
Two actors, E-Kan Soong and Rían Sheehy Kelly talk acting and Hollywood in a way people understand. Dive into the most interesting headlines you need to know from the ever changing Hollywood industry as they share hilarious stories and insights from on set and off, and find joy along the ride. Frank, informative, and entertaining conversations for those in and out of the industry. All the world’s ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 85 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsPerforming Arts | |||

Actor, producer, and SAG-AFTRA LA Local Board Member and AI regulations and Technology guru Heather Ashley Boyer joins E-Kan and Rían this week on the show.
Heather shares the pivotal moment during the Actor strike in 2023 and how that had led her ... more
E-Kan and Rían are just two working actors cutting through the noise of Hollywood — the real stories, the practical wisdom, and the occasional chaos of life on set. This week we're talking about the Grey's Anatomy Texas spin-off landing in LA — good ... more
Apologies for the delay this week, but this was a monstrous episode and worth the wait. The SAG-AFTRA deal is officially approved by the board and the 18 page summary got dropped. The vote is up in a few weeks - Actors, this is what you need to know... more
The SAG-AFTRA deal is heading to a member vote — and before you cast yours, you need to hear this episode.
We recorded this before the SAG-AFTRA National Board approved the tentative agreement, which makes everything we break down here an essential ... more
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Love hearing these guys’ take on Hollywood and the actors’ experience. I look forward to it every week! A nice departure from your try picks actor podcast.
I knew E-Kan back in the day. Funny dude. And Rian’s voice is golden. I get a little ASMR going when he speaks. Plus, I’m a sprockethead, man. I want details on the health of the movie industry from dudes that are doing it. Good stuff! Long live flicks!
I just stumbled upon this podcast through some random search and it’s now one of my all-time favorites! This is one of the very rare acting podcasts where the hosts talk like real people. E-Kan and Rian are clearly extremely dedicated to their craft and the industry. They bring real insight, depth and humor discussing their lives not only as actors but as people navigating this crazy but wonderful business but without the annoying theatricality of some podcast hosts. One of the things I enjoy mo... more
Don’t be fooled by the actor’s guide of it all, the discussions E-Kan & Rían have cover so much more than just the actor’s journey. They are funny, timely and compliment one another in the best way as hosts. One thing this entertainment industry pod has over others is getting to hear perspectives from both Los Angeles (U.S.) and Ireland (Europe) and how where E-Kan & Rían’s viewpoints and journey’s differ because of where they are located. Super interesting.
Also… CONGRATS on getting episode 2... more
I can’t get enough of these guys! This podcast is incredibly informative and really entertaining. I love starting off the week with this podcast. Keep them coming!
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