Is that really legal? with Eric Ruben

Send us Fan Mail Mariano grew up in Hamburg, visited the U.S. as an exchange student, studied acting and performing in Germany and married an actress he met in school. He has performed all over Europe.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Kristina fell in love with musical theater as a child and, as a result, became an actress, singer, and educator. Born and raised in Germany, she's traveled extensively and has an exciting future in front of her. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Demetri studied mathematics and theater at Swarthmore College and Villanova University, piano and music theory and harmony at Athens Conservatory, Commedia dell’Arte, neutral mask, clown and bouffon, and classical voice. He speaks English and Greek fluently, intermediate French and Italian, and Ancient Greek. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Peter Kelley is an acting coach and director of film and theatre. His clients include Chris O'Donnell, Eliza Dushku, L.L. Cool J and Eric Ruben. He currently works on the network TV show, NCIS: Los Angeles.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Fareeda is a native New Yorker whose Pakistani background is more similar to my Jewish background than I would have thought. Her credentials are impeccable. She is a brilliant consultant and an up and coming singer. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Liz started in San Diego, sailed with adventurous parents, went to school in Washington D.C. and London, lived in Africa and returned to the U.S. at the start of the pandemic. Her brilliance and flexibility are inspirational. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Heike is an actress, dancer, model, and teacher. Born in Germany, she came to New York City to study acting but spent some time in Canada as a result of the tragedy of 9-11. Since then, she's acted, danced, become a mother, and then a model. Her story is another example of how our lives are not lived in a straight line. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Soon-to-be attorney Tracy (she graduates law school in December and takes the bar exam in February)  is already an expert on art related law and helped found a business that assists people and organizations in the navigation of national and international money laundering laws and regulations. We talk about art, money laundering, and other fun subjects. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Stefanie studied fine art at the Städelschule in Frankfurt/Main, with Per Kirkeby, and was also a master student there. In London she studied at the Slade School of Fine Art with Bruce McLean. Her work is inspired by her travels and love of story telling. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Angela Gant received two national playwriting awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, including the Paula Vogel Award for Social Darwinism (published by Samuel French). Ms. Gant also enjoyed attending the Sundance Theatre Laboratory as the Kennedy Center Grantee.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail It's the 100th episode!!! I keep it short and sweet. I thank people and I implore you to get involved. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Walt started life as a farmer, became a gym rat, a poker player and a podcaster. His podcast, Be Raw can be found at www.berawpodcast.com . He's honest, frank and, well, raw. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Steve Walter is a fixture of the New York music scene. A Berkley Music School graduate and guitar player, Steve worked his way from being a garment district worker to owning one of the most influential clubs in the world. Along the way he became friends with the biggest names in the business and continues to support live music. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Patrick and I met acting in. an off-Broadway musical together. He's taught and acted a lot and recently created the award-winning documentary, Just a Broadway Baby: Mary Ellen Ashley. We talk about creativity, queerness, and a lot of other fun stuff.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Daniel Monte's over ten years of classical training through the Royal Conservatory of Music in violin and piano, coupled with his passion of music, allows him to fuse symphonic arrangements with contemporary music to create a unique sound. His arrangements blend classical instrumentation and film-like motifs with pop sounds featuring electric guitars and synthesizers.  Suppor...

Send us Fan Mail Bass virtuoso Clint Bahr just released a new solo album “PUZZLEBOX” on Moonjune Records. The album features members of King Crimson, YES, Van Der Graaf Generator, Sun Ra and others. His passion for music is unparalleled.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Best known for her role as Jody Banks in The Fall Guy (starring Lee Majors), Heather talks about being the Blonde Archetypical character, navigating life as an attractive young woman in Hollywood and the world at large. We also discuss stalking, fly fishing, politics, chickens and more.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Jessica can be heard hourly on NPR's hundreds of member stations throughout the US, and internationally, acknowledging and thanking the financial supporters and partners of public radio. She coaches on-air hosts and reporters in voice techniques and delivery. She also is a top-notch actress with whom I've worked professionally. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Ed Gaffney is a veteran criminal defense attorney specializing in appellate work. He's also a multi-published legal thriller author who was nominated for an Edgar, a prestigious award from Mystery Writers of America. They talk about Ed's new streaming project, "A Marriage of Inconvenience" (soon to appear on the gay streaming service Dekkoo ) as well as the law...

Send us Fan Mail I first met Tom in college. Now we're neighbors in Brooklyn and he's worked with Tom Hanks, Al Pacino, Rami Malek, and many more great people. We talk candidly about sexuality, growing up in Long Island, the fact that Tom Hank's is really that nice, and more. The sound quality is a little off because I changed computers, but it's still a great episode. Support...

Send us Fan Mail Bertina is on a mission to advance equity in the tech industry and disrupt the status quo to build a more inclusive workplace. A Berkeley trained engineer with a Harvard MBA, Bertina was a big shot business woman who had an epiphany and now runs a non-profit dedicated to inspiring interest in IT professions, building tech skills, and launching successful careers for youth from tra...

Send us Fan Mail I graduated from New York City’s Cardozo School of Law and have represented New York Times bestselling authors, screenwriters, actors, Oscar-nominated producers, and theatrical and film production companies.  I’ve worked as an actor and performer with experience that includes commercials, film, and New York theater. I’m a proud member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA, the film, television, an...

Send us Fan Mail Sacramento raised Early Times is a blues guitarist who started playing professionally when he was sixteen. His new album, Electric City, Debuts on May 6, 2022. It features amazing musicians and original songs. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Thea's journey has so far included being a journalist, a screenwriter represented by a major international talent agency, and work in the field of venture capital. She is a great example of what is possible for life-long learners. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Jamie was born and raised in the American South. After getting her degree from the University of Pennsylvania, she lived in New York City and then moved to France where she lives today. She's studied psychology, art, and now runs a hotel, makes jam, writes cook books and hosts a podcast. Hers continues to be a fascinating journey. Support the show