Published by Patrick Labyorteaux
Fun and lively interviews of celebrities and Hollywood insiders hosted by Patrick Labyorteaux
Listen on Apple Podcasts1 hr 33 min
With 130+ credits spanning Freaks & Geeks, Inglourious Basterds, and Wet Hot American Summer, Samm Levine has been everywhere — but it all started with a terrible William Shatner impression and a bar mitzvah gig in New Jersey. Patrick sits down with his "mystery friend" Samm to trace the wildest origin story in Hollywood: kid comic on the North Jersey mitzvah circuit, youngest member ever inducted into the Friars Club, and the guy who landed Freaks & Geeks because Judd Apatow thought his Shatner impression would give Paul Feig a laugh. Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Samm’s Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sammlevine/ What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com With 130+ credits spanning Freaks & Geeks, Inglourious Basterds, and Wet Hot American Summer, Samm Levine has been everywhere — but it all started with a terrible William Shatner impression and a bar mitzvah gig in New Jersey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 7 min
Actor Scott Lawrence joins host Patrick to catch up on a career that somehow spans the Star Wars universe, Avatar, multiple Star Trek films, X-Men, Quantum Leap, and a decade playing Commander Sturgis Turner on JAG — and he's got stories for all of it. We're talking about the moment a freshman acting class changed everything, what it was like sitting next to James Earl Jones at a defendant's table for a week, why Whoopi Goldberg's sitcom had Jean Stapleton and still didn't work, and the $63,000 residual check that came in from a little movie called Avatar (though Scott thought it was going to be more). Plus: the most Hollywood moment of Scott's life involves Suzanne Pleshette shouting across a Beverly Hills restaurant. You'll want to hear it. If you've ever wondered who's been voicing Darth Vader in video games since 1994... you're about to find out. And yes, he does the voice at the end. Your answering machine will never be the same. Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2 hr 1 min
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson — sons of Ricky Nelson, grandsons of Ozzie & Harriet — talk with Patrick about their new book “What Happened to Your Hair?” They cover growing up in the middle of music royalty without knowing it, paying off $4.5 million in debt at 18, how grunge ended their career overnight, the business realities of the music industry, and why they're still out there doing it 35 years later. Gunnar also talks about the fan letter he's kept in his safe for decades that explains everything about why they never quit. Honest, funny, and worth your time. Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Matthew and Gunnar links: https://www.nelsontwins.com/ Their book, “What Happened to Your Hair?” Is available on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=what+happened+to+your+hair+nelson+book&crid=OZC9L9HQIP63&sprefix=what+happened+to+your+hair,aps,560&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_2_26 What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 31 min
You know Enrico from his notable roles in 'Galaxy Quest', 'Just Shoot Me', and 'Hope and Gloria'. I know him as Rico from “Hope and Gloria,” the calmest guy on the craziest show! Rico talks with me about everything from creating Mathesar’s voice in “Galaxy Quest” to working with Steven Spielberg on “A.I.” and playing Kristen Bell’s Dad on “Veronica Mars.” Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Enrico’s Links: Tickets for FAULT April 18th-May 24th, 2026 https://www.chicagoshakes.com/productions/fault/ Instagram: @enricocolantoni_really What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 5 min
You know her as Mary Ellen from “The Waltons.” As a “Prairie” boy, I know her as my mortal enemy from the mountains! Judy talks with Patrick about how she was cast on "The Waltons,” running a theater company for eight years and meeting Tom Cruise! Somebody wake up John-Boy, he’ll want to hear this one! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Judy’s Links: Judy’s webpage: https://judynorton.com What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 21 min
You know him as Willis Drummond from “Diff’rent Strokes,” “Roots,” and “Everybody Hates Chris.” I’ve known him since 1977 when we worked together on “A Circle of Children” and played endless games of cards. Todd talks about everything from “Diff’rent Strokes,”Janet and Michael Jackson, Prince, Henry Fonda, Sammy Davis Jr. to a story with Rick James you won’t believe! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Todd’s Links Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/toddbridges What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 35 min
“One Day At A Time” is only the beginning! Glenn talks with Patrick about working on Broadway with Anne Bancroft and Al Pacino. Being directed by Martin Scorsese and Peter Bogdanovich, and the very special gift he was given by the legendary Audrey Hepburn after playing her son! So many stories with so many stars, you won’t believe it! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Glenn’s links: https://www.facebook.com/glenn.scarpelli https://www.instagram.com/glennscarpelli What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 16 min
You know her as Vicki Stubing on “The Love Boat,” and the sick little girl from “Airplane!” I know her as the actress who has worked with over 1,000 AMAZING guest stars from Ginger Rogers to Lillian Gish! Jill and Patrick talk about the amazing guest stars she worked with on “The Love Boat,” the episode they did together, and becoming a woman in front of the world on TV! (Jill talks more about that than Patrick.) So welcome aboard, we’ve been expecting you! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 16 min
He may have a famous father - but you know Noah as a familiar face on your TV from such shows as My Sister Sam, 21 Jump Street, The Wonder Years, ER, JAG, and The Office, and, of course, the legendary rapper Rhett who performed "Top That" in Teen Witch. I know him as the dude who used to go with me to wait in line at the Hard Rock Cafe when we'd go clubbing. Please welcome my buddy Noah Blake! ⸻ Patrick’s Links https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux ⸻ Noah’s Links Instagram: @ohnoahblake Linktree: https://linktr.ee/NoahBlakeEntertainment?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0991db02-6dbf-4cbb-8e5f-107e59009b3c Book a session: AuditionDoc@gmail.com ⸻ Working Actors School Want to learn what it’s really like to work as an actor? Patrick is the founder of Working Actors School, where actors learn practical, real-world techniques designed to help actors understand the industry—and book professional work. http://WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 43 min
