Inside Out with Paul Mecurio

Myq Kaplan. Myq is a fellow NYC-based comedian with an interesting background. We talk about his journey from graduate school into comedy and his unique take on stand-up and linguistics.

Dr. Drew Pinsky. This week, I talk to Dr. Drew from LOVELINE and DR. DREW ON CALL on HLN. We talk about how he got started in not just medicine but how he also became the go-to media personality for advice in sex, addiction and just about everything else. Drew is also raising awareness for prostate cancer this month. You can lend your support by going here: http://www.pcf.org/

Terry Gilliam. Terry Gilliam is an actor, illustrator, and director. He is most notably famous for a little group he helped start called Monty Python. Join us as we talk about his newest film, starting Monty Python, and what it's like giving up American citizenship.

Ahmad Rashad. Ahmad is former standout NFL running back who went on to become a professional broadcaster for the NFL and NBA. We talk about our mutual love for golf (including the Back9 Network), his path towards becoming a sports broadcaster and his trash-talking days as an NFL player.

My Son Returns! My son Alex is my VERY special guest this week. He makes a return visit as we explore how is life and body has changed in the last 8 months. We talk, school, the stress of teenagers in 2014, girls, girls with mustaches and his pubic hair.

Kelly Carlin. Kelly is the daughter of comedy great George Carlin. We talk about what it was like to grow up as his daughter, how she coped with both of her parents' addictions. We also discuss her one-woman show, her upcoming book and her radio show on XM/Sirius.

Mick Foley, aka, 4 time world champion professional wrestler, "Mankind." This is an awesome conversation with Mick about his days as a wrestler, how he got started, what is was like coming up through the ranks, how he developed his wrestling persona and what went through his mind as his ear was being ripped off during a match, I'm guessing, "where did I park my car?" Mick is a great interview and...

Brian Kilmeade, Host, Fox & Friends and Kilmeade & Friends Radio Show on Fox News. We talk about his book, "George Washington's Secret Six," about a Long Island spy ring that helped defeat the British in the revolutionary war. We also talk current events, like, Al Qaeda's recent picnic that appeared on Youtube and drone strikes - the pluses and minuses - it all depends on what side of the...

Peter Vecsey, famed NBA television analyst for NBC, TNT and NBA-TV and award-winning NBA columnist for The New York Post and Daily News. Peter is the ultimate NBA insider. He covered the sport for decades, traveling and dining with such greats as Larry Bird, Dr. J, Michael Jordan and more! A great conversation about his life, how he rose to prominence in the NBA and what it was like covering and h...

Steve Jaxon. This week, I talk with my good friend, radio personality Steve Jaxon, host of The Drive on KSRO-FM in California's Wine Country! We talk about Steve's career in radio spanning over 40 years, including his stints as News Director, his love for Frank Sinatra and what was it like to tour the country as a drummer in a band. We also bring on his producer Mike DeWald for some fun times and...

Theo Von. This week, I catch up with my friend, comedian Theo Von. We talk about how he came up through the ranks of reality television on MTV, how he got into comedy and what goes into his Crank Texts over at http://cranktexts.com/ . And don't forget to check out Theo as the host of the hidden camera show DEAL WITH IT on TBS, starting its second season on 3/19!

Boxing Champ, Sugar Ray Leonard. I sit down with one of my idols growing up, the Great Sugar Ray for a fascinating talk about why a person boxes, how he preps for a fight, the psychology behind the sport and his historic fights with Roberto Duran, Marvin Hagler and Tommy Hearns. Ray is amazing in this interview, giving honest insight into the world of boxing, himself and what makes a champion tick...

Actor, Omar Dorsey. He's starred in, "Django Unchained," "The Blind Side," played "Dontel" in "Eastbound & Down," and "Roy" in the new Fox Series, "Rake," starring Greg Kinnear. Omar has been acting since he was 3. He played Jesus Christ at 5 - I think I made that up. An amazing actor who's played varied dramatic and comedic roles. We have a great talk about how he prepares for roles, the grea...

