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Uri Geller is one of the world's most investigated and celebrated mystifiers. Famous around the globe for his mind-bending abilities, he has led a unique life shrouded in debate, controversy and mystery. He is also related to Sigmund Freud. Born in Israel of Hungarian and Austrian descent, Uri first became aware of his unusual powers when he was five. One day, during a meal, his spoon curled up in his hand and broke, although he had applied no pressure to it. He developed these powers in school by demonstrating them to pupils. His mother thought he inherited them from Sigmund Freud.   In  Israel, Uri served as a paratrooper in the Israeli army and fought the Six-Day War of 1967, getting wounded in action. In 1968-9, Uri worked as a photographic model in many ad campaigns. By 1971 he was a houshold name throughout Israel, and was given a huge boost when then-Prime Minister, Golda Meir was asked on a national radio program her prediction for the future of Israel, and responded, "I don't know; ask Uri Geller!"   Uri has been studied by the world's leading scientists, including some who worked with Albert Einstein. His work with the FBI and the CIA has ranged from using Mind Power to erase KGB computer files and track serial killers, to attending nuclear disarmament negotiations to bombard and influence the Russian chief negotiator with positive thought waves so that the Soviet delegation would sign the Nuclear Arms Reduction Treaty. In 1995 a major motion picture inspired by Uri's life story titled MindBender was filmed in Israel directed by the legendary Ken Russell starring Oscar nominee Terrence Stamp.   "The Secret Life of Uri Geller" by Jonathan Margolis will be available October 15th.

The social media show! 

JOEL COMM is an entrepreneur, NY Times bestselling author, and new media innovator. An expert on harnessing the power of social media and mobile applications to expand your brand’s reach and engage in active relationship marketing, Joel is a sought-after public speaker who leaves his audience inspired, entertained, and armed with strategic tools to create a new media campaign that will explode their business.   CHRIS VOSS is a top business consultant and recognized as a social media leader by Forbes, which named him in the "Top 26 Social Media Influencers," and also by CNN, Huffington Post, Alltop, and others. As CEO, Chris Voss currently acts as a personal/company consultant, speaker at technology conferences, blogger, and podcasts that cover a broad spectrum of the latest groundbreaking technology. All of which can be found on his online site at http://thechrisvossshow.com/   We will be talking about and demystifying social media/sites, the good and bad, technology and mobile and other apps that will expand your reach and brand, and more. Get your questions ready for this LIVE show with two media/technology experts!

Louis Lombardi is best known as the unconventional hero and fan favorite, "Edgar Stiles" on the Emmy-Award-winning, "24," and as FBI agent "Skip Lipari," in the acclaimed HBO series, "The Sopranos." Louis can next be seen as "Archie," in the the upcoming theatrical release, "Runner Runner," starring Ben Affleck and Justin Timberlake, and joins the cast of TNT's drama, "Lost Angels," this fall, as "Stucky."    As if all of that isn't enough to keep him busy, Louis went back to his Italian roots, and launched his own gourmet Italian food line, "Lombardi's," which debuted on September 19th. This authentic Italian line consists of pastas, sauces, olive oils and olives imported directly from Italy. Louis wants to show families that it is easier and healthier to make a home cooked meal than to go through a drive-thru.    Born and raised in the Bronx, Lombardi's acting career took off after starring in the Sundance Film Festival's Grand Jury Prize nominee, "Amongst Friends," directed by Rob Weiss. Lombardi caught the attention of Academy Award-winning director, Oliver Stone, who cast Lombardi in in his next film, "Natural Born Killers," alongside Woody Harrelson, Robert Downey Jr., Tommy Lee Jones, and Juliette Lewis. Other notable big screen films include Academy Award winner, "The Usual Suspects," and cult classics "Suicide Kings," and "Animals," as Rob Schneider's best friend.    Louis' love of food also inspired "Doughboys," a film festival favorite, starring Lombardi, Vincent Pastore, Andrew Keegan and Mike Starr.  He's been seen on television shows as well, including "Entourage," "Ugly Betty," and "NYPD Blue," to name a few.

"Mistresses," on ABC, has been the surprise hit of the summer, and features three good friends and one sister and their complicated relationships. Jes stars alongside Alyssa Milano, (Savi) and plays her sister, Josslyn. Yunjin Kim, as Karen, and Rochelle Aytes, as April, complete the foursome. The second-to-last episode of the season, which aired September 2nd, was the highest rated yet.

