Outtakes Interviews

Clive Hawkins talks about his upcoming sci-fi film, Welcome to Forever, which is slated for release in 2014.  The actor plays the role of a young government technician who runs into trouble at the home of a digitized person he has been sent to terminate.  The film tackles the topic of life extension.  Prior to this movie, Clive appeared in Dark Walker, The Inner Circle, Perfect Creatures, There Will Be Brawl, Scandal and Hollywood Dream Role.  Pre-recorded.  Approx. 10 minutes.

Christian LeBlanc, multiple Daytime Emmy winning actor from The Young and the Restless (Michael Baldwin) talks about the Nickelodeon film, Grave Secrets, and the new resulting series, Deadtime Stories -- in which he is both producer and actor.  Pre-recorded.  Approx. 25 minutes. Deadtime Stories premieres on Nickelodeon this Thursday, October 3rd at 8 PM; Season One episodes continuing on Thursdays at 8 PM.  Grave Secrets airs at 8:30 PM on Halloween. http://www.deadtimestories.com/

A Martinez plays the recurring character of Jacob Nighthorse on the A&E mystery series, Longmire.  Daytime fans remember him fondly as Cruz Castillo from the NBC soap opera, Santa Barbara.  Co-host:  Tammy Weston.  Pre-recorded.  Approx. 45 minutes.

Joseph Limbaugh is currently Head Writer and cast member of the Hollywood Saturday Night sketch comedy show, and director of the mainstage improvisational show, Hollywood Dream Role, both of which are online TV shows broadcast live from the famous ACME stage.  He has over 15 years of experience in the fields of improvisational and sketch comedy; and his television appearances include Curb Your Enthusiasm, Scrubs, That 70's Show, Yes, Dear and many others. Joseph is teaching a Writing and Sketch Foundations Workshop and Showcase at ACME Comedy NoHo, 5124 Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood 91601 on Sundays, Sep. 22nd through Nov. 10th, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.  For more information, go to http://www.acmeactorsstudio.com/

Actress/model Melissa Biggs talks about her upcoming wedding to pro volleyball player Roger Clark and how to have your dream wedding without breaking the bank.  Melissa was on BAYWATCH for two seasons and is an international model, activist and award winning entrepreneur with her fashion line. She will soon be hosting her own lifestyle series called THE LIGHTS OF AFRICA. For 2 seasons she was on TNT’s ROLLER JAM and was on TV’s THE SPORTS ILLUSTRATED SWIMSUIT COLLECTION.

Steve Elam hails from the Grand Rapids area of Michigan. He joined the US Navy in 1976, serving as a technician specializing in antisubmarine warfare and as a member of a nuclear weapons handling team. After his Navy service, Steve served more than 25 years in various capacities for the House of Representatives and with the lobbying firm of Chiechi & Associates. Steve and his lovely wife of 31 years reside in the Seattle area.   BACKSLIDE is the first book in Elam’s “Enemies Within the Gates” series. The story launches the thrilling exploits of ex-Navy SEAL Billy Ray Jenkins in his war against a ruthless international drug cartel.   After ten years in a Texas prison for a crime he didn't commit, Billy Ray returns home to begin a new life, but is met with tragedy instead––his brother's death. With the help of a cocky FBI agent, a sexy redhead, and a mysterious government operative code-named Dolittle, Billy Ray discovers the enemies within the gates led by a sadistic killer and MUCH more...a super-form of

Dale Raoul (best known as "Maxine Fortenberry" on HBO's series, True Blood) talks about her upcoming role in the Stephen King series, Under the Dome, showing on CBS.   Dale Raoul on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/TrueDaleRaoul UNDER THE DOME:  http://www.underthedome.com/

James Reynolds (Abe, Days of Our Lives) discusses the Kickstarter campaign for the Fremont Centre Theatre's production of Holding On, Letting Go to be presented at the National Black Theatre Festival. He also talks about his character of "Abe".  Co-Hosted with Pam Rogers.  Approx. 34 minutes. Kickstarter Campaign Link:  http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fct/holding-on-letting-go-at-the-national-black-theatr Fremont Centre Theatre website:  http://www.fremontcentretheatre.com/ Fremont Centre Theatre FB:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Fremont-Centre-Theatre/150612054956836 Fremont Centre Twitter:  https://twitter.com/fremontCtheatre

Patsy Pease shares her experience of battling with mental illness, offers advice on how to overcome the struggle and dares to care.  Best known as "Kim Brady" on Days of Our Lives,  Patsy now lives in Jacksonville, FL and currently speaks with support groups, spreading awareness about issues such as caring for our soldiers with post-traumatic stress disorder. Links of interest:   No Kidding, Me 2 - http://www.nkm2.org/ National Institute of Mental Health - http://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml National Alliance on Mental Illness - http://www.nami.org/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

