Still Here Hollywood

Kristanna Loken became a household name as the deadly T-X in Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, but her path to Hollywood started on an apple farm in upstate New York. Kristanna joins Steve Kmetko to discuss working with Arnold Schwarzenegger, surviving the pressure of one of Hollywood's biggest franchises, coming out publicly at a time when few actors did, raising her son outside the digital world, and why she believes authenticity is more important than fame. It's a candid conversation about success, identity, family, and finding purpose beyond the spotlight. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:38 Cubs Fan Origins 01:52 Growing Up on an Apple Farm 03:30 Modeling Misconceptions 04:04 First Acting Jobs 05:21 Landing Terminator 3 07:30 Training for the T-X 08:46 Working with Arnold Schwarzenegger 09:09 Arnold's Prediction for Her Career 10:45 How Fame Changed Her Life 12:06 Coming Out as Bisexual 16:49 What Terminator Means Today 18:11 Creating the T-X Character 19:51 AI and Hollywood 22:07 Female Action Stars Then vs. Now 23:40 Hollywood's Authenticity Problem 25:51 Raising Her Son Thor 29:00 A Screen-Free Household 31:04 Sci-Fi Fans and Comic Cons 31:39 Life on Love Apple Farm 34:22 Aging, Authenticity and Growth 36:31 Lessons Learned From Failure 38:04 Advice From Ben Kingsley and Bruce Dern 41:03 Why She Never Walked Away From Acting 42:33 Why Her Best Work Is Still Ahead 46:10 Women She Admires 50:12 The Role She Wanted But Didn't Get 52:01 What Kristanna Does For Fun 54:02 Closing Thoughts

Before streaming, before social media, and before reality TV took over, millions of viewers stayed up late watching USA Up All Night. This week on Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko sits down with television personality, comedian, actress, entrepreneur, and USA Up All Night host Rhonda Shear. Rhonda shares behind-the-scenes stories from one of cable television's most beloved late-night shows, the challenges of being a woman in Hollywood during the 1980s and 1990s, her experiences with Playboy, Joan Rivers, George Burns, and Johnny Carson, and how she reinvented herself after Hollywood to build the wildly successful Rhonda Shear Intimates brand and the famous Ahh Bra. She also discusses the reboot of Up All Night, the changing comedy landscape, her thoughts on political correctness, and finding love with her junior high school sweetheart after decades apart. Subscribe for more conversations with the stars you remember and the stories you've never heard. #StillHereHollywood #RhondaShear #USAUpAllNight CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 01:36 The Legacy of USA Up All Night 03:58 Landing the Hosting Job 05:26 Was Rhonda Shear a Trailblazer? 08:21 Why Fans Still Love Her 09:55 Building Rhonda Shear Intimates 12:12 The Story Behind the Ahh Bra 13:52 Returning to Stand-Up Comedy 15:10 Wild HSN Stories 18:36 Creating the Up All Night Character 21:09 Comedy Training and Improv 22:04 Being Told She Could Never Make It 24:19 Becoming an Accidental Feminist 26:09 Creating Opportunities for New Talent 27:29 Female Comics Today 29:20 Finding Material in Real Life 33:06 How Rhonda Sees Herself 34:11 Beauty Queen Beginnings 35:53 Working with Johnny Carson 36:11 Political Correctness and Comedy 37:07 Rebooting Up All Night 39:28 Career Regrets and Reinvention 41:38 Dating Glenn Frey 42:43 What Wouldn't Fly Today 48:24 Advice from Joan Rivers and George Burns 50:07 The Most Important Part of Her Story 52:12 Jewelry, Creativity and Never Retiring 54:23 Up All Night Returns

Actress Marisol Nichols joins Steve Kmetko for one of the most intense and emotional episodes of Still Here Hollywood yet. Known for her roles on 24 and Riverdale, Marisol reveals the shocking double life she led off-camera, working undercover alongside law enforcement in operations targeting human traffickers around the world. She opens up about: Going undercover in dangerous trafficking operations The terrifying mission that made her write a goodbye letter to her daughter Working with ex-CIA and military operatives How acting helped save lives The heartbreaking loss of Luke Perry What it was really like working with Kiefer Sutherland on 24 Growing up in Chicago Hollywood struggles as a Latina actress The dark side of social media and online predators This is one of the most powerful conversations we’ve had on Still Here Hollywood. Subscribe for more legendary guests and untold Hollywood stories. #MarisolNichols #Riverdale #24 #LukePerry #KieferSutherland #StillHereHollywood #SteveKmetko #Hollywood #TrueCrime #HumanTrafficking #CW #FoxTV #TVLegends #Podcast CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:45 Marisol’s Secret Undercover Operations 02:18 Going Undercover For The First Time 04:36 The Most Terrifying Mission Of Her Life 05:50 Why She Got Involved In Fighting Trafficking 08:05 Helping Put Criminals In Prison 10:38 What She Hopes People Learn From Her Work 12:48 The Monsters Behind Trafficking 14:18 Steve Kmetko’s Chilling John Wayne Gacy Story 16:14 How Acting Helped Her Go Undercover 18:15 Discovering Acting In Chicago 20:48 Moving To Hollywood 22:47 Advice To Her Younger Self 23:52 Being Latina In Hollywood 25:02 The Frustration Of Self-Tape Auditions 26:20 Riverdale Becomes A Cultural Phenomenon 27:51 The Role That Challenged Her Most 29:47 What She Learned From Kiefer Sutherland 30:35 Working With Luke Perry 33:31 How Undercover Work Changed Her Acting 35:38 Talking To Her Daughter About Predators 36:44 The Internet And Child Safety 38:51 The Project She Wants To Make Next 39:39 Growing Up In Chicago 41:32 Her Daughter’s Creative Talent 43:01 Dream Actors & Directors To Work With 44:34 Turning Down A Major Movie Role 47:17 The Dark Side Of Hollywood 49:04 Why She Could Never Move Back To Chicago 52:08 Social Media Pressure & Mental Health 53:24 Fashion, Makeup & Being “A Girl” 54:26 Final Thoughts

Some actors play powerful men. Others understand what power actually costs. On this episode of Still Here Hollywood, Steve Kmetko sits down with legendary actor Eric Braeden, the man behind Victor Newman on The Young and the Restless, a role he’s defined for more than four decades. But this conversation goes far beyond daytime television. From growing up in post-war Germany, to arriving in America and confronting its contradictions, to working with icons like Marlon Brando and James Cameron, Eric shares a deeply personal and unfiltered look at the life experiences that shaped both the man and the character. He opens up about the brutal demands of soap operas, the psychology behind Victor Newman, the reality of Hollywood, and why acting, at its core, is about truth, discipline, and survival. This is a powerful, honest conversation about legacy, resilience, and what it really means to endure in this business. THIS IS STILL HERE HOLLYWOOD, I’M STEVE KMETKO. JOIN ME WITH TODAY’S GUEST, FROM THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, ACTOR ERIC BRAEDEN. 00:00 Opening Tease 00:01 Intro, Eric Braeden 01:25 Seinfeld, Comedy, and Great Casting 03:07 The Brutal Reality of Daytime TV 05:00 Why Acting Still Excites Him 06:16 Growing Up in Post-War Germany 09:51 Loss, Hardship, and Early Life 13:08 Working with Brando, Duvall, Legends 14:21 Hollywood, Cynicism, and Purpose 16:55 Why Acting Became Meaningful 19:27 Could Brando Handle Soap Operas? 21:07 Inside a 100+ Page Workday 22:36 Sports, Discipline, and Competition 24:48 Why He Didn’t Choose Sports 25:25 Life Outside Acting, Staying Sharp 31:49 What Young Actors Get Wrong 35:25 Almost Turning Down Titanic 41:56 Working with James Cameron 42:16 Thoughts on Streaming vs TV 46:43 Eric vs Victor Newman 47:08 The Evolution of Victor Newman 50:09 Breaking Out of “Bad Guy” Roles 51:08 Discovering the Truth About History 55:48 A Life-Changing Moment in America 59:53 His Autobiography 01:01:18 Closing Thoughts

Mike Farrell joins Still Here Hollywood to talk about his unforgettable role as BJ Hunnicutt on MASH*, one of the most beloved television shows of all time. From the moment he landed the role to the emotional final episode that still holds the record for most-watched scripted television broadcast, Farrell shares what it was really like behind the scenes. He opens up about his close bond with Alan Alda, the collaborative culture that made the show so special, and the powerful themes that made MASH* more than just a comedy. Farrell also reflects on his life beyond Hollywood, including the personal experiences that shaped his activism and worldview. This is a conversation about legacy, purpose, and what it means to do work that truly matters. 00:00 Intro 00:50 Landing MASH* 04:30 Getting the role 08:30 First day on set 10:00 The MASH* finale legacy 11:00 Creative process on the show 12:15 Why he doesn’t watch it now 14:30 Wayne Rogers story 29:00 Alan Alda and on-set chemistry 33:00 Life-changing personal experience 38:00 War and comedy balance 39:30 Challenging the writers 46:30 The controversial BJ storyline 49:00 Favorite episode 52:00 Final goodbye and male friendship 53:30 Ending the series 57:00 Final episode moment 1:03:00 What brings him joy #mash, #mikefarrell, #alanalda, #tvhistory, #stillherehollywood, #hollywoodstories

