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Go Backstage with Gentry Thomas as he interviews interesting people from celebrity musicians, athletes, and even movie stars.

STEP BEHIND THE SCENES ON THE BACKSTAGE PODCAST -

HOSTED BY GENTRY THOMAS.

WHERE MUSIC LEGENDS, SPORTS ICONS AND MOVIE STARS GET REAL ABOUT THEIR FAILURES, HARD WORK AND RISE TO THE TOP.

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In this nostalgic and fun-filled episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, actor and legendary voice performer John Ratzenberger joins Gentry to talk about his return to the world of Pixar in Toy Story 5. The new film brings the beloved toys back... more

In this heartfelt and powerful episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, country music icon Wynonna Judd joins Gentry to talk about her Raised on Radio Tour with Melissa Etheridge. The tour brings together two legendary voices for a night built a... more

In this soulful and inspiring episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, Grammy-winning rock icon Melissa Etheridge joins Gentry to talk about her Raised on Radio Tour with Wynonna Judd. The tour brings together two powerhouse voices for a night o... more

In this hilarious and easygoing episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, comedian Jim Gaffigan joins Gentry to talk about his new stand-up run, The Everything Is Wonderful Tour. Known for his clean, sharp, and brutally relatable comedy, Jim shar... more

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Recent Guests

John Ratzenberger
Actor and voice actor known for Cliff Clavin, Hamm, and Pixar roles
Actor, Pixar voice artist
Episode: John Ratzenberger: From Cliff Clavin to Hamm — 30 Years Inside Toy Story
Wynonna Judd
Country music icon, 5-time Grammy winner
Episode: Wynonna Judd: From the Good Old Days to The Hard Truth
Melissa Etheridge
Musician and singer-songwriter
Artist
Episode: Melissa Etheridge: The Fire, The Guitar, and The Rise
Jim Gaffigan
Comedian and actor known for stand-up specials and family-friendly humor
Episode: Jim Gaffigan Talks Letterman, Football, Bourbon, and The Everything Is Wonderful Tour
Dolph Lundgren
Iconic action star, martial artist, and entrepreneur; star of History's Greatest Machines
Episode: Dolph Lundgren: From Ivan Drago to History’s Greatest Machines
Nate Bargatze
Comedian and actor
Episode: Nate Bargatze on The Breadwinner, SNL Secrets & Becoming America’s Funniest Dad
Maria Menounos
Celebrity host and designer; star of Designed to Last and Heal Squad podcast
Episode: Maria Menounos: Designed to Last and Learning to Listen
Bob Odenkirk
Actor and writer known for Mr. Show, Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, and the film Normal
Episode: Bob Odenkirk on Saul Goodman, Chris Farley and his new movie "Normal"
Cedric the Entertainer
Actor and comedian known for TV, film, Broadway and voice work
Episode: Cedric the Entertainer on What Entertains the Entertainer

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Gentry Thomas
Host of Backstage With Gentry Thomas

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Nice Podcast

    Very Nice Podcast😍😍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert6556
    United States2 years ago
  • Good podcast

    Good podcast ❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robart48
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Very Good

    It is very Good Podcast 💗💞

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jhon 4312
    United States2 years ago
  • OMG! I love this podcast.

    It’s really a backstage peek into the lives of these celebrities. Good work by the host. Subscribed and binging past episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lakerna34
    United States2 years ago
  • Great variety of guests

    I love the range of guests on the podcast. Gentry's interviews are always insightful and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Deirdre Mosley
    United States2 years ago

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Dolph Lundgren: From Ivan Drago to History’s Greatest Machines
Q: How did you manage health challenges while maintaining your career and training?
He explains that early sports discipline, smart genetics, and consistent training helped him endure, and that overcoming kidney cancer required daily commitment to fitness, sleep, and nutrition to stay in top shape for demanding roles.
Dolph Lundgren: From Ivan Drago to History’s Greatest Machines
Q: What memories stand out from Rocky IV for you, especially the live performance scene with James Brown?
Dolph recalls the surreal experience of performing in a megawatt stage moment, the live energy of James Brown, and how the spectacle defined 80s cinema, while emphasizing the authenticity of the fight scenes and the no-stunt-doubles approach of the production.
Melissa Etheridge: The Fire, The Guitar, and The Rise
Q: What do you like to do on tour, and how does Wynonna Judd influence your experience?
She shares that touring with Wynonna offers a supportive, healing dynamic; they connect over shared experiences as women in music and look forward to supporting each other on stage during their Raised on the Radio Tour.
Melissa Etheridge: The Fire, The Guitar, and The Rise
Q: What was that time like and did you feel risk at that time?
She describes the era as dangerous yet necessary, expressing that coming out could have jeopardized her career, but the reward of living authentically and continuing to connect with fans outweighed the risk.
Jim Gaffigan Talks Letterman, Football, Bourbon, and The Everything Is Wonderful Tour
Q: What makes your garden grow and how does that relate to your work on stage?
Gaffigan describes gardening as a simple, practical hobby that mirrors stand-up: you plant seeds, some successes come quickly, others take time; the daily work, trial and error, and patience translate to crafting new material on tour and finding moments that resonate with audiences.

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1. John Ratzenberger
2. Wynonna Judd
3. Melissa Etheridge
4. Jim Gaffigan
5. Dolph Lundgren
6. Nate Bargatze
7. Maria Menounos
8. Bob Odenkirk

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