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.

Carrie Lederer is a filmmaker, television producer, and cinematographer known for her immersive, human-centered storytelling. Nicknamed “Carrier Pigeon” for her global reach and on-the-ground reporting, she has traveled the world on assignment with her camera, building deep connections with the people and places she documents. Her multi-decade career spans unscripted television for major networks, independent documentaries, and nonprofit-driven social impact films across a wide range of genres and locations. Combining cinematographic expertise with a journalist’s instinct, she crafts stories that are both emotionally resonant and visually compelling. After years living and working in Santa Monica, she now calls Portland, Oregon home. Carrie returns to her documentary roots with Wild Horses at the Door, her directorial debut in the short film category.

Since graduating from drama school 2 years ago, Lewis has had some amazing opportunities in his acting career so far. He has starred in numerous feature films, TV shows, commercials and stage productions. Perhaps his most prestigious credit so far is portraying Tigger in the cult classic horror sequel ‘Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2’. 

Nikhil Koparkar is an award-winning composer and performing artist who creates scores and songs for film, television and gaming. He recently composed the score for Hills of Tanchico, a fan-favorite song featured in The Wheel of Time Season 3.

Nikhil is an SCL Award nominee for his work on the psychological horror film Dead Whisper (Vertical Entertainment), which had its limited theatrical and soundtrack release on July 5, 2024, followed by VOD on July 9. For this score, Nikhil also received the SESAC / New Music USA Reel Change Grant in 2023.

His recent credits include composing the official theme for League of Legends’ Lunar New Year campaign, which is featured in-game and across Riot Games’ global content and events. Nikhil has collaborated extensively with Lorne Balfe’s 14th Street Music, writing over 250 cues across 11 television series. Notable projects include Amazon’s The Wheel of Time Season 2 (where he also served as project lead), Netflix’s Life On Our Planet, HBO’s His Dark Materials, and Hulu’s Victoria’s Secret: Angels & Demons.

Beyond scoring for film and TV, Nikhil composed the official theme for Peru’s CUSCO Futbol Club (2020), recorded across four continents and incorporating traditional Peruvian instruments. In addition to composing, Nikhil contributes to score production for acclaimed projects such as Amazon’s Homecoming and the Oscar-nominated score for Minari by Emile Mosseri.

Andrew was born in Budapest, Hungary, and moved to the US at a very young age. Throughout his life, he has moved around a lot, and this has given him the skills to adapt in any situation, very quickly. After graduating from Arizona State University with a film production degree, Andrew moved to LA to pursue my career. He has worked in the film industry for over 14 years now and has had the opportunity to work in a variety of different crew and production positions. From the camera department to all different levels of the production department, this has given him a clear understanding of the industry and life on set.

The experiences of working in the camera and production departments gave Andrew a personal approach to relate to my clients. The idea of a below-the-line crew agency came to him while working as a Marketing agent in the camera world. After talking with production people and crew members directly, he realized that there was no other agency out there that represents only below-the-line crew members in film, TV or commercial content. With all of his contacts over the years and experiences, it became obvious that creating an agency like this was necessary, and he was up for it.