The Man Cave Chronicles w/ Elias

Actor Aedin Mincks recently joined host Elias in the cave. We talk about Season 3 of Cobra Kai, he shares his story on how he got into acting, working on Ted, playing young Alan in The Hangover, and much more! You can find Aedin on Instagram @aedinmincks and Twitter @AedinMincks As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!   This interview is also available on YouTube  

Mary Kate Wiles recently joined host Elias in the cave. Mary Kate Wiles stars in the lead role web series Wayward Guide for The Untrained Eye, created by the Tin Can Brothers (Joey Richter, Brian Rosenthal and Cory Lubowich). The cast also includes Sean Astin, Darren Criss and Steve Zaragoza. After uncovering a secret race of werewolves living among humans, podcast host, Artemis, and her twin brother, Paul, must decide who to trust and the price they’re willing to pay for a juicy story. Wayward Guide is a 10 episode quarter hour live-action series and a 11 episode narrative podcast that will be released weekly. You can find Mary Kate on Instagram @mkwiles  As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!    

Actor DeShawn Cavanaugh joins host Elias in the cave. You recently saw DeShawn on the new Saved By The Bell that premiered on Peacock. We talk about his career, working on HBO's Ballers as Teenage Spencer, Schooled, and his new role as Colt on Saved By The Bell!  You can find DeShawn on Instagram @deshawncav  As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!

Joe Seo returns to the cave to talk about Season 3 of Cobra Kai on Netflix, the return of Kyler, and more! You can find Joe on Instagram @Seonoopy and Twitter @Seonoopy As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!   This interview is also available on YouTube

Tucker Albrizzi joins host Elias in the cave. You recently saw Tucker on Netflix's Mr. Iglesias as Walt, part 3 recently premiered on Dec 8th 2020. Tucker portrays one the more colorful struggling high school students in Mr. Iglesias’ history class. With enormous curiosity and wisdom well beyond his years, Tucker has  harnessed his unique long-time passion for tea by traveling the world, and learning about all types of tea cultures. Tucker took this passion to the next level in becoming a certified Tea Master in China. He’s obsessed with pandas, loves playing video games and is an expert on all things Geek. A brother to a cancer survivor and an animal lover, Tucker pours his heart into the Be The Match national bone marrow organization and can often be found with his dogs, a Pug named Sweet Pea and a Chiweenie named Keke. You can find Tucker on Instagram @tuckeralbrizzi  and Twitter @tuckeralbrizzi As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!  

Natasha Marc joins host Elias in the cave. Natasha recently starred in Showtime's limited series The Good Lord Bird as Pie, the show's sexy, scheming hooker. Based on James McBride's 2013 novel of the same name, The Good Lord Bird tells the story of Henry "Little Onion" Shackleford, a newly freed slave who joins the holy crusade of whacky abolitionist John Brown played by Ethan Hawke.  Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, Natasha is a proud survivor of Hurricane Katrina. In a true example of turning tragedy to triumph, Natasha moved to Los Angeles in a rescue effort in the Katrina aftermath. The ingenue's credits include Timeless (NBC), Ballers (HBO), The Rookie (ABC) as well as leading roles in independent films Dutch and California Love. Natasha has also appeared in several national commercials, notable music videos and earning titles in fitness competitions. You can find Natasha on Instagram @natashamarc and Twitter @natashamarc As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!  

Actress, writer, and producer Ellen Hollman joins host Elias in the cave. We talk about her new film Army of One which can be seen now on streaming and on demand on all platforms. Ellen shares what it was like working with Keanu on Matrix 4 during the pandemic, her days on Spartacus, stunt work, career & more.  You can find Ellen on Instagram @ellenhollman and Twitter @EllenHollman As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!      

Actress Kristen Vaganos joins host Elias in the cave. Kristen recently starred in Patrick Rea's "I am Lisa" as a newbie lycanthrope who seeks revenge on those who left for dead – and in the vicinity of a hungry werewolf. The film is rentable now online and coming to streaming, DVD, On Demand, and Blu-Ray in January 2021.  Kristen grew up in Philadelphia with her stereotypically crazy Greek-American family and graduated from NYU Tisch School of the Arts with a BFA in Drama. Coming soon, Kristen stars in Wedding Screeners a Hallmark rom-com,  Obsessed With the Babysitter a dance thriller premiering on Lifetime on January 9th 2021, and The Hoarding, a short directed by and starring Karen Gillan of Jumanji and Avengers, that is currently being developed into a feature film with Warner Bros. A sequel to I Am Lisa is also in development. You can find Kristen on Instagram @kvaganos and Twitter @kvaganos As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!          

Actor Benjamin Hollingsworth recently joined host Elias in the cave. You recently saw Benjamin on Season 2 of Netflix Series "Virgin River" as Dan Brady,  A young veteran who served in the Marines alongside bar owner Jack, Brady struggles to adjust to civilian life. He cops attitude, is late for his job and rubs folks the wrong way. Benjamin was a series regular in CBS' medical drama Code Black (2015) in which Hollingsworth played "Dr. Mario Savetti;" a performance that earned Benjamin a Golden Maple Award nomination for Best Actor in a TV series. Code Black featured an all-star cast made up of Oscar winner Marcia Gay Harden, Luis Guzman and Emmy and Golden Globe nominee Rob Lowe.  We talk about his role on Virgin River, his start in acting & more. You can find Benjamin on Instagram @hollingsworthb and Twitter @hollingsworthb As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!    

