This week, S.E. sits down with TV legend, Michael Chiklis. Known for his police roles from The Commish to The Shield, Michael shares with S.E. more about his early life in Massachusetts, and finding inspiration and support in the Greek philosophies spun out by his beauty-salon-owning father. They talk about parenting, the social media drain and the story of landing his first major movie that was riddled with controversies. Keen listeners will catch the many times the two “Massholes” slip into Boston accents. And stay tuned for a Boston-themed lightning round!

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It’s all the news that’s fit to sip! In this episode of Talkin’ Coffee, S.E. shares the story of a confrontation she had recently that made her question everything! She asks her producers, Lauren and Derrick, and you all, to weigh in! In coffee news, there’s a sports and coffee crossover we didn’t know we needed, what we wouldn’t skimp on in this economy says a lot about us, and you wouldn’t believe what goes into McDonald’s coffee.

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This week, S.E. gets to see into the future with best-selling author Brad Thor. Brad talks about the impact of his favorite childhood book series and what inspired him to finally get to writing books later in life. S.E. and Brad do step lightly into politics and talk about how it shapes Brad’s audience, more than his storytelling. Brad talks about his narrative clairvoyance and where he gets his ideas from. He even gives advice to S.E. and writers out there on how to overcome those stubborn blocks and writing obstacles. Plus, it’s a super fun, thriller-inspired lightning round! Stay tuned to find out Brad’s favorite book-to-screen adaptation. Brad’s latest book is called Shadow of a Doubt and it’s out now.

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This week, S.E. sits down with one of the best communicators, maybe, on the planet — it's Donny Deutsch! The TV host and master marketer talks about growing up in Queens and how being a New Yorker is such an embedded part of his identity. They talk about the evolution of branding and what makes a great brand — and what definitely doesn't. Donny also shares his meandering path to ambition — his first TV appearance on a game show with Betty White — and what it took for him to lock in and get to work. S.E. and Donny also dig into the wild world of the 1980s advertising (very different vibe than Mad Men). There's a lot to learn from this episode and, make no mistake, Donny will tell it to you straight!

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David Silver is 52?! Yes, and we're all the better for it. This week, S.E. taps into the ultimate nostalgia interview with Brian Austin Green — the youngest star of the 90s teen drama, 90210 — only to experience one of the wisest, most thoughtful, life-lesson-filled conversations she's had on Off the Cupp. Brian and S.E. talk about 90210, of course, but they also talk about his childhood, parenting, midlife, and what he has learned from his neurological breakdown. Brian also turns the table on S.E.! And asks her about her career paths and life choices. And stay tuned for a very special 9-0 quiz! If you want more Brian Austin Green, check out his podcast, Oldish.

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This week on the pod, comedian, actress all around talent, Judy Gold! The comedian talks about the struggle to be funny in this moment, the Trump Effect on comedy and the intrinsic elements of humor — vulnerability and truth — that are so unfortunately lacking right now but in this political regime in particular. Judy shares what she was like as a kid - a natural observer who said everything - whose appearance and height were the source of endless bullying. Judy talks about her career, the breaks and disappointments and how stand-up will always be her main squeeze. S.E. and Judy also trade anxiety stories and find a lot of each other in them. Stay for the lightning round to see if Judy really knows the details of her own career.

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It’s all the news that’s fit to sip! This episode of Talkin’ Coffee includes advice from baristas on how to brew the best cup, surprising coffee-related White Lotus tie-ins, a little bit of bad news, and some pretty controversial opinions on the best coffee cities. Oh, and we hear from listeners!

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This week, S.E. sits down with actor and screenwriter Johnathon Schaech! S.E. digs into the transcendent appeal of his 1996 comedy/musical That Thing You Do and Johnathon's misrepresented character, James. They talk about the movie's ever-growing fan base, his musical talents, and his friendship with Tom Hanks. S.E. and Johnathon also go back to his childhood, his early roles, and the moments — and people — that changed the course of his life. Johnathon bravely shares with S.E. his personal nightmare — his own MeToo moment — how that trauma has impacted him, and how he works to move beyond it. Johnathon and S.E. talk about the importance of speaking out and why they both chose to do so. Before closing out the conversation, S.E. quizzes Johnathon about “Leather Coat Guy” (IYKYK)!

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