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Today on Too Opinionated, actor, writer, director Natalija Nogulich drops in for a visit! Natalija is known for her recent work on CHICAGO MED, SHAMELESS, PRESUMED INNOCENT, FULLER HOUSE, NCIS, CRIMINAL MINDS and KC UNDERCOVER, GLEE, 2 BROKE GIRLS, and the WIZARDS OF WAVERLY PLACE REUNION. Natalija was series regular on ABC series, RED WIDOW, where she played Russian mob wife, Elena Petrova. Her role as Italian reporter, Giovanetta Ricci in HBO biopic PHIL SPECTOR with Al Pacino, reunited her with director David Mamet, with whom she has done six films: (SPECTOR, HOMICIDE, SPARTAN, THINGS CHANGE, THE WATER ENGINE, and HOFFA opposite Jack Nicholson.) Other films include: COMMENTARY, INCARNATE, SHARKSKIN, THE HOLLOW, STEAL BIG-STEAL LITTLE, ABOVE SUSPICION, AN EYE FOR AN EYE, THE GLASS SHIELD, THE CHASE, POSTCARDS FROM THE EDGE, BLOOD IN-BLOOD OUT, THE GUARDIAN, FOUR FRIENDS, COMMENTARY, STONY ISLAND and NATIONAL LAMPOON'S CHRISTMAS VACATION. Natalija is perhaps most known for her role as Admiral Nechayev in STAR TREK - THE NEXT GENERATION and STAR TREK DEEP SPACE NINE, and was also featured in Hallmark's JANE DOE 9, LOCUSTS, PIZZA MY HEART, GROWING PAINS, DYING TO DANCE, THE SLEEPWALKER KILLING, LAZARUS MAN. Recurring on THE WEST WING, THE PRACTICE, THE PRETENDER, BROOKLYN BRIDGE, TRACY TAKES ON, she also guested on CRIMINAL MINDS, NCIS, TWOBROKE GIRLS, BONES, THE UNIT, NIP/TUCK, FRASIER, THE CLOSER, HUFF, CROSSING JORDAN, WITHOUT ATRACE, CHARMED and 24.  Natalija authored historical novel, ONE WOMAN'S WAR, which is now being developed into a screenplay. She also wrote and directed a documentary short called CORPORAL JAKE, about World War I Medal of Honor Recipient Jake Allex.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)    

Born in South Africa during Apartheid, Sarah was dismayed when she first traveled to the United States on a family holiday as a young girl in early 1980s. There, she witnessed her beloved country embroiled in such tumultuous turmoil on TV, she believed she wasn’t able to return home. It was her first lesson in media distortion, and the danger of trusting a single narrative.  Twenty-three years ago this week, Jeffrey Epstein arrived in Cape Town with Bill Clinton, Kevin Spacey, and Chris Tucker in tow. That same night, 20-year-old Juliette Bryant was lured into what would become one of the most harrowing and revealing chapters in the Epstein saga. Now, for the first time, her story is being told in her own words—through the diary she kept at the height of her captivity. In Blue Butterfly: Inside the Diary of an Epstein Survivor, author Sarah McCarthy—Juliette’s close personal friend—brings Bryant’s unfiltered voice to light, exposing not just Epstein’s trafficking machine but the darker, lesser-known medical and psychological abuses he carried out on his victims. The book is now available for pre-order at TrineDay.com, ahead of its November 18 release. Unlike previous accounts that focus solely on Epstein’s trafficking ring, Blue Butterfly reveals his obsession with eugenics, artificial intelligence, cloning, and transhumanism—and how he used victims like Juliette as unwitting participants in his schemes.   Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Nominated for three Emmys Thaao Penghlis just completed his 41 st year on Days of our Lives and “Beyond Salem,” a five episode mini -series for the NBC’s Peacock channel. Thaao starred in the films Slow Dancing in the Big City, Altered States, The Bell Jar and The Mirror. Penghlis then won the role of the charismatic Tony DiMera on Days of our Lives. Penghlis played Nicholas Black on the prime time series revival of Mission: Impossible. On television, he has starred in the miniseries Sadat, appeared opposite Omar Sharif and Jane Seymour in the miniseries adaptation of Sydney Sheldon’s Memories of Midnight, and played a terrorist in the critically acclaimed television film Under Siege. His most unusual role was playing the lover of Dame Edna as Colonel Godowni in the cult classic Les Patterson Saves the World. A world- class traveler, Penghlis had his first book “PLACES” published in 2015 garnering great reviews. It deals with his journeys to the Middle East and the dangers he encountered in Syria, Lebanon and Egypt. His second book “Seducing Celebrities One Meal at a Time” was released in November 2016' Thaao’s lifelong fascination with Archaeology, researched the famous archeologist Heinrich Schliemann who is the subject of his screenplay and podcast. The ultimate adventurer, Penghlis has trekked across the Sinai desert, climbed Mt. Sinai, soared in a hot air balloon over the Valley of the Kings in Egypt, and survived both crashes and an attempted kidnapping. His Podcast “The Lost Treasures” was released September 2023. It is based on Heinrich Schliemann’s discovery of Troy and ‘Mycenaean,’ Greece. Thaao's newest podcast is "The Great Escape" and it explores the Holy Family's escape into Egypt, detailing their journey, the historical context of King Herod and the Magi, and the origins of the Coptic religion.