Alyshia Ochse

Actress / Author / Podcaster / Artist

Paul Ben-Victor
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Paul is just wrapped filming a fun recurring role in M.I.A. for Peacock and MRC.  He will next be seen recurring Lanterns for Max, in Man On Fire for Netflix and Raising Kanan for Starz.  Also, he’ll be seen playing “Sam Giancana” in the feature Killing Castro opposite Al Pacino, which is premiering at TIFF.  He just recurred in the massive hit Netflix show, Nobody Wants This and can also be seen recurring in The Lincoln Lawyer for Netflix and Bookie for Max.  Paul can also be seen in our Lionsgate film Plane, in Hulu’s Pam & Tommy for Craig Gillespie and he is best known for David Simon & HBO’s The Wire and Martin Scorsese’s Vinyl.

Paul Ben-Victor’s most recent work includes recurring in the Netflix hit NOBODY WANTS THIS and THE LINCOLN LAWYER recurring in BOOKIE for Max.  Paul can also be seen in EMANCIPATION for Apple & Antoine Fuqua opposite Will Smith, PAM & TOMMY for Craig Gillespie and Hulu opposite Lily James, PLANE for Lionsgate opposite Gerard Butler, and THE IRISHMAN for Martin Scorsese opposite Al Pacino. He’s well known for playing the Greek mobster Spiros on the acclaimed HBO series THE WIRE for David Simon and his series regular role in VINYL for Martin Scorsese and HBO. Paul will next be seen in recurring in MAN ON FIRE for Netflix, RAISING KANAN for Starz and starring opposite Al Pacino in KILLING CASTRO. His other work includes TRUE DETECTIVE, ENTOURAGE, MONSTER, WILL & GRACE, THE SHIELD, MONK, THE X-FILES, and TRUE ROMANCE among many others.

Credits:

  • The Wire
  • Nobody Wants This
  • Entourage
  • Everybody Hates Chris
  • True Detective
  • The Irishman
  • Get Hard
  • Vinyl
  • Power Book III: Raising Kanan
  • True Romance
  • Green Lantern
  • The Lincoln Lawyer
  • Pam & Tommy
  • Man on Fire
  • The Chosen
  • Killing Castro

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Kelli Garner
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A California native, Kelli Garner made her film debut at age sixteen in director Mike Mills’ short film Architecture of Reassurance. Her performance captured the attention of director Larry Clark who cast her in her first feature film, as the drug-addicted teen, Heather Swallers, in the controversial docudrama Bully. Following Kelli earned the role as the 1940’s Hollywood ingénue, Faith Domergue, in Martin Scorsese’s The Aviator, opposite Leonardo DiCaprio. Soon after, she reunited with Mike Mills for his 2005 Sundance hit Thumbsucker, and following with her first leading roles, starring opposite Tommy Lee Jones in Man of the House as well as the quirky and offbeat comedy Lars and the Real Girl, opposite Ryan Gosling.

On the television side, Garner most recently starred as Kate Ryan on NBC’s The Enemy Within opposite Jennifer Carpenter and Morris Chestnut and gave a knockout performance per Variety as Norma Jean /Marilyn Monroe in Lifetime’s event drama, The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe, also starring Susan Sarandon. Garner co-starred in ABC’s 1960’s airline drama, Pan Am, opposite Christina Ricci , cementing her throwback, vintage appeal, along the way.

Credits:

  • The Aviator
  • Lars and the Real Girl
  • Pan Am
  • Godzilla: King of the Monsters
  • The Enemy Within
  • American Gigolo
  • The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe
  • Going the Distance
  • Taking Woodstock
  • Buffy the Vampire Slayer

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Román Zaragoza
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Actor, director, and producer Román Zaragoza has quickly become “one to watch” in the entertainment industry, bringing diverse stories to life on stage and screen. Zaragoza currently stars in CBS’ award winning comedy series “Ghosts.” The show debuted in 2021 to critical acclaim, with media calling it “charming” (Paste Magazine), “this CBS comedy about the diverse spirits haunting an upstate manor is scary good” (The Wall Street Journal) and “a superb cast full of fresh faces dropping quotable one-liners left and right…every viewer will have a different favorite ghost (TVLine). Zaragoza instantly became a fan favorite as Sasappis, a blunt troublemaker who tries to fill eternity by having a little fun and creating some drama.

Over the course of four seasons “Ghosts” has earned a plethora of awards season nominations including two Television Critics Association Awards for Outstanding New Program and Outstanding Achievement in Comedy in 2022, a 2025 GLAAD Media Award nomination for Outstanding Comedy Series, a 2024 Critics Choice Super Award nomination for Best Horror Series, Limited Series or Made-for-TV Movie, a nomination for The Sci-Fi/Fantasy Show of the Year at the 2024 People’s Choice Awards and Best Comedy Series at the 2023 Critics Choice Awards.  Season four of “Ghosts” is currently airing new episodes on CBS, and was recently renewed for two more seasons.

