Reel Wisdom with Derek Diamond

15 | Jessica Payne's Passion for Teaching and Learning

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:00:00 GMT

Jessica Payne is known for Halfway There, Rogue Tiger, Across LA in 80 Minutes and Flip: Theme and Variations. She loves working across countries and format: film, television, music, audio, and live performance. She is also a director, writer, producer, and the creator and host of the video podcast series "Creator's Cafe."

Jessica joins the show to chat with Derek about how growing up on a dairy farm led to her love of theater and performing, how teaching has helped her improve as an actress, her excitement for the future of the film industry, and the importance of looking for inspiration.

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14 | Scream Roundtable

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 05:00:30 GMT

In this special Halloween edition of the podcast, Derek is joined by returning guests Jason Robbins, Wally Phelps and Joey Image to discuss one of the most influential horror films of all time - Scream.

They talk about the hype leading up to its release in 1996, how it reinvented the horror genre, some of their favorite moments from the film, and if it would have the same impact if were released today.

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13 | Bill Mikita on "Chasing 3000" and Using Baseball to Tell Powerful Stories

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 05:00:51 GMT

Bill Mikita is the writer and producer of the movie “Chasing 3000.” Based on the true story of Bill and his brother’s cross-country trip to see Roberto Clemente get his 3,000th base hit, the story of how a career lawyer became a Hollywood writer and film producer is nothing less than inspiring.

Bill joins the show to chat with Derek about what led to “Chasing 3000” becoming a reality, how Ray Liotta became involved and how that impacted the funding of the film. He also talks about the importance of having his brother involved with the process, the charm of baseball stories, and his next project - titled “Brewer’s Boys,” - a story about baseball icon Chet Brewer.

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12 | Jessica Mikayla's Story of an Up-and-Coming Talent

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 05:00:13 GMT

Jessica Mikayla has an impressive resume that includes projects for Disney+, FX, Showtime, Apple TV, Amazon Prime, Netflix and more. She has been nominated for a 2024 NAACP Image Award and recently won a 2023 SOVAS Award. Both as a theatrical and voice over actor, Jessica is one of the leading up and coming talents in the industry.

Jessica joins the show to chat with Derek about how an episode of “Full House” inspired her to become an actress, her memorable introduction to John Stamos, the differences between voice acting and on-camera acting, her role in “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” and advice for young actors.

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11 | From Stage to Screen with Sarah Alexandra Marks

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 05:00:50 GMT

Sarah Alexandra Marks was born in Essex. She first trained as a dancer going on to perform at prestigious venues, most notably The Royal Opera House. She transitioned to screen acting and quickly began racking up an impressive list of Film credits with notable artists and directors.

Sarah joins the show to chat with Derek about falling in love with the entertainment industry at an early age, the transition from dancing to acting, making a short film as a tribute to her mother, and her experiences on set of her latest film, “Escape”.

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10 | Andy Paige on Joining "General Hospital" and Staying Driven to Succeed

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 05:00:42 GMT

Andy Paige is an actress, beauty expert, inventor and spokesperson. With her current role as Pearl, on ABC’s General Hospital, Andy Paige mimics her actual QVC guest host expertise, captivating and selling products to both TV audiences through innovative consumer advertising.

Andy joins the show to chat with Derek about how growing up in a small Alabama town shaped her into who she is today, moving to New York at a young age, how she got the role of Pearl on ABC’s General Hospital, and what drives her in her different career paths. She also talks about how a horrific accident led to the creation of the GirlyGoGarter, the fast-paced environment of working on a soap opera, and the innovative way that General Hospital is appealing to their fanbase.

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9 | George Siegal is Using Documentary Filmmaking to Increase Awareness

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 23:00:00 GMT

George Siegal is a former newscaster, sportscaster, and weathercaster. After his career, he transitioned into the world of filmmaking and formed the documentary film company Move the World Films, Inc. He wrote, directed and produced the award-winning documentary films “The Last House Standing” and “License to Parent.”

George joins the show to chat with Derek about the unpredictability of independent filmmaking, how he transitioned from working in news to making film, the raw reality of documentaries, what led to the making of his documentary, "Built to Last: Buyer Beware” and the emotional impact that making the documentary had on him.

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8 | Evan Zeisel Battles Online Piracy For Filmmakers and Content Creators

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 05:00:00 GMT

Evan Zeisel is a filmmaker, entrepreneur and the co-founder of Copyright Slap, a system which helps independent artists fight piracy by providing an affordable way for creators to protect their work.

Evan chats with Derek about what led him to the film industry, his first experience with online piracy and how that led to the creation of Copyright Slap. He also talks about how simply watching indie films on streaming platforms can help the filmmakers, the mind set of consumers when it comes to digital products, and what Copyright Slap offers to filmmakers.

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7 | Laying Down The (Entertainment) Law with Robert Sciglimpaglia

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 05:00:00 GMT

Robert Sciglimpaglia is a Certified Worker’s Compensation Specialist by the Connecticut Bar Association and is admitted to Connecticut and New York, and also the United States Supreme Court. In addition to the practice of law, Robert is also a professional actor and voice-over artist and is a member of SAG-AFTRA.

Robert chats with Derek about why he loves to practice law, how law is intertwined into every aspect of human society, and what led him to pursue an acting career. He also talks about how the infamous 2012 Chevy Super Bowl commercial, “Happy Grad”, became a reality, why the commercial taught him to never “phone in” a performance, some of his favorite roles, and the various aspects of entertainment law.

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6 | The Beauty of Storytelling with Aurora Winter

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 05:00:26 GMT

Aurora Winter, MBA, is a successful entrepreneur, bestselling author, TV writer-producer and the founder of www.SamePagePublishing.com. Using her expertise in film and neuroscience, she helps people tell memorable stories that build brands, books, and businesses.

Aurora chats with Derek about her early career as a film producer, her passion for helping aspiring writers, and why it’s a good idea to turn a screenplay into a book. She also talks about her “Magic, Mystery and the Multiverse” series, listens to Derek pitch the story of his wife’s short film, “Plain Jane”, the need for creative fulfillment, and the challenges of crowdfunding.

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5 | Kurtz Frausun on "Men Behind Closed Doors: Stories For Survival" and the Hidden Struggles of Men

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:00:04 GMT

Kurtz Frausun is a four time award-winning experimental filmmaker. He's a graduate of Southern Methodist University, a member of the International Association of Press Photographers, and founder of Versus Opinion Clothing.

Kurtz chats with Derek about growing up on classic films, how those led to his pursuit of filmmaking, and their mutual respect for different film styles. They also discuss how an abusive relationship motivated Kurtz’s latest documentary, “Men Behind Closed Doors: Stories For Survival,” how he helped the men involved to become more comfortable in telling their stories, and how simply talking can help us as a society.

WARNING: Strong language throughout the episode.

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4 | Jeffrey Morgan on “Welcome to Jay” and Growing Through Documentary Filmmaking

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 05:00:56 GMT

Jeffrey Morgan is a documentary filmmaker. Born in California and raised in Alaska, Jeffrey made fifteen short films before finishing high school and with the financial assistance from his Native American tribe, the Fallon Paiute, he graduated from NYU’s Kanbar Institute of Film and Television in 1999. His debut documentary feature “Lillie & Leander: A Legacy of Violence” world premiered at the 2007 Tribeca Film Festival to much acclaim and was co-presented by the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian.

Jeffrey chats with Derek about how growing up in a small town in Alaska led to his interest in film, attending New York University’s film program, and how a meeting with Alice Brewton Hurwitz resulted in the making of “Lillie & Leander: A Legacy of Violence.” He also talks about the town of Jay was mentioned throughout production and how the story of Gus Benjamin’s murder led to the creation of the “Welcome to Jay” documentary.

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3 | The Art of Financing Your Film with Jonathan Miller

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 05:00:54 GMT

Jonathan Miller is the founder and CEO of Parsonex Enterprises and its affiliates. A visionary financial professional with over two decades of experience, he has guided Parsonex to be recognized as one of the fastest-growing companies in North America.

Not content to rest on his laurels in finance, Jonathan has also ventured into the entertainment sector. His debut feature film, "Publish or Perish," produced through Alation Media, has garnered numerous awards at international film festivals.

He chats with Derek about how he got involved with “Publish or Perish” and the challenges he faced as a first-time producer. He also breaks down the process of getting a film financed and offers advice to aspiring producers.

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2 | From Page to Screen with Joe R. Lansdale

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 05:00:04 GMT

Joe R. Lansdale is an author and screenwriter who has written novels and stories in many genres, including western, horror, science fiction, mystery, and suspense. He has also written for comics as well as "Batman: The Animated Series." He chats with Derek about how film and comics influence his work, his writing process, and his unique view on screenwriting. He also talks about the process of his work being adapted for film and television, and writing for “Batman: The Animated Series.”

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1 | Alex Hyde-White’s Life in Film and TV

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 23:00:00 GMT

Alex Hyde-White is an actor who is known for his roles in "Pretty Woman", "Catch Me if You Can", and the infamous unreleased "Fantastic Four". He sits down with Derek in studio to talk about why he moved from Los Angeles to Pensacola, the early days of his acting career, and their time working together on "The Walker". They also discuss Alex's "Three Days of Hamlet" documentary, how he became involved in Roger Corman's "Fantastic Four" film, and working with the late Bob Newhart.

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From the Archives: Jackie Dallas

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 07:00:49 GMT

As we approach the launch of "Reel Wisdom", Derek looks back at an episode of the "Feature Presentation" podcast:

Actor Jackie Dallas joins the show to chat with Derek about why she chose being an actor over working in the medical field, and lessons she's learned throughout her career. She also talks about why she wrote and directed her short film "Proud," her experience on set of "Stranger Things," and advice for aspiring actors.

NOTE: This was originally released on October 4, 2022

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From the Archives: Terissa Kelton

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 07:00:50 GMT

As we approach the launch of "Reel Wisdom", Derek looks back at an episode of the "Feature Presentation" podcast:

Executive Producer Terissa Kelton joins the show to chat with Derek about what made her want to work in the film industry, why using your work as therapy is a good thing, working on the "Harriet the Spy" animated series for Apple TV +, and why it's important to "pay it forward" in the entertainment business.

NOTE: This was originally released on September 22, 2022

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From the Archives: Zach Hamelton

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:00:36 GMT

As we approach the launch of "Reel Wisdom", Derek looks back at an episode of the "Feature Presentation" podcast:

Visual FX Producer Zach Hamelton joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in the film industry, the differences between "visible" and "invisible" effects, a day in the life of a Visual FX team, and his experiences working on "Star Trek: Picard" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds."

NOTE: This was originally released on August 8, 2022

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From the Archives: Jeff Bollow

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 07:00:21 GMT

As we approach the launch of "Reel Wisdom", Derek looks back at an episode of the "Feature Presentation" podcast:

Filmmaker Jeff Bollow joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to get into the film industry, transitioning from acting to working behind the camera, and his "FAST Screenplay" system, why it's important to have alignment in the creative and business sides of filmmaking, and his future aspirations of building an independent film studio.

NOTE: This was originally released on July 5, 2022

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An Update on the Podcast

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 07:00:41 GMT

Derek Diamond gives an in-depth explanation of why The Derek Diamond Experience came to an end, what you can expect from Reel Wisdom with Derek Diamond, and when the podcast will launch.

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#400: Actress Shabana Azmi

Mon, 13 May 2024 07:00:22 GMT

Actress Shabana Azmi joins the show to chat with Derek about celebrating 50 years in the film industry, the heartwarming support she received from her father, taking the lessons she’s learned and adding them to her acting craft, and growing up in a creative family. She also talks about how her stage work has helped her film career, the landscape of filmmaking in India, embracing her age as an actor, and playing the role of Admiral Parangosky in the “Halo” series.

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#399: Actor and Producer Drew Moerlein

Wed, 08 May 2024 07:00:48 GMT

Actor and producer Drew Moerlein joins the show to chat with Derek about what led him to the entertainment industry, why it's important to not "stay in one lane", how producing became his "business outlet", playing the role of Captain America in the upcoming "Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra" video game, and his role in the indie horror film, "Bloodline Killer".

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#398: Band on the Run's Jeff Hupp, Brian Cusac & Merritt Fritchie

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 07:00:20 GMT

Filmmakers Jeff Hupp, Brian Cusac and Merritt Fritchie join the show to chat with Derek about the inspiration behind "Band on the Run," using their connections in the ad business to assemble the crew for the film, how Larry Bagby got involved, and funny stories from the set.

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#397: Top 5 Movie Soundtracks

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 07:00:06 GMT

Derek lists his (and your) Top 5 Movie Soundtracks!

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#396: Documentary Filmmaker Eriksen Dickens

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:00:03 GMT

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Eriksen Dickens joins the show to chat with Derek about his unique path to the film industry, the early struggles of starting his own production company and the emotional process of making "His Legacy", a documentary about the life of his late father.

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#395: "The Voice of Beast" George Buza

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:21 GMT

Actor George Buza joins the show to chat with Derek about the excitement for the "X-Men '97" animated series, what led him to become an actor, finding the voice of Beast in "X-Men: The Animated Series," and the experience of meeting fans at conventions.

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#394: Top 10 Cartoon Theme Songs (10 Year Anniversary Episode)

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 07:00:03 GMT

Derek celebrates ten years of The Derek Diamond Experience by reminiscing about the evolution of the show and also lists his (and your) Top 10 Cartoon Theme Songs!

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#393: Actress Krista Dane King

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:00:35 GMT

Actress Krista Dane King joins the show to chat with Derek about what made her want to get into the entertainment industry, how acting for theater helped her transition into film, her role in "The Caregiver" as a woman suffering from ALS, and her latest film, "Altered Reality."

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#392: Screenwriter James Roberts

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:00:41 GMT

Screenwriter James Roberts joins the show to chat with Derek about what led him to becoming a writer, advice he received early in his career, writing "Here for Blood" and his time on the set of the film.

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#391: Award-Winning Director Jeff Margolis

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:32 GMT

Award-winning director Jeff Margolis joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in the television industry, his experience of directing the Academy Awards, and writing his memoir, "We're Live in 5: My Extraordinary Life in Television."

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#390: Actor Bruce Davison

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:28 GMT

Actor Bruce Davison joins the show to chat with Derek about how a theater appreciation course at Penn State University led to his pursuit of a career in acting, working with Lucille Ball on the set of Mame, his role as Senator Robert Kelly in the original X-Men film, advice he received early in his career that he still uses today, and his time on set of Suitable Flesh.

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#389: Actress and Author Jaime Andrews

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 08:00:45 GMT

Actress and author Jaime Andrews joins the show to chat with Derek about her early years in the entertainment industry, how the 2020 election inspired her award winning film, "The Division," and why she released her memoir, "The Brink," twenty years after she wrote it.

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#388: Actor Tom Gallop

Tue, 16 Jan 2024 08:00:46 GMT

Actor Tom Gallop joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to get into acting, his time on set of The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum, working in film vs. working in television, and the amazing story of why he bought the Beverly Hills Teuscher chocolate shop.

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#387: Top 5 Movies of 2023

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 23:45:47 GMT

Derek lists his (and your) Top 5 Movies of 2023!

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#386: Filmmaker Elesia Marie

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:51:27 GMT

Filmmaker Elesia Marie joins the show to chat with Derek about the inspiration behind her debut feature film, "Zombeez," the process of making it a reality, highlighting the Gulf Coast through its locations and its upcoming premiere.

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#385: Actor and Podcaster Thaao Penghlis

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Actor and podcaster Thaao Penghlis joins the show to chat with Derek about his new podcast called "Thaao Penghlis's The Lost Treasures," exploring the locations where the podcast takes place, the "golden age" of Hollywood and how the entertainment industry has changed throughout the years.

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#384: The Flash's Rick Cosnett

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 08:00:44 GMT

Actor Rick Cosnett joins the show to chat with Derek about his experience as part of the cast of The CW's "The Flash" series, his role in "Shoulder Dance," and some of his upcoming projects.

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From the Archives: Zach Thomson

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:00:38 GMT

Derek looks back at an episode of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the holidays:

Derek chats with filmmaker Zach Thomson about falling in love with the film industry at a young age, what he looks for as a producer, working with James Cameron on the set of “Avatar”, and some of his upcoming projects.

NOTE: This was originally released on January 5, 2022

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#383: Top 5 Movies From the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 08:00:57 GMT

Derek lists his (and your) Top 5 Movies from the Marvel Cinematic Universe!

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#382: Crush 40's Johnny Gioeli

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 02:01:49 GMT

Singer and songwriter Johnny Gioeli joins the show to chat with Derek about how his brother was the catalyst for his music career, the “feel-good” music of Hardline, how working with Jun Senoue led to the formation of Crush 40, his approach to writing songs for the Sonic the Hedgehog games, and how a van ride made him realize the impact of his music.

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#381: John Carpenter Roundtable

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 07:00:55 GMT

Jason Robbins, Chad Sanders and Jeremy Branch return to chat with Derek about the career and legacy of iconic director John Carpenter!

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#380: Nick Arcade's Phil Moore

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:00:25 GMT

Actor/producer/writer Phil Moore joins the show to chat with Derek about starting in showbusiness as a stand-up comedian, how an observant moment led him to becoming host of "Nick Arcade", some of his favorite moments of the show, and why the 90s are considered to be the "golden age" of Nickelodeon.

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#379: Actor Matt Hill

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:00:01 GMT

Actor Matt Hill joins the show to chat with Derek about how an agent's belief in him at a young age led him on his career path, his role as Kevin Keene in "Captain N: The Game Master", playing Raphael in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III" and "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation", and the experience of meeting fans at conventions.

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#378: Comedian and Actor Kevin Bartini

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 07:00:51 GMT

Comedian and actor Kevin Bartini joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to pursue a career in stand-up comedy, how the pandemic led him to become a comedy teacher, his role as Billy Jones in "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel", and his upcoming comedy seminar.

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#377: Top 5 Horror Movie Moments

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 07:00:11 GMT

This week, Derek kicks off the spooky season by listing his (and your) Top 5 Horror Movie Moments!

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#376: "The Voice of Wolverine" Cal Dodd

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 07:00:17 GMT

Voice actor and singer Cal Dodd joins the show to chat with Derek about how he got the role of Wolverine in “X-Men: The Animated Series” and the impact that the series continues to have on both the fanbase and himself.

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#375: TMNT Co-Creator Kevin Eastman

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Writer and artist Kevin Eastman joins the show to chat with Derek about the impact that Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles continues to have on pop culture, why the Turtles are so popular, seeing them come to life in their original live-action movie, and future crossovers he would like to see the Turtles have.

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#374: Filmmaker and Author Tommy Burke

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Filmmaker and author Tommy Burke joins the show to chat with Derek about breaking into the film industry, the role of an assistant director, his battle with cancer and his book, "Not Just Sunglasses and Autographs".

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#373: Filmmaker Serena DC

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Filmmaker Serena DC joins the show to chat with Derek about how a reality show led to her pursuing a career in the entertainment industry, what led to the making of the documentary, "Beyond the Grave" and the emotional impact it had on the crew.

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#372: Actor Vince Lozano

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Actor Vince Lozano joins the show to chat with Derek about how he went from athlete to actor, his debut role in "Encino Man", the impact that "Pirates of the Caribbean" has had in the film industry and his role in "Trauma Therapy Psychosis".

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#371: Filmmaker and Author Johnathan Gorman

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Filmmaker and author Johnathan Gorman joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to become an actor, the types of stories that inspire him, the dynamic of working with his daughter on a project, and the inspiration behind his book, “Your Life is Your Movie”.

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#370: Writer/Director David Liban

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Writer/Director David Liban joins the show to chat with Derek about the importance of film festivals, what made him want to become a filmmaker, how his role as a film professor has helped his career, and the process of making his latest feature film, "Publish or Perish".

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#369: Voice Actress Jen Taylor

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Voice actress Jen Taylor joins the show to chat with Derek about the experience of meeting fans at conventions, how she got into voice acting, her role as Cortana in the “Halo” video game franchise and why the series resonates with fans.

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#368: Top 5 TV Cliffhangers

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:00:00 GMT

Derek recaps his trip to Jacksonville, FL for the Spotlight International Film Festival and lists his (and your) Top 5 TV Cliffhangers.

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#367: Actor Zane Haney

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Actor Zane Haney joins the show to chat with Derek about the premiere of "Unfix" at the TCL Chinese Theater in Los Angeles, what made him want to get into acting, the importance of chemistry between actors, and the biggest lesson he learned from acting in "Unfix."

NOTE: This interview was recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike

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#366: Actor Richard Epcar

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Actor Richard Epcar joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to get into acting, the process of voice acting for video games, some of his favorite roles, and why he loves attending conventions.

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From the Archives: Laura Faye Smith

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

This week, voice actor and improviser Laura Faye Smith joins the show to chat with Derek about meeting fans at conventions, how she got into the acting business, how theater and improv helped prepare her for acting in film, and the process of voice acting.

NOTE: This was originally released on June 14, 2022

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From the Archives: Vernon Wells

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

Actor Vernon Wells joins the show to chat with Derek about how he got into the film business, the experience of working on George Miller's "The Road Warrior," and why he wrote a full bio for the Wez character. He also talks about the importance of "paying it forward" in the film industry, why villains are so compelling, and his latest film, "Tales From the Other Side."

NOTE: This was originally released on June 9, 2022

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From the Archives: Behind the Scenes of The Skunk Ape

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

Filmmakers Shannon Williams and Renee Luke Jordan chat with Derek about what made them want to work in film, the process of making their short film, "The Skunk-Ape," and the Gulf Coast filmmaking scene.

NOTE: This was originally released on May 30, 2022

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From the Archives: Naomi Grossman

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 07:00:25 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

Derek chats with actor Naomi Grossman about growing up in a creative family, wanting to be a performer at a young age, what it was like to play the role of Pepper in "American Horror Story," and her experience working on the vampire rom-com, "Bite Me."

NOTE: This was originally released on February 23, 2022

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From the Archives: Top 5 Movie Sequels

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 07:00:44 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

Derek is joined by Jason Robbins (Nerd Cave Retro, Open Mic'ers), Wally Phelps (Monsters Anonymous) and Joey Image (former professional wrestler) and they list their Top 5 Movie Sequels!

NOTE: This was originally released on January 19, 2022

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From the Archives: Gianni DeCenzo & Jesse Kove

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 07:00:46 GMT

Derek continues his series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

Derek chats with actor Gianni DeCenzo about his role as Demitri on the "Cobra Kai" series, what made him want to get into acting, some of the lessons he's learned from Ralph Macchio and William Zabka, and his role in the "Fartcopter" infomercial.

Derek also chats with actor Jesse Kove about his love of working in Florida, growing up in the film industry, what has made the “Cobra Kai” series so successful, what it was like to be a part of the show, and the biggest piece of professional advice he received from his dad, Martin Kove.

NOTE: These interviews were originally released on January 12, 2022.

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From the Archives: Smallville Roundtable

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 07:00:38 GMT

Derek begins a series of weekly rereleased episodes of "Feature Presentation" while the podcast is on break for the summer:

For this special roundtable discussion, Jason Robbins (Nerd Cave Retro) and Mike Eveland (The Jester’s Court) join Derek to talk about one of the most influential shows in recent memory: Smallville! They discuss their first memories of the show, how it added to the Superman lore, why it may have outlived its ideal lifespan, and how it laid the groundwork for other superhero shows.

NOTE: This episode was originally released on February 28, 2022

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#365: Season Finale AMA

Mon, 29 May 2023 07:00:58 GMT

Derek wraps the latest season of The Derek Diamond Experience with a live AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode! He also recaps the Gulf Coast Film Fest & Social, gives his thoughts on the live action adaptation of "The Little Mermaid," and answers questions from the listeners.

At the end of the episode, he reveals what you can expect from the show while it's on summer break.

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#364: Behind the Scenes of Home Policies

Mon, 22 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT

Filmmaker Nick Smith and actors James Poule and Thomas Carter Rochester join the show to chat with Derek about the making of "Home Policies," a British comedy filmed on the Gulf Coast. They discuss how Nick came up with the idea of the film, how James and Thomas prepped for their respective characters, and fun moments from the set.

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#363: Tommy Ryan

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:11 GMT

Actor Tommy Ryan joins the show to chat with Derek about getting into acting after spending years in the military, his biggest challenge as an actor, and starring in the short film "The Third Division."

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#362: Amber Doig-Thorne

Mon, 15 May 2023 07:00:35 GMT

Actress Amber Doig-Thorne joins the show to chat with Derek about what made her want to get into acting, her initial reaction to the news of "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey," her experience on the set of the film, and some of her upcoming projects.

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#361: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 11 May 2023 07:00:13 GMT

Filmmaker James Gunn wraps his cosmic adventure trilogy with the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3." Derek gives his thoughts on why the movie is arguably the best of the trilogy and what he's looking forward to in future installments of the MCU.

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#360: Top 5 Star Wars Moments

Mon, 08 May 2023 07:00:49 GMT

The "Star Wars" franchise has created countless moments for over 40 years. For this special episode, Regan Bell and Christian Jones join the show to chat with Derek about their experience at Star Wars Celebration in London, and list their (and your) Top 5 Star Wars Moments.

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#359: The Mandalorian Roundtable and Season 3 Review (SPOILERS)

Mon, 01 May 2023 07:00:26 GMT

After a two-year wait, the latest season of "The Mandalorian" has come and gone. Jason Robbins (Nerd Cave Retro) and Wally Phelps (Dead Game) join Derek to review the show and why they're excited for the future of the Star Wars franchise.

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#358: Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers: Once and Always Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 07:00:52 GMT

Power Rangers commemorates its 30th anniversary with the special "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always." Derek looks back at his love of Power Rangers, his thoughts on the special, and what he'd like to see in future installments of the franchise.

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#357: Top 5 TV Series Finales

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 07:00:16 GMT

Bringing a TV show to its end is no easy task. Through the long history of television, there have been shows that discover the recipe for the perfect finale and are able to meet (and sometimes exceed) fan expectations. On this week's podcast, Derek lists his (and your) Top 5 TV Series Finales.Follow and subscribe to the show ⁠HERE

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#356: Brandon McLemore

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:07 GMT

Actor/writer/director Brandon McLemore joins the show to chat with Derek about the advantages of being a filmmaker outside of Los Angeles, how his dad influenced him to start making his own films, the process of making "Dark Entities," and some funny on-set stories.

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#355: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 07:00:21 GMT

After 30 years, Nintendo has finally released another movie! "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" shattered expectations with $375.6 million in worldwide ticket sales, giving it the biggest opening weekend for an animated movie of all time.Derek gives his thoughts on the film and what this means for the future of video game adaptations.Follow and subscribe to the show HERE

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#354: Steve Matzinger

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 07:00:10 GMT

Camera operator Steve Matzinger joins the show to chat with Derek about how he got into the film industry, the various roles in the camera department, how technology has helped the industry, and the difference between working in film as opposed to television.Check out Steve's IMDb page HERE.Follow and subscribe to the show HERE.

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#353: Scott duPont

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 07:00:41 GMT

Producer and podcaster Scott duPont joins the show to chat with Derek about how being a frustrated actor led to his career as a producer, advice on how to find investors for a film project, the process of making the documentary “Movie Money Confidential,” and the inspiration behind his podcast “Finance Your Movie.”Watch "Movie Money Confidential" for free HEREFollow and subscribe to the show HERE

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#352: Lee Chambers

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:00:30 GMT

Writer-Director Lee Chambers joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in film, going to film school in England, the importance of listening to advice, and why filmmakers should attend festivals.

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#351: Top 5 Movie Posters

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:00:47 GMT

A work of art in its own right, a great movie poster excites us and piques our interest without telling us more than we should know going into a movie. For this month's Top 5, Derek lists his (and your) Top 5 Movie Posters!

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#350: Nine-Year Anniversary AMA

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 07:00:05 GMT

Derek celebrates nine years of The Derek Diamond Experience by hosting a special "Ask Me Anything" episode. He discusses what guest fell through the show that he wishes he could have interviewed, some of his favorite celebrity interviews, and gives an update on the festival run of "The Feature."

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#349: James Kerwin Panel from Pensacon 2023

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 08:00:36 GMT

Derek had the pleasure of chatting with filmmaker James Kerwin (Yesterday Was a Lie, Star Trek Continues) on the "Writing and Directing Independent Film" panel at Pensacon 2023! They talk about what inspired James to get into filmmaking, working on his first feature film, directing for hire vs. directing your own projects, and questions from the audience.

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#348: Defending Bad Movies IV - It's Fine (Pensacon 2023 Panel)

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 08:00:56 GMT

After missing last year's Pensacon, the Defending Bad Movies panel is back! Jason Robbins (Nerd Cave Retro) and Wally Phelps (Dead Game) join Derek as they once again say nothing but good things about some of the worst movies of all time.

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#347: Kevin J. Anderson

Mon, 20 Feb 2023 08:00:09 GMT

Legendary author Kevin J. Anderson joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to become a writer, growing up a Star Wars fan, the process behind adding logic to the Superman lore in "The Last Days of Krypton," and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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#346: Eric Roberts

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 08:00:25 GMT

Eric Roberts is an Academy Award and Golden Globe nominee, with over 600 credits on IMDb. On this special episode, Derek chats with Eric about interacting with fans at conventions, what made him want to become an actor, and why his role in The Righteous Gemstones is the most fun one he's had in his 44-year career. He also talks about working on the set of The Dark Knight, his most challenging role, and the importance of being kind in show business.

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#345: Daniel Carey

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 08:00:13 GMT

Screenwriter and author Daniel Carey joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to become a writer, some of the lessons he's learned in the film industry, why he wrote his "Screenwriting Tribe" book, and the purpose of his "Screenwriting Tribe" workshop.

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#344: Behind the Scenes of Savage

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 03:56:59 GMT

Filmmaker Javan Garza, actor/producer Dawn Hamil, and actor Steven Marlow join the show to chat with Derek about the making of "Savage." They discuss how Javan came up with the idea of the film, how Dawn and Steven became involved, how they coped with long days on set, and the upcoming premiere at the Saenger Theater.

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#343: Top 5 Childhood Cartoons

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 08:00:17 GMT

When it comes to nostalgia, few things hit harder than memories of watching your favorite animated shows. For this month's Top 5, Derek lists his (and your) favorite childhood cartoons!

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#342: The Feature Premiere Recap

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:00:03 GMT

After months of work and preparation, "The Feature" premiered in Pensacola, FL and was a huge success! For this week's podcast, Chad Sanders and Jeremy Branch return to chat with Derek about the surprising attendance numbers, the reception of both "The Feature" and "Those Creatures Out There," and some of their favorite questions from the Q&A.

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#341: Behind the Scenes of The Feature Part 3

Mon, 16 Jan 2023 08:00:49 GMT

In part three of this special behind the scenes look of "The Feature," guest host Jeremy Branch (The Pop Culture Nihilist, Lucid Memory) returns to chat with Rob Eubanks, Leah Christine Johnson, and Thomas Carter Rochester about how they got their respective roles in the film, putting elements of themselves in their characters, and the pros and cons of live and taped auditions.

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#340: Behind the Scenes of Those Creatures Out There and The Nightlings

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:17 GMT

Filmmakers David Van Der Like, Chad Sanders, Milan Smith, and Ray Guillory join the show to chat with Derek about the inspiration behind "The Nightlings" and its documentary, "Those Creatures Out There."

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#339: Behind the Scenes of The Feature Part 2

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 08:00:51 GMT

In part two of this special behind the scenes look of "The Feature," guest host Jeremy Branch (The Pop Culture Nihilist, Lucid Memory) returns to chat with Jase Gibson, Samantha Savoie, and Jeff Stewart about how they got their respective roles in the film, why their chemistry was important, how they brought their characters to life, and some of the more challenging moments from the set.

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#338: Behind the Scenes of The Feature Part 1

Mon, 02 Jan 2023 08:00:22 GMT

In part one of this special behind the scenes look of "The Feature," guest host Jeremy Branch (The Pop Culture Nihilist, Lucid Memory) chats with Derek Diamond (The Parker Syndrome), Steve Wise (Sur'vi), and Chad Sanders (Bit House) about how Derek created the idea of the film, Steve and Chad's respective roles as First Assistant Director and Producer, the biggest lessons they learned while working on the project, and some funny behind the scenes stories.

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#337: Top 5 Movies of 2022

Mon, 26 Dec 2022 08:00:52 GMT

After 397 days, The Derek Diamond Experience podcast is back! Derek explains why the show is returning, what you can expect going forward, and lists his (and your) Top 5 Movies of 2022!

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#336: Fin.

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

After nearly eight years and over three hundred episodes, The Derek Diamond Experience has come to an end! For this special episode, Derek reviews “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” gives his thoughts on the latest “Spider-Man: No Way Home” trailer, lists his Top 5 Movie Endings, and gives more information on his new show, “Feature Presentation.”

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#335: Ghostbusters Roundtable

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week, Jason Robbins (Nerd Cave Retro), Wally Phelps (Monsters Anonymous) and Mike Eveland (The Jester's Court) join Derek to discuss the Ghostbusters franchise! They reminisce on their first memories of the original film, why they all consider it to be "perfect," and why Ghostbusters II is a worthy sequel. They also talk about the success of The Real Ghostbusters animated series, and their expectations for Ghostbusters: Afterlife.

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Patreon Bonus Episode: Ghostbusters Watch Along

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

It's that time again! For this month's watch along, Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps return to join Derek in watching the 1984 classic, "Ghostbusters"!

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#334: Jason David Frank Revisited

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 08:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek takes a look back at the most downloaded episode in the history of the show: his conversation with Jason David Frank!

(NOTE: This originally aired as Episode #132 on January 31, 2017)

Actor and martial artist Jason David Frank chats with Derek about growing up in California, wanting to be an actor at an early age, why he loves appearing at conventions, his time on set of Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, his reality show My Morphin' Life, his upcoming appearance at Pensacon, and his thoughts on the upcoming Power Rangers film

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#333: Gigi Hozima

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by filmmaker Gigi Hozima to talk about growing up in Saudi Arabia, the importance of having her mother’s support in her creative endeavors, and moving to England to study filmmaking. She also talks about moving to New York City to pursue her filmmaking career, her emotional reasons for writing her latest film, “That Abandoned Place,” and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#332: Top 5 Horror Movie Villains PLUS The Future of The Derek Diamond Experience

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek hosts a special live podcast and talks about some changes in his personal life, recaps the DC Fandome event, lists his Top 5 Horror Movie Villains, and makes an announcement regarding the future of the podcast.

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#331: Joel Soisson

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, producer Joel Soisson joins the show to chat with Derek about how his love of art led to his career in film, being brought in to do a rewrite of the “The Lion King”, and the role of a producer in the industry. Joel also discusses his time as a producer on “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure”, how the pandemic affected his career, and advice for aspiring producers.

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Patreon Bonus Episode: Clerks Watch Along

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 12:32:49 GMT

Yes, we're supposed to be here today! For this month, Derek is joined by actor and podcaster Thomas Carter Rochester (Lights, Thunder, Action!) to watch the classic Kevin Smith film, "Clerks"!

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#330: Luke Cheney

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by casting editor, commercial director, and podcaster Luke Cheney to talk about what made him want to work in the entertainment industry, what goes on behind the scenes of nonscripted (reality) television, and the pros and cons of virtual auditions. Luke also talks about working on “The Voice”, his career as a commercial director, and advice for those who want to work in entertainment.

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#329: Katie Chonacas

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by actor, voiceover artist and podcaster Katie Chonacas to talk about how she invested in herself during the peak of Covid-19, why she launched her podcast “She’s All Over the Place”, and what drove her to work in entertainment. Katie also talks about the impact that performances can have on us as human beings, why it’s so important for actors to listen, and audition advice for aspiring actors.

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#328: Howard Casner PLUS Top 5 90s Nickelodeon Cartoons

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, the Top 5 returns as Derek lists his Top 5 90s Nickelodeon Cartoons (2:04)! Plus, Derek is joined by writer and script consultant Howard Casner to talk about why he wanted to become a writer, why screenwriters don’t “create the blueprints” of a film, advice for aspiring screenwriters, and his podcast, “Pop Art” (22:30).

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Patreon Bonus Episode: Loki S1:E1 Watch Along

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 11:56:40 GMT

A watch along filled with "Glorious Purpose"! For this month, Derek watches the inaugural episode of the hit Disney + series, "Loki"!

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#327: Tony Armer

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by Tony Armer, the Film Commissioner for St. Petersburg Clearwater, Florida to discuss what made him want to work in film, how he became Film Commissioner, and some of the films that have highlighted the St. Petersburg Clearwater area. Tony also talks about starting the ‘Sunscreen Film Festival’, some of the lessons he’s learned while running the festival, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and his favorite ‘Spider-Man’ film.

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#326: Christopher McDonell PLUS The Matrix Resurrections and Hawkeye Trailer Reactions

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This week, Derek breaks down the trailers for ‘The Matrix Resurrections’ and ‘Hawkeye’, some of his theories on why Neo and Trinity have returned, and why fans shouldn’t be so critical because of one trailer (2:29). Plus, documentary filmmaker Christopher McDonell joins the show to chat with Derek about working as a PA on set of ‘The X-Files’, the inspiration behind his documentary, ‘Queen of the Beach’, and how it had an emotional impact on him (12:05).

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#325: Charlotte Louise Spencer and Alex Sorian Brown PLUS Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This weekend saw the release of the latest film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.’ Derek breaks down a bit of the character’s history, why it’s more than just another great Marvel film, and what it means for the future of the MCU (3:58). Plus, Derek is joined by actor/writer/producer Charlotte Louise Spencer and actor Alex Sorian Brown. They discuss the making of their latest film, ‘Evan Wood’, what made them want to work in the film industry, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (20:17).

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#324: Seamus Tierney PLUS CinemaCon 2021 Recap

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 10:04:43 GMT

This week, Derek recaps what took place at Cinemacon 2021, including why he’s excited for movies such as The Matrix: Resurrections, The Batman and Top Gun: Maverick (5:21). Plus, cinematographer Seamus Tierney joins the show to chat with Derek about what made him want to work in the film industry, the process of what goes into being a cinematographer, planning and shooting “The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers” series, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (14:26).

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#323: Sarah Randall Hunt PLUS Top 5 Movies of the 2000s

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT

From “Anchorman” to “Remember the Titans”, the 2000s brought moviegoers some of the most memorable films of a generation. Derek returns after a brief hiatus to list his Top 5 Movies of the 2000s (4:30)! Plus, Derek is joined by actor/writer/producer Sarah Randall Hunt to discuss what made her want to work in the film industry, why she became a producer, the inspiration behind her web series, “Stupid Cupid,” and advice for getting financial assistance for a film project (27:56). Finally, Derek wraps the show by giving his reactions to the trailer for “Spider-Man: No Way Home” (59:00).

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Patreon Bonus Episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Watch Along

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 07:00:00 GMT

This month, take a trip back to 1990 as Derek watches the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie! Jason Robbins (@JayFunktastic) and Wally Phelps (@TheRealBigWall) join Derek to discuss why the movie still holds up today, the timeless humor, some of their favorite moments, and more!

