Undercover Narcotics Detective to Hollywood Actor – Jim Klock Unplugged

Jim Klock spent a decade on the police beat, including undercover narcotics work in Virginia, before moving to LA at 30 to chase Hollywood. His first role? Playing an undercover cop on HBO's The Wire while he was still actually an undercover narcotics detective back home. This week on Reza Rifts, host Keith Reza and Jim get into everything: the time he chased a violent suspect past an elementary school, working opposite Woody Harrelson on True Detective, learning craft from acting coach Jack Plotnick, the Sam Elliott "I'm the best Sam Elliott in the world" moment, his upcoming roles on Boston Blue, The Florist, and the shark movie Chum, plus Reza opens up about why he calls his Aspergers a superpower.

Guest Info

Jim Klock is a Virginia-born American actor, writer, director, and former law-enforcement officer. After a decorated 10-year career as a police officer and undercover narcotics detective complete with private-sector dignitary-protection work to fund his acting training, Klock hit Los Angeles and built a steady career playing the kind of cop, detective and morally-gray character you absolutely believe on screen. A working writer/director whose microbudget feature Red Letters he helmed himself, Jim is also part-time with the Stafford County Sheriff's Office, teaches at the law-enforcement academy, and is now gearing up to release The Florist, Chum, and a role on Boston Blue in 2026.

Notable Works:

• True Detective (HBO) — Season 1

• The Wire (HBO) — first acting role, undercover cop

• Criminal Minds — SWAT team leader

• Scream Queens — recurring

• Like Father Like Son — opposite Dermot Mulroney

• The Burial (2023)

• NCIS (Season 23)

• Deepwater Horizon (2016)

• The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015)

• Hell House LLC III: Lake of Fire

• Red Letters — writer / director / star

• Boston Blue — upcoming

• The Florist — upcoming

• Chum — upcoming shark feature

Guest Social Links

Follow Jim:

• 🌐 Official Site: https://jimklock.com/

• 📸 Instagram: @jimdklock … https://www.instagram.com/jimdklock/

• 🐦 X / Twitter: @jimdklock … https://x.com/jimdklock

• 📘 Facebook: Jim Klock … https://www.facebook.com/jimdklock/

• ▶️ YouTube: @code3comedy … https://www.youtube.com/@code3comedy

• 🎬 IMDb: ihttps://m.imdb.com/name/nm1145617/

Chapters

00:00 Welcome — Subscribe, Rate, Review, Tell a Friend 01:00 Guest Introduction: Jim Klock 03:40 Reza's $500 John Cusack Cameo Victory 07:50 "Little Miracles" — Reza's Mentor Donna Wright Sheldrick 11:40 Harrison Ford's Hollywood Bus Story + NYPD Blue 15:00 10 Years of Law Enforcement & Dignitary Protection 18:50 Booking The Wire — Still an Active Undercover Cop 23:10 Jack Plotnick — "Anxiety Only Comes From Results" 27:30 Tom Hanks Playbook / Robert Downey Jr. 70-30 / Sam Elliott 31:00 True Detective — Woody Harrelson's "They're All Great, Baby" 35:20 The Movie Reza Hated — With Dennis Quaid 38:30 The Alexandria Chase — Suspect Past the Elementary School 41:40 Officer Friendly / Aspergers as a Superpower 43:00 The Florist, Chum & Boston Blue 44:15 Closing — Subscribe, Rate, Review

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Rex Linn on Unsolved Mysteries, Westerns, Stallone, Cusack & His Dream Role

In this funny, loose, and unexpectedly heartfelt episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with legendary character actor Rex Linn for a conversation packed with old-school Hollywood stories, career turning points, and the kind of behind-the-scenes chaos that only comes from decades in the business. Rex opens up about his earliest acting job recreating a real-life bank robber for Unsolved Mysteries, the surreal audition journey that landed him Cliffhanger with Sylvester Stallone, and why that movie changed his life in more ways than one.

