TSC News Podcast

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews EASTER BLOODY EASTER lead actress/filmmaker Diane Foster about her new film, its unique comedy horror concept, being recognized by Women in Film, growing up in New Jersey, the indie distribution scene, working with Gravitas Ventures, and why YOU should watch the movie! Stream Easter Bloody Easter: https://amzn.to/3JrdqBp For more info: https://www.instagram.com/dianefosterofficial/ https://wallybirdproductions.com/ ✅Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews actor/writer Russ Russo about his upcoming short film "Beautiful Boy" premiering at the 2024 Garden State Film Festival in Asbury Park, NJ, his love for teaching at Monmouth County Acting Classes, and why you should check out his work! For more info: https://russrusso.com/ Signup for Russ' acting classes: https://monmouthcountyacting.com/ Buy tickets to Beautiful Boy at GSFF 2024: https://gsff.booktix.com/dept/GSFF/e/BK18/p/19 About "Beautiful Boy" : When 12-year old Jimmy shows up at Rusty's door one rainy evening, the past comes knocking with him About Russ Russo: Russ Russo is an Award-Winning American Film & Television Actor. His work includes An Act of War, NBC's Revolution, Ryan Phillippe's 'Catch Hell', Blue Collar Boys, Williamsburg , The Book of Love & Bad Frank. Fun Fact: Russ can also be seen in the viral hit video sensation "Batman Maybe" where he played Bruce Wayne/Batman.

All Elite Wrestling CEO Tony Khan discusses the upcoming AEW Revolution 2024 pay-per-view in Greensboro, Sting's last match, the company's harassment policy, Bryan Danielson, Jennifer Pepperman's hiring, Christian Cage vs. Daniel Garcia, Meat Madness being postponed, former NWA Women's Champion Kamille's free agency, ROH, the PPV schedule, AEW World Champion Samoa Joe's greatness, and much more! ✅Subscribe for more: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier?sub_confirmation=1

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Migrant Sea (2024) multimedia documentary filmmaker Stephane Grasso about his film's multiplatform approach across TV, web, VR, writing, photographs, essays, and podcasts, as well covering African migrants' tough journey to Europe, the hardships they face, and why it's so important for these stories to be told. Official selection for 2024 Slamdance Film Festival. Special thanks to Cinematic Red PR. For more info: https://migrantsea.com/ ✅Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming?sub_confirmation=1

TSC News TV host Fred Richani vlogs about the horrific allegations from Janel Grant's lawsuit against now exiled former chairman Vince McMahon and WWE, newly-run by TKO Group Holdings / Endeavor. (Note: Audio from YouTube.com/TheSportsCourier vlog.) Plus, a candid talk about: Ashley Massaro's Abuse Awareness + Prevention Tips: https://youtu.be/ALzPq5PCPWE ✅Subscribe for more: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier?sub_confirmation=1 Donate to: https://nadiashopefoundation.com/

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews award-winning author Dana Dargos about co-writing the critically acclaimed science fiction novel Einstein in the Attic with her uncle Said Al Bizri, coming up with the story's unique concept, being an independent writer, her activism, working JobsForLebanon.com, her Lebanese heritage, and advice for success! For more info: https://danadargos.com/ Follow Dana Dargos: https://www.instagram.com/officialdanadargos/ https://www.tiktok.com/@danadargos ✅Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming?sub_confirmation=1 Dana Dargos’ impressive career spans across multiple fields, including journalism, technical writing, and content creation. After earning her degree in English Literature from UC Berkeley, she held various positions such as columnist, magazine and film review writer, editor, and content creator for prominent companies like Facebook and Lucid Motors. Additionally, she collaborated with her uncle, Said Al Bizri, to create her debut novel, Einstein in the Attic, which has won numerous awards.

TSC News TV host Fred Richani chats with acclaimed humanitarian Steve Sosebee about forming HEAL Palestine, the organization's mission, his incredible past work with the Palestine Children's Relief Fund (The PCRF), helping the Bsiso girls get to New York City for medical care, how they bring aid in to Gaza despite the Israeli restrictions, working with world renowned surgeon Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sittah and longtime friend Fares Abu Faris, as well as how/why YOU should volunteer to help Palestinian children. Donate/Volunteer here: https://healpalestine.org/ ✅Follow HEAL Palestine: https://www.instagram.com/heal.palestine/ ✅Follow Steve Sosebee: https://www.instagram.com/stevesosebee/ https://twitter.com/Stevesosebee

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews "Footnotes" film stars Chris Leary (lead/director/writer) and actress Sharayu Mahale (lead) about their independent pandemic era romantic comedy, the challenges of 2020, the fun times on set, and why people should check it out at a film festival near you! Follow Sharayu Mahale: https://www.instagram.com/sharayu.mahale/ Follow Chris Leary: https://www.instagram.com/thatchrisleary/ About Footnotes (2023): Harkening back to the apartment movies of the 1970s, "Footnotes" is the story of neighbors and near total strangers, Will and Apurna. When they begin spending lock-down together in the wake of the 2020 pandemic, what starts as a platonic convenience quickly develops into something much, much more. But when a solo trip home to her small New England town puts a strain on their newfound connection, Will and Apurna are forced to reckon with what they mean to each other. Are they friends? Lovers? Or just another forgotten footnote?

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Palestinian Tatreez (embroidery) artist Lina Barkawi about founding Lina's Thobe, the motifs behind the artform, the importance of preserving her culture, mental health, how we all can support the community, her activism, and how she is coping through these tragic times. Special thanks for Seema Gulati for booking this interview. For more info: https://www.linasthobe.com/ Donate to Gaza's children: https://www.pcrf.net/ Mental Heallth Resources: https://linktr.ee/hakini

Fred Richani interviews acclaimed professor and author Tamir Sorek, PhD, about history of the Israel and Palestine conflict, the ongoing Israeli onslaught on Gaza and the West Bank, growing up as an Israeli near the border of Lebanon, debunking the media myths, Hamas' Oct. 7 attack, what needs to happen after a permanent ceasefire, the 1948 Nakba, Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu's regime, and the possibility of a free and liberated Palestine in a one country or two state solution. Note: The opinions reflected in this interview are those of Professor Tamir Sorek. For more info on Prof. Sorek: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Tamir-Sorek/author/B001HCV6NA Donate to Gaza's children: https://www.pcrf.net/ Professor Tamir Sorek Interview Time Stamps: Tamir Sorek studies culture as a field of conflict and resistance, particularly in the context of Palestine/Israel. His research has highlighted the political role of sports, poetry, and collective memory, as well as tensions around the boundaries of the religious and the secular realms. He is the author of The Optimist: A Social Biography of Tawfiq Zayyad (Stanford University Press, 2020), Palestinian Commemoration in Israel: Calendar, Monuments, and Martyrs (Stanford University Press, 2015) and Arab Soccer in a Jewish State: The Integrative Enclave (Cambridge University Press 2007).

UFC 293: Sean Strickland defeats Israel Adesanya via unanimous decision to become the new UFC middleweight champion! TSC News host Fred Richani reacts to one of the biggest upsets in MMA history! ✅Subscribe for more MMA content: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews writer, producer, director, and script consultant Melissa Hurry about award-winning short film "How It Is...", the state of indie filmmaking, founding Mel Hurry Films, mentoring, and diversity and inclusion! Plus: Fun Facts about Mel Hurry, a fellow wrestling fan! Note: This interview contains discussions with a non-union director and non-union short film and was filmed prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. TSC stands in solidarity with SAG-AFTRA and the WGA. Donate to Entertainment Community Fund here: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/ ✅Follow Mel: https://instagram.com/melhurryfilms https://www.youtube.com/@themelhurry https://www.tiktok.com/@themelhurry ✅Watch How It Is...: https://youtu.be/BO0uPz_a13w

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews actress, martial artist, and filmmaker Jennifer Linch about the success of her feature film Kung Fu Ghost, San Diego Comic Con experience, being a non-union actress during the WGA strike, and the challenges of indie filmmaking! Note: This interview contains discussions with a non-union actor and non-union feature film and was filmed prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. TSC stands in solidarity with SAG-AFTRA and the WGA. For more info: http://namelessstudios.net/

TSC News TV host Fred Richani recaps WWE Night of Champions 2023 emanating from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, featuring The Bloodline imploding after the Usos turn on Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins beating AJ Styles for the new WWE World Heavyweight Title, Asuka finally dethroning Bianca Belair, Mustafa Ali and Sami Zayn getting hero's welcomes in KSA, and much more! Plus: Thoughts on AEW Collision, Double or Nothing, and NXT Battleground! ✅Subscribe for more wrestling content: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier WWE Night of Champions 2023 Results:

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews director Ben Epstein about his new drama film "Who Are You People" available now on demand, major streaming platforms such as iTunes and Google Play, as well as select theaters! Plus: We discuss Ben's experience as a filmmaker, creating "In The Vault," getting through the last three years, why it's so important to finish your story and much more! ✅Follow Ben: https://twitter.com/benmepstein https://www.instagram.com/ben_epstein/ ✅Subscribe for more interviews: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews his coach -- actor James Northcote about his standout role as Aldhelm in Netflix's hit period piece series The Last Kingdom, the upcoming TLK film starring Alexander Dreymon (Uhtred of Bebbanburg), how he got his start in show business, being a series regular, and the great work he's doing with The Actors Community founded by Mark Rowley (Finan)! ✅Follow James: https://www.instagram.com/northcotej/ ✅For more info: https://northcote.co/ https://www.theactorscommunity.org/ ✅Book acting classes with James: https://www.theactorscommunity.org/service-page/acting-coach-james-northcote ✅More Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/TSCGaming?sub_confirmation=1

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews writer, producer, music historian, and best selling author Randy Schmidt about the powerful documentary Karen Carpenter: Starving For Perfection, her cautionary tale, why he didn't involve Richard Carpenter with the doc, The Carpenters' impact, and what fans can learn from her story. For more info: https://karencarpenterdoc.com/

TSC News TV host Fred Richani recaps the fantastic WWE Royal Rumble 2023 results featuring Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley winning the Rumble matches, Bray Wyatt's dud with LA Knight, Alexa Bliss getting spooky again, and Sami Zayn saving Kevin Owens and getting kicked out of The Bloodline! ✅Subscribe for more wrestling content: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier

TSC's Fred Richani interviews returning guest Jim Griffin, author of "The New York Yankees All-Time All-Stars"! Fred and Jim chat about the Baseball Hall of Fame 2023 class! Plus: Jim's New York Yankees and 2023 MLB season preview! This is a must listen for any baseball fan! ✅Check out his book New York Yankees All-Time All-Stars: https://amzn.to/3anUrF4 ✅Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier?sub_confirmation=1

TSC News TV host Fred Richani discusses conflicting reports regarding WWE being sold to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Vince McMahon wanting to remain in power, Stephanie McMahon stepping down as CEO, and media responsibility regarding stories of this magnitude. ✅Subscribe for more wrestling content: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier