Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

Ben Milliken talks about his new movie "Mighty Oak"

Ben Milliken joins host Elias on the podcast. Ben Milliken executive produced and stars in Paramount’s Mighty Oak, alongside Janel Parish, Raven-Symoné, Alexa PenaVega, and Carlos PenaVega. Ben plays the comedic British drummer, ‘Darby.’ The producers describe the film as a dramedy in the vein of “Wonder” and “A Dog’s Purpose” set in San Diego’s Ocean Beach music scene. 
Ben is known for his role as ‘Carter’ in season 5 of Amazon Prime's “Bosch” and ‘Tim’ in Blue Crush 2. He also directed the feature film Lake Alice, which starred Brando Eaton and screened at Sundance in 2017. Ben was born in Manchester, England but grew up on Sydney’s Northern beaches. He was also an amateur boxer for ten years.
You can find Ben on Twitter @BenMillikenTweets & Instagram @Ben.Milliken
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Stephen Huszar talks Hallmark's "Ruby Herring Mysteries"

Actor Stephen Huszar from Hallmark's "Ruby Herring Mysteries" joins host Elias on the podcast. Ruby Herring Mysteries: Her Last Breath” follows Ruby Herring (Taylor Cole) and Detective Jake Killian, play by Huszar, who investigate a suspicious fatal car accident. They solve the case, only to find new evidence that casts doubt on their first conclusion. The TV movie is the sequel to “Ruby Herring Mysteries: Silent Witness”, which Huszar also starred in, and is currently airing on the Hallmark Channel.
Stephen is a Canadian film and television actor from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Based in Toronto, Ontario, Huszar began his screen career in 2004 with a role in "The Cradle Will Fall". Quickly he built a list of supporting roles in made-for-television films during the mid-2000s. During the late 2000s, Huszar found recurring work on the series "Paradise Falls" and "Corner Gas". He also had the good fortune to appear in one of CW's longest-running series “Smallville". During the 2010s, Huszar appeared in the direct-to-video horror sequel "30 Days of Night: Dark Days", followed by work in "Time after Time", "Faces in the Crowd", “InSayshable” and continued television work on series including "Cashing In", “Fringe", “Continuum", and “Supernatural". Huszar also brought one of DC Comics' supervillains to the screen with his performance as ‘Plunder' in the series The CW’s "The Flash". Huszar went on to act in the series “Letterkenny” and the holiday TV movies "Magical Christmas Ornaments" and "Christmas Wedding Planner".
You can find Stephen on Twitter @StephenHuszar & Instagram @StephenHuszar
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Hallea Jones talks about playing Eden on Netflix's "Locke & Key"

Hallea Jones joins host Elias on the podcast. Currently, Hallea can be seen in her first big breakout role on Locke & Key based on the comic book series created by Joe Hill. Hallea plays the character of Eden Hawkins, the quick-witted, confident and outspoken Queen Bee of the town.
Outside of acting, Hallea's other passion lies in music. In the past year, she has written over 40 songs and produced 10 with local artists in Toronto. She is also currently working on an album with producer and musician Gabriel Pick and her brother Kai (Austin) Jones set to make its debut in 2021.
You can find Hallea on Twitter @HalleaJones & Instagram @HalleaJones
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Kevin Bigley talks about playing Luke in Amazon's "Upload", his new book "Comaville, and more.

Kevin Bigley joins host Elias on the podcast. 
Kevin is an actor and writer living in Los Angeles and working in Hollywood. He plays Luke in his latest TV role on Amazon's Upload. Kevin recently debuted his novel "Comaville" as well. 
I had a nice chat with Kevin about his career in acting and writing, his role on "Upload" and more. 
You can find Kevin on Twitter @kevinbigley & Instagram @kevinwbigley
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Gino Cafarelli talks about his role on "Capone"

Actor Gino Cafarelli joins host Elias on the podcast. Gino can be seen in Capone, opposite Tom Hardy. Gino plays “Gino’, Capone’s right-hand man and enforcer who was with him for 25 years and takes care of him when he retreats to Miami with his family to spend his last days. 
Gino was also recently seen as ‘Mayor Frank Rizzo’ in The Irishman opposite Robert DeNiro and Joe Pesci.
We talk about his role in Capone, career, and his new children's book.
You can find Gino on Instagram @GinoCafarelli
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Michael Musi Netflix's "Kim's Convenience"

Michael Musi from Netflix's "Kim's Convenience" joins host Elias on the podcast. We talk about him playing Terrance on the show, theater work, career, growing up in Canada & more. 
You can find Michael on Twitter michaelmusi & Instagram @michaelmusi
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Siobhan Dillon talks about her new album “Siobhan Dillon - One Voice", acting & more

After her own successful battle with cancer, West End star Siobhan Dillon (Netflix’s “Grace and Frankie”) has released her personal new album “Siobhan Dillon - One Voice” (produced by Steve Anderson who is also the producer/musical director for Kylie Minogue) with proceeds going to Breast Cancer Haven charity in the UK.
Now residing in Southern California, this English actress/singer West End credits include playing ‘Sandy’ in GREASE at the Piccadilly Theatre, ‘Vivienne Kensington’ in LEGALLY BLONDE at Savoy Theatre, ‘Sally Bowles’ in CABARET, ‘Molly’ in GHOST THE MUSICAL at the Piccadilly Theatre, ‘Ellen’ in MISS SAIGON, and ‘Betty Schaefer’ in SUNSET BOULEVARD (alongside Glenn Close) with the English National Opera & reprised this role at the Palace Theatre in NYC.
You can find Siobhan on Twitter siobhandillonuk & Instagram @SiobhanDillonOfficial
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Daya Vaidya talks about playing Jen Kowski on Amazon's "Bosch"

Daya Vaidya from Amazon's "Bosch" joins host Elias on the podcast. Daya joined the cast in season 2 and instantly became a fan favorite as the Chief of Staff to the Mayor of Los Angeles, Hector Ramos. 
Aside from “Bosch,” Daya has appeared in critically acclaimed projects in film and television over the years, including a series regular role on the CBS hit “Unforgettable” where she starred as the savvy, street smart Nina Inara. Additional credits include: “Major Crimes,” “Castle,” “Twisted,” “Two and a Half Men,” and “Dexter.”
We talk about her career, playing political shark Jen Kowski on Bosch, & more.
You can find Daya on Twitter @DayaVaidya & Instagram @DayaVaidya
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Jamie Kennedy talks about his new Comedy Special "Stoopid Smart", career & more.

Comedian/Actor Jamie Kennedy joins host Elias on the podcast.
We talk about his new stand-up comedy special Jamie Kennedy : Stoopid Smart which premiered on Tubi TV, exclusive and free, May 25.
Kennedy, a multi-talented comedian-actor-writer-producer, is a true hyphenate. He may be seen acting in a film one minute and on stage doing stand-up the next. Kennedy skyrocketed to fame with a groundbreaking performance and scene-stealing rants in Wes Craven's “Scream” and “Scream 2”.
In 2002, Kennedy triumphed on The CW (formerly The WB) when he created the hit show "The Jamie Kennedy Experiment.” Kennedy has also appeared in a number of other films & series including “Kickin’ It Old School”, “Malibu’s Most Wanted” We talk about his special, career, and more.
 
You can find Jamie on Twitter @JamieKennedy Instagram @thejamiekennedy
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Ron Funches talks "Trolls World Tour" "Harley Quinn" & more.

Ron Funches joins host Elias on this week's podcast. Ron has built an impressive resume with stand up comedy, voice-over work and acting. 
Funches starred as a regular on the NBC series Undateable, and in 2015, he began performing as a voice actor and performed the voice role of Cooper in the animated film Trolls. He also had guest-starring roles on a number of television series, including Transparent, Black-ish, and reprised the role of Cooper in the Trolls spin-off series Trolls: The Beat Goes On!.
Beginning 2019, he began voicing the role of King Shark in the DC Comics TV series Harley Quinn. In 2020, Funches again reprised the role of Cooper in the sequel film Trolls World Tour.
Ron hosts his own podcast Getting Better with Ron Funches, where he interviews celebrities and friends about their goals and what getting better means to them. 
Ron is also a pretty solid dad and friend!!
You can find Ron on Twitter @RonFunches Instagram @RonFunches
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Atkins Estimond talks about his role on Starz "Hightown"

Atkins Estimond from Starz "Hightown" joins host Elias on the podcast. Atkins talks about his experience on Hightown, his character Osito, his career journey, and the exploding TV/Movie industry in Atlanta. He also shares a quick story about meeting Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels on the set of "Dumb and Dumber Too"
You can find Atkins on Twitter @atkinsestimond Instagram @atkinsestimond
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Leland B. Martin talks about playing Ari on BET's "Boomerang"

Leland B. Martin from BET's "Boomerang" joins host Elias on the podcast. “Boomerang" picks up 26 years from where the film left off and follows Simone, and Bryson and their friends Ari (Leland B. Martin). We talk about his role on the show, meeting Halle Berry, career & more. 
You can find Leland on Twitter @LelandBMartin Instagram @lelandbmartin
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Nick Cirillo talks about playing Barry on Netflix's "Outer Banks"

Nick Cirillo from Netflix's "Outer Banks" joins host Elias on the podcast. You recently saw Nick playing Barry on "Outer Banks". We talk about his role, working with the cast, the popularity of the show & more. 
You can find Nick on Instagram @nick_v_cirillo
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Valeria Jauregui from FOX's "Deputy"

Actress Valeria Jauregui joins host Elias on the podcast. You've seen her as Maggie Hollister on FOX's show "Deputy". We talk about her music, acting, and modeling career, what's next for her and so much more!
You can find Valeria on Instagram @valeria_jauregui
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Matt Cook from CBS's "Man With A Plan"

Actor Matt Cook from CBS's "Man With A Plan" joins host Elias on this week's podcast. Matt was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and grew up in Barnegat Light and Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island in New Jersey, where he attended Southern Regional High School. He attended Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. He then moved to Los Angeles and trained in improv and sketch comedy at The Groundlings. We talk about playing Lowell on Man With A Plan, working with the cast & more. 
You can find Matt on Instagram @mattcooktookpics and Twitter @MattCookTweeted
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