History Channel series, Mysteries Unearthed — a fascinating deep dive into some of the world’s most incredible discoveries, ancient secrets, and the stories that shaped humanity.Trejo shares why he’s always been drawn to history, what surprised him most while filming the se…

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Rebecca Wisocky, "Ghosts" 25:13

2M ago25:13

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Brad Gilmore welcomes Rebecca Wisocky to The Collection to talk about her hit CBS comedy series Ghosts, where she stars as Hetty Woodstone — the sharp-tongued, unapologetically old-fashioned lady of the manor who keeps the afterlife entertaining. Rebecca shares what makes Ghosts such a heartfelt and hilarious ensemble show, the joy of playing a 19t…

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Mindy Cohn & Amber Chardae Robinson, "Palm Royale" 7:25

2M ago7:25

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his week, we’re joined by the delightful Mindy Cohn (The Facts of Life, Velma) and the magnetic Amber Chardae Robinson (Lovecraft Country, Daisy Jones & The Six) — two of the breakout stars from Abe Sylvia’s hit Apple TV+ comedy, Palm Royale.Set against the sun-soaked opulence of late-1960s Palm Beach, Palm Royale is a world of couture, cocktails, …

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Luke Greenfield, "Playdate" 8:29

2M ago8:29

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Brad Gilmore sits down with filmmaker Luke Greenfield (The Girl Next Door, Let’s Be Cops) to talk about his new action-comedy Playdate, starring Kevin James, Alan Ritchson, and Isla Fisher.Greenfield shares how the movie pays homage to classic ‘80s buddy comedies like Beverly Hills Cop and Midnight Run, the balance between heart and humor, and what…

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Madison Bailey, Katy O’Brian & Matteo Lane, “Maintenance Required” 7:33

2M ago7:33

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Brad Gilmore welcomes Madison Bailey, Katy O’Brian, and Matteo Lane to talk about their new film, Maintenance Required — a wild, stylish ride that blends action, attitude, and sharp comedy.The trio share behind-the-scenes stories from set, discuss what drew them to the project, and reveal how their characters bring both heart and humor to this unpr…

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Jacob Scipio and Madelaine Petsch, "Maintenance Required" 7:33

2M ago7:33

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In this episode, Brad Gilmore sits down with Jacob Scipio and Madelaine Petsch to talk about their new film, Maintenance Required. The duo opens up about the chemistry that drives the story, their favorite moments on set, and what it was like bringing this unpredictable film to life. Expect behind-the-scenes insights, laughs, and a few surprises fr…

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Abe Sylvia, "Palm Royale" 8:10

2M ago8:10

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This week, we’re joined by Emmy-nominated writer, producer, and showrunner Abe Sylvia (George & Tammy, The Eyes of Tammy Faye) to talk about his dazzling Apple TV+ comedy, Palm Royale.Set in 1969 Palm Beach, Palm Royale follows the ambitious and endlessly charming Maxine Simmons — played by Kristen Wiig — as she schemes her way into the most exclus…

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I KNOW WHAT I SAW: The Finnish UFO encounter, plus The Sandown Clown 1:01:03

2M ago1:01:03

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This week on Eavesdroppin’ comedy podcast, Geordie & Michelle ponder aliens, clowns and UFOs... On a cloudless afternoon in southern Finland in 1970, two skiers stopped to take a break and saw strange lights in the sky. Then they saw a space craft. Then they saw aliens in cute outfits. Then… well, you’ll have to listen if you want to know what happ…

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Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys, "The Beast In Me" 7:55

2M ago7:55

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Brad Gilmore sits down with Claire Danes and Matthew Rhys to discuss their haunting new drama The Beast in Me. The two Emmy-winning actors open up about stepping into a story that blurs the lines between love, obsession, and identity — and what it means to confront the darker sides of human nature. Together, they unpack the show’s psychological lay…