Two Guys From Hollywood

This week Alan and Joey are joined by Broadway and TV star Ektor Rivera (On Your Feet! Evita, and Fox’s new series Fantasy Island), and the incredibly talented director Douglas Sanchez. Douglas wrote and directed the upcoming film La Ultima Gira, which Ektor stars in. The film is about the legendary Latin American singer and musical genius, Daniel Santos. Does that last name look familiar? Daniel...

On this week’s episode, Alan and Joey are joined by the lovely and brilliant “Rebel Heiress” Consuelo Vanderbilt Costin to discuss the theme of the week: The New Age of Social Networking. You may recognize her name, passed down from generations of leaders in the shipping, construction and railroad empires, but Consuelo is very much her own woman building a new type of empire: SohoMuse. She tells A...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they discuss the controversial topic of “Banned Books” and the newly released list that comes every year to shock and appease the masses. Something less surprising is the fandom and appreciation for our two guests joining the conversation this week: Frank Catania and Joe Benigno. They’re here to discuss our theme this week, “The Rat Pack,” as they’ve created one of...

 On this week’s episode you’ll hear words like...zip-lining, massages, coffee, horseback riding, hot springs, forests...are you ready for a vacation yet? Catch up with Alan and Joey on their second to last week of their trip together, and soak up the Costa Rican sun as best you can via an internet connection. The theme this week is Nothing Changes if Nothing Changes, and joining the conversation i...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they review their time thus far in Costa Rica...shark infested waters and all! Joining the conversation this week is legendary sportscaster and radio personality Dan Patrick of the Dan Patrick Show. Dan also happens to be their boss, and on this episode, they’re all officially meeting for the first time. They discuss everything from sports to botox, and our theme th...

FRANK SINATRA. Come Fly with Me, My Way, Fly Me to the Moon...these are all classic songs by an icon that we know and love. We know his films, his albums, we might even know his marriage history, his family and his scandals...but what do we really know about the man himself? FRANK SINATRA is to this day one of the most influential and iconic musicians to grace this planet, and on this week’s episo...

On this week’s episode, Alan and Joey are talking to veteran animator, and CEO of Pencilish Animation Studios, Tom Bancroft. Tom worked as an animator at Disney for over 10 years and is the man responsible for one of the most beloved Disney characters of all time: MUSHU from Mulan! He talks about his journey with this character and what it was like working with Eddie Murphy (oh, and you’ll never g...

Buckle up! This week Alan and Joey are talking to acclaimed author, journalist and biographer Suzanne Finstad about one of our juiciest themes to date: HOLLYWOOD UNCOVERED. There are many famous murders, scandals and conspiracies that are sewn within the fabric of Hollywood as we know it today, and this week, we’re diving into a few that Suzanne knows everything about. Remember Howard Hughes? Well...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they discuss swap meets, a surprise trip to Vegas, and our theme this week: from SEED to SPARK. So many of the great movies and television shows we see are created by people who have worked tirelessly for years, sometimes decades, to build a company and develop material that is meaningful and brings them success and notoriety. Our guest this week knows all about thi...

This week on Two Guys from Hollywood, we’re talking about pushing boundaries. These boundaries might mean the measurements of your pants after you’ve eaten incredible Italian food for a week, or, the way creators, innovators and artists bring their projects to life. From Anthony Bourdain to *someone’s* waistline, we’re covering it all. Joining the conversation is the one and only Sonia Nassery Col...

This week Alan and Joey discuss the thriving business that has taken over the world: cosmetic surgery. What is a Brazilian Butt Lift and why is everyone obsessed with getting one? What happens to the fat you take from your stomach once it’s placed into your face? Is there a procedure for male genitalia enlargement? These are just a few of the questions answered by our guest this week, Dr. David Sh...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they review their trip to New York for Joey’s birthday celebration, and discuss what it’s like to be a tourist during this phase of the pandemic. And for those of you wondering what art is on display at MOMA currently, wonder no more. Alan and Joey give us a thorough walk through and describe some of their favorite pieces (hint: listen for the flight suit) Joining t...

On this week’s episode, we’re talking about the difference between inner and outer beauty, and how one affects the other. The entertainment industry is a place filled with beautiful people from actors to models to influencers, but does outer beauty automatically lead to a happy and healthy life? Joining the conversation is male model and photographer Bruce Hulse. Not only has Bruce built a hugely...