The episode also dives into Rex's love of Westerns, his admiration for The Jack Bull, his memories of John Cusack, Mark Rolston, Kurt Russell, John Lithgow, Adam West, and Bob Dylan, plus hilarious stories from Rush Hour, Zodiac, Wyatt Earp, Lethal Weapon, and the gloriously absurd Zombeavers. Along the way, Rex reflects on heartbreak, emotional recall, friendship in the film business, and his lifelong dream of somehow, some way, getting to play the Wolfman.

Guest Info

Rex Linn is an American film and television actor best known for a long-running career filled with standout supporting and character roles. He is widely recognized for projects including CSI: Miami, Cliffhanger, Rush Hour, Better Call Saul, and more recently Happy's Place. In this episode, he shares stories from across his career, from his first screen work and breakthrough film roles to the actors, directors, and friendships that shaped his path.

Guest Social Links

• Instagram: @rexlinn13 … https://www.instagram.com/rexlinn13/?hl=en

Chapters

00:00:00 Intro & Welcome

00:00:55 Keith Introduces Rex Linn

00:04:24 Rex's First Gig: Unsolved Mysteries

00:11:53 The Wild $50-a-Day Bank Robbery Story

00:17:11 From Banking to Acting

00:17:51 Auditioning for Cliffhanger

00:21:28 Meeting Sylvester Stallone

00:29:32 Behind the Scenes of The Jack Bull

00:33:28 Meeting Bob Dylan on Set

00:38:34 Memories from Rush Hour

00:43:18 Why Rex Loves Westerns

00:47:58 Tombstone vs. Wyatt Earp

00:50:18 How Zombeavers Happened

00:54:51 John Mayer, Bill Burr & Random Cameos

00:57:33 Meeting Childhood Hero Adam West

01:05:36 Transforming for Lethal Weapon

01:10:20 Recommending Melissa Peterman

01:11:50 Rex's Dream Role: The Wolfman

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Geoffrey Blake on Young Guns, Cast Away & the Brutal Truth About Acting

In this funny, loose, and unexpectedly insightful episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza welcomes actor Geoffrey Blake back for a third conversation. The two talk about the SAG strike, life on the road, quitting Twitter, social-media weirdness, and the unpredictable reality of surviving in show business. Geoffrey is candid, sharp, and full of stories that feel like old-school Hollywood war tales told by someone who actually lived them.

The episode really shines when Geoffrey starts unpacking his career: chaotic Critters 3 practical effects, spotting Leonardo DiCaprio's star power early, having most of his Cast Away material cut, and sharing memories from Young Guns, Forrest Gump, Brink!, and more. The biggest takeaway is simple and brutally honest: if he could talk to his younger self, he'd say, "save your money."

Guest Info

Geoffrey Blake is an American film and television actor born in Baltimore in 1962. He's best known to many fans as Wesley in Forrest Gump, and his film career also includes Young Guns, Contact, Cast Away, Apollo 13, Critters 3, FernGully: The Last Rainforest, and Midway. On television, he's appeared in projects including Renegade, Homefront, Any Day Now, House, Criminal Minds, The Man in the High Castle, Bridge and Tunnel, and Hotel Cocaine.

On this episode, Geoffrey comes across as exactly the kind of guest podcast audiences love: generous, self-aware, connected, and full of behind-the-scenes stories about actors like Leonardo DiCaprio, George Clooney, Jack Palance, Terrence Stamp, Ed Burns, and Dermot Mulroney.

Guest Social Links

• Instagram: @geoffrey_blake … https://www.instagram.com/geoffrey_blake/

• IMDb: Geoffrey Blake … https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0086553/

During the episode, Geoffrey says he had left Twitter/X and dissolved his Facebook account, while still directing listeners to Instagram.