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#322: Loki Season 1 Review

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:01:00 GMT

The finale of the “Loki” series laid a bold new foundation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Derek gives his thoughts on the series as a whole, why it’s his favorite Marvel series (so far), and why he has concerns about the upcoming multiverse saga.

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#321: Patrick Kilpatrick Returns PLUS Top 5 Movie Twists

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 17:00:00 GMT

When you least expect it, movies can throw you for a loop with an unexpected twist that changes your entire opinion on the story. This week, Derek lists his Top 5 Movie Twists (2:45)! Plus, actor/writer/director Patrick Kilpatrick returns to chat with Derek about how the Covid-19 pandemic affected his career, starting Uncommon Dialogue Films, why he’s decided to run for Governor of California, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (15:44).

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#320: Robert Conway and Eva Hamilton

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by director Robert Conway and actress Eva Hamilton to discuss what made them want to work in the film industry, the struggles of independent filmmaking, working together on set of “Skinwalker”, some of their upcoming projects, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#319: Courtney Gains

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by actor/producer Courtney Gains to discuss how he knew he wanted to become an actor at an early age, the evolution of the film industry since the 1980s, and what he’s learned throughout his career. He also talks about his experiences on the sets of “Back to the Future” and “Sweet Home Alabama”, working on the set of “Queen Bees”, and advice for aspiring actors.

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#318: Ask Derek Anything

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Derek hosts a special live podcast to discuss technical difficulties with last week’s show, pays tribute to Richard Donner, his thoughts on the “Loki” series, and what could happen in the series finale. He also reviews the latest MCU film “Black Widow”, gives his thoughts on couples Halloween costumes, and his go to movie snacks!

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#317: The Parker Syndrome Watch-Along

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:01:00 GMT

As a preview for a new benefit to the podcast’s Patreon page, Derek hosts his first ever watch-along episode! For this special episode, Derek watches “The Parker Syndrome”, his first short film and directorial debut!

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#316: Jared Bankens PLUS Top 5 MCU Post Credit Scenes

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week, Derek lists his Top 5 post credit scenes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (2:09)! Plus, Derek is joined by actor and producer Jared Bankens to discuss how he became an actor, how the Covid-19 pandemic affected him personally, how he got the role of Isaac in the “Venom” movie, why he loves being a physical actor, and his latest film, “We All Think We’re Special” (17:40).

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#315: Mika Boorem

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week, Derek is joined by actress/director Mika Boorem to discuss how she got into the acting world at the age of seven, some of the changes that have happened in the film industry throughout her career, and directing her first feature film, “Hollywood.con”.

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#314: DC Glenn

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by musician and actor DC Glenn to discuss how he and Steve Gibson formed the iconic hip hop group Tag Team, how he managed to reinvent himself during the pandemic, advice for those who want to work in the entertainment industry, and the process of making the now infamous “Scoop, There It Is” GEICO commercial.

Follow DC Glenn on Twitter & Instagram @DCGlennATL

Check out DC Glenn’s website TagTeamBackAgain.com

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#313: Defending Bad Movies 3D PLUS Amazon Buys MGM & Cruella Review

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 07:01:00 GMT

With the purchase of MGM, Amazon has garnered the attention of the film industry. Derek breaks down what the purchase means for MGM’s properties & why it benefits all parties involved (2:35). He also reviews the latest Disney live-action adaptation, “Cruella” (10:23). Plus, Derek returns to Pensacon and hosts the third installment of the “Defending Bad Movies” panel! Jason Robbins, Julio Diaz, & Michael Dixon must once again say nothing but good things about some of the worst movies ever made (19:

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#312: Top 5 Live-Action TV Characters

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Compelling characters in television are one of the core elements to a successful television show. At times, these characters feel like close friends or family that we will miss when their respective shows come to an end. Derek breaks down why they are so beloved and lists his top five characters from live-action television series.

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#311: Sibel Guvenc

Thu, 20 May 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by filmmaker Sibel Guvenc to discuss the lessons she has learned from attending various festivals, what made her want to leave the steel industry to work in film, the making of her short, “End of the Rope”, some of her upcoming projects, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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Instragram: @guvencsibel

Twitter: @sibelguvencfilm

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#310: Nestor Carbonell and Shannon Kenny Carbonell

Thu, 13 May 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Nestor Carbonell and Shannon Kenny Carbonell join the podcast to chat with Derek about the inspiration behind Shannon’s new book, “All Is Not Lost”, the struggles of work-life balance in the film industry, and how the pandemic has changed filmmaking. They also talk about why they wanted to pursue careers as actors, techniques they’ve learned throughout their careers, what Shannon ultimately learned about herself after writing her book, and their upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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#309: Aileen Sheedy PLUS The Best (and Worst) Video Game Movies

Thu, 06 May 2021 07:01:00 GMT

With the release of the new “Mortal Kombat” film, Derek gives his thoughts on some of his favorite (and least favorite) video game movies (3:35). Plus, Derek is joined by filmmaker Aileen Sheedy to discuss the making of her short film “The Legend of Stella”, why she wanted to work in the film industry, the advantages of being a writer-director, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (20:03).

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#308: Nick Smith PLUS 2021 Oscars Reactions

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 07:01:00 GMT

After 15 months, the Oscars have returned. Derek breaks down his thoughts on the production of the ceremony, the controversial ending, and theorizes on what the Academy could have done instead of a traditional awards show (1:05). Plus, Derek is joined by filmmaker Nick Smith to discuss the making of his short film “Ask Astrid”, dealing with Covid-19 protocols while filming, why the Emerald Coast has a great film community, his work on “The Referral” and “Zombeez”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (26:35).

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#307: What’s Wrong with the Oscars? PLUS Top 5 ‘90s Movies

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Have the Oscars lost their appeal to fans of film? Derek gives his reasons why he’s not too excited about this weekend’s Academy Awards, how he thinks the ceremony has lost its appeal, what he would do to improve it, and how he compares the Oscars to pro wrestling (0:48). Plus, the Top 5 returns as Derek lists his Top 5 Movies from the ‘90s (10:26)!

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#306: Mark Tompkins, Kate Dalton, Adam Weber & Derek James Elstro PLUS Everyone Hates John Walker

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Derek gives his thoughts on the phenomenal job that Wyatt Russell has done in bringing the John Walker character to life, and what the name “Captain America” truly means (0:52). Plus, Derek is joined by writer-director and stars of “Warmed-Over Krautrock,” Mark Tompkins, Kate Dalton, Adam Weber and Derek James Elstro. They discuss the inspiration behind the film and how it speaks to different types of creatives (16:03).

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#305: Christopher Soren Kelly and Jessica Graham PLUS Why Godzilla vs. Kong Rocks

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 07:01:00 GMT

“Godzilla vs. Kong” is the first major blockbuster movie of 2021. Derek breaks down his thoughts on the film, why it’s exactly what it needs to be, the “SnyderVerse” fans allegedly trying to sabotage the film with bad reviews, and the use of his hometown of Pensacola in the movie (0:39). Plus, Derek is joined by writer-director and stars of “The Tangle,” Christopher Soren Kelly and Jessica Graham. They discuss the inspiration behind the film, how they were able to manage their various roles in the project, the biggest lessons they learned from working on the film, what made them want to work in the industry, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (14:47).

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#304: Ask Derek Anything

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 07:01:00 GMT

To celebrate seven years of "The Derek Diamond Experience", Derek hosts a special "Ask Me Anything" live show. Among the topics discussed are his thoughts on “Zack Snyder’s Justice League”, the news of “Black Widow” being delayed yet again, his excitement for the “Obi-Wan Kenobi” series, some of his most anticipated movies of 2021, how much time he spends on his hair every morning, and how he feels about being engaged.

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#303: Laura Hall Revisited

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 07:01:00 GMT

This week, Derek looks back at his conversation with musician Laura Hall!

(Note: This originally aired as Episode #123 of The Derek Diamond Experience on October 20, 2016)

Musician Laura Hall chats with Derek about growing up around the music/improv scene in Chicago, working as a waitress at The Second City, her time on the hit comedy show Whose Line is it Anyway?, her band The Sweet Potatoes, her book The Improv Comedy Musician, her other projects, and more!

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#302: Steven M. Smith, Tony Fadil, and Elliot Cable PLUS A Year of Covid in the Film Industry

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:01:00 GMT

Derek looks back on a year of changes in the film and television industries and recaps some of his former guests thoughts on the pandemic (0:49). Plus, Derek is joined by writer-director and stars of “Dead Again,” Steven M. Smith, Tony Fadil and Elliot Cable. They discuss the inspiration behind the film, the dynamic between Tony and Elliot’s characters, some of their favorite stories from the set, and what made them want to work in the industry (19:43).

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#301: Dr. Thomas Keith PLUS Is it Time for a New Superman?

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 08:01:00 GMT

It appears as if Superman will fly again, with JJ Abrams producing and author Ta-Nehisi Coates writing the script for another reboot. Derek talks gives his thoughts on why he has no problem with an African American Superman, and how a reboot can both help and hurt DC films in the long term (0:47). Plus, filmmaker Dr. Thomas Keith joins the show to chat with Derek about his new documentary, “Bullied”, the emotional impact it had on him personally,vand advice for aspiring documentary filmmakers. (11:14)

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#300: Brian O’Halloran PLUS Top 5 Moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 08:01:00 GMT

It’s Episode 300! Derek reflects on years of podcasting, talks about some big changes in his personal life, and lists his Top 5 Moments from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (4:28). Plus, actor Brian O’Halloran joins the show to chat with Derek about the making of Clerks, how the movie has inspired a generation of filmmakers, Kevin Smith’s inspiration for the Dante and Randal characters, the thankless jobs in the film industry, his time on set of Monsters Anonymous, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (27

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#299: Victoria Gordon PLUS A Celebration of Black Film

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 08:01:00 GMT

In honor of Black History Month, Derek talks about the history of African Americans in the film industry, some of the most emotionally powerful Black films, his thoughts on the newly released “Judas and the Black Messiah” (0:53). Plus, actress/director/producer Victoria Gordon joins the show to chat with Derek about the changes in her career due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the inspiration behind her new web series “Pilot Season”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers (17:00).

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#298: Maceo Greenberg, Andrew Creer, and Samantha Robinson PLUS Film vs. TV: What is the Best Way to Tell a Story?

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 08:01:00 GMT

It's been a long-debated topic: What is the better way to tell a story? Film or television? Derek gives his thoughts on the “watercooler talk” caused by compelling television, the appeal of both platforms, and why story structure is the reason he prefers film (0:48). Plus, writer/director Maceo Greenberg, actor Andrew Creer, and actress Samantha Robinson join the show to chat with Derek about their upcoming film “Take Me to Tarzana”, and what made them want to pursue a career in the film industry (1

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#297: Han Soto PLUS Cobra Kai Season 3 Review

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 08:01:00 GMT

After its initial launch, the “Cobra Kai” series quickly gained a loyal fanbase, one that expanded even more when the series moved to Netflix. Derek gives his thoughts on his initial expectations for the show, why nostalgia sells, and his thoughts on the latest season (0:44). Plus, actor Han Soto joins the show to chat with Derek about his pivotal role in “Cobra Kai” season three, the unique charm of 80s films, his time on set of “Logan”, and starting his “Kamizake Dogfight” distribution company (13:34).

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#296: Elesia Marie PLUS Top 5 Film and TV Couples

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 08:01:00 GMT

By popular demand, it’s the return of the Top 5 lists! With Valentine’s Day approaching, Derek lists his Top 5 Film and TV Couples (3:25). Plus, actor/writer/director Elesia Marie joins the show to talk about the inspiration behind the story of “Zombeez”, the strong filmmaking community of the Gulf Coast, how she’s been preparing for shooting, bee puns, what made her want to be an actress, trying new aspects of the industry, and advice for aspiring actors (22:38).

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#295: Bourke Floyd PLUS Films Are Being Pushed Back (Again)

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 08:01:00 GMT

The pandemic continues to wreak havoc on the film industry, as many blockbuster films originally scheduled for a 2020 release are pushed back yet again. Derek breaks down the latest batch of delays, and how it will impact 2022 releases (4:19). Plus, actor Bourke Floyd joins the show to chat with Derek about his time on set of the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film, why PA’s deserve more credit, why he stepped away from the industry for nearly a decade, and his upcoming film “Sour” (15:11).

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#294: Jaimie Beebe

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 08:01:00 GMT

Casting director Jaimie Beebe joins the show to chat with Derek about how the pandemic has affected her career, how running a friend’s production company started her career in the film industry, and her early career in reality television. They also talk about the risks and rewards of “putting yourself out there” to the industry, the process of a casting director’s job, the positive outcomes of Covid-19, her podcast “Strictly Stalking”, and advice for aspiring actors.

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#293: Christina Wren

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 08:01:00 GMT

Actor Christina Wren joins the show to chat with Derek about how the film industry has adjusted to a virtual environment, how she was fascinated with acting from an early age, and the role her mother played in pursuing her career. She also talks about the importance of understanding all aspects of the film industry, playing the role of Major Carrie Farris in “Man of Steel” and “Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice”, being a part of the “L.A. Macabre” series, and advice for aspiring actors.

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#292: The Mandalorian Roundtable

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 08:01:00 GMT

This week, Steve Wise and Thomas Carter Rochester join Derek for a special roundtable discussion on “The Mandalorian” television series. They discuss their initial expectations for the series when it was announced, how it captured the same feel of the original trilogy, and the inspirations the creators used for both seasons of the show. They also break down some of the pivotal moments of season two, the shocking reveal in the season finale, and where the show ranks among other “Star Wars” stories.

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#291: The Empire Strikes Back Roundtable

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 08:01:00 GMT

The Empire Strikes Back is widely considered to be not just the best film in the Star Wars franchise, but one of the best films ever made. Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps return to chat with Derek about their first memories of the film, some of its greatest moments, and why this film has some of John Williams’ best music. They also talk about how the changes in the Special Editions helped to enhance the film, how it set the standard for storytelling, and the overall legacy of The Empire Strikes Back.

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#290: Lanett Tachel

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Actor/writer/producer Lanett Tachel joins the show to chat with Derek about the positive and negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, what made her want to become an actor, their mutual love of storytelling, and how she got into the industry. She also talks about what goes into a producer’s job, the satisfaction of helping employ other filmmakers, the differences between working film and television projects, her time on set of “Middleton Christmas”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#289: The Office Roundtable

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Since its premiere in 2005, The Office has become one of the most popular shows in recent memory. Wally Phelps and Josh Schenewerk join the show to chat with Derek about the faults of the first season, what got them hooked onto the show, and some of their favorite cold opens. They also talk about the void left by Steve Carell in the later seasons, some of the show’s underrated characters, the most cringeworthy Michael Scott moments, and the overall legacy of The Office.

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#288: Christopher Dukes

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Actor/stunt coordinator Christopher Dukes chats with Derek about how the pandemic has affected his career, what made him want to become an actor, and how working live performances at Six Flags led to him becoming a stunt coordinator. He also talks about the process of coordinating stunts for a film, what it was like on set for his latest film “Middleton Christmas”, and advice for aspiring actors.

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#287: Top 5 Christmas Movies

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Whether it’s binge watching, family traditions, or casual viewings, Christmas films have had special meaning to audiences for generations. Derek hosts a special live podcast to discuss non-traditional Christmas films, lists his top 5 Christmas movies, and reads the lists submitted by the listeners.

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#286: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Roundtable

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 08:01:00 GMT

One of Derek’s personal favorite movies is the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film. In addition to it being a personal favorite, it’s also the first movie he saw in theaters! Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps (Monsters Anonymous) return to the show to chat with Derek about their first memories of watching the film, the layers of detail that went into its production, why the film still holds up today, some of their favorite moments, and what they consider to be the film’s legacy.

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#285: Suzanne DeLaurentiis

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Producer/director/writer Suzanne DeLaurentiis joins the show to chat with Derek about developing a program that trains wounded veterans to work successfully in the film/television industry, and what made her want to pursue a career in film. She also talks about the changes in the industry since the beginning of her career, the role of a producer, the idea behind one of her latest films “Middleton Christmas”, and advice for women who want to work in the film industry.

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#284: Tara Johnson-Medinger

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Director/Producer Tara Johnson-Medinger joins the show to chat with Derek about how filmmaking has benefitted from the rise of streaming platforms, working in the television broadcast industry and how it helped prepare her for a career in film. She also talks about the role of a producer in the film industry, why the business side of film is often overlooked, making her directorial debut with “My Summer as a Goth”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#283: Evil Dead Roundtable

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Revolutionary. Groundbreaking. Groovy. These are just a few words that are commonly used when describing the Evil Dead franchise. Filmmakers Steve Wise and Jason Robbins return to the podcast to chat with Derek about their first memories of the series, why it's innovative, and its brilliant balance of horror and comedy. They also talk about how “Evil Dead: The Musical” introduced Derek to the series, their thoughts on the 2013 remake, some of their favorite moments, and the legacy of the franchise.

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#282: Monsters Anonymous Revisited

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek takes a look back at a fun interview from 2016 with Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps, the co-writers of the horror comedy film “Monsters Anonymous”!

(NOTE: This originally aired as Episode 101 on May 5, 2016)

Podcasters/filmmakers Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps chat with Derek about how they met, the days of message boards, the process of making their short film Monsters Anonymous (writing the script, how Jeremy London got involved, their Kickstarter campaign, the craziness of filming) and more!

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#281: Jaqueline Fleming and Jeremy Holm

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Actors Jaqueline Fleming and Jeremy Holm join the show to chat with Derek about how Covid-19 has affected their career, what made them want to become actors, and how working in theater helped transition to careers in film and television. They also talk about their time on set of their latest film “Don’t Look Back”, fun on-set stories, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#280: Top 5 Horror Films

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Since the days of Edgar Allen Poe, audiences have been fascinated by the horror genre. And that popularity has grown even more since the inception of horror films. Derek kicks off Halloween Horror Month with a special Facebook Live podcast to discuss his new appreciation for the genre and how he overcame his long-standing anxiety for it. He also lists his Top 5 Horror Films, and reads the lists of the viewers and listeners.

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#279: Danielle Deadwyler

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Actor Danielle Deadwyler joins the show to chat with Derek about how Covid-19 has affected her career, the culture of her hometown of Atlanta, and what made her want to become an actor. She also talks about why she wanted the role of Lemon Cassidy in “The Devil to Pay”, why it felt empowering to her, her time on set of the “Watchmen” TV series, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#278: Paige McCay and Java Moody

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Film festivals have become more prevalent with the rise of independent filmmaking. Paige McCay and Java Moody join the show to chat with Derek about what made each of them want to become filmmakers, and the creation of their production company “321 Productions”. They also talk about why they wanted to create the Mountain Tales Film Festival, the challenges of changing the festival due to Covid-19, and some powerful advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#277: Back to the Future Roundtable

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Back to the Future has been regarded as one of the greatest and most influential films ever made. Filmmakers Steve Wise (Sur’vi) and Jessie McCormack (Piss Off, I Love You) join Derek to discuss their memories of being introduced to “Back to the Future”, why it’s considered a “perfect film”, and the underrated performances of Lea Thompson and Tom Wilson. They also talk about some of their favorite moments, the importance of Alan Silvestri’s score, and the overall legacy of the film.

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#276: Kevin & Nikki Del Principe

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by filmmakers Kevin and Nikki Del Principe to discuss how the pandemic has affected their career, why you don’t have to live in Los Angeles to be a filmmaker, and what made them want to work in the industry. They also talk about the value of having a strong filmmaking community, the process of making their first feature “Up on the Glass”, some of the film’s emotional moments, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and answers questions from Derek’s Patreon subscribers.

