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Michael Marisi Ornstein is an American actor. He is best known for his recurring role as Chucky Marstein on Sons of Anarchy and its spin-off Mayans M.C.

Carson Steele is an American professional football fullback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. He played college football for the Ball State Cardinals and the UCLA Bruins. He was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent after the 2024 NFL draft.

Matt Hagan, driver of the Tony Stewart Racing Dodge // SRT Hellcat Funny Car for partners MOPAR, American Rebel Light Beer, and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage, is a four‑time NHRA Funny Car world champion (2011, 2014, 2020, and 2023). The Christiansburg, Virginia cattle rancher holds a career‑best elapsed time of 3.799 seconds (set Sept. 1, 2017 during Q1 at the NHRA U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis) and a top speed of 338.85 mph (recorded May 20, 2017 during Q2 at the former NHRA Heartland Nationals in Topeka, Kansas).

Ezekwesiri "EJ" Nduka Jr. Listen is an American professional wrestler, professional IFBB bodybuilder, and former professional football defensive end / outside linebacker. He is best known for his time in All Elite Wrestling and in their sister promotion Ring of Honor.

Tanner, an Emmy-nominated actor, producer, director, and writer, has steadily built a multifaceted career in the entertainment industry, spanning film, television, and media production. As the CEO of Silver Sail Entertainment and Co-Founder of the Mammoth Film Festival, Beard’s work has touched multiple genres, from Westerns to comedies, and his influence continues to grow both in front of and behind the camera. Beard was raised in the small town of Snyder, Texas. He comes from a diverse background, with Irish, Scottish, Norwegian, English, French, and Native American (Cherokee and Choctaw) heritage, mainly through his mother’s side. Beard’s early interest in film was sparked at a young age when he began making home movies with his family’s VHS camera. His love for storytelling and filmmaking deepened at age 16, when he had the opportunity to work on the set of Grand Champion, a film featuring stars like Julia Roberts and George Strait. This experience left a lasting impression and led him to pursue a career in the film industry.

Matt Donnelly – The Mind Noodler Comedy, Magic, and Pure EntertainmentThe Las Vegas Review-Journal recently named Matt Donnelly “Las Vegas’s Best Up-and-Coming Comedy Magician,” and audiences across North America are quickly finding out why. Performing under the banner The Mind Noodler, Matt delivers a smart, hilarious brand of magic built around storytelling, surprise, and genuine connection. Matt’s path into magic began unexpectedly while he was serving as head writer for Penn & Teller: Fool Us. Penn Jillette dared him to learn a single magic trick, telling him, “It’s harder than you think… but you might be better at it than you think.” Matt took the challenge seriously—learning one trick from seven different magicians, stitching them together into his first show, and never looking back. After years on tour opening for Piff the Magic Dragon, Matt launched his own headlining Mind Noodling show. He now performs at iconic venues such as The Magic Castle in Los Angeles, The Chicago Magic Lounge, and Nashville’s House of Cards, while also starring in national tours including The Jokers of Magic, Penn & Teller Present: The Foolers, and Comedy, Magic & Mayhem. Offstage, Matt co-hosts Penn Jillette’s award-winning podcast Penn’s Sunday School and the magic podcast Abracababble. He recently wrapped his 11th season as head writer for Fool Us on The CW and performs regularly in Las Vegas’s “Best Comedy Show,” The Bucket Show.

Bill Kottkamp is a dynamic actor and comedian whose off‑beat charisma and fearless originality have made him one of Hollywood’s most distinct emerging voices. Known for scene‑stealing turns in acclaimed series such as PEN15 and The Good Cop, he brings a rare blend of emotional honesty and comedic unpredictability to every role he inhabits. His film work spans studio comedies and cult‑favorite indies alike, including standout performances in Father of the Year, Annabelle Comes Home, Fist Fight, and the award‑nominated Moments of Clarity. Whether he’s delivering sharp comedic timing or grounding a character with unexpected vulnerability, Kottkamp has built a reputation for elevating every project with his unmistakable presence. A performer since 2012, he has steadily carved out a career defined by versatility, creative fearlessness, and a commitment to storytelling that resonates. His work continues to expand across television, film, and digital platforms, where his voice, humor, and authenticity have earned him a loyal and growing audience. Bill Kottkamp stands as a modern multi‑hyphenate—actor, comedian, and creator—whose trajectory reflects both artistic depth and a refreshing refusal to blend in.

Carson Steele is an American professional football fullback for the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League. He played college football for the Ball State Cardinals and the UCLA Bruins. He was signed by the Kansas City Chiefs as an undrafted free agent after the 2024 NFL draft.

Ben Methvin is an actor and content creator based in Los Angeles and Atlanta. Ben brings sharp comedic timing, with a serious dramatic side, and grounded authenticity to every role. He has over 350,000 followers on social media with over 400 million views. He has a passion for life and romance and this is clearly displayed in his work.