Jen Lilley and Thaao Penghlis talk about their roles in Pure Flix's DVD release, The Book of Esther.  Jen portrays "Queen Esther", the Biblical heroine who saves her people from slaughter; and Thaao plays "Haman", Esther's nemesis who plots to kill all of the Jews of ancient Persia. General Hospital fans will remember them as "Victor Cassadine" and "Maxie Jones".  Days of our Lives  fans remember Thaao as "Tony/Andre Dimera"; and they will soon get to know Jen in a new role on the soap. Approx 30 minutes. Pre-recorded. The Book of Esther trailer:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZ0cTN84Tnw Order your DVD copy at http://pureflix.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?item_no=333018&item_code=WW&netp_id=1121966&event=ESRCG&view=details

Sculptor, painter, photographer, muse, model -- learn about Niki Sabet's unique trail as a multi-medium artist.   Four years ago, "Gravity" became Sabet's first monumental bronze sculpture and a focal piece for 50 Varick in Tribeca, NYC.  Now her creative peers are regarding her as a muse for their endeavors.   Sabet currently works as a multi-media artist and philanthropist supporting various charities. She is one of the founding members and on the board, as Creative Director, of the nonprofit art charity Create LA - for underprivileged children. http://www.create-la.org/   To see examples of her work, visit Niki's website at http://www.nikisabetart.com/   FB Page https://www.facebook.com/artistNikiSabet   Twitter Page https://twitter.com/nikisabet  (Photo Credit:  Victorija Pashuta)

Kristian Alfonso talks about her 30th anniversary with Days of Our Lives and her iconic role of "Hope Williams Brady".  Approx 10 minutes.  Pre-recorded.

Actress Terri Ivens (best known as "Simone" on ALL MY CHILDREN 2001-2006) talks about her upcoming role in CHICKS DIG GAY GUYS, starring Eric Roberts -- a comedy set in the world of two pickup artists that is centered on the trouble they get into through the lies they tell. Official Trailer at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SUI6KOpHUI&feature=youtu.be Kickstarter Campaign at http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1903773862/chicks-dig-gay-guys-theatrical-film-release

Patrika Darbo talks about her return to Days of Our Lives as "Nancy Wesley" as well as her current internet webseries projects.  Approx. 10 minutes.  Pre-recorded.

Steve Blackwood talks about his new acting book -- The Steve Blackwood Sessions.  Soap opera fans will remember Steve from his ten-year stint on Days of Our Lives as "Bart Biederbiecke", the funny Dimera henchman of Stefano and Andre.  Along with talking about his book, Steve catches us up on his recent film work, including Gun Machine Preacher starring Gerard Butler and Beyond the Mask.

Meredith Scott Lynn plays the scheming "Anne Milbauer" on Days of Our Lives.  She joins OutTakes to talk about her soap opera character as well as her television career. Follow her on Twitter at https://twitter.com/MeredithSLynn

Red carpet interviews with creators and actors from various webseries at the February 19th, 2013 Indie Soap Awards in New York City.  The shows include Hustling, Thurston, DeVanity, Ragged Isle, The Bloody Mary Show, The Inn, Fumbling Thru the Pieces, Husbands and Anacostia.  Interviews with actors Kevin Spirtas, Sebastian La Cause, Colleen Zenk, Florencia Lozano, DeVanity cast members, Hillary B Smith, Brad Bell and Martha Byrne.   (Photos by Sue Coflin/Max Photos) Sue Coflin/Max Photos

Gordon Thomson joins OutTakes to talk about his upcoming role as "Preston Regis" in the webseries, DeVanity.  Primetime soap opera fans will remember him as bad boy "Adam Carrington" on Dynasty.  He has been on many daytime soap operas as well, including Ryan's Hope, Days of Our Lives and Santa Barbara. Watch Gordon on DeVanity at http://www.devanity.com/

Shari Shattuck joins OutTakes to discuss her career as actress and author.  Soap fans will remember Shari as "Ashley Abbott" on The Young and the Restless.  She has been in many films, including the 1994 Steven Seagal action film, On Deadly Ground.  She is the author of the Callaway Wilde mystery series; some of her current e-book titles are Loaded, Eye of the Beholder and Speak of the Devil. Co-hosted by Pam Rogers. Learn more about Shari's career, read her blog and order her novels at her website:  http://sharishattuck.com/

Veteran actor, writer and director Jack Betts joins OutTakes to talk about his new upcoming Los Angeles production, It Goes Like This.  Among Jack's many credits are the films Spiderman, Gods and Monsters and Falling Down.  Western fans know him as "Hunt Powers" from spaghetti westerns in the the 1960s and 1970s, such as Sugar Colt.  Also, he played on many soaps, including the role of "Ivan Kipling" on One Life to Live. For more information about helping to fund Jack's play, It Goes Like This, visit http://www.indiegogo.com/jackbetts .