Unsavory Fellow

Unsavory Fellow
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I'm Nick James, actor, writer, filmmaker, and a lifelong dreamer. In the 80s, I chased the dream of being a big Hollywood actor. After 20 years of debauchery and more than 30 years of sobriety, it's time I share my stories. I'm sitting down with fellow entertainers and dreamers to pull back the curtain. From battling addiction and alcoholism, to navigating the chaos of fame, or just surviving the madness of it all, we'll give you an honest look at the ups and downs of chasing dreams in this business.
It's part hilarity, part tragedy, but all unfiltered... A true survival guide from a life of
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The show focuses on themes of personal struggle, addiction recovery, and navigating the complexities of fame, with episodes discussing topics like sobriety, the challenges of chasing dreams, and humorous insights into celebrity culture, exemplified by conversations with friends about their experiences in the entertainment industry.

I’m Nick James, actor, writer, filmmaker, and a lifelong dreamer. In the 80s, I chased the dream of being a big Hollywood actor. After 20 years of debauchery and more than 30 years of sobriety, it’s time I share my stories. I’m sitting down with fellow entertainers and dreamers to pull back the curtain. From battling addiction and alcoholism, to navigating the chaos of fame, or just surviving the madness of it all, we’ll give you an honest look at the ups and downs of chasing dreams in this business.
It’s part hilarity, part tragedy, but all unfiltered… A true survival guide from a life of
In this episode of Unsavory Fellow, Nick James sits down with the brilliant and hilarious John Pirruccello—beloved character actor and star of the Broadway smash Glengarry Glen Ross alongside Bill Burr, Bob Odenkirk, and Kieran Culkin. From the grind of Hollywood to the bright lights of Broadway, John shares his wild journey, acting wisdom, behind-the-scenes stories, and what it means to finally make it. A must-watch for actors, creatives, and fans of great storytelling.Thanks for stopping by the studio!Check us out on social media and enjoy the episode!Make sure to Like, Subscribe, and Follow!TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unsavoryfellowpod?_t=ZP-8u47YTqrC87&_r=1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unsavoryfellowpod/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6XNVcx26YYARBDsQO6EAiS?si=uVuogC6-TmmWxI-dW63KTgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UnsavoryFellow

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