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TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Dr. Layal Issa MD about her fantastic work with nonprofit organization Karma-Lebanon, which helps children suffering from cancer, thalassemia, and chronic illnesses, especially in these trying times of war. Donate today to support their cause: https://karma-leb.org/?product=donate-to-karma-lebanon Note: This interview was filmed prior to the recent attacks...

Meet Dr. Erin MacDonald , astrophysicist and official science advisor of Star Trek! Dr. MacDonald chats with TSC News host Fred Richani about getting involved with Star Trek, astrophysics, her love for Bioware video games, her production company Spacetime Productions, and getting cast as a voice actor for Star Trek: Prodigy on Netflix and Star Trek Online! For more info: https://www.erinpmacdonald...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Saving AlGeneina Initiative manager Sadeia Hamid about her grassroots organization helping Sudanese refugees and internally displaced peoples within Sudan and Chad, the Sudanese crisis encompassing war, genocide, famine, and occupation, the instability before/during/after former President Omar al-Bashir, as well as how YOU can help donate volunteer for this...

Remastered From 2022: TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews legendary voice actor Josh Keaton about filling Chris Evans' giant shoes in What If...? on Disney Plus, getting his big break as a kid, playing young Hercules, being canonically part of the MCU, his roles in Young Justice Phantoms, becoming synonymous with the animated Spider-Man, his incredibly supportive wife and family, advice for s...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews filmmaker Gauthier Raad about his critically-acclaimed documentaries, tackling LGBQT topics in the Arab entertainment space, and his fantastic work as director of multiple film festivals including LIFF - Lebanese Independent Film Festival in Beirut! Plus: They discuss uplifting diverse voices in times of tragedy and chaos, especially in the Middle East / ME...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews BLOOM co-founder Amina Shams about her top-rated grassroots nonprofit organization, currently helping children in Morocco, as well as Gaza, in collaboration with HEAL Palestine's Steve Sosebee. Amina discusses how BLOOM was formed and various resources provided to Palestinian and Moroccan children, including mental health service, food security, on-site kit...

Fred Richani interviews activist, filmmaker, and Focus Congo founder Pappy Orion , shedding light on his remarkable charity work in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The interview also covers the pressing issues of G-cide, war, and the exploitation of labor for cobalt, coltan, and other resources. Pappy Orion shares insights on how we can support the DRC and delves into his incredible childhood jo...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews EASTER BLOODY EASTER lead actress/filmmaker Diane Foster about her new film, its unique comedy horror concept, being recognized by Women in Film, growing up in New Jersey, the indie distribution scene, working with Gravitas Ventures, and why YOU should watch the movie!    Stream Easter Bloody Easter: https://amzn.to/3JrdqBp For more info: https://www.instag...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews actor/writer Russ Russo about his upcoming short film "Beautiful Boy" premiering at the 2024 Garden State Film Festival in Asbury Park, NJ, his love for teaching at Monmouth County Acting Classes, and why you should check out his work! For more info: https://russrusso.com/ Signup for Russ' acting classes: https://monmouthcountyacting.com/ Buy tickets to Bea...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Migrant Sea (2024) multimedia documentary filmmaker Stephane Grasso about his film's multiplatform approach across TV, web, VR, writing, photographs, essays, and podcasts, as well covering African migrants' tough journey to Europe, the hardships they face, and why it's so important for these stories to be told. Official selection for 2024 Slamdance Film Fes...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews award-winning author Dana Dargos about co-writing the critically acclaimed science fiction novel Einstein in the Attic with her uncle Said Al Bizri, coming up with the story's unique concept, being an independent writer, her activism, working JobsForLebanon.com , her Lebanese heritage, and advice for success! For more info: https://danadargos.com/ Follow Da...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani chats with acclaimed humanitarian Steve Sosebee about forming HEAL Palestine , the organization's mission, his incredible past work with the Palestine Children's Relief Fund (The PCRF), helping the Bsiso girls get to New York City for medical care, how they bring aid in to Gaza despite the Israeli restrictions, working with world renowned surgeon Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sitta...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews "Footnotes" film stars Chris Leary (lead/director/writer) and actress Sharayu Mahale (lead) about their independent pandemic era romantic comedy, the challenges of 2020, the fun times on set, and why people should check it out at a film festival near you! Follow Sharayu Mahale: https://www.instagram.com/sharayu.mahale/ Follow Chris Leary: https://www.instag...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Palestinian Tatreez (embroidery) artist Lina Barkawi about founding Lina's Thobe, the motifs behind the artform, the importance of preserving her culture, mental health, how we all can support the community, her activism, and how she is coping through these tragic times. Special thanks for Seema Gulati for booking this interview. For more info: https://www....

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews writer, producer, director, and script consultant Melissa Hurry about award-winning short film "How It Is...", the state of indie filmmaking, founding Mel Hurry Films, mentoring, and diversity and inclusion! Plus: Fun Facts about Mel Hurry, a fellow wrestling fan! Note: This interview contains discussions with a non-union director and non-union short film a...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews actress, martial artist, and filmmaker Jennifer Linch about the success of her feature film Kung Fu Ghost, San Diego Comic Con experience, being a non-union actress during the WGA strike, and the challenges of indie filmmaking! Note: This interview contains discussions with a non-union actor and non-union feature film and was filmed prior to the SAG-AFTRA s...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews his coach -- actor James Northcote about his standout role as Aldhelm in Netflix's hit period piece series The Last Kingdom , the upcoming TLK film starring Alexander Dreymon (Uhtred of Bebbanburg), how he got his start in show business, being a series regular, and the great work he's doing with The Actors Community founded by Mark Rowley (Finan)! ✅Follow...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews writer, producer, music historian, and best selling author Randy Schmidt about the powerful documentary Karen Carpenter: Starving For Perfection, her cautionary tale, why he didn't involve Richard Carpenter with the doc, The Carpenters' impact, and what fans can learn from her story. For more info: https://karencarpenterdoc.com/

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Goodbye, Petrushka lead actress Lizzie Kehoe about her critically-acclaimed romantic comedy feature film, getting into showbiz, working with director Nicola Rose, growing in up in Tampa, as well as her many talents including singing and writing! Goodbye, Petrushka currently has a 100-percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes! Streaming now on Amazon Prime Video, Tu...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews former NFL quarterback Quincy Carter about his road to recovery with BRC, mentoring the athletes of today, overcoming his demons, his college career with the Georgia Bulldogs, his pro stint with the Dallas Cowboys and New York Jets, playing under legendary head coach Bill Parcells, maintaining a great relationship with his coaches, and being a family man! T...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews casting director Hamzah Saman, CSA about founding Arab American Casting, becoming a prominent voice on Clubhouse, advocating for diversity in Hollywood, giving back, changing lives, overcoming MENA stereotypes, and his work on award-winning independent film Jacir! Plus: Saman on his favorite spots in Beirut, Lebanon and his acting and photography experience...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews legendary filmmaker Greg MacGillivray about the 50th anniversary of his beloved surfing documentary Five Summer Stories , pioneering IMAX technology, working under director Stanley Kubrick for The Shining, his late great business partner Jim Freeman, museums embracing his work, and what's next for MacGillivray Freeman Films ! For more info: https://macgilli...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Marcus film lead actor Owen Miller about J.R. Poli's drama film, working with "The Big Show" Paul Wight and Katana Malone, his mental journey, and what's next in his impressive acting career! Marcus is available on Blu-Ray, video on demand, and coming to Starz on Sept. 1! ✅Watch MARCUS on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3zkrU0j ✅Subscribe for more interviews: htt...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews veteran actor Jasper Cole about working with director Scott Mann in his new thriller Fall, the fantastic cast, the crazy elements they had to deal with, his decorated acting career, playing Hollywood's go-to bad guy, running Newman Thomas Management, and why you should watch the movie in theaters now! Check out his podcast One on One with Jasper Cole and lo...

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interview Fall movie lead actresses Grace Caroline Currey aka Grace Fulton and Virginia Gardner about their suspenseful new film in theaters August 12, fear of heights, doing their own stunts, VULTURES, their work in DC Universe's Shazam and Marvel's Runaways, working with director Scott Mann and Jeffrey Dean Morgan, as well as their advice to aspiring actors for succ...