Camren Bicondova is just 15 years old but was very well-spoken during our interview. She talked about auditioning for the role of Selina Kyle, how she tries to play the future Catwoman, and her relationship with co-star David Mazouz, the future Bruce Wayne.
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Orlando Jones called the show just after the premiere of “Sleepy Hollow.” We chatted about how he joined the show and why his previous work on Mad TV prepared him to work in such a diverse ensemble of characters. He also deftly dodge my attempt to get him to reveal a spoiler. Enjoy this entertaining flashback from The Big Wakeup Call Vault ™.
Follow @bigwakeupcallKendrick Sampson was featured as “Jessie” on The Vampire Diaries and now plays Dean Iverson on Fox TV’s Gracepoint, also starring David Tennant and Anna Gunn. He called in to share stories about how the cast shares a special bond, why he can’t reveal even the tiniest of spoilers, and how many Dr. Who and Breaking Bad trivia questions are asked on the set.
Follow @bigwakeupcallFrom The Big Wakeup Call Vault(tm): Kristen Schaal called into the show in May of 2013 to talk about the season finale of Bob’s Burgers and their upcoming live tour. We also talked a little bit about Flight of the Conchords and the rumored huge makeout session at the 30 Rock wrap party. Listen for me to say a naughty word that almost derails the interview and puts the entire show in jeopardy for several seconds!
Follow @bigwakeupcallDan Mintz is best known as the voice of Tina on Fox’s “Bob’s Burgers.” He was calling in to promote his new stand-up album, The Stranger, out today in digital form and available on CD starting October 21. We discussed his performance style, how social media is an insatiable monster when it comes to creating content, and why he’s always felt too shy to appear on podcasts.
Follow @bigwakeupcallDave Annable called in for a lively discussion about his new Fox series Red Band Society. We chatted about method acting, the potential pitfalls of a publicity push, alliteration, and why he’s hesitant to take his shirt off on the series despite public outcry.
Follow @bigwakeupcallDavid Mazouz plays Bruce Wayne on Fox’s new drama “Gotham.” We talked about how it felt to learn he was going to play the young version of the future caped crusader, and why he still hasn’t come down from the excitement.
Follow @bigwakeupcallMelissa Fumero plays Detective Amy Santiago on Fox’s Golden Globe award-winning series Brooklyn Nine-Nine. SPOILER ALERT! She gave some vague hints and thinly disguised innuendo on what may or may not happen on the season premiere. SPOILER ALERT!
Follow @bigwakeupcallJoe Lo Truglio has been creating unique and memorable characters for more than 20 years. His latest is as Detective Charles Boyle on Fox’s “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” We talked about working with a great ensemble cast, the secret weapon of the show, and my suggestion for the next great guest star (SPOILER ALERT: A member of “Stella” that’s not Michael or Michael).
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