Back To One
Episodes
Cassandra Freeman
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cassandra Freeman has made her mark in everything from drama to laugh out loud comedy across film, television, and the stage. She is best known for h...
Feodor Chin
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Few actors have been able to consistently make a living dipping their toes in as many different mediums and genres as Feodor Chin has—film, telev...
Michael Chernus
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From "Orange Is The New Black" and "Severance" to "Spider-Man:Homecoming" and "Inez & Doug & Kira," Michael Chernus has been consistently delivering p...
June Squibb
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
June Squibb has only been acting for about seven decades, so forgive her if she hasn't figured this whole acting thing out yet. Luckily she isn't stop...
Tom Bateman
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Bateman has delivered wonderful performances in "Thirteen Lives," "Death on the Nile," "Murder on the Orient Express," and Peacock's dark comedic ...
Corey Fogelmanis
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corey Fogelmanis' first big break came as the fan-favorite Farkle on the Disney Channel series "Girl Meets World." He later appeared alongside Octavia...
Nina Hoss
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nina Hoss is one of our most respected stage, film, and television actors working internationally. She is known for her collaborations with director C...
Cooper Raiff Returns
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cooper Raiff returns to the podcast (first time was Ep. 128) to discuss his latest project, the eight-episode, independently-made, decades-spanning s...
Crispin Glover Part 2
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second part of my interview with Crispin Glover where we dive deep into his latest film "No! You're Wrong or Spooky Action At A Distance,"...
Crispin Glover
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crispin Glover is best known for playing George McFly in "Back To The Future," but for the past three decades he's been very thoughtful, patient, and ...
Catherine LeFrere
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Catherine LeFrere plays Isabella Blow in the inventive off-Broadway production "House of McQueen" at The Mansion At Hudson Yards in New York City. The...
Special Episode: Josh Pais Returns to Discuss his book "Lose Your Mind"
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Pais returns to the podcast (first time was Ep. 77). Aside from being one of the most respected actors in the game, with over 150 credits in fil...
Ruby Cruz
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Watching Ruby Cruz’s remarkable and seemingly effortless performance in her latest film, “The Threesome,” I got a hunch that she was engaging wi...
Tim Blake Nelson
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Blake Nelson is a celebrated actor, writer, and director. His nearly 100 screen credits include “The Thin Red Line,” “Lincoln,” “The Bal...
John Carroll Lynch
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
John Carroll Lynch has delivered so many performances, on so many sets, for both the big and small screen, that it is almost ridiculous. Just a few hi...
Sunita Mani
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know the multitalented Sunita Mani from “Glow,” “Spirited,” “Mr. Robot,” or “Save Yourselves!” And now, just this year, she has ro...
Mary Neely
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Neely first came to the world’s attention during the pandemic with her viral videos, earning praise from Lin-Manuel Miranda and Andrew Lloyd We...
Ivan Martin
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You can see Ivan Martin’s work in “Billions,” “The Sopranos,” “Suits,” “Ozark,” “Gaslit,” “What We Do In The Shadows,” and m...
Martin Harris
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Martin Harris has delivered stand-out work on “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Young Sheldon,” “NCIS: Los Angeles,” “Stranger Things,” an...
Jason Patel
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Patel is an emerging actor and artist. He plays the lead role of “Aysha” in “Unicorns,” opposite Ben Hardy. It’s his feature film debu...
David Malinsky
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the 350th episode of Back To One, I sat down with an actor who brings me great joy when he’s on the screen, the one and only David Malinsky. He ...
Erik Jensen
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Erik Jensen is a multipyphenate who, along with his wife and creative partner Jessica Blank have been called “the foremost practitioners of document...
Bonnie Rose
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Bonnie Rose started her professional career as a stand-in for Bette Midler on “First Wives Club.” Next up, the iconic and legendary film direct...
Steve Zahn
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Zahn gained early attention for his breakout roles in the 1990s, including “Reality Bites” and “That Thing You Do!” He became a frequent...
Tim Bagley
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Bagley has so much experience doing comedy on television that his credits read like a comprehensive list of every sit-com over the past 30 years. ...
