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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 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

In this powerful and fascinating episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, actor, filmmaker, martial artist, and action icon Dolph Lundgren joins Gentry to talk about his new HISTORY Channel series, History’s Greatest Machines with Dolph Lundgren... more

In this hilarious and heartfelt episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, comedian Nate Bargatze joins Gentry to talk about his new family comedy movie, The Breadwinner. The film stars Nate as a salesman and father who suddenly has to hold down t... more

In this inspiring and high-energy episode of Backstage Pass with Gentry Thomas, Maria Menounos joins Gentry to talk about her new Hulu series, Designed to Last. The show brings together teams of architects, engineers, and inventors as they compete in... more

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Recent Guests

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
Wes Scantlin
Front man of Puddle of Mudd, multi-platinum artist
Puddle of Mudd
Episode: Wes Scantlin Unfiltered: Music, Life, and the Road Back
Andrew McCarthy
Actor and author
Author of Who Needs Friends
Episode: Andrew McCarthy: The Brat Pack, Weekend at Bernie’s, and the Truth About Friendship
Marlon Wayans
Actor, comedian, part of the Wayans family known for Scary Movie franchise and Living Color
Self / Wayans family
Episode: Marlon Wayans Talks Scary Movie 6, Family Comedy Royalty & Crossing Every Line
Alfonso Ribeiro
Actor, host of AFV, performer known for The Fresh Prince
America's Funniest Home Videos
Episode: Alfonso Ribeiro: The Show Must Go On — From Fresh Prince to AFV and Life After Loss
Rob Lowe
A buddy of Bert, known for guest appearances and acting career.
Actor
Episode: Bert Kreischer: No Shirt, No Filter, No Regrets
Marlo Thomas
A four-time Emmy winner and a champion for children, she is known for her work with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Episode: Marlo Thomas: Inside the Miracles of St. Jude

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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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Bob Odenkirk on Saul Goodman, Chris Farley and his new movie "Normal"
Q: Is writing a sketch like writing a song, and what's the process you use?
We talked about the similarities in structure, the tight time constraints, and how you set up a concept, then twist it inside out to land a payoff, much like arranging a song's hooks within a compact form.
Maria Menounos: Designed to Last and Learning to Listen
Q: What role does preparation play in your ability to connect with guests across different domains?
Maria notes that while agendas matter in shorter interviews, genuine curiosity and listening are key to uncovering resonant stories across celebrities, politicians, and everyday people.
Maria Menounos: Designed to Last and Learning to Listen
Q: How has your health journey shaped your work and your message to others?
Her healing journey underlines the importance of listening to the body, being proactive with health, and using her platforms to educate and support others through Heal Squad and the designs on her Hulu show.
Maria Menounos: Designed to Last and Learning to Listen
Q: What makes you so successful as an interviewer given your range of experiences from red carpets to presidents?
Maria emphasizes loving conversations, listening deeply, and prioritizing the human stories over agendas, which builds trust and depth in interviews.
Wes Scantlin Unfiltered: Music, Life, and the Road Back
Q: How did you first learn guitar and how did that learning process influence your songwriting on tracks like Blurry?
Wes explains being pushed to write his own songs when traditional lessons weren't panning out, which led to a more authentic, lyrically-driven approach that culminated in Blurry.

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1. Maria Menounos
2. Bob Odenkirk
3. Cedric the Entertainer
4. Wes Scantlin
5. Andrew McCarthy
6. Marlon Wayans
7. Alfonso Ribeiro
8. Rob Lowe

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