Chapters

• 01:33 Geoffrey Blake returns and talks SAG strike life

• 05:22 Why Geoffrey quit Twitter and stepped back from social media

• 09:12 Comic-con stories, voice-over surprises, and fandom weirdness

• 10:47 The insane Critters 3 death scene story

• 13:50 Geoffrey on young Leonardo DiCaprio and predicting stardom

• 17:59 TV guest roles that almost turned into long-term runs

• 24:48 Dream co-stars, John Cusack obsession, and favorite actors

• 30:57 Brink!, Disney nostalgia, and unexpected cult followings

• 33:16 Cast Away, deleted scenes, and surprising residual money

• 36:31 Young Guns, reunions, and missing cast memories

• 39:00 Jack Palance, Terrence Stamp, and classic Hollywood stories

• 44:14 Geoffrey live-texts Dermot Mulroney during the interview

• 49:24 What Geoffrey would tell his younger self: save your money

• 52:34 Where to follow Geoffrey and final wrap-up

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Patrika Darbo on Step by Step, Speed 2, Roseanne & Surviving Hollywood

In this hilarious and insightful episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with Emmy-winning actress Patrika Darbo for a wide-ranging conversation about old-school Hollywood, self-tape auditions, sitcom life, soap operas, and surviving the chaos of the entertainment business. Patrika brings sharp honesty and big personality as she reflects on how acting has changed from the era of in-room casting sessions to today's remote audition grind, while also opening up about union frustrations, career longevity, and why actors should start creating their own work now.

The episode also dives into Patrika's memorable work across projects like Step by Step, In the Line of Fire, Ghost Dad, Babe, Speed 2, Roseanne, and Days of Our Lives. Along the way she shares behind-the-scenes stories about Clint Eastwood, Sandra Bullock, Sidney Poitier, voice acting for animated animals, audition disasters, soap opera pacing, and the one piece of advice she'd give her younger self: don't listen to outside voices listen to your heart.

Guest Info

Patrika Darbo is a Primetime Emmy-winning actress and four-time nominee with a career spanning more than 35 years in film and television. The Television Academy highlights her work on Days of Our Lives, Step By Step, The Bold and the Beautiful, Babe, Rango, Speed 2, In the Line of Fire, Roseanne, Seinfeld, and more, and notes that she has served as a Governor at the Television Academy.

Guest Social Links

• Instagram: @darbopatrika … https://www.instagram.com/darbopatrika/?hl=en

• Facebook: Patrika Darbo … https://www.facebook.com/PatrikaDarbo/

Chapters

00:00 Intro / Subscribe, rate, review

00:44 Patrika's hacked computer and social media chaos

02:33 How acting changed from in-room auditions to self-tapes

05:38 TV, movies, and the changing entertainment business

06:49 SAG frustrations, insurance, and union realities

08:34 Early career memories and knowing she was really an actor

09:23 Step by Step and the break that led to more doors opening

10:40 In the Line of Fire and working around Clint Eastwood's world

11:36 Ghost Dad, Sidney Poitier, and separating experience from scandal

13:42 Babe, ADR work, and the weird irony of movie marketing

15:18 Speed 2 stories, Sandra Bullock, and a wild audition moment

19:30 Days of Our Lives, Bold and the Beautiful, and soap-opera speed

22:37 Improv, memorization, and staying sharp as an actor

24:46 Playing Roseanne without turning it into a caricature

26:45 Audition regrets, actor insecurity, and trusting the director

27:52 The advice she'd give her younger self

28:05 Where to follow Patrika online

29:41 Wrap-up and farewell

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She booked Scary Movie at JURY DUTY?!

How do you book a breakout comedy role while sitting at jury duty? Actress Savannah Lee Nassif joins Keith Reza on Reza Rifts to tell the wild story of landing Tuesday in Scary Movie, stepping into a major comedy franchise, and using improv to help shape one of her biggest career moments yet. The conversation covers auditions, chemistry reads, comedy timing, Hollywood pressure, and why this role hit at exactly the right time.

