Wil Wheaton (Stand By Me, Big Bang Theory) joins us this week to share his brave story of coming to grips with the trauma of his childhood, breaking the cycle so it doesn’t carry on to future generations, and understanding that part of his healing process may lead to a lifetime split from his family. Wil is an open book as he talks about problematic introductions to the world of child acting and how his career was propped up from parental projections onto him. We also get into his annotated look back into the past with Still Just a Geek, his amazement of being in Star Trek as a trekky, and how he manages his anxiety depression and PTSD.
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Stand By Me’s WIL WHEATON: Breaking the Cycle

I’m Michael Rosenbaum, I’ve spent the better part of the last two decades in and out of film and television - mostly known for playing the bald dude on the show Smallville. I’m the guy that you probably don’t know by name, but when you see my face you might say “oh, that guy from that thing.” I’ve befriended some of the most talented people in the business, but it wasn’t until I started inviting them into my home that I realized, I didn’t really know these people. What started as me having some fun, quickly evolved into something I’ve fallen in love with. What I’ve discovered is that all these people aren’t that different from you and me. They have the same insecurities and flaws that we all deal with every day. In a dark, yet enlightening way... I find a lot of comfort in that. I invite you all to join me while I get inside each of these fascinating people.

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Tim Blake Nelson (Old Henry, O Brother, Where Art Thou?) joins us this week to share his experience in this industry as a respected character actor and the on-set lessons learned from masters of their craft like Steven Spielberg, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Tom Cruise. Tim shares how James Franco helped pull him out of creative complacency during a lull, helping him develop his new approach of preparing for roles. We also talk about his last minute addition to ‘O Brother, Where Art Thou?,’ collaborating with his son Henry on ‘Asleep in My Palm,’ and his reaction to being cut out of ‘Dune 2.’

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TIM BLAKE NELSON: Overcoming Complacency, Breaking Type Cast & Intimidations on Set

Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend's Wedding, The Wedding Date) joins us this week to share remarkable stories (on and off set) throughout his career and how he uses them as mental health check ins for gratitude in everything he’s been able to accomplis. Dermot also talks about his experience as a cellist, being able to work scores in both the Star Trek and Star Wars universes, and how he’s chasing the golden goose of working with Yo-Yo Ma. We also briefly talk about old stories of protecting Drew Barrymore, his big start with Julia Roberts, and how he turned a corner after his divorce and sobriety.

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DERMOT MULRONEY: Manifesting Yo-Yo Ma, Protecting Drew Barrymore & Being a Mouthy Cellist

Introducing A Stroll through the Smithsonian [Buteyko Breathing] from Soothing Sleep. Follow the show: Soothing SleepStep into the Smithsonian Natural History Museum in Washington D.C. on a rainy day. Wander through exhibits that span the breadth of human history, connecting with prehistoric creatures and our ancestors. This reflective journey through time is paired with the Buteyko breathing method, known to enhance calm, reduce symptoms of asthma, and significantly improve sleep quality. Experience a trip to the museum like no other, where history meets relaxation.
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Katey Sagal & Kurt Sutter (PIE, Sons of Anarchy) join us this week as (potentially) our first married couple to share their experience working together on the hit series Sons of Anarchy, finding love through sobriety, and fighting for marriage while giving grace to your partner at their lowest. Kurt talks about the creative inception of Sons of Anarchy, while Katey shares her gratitude for being able to get out of the comedic box that she was put into after the success of Married With Children. We also talk about the working relationship between a director and actor, Katey’s rockstar origins in Hollywood, and Kurt’s upcoming series The Abandons.

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KATEY SAGAL & KURT SUTTER: The Real Divas of SOA, Love Through Sobriety & Killing Peg Bundy!

Introducing The Soothing Sleep Express [Box Breathing] from Soothing Sleep. Follow the show: Soothing SleepWelcome, Dreamers, to 'Soothing Sleep,' your sanctuary for bedtime bliss. In today's episode, we embark on the 'Soothing Sleep Express,' a luxury train journey that whisks us from snow-capped mountains to serene coastal settings. Relax in your private car as the mesmerizing landscape transforms, providing the perfect setting for deep relaxation and visualization. Learn and apply the Box Breathing technique with us—a simple yet powerful breathing exercise that helps reduce stress, enhance relaxation, and promote better sleep.

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Stand By Me’s WIL WHEATON: Breaking the Cycle

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