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Talking Sopranos
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Sopranos co-stars Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa host the definitive Sopranos re-watch podcast. Michael and Steve follow the Sopranos series episode by episode giving fans all the inside info, behind the scenes stories and little-known facts that could only come from someone on the inside. Talking Sopranos also features interviews with additional cast members, producers, writers, production crew and special guests. Along with talking about the Sopranos, Michael and Steve will also share candid conversations about the entertainment business, their friendship and all the folks they've met along the way. This is a must listen for all Sopranos fans.
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Episode #77 "Moe n' Joe"
Sep 13, 2021Tap to summarizeThis week Michael and Steve welcome the beautiful Emily Wickersham (Rhiannon Flammer) and Pete Bucossi (Sopranos Stunt Coordinator) to the Talking Sopranos podcast. Can you believe the Sopranos was actually Emily's first real acting gig. She talks about how she got the job and what it was like being on the set with such an incredible cast. Then Pete Bucossi, the Sopranos Stunt Coordinator joins the podcast. He breaks down a few of the show's most famous stunts including the big one when Christopher rolls a car over a cliff and dies. After that Michael and Steve breakdown Moe n'Joe S6 – Ep10….another fantastic episode! Make sure to subscribe to the Talking Sopranos podcast wherever you get your podcasts and go to the Talking Sopranos website to ask Michael and Steve questions and buy official merchandise. Get Sopranos Memorabilia and more at https://collectiblexchange.com Check out Comedy and Conversations with the Sopranos Live. Get your tickets today! https://www.ticketmaster.com/in-conversation-with-the-sopranos-tickets/artist/2683319 Pre-order your copy of WOKE UP THIS MORNING: The Definitive Oral history of the Sopranoseverywhere books are sold, or go to hc.com/sopranosoralhistory https://www.talkingsopranos.com https://www.betterhelp.com/talking https://vitalfarms.com https://kamikoto.com https://www.manlybands.com/sopranos https://simplisafe.com/talking
Transcribe →Episode #72 "Live Free or Die"
Aug 9, 2021Tap to summarizeThis week on Talking Sopranos it's At Home with the Cusamanos! Michael and Steve welcome Saundra Santiago (Jeannie and Joan Cusamano) and Bob LuPone (Dr. Bruce Cusamano ) to the podcast. Up first Saundra calls out a not so well-liked actor on the set of Miami Vice. Then she talks about about how she was originally brought in to read for the role of Carmela. But once she saw the script, she really wanted to play Melfi. She read for the part and even went to LA to audition in front of the folks from HBO. It wasn't meant to be and she ended up playing one of the two sets of twins on the show. Then it's the ultimate Wonderbread Wop…Dr Cusamano. Bob LuPone played the character to a tee. He talks about his inspiration for the role, and what it was like to work with James Gandolfini. Then Michael and Steve get into this week's episode. Can you believe we're already at Season 6 Episode 6. Talking Sopranos #72 "Live Free or Die". Don't forget to subscribe to the Talking Sopranos podcast wherever you get your podcasts and go to the Talking Sopranos website to ask Michael and Steve questions and buy official merchandise. Pre-order your copy of WOKE UP THIS MORNING: The Definitive Oral history of the Sopranos everywhere books are sold, or go to hc.com/sopranosoralhistory https://www.talkingsopranos.com https://www.betterhelp.com/talking https://stathero.com/talking https://www.stamps.com
Transcribe →Episode #33 "Second Opinion"
Nov 9, 2020Tap to summarizeEmmy award winning Cinematographer Phil Abraham joins Michael and Steve for another exciting episode of Talking Sopranos. Phil worked on all six seasons of the Sopranos and shares some great stories from behind the camera. He talks about how James Gandolfini was once leery about a director so he tanked the scene just to see if the director would notice. He also talks about directing his first episode, and what it was like being part of crazy Soprano's family. Then Michael and Steve get into this week’s episode which is one of Edie Falco’s best. Carmela tries therapy on her own but is shaken by what Dr Krakower tells her. Did you know that Mike Nichols originally agreed to play the role of the doctor but bailed after the table read? Junior undergoes an operation for cancer and places his life in the hands of a man named Kennedy. Unfortunately doctors in real life aren’t what they’re like on TV….wait what? Michael and Steve dig into the whole Kennedy mystique and Michael tells us what he really thinks of Ronald Regan. It’s all this week on Talking Sopranos Ep #33 “Second Opinion” S3 Ep7. Make sure to subscribe to the Talking Sopranos podcast wherever you get your podcasts and go to talkingsopranos.com to ask question and get official talking sopranos merchandise.
Transcribe →Episode #23 "Bust-Out"
Aug 31, 2020Tap to summarizeMichael and Steve are joined by John Ventimiglia (Artie Bucco) one of the Soprano's most lovable characters. John talks about the early days with Michael and how he got his start in the business. Then he shares some stories about how he originally read for the role of Tony Soprano, his inspiration for the character of Artie and how he once sent an actor to the hospital sort of by accident. Then Michael and Steve dig into this week episode which has some of the best acting of the series. Tony wrestles with the thought of spending life behind bars, Carmela almost makes a huge mistake with the wall paper guy and Richie attempts to make his big move with Junior. It's all on Talking Sopranos Episode #23 "Bust-Out". Remember to subscribe to the Talking Sopranos podcast wherever you get your podcasts and don't forget to get your official Talking Sopranos merchandise at talkingsopranos.com
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Feb 25, 2020Tap to summarizeMichael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa team up to bring you the definitive Sopranos re-watch podcast. Check out a sneak peek of Talking Sopranos premiering this April.
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