Keith and Savannah also riff on Texas roots, Whataburger vs. In-N-Out, A Cowgirl's Song, dream roles like Rapunzel, Comic-Cons, autographs, time travel, and even how the pyramids were built. It's funny, weird, honest, and full of behind-the-scenes stories that movie fans, aspiring actors, and comedy lovers will eat up.

Guest Info

Savannah Lee Nassif is an actress from Houston, Texas, known for Scary Movie (2026), Julie and the Phantoms, Knight Squad, and A Cowgirl's Song. In this episode, she talks about her theater and dance background, her love of comedy, and how her performance instincts helped her stand out in a huge ensemble comedy.

Guest Social Links

Follow Savannah Lee Nassif here:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/savannahleenassif/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@savannahleenassif X / Twitter: https://x.com/savannahlnassif?lang=en IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6676263/

Chapters

01:37 Texas roots and the Whataburger debate

04:23 Scary Movie and why audiences are loving it

06:17 The audition process for Tuesday

10:59 Chemistry reads, Zoom auditions, and improv

16:42 Theater training and comedy timing

19:42 Improvising on set and getting lines into the script

23:20 A Cowgirl's Song, singing, and country roots

26:47 Handling pressure as a young lead

28:02 Is Scary Movie 7 happening?

29:36 Dream role: Rapunzel

31:21 If Savannah were a Ben & Jerry's flavor

33:15 Pyramids, time travel, and chaotic theories

35:34 Advice to her younger self

37:15 Comic-Cons, autographs, and fan-favorite lines

39:24 Where to follow Savannah

40:39 Outro

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Mark Benson on Isaac in the Sky, Planet Nine, Trauma & the Search for Life

What if a space adventure could also be a story about grief, healing, and finding yourself?

In this episode of Reza Rifts with Keith Reza, author Mark Benson joins Keith for a fascinating conversation about his novel Isaac in the Sky, the real mystery of Planet Nine, and the emotional themes of trauma, resilience, and self-discovery that power the story.

Mark breaks down how science, fiction, and personal truth intersect in his writing, while also diving into big-picture questions about space exploration, hidden worlds, and whether life may exist far beyond Earth. From the haunting emotional core of Isaac's journey to the wonder of places like Enceladus, this episode blends heart, imagination, and real cosmic curiosity.

If you love space, astronomy, sci-fi storytelling, Planet Nine theories, emotional coming-of-age stories, and deep creative conversations, this is an episode you'll want to watch all the way through.

Guest Info

Mark Benson is an author whose novel Isaac in the Sky blends space fiction, emotional healing, trauma, and self-discovery into a powerful coming-of-age journey. In this conversation with Keith Reza, Mark shares the inspiration behind the book, how real astronomy influenced the story, and why science fiction can be such a powerful vehicle for exploring pain, identity, and hope.

Guest Social Links

Follow Mark Benson:

• Website: https://www.markbenson.com

• Book: https://www.markbenson.com/isaac-in-the-sky

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wayside_writer

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Mark Benson and His Book

07:00 The Story of Isaac in the Sky

13:52 Themes of Trauma and Healing

19:59 The Writing Process and Inspiration

22:56 The Reality of Planet Nine

23:20 Exploring the Depths of Sadness

30:25 The Mysteries of Space and Life

35:50 Personal Connections to Astronomy

41:01 The Journey of Writing and Creativity

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Jodi Miller on Comedy, Mentorship, and Filming a Special During the Pandemic

Comedian Jodi Miller joins Keith Reza on Reza Rifts for a funny, insightful, and honest conversation about building a career in stand-up comedy, filming a comedy special during the pandemic, and why humor can be one of the most powerful tools for healing.

In this episode, Jodi talks about the realities of working in the comedy industry, the importance of mentorship, and how comedians adapt when the world changes overnight. She shares her perspective on performing in clubs versus theaters, the value of staying authentic on stage, and how comics can grow through community, patience, and real-life experience.

