Taboo's Comics & Kicks

Tara Strong joins Taboo to tell the stories behind Teen Titans’ Raven, The Fairly OddParents’ Timmy Turner, The Powerpuff Girls, Rugrats’ Baby Dil, My Little Pony’s Twilight Sparkle, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, Wicked, and the magic of becoming some of the most iconic voices in animation history. In this episode, Tara breaks down how Raven found her dark, unforgettable voice, why Timmy Turner worked so...

Jodie Sweetin joins Taboo’s Comics & Kicks for Part 2 of her conversation, this time diving into Fuller House, the Netflix reboot, Bob Saget, the Olsen twins, Stephanie Tanner’s adult storyline, and the Full House family coming back together. Description:Jodie Sweetin returns to Taboo’s Comics & Kicks for a Fuller House-focused conversation with Taboo. Jodie talks about life before the reboot, wor...

Jodie Sweetin joins Taboo for Part 1 of a two-part conversation about Full House, Stephanie Tanner, Bob Saget, and the sitcom that became a generational classic. From the original pilot story to the Tanner family’s lasting legacy, Jodie looks back on the moments fans still love today. Description:Jodie Sweetin sits down with Taboo’s Comics & Kicks to revisit her years as Stephanie Tanner on Full H...

Clifton Collins Jr. joins Taboo for a powerful conversation about acting, identity, legacy, and the roles that changed his life. Clifton reflects on working with Samuel L. Jackson on 187, the rehearsal moment that raised his standard as an actor, and the emotional intensity behind his work in Capote. He also shares the wild story of almost landing Saving Private Ryan, from sneaking a script to lea...

The Mixon Brothers join Taboo’s Comics and Kicks to revisit The Nutty Professor, Eddie Murphy’s “HERCULES” moment, Jim Carrey’s wild improv on Me, Myself & Irene, and the night they were in Las Vegas when Tupac was shot. Jamal and Jerod Mixon sit down with Taboo for a hilarious, nostalgic, and story-packed conversation about growing up in Los Angeles, breaking into Hollywood, and becoming part of...

Alisan Porter joins Taboo’s Comics and Kicks to revisit Curly Sue, Parenthood with Steve Martin, and her journey from child star to winning The Voice. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from classic Hollywood sets, early-2000s nightlife, motherhood, music, and finding her voice again. Alisan Porter sits down with Taboo for a wide-ranging conversation about growing up on screen, finding her ident...

Kid from Kid ‘n Play revisits Class Act 34 years later and explains why the movie became a hidden classic for real fans of the duo. Christopher “Kid” Reid joins Taboo for a conversation about playing Duncan Pinderhughes, the chemistry behind Kid ‘n Play’s dance scenes, the playful comedy style that made Class Act age so well, and the larger Kid ‘n Play legacy across House Party, their NBC cartoon,...

Kathleen Herles, the original voice of Dora the Explorer, reflects on getting the role at seven years old, growing up on Nickelodeon, and the impact Dora had on Latino representation, bilingual storytelling, and kids around the world. In this conversation with Taboo, Kathleen opens up about her Queens upbringing, her Peruvian family, the work ethic that shaped her, and the emotional full-circle mo...

Gridiron Gang was real football, real hits, and real second chances. Jade Scott Yorker and Joseph Raymond Lucero Chavez look back on Willie Weathers, The Rock, Xzibit, and the true-life energy behind the movie. Nearly 20 years after Gridiron Gang, Jade and Joseph join Taboo to revisit the film’s legacy, from Joseph’s path from prison to Homeboy Industries to Hollywood, to filming inside Camp Kilpa...

Toni Basil tells the untold story of “Mickey,” working with Tina Turner on “Proud Mary,” and witnessing the birth of locking through Don Campbell and The Lockers. From vaudeville roots to street dance history, she connects the dots behind generations of movement. The legendary dancer, choreographer, performer, and historian joins Taboo for a conversation that spans her childhood backstage at the C...

Kimberly J. Brown looks back at how Halloweentown became a cult classic and helped define the Disney Channel era so many grew up on. From its unexpected rise to becoming a Halloween tradition, she reflects on the legacy that still resonates today. In this conversation, Kimberly J. Brown shares what it was like being part of the early days of Disney Channel Original Movies and watching Halloweentow...

Kid & Play, House Party, the ICONIC rap battle, dance culture, and the era that defined late ’80s and early ’90s hip hop—this is the inside story behind one of the most influential films in music and culture. Kid shares how House Party came together in real time, from building out the rap battle scene to working alongside Robin Harris, Martin Lawrence, and Tisha Campbell. He reflects on the duo’s...