Ambryr Childers joins host Elias on the podcast.  You recently saw Ambyr on Netflix You as Candace Stone, which premiered on September 9, 2018 on Lifetime. On December 3, 2018, it was announced that You would move to Netflix as a "Netflix Original" title, ahead of the premiere of the second season. On February 1, 2019, it was announced by Deadline, that she was promoted to a series regular role, ahead of the premiere of the second season. We talk about her role, favorite moments, and more.  Ambyr Childers started her namesake jewelry line with a desire to create timeless pieces that inspire and empower those who wear them. As a token of beauty and a celebration of women and friendship, her signature design, the Rise Totem, was born. Encompassing the heart and soul of the brand, it is meant to serve as a daily reminder of our inner strength and connection with the feminine force. Ambyr Childers' jewelry is thoughtfully designed and crafted with the hope and intention of being cherished forever. Her mission is to delicately capture the magic of ancestry, infuse meaning and symbolism into luxurious yet practical jewelry, and embolden the wearer to Rise and Shine. You can find Ambyr on Instagram @ambyrchilders_official  As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!  

Nikki Blonsky joins host Elias on the podcast. Nikki is an American actress best known for her starring role as Tracy in the 2007 film Hairspray. The role earned her several prestigious award nominations, including a Golden Globe nom. She has also starred in movies such as Queen Sized, a Lifetime original movie, ABC Family original series, Huge and Geography Club. Most recently, Nikki has launched her own podcast, Nikki Nights, where she talks with celebrities and industry professionals about current issues, quarantine, pop culture and anything else on their minds! You can find Nikki on Instagram @nikkiblonsky  As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!  

Actor Trevor Stines joins host Elias on the podcast. He is best known for his role as Jason Blossom on CW's Riverdale. Trevor is starring in the new holiday film, Middleton Christmas, now streaming on all digital platforms. We talk about how he got his start in the acting world, Riverdale and Middleton Christmas.  You can find Trevor on Instagram @Trevor_Stines and Twitter @Trevor_Stines As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening!  

Actor Miguel Chavez joins host Elias on the podcast. Recently, Miguel joined the cast of the hit Peacock comedy series: A.P. Bio. He portrays Eduardo, a shy, student who is best friends with nerdy Victor Kozlowski (Jacob Houston). Miguel talks about his experience on A.P. Bio and how the show’s fans gave it new life on Peacock. Miguel first discovered his love of the arts and acting at the young age 13 and began participating in community theater, as well as school paly productions and playing the saxophone in band. Continuing to grow and develop his love for the entertainment industry, he majored in filmmaking and graduated with a BA from Woodbury University in Burbank, CA. After graduation, Miguel enrolled in a stunt school, Stunts in Motion, where he trained under fight choreographer, certified stunt coordinator/performer, Jack Huang. You can find Miguel on Instagram @miguelchavezhimself and Twitter @miguelito4everr As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! www.themccpodcast.com

Tamela D'Amico joins host Elias on the podcast. Tamela stars in the Indian-American film One Little Finger, which was released on Amazon and Apple worldwide on November 16th. She plays ‘Raina,’ an American neurologist researching music therapy in India. The film employed more than 80 people with disabilities, many of those being student musicians, and the title track “One Little Finger” is currently being considered for a Grammy. The purpose of the film is to educate people about the abilities of those with disabilities, and all money earned is going straight into the One Little Finger Foundation.  Tamela is best known for her role on Disney’s “Best Friends Whenever” and Amazon’s “Englishman in L.A.” (for which she was awarded “Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Web Series” by LA WEB FEST). She is also a jazz recording artist and her music has been heard on more than 140 national radio and cable outlets. She sings the theme song “Love and the Gun” in both English and Italian for the film, Rob the Mob. Besides her work in the film and music industries, Tamela is also a brand ambassador and content creator to many International brands. You can find Tamela on Instagram @TamelaDamico and Twitter @TamelaDAmico As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodcast    

Investigative Journalist Mariana Van Zeller joins host Elias on the podcast. Mariana is the host of the new Nat Geo docuseries, Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller, which premieres Dec 2 on Nat Geo.  Marianna takes a refreshingly clear-eyed view of some of today's most controversial, hot-button topics -- fentanyl, the sex industry, gunrunning, tiger smuggling, and more -- in a series that reminds us all too well of the vital importance of investigative journalism, especially in a time when facts are so easily distorted.  Her fearless approach in embedding herself inside these dangerous, truly provocative worlds, in her pursuit of that elusive thing -- the truth -- is truly something to watch.   Mariana first won nation-wide attention with her 2010 documentary for Current TV, Vanguard: The OxyContin Express, a daring chronicle of the over-prescribing of painkillers, aka “legal drug dealing,” which won her the Peabody Award, a Television Academy Honors prize for achievement in ‘socially-conscious television’, a PRISM Award, and an Emmy Award nomination for ‘Outstanding Informational Programming’.  Her extensive work has also appeared on CNN, PBS, UK's Channel 4, Canada's CBC, and many more.  Internationally focused, her work has taken her all over the world, from Syria to Mexico, across Europe and in conflict regions around the world.  She is fluent in five languages. You can find Mariana on Instagram @MarianaVZ and Twitter @MarianaVZ As always, please don't forget to follow us on Instagram @themccpodcast Twitter @themccpodcast & Facebook @themccpodcast and if you can leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe Thanks for Listening! https://linktr.ee/themccpodcast