In this compelling episode, we spotlight Murray John SawChuck—an acclaimed stage illusionist, magician, comedian, actor, and host whose inventive performances have captivated audiences across Las Vegas and beyond. Known for his signature blend of humor and illusion, Murray has carved a distinct niche in the world of magic, earning the moniker “The Dennis the Menace of Magic” for his playful, mischievous stage persona. His shows are a masterful orchestration of comedic misdirection and technical precision, where apparent blunders transform into astonishing feats. Recently inducted into the Magic Hall of Fame by the International Magicians Society, Murray’s recognition reflects not only his showmanship but also his enduring contribution to the craft. With decades of experience and a deep respect for the traditions of magic, he continues to evolve the art form—infusing it with personality, unpredictability, and charm. This episode explores Murray’s creative philosophy, his journey through entertainment’s most competitive stages, and the discipline behind the magic. It’s a candid look at a performer who understands that behind every illusion is a story—and behind every laugh, a deliberate choice to connect.

Antonio Sabàto Jr. is an Italian-American actor, model, and television personality, born to Italian film star Antonio Sabàto Sr. and Czech-born Yvonne Kabouchy. His maternal lineage includes a Czech aristocrat and a Holocaust survivor, reflecting a rich and resilient heritage. Rising to fame in the 1990s as a Calvin Klein underwear model, Antonio became a household name through his role as Jagger Cates on General Hospital and later starred in The Help on the WB. A devoted father, he shares daughter Mina Bree with longtime partner Kristin Rosetti and son Antonio Harvey Sabàto III with Cheryl Moana Marie Nunes. Antonio is a passionate collector of Batman memorabilia, owns a custom Batman motorbike, and sports a hidden tattoo of a yellow moon with a black Batman symbol. He’s known for his adventurous spirit—skydiving, racing cars, and exploring art galleries—and maintains strong ties to his Italian roots in Rome, Palermo, and Sardinia. Antonio does not drink or smoke, and his charisma earned him the 2008 Fox Reality Channel Really Award for “Favorite Hottie” following his win on Celebrity Circus. A former boyfriend of Nicolette Scorsese, he has also made headlines for his political endorsements and public appearances.

Born and raised in Denmark, Lukas Hassel trained and graduated from the Samuel Beckett Theater School, Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland. Resides in the US.As a screenwriter, Lukas won the Screencraft and CineStory Fellowship as well as placing top 30 and top 40 in the Nicholl's Fellowship. Won the Shore Film Fund as well as Fresh Voices TV Pilot competition.Lukas wrote and directed the sci-fi short film "Into the Dark" which went on the win multiple awards for acting, writing and directing and played in over 70 film festivals world wide. His latest award winning horror short film, "The Son, the Father..." got a production deal after winning the Hollyshorts Film Festival competition for best screenplay and has screened on over 60 film festivals winning multiple awards. He's working on getting his first feature as a writer/director underway.He has appeared on TV recently as recurring Elias VanDyke in The Blacklist as well as in shows such as Blue Bloods, Limitless, Elementary and more. In features like The Black Room, Art of the Dead, In Sickness and more.

In this episode, Dru Hammer shares her deeply personal journey of faith, resilience, and redemption, reflecting on the defining moments that shaped her life. Dru also sheds light on the misconceptions surrounding the Hammer family. As a mother in the public eye, she discusses the values she instilled in her children and the bonds that have carried her through life's toughest trials. Finally, she speaks about her advocacy work, staying grounded in her faith, and the impact she hopes to leave not just as a Hammer, but as Dru.

Victoria Male is an internationally recognized screenwriter, earning accolades from The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, film festivals, and major industry lists. Most recently, she’s consulted for the popular entertainment apps GalateaTV and PocketFM. Her prose has appeared in over a dozen literary magazines, including oranges Journal, The Chamber Magazine, Carolina Muse, The Icarus Writing Collective, and Retrospect Journal. She’s also written op-eds and personal essays spanning a variety of topics for major publications like No Film School and Salty Magazine. A New Jersey native and Tar Heel, Victoria is a shrewd adaptor of biography, history, and mythology, and is particularly drawn to unearthing and illuminating the parts of the past that are relevant today. She seeks to balance both spectacle and character intimacy as a storyteller as well as champions inclusivity on and beyond the page. Victoria worked with some of the most prolific talent in Hollywood today through spending five years in creative development at The Montecito Picture Company under Ghostbusters’ director/producer Ivan Reitman. Recently, she aided in launching the Western arm of media startup Graphic India.

Mohamed El Manasterly is an Emmy Award-winning bilingual video editor known for his work in documentaries, narratives, commercials, and talk shows. Originally from Cairo, he moved to Los Angeles after winning an Emmy for Best Picture Editing for The Square, an Oscar-nominated documentary. His films have earned accolades at prestigious festivals such as Sundance, Toronto, and Dubai. El Manasterly has also worked on projects with Legendary Pictures and the Konwiser Brothers, contributing to a docu-series aimed at promoting innovation and STEM in America. His editing style blends cultures, making his work accessible to diverse audiences.