Patrick and Dean discus Dean's experience filming the iconic kiss scene with Melissa Gilbert on Little House on the Prairie. He recalls the excitement and nervousness surrounding the scene and the impact it had on the show. The conversation also touches on Dean's book, "Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond," and his career in show business. Patrick's links are all here: https://www.linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Dean's links: "Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond" book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0806543299/?bestFormat=true&k=prairie%20man%20my%20little%20house%20life%20%26%20beyond%20by%20dean%20butler&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k2_1_19&crid=2QFDAE9LEQAJI&sprefix=dean%20butler%20prairie Dean's Website: https://deanbutler.com/ What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 21 min
You know her as Sarah Carter from Little House on The Prairie, I know her as one of the sweetest people in the world! Please welcome the one, the only Pamela Roylance! ⸻ Patrick’s Links https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux ⸻ Working Actors School Want to learn what it’s really like to work as an actor? Patrick is the founder of Working Actors School, where actors learn practical, real-world techniques designed to help actors understand the industry—and book professional work. http://WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 46 min
You know him as the screenwriter who created Heathers, wrote the screenplays for Batman Returns, Demolition Man, Hudson Hawk, Ford Fairlane, and is one of Hollywood's best script doctors. I know him as the man who created my favorite character, my favorite film, and the number one favorite project I've ever been involved in. Please welcome my buddy Daniel Waters. Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Daniel’s Links: Instagram: @bitkinx17 X.com @troubledwatersx What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 4 min
You may know her as punk babe Spike in "Back to the Future Part II," Officer Chris Kelly on "Pacific Blue," or from her role on the long-running soap opera "One Life to Live." You might also remember her as the face of the iconic "Milk Does a Body Good" campaign. I know her as the sweet girl surrounded by a bunch of disgusting boys in "Ski School." Please welcome the beautiful, the lovely — Darlene Vogel. Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Darlene’s Instagram: @darlenevogel What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 38 min
You may know Tracie as Christy Kennedy from “Little House on the Prairie”, Debbie from “Friday the 13th: Part 3”, or as herself, the 2-time Emmy Award-winning reporter on the trial of the century. I know her as my agent’s daughter and my friend’s hot sister. Please welcome Tracie Savage! We talk about behind-the-scenes stories about her almost being Laura Ingalls, Jason Voorhees and her time covering major events like the OJ Simpson trial and the Heidi Fleiss trial! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Tracie’s Links: https://www.traciesavage.tv/ What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 54 min
You know him from RICK AND MORTY, SNL, ARCHER, ANCHORMAN, and a thousand other credits. I know Chris from THE GROUNDLINGS and think he’s one of the funniest guys around. Chris and I talk about his hiatus from SNL, the origins of LAZY SUNDAY, and what he thinks about the shake-up at RICK AND MORTY! So, if you want to know what sketch almost broke Chris’ legendary straight face, check this show out! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Chris’s Links Instagram: @mrchrisparnell What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 20 min
You know him as Leonardo and Rocksteady from the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”, Simba from “Timon and Pumba”, he’s played Snoopy and over 400 other titles. Not to mention he has been in your living room since the 1960s as a member of The King Family! Cam talks to Patrick about his career, the new book he’s written about his famous family, and of course what it’s like being a Ninja Turtle! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Cam’s Links Cam’s website: https://camclarke.com/ Now They’re All Here - The King Family Book: https://a.co/d/0beDT0F7 What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 34 min
You know Mandy as an actress from “Cheers”, “The Tortellis”, “Dirty Dancing”, and “Teen Witch”. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling books, “Yogalosophy: 28 Days to the Ultimate Mind-Body Makeover” and “Yogalosophy for Inner Strength: 12 Weeks to Heal Your Heart and Embrace Joy.” Mandy talks with Patrick about being a child actor, working on Broadway, her friendship with Jennifer Aniston, and so much more - including the “Top That!” sequence from “Teen Witch.” Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Mandy’s Links Mandy’s Website: https://mandyingber.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/mandyingber Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mandy-Ingbers-YOGALOSOPHY/103501806359672?ref=mf X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/msmandyingber What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 12 min
You know Donna Mills as Abby Cunningham from “Knots Landing” and films like “Play Misty for Me” and “NOPE”. With countless television guest-star roles, you can call her a legend - just don’t call her Cookie! Donna talks with Patrick about her career, shooting on the Wizard of Oz stage, and, of all things, having a vineyard in her backyard! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Donna’s Links Donna’s Website: www.DonnaMills.com Instagram: @TheDonnaMills Podcast on YouTube: @WereKnotDoneYetPodcast Donna’s Vineyard: MandevilleVineyards.com @MandevilleVineyards What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 27 min
You know him from JAG as Lieutenant Commander Harmon Rabb Jr. I know him as the person I’ve worked with more than anyone else on this planet. David stops by, and we talk about everything - where David came from, why he’s an actor, and who “The Assassinators” are! He’s funny, a great actor, very good-looking, and really tall - yet, he was able to overcome all this and become a big success! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux David’s Instagram: @djameselliott What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
1 hr 41 min
You know Randy as by the book Gunnery Sergeant Victor Galindez from JAG. But there is so much more - Acapulco H.E.A.T., Love Boat: The Next Wave and First Monday! Randy and Patrick talk about acting, JAG, Randy’s documentaries, and of course, Joan Severance! Patrick's links are all here: https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux Randy’s Links: IG https://www.instagram.com/randyvasquez3/ Documentary Film links: Badger Creek badgercreek.org The Thick Dark Fog newday.com/films/the-thick-dark-fog Testimony: The Maria Guardado Story www.youtube.com/watch?v=BzaEIpARXu0 What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want! Check out the site for more info and upcoming classes: http://www.WorkingActorsSchool.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.