The conversation also dives into women in comedy, social media, comedy books, running rooms, personal loss, and the therapeutic role humor can play in difficult times. If you're an aspiring comedian, comedy fan, or someone who believes laughter helps us survive, this episode is packed with wisdom, perspective, and great stories.

Guest Info

Jodi Miller is a stand-up comedian, writer, and performer known for her sharp comedy, honest storytelling, and thoughtful perspective on life, the business, and the evolving comedy world. In this conversation with Keith Reza, she opens up about the long game of stand-up, learning from mentors, filming during uncertain times, and why comics should never rush the process.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Comedy Scene Connections 04:01 Filming Comedy Specials Post-Pandemic 09:53 Navigating the Pandemic as a Comic 14:01 The Rise of OnlyFans and Comedy 18:06 Writing and Publishing Comedy Books 25:51 The Journey into Comedy and Mentorship 28:35 The Journey of a Comedian 30:00 Learning from the Road 35:55 The Impact of Social Media on Comedy 40:00 Running Comedy Rooms 44:53 The Therapeutic Power of Comedy 49:08 Dealing with Loss through Humor 56:48 The Evolution of Women in Comedy 59:47 Advice to My Younger Self

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Lukas Haas Gets Real About Hollywood, Child Fame & Spider-Noir

What's it really like to grow up in Hollywood, become a star as a kid, and still keep evolving as an artist decades later?

In this episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with Lukas Haas for a candid, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about his upcoming role in Spider-Noir, the pressure of self-tape auditions, playing darker characters, and what it takes to survive a lifetime in the entertainment industry.

Lukas opens up about landing Spider-Noir, stepping into a stylized noir comic-book world, and why filming in both black-and-white and color gave the project such a unique feel. He also talks about the freedom of playing a villain, the art of instinctive acting, and how costumes, tone, and physicality all help shape a memorable performance.

But this episode goes far beyond one role.

Keith and Lukas also dive into Lukas's early rise as a child actor, learning lines before he fully knew how to read, working through the highs and lows of a long Hollywood career, and the reality of constantly reinventing yourself as you grow older in the industry. They also talk about Mars Attacks!, creative burnout, rewriting dialogue, difficult personalities in Hollywood, and Lukas's passion for music including his upcoming release of "Ramblin' Man."

If you love Hollywood stories, acting insights, behind-the-scenes film talk, child star journeys, and honest conversations with real artists, this is one of the most revealing Reza Rifts episodes yet.

Guest Bio

Lukas Haas is an actor and musician whose career began in childhood and has spanned decades across film and television. In this conversation, Keith references credits including Witness, Lady in White, The Wizard of Loneliness, Mars Attacks!, and Inception. Lukas also discusses his role in the upcoming series Spider-Noir, where he plays the right-hand man to Brendan Gleeson's character, as well as his passion for writing and recording music.

Follow Lukas Haas: Instagram: @lukashaas… https://www.instagram.com/lukashaas/

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Lukas Haas

01:50 Spider-Noir and landing the role through self-tape

06:20 Building a noir gangster character

08:30 Filming Spider-Noir in black and white and color

14:20 Playing villains and leaning into physicality

16:10 Costumes, style, and character choices

19:50 Lukas Haas and music as a second creative life

22:00 Recording "Ramblin' Man" and covering Hank Williams

24:10 Writing music vs. acting in film

27:20 Performance anxiety, creativity, and artistic process

30:20 Starting as a child actor and becoming obsessed with acting

34:10 Learning scripts before knowing how to read

39:10 The Ryan White Story and emotional early-career experiences

44:00 Mars Attacks! and working with Tim Burton

50:10 Meth Head and performances Lukas is proud of

52:50 Growing up in Hollywood and adapting as an actor

64:10 What Lukas would tell his younger self

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Sam J. Jones on Flash Gordon, Fear, Fame, and Life Beyond Hollywood

In this episode of Reza Rifts, Keith Reza sits down with actor Sam J. Jones for a funny, candid, and surprisingly thoughtful conversation about Flash Gordon, staying grounded in Hollywood, working security outside the movie business, fan conventions, and the mindset it takes to survive a long career in entertainment. Sam reflects on the pressure of carrying a cult classic, why Flash Gordon still connects with audiences decades later, and how discipline, humility, and preparation shaped both his acting career and his life off-screen.

