Inside of You with Michael Rosenbaum

Tom Wilson (Back to the Future, SpongeBob SquarePants) joins us for a deeply reflective, funny, and unexpectedly moving conversation about legacy, identity, and the long shadow of iconic roles. Tom opens up about the weight of Back to the Future, how fame can both elevate and trap an artist, and why learning to respect his own craft mattered more than applause. He shares vivid stories from the early stand up comedy scene alongside Seinfeld, Leno, and Reiser, his experiences working with Crispin Glover and Michael J Fox, and the personal philosophy that helped him build a grounded life beyond Hollywood expectations. Thank you to our sponsors: x __________________________________________________ 💖 Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou⁠⁠ 👕 Inside Of You Merch: ⁠⁠https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/⁠⁠ __________________________________________________ Watch or listen to more episodes! 📺 ⁠⁠https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show⁠⁠ __________________________________________________ Follow us online! 📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/⁠⁠ 🤣 TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast⁠⁠ 📘 Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/⁠⁠ 🐦 Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod⁠⁠ 🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hunter Doohan (Wednesday, Your Honor) joins us this week for a grounded and revealing conversation about the long road before his breakout, the pressure of joining a Tim Burton series, and the unexpected reality of becoming part of a global phenomenon. Hunter opens up about growing up closeted in Arkansas, losing his father to ALS, and the way grief shaped his early adulthood. He also shares stories from the set of Wednesday, learning from Bryan Cranston, surviving horror shoots like Evil Dead, and discovering confidence after years of doubt. A thoughtful look at talent, timing, and resilience. Thank you to our sponsors: 🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/inside/ ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/inside and get on your way to being your best self __________________________________________________ 💖 Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou⁠ 👕 Inside Of You Merch: ⁠https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/⁠ __________________________________________________ Watch or listen to more episodes! 📺 ⁠https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show⁠ __________________________________________________ Follow us online! 📸 Instagram: ⁠https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/⁠ 🤣 TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast⁠ 📘 Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/⁠ 🐦 Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod⁠ 🌐 Website: ⁠https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Erica Durance (Smallville, Saving Hope) joins us for an open and reflective conversation about life after Smallville and the internal shifts that came with stepping away from constant momentum. She talks about burnout, aging, and learning how to listen to her body instead of pushing through everything. Erica also opens up about redefining success, letting go of hustle culture, and finding peace in slowing down. Thank you to our sponsors: ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/inside and get on your way to being your best self __________________________________________________ 💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou 👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/ __________________________________________________ Watch or listen to more episodes! 📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show __________________________________________________ Follow us online! 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod 🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

William H. Macy, a celebrated actor known for his roles in Fargo and Shameless, shares his journey through film and theater. He recounts the persistence it took to land the role of Jerry Lundegaard, the lasting influence of his mentor David Mamet, and the joy of performing live. Macy opens up about his childhood experiences, including humorous family stories, and discusses how founding Woody Creek Distillers keeps him grounded. With insights on handling nerves and self-doubt, this conversation offers a glimpse into the life of a dedicated artist.

Ron Perlman, beloved for his roles in Hellboy and Sons of Anarchy, talks openly about his unapologetic approach to Hollywood. He shares a hilarious anecdote about confronting Harvey Weinstein in a provocative way. Ron discusses his admiration for artistic legends like Bob Dylan and Marlon Brando, emphasizing the importance of creative authenticity. He reveals how therapy and age have liberated him from caring about others’ opinions, making acting more fulfilling than ever. Plus, he teases the launch of Asylum Studios to empower artists in filmmaking.

Jared Harris, known for his roles in Mad Men and Chernobyl, opens up about his tumultuous childhood with father Richard Harris and how it shaped his artistic journey. He shares stories of being written off from Mad Men, the challenges of auditioning, and the significance of embracing failure. With humor and insight, Jared talks about preparing for complex roles, including his transformation into Gorbachev, and how using comedy helps ease on-set tension. His candid anecdotes reveal the chaos, love, and lessons that have influenced his celebrated career.

Brian Austin Green, best known for his role on Beverly Hills 90210, chats about navigating early fame and its pressures. He reflects on the wild ride of his teen idol years, the importance of therapy, and setting boundaries in adulthood. Brian shares heartfelt insights on co-parenting with Megan Fox, the profound loss of friends like Luke Perry, and how these experiences shaped his journey. He emphasizes the value of nurturing deep relationships over superficial connections, and his personal growth as he embraces life in his fifties.

Allison Mack, known for her role in Smallville, shares a deeply personal journey from fame to her involvement with NXIVM. She reflects on the process of taking accountability and the challenges she faced during her prison experience. Allison discusses the manipulative dynamics of cults, warning listeners about the red flags in self-help groups. Now working in prison reform and teaching arts, she emphasizes the importance of rehabilitation and the possibility of meaningful change in one’s life.

Sebastian Maniscalco (The Irishman, About My Father) joins us this week for an unfiltered conversation about chasing approval, the grind of stand-up, and learning to slow down. Sebastian opens up about growing up with immigrant parents, bombing in his early sets, and the nerves of auditioning for Scorsese before eventually working with Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci. He also reflects on family life, parenting, the pressure of social media, and why he dreams of one day running a boutique hotel. Thank you to our sponsors: 🚀 Rocket Money: ⁠https://rocketmoney.com/inside⁠ 🛍️ Shopify: ⁠https://shopify.com/inside⁠ ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at ⁠https://betterhelp.com/inside⁠ and get on your way to being your best self __________________________________________________ 💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou 👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/ __________________________________________________ Watch or listen to more episodes! 📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show __________________________________________________ Follow us online! 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod 🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kristen Schaal (Last Man on Earth, Bob’s Burgers) joins us this week to share her unfiltered journey through the highs and lows of Hollywood. From crashing on couches in New York and making comedy for no money, to finding her voice on South Park and building family on Bob’s Burgers, Kristen’s story is one of persistence and originality. Along the way, she talks about the realities of rejection, the vulnerability of miscarriage, and why she embraces the label of being “too weird” for mainstream comedy. Thank you to our sponsors: 🚀 Rocket Money: https://rocketmoney.com/inside 🛍️ Shopify: https://shopify.com/inside ❤️ This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/inside and get on your way to being your best self __________________________________________________ 💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insideofyou 👕 Inside Of You Merch: https://store.insideofyoupodcast.com/ __________________________________________________ Watch or listen to more episodes! 📺 https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/show __________________________________________________ Follow us online! 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🤣 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@insideofyou_podcast 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/insideofyoupodcast/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/insideofyoupod 🌐 Website: https://www.insideofyoupodcast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices