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The Sackhoff Show

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Oct 29, 2024 • 1h 17min

Sasheer Zamata talks Agatha All Along and Riding Witch Brooms

Happy Halloween! This week, I got to sit down with the hilarious Sasheer Zamata, and we talked about everything from her stand-up comedy to starring in Agatha All Along as the witch Jennifer. You’ll hear all about her journey from SNL into the Marvel Universe, her actual passion for witch history, how comedy has always been a part of her life, and how she’s a late-in-life lesbian. Stick around for the hindsight, where my producer Jeph and I answer your comments and emails.Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Oct 22, 2024 • 1h 43min

Rebecca Mader on Lost, Once Upon a Time, and Why She Keeps Coming Back

On today’s episode, I sit down with my friend Rebecca Mader, known for her unforgettable roles on Once Upon a Time and Lost. We dive into some very fun stories about how we met at a convention (spoiler alert: it involves us both dropping to the ground). We talk about the world of Comic-Cons, motherhood, and how we’re pretty sure our kids love us!Rebecca also shares her experiences in Hollywood, playing the Wicked Witch of the West, being stuck in Hawaii asking herself why she was still on Lost, and how much she wants to be in a comedy. Rebecca is too fun and a riot to talk to. You don’t want to miss this one. Plus, stick around for my Hindsight segment with my producer, Jeph, where we answer your questions in the Mail Sack and try to keep it under 30 minutes.Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Oct 15, 2024 • 1h 29min

Jonathan Frakes on his Star Trek family, Next Gen struggles, Directing, and Fan Con secrets

Hey everyone! In this episode, I get to sit down (leg over the chair) with the lovely Jonathan Frakes, who, of course, played the legendary (and dreamy) William T. Riker on Star Trek: The Next Generation.We dive into so much—getting the role on Next Gen, his first directing job, and even his thoughts on the convention circuit and the sweaty fans. You guys, I so want to be in Star Trek and I’m hoping Jonathan can help me do that. I pitched myself pretty hard here, so fingers crossed!Stick around for the hindsight to find out how much of a Star Trek nerd my producer, Jeph, is while we answer your comments and emails in the Mail Sack.Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Oct 8, 2024 • 1h 51min

Eman Esfandi's Journey to Ezra Bridgers and the Power of 24hr Coffee Shops

Hi everyone! In this episode, I am so excited today because I am talking to Ezra Bridger himself from Ahsoka, aka Eman Esfandi! You guys, Eman is so sweet and genuine. We dive into everything from how spirituality plays a huge role in his life, to the wild story of how Ezra quite literally found him. Eman talks about growing up with immigrant parents, pivoting from tennis dreams to acting, and how he almost quit the industry before landing in the Star Wars universe. Plus, we get into his music career as DragonWulf and how following his joy helped him manifest all the great things that have happened to him. I love this episode so much. Eman is so honest and has lived a lot of lives at only 27 years old. You’re going to love it. Remember to stick around to the hindsight where my producer Jeph and I discuss the episode and try not to get me canceled. We also respond to your comments and emails in the Mail Sack!Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Oct 1, 2024 • 1h 42min

Bear McCreary on Creating Battlestar’s Soundtrack and His Journey into Music

Bear McCreary, an award-winning composer known for his work on Battlestar Galactica and Outlander, shares his musical journey and creative process. He reveals how he landed the iconic Battlestar gig at just 24 and discusses his new double album, 'The Singularity,' featuring Slash. They dive into the emotional impact of music, McCreary's evolution as a composer, and the balance between ambition and joy in artistic pursuits. Plus, humorous anecdotes about carpet beetles and bedbugs lighten the mood!
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Sep 24, 2024 • 1h 34min

Bitsie Tulloch on the legacy of Grimm, Superman & Lois coming to an end, and how she ended up as an actor after Harvard

Hey everyone, in this episode, I sit down with the amazing Bitsie Tulloch, known for her roles as Juliette Silverton in Grimm and Lois Lane in Superman & Lois. I was really excited to talk with Bitsie because I've only ever seen her at cons for short moments. It was great to talk to her about how she got into acting after going to Harvard(!) and the unexpected path that led her to iconic roles in Grimm and, of course, as Lois Lane. We also talk about how she balances family life with her daughter and husband, David Giuntoli while surviving Hollywood and staying out of the public eye, as well as our shared love of Portland. Stick around for the hindsight where I read your comments and emails to find out what word I can't spell for the life of me... Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Sep 17, 2024 • 1h 35min

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee Can't Believe He's in Star Wars and Why There Isn't a Carson Teva Action Figure

In today’s episode, I’m chatting with my friend Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, who you probably know from Kim’s Convenience and just about every Star Wars show out there right now (The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka) as Captain Carson Teva. Paul’s journey from an immigrant family to fulfilling his nerd dream of being a part of the Star Wars universe is amazing, and we dive deep into what it’s like growing up in Canada, deciding to be an actor against his parent's wishes, and having to navigate Hollywood as an Asian actor. We also talk about his passion for collecting, the joy he finds in the Star Wars fandom, and why there's no Carson Teva action figure! Paul is just one of the kindest and most genuine people I’ve met, and I can’t wait for you all to hear his story. Enjoy this fantastic conversation with one of the best, and stick around for the Hindsight where I answer your comments and emails. Send us your emails at thesackhoffshow@gmail.com. Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 36min

Titus Welliver talks Bosch, Watchmen, The Mandalorian, and his favorite books

Hello everyone, today we have Bosch himself, Titus Welliver, to talk about his life, playing Bosch (of course), his role on The Mandalorian, our new show Watchmen Chapter 1, and acting in general. Honestly, I was a little nervous to talk to him because he's kind of an intimidating guy, but it turns out he's an absolute sweetheart. Tune in to meet the sweet man underneath the tattoos and find out if I can pronounce Rorschach or not. Stick around for the hindsight, where we dissect the episode and answer your comments and emails.Send us your emails at thesackhoffshow@gmail.com.  Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Sep 3, 2024 • 1h 26min

Jon Huertas on This is Us, directing, and leaving LA

Today on the show we’ve got my friend and former neighbor, Jon Huertas. I actually don’t know how I met Jon, but he’s been a good friend for many years, and I was excited to catch up with him, learn more about his work on This Is Us and Band of Brothers, and get some tips on directing from him. Enjoy! That’s what’s up! Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles
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Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 36min

Jewel Staite on the magic of Firefly, and posting sexy photos

VIDEO IS BACK!!! You asked, we listened. I talk about why in the hindsight, so do stick around for that. Before that, our first honored video guest is certified Firefly-legend Jewel Staite. Not one to miss, folks. That's what's up! Produced by Rabbit Grin ProductionsMail Sack Song by Nicolas @producer_sniffles

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