The Neil Haley Show

Tim Smith from Discovery Channel's "Moonshiners" reveals the incredible true story of how he became the face of modern moonshining on national television—and how he manages to stay out of jail while doing it. After a producer from McGill Entertainment showed up at his house looking for his father (who refused to participate and later passed away), Tim called back two months later and offered to sh...

Actress Melissa Roxburgh joins The Neil Haley Show to discuss the highly anticipated second season of her gripping thriller series about hunting serial killers who are secretly imprisoned rather than executed. Melissa reveals what makes the show so binge-worthy—the perfect balance of gore, personal drama, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, with each episode containing its own subplots while building...

This action-packed episode of The Neil Haley Show features an incredible lineup of guests sharing their diverse stories and expertise. Actress Melissa Roxburgh kicks off the show discussing season two of her thrilling series, where she plays a character hunting serial killers in a world where captured killers are secretly imprisoned rather than executed. She shares insights about the show's balanc...

Jane Seymour discusses her remarkable career spanning from playing Maria Callas to her iconic role as Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman—which still airs in 98 countries globally—while promoting her groundbreaking Playboy spread and Pop TV's comedy series "Let's Get Physical." Jane reflects on her most challenging roles, explaining that playing Callas was particularly difficult because actual footage exist...

Mario Van Peebles brings his signature charisma to discussing Syfy's "Superstition," where he serves as director, writer, producer, and actor in a Gothic Americana series that explores the rich tapestry of American supernatural folklore. Drawing from his upbringing in the Van Peebles independent film family business—which he compares to growing up on a family farm where you learn every aspect of t...

Jon Taffer, star of Spike TV's top-rated series Bar Rescue, recounts his improbable journey from college bartender studying political science in Denver to becoming one of television's most recognizable hospitality experts. Despite being told by a Paramount Television executive that he would "never be on television" and didn't have the right profile, Jon took it as a personal challenge. He invested...

Paige Davis, the beloved host of Trading Spaces and Emmy-nominated star of OWN's Homemade Simple, opens up about her multifaceted entertainment career and upcoming role in the world premiere play "Dancing Lessons" at Barrington Stage. Paige traces her journey from studying dance at a performing arts high school in Louisville and Southern Methodist University through summer stock and regional theat...

Larry Thomas, forever immortalized as the Soup Nazi from Seinfeld's iconic episode, shares the remarkable story of how one guest appearance 21 years ago transformed into a thriving brand partnership with The Original SoupMan company. Larry explains how he reconnected with Al Yeganeh, the real soup man who inspired his character, after years of being recognized everywhere he went. The partnership b...

This star-studded episode of the Total Celebrity Show brings together an incredible lineup of entertainment industry veterans and business experts. Host Neil Haley welcomes Larry Thomas, forever known as the iconic Soupman from Seinfeld, who shares the fascinating journey of how one memorable guest appearance transformed into a lifelong brand partnership with The Original SoupMan company. Larry di...

WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin sits down with fellow talk show host and former professional wrestler Neil Haley to discuss his remarkable transition from the squared circle to the entertainment world with his USA Network show "Straight Up Steve Austin." The Texas Rattlesnake opens up about the surprising connections between the two hosts—from wrestling together in Omaha, Nebraska with t...

In this entertaining segment of The Neil Haley Show, comedy legend and television host Howie Mandel joins Neil to discuss the exciting return of Deal or No Deal 2.0 on CNBC, airing Wednesday nights at 9 PM. Howie shares fascinating behind-the-scenes insights about what makes this revival even better than the original, including the addition of a female banker, new negotiation opportunities for con...

In this action-packed episode of The Neil Haley Show, host Neil Haley brings together an incredible lineup of guests spanning entertainment, personal development, medical breakthroughs, and inspirational survival stories. The show opens with comedian and television host Howie Mandel discussing the return of Deal or No Deal 2.0 on CNBC, where he shares behind-the-scenes stories about connecting wit...

Chicago Bears podcast host Kieq Quinley of "Kieq on the Mic" breaks down one of the NFL's most surprising stories—how the Bears transformed from a five-and-twelve disappointment to NFC North champions in just one season. With 23,000 YouTube subscribers following his journey, Quinley explains how the Bears went from having a 1.9% chance to win their division to leading one of football's toughest co...

