The Lyons Den with Ben Lyons

Ben starts off talking to Elsa Collins about where Kevin Durant is going (or not going), hoops in general, activism, and the importance of getting a democrat in the white house in 2020. Then he talks with fellow Podcasters Jamie Lynn Sigler and Jenna Parris about their new podcast, ,"Mama Said."

Friend of show and fellow host Shane Powers joins Ben to talk everything from hanging with the Chili Peppers in Egypt to politics to the challenges he face along his path that led him to personal success!

Actor and Director Emilio Estevez joins Ben to talk about his new film, "The Public" and how he managed to put together such an incredible ensemble cast. Then, Diarra Kilpatrick joins to talk about her work on the upcoming Twilight Zone reboot and working alongside Tracy Morgan on "The Last OG".

Actress and Writer Kathleen Robertson joins Ben to talk about her new Netflix show "Northern Rescue", as well as the upcoming "The Possibilities", and of course...90210. Then, director Anthony Maras is in the den to talk about the challenges and rewards of his feature directorial debut, "Hotel Mumbai."

Actor Matthias Schoenaerts talks to Ben about his starring role in the film, “The Mustang”, and the physicality involved in the role. Then, Director Rupert Wyatt joins Ben to talk about his new film, “Captive State” and how working with an ensemble cast helped capture a complex story. Plus, his experiences making films that all belong to their own uniquely individual categories.

Actor Jason Mitchell hangs out with Ben to talk about his new film, “The Mustang”, doing the movie to get over his fear of horses, how “Straight Outta Compton” let him blossom as a performer, and how Sundance is like watching College Football.

Film producer Jamie Patricof talks to Ben about his recent foray into the food blogging world, the best cities to film and eat, kicking off his career with Ryan Gosling and “Half Nelson”, and what's going to happen with Kevin Durant!?

Ben recaps the Oscars and breaks down Spike Lee's win, the blah that is Bohemian Rhapsody, and Green Book's lackluster win. Then he talks with comedian Tone Bell about his new Showtime special, "Tone Bell: Can't Cancel This."

Ben and longtime friend, actress Natalie Martinez talk about her Florida upbringing and how her career got started, as well as her new film "Down" as part of the "Into the Dark" series on Hulu. Then sneaker aficionado Jacques Slade joins to talk about kicks and hoop! Plus, Ben gives some of his Oscar predictions.

Comedian and actor Matt Walsh joins Ben to talk a little Bears but also his new film, "Under the Eiffel Tower", "Veep", and a very intriguing resume. and Then, ESPN host and all around warrior Victoria Arlen talks with Ben about the disease that had her trapped in her own body and how she overcame it to become a medal winning Paralympian.

Ben recaps his exciting time at the Sundance FIlm Festival and runs down the films he saw as well as his favorite standouts. Then, former NFL defensive end Marcellus Wiley joins Ben to talk about coming from South Central, his football career, traveling the country at 13 playing the sport, and life after football in his new book “Never Shut Up: The Life, Opinions, and Unexpected Adventures of an NFL Outsider.”

Director Catherine Hardwicke hangs with Ben in the Lyons Den to talk about her new film "Miss Bala" starring Gina Rodgriguez. Plus, a career spanning work with Kristen Stewart and Anthony Mackie. Then director Jordan Rubin joins in to talk about his new film "The Drone" and a lengthy comedy writing career.

Ben sits down with actor Jasper Pääkkönen to talk about his long career before coming to the states and his southern accent for BlackkKlansman that was so convincing he even fooled Spike Lee. Then he walks to actor Sinqua Walls about his new show American Soul and building a long career in a short amount of time.

Writer and Director Karyn Kusama stops by the Lyons Den to talk about her new film "Destroyer", Nicole Kidman's commitment, doing films that scare and challenge her, and how to do press without giving too much away.

Friend and fellow film authority Josh Horowitz joins Ben in the Lyons Den to go over the Golden Globes and talk about their top ten favorite films of 2018. Then, fresh of his Golden Globe win, film composer Justin Hurwitz sits down to talk about his work on the score for "First Man", playing in bands since he was in college, and his working relationship with Damien Chazelle.