Lucas Iverson joins Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his breakout role as Dr. James Ogilvie in The Pitt Season 2. From his intense audition story to turning up Ogilvie’s arrogance on set, Lucas opens up about building one of the season’s most layered and talked-about characters.

We dive into the shocking glass shard scene, Ogilvie’s complicated mentor relationships, and whether his confidence masks something deeper. Lucas also shares how his theater background prepared him for HBO’s fast-paced medical drama and what he hopes viewers understand about Ogilvie by the end of the season.

• Lucas Iverson’s late-night audition story that landed the role

If you’re watching The Pitt this season, this is a must-listen episode.

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Emma Pfitzer Price joins Pop Culture Unplugged to break down her powerful performance as Hannah on the hit medical drama DOC. In this in-depth conversation, Emma opens up about portraying one of the show’s most controversial characters, navigating intense fan reactions, and bringing emotional authenticity to a grief-driven storyline.

We discuss:

• Why Hannah isn’t a villain — she’s layered and complicated

Emma also shares how her real-life connection to medicine helped shape her performance and why playing “unlikable” characters can actually be a compliment.

If you’re a fan of DOC, character-driven storytelling, or behind-the-scenes acting insights, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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Rachel Stubington joins Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about playing Summer on the hit Apple TV+ series Shrinking. From landing the role through a simple self-tape audition to becoming a fan-favorite character, Rachel shares how Summer evolved across the seasons and what makes the show so special.

She opens up about working alongside industry legends like Harrison Ford, learning from creator Bill Lawrence, and why Summer might be more emotionally intelligent than viewers first realize. Plus, Rachel discusses her background in sketch comedy and her own writing/directing projects outside the series.

How a small audition turned into a multi-season role

The improv moments that helped define Summer

What fans misunderstand about Summer’s personality

Behind-the-scenes lessons from working with an all-star cast

Listen now for exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, character insights, and a deeper look at one of TV’s most heartfelt comedies.

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Erika Swayze joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk about her breakout role as Livia on School Spirits Season 3. In this episode, Erika shares how she surprisingly landed the role without a callback, what it was like joining an already tight-knit cast, and why fans may have mixed emotions about her mysterious character.

She also discusses acting alongside Jennifer Tilly, building tension-filled scenes with Peyton List, and the deeper motivations behind Livia’s calculated personality. Plus, Erika teases what viewers can expect from her arc, the themes that define her storyline, and what she hopes fans take away from the season.

Episode Highlights:

Booking School Spirits without a callback

Understanding Livia’s hidden layers

Joining an established hit series

Behind-the-scenes cast chemistry

Teases about Livia’s future

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Laëtitia Hollard joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk about stepping into The Pitt Season 2 as Emma Nolan — one of the breakout new characters of the season.

Fresh out of Juilliard, Laëtitia shares how she landed the role, what it was like joining an Emmy-recognized cast, and how Emma’s overwhelming first day at The Pitt mirrored her own first day on set.

We dive deep into Emma’s emotional growth, her powerful mentor relationship with Dana, and the unforgettable behind-the-scenes moments that fans are still talking about.

• Landing The Pitt through her Juilliard showcase

If you’re a fan of The Pitt, medical dramas, or love hearing actors break down their creative process, this episode gives you a deeper look at Emma Nolan’s journey and Laëtitia’s breakout performance.

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Kevin James joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged during press day for Solo Mio to talk about what he calls the most personal film of his career.

In this heartfelt conversation, Kevin opens up about stepping into a story that begins with heartbreak instead of comedy, why contrast is essential to great storytelling, and how friendship becomes the emotional backbone of Solo Mio.

Kevin shares why playing Matt Taylor was deeply personal, how filming in Italy elevated the story, and why this romantic comedy feels different from anything he’s done before.

“This is my favorite film by far.”

From vulnerability and isolation to hope and second chances, Kevin reflects on love, loss, and the importance of getting back up when life knocks you down.

Why Solo Mio is Kevin James’ favorite project

Starting a romantic comedy with heartbreak

The power of friendship in healing

Italy as a character in the film

Advice for anyone going through heartbreak

Why this movie deserves the big screen experience

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Kristian Ventura joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to dive deep into School Spirits Season 3 and Simon’s most intense storyline yet.

In this spoiler-aware conversation, Kristian opens up about playing Simon while trapped in the afterlife, navigating an entirely new cast dynamic, and how Season 3 flips Simon’s journey from saving Maddie to fighting for his own survival. He also discusses the emotional horror of being a ghost, the tension between Simon and Wally, and how this season forces Simon to finally put himself first.

Kristian teases what surprised him most while filming, explores Simon’s growth since Season 1, and breaks down why School Spirits does such a powerful job humanizing its villains without asking the audience to forgive them.

If you’re watching School Spirits Season 3, this interview gives deeper insight into Simon’s mindset, the mystery beneath Split River High, and why this chapter may be the show’s most emotionally intense yet.

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Annabel O’Hagan joins Pop Culture Unplugged for an in-depth conversation about playing Steph Harper in Fallout Season 2. In her second appearance on the show, Annabel breaks down Steph’s emotional shift, survival instincts, and the trauma behind her character’s secret past.

She discusses discovering Steph’s full backstory mid-season, why her performance became colder and more controlled this year, and how fear changes the way Steph connects with others inside the Vault. Annabel also explores whether Steph is truly a villain or simply doing what she must to survive, her complicated relationship with Lucy, and what she hopes to see for the character in Season 3.

Plus, Annabel shares behind-the-scenes insights on creating Steph’s inner life through journaling, fan reactions to the eyepatch, and what’s next for her career, including upcoming film projects and festival appearances.

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Ava Ryan joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk about playing Georgia in Netflix’s hit comedy series Free Bert, which recently climbed into the Netflix Top 10.

In this episode, Ava opens up about landing the role, instantly connecting with the script, and working alongside Bert Kreischer and Arden Myrin. She also breaks down Georgia’s emotional journey — from being the awkward new girl at school to navigating popularity, friendships, and family chaos.

Ava also shares what it was like filming the pilot, improvising scenes with Bert, and why Georgia’s story about bullying and fitting in resonates with so many viewers. Plus, she talks about her hopes for a possible Season 2 and what she’d love to explore next with the character.

Episode highlights include:

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Nadine Bhabha joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to talk about her role as Elena in the hit hockey romance series Heated Rivalry.

Nadine opens up about landing the role without a traditional audition, why she immediately connected with Elena’s personality, and how the character became the emotional anchor for Kip throughout Season 1. She discusses Elena’s “rough love” approach to friendship, the sibling-like bond between Elena and Kip, and whether Elena was right to step in when things became complicated with Scott.

She also reflects on the massive fan response to the series, what she hopes to explore for Elena in Season 2, and her upcoming project Slow Pitch, where she works as a writer.

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