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We have an AWESOME guest for you for Episode 22! "The 624 Pod" welcomes Tracy Birdsall! Tom & Mark talk about everything there is to know about this rockstar!

Tracey Birdsall was born in Van Nuys, California, the youngest of three daughters born to Ronald Birdsall and Carol Birdsall (born Carol Stone). She was raised in Southern California and is primarily of British and European descent. Bert Lewis, the famous Walt Disney composer, was her great-grandfather.

Birdsall trained in dance, singing, and musical theater throughout her youth, which later led to her studying various acting techniques. She claims her real breakthrough in her training was when working with renowned acting coach Margie Haber, who taught her to simply create and be the character - no matter how excruciating.

Known for her meticulous preparation, Birdsall is recognized worldwide for her diverse and challenging roles and for working across genres. In the recently released and highly anticipated Science Fiction film Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter (2016), Birdsall garnered awards including the esteemed Female Action Performer of the Year Award at the Action on Film Festival, Best Actress Jury Award from the West Coast Film Festival, Best Actress Jury Award from Los Angeles Theatrical Release Awards Competition, and was the only American actress nominated for Best Actress at the 50th Annual WorldFest Houston 2017 - for her role as Sienna. In March, 2019, she was honored by the WeLink International Film Festival in New York City - in association with the United Nations and Women in Film - with the Best Actress Award, which was presented to her at a Gala Awards Ceremony held at The United Nations.

Birdsall can also be seen in the title character of the comedy feature Who's Jenna...? (2018), in addition to the recently released Season 2 of the Tim Robinson helmed outrageous comedy Netflix show I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson (2019) as Janeane.

Up-coming projects in post production include the lead role in the the time travel series The Time War (2017), the lead role in the television series Age of Darkness: the lead role in the science fiction film Evolution War, and the feature film Hotel Underground (2024).

Welcome back to the 624 Podcast! Today we have a VERY Special guest! Neil Johnson joins Tom and Mark to tell his illustrious backstory along with current projects and future plans! Neil Johnson was born in the UK and identifies as being from Yorkshire where he spent most of his childhood. He was educated partly in the UK and partly in Australia. Neil permanently left Australia in 1999 and resides in the USA and sometimes in the UK. He is a is a British film and music video producer, director, and editor best known for his long association with heavy metal band Manowar, and for directing and writing science fiction Films.

For 19 Episodes we have been showcasing actors, filmmakers, producers and even bands! Today's episode we would selfishly like to introduce the creators of "The 624 Pod", Owner of 624 Productions, Tom Baldinger and Comedian and Actor Mark Riccadonna! Enjoy their past stories, the come up, and what's been going on in 624 Productions land including some teasers of some upcoming projects! Enjoy!

The 624 Podcast is proud to bring you "NUSE" In studio for not only a podcast but jam sessions and acoustic sets! By far one of the coolest episodes to date! Check out "NUSE" on Social Media, @NuseBand ! Facebook.com/Nuseband !

Season 3 Keeps rolling with the heavy hitting guests! This week we welcome Richie Byrne IN STUDIO!

One of the most requested comedians working today, Richie’s comedy credits include such well-known clubs as Dangerfield’s, Carolines and Gotham Comedy Club in Manhattan. As well as many clubs around the country including Hilarities in Cleveland & The Ice House in Pasadena. Richie has had comedy appearances on Comedy Central, VH1, “The Rosie O’Donnell Show” & “Live at Gotham on AXS TV. Richie is also an accomplished actor & singer, with a long resume of theatrical credits (music & legit). His television credits include HBO’s “Sex and the City” & “The Sopranos” as well as “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” & “Conviction” on NBC. He can also be seen in the feature film “Goodbye Baby”. Currently, Richie Byrne is proud to be the warm-up act for the hit series, “The Dr. Oz Show”.

We keep season 3 Rolling with a MONSTER guest! Welcome Vinnie Potestivo to the 624 Pod!

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Today we kick off Season 3 of the 624 Podcast with Lauren Concar!

Community & cultural activist, filmmaker, visionary & heroic leader extraordinaire. A producer, director, editor, tireless champion of the arts in New Jersey, fearless leader & Executive Director of the Garden State Film Festival, relentless fundraiser for numerous causes, & recipient of prestigious awards, Lauren’s trove of accomplishments is as big as her heart.

Lauren's work has been showcased in major international media outlets such as Variety, Vogue Global Network/Condé Nast, People Magazine, Deadline, IndieWire, ET Canada, News Entertainment and others.As a filmmaker with a long, passionate history in the Television & Film industry, Lauren has written, executive produced, directed & edited award winning content for Bloomberg TV, SAG-AFTRA & other high profile clients. She is a Television Academy Member, New York Women in Film & Television, past president of the Brookdale Alumni Association & serves on the Advisory Council for The Arts for Cardinale Enterprises. She is also the first woman to run Brookdale TV, a channel operated by Brookdale Community College that broadcasts to over 626,351 homes locally.

But Lauren wanted to do more. She turned her passion for the arts into a lifelong labor of love through the Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) by providing novice & aspiring filmmakers & others interested in careers in the film business the opportunity to meet & network with industry professionals in an atmosphere conducive to learning and mentoring. GSFF is presented each spring in Asbury Park & Cranford, NJ serving as an added engine for the cities vitality through arts, commerce & culture. Determined to bring equal access to arts programming to New Jersey’s underserved and diverse communities, Lauren created and designed programs that bring the world of art and film directly into the classrooms of underprivileged youth throughout the state through workshops, panel discussions and outreach programs. Each year, proceeds from the festival enable the GSFF to continue its community outreach as well as to expand its educational programs for seniors and current and former military personnel serving in the United States armed forces.

Lauren is an advocate of showcasing films worldwide and highlighting work created by women. She is steadfast in her dedication in building communities through video partnerships, empowering youth and communities to tell their own stories. Her unique story and the incredible change she’s helped to facilitate in her community & worldwide is remarkable. Lauren is magnetic, fun-loving, hilarious —& as kind as they come.

The 624 Podcast Season 2 Continues with an ELITE actor in Hollywood as we welcome Anthony Mangano! "Anthony is an athletically built, dark-haired American actor who hails from Brooklyn, New York. He is an actor known for the films The Family, Inside Man, Point Break and Raising Helen. His first job in Hollywood was on the sitcom Different Strokes. He has guest starred on many shows including CSI and Castle. He has recurred on Person of Interest, Blue Bloods, NYPD Blue and Rescue Me. He has been on camera opposite everyone from Frank Sinatra to Robert De Niro." (Taken from IMDB.com). Enjoy the episode and leave a comment and review!!

Tom & Mark welcome Tess Kelly to the 624 Podcast! There is no "Dry Bar Comedy Special" for Mark Riccadonna if not for Tess! We talk all about the concept and future plans of this unique platform! Enjoy!

Another GREAT guest is welcomed to "The 624 Podcast", You have DEFINITLEY seen this guy in "Clerks", as we present to you, Ernie O'Donnell. Tom & Mark catch up with Ernie as we hear about all his newest projects on the horizon along with our traditional, "Three Favorite Films" !

"O'Donnell was the best friend of writer/director/actor Kevin Smith in high school. They had a brief falling out after graduation, but have been close friends since then. Ernest O'Donnell has appeared in a number of Smith’s films. His most notable role is the part of Rick Derris in Clerks, though he was originally intended to play the part of Dante Hicks." (Taken from Wikipedia). Be sure to keep up with Ernie on all his upcoming projects! Thank you guys for listening!