A graduate of the University of Florida, Jes Macallan's interest in the arts began early: She studied dance from the age of three, and later modeled in Miami, New York and Milan before studying acting at the Maggie Flanigan Studio in New York City.    Macallan's television credits include the series" Femme Fatales," "Shameless," "Justified," "The Protector,"" Grey's Anatomy," and "NCIS: Los Angeles."    About her character in "Mistresses:" Josslyn Carver has never done what society expects of her. She's never been in a relationship for longer than 48 hours, and she's always had the power. And she's never had many female friends, either -- she always sleeps with their boyfriends. But she does have one new friend -- a lesbian client named Alex, who just might force Joss to question the one commitment she's always been faithful to -- her own independence.

Touted as the next Jenny McCarthy because of her quirky personality and blonde bombshell looks, television host, red carpet correspondent & MAXIM radio personality Kyle Keller is getting a little more personal in her latest project as the breakout star of VH1’s “Tough Love” (Season 5 premiering August 28th), the network’s most popular reality program hosted by celebrity matchmaker Steve Ward.   A MAXIM “Hometown Hottie,” Midwest-born, Southern California-raised Kyle Keller began her career as a sports reporter for FOX SPORTS San Diego followed by a regular guest hosting spot on “The Covino & Rich Show” for MAXIM radio on Sirius Satellite/XM. Kyle’s quick-witted personality then landed her the job of Executive Producer and lead media correspondent for MediaKillers.com, interviewing celebrities on the red carpet, at sporting events and charity functions, and in 2011, Kyle was hired as the Lifestyle and Entertainment Correspondent for UT-TV, where she developed and hosted her own show “Style with Kyle” where Kyle uses her fashion and beauty expertise to make over military spouses. Due to her immense popularity with the network, Kyle then launched a second program “Kyle’s Ultimate Challenge” which follows her as she accepts and carries out viewers’ dares that have included bungee jumping, finding the best food trucks in San Diego, skydiving, etc.   A natural entertainer, Kyle began performing in musical theater productions at the age of 5 and performed in over 100 musicals throughout her childhood. Kyle received the top female vocal scholarship to the University of Redlands and has trained at the world famous Mozarteum in Salzburg, Austria. Kyle has has worked with Chad Michael Murray, Kevin Sorbo, A Robin Antin, Abby Lee Miller and “Lord” Scott Disick, and others.

JERRY DELLA SALLA: Film/TV include "Green Zone;" "Trooper," "Personal Sergeant;" "Mourning Glory;" "A View From The Bridge;" and several theater performances. Jerry graduated from NYU's Tisch School and the Stella Adler Conservatory. He is a retired Army MP and gives all praise to Jesus.   CHRISTOPHER MARTINI: Christopher Martini’s first entry into the industry was as a child actor on a Feature Film for HBO, acting opposite John Lithgow. In 1996 Chris graduated from NYU film school and has been working as a feature film editor ever since. Chris’ short film, “The Stone Child”, about a Lakota Native-American boy coming of age, played at over 20 film festivals, and aired on Channel 13 in NYC. Chris’ first feature film, “Trooper”, about a returning Iraq War veteran, earned Chris the “Renaissance Man Award” at the 2011 Garden State Film Festival, as well as garnering the musical support of Bruce Springsteen and Bob Dylan. Chris was the writer, director and star. In 2013, Chris was honored with the job of producing a grand art installation video for renowned Vancouver artist, Stan Douglas, and Executive Produced by David Zwirner and the David Zwirner gallery in NYC, one of the top art galleries in the world, representing other artists such as Jeff Koons. The video features famed jazz musician, Jason Moran, and the shoot involved 70’s period set dressing and costumes. Chris has dual citizenship (American and Italian), and currently lives in Brooklyn New York with his girlfriend, Liz, where he writes screenplays and plans his next film, in between producing and editing projects.  Please contribute here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/943465241/trooper-a-film-about-and-for-veterans

Richard Brooks is an actor/director/singer-songwriter, best known for his powerful portrayal of ADA Paul Robinette in the original cast of the long-running, "Law and Order" television series. His extensive acting credits include numerous substantial roles on television, film and stage that have shown his versatility to shine through any genre.   His notable performances include the notorious bounty hunter in Joss Whedon's "Firefly," the iconic Henry McNeil in the Sy/Fy/USA network cult favorite "Good vs. Evil," and pivortal guest appearances on "NCIS," "NYPD Blue," and "Lie to Me."   Along with his impressive resume of television credits, Brooks has also lit up the big screen with his unforgettable characters in"The Crow: City of Angels," "To Sleep with Anger," and the critically acclaimed Vietnam War saga, "84 Charlie Mopic." Brooks also starred as Frederick Douglas in the PBS documentary series, The American Experience's three-part docudrama, "Souls on Fire: The Abolitionists."   Most recently, Brooks commands the television screen again in the new original BET cable series, "Being Mary Jane," starring as title character Gabrielle Union's brother Patrick. From the producers of the award-winning BET comedy, "The Game," and the No.1 box office movie, "Jumping the Broom," the new original series is a story to which millions of modern women will both relate and respond to. The series premiered July 2 as one of the most successful pilots for the BET network, garnering over 4 million viewers.

