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Ernie Hudson — From Ghostbusters to Boston Blue.
He ain’t afraid of no ghosts.

This episode features a candid, wide-ranging conversation with the legendary Ernie Hudson — an actor whose career spans decades, genres, and some of the most beloved franchises in pop culture history.

We talk about his powerful new role on CBS’s Boston Blue, but that’s just the beginning.

Ernie reflects on:

• His unforgettable turn as Winston Zeddemore in Ghostbusters — from the original films to the emotional reunions decades later
• Entering the world of Quantum Leap and the legacy of genre storytelling on television
• Why he considers acting his “calling and ministry”

From bustin’ ghosts, to bending time, to commanding the screen in primetime drama, Ernie shares thoughtful insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and the perspective that only a true industry veteran can offer.

It’s heartfelt. It’s nostalgic. It’s inspiring. And yes — we cover it all…including throwing down with the Incredible Hulk.

Hit play and spend some time with a legend.

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Continuing my 40^th anniversary celebration of The Last Starfighter with Lance Guest! Lance drops by to chat about the classic 80s sci-fi flick (and his thoughts on a sequel), as well as X-Files, an audition for the Princess Bride he’ll never forget, and, yes…one of the most notorious sequels of all time – Jaws: The Revenge!

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Celebrating the 40^th anniversary of TWO 80s cinema classics, Night of the Comet & The Last Starfighter, with the incredibly talented actress who stars in both – Catherine Mary Stewart!

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Year 11 of Comic Book Central begins with a guest that’s out of this world! Actor Todd Stashwick is here for some Trek talk about his fan-fave character, Captain Liam Shaw, from Star Trek: Picard!

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It’s my adventure at TerrifiCon! In part one, I chat with the man behind CT’s number one comic convention, Mitch Hallock. And, you’ll hear from comics creators Garth Ennis, Rick Leonardi, J. K. Woodward, and Phil Hester!
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Actor and director Jonathan Frakes returns to the Comic Book Central Lair! We’re talkin’ Trek – his experiences directing Discovery and Strange New Worlds…and reuniting with the Next Gen crew for an epic adventure on Star Trek: Picard!
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Screenwriter Mark Rosenthal is my guest this week! Mark drops by the Lair to chat about penning sci-fi, action, and superhero tales for Star Trek VI, Tim Burton’s Planet of the Apes, and Superman IV: The Quest For Peace!

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Celebrating 40 years of The Greatest American Hero with the lovely and talented Faye Grant! Faye joins me to talk about her time on the 80s superhero series. PLUS, she reminisces about doing hard time with Lou Ferrigno and Bill Bixby on the Hulk for the final episode of that show, and battling villainous lizards alongside Marc Singer in the epic sci-fi saga V!
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The wonderfully talented Frances Fisher drops by this week! We’re chatting about her roles in blockbuster films like James Cameron’s Titanic and Clint Eastwood’s Unforgiven, close calls with Rick Springfield on Human Target and Tom Hanks on Big, acting motherly with Nathan Fillion on The Rookie, and her time in the world of HBO’s Watchmen!
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I’m celebrating the 30^th anniversary of the classic adventure film The Rocketeer with the Rocketeer himself, Billy Campbell! Billy flies into the Lair to chat about bringing Dave Stevens’ comic character to life. PLUS, find out how Lord of the Rings changed his life, why he gave Johnny Depp a lift, and get the scoop on his time in the Star Trek universe! From auditioning for Riker alongside Jonathan Frakes, to becoming the Outrageous Okona, to getting acting tips from Patrick Stewart, to his upcoming RETURN to Trek in Star Trek: Prodigy!
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