Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

Bob Odenkirk joins us for a layered and unexpectedly vulnerable conversation about reinvention, ego, and mortality. Bob breaks down the exact moment he decided to pivot from comedy and Saul Goodman into full blown action films, why he refused to wink at the audience in Nobody, and how real life rage from a home invasion became creative fuel. He also opens up about collapsing on set from a heart at...

Vincent D’Onofrio joins us for a deeply honest conversation about discipline, insecurity, and what it actually takes to last decades in this business. From wearing a full body Kingpin suit to embracing failure on set, Vincent explains why ego is useless, why struggle is the art, and why he has no intention of retiring at 66. He also opens up about being bullied as a kid in Florida and how those ea...

Frankie Muniz (Malcolm in the Middle, NASCAR) joins us this week for an honest and energized conversation about the long road to bringing Malcolm back, the physical and mental toll of racing full time in NASCAR, and what it really feels like to juggle two careers at the highest level. Frankie opens up about the emotional final day on the original series, what Bryan Cranston means to him as a fathe...

Joel Kinnaman (Robocop, The Killing) joins us this week and gets real about anxiety, identity, and doing the work to change. From developing an eating disorder as a kid to dealing with panic attacks as an actor, Joel explains how therapy, meditation, and intense self reflection helped him regain control. He also reflects on his career, admitting he has spent years making projects that did not full...

Dominic Monaghan (Lord of the Rings, Lost) joins us for a wide ranging conversation that moves from Middle Earth memories to real life adventures with dangerous animals. Dominic talks about the lasting bond between the Lord of the Rings cast, why those friendships still matter decades later, and how his love of wildlife has led him into some extremely risky encounters. We also talk about the unexp...

Sarah Chalke joins us for a candid and layered conversation about stepping into Roseanne as a teenager and the emotional toll of replacing a beloved character. She reflects on the Scrubs years, the freedom of comedy, and how that chemistry shaped her career. We also get into Firefly Lane, motherhood, advocacy for her son, and what it takes to protect your identity after growing up in front of mill...

Danny Hutton, founding member of Three Dog Night, joins us for a raw and reflective conversation about the rise of one of the biggest bands of the 70s and the chaos that came with it. From overnight fame and internal band tension to addiction, financial collapse, and personal loss, Danny opens up about what success really cost him and what it took to survive it. We also talk about the music busine...

Mike Colter (Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, Evil) joins us for a deeply reflective and grounded conversation about confidence, discipline, and what it really takes to sustain a career in Hollywood without losing yourself. Mike opens up about early support versus later self doubt, nearly being pushed out of grad school, and how proving people wrong became fuel rather than resentment. He talks about why...

Stephen Amell (Arrow, Heels) joins us again this week for a deeply reflective and grounded conversation about identity after Arrow, taking responsibility when projects fail, and learning how to let go of ego in both career and life. Stephen opens up about Suits LA ending abruptly, why he still considers it one of the best experiences of his career, and how perspective changes when you stop trying...

David Ramsey (Arrow, Dexter) joins us for a deeply personal and wide ranging conversation about survival, perspective, and learning how to stay grounded in an unpredictable industry. David opens up about his experience with testicular cancer, how it reshaped his outlook on life, and why gratitude and presence became non negotiable. We talk about his journey from guest star to series regular, the r...

Jameela Jamil (The Good Place, Elio) joins us this week for a wildly honest conversation about chronic illness, passive self destruction and why she is done biohacking her life. Jameela opens up about living with Ehlers Danlos syndrome, surviving childhood abuse, the nervous breakdown that turned her into a truth teller and how EMDR therapy completely rewired her relationship to trauma and fear. W...

Ed Begley Jr. (St. Elsewhere, This Is Spinal Tap) takes us on a journey through one of the most unbelievable lives in Hollywood. From unknowingly hanging out with Charles Manson to forming a lifelong friendship with Carrie Fisher, Ed opens up about his wild past, near-death experiences, and the lessons he’s learned through sobriety and Parkinson’s. With humor, honesty, and grace, he reflects on th...