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Dani Deetté was born and raised in Battle Creek, Michigan. She graduated from the Honors College at Michigan State University with a major in Criminal Justice after spending her senior year abroad at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia. Dani got her start in law enforcement after deciding at age 15 that it was the path for her, but after several years in the field and having grown up performing she chose to pursue her creative side - making the transition into TV and film full-time. Dani booked her first role on Greenleaf TV series after moving to Atlanta and dove into the industry full force. She is most known for her recurring roles as super soldier Gigi on Marvel's The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, Sheriff Kim Reddick on Netflix's hit show Ozark, and Rori Barnhill in Season 3 of the USA Network show, The Sinner. She can also be seen in several guest star appearances including Tulsa King, Matlock, FBI: Most Wanted, and NCIS: New Orleans. Recently Dani was in On Swift Horses with Daisy Edgar Jones, in Adam Sandler's Happy Gilmore 2 and her upcoming projects include Amazon’s The Runarounds, and For All Mankind on Apple TV. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Romy Weltman is a Canadian actress who has worked professionally since the age of 12. Romy can currently be seen, portraying "Martha 'Em' Cypress", a series regular on the SYFY series Revival, based on the NY Times best-selling Image comic book. Most recently, Romy can be seen as "Lexi," a recurring role on The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh, starring comedienne Sindhu Vee and produced by Michael Showalter, which was the #1 Hit comedy on Amazon Prime. Romy started her career with her first role on the SYFY series Defiance, followed by playing the younger version of Emily Hampshire in her first indie horror film, The Returned. Weltman booked her first series regular on Backstage, where she played the role of "DJ Kit Dunn. Other credits include the two-part season 12 finale of Murdoch Mysteries(CBC), followed by episodes of Slasher (Shudder/ Netflix), Mrs. America (FX), Ginny & Georgia (Netflix) and films including The Red Maple Leaf, The Plot to Kill My Mother (Lifetime) and Terror Train 1 & 2 (Tubi/ Crave Canada).    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Canadian business strategist Khalid Hasan and renowned American marketing professor Philip Kotler release “The New Sustainability Edge: Redefining Business from Startups to Industry Leaders” through Toronto-based publisher Sutherland House Experts. Pre-orders are available now. The book tackles a critical business question: Is corporate sustainability genuine transformation or sophisticated greenwashing? “It’s no longer optional to shape the world we live in,” they argue, presenting a research-backed framework for converting profit-driven enterprises into purpose-led organizations that deliver measurable impact alongside financial returns. Khalid Hasan holds a PhD and MBA, studied strategy at Harvard Business School, and teaches at business schools across Canada and South Asia. He leads ResInt Canada, an international research organization. Philip Kotler is professor emeritus of marketing at Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and author of over 100 books translated into 25+ languages.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Are We Done Now?, the third award-winning feature film from actor/writer/director Ben Immanuel, will be released on VOD on September 30th and make U.S. Premiere at the SOHO International Film Festival, which runs Oct 7-14 in New York City. The film won the Audience Award for "Most Popular Canadian Feature Film" at its Canadian Premiere at the Available Light Film Festival. Shot between 2020 and 2024, Immanuel brings to the screen a profoundly relatable story following Pamela, a therapist (played by Gabrielle Miller of Corner Gas and Unspeakable: The Murder of JonBenét Ramsey), and her diverse young clients as they participate in a (fictionalized) documentary exploring the impact of the COVID-19 lockdown on their mental health. Through this experience, they—and the filmmaker—gain unexpected self-insight, leading to a deeper understanding of their identities and roles in our transformed world. As a writer/director/producer, Ben has helmed 2 award-winning, theatrically released feature films: Down River (9 wins and 12 nominations) and Moving Malcolm (4 wins and 1 nomination).  