Best Preston Ellis Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 366 - Emmy nominations! Hacks vs The Studio? The Pitt vs Severance? Analysis with Mark Ellis from Rotten Tomatoes. 46:07

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Comedian Mark Ellis from ROTTEN TOMATOES returns for Emmy nominations talk with Mase & Sue. They discuss snubs, sleepers and shoo-ins. Will the youngest male actor and oldest female actor make history? Can Jeremy Allen White’s winning streak be broken? Who are the front-runners in Best Comedy, Best Drama ad Best Limited Series? And what series take…

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Episode 365 - 100% AMERICAN FAMILY co-creator Pam Brady plus F1: THE MOVIE, THE PITT and POOP CRUISE 55:21

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Mase & Sue review F1: THE MOVIE, THE PITT and the notorious Netflix documentary – TRAINWRECK: POOP CRUISE. Plus, writer/producer Pam Brady talks about the Amazon Prime post-911 animated series #1 HAPPY FAMILY USA she co-created with actor/comedian Ramy Youssef, being on the ground floor of Comedy Central’s iconic SOUTH PARK, working alongside Trey …

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Tom Holland 28:37

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Presented by James Naughtie, Bookclub speaks to the award-winning writer, historian, and podcaster, Tom Holland, about his book Rubicon, which looks at the triumph and tragedy of the Roman Republic. Originally published in 2003, the book won the PEN Hessell-Tiltman prize for non-fiction, and it unravels the myths and realities of ancient Rome as it…

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Episode 364 - Mission Impossible star Greg Tarzan Davis plus a recap of Seth Rogen’s The Studio 57:15

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Mase & Sue discuss their favorite episodes of Seth Rogen’s THE STUDIO and the biggest pop culture moments of the 21st century…so far. Plus, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: THE FINAL RECKONING star Greg Tarzan Davis talks about his trip from high school teacher to movie star, working with Tom Cruise on multiple films, the realism that comes with practical stunt…

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Episode 363 - Mission Impossible, The Last of Us, & Criminal Minds star Joe Mantegna. 59:08

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Mase & Sue review MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING, and THE LAST OF US Season 2 finale. Plus, Tony Award winning actor Joe Mantegna talks about his role in the original Broadway production of GLENGARRY GLEN ROSS, David Mamet’s distinctive writing style, 19 seasons portraying David Rossi in CRIMINAL MINDS, and his fellow Chicagoan, Pope Leo…

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Joanne Harris: Chocolat 28:35

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Led by presenter James Naughtie, the writer Joanne Harris takes questions from a BBC Bookclub audience on her best-selling novel, Chocolat. Published in 1999, the book follows the character of Vianne Rocher, a chocolate-maker and sometime witch, who arrives in the village of Lansquenet-sous-Tannes with her six-year-old daughter Anouk at the beginni…

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Episode 362 - Luigi: The Musical, Stars with Plastic Surgery & creators of The Four Seasons. 39:52

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Luigi: The musical. What??? And Jamie Lee Curtis’ big cosmetic surgery regret. Plus, 30 ROCK alums Lang Fisher and Tracey Wigfield talk about showrunning with Tina Fey on their new Netflix series THE FOUR SEASONS, the stellar cast, writing staff and why an homage to the original Alan Alda film. 00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message 00:39 Welc…

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Episode 361 - “Sinners,” “Righteous Gemstones” & comedy legend Carol Leifer. 55:32

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Mase & Sue talk about Ryan Coogler’s musical horror film SINNERS plus the finale of HBO’S hilarious THE RIGHTEOUS GEMSTONES. Then, comedian/writer Carol Leifer talks comedy condos, HACKS, SEINFELD, CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM, and her new book, HOW TO WRITE A FUNNY SPEECH. 00:00 Introduction and Jacob Emrani Message 00:39 Welcome to the Culture Pop Podcas…

