Kahnversations Podcast

    New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Tony Denison! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Tony Denison. In addition to his role on TNT’s MAJOR CRIMES, Tony most recently completed shooting the feature film DEEP WOODS and is currently recurring as Vic Callan on CBS’s new drama, ALL RISE. He has also formed a production company with friend and partner Joel Bess called Jucilian Productions. With New York stage credits under his belt, Tony Denison made his momentous television debut starring in Michael Mann’s critically acclaimed drama, CRIME STORY, as Ray Luca. He received a fistful of kudos, including recognition from Time Magazine as television’s best villain of the 1980s. Denison has appeared in more than two-dozen motion pictures, including ATLAS SHRUGGED: WHO IS JOHN GALT, ART OF REVENGE and LITTLE VEGAS. He was recently cast as Ed Reilly in THE OBAMA EFFECT, directed by and starring Charles Dutton. Also, Tony had a wonderful time starring in TRATTORIA, in which he plays a chef who recog

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor  Andy Favreau!     In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Andy Favreau. A Massachusetts native, Andy attended Suffolk University in Boston for four years of undergrad and two years of graduate school earning a Masters in Criminology and Law and Public Administration.  It wasn’t until after graduation that Andy realized, yes, he wanted to be a cop, but he kinda sorta just wanted to play one on T.V. In 2011, with his degrees firmly packed away in a 18x14 cardboard box, he drove 3,000 miles across the country to Los Angeles. After a few years of trying to find his footing, Andy started to work consistently. Most notably, he was a series regular on Mindy Kaling’s NBC comedy series CHAMPIONS. He has also had recurring roles on SINGLE PARENTS, ANIMAL KINGDOM, THE MICK, and AQUARIUS. And soon you will see him in the HULU limited series LITTLE FIRES EVERYWHERE. Othe

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Taylor Zakhar Perez!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Taylor Zakhar Perez. Taylor Zakhar Perez just wrapped Netflix’s sequel to the #1 most watched film of 2018, THE KISSING BOOTH, starring opposite Emmy Nominated actress Joey King.  Zakhar Perez was born in South Chicago. He began his journey in opera houses performing musical theatre at an early age which untimely lead him to pursue his film and television career.  After moving to Los Angeles, he booked his first role guest-starring role opposite Emily Osment and Amy Carrero in “Young and Hungry”, NBC/Sony’s forever-in-contention pilot “Cruel Intentions” with Sarah Michelle Gellar and Peter Gallagher followed, and then starred in Michael De Luca’s limited series “Embeds”. After more appearances on CBS’s “Code Black”, YoutubeRed’s “12 Deadly Days”, and ABC’s “Scandal” he joined the cast of the international phenomenon “The Kissing Boo

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Cathy Marks!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Cathy Marks. Cathy was born in Seattle, Washington but her time there was short before moving to Dallas, Texas. Cathy is the youngest of three siblings, proudly proclaiming herself "the black sheep" of the family--- always having a knack for the arts and being a little...out there. Classically trained and growing up in the theatre, she studied acting professionally before transitioning into film and television, and thus arriving in Los Angeles!   Cathy has since acted alongside Jamie Lee Curtis, Emma Roberts, and Abigail Breslin in FOX's SCREAM QUEENS, appeared in a second Ryan Murphy produced show in FX's AMERICAN HORROR STORY, and is currently recurring in CBS's THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS. Cathy has a strong gift in comedy, studying with The Groundlings, performing stand-up, and having had several internet sketches go viral. Follow her on Instagram to see what she's getting

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with TV Host/Spokesperson/Actor Shannon O'Dowd!!!   In this episode of "Kahnversations" we interview Shannon O'Dowd Shannon O’Dowd is a TV Host/Spokesperson as well as an on-camera coach and media trainer who specializing in TV hosts, influencers, and experts. Originally from St. Petersburg, FL with a degree in Theatre Performance from Florida State University, she has been working on both sides of the camera (as on-camera host and also as a coach), for well over a decade.    As on-camera talent, she has been the spokesperson for several national commercial campaigns including Cable One, Sunsweet Raisins, OfficeMax, Invisalign, and Nissan. As a host, she has been on QVC as well as being the face of many spots in the infomercial world including Keurig, Aerobed, Instant Figure, Nano Gym, Lipozene, Bankruptcy Legal Network, etc.   As a coach, she has clients on the Today Show, the Doctors, HGTV, Hallmark, WE, DIY, QVC, HSN, and on talk shows, news appearances, morning shows, and more

