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Writer/Director Chris Columbus (Gremlins, Home Alone, Goonies, Harry Potter) joins Chris and tells some fantastic stories about working on some of your favorite movies! Chris C also talks about how a chance moment with Steven Spielberg launched his career, why infusing heart into a story is vital, and how difficult it can be to connect with one's own successes. He also talks about directing Kurt R...

Bryan Cranston returns to the podcast and opens up to Chris about having had COVID-19, de-stressing in a stressful world, and the joys of launching "Dos Hombres"--a Mezcal business--with former co-star (and former podcast guest) Aaron Paul. Bryan's new show "Your Honor" is airing now on Showtime ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Karl Urban (Star Trek, Lord of the Rings, The Boys) chats with Chris about life in New Zealand during the pandemic, making movies and TV shows down there, and he shares some good fatherhood wisdom. Also, there's some great Star Trek talk! Seasons 1 and 2 of The Boys are on Amazon right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Frost returns to the podcast! Nick and Chris chat about horror films, the process of writing them, and the experience of watching them growing up in the 80s. Nick's new show with Simon Pegg is called "Truth Seekers" and it's on Amazon right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lin Shaye is back on the podcast! She and Chris talk about keeping up their creativity during the pandemic, what pigeons can teach us about life, the joys and frustrations of gardening, and what she misses most about being on set. They also talk about her legendary career, their love of horror movies and her new film, "The Call", now available on VOD. Also see Lin in "Penny Dreadful: City of Angel...

Ethan and Elizabeth Finkelstein started the amazing and wildly successful Instagram feed @CheapOldHouses which showcases architectural gem homes under $100,000. It was an offshoot of CircaOldHouses.com, which itself has stunning (albeit more expensive) homes for sale, many of which are historical. Chris was a huge fan of both of these so he invited them on to talk preservation, restoration, and fi...

Elizabeth Marvel (Fargo, True Grit, new show Helstrom) chats with Chris about embracing technology, what following the Grateful Dead on tour taught her about performing, and what it’s like living on a farm during the pandemic. Elizabeth also talks about her son’s obsession with Stan Lee, venturing into the Marvel universe and her new show Helstrom, on Hulu now! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

The legendary Alan Arkin (Kominsky Method, Argo, Little Miss Sunshine, Slums of Beverly Hills, Glengarry Glen Ross, The In-Laws, and a million other amazing things) is on the podcast! He and Chris talk about meditation and self-reflection, his early days at Second City, and his new memoir "Out of My Mind", available now wherever books are sold! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

The legendary John Cleese is back on the podcast! John and Chris talk about John’s process for writing his new book "Creativity: A Short and Cheerful Guide", how perfectionism roadblocks art, and how to set up an environment that fosters creativity. John also remembers the late Graham Chapman and recounts how they came up with some of their classic sketches. "Creativity" is available now wherever...

The wonderful Jane Seymour chats with Chris about keeping busy during the pandemic, turning obstacles into opportunities, the possibility of creating a Bob Ross-style painting show, and how a near death experience many years ago shifted her perspective. Jane's new movie "The War with Grandpa" is in theaters now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Corey Taylor of Slipknot returns to the podcast! Corey has a new solo album out Oct. 2 called "CMFT" and it provides a jumping-off point for the conversation about growing in new directions while honoring your existing audience, not being afraid to try to things, and being true to yourself. Also Chris pitches Corey the idea of a speed metal musical. Stick around until the end of the podcast for a...

Chase Morrill--from your new favorite show Maine Cabin Masters--chats with Chris about life in Maine, how he built a home restoration company with his family and friends that became a show, the process of crafting renovation projects around personal stories, and how he wants to inspire people to build things. MCM is now in its 5th season on The DIY Network (which you can see on their channel/app,...

