Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon
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A singular star, everyone ( and we mean everyone! ) is connected to ...KEVIN BACON.
He has starred in some of the biggest films of the last 30 years – and after years of hearing his name used alongside ‘Six Degrees’ (the idea that everyone is separated by six people or less), Kevin decided to embrace it and turned the concept into a non-profit – SixDegrees.org - in 2007.
Now, in his new podcast “Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon,” he will use his fame to feature celebrity guests and highlight their favorite charitable organizations! Each episode will feature inspirational conversations with extraordinary changemakers and how they are making a difference in the world every single day. Get ready to lean in, learn and be inspired to act.
Tune in Tuesdays for your weekly dose of #dogooders. The 'Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon' podcast. Dancing will NOT be banned.
He has starred in some of the biggest films of the last 30 years – and after years of hearing his name used alongside ‘Six Degrees’ (the idea that everyone is separated by six people or less), Kevin decided to embrace it and turned the concept into a non-profit – SixDegrees.org - in 2007.
Now, in his new podcast “Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon,” he will use his fame to feature celebrity guests and highlight their favorite charitable organizations! Each episode will feature inspirational conversations with extraordinary changemakers and how they are making a difference in the world every single day. Get ready to lean in, learn and be inspired to act.
Tune in Tuesdays for your weekly dose of #dogooders. The 'Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon' podcast. Dancing will NOT be banned.
Episodes
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Feb 13, 2024 • 58min
All About The Team with Eli Manning & The Jay Fund
2x Super Bowl Champion Eli Manning may not play for the New York Giants anymore but he still has his coach! Coach Tom Coughlin and Eli Manning huddle up with Kevin on today's show to talk a bit of football and a lot of philanthropy. Coach shares why he started the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund and why their goal of helping families affected by cancer deeply resonates with him today. To learn more and get involved with the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund, head to TCJayFund.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 8, 2024 • 45min
Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything! Pantry Pasta, Footloose 2, and the Creation of Camp Cole
BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today's episode, Kevin and Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org, field questions about the likelihood of a Footloose sequel, Kevin and Kyra's special recipe, and highlight a very special organization that helps ill and disabled kids find community. Nothing is off the table! Tune in for this intimate and touching episode of Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything. To learn more about Camp Cole, head to their website at www.campcole.org to get involved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 6, 2024 • 51min
Never Say Kill with Amanda Seyfried and Best Friends Animal Society
Hollywood sweetheart Amanda Seyfried stops by the show to catch up with Kevin and update him on life on her farm. They chat about their mutual love of all creatures and taking care of the homestead. They are joined by Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society, a "no-kill" animal welfare organization fighting to save the lives of cats and dogs all-across America, giving pets second chances and happy homes. To learn more and get involved with Best Friends Animal Society, head to BestFriends.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 30, 2024 • 49min
Laughter As Medicine with Seth & Lauren Rogen
Hollywood's favorite funnyman and his wife are on today's episode. Seth and Lauren Rogen are a breath of fresh air as they chat with Kevin about "being directed", marriage, and what it means to be an "artist." Lauren shares her personal reason for starting Hilarity For Charity, a national non-profit on a mission to care for families impacted by Alzheimer's disease today. They are joined by Amanda Quezada - Senior Manager of Communications at HFC - to discuss the organizations pillars, taking care of your brain and ways to get involved. To learn more and get involved with Hilarity For Charity head to WeAreHFC.Org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 23, 2024 • 56min
No Man Left Behind with Rob Lowe & The Wounded Warrior Project
Kevin welcomes his old friend Rob Lowe to the show. The two life-long actors reminisce about the roles they have competed for, a life in the work, writing your first book, marriage and so much more. They are joined by Dan Nevins, a wounded warrior who fought for our country and was helped by The Wounded Warrior Project in his own transition back to civilian life. They all discuss the importance of the organization for the service men and women of our country and the responsibility we all have to take care of our veterans after they return home. To learn more and get involved with the Wounded Warrior Project, head to WoundedWarriorProject.Org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 16, 2024 • 51min
Open Hearts with Jane Seymour & the Open Hearts Foundation
A true heart-to-heart in today's episode as actress and artist Jane Seymour joins Kevin. Their conversation encompasses the breadth of Jane's storied career, her mothers experience as a prisoner of war and the ripple effects this had on Jane throughout her lifetime. Open Hearts Foundation, founded by Jane in 2017, is highlighted and they are joined by Executive Director Trena Pickford to share the truth behind the mission and what is to come. To learn more and get involved with the Open Hearts Foundation, head to OpenHeartsFoundation.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 9, 2024 • 59min
Wilmer Valderrama & the United Service Organizations
Wilmer Valderrama is today's guest and he calls in from his home in California to chat with Kevin about growing up as a first generation kid in Florida, his lifelong passion for philanthropic work, and why he got involved with the United Service Organizations. They are joined by Jennifer Wahlquist – Vice President, Global Entertainment, USO - as she shares the power of theater and performance for our service men and women, why she got involved with this work, and how celebrities can get involved to bring their talents to US military bases around the world. To learn more and get involved with the United Service Organizations, head to USO.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 4, 2024 • 22min
Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything! The Legacy of Tremors, Going Down Under, and Sidewalk Angels
BONUS EPISODE! The first ever "Ask Kevin Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. Nothing is off the table as Kevin shares stories about his past films, his personal life, and organizations that we weren't able to feature in this season of Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon. Tune in for laughs and lots of fun as Kevin chats with Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org To submit your own question, head to SixDegrees.org/ask-KevinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 2, 2024 • 60min
A Simple Ask with Patton Oswalt and Alice's Kids
Funny people often overcome tragedy to bring humaneness to our everyday lives. Today's guest has done that and more! Emmy nominated comedian Patton Oswalt joins Kevin to talk about growing up as a military kid, falling in love with acting, and how they both ended up in entertainment. They are then joined by Ron Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of Alice's Kids - a non-profit focused on preserving the dignity of parents and giving kids the things they most desire though direct gifts. To learn more and get involved with the Alice's Kids, head to AlicesKids.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 19, 2023 • 52min
Learning To Fail With Bear Grylls & BecomingX
Bear Grylls, the ardent explorer, joins Kevin via iPhone from an island somewhere off the coast of Wales. In this story-filled episode, Kevin shares the most adventurous thing he has ever done, his recent frequent interactions with bears (the animal) and the delicacy of "haggis" vs "scrapple". The two discuss the spirit of adventure, how one becomes a survivalist, and the importance of teaching kids how to fail. They are joined by Paul Gurney who shares why they started BecomingX and the importance of giving people the tools they need to be the best version of themselves. To learn more and get involved with the BecomingX Foundation, head to BecomingXFoundation.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
