The Patrick LabyorSheaux with Patrick Labyorteaux
Fun and lively interviews of celebrities and Hollywood insiders hosted by Patrick Labyorteaux
Barbara Crampton - Scream Queen to Producer
You know her from the films Body Double, Re-Animator, From Beyond, Puppet Master, Castle Freak, and Jacob's Wife and TV shows Days of Our Lives, The Young and the Restless, Guiding Light, and The Bold and The Beautiful. I know her as a co-star in a film called Prince of Bel-Air. Please welcome my buddy Barbara Crampton.Â
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Barbara’s Links:
Instagram:
@BarbaraCrampton
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Ira Heiden - From Freddy Krueger to Elvira
You know him as the Wizard Master from “Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors” and Bo from “Elvira: Mistress of the Dark.” I know him as the guy next to me at the conventions where all the pretty girls go to his table - Please welcome my buddy Ira Heiden.Â
Patrick's links are all here:
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Ira’s Links:
@thereeliraheiden
Website
https://iraheiden.com/
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Best Of: Little House Castravaganza
It’s a Little House On The Prairie Castravaganza! Join Alison Arngrim (Nellie Oleson), Dean Butler (Almanzo Wilder), Pamela Roylance (Sarah Carter), Jennifer Donati (Baby Rose Wilder) and Tracy and Victor French (Victor French’s children) for a once in a lifetime podcast event! Patrick (Andy Garvey) talks with his friends and fellow cast mates.
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Best of: Keith Coogan - Dishes Are DONE Man!
Star of “Adventures In Babysitting” and “Don’t Tell Mom The Babysitters Are Dead,” Keith Coogan talks with Patrick about his life as a child actor and the tips he received from his famous grandfather, Jackie Coogan! Also, which “Little House On The Prairie” star did Keith date for 1 week?!
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Best Of: Diane Franklin - Virgin To Scream Queen
“The Last American Virgin,” “Better Off Dead,” and “Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure” are classic flix starring the 80s “It” girl, Diane Franklin! Diane talks with Patrick about Keanu Reeves, working with Patrick, and, of course, her iconic hair!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Diane’s links:
Diane’s Homepage
https://www.dianefranklin.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/actressdianefranklin/
Twitter/X:
https://x.com/DianeFranklin80
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/diane.franklin.566
Buy Diane’s books:
https://a...
Chuck Carrington - From Petty Officer Tiner on JAG to Screenwriter
You know him as Petty Officer Tiner, who worked for Admiral Chegwidden on the hit show JAG and the writer and star of the movie Cowboy Drifter. I know him as the dude who could always find his lens. Please welcome my buddy Chuck Carrington.
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Chuck’s Links:
@chuck_carrington
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Kathy Garver - Family Affair's "Cissy"
You know her as Cissy from “Family Affair,” and “The 10 Commandments” and over 100 other projects - I know her as my Comic-Con convention buddy and fellow cast member of Spider-Man the Animated Series. Please welcome Kathy Garver.Â
Kathy’s Links:
https://www.kathygarver.com/
Ever wonder what it’s really like working in Hollywood?
In this short story, Patrick Labyorteaux (Little House on the Prairie, JAG) shares a true behind-the-scenes moment from his life in the entertainment industry — the kind of story you only hear from someone who was actually there.
From audi...
Adrienne Barbeau - The Legend
You know her from the groundbreaking sitcom Maude, as a scream queen from The Fog, a sexy vixen from Cannonball Run, and as Catwoman from Batman the Animated Series And over a hundred and seventy more credits! I know her as someone who always replaced her weights at the gym. Please welcome the amazing Adrienne Barbeau.