The conversation also dives into Sam's work on The Spirit, Under the Gun, and Life After Flash, along with behind-the-scenes stories about conventions, celebrity encounters, comic timing, and one unforgettable Harley-Davidson wrap-party moment. It's a warm, honest episode packed with old-school Hollywood perspective and practical life wisdom.

Guest Bio: Sam J. Jones

Sam J. Jones is an American actor best known for playing the title role in Flash Gordon (1980). Over the years, he has also appeared in projects including The Spirit, Under the Gun, and the documentary Life After Flash, which explores the legacy of Flash Gordon and his life beyond the film.

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• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealsamjjones/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamJJonesOfficial/

• IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0429207/

Featured Titles and References

• Flash Gordon (1980)...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080745/

• The Spirit (1987)...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094017/

• Under the Gun...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098558/

• Life After Flash...https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4917554/

• Life After Flash official page: https://www.lifeaftermovies.com/lifeafterflash

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction and opening banter

04:58 The legacy of Flash Gordon

06:28 Fear, pressure, and leading a cult classic

09:54 Why Flash Gordon still resonates with audiences

14:36 Sam's security work and how it parallels filmmaking

21:56 The wild story of being recognized while on a protection job

29:37 Life After Flash and the idea for a future documentary

31:10 Working with Richard O'Brien and the joy of fan conventions

37:29 Under the Gun, Vanessa Williams, and the Harley wrap-party story

41:08 Playing The Spirit and Will Eisner's endorsement

44:20 Early Hollywood memories, Robin Williams, and Paul Mooney

47:20 Where to follow Sam J. Jones online

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From Pro Tennis to Hollywood: Jake Jensen's Unique Journey

In this episode of Reza Rifts, host Keith Reza sits down with actor, producer, and former high-level tennis pro Jake Jensen for a conversation about pressure, reinvention, and what it takes to perform when everything is on the line.

Jake shares his unique journey from the world of competitive tennis into acting and filmmaking, opening up about how the mental toughness required in sports prepared him for the entertainment industry. He talks about high-stakes moments on the court, the psychological traps performers fall into, and why reframing fear can completely change the way you show up in life and work.

The episode also explores Jake's experience working on Challengers, collaborating in a high-pressure production environment, and navigating the realities of Hollywood as both an actor and producer. From sports psychology to storytelling, this conversation is packed with practical insight for athletes, actors, creatives, and anyone learning how to handle stress with more confidence and clarity.

If you've ever struggled with performance anxiety, career transition, or self-doubt under pressure, this episode delivers real perspective from someone who's lived it in multiple arenas.

Guest Info: Jake Jensen

Jake Jensen is an actor, producer, and professor of sport psychology based in the greater Los Angeles area. According to his IMDb biography, his credits include King Richard, Challengers, and the fantasy romantic dramedy Believe. In addition to his entertainment work, he is also a tennis player, pianist, and fluent French speaker.

Guest Social Links

• Instagram: @jakejensenmedia … https://www.instagram.com/jakejensenmedia/

• IMDb: Jake Jensen IMDb … https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6628028/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Jake Jensen's Background 02:20 From Tennis to Acting: The Transition 08:01 Experience on the Set of Challengers 15:03 Working with Zendaya and the Challenges of Film Production 19:59 The Role of Sports Psychology in Acting and Performance 28:00 The Plot of Believe and Personal Insights 35:09 Industry Challenges: Representation and Exploitation 40:01 Jake Jensen's Social Media and Future Projects

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