In film, Zaragoza will star in the upcoming untitled animated spinoff from “Aang: The Last Airbender” for Paramount Pictures alongside Dave Bautista (release date TBC, 2026). Also in film Zaragoza served as a producer not he short “This Is Their Land,” which premiered at the Dances with Films Festival in New York City. The film takes place during the Modoc War of 1872-73, follows the brave Modoc Civic Leader Captain Jack as he negotiates for peace in his homeland against the U.S. army, and the sacrifices he makes for the sake of his people.

CREDITS:
  • Ghosts
  • Stumptown
  • The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender
  • Austin & Ally
  • Spirit Rangers
  • Shadow Wolves

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
  • WRITER: Maddie McCormick
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
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  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Cerikcioglu

Mark Pellegrino
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Mark Pellegrino has built a career entertaining audiences and impressing critics with his work in numerous films and television series’ delivering standout performances time and again with his tremendous range of characters. On television, he’s left lasting impressions as Paul Bennett on Showtime’s Dexter, Jacob on ABC’s Lost, Bishop on SyFy’s Being Human, Lucifer on the CW’s Supernatural, and in series like 13 Reasons Why, Quantico, The Closer, The Returned, American Rust, and FX’s Class of ’09. His film work includes standout roles in The Big Lebowski, Mulholland Dr., Capote, National Treasure, and collaborations with Joel Schumacher, David Mamet, Steven Spielberg, David Lynch, and the Coen Brothers.

In addition to constant travel reporting to sets for production on television’s top shows, Pellegrino has remained connected to his craft by keeping active in theater as well as teaching classes.  He taught at Playhouse West for seventeen years and is currently teaching at his wife’s, Tracy Pellegrino’s, acting school in Paris – Playhouse Paris.  When free time allows, he actively participates in a variety of sports, including martial arts, kickboxing, Thai boxing, Judo, Karate and Ju-Jitsu. Pellegrino currently resides with his family just outside of Los Angeles.

CREDITS:
  • Supernatural
  • Murdaugh: Death in the Family
  • 13 Reasons Why
  • American Rust
  • The Rookie: Feds
  • 9-1-1
  • Quantico
  • Lost
  • Prison Break
  • Dexter
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • Mulholland Drive
  • The Big Lebowski
  • National Treasure
  • Capote

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  • HOST/PRODUCER: Alyshia Ochse
  • WRITER: Maddie McCormick
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Cerikcioglu

Wynn Everett
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Wynn Everett was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia. As a junior in high school she played the lead role in “Children Of A Lesser God”, where she won Georgia State Best Actress. She graduated from Auburn University with a major in Communication and a minor in Theatre.

Wynn moved to New York City to work for ABC’s “Good Morning America” where she there began her career in film and television. She can be seen in “Palmer” for Apple TV, “Charlie Wilson’s War” directed by Mike Nichols, “The Newsroom” and “Doom Patrol” for HBO,  Marvel’s “Agent Carter,” “Ordinary Joe,” “Modern Family” and “Mind Games” for ABC, Steven Spielberg’s pilot “Lumen,” NBC’s “This is Us,” Dolly Parton’s “Heartstrings,” “The Walking Dead,” for AMC as well as Jenji Kohan’s “Teenage Bounty Hunters”  and the mentally unstable Kathy for 2 seasons of “Sweet Magnolias” for Netflix.

As a Voice Over artist, she has voiced the national campaign for American Cancer Society and originated the role of Madame Masque/Whitney Frost both in the live action “Agent Carter” and animated series Disney’s “Avengers Assemble.”

Wynn recently wrapped filming on “Merv” for Amazon Pictures, “She Dances” written by Steve Zahn, directed by Rick Gomez.  “MIA” for Peacock, “DTF St. Louis” for HBO, “Cape Fear” for Apple.  She can be seen next September 30th in “Chad Powers” for HULU.

Credits:

  • Chad Powers
  • M.I.A.
  • Agent Carter
  • Doom Patrol
  • The Newsroom
  • Merv
  • DTF St. Louis
  • This is Us
  • Ordinary Joe
  • Young Rock
  • Sweet Magnolias
  • The Walking Dead
  • Teenage Bounty Hunters
  • Modern Family
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • Charlie Wilson’s War

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

William Stanford Davis
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William Stanford Davis is an award-winning, journey-man actor celebrated for his dynamic performances on stage and screen. Best known for his fan-favorite role as the quirky and lovable custodian Mr. Johnson on ABC’s Emmy®, SAG, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice award-winning hit series “Abbott Elementary”, Davis has earned widespread critical acclaim in 2025, including a 2025 NAACP Image Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy, an award he won in 2024. “Abbott Elementary” recently garnered nine Emmy nominations, further solidifying its status as one of TV’s most beloved comedies. The series wrapped their 4th season, which is now available to stream on Hulu and Season 5 will return this fall. William Stanford’s Role as Mr Johnson continues to be a scene stealer, with Vulture even naming him “The King Of Abbott Elementary” in 2024. He connects with audiences and fans of all ages, on and off-camera, and is even making waves in the fashion industry with his classic and fresh red-carpet looks and his genuine passion for luxury fashion. Recently, William starred in the critically acclaimed Apple TV+ comedy, “Mythic Quest.” Davis brings charisma and depth to the ensemble cast, adding a fresh dynamic to the show’s fast-paced, satirical tone. Coming up next, Davis will be seen starring alongside Wanda Sykes in the film “Undercard”, adding another exciting chapter to his impressive career. Previous TV credits Davis include his memorable roles in Truth Be Told, Swagger, Snowpiercer, Ray Donovan, Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Chicago Med and The Big Bang Theory to name a few.

Recent Interviews: The Jennifer Hudson Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live! (11/11/24), Good Night New York, and Sherri Show

Credits:

  • Abbott Elementary
  • Side Quest
  • Snowpiercer
  • Curb Your Enthusiasm
  • Ray Donovan
  • The Big Bang Theory
  • Perry Mason
  • It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
  • Shameless
  • Truth Be Told
  • Swagger
  • Chicago Med

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Brandon Jay McLaren
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Today, we’re thrilled to catch up with an actor who truly embodies the “malleable” spirit of our industry, Brandon Jay McLaren. Since our last conversation in 2021, Brandon has been on an incredible run on hit shows like The Rookie, Snowfall, and The Cleaning Lady. Brandon shares how he masterfully juggled shooting Snowfall and The Rookie simultaneously, even requiring a wig transformation. Plus, Brandon shares what it was like working with his acting hero, Toni Collette, on his upcoming, genre-bending Netflix series, Wayward, which drops September 25th. We’ll also delve into the current industry “lull,” his pivot into creating his own projects, and his candid thoughts on self-tapes versus in-person auditions.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Brandon Jay McLaren right here.

Credits:

  • Snowfall
  • The Killing
  • Wayward
  • The Rookie
  • Graceland
  • The Cleaning Lady
  • Firefly Lane
  • UnREAL
  • Ransom
  • Chicago Fire
  • Tucker and Dale vs Evil
  • She’s the Man

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Sheila Carrasco
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Sheila Carrasco is a comedian and actress best known for her portrayal of the character “Flower” on the hit CBS series GHOSTS  which returns for Season 5 on October 16th. She’s a fan favorite and the show (which has been renewed for a 6th season already) brings in 11.9M viewers! The series is so popular there is already a UK and Australian version in the works.

Sheila’s character “Flower” is a sweet but trippy 60s love child who experiences regular flashbacks and hallucinations. Because of this, she bounces between lucidity and trances that often leave her distracted and confused. Ghostly Ability: Flower can make someone feel high when she walks through them. Fun fact: Sheila was actually “discovered” as part of the CBS Diversity Showcase! Hence why these programs are so important!

Credits:

  • Ghosts
  • The Good Place
  • Jane the Virgin
  • American Housewife
  • Life in Pieces
  • The Odd Couple
  • I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson
  • #VanLife

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Ravi Patel
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Ravi Patel returns to the podcast with a wide-ranging, candid conversation about a career that refuses to fit into a single lane. Since his last appearance, Ravi has been everywhere—from Animal Control and Ghosts (where he’s now a consulting producer) to new documentaries, a musical, and even Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.

Ravi shares how he’s learned to thrive in “chaos with poise,” balancing multiple creative pursuits while working fewer hours, prioritizing family, and taking bold, unconventional swings. From walking away from a bad offer only to land a starring role on Animal Control, to his approach to improv on set, Ravi offers an honest and often hilarious look at what it means to build a purpose-driven career in an ever-changing industry.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Ravi Patel right here.

Credits:

  • Animal Control
  • Ghosts
  • Wonder Woman 1984
  • Three Women
  • Master of None
  • Ravi Patel’s Pursuit of Happiness
  • Justified: City Primeval
  • Transformers
  • American Housewife
  • Wrecked
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • Santa Clarita Diet

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EPISODE CREDITS:
  • WRITER: Erin McCluskey
  • WEBSITE & GRAPHICS: Chase Jennings
  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri

Jack Schumacher
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A native of Chicago, Jack Schumacher plays “Yancy Gray” in Netflix drama  Ransom Canyon starring Josh Duhamel and Minka Kelly.  He recently wrapped shooting the romatic comedy 40 DATES & 40 NIGHTS opposite Bailee Madison and Annie Potts.  Schumacher’s feature credits include Paramount’s billion dollar hit Top Gun: Maverick.  His series credits include Welcome to Chippendales, The Irrational, Chicago P.D. and S.W.A.T.  When not working, Jack enjoys playing ice hockey and consumes a constant stream of film and television, always looking to learn and grow as a performer.  He is repped by Stewart Talent and Venture.

Credits:

  • Top Gun: Maverick
  • Ransom Canyon
  • 40 Dates and 40 Nights
  • Welcome to Chippendales
  • The Irrational
  • Chicago P.D.
  • S.W.A.T.
  • Empire

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  • ASSISTANT: Elle Powell
  • SOCIAL OUTREACH: Alara Ceri
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Los Angeles-based actress, bestselling author, host of That One Audition podcast, entrepreneur, & mother.

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