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Sean Whalen - From Under The Stairs To Behind The Camera
You know him as Roach from The People Under the Stairs, Alan from Twister, Drew Barrymore's work buddy from Never Been Kissed, and many, many more. I know him as the creator of one of the weirdest horror movies I've ever seen. Please welcome the amazing Sean Whalen.Â
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Ike Eisenmann - From Witch Mountain to Author
Escape To Witch Mountain, Star Trek, and Gladiator all have one thing in common - Ike Eisenmann! Lifelong friends Ike and Patrick talk about everything from Ike being a Disney kid to him voicing Joaquin Phoenix in Gladiator!Â
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Ike’s Links:
His Book “You’ll Never Be A Star” on Amazon:
https://a.co/d/0aRGqysb
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100004080406266
Twitter/X.com
@Ike_Eisenmann
https://x.com/Ike...
BEST OF: Charlotte Stewart - From The Prairie to Twin Peaks
You know her as Ms. Beadle from Little House on the Prairie, but she is so much more! Charlotte talks with Patrick about working together on Little House on the Prairie, her career in Hollywood with legends like Gene Kelly, as well as her very spicy adventures in romance with many surprising partners, like Jim Morrison! If you thought you knew Ms. Beadle, you gotta listen to this episode!
Patrick's links are all here:
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BEST OF: Stephan Manley - From Kung Fu to Spock
He played Spock in “Star Trek II: The Search for Spock,” young Caine in “Kung Fu,” starred in “The Hindenburg” with George C. Scott and Anne Bancroft, played Raquel Welch’s son in “Kansas City Bomber,” and appeared in over 60 TV shows including “Streets of San Francisco,” “Emergency,” “Marcus Welby, M.D.,” and “Little House on the Prairie.” Stephen talks with Patrick about their lifelong friendship, Bob’s Big Boy, and Dario Argento! If you love film, this is your episode!
Patrick's links are all here:
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Samm Levine - from Geek to Basterd
With 130+ credits spanning Freaks & Geeks, Inglourious Basterds, and Wet Hot American Summer, Samm Levine has been everywhere — but it all started with a terrible William Shatner impression and a bar mitzvah gig in New Jersey.
Patrick sits down with his "mystery friend" Samm to trace the wildest origin story in Hollywood: kid comic on the North Jersey mitzvah circuit, youngest member ever inducted into the Friars Club, and the guy who landed Freaks & Geeks because Judd Apatow thought his Shatner impression would give Paul Feig a laugh.
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https://li...
Scott Lawrence - From JAG to Darth Vader
Actor Scott Lawrence joins host Patrick to catch up on a career that somehow spans the Star Wars universe, Avatar, multiple Star Trek films, X-Men, Quantum Leap, and a decade playing Commander Sturgis Turner on JAG — and he's got stories for all of it.
We're talking about the moment a freshman acting class changed everything, what it was like sitting next to James Earl Jones at a defendant's table for a week, why Whoopi Goldberg's sitcom had Jean Stapleton and still didn't work, and the $63,000 residual check that came in from a little movie called Avatar (though Sc...
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson — sons of Ricky Nelson, grandsons of Ozzie & Harriet — talk with Patrick about their new book “What Happened to Your Hair?” They cover growing up in the middle of music royalty without knowing it, paying off $4.5 million in debt at 18, how grunge ended their career overnight, the business realities of the music industry, and why they're still out there doing it 35 years later. Gunnar also talks about the fan letter he's kept in his safe for decades that explains everything about why they never quit.
Honest, funny, and worth your time.
Patrick's links ar...
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson — sons of Ricky Nelson, grandsons of Ozzie & Harriet — talk with Patrick about their new book “What Happened to Your Hair?” They cover growing up in the middle of music royalty without knowing it, paying off $4.5 million in debt at 18, how grunge ended their career overnight, the business realities of the music industry, and why they're still out there doing it 35 years later. Gunnar also talks about the fan letter he's kept in his safe for decades that explains everything about why they never quit.
Honest, funny, and worth your time.
Patrick's links ar...
BEST OF: Enrico Colantoni - From Just Shoot Me To Galaxy Quest
You know Enrico from his notable roles in 'Galaxy Quest', 'Just Shoot Me', and 'Hope and Gloria'. I know him as Rico from “Hope and Gloria,” the calmest guy on the craziest show! Rico talks with me about everything from creating Mathesar’s voice in “Galaxy Quest” to working with Steven Spielberg on “A.I.” and playing Kristen Bell’s Dad on “Veronica Mars.”
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteauxÂ
Enrico’s Links:
Tickets forÂ
FAULTÂ
Apr...
BEST OF: Judy Norton - From The Waltons!
You know her as Mary Ellen from “The Waltons.” As a “Prairie” boy, I know her as my mortal enemy from the mountains! Judy talks with Patrick about how she was cast on "The Waltons,” running a theater company for eight years and meeting Tom Cruise! Somebody wake up John-Boy, he’ll want to hear this one!Â
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https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteauxÂ
Judy’s Links:
Judy’s webpage:
https://judynorton.com
What is it REALL...
BEST OF: Todd Bridges - From Roots to Diff'rent Stokes
You know him as Willis Drummond from “Diff’rent Strokes,” “Roots,” and “Everybody Hates Chris.” I’ve known him since 1977 when we worked together on “A Circle of Children” and played endless games of cards. Todd talks about everything from “Diff’rent Strokes,”Janet and Michael Jackson, Prince, Henry Fonda, Sammy Davis Jr. to a story with Rick James you won’t believe!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteauxÂ
Todd’s Links
Twitch:
https://www.twitch.tv/toddbridges
BEST OF: Glenn Scarpelli - From One Day At A Time
“One Day At A Time” is only the beginning! Glenn talks with Patrick about working on Broadway with Anne Bancroft and Al Pacino. Being directed by Martin Scorsese and Peter Bogdanovich, and the very special gift he was given by the legendary Audrey Hepburn after playing her son! So many stories with so many stars, you won’t believe it!Â
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Glenn’s links:
https://www.facebook.com/glenn.scarpelli
https://ww...
BEST OF: Jill Whelan
You know her as Vicki Stubing on “The Love Boat,” and the sick little girl from “Airplane!” I know her as the actress who has worked with over 1,000 AMAZING guest stars from Ginger Rogers to Lillian Gish! Jill and Patrick talk about the amazing guest stars she worked with on “The Love Boat,” the episode they did together, and becoming a woman in front of the world on TV! (Jill talks more about that than Patrick.) So welcome aboard, we’ve been expecting you!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
What is it REA...
Noah Blake: Famous Dad, Teen Witch and Beyond
He may have a famous father - but you know Noah as a familiar face on your TV from such shows as My Sister Sam, 21 Jump Street, The Wonder Years, ER, JAG, and The Office, and, of course, the legendary rapper Rhett who performed "Top That" in Teen Witch. I know him as the dude who used to go with me to wait in line at the Hard Rock Cafe when we'd go clubbing. Please welcome my buddy Noah Blake!
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Patrick’s Links
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Noah’s Links
BEST OF: Dean Butler - From Little House to Buffy To Prairie Man
Patrick and Dean discus Dean's experience filming the iconic kiss scene with Melissa Gilbert on Little House on the Prairie. He recalls the excitement and nervousness surrounding the scene and the impact it had on the show. The conversation also touches on Dean's book, "Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond," and his career in show business.
Patrick's links are all here:
https://www.linktr.ee/patricklabyorteauxÂ
Dean's links:
"Prairie Man: My Little House Life and Beyond" book on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0806543299/?bestFormat=true&k=prairie%20man%20my%20l...
Pamela Roylance - From Slumber Party Massacre to Little House On The Prairie
You know her as Sarah Carter from Little House on The Prairie, I know her as one of the sweetest people in the world! Please welcome the one, the only Pamela Roylance!
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Patrick’s Links
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Working Actors School
Want to learn what it’s really like to work as an actor?
