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THE WAYNE AYERS PODCAST

The Wayne Ayers Podcast is a globally charting pop culture show where Hollywood’s biggest names keep it real. From Zack Snyder and Daisy Ridley to Coco Jones and Joseph Morgan, Wayne delivers bold, unfiltered conversations that go beyond the headlines. Featured by CNN, Deadline, The Hollywood Report

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 35 min
Latest: 8 Oct 2026
Language: English

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8 Oct 2026 · 35 min

EP 143: Renee Harrison Talks Joining Netflix's A Different World, Learning From Debbie Allen and Jasmine Guy, and Carrying Hillman's Legacy to a New Generation

Hillman College is back in session, and Renee Harrison is part of the new class. On this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, the actress behind Candace in Netflix's A Different World sits down with Wayne to talk about stepping onto one of TV's most iconic campuses nearly 40 years after the original premiered. Renee opens up about landing the role and working alongside legends like Debbie Allen, Jasmine Guy, Kadeem Hardison and Jenifer Lewis. She talks about filming on real HBCU campuses in Atlanta, and looks back at playing Aqueelah on All American: Homecoming and her role in The Supremes at…

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S1 · E142 · 1 Oct 2026 · 37 min
EP 142: Emmie P Talks Anime, Cosplaying, How To Make Money on Twitch, Collabing With Hannah Jo & More
Cosplayer, Twitch Partner, and certified car girl Emmie Christina pulls up to The Wayne Ayers Podcast fresh off going viral at Anime NYC, and nothing is held back. Emmie breaks down what life has looked like since Anime Expo, how she picks the cosplays that keep blowing up, the one character she's afraid to take on, and the dream cosplay she still hasn't pulled off. She settles Marvel vs. DC, names the best and most overrated comic book movies ever, reveals her anime Mount Rushmore, and lets us in on her Halloween plans this year. Then we get into the streaming life: what people get wrong…
S1 · E141 · 24 Sep 2026 · 57 min
EP 141: Diamond White Talks New Music, Voicing Lunella Lafayette (Moon Girl), and Much More
Diamond White has been performing almost her entire life. She toured in The Color Purple at age 8, competed on The X Factor under Britney Spears's mentorship as a teenager, and went on to voice Marvel's Lunella Lafayette in Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur . Now the Detroit-born singer and actress is stepping into a new era with "Crash Out," the single she calls her first real rollout. In this episode, Diamond talks about: What "crashing out" means to her, and the story behind the song and its visualizer How her sound has evolved since her first project, Tomorrow , and what's next after "In the…
S1 · E140 · 21 May 2026 · 27 min
EP 140: Julia Doyle Spills On Sophia's Twisted Plan For The Entire Town In FROM Season 4
Julia Doyle sits down with Wayne Ayers to break down one of the most talked-about characters in FROM Season 4; Sophia, the entity formerly known as the Man in Yellow. From the chilling car crash scene to the psychological warfare with Sara and the water pitcher, Julia pulls back the curtain on what it took to bring this haunting character to life. She dives into Sophia's obsession with storytelling, her calculated manipulation of the townspeople, and what it's really like to play a centuries-old entity hiding behind the face of an innocent girl all while Victor's dad grieves the very…
S1 · E139 · 23 Apr 2026 · 23 min
EP 139: Erin Robinson Talks Apple TV’s Your Friends & Neighbors Season 2
Erin Robinson joins The Wayne Ayers Podcast to break down her role as Delilah in Your Friends & Neighbors on Apple TV+ and nothing is off limits.From navigating Delilah’s complicated family dynamics to working alongside heavyweights like Jon Hamm and James Marsden, Erin gets real about the emotional layers behind the character, the secrets driving the story, and the moments that shocked her most while reading the script.She also opens up about:• Building Delilah’s quiet strength in a world full of chaos• The father-daughter tension at the heart of the show• Behind-the-scenes moments with the…
S1 · E138 · 19 Mar 2026 · 44 min
EP 138: Abigaiil Morris Reveals How OnlyFans Led Her to Brazzers
In this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with adult film star, cosplayer, and digital creator Abigaiil Morris for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about her journey from working in data analysis to becoming one of the most recognizable performers in the adult entertainment industry.Abigaiil opens up about the moment she realized a traditional career path wasn’t for her and how launching an OnlyFans in 2019 changed the direction of her life. She reflects on the early days of creating independent content, the learning curve of moving into professional studio productions,…
S1 · E137 · 12 Mar 2026 · 11 min
EP 137: Charithra Chandran Talks Becoming Vivi in One Piece, Racist Backlash, and Teases Season 3
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Charithra Chandran is joined by host Wayne Ayers for an insightful, in-depth conversation about her experience stepping into the much-loved role of Vivi in Netflix's live-action One Piece series and her journey from enigmatic Miss Wednesday to heroic princess. Charithra opens up about her experience with Vivi's big reveal and whether this change allowed her to access a whole new world of emotional range and acting ability. Wayne talks about his own experience watching this change on screen and then asks Charithra about her own experience with her…
S1 · E136 · 10 Mar 2026 · 33 min
EP 136: Camrus Johnson Breaks Down Playing Mr. 5 in Netflix’s ONE PIECE Live-Action
In this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, actor Camrus Johnson joins the show for a deep dive into his role as Mr. 5 in Netflix’s ONE PIECE Live Action series. From landing the role to stepping into one of anime and manga’s most beloved worlds, Camrus opens up about the experience of bringing the explosive Baroque Works agent to life.We talk about the moment he found out he was cast, whether he was already a One Piece fan, and what it feels like stepping into a story that has been shaping pop culture for decades. Camrus also breaks down his approach to playing Mr. 5, a character whose…
S1 · E135 · 5 Mar 2026 · 16 min
EP 135: Cara Harris Opens Up About Playing Lady Gwin Ashford and the Dark Turn of the Ashford Tourney in HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
In this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with Cara Harris, the breakout star of HBO’s A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, to unpack her unforgettable turn as Lady Gwin Ashford and what it means to step into the ever-watchful world of Westeros.Cara takes listeners inside the moment she learned she had been cast in the highly anticipated series set in the universe created by George R. R. Martin, revealing whether she was already a fan of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon before landing the role that would change her career.The conversation dives deep into her first read of…
S1 · E134 · 5 Feb 2026 · 32 min
EP 134: Jasmine Vega Breaks Down Becoming Hylla and Entering the Percy Jackson Universe
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, we’re diving headfirst into Greek mythology, fandom chaos, and behind-the-scenes secrets with Jasmine Vega, the breakout star joining Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2 as Hylla.Jasmine takes us back to the exact moment she found out she’d been cast, opens up about stepping into a role beloved by Heroes of Olympus fans, and shares what it was really like walking onto the Percy Jackson set for the first time. From filming the eerie, iconic scenes at Circe’s spa to revealing a behind-the-scenes detail that might shock fans, nothing is off-limits…
S1 · E133 · 29 Jan 2026 · 37 min
EP 133: Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova Breaks Down Heated Rivalry and Tells James Gunn Exactly Why She Should Be Starfire
On this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with actor, multilingual powerhouse, and rising fan favorite Ksenia Daniela Kharlamova for a wide-ranging, deeply personal conversation that moves effortlessly between life, art, identity, and ambition. Ksenia opens up about her fascinating upbringing, from being born in Toronto to spending formative years in Saint Petersburg, Russia. She reflects on the meaning behind her name, her time in the Russian circus, and her Caribbean roots, including her connection to Trinidad, Caribana culture, and her growing up between worlds. The…
S1 · E132 · 22 Jan 2026 · 19 min
EP 132: Madelyn Keys and Alexandra Beaton Talks Netflix's Finding Her Edge
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast , Wayne Ayers sits down with Finding Her Edge stars Madelyn Keys and Alexandra Beaton to talk all things love, rivalry, and ambition in Netflix's newest romantic teen drama, which premiered globally on January 22, 2026. Based on the novel by Jennifer Iacopelli, the eight-episode series dives into the high-stakes world of elite figure skating, where passion on the ice collides with pressure off it. Madelyn Keys opens up about bringing 17-year-old Adriana Russo to life, a rising skater chasing her World Championship dream while torn between two partners and…
S1 · E131 · 14 Jan 2026 · 46 min
EP 131: Paul Castro Jr. on Voicing Disney’s Riddle Rosehearts, Mini Vegeta, Breaking Into Anime, and Working With Lena Headey on Divine Blood
The Wayne Ayers Podcast is back with voice actor and on-camera talent Paul Castro Jr. From NYU Meisner training and Off-Broadway roots to major anime roles, Paul breaks down the craft behind his performances and the surprising overlap between theater and dubbing. He talks about voicing Riddle Rosehearts in Disney's Twisted Wonderland: The Animation, finding the emotional depth beneath the character's strict exterior, and what fans can expect as new episodes drop weekly on Disney+. Paul also dives into Netflix's The Summer Hikaru Died, balancing comfort and unease as Hikaru, and stepping into…
S1 · E130 · 11 Nov 2025 · 57 min
EP 130: Joseph Morgan Talks Becoming Klaus Mikaelson, Loving Persia White, Joining Halo, And Wanting To Be In Game Of Thrones And Peaky Blinders
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, we sit down with the extraordinary Joseph Morgan, the man behind one of television’s most magnetic antiheroes, Klaus Mikaelson. From telling childhood bullies he was a vampire to channeling that same “dark secret” energy into his legendary performances, Joseph opens up about how embracing his inner outsider helped shape him into the actor he is today. In this intimate and revealing conversation, we dive deep into the psyche of Klaus Mikaelson, the tragedy of the Mikaelson family, and how Joseph crafted one of the most complex, misunderstood villains in…
S1 · E129 · 4 Nov 2025 · 25 min
EP 129: Rosemary Idisi on Turning “Glamping” from a Short Film Into a Tubi Horror Hit
Warning: We had a little technical difficulties on this episode so please bear with us. Award-winning filmmaker and actor Rosemary Idisi joins Wayne Ayers to discuss her chilling new feature Glamping, which started as her original short film before winning Tubi’s Stubios Greenlight Contest. In this episode, Rosemary opens up about how a small creative spark about influencer culture evolved into a dark, satirical, and deeply thrilling story about survival, ambition, and the haunting side of social media fame. She details the creative leap from short to feature-length production, the evolution…
S1 · E128 · 31 Oct 2025 · 44 min
EP 128: Humberly González Talks Match’s Wildest “WTF” Moments and Teases Ginny & Georgia Season 4
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with the electrifying Humberly González to break down her chilling new film Match and her beloved return as Sophie in Netflix’s hit series Ginny & Georgia. In this episode, Humberly dives deep into the twisted psyche of Match’s Paola, from the moment she ignored her instincts to the shocking decisions that sealed her fate. Wayne and Humberly unpack the film’s “what not to do on a first date” energy, the chaos of online dating, and whether Henry’s mommy issues rival Norman Bates himself. Plus, she reveals what it was like working with…
S1 · E127 · 28 Oct 2025 · 38 min
EP 127: Anna Lore Spills All on The Black Phone 2 and Final Destination: Bloodlines
Horror meets comedy in this unmissable episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast as Anna Lore takes us behind the screams. From her chilling role as Julia in Final Destination: Bloodlines to stepping into the eerie world of The Black Phone 2, Anna shares what it’s really like to go head to head with Death’s design and The Grabber’s grip. She opens up about the scariest moments on set, the fan theories that made her laugh, and the tricks she uses to scream on cue without losing her voice. But it’s not all blood and terror, Anna also talks about switching gears into comedy with her new mockumentary…
S1 · E126 · 24 Oct 2025 · 48 min
EP 126: Brittany O’Grady Talks Netflix’s A House of Dynamite, In Our Blood, and Being Cast in Jumanji 4
This week on The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with the multi-talented Brittany O’Grady to dive deep into her latest role in Netflix’s explosive new thriller A House of Dynamite, premiering October 24, 2025. Brittany opens up about stepping into the world of Lily Baerington, a Congressional aide and the wife of Jake Baerington, and what it was like collaborating with Gabriel Basso and the film’s powerhouse cast. She reflects on her evolution as an actress, from Little Voice and The White Lotus to The Consultant and It’s What Inside, sharing how she chooses roles that challenge her and…
S1 · E125 · 21 Oct 2025 · 36 min
EP 125: Kalani Rodgers on Being Pro-Palestine, Her “Crazy Girl” Skits, and Why Greta Thunberg Is a Superhero
Kalani Rodgers has lived a life on the move, and it shows in her creativity. In this episode, Kalani opens up about how growing up all over the U.S. shaped her worldview, her first taste of acting at just nine years old in Dog Tags, and the moment she knew entertainment was her path. We dive into her viral comedy skits, the making of her unforgettable “aggressive/crazy girl” persona, and what really goes into creating content that racks up millions of views. Kalani gets candid about the business side of content creation, her dream collaborations, and how she separates her larger-than-life…
S1 · E124 · 7 Oct 2025 · 49 min
EP 124: Jasmine Sherni on Going Viral, Brazzers Fame, and Leaving Nursing Behind
In this explosive episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Wayne sits down with Jasmine Sherni, the breakout adult film star who went from nursing scrubs to studio lights in record time. Jasmine opens up about the turning point that pushed her to leave nursing behind, the whirlwind rise from OnlyFans in 2022 to professional shoots in 2023, and how a single Bollywood-inspired scene made her one of the most talked about names in the industry. Wayne dives into her biggest career milestones, from becoming “the girl from the Brazzers ads” to fronting the AVN marketing campaign, and Jasmine reveals the…
S1 · E123 · 3 Oct 2025 · 32 min
EP 123: 140+ Titles, 10 Years Away, 1 Epic Comeback:Mia Rose Tells All
After more than a decade away from the spotlight, legendary adult film star Mia Rose sits down for a rare and unfiltered conversation about her past, present, and iconic comeback. From her groundbreaking new film Alpha 6 to her bold venture into producing with Miss Mia Rose, LLC, Mia reveals what pulled her back into the industry and how she’s redefining her legacy on her own terms. We talk about the emotional weight of her comeback, the inspiration behind the Yellowstone wolf story, and the unique experience of blending love and work with her fiancé Alex Fuchs. Mia opens up about her daring…
S1 · E122 · 30 Sep 2025 · 36 min
EP 122: Kikicheea Talks Music, Dream Collabs, and Building Kiki’s Attire
Captain Kiki is in the building! In this episode, Wayne sits down with Kikicheea, one of the most dynamic voices in the anime community, to break down her journey across cosplay, fashion, music, and Japanese culture. From her very first cosplay in 2015 to building her fashion brand Kiki’s Attire and dropping music that fans can’t stop playing, Kiki opens up about how her passions evolved into a full-blown creative empire. We dive into the artistry and grind behind cosplay, including the hardest costumes she’s ever built and the creators who inspired her early on. She reveals how she turned…
S1 · E121 · 25 Sep 2025 · 11 min
EP 121: Tao Tsuchiya Opens Up About Filming Alice in Borderland Season 3 Four Months After Giving Birth
Alice in Borderland star Tao Tsuchiya joins The Wayne Ayers Podcast to dive deep into Season 3. She opens up about Usagi’s emotional journey, including her renewed grief over her father, her desperate search for answers, and how this struggle risks the peace she has finally found. We also explore the evolving relationship between Usagi and Arisu across all three seasons, and what their bond reveals in the newest chapter of the Netflix hit. Tao gets candid about training for intense stunt and action sequences, sharing which skills she picked up this season and how she pushed herself further…
S1 · E120 · 19 Sep 2025 · 31 min
EP 120: Phaith Montoya Talks CBS 36 Hour Survivor Influencer Experience
CBS and Survivor just changed the game. In a groundbreaking move, the network invited select creators to Fiji for Survivor School, a fully immersive experience that stripped away comfort zones and dropped influencers straight into the grit of island survival.Among them was Phaith Montoya , a plus-size content creator and mental health advocate with over 4 million followers, who swapped her phone for machetes, torrential rain, and the toughest overnight she’s ever endured. From building shelters in a storm (which producers admitted was one of the harshest in Survivor history) to cracking…