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Natalie Haynes 28:41

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Led by presenter James Naughtie, a BBC Bookclub audience in Glasgow speaks to the author Natalie Haynes about her 2019 novel - A Thousand Ships - which retells the ancient Greek myths from a woman's perspective. Penelope, Clytemnestra, Andromache and Cassandra among others, all make appearances, but their stories are given a new voice and a fresh e…

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Episode 360 - “The Last of Us,” “The Studio” plus Carrie Preston from “Elsbeth." 55:20

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Mase and Sue talk about some of the buzziest shows on TV. They talk about Episode 3 of THE LAST OF US, the Netflix series ADOLESCENCE and Seth Rogen in THE STUDIO. Also, Carrie Preston talks about her latest project ELSBETH, featuring the character she created 16 years ago on THE GOOD WIFE. They discuss the inside skinny of her quirky character, th…

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Episode 359 - The Eagles at Sphere, must-see Broadway shows & actor Paul Guilfoyle talks “Any Day Now." 1:08:02

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Mase & Sue discuss some must see Broadway shows, The Eagles at The Sphere, a wedding in St. Petersburg, Salvatore Dali, and an incident in a LYFT. Plus, Paul Guilfoyle chats about his new oddball art heist film, ANY DAY NOW, The Actor’s Studio, working with Al Pacino, Curtis Hanson’s directing style, and his long run on CSI. 00:00 Introduction and …

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Michel Faber 28:26

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This month BBC Radio 4's Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the writer Michel Faber about his debut novel, Under the Skin. Published in the year 2000 by Canongate it went on to be shortlisted for the Whitbread Award that same year. The book follows the female protagonist of Isserley who roves the A9 in the Scottish Highlands looking t…

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Episode 358 - Mase’s 60th Birthday, “White Lotus” Episode 6 and Jesse L. Martin from “The Irrational." 1:01:21

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Mase & Sue chat about Mase’s 60th Birthday Bash, the latest episode of THE WHITE LOTUS, and Jennifer Lopez’s odd new crush. Plus, Jesse L Martin discusses the science behind his gig on HULU’S hit crime drama, THE IRRATIONAL, how its bled into his real life, and landing a career defining role in the original cast of Jonathan Larson’s iconic Broadway…

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Episode 357 - All-time great performances by a female actor plus Jon Beavers from “Paradise." 1:06:13

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Mase & Sue honor 𝐖𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍’𝐒 𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇 by discussing their top five performances by a female actor in film history. Plus, Jon Beavers chats about the twists and turns of HULU’s hit political thriller, 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐄, working alongside Kevin Costner in the epic western 𝐇𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐙𝐎𝐍: 𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐒𝐀𝐆𝐀, and his unique approach to locking into his character. Also,…

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Episode 356 - Oscars reaction plus “Paradise” star Krys Marshall 59:22

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Mase & Sue discuss the OSCARS – Conan’s performance, favorite moments, and Mikey Madison’s bracket busting best actress win over Hollywood legend, Demi Moore. Plus, Krys Marshall talks about her role as agent Robinson in HULU’s hit political thriller, PARADISE, embracing a polarizing character, the depth of creator Dan Fogelman’s writing, and would…

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Christopher Brookmyre 28:46

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This month, Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the author Christopher Brookmyre, as he takes questions from a live BBC audience about his debut novel, Quite Ugly One Morning. The book is a pacey crime thriller, not so much a 'whodunnit', as a 'whydunnit', and it introduces us to the wily, wise-cracking journalist Jack Parlabane - a ch…

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Episode 355 - Win your Oscar pool. Mark Ellis of Rotten Tomatoes joins & we give you the winners! 42:40

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Do you want to win your office OSCARS pool? CULTURE POP PODCAST fave - comedian & ROTTEN TOMATOES host Mark Ellis joins Mase & Sue as they give some savvy advice based on something, nothing, and everything in between. Plus, the stellar writing staff, and what to expect from first time master of ceremonies Conan O’Brien on Hollywood’s biggest night.…

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Episode 354 - Greatest television performances of the 2000’s plus Mayan Lopez from “Lopez vs Lopez." 1:13:33

