Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias

Taylor Dearden joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss her role as Dr. Melissa "Mel" King in the gripping medical drama The Pitt on MAX. She shares insights into Mel’s evolution as a socially awkward but highly skilled second-year resident, her growing confidence in the ER, and the intense, high-stakes cases that shape her journey. Spoiler Alert! We break down the latest episodes, includin...

Vanessa Prasad joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to dive deep into Gen’s journey in Yellowjackets Season 3! We discuss major spoilers, intense survival decisions, shocking twists, and behind-the-scenes moments that fans won’t want to miss. Vanessa shares what it was like filming some of the most intense scenes this season, how Gen fits into the shifting group dynamics, and what’s next for her c...

Emily Bett Rickards joined Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss her powerful transformation into wrestling icon Mildred Burke in the film Queen of the Ring!  In this exclusive interview, Emily shares:  The intense physical training and wrestling prep for the role   The brutal in-ring moments and working with real wrestlers like Kamille & Toni Storm  Exploring Mildred Burke’s challenging r...

Evan Marsh, who plays Minnesota Matt in Tubi's workplace comedy The Z-Suite, joins Elias for a fun and insightful conversation! Evan shares behind-the-scenes stories, the challenges of playing such an over-the-top character, and what fans can expect from Matt’s journey as the season unfolds. Interview Highlights: Bringing Minnesota Matt’s eager and chaotic energy to life The hilarious Episode 4 mi...

Supriya Ganesh joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss her role as Dr. Samira Mohan in the high-intensity medical drama The Pitt on MAX. Supriya breaks down her character’s journey as a third-year medical resident, the challenges of working in a fast-paced ER, and how the show brings a raw and realistic look at the struggles of frontline healthcare workers. We also dive into spoilers from...

Rainbow Wedell joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk all things School Spirits Season 2, diving deep into her role as Claire Zomer, the season’s biggest twists, and what’s next for her character. From Claire’s unexpected alliances to her complicated past with Maddie and Xavier, Rainbow gives fans an inside look at her journey this season! Episode Highlights: Claire’s Evolution – How she’s g...

Jacob Bertrand joined Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to break down Hawk’s journey in Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 3! In this spoiler-filled episode, Jacob reflects on Hawk’s biggest moments in the final season, his epic battles in the Sekai Taikai, and his ever-evolving dynamic with Demetri, Miguel, and Johnny. He also shares behind-the-scenes stories from filming the series' final episodes, his though...

Logan Allen joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss Sweet Magnolias Season 4, diving deep into Kyle Townsend’s emotional journey, behind-the-scenes stories, and what’s next for the beloved character. From dealing with loss to his evolving relationships, Logan shares exclusive insights and spoilers about this season’s biggest moments. Interview Highlights:  Logan Allen breaks down Kyle’s em...

Spencer MacPherson joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to dive into his role as Xavier Baxter in School Spirits Season 2! In this exclusive podcast episode, Spencer shares insights into Xavier’s biggest moments, the shocking twists, and what’s next for his character. Episode Highlights: Xavier’s Evolution – How he’s grown since Season 1 and the challenges he faces now. The Janet/Maddie Body Swap...

Roby Attal joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his role as Brian Moser in Dexter: Original Sin! Roby shares his experience stepping into the Dexter universe, bringing Brian’s dark and complex character to life, and what it was like exploring his dynamic with Dexter. We also discuss behind-the-scenes moments, key storylines, and the highly anticipated season finale. Episode Highlight...

Mary Mouser returns to Pop Culture Unplugged to dive into Samantha LaRusso’s journey in Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 3! In this spoiler-filled episode, Mary discusses Sam’s biggest moments in the final installment, from high-stakes fights in the Sekai Taikai to her evolving relationships with Miguel, Tory, and her father, Daniel. She also shares behind-the-scenes stories, reflects on saying goodbye to...

Odelya Halevi joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss her role as A.D.A. Samantha Maroun on Law & Order. She shares her journey from Israel to Hollywood, the challenges of playing a prosecutor, and what it’s like to be part of the iconic franchise. Odelya also opens up about her acting career, emotional courtroom scenes, and the evolution of her character. Episode Highlights:  Odelya’s...

Actress Amirah J sits down with Elias to dive deep into her role as Ava in ABC’s hit drama High Potential! She shares insights into Ava’s evolving journey, her dynamic relationship with Morgan (played by Kaitlin Olson), and the major revelations about Ava’s father. Amirah also gives a behind-the-scenes look at filming the show’s most intense scenes and how she connects with her character on an emo...

Frankie Muniz joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss his latest sci-fi thriller Renner! In this exclusive conversation, Frankie dives into his role as a tech genius who creates an AI life coach—only to realize it has his mother’s personality. He also shares what it was like reuniting with his Malcolm in the Middle co-star Craig Lamar Traylor, working with Marcia Gay Harden, and how Renner...

In this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged, Alexa Blair Robertson joins Elias for an exclusive conversation about her role as Mia in Terrifier 3! Alexa dives into her experience working on the highly anticipated horror film, the intensity of filming with Art the Clown, and what it was like being part of one of the most brutal scenes in the franchise. Interview Highlights: How Alexa landed the role o...

Actor Jalen Thomas Brooks joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss his latest role as Nurse Mateo in the highly anticipated MAX drama The Pitt. Jalen shares insights into his career journey, his experience working on hit shows like Walker and Animal Kingdom, and his transition to film with Thanksgiving. He also gives a behind-the-scenes look at The Pitt, discussing the challenges and reward...

Audrey Huynh, who plays Stella in XO, Kitty Season 2, joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias for an exclusive conversation! Audrey talks about bringing Stella to life, joining the beloved Netflix series, and how her character adds unexpected twists to Kitty’s journey. She also shares behind-the-scenes stories, working with the cast, and what fans can expect from Stella’s storyline. Interview Highlig...

Deric Augustine joined Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias, to discuss his exciting career and his new role in The Rookie Season 7 as Miles, a Texas transfer rookie navigating the challenges of the LAPD. Deric shares insights into joining the beloved series, working with the cast, and how his character fits into the action-packed show. We also dive into his standout performances in Godfather o...

Joshua Hyunho Lee, who plays Jin in XO, Kitty Season 2, joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias for an exclusive and engaging conversation! Joshua talks about his journey from Harvard Computer Science graduate to actor, his Broadway debut in KPOP, and how he brought Jin to life in Netflix’s hit series. He shares behind-the-scenes stories, insights into Jin’s role, and what fans can expect from XO, Ki...

Rich Ting joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to discuss his role as Sgt. Tyson Koyama in Amazon Prime Video’s thrilling new police drama, On Call, premiering January 9th! From Wolf Entertainment, the creators of Law & Order and Chicago PD, this series offers a raw, immersive look at modern policing through bodycams, dashcams, and handheld footage. In this episode, Rich dives into Portraying...

Taylor Misiak joins Pop Culture Unplugged to chat about her exciting role as Captain Maggie Quinn in Fox's new comedy Going Dutch. In this engaging episode, Taylor opens up about her on-screen dynamic with Denis Leary, the unique blend of humor and heartfelt storytelling in the series, and her journey from starring in Dave to taking on this new challenge. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Taylor’s e...

Legendary actor and director Eriq La Salle joins Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias to discuss his latest project, On Call, premiering January 9th on Prime Video. Known for his iconic role as Dr. Peter Benton on ER, Eriq now takes on the role of Sergeant Lasman in this gripping police drama from Dick Wolf (Law & Order, Chicago PD), while also directing four episodes of the series. In this in-depth...

Brian Takahashi joins Pop Culture Unplugged to discuss his role as Young Miyagi in Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 2! In this spoiler-filled interview, Brian shares what it was like stepping into the shoes of one of the most beloved characters in the Karate Kid universe. He opens up about replicating Mr. Miyagi’s iconic style, his reaction to being cast as a younger version of the legendary character, and...

In this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias, actor Alex Hafner joins the podcast to talk about his role as Santiago Gonzalez in the highly anticipated K-drama When The Stars Gossip. As the only non-Korean talent in the series, Alex shares his experience working in a global production, the unique challenges of playing a space station character, and his thoughts on the growing influence of Kor...

In this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias, I sit down with Chandler Lovelle to discuss her role as Daniela in Dexter: Original Sin, the highly anticipated continuation of the iconic series. Chandler dives into what it was like to join the Dexter universe, bringing a new character to life, and how Daniela’s story intertwines with Dexter’s legacy. We explore behind-the-scenes insights into h...