Elijah Wood, celebrated for portraying Frodo Baggins in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, shares his transformative journey from child actor to respected artist. He reveals the bold risks that helped him land iconic roles and reflects on the importance of a balanced perspective in the face of fame. The conversation touches on shared experiences with panic attacks, the significance of passion in his projects, and the pressures of public life. Elijah's insights bridge personal growth and the authenticity of storytelling in filmmaking.

Rose McIver, a talented New Zealand actress known for her roles in 'iZombie' and 'Ghosts', shares her journey of balancing gratitude and humor in her diverse acting career. She discusses the unique challenges of character building in both shows and reflects on the importance of coping with uncertainty. With wit and insight, Rose emphasizes finding the silver linings in tough situations and cherishes the pride of being 'worth the flight.' Her engaging anecdotes provide a glimpse into the life of an actress navigating the ups and downs of the industry.

Nathan Mitchell (The Boys, Ginny & Georgia) joins us this week to share the growth of his career in this industry and the validation that comes from within until you get big breaks like the hit series The Boys and Ginny & Georgia. Nathan talks about landing The Boys during a lull in his confidence as an actor and the reflections he has as the show comes to its end in Season 5. We also talk about his personal difficulties filming Arrow, learning how to balance life and work, and his early aspirations as a sharkeologist.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🧠 Qualialife: https://qualialife.com/iou🚀 Rocket Money: https://rocketmoney.com/inside🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside📕 MasterClass: https://masterclass.com/inside__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/__________________________________________________Watch or listen to more episodes!📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show__________________________________________________Follow us online!📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ike Barinholtz, a talented actor and comedian well-known from 'MadTV' and 'The Mindy Project,' shares his journey from a comedy-filled childhood to navigating the ups and downs of showbiz. He discusses the reality check after 'MadTV,' his fears joining the writing team for 'The Mindy Project,' and how he passed the 'crazy test' in his writing. Ike also reflects on his memorable stint on 'Celebrity Jeopardy' and offers tips on improv, making for an entertaining dive into the world of comedy and personal growth.

Frankie Muniz, best known for his role in 'Malcolm in the Middle' and as a race car driver, engages in a candid dialogue about the hurdles faced by child actors and the impacts of parenthood. He reflects on his parenting challenges and the emotional complexities shaped by childhood experiences, like parental divorce. Frankie shares his journey in racing, discussing the misconceptions and dangers involved, and offers a glass-half-full perspective on navigating fame while embracing his passions. This honest conversation highlights resilience and the complexities of family dynamics.

Christopher Judge, known for his iconic roles as Teal'c in Stargate SG-1 and Kratos in God of War, shares his powerful journey from a tumultuous upbringing to Hollywood stardom. He discusses the trauma of growing up with an abusive father and how it shaped his acting career. Judge reveals the coincidental circumstances that landed him his role in Stargate and how football acted as an emotional outlet. He also reflects on the significance of vulnerability in his craft and the healing power of forgiveness.

Simon Pegg, renowned for his roles in Shaun of the Dead and the Mission: Impossible series, shares his journey from indie success to blockbuster fame while navigating the shadows of depression. He speaks candidly about his brotherhood with Nick Frost, their unwavering support for each other, and the origins of the beloved Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy. Insights on the 'Tom Cruise effect' during filming and invaluable advice from Jeff Bridges add depth to his reflections on mental health and the importance of authenticity in the chaotic world of Hollywood.

🎬 Check out Danny's new film 'Seven Cemeteries' now available on Digital and On-demand!Danny Trejo (Machete, Desperado) joins us this week to share his story of breaking cycles of incarceration to make it in Hollywood and ultimately transform his life to lead with gratitude. Danny opens up about his misguided childhood and the lessons learned growing up behind bars. We also talk about the heart and horror in his new film Seven Cemeteries, tension working with method actors, and longevity at 80 years old.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🦰 Nutrafol: https://nutrafol.com + "inside"🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/inside🌟 JCPenney: https://www.jcpenney.com__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/__________________________________________________Watch or listen to more episodes!📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show__________________________________________________Follow us online!📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cassandra Peterson (Elvira: Mistress of the Dark) joins us this week to grace us with stories she couldn’t share before her book release… warnings from Elvis, retiring her Elvira get-up, coming out and more! We talk about what could have been with Paul McCartney and other iconic stories during her tenure as Mistress of the Dark. Cassandra shares the impact of helping people embrace being different, what made her accept the path to Elvira, and the heartbreak of losing Paul Rubin (Pee-wee Herman).Thank you to our sponsors:🚀 Rocket Money: https://rocketmoney.com/inside🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside🌟 JCPenney: https://www.jcpenney.com__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/__________________________________________________Watch or listen to more episodes!📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show__________________________________________________Follow us online!📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Eric Roberts (Dark Knight, The Pope of Greenwich Village) joins us this week on the heels of the release of his new memoir ‘Runaway Train: or, The Story of My Life So Far’ to share lessons learned through his decades experience with this industry… from the misconceptions that come early in an actor’s career, to realizing fear is behind ego, to a life changing break by adopting honesty. Eric opens up about his mental health journey and how he’s been able to clear clouds of depression while realizing commonality through therapy. We also talk about his bond with Mickey Rourke, the serendipity of meeting his wife, and being humbled on Dancing with the Stars.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🚀 Rocket Money: https://rocketmoney.com/inside🌟 JCPenney: https://www.jcpenney.com__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/__________________________________________________Watch or listen to more episodes!📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show__________________________________________________Follow us online!📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices