Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

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

DJ Qualls, known for roles in Supernatural and Hustle & Flow, shares his journey from a strict rural upbringing to Hollywood. He discusses hiding his sexuality in a challenging industry, reflecting on the evolving dynamics today. Qualls dives into his mental health struggles while navigating fame and the pressures of authenticity. He also recounts the emotional impact of childhood trauma and the importance of genuine connections, as well as his experiences on set, including the low-budget filmmaking of Hustle & Flow.

Heather Graham, renowned for her roles in Boogie Nights and The Hangover, opens up about her journey in Hollywood, emphasizing the pride of being her own boss. She shares fascinating insights from her latest film, Chosen Family, and reflects on the unpredictable nature of capturing iconic moments in Boogie Nights. The discussion shifts to empowering women in Westerns, the complexities of attraction and intelligence, and the emotional journey of filmmaking. Heather’s stories reveal the heart behind her creative endeavors and the importance of independence.

Michael Dorn, best known for his iconic portrayal of Worf in Star Trek, shares fascinating insights about his record-setting tenure in the franchise. He reflects on his audition experiences alongside legends like James Avery and discusses the importance of embracing being an outsider. Dorn opens up about escaping the Hollywood grind, his life-altering prostate cancer diagnosis, and a humorous uncredited role in Rocky. His journey highlights resilience, camaraderie among cast members, and the profound impact of fan interactions at conventions.

Meg Donnelly (Zombies, American Housewife) joins us this week to share the duality of having a history of severe anxiety while being an entertainer, and how she’s been able to turn that into a superpower over the last few years navigating this industry. Meg talks about pessimistic expectations going into new projects and her feelings after the Winchesters/ losing the Supernatural fanbase. We also talk about the wonderful world of farts, falling in love on set, and being haunted by bad first impressions.Thank you to our sponsors:🦰 Nutrafol: https://nutrafol.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