Aki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, Jacob Romero, and Taz Skylar join The Collection to talk about bringing Netflix’s live-action One Piece to life.In this fast-paced conversation, the cast reflects on the global phenomenon of One Piece, the pressure and excitement of adapting one of the most beloved manga and anime franchises of all time, and the bond they formed while building the crew together on screen.They also share stories from filming, their approach to portraying these iconic characters, and how they balanced action, comedy, and heart while honoring the spirit of Eiichiro Oda’s legendary series.
The Collection is hosted by Brad Gilmore.
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Brad Gilmore is a Houston-based multimedia personality, author, and producer who has built a career at the intersection of sports, entertainment, and storytelling. Known to fans as The BOAT (“Best of All Time”), Brad has hosted and produced programming across ESPN Radio, CW39 Houston, and Reality of Wrestling alongside WWE Hall of Famer Booker T.He is the creator and host of The Collection, a podcast where he sits down with some of the most influential figures in film, television, and music. Brad is also an accomplished author, with forthcoming titles including Why We Love Back to the Future: 40 Years of Fandom, Flux Capacitors, and Timeless Adventures (Mango Publishing, 2025). His interviews, live events, and media work reflect his passion for pop culture and his gift for making conversations both insightful and entertaining. Beyond the microphone, Brad is committed to building platforms that spotlight creativity, amplify voices, and connect communities through media.