  In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Christina Vidal. Christina Vidal was born and raised in Whitestone, Queens, New York. The youngest child of Puerto Rican parents Josephine and Manuel, Vidal always marched to the beat of her own drum. She began acting by chance when her junior high school teacher gave her a flyer for an open audition in the film LIFE WITH MIKEY.  Eventually, Christina landed the lead role with Michael J. Fox and achieved two milestones: her professional debut and becoming the first Puerto Rican child actress to play a lead in an American film. For high school, Christina attended the Performing Arts School of New York. Vidal was just getting started. She has since appeared in many television series and specials, holding both series lead and series regular roles. Vidal is often known for her performance in the title role of Nickelodeon’s TAINA which ran for two seasons. She later went to star in FREAKY FRIDAY opposite Lindsay Lohan (2003) and SEE NO EVIL (2006).

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Ellen Humphreys!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Ellen Humphreys. Ellen Humphreys is a New Mexico-based actress. She was born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she got her first on-set SAG film experience fresh out of high school as a stand-in, driving double, background casting associate and more. After receiving her BFA in Theatre Arts, she moved to Los Angeles and found Lesly Kahn’s Comedy Intensive. With a year of audition practice and practical job skills beneath her belt, she moved to New Mexico to find her place in its blossoming film & television biz. Her love of acting was founded upon, and will forever be fueled by her absolute adoration of the spoken word. Some favorite past productions include IN THE NEXT ROOM by Sarah Ruhl (Santa Barbara, 2016), and HOME WITH A VIEW OF THE MONSTER. Catch her in the film OUTLAWS DON’T GET FUNERALS, streaming now on Amazon and the upcoming film, RUNNIN

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Skye Marshall! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Skye Marshall. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Skye is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. After her enlistment was fulfilled, Skye returned home to Chicago and graduated from Northeastern Illinois University, with Honors. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in Communication, Media & Theatre (CMT Program). After graduation, she moved to New York City, where she trained at Stella Adler Studio of Acting and the Broadway Dance Center. Skye resides in Los Angeles, CA. Her television credits include THE MENTALIST, DEXTER, MAJOR CRIMES, SHAMELESS, GREY'S ANATOMY, NCIS, THE ROOKIE, and she heavily recurs on DC Comics BLACK LIGHTNING and ABC's THE FIX. Skye also had the honor of starring alongside Sir Anthony Hopkins and Al Pacino in the Lionsgate film, MISCONDUCT.   Follow her on Instagram: @skyepmarshall. . You can download or su

In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Timothy Davis. Timothy Davis is an actor & writer probably best known as Chef Ryan on the hit showtime series, BILLIONS. he is the lead of the upcoming independent film DOE, also starring oscar-winner mira sorvino and Tatyana Ali from FRESH PRINCE OF BEL AIR.  He made his professional television debut as many new york actors do: getting shot in the face on LAW AND ORDER, in his case special victims unit, and made his professional film debut in Steven Soderbergh’s THE GIRLFRIEND EXPERIENCE.  He’s been a student at Lesly Kahn’s for over six years and a teacher here for way less than that, he’s a lifetime member of the actors studio and a black belt in Brazilian jiu jitsu. You can download or subscribe to our podcast for FREE by clicking below. If you like “Kahnversations,” please leave a rating or review on our iTunes page!   There are so many inspiring podcasts with fabulous stars out there. But their careers feel light years away

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Angelique Cabral!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Angelique Cabral. Angelique Cabral currently stars as ‘Colleen’ on CBS’ hit comedy LIFE IN PIECES. She is currently out in the indie film ALL ABOUT NINA, written and directed by Eva Vives. Cabral co-starred in Zoe Lister-Jones’ comedy, BAND AID, which premiered at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival.   Cabral graduated from high school as Valedictorian, summa cum laude and was recruited to Indiana University with a prestigious academic Wells Scholarship. While there, she double majored in French and Musical Theater, studied abroad for a semester in London, attending the British American Dramatic Academy, and then lived in Paris for a summer where she attended IES (Institute of European Studies) school.  After graduation she moved to New York City in 2001, where she pursued her dream of becoming an actress.  On television, she starred as the female lead in t

    New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Monty Geer! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Monty Geer. Monty Geer, known as "Cole" on MTV’s AWKWARD and as the guy always late to class at Lesly Kahn, has been making comedies since he was 8 years old living in the woods of Washington state. When he was 16, he moved to NYC to study at the New York Film Academy and New York University. While in New York, Monty competed in national stand-up competitions on TBS, won national sketch competitions and sold his own scripted series to MSN. Monty’s comedy got recognized, he wrote monologue jokes for over 60 episodes of LATE NIGHT WITH JIMMY FALLON, articles on COLLEGE HUMOR, sketches for FUNNY OR DIE, and jokes on two COMEDY CENTRAL ROASTS. That’s when Monty moved to LA and was cast in MTV’s #1 scripted and critically acclaimed series, AWKWARD. His character “Cole” was a fan favorite and the series was nominated for 3 People Choice Awards, winning one, along with winning a Tee

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Lisa Linke! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Lisa Linke. Lisa Linke is a Midwesterner to the core, she will pick up litter wherever she goes, delivers casseroles after births and funerals, and already loves your pets. An improv veteran, she moved to Los Angeles from Chicago, five and a half years ago and hit the ground running at Lesly Kahn & Co. In the last sixteen months, she has shot costars and guest stars in LOVE on Netflix, THIS IS US, MODERN FAMILY, Disney’s BUNK’D, TEACHERS, GREY’S ANATOMY, FOR THE PEOPLE and upcoming projects for Apple TV and Hulu.  She currently teaches a Comedy Intensive at Lesly Kahn & Co. and co-teaches an ongoing class with the delightful, dreamy, hilarious Tiffany Elle.    You can download or subscribe to our podcast for FREE by clicking below. If you like “Kahnversations,” please leave a rating or review on our iTunes page!   There are so many inspiring podcasts with fabulo

In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Olivia Applegate. Olivia Applegate is an actor multi-hyphenate based in Los Angeles. Originally from Austin, TX, Olivia got her start when she landed a role in Terrence Malick’s feature, SONG TO SONG, alongside heavy hitters such as Ryan Gosling, Michael Fassbender, Natalie Portman and Rooney Mara.  She continued as an Indie Darling, starring in several critically acclaimed features including KRISHA, which won the Audience and Grand Jury Prizes at SXSW and was an official selection at the Semaine de la Critique at Cannes. Her indie film success combined with her star turn singing on NBC’s AMERICA'S GOT TALENT, garnered her representation in LA. Since moving West, Olivia has booked roles on NBC’s REVOLUTION, Fox’s THE GIFTED and the upcoming shows EUPHORIA, for HBO starring Zendaya, and Bravo’s limited series, DIRTY JOHN, starring Connie Britton and Eric Bana. She’s also the lead in streaming site Passionflix’s new series, DRIVEN, acting opposite fel

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Madeline Zima!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Madeline Zima. Madeline Zima is a filmmaker and actress with over three decades of experience in the film and television industry. Her first short film, WARM HUMAN MAGIC, premiered this year at Dances With Films, and was also programmed at the Female Eye Film Fest and the Madrid International Film Festival, where it was nominated for Best New Filmmaker and Best Actress. As an actress, Madeline was recently hand-picked by David Lynch for Showtime's TWIN PEAKS reboot and was a series regular on CALIFORNICATION (SHOWTIME). Madeline, a former child actor, made her debut in the film THE HAND THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE as well as the 90's sitcom THE NANNY (CBS). She's recurred and guest starred on dozens of TV shows, most notably HEROES (NBC), THE VAMPIRE DIARIES (CW), Amazon's BETAS, GREY'S ANATOMY (ABC), and ROYAL PAINS (USA). Her favorite film role was starring in MY OWN LOVE SON

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Neil Flynn! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Neil Flynn. Neil Richard Flynn is an American actor, comedian and voice actor. He is best known for his role as Mike Heck in the ABC comedy series, THE MIDDLE (2009–2018). Flynn has had notable appearances in many prolific television programs, such as THAT '70s SHOW, SEINFELD, CSI and SMALLVILLE and the television films, IT'S A VERY MERRY MUPPET CHRISTMAS MOVIE and WAKE UP, RON BURGUNDY: THE LOST MOVIE. His film career includes performances in THE FUGITIVE, HOME ALONE 3, MEAN GIRLS, INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL and THE RESURRECTION OF GAVIN STONE. Flynn's credits also extend to voice-acting work with roles in movies including CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS, prime-time TV shows KING OF THE HILL, BOB'S BURGERS, BUZZ LIGHTYEAR OF STAR COMMAND and CLONE HIGH. In 2015, he joined The CW's ARROWVERSE with a starring role in the DC web series VIXEN (2015–