She was on the biggest show in the world, but behind the slow motion runs and global fame, Nicole Eggert was dealing with something very different. On this episode of Still Here Hollywood, Nicole opens up about joining Baywatch in her early 20s, why she walked away from the #1 show on the planet, and how the “Baywatch bimbo” label shut down her career. She shares what fame really cost her, from dating struggles to doors suddenly closing in Hollywood. Then the conversation takes a powerful turn. Nicole talks candidly about her breast cancer diagnosis, discovering it herself after it was missed in screenings, and what it’s really like to live with cancer long term. From the emotional toll of telling her daughters, to the mindset it takes to fight through treatment, this is an honest, raw look at survival and perspective. This is Still Here Hollywood. I’m Steve Kmetko. Join me with today’s guest, from Baywatch, actor Nicole Eggert. 00:00 Intro 00:45 How Nicole Eggert landed Baywatch 02:30 Leaving the #1 show in the world at 20 04:10 The downside of fame, dating and perception 05:10 “Baywatch bimbo” label and career fallout 05:40 The truth about slow motion running 07:15 Why Hollywood doors suddenly closed 08:20 Stepping away from acting 09:10 Global fame and being recognized everywhere 09:54 Charles in Charge and early career 11:30 Growing up on set and life decisions 13:20 Real estate passion and life outside acting 15:30 Working with Scott Baio 15:45 Would she let her daughters act? 16:50 Cancer diagnosis and discovering it herself 19:00 The hardest part of cancer, mental vs physical 21:00 Living with cancer and ongoing treatment 22:20 What she’s learned from other cancer patients 24:50 Advice for women facing cancer 26:20 Telling her daughters the diagnosis 28:10 How cancer changed her as a person 29:00 Career today and finding purpose in podcasting 30:45 Chemo side effects and “chemo brain” 31:50 The lowest moment during cancer 32:50 Scary fan encounters and real threats 35:20 Does she regret Baywatch? 36:05 Producing the Baywatch documentary 37:15 Bringing Baywatch full circle

Frances Fisher joins Steve Kmetko for a candid, funny, and deeply thoughtful conversation about acting, ambition, heartbreak, Titanic, Clint Eastwood, Lucille Ball, and what it really means to build a life in Hollywood. Frances talks about growing up around the world, finding acting through community theater in Texas, bartending in New York while chasing work, and the unusual creative choice that transformed her performance in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. She also shares a remarkable story about the phone call that may have led to Titanic, what made James Cameron such an effective director, and why Rose’s mother was one of the easiest characters she ever played. The conversation goes deeper as Frances reflects on grief, aging, motherhood, social media, ambition, and the one thing she wishes she had told her younger self: aim higher. This is Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko. Episode Hashtags: #FrancesFisher,#Titanic,#ClintEastwood,#JamesCameron,#LucilleBall,#StillHereHollywood,#SteveKmetko,#HollywoodStories,#ClassicHollywood,#Acting,#FilmHistory 00:00 Introduction 00:49 The artist comes before the actor 01:34 Her first big acting paycheck 03:09 The black hair story from Cat on a Hot Tin Roof 06:35 How acting first hooked her 08:45 Growing up around the world 12:21 How being the new kid shaped her 13:27 Why the work mattered more than fame 16:35 The phone call before Titanic 18:26 Why she wanted Titanic so badly 19:43 James Cameron on set 22:04 Working with Leo, Kate, and the costumes 27:27 Playing Lucille Ball 31:36 What acting really is 36:08 What Clint Eastwood was like 42:19 The joy of being a grandmother 45:05 Frances Fisher on grief 48:49 Her thoughts on social media 52:19 Her toilet paper theory of life 54:40 Why she wishes she had aimed higher

