The Roundtable with Robert Bannon

Polynesian (Māori) actress Te Ao o Hinepehinga joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about her breakout role as Kupuohi in the highly anticipated Apple TV+ series Chief of War, premiering August 1, 2025. Te stars opposite Jason Momoa in this epic historical drama, which tells the true story of Ka‘iana and the unification of the Hawaiian Islands from an indigenous perspective. Filmed in H...

In this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we welcome filmmaker, writer, and political strategist Ebs Burnough to discuss his powerful new documentary Kerouac’s Road: The Beat of a Nation. Known for his work in both the cultural and political arenas—including his time as White House Deputy Social Secretary under President Barack Obama—Burnough brings a uniquely thoughtful and intersecti...

He’s the ghost with the most, babe! Star of the national tour of Beetlejuice, Justin Collette joins us to talk about bringing this fan-favorite musical to life across the country—including its upcoming run at Detroit’s legendary Fisher Theatre. From donning the striped suit to commanding the chaos eight times a week, Justin shares what it takes to play Broadway’s most irreverent demon and why this...

Get ready for fashion, sustainability, and a whole lot of golden glam! Designer and eco-icon Zero Waste Daniel joins The Roundtable to chat about his viral, fabulous collaboration with The Golden Girls—yes, that Golden Girls—to commemorate the iconic show's 40th anniversary, now streaming on Hulu. With his signature zero-waste ethos, Daniel is turning scraps into style and honoring pop culture leg...

Nicole Burch, comedian, writer, and podcast host, joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon just before her highly anticipated live performance in New York City on August 1st at the Westside Comedy Club! With her razor-sharp wit, heartfelt stories, and stand‑up specials like MAMA DRAMA, Nicole brings truth, vulnerability, and unfiltered laughs. We chat about: Her upcoming one-night-only NYC show on...

On this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we welcome Alexander Diaz, the dynamic Executive Director of Bergen Performing Arts Center (BergenPAC), to spotlight their transformative arts education programming. From offering underserved students access to world-class arts training to cultivating the next generation of performers and arts lovers, Alexander shares how BergenPAC is making a...

Playwright, performer, and producer Paul Oakley Stovall joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to talk about his deeply personal and powerful new play, Immediate Family, being directed by the legendary Phylicia Rashad. The story centers around a family gathering in Chicago that becomes a powder keg of secrets, identity, race, and acceptance when one brother brings his white partner home to meet h...

Bubba Weiler and director Jack Serio join The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to discuss their debut Off‑Broadway play WELL, I’LL LET YOU GO, a powerful portrait set in a small Midwestern town facing crisis. Written by actor-turned-playwright Bubba, and directed by Obie-winner Jack Serio, the play explores grief, memory, and the unraveling of the American Dream—shifting through time with intimacy an...

Morgan James joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon to celebrate her bold new studio album Soul Remains the Same (out August 8!)—a soul‑infused reimagining of iconic heavy rock and metal classics. With her powerhouse vocals and horn‑driven arrangements, Morgan transforms tunes from AC/DC, Soundgarden, Metallica, Black Sabbath, and more into something fresh, fierce, and undeniably soulful. She ope...

Lou Diamond Phillips joins The Roundtable with Robert Bannon for a dynamic and wide-ranging conversation, touching on everything from his latest film ET TU to his remarkable, decades-long career. In ET TU, Lou takes on the role of a stage director spiraling into madness while staging a production of Julius Caesar, in a darkly comedic thriller that blurs the lines between theatre and reality. But t...

In this soul-stirring episode of The Roundtable, Robert Bannon welcomes Grammy-winning gospel powerhouse Tasha Cobbs Leonard to share the heartfelt story behind her brand-new studio album, Tasha, set for release on July 25, 2025. Known for chart-toppers like “Break Every Chain” and collaborations with Lecrae, John Legend, Chandler Moore, and Kirk Franklin, Tasha has crafted a deeply personal and g...

Today on The Roundtable, we’re joined by one of musical theatre’s most powerful new voices—composer, storyteller, and orchestrator Jaime Lozano. Dubbed “the next big thing on Broadway” by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Jaime returns to talk about his deeply personal new project, Songs by an Immigrant Vol. 3, and the upcoming all-star live concert at Sony Hall on August 25. Jaime shares the heart and inspirat...