Gabrielle Miller is one of Canada's most celebrated performers. A professional actor for over two decades, she is widely recognized for her lead roles on two of Canada's most successful series: the runaway hit CTV series Corner Gas (6 seasons), which inspired a feature film in 2014, as well as an animated series, and the critically acclaimed series Robson Arms (3 seasons). Along with her recurring role on Call Me Fitz, opposite Jason Priestley, Gabrielle has also recurred on Hallmark's Good Witch, and guest-starred on CBS's Person of Interest, ABC's Once Upon a Time, and Showtime's popular series Lost Girl.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Genre-blending pop-soul artist Lily Lane makes her much-anticipated return with “Reciprocation.” Blending vintage soul textures, razor-sharp pop sensibilities, and raw, confessional lyricism, “Reciprocation” stands as a bold new chapter in her ever-growing body of work and a can’t-miss release from one of music’s most exciting rising voices. A Boston native now splitting her time between New York and Los Angeles, Lily first broke out as a teen on national tours, opening for Big Time Rush (selling out the House of Blues in her hometown) and Cody Simpson, while quickly finding herself in the orbit of the 2010s pop elite. After graduating with honors from the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music at NYU, Lily signed with Wilhelmina Models, came out as bisexual, and emerged as a bold voice for body positivity, female empowerment, and LGBT+ representation. Music runs in the family. Lily’s older brother, Tucker Halpern, is one half of the Grammy-nominated electronic duo SOFI TUKKER. Like her brother, her music has earned many sync placements across major platforms, including Netflix, HBO Max, Peacock, and Bravo, bringing her soulful, cinematic sound to screens across the country. Lilly's sophomore EP Queen of Hearts dropped in Fall 2022 and her third EP, Love, Lily Lane, arrived in Fall 2024 as a genre-spanning concept record written during her engagement and released in the lead-up to her wedding. Its lead single, “I Do,” is a soul-infused acoustic love song praised by top bridal blogs as a perfect first-dance track. Now, with “Reciprocation” serving as an auspicious preview into her next chapter, including her upcoming EP, Domesticated, with her signature blend of powerhouse vocals, confessional songwriting, and stylized visuals, Lily Lane’s not just dropping songs. She’s setting the scene.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

JUDITH ORLOFF, MD, is a psychiatrist who serves on the UCLA Psychiatric Clinical Faculty and an empath. She is a New York Times bestselling author whose most recent books are The Genius of Empathy (2024) and The Empath’s Survival Guide (2017). In THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE RABBIT (Sounds True; October 7, 2025; $18.99 US Hardcover), Dr. Judith Orloff speaks directly to children who feel confused and overwhelmed by their feelings. A psychiatrist and trusted expert on thriving as an empath, Dr. Orlof offers comforting insights and teaches kids and their parents simple strategies for coping with big, sometimes scary emotions through the relatable story of a sensitive cottontail named Aurora who loses her home. Aurora loves living in the Sonoran Desert. But her siblings don’t want to play with her because she cries and is “too sensitive.” She feels alone and different. When a flash flood destroys her family’s burrow, Aurora must face the pain of loss and then rebuilding as she confronts her sensitive nature. She meets a loving Javelina who is sensitive too, and other animals who share lessons about kindness, self-care, and healthy boundaries. Based on Dr. Judith Orloff’s teachings on the gifts of sensitivity, this captivating story shows us all how to live with dignity, empathy, and joy. Written with Jennifer Adams, the bestselling author of the BabyLit series, with exquisite illustrations by Katy Tanis, this book is for the inner children in all adults and destined to become a family favorite.

