The Brett Allan Show

Brett is joined by actor and artist Gregory Sporleder! This is his FIRST interview under this format and he and I had a blast. He shares stories on his early start in Chicago, living with the Cusack family, couch surfing and improving his way on to Say Anything. Working with Gary and Penny Marshal, Jeremy Piven, Nic Cage, Bill Paxton and more on some iconic films. He shares so many amazing stories, life filming the Rock in San Francisco, living on Alcatraz and so much more! Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEXrAEV7vcM&t=4s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett is joined by Billboard Artist and all around creative Shyra Sanchez. They chat all things music, manifestation of dreams and goals and good ole Sacramento California. She shares her early start in heavy metal, working with Bay Area groups, and how it feels to be in a band, to have them broken up by a label and more. Sanchez grew up in Northern California in a multicultural household where music was a daily constant. Inspired by her mother's strength and spirituality, she began as a dancer before the pull toward songwriting took over, finding in the studio a way to tell the truth about her own experience. Over time, that expanded into building lifestyle brands, mentoring emerging talent, and working as a motivational speaker, all grounded in the same belief that self-expression is power. She has collaborated with Grammy-winning producers and worked with acclaimed choreographer and director Travis Payne, and built a career spanning music, film, fashion, and wellness. She counts almost 180,000 Instagram followers, more than one million YouTube views, and coverage in OK Magazine, the Los Angeles Tribune, iHeartRadio, and Swagger Magazine among her recent milestones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett is joined by comedian Jason Salmon. Jason's comedy, described as “the best advice you’ve ever gotten, from the dumbest guy you know” has grown increasingly political, and his audiences have grown larger and larger in response - his Another Weird Week is a critical summation of the week's political headlines, but he has also travelled around the world performing for US troops. Jason very much walks the walk, and is absolutely hilarious too! Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOF3EjxPlLs&t=3s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor Erik Stolhanske makes his THIRD appearance on the show to chat all things Super Troopers 3, the evolution of the franchise, David Zucker influences and much more! Watch here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lc8H2CL86Bg&t=5s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Ross Bowie joins Brett to chat about the multiverse world of his character arc and how an IP that served millions can come back and be just as amazing as before. How the conversations began to bring Barry back, what the timelines would look like, and killing off a main character from Bing Bang in the very first episode. Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GvvSm5uuYVg&t=425s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Music producer Stephen Lukach recently scored new music for Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced, a remake of the acclaimed 2013 title which is out now! Live on PlayStation5, Xbox Series S/X as well as on PC. Watch here! https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UChHLbnRKmqYmZ4Xl24v3d7A Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Brett and Jennifer as she discusses season 2 of her new web-series. Her journey as a creator and more! Certifiable is an independent comedy web series created, written, directed, produced by, and starring Jennifer M. Kay alongside co-star Aimee Theresa. The story follows two vivacious, self-absorbed actresses (Lex and Gabby) navigating auditions, the paparazzi, and trying to find a new talent manager after theirs goes missing Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaLcAcsvZOU&t=4s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett is joined by veteran actress Alessandra Torresani ! They chat about her long career and as actor, and memorable roles on Big Bang Theory, Two and Half Men, Caprica and much more! Also her amazing podcast. EmotionaAL Support Pod. Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OE9n2ieJW4&t=813s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brett is joined by the great Garret Dillahunt to talk about his latest project, streaming August 16th on HBO MAX. The legacy of the Lanterns, characters he would love to re-visit, iconic career moments, comi-cons and more! Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4GjqoXR1eDo&t=3s Want more? http://www.brettallan.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fans know Jonathan from memorable roles in Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Brotherly Love, The Gilmore Girls, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, The Mentalist, House, Monk, CSI, Boston Legal, and Shameless, where he played Charlie Peters. His versatility has made him a familiar face in everything from beloved sitcoms and dramas to cult classics. Beyond acting, Jonathan is also an accomplished writer, producer, and director. He's worked behind the camera on numerous television projects and has spent decades helping shape stories both on-screen and off. His unique perspective on Hollywood gives him a rare understanding of the entertainment industry from every angle. Today, Jonathan joins The Brett Allan Show to talk about his remarkable career, behind-the-scenes stories from some of television's most iconic shows, his work as a filmmaker, the evolution of Hollywood, and what's next. This is a conversation filled with great stories, career insights, and plenty of laughs you won't want to miss. Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gwmNzDHn2A&t=385s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ramon Reed actor, joins Brett to talk about his latest film, "Bad Counselors" playing Young Simba in the Broadway production of The "Lion King" and how the arts have shaped him in a special and unique way. Ramon Reed was born on August 3, 2005 in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. He is an actor and writer, known for Incoming (2024), 9-1-1: Lone Star (2020) and 13: The Musical (2022). He was also in the touring and Broadway productions of The Lion King as young Simba! Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIXkMoI3y0I Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Morton is a British-French-Canadian actor, writer, and voice artist whose career spans international film, television, and video games. Born in London and raised between the UK and France, he has appeared in productions including The Substance , The King's Daughter , The Love Punch , and Netflix's I Will Find You , where he plays Detective Daniel Müller. In addition to his on-screen work, Morton is an accomplished voice actor, lending his talents to major video game franchises and global brands. Fluent in multiple languages, he continues to build a diverse international career across film, television, and voice performance. Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bsKICmb3HwI&t=6s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Musician V. Torres Talks "Winter Solstice" Her new Single, upcoming EP, the journey she has taken to get where she is and more! Join Brett as he chats with artist V Torres about her lates single, "Winter Solstice" and her upcoming album this fall! V TORRES is a Los Angeles based singer, songwriter and musician whose sound is rooted in a unique range that blends indie-rock, funky beach Americana, and stripped down vocal-heavy ballads. Expansive, free, all out— V TORRES’ musical expression rides the power of the journey, delves into the gratitude of becoming, and leans into the fluidity of desire and intuition. Taking the driver’s seat co-producing her sophomore album, Woman, (releasing independently on September 1, 2026) her latitude in creative direction has led to a deeply personal project that oozes vulnerability and sheer grit that’s energetically punctuated with her signature style. Learn More! https://www.vtorresmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/vtorresmusic/?hl=en https://vtorresmusic.bandcamp.com/ https://www.vtorresmusic.com/media-horizon Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdXZk4MpgRM&t=28s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Radha Mitchell joins Brett for a candid conversation to discuss her latest Film Seven Snipers. She also discusses other projects that have impacted her career, what is important to her as an actor and performer and how she finds her center after dramatic roles! Watch here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GdRMRWLeiLM&t=77s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor Evan Gamble joins Brett to talk about his latest film, In A Cold Vein. His journey into acting, working on independent projects and major studio adventures. He shares for how his passion for acting began, joining a major project IP like the Walking Dead as the new guy and so much more. Want More? http://www.brettallan.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matthew Cole Weiss is a prominent media personality, screenwriter, film director, and senior story producer who has worked extensively for TMZ. He serves as a supervising producer, head writer, and occasional on-camera talent for TMZ! Before building a career in entertainment journalism, Weiss graduated with a film degree from New York University. He successfully transitioned into directing and screenwriting in Hollywood. Notable projects include: Standing Still (2005): A romantic comedy-drama he directed starring Amy Adams, James Franco, and Colin Hanks. Deceit (2006): A mystery thriller he wrote and directed which featured a breakout, early-career performance by Meghan Markle. WATCH HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3gVNU9IjRg&t=2413s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jackie drops by to share her journey as an actor, storyteller and more. From Friends, Two and Half Men, The Office and more, she has had such an iconic and fun career! We cover all the bases from theatre beginnings to her journey in New York, then off to LA. Plus her PLAN B that has helped her career be so successful! Want more? www.brettallan.com WATCH HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7I37OL0qEJA&list=PLewKJVx5bMtU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Malynda stars in the upcoming drama film Bull Street as LouEster Sadie Gibbs, alongside Oscar-winner Amy Madigan, Loretta Devine, Arielle Prepetit, and Gary Ray Moore. The film follows the story of an Ivy League lawyer challenging her family's claim to their longtime home, and small-town attorney LouEster Sadie Gibbs must fight a courtroom battle that pits privilege against legacy. See more on the film HERE . Bull Street has premiered at multiple film festivals, including the Pan African Film Festival and the Sarasota Film Festival . Malynda also completed production on her second film, Au Gratin , starring Tiffany Daniels, Loretta Devine, and Jay Donnell. Additional projects for Malynda include the photo/video web series “ Black Voices Heard ” (chronicling the experiences of Black Americans and seeks to amplify the experiences of Black Americans), the podcast #WeNeedToTalk (diving deep into hot topics + current events), and an array of uplifting music (adult contemporary genre). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Jerry Doby is an award-winning editor, researcher, and media executive known for bridging Hip Hop, entertainment, and business. As Editor-in-Chief of The Hype Magazine since 2012, he leads the editorial vision and digital transformation for one of the world's most influential culture publications. A recipient of The President's Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. Doby is also the only President's Lifetime Achievement Award honoree to have published research on the topic of search engine optimization, with his work discoverable on Google Scholar and ResearchGate. He serves as VP & Head of Communications for JaroGO Media and delivers clear, actionable talks on media leadership, editorial integrity, brand storytelling, and the business of culture. Dr. Doby is Author of several books based on his published paper on SEO-optimization, his latest, an Amazon Bestseller, “The New SEO Playbook for Digital Journalists: Boosting Visibility in Digital News” is based on understanding SEO in the Context of Journalism which requires a comprehensive grasp of how search engines operate and how journalism and SEO can complement each other. WATCH HERE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Kqba2lFIRA&t=1273s Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actress Kirsten Vangsness drops by the show to talk Season 20 of Criminal Minds Evolution, her journey with Penelope, and where her crazy journey as an actor has taken her. We also talk about her great podcast and Youtube show as well! Watch the interview here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QU1Gn3wQtMg&t=2s Want more? http://www.brettallan.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.