Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

Jay Ferguson (Mad Men, The Conners) joins us this week to share the defining moment in his life where he chose to put his ego to the side for the sake of his family and career… and how that decision ultimately lead to him landing roles on hits like Mad Men and The Conners. Jay opens up about the unexpected emotions and compounded feelings that come from the loss of a close loved one as he shares stories about his late great mother. We also get into nerves working alongside Bert Reynolds, getting an inch and taking a mile with Leonardo DiCaprio, and an all-time story about our first meeting during a sitcom.Thank you to our sponsors:⚕️ Lumen: https://lumen.me/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.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

Paul Reiser (Mad About You, Aliens) joins us this week to share his experience in this industry from developing household classics like Mad About You, to keeping a finger on the pulse by appearing in current hits like The Boys, to reinvigorating his passion and career in standup comedy. Paul talks a lot about his early aspirations as a comic, the stress he believed it would cause his family, and the importance of the jester in keeping status quo in society. We also talk about the key to Mad About You’s success, working with James Cameron in Aliens, and the complexities of Hollywood vs. simplicities of standup. Thank you to our sponsors:👕 Quince: https://quince.com/inside❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.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

Rhys Darby (Flight of the Concords, Our Flag) joins us for laughs, insights into a lighter side of life, and more laughs… look it up. Rhys talks about the comfort and comedy he was brought up under by his single mother and why he ultimately had to leave New Zealand to achieve his dreams. We also talk about humble beginnings on Flight of the Concords, the greats of improv on set, and his Yogi Bear inspired aspirations.Thank you to our sponsors:🛏️ Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.com/inside👕 Quince: https://quince.com/inside⚕️ Lumen: https://lumen.me/inside❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.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

Grant Gustin (The Flash, Glee) joins us in person this week for a deeper conversation exploring how impostor syndrome limits new creative exploration and how he’s shaken perceptions over the last few years. Grant talks about his legacy as The Flash and how he was ready for the show to come to a close during the last couple seasons after some much needed perspective. We also talk about the power of saying No, his prep for singing TV episodes during Glee, and performing theater for Spielberg. Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🚀 Rocket Money: https://rocketmoney.com/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside👕 Quince: https://quince.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

Steven Ogg (GTA, Better Call Saul) joins us this week to share his practice of setting boundaries to maintain sanity and the vulnerability he’s able to tap into to deliver dark, emotional performances. Steven talks about the simple pleasures in his life that reflect his mental health and allow understanding to take precedence over feelings. We also talk about lessons learned from leads on The Walking Dead and Better Call Saul, the truth to his opinion of Trevor on GTA, and the joys of… farting.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside⚕️ Lumen: https://lumen.me/inside👕 Quince: https://quince.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

Wendi McLendon-Covey, an actress known for her roles in Bridesmaids and The Goldbergs, shares her journey through the comedy landscape. She reveals how close she was to quitting acting before landing crucial roles and discusses her fierce battle to secure her place in Bridesmaids. Wendi also reflects on the decade spent filming The Goldbergs, the challenges of improvisation, and her insights on navigating mental health in a competitive industry. Her candid anecdotes highlight resilience and the joy of creative collaboration.

Kevin Durand (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, The Strain) joins us this week to share how he went from professional hockey aspirations as an 11th generation Canadian lumberjack to pursuing his dreams of acting and storytelling in Hollywood. Kevin talks about the difficult impact of prepping for the physicality of certain roles like Planet of the Apes and a Hulk Hogan biopic have taken on his body; while sharing his aspirations to explore roles ‘outside the box’ of his typical character type. We also talk about the daily work he does to maintain a positive, gracious state of mind and how embracing ‘ignorance is bliss’ has helped him rediscover joy in life. Thank you to our sponsors:⚕️ Lumen: https://lumen.me/inside🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside🛏️ Helix Sleep: https://helixsleep.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

Lucy Lawless, best known as the iconic Xena, shares her vibrant journey from warrior princess to documentary filmmaker. She dives into her latest project, Look Away, which spotlights the thrilling yet traumatic life of a journalist in war zones. Lawless reflects on her time portraying Xena, discussing her role as a voice for the marginalized and her experiences overcoming PTSD. She candidly addresses challenges during nude scenes in Spartacus and highlights the transformative power of parenthood in her life.

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.