TSC News Podcast

How Karma Lebanon Charity is Saving the Children with Dr. Layal Issa

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Dr. Layal Issa MD about her fantastic work with nonprofit organization Karma-Lebanon, which helps children suffering from cancer, thalassemia, and chronic illnesses, especially in these trying times of war. Donate today to support their cause: https://karma-leb.org/?product=donate-to-karma-lebanon
 
Note: This interview was filmed prior to the recent attacks on Lebanon.
Follow Karma Lebanon online: https://www.instagram.com/karma.lb/
https://www.facebook.com/karmaleb
 
Karma Lebanon Interview Time Stamps:
00:00 Introducing Dr. Layal Issa of Karma Lebanon charity
00:39 Dr. Layal Issa on Karma Lebanon fundraising campaigns
02:21 Dr. Layal Issa on joining Karma Lebanon, Mariam Younes
03:26 Karma-Lebanon origin story with Mariam Younes
04:24 Dr. Issa explains Thalassemia, treating Lebanese children
07:42 Dr. Issa on challenges Karma-Lebanon faces
10:14 Resources needed to help Lebanese children
12:17 Most prevalent chronic illnesses among Lebanese children
13:26 Why you should donate, volunteer to Karma-Lebanon

Meet Star Trek Science Advisor, Voice Actress Dr. Erin MacDonald

Meet Dr. Erin MacDonald, astrophysicist and official science advisor of Star Trek! Dr. MacDonald chats with TSC News host Fred Richani about getting involved with Star Trek, astrophysics, her love for Bioware video games, her production company Spacetime Productions, and getting cast as a voice actor for Star Trek: Prodigy on Netflix and Star Trek Online!
For more info: https://www.erinpmacdonald.com/
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Dr. Erin MacDonald Interview Time Stamps:
00:00 Star Trek science advisor Dr. Erin MacDonald introduction
00:58 Erin MacDonald on becoming Star Trek science advisor
02:29 Erin MacDonald on Star Trek: Prodigy, educating catering to young audience
04:19 Erin MacDonald on voice acting in Star Trek: Prodigy on Netflix
05:06 Erin MacDonald on Star Trek Online, Bioware, Mass Effect
06:22 Day in the life of Dr. Erin MacDonald, astrophysics
07:30 Erin MacDonald on science advising Star Trek series, video games
10:36 Erin MacDonald on founding Spacetime Productions, inclusivity
13:58 Erin MacDonald on Dragon Age Inquisition, The Veilguard, Bioware
14:57 Erin MacDonald on Mass Effect trilogy, Andromeda
15:13 Erin MacDonald on wacky Star Trek moments
16:29 Dr. Erin MacDonald's advice for success
17:11 Why YOU should watch Star Trek: Prodigy animated series on Netflix!
17:36 Follow Dr. Erin MacDonald online!

How Saving AlGeneina Initiative is Helping Sudanese Refugees

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews Saving AlGeneina Initiative manager Sadeia Hamid about her grassroots organization helping Sudanese refugees and internally displaced peoples within Sudan and Chad, the Sudanese crisis encompassing war, genocide, famine, and occupation, the instability before/during/after former President Omar al-Bashir, as well as how YOU can help donate volunteer for this amazing cause.
 
✅Donation: https://linktr.ee/SavingAlGeneina
✅Donate via PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/SadeiaAli
✅Saving AlGeneina IG: https://www.instagram.com/saving.algeneina
✅TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@savingalgeneina
✅Twitter/X: https://x.com/sadiea8
00:00 Introducing Sadeia Hamid and Saving AlGeneina Initiative
03:48 Sudan's instability, war since 2023
05:24 Evacuating Sudanese refugees, Chadian border, displacement
06:35 Sudan under illegal occupation, massacres
08:03 Sudanese famine, plagues
10:15 United Nations not helping Sudan, Doctors Without Borders
13:56 Sudan has no real government, shady nonprofit organizations
14:56 Saving AlGeneina's initiatives - medical clinics, food, sports
15:35 Partnering with Sudanese American Physicians Association, famine
17:24 Saving AlGeneina Initiative's sports programs for children, mental health
19:00 Sadeia Hamid on building mobile medical clinic for Sudanese refugees
20:38 Sudanese children's trauma, lack of schools, education
22:36 Challenges with getting aid into Sudan
23:41 Difficulty registering Saving AlGeneina Initiative in Sudan
25:34 Don't turn your back on Sudan, Keep Eyes on Sudan
26:25 Donate and volunteer to Saving AlGeneina Initiative
 

Legendary Voice Actor Josh Keaton on Career, Marvel, DC Universe

Remastered From 2022: TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews legendary voice actor Josh Keaton about filling Chris Evans' giant shoes in What If...? on Disney Plus, getting his big break as a kid, playing young Hercules, being canonically part of the MCU, his roles in Young Justice Phantoms, becoming synonymous with the animated Spider-Man, his incredibly supportive wife and family, advice for success, his love for video games, his awkward moment as a child on Baywatch, and being a part of Marvel AND DC Universe!
Follow Josh Keaton: https://www.instagram.com/spacepadre/ 
Book Josh Keaton on Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/joshkeaton/ 
Josh Keaton IMDB Bio: Joshua Luis Wiener or Josh Keaton is an American voice actor and musician. He is known for voicing young Hercules in the 1997 Disney film Hercules, Charlie Carbone in Kangaroo Jack: G'Day USA, Revolver Ocelot in Metal Gear Solid 3, Spider-Man, Electro and Harry Osborn in several Spider-Man video games and cartoons, Ryu Hayabusa in Ninja Gaiden and Shiro in Voltron: Legendary Defender.
Other notable roles:
-Salo / Deckard / Gorgeous Man in Arcane on Netflix (League of Legends)
-Captain America / Steve Rogers in Marvel Studios' What If...?
-Anduin Wrynn in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands
 
Additional notable roles in The Spectacular Spider-Man, Star Trek: Resurgence, Dota: Dragon's Blood, Ben 10, Psychonauts 2, Marvel's Iron Man VR, Death Stranding, Ant-Man in Avengers Assemble, World of Final Fantasy Maxima, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Voltron.

