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Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd

Joseph Shepherd

Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd is a nostalgia-fueled interview podcast where autism, pop culture, and fandom collide. Each week, Joseph sits down with the actors, musicians, comedians, creators, and icons he's been hyperfixated on throughout his life to explore the stories behind the moments that made them unforgettable. It's a fun, candid look at the people who shaped our obsessions and the careers they've built beyond them.

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  • 31 episodes
  • weekly
  • Avg 38 min
  • English

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  • S1 · E20
    Wednesday · 55 min

    Harvey Guillén (What We Do in the Shadows): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #19

    What We Do in the Shadows star Harvey Guillén joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about his unexpected role in Wizards of Waverly Place, his childhood obsession with Annie, growing up loving Britney Spears, and making his Broadway debut in The Rocky Horror Show. Plus, Selena Gomez, Cardi B, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, Helluva Boss, Disney's Wish, Chucky, Jennifer Tilly, his journey into voice acting, coming out, Hollywood friendships, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:00 Wizards of Waverly Place & Selena Gomez 2:35 Annie & Harvey's Childhood Obsession 5:33 Breaking Into Hollywood 9:27 The Unmade Cardi B Movie 11:04 Britney Spears & Growing Up Queer 23:02 Harvey's Hat Collection & Hollywood Friendships 27:07 Voice Acting, Puss in Boots & Helluva Boss 30:20 Forgotten Island, Disney's Wish & Chucky 44:48 The Rocky Horror Show & Broadway Secrets See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E19
    October 29 · 27 min

    Van Goth (Canada's Drag Race): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #19

    Canada's Drag Race Season 6 winner Van Goth joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about life after winning the crown, dealing with online hate, spending her prize money, and joining the cast of The Traitors Canada. Plus, her strategy for surviving the castle, why she thought she'd lose Drag Race, her obsession with The Hunger Games, having her first kiss at the movies, solo movie dates, terrible theater etiquette, reality TV dreams, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 2:15 Growing Up With Disney Channel 7:22 The Pressure of Being the Perfect Disney Star 10:36 Even Stevens 22:30 The Even Stevens Musical Episode 28:46 The Anne Hathaway Controversy 30:48 Why Kim Possible Wasn't Rebooted 37:18 Does Christy Know Space? 42:30 Filming at Walt Disney World 45:55 Christy's ASMR Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E18
    October 21 · 49 min

    Christy Carlson Romano (Even Stevens): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #18

    Disney Channel icon Christy Carlson Romano joins Joseph Shepherd to talk about growing up as Ren Stevens on Even Stevens, voicing Kim Possible, and the stories behind her new memoir, Once Upon a Trainwreck. From working with Shia LaBeouf and the controversy surrounding her Anne Hathaway story to the Kim Possible reboot that never happened, Christy opens up about life as a Disney star, perfectionism, and finding herself after childhood fame. Plus, Radio Disney memories, the iconic "We Went to the Moon in 1969" song, a hilarious space quiz, Disney World adventures, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 2:15 Growing Up With Disney Channel 7:22 The Pressure of Being the Perfect Disney Star 10:36 Even Stevens 22:30 The Even Stevens Musical Episode 28:46 The Anne Hathaway Controversy 30:48 Why Kim Possible Wasn't Rebooted 37:18 Does Christy Know Space? 42:30 Filming at Walt Disney World 45:55 Christy's ASMR Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E17
    October 14 · 43 min

    Madeline Zima (The Nanny): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #17

    Actress and The Nanny icon Madeline Zima joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about growing up as Grace Sheffield, her unexpected appearances on The Osbournes, playing a young Lucille Ball, and the lasting legacy of A Cinderella Story. Plus, Jennifer Coolidge, Whoopi Goldberg, Aly & AJ, Gilmore Girls, Hollywood friendships, childhood memories, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 90s Con: https://www.thats4entertainment.com/90scon 0:41 The Nanny Cinematic Universe 6:30 Appearing on The Osbournes 9:01 Playing Lucille Ball 15:23 A Cinderella Story 17:00 Jennifer Coolidge Stories 20:07 Reuniting With Whoopi Goldberg 26:09 Aly & AJ's Take Me 28:52 High Potential & Doom Patrol 34:06 Gilmore Girls Reddit Discovery 38:20 Madeline's Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E16
    October 7 · 26 min

    Bonnie Bartlett (Emmy Award Winner): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #16

    Acting legend and Emmy winner Bonnie Bartlett joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about growing up obsessed with classic Hollywood, her nearly 75-year career, and the incredible stories behind her memoir Middle of the Rainbow. Plus, Marilyn Monroe, Lee Strasberg, the Hollywood blacklist, Little House on the Prairie, live television, her marriage to William Daniels, becoming a mother, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:38 Growing Up Movie Obsessed 1:59 Bonnie the Wild Child 3:35 Her Father's Acting Dreams 5:01 Her Mother's Disapproval 6:17 The Red Dress 8:12 Writing Middle of the Rainbow 10:26 Acting on Live TV 12:10 Studying With Lee Strasberg 14:02 The Hollywood Blacklist 15:59 Knowing Marilyn Monroe 18:11 Little House on the Prairie 19:33 Changing With the World 22:07 Looking Back at Her Legacy 22:27 Becoming a Mother 25:42 Bonnie Gets Candid #JosephShepherd #BonnieBartlett #Hyperfixated See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E15
    September 30 · 47 min

    Jason Earles (Hannah Montana) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #15

    Actor and Hannah Montana icon Jason Earles joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about playing Jackson Stewart, secretly being 28 while playing a teenager, and what it was really like watching Hannah Montana become a phenomenon. Plus, Miley Cyrus, Dolly Parton, the Disney Channel Games, his surprising MADtv beginnings, mentoring the next generation of Disney stars, his new Hannah Montana podcast, video games, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:55 Jason's MADtv Beginnings 1:38 Hannah Montana Speed Round 3:32 Before Disney Channel 7:16 Manifesting His Career 13:11 Phil of the Future 13:34 Hiding His Real Age 14:46 Hannah Montana 22:59 Working With Dolly Parton 25:03 Disney Channel Games 33:25 Best of Both Our Worlds 37:01 Rewatching Hannah Montana 40:38 Jason's Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E14
    September 16 · 38 min

    Keiynan Lonsdale (The Flash) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #14

    Actor, musician, and The Flash star Keiynan Lonsdale joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about growing up obsessed with Michael Jackson, accidentally discovering his love of acting through Fame, his creative process as a musician, and the journey behind his new song “Body High.” Plus, performing on stage, terrible bike dates, Drag Race, sexual awakenings, Pop the Balloon, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:19 Michael Jackson Obsession 2:05 Growing Up Performing 5:02 Performing & People Pleasing 9:21 Fame & Becoming an Actor 13:39 Keiynan Can't Ride a Bike 14:20 Our Terrible Bike Dates 19:54 Making Music on GarageBand 20:34 Keiynan's Creative Process 24:05 Drag Race 25:35 New Music & Body High 30:57 Sexual Awakenings 32:49 Keiynan's Hyperfixations 36:05 Pop the Balloon 37:24 Body High Challenge See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E13
    September 9 · 32 min

    Ashley Rickards (Awkward) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #13

    Actress and Awkward star Ashley Rickards joins Joseph Shepherd to chat about growing up alongside Jenna Hamilton, the lasting legacy of Awkward, playing an autistic character in Fly Away, and what it was like saying goodbye to the show that became her family. Plus, One Tree Hill, frogs, growing up in Hollywood, moving away from Los Angeles, South Park, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:57 Ashley's Fear of Frogs 3:03 Growing Up With Horses 4:05 Playing Autistic in Fly Away 8:32 Landing Awkward 10:22 Becoming Jenna Hamilton 13:48 Awkward's Lasting Legacy 15:46 Saying Goodbye to Awkward 19:18 Growing Up on TV 21:23 Writing a Self-Help Book 23:08 Rewatching Awkward 26:24 Leaving Los Angeles 29:30 Ashley's Hyperfixation 31:17 Ashley for South Park See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E12
    August 18 · 42 min

    Daniel Franzese (Mean Girls) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #12

    Mean Girls icon Daniel Franzese joins Joseph Shepherd to revisit his iconic career, from playing Damian in the beloved comedy to competing on RuPaul’s Secret Celebrity Drag Race. Daniel shares hilarious stories about working at Blockbuster, collecting VHS tapes, creating a rock opera with Willam and Derrick Barry, and taking Drag Race way too seriously. He also opens up about his ADHD journey, the financial realities actors face, his love of indie film, preparing for his first comedy special, and why thrifting is his ultimate hyperfixation. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:36 Working at Blockbuster 6:20 Collecting VHS Tapes 9:26 Thrifting Every Day 10:25 The Legacy of Mean Girls 14:28 Creating a Drag Musical 17:03 Writing and ADHD 22:20 The Reality for Actors 25:13 The Future of Indie Film 29:58 The Return of Auditions 30:49 His First Comedy Special 32:53 Secret Celebrity Drag Race 40:26 Danny’s Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E11
    August 11 · 53 min

    Mo Collins (MADtv) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #11

    MADtv icon Mo Collins joins Joseph Shepherd to revisit some of her most beloved characters and sketches, including Lorraine, Doreen and Stuart, and her unforgettable Shakira music video parody. Mo shares behind-the-scenes stories from her MADtv audition, working with Michael McDonald, getting cut from Jingle All the Way, and transitioning into drama on Fear the Walking Dead. She also opens up about overcoming childhood shyness, the teacher who changed her life, getting kicked out of college, surviving cancer, and using her platform to speak out. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. 0:54 The Impact of MADtv 4:22 Auditioning for MADtv 7:00 Creating Lorraine 10:10 The Shakira Parody 15:35 Stuart and Doreen 22:18 Jingle All the Way 25:45 Fear the Walking Dead 33:31 Overcoming Childhood Shyness 39:15 Kicked Out of College 41:25 Speaking Out 47:17 Mo’s Hyperfixation See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E10
    August 5 · 33 min

    Chris Applebaum (Director) | Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd #10

    Music video director Chris Applebaum joins Joseph Shepherd to go behind the scenes of some of the most iconic music videos of the 2000s, including Britney Spears' Overprotected (Darkchild Remix), Paris Hilton's Stars Are Blind, Rihanna's Umbrella, Miley Cyrus' Party in the U.S.A., Natasha Bedingfield's Unwritten, and more. Chris shares incredible stories about working with Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Miley Cyrus, and what it was like directing music videos throughout his legendary career. Thanks for listening to Hyperfixated! Love you all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E9
    July 28 · 1 hr 2 min

    Damien Fahey (MTV TRL): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Episode 9

    Former TRL host and Family Guy writer Damian Fahey joins Joseph Shepherd for a nostalgic deep dive into the career that inspired an entire generation of TV hosts. Damian shares how building a homemade radio station as a kid led to MTV, what it was really like replacing Carson Daly, and the behind-the-scenes pressure of hosting one of the biggest live shows on television. They also revisit Britney Spears' iconic 2003 TRL performance, talk about Carson Daly's unexpected act of generosity that changed Damian's career, explore how he landed in the Family Guy writers' room, and discuss everything from celebrity interviews to coffee obsessions, radio, comedy, and the hyperfixations that shaped his life. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E8
    July 21 · 48 min

    Nicole Parker (Mad TV): Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Episode 8

