The Golden Hour

Anna Gold is an actress who has a great podcast about the entertainment industry! She interviews actors, directors, and writers about how they got into the biz, and afterwards they play film trivia! Find Anna and her acting work at: www.vimeo.com/annagoldness To help keep this podcast alive and amazing benefits, please donate at: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

Mark Valadez: Writer for Queen of the South

Whether he is writing for "Queen of the South" or "Scrubs", Mark Valadez knows what he is talking about.  Listen as we talk about Mark's new projects, how he got started, and of course, play some epic trivia!   This episode was edited by Dan Tippel: jdtippel@gmail.com. The Intro and Ending were sound-mixed by Kelly Askam at kelly@mindexchangemusic.com. Donate to this podcast at www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee and get fun merchandise!

04-23
42:19

Koren Young is so Much Fun!

Koren Young works in the sound department, produces movies, and he has his own podcast studio: www.arcaystudios.com. Listen in as we talk about the job that we had together in August of 2024. I would like to thank Dan Tippel and Ed Nilsën for editing this podcast. To support me in my podcast, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

04-01
55:36

A Trail-Blazer in the Industry: Lynn-Wood Fields!

Lynn-Wood Fields is director, a writer, and a trail blazer in the Montana film industry!  Listen in as Lynn-Wood talks about her initiative to put new film tax dollars into the Montana economy.  I would like to thank Joe and Michelle Borden for their help in the Montana podcast scene. You can listen to their podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/explore-big-sky-with-hoary-marmot/id1609251553 To support The Golden Hour and get fun perks, please go to: Buymeacoffee.com.com/goldcoffee

02-13
24:00

Al Burke: Avid Wrestler, Actor, and Billy Idol Defender

Step into the fascinating world of Hollywood’s most prolific character actor, Al Burke! With nearly 1,000 roles to his name, Al takes us behind the scenes of his incredible career - from memorable music videos to his countless appearances as law enforcement on screen. Best known to many as the enthusiastic Billy Idol fan in “The Wedding Singer,” Al shares candid stories from his decades in the industry.  To get exclusive content, including Al's secrets from "The Wedding Singer", buy me a coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

10-29
22:48

Emily Soto, She is Where it’s At!

Emily Soto is a SAG actress, a voiceover artist, and an all around nice girl of the LA scene!  Listen in as we talk about her career and we play Jessica Chastain trivia! (Anyone that buys me a Coffee gets access to the video version of this interview!  Go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee) Thanks, guys! Anna

07-24
22:32

Art Medina in the House!

Hey Guys, Art Medina is a great illustrator, actor, and director!  Check him out at: acoldfarewell.godaddysites.com Also, listen in on the fun as we play Robert Altman trivia!! To support this podcast, please go to:  www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee   Cheers, Anna  

06-12
33:51

Tommy, Tommy, Tommy!

Tommy Martin is unique.  He started out as a drummer and then branched out into acting.  He has acted in many films (one with me!) and has since become a producer.  Listen to Tommy talk about his illustrious career in the entertainment industry while we play Arnold Schwarzenegger trivia!   To reach out to Tommy, please go to: https://www.actortommymartin.com/ Keep Anna and her awesome podcast going at: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

04-03
38:16

Sonny Kruger is...

...definitely an awesome actor, producer, and writer!  Did you know that he spends all of his nights writing?  He just wrote and produced a series called "A Series about a Series"!  Find that and the rest of his funny business right here at: https://www.youtube.com/@aseriesaboutaseries5514   Help me to put some pep in my step at: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee  

02-06
15:22

Sandy Gulliver, At Your Service!

Sandy Gulliver is an actress for all actors.  With her Facebook page, "Sandy Gulliver Casting Alerts", Sandy finds current jobs and lists them for all actors to see.  Sandy is an accomplished actress with over 91 Imdb credits!  Listen to her speak here and feel free to look her up if you need anything!     This podcast is fueled by coffee!  If you would like to buy me a cup, please go to: www.buymeacoffee.com/goldcoffee

01-25
32:03

Marissa Chastain, Improv Queen!

Marissa and I talk about the Chicago improv scene, why there are not more sitcoms filmed in Chicago, and her amazing sketch comedy show, "Bye-Bye, Liver!".  Follow Marissa and her at www.instagram.com/marissacomedy. To get 20 percent off of your first order of socks, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks Also, help Anna to buy coffee so that she can edit her podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11  

01-15
36:41

Jorge Salas is a Cool Actor!