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Mase & Sue’s take on the rise of AI, a sauna debacle, and Variety’s top 100 TV performances of the 21st century. Plus, Mayan Lopez, from NBC’s LOPEZ VS LOPEZ discusses the dynamic of working with her famous dad, how it’s healed their relationship, and the challenge of turning real life serious subject matter into comedy. 00:00 Introduction and Jaco…

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📺 The very funny Mayan Lopez talks about working with her Dad on “Lopez vs Lopez." 1:11

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📺 The very funny Mayan Lopez talks about working with her Dad on “Lopez vs Lopez."The episode is out today at 10 AM PST.

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Episode 353 - “St. Denis Medical” star Wendi McLendon-Covey & 10 favorite movies of 2024 1:01:20

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Mase & Sue give their picks for favorite 2024 films. Some Oscar nominated, some not, and some off your radar. Plus, Wendi McLendon-Covey chats about her role in the hilarious NBC mockumentary series,𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐒 𝐌𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐋, her improv years with 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒, how 𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐎 𝟗𝟏𝟏 put her on the comedy map, a decade on 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐆𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐁𝐄𝐑𝐆𝐒 and being cast in one of the…

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📺 The always funny Wendi McLendon-Covey talks about her hit comedy St. Denis Medical.👀 0:55

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📺 The always funny Wendi McLendon-Covey talks about her hit comedy St. Denis Medical.👀Out today at 10 AM PST!

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Episode 352 - Richard Rushfield on building “The Ankler” and how to “Save the Oscars." 46:19

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Mase & Sue give their Super Bowl picks and entertainment journalist Richard Rushfield talks about the beginnings of his candid, insightful industry newsletter, 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐋𝐄𝐑, a show biz must-read. They discuss how to save the 𝐎𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐒, the absence of many A-list stars in attendance, the top nominated film contenders, the increasing use of AI, and whethe…

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Richard Rushfield on creating The Ankler & how to save the Oscars.🎬 0:57

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Richard Rushfield on creating The Ankler & how to save the Oscars.🎬 The episode is out today at 8 AM PST

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Sara Collins 28:49

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This month, BBC Bookclub, presented by James Naughtie, speaks to the writer Sara Collins, as she takes questions from a live audience about her award-winning debut novel, The Confessions of Frannie Langton. Sara was the Costa Book Awards First Novel Winner in 2019. She has also adapted the book for television. Producer: Dom HowellEditor: Gillian Wh…

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Episode 351 - Grammys preview & “No Good Deed” star O-T Fagbenle 58:11

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CULTURE POP PODCAST fan Jamie Beth, making her first appearance as a music critic, joins Mase & Sue to discuss 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, picks for winners, and the list of slated performers. Plus, O-T Fagbenle chats about his roles in 𝐍𝐎 𝐆𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐃𝐄𝐄𝐃, 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐃’𝐒 𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐄, 𝐌𝐀𝐗𝐗𝐗, 𝐁𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐖𝐈𝐃𝐎𝐖, being part of the 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞, and finding the perfect American ac…

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📺 Actor O-T Fagbenle talks about his Netflix hit No Good Deed and the final season of Handmaid's Tale 👀 0:51

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The episode is out today at 8 AM PST.

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Episode 350 - SNL Alum Bobby Moynihan and thoughts on Nicole Kidman in “Babygirl." 59:02

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Mase & Sue chat about 2024 at the movie box office numbers, talk about the shortage of truly original films in the market, and review Nicole Kidman’s latest, BABYGIRL. Plus, Bobby Moynihan talks about his role on the HULU animated series THE BRAVEST KNIGHT. They also discuss his prolific voice over career, getting cast on SNL, the inspiration for h…

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📺 SNL Alum Bobby Moynihan talks about “The Bravest Knight”⚔️ & playing Drunk Uncle!🤪 0:55

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📺 SNL Alum Bobby Moynihan talks about “The Bravest Knight”⚔️ & playing Drunk Uncle!🤪The episode goes live today at 10 AM PST