The Roundtable with Robert Bannon

For Super Bowl week, we go straight to the roots of the game with Chuck Kyle, one of the most respected high school football coaches in history. After more than four decades shaping young men on and off the field, Coach Kyle is the subject of the new Amazon docuseries The Object of the Game, which follows his final season and the values that defined his career. In this conversation, we talk about...

Today on The Roundtable, we’re talking about something mighty special: The Protomen, the Nashville-bred rock opera icons whose latest album Act III: This City Made Us just broke into the Top 10 on the Billboard charts — a huge milestone for a band that’s carved its own legendary path through immersive storytelling, epic soundscapes, and cult devotion. This is the final act of a trilogy years in th...

Keith Kilgo, founding member of The Blackbyrds, joins The Roundtable as the legendary group hits the road again for 2026. Born out of Howard University and famously mentored by Donald Byrd, The Blackbyrds helped define a new era of jazz-funk in the 1970s, blending groove, soul, and musicianship into a sound that still resonates today. With hits like Walking in Rhythm and Happy Music, their influen...

Matteo Lane is hitting the road with his brand-new comedy tour We’ve Gotta Catch Up, and honestly… this one feels personal. Known for his razor-sharp wit, big heart, and stories that bounce effortlessly between culture, family, identity, and pure chaos, Matteo is doing what he does best—making us laugh while sneaking in a little truth. From growing up Italian to navigating love, life, and being ex...

Ever wonder what it actually takes to make — and hopefully sell — a TV pilot? This week at the Roundtable, we’re joined by Tom Willoughby, a first-time showrunner stepping into the deep end with his new series The Rich Kids Rule. Tom breaks down the real path from idea to pilot: writing, pitching, assembling a team, navigating notes, and the leap of faith it takes to put your vision out into the i...

Omari Collins — known on and off stage as the unforgettable Scarlett D. Von’Du — joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about starring in the hit musical KINKY BOOTS as it stops in Detroit. Omari shares what it means to step into such an iconic role, the responsibility of honoring the character’s legacy, and the joy of bringing this bold, high-energy show to audiences who are ready to cel...

Director Chris Walters joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his moving documentary Artfully United, a film that explores the power of public art to bring people together and uplift communities. The project follows artist Mike Norice as he creates vibrant murals in underserved neighborhoods, transforming blank walls into messages of hope, unity, and belonging. More than a documenta...

XBYRDX joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a candid conversation about his powerful new single and the album it introduces. Known for blending emotion, atmosphere, and honesty, XBYRDX opens up about his creative process, the inspirations behind the project, and how this body of work represents a deeper chapter in his artistic evolution. We also get into identity, vulnerability, and what it...

Tenor saxophonist Simon Mogul joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his debut album Simon Says, a straight-ahead jazz record rooted in tradition and driven by pure swing. Recorded with legendary bassist and producer Curtis Lundy, Simon Says captures the raw, first-take energy of the studio while honoring the lineage of jazz greats like Dexter Gordon, Gene Ammons, Sonny Rollins, and...

We hit the red carpet for Solo Mio and caught up with an incredible lineup of stars including Kevin James, Jonathan Roumie, Kim Coates, Nicole Grimaudo, and more. From big laughs to thoughtful reflections, the energy on the carpet was electric as the cast and creatives celebrated this exciting new release. From candid moments to behind-the-scenes stories, our red carpet conversations captured the...

Carrot Top is here — and nothing about his career has ever been ordinary. From Las Vegas headliner to one of the most instantly recognizable comedians in the world, he’s built a decades-long run by doing exactly what everyone told him not to do. We talk about how the prop comedy started, why it stuck, and how he turned skepticism into staying power, becoming a true comedy original in an industry t...

Acclaimed actor Rob Morgan and director Glen Owen join The Roundtable to talk about their powerful new film Signing Tony Raymond. Rob Morgan—known for standout work across film and television including Stranger Things, Daredevil, Luke Cage, and The Last Black Man in San Francisco—brings his signature depth and humanity to a story centered on redemption, responsibility, and hard truths. Director Gl...