Hollywood icon Robert Wagner discusses his heartfelt tribute book "I Loved Her in the Movies: Memories of Hollywood's Legendary Actresses," honoring the remarkable women who shaped his six-decade career. Wagner reflects on working with legends like Audrey Hepburn and Bette Davis, emphasizing the tremendous challenges women faced in the industry—balancing demanding schedules with hair, makeup, and...

Action legend Dolph Lundgren shares the remarkable story of how a Swedish chemical engineering student and European karate champion became one of cinema's most iconic villains. Lundgren reveals how working security at a Grace Jones concert in Australia led to an unexpected relationship with the flamboyant singer, which transported him into Andy Warhol's New York scene where he met Michael Jackson,...

SNL veteran Vanessa Bayer takes listeners behind the curtain of Saturday Night Live, revealing her impressive near-record of making it through six full seasons without breaking character on camera. Bayer shares the story of how Fred Armisen finally broke her streak during his hosting appearance at the end of her sixth season, and discusses memorable sketches including the divorce lawyers dance sce...

Comedian and actor Patton Oswalt joins the Neil Haley Show to discuss his role as the hapless principal in NBC's AP Bio, a character he describes as "an authority figure with zero authority." Drawing inspiration from Tim Meadows' masterful portrayal of the principal in Mean Girls, Oswalt explores the unique challenges of playing administrators who struggle to maintain control while genuinely carin...

This special edition of the Neil Haley Show brings together an incredible lineup of entertainment and sports talent. Actor and comedian Patton Oswalt joins the show to discuss his role as the principal in NBC's AP Bio, sharing insights about working with students who are smarter than their teachers and drawing inspiration from classic principal performances in films like Mean Girls and Ferris Buel...

This action-packed episode of The Neil Haley Show features an incredible lineup of guests spanning television, comedy, music, reality TV, media, sports, and film. Host Neil Haley, joined by co-host Greg Hanna for select segments, delivers engaging conversations that reveal the personal stories and professional insights of each guest. The show opens with actress Melissa Roxburgh discussing her new...

Actress Natasha Perez shares the intensive preparation behind her portrayal of Yolanda Saldivar in Netflix's "Selena: The Series," the controversial figure who served as Selena's fan club president, personal assistant, and business manager before becoming responsible for the beloved Tejano singer's tragic death. Perez, a former radio host for Y107 in Los Angeles and correspondent for Sony Entertai...

Director Matt Patterson discusses his psychological horror-thriller "Apartment 413" (available on Amazon Prime), a film that tackles masculinity, mental health, and the dangerous territory where reality becomes questionable. The story follows Marco, an unemployed man searching for work from home while his pregnant girlfriend Dana works as a teacher—a scenario that resonates even more powerfully in...

Five-time Grammy winner BJ Thomas opens up about his remarkable 50-year career that sold 70 million albums worldwide and produced some of American music's most enduring songs, including the Oscar-winning "Raindrops Keep Falling on My Head." Thomas shares the serendipitous path that led to that iconic Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid moment: after success in Memphis with hits like "Hooked on a Fe...

Veteran filmmaker Joel Soisson takes listeners on a fascinating journey through four decades of Hollywood filmmaking, from his humble beginnings as a PA in the early 1980s to becoming what one website dubbed "the direct-to-video sequel king." Unlike many of his generation who experienced a "Star Wars moment" that defined their career path, Soisson drifted organically from art school into animation...

Veteran filmmaker Joel Soisson and Candid Camera host Peter Funt join the show to share decades of entertainment history, from horror classics and cult comedies to television's longest-running hidden camera series. Soisson reflects on his remarkable 40-year career that began as a PA in the early 1980s, never experiencing the typical "Star Wars moment" that defined his generation. Instead, he drift...

Peter Funt, son of Candid Camera creator Allen Funt and longtime host of the iconic series, joins the show to discuss the remarkable 75-year history of television's original hidden camera program and his new book "Self Amused: A Tell Some Memoir." What began as a radio show called Candid Microphone in 1947 has evolved into a television institution that holds the record as the only entertainment pr...