Jeffrey Saad started his career at the age of 13, working in a diner behind his junior high school. He was amazed at how raw ingredients became delicious entrees, and having the "hospitality gene," he never looked back, earning the chef de cuisine title in his sophomore year at Iowa State, where he was enrolled in the Hotel Restaurant Mangement program. Enamored of food, he continued his training at the Culinary Institute of America and California Culinary Academy with a master plan to open his own place upon graduation. In 1993, he traveled to Mexico, cooking his way across the country for inspiration, and opening the Mexican-influenced "Sweet Heat" in San Francisco's Marina District, which was a runaway success leading to two mor restaurants and his own signature line of bottled chutneys.   As a partner in Pasta Pomodoro Italian restaurants, Jeffrey helped to open the first 12 locations of the California-based chain before moving to Los Angeles. While running a real estate company with his wife, Nadia, he continued to explore international flavors in his downtime, with dishes from China, France, Spain, Italy, and Nadia's native Iran. A fortuitous suggestion from a friend led him to audition for the Next Food Network Star on Food Network , and he was ended the season as first runner up. The network saw potential, giving him a web series, "Spice Smuggler," then on Cooking Channel cable, "United Tastes of America," for four seasons. The busy Jeffrey hosts a new online service called MGO, "Dinner and a Download," pairing meals with movies, and will be on a PBS episode called "A Moveable Feast" with Pete Evans in September, plus other ventures.    Jeff's website: http://www.jeffreysaad.com/ Twitter: @JeffreySaad

Mike Isabella is the Chef/Owner of "Graffiato," which opened in June 2011 in the Chinatown neighborhood of Washington, D.C. The 130-seat Italian-inspired spot features small plates, locally cured meats, artisanal pizzas, and pastas with seasonal ingredients influenced by the food Chef Isabella grew up eating in New Jersey prepared by his Italian-American grandmother. Chef Isabella was named "Food & Wine" magazine's "The People’s Best New Chef Mid-Atlantic" winner for 2012.   Chef Isabella's formal training began at The Restaurant School in New York, where he took classes and cooked his way through some of New York City's finest establishments, and eventually relocating to Atlanta, where Mike became Chef de Cuisine at a top Greek restaurant, "Kyma," immersing himself in the traditions of one of the world's oldest cuisines. Traveling through Greece and the Middle East, Chef Isabella learned the nuances of these cuisines, which helped form a base for his culinary imagination.   Chef Isabella appeared on "Top Chef," season 6,  and was the runner-up on "Top Chef All-Stars." In 2012, he published his first cookbook  titled "Mike Isabella’s Crazy Good Italian." In 2013, Chef Isabella plans to open the Greek concept, "Kapnos," and Italian sandwich shop, "G,"  making four restaurants in Washington, D.C.   Read Chef Isabella's full bio here:http://graffiatodc.com/about/mike-isabella/

Ben Gleib is a standup comedian, actor and "Round Table" regular on E!'s "Chelsea Lately," with over 80 appearances, and appeared in the 2013 season of "After Lately," as well. He headlines comedy clubs and colleges around the globe and was named by Esquire Magazine one of six comedians who could be comedy's "next big thing." His podcast, "Last Week on Earth with Ben Gleib," on the Smodcast network debuted as the #9 world podcast in iTunes, and #1 on Stitcher Radio for over 20 straight weeks. He is a regualre correspondent on CNN, sharing his comedic take on politics. He is also on the NPR show, "Patt Morrison's Comedy Congress," which one a pretigious Golden Mic award.   Ben is the voice of Marshall the Sloth in "Ice Age Continental Drift," which is the alltime #1 animated movie internationally.  For the 2013 Oscars, he hosted the first "Oscar Roadtrip," featured on the Oscar's Pre-show. He is also one of the stars of Kevin Smith's movie, "Jay and Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie." He has appeared on "The Late Late Show," "Last Call with Carson Daly," and NBC's "Last Comic Standing." He recently was on a 31-city Arena tour opening for Dane Cook, performing to sold-out stages all over North America, and will be voice 2 characters in Disney's "Phineas and Ferb," was the star of NBC's "The Real Wedding Crashers," and has appeared on "Good Morning America," "Sportscenter," and many other televison shows. Read complete bio at:http://bengleib.com/bio/