The Quinn Marr Show

On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by actress Laine MacNeil.

Laine talks about getting her start as a child actor, landing her first role in Mr. Troop Mom, and what it was like working alongside actors like George Lopez, Jane Lynch, and the Wolff brothers at such a young age.

Laine reflects on her time playing Patty Farrell in the original Diary of a Wimpy Kid trilogy, including auditioning for the role, filming in Vancouver, working with Zachary Gordon, Robert Capron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Karan Brar, and Peyton List, and some of the memorable moments fans still remember today — including Patty's singing and wrestling.

The conversation also dives into Laine's career after Diary of a Wimpy Kid, including R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour, Monsterville, The Edge of Seventeen, You Me Her, and The Last of Us.

Plus, Laine shares some fun behind-the-scenes stories, talks about growing up in the entertainment industry, and discusses being friends with a young Sabrina Carpenter.

This episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look back at one of the most memorable characters from the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies.

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On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by actress Hannah Lochner!

Hannah talks about getting her start as a child actor, landing roles in films like Dawn of the Dead and Firehouse Dog, and what it was like working in the entertainment industry from such a young age.

Hannah reflects on playing Brittany Hanson on Family Channel's Wingin' It, what it was like being part of the cast, and some of the behind-the-scenes memories and funniest moments from the show.

The conversation also dives into growing up in the entertainment industry, working with the Wingin' It cast, how she looks back on Brittany today, and what it's like having fans still remember the show years later.

This episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look back at some of Hannah Lochner's most memorable roles.

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On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by actor, writer, and producer Jack Salvatore. Jack talks about getting his start in Hollywood, landing some of his earliest roles, and what it was like being cast as one of the original young actors in 13 Going On 30 before ultimately being recast. Jack reflects on his time playing Mark Del Figgalo on Zoey 101, what it was like being part of the show during its run, and how his career eventually expanded beyond acting and into working behind the scenes on shows like Victorious and Sam & Cat. The conversation also dives into Jack's experiences working with Dan Schneider, including some of the more unfortunate experiences he encountered during his time in that world, returning to the Zoey 101 universe with Zoey 102, whether there could be any future Zoey projects, and what Jack is currently working on today. This episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a fascinating look at the many different sides of Jack Salvatore's career in Hollywood. Watch / Listen: [https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow] Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #JackSalvatore #Zoey101 #Zoey102 #13GoingOn30 #Victorious #SamAndCat #Nickelodeon #DanSchneider #Hollywood #BehindTheScenes #TheQuinnMarrShow #Podcast #Nostalgia #2000s #NickelodeonNostalgia

On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by veteran voice-over artist Mike Pongracz. Mike talks about growing up in Stouffville, Ontario, his love of hockey, and how he first got his start in radio before unexpectedly finding his way into the world of voice-over work. Mike reflects on the early grind of building a career behind the microphone, auditioning for countless projects, and eventually becoming one of the most recognizable voices in Canadian advertising. He shares the story behind Cineplex's iconic Tommy Texter campaign, which first debuted in 2009 and became a staple of the movie-going experience for an entire generation of Canadians before returning with a sequel in 2024. The conversation also dives into Mike's work with Sportsnet, the evolution of the voice-over industry, how technology has changed the business, his thoughts on the rise of artificial intelligence, and what it's like knowing millions of people recognize his voice without ever knowing his face. This episode is packed with nostalgia, behind-the-scenes stories, and a fascinating look at the career of one of Canada's most familiar voices. Watch / Listen: [https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow] Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #MikePongracz #TommyTexter #Cineplex #Sportsnet #VoiceOver #VoiceOverArtist #CanadianTV #Commercials #TheQuinnMarrShow #Podcast #Nostalgia #Radio #TommyTexterReturns #AI #CanadianEntertainment

On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by actor Joseph Ashton. Joseph talks about growing up in California, discovering his passion for acting at a young age, and how he landed his first roles in Hollywood. He shares stories from the early days of his career, including working alongside Chuck Norris, acting with a sea lion, and eventually voicing Otto Rocket in the beloved Nickelodeon series Rocket Power. Joseph also reflects on the impact Rocket Power had on a generation of fans, what it was like bringing Otto to life, and his experiences working in both television and film. Beyond acting, he dives into his journey becoming a trained fighter, competing in motor racing, and eventually pursuing a career in law enforcement as a Sheriff's Deputy. This episode is packed with nostalgia, incredible life stories, and a fascinating look at a career that has taken Joseph from Hollywood sets to the streets of California. Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #JosephAshton #RocketPower #OttoRocket #Nickelodeon #90sKids #2000sKids #ChuckNorris #Podcast #TheQuinnMarrShow #Nostalgia #VoiceActor #California #SheriffsDeputy #MotorRacing #RocketPowerFans #NickToons

