Episodes

  • S2 EP 6: Kate Linder’s Remarkable Journey: From Young and the Restless to Philanthropy and Flight Attendant

    S2 EP 6: Kate Linder’s Remarkable Journey: From Young and the Restless to Philanthropy and Flight Attendant
    Nov 14 2024
    In Episode Six of The Discovery Pod with Eve, hosts Eve Richards and Mandy Fason sit down with the legendary actress Kate Linder, who has portrayed Esther Valentine on The Young and the Restless for over 40 years. In this inspiring episode, Kate shares her incredible journey of balancing a successful acting career with her long-standing role as a flight attendant for United Airlines. Her story also highlights her philanthropic efforts, including a benefit event to honor her mother and support the ALS Network.

    Kate’s remarkable journey serves as a powerful example of resilience, passion, and dedication. This episode will inspire anyone pursuing their dreams, reminding listeners that it’s possible to succeed in multiple careers and make a positive impact on the world, regardless of the challenges or opinions of others.
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    Less than 1 minute
  • S2 EP 5: Carol Connors on Elvis, Rocky & Me – Love, Legacy, and Untold Stories

    S2 EP 5: Carol Connors on Elvis, Rocky & Me – Love, Legacy, and Untold Stories
    Nov 7 2024
    On Episode Five of The Discovery Pod with Eve, hosts Eve Richards and Tess Broussard have a captivating conversation with legendary songwriter Carol Connors. Carol opens up about her iconic career, from dating Elvis Presley to creating the unforgettable Rocky theme, “Gonna Fly Now.” She also shares insights from her book and upcoming docufilm, Elvis, Rocky, and Me, diving into her extraordinary journey and the secrets to staying relevant in the industry for decades. This inspiring episode is packed with music, legacy, and life lessons you won’t want to miss!
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    46 mins
  • S2 EP 4: Exploring Fashion and Law with Stanford Professor Richard Thompson Ford

    S2 EP 4: Exploring Fashion and Law with Stanford Professor Richard Thompson Ford
    Oct 31 2024
    In Episode 4 of The Discovery Pod with Eve, hosts Eve Richards and Tony Blass have a thought-provoking conversation with Stanford Law Professor and bestselling author Richard Thompson Ford. Exploring insights from his book, Dress Codes: How the Laws of Fashion Made History, Professor Ford discusses how fashion influences law, culture, and personal identity. Discover how clothing choices shape societal norms and empower individuality in this inspiring episode with one of today’s foremost legal scholars.
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    42 mins
  • S2 EP 3: David A.R. White on His Film In God We Trust External

    S2 EP 3: David A.R. White on His Film In God We Trust External
    Oct 24 2024
    In Episode 3 of The Discovery Pod With Eve, hosts Tony Blass and Eve Richards sit down with prolific actor, producer, director, and writer David A.R. White to discuss his thought-provoking film, God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust. They explore its relevance in the context of the upcoming US presidential elections. This conversation highlights how the film addresses pressing societal issues, encouraging listeners to engage with its message and reflect on their own beliefs. Join them to uncover the film’s significance and its potential to inspire audiences worldwide.
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    44 mins
  • S2-EP 2: Leonard Clifton on Writing Bestsellers & Wendy Wilkins on Advocating for Women’s Rights

    S2-EP 2: Leonard Clifton on Writing Bestsellers & Wendy Wilkins on Advocating for Women’s Rights
    Oct 17 2024
    In this episode of The Discovery Pod with Eve, Eve Richards and Tony Blass engage in insightful conversations with Leonard Clifton, actor, model, and bestselling author, and Wendy Wilkins, a former police officer turned actress, real estate agent, writer, and women’s rights advocate. Leonard shares his passion for storytelling and how it fuels his career, while Wendy discusses her transition from law enforcement to acting, and how she uses her platform to champion women’s rights. Tune in for an inspiring episode filled with stories of resilience and empowerment.
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    38 mins
  • Ep1: Bob Gale on Bringing Back to the Future to the Global Stage External

    Ep1: Bob Gale on Bringing Back to the Future to the Global Stage External
    Oct 10 2024
    In Episode 1 of The Discovery Pod with Eve, Tony Blass and Eve Richards chat with the legendary Bob Gale, the mastermind behind the iconic Back to the Future trilogy. In this exclusive interview, Bob delves into his latest creative adventure—bringing Back to the Future: The Musical to life. Discover how he adapted the beloved film for the stage, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and the challenges of transforming a cinematic classic into a Broadway sensation. If you’re a fan of the movie or passionate about storytelling, this episode is packed with inspiration and insights into the creative process.
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    43 mins
  • Ep 12: From Films to Philanthropy: Tom Provost’s Journey

    Ep 12: From Films to Philanthropy: Tom Provost’s Journey
    Jul 4 2024
    In today's episode, Eve Richards, the host of The Discovery Pod With Eve, and Melissa Niece Smith, the cohost of this episode, are joined by Tom Provost, founder and CEO of BAGS AND GRACE. This 501c3 non-profit organization has been distributing 500 bags monthly throughout the year to the unhoused people across Los Angeles County since 2017.
    In today’s episode, Tom Provost sheds some very powerful insights on how he had a passion for movies as he was growing up, how he maintains a sense of self in the Film Industry, his favorite movie genre, why he wanted to tackle the problem of the unhoused people, items inside the Bags And Grace bags, how he stays motivated, call to action to everyone listening to what he is doing, if the county is helping with donations for Bags And Grace, the way forward for a long-term solution for NGOs and the government concerning unhoused people and how he came up with the name Bags And Grace.
    Tom talks further and shares his thoughts on how he stays protected from the unhoused people, his current projects, things he does to stay zen, advice to anyone who wants to be an entertainer or start a business, one of his huge writing gigs in the Film Industry, transition from acting to being behind the camera, how he handles rejection, his favorite movie or TV project he worked on and three people he would have dinner with and why. Tune in to learn more!
    Timestamps
    [02:59] What keeps Melissa motivated
    [5:19] Did Tom have a passion for movies growing up?
    [06:15] How Tom maintains a sense of self in the Film Industry
    [07:11] Tom’s favorite movie genre
    [09:33] Why Tom wanted to tackle the problem of unhoused people
    [11:00] Items inside the Bags And Grace bags
    [13:14] How Tom stays motivated
    [15:25] Call to action to everyone listening to what Tom is doing
    [16:44] Is the county helping with donations for Bags And Grace?
    [18:13] The way forward for a long-term solution for NGOs and the government concerning unhoused people
    [19:09] How Tom came up with the name Bags And Grace
    [20:51] Is Tom still doing artistic activities as the CEO of Bags And Grace?
    [22:24] Is Tom at the point where people recognize him?
    [23:41] About Tom Provost
    [25:08] Tom’s current projects
    [25:58] How Tom stays protected from the unhoused people
    [26:54] Street families Tom has encountered
    [28:01] Things Tom does to stay zen
    [28:48] Tom’s favorite meal
    [31:38] Advise to anyone who wants to be an entertainer or start a business
    [34:06] Has Tom’s struggles been worth it so far?
    [35:16] One of Tom’s huge writing gigs in the Film Industry
    [35:42] Transition from acting to being behind the camera
    [36:49] How Tom handles rejection
    [38:22] Tom’s favorite movie or TV project he worked on
    [39:22] Advice to anyone who wants to move to L.A.
    [40:43] Three people Tom would have dinner with and why
    Notable Quotes
    (03:34) “Regardless of the difficulty you are going through, the key for us is surrounding yourself with people who motivate you and uplift you.”
    (03:44) “Never give up regardless of your circumstances.”
    (09:36) “There is no one easy solution.”
    (32:31) “Work hard on your craft and then just keep going.”
    (32:55) “If you just keep trying and you just keep working and get better at your craft at some point, it’s going to pay off.”
    (39:52) “Preparation and opportunity is what gives you success.”
    (40:09) “Don’t judge yourself by other people.”
    Resources Mentioned

    The Movie - Under Suspicion
    SeaQuest DSV - TV Series
    Connect With Tom Provost
    Bags And Grace Website: www.bagsandgrace.com
    Food and Film Website: onfoodandfilm.com
    Cinema Language Website: onfoodandfilm.com
    Website www.cinemalanguage.org
    Facebook @provostom
    Instagram @bagsandgrace
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    45 mins
  • Ep 11: From Small Town to Stardom: Martyn Hale's Hollywood Journey!

    Ep 11: From Small Town to Stardom: Martyn Hale's Hollywood Journey!
    Jun 27 2024
    In today’s episode, Eve Richards, the host of The Discovery Pod With Eve, and Tony Blass, the cohost, are joined by Martyn Hale, who was found on the Barbizon passport during a discovery cruise. He starred in the popular film Coldwater and has been in over a dozen commercials for companies like Nike and Mattel & Oculus. Martyn has also made appearances on Disney's "Just Kickin' It" and ABC's "Switched At Birth". He is set to star on FOX in April. Growing up, he resided with his grandparents and never had the chance to meet his father. His initial acting role was in a music video for Eminem, which was part of the 2010 VMA Awards ceremony, taking place in Detroit, Michigan.
    Originally from Alma, Michigan, he now resides in Los Angeles.

    In this episode, Martyn Hale talks about how he went from Alma, Michigan, to Hollywood, Lessons he learned from the role he got in the movie Cold Water, The pressures he encountered at a young age, Why he wanted to become an actor, About his religious experience, Where he gets his motivation to keep going, The fears acronyms he learned and recovered from, how he handles rejections in the Film Industry, how he is coping with his relationship heartbreak and the show on Fox (Pictionary) with Jerry O’Connell. Martyn also shares more insights on the brand he would love to work with, what he is looking forward to in the future, about his grandparents, his relationship with his mother and brother, about his first acting gig, his thoughts about Hollywood, advice for people who want to join the Film Industry and how to get started and three people Martyn would have dinner with and why. Tune in to explore more!
    Notable Quotes
    (15:53) “I wake up each day, and I’m grateful to be alive because there are a lot of times people don’t wake up to live life as a gift every day.”
    (16:15) “I am not in control of anything in my life; it’s all either God-given or just through hard work.”
    (17:53) “Faith without works is dead.”
    (21:22) “We need positive people in our lives to help us.”
    (23:51) “The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.”
    (28:09) “Family is everything.”
    (31:55) “Life can become very challenging even when you think you’ve got it all.”
    Resources Mentioned
    Cold Water - Movie
    Connect With Martyn Hale
    IMDb
    Instagram: @martynhaleactor
    Twitter (X): @realmartynhale
    TikTok: @realmartynhale
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    45 mins