Filmmaker Gauthier Raad on Breaking Barriers, We Film Festivals

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews filmmaker Gauthier Raad about his critically-acclaimed documentaries, tackling LGBQT topics in the Arab entertainment space, and his fantastic work as director of multiple film festivals including LIFF - Lebanese Independent Film Festival in Beirut! Plus: They discuss uplifting diverse voices in times of tragedy and chaos, especially in the Middle East / MENA region. Special thanks to We Film Festivals and Sandy Rakka.
 
For more info: https://wefilmfestivals.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/wefilmfestivals/
https://www.instagram.com/gauthierraad/
https://www.instagram.com/liffofficial/

BLOOM Charity's Positive Impact on Children of Morocco, Palestine with Amina Shams

TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews BLOOM co-founder Amina Shams about her top-rated grassroots nonprofit organization, currently helping children in Morocco, as well as Gaza, in collaboration with HEAL Palestine's Steve Sosebee. Amina discusses how BLOOM was formed and various resources provided to Palestinian and Moroccan children, including mental health service, food security, on-site kitchens, developmental programs, and education.
 
For more info on BLOOM: https://bloomcharity.org/
Donate: https://bloomcharity.kindful.com/
 

Focus Congo: Pappy Orion's Mission to Save the DRC

Fred Richani interviews activist, filmmaker, and Focus Congo founder Pappy Orion, shedding light on his remarkable charity work in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The interview also covers the pressing issues of G-cide, war, and the exploitation of labor for cobalt, coltan, and other resources. Pappy Orion shares insights on how we can support the DRC and delves into his incredible childhood journey on foot, spanning from Congo all the way down to South Africa in search of safety and a better life. This is a touching and heart wrenching conversation on activism, resilience, faith, tragedy, and perseverance.
 
Donate to help Congo: https://www.focuscongo.com/en/spende/
For more info: https://www.focuscongo.com/en/
https://pappyorion.media/
Follow Pappy Orion on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pappyorion
Pappy Orion on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pappyorion
YouTube:  @pappyorion42  &  @focuscongo1394 

Actress/Director Diane Foster on Easter Bloody Easter, Women in Film

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/ 
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Actor Russ Russo on Beautiful Boy, Monmouth County Acting Classes

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. 

Migrant Sea Doc - African Migrants' Journey to Europe by Stephane Grasso

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/
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WWE's Culture of Abuse - Janel Grant, Ashley Massaro Allegations

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:
Former head of talent relations John Laurinaitis (Johnny Ace) publicly admitting WWE knew about Ashley Massaro's alleged SA during a WWE tour on Kuwait military base and did nothing about it
Paul "Triple H" Levesque's horrible public relations nightmare
The alleged enabling of Vince McMahon's abuse by HHH, Kevin Dunn, Bruce Prichard, Michael Hayes, and many more
Ari Emanuel, Mark Shapiro, and Nick Khan overlooking McMahon's allegations prior to the WWE-UFC merger
How UFC's Dana White and AEW's Tony Khan are not exempt from criticism regarding harassment prevention
Chris Jericho / Kylie Rae allegations, NDAs
Why this shouldn't be tolerated by any pro wrestling fan
Grant's lawyer Ann Callis; Kevin Nash's tasteless comments
Brock Lesnar being incriminated in lawsuit
The Rock vs. Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes WrestleMania 40 saga used to overshadow lawsuit
Brutus Beefcake's allegations and retraction on Shawn Michaels
Abuse Awareness + Prevention Tips: https://youtu.be/ALzPq5PCPWE
✅Subscribe for more: http://www.youtube.com/TheSportsCourier?sub_confirmation=1 
Donate to: https://nadiashopefoundation.com/

Author Dana Dargos on Einstein in the Attic, Science Fiction Meets Faith

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
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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.

HEAL Palestine - How Steve Sosebee is Saving Palestinian Children

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
 

Footnotes Movie: Meet Chris Leary, Sharayu Mahale

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?

Palestinian Tatreez with Lina’s Thobe

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 

Mel Hurry on ’How It Is...’ Short Film, Indie Filmmaking

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

Actress/Director Jennifer Linch on Indie Filmmaking, Martial Arts, SDCC

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/

WWE Night of Champions 2023 Review - Usos Turn on Roman Reigns!

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:
Seth “Freakin” Rollins def. AJ Styles to win the WWE World Heavyweight Championship for Monday Night Raw
Trish Stratus def. Becky Lynch with the help of Zoey Stark WWE Intercontinental Champion
Gunther def. Mustafa Ali
Asuka def. Bianca Belair to win the WWE Raw Women’s Championship
WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion Rhea Ripley def. Natalya with the help of Dominik Mysterio
Brock Lesnar def. Cody Rhodes 
Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens defeated The Bloodline's Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa to retain the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Titles after Jimmy Uso turned on Reigns! Usos out of The Bloodline! 
 

Actor James Northcote on The Last Kingdom, Actors Community

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 

The Life and Times of Karen Carpenter with Randy Schmidt

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/