Stop Drop and Rawle

I had the pleasure of chopping it up with professionally trained actor and Carnage Mellon alumnus Carl De Gregorio. Carl and I discuss the 2026 World Cup, the magical allure of sports, and their unique ability to bring people together. Beyond being a working writer, actor, and comedian in Hollywood, Carl also runs a successful acting coaching business for professional performers. As impressive as...

Teamwork really does make the dream work with this dynamic creative duo. Writer/director Michael Shoob and writer/producer Joe Mealey have been collaborating since the mid-1990s, creating critically acclaimed indie festival favorites such as Driven, Bush's Brain, and now their latest collaboration, Road to Everywhere. The film stars Whip Hubley of Top Gun fame alongside Native American actor, musi...

Japanese-born, American-based model and content creator Arisa goes by a single name: ARISA. Her beauty, soft-spoken voice, and presence are wrapped in a gentle, calm demeanor. But within seconds of this conversation, those qualities are overshadowed by her passion and intellect. We dive into Arisa’s captivating origin story—one that traces her journey from a tomboy in a small Japanese village to l...

Deon DeAnthony Williams is a man of extraordinary strength, conviction, and creativity. A true multifaceted artist, he expresses himself across countless mediums—comedian, writer, athlete, physical trainer, and spiritual counselor. But now, he carries a new and hard-earned title: cancer survivor. Against the odds, Deon miraculously overcame stage four cancer—a feat he attributes to his unwavering...

I sit down with Puerto Rican comedian, writer, actress, and activist Corinne Irizarry for a deep‑dive discussion about Puerto Rico—an unincorporated territory of the United States, an annexed island that gives the U.S. some Caribbean street cred. As a native New Yorker, Corinne brings several nuanced perspectives on the Puerto Rican diaspora, from mainlanders to island‑born Boricuas. She holds not...

I had the extreme pleasure of sitting down with the filmmakers and producers behind the newly released film Clika. The film is executive produced by Jimmy Humilde and features stars such as Eric Roberts, Master P, and Peter Greene. It also marks the film debut of its lead actor, Jaydee. While this is his first acting role, he’s no stranger to performing—he’s the lead singer of the group Herencia d...

Hip-hop icon Colin Wolfe delivers casual, humble, and unassuming vocals in this interview episode of #SDnR. His down-to-earth manner is both refreshing and surprising, especially considering he’s worked with some of the biggest names in music—Madonna, Michael Jackson, Tupac, and Dr. Dre, just to name a few. Being a major contributor to The Chronic alone earns him lifelong bragging rights, but Coli...

Nigerian-born Ifeoma Fafunwa has been called a social impact theatre maker, and her world-renowned play “Hear Word!” certainly earns her that title. The internationally acclaimed work amplifies women’s voices, stories, and struggles. True to her Naija roots, Ifeoma has embraced many creative roles — playwright, director, actor, activist, and fundraiser — just to name a few. A proud mother of four,...

In this episode, I was lucky enough to chat with someone who is a true visionary and storytelling alchemist: Liza May Read. Liza is the creator of the “Go Where You Grow” program, which is geared toward kids. And it’s literally doing just that—it’s growing. Currently, the program consists of a series of five books authored by Liza May Read, all of which fall under the umbrella of Social and Emotio...

Dana Kipple is brimming with wisdom and pure genius—she’s got big brain energy. Her enthusiasm for the subjects that capture her interest is infectious and refreshingly genuine. Kipple is the author of a new book on plasma—as in one of the four states of matter—titled A New Source: Plasma Consciousness and the New Human Potential. Her knowledge of plasma seems boundless. She introduces complex con...

It was an honor speaking with singer-songwriter, actor, philosopher, and all-around great artist, Cat Wilson. Have you ever had one of those friends who seems to have undergone a shift—a change, a boost in confidence so profound that you can’t quite explain it? You don’t notice a specific physical difference, yet somehow, they appear taller, more poised, more at ease in their own skin. You can’t p...

Doug E. Doug and I "chop it up," as they say, about Hollywood, the media, and the entertainment industry as a whole. This is a world that holds deep fascination and mystery for the layman—but from the inside looking out, this Tinseltown neighborhood can be quite costly to the soul. It’s an exclusive place, often filled with unfriendly neighbors frolicking through the streets as if nothing ever goe...