    Actress, comedian, Broadway star, and MADtv legend Nicole Parker joins Joseph Shepherd to talk about her unforgettable celebrity impressions, Wicked, Titaníque, The Neighborhood Listen, improv, Broadway, and the surprising legacy of MADtv. Plus, Britney Spears, Celine Dion, horror movies, and the hyperfixations that have shaped her career. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E7
    July 14 · 1 hr 1 min

    Jodie Sweetin: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Episode 7

    Actress, comedian, and Full House icon Jodie Sweetin joins Joseph Shepherd to chat growing up as Stephanie Tanner, the enduring legacy of Full House, neurodivergence, stand-up comedy, and life beyond the House. Plus, legos, ghost hunting, true crime, and so much more. Thanks for watching Hyperfixated! Love you all. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E6
    July 7 · 41 min

    Mýa: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Episode 6

    R&B icon Mýa joins Joseph Shepherd for a candid conversation about her new album Retrospect, the lasting impact of "Case of the Ex," LGBTQ+ allyship, working with legends like Missy Elliott and Prince, and why success means more than charts and awards. Mýa also reflects on independent artistry, songwriting, her unforgettable Pepsi Smash performance, favorite music videos, and the hyperfixations that keep her creative. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E5
    June 30 · 57 min

    Raviv Ullman: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Episode 5

    Former Disney Channel star Raviv Ullman joins Joseph Shepherd for a nostalgic and surprisingly deep conversation about Phil of the Future, Disney Channel fame, living with The Veronicas, underground Hollywood jam sessions, faith, creativity, fatherhood, and his journey from actor to filmmaker. Raviv also opens up about his new horror-comedy film Drag, life after Disney, and why staying curious has shaped every chapter of his career. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E4
    June 23 · 51 min

    Beth Broderick: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Ep. 4

    This week on Hyperfixated, I'm joined by Beth Broderick, aka Aunt Zelda from Sabrina the Teenage Witch. We dive into Sabrina's legacy, her work during the AIDS crisis in 1980s New York, aging in Hollywood, writing, and the many lives she still dreams of living. Follow @hyperfixatedshow on Instagram and subscribe for new episodes every week! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E3
    June 16 · 40 min

    John Roberts: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Ep. 3

    Welcome to Hyperfixated, the podcast where I, an autistic pop culture junkie, sit down with the people behind the movies, TV shows, music, and pop culture moments that completely consumed my brain growing up. For Episode 3, I chat with the hilarious John Roberts. He reveals his first tv gig in Sex and the City, 90s clubbing in NYC, taking his mom to the Emmys, the evolution of Bob's Burgers, and so much more. Follow @hyperfixatedshow on Instagram and subscribe for new episodes every week! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E2
    June 9 · 49 min

    Hemlocke Springs: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Ep. 2

    Welcome to Hyperfixated, the podcast where I, an autistic pop culture junkie, sit down with the people behind the movies, TV shows, music, and pop culture moments that completely consumed my brain growing up. For Episode 2, I’m joined by the brilliantly fun pop mind of Hemlocke Springs! We talk "The Apple Tree Under the Sea", writing songs on a library bathroom floor, and why she built a whole fantasy version of herself to survive. Plus, we fan girl over Enya, read old facebook posts, and more! Follow @hyperfixatedshow on Instagram and subscribe for new episodes every week! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  • S1 · E1
    June 2 · 1 hr 2 min

    Debra Wilson: Hyperfixated with Joseph Shepherd Ep. 1

    Welcome to Hyperfixated, the podcast where I, an autistic pop culture junkie, sit down with the people behind the movies, TV shows, music, and pop culture moments that completely consumed my brain growing up. For Episode 1, I'm joined by the legendary Debra Wilson! We talk MADtv, That's So Raven, voice acting, the fan letter I sent her as a kid, and how a conversation about comedy turned into a surprisingly deep discussion about creativity, hyperfixation, and understanding yourself. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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