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Actor Patrick Wilson (The Conjuring, Watchmen) stopped by to discuss his new film "Jack Strong" and espionage thriller coming out this Friday. Wilson who is currently filming "The Conjuring 2," also talked about his character on Fargo Lou Solverson, and how awesome Bruce Campbell is as Ronald Reagan. In conversation Wilson only had praise for Michael Keaton's portrayal of Ray Kroc in "The Founder.'' The duo just wrapped up filming on the project due out on November 25, 2016. Bonus track: "Southpaw" review

The vocalist of Lamb of God Randy Blythe phoned in to talk about his new book "Dark Days" which chronicle his trail in the Czech Republic. Blythe was charged, imprisoned, tried, and eventually acquitted of manslaughter. He spent 37 days in Pankrác Prison, a notorious 123-year-old institution where the Nazis' torture units had set up camp during the German occupation of then-Czechoslovakia. Bonus track: Should creators start charging for autographs at conventions.

Monkeys Fighting Robots caught up with Michael Peña and David Dastmalchian of "Ant-Man" to talk about the new Marvel film and how director Peyton Reed put it all together. Much to Reed's chagrin, we do find out who was the biggest nerd on set. Paul Rudd lost out because he still uses a Super Nintendo. About "Ant-Man" Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) must leave his criminal past behind if he hopes to take down Darren Cross (Corey Stoll) and the unbridled power of the Yellowjacket suit! With the help of Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), Hope Van Dyne (Evangeline Lilly), and the Ant-Man suit, Lang must embrace his inner hero to pull off a heist that could save the world. See why heroes don’t get any bigger than Ant-Man in the video above. Marvel’s Ant-Man will be in theaters on July 17, 2015.

Actor Kellan Lutz phoned in to talk with us about the season finale of FOX's Bullseye. Kellan also talked about his upcoming project "Extraction" with Bruce Willis, his goal to be in a super hero film, and his favorite charities. Bonus track: Star Wars Slave Leia controversy in Philadelphia. ABOUT KELLAN LUTZ Kellan Lutz most recently starred in the feature films “The Expendables 3,” “The of Legend of Hercules” and in the worldwide phenomenon “The Twilight Saga” franchise. He will next be seen starring opposite Bruce Willis in the action feature “Extraction.” Lutz began his acting career as a series regular on the cable series “The Comeback,” opposite Lisa Kudrow. He was also seen in the network series “90210,” “Heroes,” “Summerland” and the award-winning cable mini-series “Generation Kill.” When not acting, Lutz is an avid enthusiast of extreme sports. Born and raised in North Dakota, Lutz had a simple upbringing but learned to live every day to the fullest. From sky diving to parasailing, from motor cros

The star of "Bitten" Laura Vandervoort stopped by to talk about season three of the show, Comic-Con, and a little Supergirl rumor. Bouns tracks: "Suicide Squad" trailer breakdown and my initial reaction to Marvel's "Ant-Man." About "Bitten" In 2014, Syfy introduced genre audiences to Elena Michaels (Laura Vandervoort, SMALLVILLE, Ted), the world’s only female werewolf, in BITTEN, a steamy, emotionally charged supernatural series based on the novels by New York Times best-selling author, Kelley Armstrong.

Former presidential candidate Gary Hart talked with Matthew Sardo about the 2016 Presidential Election and how you can get involved in the election process. Hart also mentioned how the media is creating a reality show called "Donald Trump Runs For President." Bonus track: Recapping the trailers that came out of San Diego Comic-Con 2015. "Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice," "Suicide Squad," "Deadpool," and "X-Men:Apocalypse"

Actress Lacey Chabert stopped by to talk about her latest film "Family For Christmas" and her career as a voice actor. Chabert works with Mark Hamill on Transformer: Rescue Bots and she has a secret project with Marvel or DC Comics that she can't talk about. We also had conversations about a "Party of Five" re-union and how social media has changed Hollywood. Bonus tracks: San Diego Comic Con news and cursing Minions.

Did you ever watch "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys" or "Andromeda?" That was syndicated television at its best. Kevin Sorbo has been producing films at a record pace for the last 10 years and he called the Monkeys Fighting Robots hotline to talk about his latest film "Hope Bridge." Bonus conversation: Star Wars Hall H Leak Marisa Tomei Cast As Aunt May In Next “Spider-Man” Film

Donny Most joined the Monkey Fighting Robots podcast to talk about his music and his time on "Happy Days." Most has appeared on Glee, played himself on the Family Guy, in the 80’s he was Eric the Cavalier on Dungeons & Dragons and he was Stiles on Teen Wolf. His most notable work is his character Ralph Malph from "Happy Days." Now at the age of 62, Donny Most is going back to his musical roots. Paying homage to The Chairman of the Board - Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and his idol Bobby Darin, with his supper club act "Donny Most Sings and Swings."

