Brent sits down with comedian Jeremy Briggs, from projects like Bizaardvark! They discuss: working with Terry Crews, growing up in Reno, standup comedy as a team concept, short and long form improv, the horror film genre, Cheese Whiz in your pants, what is a tractor pull, a roller boogie club sighting, and their Brentfast at The Great White Hut. Vi…

Brent sits down with actor Debbie Fan from the film Joy Ride and shows like American Born Chinese and Tiny Beautiful Things! They discuss: The hilarious film Joy Ride, growing up Asian in the U.S., the importance of representation on TV, goals when running a 5K race, working with Kathryn Hahn, drinks named after celebrities, eating ube snacks, and …

It's the Brentfast Christmas special, with actor and comedian Tommy Bechtold, from the New Rockstars YouTube show, The Breakroom, and Hunters. ! They discuss: When does the Christmas season start, the joy of Hallmark and Lifetime holiday movies, Murder She Wrote, nerdy Christmas trees, our favorite seasonal movies and customs, and how many times ca…

Brent chats once again with actor and comedian Tommy Bechtold, from the New Rockstars YouTube show, The Breakroom, and Hunters. They discuss: The hot chicken craze, the best food corner in Burbank, the legacy of Tiger King, Werewolf by Night, what actors can do to stay positive during down times, and their Brentfast meal from Bangin' Buns! Visit th…

PART 2 of Brent sitting down once again with actor and comedian Mary Kennedy, known for her work on shows like Shameless and Chippendales! They discuss: Doing voiceover audtions up against huge names, how to go in for an audition when the previous actor totally killed, the difference between teaching acting to kids and adults, and their Brentfast m…

Brent sits down again with actor and comedian Mary Kennedy, known for her work on shows like Shameless and Chippendales! They discuss: Doing standup comedy on a bus, the continuing repercussions from the Chris Rock slap a year later, how comedians have adapted, having fans from unexpected places, and theories on why pizza tastes different when made…

PART 2 with Brent sitting down again with actor Christopher Chen, known for his work on shows like Young Rock and American Auto! They discuss: Their first co-stars and guest stars, working on soap operas, their indulgent Brentfast at HomeState, what is achiote (and how do you say it?), and movie/film recommendations! Visit the Brentfast store: Bren…

Brent sits down again with actor Christopher Chen, known for his work on shows like Young Rock and American Auto! They discuss: Working with The Rock, Randall Park impressions, what it's like messing up your lines in front of big stars, pro tips on getting more screen time as an actor, salting the blade and twisting the knife in scenes, Christopher…

More with Brent and composer/music director, Dan Wessels, best known for his work on Sauce Boys, and playing at Upright Citizen's Brigade and Second City Los Angeles! They discuss: their favorite rock operas, and some delightful foolishness involving Brent's unofficial rapper name. Visit the new Brentfast store: BrentfastStore.com For all the Brent…

Brent sits down with composer and music director, Dan Wessels, best known for his work on Sauce Boys, and playing at Upright Citizen's Brigade and Second City Los Angeles! They discuss: scoring music for films, being huge Meat Loaf fans, Cop Rock, cursed trees, not being allowed to quit piano lessons, what is tempeh?, and their Brentfast meal at Su…

This week, more with actor Preston Hillier! Brent and Preston discuss Preston's appearance on new Hulu show Candy, including: Preston's tight ass shorts, the true story of Candy Montgomery, and does Preston have volleyball skills? For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope…

Brent sits down with actor Preston James Hillier, known best for his work on shows like Candy, Queen of the South, Nashville, Scandal, and General Hospital! They discuss: Is Bill Murray a fan of Brentfast, working on upcoming episodes of The Walking Dead, working actors mentoring up and coming actors, TV acting all over the country, the Zaddy life,…

Brent sits down with actor Michelle Nakamoto, best known for her work on 9- 1- 1: Lone Star, Chicago Fire, and her podcast, Error 404: Birthday Not Found. They discuss: why Rob Lowe doesn’t age, a wild haystack collision TV scene, why Michelle doesn’t know her birthday, and their Brentfast from COFAX Coffee! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet…

More with our host Brent Pope in the hot seat, with special guest host Ray Stakenas! They discuss the importance of social media for actors, why Brent loves tugboats, and Meerkat Manor! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the Brentfast pics on Brent's F…

It's the season 4 premiere, and we finally get our host, actor Brent Pope, in the hot seat! He and guest host Ray Stakenas discuss: crazy stories from Brent's time in the Navy, what it's like being the new guy on an established TV show, and did Brent become friends with John Goodman? Plus, their meal from Bread & Breakfast, next to the legendary Ci…