Ellis Hall is an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, actor and composer. He was described as "The Ambassador of Soul" by conductor, Jeff Tyzik. Hall has been blind since the age of 18. Citing Ray Charles as his inspiration, Hall has written over 4000 soul, gospel, blues and pop songs, and has performed with Stevie Wonder, James Taylor, Natalie Cole, Patti LaBelle, Toby Keith, Herbie Hancock, George Benson, Bobby Womack, Sheila E, Maurice White of Earth, Wind and Fire, Tower of Power and Ray Charles. Ellis eventually mastered the drums, piano, keyboards, guitar, upright and electric bass. He was able to develop and define himself as a vocalist as well, possessing a five-octave range. Starting with the Ellis Hall Band opening for Earth Wind and Fire through the years as the lead singer for Tower of Power, Ellis has been making impactful music.  Ellis both wrote and performed on the soundtracks of multiple television movies and films including The Lion King 2, Shrek 2, Chicken Run, Invincible, and Bruce Almighty, sang gospel tunes in the comedy film, Big Momma's House with Martin Lawrence, and sang a Louis Armstrong tune in the crime drama film Catch Me If You Can with Leonardo DiCaprio. Ellis Hall’s latest single, a remake of the England Dan and John Ford Coley 1976 hit, “I'd Really Love To See You Tonight”.  A deeply soulful ballad that marks his return to the heart of R&B blending classic smoothness with modern vibrancy, Hall channels the passionate artistry of Luther Vandross and the magnetic energy of Bruno Mars in a track that promises to captivate listeners across generations.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Award-winning comedian Daniel Stolfi, best known for his hit solo show Cancer Can’t Dance Like This, returns with his highly anticipated fifth solo comedy special, RUINED; a high-octane mix of storytelling, stand-up, and precision physical comedy about how his well-meaning, undeniably Italian immigrant parents “ruined” his childhood... and he’ll talk about other things he thinks are funny. The show plays Tuesday, September 30th through Saturday, October 4th at 8:30 PM in The Theatre Centre’s BMO Incubator (1115 Queen St W, Toronto), with a special guest comic opening each night. Daniel Stolfi is a multi-award-winning actor, comedian, writer, and producer from Toronto, Canada. He is a graduate of the University of Guelph’s Theatre Program, the Second City Conservatory Program in Toronto, and has studied comedy with the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York City. He has been performing comedy for over 15 years and has released a comedy album titled, I’m Doing My Very Best. He and his creative partner, Jennifer De Lucia, are the co-founders of You & Me Entertainment, a production company that creates content for stage and screen. On screen, he has appeared in TV shows and films such as Suits, Titans, Kids in the Hall, and Alice Darling. Stolfi is also the author of the memoir, The Comedian vs Cancer, which is based on his experience with cancer at the age of 25.   Want to watch: YouTube: Meisterkhan POd (Please Subscribe)

Sarah Cleveland is a versatile Canadian actress whose career continues to gain momentum through emotionally grounded performances and a dedication to meaningful storytelling. On September 20th, she will appear in the highly anticipated Lifetime movie The Girl Who Survived: The Alina Thompson Story, part of the network’s Ripped From the Headlines series. Inspired by true events, the film follows a teenage girl who narrowly escapes a notorious serial killer in 1980s Los Angeles.  Known for her authenticity and compelling on-screen presence, Sarah earned the Best Lead Actress Award at the 2021 International Christian Film Festival for her role in A Father’s Fight and headlined the Lifetime thriller My Husband’s Worst Mistake. Her recent credits include lead roles in Her Husband’s Double Life and the upcoming horror film Broken Bones, as well as appearances in SurrealEstate (SYFY/CTV), Trading Up Christmas, End of the Road, Sorry About The Demon, The Burning Season, and Grief Share. Beyond acting, Sarah is an accomplished storyteller behind the camera. She is developing her original series Love in All The Small Places, a project she wrote, produces, stars in, and directs, further establishing her as a creative force with a passion for nuanced, heartfelt narratives.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Shervin Kermani is an award winning Iranian-Canadian filmmaker whose films have been recognized at dozens of international festivals. His previous short films include Sofia which won Best Short at the Rome and Ojai film festivals. His short Eros was nominated for four Golden Sheaf Awards, and won Best Cinematography at the Future of Film Showcase. His short, Bibi's Dog is Dead, played at five Oscar Qualifying film festivals was nominated for Best Live Action Short Drama and won Best Performance in a Live Action Short Drama at the 2025 Canadian Screen Awards. Ramón Who Speaks to Ghosts, a haunting, poetic and warmly humorous meditation on loss, made it's world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Directed by Shervin under the mentorship of legendary director Werner Herzog, the evocative and deeply lyrical short was made during La Selva’s third film accelerator on the island of La Palma, Spain. The accelerator paired 25 directors with 25 cinematographers to create short films responding to the aftermath of the 2021 Cumbre Vieja volcanic eruption.  