Carrie Preston
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie Preston is back in her Emmy-winning role as 'Elsbeth Tascioni' in the second season of the CBS series "Elsbeth," from "The Good Fight" and "The...
Ian McShane
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The legendary Ian McShane has been acting for more than 60 years, from “The Wild and The Willing,” “The Last of Shelia,” and “Jesus of Nazar...
Bobby Naderi
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know Bobby Naderi from his subtle and sometimes hilarious work in films like “Bright” and “The Beekeeper.” Now he brings that same alivene...
Lovie Simone
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The young but wise Lovie Simone is best known for “Selah and The Spades” and “The Craft: Legacy.” Now she stars in the hit Netflix series “F...
Theodore Bouloukos Returns
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Theodore Bouloukos returns to the podcast after nearly 7 years (first time was episode 14). The “secret weapon of independent cinema,” as The New...
Joel Potrykus
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We rarely get to hear Joel Potrykus talk about himself as an actor. The independent filmmaker of such beloved low-budget treasures as “Ape,” “Bu...
Brett Gelman
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You know him as Murray in “Stranger Things,” or Martin in “Fleabag,” or loved him in “Lemon” (the wonderful indie film he also co-wrote), ...
Adeel Akhtar
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adeel Akhtar is a versatile British actor known for his powerful performances across film, television, and theatre. He gained widespread acclaim for h...
Michael Angarano
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Angarano has been acting since he was an infant and has a long resume of memorable work in both comedic and dramatic roles—“Almost Famous,...
Jolene Purdy
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jolene Purdy is always a standout. She gained recognition for her performance as Cherita Chen in the cult classic “Donnie Darko,” and later appear...
Hadi Tabbal
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The incredible Lebanese actor Hadi Tabbal just finished the monumental Broadway run of Sanaz Toossi’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play “English.” He ...
Jonathan Majors
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Majors is an actor. His latest film is "Magazine Dreams." He sat down with Peter Rinaldi to talk about the work. Back To One is the in-dept...
Ariella Mastroianni
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ariella Mastroianni is an actor from New Jersey by way of Ontario, Canada. With director Ryan J. Sloan, she co-wrote and co-produced "Gazer," which sh...
Vincent D'Onofrio
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
An actor’s actor of the first order, Vincent D’Ononfrio has been delivering “all in” performances, usually in supporting roles, for nearly f...
Gugu Mbatha-Raw
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The celebrated period drama "Belle" marked the arrival of Gugu Mbatha-Raw and since then she hasn’t stopped impressing audiences in films like “Mo...
Caveh Zahedi
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caveh Zahedi is one of the most influential independent filmmakers of our time. Jay Duplass, Lena Dunham, Richard Linklater, Greta Gerwig, are all big...
Lucy Boynton
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lucy Boynton is known for delivering exceptional performances in films like “Sing Street,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Chevalier,” and “The Gr...
Griffin Dunne
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Griffin Dunne has balanced acting, directing, and producing for over 40 years in this business. “Chilly Scenes of Winter,” “An American Werewolf...
Margo Martindale
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In movies like “Million Dollar Baby,” "August: Osage County,” “Blow The Man Down,” and series like "The Americans,” “Justified,” and “...
Brad Fleischer
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Brad Fleischer is an actor, teacher, coach, filmmaker, producer, and founding partner of GhostLight Media. He originated the role of Doug in “Grueso...
Marianne Jean-Baptiste
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marianne Jean-Baptiste is getting accolades and awards for her incredible performance in Mike Leigh’s “Hard Truths.” The two last worked togethe...
Mike Leigh Dishes Hard Truths: A Special Episode
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The U.S. premiere of “Hard Truths” at the New York Film Festival in October brings director Mike Leigh back to the podcast for the third time (Ep....
Tiffany Boone
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tiffany Boone’s breakout role was Jerrika Little on the series “The Chi.” “Little Fires Everywhere,” “The Midnight Sky,” “Nine Perfect...
Tommy Dewey
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tommy Dewey is best known for playing Alex Cole on the Hulu series “Casual” for five seasons. This year, two movies benefit from his talents—the...
Alessandro Nivola Returns
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alessandro Nivola returns to the podcast (Ep. 37 and Ep.170) to discuss three performances he gives in three different films out at the same time thi...
Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ethan Herisse and Brandon Wilson are the stars of “Nickel Boys,” RaMell Ross’ bold and brilliant adaptation of Colson Whitehead’s novel that t...
Michael Shannon
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Shannon is known for his intense and versatile performances across film, television, and theater—“Take Shelter,” “99 Homes,” “Noct...
The Seventh Annual Kevin Corrigan Episode
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this time of the year when traditions give us a sense of comfort and repetition that we need, especially in these volatile times, Back To One has a...
Peter Vack
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As an actor, Peter Vack is known for his work in television series such as “I Just Want My Pants Back (series lead),” “Mozart In The Jungle,” ...
Jack Dunphy
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Dunphy is a writer, filmmaker, animator, actor and podcaster. His shorts have played in festivals around the world and his latest, “Bob’s F...
Jaclyn Bethany
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jaclyn Bethany is an Emmy award winning filmmaker, writer and actor based in New Orleans, Louisiana. She has been committed to creating art and telli...
Daisy Ridley
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Daisy Ridley shot to global fame for her portrayal of Rey in the “Star Wars” sequel trilogy. Since then, she has been choosing diverse roles that ...
Maria Dizzia
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor, director, coach, teacher, Maria Dizzia is a perpetual student of the craft of acting, which makes her celebrated and in-demand for all those jo...
Cory Michael Smith
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“There are practical paths and intuitive paths with each character,” says Cory Michael Smith at the start of this episode, and it’s a recurring ...
Michael Urie
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Urie is one of those mega-talented actors who seems to jump effortlessly from theater (like "Torch Song," "Spamalot," and, currently, the revi...
Will Janowitz
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Straddling the line between outsider artist and full fledged Hollywood sellout, Will Janowitz has always found solace working both sides of the indust...
Chase Stokes
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
His breakout role in Netflix’s “Outer Banks” catapulted Chase Stokes to fame. In the series, he portrays the charismatic and determined John B, ...
Grace Glowicki
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The mega-talented Canadian multi-hyphenate Grace Glowicki gives an incredible performance in Mary Dauterman’s debut feature “Booger.” On this ep...
Odessa Young
11 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Odessa Young is only 26, but she already has a truly impressive body of work behind her. “Assassination Nation,” “A Million Little Pieces,” “...
Luke Tennie
04 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
To be a standout on a show featuring Jason Segel and Harrison Ford is quite a feat, but that’s exactly what Luke Tennie did in his breakthrough role...
Will Brill
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
He was in “The OA,” “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” and played Roy Cohn in “Fellow Travelers,” but the stage is where Will Brill has found th...
Simon Rex
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
He was a model and MTV VJ, and then Simon Rex transitioned to acting, becoming widely recognized for his comedic roles in the "Scary Movie" franchise,...
Marianne Rendón
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marianne Rendón’s performance in “Summer Solstice,” Noah Schamus’ “modern twist on the buddy comedy from a queer and trans perspective,” ...
Dylan Arnold
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Still in his early career, Dylan Arnold has already built a diverse catalog of roles, including a breakout one in season three of Netflix’s “You...
David Garelik
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Garelik was in Trey Edward Shults’ “Waves,” Peter Berg’s “Mile 22,” and recently finished a run of an Off-Broadway 2-hander at the W...
Jimmy Tatro
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Tatro is an actor, director, writer, and comedian best known for the popular YouTube channel he created over a decade ago, "LifeAccordingToJimmy...
Y'lan Noel
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Y’lan Noel played Daniel in the HBO series “Insecure" and starred in “The First Purge,” now he plays Officer Platt in “Lady in The Lake,” ...
Zachary Ray Sherman
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After early success opposite Kirsten Dunst in Lifetime’s “Fifteen and Pregnant,” and as Jasper on the CW’s reboot of “90210,” Zachary Ray ...
Abbey Lee
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the midst of a successful modeling career a decade ago, Abbey Lee’s chance to break into acting came with “Mad Max Fury Road.” That challengi...
Julianne Nicholson
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There are few actors more well respected than the preternaturally gifted Julianne Nicholson. Recent notable credits include “August: Osage County,”...
John Early
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Early is an actor, comedian, writer, and wearer of many hats. His latest as a comedian and writer is the HBO special “Now More Than Ever.” Hi...
Clive Owen
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
When you look at the illustrious career of Clive Owen, you see choices made based on the depth of the roles (“Closer,” “Children of Men,” “H...
Betsy Aidem
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Betsy Aidem has been in over 80 plays, off Broadway, on Broadway, and around the world. Recent titles of note: “All The Way,” where she played Lad...
Molly Gordon
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Gordon makes everything better. She was a stand-out among stand-outs in films like “Good Boys,” “Booksmart,” and “Shiva Baby.” Then ...
Nell Tiger Free
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
She was on “Game of Thrones” when she was a child, but Nell Tiger Free hit her stride in the M. Night Shyamalan series “Servant,” and now her ...
Tom Pelphrey Returns
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Since he was last on the podcast (Ep. 112), Tom Pelphrey has been nominated for an Emmy for his work on “Ozark,” he’s had juicy roles on "Outer ...
Mia Vallet
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past year and a half, no actor in any medium has given me more inspiration through their work than Mia Vallet. As a company member and freque...
Judy Reyes
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Judy Reyes is best known for playing Carla on the TV series “Scrubs,” but her nearly three-decades-long career is packed with roles on long-runnin...
Ryan Czerwonko
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As a working actor, Ryan Czerwonko’s credits include “The Endgame,” “Chicago Med,” “Chicago Fire,” “Cherry,” “Paint,” and “Wat...
Dylan Baker
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dylan Baker is the definition of a consummate actor. For over three decades he has delivered so many incredible performances in series like “The Goo...
Brandon Scott
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
His work in series like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “13 Reasons Why,” and “This Is Us,” has established Brandon Scott as a captivatingly talented ...
Colin Burgess and Anthony Oberbeck
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Colin Burgess and Anthony Oberbeck star in “Dad & Step-Dad,” a indie comedy film they co-wrote with director Tynan DeLong. It follows Jim and Dave...
George MacKay
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You know the gifted actor George MacKay from films like “1917” or “True History of The Kelly Gang.” Now he has given us two absolutely incredi...
Lukas Gage
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lukas Gage is on a roll. In shows like “The White Lotus,” “Euphoria,” “You,” and the latest season of “Fargo,” films like “How to Bl...
Anastasia Olowin
12 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Brooklyn-based actor Anastasia Olowin stars in Shaun Seneviratne’s “Ben and Suzanne, A Reunion in 4 Parts,” which just had its world premier...
Hugo De Sousa
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As an actor, Hugo De Sousa had breakout leading roles in “We Used to Know Each Other,” “Mister Limbo,” and “Everything in The End.” I was ...
Mario Van Peebles
27 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“Heartbreak Ridge” put him on the map as an actor, “New Jack City” as a director, and with “Posse,” the 1993 hit Western he directed and s...
John Magaro
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Magaro has been delivering consistently stellar performances in films like “Not Fade Away,” “The Big Short,” “Carol,” “First Cow,”...
Leah McKendrick
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leah McKendrick wrote, directed, and stars in the hilarious, super smart, and intensely personal new film “Scrambled.” It’s about a perpetual br...
Mia McKenna-Bruce
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mia McKenna-Bruce is an English actress. Her performance in the film “How To Have Sex” is, rightfully, being spoken about with many superlatives. ...
Sallieu Sesay
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sallieu Sesay is a Sierra Leonean-American actor who has had recurring roles on CBS’ “Seal Team” and HBO’s “Barry,” and, in his latest, de...
Jack Huston
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jack Huston has worked with Scorsese, Ridley Scott, David O’ Russell, The Coens, had meaty roles on series like “Mayfair Witches,” “Fargo,” ...
Spenser Granese
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know Spenser Granese from memorable roles on “Better Call Saul,” “Fear of the Walking Dead,” “Pam & Tommy,” and, perhaps most memorabl...
Michelle Monaghan
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Discovering Michelle Monaghan in “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” was like finding evidence that the old school Hollywood comedy actress gene, long thought e...
Melora Hardin
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melora Hardin is best known for playing Jan on the American version of “The Office.” She was nominated for an Emmy for her work on the series “T...