Dan is joined by Stargate alumni, Corin Nemec otherwise known as Jonas Quinn from Stargate SG1. We actually didn't touch on Stargate at all in this chat. I completely forgot to bring up Stargate BUT we talked about a hell of a lot of other fascinating topics! Corin's passion for what he does is truly infectious.

We talk about being a graffiti artist, a love for graphic design enjoying all types of artforms, starting out as a production designer, coming from a creative family, painting all over Australia, regulating street art, being inspired by the movie Goonies, going into Parker Lewis Can't Loose after high school, withstanding the down times, not bringing ego into the equation, having comfortable enthusiasm, not being afraid of emotions, being private in public, working on creature features, the importance of creative freedom, being a balanced producer, keeping busy with a million projects, getting too fixated on our own personalities, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by actor, Paul McGillion, who most notably played Dr. Carson Beckett on Stargate Atlantis.

We talk about Paul's audition for Scotty in J.J. Abrams' Star Trek 2009 film, transitioning from Stargate to Star Trek, the joys of playing Carson Beckett, reuniting with cast members, the gift that keeps on giving, being the first character in Stargate history to go through the gate, becoming comfortable at conventions, speaking with the Scottish accent, teaching, getting a job on The X-Files, mentoring young actors, being in a business based on rejection, not taking things personally, everything evening out eventually, the enjoyment of variety in performances, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by actress, Teryl Rothery. Teryl played Dr. Janet Fraiser in Stargate SG1 over the course of seven seasons.

We talk about what it means being a part of the Stargate franchise, conventions, leaving the series, telling everyone she'd be a movie star, being shy, teaching, insecurities, validation, collaboration, the movie IF, the importance of connection with others, finding moments of freshness, pushing through injuries, not having a fallback, being driven, the constant state of having to find work, always wanting to be challenged, realising you can't control what other people think, knowing when you need to regroup, feeling content, memories of working with Dom DeLuise & Don S. Davis, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by actor, writer, and very talented individual, David Benjamin Tomlinson best known for playing Linus on Star Trek: Discovery!

We chat about processing the ending of Star Trek: Discovery, the show being an uphill climb, playing multiple characters, getting the role of Linus, prosthetic makeup, getting on top of your own discomfort, lessons learned from working on the show, finding the 'what else', not being afraid to drive the prosthetic, knowing he always had to be creative, writing being the silent passenger, growing up closeted, taking an improv course, nerves, the work that goes into a creative lifestyle, rejection, comedy, being compelled to write, active relationship with creativity, working on a TV pitch, initially feeling unprepared doing non prosthetic makeup work, getting advice from Doug Jones, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by Canadian artist and actor, Bruce Horak also known for his role as Hemmer in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds!

We chat about getting the gig on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, being a massive Trekkie, the surprise of seeing his name in the opening credits, the unexpected impact of his character, overwhelming emotions colliding together, the intriguing title of "Game of Life", discovering the creative side, a transformative year, busking, the love of live theatre, a career of desperation, failing quickly, being confident when the rug gets pulled out underneath you, improv shows, being an adrenaline junkie, self criticism, always moving forward, working a temp job, trying to practice everyday, painting, being legally blind, hiding the fact that he was blind on acting jobs, getting through the hard times, filling up your days with creativity, meeting LeVar Burton, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by legendary character actor, Alan Dale! Alan has appeared in a LOT of movies and television series over the years including Star Trek: Nemesis, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Neighbours, ER, The OC, The X-Files, The West Wing, 24, NCIS, Lost, Torchwood, Entourage, Once Upon A Time and Ugly Betty to name a few.

We chat about Alan's Star Trek experience, watching Star Wars stoned, hobbies, growing up in a theatre family, getting a laugh from an audience, working as a milkman, starting a job at the radio station, coming to Australia, accomplishing a great deal in a short period of time, scoring an 8 year gig on Neighbours, being bold and fearless, finding a teacher at 52, starting over in America, only having one audition in nine months, auditioning for ER with a Hawaii shirt and South African accent, a lonely comic con experience, the journey to getting the big break in America, not nominating yourself for an Emmy, nerves, selling cars and knocking on doors, asking for what you want, going to the West End to be in Spamalot, screwing up a Mad Men audition, and so much more!

Lots of great stories in this one from a legendary actor!

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Dan is joined by actor, singer, teacher, and musical theatre superstar, Nicholas Kong! Nick has been in one of my favourite shows of all time, Australian Epic!

We chat about Nick's experience working on Australian Epic, covering The Engineer on Miss Saigon, the ease of saying goodbye to Miss Saigon, freezing up with the thought of dance calls, understanding your place, not burdening your emotions with a sense of failure, the love of teaching, being proud of forging a career in theatre without the training, becoming confident with performing as The Engineer, being open to change, the supportive environment of Miss Saigon, performing at the Sydney Opera House, touring in Asia, proudest career moment, the difficulty of getting the second job, more nerding out on Australian Epic, the Asian MT community, representation in casting, legacy, a vocal injury, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by actor, sci-fi nerd, streamer, gamer, and musical theatre superstar, Joshua Russell in his very first podcast!

We chat about his involvement working on One Day in September, stepping into the world of the Book of Mormon, holding your own on stage, being presented with new challenges for each show, managing injuries, being OK with taking a show off, running into set pieces, being a sci-fi lover, the actor's playground of Dungeons and Dragons, Riverdance, wanting to join the army, the importance of family support, putting in the work, dealing with nerves, confronting the eight show week, finding balance, the opportunity working in a creative space with his wife, staying creatively fulfilled, streaming, wanting to make a movie, putting yourself out there, meeting Hugh Jackman, Moulin Rogue, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by journalist and Channel 7 News anchor, Mike Amor!

We chat about the love of living and working in America, trapped between two cultures, Americanisms, mastering the cadence in delivering the news, voice lessons, failing Year 12 English, working as a Bank Teller, getting a cadetship, the magical way in which he fell in love with journalism, being inquisitive, embarking in TV journalism, being front and centre, gaining confidence in dealing with people, letting people tell their stories, the collaborative effort of journalism, taking a leap of faith, the importance of growth, freezing up while covering the Port Arthur massacre, live crosses, getting the job at the US news bureau, 9/11, having different views, hearing other ideas, Donald Trump, right and left leaning opinion and commentary shows, understanding what you're watching, coming back to Australia, glaucoma and nearly loosing his eyesight, and a whole lot more!

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Dan is joined by comedian, Merrick Watts!

We chat about working in the comedy industry for thirty years, always looking forward and not looking back, never not thinking, self reflection, feeling better with a high volume of work and pressure, meeting deadlines, getting work done before it's required, always having a fully formed show ready to go, striving in chaos, commercial radio, the transformative experience of SAS Australia, being obsessed with Hollywood comedy films and the military, starting out in stand up, Idiots Guide to Wine, not having time to get bored, the variety and movement of comedy, prepared to endure, always doing things your own way, starting the journey without caring what others think, having long term plans, writing down your goals & ambitions every day, hyperfocus, switching lanes very easily, thoughts becoming your reality, and a whole lot more!

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