Ramón Who Speaks to Ghosts follows a quirky, endearing man wandering the island with his microphone, listening for ghosts. As he walks through scorched landscapes, the film paints a tender portrait of the quiet grief behind his strange obsession.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Today on Too Opinionated we talk with talented actor Stephen Tracy! Best known for his breakout role as Mr. Phillips in the critically acclaimed series Anne with an E, Stephen brought depth and quiet strength to his portrayal of a closeted schoolteacher navigating identity and acceptance in 1880s rural Canada. His performance became a fan favorite.   Stephen's range continued to impress as he stepped into the role of a cunning space pirate in Amazon Prime’s hit series The Expanse. Shortly after, he joined the cast of CBS’s medical drama Good Sam, turning what began as a two- episode guest spot into a season-long arc. Stephen is also known for his roles on Reign and Quantico. Upcoming, Stephen stars in Stealing the Sky, directed by Megan Follows, and appears in Apple TV+’s sci-fi thriller Invasion.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Harrison Browne is a filmmaker and author based out of Toronto. Prior to his career in film, he was a professional hockey player in the National Women’s Hockey League (NWHL) and the first out transgender athlete in professional hockey. During his tenure in the NWHL he helped form the first ever transgender policy in professional sports. He was the appointed Inclusion Leader for the NWHL advisory board and special ambassador for the National Hockey League’s Hockey is for Everyone initiative. Through his efforts, Harrison was recognized in 2016 by The Hockey News as one of hockey’s 100 Top People of Power. Harrison is also the co-author, alongside his sister and investigative journalist Rachel Browne, of Let Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes (Beacon Press) out now. Harrison's brilliant short film PINK LIGHT premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival.  Synopsis: Scott, a transman and ex pro hockey player, tries to reconnect with hockey, the sport he left behind to physically transition. But after a hit on the ice, a disoriented Scott is pulled to a moment in his past: a college frat party. As he re-lives the night through the youthful, naive eyes of his 18-year-old self, Scott begins to evaluate his hardened perspective on relationships, masculinity, and the sacrifices made to get to where he is now.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod. (Please Subscribe)

Nck Name is a Canadian actor, musician, and producer whose grounded performances and creative range have positioned him as an exciting talent to watch. Nck takes a major leap forward in his acting career as a key cast member in Adulthood, a comic neo-noir from actor-director Alex Winter (Bill & Ted, Zappa). The film made its world premiere at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival and features an ensemble cast led by Kaya Scodelario (Skins, Crawl) and Josh Gad (Frozen, The Book of Mormon).  Nck’s onscreen credits span a wide range of genres and platforms. His television work includes appearances in Star Trek: Discovery, Netflix’s The Madness, Brilliant Minds, Fellow Travellers, Murdoch Mysteries, Mayday, and the Emmy Award-winning  Odd Squad on Nickelodeon. His film roles include A Mother’s Lie, I Won’t Let You Go,  and Love & The Radio Star. His first lead performance, playing Michael Jackson in the U.S. networkdocu-drama Broke and Famous. What makes Nck’s career especially distinctive is his equally accomplished background in music and sound. Before stepping fully into the world of acting, he enjoyed a successful run as a touring and studio musician, playing thousands of live shows across North America. He is known for his experimental live-looping performances using Ableton and multiple instruments, bringing music production into dynamic, layered stage experiences.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Richard Green is an American actor, director and musician with a career in voice over and film. He had a prominent role as the Magician, in David Lynch's Mulholland Drive and produced I Don't Know Jack, about the life and death of Eraserhead star Jack Nance. His feature directorial debut was for the film 7 Year ZigZag (told entirely in rhyme and original swing and jazz). Green has also had a substantial voice acting career, with his roles including Hugo Strange in The Batman and guest roles in Justice League, Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Star Wars the Clone Wars, and Ben 10. Green is a singer-songwriter, with two albums and the feature film 7 Year ZigZag to his credit. His songs appeared in Burn Hollywood Burn and Strangers in Paradise. His credits as an actor include The West Wing, Hill Street Blues, St Elsewhere, Airwolf, China Beach, Melrose Place, and Chicago Hope. His production company Next Step Studios has produced commercial shorts as well as two feature films and the development of The Video Biography Company. I Know Catherine, the Log Lady is a 2025 American documentary film about the life of actress Catherine Coulson, best known for playing the Log Lady in Twin Peaks. The film is produced, edited, and directed by Richard. Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Geoff Gilson is a retired lawyer, development consultant, and political strategist and speechwriter. He began his career crafting speeches for Margaret Thatcher and leveraged his dual British-US citizenship to navigate elite political circles. With decades of front-row access to senior UK and US officials, Gilson served as a key operative for the British Conservative Party, gaining unparalleled insight into global power structures. His book, Maggie’s Hammer, is a meticulously researched and gripping exposé that unravels a complex web of money laundering, arms deals, and political collusion, that leads all the way to connections between Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein, Margaret Thatcher, and Vladimir Putin. Gilson’s 30-year investigation traces covert operations from the Iran-Iraq War to Russian financial schemes, revealing covert ties to Robert Maxwell, Israeli Intelligence, and the Russian Mob.  On one side, MAGA loyalists are laser-focused on the Russia “hoax,” demanding accountability from Hillary Clinton, James Comey, John Brennan, and others they believe orchestrated a coordinated effort to kneecap Trump’s presidency. On the other side, the mainstream media and Trump’s fiercest opponents are pouring energy into the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, a labyrinth of abuse and influence implicating elites across finance, politics, and culture. At first glance, these two narratives look like the personification of a political cage match, each side weaponizing its own “third rail” issue for political advantage. But Gilson argues they’re not separate stories at all. They are two faces of the same beast. Behind the headlines, he sees overlapping power structures—shared interests among intelligence agencies, global financiers, and political dynasties—that profit from distraction, division, and the erosion of public trust. Both scandals, he says, reveal a deeper bipartisan rot that neither party wants fully exposed.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please subscribe)    

Currently streaming on Apple TV+, “Chief of War” marks a breakout role for rising actor Siua Ikale’o, who plays Nahi, the youngest brother of Ka’iana (Jason Momoa).   Created by Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, “Chief of War” delivers an epic and unprecedented retelling of the unification and colonization of Hawaii, from an indigenous perspective. Momoa stars as warrior Ka’iana, striving to unite the islands in the late 18th century ahead of Western colonization.    To prepare for his role, Siua underwent immersive training in conversational Hawaiian (‘Ōlelo Hawai’i), sailing a traditional Wa’a canoe, Hawaiian martial art Lua, and stunt choreography.   Born in California and raised in the island Kingdom of Tonga, Siua is fluent in Tongan and deeply rooted in Polynesian culture. He made his television debut in 2022 with a guest star appearance on NCIS: Hawai’i as hitman Ricky Sio.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)  

Today on Too Opinionated, we sit down with writer, producer, and actress Kristina Denton! An accomplished writer, Kristina teamed up with Ryan Curtis to pen the upcoming crime thriller Hollywood Grit. The film follows the story of a detective who is forced to battle mobsters, starlets, and his own demons to unearth the sinister truth lurking behind LA's neon lights after his daughter disappears from a Hollywood jazz club. The all-star cast includes Max Martini, Tyrese Gibson, Patrick Duffy, and Linda Purl just to name a few.  Kristina is also set to make her debut as a first-time author with her forthcoming memoir You Don’t Know Dick which chronicles her time working at a men’s erectile dysfunction clinic. The book, which takes a raw and funny approach to this sensitive topic, explores how the experience helped Denton develop a new perspective as she navigated through her own issues surrounding grief, identity, and modern masculinity. It is set for release in early 2026.    Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)