What really happens inside the room where casting decisions are made? Casting director Paul Ruddy has spent nearly three decades shaping careers in film, television, and now the emerging world of vertical storytelling. In this revealing conversation, he explains how actors get cast, why self-tapes changed Hollywood forever, and how star power can be felt in the first 20 seconds of an audition. Paul shares behind-the-scenes stories about discovering talent early, including Sydney Sweeney’s early auditions, the tiny acting choices that win roles, and why memorizing your lines still matters more than anything else. He also dives deep into: • The rise of verticals and micro-dramas • Why pilot season disappeared • The impact of streaming and the Hollywood strikes • Why in-person auditions are unlikely to return • How actors accidentally talk themselves out of roles • The truth about success, ego, and reputation in Hollywood If you’re an actor, filmmaker, or simply curious about how Hollywood really works, this episode pulls back the curtain on the casting process and the industry’s evolution. Subscribe for more insider conversations with the people shaping entertainment. 00:00 Intro: Inside the Room Where Careers Are Decided 01:02 Paul Ruddy’s Origin Story: Scranton, TV Obsession, Law School 03:10 The Leap to Hollywood and the “Lied on My Resume” Move 05:21 The Power of Casting and Changing Lives 05:39 Early Talent Spotting and Sydney Sweeney’s First Jobs 07:42 How Fast Casting Instincts Kick In 07:46 Paul’s Best Advice: Do the Homework, Understand Tone 08:20 The #1 Audition Killer: Not Being Off Book 09:46 Can You Feel Star Power Right Away? 10:10 The Wetsuit Audition Disaster and Growth Over Time 12:39 Estelle Getty and Why Careers Can Start Later 13:20 Casting Directors Have Long Memories 14:05 When Someone Walks In and Wins the Role Instantly 16:20 What Are Verticals and Micro-Dramas? 16:35 TikTok Meets Soap Opera on Red Bull: The Vertical Model 18:40 How Episodes Work: 1–3 Minutes and Constant Cliffhangers 20:10 The Paywall Funnel and Why It’s Exploding 21:20 Why Verticals Are a New Frontier for Hollywood 22:08 Patreon Break 22:57 How Casting Works: Breakdowns, Submissions, Narrowing Down 25:15 Will In-Person Auditions Ever Return? 25:25 Why Self-Tapes Took Over Permanently 27:49 The Reality of Nerves and “Pilot Season” Chaos 31:24 Self-Tapes vs Live Auditions and the 47th Take Problem 32:19 How the Pandemic Accelerated the Industry 10 Years 33:20 How Actors Talk Themselves Out of Roles 33:30 “You Sold It. Don’t Buy It Back.” 38:58 Small Choices That Instantly Elevate an Actor 39:08 The Peephole Choice That Got Attention 40:15 The Orange Slice Prop That Won the Role 42:27 Break 42:43 Calling an Actor With Life-Changing News 44:11 Does Success Change an Actor’s Energy? 44:30 Reputation Matters and Word Travels Fast 46:54 Watching Movies as a Casting Director 47:03 Why Every Role Must Be Cast at a High Level 48:49 Why He Didn’t Become a Full-Time Producer or Director 50:00 Why Verticals Are an Incubator for Future Stars 52:10 “Nothing Is New” and Why People Always Dismiss New Formats 54:00 Verticals, Short Attention Spans, and the Real Competition 56:08 What He’s Proudest Of After 27 Years 57:15 Advice for Actors: Tenacity and Knowing the Business 59:43 Is Hollywood Becoming a Dinosaur? Production Slowdown Explained 1:05:01 Fewer Risks, Fewer Sitcom Hits, and Why Shows Need Time 1:07:13 The Loss of Shared TV Culture and Knowing What Came Before 1:09:20 Closing and Thanks Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.com Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.com Publicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gabrielle Carteris helped define a generation as Andrea Zuckerman on Beverly Hills 90210. But the story behind the show is bigger, deeper, and more surprising than you think. In this candid and wide-ranging conversation, Gabrielle opens up about the truth behind landing 90210, including the age secret she kept when she was cast as a 16-year-old. She reflects on overnight fame, Beatles-level chaos, and how the show shaped her adult life in ways she is still unpacking. But this episode goes far beyond nostalgia. Gabrielle reveals the devastating on-set injury that temporarily left her partially paralyzed and unable to speak, the lawsuit that followed, and why she refused to sign an NDA after winning her case. That experience ultimately led her into leadership, where she became President of SAG-AFTRA and helped guide the union through historic negotiations. She also discusses: • The real impact of the Hollywood strikes • Why AI and voice replication are changing the entertainment industry • The merger of SAG and AFTRA • Losing Luke Perry and Shannen Doherty • The isolation of extreme fame • Aging in Hollywood and rejecting shame • Why family matters more than celebrity From 90s television icon to labor leader and activist, Gabrielle Carteris shares what she has learned about power, resilience, identity, and what no longer scares her. This is one of the most revealing Beverly Hills 90210 interviews you’ll see. Subscribe for more conversations with the stars you grew up with.

Actor and director Paul McCrane joins Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko for a funny, honest, and surprisingly deep conversation about building a career by leaning into the roles people remember most. Paul talks about intentionally pivoting into “bad guy” parts, his first reaction to reading RoboCop, and the night a massive explosion on set got a little too real. He also looks back on ER and what it was like joining the biggest show on television, plus how the stability of a long-running series can change your life outside the job. The conversation goes beyond credits and into craft. Paul breaks down why self-tape auditions can feel like sending your work into a void, why in-person collaboration matters, and what directing taught him about managing pressure, people, and performance. He also shares one of the most valuable lessons of his career: how a brutal review early on forced him to learn how to truly do the work, and how Jason Robards showed him real generosity in the process. If you love behind-the-scenes stories, acting talk that’s actually useful, and Hollywood history with some bite, this one’s for you. Support the show and get early access and bonus content at Patreon: patreon.com/StillHereHollywood 00:00 Intro, Paul McCrane from ER and RoboCop 00:42 What Paul would be doing if he wasn’t acting today 01:09 Songwriting, music, and creative curiosity 01:19 Becoming “the bad guy” on purpose 02:41 First reaction to the RoboCop script 03:18 The infamous RoboCop explosion story 06:11 Did he expect RoboCop to become iconic 06:28 How RoboCop reshaped his career 07:55 Why he became an actor, his father and backstage magic 08:27 Other careers he could have pursued 09:06 Turning the interview back on Steve 10:10 Fame, the movie, and early terror on set 11:44 Shooting Fame on the streets of New York 12:33 Did he ever consider quitting acting 14:03 Patreon break, then critics and insecurity 16:30 Retirement, insecurity, and why actors do this 18:38 Chevy Chase, SNL, and success myths 19:03 ER and staying close with the cast 20:43 Why Paul hates self-tape auditions 22:07 The danger of isolation in modern acting 28:33 How ER changed his life and stability 29:29 Fame, perspective, and avoiding distortion 31:20 Philadelphia roots and football fandom 31:37 “Paul McCrane dies at the end” reel 32:15 What the ER set was really like 34:33 Is he happy with his career 36:11 What fans recognize him for most 37:27 Directing vs acting, what he loves more 43:04 Overthinking, directing pressure, and communication 44:06 The role that taught him the most 46:38 The New York Times review that crushed him 50:00 Jason Robards’ advice and generosity 55:21 Learning to survive criticism 56:50 Memorizing ER medical dialogue 57:01 The origin of the famous RoboCop line 58:25 Final thoughts and wrap Paul McCrane interview Paul McCrane podcast Paul McCrane Still Here Hollywood Paul McCrane Steve Kmetko Paul McCrane actor interview Paul McCrane RoboCop RoboCop behind the scenes Paul McCrane RoboCop explosion scene story Paul McCrane villain RoboCop Paul Verhoeven RoboCop cast stories Paul McCrane ER Dr Robert Romano ER Paul McCrane ER helicopter scene ER behind the scenes Paul McCrane ER cast reflections Paul McCrane Fame movie Fame 1980 behind the scenes Paul McCrane Fame audition story Fame movie cast interview Paul McCrane acting advice Paul McCrane directing career Actors on self tape auditions Why actors hate self tapes Directing vs acting Paul McCrane Career longevity themes Character actor Hollywood career Villain roles in Hollywood How actors survive bad reviews Jason Robards acting advice Broadway failure lessons Culture + philosophy hooks Why actors feel insecure Human connection vs technology acting Why collaboration matters in film Modern acting industry problems Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.com Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.com Publicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amy Yazbeck brings the laughs and the real talk in this warm, hilarious, and unexpectedly moving conversation with Steve Kmetko. From growing up as the “puppy” of a big family to finding her lane as a naturally gifted comedic actor, Amy breaks down how she built a career by staying fearless, staying curious, and not taking herself too seriously. We dig into her time on Wings and what made that ensemble click, plus the backstage joy of working with pros like Tony Shalhoub, Tim Daly, Rebecca Schull, and of course her on-screen partner in crime, Steve Weber. Amy shares a phenomenal story about Debbie Reynolds guest starring as her TV mom and why that moment still feels like a dream. There is also plenty of rapid fire chaos, including boom mic shenanigans, Wizard of Oz impressions, and the kind of set humor that makes you grateful you were not sitting next to craft service. Then the conversation turns personal and powerful. Amy opens up about love, loss, and the kind of grief that does not “wrap up neatly,” as well as how she turned heartbreak into purpose through the John Ritter Foundation and her advocacy work. It is funny, heartfelt, and full of those little Hollywood truths you only get when someone is willing to be honest. If you loved Wings, Robin Hood: Men in Tights, Problem Child, Dracula: Dead and Loving It, or you just want an interview that is equal parts comedy and humanity, this one is for you. Subscribe for more Still Here Hollywood interviews and check out the Patreon for early episodes, behind the scenes, and bonus content: patreon.com/StillHereHollywood

Relive the wild ride of Grease 2 with actor Maxwell Caulfield, the man behind Michael Carrington, in this full episode of Still Here Hollywood with Steve Kmetko. Maxwell opens up about knowing early he was meant to act, his London roots, and the moment everything changed when he auditioned for Grease 2 and suddenly found himself stepping into a Hollywood spotlight that can make or break you. Maxwell shares what it was like working alongside a young Michelle Pfeiffer, why Grease 2 didn’t hit the way the studio hoped at release, and how the movie later found its true life as a cult classic with a passionate fanbase. He also dives into the behind-the-scenes reality of movie-making, including a hilarious “Bike Heaven” moment that did not go how he wanted. Beyond Grease 2, Maxwell talks about his love of live theater and what the stage gives an actor that the camera never can, plus what he’s working on now, including a one-man play centered on Pontius Pilate. And yes, we go there on the big career chapters too, from Hollywood momentum to TV fame, including his run on The Colbys and the long view of staying in the game. Wikipedia If you grew up on 80s movies, movie musicals, backstage stories, and the art of actually lasting in show business, this episode is for you. Want to get more involved with the show? Support Still Here Hollywood on Patreon for early access, behind-the-scenes extras, and the chance to submit questions for upcoming guests. Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.com Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.com Publicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For more than 30 years, Spencer Garrett has been one of those actors you instantly recognize, even if you can’t place exactly where you’ve seen him. In this episode of Still Here Hollywood, Spencer opens up about the working actor’s life, aging in the business, finding purpose, and what it really means to be “that guy from that thing.” Spencer shares the origin story of the Character Actors Dining Society (the CADS) and the famous dinners with Alfred Molina, Stephen Weber, Eric McCormack, Titus Welliver, Kevin Pollak, Richard Kind, Jason Alexander, and more. He also talks about career pivots, breaking out of “prick in a suit” casting, lessons learned from Robert Duvall, Dustin Hoffman, and Glenn Close, and why he still gets excited every time he pulls onto a studio lot. Plus, Spencer tells the story of meeting his partner Dana Bash and how their worlds collide, actor life vs CNN life, with plenty of laughs along the way. If you like deep, thoughtful conversations with actors who have lived the whole Hollywood ride, this one’s for you. Support Still Here Hollywood on Patreon (bonus content, early episodes, guest info, and more): patreon.com/stillherehollywood Show Credits Host/Producer: Steve Kmetko All things technical: Justin Zangerle Executive Producer: Jim Lichtenstein Music by: Brian Sanyshyn https://stillherehollywood.com http://patreon.com/stillherehollywood Suggest Guests at: stillherehollywood@gmail.com Advertise on Still Here Hollywood: jim@stillherenetwork.com Publicist: Maggie Perlich: maggie@numbertwelvemarketing.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.