More with TV writer Zora Bikangaga! Brent and Zora talk about the popularity and history of a Los Angeles staple: avocado toast. They also discuss Zora’s appearance way back in Brentfast #2, at the now defunct Steampunk Cafe, and the importance of coffeeshops where writers can feel creative. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Bre…

It’s the Brentfast season 3 finale, and it’s the return of writer, actor, comedian, Zora Bikangaga, known for his work on shows like I Love That For You, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist, The First Lady, and Drunk History! They discuss: The Brentfast Mount Rushmore, are Brent & Zora woo woo?, working on season 2 of Ghosts, trending on Black Twitter, a…

More with talent manager and producer Jess Canty! Brent and Jess play the new game called Just Jess, where Jess Canty answers trivia questions about Jess Canty or Jess from the show New Girl; it's adorkable! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the Brent…

Brent sits down with talent manager and producer, Jess Canty! A must listen for actors! They discuss: when it’s the right time to get a manager, what you need to have ready before reaching out to a manager, what roles a manager can play in your career, the biggest mistakes that actors are making, and their beignet Brentfast from The Rising Sun. For…

More with film and TV producer, Bay Dariz! Brent and Bay talk about their experiences working on commercials, meeting interesting people on set, weird experiences both while auditioning for and shooting commercials, and the various ways that commercial projects differ from TV and film. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast…

Brent sits down with film and TV producer Bay Dariz, known for his work on projects like Welcome to Happiness, Ali & Cavett: The Tale of the Tapes, and the soon to be released Hypochondriac. They discuss: how producing a movie can be similar to managing a rock band, when you lose a lead actor while producing a movie, growing up in Milwaukee, and th…

More with Drunk History's Bennie Arthur. Brent and Bennie talk about being known as the mayor of a certain city from a certain TV show... you'll just have to listen to find out! Also, what's your strategy when someone out in the world says you look like someone, and that someone is actually you? And then they don't believe you? All this and more! F…

Brent sits down with actor/comedian Bennie Arthur, from shows like Drunk History, Pickle and Peanut, and The Offer. They discuss: Bennie appearing in every episode of Drunk History, what it’s like to lip synch while playing a historical figure, growing up in a one stoplight town, the new game “Eggs Benny or Bennie Arthur?”, who’s the better M*A*S*H…

More with host Brent Pope and comedian and CEO Phil Ranta. We discuss the hilarity of Tim Robinson and his Netflix Show, I Think You Should Leave, as well as how Tim and Phil knew each other years ago, doing comedy in Detroit. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, an…

Brent sits down with CEO and comedian, Phil Ranta! They discuss: why uninvited people coming on stage is bad for comedy, the lowdown on NFTs, the legacy of MTV’s The State, Phil’s show Own Every Word, their Brentfast meal from Mel’s Drive-In, and does Brent love John Denver? For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follo…

More with casting director, writer, and teacher Michael Testa! Brent and Michael discuss the genius of filmmaker Stanley Kubrick and his masterpiece, The Shining. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the Brentfast pics on Brent's Facebook actor page. Fol…

Brent sits down with casting director, writer, and teacher Michael Testa, from projects like Roswell, Cold Case, and Make It or Break It! They talk about being a casting director, audition tips for actors, working as a screenwriter, casting Christmas themed movies, and their Brentfast from Coffee for Breakfast! For all the Brentfast episodes and sw…

More with actor Tom Michelsen, best known for his roles on Jane the Virgin, How to Get Away with Murder, Pam & Tommy, and Room 104. Brent and Tom talk about how Tom is navigating the acting world as a new father! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the …

Brent sits down with actor Tom Michelsen, best known for his roles on Jane the Virgin, How to Get Away with Murder, Pam & Tommy, and Room 104! They discuss using Brentfast as a soothing tool for pets, Tom’s time in Palau and Hawaii, booking your first TV show, the importance of paying it forward with other actors, working with Seth Rogen, why SPAM …

More with actor/writer/director Rebekka Johnson! They discuss her experience starring in the classic prank show, MTV's Boiling Points! Rebekka shares what it was like when people got upset, how it prepared her for other acting roles, and the mega-celebrity that Rebekka pranked. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Fo…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Brent talks with actor/writer/director Rebekka Johnson, best known for her role as Dawn Rivecca, one of the Beatdown Biddies, on GLOW, and for her work on MTV's Boiling Points! They discuss getting a film into South by Southwest, auditioning as a team for GLOW, wrestling as a w…

More with actor/writer John Druska! They talk about their favorite menu items from some staple Los Angeles burger joints, including Carl's Jr., Fatburger, and Original Tommy's! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the Brentfast pics on Brent's Facebook a…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Brent sits down with actor/writer John Druska, best known for his work on shows like Call Me Kat, All American, and Roadies. They discuss the experience of auditioning for Saturday Night Live in front of Lorne Michaels, how John approached playing a shady character on All Ameri…

