Reel Insights

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Queen of the Ring star Gavin Casalegno! They dive into his journey from Texas to Hollywood, his admiration for actors like Jared Padalecki, and the valuable advice he received from Russell Crowe at just 12 years old. Gavin also shares his excitement about bringing Queen of the Ring to life, what surprised him mo...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Jill and Mr. Lawrence, the iconic voices behind Karen and Plankton from SpongeBob SquarePants. They dive into the making of Plankton: The Movie, reflecting on over 25 years of SpongeBob history, and share hilarious stories from their time in Bikini Bottom. Don't miss out on this exclusive behind-the-scenes look...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Eric McCormack and Lydia Wilson about their thrilling new series, Nine Bodies in a Mexican Morgue! They discuss the mind-bending mystery, their first reactions to the script, and which of their past characters they’d choose to survive a real-life jungle crash. Plus, they tease what fans can expect from this susp...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Maria Canals-Barrera about Wizards Beyond Waverly Place! Maria, who played the beloved Theresa Russo, shares her excitement about returning to the Wizards universe, what it’s like stepping back into the role, and her thoughts on David Henrie’s passion for keeping the magic alive. Plus, she reflects on seeing Sel...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with 1923 stars Sebastian Roché and Brian Geraghty to discuss the challenges of filming the Yellowstone prequel. From enduring freezing temperatures to performing physically demanding scenes, Brian and Sebastian reveal the most challenging moments on set that pushed them to their limits. Plus, could they survive with...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the legendary Tom Green for an unforgettable conversation! They dive into his fearless approach to comedy, his groundbreaking work on The Tom Green Show, the cult legacy of Freddy Got Fingered, and what continues to inspire him today. Tom also shares stories about surprising friendships, his love for filmmaking,...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with The Dutch Giant  bodybuilder Olivier Richters, who brings the intimidating Paulie to life in Reacher season 3. Olivier reveals behind-the-scenes moments from filming, including the hilarious mishap with Alan Ritchson and his experience working on Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny with Harrison Ford. Visit Ne...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with actor William Mark McCullough, who plays Commander Dennis Dunphy in the highly anticipated Captain America: Brave New World! McCullough shares his excitement about joining the MCU, working alongside Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford, and what fans can expect from this next chapter in the Captain America saga. Plu...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, sits down with legendary director Simon West to talk about his action-packed new film, Old Guy! Starring Christoph Waltz, Cooper Hoffman, and Lucy Liu, the film blends high-octane action with sharp humor. Simon also reflects on his blockbuster career, including directing Con Air, The Expendables 2, and Lara Croft: Tomb Rai...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Jenna Frank, the daughter of Power Ranger star Jason David Frank. We talk about her father’s legacy in this emotional and inspiring conversation. We also discuss updates on Legend of the White Tiger, heartfelt fan tributes, coping with grief and finding strength, and how she is carrying on his incredible impact....

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Shifting Gears star Cynthia Quiles. She reflects on the show's massive success, praises the incredible cast, shares her love for cars, and playfully teases Seann William Scott for not being a car guy. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Dog Man director Peter Hastings about the exciting process of bringing Dav Pilkey's beloved characters to life on the big screen. We dive into the challenges and creativity behind translating the whimsical and heartfelt feel of the books into the film’s vibrant visual tone. Hastings also shares his thoughts on w...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Star Trek: Section 31 stars Omari Hardwick and Kacey Rohl to discuss the franchise's exciting return to the big screen. With this being the first Star Trek film in nearly a decade, Omari shares his thoughts on joining such an iconic universe, while Kacey reveals the moment she realized she was portraying the ult...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Star Trek: Section 31 stars Rob Kazinsky & Sven Ruygrok about the latest chapter of the iconic sci-fi saga. Rob shares his experience stepping into the Star Trek universe and how it felt to wear a mech suit, while Sven opens up about what he loved most about bringing his character, Fuzz, to life. Star Trek:...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Star Trek: Section 31 director Olatunde Osunsanmi and executive producer Alex Kurtzman. Together, they reflect on the moments that ignited their love for the iconic Star Trek universe and discuss bringing the franchise back with a feature film after nearly a decade. Alex Kurtzman also teases what's next for Star...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Jacob Lofland, James Jordan, and Mark Collie about the Taylor Sheridan series Landman. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Jayden Bartels and Sam McCarthy, who star as twins Cece and Devin Brewer in Goosebumps: The Vanishing! Hear all about their roles, working with David Schwimmer, and what bringing this iconic R.L. Stine series to a new generation is like. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Insta...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Maxwell Simkins and Barrett Margolis, the young stars of ABC's new series Shifting Gears. They discuss working alongside co-stars Kat Dennings and Tim Allen and share behind-the-scenes insights. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/n...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the stars of the new ABC series Shifting Gears, Seann William Scott and Daryl "Chill" Mitchell. They share insights about the show and reveal whether they’re gearheads like Tim Allen. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with the legendary Tim Allen, best known for his roles in Home Improvement and The Santa Clause franchise, and now stars in the ABC series Shifting Gears. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis #timallen #shiftingearsabc #homei...

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Josh Lawson, who plays Kano in the Mortal Kombat films and stars in the NBC comedy St. Denis Medical as Dr. Bruce. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Sydney Scotia, who starred in ReBoot: The Guardian Code, about her new Hallmark movie, Our Holiday Story. https://www.hallmarkchannel.com/our-holiday-story Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Nickel Boys director RaMell Ross about the artistic and emotional depths of the film based on Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Nickel Boys star Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor for a conversation about creating such a nurturing presence, especially within a story that explores so much hardship and resilience. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis

On this episode of Reel Insights, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Nickel Boys stars Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson for an in-depth conversation about their powerful performances and the film's unique storytelling approach. Visit Nerdtropolis.com https://www. Facebook.com/nerdtropolis https://Instagram.com/nerdtropolis https://Twitter.com/nerdtropolis