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#275: Jessie McCormack

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by writer/director/actor Jessie McCormack to discuss how the pandemic has affected her work, their mutual love of 80s films, and how she fell in love with the entertainment industry at an early age. She also talks about transitioning from acting to writing, the inspiration behind her webseries “Piss Off, I Love You,” the importance of having a good cast and crew, advice for aspiring filmmakers, and answers questions from Derek’s Patreon subscribers.

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#274: DC Fandome Recap PLUS Top 5 Live Action DC Movies

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 07:01:00 GMT

DC Fandome, Warner Bros and DC’s virtual Comic-Con, garnered 22 million live viewers and gave us a glimpse into the future of the DC films. Derek hosts a special Facebook Live podcast to recap the massive amount of news from the event, including the incredible trailer for “The Batman,” the possibilities of future DC films exploring the multiverse, and how DC can catch up to Marvel Studios. Derek ends the show by listing his Top 5 Live Action DC Movies, and also reads the lists of the viewers!

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#273: Ben Rekhi

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by writer/director/producer Ben Rehki to discuss how the pandemic has affected his career, what may happen with the movie theater business model, and what the “new normal” could possibly be for the entertainment industry. Ben also talks about discovering his love of filmmaking at an early age, learning a wealth of knowledge on the set of “O’ Brother, Where Art Thou?,” the challenges of creating his film “Watch List,” and how it relates to events happening in the United States.

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#272: Rebecca Day

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 07:01:00 GMT

The impact of Covid-19 has affected everyone and has changed the world in many ways. Film producer and psychotherapist Rebecca Day joins the show to chat with Derek about why she wanted to work in the film industry and the role of a producer. She also talks about what made her want to pursue a career in psychotherapy, the importance of “work-life balance”, the creation of her therapy practice “Film in Mind”, and what may happen in the film industry after Covid-19.

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#271: Tom Deschenes

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 07:01:00 GMT

The epicenter of all great films can be narrowed down to a few common things. A great story is one of those things. Filmmaker, screenwriter, and award-winning author Tom Deschenes joins the show to chat with Derek about their mutual love of pro wrestling, the use of characters in storytelling, the three act structure and how it applies to trilogies, how he got involved with the documentary “One Team: The Story of the Lewiston High School Blue Devils”, and the importance of networking in the film industry.

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#270: Ryan Brookhart

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by artist and filmmaker Ryan Brookhart to discuss growing up in Ohio, recreating films as a kid, their thoughts on those that are critical of creative mediums, their mutual love of movie posters, and his time as Art Director of Full Moon Entertainment. They also talk about what could happen in the creative world after the pandemic, why he directed his latest film “Two Ways to Go West,” how the movie’s ending is relatable, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#269: Kyle Couch

Thu, 23 Jul 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek is joined by filmmaker Kyle Couch to discuss his small town roots, how that played into his love of storytelling, and becoming a filmmaker. Kyle also talks about why it’s a good thing for filmmakers to “wear many hats” during the process, what he loves about editing and writing, working on his first feature film “The Tent,” and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#268: Steve Wise Part 3

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Writer/director/producer Steve Wise joins the podcast to discuss all things screenwriting. We discuss the lessons Steve learned during his time at the University of Central Florida, how to get started with your script, character development, and dialogue. We also talk about things to avoid doing in a screenplay, getting critical feedback, and what to do with your screenplay once it's complete.

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#267: Mike Mayhall

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Writer/director/actor Mike Mayhall joins the show to chat with Derek about how Covid-19 has affected his work, wanting to be an actor from an early age, and performing in Disney and Universal stage shows. He also talks about the transition to film and television, why he became a writer/director, being nominated for an Emmy as part of his “Bronx SIU” series, doing stuntwork for “Bill & Ted Face the Music”, and advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#266: Hamilton Roundtable Revisited

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 07:01:00 GMT

To celebrate the release of the Hamilton film on Disney +, Derek is revisiting the Hamilton-themed episode of the podcast!

(NOTE: This was originally released as Episode #195)

Hamilton has become one of the most well-reviewed musicals in modern history, and we're talking about it on the podcast! Adam Waldron, Joey Truncale, Luke Thompson, Anna Striano, and Jake Hall join Derek to discuss how they were introduced to Hamilton, thoughts on seeing it live, and the possibilities of a Hamilton movie.

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#265: Cam Cowan

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world, known for its lemurs and unique biodiversity. But the real Madagascar is much different than the world imagines. Former lawyer turned documentary filmmaker Cam Cowan joins the show to chat with Derek about why he made a career change, the inspiration behind his documentary “Madagasikara,” the most challenging aspects of making it a reality, and advice for aspiring documentary filmmakers.

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#264: Jen Bagley and Mary Hewey

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Filmmakers Jen Bagley and Mary Hewey join the show to chat with Derek about how they met, what gave them the idea to make a documentary, learning Jack and YaYa’s stories, the challenges of making the documentary with no crew, how it emotionally affected them, and the impact they hope it has on the transgender and LGBTQ communities.

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#263: Top 10 Villains in Film and TV

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Why are we fascinated by villains? There have been multiple occasions in film and television where the villain is more interesting than the protagonist. This week, Derek hosts a live edition of the podcast and talks about why he’s drawn to these types of characters, lists his Top 10 Villains in Film and TV, and also reads the lists of the viewers and listeners!

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#262: Miles Doleac

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Actor/writer/director Miles Doleac joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in Mississippi, the rise of creative arts in the southeast, encouraging words for aspiring filmmakers, what made him want to pursue a career as an actor, and reflecting on himself as an artist. He also talks about his time on set of “Son of a Gun,” his latest feature film “The Dinner Party,” and his advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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#261: Victoria Vertuga PLUS Top 10 Comedy Films

Thu, 28 May 2020 07:01:00 GMT

During the pandemic, we’ve been looking to movies and television for a distraction. One genre that rarely fails to serve as a distraction is comedy. Derek lists his top 10 comedy films, and also reads the lists of the viewers and listeners! (0:14) Finally, actress/writer Victoria Vertuga joins the show to chat with Derek about how she’s handing the pandemic, working in the business side of entertainment, why she transitioned to a career in front of the camera, and her new web series “DisGraced” (46:00).

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#260: Writing for Comedy Panel

Thu, 21 May 2020 07:01:00 GMT

From the archives of unreleased episodes comes a fun panel from the inaugural Pensacola Indie Fringe and Comedy Festival! Panelists Scott Warner, Marianne del Gallego, Clayton Habecker, Connie Morris, Kip Hayes, and Rodney Whatley join Derek to discuss why they got into writing, the challenges of writing comedy, how they address critiques, and take questions from the audience!

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#259: Top 10 Sci-Fi Films

Thu, 14 May 2020 07:01:00 GMT

One of the most important film genres of Derek’s childhood is science fiction. His love of classics such as “Star Wars” and “Back to the Future” helped shape his taste in movies. On this week’s podcast, Derek talks about his love of the genre, his Top 10 Sci-Fi films, and also reads the lists of the viewers and listeners!

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#258: Hugh Jackman Retrospective

Thu, 07 May 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Since seeing “X2” in theaters back in 2003, Hugh Jackman has been one of Derek’s favorite actors, and this week he’s bringing his Jackman fandom to the podcast! Derek hosts a special Facebook Live show to talk about why he’s a big fan, some of his favorite Hugh Jackman roles, why he thinks Jackman is an underrated actor, the diversity of the characters he plays, and what he hopes to see from Hugh Jackman in the future!

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#257: Top 10 Disney Animated Movies

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek’s bringing a dose of “The Daily Diamond” morning show to the podcast! He talks about why Disney films have a certain “magic” about them and some of his special Disney memories. He also lists his Top 10 Disney Animated Movies, and also reads the lists of the viewers and listeners!

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#256: Stephen King Film and TV Adaptations Panel

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 07:01:00 GMT

During this time of quarantine, Derek has delved into the archives of unreleased podcasts to bring you a panel from Pensacon! Derek is joined by Steve Wise, Jason Robbins, Nathan Simmons, Nik Flagstar, and Bill Gibson to discuss Stephen King’s Film and TV Adaptations. Topics include how they were introduced to Stephen King’s work, some of their favorite and least favorite adaptations, which adaptations scare them the most, and answer questions from the audience!

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#255: Thomas Carter Rochester

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 07:01:00 GMT

The “Jumanji” reboot surprised everyone by being one of the most fun action/comedies in recent memory. Thomas Rochester (Lights, Thunder, Action Podcast) joins Derek to discuss their mutual love of the latest film in the series “Jumanji: The Next Level,” what makes Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson such a likeable actor, why the new “Jumanji” films are enjoyable, and what they would like to see in a third installment. Thomas also talks about the upcoming CyberCon and what you can expect from it!

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#254: Megan Freels Johnston PLUS Onward Review

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Pixar’s “Onward” was forced to end its theatrical run early. Derek hosts a live review of the film and talks about why “Onward” was surprisingly good, the smart storytelling, and why this is truly a film for everyone (0:56). Plus, Megan Freels Johnston joins the show to talk about how she started working in the film industry, the role of a producer, what made her want to become a director, and the inspiration behind her short film “Dear Guest" (33:30).

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#253: Who (or What) is Tiger King?

Thu, 02 Apr 2020 07:01:00 GMT

"Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness" is the only show crazier than the world outside right now. Derek breaks down the Netflix series that provides a look into the world of big cat conservationists and collectors. He also gives his thoughts on why the show launched at the perfect time, the craziest moments from the show (and there’s a lot of them), the various accusations that the show implies, the true lesson that the series missed on, and if there will be a follow up season.

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#252: Honey Lauren PLUS The Aeronauts Review

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts a live review of the Amazon Original film “The Aeronauts” and why he’s gained appreciation for independent film (0:48). Plus, actress/writer/director Honey Lauren joins the show to chat with Derek about how the coronavirus has affected the film industry, growing up in Los Angeles, why luck is an important factor in work, and stepping behind the camera to write and direct “Wives of the Skies” (22:59).

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#251: Seanna Pereira PLUS Six Year Anniversary AMA

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 07:01:00 GMT

To celebrate six years of podcasting, Derek hosts an “Ask Me Anything” Facebook Live show! Topics include upcoming tweaks to the show due to COVID-19, favorite TikToks videos, and who would survive the “Blue Wahoos Front Office Hunger Games” (2:40). Plus, actress and singer Seanna Pereira joins the show to chat with Derek about landing her first movie role at the age of five, how she continues to challenge herself in her young career, her love of singing, and her new film “Dead Man Run” (51:53).

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#250: Defending Bad Movies II: The Revenge

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 07:01:00 GMT

Is "Jaws: The Revenge" REALLY the worst sequel that's ever been made? Do you enjoy all the freeze puns from "Batman & Robin?" These questions and more will be answered as The Derek Diamond Experience returns to Pensacon! In this follow up to last year’s panel, Jason Robbins, Wally Phelps, Julio Diaz, Brandon Rutledge and Nathan Simmons join Derek to defend more bad movies!

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#249: Marialisa Caruso PLUS Sonic the Hedgehog Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 08:01:00 GMT

The success of the live-action “Sonic the Hedgehog” film is one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year. Derek hosts a special live podcast to discuss his thoughts on why the film has been successful, and his thoughts on a potential sequel (01:17). Plus, actress/writer Marialisa Caruso chats with Derek about her unique path to joining the “Emerald Run” project, what it was like to rewrite a script for a partially completed film, her “Best Supporting Actress” awards, and her future projects.

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#248: Cindy Morgan PLUS Tron Retrospective

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 08:01:00 GMT

One of the most influential films when it comes to visual effects is Disney’s 1982 sci-fi classic “TRON.” Jason Robbins returns to chat with Derek about why the film doesn’t get the credit it deserves, why the movies of that era have a unique charm, and the legacy of the franchise (01:14). Finally, actress Cindy Morgan joins the show to talk about growing up in Chicago, crazy stories from the set of “Caddyshack,” the process of making “TRON,” and her upcoming appearance at Pensacon (33:20).

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#247: Catherine Sutherland PLUS Power Rangers Roundtable

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 08:01:00 GMT

“Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers” was arguably the biggest children’s show of the 90s. Bill Lyons and Thomas Rochester chat with Derek about their first memories of the show, meeting some of the cast members, and answer fan questions (01:20)! Finally, actress Catherine Sutherland joins the show to discuss being introduced to “Power Rangers” by auditioning for the series, the pressure of replacing Amy Jo Johnson, the inspiration behind her children’s book, and her upcoming appearance at Pensacon

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#246: Aaron Pagniano and Zack Ogle PLUS 2020 Oscars Reactions and Parasite Review

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts another Facebook Live show to give his thoughts on the 92nd Academy Awards, as well as his review of the four-time Oscar winning film “Parasite” (1:19). Finally, co-writers Aaron Pagniano and Zack Ogle join the show to chat with Derek about what inspired them to work in film, meeting each other at the FSU Film School, the process of making their short film “We Got a Monkey’s Paw,” and advice for aspiring filmmakers (28:04).

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#245: Christopher Burdett PLUS Derek’s 2020 Oscars Predictions

Thu, 06 Feb 2020 08:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts a special live episode of the podcast to give his predictions on who will (and should) win at the 92nd Academy Awards (01:29). Finally, artist Christopher Burdett joins the show to chat with Derek about the Kickstarter for his upcoming book “The Grand Bazaar of Ethra VanDalia,” what inspired him to create monsters, the process of designing creatures for film and television, the transition of becoming an artist, and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon (41:41).

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#244: Nathan Pfaff PLUS Star Trek: Picard “Remembrance” Review

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 08:01:00 GMT

One of the most beloved characters in “Star Trek” history is Patrick Stewart’s Jean-Luc Picard. This week, Derek flies solo on Facebook Live as he reviews the premiere episode of “Star Trek: Picard” (0:39). Finally, filmmaker Nathan Pfaff joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in Papua New Guinea, what made him want to become a filmmaker, discovering his love of documentary filmmaking, the process of making his doc “Film School Africa,” and advice for aspiring filmmakers (33:38).

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#243: Stefanie Bloom PLUS Derek’s Top 10 Movies of 2019

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 08:01:00 GMT

For the first time in over a year, The Derek Diamond Experience was live! Derek hosted a special Facebook Live show highlighting his top 10 movies from 2019 (0:46). Finally, actor/model Stefanie Bloom joins the show to chat with Derek about wanting to perform at an early age, the bonding that takes place on a film set, why hustling is key to an actors’ success, and her latest film “2050” (49:15).

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#242: Jasper Cole PLUS 1917 Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 08:01:00 GMT

After months of waiting, the WWI thriller “1917” has finally hit theaters. Adam Waldron and Joey Truncale (The Unicorn Wranglers) return to chat with Derek about their immediate impressions of the movie, and why the performances by the characters stands out just as much as the cinematography (0:51). Finally, actor Jasper Cole joins the show to discuss growing up in Georgia, being introduced to acting, how he found his niche playing a villain, and advice for aspiring actors and filmmakers (43:28).

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#241: Defending Bad Comedies

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 08:01:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience invades the Pensacola Indie Fringe and Comedy Festival! In this special panel, host Derek Diamond draws the name of a terrible comedy film from a hat and the panelists have to do their best to provide redeeming qualities of the movie with hilarious results! Panelists include Julio Diaz, Jason Robbins, Wally Phelps, and Chad Sanders.

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#240: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 02 Jan 2020 08:01:00 GMT

The Skywalker Saga has reached its conclusion with “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.” Steve Wise (Sur’vi), Jason Robbins (Monsters Anonymous), Jonathan McIntosh (The Maple Leaf Murders), Wally Phelps (Monsters Anonymous), and LaVonne French (Sur’vi) join Derek to review the film. They also discuss the choices made with the characters, address the criticisms that it retconned “The Last Jedi,” the story possibly being “too safe,” and what the “Star Wars” franchise means to them.

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#239: Star Wars Roundtable: The Disney Era

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 08:01:00 GMT

In 2012, Lucasfilm was purchased by Disney, and with that came the announcement of new Star Wars films. Steve Wise, Jason Robbins, and Jonathan McIntosh return to chat with Derek about their initial reaction to “The Force Awakens” being announced, why “Rogue One” and “Solo” are better movies than you may remember them to be, the huge success of “The Mandalorian,” defending “The Last Jedi,” and their predictions for “The Rise of Skywalker.”

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#238: Star Wars Roundtable: The Prequel Trilogy

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 08:01:00 GMT

One of the most polarizing topics among “Star Wars” fans is the infamous Prequel Trilogy. Steve Wise, Jason Robbins, and Jonathan McIntosh return to chat with Derek about their initial excitement for “The Phantom Menace,” the wasted potential of Darth Maul, the positive and negative aspects of “Attack of the Clones,” and why “Revenge of the Sith” failed to have the emotional impact that it needed.

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#237: Star Wars Roundtable: The Original Trilogy

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 08:01:00 GMT

The “Star Wars” series is one of the most beloved and polarizing franchises in the history of film. Steve Wise (Sur’vi), Jason Robbins (Monsters Anonymous), and Jonathan McIntosh (The Maple Leaf Murders) join Derek to discuss their first memories of “Star Wars,” some of the iconic moments from the original trilogy, and debate the changes that were made for the Special Edition rereleases.

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#236: Jeffrey Frame, Nick Smith, & Amelia Gilley

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Derek is ending 2019 with a bang by hosting the first “Gulf Coast Filmmakers Showcase,” and he’s talking with three of the filmmakers that will be featured! Jeffrey Frame chats with Derek about his latest short film “Shoreline” (0:45). Plus, Nick Smith joins the show to talk about directing “The Verso Verdict” as part of the “100 Hour Film Race” (22:18). Finally, writer/director Amelia Gilley chats with Derek about the process of making her short film “Alters” as part of the “48 Hour Film Festival."

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#235: Brittney Leist PLUS Sam Sawyer PLUS Knives Out Review

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 08:01:00 GMT

The “Whodunnit” genre of film has made a return with Rian Johnson’s “Knives Out.” Steve Wise & Julio Diaz join Derek to discuss what makes the film more than a traditional murder-mystery, & the great performances by the cast (0:56). Plus, actress Brittney Leist chats with Derek about how what made her want to be an actress, & working together on “The Parker Syndrome.” (34:56). Finally, artist Sam Sawyer joins the show to discuss her career, & the inspiration behind “Salem."

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#234: Michelle Danner PLUS JoJo Rabbit Review with Steve Wise

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Taika Waititi’s satiric comedy JoJo Rabbit has become one of the best reviewed movies of 2019. Steve Wise (Sur’vi) returns to discuss watching the film at the Orlando Film Festival, the wide range of emotion portrayed throughout the film, and why it’s as close to a perfect film as you can get (1:10). Finally, Derek chats with acting coach Michelle Danner about growing up in the entertainment industry, why she became an acting instructor, and the transition to becoming a film director (28:15).

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#233: Nathan Ives PLUS The Mandalorian Review with Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps (SPOILERS)

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 08:01:00 GMT

In the short time since its initial release, “The Mandalorian” has taken the internet by storm. Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps, co-writers of “Monsters Anonymous,” return to discuss the first two episodes of the series, why it feels like classic “Star Wars,” and of course, the big reveal (1:03). Finally, Derek is joined by writer/director Nathan Ives to discuss the importance of timing in life, his documentary “Somewhere in the Middle,” and the perception of success in the entertainment industry.

