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S2-E170 Aurora Iler
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S2-E170 Aurora Iler
(4/17/2024) Mike and cohost, actor Joey Viera featured Australian actress and filmmaker Aurora Iler. An Award-Winning filmmaker and actress with a passion for creating film projects that focus on content affecting awareness of important issues. At just 11, Aurora wrote and directed her first movie ‘Melon Head’ – a film about the importance of Helmet Safety. Her film was proudly entered in numerous film festivals. Now 13, Aurora has garnered attention for her latest short, ‘Grape’ - a film she wrote, directed and stars in – bringing to light the dangers of vaping. A serious addiction risk to children and teens. ‘Grape’ has received rave reviews and has been recognized at film festivals globally – including the world-premiere in Beverly Hills where Aurora was awarded ‘Best Up and Coming Actor’ at the 15th annual Lady Filmmaker awards. As well, her film received a nomination for ‘Best Social Impact Film.’ At the Mammoth Film Festival, Aurora was nominated for ‘Best Actress in a Short’ and walked away with a Mammoth in Ice trophy for being the ‘Youngest Filmmaker in Attendance’ Since then, Auroa starred as ‘Abby’ - the lead role in ‘Magic Chalk’ - a film for the not-for-profit charity ‘Rize Up’ helping mostly women and children and has also been nominated by the 45thYAA Awards for ‘Best Actress in a Short Film’ This was a wonderful chat with Aurora Iler. Mike and Joey really enjoyed chatting about her process as an actress and  filmmaker. 'Grape' sends a clear message and offers insight into the vaping addiction crisis among youth not only in Australia but world-wide!  Follow Aurora Iler on Instagram @therealaurorailer  Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E166 Skywalker Hughes
09-03-2024
S2-E166 Skywalker Hughes
3/6/24 Mike and ‘Son of a Critch’ star, actress Sophia Powers had a wonderful time chatting with actress Skywalker Hughes on ConversationsRadio Ep.166. This Canadian/American actress is a shining star in film, tv and animation voiceover. Skyler currently stars as ‘Ashley Schmitt in the Lionsgate feature film 'Ordinary Angels' opposite Hilary Swank and Alan Ritchson – in theatres nationwide. Skywalker Hughes is well known for her role as ‘Sheridan Pickett,’ a series regular, on the Paramount Plus mystery series, ‘Joe Pickett’ - based on the New York Times bestselling book the series by author, C.J. Box becoming the "Most-Watched Series of All Time" on the Spectrum streaming service and was quickly renewed for a second season. Shortly after renewal it was purchased by Paramount Plus. You can catch Skywalker in all 20 episodes of the series. Skywalker had already landed another series lead on the highly acclaimed Fox anthology series, 'Accused'. She stars alongside Oscar winner Keith Carradine in the season finale as JoJo Carlson making history as the series' first lead young actor! Look for Skywalker to star alongside Kate McKinnon, Rashida Jones and Daveed Diggs in the soon to be released Academy Award winner Andrew Stanton movie ‘In The Blink of an Eye.' As a voiceover artist, Skywalker can soon be heard singing and acting as part of the main cast of Season 5 of the popular animated series ‘Blue's Clues and You’ and also guest stars on Season 9 of Nickelodeon's 'Paw Patrol.’ She also has a guest star role on the new children's series ‘Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum.’ You can follow Skywalker Hughes on Instagram @skywalker.hughes Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E165 Callum Shoniker
03-03-2024
S2-E165 Callum Shoniker
2/28/24 Mike, cohost, actress Mia Bella and costar Glee Dango welcomed Canadian actor Callum Shoniker to ConversationsRadio Episode 165! Callum stars opposite Mia Bella and Glee Dango on 'Popularity Papers' on YTV in Canada! Toronto actor/voiceover artist Callum Shoniker has been acting since the age of 8 and has built an impressive resume’ in film and tv. Callum currently stars as ‘Mike’ alongside Mia Bella and Glee Dango on YTV’s hit series ‘Popularity Papers.’ He was first cast as ‘James Ginsburg’ - Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's son in the Focus' Feature Biopic ‘On The Basis of Sex.'  Callum can be seen in popular Netflix movies: ‘Polar’ and ‘The Silence’ as well as the Amazon series ‘The Boys’, CBC's ‘Anne with an E,’ ‘Kim's Convenience’ and PBS’s ‘Odd Squad’. When Callum is not in front of the camera, he is in front of a mic. A successful voiceover artist, Callum has lent his VO talents to numerous animated characters voicing lead roles in Disney Jr/ EOne's ‘Rome’ in ‘PJ Masks,’ ‘Prince Wednesday in ‘Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood,’ and ‘Scooch Pooch’ in ‘Go, Dog, Go’. He can also be heard on episodes of Nickelodeon’s ‘Paw Patrol’, Nick Jr’s ‘Corn & Peg.’ Additionally, he can be heard voicing many characters on Disney Jr’s ‘Pikwik Pack,’ Netflix’s ’Mighty Express,’ PBS Jr’s ‘Elinor Wonders Why’ 9Story Media’s ‘Xavier Riddle’ and ‘Wild Kratts’. Most notably Callum voices ‘Rocky’ in the 2021 Paramount/Nickelodeon feature film ‘Paw Patrol: The Movie’. and returned to reprise his role as ‘Rocky’ in the sequel ‘Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie’ in 2023. Look for Callum in reoccurring in season 1 of Fox 21's miniseries ‘The HOTZONE’ and he can be seen in TV Movies on CBC GEM ‘A Christmas Letter,’ Lifetime’s ‘Toying with the Holidays’ and Hallmark's ‘Noel Next Door.’ Catch will also be seen in the upcoming Sony Pictures' 2024 TV series ‘The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh’ on Amazon Freevee. Follow Callum on Instagram @CALLUMSHONIKER Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E162 Kate Moyer
12-02-2024
S2-E162 Kate Moyer
(2/8/2024) Mike and returning cohost, actress Mia Bella had a great time chatting with actress Kate Moyer. Kate Moyer is a Canadian actress who came to prominence when she was first cast in a supporting lead role in the Elevation Pictures feature film, Our House, playing opposite Thomas Mann, Nicola Peltz, and Percy Hynes White. For her performance in the role Moyer was honored with a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards, one of the top film acting awards in the country. Moyer is best known for her work as "Heather Hobbie" in Holly Hobbie for Hulu, a role that earned her second Canadian Screen Award nomination in 2020. Audiences lauded her heart wrenching performance in the season 3 finale of the award-winning The Handmaid's Tale for Hulu where Moyer played directly opposite Emmy Award winning Elisabeth Moss. Moyer can be seen recurring heavily in Hallmark's spin-off series When Hope Calls, the fan favorite series Station Eleven by acclaimed director Hiro Murai for HBO Max, as well as the anthology series Circuit Breakers for AppleTV+. Other select credits include a supporting lead role opposite Caroline Rhea in the TV movie A Christmas In Tennessee for Lifetime, the indie feature Buffaloed by director Tanya Wexler with Zoey Deutch, the short film Dotage opposite Dani Kind, a supporting role opposite Marisa Tomei and Travis Fimmel in the feature film Delia's Gone, and the lead of the cult classic remake of Stephen King's Children Of The Corn, directed by Kurt Wimmer, released on Shudder in 2023. Kate recently wrapped the Disney+ feature Out Of My Mind by director Amber Sealey, and is in a recurring role on Reacher for Prime Video, part of the popular Jack Reacher franchise. Moyer began performing at the age of three as a dancer with the Theatre Dance Academy in Oshawa, Ontario. She joined their competition team at four years old and focused on Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop. Her competition team has won numerous awards at many dance competitions throughout Ontario. However, she was first bit by the acting bug when working on regional theatre productions. In her downtime, Moyer can be found in a dojang practicing Taekwondo as she is currently a 1st Dan Black Belt or behind the easel painting or sketching. You can follow Kate on Instgram @therealkatemoyer Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E158 Sierra Levesque
13-01-2024
S2-E158 Sierra Levesque
(1-10-2024) Mike and cohost, guitarist Bella Rayne welcome Sierra Levesque to ConversationsRadio Ep.158! This Canadian Rock singer/songwriter, guitarist, pianist, bassist, and drummer is based in Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. Her goal is to help lead the NEW GENERATION of Rock 'N Roll.  Guitar.com calls Sierra “Gen Z’s Most Ambitious New Guitarist” and one of "10 Young Shredders Shaping Rock and Metal Today" Her love for Rock music came from listening at a very young age to many Classic Rock and Heavy Metal bands from the 70s and 80s. Sierra has been described as a combination of the powerful voice of Ann Wilson and the skilled, catchy guitar playing of Nancy Wilson. Her musical influences throughout the years have been Pop, Rock and Metal acts such as Avril Lavigne, Ghost, Heart and Scorpions.  Having won the 2019, 2022, and 2023 MyFM Spirit Award for "Best Local Musician" in Pembroke, Sierra has already gained notoriety from large media outlets, as well as from some powerful figures in the Rock music industry including Nancy Wilson (Heart), Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (Sons Of Apollo, Asia, ex Guns 'N Roses), DJ Ashba (SIXX A.M, ex Guns 'N Roses), Desmond Child (Songwriter for Bon Jovi, Joan Jett, KISS), and Mark Slaughter (Slaughter) to name a few.  Sierra's powerful vocals, hard rocking guitar riffs, and relatable original songs always take every stage by storm! Check our Sierra Levesque her homepage https://sierralevesquemusic.com Follow her on Instagram @sieirralevesquemusic Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E157 Isabella Blaked Thomas
23-12-2023
S2-E157 Isabella Blaked Thomas
Dowler and cohost, actor Darren Lipari (@darrenlipariforreel) are excited to welcome back actress, filmmaker and singer Isabella Blake Thomas to ConversationsRadio for episode 157! From her early beginnings in the UK as ‘Lily Rose’ on CBeebies (BBC) children’s television show  ‘The Green Balloon Club’ actress Isabella Blake-Thomas has worked hard to develop a style which is versatile. The respect she has for the craft motivates her to push the artistic envelope as an actress and filmmaking. Having appeared in film and tv projects both in the UK and the States, Isabella has proved herself as an established actress - having booked roles both on tv and film affording her the opportunity to work with the Best of the Best – including Helena Bonham-Carter, John Voight, Elizabeth Peyton Lee, Tom Hopper, Heather Graham and ConversationsRadio Alum, Mila Brener, Esabella Karena Strickland and Olivia Jellen to name just a few. Isabella is best known for her role as ‘Young Zelena’ in Mike the ABC TV series ‘Once Upon a Time.’ Isabella also stars as 'January' in the Disney+ feature film 'Secret Society of Second-Born Royals' and has also appeared on the Showtime series ‘Shamless.’ Isabella is also known for her love of music, with her debut single released in 2018, her debut EP released in early 2019 and her second EP released September 2019. Isabella's work as both a singer/songwriter and actress are equally on display in her child trafficking awareness short film, UNSEEN, where she stars alongside Rhyon Brown and Yolanda Wood, accompanied by a soundtrack of Isabella's original songs. With the release of Death Link (2021) and Just Swipe (2022) freshly behind her, Isabella is soon to release two singles. Isabella has at least 6 projects already lined up for this year, as a producer and/or actress. Isabella calls Southern California her home. The Daughter of producer, director and writer Elizabeth Blake-Thomas, they have collaborated on numerous projects. Isabella is a writer too! Her children’s book 'When The Zoo Closes' available for purchase on Amazon. She can even fly a Cessna 172. Follow Isabella on Instagram @isabella_b_t Enjoy the Podcast!
S2-E151 Lily Brooks O’Briant & Daire McLeod - ’It’s All About The Music’
04-09-2023
S2-E151 Lily Brooks O’Briant & Daire McLeod - ’It’s All About The Music’
(8/30/2023) 'It's All About The Music' ConversationsRadio featured two standout actresses and singer/songwriters Lily Brooks O'Briant and Daire McLeod. Both have new music and have performed LIVE at venues in Hollywood and across Southern California! Daire McLeod hails from Texas, The daughter of an 80's rock singer father and an elite volleyball player/entrepreneur mother. Living by her mantra, 'Daire to be Different,' multihyphenate breakout star Daire McLeod has manifested her dreams! The talented actress is also a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, piano, and ukulele). Inspired by the likes of Taylor Swift, Amos Lee and Amy Winehouse, Daire will soon be releasing her new single, ‘Hey Honey,’ and will releasing her first album soon! Follow Daire McLeod on Instagram @daire_mcleod Lily Brooks O'Briant returns! She is a frequent guest and cohost on ConversationsRadio Originally from Memphis, TN, Lily calls Southern California her home. She has been performing since she was 4 - getting her feet wet in local theatre productions. Lily Brooks has appeared in numerous films and tv shows. Musically, She's constantly writing and creating new music and performing at venues such as the 'The Troubadour' in West Hollywood. ​Her latest release is 'Too Good to Be True' A collection of 5 original songs. Some of them seem very personal but an amazing collection indeed - available on digital download platforms everywhere. Follow Lily Brooks O’Briant on Instagram @lilybrooksobriant Enjoy the Podcast!