WellsCast

Wells is taking a virtual trip to the Jersey Shore to hang with Vinny Guadagnino! We go way back, before GTL and MTV to find out Vinny’s true journey to stardom.  He shares behind the scenes stories from his experience as the Hammerhead on The Masked Dancer and how his life changed when he became the “keto guido”.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnyst...

Not many people can transition from singing competition shows to a regular role on a sitcom, but Hayley Orrantia has pulled it off!  Wells sits down with Hayley to hear some stories from her time on The Goldbergs and what it was like to compete on The X Factor.  And find out the new project she’s working on in Nashville that’s TOTALLY different from anything she’s done before! Learn more about you...

If you need something to smile about OR you’re feeling overwhelmed by the leftovers in your fridge, you DO NOT want to miss this episode! Wells hangs out with Jackie Tohn (from GLOW on Netflix and Best Leftovers Ever) to find out what goes on inside the mind of a multi-talented person. Find out how she got started in stand-up comedy while in junior high and she reveals some MAJOR secrets about her...

If you think you know James Maslow from Big Time Rush, you haven’t heard anything yet! Wells hangs out with the actor/singer/producer/everything to find out what motivates him and how he made to the Big Time.  Hear about how a family tragedy drove him to get into the entertainment industry full time.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/liste...

Sadie Robertson has done more before age 25 than most people do in their WHOLE lives.  You might know her from Duck Dynasty, but Wells goes far beyond what you’ve seen on TV.  Find out what motivates and inspires her. And discover the crucial advice she has for young entrepreneurs.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

If you’re obsessed with Cobra Kai (and who isn’t??) you do not want to miss this show! Wells heads into the dojo with Vanessa Rubio who plays Carmen (mother of Miguel).  She shares some inside info on Cobra Kai! Hear the story of how she made the pivot from a career in fine art to acting in hit TV shows. And she shares an unexpected piece of advice about how to achieve your dreams! Learn more abou...

If you have a famous family, you’re automatically rich and famous right?? That isn’t always the case, and Wells learns the true meaning of “hustle” from Brooke Hogan, daughter of Hulk Hogan.  Brooke starred on a bunch of reality shows but when it came time to reinvent herself, she did everything totally on her own. Hear her inspirational journey when Wells learns the origin story of Brooke Hogan. ...

You may not know much about Phil Rosenthal, but get ready to love him as much as Everybody Loves Raymond! (the show he created!) Phil has transitioned from TV producer to a foodie of the highest order, traveling all over the world to try the best of the best. And Wells is ready to find out what’s eating Phil! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.c...

You know Aloe Blacc most recently as the “Mushroom” on The Masked Singer, but Wells is ready to find out everything that led him to musical stardom. Aloe reveals how he transitioned from studying linguistics and psychology to making music full time.  And we get an intimate look into his songwriting process! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com...

Wells connects with the “voice of reason” from the Real Housewives of Dallas, Stephanie Hollman!  Stephanie admits how it felt to see herself on TV and realize the type of person she is by watching it played back.  Find out the shocking truth of what has happened after going on the show! And she gives us a preview of what to expect in RHOD season 5! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www....

Wells is a secret Dance Moms fanatic, so he is psyched to hang with Melissa Gisoni (mom of Maddie and Mackenzie Ziegler) and Jill Vertes (mother of Kendall Vertes).  We find out some of the unique challenges that come with raising a high level athlete and how their lives changed after going on the show.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/li...

Wells has gotten himself into a “Situation”!  Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino and his wife Lauren open up about life on and off The Jersey Shore. They get real about Mike’s time in prison, their challenges with addiction and the work they’re doing to help others reclaim their lives.  But, The Situation is much more than just Jersey Shore! Wells goes way back to find out what his life was like befo...