Rich Eisen. Face of the NFL Network. We talk about his start as a sports broadcaster, him trying his hand at stand up and why punters are people too. I'm a huge fan of Rich's -- he's tops in the business and am really excited he was a guest on the show.

Riza Aziz and Joey McFarland. Producers, Red Granite Pictures, of "Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Jonah Hill and Directed by Martin Scorcese. A fascinating look into how major motion pictures like this one get produced by two brilliant producers who "Variety" dubbed as two of the top ten producers to watch in 2011. Riza and Joey tell us how they got into filmmaking, where the...

Adam Carolla: Host of the podcast, "The Adam Carolla Show." A great conversation with Adam who is really candid about how he got started in the business going from construction into radio, his podcast, touring, his tough upbringing as a kid and what's buggin' him these days--here's a hint--alot of stuff. Check out his books, they're hilarious: "In Fifty Years We'll All Be Chicks," and "Not Taco Be...

Mary Carillo. Wimbledon Champion. Tennis analyst for CBS, NBC and Olympic Host. Correspondent on "Real Sports w/Bryant Gumbel." Fascinating conversation about the world of big-time tennis. What is takes to become a champion and where we are headed with big time sports in this country. Also, check out Mary in my HBO Series, "Got No Game." She is fantastic in this piece. http://www.youtube.com/watch...

Todd Glass. Todd is an awesome comedian - one of my favorites! I have always been a big fan of his--really inventive and original. I love this conversation with Todd, we talked about how he started doing comedy in high school --amazing! what makes for a good comedy club and what makes for a bad one, dealing with hecklers, and people who hit their kids ... my mom used to hit me with her shoe. That'...

Carrie Keagan. Host, VH-1 "Big Morning Buzz Live." Love this interview! Had a GREAT chat with Carrie while enjoying a little single malt scotch and pickles (yes, pickles! - you have to listen to understand). We talked about her start in TV, her very cool morning show, her obsession with John Taylor of Duran Duran and Giraffes. Really fun conversation that gave me a nice buzz in the middle of day -...

Doug Herzog. President, Viacom Entertainment Group. Doug oversees Comedy Central, Spike and TV Land and is one of the most successful and significant television executives working today. He's been at the helm of the creation of some of the most seminal shows on television - MTV's Remote Control, The Real World, The Daily Show, South Park, The Colbert Report and Malcolm in the Middle to name a few....

Brian Kilmeade. Host of Fox & Friends on Fox News and Kilmeade & Friends radio show. We talk Dom Deluise and how loaded he was, Brian's new book, "George Washington's Secret Six," Brian's start in broadcasting as a sportscaster, his days calling UFC fights, and how he wishes he could be me (at least that's what I heard). Oh, and I get him to promise to give me a nice suit for free.

Bob Krakower. Everyone has an opinion about acting, so I thought I'd interview someone who's opinion that ALL of Hollywood listens to - Bob Krakower - America's preeminent acting coach and casting director - who stars and Hollywood studios turn to for great performances. It's a fascinating conversation that looks behind the scenes of what makes someone a good actor -- after you hear this you will...

3 Time Superbowl Champ Mark Schlereth. Mark is a pro bowler, ESPN NFL analyst and radio show host on ESPN. He gives us a very cool insider's look into playing in the NFL, the art of playing the offensive line, how he got his nickname "Stink" and what he would do when he was in a game and nature called. After you hear this, you'll never look at a football player the same way again.

Brian Regan. I talk with my friend and one of the greatest stand ups to ever hit the stage, Brian Regan. Brian has made 25 appearances on "The Late Show w/David Letterman," I know what you're thinking, ONLY 25? In this interview we talk about a bunch of topics, like, how Brian approaches writing his stand up, the early days of his career and drinking lots of coffee late at night-which makes him a...

Rick Overton. I talk with comedian and Emmy Award Winning Writer, Rick Overton. Rick is an amazing comedian and actor who has appeared in "The Office," "Curb Your Enthusiasm," "Mrs Doubtfire," and "Groundhog Day," to name a few. We talk about his start in comedy as a teenager in NYC, working with Richard Prior and Robin Williams, his take on the world and stand up's role in shaping world events. H...