The Roundtable with Robert Bannon

Jodie Sweetin has been making audiences laugh for decades — but now she’s doing it with a microphone in her hand!

The beloved Full House and Fuller House star joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a fun catch-up on everything filling her world these days. Jodie talks about her latest work, the podcast world, staying busy on screen and beyond, and stepping into a whole new lane as a comedian!

Of course, we talk about the incredible journey that began with Stephanie Tanner, but Jodie’s story has grown into so much more. From acting and hosting to podcasting, advocacy, and now comedy, she continues to take on new challenges while bringing the humor, honesty, and personality audiences have loved for years.

So yes… Jodie’s life is FULL!

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Dr. Sherika Newman has spent her career helping others heal. Now, she is sharing the story of how she learned to heal herself.

The board-certified physician, national leader in hospice and palliative care, and founder of Doctor in the Family joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her debut memoir, Heal Thyself: From Childhood Trauma to Triumph.

In the deeply personal book, Dr. Newman opens up about a journey that began with a childhood marked by poverty and abuse and continued through teenage motherhood, medical school, multiple marriages, motherhood, and the demands of building a successful career in medicine. But Heal Thyself isn't simply about what she survived — it's about what it took to move forward, confront the past, and find wholeness.

Across ten chapters, Dr. Newman connects stories from her medical practice with her own experiences, exploring faith, resilience, identity, family, community, and the people who helped carry her through the seasons when giving up felt easier than continuing.

On The Roundtable, Dr. Newman gets candid about why she decided it was finally time to tell her story, how her experiences shaped the physician she became, and why healing can require the same compassion we so freely offer to others.

We also talk about the community that stood beside her, the importance of therapy and chosen family, and the message she hopes readers take from Heal Thyself: trauma may be part of your story, but it doesn't have to determine how that story ends.

Dr. Newman brings the same warmth and honesty to this conversation that have made her the doctor friends, families, and patients turn to for compassionate, patient-centered care.

Heal Thyself: From Childhood Trauma to Triumph is available on Amazon.

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Welcome to Music City! Lauren “LOLO” Pritchard and Stephen Michael Spencer join Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to talk about the gritty, heartfelt new musical bringing the sound—and struggle—of Nashville to the New York stage.

Now playing Off-Broadway at St. Luke’s Theatre, Music City features music and lyrics by Billboard chart-topping songwriter JT Harding, a book by Peter Zinn, and direction by Eric Tucker. Set around the Wicked Tickle, an East Nashville dive bar filled with singers, songwriters, cheap beer, big dreams, and complicated lives, the show explores what happens when ambition, love, addiction, poverty, and the pursuit of a break all collide.

LOLO, known to Broadway audiences as original cast member Ilse in Spring Awakening and for her recording career, stars as 23, while Stephen Michael Spencer—whose Broadway credits include Clyde’s—plays T.J. Together, they help bring Harding’s contemporary country catalogue to life with songs including “Smile,” “Sangria,” and “Somewhere In My Car.”

We talk about the music, the characters, the immersive world of the show, and why Music City is about much more than country music. It’s a story about artists chasing something bigger while navigating all the messy, beautiful, and sometimes heartbreaking parts of life along the way.

Music City began its current Off-Broadway run June 15 and officially opened June 24, 2026.

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Mira Housey is here — and this Detroit talent is having quite a moment!

The singer, songwriter, producer and classically trained pianist joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to talk about her new music and the journey from growing up in Michigan to becoming one of pop music’s exciting emerging voices.

Housey recently released her six-song EP Mirror, featuring tracks including “Layup,” “prettyboy,” “BUTTERF-LIES,” “Sleeping In My Makeup,” “Yours,” and “When I’m in the 70s.” Even more impressive? Housey writes, records and produces her own music, bringing together her classical piano background with a fresh, cinematic pop sound.

The momentum continues to build. Housey has landed back-to-back Spotify New Music Friday placements, appeared on the covers of Fresh Finds and Fresh Finds Pop, and was celebrated with a Spotify-sponsored billboard in New York City. Her breakout “hold the applause” has racked up millions of streams, while her songwriting and production work includes collaborations with artists including Lauv, Laura Marano, Dasha, Matt Hansen, Alex Sampson and Faouzia.

She has also taken her music to television, performing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and her work has found its way into film and television — including All American, Home & Away, and The Devil Wears Prada 2.

Now Mira sits down with Robert to talk about Mirror, making music on her own terms, the creative process behind the songs, her Detroit roots, and what comes next.

Get to know Mira Housey on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon!

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From the ballroom to Broadway, Mark Ballas has done a little bit of everything — and now he’s back on The Roundtable!

The three-time Dancing with the Stars Mirrorball champion is currently back on Broadway starring as the slick, smooth-talking Billy Flynn in CHICAGO. After a celebrated run earlier this year, Mark returned to the Ambassador Theatre for another limited engagement, playing Billy through August 16. And Broadway is hardly new territory for him — Mark previously starred as Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys and Charlie Price in Kinky Boots.

Of course, we had to talk DANCING WITH THE STARS. Mark has become one of the franchise’s most recognizable and beloved pros, and now he’s helping find its next generation of talent. He serves as a judge alongside his mother, ballroom legend Shirley Ballas, on ABC’s new series Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro. Hosted by Robert Irwin, the competition follows 12 dancers fighting for the chance to become a pro on Season 35 of DWTS.

We talk Broadway, Billy Flynn, the ballroom, judging the next generation of dancers, his career — and somehow we even get to WEED WHACKERS!

Yes. Weed whackers.

Mark’s grandfather, George Ballas, invented the Weed Eater in 1971 after inspiration struck while watching the spinning brushes at a car wash. He went home, experimented with fishing line attached to a rotating device, and helped create the string trimmer that would eventually become a lawn-care staple.

So apparently talent runs in the Ballas family — dancing, performing, judging... and keeping the lawn looking fabulous.

We had an absolute blast catching up with Mark Ballas about CHICAGO, Dancing with the Stars: The Next Pro, his incredible career, and one of the most unexpected family stories we’ve ever heard on The Roundtable!

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The Detroit native joins PJ Morton at The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre — and stops by The Roundtable to talk music, hits, and coming home.

Detroit’s own J. Brown is here, and he’s bringing that smooth R&B sound back home!

The singer-songwriter has built an impressive run in contemporary R&B, with fan favorites including “My Whole Heart,” “If You Could See You,” “Moon,” “Sunrise Sunset,” “True Love,” and “Don’t Rush” featuring Tank. His music blends classic soul, romance, and modern R&B — fitting for an artist who grew up right here in the Motor City. “Sunrise Sunset” reached the Top 10 on Billboard’s Adult R&B chart, while “Moon” climbed even higher to No. 7.

Now J. Brown is coming home! He hits The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre in Detroit on Wednesday, July 29, joining PJ Morton for a night of R&B on the riverfront.

On The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, J. Brown talks about his music, his journey from Detroit to the national R&B stage, the records that have connected with fans, and what it means to perform back home.

If you love real R&B, great vocals, and songs you can actually feel, do not miss J. Brown — on The Roundtable and live at The Aretha!

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Few companies have shaped the world of documentaries and entertainment quite like Dave Sirulnick and Jon Kamen. As founders and creative leaders of RadicalMedia, they've helped produce groundbreaking films, live events, and documentaries that have changed the way audiences experience music, culture, and storytelling. Their impressive résumé includes Hamilton, Summer of Soul, David Byrne's American Utopia, and countless award-winning projects.

Now they're bringing one of music's greatest stories to the screen with HBO's acclaimed documentary Earth, Wind & Fire (To Be Celestial vs. That's the Weight of the World), directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Questlove. The film explores the extraordinary legacy of Maurice White and the legendary band, tracing their rise from Chicago beginnings to becoming one of the most influential and beloved groups in music history. Featuring rare archival footage, intimate interviews, and an exploration of the band's spiritual philosophy, the documentary celebrates the music, message, and enduring cultural impact of Earth, Wind & Fire.

Dave and Jon join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss collaborating with Questlove, the responsibility of preserving music history, and why documentaries have become one of the most powerful ways to tell artists' stories. They also share how today's audiences connect with authentic storytelling and what's next for the future of music documentaries.

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The Roundtable with Robert Bannon heads to the Motor City for the Detroit premiere of Haunted Heist! Robert catches up with Lil Rel, who not only stars in the film but also steps behind the camera as director for this hilarious horror comedy that was proudly shot right here in Detroit.

Co-starring Tiffany Haddish, King Bach, and Karlous Miller, Haunted Heist blends laughs, scares, and plenty of Detroit flavor. Robert also chats with members of the cast and creative team about bringing the film to life, filming in the city, and why Detroit was the perfect backdrop for this wild adventure.

Plus, Lil Rel opens up about why he wanted to direct this project, what the experience taught him, and even shares just how many haunted houses he believes are hiding throughout Detroit!

Don't miss this fun, behind-the-scenes look at one of the summer's most entertaining horror comedies—straight from the red carpet!

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From beloved actress to acclaimed singer-songwriter, Alicia Witt continues to prove there is no limit to her artistry. Alicia joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss her deeply personal new album, Between Heaven and Earth, arriving August 28 via Thirty Tigers. Produced by Grammy-winning producer Joe Henry and inspired in part by the enduring creative influence of David Lynch, the album explores love, connection, hope, and transcendence. She also shares what fans can expect as she heads out on a nationwide tour this fall in support of the record.

Of course, Alicia's incredible career spans decades. Audiences first fell in love with her as a child discovered by David Lynch before she went on to star in iconic films like Dune, Mr. Holland's Opus, Two Weeks Notice, Last Holiday, 88 Minutes, and Longlegs, while also becoming a fan favorite through hit television series including Twin Peaks, Nashville, The Walking Dead, Orange Is the New Black, and numerous beloved Hallmark Channel movies. Beyond acting, Alicia has built a celebrated music career as a classically trained pianist and singer-songwriter, earning praise for her heartfelt lyrics and powerful live performances.

Join Robert and Alicia for an inspiring conversation about balancing music and acting, creating her most personal album yet, life on the road, her incredible journey through Hollywood, and what's still ahead.

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From heartwarming holiday movies to unforgettable performances, Nikki DeLoach has become one of Hallmark's most beloved leading ladies. Now, she's taking that magic on the road as the host of the brand-new Hallmark Stars Live tour, and she's joining The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to share all about it!

Launching this summer, Hallmark Stars Live is Hallmark's first-ever multi-city live tour, bringing fan-favorite stars directly to audiences across the country for an interactive evening filled with behind-the-scenes stories, laughter, heartfelt conversations, and the warmth Hallmark fans have come to love. Nikki hosts the 90-minute live experience alongside fellow Hallmark favorites, with Detroit's historic Fisher Theatre serving as one of the featured stops on the nationwide tour.

In this candid conversation, Nikki opens up about the incredible Hallmark community, what makes these live events so special, her favorite moments connecting with fans, and why this tour is unlike anything Hallmark has ever done. She also reflects on her remarkable career, balancing acting, producing, storytelling, and creating meaningful projects that continue to inspire audiences around the world.

Whether you're a lifelong Hallmark fan or simply love great storytelling, this is a conversation full of heart, laughter, and plenty of holiday spirit—even in the middle of summer!

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