Wells is living the “salt life” when country star Chuck Wicks rolls on by!  Find out how Chuck went from growing up on a potato farm to becoming one of the biggest songwriters in Nashville and taking the stage on Dancing with the Stars! Chuck reveals how he now related to Jason Aldean! And we hear the story of how Chuck “stole Cinderella”! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodc...

No one hustles harder than Megan Hilty. She’s conquered Broadway, released hit albums and voiced a ton of animated characters. But Wells goes deep with Megan to discover the true life lessons that led her to success.  Plus, Megan reveals what REALLY happened at “opera camp”! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Wells gets country legend Clint Black and actress Lisa Hartman to “come out of their shell” and open up about their marriage. They just appeared on The Masked Singer as the “snow owls” and are officially the first duo in the show’s history! Wells goes deep and finds out where they both got their start and how they work so well as musicians AND a married couple! Learn more about your ad-choices at...

 Wells gets into some major “Work From Home” vibes when he talks to Ally Brooke! She tells us the story of what happened BEFORE 5th Harmony, and her journey since the group went their separate ways.  Ally opens up about her most intimate work yet and how it felt to be raw and honest in her new book.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listen...

Wells risks being “catfished”, but it works out when Nev Schulman and his Dancing with the Stars partner Jenna Johnson show up.    Dancing actually started Nev's whole “catfish” journey and how a run-in with the police changed his life forever.   Jenna Johnson reveals why she and her husband Valentin Chmerkovskiy are currently living apart. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpod...

Macy Gray is a Grammy winner, and actress, and the artist behind one of the most ICONIC songs of all time. Wells gets to know the REAL Macy Gray and finds out what happened before she released “I TRY”. Her musical journey actually started in film school! And we hear about the amazing work she’s doing with her charity! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omn...

Laura Marano is a true triple threat… an actor, a musician and an activist! Wells finds out what led her to a career where she’s starring alongside Robert DeNiro at the same time she’s releasing an EP.  We find out how she convinced her mom to let her get into acting at the age of 5.  And Laura opens up about her experience going to high school while she was starring on a Disney Channel show.  Lea...

Wells connects with a real California cowboy… Tyler Rich. He shares the story of what brought from the west coast to Nashville, and the love that brought him back to California. Tyler tells us about how he perfected his sound in high school by playing punk rock versions of Country hits in barns and parking lots.  And we hear about how he set huge goals early in his career by going to Stagecoach an...

Life is a highway, and Wells is ready to drive it all night long with Jay and Allison DeMarcus!  You may know Jay from his music with Rascall Flatts but Wells goes way back to the beginning of his career and he opens up about the early challenges he faced as a young musician.  We hear how his wife Allison went from multiple beauty pageant titleholder to TV host and now reality tv star!  And we get...

Wells talks to Olivia Holt about her journey from Disney Channel star to Marvel superhero to pop music phenomenon.  Olivia shares the story of how she got started early in the entertainment business and we hear about how things have changed since quarantine shut everything down. And we get her honest answer about what she likes better: singing or acting! Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/...

Not many couples from “Love is Blind” on Netflix have gone the distance, but Lauren & Cameron give us hope!  Wells talks to the happy couple about why their relationship has worked so well… after falling in love without laying eyes on each other!  They spill some inside hints about the next season of the now Emmy nominated show! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetw...

Wells hangs with Wizards of Waverly Place Star David Henrie. Get to know him on a whole new level We hear his experience acting alongside Selena Gomez and how that grew into a deep and longlasting friendship. He reveals the major turning point in his life that led to his career as an actor. He’s one of the only Disney stars who wrote episodes and David shares behind the scenes stories Learn more a...

Wells hangs with Pretty Little Liars stars Nia Peeples, Lesley Fera & Holly Marie Combs! They played moms on PLL and now they’re hosting a podcast where they recap the show over a glass of wine.  We hear some untold stories from the set of Pretty Little Liars and the challenges that come with keeping A’s identity a TOTAL secret.  And they reveal some secrets about their PLL costars Lucy Hale a...