Patrick is the founder of Working Actors School, where actors learn practical, real-world techniques designed to help actors understand the industry—and book professional work.
http://WorkingActorsSchool.com
Daniel Waters (Heathers, Batman Returns) — The Stories You Haven’t Heard
You know him as the screenwriter who created Heathers, wrote the screenplays for Batman Returns, Demolition Man, Hudson Hawk, Ford Fairlane, and is one of Hollywood's best script doctors. I know him as the man who created my favorite character, my favorite film, and the number one favorite project I've ever been involved in. Please welcome my buddy Daniel Waters.Â
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Daniel’s Links:
Instagram:
@bitkinx17
X.comÂ
@troubledwatersx
What is it REALLY like for an a...
Darlene Vogel: "Back to the Future Part II," "Ski School," "Pacific Blue" Spike Says Drink Your Milk
You may know her as punk babe Spike in "Back to the Future Part II," Officer Chris Kelly on "Pacific Blue," or from her role on the long-running soap opera "One Life to Live." You might also remember her as the face of the iconic "Milk Does a Body Good" campaign. I know her as the sweet girl surrounded by a bunch of disgusting boys in "Ski School." Please welcome the beautiful, the lovely — Darlene Vogel.
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Darlene’s Instagram:
@darlenevogel
What is it R...
Tracie Savage: From Little House to Jason Voorhees to the O.J. Simpson Trial
You may know Tracie as Christy Kennedy from “Little House on the Prairie”, Debbie from “Friday the 13th: Part 3”, or as herself, the 2-time Emmy Award-winning reporter on the trial of the century. I know her as my agent’s daughter and my friend’s hot sister. Please welcome Tracie Savage! We talk about behind-the-scenes stories about her almost being Laura Ingalls, Jason Voorhees and her time covering major events like the OJ Simpson trial and the Heidi Fleiss trial!
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Tracie’s Links:
https://www.tr...
BEST OF: Chris Parnell
You know him from RICK AND MORTY, SNL, ARCHER, ANCHORMAN, and a thousand other credits. I know Chris from THE GROUNDLINGS and think he’s one of the funniest guys around. Chris and I talk about his hiatus from SNL, the origins of LAZY SUNDAY, and what he thinks about the shake-up at RICK AND MORTY! So, if you want to know what sketch almost broke Chris’ legendary straight face, check this show out!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteauxÂ
Chris’s Links
Instagram:
@mrchrisparnell
What is it REAL...
Cam Clarke
You know him as Leonardo and Rocksteady from the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”, Simba from “Timon and Pumba”, he’s played Snoopy and over 400 other titles. Not to mention he has been in your living room since the 1960s as a member of The King Family! Cam talks to Patrick about his career, the new book he’s written about his famous family, and of course what it’s like being a Ninja Turtle!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Cam’s Links
Cam’s website:
https://camclarke.com/
Now Th...
Mandy Ingber
You know Mandy as an actress from “Cheers”, “The Tortellis”, “Dirty Dancing”, and “Teen Witch”. She is also the author of the New York Times bestselling books, “Yogalosophy: 28 Days to the Ultimate Mind-Body Makeover” and “Yogalosophy for Inner Strength: 12 Weeks to Heal Your Heart and Embrace Joy.” Mandy talks with Patrick about being a child actor, working on Broadway, her friendship with Jennifer Aniston, and so much more - including the “Top That!” sequence from “Teen Witch.”
Patrick's links are all here:
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Mandy’s Links
Mandy’s Website:
https://mandyingber.com/
Donna Mills
You know Donna Mills as Abby Cunningham from “Knots Landing” and films like “Play Misty for Me” and “NOPE”. With countless television guest-star roles, you can call her a legend - just don’t call her Cookie! Donna talks with Patrick about her career, shooting on the Wizard of Oz stage, and, of all things, having a vineyard in her backyard!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Donna’s Links
Donna’s Website:
www.DonnaMills.com
Instagram:
@TheDonnaMills
Podcast on YouTube:
@WereKnotDoneYetPodcast
Donna’s Vine...
