The Stage Door Show

The Stage Door Show

At the Stage Door Show, we celebrate the Independent Artist. All forms of Art are supported on our show. Listen as host, Dave Hondel speaks with Celebrities and Indie Artists as we discover the passion and hard work that goes into their craft! At The Stage Door Show, we embrace a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome! #podcast #interviews #hollywood #independentartists #indie #fyp #popularpodcast #thestagedoorshow #davehondel #celebrities #actor #actorlife #musician #music #artist #arts #stage #television # movies #singer #broadway #performer #documentary #humaninterest

Episodes

September 28, 2025 23 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with emerging indie artist, Kristen Taylor. Based out of the music rich city of Austin, TX, this singer/songwriter has not waited for anyone to start her career. She has been learning the craft and excelling at making great music and is just getting started!

Be sure to follow her career by checking out her social media and music streaming platforms, which she mentions in the interview. Thank you for supporting ...

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Dave Hondel sits down with long time Hollywood filmmakers and actors, Richard Gabai and Robert Carradine. We discuss their long and successful careers in the entertainment business and some amazing stories from the archives of their time in Hollywood. We also talk about their new podcast called "The Party Nerds Pop-Cast" where they have famous guests on the show talking about their many iconic projects over the years. This is a mus...

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September 25, 2025 27 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with singer / songwriter out of Germany, Pia Baris. Pia discusses her new musical project and her process of supporting her music with music videos. We also her recent television appearance. This was a great chat with a rising star!

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September 20, 2025 37 mins

Long time country artist, Robby Johnson returns to chat with Dave Hondel about his new release of the single "You Pick the Flowers". From his numerous national television appearances and major publication articles, Robby has been entertaining audiences for years and continues to put out amazing music on a regular basis. We're thrilled to have him back again and discuss not only his success, but the evolution of the mu...

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September 15, 2025 49 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with independent artist, The Ajjancy. We discuss his new album and being an indie artist in today's music climate. We also cover the importance of being your own business person when working on a project and using professional musicians to bring your vision to life.

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We speak to the creators of the new film, DEVIANT. Writer, Producer, Director, Chai Leng Ta and Writer, Producer, Ryan Underwood. Their new psychological thriller has been getting buzz on the film festival circuit and has it's next showing at the famous TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood Wednesday, September 10th at the Silicon Beach Film Festival. This film premieres at 9:30pm and for tickets, go to siliconbeachfilmfestival.com/...

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Dave Hondel sits down with Folk Singer / Songwriter, Rogan Mei. Based out of Barrie, Ontario, Rogan has been performing in and around the Toronto area with his band for a long time and growing his audience along the way. We had a great chat with Rogan, who uses his experience living in Canada and being in the terrain fighting fires as inspiration for writing his music. Check out this talented artist!

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September 6, 2025 28 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with "The Voice" finalist and multi-award winning singer/songwriter, Cali Tucker. We discuss Cali's new single and music video "Last Name", which is already gaining critical acclaim. From growing up around a famous family of singers, with her mother, LaCosta and her aunt Tanya, she got a first hand look at how hard the music business is and what it takes to succeed. She has forged her o...

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August 27, 2025 21 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with rising country star, Billie Jo Jones. Billie Jo can be seen on the upcoming CBS/Paramount+ series, "The Road" from producers, Taylor Sheridan and Blake Shelton. There is also a new single entitled "Why You Gotta Be So Cowboy", which is a dance remix to a previously released single by the same name.

The sky is the limit for Billie Jo and we're very excited for her! Check out this epi...

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Dave Hondel sits down with Spin Doctors lead singer, Chris Barron. With hits like Two Princes, Little Miss Can't Be Wrong and Jimmy Olsen's Blues, Spin Doctors have cemented their place in music for the past few decades. Chris discusses the writing of the hits, what led to the band's longevity and how hard work and doing whatever it takes to succeed was their recipe for success.

Chris and Spin Doctors are currently on a ...

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Dave Hondel sits down with long time music executive, Jesse Flores. Jesse is the Vice President of Artist & Label Partnerships at Intercept Music, where he helps independent artists get distribution and development on their projects. Intercept provides a service that is a valuable asset to any artist. Jesse speaks about how he can help and how to contact him for your next project!

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Dave Hondel has a in-depth conversation with Sean Martin about his music career, his new project with The Quarantined entitled "Aversion to Normalcy" and his advocacy for veterans and their families suffering with PTSD.

If you or someone you know suffers from bullying, PTSD or mental health struggles, go to free2luv.org to reach out and get help.

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Dave Hondel sits down with Los Angeles based actor, writer & producer, Kamden. Kamden discusses her training process and the journey of being an independent artist in LA. She also covers her new stage show premiering soon in LA entitled "Real People - Live Comedy Show", which she wrote, produced and will act in the upcoming production. Great conversation about the reality of the business!

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July 13, 2025 17 mins

Singer/Songwriter, Sophia Marie makes her first appearance on the show. Dave and Sophia discuss her new song "That Girl" now available on all platforms. We also cover her journey as an independent artist and the importance of a good support system. Sophia also talks about an upcoming great opportunity in Nashville she hopes to be communicating to fans in the near future!

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Dave Hondel sits down with Christopher Wyze. Blues artist and frontman of Christopher Wyze & the Tellers. Wyze's music and stage presence has garnered him recent worldwide accolades, including extensive airplay, awards and adoring audiences in the US and abroad. The new projects, include Live in Clarksdale and Stuck in the Mud, which is discussed in this must-listen episode!

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Memphis Rap Artist, J2 returns to the show to talk about his new single "Only Win" and to catch up on his emerging career!

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June 30, 2025 22 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with emerging indie singer/songwriter out of Burlington, Ontario, Abbey Anderson. Abbey just released her new single "Butterflies" on the heels of her previous single "Dear Ex Lover". Both were produced by renowned music producer, Roy Hamilton III. We discuss her music, her goals and how she navigates her singing career.

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June 20, 2025 22 mins

Dave Hondel sits down with singer/songwriter, Jen Ash. Born in Lebanon and raised in France, Jen is now based in Los Angeles and making big waves on the music scene. Her vocals are powerful and her sound brings a global vibe to every single. Her videos are well produced and she continues to grow her fan base each and every day. Listen in to her journey from professional basketball player to a top notch singer/songwriter!

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Benjamin Pajak makes his second appearance on the show to talk about his new movie, The Life of Chuck. He stars alongside Mark Hamill, Tom Hiddleston and Kate Siegel among other amazing actors. The Stephen King story was adapted and brilliantly directed by Mike Flanagan. The movie has received rave reviews and took home the audience top prize at the Toronto Film Festival.

Benjamin also starred in The Music Man on Broadway alongside...

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June 4, 2025 22 mins

Canadian based singer, Nick Derusha visits The Stage Door Show to discuss his new single Deja Vu and working with acclaimed producer, Roy Hamilton III. Be sure to check out the single now out on all streaming platforms!

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