Ever wonder what it’s like to be in an airport lounge with Tina Turner while someone mistakes her for Aretha Franklin? Well, you’ll hear all about Joey’s experience and other great Tina stories, along with Alan and Joey’s thoughts on her new documentary. They also dive into the new Gucci movie starring Lady Gaga and Adam Driver, and what Alan’s client Patricia Gucci *really* thinks of the whole th...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they discuss the balancing act of feeding your soul in LA, starting with advice on how to get an agent and stay on top of your game. Sometimes you need to look back to where the industry has grown from in order to be a part of what it’s growing into! Joining the conversation is Niki Shadrow Snyder and John Snyder, a couple who might go down in history as having the...

On this week’s episode, we’re talking all things COFFEE. Joining the conversation is the head of a major coffee empire, Lisette Gavina. She is the Executive Marketing Director of F. Gaviña & Sons, the nation’s largest minority owned family coffee roaster and a leading producer of quality coffee! You might recognize their brands such as Don Francisco’s Coffee, Café La Llave Espresso, Gaviña Gou...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they talk Allen v Farrow, Harry and Megan, Ryan Murphy, and discuss some of the closeted and not-so-closeted actors and actresses from the golden age of Hollywood; all tying into our theme this week - The Gay Literary Landscape. Hollywood historian Phillip Smith is back and joins Catch Me Up Cocktail Hour this week, and together they revisit recent TV events that ha...

This week we’re dancin’ and groovin’ to some of the BEST disco tracks to hit the scene: Runaway Love, If My Friends Could See Me Now and Red Light just to name a few! And joining the conversation is the one and only Linda Clifford, a true disco diva. Her recordings have spent a total of 60 weeks at number 1 on Billboard’s dance charts, and we’re talking about the music scene of the disco era, and...

On this week’s episode, we’re talking about one of the most sought after titles in the entertainment industry: THE TRIPLE THREAT. Whether it’s singing/dancing/acting, or producing/writing/directing, being a triple threat is something our guest this week knows everything about: Suzanne de Passe. Suzanne is an award winning producer, writer, and a pioneer in the music business. Suzanne speaks with u...

Join Alan and Joey this week as they discuss their weeks, answer a listener question about crazy client stories, gush over the Perseverance Mars Rover landing, and what brings them inspiration. Later in the conversation they are joined by Janine Shepherd, a brilliant woman with a story that embodies the theme of inspiration and resilience. Her story is remarkable and filled with challenges and vic...

This week Alan and Joey are diving into guilty pleasures and the world of reality TV - from wild stories to 90-day Fiancé. Is it true that Alan was banned from flying Air Canada with one of his reality TV clients? You’ll find out here. Joining the conversation is TV insider and host of the popular podcast BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE, David Yontef. David’s journey to building his podcast followed a care...

On this week’s episode, join Alan and Joey as they discuss their weeks, how to cook the perfect steak, and that one time that Janice Dickinson made Alan….well, you’ll just have to listen to hear the end of that one. Janice Dickinson, the first Supermodel, is joining the conversation this week! Having been friends for over 20 years, they have a lot to talk about. Janice discusses her path to modeli...

Join Alan and Joey as they discuss their weeks, the vaccine, DiGiorno pizza and everything in between. Joining their conversation this week is a highly decorated and retired DEA Agent - Hector Berrellez. You may not know him by name, but we’re sure you’ve heard of the hit Netflix series NARCOS:MEXICO! The series follows DEA Agent Kiki Camarena as he goes undercover and eventually wipes out one of...

This week, join Alan and Joey as they discuss memoirs, biographies and the journey from concept to publication. Portraying immensely important historical figures accurately and fairly is a challenge for any writer, and no one knows more about this than the first guest joining the conversation - James McGrath Morris! James is an award-winning author who wrote the critically acclaimed book Eye on th...

This week on Two Guys From Hollywood, Alan and Joey discuss the legacies they carry on through their work and passions, as well as Hollywood Estates. And they aren’t talking real estate! Alan breaks down what happens when a person dies and leaves behind an Estate, especially big names in Hollywood, and how important it is to have them managed and represented properly. Joining the conversation is S...