Tony Plana reflects on working with comedy legends in Three Amigos, his breakthrough with Cheech Marin in Born in East L.A., and the career-defining decisions that shaped his path in Hollywood. In this full conversation, Tony Plana shares stories from his time working with Chevy Chase, Steve Martin, and Martin Short, along with his transition into comedy alongside Cheech Marin. He discusses the ch...

Claudia Wells looks back on Back to the Future and how close it came to being a completely different film, from the original casting of Eric Stoltz as Marty McFly to Michael J. Fox stepping into the role and changing everything, along with her experience as Jennifer Parker and the chemistry that brought the story to life. In this conversation, Claudia shares behind-the-scenes moments from the maki...

A box office flop turned global cult classic, Big Trouble in Little China found its audience long after its release. James Pax, who played Lightning, shares how the film evolved into a fan favorite and why sequel talks still keep it alive today. James Pax joins Taboo for a deep dive into Big Trouble in Little China, reflecting on the film’s unexpected journey, behind-the-scenes filmmaking, and the...

Rob Ryder joins Taboo to break down the real stories behind White Men Can’t Jump, Blue Chips, and The Warriors. From training Wesley Snipes to look like a real hooper to Shaq choosing Penny Hardaway during Blue Chips, this one is packed with legendary movie and basketball history. In this episode of Taboo’s Comics and Kicks, Rob Ryder shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from some of the mo...

Sean Kanan—best known as Mike Barnes, the ruthless villain from The Karate Kid Part III—joins Taboo to tell the unbelievable story of nearly dying while filming the movie. He revisits the iconic “Your karate’s a joke” line, the legacy of the franchise, and his career beyond Karate Kid. Sean Kanan joins Taboo on Taboo’s Comics and Kicks to revisit his unforgettable role as Mike Barnes, the villain...

Jeff Staple joins Taboo’s Comics and Kicks to break down how the legendary Nike SB Pigeon Dunk helped reignite modern sneaker culture. From his priceless sneaker vault to the wild story behind fake Pigeon Dunks hanging from telephone wires, Staple shares the moments, controversies, and philosophies that helped shape sneaker history. In this episode, legendary designer Jeff Staple sits down with Ta...

Actor Tony Cox (Bad Santa, Friday) tells wild set stories — Billy Bob Thornton’s method acting, Bernie Mac and Chris Tucker going crazy on Friday, and a Thriller-era Michael Jackson prank from Captain EO. Tony Cox joins Taboo for a fast, story-packed run through a legendary career: Bad Santa and the real chemistry with Billy Bob Thornton, Friday memories with Bernie Mac, Chris Tucker, Tiny “Deebo”...

Marty York (Yeah-Yeah) explains how The Sandlot became an INSTANT cult classic — from the improvised dugout moments to the stories fans still quote decades later. He also reveals what happened behind the scenes with MGM merch rights, plus his unforgettable one-day moment with James Earl Jones. Marty York joins Taboo for a Sandlot-driven deep dive into what made the movie timeless: the real-life ki...

Dominic “The Shoe Surgeon” Ciambroni joins Taboo to talk about the rise of custom sneaker culture and how his work for Justin Bieber, will.i.am, and Odell Beckham Jr. helped redefine sneaker design. From building one-of-one luxury footwear to turning sneaker art into a global brand, this episode explores the craft, business, and vision behind one of the most influential creators in modern sneaker...

Columbus Short reflects on the making of Stomp the Yard, revisiting the intense rehearsal culture, injuries, and competitive dance environment that defined the film. He shares what it meant to work alongside Chris Brown and Meagan Good, and how the movie reshaped dance culture in the 2000s. Beyond the film, Columbus talks about career evolution, industry survival, and a formative Kobe Bryant momen...

Paul Rodriguez opens up about becoming Nike SB’s first signature skateboarder, building a 20-year legacy in skate culture, and honoring Kobe Bryant through his latest tribute shoe. He reflects on growing up around fame, carving his own identity, and surviving a career-threatening injury. From X Games dominance to Olympic skateboarding and fatherhood, P-Rod shares how discipline, obsession, and res...

Noel Gugliemi sits down with Taboo on Comics and Kicks to tell the real stories behind some of his biggest Hollywood moments — from playing Hector in The Fast and the Furious films, to on-set memories with Paul Walker and Vin Diesel, and how he saw the franchise evolve from street racing to global action epic. He also reflects on his roles in Training Day with Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke, an...

Walter Jones (the OG Black Ranger) breaks down how dance and martial arts became “Hip Hop Kido,” the exact style that helped him win Power Rangers. He opens up about the reality behind the fame—how massive the show got, why the pay didn’t match the impact, and what led him to walk away. And he shares the legacy side too: the fans, the life-changing moments, and what it meant to be a real symbol of...