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#232: Hannah Race PLUS The Lighthouse Review with Julio Diaz (SPOILERS)

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 08:01:00 GMT

One of several films that’s already receiving Oscar buzz is Robert Egger’s psychological thriller “The Lighthouse.” Julio Diaz (Pensacon, Pensacola Movie Club) joins Derek to discuss the previous work of Robert Eggers, the unique look of “The Lighthouse,” the Oscar caliber performances of Robert Pattinson and Willem Dafoe, and the possible future of the theater experience (0:29). Then, actress Hannah Race joins Derek to discuss then making of her first feature film “Echoes of Fear” (30:21).

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#231: Terminator Roundtable

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 08:01:00 GMT

With the release of Terminator: Dark Fate, one of the most iconic franchises in film history is back in the limelight. Steve Wise and Jason Robbins join Derek to discuss what made T1 & T2: Judgment Day two of the greatest films ever made , & why T3 failed to capture the same charm as the first two films. They also talk about why “Terminator Salvation” deserves a second look, & the pros and cons with Genysis. Finally, they discuss their thoughts on Dark Fate (SPOILERS), & the overall legacy of the franchise.

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#230: Halloween III: Season of the Witch Review

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Happy Halloween! In this special episode, Derek is joined by Jason Robbins, co-writer of “Monsters Anonymous,” and former professional wrestler Joey Image to review the polarizing film “Halloween III: Season of the Witch.” They discuss the decision to abandon the Michael Myers storyline, debate if this film would have been successful as a standalone, what could have happened if this were the first sequel to “Halloween,” and the overall highs and lows of the film.

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#229: Nicole Dambro PLUS Jay and Silent Bob Reboot Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Kevin Smith returns to the View Askewniverse with his latest film “Jay and Silent Bob Reboot.” Jason Robbins, co-writer of “Monsters Anonymous,” returns to the show to join Derek in discussing the film, the evolution of the View Askewniverse characters, the hilarious cameos, and why it may be Kevin Smith’s best film (0:48). Finally, Derek is joined by actress Nicole Dambro to discuss growing up in Florida, her transition from dancing to acting, her latest film “Groupers” and more (39:42).

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#228: Jody Wheeler PLUS Joker Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Todd Phillip’s “Joker,” was one of the most anticipated and controversial films of the year. Jason Robbins, co-writer of “Monsters Anonymous,” joins Derek to discuss the film, why people are drawn to the Joker character, Joaquin Phoenix’s performance, its societal ramifications, and why it’s arguably the most important comic book film ever made (0:54). Finally, Derek is joined by writer-director Jody Wheeler to discuss his feature film debut, “The Dark Place” (35:46) .

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#227: The Fanaticon Experience

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 07:01:00 GMT

In this special episode, Derek recaps his trip to Dothan, Alabama for Fanaticon! During the convention, he had a chance to chat with Makeup/Visual FX Artist Matt Silva (3:13), actress Sonya Thompson (19:20), and Fanaticon founder/director Phil Chalker (28:27) about their experiences at the convention, advice for those who want to pursue their respective careers, and more!

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#226: Jim Ross

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 22:41:51 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience invades Fanaticon! In this special episode, Derek sits down with WWE Hall of Famer and AEW broadcaster Jim Ross (@JrsBBQ) to talk about the launch of AEW Dynamite, why he chose to leave WWE to continue his broadcasting career, what drew him to professional wrestling, paying his dues in the business, finding your passion, and his appearance at Fanaticon.

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#225: Tonya Kay

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Actress and director Tonya Kay joins the show to discuss growing up in a small farming town, the lessons she’s learned from visiting various cities, and why her fascination with humanity influences her acting career. She also talks about growing up in a performance environment, having a good support system, the idea behind her film “The Ascension of Ava Delaine” (which was shot entirely with a drone!), and advice for aspiring filmmakers and entertainers.

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#224: Anderson Cowan

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Writer/director Anderson Cowan joins the show to discuss growing up in California, how he caught “the bug” of wanting to be a filmmaker at an early age, working on the “Loveline” radio show, and advice for aspiring filmmakers. He also talks about the grind of making a film, the process of writing, behind-the-scenes stories from his film “Groupers,” and his podcasts “Cinemaddicts” and “I’ve Got a Movie to Make.”

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#223: John Kerwin

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Former talk show host John Kerwin joins the show to discuss what makes for a good interview, growing up in New York, why his mother played an important role in developing his interview skills, and why listening is an invaluable skill when it comes to interviewing. He also talks about the “Three C’s” of interviewing, why he’s a fan of “gift giving,” the inception of his show, several examples of “hustling” for interviews, advice for aspiring interviewers, and his upcoming book “How to Interview Celebrities and Make Them Interesting."

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#222: Sam Ingraffia

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Actor/writer/producer Sam Ingraffia joins the show to discuss his unique introduction to acting, why the love of acting is important, the evolution of the entertainment industry, and the differences between working in film and television. He also talks about his transition into the “behind the camera” aspects of film, the challenges of writing, what made him want to be a producer, playing the role of Thomas Friedman on the HBO show “Barry,” and the huge success of modern television.

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#221: Carrie Hunter and Austin Hermann

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Filmmakers Carrie Hunter and Austin Hermann return to discuss their documentary “Blue Tarps: This is Over Six Months after Hurricane Michael,” what inspired them to make the project a reality, the emotional impact it’s had on them, and the “domino effect” that the storm has had on the rural areas of Panama City. They also reveal how the socioeconomic impact became a fascinating aspect of the film, what they hope to accomplish with the film’s message, and advice they have for aspiring filmmakers.

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Fall 2019 Preview

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 17:00:00 GMT

In this "minisode," Derek returns to discuss updates on The Parker Syndrome, what to expect when the show officially returns, some of the upcoming guests, and a new mission he hopes to accomplish with the podcast.

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#220: The Cast and Crew of The Parker Syndrome

Fri, 17 May 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Derek has turned over the hosting duties of this episode to Julio Diaz (Let’s Go, Pensacola!) and Julio chats with the cast and crew of Derek’s short film “The Parker Syndrome!” You’ll hear stories of how Derek came up with the idea for the film, what changed through the creative process, how the cast became involved, the importance of having a good crew, the rise of the filmmaking community in Pensacola, and future plans for "The Parker Syndrome."

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#219: Andrea Evans

Thu, 09 May 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Actor/producer Andrea Evans joins the show to talk about growing up in the suburbs of Chicago, and wanting to act at an early age. She also reveals how she and film director Minh Collins came up with the idea for their documentary "Rocking the Couch," doing the research for it, why she feels diversity in film is important, the impact that social media has had to bring awareness to sexual assault in Hollywood, and the legacy that she hopes "Rocking the Couch" has on society.

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#218: Avengers: Endgame Review (SPOILERS)

Thu, 02 May 2019 07:01:00 GMT

We’re in the Endgame now! As promised, filmmakers Steve Wise, Jason Robbins, and Wally Phelps return to talk about Avengers: Endgame, the film that has broken box office records around the world! They give their overall thoughts of the film, its impact on the way we look at movies, the three hour runtime (and why it’s not a big deal), its most powerful moments, the potential future of the Marvel characters, and if we think “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker” can match Endgame’s success.

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#217: Raiders Guys Revisited

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Derek digs into the archives to release this encore presentation of his chat with the creators of Raiders of the Lost Ark: The Adaptation, first released in January 2017.Filmmakers Eric Zala and Chris Strompolos chat with Derek about growing up in Mississippi, how their love of Raiders of the Lost Ark caused them to become friends, the process of making their Raiders fan film, finishing the movie many years later, funny on-set moments, and more!

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#216: Marvel Cinematic Universe Roundtable

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Filmmakers Steve Wise, Jason Robbins, and Wally Phelps return to the podcast to talk about the franchise that has taken over Hollywood: The Marvel Cinematic Universe! They discuss their initial reaction to the famous post credit scene that launched the MCU, some of their favorite casting choices, how Marvel uses different genres and styles, how the films have been successful throughout the years, and their predictions for Avengers: Endgame!

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#215: Ted Haddock

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Producer Ted Haddock joins the show to talk about growing up in Orlando, wanting to be a “voice for those who don’t have one,” how his research of civil rights led to the creation of the film Long Time Coming, some of the shocking stories he learned during the production process, building trust with the players of the Pensacola team, how the story was eye-opening for both teams, how Andrew Young and Hank Aaron became involved, and his specific role in making the film happen.

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#214: Steve Wise and Kevin Almodovar

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Filmmakers Steve Wise (Sur’vi) and Kevin Almodovar (Until Death) join the show to discuss the process of making a short film. They chat with Derek about things to look out for in preproduction, having a possible backup plan for your shoot, the importance of networking in your film community, things they’ve learned from past experiences, and of course, some funny on-set stories!

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#213: Kirk Taylor

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Actor and singer Kirk Taylor joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in Connecticut, how stealing a bike helped to change his life, learning the art of acting at New York University, and the moment when he realized he should take his faith seriously. He also talks about why it’s important to have a positive environment on set, the process of method acting, working with Robin Williams, his upcoming film Revival, and his advice for aspiring actors.

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#212: Travis Mills and Shannon Williams

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 07:01:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience is live from the Imogene Theater in Milton, Florida! Director Travis Mills and actor Shannon Williams join the show to chat with Derek about why they wanted to work in the film industry, Travis’ inspiration behind his film Son of a Gun, and how Shannon got involved with the project. They also discuss funny on-set stories, the post-production process, and why you should absorb as much knowledge as possible on a film set.

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#211: Jasson Finney

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 07:01:00 GMT

Actor and personal trainer Jasson Finney chats with Derek about growing up in Canada, playing as a drummer in various touring bands, becoming a personal trainer, and his crazy first audition as an actor. He also talks about the reality of the audition process, the steps an actor goes through on set, differences of working in film and television, working on Blue Mountain State, why he loves playing a villain, and the inspiration behind his children’s book “Adventures of Captain Pump!”

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#210: A.J. Caruso

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Film composer and musician A.J. Caruso joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in New Orleans, what inspired him to become a musician, and his time as a touring musician across the southeast. He also talks about his transition into the film industry, making his first short film “Z.14.12,” learning new aspects of filmmaking, the process of scoring a film, how he “becomes” the projects he works on, and their mutual experiences with working on “Sur’vi!”

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#209: Defending Bad Movies

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Are the Transformers films really as bad as you remember? Would you say Superman Returns isn’t worth the media it was shot on? Find out as The Derek Diamond Experience returns to Pensacon! Derek hosts a special panel with Jason Robbins, Wally Phelps, and Julio Diaz as they have to come up with good things to say about movies everyone loves to hate!

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#208: Rob Paulsen

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Emmy award-winning voice actor Rob Paulsen joins the show to discuss growing up in Michigan, what drove him to acting, his love of talking with fans, and the advantages of being a voice actor. He also talks about preparing for a role, some of his favorite characters he’s portrayed, why being diagnosed with cancer led to the inspiration behind his book “Voice Lessons,” and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon!

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#207: Jenni Gold

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Director Jenni Gold joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in Miami, attending the University of Central Florida’s film program, and why she enjoys seeing the audience’s reactions to her films. She also talks about the inspiration behind her documentary “CinemAbility,” the challenge of finding content, the portrayal of disabled people on-screen, the media’s perception of disabled characters, and what impact she hopes the film has.

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#206: MarQ & Ren Morrison

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Filmmakers MarQ and Ren Morrison join the show to talk about growing up in the Orlando area, what inspired them to become filmmakers, and why “working for free” can sometimes pay off in the long run. They also discuss their documentary “Dammit, Jim, I'm Only a Documentary,” and how shooting one of the interviews became one of the scariest moments of Ren’s film career. They also discuss their mockumentary “Florida Bush League Wrestling: The Movie,” and the funniest behind the scenes moments.

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#205: Patrick Kilpatrick

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Actor and author Patrick Kilpatrick chats with Derek about being introduced to acting through writing a play, and the transition from theater to film acting. Patrick is primarily known for playing villains throughout his career, and goes through the process of preparing for a role, as well as the different types of villains in film. He also talks his book “Dying for Living: Sins & Confessions of a Hollywood Villain & Libertine Patriot!”

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#204: Kays Alatrakchi

Thu, 24 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Composer and filmmaker Kays Alatrakchi joins the show to discuss growing up in Italy, playing in a band with Rob Thomas, and connecting with UCF’s film community in Orlando. He also breaks down the process of coming up with the score for a film and collaborating with other musicians. Kays also talks about transitioning to other aspects of the industry, including writing and directing his short film “In Lucidity,” the struggles of post-production, and why he learned so much from those struggles.

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#203: Jennifer Nicole Stang and Sasha Filipovich

Thu, 17 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Writer/director Jennifer Nicole Stang returns to chat with Derek about working in Vancouver, their mutual love of Los Angeles and Philadelphia, M. Night Shyamalan films. She also talks about growing up in performing arts, transitioning to filmmaking, and learning all aspects of the filmmaking process. Producer Sasha Filipovich also joins the show to talk about how she met Jennifer, the importance of having a community of filmmakers, making their short film “The Whistler,” and advice for aspiring filmmak

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#202: Chris Parkhurst

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Documentary filmmaker/podcaster Chris Parkhurst joins the show to recap meeting Derek at Podcast Movement, living in the UK, and how he got into the film industry. He also shares information about his current project Elvis of Cambodia, the fascinating story behind it, and his first documentary Journey to Kathmandu. Plus, he breaks down the process of making a documentary film, his podcast The Documentary Life, connecting with other doc filmmakers, and his online course The Documentary Academy!

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#201: The Waldrons (John, Adam, and Ian)

Thu, 03 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

“The Professor” John Waldron, along with Adam and Ian Waldron, return to talk about John’s time working with the Florida Park Service, his passion for outdoor activities, working with state agencies, and his upcoming podcast “The Florida Outdoor Experience.” They also discuss Ian and Adam’s business “All Rec Solutions,” some of their trail work, the infamous Crested Caracara, their future business aspirations, and the meaning of “forest bathing” (it’s not what you think!)

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Updates for 2019: Format Changes, Moving to Seasonal Shows, and More!

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 08:01:00 GMT

Derek gives an update on what he's been up to during the show's hiatus, when the show will be returning, what you can expect when that happens, and more!

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#200: The Roast of Derek Diamond

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

After four-plus years of pop culture roundtables and interviewing actors, filmmakers, and former pro athletes, podcaster Derek Diamond will be celebrating 200 episodes of The Derek Diamond Experience by being ripped to shreds by his friends and co-workers!

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#199.5: The Future of The Derek Diamond Experience

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 12:00:00 GMT

In this special "minisode," Derek gives an update on the status of Episode 200, the future of the podcast itself, why changes are being made and when you can expect them!

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#199: Top 10 Episodes

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 07:01:00 GMT

In celebration of his upcoming 200th episode, Derek takes a listen to the top ten episodes of the show, as voted by you the listeners!

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#198: Daphne Maxwell Reid

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Actress/photographer/designer Daphne Maxwell Reid joins the show to chat with Derek about growing up in New York, her love of photography, how she got into acting, her time as Aunt Vivian on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, and her cookbook Grace + Soul & Mother Wit

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#197: Podcast Movement 2018

Thu, 26 Jul 2018 18:31:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience invades the City of Brotherly Love! Podcasters Jason the Angry Ginger (7 Days a Geek) and Rob Hochschild (The Media Narrative) join Derek to recap their time at Podcast Movement, their takeaways from the conference, how they got into podcasting, and more!

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#196: The Unicorn Wranglers Part 6

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 07:01:00 GMT

The first Derek Diamond Experience guests are back! The Unicorn Wranglers' Adam Waldron, Luke Thompson, Ian Waldron, Joey Truncale, and John Waldron talk about how Luke and Joey joined the band, their new album Greetings from the Space Van, and what the band means to them

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#195: Hamilton Roundtable

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Hamilton has become one of the most well-reviewed musicals in modern history, and we're talking about it on the podcast! Adam Waldron, Luke Thompson, Anna Striano, Jake Hall, and Joey Truncale join Derek to discuss how they were introduced to Hamilton, thoughts on seeing the show live, favorite songs and characters, why the show is successful, and the possibilities of a Hamilton movie.

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#194: Facebook Live AMA III

Thu, 05 Jul 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts a late night Facebook Live AMA! Topics include the wild finish from that night's Blue Wahoos game, what he would do with future Star Wars films, the state of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 4th of July traditions, upcoming episodes of the podcast, and hot dogs (yes, hot dogs).

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#193: All Clear

Thu, 28 Jun 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Phil Baker, Nicole Dickson, and Chris Jadallah join the show to chat with Derek about their upcoming film All Clear, what inspired the story, how they each became involved with the project, the preproduction process, and some of their individual projects

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#192: Facebook Live AMA II

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 07:01:00 GMT

For the second consecutive week, Derek hosts a Facebook Live AMA! Topics include the greatness of Hugh Jackman, his favorite thing about tarp pulls, favorite Hamilton songs, if there should be a "Space Force" draft, rumors of him running for mayor, and the future of Nintendo

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#191: Facebook Live AMA

Thu, 14 Jun 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts another Facebook Live AMA! Topics include an update on The Roast of Derek Diamond, a recap of E3, the current state of WWE, and more!

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#190: Allison Bailey

Thu, 07 Jun 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Broadway actress Allison Bailey joins the show to talk about her love of Blue Wahoos baseball, growing up in Pensacola, falling in love with theater at an early age, and how she got her role on the Broadway National Tour of Wicked.

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#189: Legend of Zelda Roundtable Part 2

Thu, 31 May 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Jason Robbins and Chris Garagiola continue their discussion with Derek about The Legend of Zelda video game series! Topics include Skyward Sword, why Breath of the Wild is the best game of the franchise, what they would like to see from future Zelda games, and why Nintendo games are special.

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#188: Legend of Zelda Roundtable Part 1

Thu, 24 May 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek has been a huge Legend of Zelda fan for most of his life, and he's finally talking about it on the podcast! Jason Robbins and Chris Garagiola join the show to talk about their first memories of the franchise, why it appeals to a larger audience than Mario, why Ocarina of Time is so beloved, and the controversy surrounding The Wind Waker during it's initial release.

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#187: Cornbread Cosa Nostra

Thu, 17 May 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Cornbread Cosa Nostra cast and crew members Travis Mills, Marcia Vega, Matthew Campbell, Marianne Del Gallego, Raymond Soutullo, and Christopher Knittel join the show to talk about the film's title, how they got involved with the project, why casting local talent in key roles is important, and some funny on-set stories!

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#186: Star Wars Night at Blue Wahoos Stadium

Thu, 10 May 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts a special live podcast for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos' Star Wars Night! He talks about the impact of Star Wars on pop culture, favorite moments from the franchise, and is joined by a few surprise guests!

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#185: Sur'vi Part 2

Thu, 03 May 2018 07:01:00 GMT

The cast and crew of Sur’vi continue their discussion about preproduction, Derek’s role as a co-producer and sound operator, how Desso became Jason’s body double, the post-production process, and funny on-set stories!

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#184: Sur'vi Part 1

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Sur'vi cast and crew members Steve Wise, Anna Faulkner, Chris Kubiak, Jason Robbins, Gabby Faulkner, LaVonne French, Desso Faulkner, and Ray Alfafara join the show to talk about the initial idea for the film, how it evolved into what it became, how they each got involved, their role on-set, and more!

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#183: Summer Movie Preview with The Week in Geek

Thu, 19 Apr 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Brian Held and David Ducorbier from The Week In Geek return to discuss the upcoming summer blockbuster films! Will Avengers: Infinity War live up to the hype? Will Solo: A Star Wars Story overcome its production nightmares and be a solid film? Can Deadpool 2 meet the high standards set by its predecessor? We talk about these and so many more!