Mads Mikkelsen (Hannibal, Casino Royale) and Bryan Fuller (Dust Bunny, Hannibal) join us for a wide ranging and deeply personal conversation about their creative partnership, trust between actor and director, and the strange beauty found inside dark stories. Mads reflects on his unconventional path into acting, his background as a dancer, and the emotional discipline required to disappear into com...

Tom Wilson (Back to the Future, SpongeBob SquarePants) joins us for a deeply reflective, funny, and unexpectedly moving conversation about legacy, identity, and the long shadow of iconic roles. Tom opens up about the weight of Back to the Future, how fame can both elevate and trap an artist, and why learning to respect his own craft mattered more than applause. He shares vivid stories from the ear...

Hunter Doohan (Wednesday, Your Honor) joins us this week for a grounded and revealing conversation about the long road before his breakout, the pressure of joining a Tim Burton series, and the unexpected reality of becoming part of a global phenomenon. Hunter opens up about growing up closeted in Arkansas, losing his father to ALS, and the way grief shaped his early adulthood. He also shares stori...

Erica Durance (Smallville, Saving Hope) joins us for an open and reflective conversation about life after Smallville and the internal shifts that came with stepping away from constant momentum. She talks about burnout, aging, and learning how to listen to her body instead of pushing through everything. Erica also opens up about redefining success, letting go of hustle culture, and finding peace in...

William H. Macy (Fargo, Shameless, Boogie Nights) joins us this week for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about his life on stage and screen. William opens up about the persistence it took to land Fargo, the influence of his mentor David Mamet, and the nerves that never quite leave even after decades of work. We talk about his family memories, including smoking pot with his grandmother, why...

Ron Perlman (Hellboy, Sons of Anarchy) joins us for an unfiltered and captivating conversation about authenticity, creative rebellion, and the madness of Hollywood. Ron opens up about calling out powerful figures, feuding with politicians, and why he once sullied himself before shaking Harvey Weinstein’s. He talks about the genius of Bob Dylan and Marlon Brando, the magic of true artistry, and how...

Jared Harris (Chernobyl, Mad Men) joins us this week for a deeply personal and fascinating conversation about legacy, loss, and learning to trust himself as an actor. He opens up about growing up with his father Richard Harris, how that chaotic love shaped his view of art and fame, and the long road it took to find his own voice. Jared shares candid stories from Mad Men and Chernobyl, the pain of...

Brian Austin Green (Beverly Hills 90210, Smallville, The Masked Singer) joins us this week for a candid and funny conversation about early fame, learning boundaries, and finding peace through growth. Brian talks about his wild 90210 years, the pressure of sudden fame, and how therapy, fatherhood, and self-awareness have shaped him into who he is today. We get into people-pleasing, money, co-parent...

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Sebastian Maniscalco (The Irishman, About My Father) joins us this week for an unfiltered conversation about chasing approval, the grind of stand-up, and learning to slow down. Sebastian opens up about growing up with immigrant parents, bombing in his early sets, and the nerves of auditioning for Scorsese before eventually working with Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci. He also reflects on family life,...

Kristen Schaal (Last Man on Earth, Bob’s Burgers) joins us this week to share her unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of Hollywood. From crashing on couches in New York and making comedy for no money, to finding her voice on South Park and building family on Bob’s Burgers, Kristen’s story is one of persistence and originality. Along the way, she talks about the realities of rejection, th...

Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, From Beyond) joins us this week to open up about her journey from cult horror icon to truth-seeking storyteller. Barbara shares what it was like growing up in a carny family, the fractured reality of her parents’ marriage, and how she eventually found closure with her father. We also talk about her early soap opera days, her breakout in horror classics, and her refle...

Kristin Kreuk (Smallville, Burden of Truth) opens up in this week’s episode about the surprising turns of her career and the lessons learned along the way. From the sting of being fired from a pilot to the unexpected path that led her to Smallville, Kristin reflects on rejection, resilience, and finding her voice. She also talks about midlife health changes, family history, and what truly matters...