In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Alex Quijano. A northern California native, Alex attended The University of California @ Davis and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology while also pitching for the Aggie baseball team…the perfect beginning for every actor. After graduation, he crushed his parents “Our son is going to be a doctor!” dreams and moved to LA to become an actor. After grinding his way through serving jobs and substitute teaching Algebra, Geometry, and Art, Alex finally broke into the commercial world with the never award winning, Spanish market only Tecate beer commercial as...a baseball player (no dialogue). Thankfully this crumb of hope led him to quitting all other jobs and fully pursuing acting. That lasted 4 months and he returned to the serving world. After that kick of reality to the face, he became more driven and 3 short years later actually began working commercially (union only people). This string of success led him to getting hip pocketed by

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Benjamin Schrader!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Benjamin Schrader. A Seattle native, Benjamin attended Cornish College of the Arts and began his professional acting career at The Village Theatre and Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre. In New York, he was part of the original 2007 workshopping team for Trey Parker and Matt Stone’s Broadway mega-hit THE BOOK OF MORMON, and went on to be a member of the original TONY winning Broadway cast. Benjamin received a Grammy nod for THE BOOK OF MORMON Grammy Award-winning cast album. Schrader also starred on Broadway in AVENUE Q, the 2009 revival of RAGTIME, the 2004 Broadway revival of Deaf West’s BIG RIVER, and was instrumental in the development of the character Gabe in the Pulitzer Prize winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL. In 2013, Benjamin toured the country with the TONY Award-winning Broadway production of PETER AND THE STARCATCHER, directed by the legendary actor/director Roger Re

New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Jolie Jenkins! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Jolie Jenkins. Jolie currently stars in the new Netflix multi-camera comedy ALEXA & KATIE, premiering in early 2018. Her most recent credits also include a recurring role on Netflix’s ONE DAY AT A TIME, and as many commercials as she is lucky enough to book. Jenkins grew up singing and dancing in Boulder, Colorado and San Diego, California before attending Occidental College. She then headed to New York, performing on Broadway in THE WHO’S TOMMY, and in numerous Off-Broadway and Regional theatre productions, including THE FANTASTICKS at the original Sullivan Street Playhouse, and at Ford’s Theatre in Washington D.C. She made the move to Los Angeles, and has been busy working in television ever since. Her 20 years of credits include 2 BROKE GIRLS, LIV AND MADDIE, HOUSE OF LIES, DEVIOUS MAIDS, PRIVATE PRACTICE, HOW I MET YOUR MOTHER, DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES, PSYCH, SHASTA MCNASTY, THE WEST WING, THE X-FILES

        New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Actor Alanna Ubach!   In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Alanna Ubach. Alanna Noël Ubach was born in Downey, California, USA and is of Puerto Rican and Mexican decent. A chameleon-like actress and voice over talent, she is best known for her roles in MEET THE FOCKERS, RANGO, the Peabody Award- winning MEN OF A CERTAIN AGE, HUNG, LEGALLY BLONDE, WAITING, and her portrayal of Jo Frumpkis in Bravo's first scripted series,  GIRLFRIENDS' GUIDE TO DIVORCE. She was recently seen in the Netflix film TO THE BONE, alongside Lily Collins and Keanu Reeves, and has a voiceover role in Pixar's upcoming COCO. She has voiced several cartoon roles on series such as EL TIGRE, WELCOME TO THE WAYNE, TEAMO SUPREMO and HANDY MANDY!   Ubach is hardly recognizable from one character to the next, leveraging her broad width of versatility on stage, screen, and animation. She began acting professionally at the age of five.

  New "Kahnversations" Podcast with Writer/Comedian Dani Fernandez! In this episode of "Kahnversations," we interview Dani Fernandez. Dani is a writer, comedian, and host whose work can be seen on Fullscreen, New Form, HyperRPG, Valiant Digital Comics, Epic Meal Time, Geek & Sundry, Funimation, Sourcefed, Screen Junkies, Cracked.com, and VH1. She has written and performed at Tournament of Nerds at the Upright Citizens Brigade, Cracked.com LIVE, The Comedy Store’s ROAST BATTLE and THE HISTORICAL ROAST at Meltdown. Dani has also been a panelist and moderator discussing the importance of diversity in television & film at San Diego Comic Con, WonderCon, and Stan Lee's LA Comic Con. She is currently in a serious relationship with her dog. Wait, that sounds weird.  You can download or subscribe to the podcast for FREE by clicking below. If you like “Kahnversations,” please leave a rating or review on our iTunes page!   There are so many inspiring podcasts