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#182: Bert Thornton

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Vice Chairman Emeritus of Waffle House Bert Thornton joins the show to talk about growing up in Tampa, his football tenure at Georgia Tech, why he transitioned from a career in IT to Waffle House, and his book Find an Old Gorilla

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#181: WrestleMania 34 Preview w/Adam Gumbert

Thu, 05 Apr 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek's former Battle of the Brands co-host Adam Gumbert joins the show to preview WWE WrestleMania 34! They talk about what they expect from Ronda Rousey's in-ring debut, who will be Braun Strowman's mystery partner, the status of The Undertaker, what will happen on the RAW after Mania, and much more!

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#180: Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2018

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 07:01:00 GMT

We take another look into the world of minor league baseball! Several members of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos staff join the show to talk about their time with the organization, what they do to prepare for a baseball game, some of their favorite Blue Wahoos moments, and more!

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#179: 4 Year Anniversary AMA

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Derek hosts a special Facebook Live AMA! He recaps his recent trip to Los Angeles, finally completing his movie script, what to expect for upcoming episodes, and the plan for Episode 200!

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#178: NFL Free Agency 2018

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, and Joey Truncale from The Unicorn Wranglers return to talk about the craziness of NFL Free Agency. What were the Arizona Cardinals thinking when they signed Sam Bradford? Will Case Keenum bring a spark to the Denver Broncos offense? Why is Kirk Cousins getting paid $84 million guaranteed? We debate all these questions and more!

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#177: Bill Corbett

Thu, 08 Mar 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Writer & voice actor Bill Corbett joins the show to talk about his time at Pensacon 2018, working in theater, his time on Mystery Science Theater 3000, how Rifftrax was created, and more!

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#176: Claudia Gray

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Author Claudia Gray joins the show to talk about her time at Pensacon 2018, what made her want to become an author, how she got involved with the Star Wars universe, the Star Wars: Bloodline and Leia: Princess of Alderaan books, some of her upcoming projects, and more!

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#175: S. Usher Evans Returns

Thu, 22 Feb 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Author S. Usher Evans returns to chat with Derek about why she became an author, her new Demon Spring book series, her upcoming appearance at Pensacon, the process of writing a book, and more!

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#174: Pensacon's Mike Ensley, Steve Wise, Katherine Bishop & Georgia Beliech

Thu, 15 Feb 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Pensacon staff members Mike Ensley, Steve Wise, Kat Bishop, and Georgia Beliech join the show to talk about the inspiration behind the convention, how each of them got involved, their best and worst behind the scenes memories, and the upcoming Pensacon 2018!

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#173: Eddie McClintock

Thu, 08 Feb 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Actor and artist Eddie McClintock joins the show to talk about growing up in Ohio, his unique journey to California, how he became an actor, his time on Warehouse 13, his artwork, and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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#172: NFL Season Recap & Super Bowl LII Predictions

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, and Luke Thompson return to recap the craziness that was the 2017 NFL season! They also review their preseason predictions, recap their individual teams, draft needs, give their predictions for Super Bowl LII, and debate the question "Is Tom Brady the greatest quarterback of all time?"

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#171: Four Day Weekend's Frank Ford

Tue, 30 Jan 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Comedian Frank Ford chats with Derek about growing up in Ohio, discovering his passion for comedy, why his mom was crucial to his career, the difference between improv and stand up comedy, how Four Day Weekend came to be, his book Happy Accidents: The Transformative Power of "Yes, and" at Work and in Life, and more!

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#170: Scam County

Fri, 26 Jan 2018 04:01:00 GMT

Ever wonder what it would be like to con your way above the poverty line? Or at least make a show about it? Then you've come to the right place! Michael Daw, Chris Jadallah, Grant Tyson, and Max Rowe discuss their upcoming pilot Scam County, the inspiration behind it, the local film scene in Pensacola, funny on-set stories, and more!

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#169: The Last Jedi Debate

Thu, 18 Jan 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Joey Truncale, and Gabe Sauer join Derek to debate the most polarizing film in Star Wars history: The Last Jedi! Does it deserve its low Rotten Tomatoes fan score? Was it the refreshing change the franchise needed? Was Canto Bight truly unnecessary? And really, what was up with Luke milking that creature on Ach-To?

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#168: Women in Comedy Roundtable

Thu, 11 Jan 2018 08:01:00 GMT

Comedians Christina Cusack, Nicole Dickson, Kay Joyce, Brynne Mac, and Olivia Searcy join Derek to talk women in comedy! They discuss why they wanted to pursue comedy as a career, breaking into the business, the preparations for stand up and improv shows, the local comedy scene, and why Japanese toilets are amazing!

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#167: Charles Martinet

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 08:01:00 GMT

It's-a-me, Mario! Voice actor Charles Martinet joins Derek to discuss what made him choose acting as a career, how he got the iconic role of Super Mario, how he came up with the voices of other Nintendo characters, and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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#166: London Arts Acting Studio

Thu, 28 Dec 2017 08:01:00 GMT

The biggest panel in Derek Diamond Experience history! Jeremy London, Matthew Campbell, Steve Wise, Nicole Dickson, Jonathan McIntosh, Lisa VanAmburg, Jennifer Kay Godwin, Shannon Williams, Stephen Pitre, and Zas Pitre join Derek to discuss the London Arts Acting Studio, the amazing film community along the Gulf Coast, and much more!

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#165: Star Wars The Last Jedi Predictions & Reactions w/Adam Waldron & Joey Truncale

Fri, 15 Dec 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron and Joey Truncale join Derek to talk Star Wars! In this special two-segment show, they give their preview and predictions for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. After watching the film, they sit down to give their immediate reactions (WITH SPOILERS).

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#164: Q&A No. 12

Thu, 30 Nov 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live AMA! Discussion include his time working the Emerald Coast Classic basketball tournament, if alien life forms exist, his favorite Christmas songs, his most irrational fear, the weirdest thing he's done for money, and more!

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#163: PCW Owner Mike Scharnagl

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Pacific Coast Wrestling owner Mike Scharnagl chats with Derek about growing up a wrestling fan in New Jersey, why he created his own promotion, the rise of indy wrestling, creating a fun culture for the wrestlers and the fans, the upcoming PCW Refuse to Lose event, the future of the promotion, and how PCW was created in a day!

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#162: Q&A No. 11

Thu, 16 Nov 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live AMA! Discussion include Sur'vi beginning its festival run, his favorite Kardashian, fries vs. tots, favorite movies, Steelers rookie wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, favorite Backstreet Boy, and more!

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#161: Haters Club Roundtable w/Josh Gay, Jamie Briggs, Sarah Myers & Anna Striano

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Josh Gay, Jamie Briggs, Sarah Myers, and Anna Striano join Derek to talk pet peeves and things they can't stand! Topics include chipped fingernail polish, loud eaters, hoarders, people who are rude in movie theaters, poor grammar, bad drivers, wooden spoons, and more!

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#160: Joey Image

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Pro wrestler/podcaster/gamer Joey Image chats with Derek about his recent back surgery, how he became a wrestling fan, the lost art of being a heel (villain), why he had a different vision for his career in the wrestling business, getting into podcasting, their mutual love of retro gaming, and more!

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#159: Q&A No. 10

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live AMA! Discussion includes the upcoming film Beast of the Ballpark II, favorite coffee drinks, what he would do with the next set of Star Wars films, and more!

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#158: Q&A No. 9

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live AMA! Discussion includes the recently announced Bob's Burgers film, the upcoming Heroes & Villains Fan Fest, the current state of WWE, thought on chipotle queso, the future of the podcast, and more!

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#157: Podcasting Roundtable w/Jason Robbins & Tom Merritt

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Podcasters Jason Robbins (Pop Culture Palate, Nerd Cave Retro) and Tom Merritt (Daily Tech News Show, Current Geek) join Derek to talk podcasting! They discuss how they were introduced to podcasts, what made them want to start their own, offer advice to those who want to pursue podcasting, some of their biggest "horror stories" while recording, and more!

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#156: Q&A No. 8

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live Q&A! He talks least favorite Star Wars characters, overrated films, tee shirt collections, hair products, and more!

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#155: Q&A No. 7

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live Q&A! He gives his thoughts on JJ Abrams returning for Star Wars: Episode IX, his favorite memories from the 2017 Pensacola Blue Wahoos baseball season, an update on his scriptwriting, and more!

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#154: NFL Kickoff Special w/Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, Joey Truncale & Luke Thompson

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, Joey Truncale, and Luke Thompson join Derek to preview the 2017 NFL Season! They give their thoughts on their respective teams, dark horse teams, early Super Bowl LII predictions, and more!

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#153: TMNT Roundtable w/Jason Robbins & Wally Phelps

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 07:01:00 GMT

ason Robbins and Wally Phelps of the Pop Culture Palate podcast return to chat with Derek about the pop culture phenomenon known as the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! They discuss the huge success of the 80s cartoon, toy line, live-action films, video games, and even the classic appearances at the old Disney MGM Studios, and more!

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#152: Chasing Fame's Scott Warner & Marianne Del Gallego

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Actors Scott Warner and Marianne Del Gallego chat with Derek about why they chose to pursue acting, the inspiration for their Chasing Fame web series, funny on-set stories, some of their other projects, and more

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#151: Q&A No. 6

Thu, 10 Aug 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Facebook Live Q&A! He gives his thoughts on the latest Star Wars: The Last Jedi news, his favorite Disney films, thoughts on Atomic Blonde, his career aspirations, and more.

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#150: Christopher Nolan Roundtable w/Adam Waldron & Joey Truncale

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron and Joey Truncale join Derek to talk Christopher Nolan films! They discuss their initial reactions to Dunkirk, their thoughts on Inception, Interstellar, the Dark Knight Trilogy, his classics films Memento and The Prestige, the chemistry he has with composer Hans Zimmer, and more!

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#149: Drew Hayes

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Author Drew Hayes chats with Derek about growing up as an avid reader, the classic Goosebumps and Animorphs series, how he became an author, his Super Powered series, his new book The Fangs of Freelance, and more.

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#148: Mr. Intermission

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Willis "Mr. Intermission" Harris chats with Derek about growing up in Atlanta, being trained in improv by Jane Fonda, working for the Atlanta Braves, the development of his Mr. Intermission character, some of his personal favorite skits, and more

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#147: Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2017 Part 2

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek takes another look into the world of minor league baseball with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Various members of the Blue Wahoos staff discuss their preparation on gamedays, some of their favorite memories with the organization, and much more!

[01:44] Tommy Thrall (Broadcaster)
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#146: Disney World Roundtable w/Jason Robbins & Wally Phelps

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps of the Pop Culture Palate podcast join Derek to talk Disney World! They discuss their first memories of the theme park, their Disney World traditions, the legendary Dole Whip, their favorite places to eat, favorite rides at each park, and more!

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#145: Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2017 Part 1

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek takes another look into the world of minor league baseball with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Various members of the Blue Wahoos staff discuss their preparation for the 2017 Southern League All-Star Game and much more!

[01:48] Anna Striano (Director of Merchandise)
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#144: Julio Diaz

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Writer Julio Diaz chats with Derek about his job with the Pensacola News Journal, covering the 2017 Hangout Festival, moderating panels at Pensacon, meeting Joan Jett and Dave Grohl, some of his favorite interviews he's ever done, the PNJ Movie Club, and more!

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#143: MCU Roundtable Phase 2 w/Adam Waldron and Bill Lyons

Tue, 16 May 2017 07:01:00 GMT

This roundtable was too big for one episode! Adam Waldron and Bill Lyons continue to chat with Derek about the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They discuss why Captain America: Civil War is overrated, Doctor Strange being a big surprise, our love for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (SPOILERS!), the upcoming Spider-Man: Homecoming and Thor: Ragnarok films, briefly talk about the Marvel Netflix shows, ask the questions "Will the X-Men ever revert to the MCU?," and debate the future of the Marvel franchise

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#142: MCU Roundtable Phase 1 w/Adam Waldron and Bill Lyons

Tue, 09 May 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron and Bill Lyons return to the roundtable to chat with Derek about the Marvel Cinematic Universe! They debate which Iron Man sequel was better, the MCU making post-credit scenes a common theme among films, why Thor is underrated, why Captain America: The First Avenger isn't that great, the success of The Avengers, the death of midnight showings in movie theaters, why Thanos needs to be a great villain, the surprising success of Guardians of the Galaxy, and why Ant-Man helped to shake up the "Marvel formula"

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#141: Q&A No. 5

Tue, 02 May 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts an impromptu Q&A and talks about the upcoming adaptation of The Lion King, thoughts on Jeff Goldblum being cast in Jurassic World 2, the Pittsburgh Steelers draft results, and much more.

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#140: Star Wars Celebration 2017

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 07:01:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience invades Star Wars Celebration! Included in this special episode are clips from the Star Wars Rebels panel, exclusive audio from the Rebels press conference, and closing thoughts on the event from Derek Diamond, Sarah Myers, and Josh Gay

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#139: Kitty Get A Job

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Chris Jadallah, Michael Daw, Kyle Golden, and Ryan McBride chat with Derek about how they formed their sketch comedy group, how they came up with the Kitty Get A Job name, the process of creating their sketches, funny on-set stories, and much more

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#138: Guy Gilchrist

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Cartoonist Guy Gilchrist chats with Derek about his time at Pensacon, growing up in Connecticut, what made him want to become a cartoonist, advice for anyone who wants to follow their passion, and how he was hand-selected to draw The Muppets comic strip.

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#137: Dr. Rachel Kowert, PhD (3 Year Anniversary Show)

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 07:01:00 GMT

Dr. Rachel Kowert, PhD joins Derek to discuss her interest in psychotherapy, why she pursued research into the social effects of online gaming on others, her book A Parent's Guide to Video Games, the myths of games causing kids to become violent, the huge success of Pokemon Go, sexual harassment towards females in the gaming community, and much more

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#136: Bob Bergen

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Voice actor Bob Bergen chats with Derek about moving to Los Angeles at an early age, getting into the acting business, how he got the iconic role of Porky Pig, why Tiny Toon Adventures was such a success, working as the grandstand host at the annual Hollywood Christmas Parade, and advice for those who want to get into the acting business

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#135: Podcasting 101 Panel from Pensacon 2017

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 08:01:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience invades Pensacon! Podcasters Robbie Rawls (The Nerd Cave Podcast), Jeremy Branch (The Weekly Pop Movie Podcast), and Chris "Kiku" Kubiak (Nerd Life & Neek! The Podcast) join Derek to host a panel on podcasting. They discuss how they started their respective shows, what they've learned since the beginning, audio vs. video, and more

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#134: Ming Chen

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Television star Ming Chen chats with Derek about meeting Kevin Smith after making a Clerks website, how the show Comic Book Men came to be, some of his favorite moments from the show, their thoughts on the Star Wars franchise, why you shouldn't compare the DC Cinematic Universe to Marvel Studios, his podcast I Sell Comics, and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon

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#133: Arrowverse Roundtable with Adam Waldron, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray once again join Derek to discuss The CW's Arrowverse! They recall how they were introduced to Arrow, praise the greatness of John Barrowman and Manu Bennett, the disappointments of seasons 3 and 4, the controversial Olicity storyline, Derek's experience at Heroes & Villains Fan Fest, Bill meeting Stephen Amell at Wizard World Philadelphia, thoughts on The Flash, the awesomeness of Tom Cavanagh as Reverse Flash, the development of the Zoom storyline, and answer questions from Facebook

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#132: Jason David Frank

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Actor and martial artist Jason David Frank chats with Derek about growing up in California, wanting to be an actor at an early age, why he loves appearing at conventions, his time on set of Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, his reality show My Morphin' Life, his upcoming appearance at Pensacon, and his thoughts on the upcoming Power Rangers film

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#131: Matt Coy

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Former Senior Director of Content & Presentation for the San Diego Padres Matt Coy chats with Derek about their time at the inaugural VideoTX conference in Houston, growing up on the west coast, running camera for football (at age 10!), working utility early in his career, the importance of every position for gameday staff, working as the Director of Event Presentation for the Dallas Cowboys, producing the 2010 Winter Olympics, working for the Padres, finding what works and doesn't work in gameday presentation, and some funny/horrifying work stories

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#130: Raiders Guys

Tue, 17 Jan 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Eric Zala and Chris Strompolos chat with Derek about growing up in Mississippi, how their love of Raiders of the Lost Ark caused them to become friends, the process of making their Raiders fan film, finishing the movie many years later, funny on-set moments, and more!

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#129: MD Comics' Woody Arnold

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Comic book writer Woody Arnold chats with Derek about the Crystar the Crystal Warrior series, some backstory on the history of comic books, the pros and cons of modern technology when it comes to making comics, his Thunderfrog and Cybersymbiosis books, how playing RPGs can help you as a writer, and more

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#128: Carlos Alazraqui

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 08:01:00 GMT

Comedian and actor Carlos Alazraqui chats with Derek about growing up a jock, getting into standup comedy, his time as the voice of Rocko from Rocko's Modern Life, the process of "finding the voice" for a character, being the voice of the Taco Bell chihuahua, working on set of Reno 911, and his upcoming appearance at Pensacon

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#127: Star Wars Roundtable Part 2 with Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, and Bill Lyons

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 08:01:00 GMT

This roundtable was just too big for one episode! Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, and Bill Lyons continue their conversation with Derek about Star Wars, including their opinions on George Lucas as a writer/director, more on the Prequel Trilogy, their thoughts on the Extended Universe, if Obi-Wan Kenobi should have been the focus of the prequels, the controversy of the Jar Jar Binks character, their thoughts on The Force Awakens, what they hope to see from future movies, their favorite lightsaber battles, and more!

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#126: Star Wars Roundtable Part 1 with Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray

Thu, 08 Dec 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray join Derek to discuss one of the greatest and most beloved franchises: Star Wars! They discuss how they were introduced to the films, classic toys, their favorite installments, some of their favorite characters, the comparisons of The Force Awakens to A New Hope, a potential Obi-Wan Kenobi spinoff film, the changes made for the Special Editions, the various schematic books, the classic videogames, and their thoughts on the Prequel Trilogy.

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#125: Q&A No. 4

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond returns from hiatus to host another Q&A! Topics discussed are the botched launch of the Mini NES, his pet peeves, what mascot he'd like to follow him around, his favorite home cooked meals growing up, the future of The Derek Diamond Experience, and more!

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#124: Jessica Cameron

Thu, 27 Oct 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Actress Jessica Cameron chats with Derek about her love of Twitter, growing up in Canada and how it's similar but different than the United States, her love of horror films, going to school for fashion, how she transitioned into acting, a great process of how to "make it to Hollywood," working on the Brides of Beverly Hills reality show, the Aiden 5 web series, the pros of independent film, her directorial debut with Truth or Dare, advice for those who want to get into the film industry, and more.

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#123: Laura Hall

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Musician Laura Hall chats with Derek about growing up around the music/improv scene in Chicago, working as a waitress at The Second City, her time on the hit comedy show Whose Line is it Anyway?, her band The Sweet Potatoes, her book The Improv Comedy Musician, her other projects, and more!

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#122: Q&A No. 3

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts a special Facebook Live Q&A and answers questions from the listeners. His favorite Batman, live action vs. animation, the upcoming Nintendo NX console, pro wrestling, football, and what he would do if he had one month left to live.

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#121: The Unicorn Wranglers Part 5

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, and Brendan Karnik return to chat with Derek about what they've been up to since their last appearance, their private show in Pensacola, their upcoming album Thundersnow, some of their personal favorite songs to play, and make an announcement regarding the future of the band.

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#120: Disney Roundtable with Adam Waldron, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Bill Lyons, and Eddie Murray join Derek to discuss one of the greatest and most beloved companies of all time: Disney! They discuss their favorite classic animated films, favorite theme park rides, funny DisneyWorld stories (Churros!), the best sing-along-songs, and even a few Disney Channel Original Movies!