More with Britney Young from GLOW and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend! They talk about growing up in Japan and Alaska, where Britney got her love of movies and show business, and did Brent ever quit a play? For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and see all the Brentfast pics on …

Brent sits down with the delightful Britney Young, known best for playing Carmen/Machu Pichu on GLOW, as well as recurring roles on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend and Those Who Can’t! They talk about the experience of acting and wrestling on GLOW, Ringo Starr impressions, appreciating the crew on set, getting engaged in Ireland, interesting flavors of cider, …

More with Hollywood hair stylist, Scott Riffe! Brent and Scott discuss when conversations with clients in the chair get spicy, high maintenance clients, the differences in cutting the many different types of hair, and does Scott prefer to work on a fauxhawk or a man bun? For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Br…

Brent talks with hairstylist extraordinaire, Scott Riffe! They talk about the wild world of doing high end haircuts in Los Angeles, working on the hair of some big Hollywood names, how Scott re-invented himself and changed his life trajectory with a haircut, and our very French Brentfast meal from Café Laurent in Culver City! For all the Brentfast …

More with Carl Tart, star of NBC’s Grand Crew! Brent and Carl dive deep into their favorite types of wines and hot sauces. And for the for the first time on Brentfast, unedited behind the scenes footage, do not miss this one! For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go to Brentfast.com. Follow Brent on Instagram and Twitter, @scoopspope, and…

It’s the return of Carl Tart, who stars as Sherm on the NBC comedy, Grand Crew! They chop it up about seeing Carl's face on billboards and buses, hanging out in wine bars, taking pics with fans, Carl is given the naked baby fantasy football trophy, and they rate the chicken and waffles from Hungry Fox in North Hollywood! For all the Brentfast episo…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! More with actor Johnny Rey Diaz, known best for his work on shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Bosch, Queen of the South, and CSI: Vegas. They discuss his recurring role on Queen of the South, getting a bunch of fake tattoos for a show, funny interactions with people who thought they w…

Brent chats with actor Johnny Rey Diaz, known best for his work on shows like Grey’s Anatomy, Bosch, Queen of the South, and CSI: Vegas. They discuss the challenge of playing an anti-hero, working on Pam & Tommy, acting on a long running hospital drama, when it’s okay to improvise on set, our favorite directors, and their Brentfast from the popular…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! More with actor Jhemma Ziegler! They talk about Jhemma booking a role on Westworld, and how to deal with not being able to talk about a project you have worked on for a year or longer. They delve into how auditioning successes and disappointments can be a lot like going on firs…

Brent sits down with the multi-talented Jhemma Ziegler, best known for appearances on Doom Patrol, Bones, NCIS: New Orleans, and Ugly Betty! They talk about being in hair and makeup for hours and hours on Doom Patrol, growing up in Miami, being fluent in Spanish, Jhemma’s process when producing and performing music, and their Brentfast from Zinc Ca…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! More with Brent and actor Tommar Wilson! They talk about the delight and sheer insanity of the long day required to perform on The Tony Awards, an early version of Rock of Ages, and the influence of the late Stephen Sondheim. For all the Brentfast episodes and sweet merch, go t…

Brent chops it up with Broadway veteran Tommar Wilson, from several productions of Hamilton, the original Broadway cast of Book of Mormon, and projects like Frozen, Law & Order and Boardwalk Empire! They discuss the challenges of playing different characters in Hamilton, being recognized from Book of Mormon in strange ways, sharing a dressing room …

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! More with Brent and actor Cassidi Parker from Dear White People, Better Things, and Sauce Boys! They discuss the benefits of having a great manager, fun stories about unexpected things your manager might do for you, and the differences between an agent and a manager! For all th…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Brent sits down with actor Cassidi Parker, best known for her roles on Dear White People, Better Things, and Sauce Boys! We discuss all things Margaritas, the fun of playing a villain, hanging at video village, Tajin seasoning, Negronis, Dirty Martinis, Chelsea Handler, and the…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Part 2 with down with acclaimed director, cinematographer, screenwriter Steven Bernstein. They talk nice actors like Aaron Paul, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Charlize Theron, how Terry Crewes made us stop and take notice, creating art by violating rules instead of following them, em…

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Brent sits down with director, cinematographer, screenwriter Steven Bernstein, from projects like Monster, Like Water for Chocolate, White Chicks, Half Baked, and Scary Movie 2. They discuss: undertaking projects that both frighten and make you feel uncomfortable, working with …

Welcome to Brentfast with Brent Pope, where Hollywood meets great food! Brent talks more with actor and comedian Matthew Harris, from shows like Brooklyn 99, Jane the Virgin, and Adam Ruins Everything. They discuss their major comedy influences, favorite sketch shows, and movies that make them laugh the most. For all the Brentfast episodes and swee…