Gina Gershon on "The Hero With a Thousand Faces" || Books That Changed My Life
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To claim your copy of Gina's latest book, AlphaPussy, click HERE: In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by actress, singer, and author Gina Gershon! Chris and Gina deep dive on Joseph Campbell's classic, The Hero With a Thousand Faces, talking myths, dreams, the hero's journey, and Campbell's blind spots. Gina recalls challenging her mythology professor with a simple question: "where's the heroine's journey?" His answer, that she'd have to write it, led her on a decades-long journey to re-frame the myth. Along the way, Chris and Gina dig into...
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Books That Changed My Life: Laura Marano & Outliers by Malcom Gladwell
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In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by actress and singer Laura Marano to discuss Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. Laura opens up about growing up in LA, how she accidentally landed an agent at age 5 by tagging along to her sister's audition, and why rereading Outliers hit different while she was deciding to leave her record label and go independent. From the 10,000 hour rule to the Matthew Effect, Laura unpacks why the book reframed success for her during the height of her Disney Channel years, and how it still shapes the way she thinks about talent,...
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Books That Changed My Live: Charlie Cox & The Razor's Edge
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In this special New York episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris Collins is joined by Daredevil star Charlie Cox. At 23, fresh off a lead role in a major studio film, Charlie found himself back in London, broke and anxious, riding the bus to theatre rehearsals. That's when his father gave him the book that changed everything: The Razor's Edge by Somerset Maugham. Charlie was captivated by Larry's journey; it felt like permission to live an unconventional life. Chris and Charlie talk dyslexia, boarding school, travel, enlightenment, the artist's life, and more. Charlie previews the...
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Joey Graceffa on "The Subtle Knife" || Books That Changed My Life
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Win a FREE, SIGNED copy of Joey's latest book, The Twelve! Click here: In this episode of Books that Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by YouTube star and author Joey Graceffa. Joey opens up about his childhood, his parents, using fantasy as an escape, his aversion to reading, and his eventual transformation into published author. He points to The Subtle Knife by Philip Pullman as the story that inspired his evolution. Joey discusses his latest book, The Twelve, a young adult fantasy about witches who draw their magical powers from their zodiac signs....
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Susan Lucci on "Find Your Glow, Feed Your Soul" || Books That Changed My Life
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To claim your copy of La Lucci, like, comment, subscribe, and then click here: In this special New York episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by legendary actress Susan Lucci. Susan opens up about the tremendous difficulty of losing her husband, Helmut, after 52 years of marriage and the book that helped her heal: Find Your Glow, Feed Your Soul by Emily Silva. In the course of their heartfelt conversation, Chris and Susan talk authenticity, gratitude, daily rituals, careers, Emily Silva's catalog, and more. Susan shares poignant stories about her time...
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Thomas Doherty on "Down and Out in Paris and London" || Books That Changed My Life
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In this special episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris “Bulldog” Collins is joined by actor and star of Hulu’s Paradise, Thomas Doherty. While the show is typically taped in the Syndicate X Library in downtown Los Angeles, this special episode was shot in the House of the Redeemer Library in the heart of Manhattan – the first time Books That Changed My Life has been on the road. In the course of their conversation, Thomas and Chris talk hospitality, poverty, charity, transatlantic differences, spirituality, and the Book That Changed Thomas’s life: Down and Out in Paris and...
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Sarah Shahi on "A Curious Mind" || Books That Changed My Life
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In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris “Bulldog” Collins is joined by author and star of Hulu’s Paradise, Sarah Shahi. Sarah and Chris talk authenticity, vulnerability, writing, and the Book That Changed Her Life: A Curious Mind by Brian Grazer. Sarah explores how curiosity can transform careers, relationships, and more. Put simply, “To be interesting, be interested.” Get yourself a copy of Sarah’s new book, Life is Lifey, here: . #books #library #bookrecs #bookreport #interview #podcast #chrisbulldogcollins #booksthatchangedmylife 🚨 Grab the coolest...
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Jay Mewes on "Deadshot: Beginnings" || Books That Changed My Life
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Jay Mewes — actor, comedian, and one half of the iconic Jay & Silent Bob — sits down with Chris Collins to talk about the book that changed his life: Deadshot Beginnings by Kim Yale and John Ostrander. At 12, Jay unknowingly delivered drugs to an undercover cop. He bounced between his grandma, strangers, and an aunt — rarely the same house two years in a row. Comics weren't just entertainment. They were survival. In this episode, Jay opens up about things he's never said publicly — including finding out who his father was at 51. In this episode: How Jay accidentally sold drugs to...
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Rob Riggle's #1 Book Of All-Time
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Rob Riggle — actor, comedian, and former Marine — sits down with Chris Collins to talk about the book that changed his life: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. What does a Marine, SNL cast member, and 9/11 first responder have in common with a 1936 self-help classic? More than you'd think. In this conversation, Rob breaks down why this isn't a sales book — it's a manual for being human. From his days sweating through flight school in Pensacola to working the rubble piles at Ground Zero, the lessons inside this book showed up everywhere. In this episode: - Why...
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Adam Conover's Number #1 Book of All Time
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In this fascinating conversation, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins sits down with comedian, writer, and actor Adam Conover to discuss the book that changed his life: The Power Broker by Robert Caro. Often considered one of the greatest works of nonfiction ever written, the book tells the story of Robert Moses and the enormous influence he had on shaping New York City. Adam shares why this remarkable biography changed the way he understands power, influence, and the systems that quietly shape the world around us. Subscribe for more conversations about the books that changed remarkable lives....
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Sign up for our mailing list, subscribe to the channel, and leave a like and comment on this video to be eligible. The first 50 entrants will receive their copy! In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by Lisa Rinna to discuss the book that changed everything: The Power of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale. In the course of the conversation, Chris and Lisa cover her childhood, living in Medford, her introduction to the entertainment world, and more. Lisa shares how The Power of Positive Thinking transformed her mindset, propelling her to the heights of Hollywood fame.