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Tony and Grammy-nominated powerhouse Deborah Cox is returning to The Amanda Exclusivo for an unforgettable conversation about her acclaimed Broadway run in Titaníque. Deborah opens up about stepping into the role of the Unsinkable Molly Brown, embracing her comedic side, performing the iconic "All By Myself" eight shows a week, and what it means to receive a Tony Award nomination.

She also reflects on the lasting impact of classics like "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" and "We Can't Be Friends," seeing a new generation discover her music through social media, a...

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"Love Is Blind" Season 10's Mike Gibney is here today on the exclusivo! Mike opens up about his experience in the pods, what viewers didn't get to see, life after the show, and the lessons he learned from one of Netflix's biggest reality dating experiments. Plus, he takes on my signature "Speed Round" with fun questions you won't want to miss. 

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Today on the exclusivo, I am sitting down with award-winning filmmaker, actress, writer, choreographer, and editor Breton Tyner-Bryan.

Breton discusses her feature directorial debut, "Rhythm or Smooth", a new independent film set in the competitive world of ballroom dance. She shares the inspiration behind the project, the challenges of writing, directing, and acting in the film, and how themes of ambition, class, and identity drive the story.

The conversation also dives into Breton's impressive career both in front of and behind the camera, including her work on "The Penguin", "...

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Singer-songwriter and former The Voice contestant Paul Pfau is here today on the exclusivo! 

Paul reflects on his journey from competing on Season 8 of NBC's The Voice and working with coach Pharrell Williams to building his career as an independent artist. We discuss his songwriting process, musical influences, favorite songs he's released, life on the road, and what's next for his music career.

Plus, Paul takes on my signature "Speed Round", where we talk dream collaborations, favorite artists, go-to karaoke songs, and much more!

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Chris Turner is on The Exclusivo today! Known for his incredible freestyle rap skills and quick-witted comedy on America's Got Talent, Chris Turner is here to talk about his unique career, performing around the world, and how he turns audience suggestions into hilarious improvised rap performances on the spot.

Chris also shares stories from the comedy circuit, discusses the art of improvisation, and reveals what inspires his one-of-a-kind act. Can he play the "Speed Round" game as fast as he can rap? Find out here!

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Bachelor Nation favorite Rodney Mathews is here today on the exclusivo!
Rodney opens up about his unforgettable journey on The Bachelorette and Bachelor in Paradise, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, memorable moments from the beach, and what life has been like since reality TV. From fan-favorite friendships to lessons learned about love, Rodney reflects on the experiences that made him one of the most beloved members of Bachelor Nation.

Plus, I'm putting Rodney in the hot seat with a fun speed round and learning all about his wife Ari.

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Kevin Fernandez, AKA KFern, from Netflix’s "The Circle," is here on the exclusivo today! Kevin opens up about his experience navigating alliances, strategy, ratings, and becoming an Influencer on one of reality TV’s biggest social experiments. He shares behind-the-scenes moments from the show, talks about his dynamic with Gianna, fan reactions, and what life has been like since The Circle. Don’t miss this fun and honest conversation with one of the season’s standout personalities! Also, he's really here just to beat everyone in the "Speed Round" game LOL. 

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Emmy-nominated actress and comedian Kym Whitley is here today on the exclusivo! Kym talks about returning to her roots in Cleveland, Ohio, for a series of unforgettable live comedy shows this weekend and reflects on her incredible career in comedy and acting.

From fan-favorite roles in "Curb Your Enthusiasm", "The Parkers", "The Wayans Bros", and "Happy Gilmore 2", to stand-up comedy and everything in between, Kym brings the laughs, honesty, and unforgettable stories in this exclusive interview. And in case you can't tell, she loves a good Roman burger.

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Hobart is here on the exclusivo! The multi-talented artist joins the show to talk all about his upcoming comedy film "I Am Ryan," where he stars, writes, composes, and produces the project inspired by his real-life resemblance to Ryan Reynolds. Hobart opens up about working as Ryan Reynolds’ body double on films like "Free Guy" and "The Hitman’s Bodyguard," his journey from Warped Tour to Hollywood, composing music for major video games, traveling to all seven continents, and so much more.

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Constantine Maroulis is here on exclusivo! He's best known for his breakout run as a Top 6 finalist on American Idol Season 4 and his Tony-nominated performance as Drew in Rock of Ages. Constantine has built an unforgettable career spanning rock, Broadway, and beyond. Now, he’s taking on a new chapter with his latest film, Original Sound, and he’s here to talk music, acting, career highs, and what’s next.

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The Scarlotta twins are here on The Amanda Exclusivo! After making a major impression on The Circle as “Gianna,” JoJo and Nicky Scarlotta are spilling behind-the-scenes secrets, twin dynamics, strategy, and what it was really like navigating one of reality TV’s most unpredictable social experiments. From game moves to brotherhood and life after the show, nothing is off-limits.

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Reality TV’s favorite insider is in the hot seat! Zachary Reality joins exclusivo to spill on the biggest headlines in pop culture, behind-the-scenes tea from your favorite shows, and what it’s really like building one of the fastest-growing voices in the reality TV world. From Bravo to Bachelor Nation and everything in between, nothing is off-limits. 

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Disney Channel icon Phill Lewis joins The Amanda Exclusivo! Best known as the iconic Mr. Moseby from "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody", Phill is taking us through his incredible Hollywood journey — from beloved on-screen moments to his success behind the camera as a director. Plus, he reflects on his time appearing on "Scrubs" and what it was like stepping into that fan-favorite world.

He’s opening up about behind-the-scenes stories, career highlights, and sharing what fans might be surprised to learn about him today. If you grew up watching the Tipt...

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Former Bachelorette Desiree Siegfried is here on the exclusivo, and we’re catching up on everything since her unforgettable journey on "The Bachelorette". From finding lasting love to life as a wife and mom, she’s opening up about where she is now, what fans don’t see behind the scenes, and all the moments that shaped her story.

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Kai Stone is here today on the exclusivo! The Temptation Island star opens up about his experience on the hit Netflix series, what surprised him most about filming, and what life has been like since the show. Plus, Kai gets candid about relationships, reality TV, and takes on a fun speed round you do not want to miss.

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It’s miracle season on The Amanda Exclusivo! You know him, you love him—straight from Rachel Lindsay’s season of The Bachelorette—Eric Bigger is officially in the hot seat. He’s opening up about his journey on the show, what life looks like for him now, and what’s next—including setting sail this fall for Bachelor Nation at Sea. And yes… we had to get into it: Taylor Frankie Paul, aka the hottest topic in Bachelor Nation right now. 👀 

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Albania’s Got Talent Season 2 winner Nikolas Bushi stops by The Exclusivo — and he brought his hilarious sidekick Chris along!  Nikolas shares how he fell in love with ventriloquism, the journey to winning Albania’s Got Talent, and what it’s really like performing with a puppet who definitely has opinions.

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The hilarious, razor-sharp, and refreshingly real Jason Stuart is stopping by The Exclusivo today — and he’s bringing the heat! Jason joins us to dive into his powerful new indie film "Redlining", a true passion project that he directed, produced, co-wrote, and stars in. We talk about what it means to take full creative control and tell a story that’s deeply personal and unapologetically bold. Of course, you’ve also seen him lighting up your screen in hits like "The Closer" and "My Wife & Kids" — and beyond the acting, he’s been a trailblazi...

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For my Season 3 premiere, I’m joined by everyone’s favorite coach, Bart Johnson, for a high-energy deep dive into all things High School Musical! We look back on 20 years of the iconic franchise, talk about how he stays connected with fans, and yes — we had to put him through our signature speed round 🔥

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You know him. You love him. Nathan Kress from the iconic Nickelodeon series "iCarly" joins me this week on Amanda Exclusivo. Nathan opens up about his new holiday film, "A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas," including what it was like stepping into the voice of the legendary Chuck E. Cheese. And yes—we couldn’t help but dive into all things "iCarly", with some very exciting hints about a possible movie 👀

"A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas" is available now on YouTube and Amazon Prime.

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World-renowned illusionist Rob Lake is on the exclusivo today. Rob, one of the most celebrated magicians in the world, joins me to talk jaw-dropping illusions, his most recent run on Broadway with the Muppets, and more. Also, we both bonded over our love for the Muppets and Disney. 

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Cynthia Quiles from the hit ABC series "Shifting Gears" is here today on the exclusivo. Cynthia and I talk about her time on "Dynasty", "Law and Order", and other shows. Plus, she shares what it's like working with acting legends Tim Allen and Kat Dennings. And yes, of course, we play the "Speed Round". Listen to find out what her score was.

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Former bachelor and my friend, Clayton Echard, is here this week on the exclusivo. Clayton is here to talk about his time on the Netflix series "Perfect Match" and the latest on his dance moves. More importantly, did he improve on the "Speed Round" this time? Listen here to find out. 

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From Pride Rock at Minskoff Theatre, Pearl Khwezi — who brings Nala to life in Broadway’s "The Lion King" — joins me to talk all things Nala, Broadway, and beyond. Pearl and I also bonded over our love for puzzles (puzzle lovers will understand where we're coming from). Yes, of course, I made Pearl play "The Speed Round". 

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Disney LEGEND Bill Farmer — the iconic voice behind Goofy, Pluto, and so many beloved characters — joins me today on The Exclusivo! We’re not only getting into the Halloween spirit, but also celebrating the 30th anniversary of "A Goofy Movie"! Bill opened up about his incredible journey as Goofy, shared some fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, and reflected on what the character truly means to him.

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Singer-songwriter Elle Winter joins the Exclusivo this week to chat about her new single "Never Even Met Her" and her upcoming EP. Elle was first introduced to the world as a teen on Radio Disney's Next Big Thing, and now she's off to bigger and better things. Plus, learn more about Elle's pet peeve in my "Speed Round" game. 

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My guest today is a true Hollywood treasure hunter — a producer, filmmaker, and the mastermind behind uncovering some of the most iconic movie props in history. You’ve seen his work on Disney+’s "Prop Culture", where he takes fans behind the scenes to rediscover legendary pieces from films like "Mary Poppins", "The Nightmare Before Christmas", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit", and "Tron". Dan is here to tell me all about his YouTube series "Cinema Relics Investigates" and what fans can expect.

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President of Art Hearts Fashion, Founder and creative director of Mister Triple X, Erik Rosete is here on the exclusivo today. Erik Rosete is here to spill the tea on New York Fashion Week and talk about his upcoming show in Shanghai this November. 

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Fitness guru, Rocky Russo from TLC's "90 Day Fiance: Hunt for Love" is here today on the exclusivo. Rocky is here to talk about his time in Tulum filming "Hunt for Love" and so much more. 

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It's "Just Another Day" on the Amanda Exclusivo this week as singer-songwriter Jon Secada is in the hot seat today. He's here to talk about his new album "Fascination" and his other iconic hits. Yes, I made him sing for me. 

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Singer Mae Stephens is coming to the exclusivo all the way from the UK! Mae is here to talk about her new single "Tiny Voice" and so much more. Plus, she might have a new song in the works. Yes, of course, Mae played the "Speed Round," and let's say it led to us possibly doing a cheese tasting and smelling segment together in the near future. 

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The fierce, fun, and fabulous Chris Sapphire from the hit Netflix series, "The Circle," is making his third appearance this week on the exclusivo. Chris is here to talk about his show, "The Chris Sapphire Show," and, of course, to catch up. He's always a blast when he's here, and you never know what he's going to say! 

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You know him and you love him from "America's Got Talent", season two winner Terry Fator is here this week on the exclusivo with his friend Winston the Impersonating Turtle! Terry is here to talk about his residency in Las Vegas and reflect on 20 years of "America's Got Talent." Winston is also here to talk about Terry's puppet friends and, of course, play my "Speed Round Game"! 

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You know him and you love him from "High School Musical: The Musical: The Series", my friend Frankie Rodriguez is returning to the exclusivo! Frankie is here to talk about his new show "Chad Powers" on Hulu, his nail polish line, and more. 

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Stephani Sosa from "Dancing with the Stars" is here today on the exclusivo to talk all about her dance journey, behind-the-scenes dirt, and so much more. Doesn't she need to be a pro next season? I vote yes. 

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You know her and love her from "The Masked Singer"; my friend Jenny McCarthy is here today on the Amanda Exclusivo! Jenny is here to talk about her makeup line "Formless Beauty" and give us some inside scoop on "The Masked Singer" competition and her fellow judges. Boy, did I miss her!

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Fiddle player Lily Honigberg is here making her exclusivo debut. Lily is here to tell us what it was like working with artists such as FINNEAS, Shaboozey, and Dasha. I couldn't let her leave without giving us a little fiddle session. 

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This week, it's the "Amanda Show" to say the least, as American Idol contestant Amanda Barise joins me on the exclusivo today. Amanda is here to talk about her time on "American Idol" and her new EP "Cute & Deadly," which is out now! 

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In honor of the "Bachelor in Paradise" premiere, one of my favorite paradise couples, Mari Peppin and Kenny Braasch, are here to chat on the exclusivo today. Mari and Kenny are here to talk about how married life has been, their time in paradise, and oh, how they had three weddings! 

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You know him and love him from "Psych" and "The West Wing"; Dulé Hill is making his return on the exclusivo this week. Dulé is here to talk about his time as legendary jazz artist Nat King Cole in the "Lights Out: Nat 'King' Cole" at the New York Theatre Workshop and more. 

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