The Paul Mecurio Show

A fun chat with Mary Lynn about her role as an action-hero in the summer blockbuster movie "The Tomorrow War" - she is very funny as she describes what it's like shooting a gun, acting to a green screen and how she brought levity to the role in the film. She also reveals how she landed her first dramatic role, doing stand up in her garage during the Pandemic and much more.

Do you believe in UFOs? What is the U.S. Government covering-up and why? Is there proof they exist? Harvey Levin delves into all these questions and MUCH more in this eye-opening conversation about the first EVER official statement by the U.S. government on UFOs.  Harvey reveals the driving forces who made this report a reality, government intrigue, including cover-ups, retaliation, what we can and can't glean from the report, some of the people who experienced UFO sightings firsthand and the two people who pushed the government to release information it has held secret for more than 70 years.  This is a fascinating window into the U.S. Government's take on the subject of UFOs which has NEVER been heard before.

Steven is one of our finest comedic actors. He is really funny in this conversation. He has great stories about growing up in a show business family - his mom was a nightclub singer and his Dad a Borscht Belt comic. Hear amazing behind the stories from: his many years in show business - like pasting his lines on set so he can remember them, his days as a child actor, his time starring in the iconic show "Wings," what is was like being directed by the legend, Mel Brooks, starring in the massive Broadway hit, "The Producers," why acting on a soap opera is the best training he could have EVER gotten and much, much more.

Charles explains that in his view the Great Migration of Blacks from the rural South to northern urban centers didn't deliver on improved social/economic conditions, and the fastest way to fight anti-Black racism is for Blacks to migrate to the South, where they can they can build a political majority and consolidate political power.

A great conversation with Kyra who is funny and revealing about her amazing career, her ABC show "Call Your Mother," what it's like to get fired as a mother and why it's so funny, why food is important in her acting approach, and much more. Kyra is really fun and a great storyteller in this interview.

Topher is A LOT of fun in this conversation about his new show,"Home Economics," telling me what he immediately liked about the project and what attracted him to it and why the show will ring true for a lot of viewers. We talk about his approach to deciding what roles he will take, his love of "The Daily Show w/Jon Stewart" and how great it was working with Jon and Steve Carell on the film, "Irresistible." Much more. 

The greatest documentary filmmaker of his generation speaks passionately about the subject of his latest PBS series, Ernest Hemingway.  Ken shares eye-opening insights about Hemingway he developed from writing and directing the film that one could only learn from exhaustive research on the great writer. Burns is riveting as he describes  surprising discoveries he made about Hemingway and hear why, to Ken's surprise, Ken developed compassion for the complex, tortured man.

If you've been uncertain about your path in career/life Victoria will open your eyes with her revolutionary take that it's ok to NOT have a plan, ignore the naysayers, embrace the uncertainty/unknown as an important time for discovery and surprisingly you'll turn that moment into an original, rewarding path for success. This conversation and Victoria's book, "Risk Forward" is an essential roadmap to finding your path and true happiness in very practical, no nonsense terms. This conversation will resonate with EVERYONE.

James is incredibly prolific who's collaborated with such MAJOR artists as Beyonce, Rihanna,Kendrick Lamar, Frank Ocean, Britney Spears, Drake, Justin Timberlake and put a new and wildly popular spin on R&B. In this fun, eye-opening interview, James gives new insight into misconceptions about the music business, is very honest about the effects fame/success had on him, the mistakes he made in making then losing all his money (then made it back), his new music academy geared to properly educate up and coming artists about all aspects of the music business, the importance of meditation and much more. 

A very eye-opening, honest and fun chat with Teressa about how she approaches her roles, the importance of spontaneity in acting and being moment to moment in a role, what pulled her into acting and kept her there, how she conquered doubts and unhelpful pressures from others about her acting career, how and why she auditioned for one role and  got another, and much more. A very revealing conversation.

Juliette is one of the foremost authorities on terrorism and speciically domestic terroism. In eye-opening detail and clarity, Juliette walks us through likely domestic terrorist scenarios after the Jan 6th attack on our Capitol,she explains how mercy and unity can defeat extremists, what actions will only embolden insurrectionists, the history of insurrection and what we can learn from it and much more. This is a master class in understanding the rise and power of extremism, how we can ensure our way of government, defeating extremists and who the new leaders of the extremists are and who to watch for.

A very cool discussion with Patton about his upcoming virtual stand-up show, what folks can expect, his approach to comedy, his writing process, how he has grown over the years as a stand-up and much more. A great window into how this accomplished artist approaches his work.

Dr. Drew as I did, had Covid and like me is a "long-hauler."  We discuss our symptoms like 2 cranky, sick people, what we and you can do to combat the symptoms if you've had it, including the latest drug therapies, studies that are being done on the virus and its treatment, why American doctors are afraid of being aggressive in treating the virus and much more. Really great information that covers A LOT of different aspects of the virus that you should know.

MSNBC's Chief Legal Correspondent gives us utterly fascinating insight into what to expect in the 2nd impeachment trial of Donald Trump. Very interesting facts and details on how the trial works, what the legal standards are, the strongest part of the case against Trump, if and how Trump could be acquitted, what it will mean for politics in our country if Trump is acquitted and much more.

Sanjay returns to the show to discuss his new book, "Keep Sharp" with eye-opening insights on how to keep your brain young, healthy, and sharp from top scientists all over the world whose cutting-edge research can help you heighten and protect brain function and maintain cognitive health at any age. Sanjay debunks common myths about aging and cognitive decline, explores whether there’s a “best” diet or exercise regimen for the brain, and explains whether it’s healthier to play video games that test memory and processing speed, or to engage in more social interaction.  Great info for people at any age.