In this episode, I’m joined by my longtime friend and world traveler, Nzingha Clarke . Nzingha offers a sharp and succinct reflection on the last five years of political complexity in America. With her verbal eloquence, she shares a deeply personal account of her experiences with gentrification in New York City—specifically through the lens of her life in Harlem and her efforts to protect her fami...

I have a fantastic conversation with writer, actor, comedian, and all-around great guy Samba Schutte. Samba recently became a U.S. citizen, and this shift in his immigration status opened the door to a heartfelt and sincere discussion about ICE, immigration, and what American citizenship truly means to those who choose it. While chasing the American Dream, Samba was also pursuing the Hollywood dre...

My friend Erika Enggren and I have both experienced the profound loss of people near and dear to us. In Erika’s case, it was the death of her stepdad, whom she had known for most of her life. For me, it was the loss of an extremely close friend I had known for over twenty years. These unfortunate, simultaneous events sparked a meaningful conversation between us — a conversation about grief and the...

Mike Hale recounts his life of a child actor with fondness and joy. The way most children talk about summer camp. Even though his short stint as a child in show-biz in retrospect wasn’t very long lived, he still managed to have a more robust career than most adult actors who have been in the game for years. But don’t hate the kid playing , hate the game. Even though he survived Hollywood as a chil...

Join us this episode as we sit down with the remarkable Lucy Odessa Elliott , a vibrant 95-year-old who brings a lifetime of stories and wisdom from her roots in Harlem, NY. Raised in a time of change and challenge, Lucy has lived a colorful life filled with love, resilience, and an indomitable work ethic that began when she was just five years old, hustling on the streets of Harlem. In this candi...

My “Cool Runnings” costar Doug E Doug and I play catch-up as we discuss a myriad of topics. Nothing is off the table as we traverse through subjects like Fatherhood, Fame and Beyoncé. We even get around to talking about the movie “Cool Runnings” and the effect it had on our young lives. Doug is a great conversationalist who maneuvers through sensitive and or complexed subject matters with humor an...

On today’s episode , we've got a special treat lined up just for you on “Stop Drop and Rawle”. Get ready to dive into the vibrant world of entertainment and voice artistry with none other than the illustrious Angelique Perrin! 🎙 Angelique isn't just any voice you hear; she's the magic behind the mic, a sorceress of sound. With a career spanning decades in the radio and voiceover industry, Angeliqu...

Having an improvised conversation with comedy legend Mindy Sterling was quite a delightful podcast adventure. She flowed through these talks with effortless charm. Perhaps it’s all her years of improv mastery that has prepped her for such smooth flowing conversational ease. Mindy was at one time a teacher at the world famous “Groundlings“ where she taught comedy improv to many of the comedic legen...

This podcast episode was recorded live from Indonesia. I was lucky enough to be one of the millions of people to visit the “Island of the Gods”, a nickname given to the island of Bali in Indonesia. I was in lockstep with the multitude of individuals who have become inspired by the beauty of this Island and transformed by the magic of its people. A people who’s home page setting seems to be that of...

Stroke survivor Sekou Writes gives a compelling inspirational interview. His situation unfortunately has a hint of familiarity to many, and yet his attitude and reaction to his pain is transformational to say the least. Sekou started a Health kick in order to change his life when a sudden stroke uprooted all his plans. He was an avid runner who did not drink, smoke and stayed relatively healthy. T...

In this compelling episode, join the conversation with Jacqueline Wolfson, a Jewish American woman residing in the heart of New York. As we delve into the aftermath of the recent Hamas attacks on October 7th, Jacqueline offers a profound and personal insight into the crisis from a unique vantage point. Jacqueline's narrative transcends the news headlines, providing listeners with an intimate under...

Sarah Alami is an amazingly accomplished actress, model and voice actor. Unfortunately we were not able to talk about Sarah’s great artistic achievements. No time to brag about her recent role in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3”. The recent Israel-Hamas conflict has got the world on edge. This is even tenfold for Sarah. Being a Palestinian American brings this conflict even closer to Sarah’s heart...

In this episode, I am extremely excited to spotlight actor Shaan Sharma, renowned for his impactful contributions as a SAG/AFTRA board member. Those accomplishments are often overshadowed by his talented portrayal of Shmuel in "The Chosen". Shaan Sharma has a remarkable ability to bring depth and authenticity to his characters, Shaan has captivated audiences with his emotional range and dedication...