Miranda Anderson, Amandla Jahava, Portia, and writer-directors Marina Tempelsman & Niccolò Aeed are here to talk about This Will Never Work — a bold, intimate project that explores connection, ambition, and the messy reality of chasing something meaningful. We dig into how the story came together, what drew each of them to the material, and why this project feels especially timely right now. The c...

Acclaimed filmmaker Maxime Giroux joins The Roundtable to talk about his haunting new film In Cold Light. Known for his visually striking storytelling and emotionally complex characters, Giroux opens up about the inspiration behind the film, crafting tension through atmosphere, and why In Cold Light lives in the unsettling space between morality, survival, and obsession. In this candid and thought...

Producer Steven Lawrence joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about The Long Way Home, the iconic documentary following legendary Russian singer and songwriter Boris Grebenshchikov as he travels from the Soviet Union to the United States to record an album during a pivotal moment in history. The film captures a rare cultural exchange, blending music, politics, and personal freedom at a...

Actor Michael Mosley joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about signing on for his latest film, Tony Raymond. He opens up about the moment the project crossed his path, what immediately grabbed him about the script, and why this role felt like the right next move. Michael shares insight into the character, the creative conversations that shaped his decision, and what excites him most ab...

Writer David Gutierrez joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his powerful new work Retraction, a sharp, timely piece that explores truth, accountability, and the complicated aftermath of what we say—and take back. David opens up about his writing process, the inspiration behind the project, and why stories that sit in moral gray areas feel especially urgent right now. Robert and Da...

Elaine Hendrix joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a joyful, inspiring conversation about a career that truly does it all. From her early days as a dancer to becoming a beloved movie star, Elaine reflects on her unforgettable journey — including stepping into the iconic role of Dolly for OFC Creations, her time on Dancing with the Stars, and the moments that shaped her path in entertainmen...

Broadway powerhouse and recording artist N'Kenge joins The Roundtable to talk about stepping into the legacy of an icon in That’s Love: The Dorothy Dandridge Musical. N’Kenge shares what it means to honor Dorothy Dandridge’s brilliance, vulnerability, and impact, and why telling her story now feels both timely and deeply personal. We dive into the emotional responsibility of portraying a legend, t...

Dorothea Miller Celebrates “Two Lesbians Walk Into A Bar…” Comedian and storyteller Dorothea Miller is at The Roundtable celebrating her hilarious, sharp, and heartfelt new project Two Lesbians Walk Into A Bar…. Known for her fearless humor and smart observations, Dorothea joins us to talk about turning lived experience into laugh-out-loud comedy, the power of queer storytelling, and why this proj...

Today on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we’re joined by Emanuela Galliussi and Dean Matthew Ronalds, the stars of the new film Zoe. Together, they open up about stepping into a story rooted in intimacy, emotional honesty, and the quiet moments that define human connection. Zoe is a film that leans into feeling over spectacle — and these performances are at the heart of its impact. Emanuela and...

Tonight on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we’re joined by viral dance innovators Cost n’ Mayor — Austin and Marideth Telenko — along with the electric cast of their new theatrical dance experience 11 to Midnight, heading to New York. What began as jaw-dropping movement on social media has transformed into a full-scale live stage event, blending storytelling, emotion, and high-energy choreograp...

Rising country artist Chandler Dozier joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to celebrate his new album Bakersfield East — a project that blends neo-traditional country, heartfelt storytelling, and a deep respect for the legends who paved the way. From honky-tonks to heartfelt ballads, Chandler is carving out a sound that feels timeless while still very much his own. In this fun and honest chat,...

Dr. Elvis François — the world-famous “Singing Surgeon” — joins The Roundtable to talk about the powerful next chapter of his journey and the release of his brand-new album, Realignment. A Harvard-trained orthopedic surgeon who went viral for singing to his patients in the operating room, Elvis has become a global symbol of how music, healing, and humanity intersect. Now, with Realignment, he’s sh...

Sharon Lawrence joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her powerful return to the stage in the heartfelt two-hander Pen Pals. Best known to millions as the unforgettable Sylvia Costas on NYPD Blue, Sharon has spent decades as one of television’s most respected and beloved actresses, earning multiple Emmy nominations while appearing across everything from Desperate Housewives to Grey...