B…is for Behind the Scenes!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and your childhood best friends at “Sesame Street” want to make sure you’re doing okay. First up this half-hour, we’re catching up with television icons Grover and Abby Cadabby to learn more about the expansion of Sesame Workshop’s free online emotional well-being resources. Then, we’re stopping by Atlanta Botanical Garden to celebrate both the 50th anniversary of the institution and the return of the colorful exhibit “Niki in the Garden.” Finally, we’re spending a little quality time with Noodle, a giant Pacific octopus at Georgia Aquarium, in honor of the new Netflix film “Remarkably Bright Creatures."
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and your childhood best friends at “Sesame Street” want to make sure you’re doing okay. First up this half-hour, we’re catching up with television icons Grover and Abby Cadabby to learn more about the expansion of Sesame Workshop’s free online emotional well-being resources. Then, we’re stopping by Atlanta Botanical Garden to celebrate both the 50th anniversary of the institution and the return of the colorful exhibit “Niki in the Garden.” Finally, we’re spending a little quality time with Noodle, a giant Pacific octopus at Georgia Aquarium, in honor of the new Netflix film “Remarkably Bright Creatures."
Rock, Pop, and Pickleball
Buckle your seatbelts and bow down, folks! We’re kicking off this half-hour with a look at “Deep Water,” the new disaster flick directed by “Die Hard 2” filmmaker Renny Harlin and produced by legendary rock star Gene Simmons! Then, we’re heading to the Fox Theatre, where the Queens of the Tony-winning musical “Six” are hitting the stage for a royally good show. Finally, we’re chatting with the “Voice of Pickleball” Dave Fleming at the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships in Peachtree Corners.
Buckle your seatbelts and bow down, folks! We’re kicking off this half-hour with a look at “Deep Water,” the new disaster flick directed by “Die Hard 2” filmmaker Renny Harlin and produced by legendary rock star Gene Simmons! Then, we’re heading to the Fox Theatre, where the Queens of the Tony-winning musical “Six” are hitting the stage for a royally good show. Finally, we’re chatting with the “Voice of Pickleball” Dave Fleming at the Veolia Atlanta Pickleball Championships in Peachtree Corners.
The 'Unsinkable' Deborah Cox
Grammy-nominated singer Deborah Cox is back on Broadway, taking on the role of Molly Brown in the hit musical spoof "Titanique." We're catching up with the R&B songstress to talk about her love for live theatre, what she learned while singing background for Celine Dion, and the role Atlanta played during the recording of her 1995 debut album. Next up, we're heading to the legendary Tara Theatre, which is one of the host sites for the 50th anniversary of the Atlanta Film Festival. And finally, who's hungry? We're getting our fill of Southern soul food at popular Tucker restaurant Magnolia Room Cafeteria.
Grammy-nominated singer Deborah Cox is back on Broadway, taking on the role of Molly Brown in the hit musical spoof "Titanique." We're catching up with the R&B songstress to talk about her love for live theatre, what she learned while singing background for Celine Dion, and the role Atlanta played during the recording of her 1995 debut album. Next up, we're heading to the legendary Tara Theatre, which is one of the host sites for the 50th anniversary of the Atlanta Film Festival. And finally, who's hungry? We're getting our fill of Southern soul food at popular Tucker restaurant Magnolia Room Cafeteria.
Disco, Directors, and Dough
Roll out the red carpet…it's another star-studded show! First up, television legends Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl discuss Duffy’s Dough, their bake-at-home bread line which recently launched within the Kroger Atlanta Division. Next up, we’re partying like it’s 1979 at Jagger Suite, the new rooftop lounge in downtown Atlanta inspired by New York’s famed Studio 54. Then, Stronger Now founder and CEO Alex Mitchell talks about the importance of strength training for adults over the age of 50. And finally, Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Levinson looks back on his 1996 hit “Sleepers,” which is being released on 4K Ultra HD for the first time.
Roll out the red carpet…it's another star-studded show! First up, television legends Patrick Duffy and Linda Purl discuss Duffy’s Dough, their bake-at-home bread line which recently launched within the Kroger Atlanta Division. Next up, we’re partying like it’s 1979 at Jagger Suite, the new rooftop lounge in downtown Atlanta inspired by New York’s famed Studio 54. Then, Stronger Now founder and CEO Alex Mitchell talks about the importance of strength training for adults over the age of 50. And finally, Oscar-winning filmmaker Barry Levinson looks back on his 1996 hit “Sleepers,” which is being released on 4K Ultra HD for the first time.
The Mountain, the Medium, and the “Milliken Scream”
This episode is one for the history books — or, at least, it features one! First up, authors Jeff Dingler and Brigette Jones take us on a tour of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and discuss their new book about the fascinating Georgia landscape and its rich history. Then, we’re going one-on-one with TV’s “Long Island Medium,” Theresa Caputo, who is bringing her live tour to Atlanta. Finally, grab your earplugs — we’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia with a thrilling (and ear-shattering) ride on the iconic coaster!
This episode is one for the history books — or, at least, it features one! First up, authors Jeff Dingler and Brigette Jones take us on a tour of the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and discuss their new book about the fascinating Georgia landscape and its rich history. Then, we’re going one-on-one with TV’s “Long Island Medium,” Theresa Caputo, who is bringing her live tour to Atlanta. Finally, grab your earplugs — we’re celebrating the 20th anniversary of Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia with a thrilling (and ear-shattering) ride on the iconic coaster!
Atlanta’s Rob Lathan is Called for 'Jury Duty'
Atlanta’s own Rob Lathan is a scene-stealer in Prime Video’s “Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,” the second season of the Emmy-nominated hit “Jury Duty.” Rob plays the hilarious “Other Anthony” in the comedy, which centers on a real man named Anthony who believes he’s temping for a family-owned hot sauce company — but, in reality, is surrounded by actors in a completely staged scenario. This half-hour, we’re going in-depth with Rob about what it takes to pull off this entertainment high-wire act. Then, we join retired NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough for the Atlanta opening of the high-tech immersive experience "Space Explorers: THE INFINITE” at Pullman Yards.
Atlanta’s own Rob Lathan is a scene-stealer in Prime Video’s “Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat,” the second season of the Emmy-nominated hit “Jury Duty.” Rob plays the hilarious “Other Anthony” in the comedy, which centers on a real man named Anthony who believes he’s temping for a family-owned hot sauce company — but, in reality, is surrounded by actors in a completely staged scenario. This half-hour, we’re going in-depth with Rob about what it takes to pull off this entertainment high-wire act. Then, we join retired NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough for the Atlanta opening of the high-tech immersive experience "Space Explorers: THE INFINITE” at Pullman Yards.
What to Watch: "Pretty Lethal" and "André is an Idiot"
Episode Date: March 28-29 Episode Title: What to Watch: "Pretty Lethal" and "André is an Idiot" Description: Academy Award nominee Uma Thurman headlines the Prime thriller "Pretty Lethal," which centers on a group of ballerinas forced to use their dance training to survive in a dangerous Hungarian inn. We're sitting down for extended -- and really fun! -- interviews with Thurman, director Vicky Jewson, and the fighting ballerinas: Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow, Lana Condor, Millicent Simmonds, and Avantika. Then, director Tony Benna talks with "Behind the Scenes..." about his acclaimed new documentary, "André is an Idiot," in which a man chronicles his life after being diagnosed with terminal colon cancer.
Episode Date: March 28-29 Episode Title: What to Watch: "Pretty Lethal" and "André is an Idiot" Description: Academy Award nominee Uma Thurman headlines the Prime thriller "Pretty Lethal," which centers on a group of ballerinas forced to use their dance training to survive in a dangerous Hungarian inn. We're sitting down for extended -- and really fun! -- interviews with Thurman, director Vicky Jewson, and the fighting ballerinas: Maddie Ziegler, Iris Apatow, Lana Condor, Millicent Simmonds, and Avantika. Then, director Tony Benna talks with "Behind the Scenes..." about his acclaimed new documentary, "André is an Idiot," in which a man chronicles his life after being diagnosed with terminal colon cancer.
Scary Good Fun at the Box Office
It's a star-studded half-hour as we sit down with the stars of three new films opening in theatres this weekend. First up is recent Academy Award nominee Rose Byrne, who headlines the new drama "Tow" along with Dominic Sessa. Next, we're having some scary good fun with the cast of "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come," including Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Elijah Wood. Finally, the horror hits close to home in "Vampires of the Velvet Lounge," which stars Mena Suvari and was filmed in Savannah.
It's a star-studded half-hour as we sit down with the stars of three new films opening in theatres this weekend. First up is recent Academy Award nominee Rose Byrne, who headlines the new drama "Tow" along with Dominic Sessa. Next, we're having some scary good fun with the cast of "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come," including Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, and Elijah Wood. Finally, the horror hits close to home in "Vampires of the Velvet Lounge," which stars Mena Suvari and was filmed in Savannah.