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#119: Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2016 Part 2

Thu, 15 Sep 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek takes another look into the world of minor league baseball with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Various members of the Wahoos staff discuss what they do to prepare for gameday, how this season compares to years past, what they hope to accomplish next year, and more.

[03:39] Donna Kirby (VP of Operations)
[12:15] Scott Henrichsen (VP of Sales)
[19:04] Denise Richardson (Director of Merchandise)
[29:27] Joey DiChiara (Box Office Manager)
[34:40] Affonso Jefferson (Director of Food & Beverage)
[43:34] Tanner Tucker (Group Sales Executive)

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#118: Pensacola Blue Wahoos 2016 Part 1

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek takes another look into the world of minor league baseball with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Various members of the Wahoos staff discuss what they do to prepare for gameday, how this season compares to years past, what they hope to accomplish next year, and more.

[03:00] Adam Waldron (Creative Service Manager)
[14:23] Maryjane Gardner (Media & Public Relations Manager)
[22:55] Travis Wilson (Executive Chef)
[30:10] Mel Bruce and Kelsey Hoffman (Promotions Trainees)
[34:04] Derek Diamond (Creative Service Assistant)

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#117: ZOOperstars!

Thu, 25 Aug 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Brennan Latkofski and JL Veillon from the performing act ZOOperstars! chat with Derek about performing for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, how they got into their profession, what spawned the idea of their act, some of their most popular characters, and funny stories from previous performances.

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#116: 90s Nickelodeon Roundtable with Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, and Bill Lyons

Thu, 18 Aug 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Adam Waldron, Josh Gay, and Bill Lyons join Derek to discuss one of the greatest eras in television history: the 1990's era of Nickelodeon. They discuss some of their favorite animated shows (Rocko's Modern Life, Rugrats, Doug, and Spongebob Squarepants), how the game shows were underrated for their time (Legends of the Hidden Temple, Guts, and Double Dare), the various live-action shows (Salute Your Shorts, Hey Dude, Pete & Pete), some of their favorite episodes, what this era of television meant to them, and more.

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#115: Q&A No. 2

Thu, 04 Aug 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek Diamond hosts another Q&A episode to discuss his first pitch at a Pensacola Blue Wahoos game, salad dressing, doing educational podcasts, going to conventions, casting a Nerd Cave film, wrestling gimmicks, and more.

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#114: Bucket Ruckus

Thu, 28 Jul 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Dan Twiford and Adam Gann of Bucket Ruckus chat with Derek about performing for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, how they became involved with the group, working with Skillville, funny incidents that happened during performances, and entertaining fans during rain delays.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#113: Kari Simms & Shawn Burns of Blazing Caribou Studios

Thu, 21 Jul 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Kari Simms and Shawn Burns of Blazing Caribou Studios chat with Derek about the process of podcasting, how their studio came to be, the various shows on their network, how food discussions could make for a good podcast, how they were introduced to podcasting, Derek's upcoming appearance on their show Trivia Geeks, and more.

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#112: Victor Gischler

Thu, 14 Jul 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Writer Victor Gischler chats with Derek about his appearances at Pensacon, what made him want to get into writing, his first novel Gun Monkeys, his time writing The Punisher and Deadpool for Marvel, his comic mini-series Sally of the Wasteland, his work on the Independence Day comic series, advice for those who want to get into writing, and more.

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#111: Cheers Roundtable with Josh Gay and Bill Lyons

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Josh Gay and Bill Lyons join Derek to discuss one of the all-time greatest sitcoms: Cheers! They discuss how they were introduced to the show, some of their favorite episodes, where it ranks among other sitcoms, what makes the show stand the test of time, and answer the question every Cheers fan is asked: Diane or Rebecca?

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#110: Pensacon's Steve Wise Returns

Thu, 30 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Author/writer/filmmaker Steve Wise returns to chat with Derek about his job as Programming Director of Pensacon, how the convention came into being, his book Portals of the Mind, his unproduced Batman screenplay Batman: DarKnight, and his thoughts on Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, Captain America: Civil War, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

NOTE: This originally aired as part of the Nerd Cave Network's 3 Year Anniversary Show on May 21, 2016

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#109: Russian Bar Trio

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Christine, Marco, and Yves from the Russian Bar Trio chat with Derek about working with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, how they formed their performing act, their thought process while performing, appearing on America's Got Talent, working with Cirque Du Soleil, adapting their act to different cultures, how they got involved with Skillville, and funny performance stories.

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#108: Wrestling Roundtable with Nikk Caputo and Adam Gumbert

Thu, 16 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Nikk Caputo and Adam Gumbert join Derek to discuss one of their favorite subjects: pro wrestling! Listen in as the three of them discuss how they were introduced to wrestling, some of their favorite storylines, how the Chris Benoit tragedy changed the way WWE treats its talent, their thoughts on The New Era so far, how NXT has helped WWE tremendously, their love for Kevin Owens, and some of their dream matches.

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#107: Star Wars Behind the Saber Director Zack Abramowitz

Fri, 10 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Actor/writer/director Zack Abramowitz returns to chat with Derek about his short film Star Wars: Behind the Saber, how he came up with the idea for the film, bringing the story to life, and their thoughts on Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#106: BirdZerk!

Thu, 09 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Dominic "BirdZerk!" Latkovski chats with Derek about working with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, getting players & umpires to participate in his act, being a mascot for the Louisville Red Birds, how the BirdZerk! character was created, forming the SkillVille group, advice for anyone who wants to become a mascot, and more.

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#105: Tiny's Roland Mann & Deonna Herrold

Thu, 02 Jun 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Comic book writer Roland Mann and artist Deonna Herrold chat with Derek about their recent appearance at MegaCon, the cool story on how they met, how they came up with the idea for Tiny, why they decided to do a Kickstarter for the book, their thoughts on Captain America: Civil War, and more!

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#104: G.S. Denning

Thu, 26 May 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Author G.S. Denning chats with Derek about his book Warlock Holmes and how he came up with the idea for the story, their mutual appreciation for improv comedy, his love of Dungeons & Dragons, advice for aspiring authors, their thoughts on Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and much more!

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#103: Kenneth "BBoy McCoy" Paryo

Thu, 19 May 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Kenneth "BBoy McCoy" Paryo chats with Derek about performing for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, how he became a performing act, his dancing background, how Michael Jackson has been a big influence in his act, stand up comedy, and more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#102: Ryan & Jennifer Eaton of The Hundred Years Tour

Thu, 12 May 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Ryan & Jennifer Eaton chat with Derek about how they first met, why they decided to visit the country's national parks and monuments, how Jennifer came up with the original idea, the logistics of their trip, what they hope to accomplish from it, and much more.

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#101: Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps of Monsters Anonymous

Thu, 05 May 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Podcasters/filmmakers Jason Robbins and Wally Phelps chat with Derek about how they met, the days of message boards, how the Pop Culture Palate podcast came to be, the process of making their short film Monsters Anonymous (writing the script, how Jeremy London got involved, their Kickstarter campaign, the craziness of filming), and more.

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#100: The Fur Circus

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek celebrates episode 100 with Rob, Jeff, and Jonathan fromThe Fur Circus! They discuss how they met, whatwent into forming their traveling act, some of their favoriteskits, working with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, funny roadstories, and much more.

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#99: Dawn Hamil

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Actress Dawn Hamil chats with Derek about growing up in a military family, taking acting classes with AMC Talent and A Class Act Studio, how she landed a role on Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues, her time on set of 3 Headed Shark Attack, her upcoming film Melany Rose, and much more.

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Music: Tomorrow’s Plan by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#98: WrestleMania 32 Preview & Predictions

Thu, 31 Mar 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Derek dissects the WWE WrestleMania 32 card and gives his predictions on all the matches from the Showcase of the Immortals. Will Shane McMahon win control of Monday Night RAW? Will Roman Reigns finally turn heel? What role will Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, John Cena, and other legends play? Find out Derek's opinion on all these questions and more in this special episode!

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#97: Memphis Wrestling Legend Lance Russell

Thu, 24 Mar 2016 07:01:00 GMT

Memphis wrestling legend Lance Russell chats with Derek about living in the Pensacola area, how he got into the wrestling business, traveling with Gordon Solie, doing commentary for the entire Jerry Lawler vs. Andy Kaufman rivalry, working with The Fabulous Freebirds, and much more.

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#96: 2 Year Anniversary Q&A

Thu, 17 Mar 2016 07:01:00 GMT

To celebrate the two-year anniversary of The Derek Diamond Experience, host Derek Diamond sits down for a special Q&A episode. Derek speaks about his background, his podcasting influences, his dream interviews, what interview made him extremely nervous, and much more.

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Music: Tomorrow’s Plan by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#95: Jim Cummings Panel From Pensacon 2016

Thu, 03 Mar 2016 08:01:00 GMT

You may not know his face, but you definitely know his voice, or at least the characters he brings to life -- Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Darkwing Duck, Dr. Robotnik, Tazmanian Devil -- the list is practically endless. Join Jim Cummings in one of the most entertaining panels you can find as he amazes the audience with his vocal talents.

Panel moderated by Derek Diamond

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#94: Austin St. John Panel from Pensacon 2016

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Austin St. John, the Red Ranger from Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers, returned to Pensacon and participated in a panel, where he shared stories of his time on set, growing up in a military family, his passion for martial arts, and much more.

Panel moderated by Derek Diamond

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#93: Claudia Wells

Thu, 18 Feb 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Actress Claudia Wells chats with Derek about why she wanted to get into acting, singing in the opera as a kid, how she got the role of Jennifer Parker in Back to the Future, the popularity of the film, why she didn't return for the sequels, her men's clothing store Armani Wells, her charity Kids in the Spotlight, filming in front of a live audience compared to a film set, how she got into the acting business, and her upcoming appearance at Pensacon.

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#92: Dave Dorman

Thu, 11 Feb 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Comic book illustrator Dave Dorman chats with Derek about going to conventions in the 1970's, how cons are different now compared to the 70s and 80s, the Star Wars Extended Universe and why he's ok with it not being "canon," what made him want to become an artist, working on Heavy Metal magazine, some of his original work on Wasted Lands and Dead Heat, offers advice for aspiring artists, and more.

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#91: Matt Ward & Grady Ray (from The Handlebar in Pensacola, FL)

Thu, 04 Feb 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Comedians Matt Ward and Grady Ray stopped by The Handlebar in Pensacola, FL on their Quit Your Day Job Comedy Tour. So Derek went to the show and recorded the audio for your listening pleasure!

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#90: Steve Baker Part 2

Thu, 28 Jan 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Location Sound Mixer Steve Baker returns to chat with Derek about what goes into recording on-location audio, why he moved to Florida, getting involved in the local production scene, some of his freelance jobs, offers advice to anyone who wants to get into freelance production, and much more.

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#89: Steve Baker Part 1

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Location Sound Mixer Steve Baker chats with Derek about being a lifelong musician, working as a crew member of the Smoke Signal News Broadcast radio show in high school, his experiences in the U.S. Coast Guard, attending Full Sail University, learning on the job vs. learning in film school, working freelance jobs in Massachusetts, his first screen credit (you'll have to hear it to believe it!), working freelance vs. full time, his movie Neewollah Yppah: The Legend of Snake Pond, filming a "moving lighthouse",working with various clients, and more.

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#88: Jeremy London

Thu, 14 Jan 2016 08:01:00 GMT

Actor Jeremy London chats with Derek about living on a farm in Oklahoma, ending his baseball career due to injury, getting into the acting business, working on the shows I'll Fly Away and Party of Five, what it was like to work on the set of Mallrats and Gods and Generals, his directorial debut with The Devil's Dozen, why he's looking forward to MallBrats (Mallrats 2), his acting classes, and much more.

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#87: Roland Mann Part 2

Thu, 07 Jan 2016 08:01:00 GMT

This interview was too big for just one episode! Roland Mann returns to talk about how he became a creative writing teacher and why his comic career made it difficult for that to happen, going to conventions, some of his upcoming appearances, his novel Buying Time, advice for anyone who wants to be a writer, and more.

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#86: Roland Mann Part 1

Thu, 31 Dec 2015 08:01:00 GMT

Former comic book writer Roland Mann chats with Derek about teaching at Full Sail University, the failure of Spider-Man 3, reading comics as a kid, the success of Marvel films, why be became a writer, creating comics with Barry Gregory in sixth grade, meeting artist Steven Butler in college, breaking into the comic industry, the Cat & Mouse film that never happened, and why the industry is much smaller than it seems.

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#85: A Unicorn Wrangler Christmas

Thu, 24 Dec 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Derek reads the iconic holiday story 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, with special Christmas songs performed by indie rock band The Unicorn Wranglers. Providing vocals is the lovely and talented Brooke Fleming, who is also making her podcast debut!

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#84: LOSERS

Thu, 17 Dec 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Actor Zack Abramowitz and filmmaker Carlos del Rosario chat with Derek about Wild Men's Kickstarter campaign, convention experiences, hardcore fandom, thoughts on the Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and Captain America: Civil War trailers, the inspiration for LOSERS, funny stories from the set, their anticipation for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, their aspirations for LOSERS, and more.

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#83: The Week In Geek

Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

David Ducorbier and Brian Held, Jr. of The Week in Geek chat with Derek about some of their "nerdy interests," the meaning of LARPing, how they started their radio show, their excitement for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, debate the potential success of Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, their upcoming convention appearances, and more.

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#82: T.S. Barnett

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Author T.S. Barnett chats with Derek about preparing for conventions as a vendor, why she became an author, her book series The Beast of Birmingham, their mutual love of villains, her love of Final Fantasy games, and more.

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#81: Best of DDE Volume 2

Wed, 25 Nov 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

We take another look back at some of the shows previous interviews, which include comic book artist Steve Scott (Batman, JLA, Smallville), video game FX designer Jeffrey Larkin (Mortal Kombat X, Injustice), indie rock band The Unicorn Wranglers (Murder Mystery Night, Atomics), former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer (Denver Broncos, Arizona Cardinals), and podcaster Nicole Welch (Real Time: Real Men Only).

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#80: Jason Woodham

Thu, 19 Nov 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Author Jason Woodham chats with Derek about their mutual love of Spider-Man, wanting to become a writer, his book Blaze: A Superhero Origin Story and how he used modern situations in the world as inspiration, getting an award from Troy University (his alma mater) being a football coach, and his upcoming projects.

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#79: Ani Keating

Thu, 12 Nov 2015 08:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Author Ani Keating chats with Derek about her book Thirty Nights, being discovered through fan fiction, the pros of social media, using elements of reality in fiction, some of her favorite books, cooking seafood, her future projects, and much more.

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#78: Pensacola Bay Brewery’s Mark Robertson

Thu, 29 Oct 2015 07:01:45 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Brewmaster Mark Robertson chats with Derek about growing up in a military family, how he got into the craft brew business, the process of making beer, how Pensacola Bay Brewery was founded, some of their best selling beers, Derek’s all-time favorite beer (the Vanilla Pumpkin Porter), advice for anyone who wants to get into the brewing business, and much more.

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#77: Bear With Me

Thu, 22 Oct 2015 07:01:21 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Bluegrass band Bear With Me chats with Derek about when they started playing music, how they met, how the band was formed, the process of songwriting, performing at Studio Amped, their album Worth the Weight, some of their upcoming shows, and more.

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#76: The Unicorn Wranglers Part 4

Thu, 15 Oct 2015 07:01:47 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Adam Waldron, Ian Waldron, and Joey Truncale of The Unicorn Wranglers return to promote their new EP Atomics, Joey’s vocal background and why he joined the band, why their new EP is different than their other records, and some of their upcoming shows.

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#75: Steve Kahn Returns

Thu, 08 Oct 2015 07:01:36 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmaker Steve Kahn returns to chat with Derek about the release of his short filmFear to the web, the process of submitting to a film festival, how Caitlyn Jenner inspired his latest film The Prisoner, why Netflix shows are better than most major blockbusters, and the difficulties of acting.

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#74: Illyria Brant

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 07:01:43 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Author Illyria Brant chats with Derek about living in New York City, wanting to become an author, her debut book Love’s Siren Call (Book 1), the appeal of romance novels for women, advice for aspiring authors, and more.

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#73: Jim Cummings

Thu, 24 Sep 2015 07:01:08 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Voice actor Jim Cummings chats with Derek about the D23 Expo, growing up in Ohio, working as a deck hand in New Orleans, why he wanted to get into acting, some of his iconic roles that include Darkwing Duck, Winnie the Pooh, Pete, and Dr. Robotnik, his upcoming appearance at Pensacon, and much more.

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#72: Michael Daw

Thu, 17 Sep 2015 07:01:20 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Graphic designer/actor/musician/comedian Michael Daw chats with Derek about college, comic books, his upcoming book A Very Krampus Christmas, some of their favorite stand up comedians, and much more.

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#71: Quint Studer (Pensacola Blue Wahoos Part 3)

Thu, 10 Sep 2015 07:01:34 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Pensacola Blue Wahoos co-owner Quint Studer chats with Derek about growing up in Illinois, why he wanted to get into medial healthcare, the process behind bringing the Blue Wahoos to Pensacola, the impact that the Wahoos have had on the community, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers

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#70: Pensacola Blue Wahoos Part 2

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 07:01:35 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

We continue our look into the world of minor league baseball. Derek sits down with various members of the Pensacola Blue Wahoos front office staff to find out how they got their job with the Wahoos, what it takes to prepare for a game, their favorite job memories, and much more.

[03:04] Tommy Thrall (Radio Broadcaster)
[11:20] Donna Kirby (Director of Guest Services & Community Relations)
[15:25] Dick Baker (Director of Human Resources)
[20:42] Travis Wilson (Executive Chef)
[26:37] Adam Waldron (Creative Services Manager)
[32:13] Maryjane Gardner (Director of Media & Public Relations)
[36:51] Michael Taylor & Joey DiChiara (Group Sales Executives)
[43:14] Denise Richardson (Director of Merchandise)
[52:06] Willie Lawrence (Home Clubhouse Manager)
[57:31] Affonso Jefferson (Director of Food & Beverage)
[1:01:46] Ray Sayre (Head Groundskeeper)

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#69: Pensacola Blue Wahoos Part 1

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 07:01:22 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Take a look into the world of minor league baseball. Derek chats with Pensacola Blue Wahoos players Ray Chang, Seth Mejias-Brean, Kyle Skipworth, Tim Adleman, and manager Pat Kelly about their time in Pensacola, what made them want to get into baseball, preparing for a game, some of their other interests, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#68: Fantasy Football Analyst Matt Dulcan

Thu, 20 Aug 2015 07:01:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Fantasy football analyst Matt Dulcan chats with Derek about growing up a San Francisco 49ers fan in the Bay Area of California, some of his all time favorite players, how he got into fantasy football, gives advice for upcoming drafts, and much more.

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Check out Matt’s website at 3rDown.com

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#67: “Hilary Banks” Karyn Parsons

Thu, 13 Aug 2015 07:01:12 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Actress Karyn Parsons chats with Derek about growing up in Hollywood, what made her want to be an actress, her experiences on set of Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, her non-profit organization Sweet Blackberry, and more.

