Balls On The Table

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Some people play with the balls. Some people control the game. And then there are those who make you question whether you ever saw what you think you did.

On this episode of BOTT, we’re joined by an illusionist and mentalist whose performances blur the line between skill, psychology, and the impossible.

Riccardo Berdini has a remarkable ability to take something familiar and make it completely myste...

Therapist and relationship coach Kristina Ferrari joins Balls on the Table for a raw conversation about the hidden patterns that shape how we love, connect, and protect ourselves.

Kristina shares her own heartfelt story of marriage & divorce, abuse and the ways she learned to survive without even realizing she was doing it, and the moment she began to see that a life that looked successful on the outside could still feel deeply ...

Frank Grillo has built a career playing tough guys—but how much of that fire do you actually need to get through life?

In this episode at the Table, Frank gets into his career, being a father to young men, reinventing himself, getting older, and knowing when to stand your ground—and when to walk away.

We talk about discipline, relationships, success & failure, and the responsibility of giving boys the tools to stand u...

Some people cut through the noise to reinvent themselves. Jonica Blu Booth decided to turn the volume all the way up.

She first caught your attention as a reality star, but these days, she’s trading reality TV drama for TV and Film starring roles - and if you think you already know Jonica from what you’ve seen on screen, this conversation might make you think again. Nothing is off the table for Jonica in our talk. Sh...

Kicking off Season 3 is one of stand-up comedy’s most recognizable voices. Jeff Dye has spent years making people laugh by saying the things most people are thinking but are too afraid to say out loud. He pushes those thoughts so far that somewhere between the laugh and the discomfort, you start thinking about not just what’s hilarious, but what actually matters.

On this episode of BALLS, this super talented storytel...

Taylor Hart is back at the table, so cue the laughs and madness. It’s always a pleasure catching up with our favorite recurring guest, and this conversation feels like the perfect continuation of where we left off last time.

We dive into almost all of the different healing modalities; from ayahuasca to Bufo, Kambo and even Iboga, and what each is and does with regards to healing. Taylor also shares more details about his m...

Lauren Abraham understands what it's like to lose what defines you—and to then build something even stronger in its place.A former professional snowboarder whose career was cut short by catastrophic injuries, Lauren endured years of surgeries, time in a wheelchair, addiction, a stint in jail, and the long road back. Instead of chasing the life she lost, she created an entirely new one.Today she's an internationally recognized...

Professional drummer and music director Brendan Buckley has spent years touring the world with some of music's biggest artists, from Shakira to Morrissey to Damien Rice to more - but this conversation goes beyond what happens on stage. We talk about what constant travel teaches you about people, perspective, and always being prepared. Brendan shares why consistency—not flashes of brilliance—is what builds a meaningful c...

What's a realistic pace, when you refuse to quit?

Racecar driver, Mercedes AMG ambassador and brand builder and F1 Designer James Kirkham joins us for one of the most raw and revealing conversations this season. James talks about the loss of his father and the real drive to avenge his death... How racing became a passion and obsession... We explore the fine line between resilience and self-destruction, and whether there comes a p...

This week on Balls we’re joined by the hilarious Matt Felker —pop culture expert, producer of Baywatch: Moment in the Sun, and one of the funniest storytellers you’ll ever come across. From talking about personal addiction and taking too much testosterone, to real reflection on death, we dive into everything on this episode:  From Matt’s early career as a model, and his work in the entertainment industr...

What’s it really like being a teenage girl today?In this episode of BALLS ON THE TABLE, three teenagers showed up and gave us an honest, unfiltered look at growing up in a world shaped by cell phones, social media, constant connectivity and nonstop pressure. We get a real glimpse into life through the eyes of the next gen as they discuss the gap between what people post online and what they're actually experiencing.From ...

Reza Jackson comes to the table for a conversation that goes far beyond what viewers see on reality TV.

Known to Bravo fans as the charming, outspoken "retired playboy" from The Valley: Persian Style, Reza gets candid about the relationships that have shaped him—from his wild dating stories and views on commitment, why open relationships don’t seem to stay open, and what he wants in deeper connection.

We dive into the rol...

For the first time in Balls on the Table, Evan and Tony welcome a female guest—and it's a conversation worth the wait.This week, we sit down with Cat Pierce, singer-songwriter, artist, and one half of the acclaimed duo The Pierces.Cat's journey through the music industry is anything but typical. Before achieving international success she navigated the highs, lows, and uncertainty of the business, signing an incredible five re...

This week on Balls On The Table, we’re joined by top comedic talent Ben Gleib—one of the sharpest, quickest minds in comedy. From hosting the Emmy-nominated game show Idiotest to his stand-up special The Mad King, Ben has built a career blending fearless humor w/ real-world insight.

Now, he’s stepping into late night with his brand new show Good Night with Ben Gleib—a fresh, unfiltered take on the late night ...

Stephen Bishop slides up to the table for a powerful conversation about perseverance, discipline, and staying true to who you are through every stage of life.

Stephen shares his journey from professional baseball to a successful acting career, opening up about overcoming rejection, staying mentally tough, and always being prepared when opportunities arise. From the pressures of competing at the highest level of sports to co-starring...

Tommy Vietor has spent years in some of the loudest rooms in the world — from the White House to one of the biggest podcasts in America. But this conversation isn’t about headlines or politics. It’s about what happens when life doesn’t follow the plan, and how those detours slowly reshape who you become.From Kenyon College to the campaign trail, and eventually into the ears of millions as one of the defining...

Episode Description:

At the table this week, Bradley Hicks—former Navy SEAL Task Force leader, investor, and entrepreneur—opens up about the personal battles that followed his years in service. Bradley reflects on the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life, while finding deep meaning in raising his son, building companies, and navigating co-parenting with intention and presence.

He shares how he’s ste...

Gregory Siff pulls up to the table to talk New York roots, his love for the 1986 Mets, the lasting impact of his father, and the strength of the women around him—how it all shapes his life and his work. At the center of it all is Gregory’s mission to leave something meaningful, built on purpose, perspective, and intention—just like his latest show, Gasoline + New Ice Cream.

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Photographer, model and founder of The Innocent People Project Jeff Forney takes us through one of our best interviews yet... Feeling like you belong isn’t automatic as we find out with Jeff who tells us about growing up adopted and how silence shaped his early life. We get into why telling the truth matters—and how once you’ve found your voice, you have to use it. From the Bay area to the runways of Milan and Pa...