Listen to Jorge Salas talk about how he went from computers to commercials!  He didn't start out as an actor but he certainly is one now!  Jorge is represented by Dream Team Talent in Chicago and can be reached at: www.instagram.com/jorgesalaschi. This podcast is made possible by coffee.  Donate here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 To get 20 percent off of your first order of socks, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks    

12-20
26:03

Nightcaps are the Best!

Guess what?  "The Nightcaps" are from the Quad-Cities and I am, too!  This troupe performs improv comedyand they are hilarious!  When you are in the Quad-Cities IA/IL, check out their shows at The Speakeasy in Rock Island: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/improvmania-tickets-760831195587 This podcast wouldn't exist without you.  We really appreciate your support www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 To get 20 percent off of your first order of socks, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks

10-31
24:00

Terrance McDonald is on Fire!

Terrance "TJ" McDonald is: a) handsome b) good at improv -or- c) all of the above If you guessed "C",  you are correct!  Come listen to TJ talk industry and play along with us as guess Will Ferrell trivia answers!   The Golden Hour has a special promotion.  Get 20 percent off of your first Bombas order here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks   This podcast episode was edited by Ed Nilsen: EdwardNilsen@gmail.com  Podcast intro and ending voiced by Daniel Tippel.

09-27
14:36

The Lost Amy Joob Episode

Have you guys ever lost something really important and then found it again?  Well, I did that  with this episode!  I would like to re-introduce to you to Amy Joob: actress, author, model, and all-around good person! Do you guys need socks, T-shirts, or slippers?  Get 20 percent off of your first order from the Golden Hour here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks Links to Amy's books are listed below: Unstuck Step into the New: A 40 Day Prayer Journal: Joob, Amy Robnik: 9781737063803: Amazon.com: Books Model Behavior: Make Your Career Path Your Calling: 9781683147831: Amazon.com: Books

09-19
20:51

Scott McCauley, Here he is!

Scott McCauley is an actor who moved to Montana at the age of 48. Since then he has been in so many films - 28 in 7 years!  Catch him in "Murder in Yellowstone City" among many other things.  Scott can be reached at svmccauley@gmail.com or his Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/S.V.McCauley   Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys want discounts on socks, T-shirts, and other garments, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks      

07-19
25:34

The Greek God of Cinema

Jerry Vasilatos is an amazing filmmaker, commentator, and YouTube show host.  His debut film, "Solstice", has won many awards.  Check out Jerry's latest work at Chicago Corner YouTube and join in on the fun as we play Mark Ruffalo trivia!   To find out more about Jerry, please go to: www.jerryvasilatos.com This podcast was brought to you buy coffee!  Please show your support here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11   Need socks or slippers for this winter?  Follow The Golden Hour's link here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks

01-25
46:45

Ten Minutes with Amy Joob

Amy Joob is great.  She was an actress and a model for twenty years and now she writes amazing books!  Her first book is a how-to for aspiring models: Model Behavior Amy's second publication is called Unstuck: A 40 Day Prayer Journal, that helps you to focus on where God wants to take you: 40 Day Prayer Journal Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys want discounts on socks, T-shirts, and other garments, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks

01-13
08:39

Jessica Drives a Vespa

Jessica is one part actress, one part plant mom, and all parts awesome!!  Join us as we talk about her career and play "Two Truths and a Lie".   Jessica can be hired for commercial and film work through Lori Lins Talent Agency Chicago and her profile can be found on Backstage.com. Thanks for helping Anna to edit her amazing podcast here: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 If you guys want discounts on socks, T-shirts, and other garments, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks

01-04
31:38

Hey, Everybody! It’s Patty McCall!

Born and raised in Oklahoma, Patty McCall escaped a dangerous situation and turned her life around fast.  Talk about lucky!  This girl has worked with Tom Cruise, rubbed elbows with Sylvester Stallone and even got to work on the infamous "Catalina Wine Mixer" scene on "Stepbrothers".  Go, Patty! Thanks for helping Anna to realize her dreams: www.venmo.com/anna-gold11 Also, if you want 20 percent off of socks and slippers, click here: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks

12-28
43:34

Tommy, Tommy, Tommy!

Tommy is a great actor in my hometown, the Quad-Cities area!   He has been in "Rent", on "Chicago Fire" and in many other great productions!  Join him at www.tommyratkiewicz-stierwalt.com If you guys want to stay warm this winter, buy your socks, shirts, and slippers right here with my link: www.tinyurl.com/goldsocks   Thank you for listening and have a great day!

12-20
33:59

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