Nick Egan Times

Cheri Dennis joins Nick Egan Times to discuss her latest single, Garden of Eden, the inspiration behind the music, and her remarkable journey as one of R&B’s most distinctive singers and songwriters. Best known for her career with Bad Boy Records and acclaimed songs including I Love You, Portrait of Love, and Ooh La La, Cheri shares how she was discovered and signed by P. Diddy after singing a...

David Zucker joins Nick Egan Times to discuss his extraordinary career as one of Hollywood’s most influential comedy filmmakers, the creative journey behind some of the most iconic spoof films ever made, and the timeless principles of great comedy. Best known as the co-creator, writer, director and producer of classics including Airplane! , The Naked Gun trilogy, BASEketball , and Scary Movie 3 ,...

Dollbaby joins Nick Egan Times to discuss her music, creative journey, cinematic storytelling style, and the growing impact of her unique “Cinema Pop” sound. Based in Los Angeles, Dollbaby has emerged as a compelling new voice in modern music, blending soulful vocals, emotional honesty, and immersive storytelling into songs that resonate deeply with audiences. Drawing inspiration from film, life e...

Dionne Warwick joins Nick Egan Times for a conversation with one of the most influential and celebrated artists in music history. A six-time Grammy Award winner, Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award recipient, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, Hollywood Walk of Fame honoree, and one of the most-charted recording artists of all time, Dionne’s extraordinary career has spanned more than six decades...

Hudson Hensley joins Nick Egan Times for an inspiring conversation about his breakout role in the highly anticipated film Song Sung Blue , working alongside Academy Award-nominated actress Kate Hudson and global superstar Hugh Jackman, and navigating life as one of Hollywood’s most exciting young rising talents. Already making a significant impact at a young age, Hudson stars as Dayna in Song Sung...

Billy Ray joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about storytelling, screenwriting, Hollywood, and his highly anticipated debut novel, Burn the Water . An Academy Award-nominated screenwriter, Billy Ray is one of Hollywood’s most accomplished storytellers, known for writing and directing some of the most influential films of the past two decades. His acclaimed credits include Captain P...

Alexa Ray Joel joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about music, songwriting, family legacy, and her latest single, “Heavy Eyes.” An acclaimed singer, songwriter, and pianist, Alexa Ray Joel has built a career on her own artistic vision while drawing inspiration from some of music’s greatest influences. The daughter of legendary musician Billy Joel and iconic supermodel Christie Brin...

Doc Ish joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable career in hip hop, music production, songwriting, youth mentorship, and working alongside some of the biggest names in the music industry. A Grammy Award winning, multi-platinum producer, Doc Ish is widely recognized for his work on Eminem’s global hit We Made You , which reached the Billboard Hot 100 Top 10 and became...

Annetta Powell joins Nick Egan Times for a powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, digital products, real estate investing, financial freedom, and building multiple streams of income. A bestselling author, award-winning digital product expert, and serial entrepreneur, Annetta Powell has generated more than $7 million in online revenue and built a reputation as one of the leading voices in on...

Stacey Reiss joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about filmmaking, storytelling, leadership in the entertainment industry, and the evolving future of film and television. An Emmy Award-winning producer and creative executive, Stacey serves as Head of Film at Wavelength, where she oversees both scripted and unscripted projects across the global entertainment landscape. Throughout her...

Maisy Kay joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about her remarkable rise in the music industry, collaborating with some of the biggest names in electronic and pop music, and her journey from the English countryside to Los Angeles. Known for her powerful vocals, cinematic songwriting, and genre-blending sound, Maisy Kay has built an impressive international career, working with acclai...

Annie Shapiro joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about music discovery, artist development, talent booking, and her influential role at one of the most powerful music platforms in the world. As Director of Talent Booking at Vevo, Annie works at the intersection of artists, record labels, and audiences, helping shape the next generation of music stars through Vevo’s acclaimed DSCVR...

Stephen Tulloch joins Nick Egan Times for an inspiring conversation about life in the NFL, leadership, entrepreneurship, and building a purpose-driven legacy beyond professional sports. A former NFL linebacker and team captain, Stephen Tulloch enjoyed an outstanding 11-year career with the Tennessee Titans, Detroit Lions, and Philadelphia Eagles. Known for his leadership, toughness, and consistenc...

Mark Batson and Chris Hanebutt join Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about Grammy-winning music, film and television scoring, and their work on some of the most acclaimed projects in entertainment. Mark Batson is a six-time Grammy Award-winning producer, songwriter, pianist, and composer whose work has helped shape the careers of some of the biggest artists in music history. With more...

Debo Secured joins Nick Egan Times for a fascinating conversation about elite security, executive protection, protecting high-profile clients, and building one of the most respected security companies in the industry. As the founder of DeBo Secured LLC, Debo has established a reputation for delivering world-class executive protection, secure transportation, surveillance, event security, and risk m...

Aleks Paunovic joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about his remarkable journey from professional boxing to becoming one of Hollywood’s most recognizable character actors and producers. Known for his powerful screen presence, Aleks has appeared in major productions including Marvel’s Hawkeye , Reacher , Snowpiercer , Percy Jackson and the Olympians , Suits LA , Kindergarten Cop 2 ,...

Jeff Wenninger joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about leadership, law enforcement, dignitary protection, public safety, and a remarkable career spanning more than three decades with the Los Angeles Police Department. A retired LAPD Lieutenant with 33 years of service, Jeff Wenninger is nationally recognized for his expertise in law enforcement, use-of-force training, leadership d...

This is a special tribute re-release of an in depth interview with the legendary late Pepe Willie, a foundational figure in the Minneapolis music scene and an early mentor, producer and cousin-in-law to Prince. Originally published on February 25, 2023, this interview captures Pepe’s passion, stories and the brilliant musical mind that helped influence an entire musical movement. Pepe was a genius...

Anika Hussen and Nia Raasikh join Nick Egan Times to discuss their dark comedy short film Girl Dinner, a bold and honest exploration of modern relationships, friendship, identity, and the complexities of navigating life as young women. Drawing on their diverse backgrounds in filmmaking, storytelling, and entertainment, Anika and Nia have combined their creative talents to write and direct a film t...

Marc Friedant joins Nick Egan Times for an insightful conversation about leadership, business transformation, entrepreneurship, and the challenges of guiding an iconic American brand through periods of change and growth. As CEO of Robbins Brothers Fine Jewelers, Marc Friedant has helped lead one of the most recognized names in the jewelry industry through a remarkable evolution. With a background...

Orlando McGhee joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about talent development, artist management, A&R, music business strategy, and the behind-the-scenes work that helps shape successful careers in the music industry. Currently Head of Urban Music at ONErpm and formerly an A&R executive at Roc Nation and Warner Bros., Orlando McGhee has spent decades identifying talent, buildi...

Kelsey Marie Edwards joins Nick Egan Times for a conversation about acting, music, creativity, and building a career across multiple areas of the entertainment industry. Known for her performances in Minor Details, The Wolf of Snow Hollow, The Counterfeit Kid, Underdeveloped, and the Tribeca-selected feature Memes & Nightmares, Kelsey Marie Edwards has established herself as a versatile actres...

Marcia Kimpton joins Nick Egan Times for an inspiring conversation about filmmaking, storytelling, travel, entrepreneurship, and building a creative career across multiple industries. An award-winning filmmaker, director, producer, writer, actress, and global travel expert, Marcia Kimpton has spent decades creating original projects that blend adventure, culture, and compelling storytelling. She i...

Larissa Dali joins Nick Egan Times for an inspiring conversation about acting, filmmaking, producing, modeling, and building a creative career through resilience, determination, and storytelling. A true multi-hyphenate talent, Larissa Dali has earned recognition across film and television with appearances in projects including The Cleaning Lady, Becky, A Gettysburg Christmas, Deadly Escape, The Om...

Freya Adams joins Nick Egan Times for an in-depth conversation about her acting career, filmmaking journey, and passion for creating meaningful stories both in front of and behind the camera. Known for her acclaimed performance as Gwen 2.0 in the science fiction film Advantageous, Freya Adams has built an impressive career across film, television, and commercial productions. Her work has earned re...