A Conversation with Pioneering Pilot Beverley Bass
We're spending the entire half-hour with trailblazing pilot Beverley Bass, who reflects on her incredible career as the first female captain for American Airlines and her unplanned landing in Gander, Newfoundland on September 11th, 2001, which inspired the hit Broadway musical "Come From Away." Bass will see the show for the 181st time when it makes its regional premiere at City Springs Theatre Company in Sandy Springs this weekend.
We're spending the entire half-hour with trailblazing pilot Beverley Bass, who reflects on her incredible career as the first female captain for American Airlines and her unplanned landing in Gander, Newfoundland on September 11th, 2001, which inspired the hit Broadway musical "Come From Away." Bass will see the show for the 181st time when it makes its regional premiere at City Springs Theatre Company in Sandy Springs this weekend.
On the set of "Scream 7"
Ghostface is back...and this time, the call's coming from Atlanta! The seventh installment of the blockbuster horror franchise "Scream" was filmed in Metro Atlanta, including at Midtown's SCAD Film Studios. We're checking out one of the film's notable sets, which is now serving as a classroom for students. We're also catching up with screen legend Kurt Russell, his real-life won Wyatt, Emmy Award winner Anna Sawai, and the rest of the cast of the Apple TV hit "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," which is back for a second season. Finally, we're getting a first taste of Atlanta's newest culinary hotspot, 17th & State Restaurant + Bar! Bon Appetit!
Ghostface is back...and this time, the call's coming from Atlanta! The seventh installment of the blockbuster horror franchise "Scream" was filmed in Metro Atlanta, including at Midtown's SCAD Film Studios. We're checking out one of the film's notable sets, which is now serving as a classroom for students. We're also catching up with screen legend Kurt Russell, his real-life won Wyatt, Emmy Award winner Anna Sawai, and the rest of the cast of the Apple TV hit "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters," which is back for a second season. Finally, we're getting a first taste of Atlanta's newest culinary hotspot, 17th & State Restaurant + Bar! Bon Appetit!
Paul's Favorite Things
Oprah used to build entire shows around her favorite things…so here are a few of Paul Milliken’s: pizza, “The Golden Girls,” and horror movies! First up, we’re stopping by Brookhaven’s Vero Pizzeria, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and is marking the occasion by letting Paul design his own pizza for a limited-time special. Then, we’re heading to Pullman Yards for the highly anticipated “The Golden Girls Kitchen” pop-up dining experience, which brings the iconic TV show to life in Atlanta. Finally, we’re catching up with acclaimed actress Georgina Campbell, who stars in the bloody new horror flick “Psycho Killer."
Oprah used to build entire shows around her favorite things…so here are a few of Paul Milliken’s: pizza, “The Golden Girls,” and horror movies! First up, we’re stopping by Brookhaven’s Vero Pizzeria, which recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and is marking the occasion by letting Paul design his own pizza for a limited-time special. Then, we’re heading to Pullman Yards for the highly anticipated “The Golden Girls Kitchen” pop-up dining experience, which brings the iconic TV show to life in Atlanta. Finally, we’re catching up with acclaimed actress Georgina Campbell, who stars in the bloody new horror flick “Psycho Killer."
On the Red Carpet at SCAD TVfest
If there's a red carpet...Paul Milliken's going to be on it! Especially the star-studded carpet at SCAD TVfest, which celebrates the best of television, streaming, and digital media. Guests at the 14th annual event included legendary showrunner Michael Patrick King ("The Comeback," "Sex and the City"), "The Great American Baking Show" co-hosts Andrew Rannells and Casey Wilson, Grammy-winning singer Chilli and actor Matthew Lawrence (of the Hallmark+ series "Second Chance Love"), SCAD grad Jocelyn Shelfo, and Hallmark stars Alison Sweeney, Evan Roderick, and Erin Cahill.
If there's a red carpet...Paul Milliken's going to be on it! Especially the star-studded carpet at SCAD TVfest, which celebrates the best of television, streaming, and digital media. Guests at the 14th annual event included legendary showrunner Michael Patrick King ("The Comeback," "Sex and the City"), "The Great American Baking Show" co-hosts Andrew Rannells and Casey Wilson, Grammy-winning singer Chilli and actor Matthew Lawrence (of the Hallmark+ series "Second Chance Love"), SCAD grad Jocelyn Shelfo, and Hallmark stars Alison Sweeney, Evan Roderick, and Erin Cahill.
An Episode with 'Heart'
From "Barracuda" to "Magic Man" to "Alone," rock band Heart has truly provided the soundtrack to our lives. Now, the band is back on the road, launching the latest leg of its Royal Flush Tour at Duluth's Gas South Arena. Ahead of the show, we chatted with the Heart's legendary guitarist and singer Nancy Wilson, who shared the story behind one of the group's biggest hits ("These Dreams") and her latest business venture, Roadcase Management. And speaking of legendary, we're also stopping by Atlanta's iconic Fox Theatre to check out the venue's new on-site gift shop!
From "Barracuda" to "Magic Man" to "Alone," rock band Heart has truly provided the soundtrack to our lives. Now, the band is back on the road, launching the latest leg of its Royal Flush Tour at Duluth's Gas South Arena. Ahead of the show, we chatted with the Heart's legendary guitarist and singer Nancy Wilson, who shared the story behind one of the group's biggest hits ("These Dreams") and her latest business venture, Roadcase Management. And speaking of legendary, we're also stopping by Atlanta's iconic Fox Theatre to check out the venue's new on-site gift shop!
E is for Entertainment
Want to hear from the biggest stars in Hollywood? You're in the right place! This week, Paul Milliken catches up with Emmy-winning actress Claire Foy, director Philippa Lowthorpe, and author Helen Macdonald for a first look at the soaring drama "H is for Hawk." Next up, we celebrate recent Oscar nominee Elle Fanning with a look back at last year's critical and commercial hit "Predator: Badlands." And finally, we're backstage at Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre, where "The Play That Goes Wrong" is sending audiences into hysterics.
Want to hear from the biggest stars in Hollywood? You're in the right place! This week, Paul Milliken catches up with Emmy-winning actress Claire Foy, director Philippa Lowthorpe, and author Helen Macdonald for a first look at the soaring drama "H is for Hawk." Next up, we celebrate recent Oscar nominee Elle Fanning with a look back at last year's critical and commercial hit "Predator: Badlands." And finally, we're backstage at Lawrenceville's Aurora Theatre, where "The Play That Goes Wrong" is sending audiences into hysterics.
“Lights…Camera…Crickets!”
From Vancouver to New York to Atlanta, Paul Milliken is logging some serious miles this week covering entertainment. First up is a shudder-inducing trip to the set of the new FOX series “Fear Factor: House of Fear" with host Johnny Knoxville, followed by a one-on-one interview at the FOX Upfront event with comic legend Denis Leary about the second season of “Going Dutch.” Finally, we check in with musician Mackenna Tolfa, who brings "Rockstar" energy to the North American tour of global phenomenon Blue Man Group.
From Vancouver to New York to Atlanta, Paul Milliken is logging some serious miles this week covering entertainment. First up is a shudder-inducing trip to the set of the new FOX series “Fear Factor: House of Fear" with host Johnny Knoxville, followed by a one-on-one interview at the FOX Upfront event with comic legend Denis Leary about the second season of “Going Dutch.” Finally, we check in with musician Mackenna Tolfa, who brings "Rockstar" energy to the North American tour of global phenomenon Blue Man Group.
Everything But the 'Kitchen' Sink
From Broadway to boating and mazes to "Meditalian" cuisine, it's an exciting start to the new year in Metro Atlanta. This weekend, Paul Milliken gets fired up with the cast of the hit musical "Hell's Kitchen," dives into competitive minnow racing at the Atlanta Boat Show, and checks out two new Alpharetta hangouts: trendy fusion restaurant Siena and interactive gaming facility Activate.
From Broadway to boating and mazes to "Meditalian" cuisine, it's an exciting start to the new year in Metro Atlanta. This weekend, Paul Milliken gets fired up with the cast of the hit musical "Hell's Kitchen," dives into competitive minnow racing at the Atlanta Boat Show, and checks out two new Alpharetta hangouts: trendy fusion restaurant Siena and interactive gaming facility Activate.
Behind the Scenes with Paul Milliken Ep. 94
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Behind the Scenes with Paul Milliken Ep. 93
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Behind the Scenes with Paul Milliken Ep. 92
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Behind the Scenes with Paul Milliken Ep. 90
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.
Go behind the scenes with Paul Milliken as he explores new places, people, and things to do.