The Monkeys Fighting Robots movie critic Felix Albuerne chats with Matthew Sardo about Ant-Man, Minions, and Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation. The duo also discuss how Jurassic World stormed the box office and how Terminator: Genisys could win the weekend but bomb out quickly.

Kelly Knievel spoke with Matthew Sardo about the documentary "I AM EVEL KNIEVEL" and what his father's legacy looks like today. Knievel discusses the chances of another American Icon rising up in today's 24/7 media circus, and he updates the prospects of a feature film about his father.

Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys spoke with Matthew Sardo about the film "Love Mercy." The film was made with the full cooperation of Wilson and his wife Melinda , Love & Mercy offers a never-before-seen glimpse of Wilson, the boy genius who co-wrote such ebullient pop hits as “Surfer Girl” and “Fun, Fun, Fun” and the game-changing masterpieces “Good Vibrations” and “God Only Knows” before disappearing from the public eye for years. Actors Paul Dano and John Cusack share the role of the troubled musical virtuoso who defined the “California sound” with sumptuous harmonies and visions of endless summers of surf and sand.

IronE Singleton will be at Walker Stalker Con in Orlando this weekend and he talked with Matthew Sardo about the convention, the over whelming support of the fans, a "Vatos" spinoff, his quest to be cast as a super hero, and his one-man play "Blindsided by the Walking Dead." Singleton who was born in raise in Georgia also weighed in on the debate over the confederate flag.

Nick and Zack Keller talk with Matthew Sardo about their new book from Dark Horse Comics, Death Head #1 and the influences that brought the Plague Doctor to life.

Dennis Dunaway was a founding member of Alice Cooper and was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hame of Fame in 2011. Dunaway spoke to Matthew Sardo about his new book and the differences in the music industry between then and now. Dunaway just released his memoirs of his time with Alice Cooper. "Snakes! Guillotines! Electric Chairs!" is the riveting account of the band's creation in the '60s, strange glory in the '70s, and the legendary characters they met along the way. His sinister bass lines are timeless. Between 1969 and 1973 the band produced 7 albums with hits like “I’m 18” and “School’s Out.” The band changed the industry with their invention of glam rock.

Stand up comedian Craig Shoemaker spoke with Matthew Sardo about his retirement and last album "The Last Stand (Up)." Shoemaker also talked about how the industry has changed and the podcast revolution. ABOUT CRAIG SHOEMAKER (from his website) "Shoemaker is insightful and amusing...we are moved beyond laughter to tears." -- The Los Angeles Times. You might know Craig Shoemaker as the unmistakably engaging, iconic, baritone-voiced character, The Lovemaster. Maybe you were one of millions who saw him in his decades of successful stand up comedy. Or you may have seen one of his specials aired on Showtime, HBO, ABC, CBS, NBC and just about every other major network. Perhaps you saw him in a TV show or movie like Parks & Recreation, The Bold and The Beautiful, or in Scream 2? Or maybe you just recognize his voice: Pleasantville, many characters in numerous animated series, and all the voices (and even the title song) for the BBC cartoon, Big Foot, Little Foot.

James Guiliani spoke with Matthew Sardo about his new book "Dogfella." ABOUT JAMES "HEAD" GUILIANI AND "DOGFELLA" How did an addicted ex–con on the verge of suicide become a caring member of the community? With a little help from a Shih Tzu named Bruno. James “Head” Guiliani, a confidante of the Gotti regime, was arrested and jailed on a weapons charge. After his release, he fell back into alcohol and drug addiction—until, one day, he came across an abandoned, abused Shih Tzu in the street. He rescued the dog, whom he lovingly named Bruno, and, in the process, turned his own life around. "Dogfella" recounts the story of Guiliani’s life, from his involvement in street gangs and the infamous Gotti crime family to his incarceration and eventual redemption through animal welfare. Guiliani’s new career has led him to save pit bulls from a dog-fighting ring and drive through six-foot snowdrifts to reach 200 cats stranded at a Long Island sanctuary. "In this funny, touching tale, a wise guy barks back at his ad

WWE's the Big Show talked with Matthew Sardo about his new film "Vendetta" and how he had to go to a very dark place to play the villain, Victor Abbott. The Big Show also touched on how he would like to walk away from wrestling. Bonus track: My review of Game of Thrones - "The Dance of Dragons."

Antonio Fargas, best known as "Huggy Bear" took some time to talk with Matthew Sardo about his acting career that spans 50 plus years and his current gig as brand ambassador for NBC's COZI TV.

Rob Fee a comedic writer, took time to talk with Matthew Sardo about pop culture, social media, Norm MacDonald, Danny DeVito and the worst sports fans in the world. He also took mushrooms for the first time and then went to Wrestlemania. Fee has worked with Comedy Central, MTV, Ellen, Playboy, IFC, Epic Meal Time, CBS, VICE, Mandatory, Relevant and IGN to name a few. Follow him on Twitter @RobFee.