S1 · E119 · 5 Sep 2025 · 37 min
EP 119: Tsunari Teases New Music, Revenge Bawdy to Better Than That, and Her Upbringing
From her breakout singles Better Than That and Revenge Bawdy to her future projects, Tsunari opens up about her journey as an independent artist, the global potential of Thai Hip Hop, and the deep cultural influences that shape her artistry. In this podcast, Tsunari talks about: 🎶 New music on the way, single or EP? 🔥 The story behind Better Than That and celebrating Revenge Bawdy’s one year anniversary 🌍 The rise of Thai Hip Hop and its place alongside Afrobeats and K-Pop 🇹🇹 Her Trinidadian roots and if she’d dive into Calypso or Soca 💿 Going independent after Warner Music and how she…
S1 · E118 · 2 Sep 2025 · 31 min
EP 118: Sachia Vickery Talks U.S. Open, Taylor Townsend vs. Jelena Ostapenko Confrontation & Joining OnlyFans
Sachia Vickery joins The Wayne Ayers Podcast for an unfiltered and exciting conversation. The tennis star opens up about her journey at the U.S. Open, weighs in on the fiery Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko altercation, and reveals why she's rooting for Naomi Osaka to take home the trophy this year. Sachia also gets candid about her decision to join OnlyFans and what fans can expect from her on and off the court. Don't miss this exclusive sit-down filled with tennis insights, personal revelations, and plenty of personality. 📺 Watch now and subscribe for more interviews with today’s most…
S1 · E117 · 29 Aug 2025 · 21 min
EP 117: Lili Reinhart Exposes the Internet’s Underbelly in American Sweatshop
Lili Reinhart and Joel Fry, stars of the gripping new thriller AMERICAN SWEATSHOP, sit down with Wayne Ayers to talk all things film, fear, and the dark side of the internet. In AMERICAN SWEATSHOP, Reinhart plays a social media moderator whose job is to scrub the internet of its most toxic content until one video pulls her out from behind the screen and into a dangerous real-world mystery. Directed by Uta Briesewitz and written by Matthew Nemeth, the film also stars Daniela Melchior, Jeremy Ang Jones, Josh Whitehouse, Tim Plester, and Christiane Paul. 🎬 AMERICAN SWEATSHOP In Select Theaters:…
S1 · E116 · 6 May 2025 · 39 min
EP 116: Inside the Magical Mind of Jacque Aye: How Fantasy Helps Us Survive Adulthood
In this vibrant and soul-stirring episode, we’re joined by writer, creator, and self-proclaimed “weepy girl” Jacque Aye. Known for blending magical girl fantasy with deeply personal storytelling, Jacque opens up about the power of surrealism, the healing potential of writing, and why embracing vulnerability is her superpower. We talk about her bestselling books The Magical Girl’s Guide to Life, How to Be a Better Adult, and How to Escape Death, her Nigerian roots, and how she's reshaping narratives around Black joy, queerness, and mental health. Jacque also shares her experience writing for…
S1 · E115 · 4 Feb 2025 · 22 min
EP 115: Arienne Mandi Breaks Down Her Role as Noor in Netflix’s ‘The Night Agent’ Season 2
In this episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Arienne Mandi joins us to discuss her thrilling new role as Noor in The Night Agent Season 2 on Netflix. Stepping into an established series, Mandi shares how she made her mark while staying true to the show's high-stakes political thriller atmosphere. She dives into the emotional and psychological preparation required to embody a character facing life-or-death decisions, the moral complexities of the espionage world, and whether playing Noor has changed the way she sees trust, power, and personal responsibility. Plus, she reveals behind-the-scenes…
S1 · E114 · 19 Dec 2024 · 30 min
EP 114: Sarah Jeffery Opens Up About 'The Six Triple Eight,' Kendrick vs. Drake Debate, and Dream Projects
In this exciting episode of The Wayne Ayers Podcast, actress Sarah Jeffery joins us for an in-depth conversation about her groundbreaking role in The Six Triple Eight. Sarah shares her journey of discovering the incredible, yet often overlooked, story of the 6888th Battalion—the all-Black, all-female unit that helped deliver mail to World War II soldiers. We dive into her research process, the emotional weight of portraying Dolores Washington, and her thoughts on bringing awareness to untold historical narratives. Sarah also reflects on her diverse career, from Descendants to Charmed to her…

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Latest episode: 8 Oct 2026
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