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Welcome to The Brett Allan Show, your go-to podcast for engaging celebrity interviews, behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, and in-depth conversations with actors, comedians, filmmakers, and industry insiders. Hosted by Brett Allan, each episode delivers authentic, entertaining, and insightful discussions you won’t hear anywhere else.

In this episode, Brett sits down with [Guest Name] to talk about their latest project, career highlights, personal stories, and what really happens behind the camera. Whether you're a fan of movies, TV, comedy, or pop culture, this episode brings you closer to the people shaping the entertainment world.

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Actor Richard Riehle | "Digging to Death" "Grounded for Life" and Saying Yes
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May 27, 2021

Actor Richard Riehle | "Digging to Death" "Grounded for Life" and Saying Yes

Today we are joined by the acting legend Richard Riehle to talk about his new streamer "Digging to Death". We also talk about his Emmy Winning Show, "Grounded for Life" and all the other amazing projects he has been a part of. We also chat, taking risk's and always saying yes when possible. Enjoy! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettallanshow IG instagram.com/brettallanshow Facebook Facebook.com/brettallanshow ...
Actress Christine Evangelista |Talks Podcasting and "Fear the Walking Dead"
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May 26, 2021

Actress Christine Evangelista |Talks Podcasting and "Fear the Walking Dead"

Today we chat with actress Christine Evangelista about her role on the AMC series "Fear the Walking Dead" as "Sherry" and how that journey has been for her. We also dive in about her podcast "Half Naked" her background in design school, supportive parents and so much more. Enjoy! Half Naked is a weekly show, inspired by her research designing her own lingerie line, and invites guests to bare it all as they discuss life, struggle, success, vulnerability and, of course, underwear. “Half Naked” wil...
Actor Courtney Nichole Chats All Things "Assisted Living"| Now on BET Season 2
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May 25, 2021

Actor Courtney Nichole Chats All Things "Assisted Living"| Now on BET Season 2

Our guest today is the amazing Courtney Nichole. who is currently staring in the Tyler Perry hit, "Assisted Living" Season 2 streaming now on BET! We discuss the show, making pot pies, her career as an educator, following your passions and so much more! Enjoy.
Actor Bill Oberst Jr.| A Lifetime of Acting In the Horror Genre and Being At Home
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May 24, 2021

Actor Bill Oberst Jr.| A Lifetime of Acting In the Horror Genre and Being At Home

Known for a Daytime Emmy Award-winning performance in "Take This Lollipop" and a ratings-winning role on CBS-TV's "Criminal Minds," Bill Oberst Jr. is an American actor of stage and screen whose real-life gentleness and interest in things spiritual are at odds with his often macabre screen persona. We talk about his childhood and how he feels he was always destined to work in this genre, choosing dark roles, how he feels the industry perceives him and much more! Have a question, email us below! ...
Actress Dedee Pfeiffer | Talks All Things "Big Sky" On ABC "Denise Brisbane"
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May 22, 2021

Actress Dedee Pfeiffer | Talks All Things "Big Sky" On ABC "Denise Brisbane"

Today we are joined by actress Dedee Pfeiffer. She chats all things "Big Sky" on ABC, her character "Denise Brisbane" and much more. We talk about what its like to have a sister that is considered a mega star, and how she is one the nicest and reserved people on the planet. Her sobriety and how honest she is about with everyone, being a mom and how she balances her busy life. Enjoy! Have a question, email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest po...
Actor Natasha Perez | All Things "Selena" Streaming Now On Netflix "Yolanda Saldivar"
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May 19, 2021

Actor Natasha Perez | All Things "Selena" Streaming Now On Netflix "Yolanda Saldivar"

Today we have the amazing Natasha Perez who plays the infamous Yolanda Saldivar on the Netflix streamer, Selena. We talk about the role, what her process was to get into it, and how this timely series honors the life and music of an artist who died far to young. We cover this, her musical background and so much more! NATASHA PEREZ who recently appeared opposite Larry David in a guest starring role on Curb Your Enthusiasm (see link below) is available for interviews regarding her role as Yolanda ...
Journalist and TV Personality Chris Hansen | "To Catch A Predator"
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May 18, 2021

Journalist and TV Personality Chris Hansen | "To Catch A Predator"

Our guest today is the amazing Chris Hansen of "To Catch a Predator" fame. He has won eleven Emmy's, none of which are for this, but for his honest, fair and balanced journalism. We covered a lot, from work to fatherhood, the future of journalism, our next generation, and what drives him as a reporter in this dark corner of journalism. www.brettallanshow.com Have a question, email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter tw...
Actor Kelly Perine | Talks "Manipulated" Now Streaming on Amazon Prime
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May 17, 2021

Actor Kelly Perine | Talks "Manipulated" Now Streaming on Amazon Prime

Our guest today is the amazingly talented Actor Kelly Perine. We chat about his new Amazon movie "Manipulated" and his amazing career he has had so far. Early starts, what a good work ethic looks like, never giving up and how one small thing always leads to something bigger. All of this and much more! He is an entertainment veteran with over 25 years in the business!
Actor Ed Begley Jr. | Getting Environmentally Friendly with Begley Living
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May 14, 2021