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#66: Jeffrey Frame and Zack Kepner

Thu, 06 Aug 2015 07:01:21 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmakers Jeffrey Frame and Zack Kepner chat with Derek about their inspiration to work in film, drawing comic strips, creating music, their upcoming film Infidelity, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#65: Jason Lewing from Steamboys Radioshow

Thu, 30 Jul 2015 07:01:08 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Writer/producer/director Jason Lewing chats with Derek about his new audio dramaSteamboys Radioshow, what inspired him to do an audio show, his time as a theater actor, what makes an audio show unique, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#64: Travis “Moose” Mattair

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 07:01:47 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Former baseball player Travis Mattair chats with Derek about growing up in Washington, why he chose baseball over basketball, going through the minor league systems, his time playing with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, his current role with the Pensacola Training Academy, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#63: Maxon Hughes

Thu, 16 Jul 2015 07:01:04 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmaker Maxon Hughes chats with Derek about his web series Victors and its spinoffVictors: Shadow City, his longtime love of film, their mutual anticipation for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the struggles of independent filmmaking, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#62: S. Usher Evans

Thu, 09 Jul 2015 07:01:42 GMT

Author S. Usher Evans chats with Derek about growing up in Pensacola, her early days of writing fan fiction, her love of Harry Potter, the struggles of being an independent author, her book Double Life, appearing at Pensacon, working for National Geographic, Discovery Channel, BBC, and much more.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#61: Jason Robbins Returns

Thu, 02 Jul 2015 07:01:14 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Podcaster/illustrator/drummer Jason Robbins returns to chat with Derek about his podcastPop Culture Palate, joining the Nerd Cave Network, negativity on social media, dream podcast guests, Terminator: Genisys, our anticipation for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, his band Falls from Grace, and much more.

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#60: Jeremy Branch

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 07:01:46 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Podcaster Jeremy Branch chats with Derek about his love of the entertainment industry, why he created his YouTube channel, his interview show Below The Surface, their mutual love of film, pay tribute to Christopher Lee, and swap funny personal stories.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#59: Vito LaBruno

Tue, 09 Jun 2015 02:00:24 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Writer/director of film Vito LaBruno chats with Derek about growing up in New Jersey, independent filmmaking, his first feature film The Last American Guido, how production was affected by Hurricane Sandy, working as a police officer during 9/11. and how a phone call from Henry Winkler helped fuel his passion for film.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#58: Steven Butler and Barry Gregory

Mon, 01 Jun 2015 22:00:24 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Comic book artist Steven Butler and jack-of-all-trades Barry Gregory chat with Derek about how they got into the comic book industry, the various titles they’ve worked on (one happens to be Derek’s first comic he ever read!), their collaboration on John […]

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#57: Jack Thomas Smith Returns

Mon, 25 May 2015 07:01:25 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmaker Jack Thomas Smith returns to chat with Derek about the success of his filmInfliction, the struggles of indie filmmaking, his crowdfunding campaign for his latest projectIn The Dark, and their mutual love of pro football.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#56: Mandy Del Rio

Mon, 18 May 2015 07:01:42 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Talk show host Mandy Del Rio chats with Derek about growing up in California, her love of film, her talk show The Indie Lounge, and her acting aspirations.

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Check out The Indie Lounge at IndieLoungeTV.com

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#55: Paul Charchian

Mon, 11 May 2015 07:01:05 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Fantasy football analyst Paul Charchian chats about his love of Star Wars, his radio show Fantasy Football Weekly, what NFL rookies might make an impact in fantasy, video games, and what Nintendo needs to do to become relevant again.

Follow Paul on Twitter @PaulCharchian and LeagueSafe.com

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Intro and outro voiceover by Lisa Goodness

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#54: “Microbudget Filmmaking” Panel

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 07:01:38 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

We take a look into the world of film with a special panel dedicated to “filmmaking on a microbudget.” Talking points include maximizing your resources, raising funds, distribution, and much more.

Panelists: Steve Wise, Niraj Trivedi, and Kevin Almodovar
Moderator: Derek Diamond
Location: Goat Lips Deli & Dinner House in Pensacola, FL

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#53: Steve Kahn

Mon, 13 Apr 2015 07:01:03 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Filmmaker Steve Kahn chats with Derek about growing up in the world of community theater, why he chose to get into filmmaking, his short film Fear, the future of the film industry, and the greatness of Andrew Kramer. Find all our […]

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#52: Nicole Welch

Mon, 06 Apr 2015 07:01:31 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Podcaster Nicole Welch chats with Derek about growing up in Orlando, going to college in Pensacola, living in Honduras, advice for anyone who wants to start a podcast, her podcast Real Time: Real Men Only, VH1 shows, old school rap music, and […]

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#51: Wasted’s Steve Kasan

Mon, 30 Mar 2015 07:01:05 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Production “jack of all trades” Steve Kasan chats with Derek about growing up in Canada, the success of Guardians of the Galaxy, his love of Conan the Barbarian, old-school pro wrestling, their mutual passion for filmmaking, his film project Wasted, and […]

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#50: Jake “The Snake” Plummer

Mon, 23 Mar 2015 05:01:12 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Former NFL quarterback Jake Plummer chats with Derek about growing up in Idaho, why he chose to play college football at Arizona State University, highlights from his NFL career with the Arizona Cardinals and Denver Broncos, his thoughts on some of […]

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#49: Derek Diamond

Mon, 16 Mar 2015 07:01:42 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Guest host Marshal Thomas chats with podcaster Derek Diamond about how he got into film production, working for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, the Nerd Cave Network, his dream job, and their mutual love for fantasy football. Also included are two songs […]

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#48: Ben Galecki

Mon, 09 Mar 2015 08:01:24 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Pensacon CEO and co-founder Ben Galecki chats with Derek about how Pensacon was created, preparing for a convention, how fans have responded to it, a very early preview of Pensacon 2016, and his upcoming documentary The Staremaster. Also included are a […]

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#47: Best of DDE Volume 1

Thu, 26 Feb 2015 08:01:44 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, We take a look back at some of the best interviews from the show. Highlighted are The Unicorn Wranglers, Jason Robbins, Carrie Hunter, Christian Garman, and Steve Wise. Find all our shows on iTunes, Stitcher, and NerdCaveNetwork.com Music: Twin Peaks by […]

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#46: Wild Men

Thu, 12 Feb 2015 08:01:11 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Actors Alexander Stine, Zack Abramowitz, and director Bobby Sansivero chat with Derek about getting into film, their thoughts on upcoming reboots for Ghostbusters and Indiana Jones, Alex and Zack’s theater background, their upcoming film Wild Men, and much more. Find all […]

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#45: Bloody Bombshells

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 08:01:05 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Andrea Albin and Joanna Shirley of Bloody Bombshell Entertainment chat with Derek about getting started in the entertainment industry, what Bloody Bombshell is, their clients, traveling to conventions, Pensacon, advice for those who want to get into the entertainment industry, and […]

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#44: The Unicorn Wranglers Part 3

Thu, 29 Jan 2015 08:01:02 GMT

The first-ever guests on The Derek Diamond Experience are back! Adam and Ian Waldron from The Unicorn Wranglers return to promote their new album Murder Mystery Night, and their upcoming shows. They also discuss their thoughts on Super Bowl XLIX (49), their respective NFL teams (Arizona Cardinals and Denver Broncos), […]

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#43: Jessica Bailey

Thu, 22 Jan 2015 08:01:56 GMT

Fitness instructor Jessica Bailey chats with Derek about being a personal trainer, how she got into the world of fitness, working with Sarah Jessica Parker and various other celebrities, advice on how to get in shape, and much more. Check out Jessica’s website SassyGirlFitnessNYC.com Find all our shows […]

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#42: Kevin Bartini

Thu, 15 Jan 2015 08:01:16 GMT

Comedian Kevin Bartini chats with Derek about working in theater, some of his favorite stand up comics, his work on The Daily Show and The Colbert Report, The Movie Preview Review Podcast, and how he caused a New York street to be renamed “George Carlin Way.” Follow Kevin […]

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#41: Kurtz Frausun

Thu, 08 Jan 2015 08:01:03 GMT

Filmmaker Kurtz Frausun chats with Derek about living in Texas, what made him want to make his own films, immersing himself in the work of his film Peacock, zombie 5Ks, and their mutual love of Archer. Check out Kurtz’s work at Frausun.com Find all our shows on iTunes […]

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#40: Jennifer Nicole Stang

Thu, 01 Jan 2015 08:01:45 GMT

Filmmaker/songwriter/actress Jennifer Nicole Stang chats with Derek about growing up in performing arts, film and theatre acting, her company Heart Anchor Productions, her projects Early Bird and The Dream Series, and why she has a huge appreciation for the entire filmmaking process. Check out Jennifer’s work at JenniferNicoleStang.com Find […]

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#39: Darla Briganti Kain

Thu, 18 Dec 2014 11:00:45 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, theatre actress Darla Briganti Kain chats with Derek about growing up in central Florida, dinner/murder mystery theatre, her classes at A Class Act Studio, and the proper spelling of theater/theatre. Check out AClassActStudio.com Find our show on iTunes and NerdCaveNetwork.com Music: […]

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#38: We Might Be Superheroes

Thu, 11 Dec 2014 11:00:25 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Rica de Ocampo, Alex Covington, and Pat Bishow chat with Derek about their respective backgrounds in theater and film, their roles in the webseries We Might Be Superheroes, funny stories on the set, and some random nerdy topics. Music: Carne Asada […]

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#37: Maverick and Downtown Dave

Thu, 04 Dec 2014 11:00:18 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, Pensacola Blue Wahoos emcees Ryan “Maverick” Whited and “Downtown” Dave Presnell chat with Derek about how they started working with the Wahoos, what they do during the offseason, and some of their favorite Blue Wahoo moments. Music: Twin Peaks by The […]

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#36: Danial Hemme

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 12:00:34 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, WEAR/WFGX Creative Service Director Danial Hemme chats with Derek about growing up in Michigan, working on indie films, his job at Channel 3, and various nerd/pop culture topics. Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers Follow them on Twitter @UWranglers Intro […]

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#35: Ebed Pictures

Thu, 20 Nov 2014 12:00:04 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience travels to Enterprise, AL for Fanaticon. Derek chats with Javarice Moody, Michaela Gatlin, and Zach Wiggins of Ebed Pictures about how they got involved with the company, their webseries And Scene, writing and directing your own play, and even a little Doctor Who […]

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#34: Ann Marie Crouch

Thu, 13 Nov 2014 06:50:19 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, former model/actress Ann Marie Crouch chats with Derek about her modeling career, her time on Power Rangers: Wild Force, and her talent agency “AMC Talent.” Follow the show on Twitter @DDiamondExp Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wrangers Follow them on […]

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#33: John Michael Ferrari

Thu, 06 Nov 2014 12:00:27 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, author and film director John Michael Ferarri chats with Derek about his music career, his book “Acting with Your Eyes,” seminars, and his experiences in the world of film. Follow the show on Twitter @DDiamondExp Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn […]

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#32: Stephen Harwick

Fri, 31 Oct 2014 02:20:21 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, actor Stephen Harwick chats with Derek about basketball, what made him want to get into acting, his various film projects, and their mutual love for Marvel/DC movies. Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers Follow them on Twitter @Uwranglers

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#31: Bob Constance

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:00:03 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, filmmaker Bob Constance chats with Derek about growing up in a military family, movies, and various film projects. Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers Follow them on Twitter @UWranglers

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#30: Steve Wise

Mon, 13 Oct 2014 11:00:14 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, writer/director/producer Steve Wise chats with Derek about how he got into film, working on staff at Pensacon, and a pitching his script Batman: DarKnight to Warner Bros.

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#29: Christian Garman

Mon, 06 Oct 2014 11:00:37 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience

WEAR Channel 3 meterologist Christian Garman chats with Derek about his career, Hurricane Ivan, his love of comedies, and his podcast Digital Downtime.

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Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#28: Jack Thomas Smith

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 14:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmaker Jack Thomas Smith chats with Derek about growing up in the northeast, his love of film, how he got into the filmmaking business, his latest film Infliction, and the importance of social media in the world of independent filmmaking.

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Infliction
http://www.inflictiontapes.com
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Fox Trail Productions
http://www.foxtrailproductions.com

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#27: Adam Waldron

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 15:00:00 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience takes a look into the world of sports production. Adam Waldron, Creative Service Manager for the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, chats with Derek about how he got the job with the Wahoos, offers some behind the scenes perspective of preparing for a game, and some funny gameday stories.

Music: Twin Peaks by The Unicorn Wranglers
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#26: Josh Gay

Mon, 15 Sep 2014 13:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience

WEAR Account Executive and Pensacola Blue Wahoos PA Announcer Josh Gay chats with Derek about growing up in Pensacola, pro wrestling, how he became a PA announcer, and some funny Blue Wahoo stories.

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#25: Zach Dykes and Willis Cannon

Mon, 08 Sep 2014 07:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Podcasters Zach Dykes and Willis Cannon chat with Derek about growing up in a small Florida town, how their show The Nerd Cave Podcast came to fruition, video games, and much more!

Thank you to all the listeners who have helped this show reach twenty-five episodes!!!

End Credits: Dancing Machine by Jackson 5

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#24: Lisa Goodness

Mon, 01 Sep 2014 16:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Actress Lisa Goodness chats with Derek about The Actor Factor, voice acting, Robin Williams, and the greatness of John Barrowman.

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#23: Carrie Hunter

Mon, 25 Aug 2014 13:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Filmmaker Carrie Hunter chats with Derek about attending film school at Florida State University, working at WEAR Channel 3, and her love of British TV shows.

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#22: Sara Talmadge

Mon, 18 Aug 2014 15:06:53 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience,

Artist Sara Talmadge chats with Derek about growing up in Japan, what it was like moving to the United States, her time at Disney Interactive, anime, manga, and other nerdy things.

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#21: The Unicorn Wranglers Return

Mon, 11 Aug 2014 15:09:39 GMT

The Unicorn Wranglers return to The Derek Diamond Experience to discuss their upcoming album Murder Mystery Night, provide an inside look at their recording session, and tell a funny story involving a CiCi's Pizza bathroom you have to hear to believe!

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#20: Michelle Rhodes

Mon, 04 Aug 2014 15:34:17 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, actress Michelle Rhodes chats with Derek about growing up in the world of community theatre, The Actor Factor, conventions, and other nerdy/pop culture topics.

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#19: Jeffrey Larkin

Mon, 28 Jul 2014 15:21:00 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience travels to the world of video games. NetherRealm Studios Visual FX Designer Jeffrey Larkin chats with Derek about growing up in Chicago, working in a coffee shop, classic video games, working in the video game industry, and of course...MORTAL KOMBAT!!!

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#18: Marianne del Gallego

Mon, 21 Jul 2014 14:00:00 GMT

Actress Marianne del Gallego joins Derek to discuss The Actor Factor, Lost Souls, musicals, and her hopes to one day be cast as Anita from West Side Story.

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#17: Timberhawk

Mon, 14 Jul 2014 11:00:00 GMT

Nathan, Aubrey, and Matt from the Pensacola, FL band Timberhawk join Derek to discuss how they met each other, how the band was formed, what they individually bring to the band, and Matt's watch collection.

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#16: Matt Doering

Mon, 07 Jul 2014 15:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, artist Matt Doering chats with Derek about his time at Savannah College of Art and Design, working for Disney Interactive, and why you should go on a cross-country road trip.

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#15: Whitney Maneen

Mon, 30 Jun 2014 12:56:24 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, actress Whitney Maneen talks with Derek about the Lost Souls film, how she got into acting, and their mutual love for all things Disney.

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#14: Jason Sheedy

Mon, 23 Jun 2014 15:12:56 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, film director Jason Sheedy talks with Derek about their mutual love of film, his upcoming feature Patient, and the greatness of Brett Brooks.

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#13: Brandi Meriwether and Kayla Campbell

Mon, 16 Jun 2014 07:00:00 GMT

This week on The Derek Diamond Experience, actresses Brandi Meriwether and Kayla Campbell chat with Derek about their upcoming film Lost Souls, what made them want to get into acting, Kayla's modeling career, and how it's a "small world."

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#12: Adam Waldron and Joey Truncale

Mon, 09 Jun 2014 13:00:00 GMT

Adam Waldron and Joey Truncale return to The Derek Diamond Experience to settle their debate on the ending of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (with spoilers), their opinions on Godzilla, X-Men: Days of Future Past, Star Wars, and why Twister is Adam’s all time favorite movie.

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#11: Steve Scott

Mon, 02 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMT

The Derek Diamond Experience travels to the world of nerd culture with comic book artist Steve Scott. Derek chats with Steve about his early career, his time with bothMarvel and DC Comics, working on the Smallville TV show, Godzilla (SPOILERS), his upcoming projects, and why Derek may be bad luck.

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#10: Pensacolebowski's Ryan Eaton and Shauncey Fury

Mon, 19 May 2014 12:07:05 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience takes a look at the world of conventions. Pensacolebowski founders Ryan Eaton and Shauncey Fury talk with Derek about tattoos, Pensacon, The Big Lebowski, and what made them want to do an event inspired on the film.

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#9: Joey Truncale

Mon, 12 May 2014 20:46:25 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience returns to the world of sports. Pensacola Blue Wahoos broadcast trainee Joey Truncale chats with Derek about growing up in Virginia, attending Virginia Tech, the process of getting ready for a baseball game, and his love of theatre.

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#8: Adelle Palfrey

Mon, 05 May 2014 01:20:41 GMT

Model/actress/producer Adelle Palfrey chats with Derek about getting into modeling, what it’s like on the runway, and her role as an actress/producer on The Actor Factor.

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#7: Tamarah Murley

Mon, 28 Apr 2014 05:00:00 GMT

Continuing our look into the world of filmmaking, Derek talks with actress Tamarah Murley about the struggles of getting into the film industry, what made her want to be an actress, and much more. Tamarah has several credited appearances, includingAmerican Horror Story and Unsolved Histories. She also has an appearance on episode 2 of the new web series, Partners, which will be available online May 18th, 2014.

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#6: Niraj Trivedi and Gelin Vicente

Mon, 21 Apr 2014 13:37:46 GMT

Local indie filmmaker Niraj Trivedi and actress Gelin Vicente join Derek to discuss their early careers, their upcoming web series The Actor Factor, the struggles of indie filmmaking, and the greatness of Titanic (yes, Titanic).

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#5: Austin Hermann and Matthew Wilkins

Mon, 14 Apr 2014 05:00:00 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience ventures into the world of filmmaking. Derek talks with local filmmakers Austin Hermann and Matthew Wilkins about how they met, video games, their upcoming film Chondriac, and upcoming films that they're excited about.

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#4: Brett Brooks

Mon, 07 Apr 2014 17:55:35 GMT

Derek met Brett Brooks back at Fanaticon in November 2013. After two appearances on The Nerd Cave Podcast, Brett sits down with Derek one-on-one to discuss how he got into writing/drawing, Dust Bunny, freelance work, and some of his upcoming projects.

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#3: Jason Robbins

Mon, 31 Mar 2014 07:00:00 GMT

Jason Robbins has worn many hats, including being a drummer for the band Fall as Well, an EMT, a podcaster, and illustrator. This week, Derek talks to Jason about his career as a musician (as well as his thoughts on the current music scene), touring with 3 Doors Down, how he got into podcasting, his work on the film Juamingo, what it was like to go through Huricane Katrina, and the great Drew Struzan.

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#2: Tommy Thrall

Mon, 24 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT

This week, The Derek Diamond Experience takes a journey into the world of sports. Pensacola Blue Wahoos broadcaster Tommy Thrall joins Derek to talk about his early life growing up in a small Missouri town, what got him into broadcasting, the process of getting ready to call a baseball game, golfing in Myrtle Beach, and other random sports tidbits.

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#1: The Unicorn Wranglers

Mon, 17 Mar 2014 06:01:00 GMT

In this debut episode of The Derek Diamond Experience, Derek talks to Adam and Ian Waldron from The Unicorn Wranglers, an indie rock band based out of Pensacola, FL. They discuss how they got into music, their early days as a band, the process that goes into performing at a show, and even some funny band stories. Also featured is a song from their album 95 Flannel titled Great Day To Be Nude.

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