Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon

Gavin Rossdale is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the rock band BUSH - and a legendary musician, Today he joins Kevin on the show for some "geeky" music talk as they chat about song writing, music, and lifting words off the page. They are then joined by Mark Barden, co-founder of Sandy Hook Promise and one of the fathers who tragically lost his child during the Sandy Hook school shooting in 2012. He highlights his work with Sandy Hook Promise and the tragedies that have been averted due to programs they have instilled around the country.  To learn more and get involved with Artist For Action, head to ArtistForAction.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Academy-Award winning actress Jamie Lee Curtis is our effervescent guest today. Join Kevin and Jamie as they talk horror film franchises, building a career in the industry, and raising family in the midst of it all. They are then joined by Sara Cunningham of Free Mom Hugs - an organization spreading love to the LGBTQ community as they discuss the vital role of mothers in the acceptance of our children. To learn more and get involved with Free Mom Hugs, head to FreeMomHugs.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Retired actor and earth activist Ian Somerhalder is on the show today with a new film - but it's not just any film! Tackling the issue of environmental degradation and climate change, the Common Ground Film is a powerful new project from directors Josh and Rebecca Tickell. Narrated and produced by some of the biggest names in Hollywood, Ian breaks down the importance of our soil as he and Kevin share their mutual concern for the future of our planet. This powerful episode then invites on Mia Vaughnes, founder of Good Neighbor Gardens, featured in the film and taking the issue of regenerative gardening and planet care to the people. If you are planet focused, you don't want to miss this captivating episode. To learn more and get involved with Common Ground film or Good Neighbor Gardens head to CommonGroundFilm.com or GoodNeighborGardens.com. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today's episode, Kevin and Executive Director of SixDegrees.org field questions about our furry friends and if they have the power to heal us, Sir Paul McCartney, the time Stacy tried to go vegan and the importance of the arts for kids around the world. Nothing is off the table! Tune in for laughs and lots of fun to this episode of Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dancing is for everyone... and in this episode Misty Copeland joins Kevin to discuss her achievement as the first black prima ballerina, her recent foray into filmmaking, and her focus on making space in the dance world for more little girls like her. They are joined by Caryn Campbell, Executive Director of The Misty Copeland Foundation as they discuss their new initiative - the Be Bold Program - an after school program aimed at making dance accessible for young children of color. To learn more and get involved with The Misty Copeland Foundation, head to MistyCopelandFoundation.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2x Super Bowl Champion Eli Manning may not play for the New York Giants anymore but he still has his coach! Coach Tom Coughlin and Eli Manning huddle up with Kevin on today's show to talk a bit of football and a lot of philanthropy. Coach shares why he started the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund and why their goal of helping families affected by cancer deeply resonates with him today. To learn more and get involved with the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund, head to TCJayFund.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS EPISODE! Today's installment of "Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. In today's episode, Kevin and Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org, field questions about the likelihood of a Footloose sequel, Kevin and Kyra's special recipe, and highlight a very special organization that helps ill and disabled kids find community. Nothing is off the table! Tune in for this intimate and touching episode of Ask Kevin (Almost) Anything.  To learn more about Camp Cole, head to their website at www.campcole.org to get involved.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood sweetheart Amanda Seyfried stops by the show to catch up with Kevin and update him on life on her farm. They chat about their mutual love of all creatures and taking care of the homestead. They are joined by Julie Castle, CEO of Best Friends Animal Society, a "no-kill" animal welfare organization fighting to save the lives of cats and dogs all-across America, giving pets second chances and happy homes. To learn more and get involved with Best Friends Animal Society, head to BestFriends.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hollywood's favorite funnyman and his wife are on today's episode. Seth and Lauren Rogen are a breath of fresh air as they chat with Kevin about "being directed", marriage, and what it means to be an "artist." Lauren shares her personal reason for starting Hilarity For Charity, a national non-profit on a mission to care for families impacted by Alzheimer's disease today. They are joined by Amanda Quezada - Senior Manager of Communications at HFC - to discuss the organizations pillars, taking care of your brain and ways to get involved. To learn more and get involved with Hilarity For Charity head to WeAreHFC.Org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kevin welcomes his old friend Rob Lowe to the show. The two life-long actors reminisce about the roles they have competed for, a life in the work, writing your first book, marriage and so much more. They are joined by Dan Nevins, a wounded warrior who fought for our country and was helped by The Wounded Warrior Project in his own transition back to civilian life. They all discuss the importance of the organization for the service men and women of our country and the responsibility we all have to take care of our veterans after they return home. To learn more and get involved with the Wounded Warrior Project, head to WoundedWarriorProject.Org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A true heart-to-heart in today's episode as actress and artist Jane Seymour joins Kevin. Their conversation encompasses the breadth of Jane's storied career, her mothers experience as a prisoner of war and the ripple effects this had on Jane throughout her lifetime. Open Hearts Foundation, founded by Jane in 2017, is highlighted and they are joined by Executive Director Trena Pickford to share the truth behind the mission and what is to come. To learn more and get involved with the Open Hearts Foundation, head to OpenHeartsFoundation.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wilmer Valderrama is today's guest and he calls in from his home in California to chat with Kevin about growing up as a first generation kid in Florida, his lifelong passion for philanthropic work, and why he got involved with the United Service Organizations. They are joined by Jennifer Wahlquist – Vice President, Global Entertainment, USO - as she shares the power of theater and performance for our service men and women, why she got involved with this work, and how celebrities can get involved to bring their talents to US military bases around the world. To learn more and get involved with the United Service Organizations, head to USO.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS EPISODE! The first ever "Ask Kevin Anything" features Kevin fielding questions from his biggest fans and those that have called in or sent a message with their very own questions. Nothing is off the table as Kevin shares stories about his past films, his personal life, and organizations that we weren't able to feature in this season of Six Degrees with Kevin Bacon. Tune in for laughs and lots of fun as Kevin chats with Stacy Huston, Executive Director of SixDegrees.org To submit your own question, head to SixDegrees.org/ask-KevinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Funny people often overcome tragedy to bring humaneness to our everyday lives. Today's guest has done that and more! Emmy nominated comedian Patton Oswalt joins Kevin to talk about growing up as a military kid, falling in love with acting, and how they both ended up in entertainment. They are then joined by Ron Fitzsimmons, Executive Director of Alice's Kids - a non-profit focused on preserving the dignity of parents and giving kids the things they most desire though direct gifts. To learn more and get involved with the Alice's Kids, head to AlicesKids.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bear Grylls, the ardent explorer, joins Kevin via iPhone from an island somewhere off the coast of Wales. In this story-filled episode, Kevin shares the most adventurous thing he has ever done, his recent frequent interactions with bears (the animal) and the delicacy of "haggis" vs "scrapple". The two discuss the spirit of adventure, how one becomes a survivalist, and the importance of teaching kids how to fail. They are joined by Paul Gurney who shares why they started BecomingX and the importance of giving people the tools they need to be the best version of themselves. To learn more and get involved with the BecomingX Foundation, head to BecomingXFoundation.org. To support more initiatives like this program, text 'BACON' to 707070 or head to SixDegrees.Org to learn more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.