Actor Ed Begley Jr. | Getting Environmentally Friendly with Begley Living

Our guest today is the amazing Ed Begley Jr. A decades long career has taken him so many places, from St. Elsewhere, Modern Family and currently Young Sheldon now, he has done a lot. How Bruce Paltrow changed his life and got lucky early on. In this episode we discuss his eco friendly, cleaning products, and his active role in making the environment a much better place! We cover all of this an so much more in this quick and fast chat with Ed!.
Actor Mackenzie Lansing | Talks "Brianna" In "Mare of Easttown" an HBO Limited Series
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May 12, 2021

Actor Mackenzie Lansing | Talks "Brianna" In "Mare of Easttown" an HBO Limited Series

Our guest today is the amazingly talented Mackenzie Lansing. She can currently be seen in the HBO limited series, as "Brianna" in "Mare of Easttown" streaming now on HBO and HBO Max. We talk about this, her role on "The Deuce" another streamer, her career so far, and so much more. Enjoy, and be sure to catch the show if you haven't already! Mackenzie Lansing is a bilingual Franco-American actress based in NYC and LA. She grew in Villebon-sur-Yvette (a small town outside of Paris FRANCE) for mos...
Actor and Musician Page Kennedy | "Duck" on The Upshaw's Now On Netflix
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May 11, 2021

Actor and Musician Page Kennedy | "Duck" on The Upshaw's Now On Netflix

Today we have the multi talented actor, comedian and musician Page Kennedy. Most know him from the blockbuster hit "The Meg" but his career spans decades. He can currently be seen on the Netflix streamer, "The Upshaw's" as "Duck", which is a can't miss show. We discuss, this, career and more, on today's episode. Actor/comedian/rap artist, Page Kennedy (The Meg) returns to the screen in Netflix’s new comedy series, The Upshaws, starring opposite Wanda Sykes and Mike Epps. The series premiering ...
Actor and Director Christine Lakin | TGI FRIDAYS, "Step By Step" and More
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May 9, 2021

Actor and Director Christine Lakin | TGI FRIDAYS, "Step By Step" and More

Our guest today is actor and director Christine Lakin, Most would remember her from TGI FRIDAY's "Step By Step" as Al Lambert. She and her co-stars ruled Friday nights with this fun filled family show. But since then she has not stopped. From "The Goldbergs" on ABC, to a million other shows, she has had her hand in it all, also ruling motherhood, podcasting and more. We get into all of that, if she would do anything differently, balancing life and career and much more! Her bio explains it all th...
Actor and Comedian Maeve Press | "Everything is Going to Be OK" Freeform TV
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May 5, 2021

Actor and Comedian Maeve Press | "Everything is Going to Be OK" Freeform TV

Our guest today is the amazingly talented actor and comedian Maeve Press. The 17-year-old actress plays Genevieve on the critically acclaimed Freeform series EVERYTHING’S GONNA BE OKAY. She has done some much at such a young age, and the future is nothing but bright! We covered all of this, her comedy career, early starts as a comedian, lessons learned, and what is next for her. Enjoy!
Comedian Sarah Tollemache | Creator and Host of the "Vadge"  Podcast
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May 4, 2021

Comedian Sarah Tollemache | Creator and Host of the "Vadge" Podcast

Our guest today is the hilariously talented comedian and podcaster, Sarah Tollemache. She opens up about being married to another famous comic, working together, and how they are both markedly different. Also, her approach to writing, performing, and what drives her to do what she does, and so much more! Enjoy. Sarah Tollemache is a stand-up comedian, writer and podcast host. She has been featured on Comedy Central as well as NBC’s ‘Last Comic Standing’. In 2017 she appeared on ‘The Late Show wi...
Emmy Award Winning Actress Patrika Darbo | A Career Well Lived and More
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May 2, 2021

Emmy Award Winning Actress Patrika Darbo | A Career Well Lived and More

Actor Patrika Darbo drops in to talk all things career, entertainment, her amazing body of work and so much more. She is known for her roles as Nancy Wesley and Sally Spectra in the television soap operas Days of Our Lives and The Bold and the Beautiful, respectively. She shares what drives her as a creative, being an agent of change in the industry, how the pandemic was for her and much more. www.brettallanshow.com Have a question, email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on...
Actor Jim O'Heir | Talks Parks and Recreation (Jerry Gergich) and Much More
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April 28, 2021

Actor Jim O'Heir | Talks Parks and Recreation (Jerry Gergich) and Much More

Actor Jim O'Heir drops by to talk about his healthy, life long career as an actor and performer. He is best known for his role on the NBC hit show, "Parks and Recreation" as Jerry Gergich. But, since the show ended, his career has been non stop. We discussed his early beginnings with Second City and how the acting bug bit him right away. Getting those first laughs, knowing what you are meant to do, and more. www.brettallanshow.com Have a question, email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure t...
Comedian Howie Mandel | Mental Health, Pandemic Mitigation and Podcasting
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April 26, 2021