On this week's episode, Quinn is joined by actor Jay Klaitz. Jay talks about growing up in Florida, being the class clown as a kid, and discovering his love for acting and theatre at a young age. He shares stories from the early days of his career, eventually leading to his work with Rockstar Games on some of the early Grand Theft Auto titles before landing the iconic role of Lester Crest in Grand Theft Auto V. Jay also dives into the behind-the-scenes process of creating one of the biggest video games of all time, what it was like bringing Lester to life, how the success of GTA V changed everything, fan interactions over the years, and whether or not he could appear in Grand Theft Auto VI. This episode is packed with nostalgia, gaming stories, and an inside look at one of gaming's most legendary franchises. Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #JayKlaitz #GTA5 #GrandTheftAuto #GTAV #RockstarGames #GTA6 #LesterCrest #GamingPodcast #Nostalgia #TheQuinnMarrShow #VideoGames #GTA #Podcast #GamingNostalgia #GrandTheftAutoV

Nolan Sotillo joins Quinn Marr to talk about his journey from growing up in Florida to building a career across both acting and music. Nolan reflects on his childhood playing nearly every sport while also discovering a passion for singing and acting. He shares what it was like making the bold decision to leave high school early and move to Los Angeles to pursue those dreams. The conversation dives into his early acting career, including landing a role in the Disney movie Prom and developing a crush on his co-star Danielle Campbell. Nolan also talks about starring in the TV series Red Band Society and what that experience was like during a pivotal moment in his acting career. He also opens up about stepping away from acting to focus on his growing country music career, the transition from Hollywood to Nashville, what he's working on in 2026, and his plans for a return to acting in the future. Watch / Listen: [https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow] Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #NolanSotillo #PromMovie #RedBandSociety #CountryMusic #DisneyMovies #DanielleCampbell #TheQuinnMarrShow #Nostalgia #PodcastLife

David DeVore Jr., better known as “David After Dentist,” joins Quinn to talk about the viral moment that helped define early YouTube culture. David reflects on the day his dad decided to record him after a trip to the dentist — a moment that led to the now-iconic “Is this real life?” video. He shares how the video actually sat for about six months before being uploaded and what it was like when it suddenly exploded online almost overnight. The conversation dives into the massive viral wave that followed, from media attention and interviews to becoming one of the most recognizable early internet videos of its era. David also talks about how the video later found new life years later when part of it was sold as an NFT and what it's been like growing up with a piece of internet history attached to your name. He also opens up about life since the viral moment, how he looks back on the experience today, and what it means to have been part of one of YouTube's earliest viral sensations. Watch / Listen: [https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow] Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr] Instagram (Show): [https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow] YouTube: [https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow] TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow] #DavidAfterDentist #DavidDevore #YouTubeHistory #ViralVideo #InternetCulture #EarlyYouTube #TheQuinnMarrShow #Nostalgia #PodcastLife

R.Brandon Johnson joins The Quinn Marr Show to talk about his journey into acting — from getting a later start due to a junior hockey career to eventually finding his place in Hollywood. Brandon reflects on his early break on One Life to Live, how that opportunity helped launch his career, and what it was like stepping into the world of daytime television before transitioning into Disney Channel. The conversation dives into his role on Hannah Montana, being part of the Jake Ryan love storyline, and what it was like working within one of the biggest teen shows of its era. Brandon also shares stories from playing the iconic show host Gary Wilde on Shake It Up, collaborating with Zendaya and Bella Thorne, and the energy behind that Disney Channel moment in time. He also opens up about what he's working on in 2026, how his career has evolved over the years, and what it's like looking back on the projects that shaped a generation. Watch / Listen: https://beacons.ai/thequinnmarrshow Subscribe for more nostalgic interviews every week! Follow me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarr Instagram (Show): https://www.instagram.com/thequinnmarrshow YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thequinnmarrshow TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thequinnmarrshow #BrandonJohnson #ShakeItUp #HannahMontana #DisneyChannel #Zendaya #BellaThorne #MileyCyrus #OneLifeToLive #TheQuinnMarrShow #Nostalgia #PodcastLife