JAGUARY BONUS EP: David James Elliott
You know him from JAG as Lieutenant Commander Harmon Rabb Jr. I know him as the person I’ve worked with more than anyone else on this planet. David stops by, and we talk about everything - where David came from, why he’s an actor, and who “The Assassinators” are! He’s funny, a great actor, very good-looking, and really tall - yet, he was able to overcome all this and become a big success!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
David’s Instagram:
@djameselliott
What is it REALLY li...
Randy Vasquez
You know Randy as by the book Gunnery Sergeant Victor Galindez from JAG. But there is so much more - Acapulco H.E.A.T., Love Boat: The Next Wave and First Monday! Randy and Patrick talk about acting, JAG, Randy’s documentaries, and of course, Joan Severance!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Randy’s Links:
IG
https://www.instagram.com/randyvasquez3/
Documentary Film links:
Badger Creek
badgercreek.org
The Thick Dark Fog
 newday.com/films/the-thick-dark-fog
Testimony: The Ma...
JAGURAY BONUS EP: Steven Culp
You know him as Rex Van DeCamp from “Desperate Housewives,” Robert Kennedy from “Thirteen Days,” and Speaker Haffley from the “West Wing.” I know him as the guy at the craft service table on the set of “JAG.” Steven talks about acting on the stage, how Gates McFadden started his career, and working with Annette Bening, Mary Tyler Moore, and Kevin Costner!
Patrick's links are all here:
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Chas. Floyd Johnson
Multiple Emmy Award winner and legendary TV producer Chas. Floyd Johnson of MAGNUM PI, THE ROCKFORD FILES, QUANTUM LEAP, JAG, and NCIS talks with Patrick about how James Garner changed Hollywood, the REAL story about Tom Selleck and Indiana Jones, and of course, JAG and working with Donald P. Bellisario.
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting w...
JAGUARY BONUS EP: Sean Murray
It's JAGUARY, Baby!
You know him as Special Agent Timothy McGee from “NCIS” or Thackery Banks from “Hocus Pocus”. Sean Murray talks with Patrick about how he started acting, his friendship with Leonardo DiCaprio, meeting Mark Harmon and the secrets of NCIS!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Sean’s Links
Instagram:
@therealseanmurray
What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and ge...
Catherine Bell
You know Catherine Bell from “JAG”, “Army Wives”, and “The Good Witch.” Catherine talks with Patrick about acting, shooting while pregnant, a secret spin-off JAG, and of course, THAT episode of NCIS:LA.
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Catherine’s Links
https://www.instagram.com/therealcatherinebell/
What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want!
Check out the site fo...
JAGUARY BONUS EP: Karri Turner
In celebration of JAGUARY, here is a the very first episode of The Patrick LabyorSheaux with Patrick Labyorteaux!
Karri Turner is famous for playing Harriet Sims on JAG and Patrick's wife on the show. Karri and Patrick reminisce about their time at the Groundlings and living in Hollywood. They discuss their experiences performing together and the close-knit community they formed with their fellow comedians. Karri also shares her work with the USO, where she traveled to war zones to entertain the troops. They talk about the challenges and rewards of performing for the military.
What...
Mark Horowitz
Welcome to JAGUARY! Mark has produced and directed such shows as NCIS, JAG, DOGGIE HOWSER, M.D. and THE ROCKFORD FILES! Mark and Patrick talk about everything from James Garner’s professionalism, the NCIS cast and their time working on JAG!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
What is it REALLY like for an actor on a set? Learn from Patrick Labyorteaux, the founder of Working Actors School. The school is designed to be practical and fun, and get you the acting work you want!
Check out the site for...
BEST OF: Melissa Gilbert
You know her as Laura Ingalls from “Little House on the Prairie,” but Melissa Gilbert is so much more! Patrick and Melissa talk about growing up on the prairie, Michael Landon, acting, adoption, SAG and Melissa tells the most amazing Hollywood story you will ever hear!
Patrick's links are all here:
https://linktr.ee/patricklabyorteaux
Melissa’s Links:
Modern Prairie
https://www.modernprairie.com/
Instagram
@melissagilbertofficial
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