Comedian Howie Mandel | Mental Health, Pandemic Mitigation and Podcasting

Our guest today is comedian, podcaster, and judge of AGT on NBC Howie Mandel. We chat out his pandemic experience, the importance of openly discussing mental health, time management, podcasting with his daughter, and much more! www.brettallanshow.com Have a question, email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! Twitter twitter.com/@brettsopenmic IG instagram.com/brettsopenmic Facebook Facebook.com/openmicpodcast www.brettallansho...
Comedian Michael Jr. | "Funny How Life Works" a Comedic Thought Leader
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April 20, 2021

Comedian Michael Jr. | "Funny How Life Works" a Comedic Thought Leader

Today we are joined by comedian and thought leader Michael Jr. We discuss his brand new book. "Funny How Life Works". being a comedic thought leader, fatherhood, how comedy is the seasoning to the rest of his life purpose, what drives him as an individual and much more. www.brettallanshow.com Known as a comedic thought leader, Michael Jr. brings laughter and encouragement to audiences all over the world. Using comedy and dynamic storytelling, he inspires audiences to discover and activate their...
Talk Show Host, Podcaster, Voice Actor Rolanda Watts | Ruling the Airwaves
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April 19, 2021

Talk Show Host, Podcaster, Voice Actor Rolanda Watts | Ruling the Airwaves

Our guest today is the amazingly talented Rolonda Watts. She ruled the airwaves in the late 90's on TV, and still does today, through podcasting, voice acting, teaching classes and so much more! We covered her entire career from tip to tail, how she started, her keys to success, what drives her, and how she brings all of that passion to everything she does, plus much more! For almost four decades now, her name, face, and distinctive voice have been known by audiences everywhere, thanks to her ma...
Actor Anthony Alabi Talks All things "Family Reunion"| Streaming on Netflix
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April 13, 2021

Actor Anthony Alabi Talks All things "Family Reunion"| Streaming on Netflix

Today the amazing Anthony Alabi drops in to talk about part 3 of the amazing Netflix Series. "Family Reunion". He stars as the male lead opposite Tia Mowry and this is one of the greatest family shows out right now to watch. We discuss the show, his transition from the NFL to acting, career choices, jobs he had before a professional career, what drives him and much more. Anthony is a father of two and a former NFL footballer (Miami Dolphins / Kansas City Chiefs) turned-actor having recurred on S...
Actress and Comedian Sarah Colonna | TV Writing - Comedy and Being Shameless
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April 11, 2021

Actress and Comedian Sarah Colonna | TV Writing - Comedy and Being Shameless

Our guest is the amazing Sarah Colonna. From working with Chelsea Handler to staring on the Showtime Series "Shameless" she has covered a lot of ground in her amazing career. She dropped by to talk about all that, what she does in her spare time, pandemic blues, and just how funny she can be! This was a treat for sure, enjoy it as much as we did! Sarah Colonna is a standup comedian, author and actor who can currently be seen starring as “Angie” (alongside Dallas Roberts, Debby Ryan and Alyssa Mi...
Pop Culture Influencer Perez Hilton | "Be the Hardest Worker in the Room"
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April 9, 2021

Pop Culture Influencer Perez Hilton | "Be the Hardest Worker in the Room"

Our amazing guest today is Perez Hilton! He is an American blogger, columnist, and media personality. His blog is known for posts covering gossip items about celebrities, and for posting tabloid photos over which he has added his own captions or "doodles". We covered so much in this episode, it was quick and fast, but we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
Actors Nakia Burrise and Catherine Sutherland | Podcasting and Power Rangers Unite!
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April 8, 2021

Actors Nakia Burrise and Catherine Sutherland | Podcasting and Power Rangers Unite!

Today we are joined by the amazing Nakia Burrise and Catherine Sutherland. Or, the Pink and Yellow Power Rangers! We talk about their YouTube show, "Power Rangers Playback" and their podcast, "Power Rangers Superchat". Both are amazing, industry legends and let fans into their world's weekly to talk about life, family and faith, and much more. Enjoy today's episode! - Have a question? Email us below! openmicguest@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on social media for all the latest podcast updates! ...
Actor Miki Ishikawa | "Leah" on the Disney + Series "Falcon and Winter Solider"
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April 5, 2021

Actor Miki Ishikawa | "Leah" on the Disney + Series "Falcon and Winter Solider"

Our guest is actor Miki Ishikawa, who can be seen as 'Leah" currently on the Disney + Series, "The Falcon and the Winter Solider". We talk about her character, the MCU as whole, and how fans can expect to see a different "Buckey" than what most know and much more! Her career, working from a young age, lessons learned from success and failures, plus much more. Miki Ishikawa was born in Denver, Colorado. Her family moved to Los Angeles in 2000 after living in Hawaii for some years. In 2004, she la...