Robert Bannon welcomes filmmaker Adam Finberg, the director and writer of the new sci-fi thriller Star People. The film is set during the 1997 Phoenix Lights UFO phenomenon and follows Claire, a photographer haunted by a childhood encounter, as she returns to the Arizona desert with her UFO-obsessed boyfriend and estranged brother. What begins as a search for truth turns into a journey through hea...

Today on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, Brazilian-born writer, performer, and producer Darwin Del Fabro (she/her) joins us for an intimate and powerful conversation about her return to the stage in her deeply personal solo play, LILI/DARWIN. Premiering at The Tank in New York City this August, the genre-defying piece explores Darwin’s journey through gender transition, interwoven with the stor...

Today on The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, the radiant and soulful Shanice joins us for a powerful and wide-ranging conversation. Known for her iconic hit “I Love Your Smile,” Shanice opens up about her journey through music, love, motherhood, and resilience—sharing candid insights into life on and off the stage. In this heartfelt chat, Shanice talks about returning to concerts—and she’s bringing...

The Roundtable with Robert Bannon welcomes the incomparable Eric Roberson—Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, and one of the leading voices in independent soul music—for a soulful and heartfelt conversation. With a career spanning over two decades, Eric has written and collaborated with icons like Jill Scott, Musiq Soulchild, Dwele, and DJ Jazzy Jeff, while carving out his own legendary...

On this episode of The Roundtable, Robert is joined by the extraordinary cast of The Weir from Irish Repertory Theatre—John Keating, Sean Gormley, and Dan Butler. These acclaimed actors dive into the eerie beauty and emotional depth of Conor McPherson’s beloved play, sharing stories from the rehearsal room, the unique connection they feel to the material, and the power of live storytelling rooted...

On this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we’re diving into the world of indie filmmaking with the team behind the bold and unforgettable new feature, Iconic. Joining Robert are three creative forces who brought this film to life: star Alyssa Anthony, writer-director Matthew Freiheit, and producer/makeup artist Carisa Arellano. From its unique visual style to its emotionally raw perfor...

Today onThe Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we welcome powerhouse recording artist and Broadway star Meecah! Known for her soaring vocals, magnetic stage presence, and genre-defying artistry, Meecah joins Robert for an intimate and inspiring conversation about her journey from Palm Beach to the Great White Way. From her acclaimed role in Hamilton to her rising career as a solo performer, Meecah sha...

🎭 Broadway star Benjamin Pajak joins Robert Bannon on The Roundtable to talk about his incredible journey from making his debut in The Music Man alongside Hugh Jackman, to wowing audiences in Oliver! and now stepping into film with his powerful role in Mike Flanagan’s The Life of Chuck. 🌟 Benjamin opens up about growing up inspired by Wicked and Phantom, performing on some of Broadway’s biggest...

⚠️ Explicit Content – Listener discretion advised Buckle up—because this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon pulls zero punches. Making his podcast debut, TikTok firecracker Loutiet joins us for a no-holds-barred conversation full of heart, humor, and some very colorful language. He’s a gay Italian from Brooklyn with a potty mouth, a sharp tongue, and a fearless online presence that’s tak...

On this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, we're diving deep into the world of theatre, storytelling, and creative risk-taking with special guest Rishi Varma, the brilliant mind behind the new play Sulfur Bottom. Rishi joins Robert for an engaging conversation about the journey of writing Sulfur Bottom—a bold, genre-bending theatrical experience set to premiere at the Jerry Orbach Theat...

On this episode of The Roundtable with Robert Bannon, the soulful, chart-topping artist Kem joins Robert for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation. Kem opens up about the stories behind his newest music, offering a glimpse into the creative process that has made him a beloved voice in R&B. From songwriting inspiration to collaborating with other musicians, Kem shares the passion and purpose that...

“Songs of Black Folk,” a stirring 26‑minute short film directed by Justin Emeka and Haley Watson, debuted at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival as part of the “Shorts: Embrace the Music” lineup. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Juneteenth, it chronicles the Pacific Northwest’s first official celebration in Seattle via an intergenerational musical event. Centered around the visionary conductor and c...

The Rose: Come Back to Me is an intimate documentary chronicling the remarkable journey of The Rose— from their humble beginnings as a South Korean indie band to their emergence as a global sensation. Through heartfelt moments and honest reflection, the documentary captures how each member fell in love with music, as well as the challenges of navigating the K-pop system. Directed by Eugene Yi, thi...