Lamorne Morris (New Girl, Game Night) chats with Chris about taking time to slow down while stuck in quarantine, their shared lack of tattoos, and air travel during a pandemic. Lamorne's new show Woke is streaming on Hulu now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erin Moriarty ("The Boys") and Chris have a wonderful discussion about mindfulness, Stoicism, and Eckhart Tolle. Also, some good tips for lighting a room for Zoom calls, staying productive while staying at home, and how to personalize your space without overspending! "The Boys" Season 2 is streaming on Amazon Prime right now with new episodes dropping every Friday! Learn more about your ad choices...

John Leguizamo talks about his incredible 30-year career as a comedian and actor, how he was driven to pave his own way because of the underrepresentation of Latinx culture in the entertainment business, and what he learned from working with some of the greatest directors in cinema as he expands his career into directing. His wonderful film Critical Thinking—which he both directs and stars in—is n...

Tom Lennon returns to the podcast! He and Chris talk about quarantine hair, Tom tells a story about telling Clint Eastwood a joke and the time he bought hundreds of copies of Dianetics. They also talk about meeting extremely famous people, Chris and Tom play around on their guitars and Tom talks about Reno 911! Part 2 on Quibi! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ron Funches returns to the podcast! He and Chris chat about how having podcasts has made them better listeners, Ron talks about getting married recently and they go deep into the characters on Animal Crossing. They also talk about missing stand up, Ron talks about his show Nice One! on Quibi and his upcoming livestream standup show on September 5th on YouTube! Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Bluegrass musician Molly Tuttle chats with Chris about her fantastic hybrid style of banjo/guitar, learning new skills as adults, and embracing who you are. Stick around at the end of the episode for an exclusive live performance just for ID10T listeners from Molly's wonderful new album of covers entitled "...but i'd rather be with you" which is available RIGHT NOW!  Learn more about your ad choic...

Bill Burr returns to the podcast! He and Chris talk about video game addiction, home renovation shows, and fatherhood. Bill also reveals the wonderful Disney song he sings to his 3-year-old daughter that she gives him notes on after each performance. Watch him in The King of Staten Island, available now to own on digital, DVD or BluRay! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...

Kevin Heffernan and Steve Lemme (Super Troopers, Beerfest) return to the podcast! They talk about trying to get into shape during quarantine, Kevin’s love of salsa dancing and they talk about working on movies vs films. They also talk about coming up with ideas for Tacoma FD, they talk about jokes and bits that don't work and the new season of Tacoma FD, Thursdays on TruTV! Learn more about your a...

This episode takes a deep dive into the world of Entertainment Auctions which have EXPLODED in recent years thanks to the good ol’ Internet. The panel discusses the processes of putting on a massive 2-day pop culture auction from the acquisition of items to “SOLD!”, how being a fan first drives the business, and the preservation and curation of historical film and tv props/art. Whether or not you’...

Nate Bargatze (comedian) chats with Chris about doing a corporate gig over Zoom recently, Nate talks about things that have inspired bits and they both talk about quitting drinking. They also talk about how comedy has changed since they started, Nate goes over his process of writing jokes and they talk about his new podcast Nateland! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

The hilarious Alanna Ubach (Bombshell, Legally Blonde, Brady Bunch Movie) and Chris talk about character acting, audition horror stories, and that magical moment you discover you're pregnant. They also muse about comedy and getting started in the 90s. Enjoy Alanna on "Crossing Swords", now on Hulu, and in the upcoming "Filthy Rich" premiering Sept. 21st on Fox! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Harvey Guillén (What We Do in the Shadows) chats with Chris about his cool house decor, how he got his role on What We Do in the Shadows and working with Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi. Harvey also talks about his career path, getting into producing and directing and he talks about how he brings his personal life into his roles! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Gavin Rossdale (Bush) joins Chris to talk about life in quarantine, how life is when he’s on tour and he talks about balancing work and family. Gavin also talks about getting into music, the early days of Bush, they talk about Bush’s new album The Kingdom and Gavin sings an acoustic version of a classic Bush song! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices