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Talk VilleJustice w/ STEVEN S. DEKNIGHT!What a treat this week as we’re joined by a very special guest for one of the biggest episodes in the series… writer/ director Steven S. DeKnight joins Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we break down Smallville Season 6 Episode 11 JUSTICE! Steven talks about the redemption coming off of the episode Ageless and how he was able to pull off the massive scale of a Justice League focused episode. Michael and Tom talk about the joy reuniting with the gang on set, how they executed the iconic slow-mo explosion scene, and the unique advantage of working with these gues...
2025-04-021h 01Talk VilleWitherJoin us for a ‘who done it’ deep in the rainforests of middle Kansas as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 6 Episode 3: WITHER. The guys share their enjoyment for the respective introductions and involvement of new cast mates Aaron Ashmore and Justin Hartley throughout this episode while discussing the tonal shift of the Metropolis set stories so far. Michael talks about his shredded workout routine heading into the big ‘Cleopatra kiss’ ending and Tom discusses his masterplan to save some sleep while working multiple days in the Vancouver woods.Thank you to our spon...
2025-02-0548 minTalk VilleVesselThe villain of season takes over the villain of the story this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the Season 5 finale in Episode 22: VESSEL! We talk about the jaw dropping scenes in the finale episode, Michael’s embodiment of a new kind of super evil, and Tom’s shock at certain smooches and stunts.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🛡️ Policygenius: https://policygenius.com🍽️ Factor: https://factormeals.com/talkville50🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreo...
2024-12-1151 minTalk VilleFadeBack to life, back to ‘freak of the week’… join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 20: FADE. Tom shares stories working alongside former stunt double turned stunt coordinator Chris Sayour during a super jump surrounded by paparazzi and Michael gives a 101 lecture on the craft of sleep acting.__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https://shop.talkvillepodcast.com__________________________________________________Watch or listen to more episodes!📺 https://talkvillepo...
2024-11-2755 minTalk VilleReckoning w/ GREG BEEMAN + AL GOUGH🌠 Special 100th Episode poster: https://bit.ly/100-posterOne of the most impactful episodes of the season… series… and TV in general, join Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, Greg Beeman (Director), and Al Gough (Show Creator) for the 100th episode of Smallville in Season 5 Episode 12: RECKONING. The episode speaks for itself, but thankfully we have the geniuses behind it’s execution here to share stories. Al talks about the significance of 100th episodes for TV of this era, Greg shares building the culture and confidence of Smallville, and we ALL react to the send-off of Jonathan...
2024-10-021h 12Talk VilleLockdownWell aint that a b… join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 11 LOCKDOWN for an action packed safe-room extravaganza. We talk about claustrophobia inside the safe-room, how we would re-write the Sheriff’s death in this episode, and what this means in the grand scheme of things re: Lana, Lex, and Clark’s love triangle.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville...
2024-09-2546 minTalk VilleFanaticFelt eerie watching this episode for multiple reasons… but join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 10: FANATIC! After remembering when our guest star went full Britney by mimicking Lex Luthor this week we get a very pleasant visit from Kryptonsite’s own Craig Byrne! Bast from the past and a must-listen for any OG fans.Thank you to our sponsors:🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https...
2024-09-1854 minTalk VilleLexmasHo ho holy cow we have an episode this week… Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit one of the most important episodes in Smallville with Season 5 Episode 9: LEXMAS. We spend a lot of time talking about ‘what could have been’ with Lex as he gets a glimpse into an alternate reality, discussing the difficult decision made and the tragedy of his life up to this point. Tentpole episode this week… we go deep!Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville
2024-09-111h 06Talk VilleSolitude w/ JAMES MARSTERSAction packed episode this week as we are graced with an appearance from Brainiac himself, JAMES MARSTERS, as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 8: SOLITUDE! After remembering an uncomfortable and bare introduction to Smallville, James discusses his excitement for joining the story before the story and all the inspiration that went into his phenomenal portrayal as Milton Fine aka Brainiac. As we get into the episode Tom remembers on set stories during his fight with Brainiac in the Fortress of Solitude, Michael talks about surprising John Glover during their final scene, and we appreciate the dynamics...
2024-09-041h 00Talk VilleSplinterSleeper top tier episode this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 7 SPLINTER! We get a healthy dose of ‘behind the actor’s studio’ as Welling discusses what went into Clark’s evolution of paranoia and impatience in this episode. Outside of that Michael gets a pleasant surprise while rewatching Lexana begin and we all eagerly await Marsters’ appearance on this pod… soon.__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https://shop.talkvillepodcast.com...
2024-08-2845 minTalk VilleExposed w/ ERICA DURANCEThe good ole boys are back this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the Dukes of Hazzard reunion in Smallville Season 5 Episode 6: EXPOSED. After the guys remember what it was like to be inside of Bo and Luke Duke’s reunion they explore Smallville going more adult with parental advisory-inclined scenes and storylines. PLUS we get a visit from the star of this episode herself, ERICA DURANCE as she recalls the funcomfortable scenes in the strip club, facing fears throughout Season 5, and how she approached the blossoming relationship with Clark Kent in the early seasons.
2024-08-211h 02Talk VilleAquaNew member to the JLA this week as Tom Welling and MIchael Rosenbaum make a splash talking about Smallville Season 5 Episode 4: AQUA! The guys give plenty of roses to the performances in this episode, from James Marsters curiosity that elevated scenes to Alan Richtson’s preparedness and likability on set. We also talk about the difficulties of underwater scenes, the ever growing rift between Lex and Clark, and Lois’ iconic lake scene in this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:🛡️ Policygenius: https://policygenius.com🍽️ Factor: https://factormeals.com/talkville50🥬 AG1: https...
2024-08-0748 minTalk VilleHiddenClark Kent’s mortal saga ends with bloodshed this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 5 Episode 3 HIDDEN! Before finding out the tragic real life story to this week’s guest star, Michael and Tom explore Clark’s fatal attempt to save the day and Lex’s loneliness. We also discuss Clark losing his V-card, how Tom brought realism into the rocket save scene, and the 90 episode-long gaslighting of Lex Luthor.Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patr...
2024-07-3149 minTalk VilleMortalEmbrace mortality along with us this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the sophomore slump return to Freaks of the Week in Smallville Season 5 Episode 2 MORTAL! Our rewatch takes an eerie turn when Tom realizes that this is the episode that nearly fatally wounded his stunt double Chris Sayour during the ‘hanging from the vents’ stunt inside Luthorcorp. Michael explores whether or not Lex Luthor is turning full heel heading into the fifth season, Tom comes face to face with Clark’s morality, and Ryan gets introduced to the suspenders of disbelief.Thank...
2024-07-2446 minTalk VilleArrivalWe’re back! Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum (together in person) for our return in the premier of Season 5 with ARRIVAL. After we open with a ‘who dun it’ the guys get into the transition from S4 into the heightened stakes for everyone in S5. Tom remembers the welcoming of his Fortress of Solitude, Michael questions Lex’s evil descent in relation to Clark’s lies, and we breakdown the countless chokeslams and KOs in this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talk...
2024-07-1747 minTalk VilleThe Talkies ⭐ Best of Season 4Before we say goodbye to Smallville Season 4 and get ready for the best season yet, let’s take a quick look back at some of our favorite moments this past season. Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum share the results from some of the ‘Best of Season 4’ voting along with final episode ratings, favorite scene scoring, and more. We couldn’t do this without you folks… Appreciate all the interaction and love this season. Get ready for Season 5 of our rewatch premiering Wednesday July 17.(send your questions in at https://talkvillepodcast.com/hotline)Thank...
2024-06-1951 minTalk VilleCommencementWhat a way to put a cap on this season. Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we tie a bow on Smallville’s high school era… the quest for the stone of knowledge… and the magical tramp stamp by revisiting the Season 4 Finale: COMMENCEMENT! This episode started off slow with some casual office hand washing and quickly built with tension around multiple kidnappings and another meteor shower. Tom shares wild stories from his time filming in the mountains for the Fortress of Solitude, Michael puts to rest the Teague family, and we all eagerly await the highly anticipated fifth...
2024-06-1259 minTalk VilleForever w/ Sheriff CAMILLE MITCHELL!What a treat this week. We are joined by none other than Smallville’s Sheriff CAMILLE MITCHELL as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 21: FOREVER! Thank goodness we have a couple cameos this podcast, because the episode itself was tough to get through… made evident by our episode rankings later in the show. Besides that we talk about Smallville exiting the High School phase, Michael’s memories of being tied up, and the psychological impact of having your character written off.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkvi...
2024-06-0558 minTalk VilleAgelessBuckle up for a bumpy ride folks, because for the first time ever we have unanimous bombs from us, patrons, and the creators as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 20: AGELESS! After discussing the exploding old man and rainbow blasts, we have bombtastic conversations with fans and the show creators Al Gough and Miles Millar.Thank you to our sponsors:🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https://shop...
2024-05-2948 minTalk VilleBlankWe try to remember an episode about Clark trying to remember this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 19: BLANK! After we explore Jensen’s character diving off the deep end, the guys explore Chloe’s character development and how it’s grown since Season 1. We also continue the rage against yellow vehicles and try to figure out what the motivation for the evil Dick Cheney-like father was in this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville...
2024-05-2250 minTalk VilleSpiritSmallville goes to prom this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Season 4 Episode 18: SPIRIT… The crown is mine b****… Michael and Tom share Prom stories, while Ryan defends Lifehouse, and all of us admire the brilliance of Annette O’Toole. And after a long hiatus, we finally get another call from Al Gough… and it DOES NOT DISAPPOINT!Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https://sho...
2024-05-1552 minTalk VilleOnyxThis week we get introduced to the villain of the story as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 17: ONYX! Michael takes us behind the scenes into his process for giving Lex an evil arch in this episode, sharing how he went above and beyond evil in certain scenes. We also find where the mask has been hiding all these years and even get a ‘Damn Who’s That’ moment in this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville...
2024-05-081h 08Talk VilleLucy w/ PEYTON LIST!It’s a reunion this week on the show and in the podcast as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are joined by Lucy Lane herself, PEYTON LIST, as we revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 16: LUCY. Peyton talks about being a fan of the show before coming on, how Erica Durance calmed settled her nerves, and the grounded performance she was able to draw from for later comic series roles.Thank you to our sponsors:🍽️ Factor: https://factormeals.com/talkville50🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville__________________________________________________...
2024-05-0158 minTalk VilleSacredHop on the PJ because we’re going to China this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 15: SACRED! After they guys give props to the incredible set design we go back and forth over this Teague storyline coming to a head. Tom remembers the effortless nature of Kristin’s ‘crouching tiger hidden dragon’ fight choreography, Michael remembers refusing to take his shirt off in front of Jensen, and our Hotline was buzzing with inconsistencies caught in this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville
2024-04-2445 minTalk VilleKryptoJoin us for a doggone good time as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 14: KRYPTO! After a much needed introduction from our first pet guest, the guys discuss the good times and weird smells of working with our canine guest star this week. Tom shares the inconvenient truth of drawing good performances from animal actors and Michael sheds a light on the impetus of his Rotten Tomatoes beef.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https...
2024-04-1742 minTalk VilleRecruit w/ CINJUN TATE (REMY ZERO)!Somebody save us, because we're joined this week by CINJUN TATE from Remy Zero! But first, in an episode filled with NCAA violations and murder attempts… Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 13: RECRUIT! Before we get some much needed clarification during our Patron check-in (with regards to the Stones of Knowledge and the Luthor/ Teague storyline) the guys discuss Canadian football hosers, the questionable character choices by Lois Lane, and Clark becoming a man of honor by leaving his football career behind.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://better...
2024-04-101h 11Talk VillePariahJoin us this week a Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum react to surprise after surprise after surprise in our rewatch of Smallville Season 4 Episode 12: PARIAH!. What could’ve gone on for the entirety of the episode, but was cut short, was Michael‘s fascination with the unconventionally absurd cold open and why it was wrong for so many different reasons. The guys go on to talk about Tom‘s cathartic performance after losing a loved one, how the sandman villain could have been renamed and improved, and the huge shock of Chloe Sullivan learning Clark’s secret.
2024-04-0355 minTalk VilleScareThe town of Smallville has their greatest fears on full display this week at Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revising Season 4 Episode 10: SCARE! Despite Tom prying for his favorite scene throughout the recording, the Ryan-tist is steadfast this week as all of us dissect the scariest episode of Smallville to date. Tom discusses the difficulties of directing an alternate reality episode, his favorite dynamic switches in the series, and his LOVE for the Lex doomsday scene… while Michael wonders why a microwave couldn’t save the day. Fun times this week - stay tuned for next episode, you won’t want...
2024-03-2048 minTalk VilleBoundWe were bound to get here… Join us Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum give into the erotic midseason thriller BOUND: Season 4 Episode 9. This was a breeze coming off of the last episode. Tom talks about the funcomfortable enjoyment of the Allison elevator scene, Michael remembers the class act of Cobie Smulders, and both guys dump on the fire tornado scene.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville
2024-03-1345 minTalk VilleSpell w/ KRISTIN KREUK!There’s magic in the air this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are joined by Isobel herself KRISTIN KREUK to discuss Season 4 Episode 8: SPELL! Kristin talks about the fun revisiting this witchy episode, her big problem during filming, and her overall experience working with new cast mates Erica Durance and Jensen Ackles in Season 4. Tom remembers being asked to dance poorly, Michael discusses turning up the crazy look in the piano scene, and we all enjoy the ridiculousness of this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkvi...
2024-03-061h 07Talk VilleJinxIf you think that us liking this episode is a hail mary then you might be surprised… Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 7 JINX! The guys discuss the intro of the DC villain Mxyzptlk, Tom accidentally being too good at football, and how this entire episode was really just a glorified Old Spice Commercial.Thank you to our sponsors:🥩 Good Chop: https://goodchop.com/talkville120__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merc...
2024-02-2847 minTalk VilleTransferenceSmallville meets Freaky Friday this week… Tom plays Lionel… Glover plays Clark… oh my! Join Tom Welling, and Michael Rosenbaum, as we revisit a highly awaited episode in Smallville Season 4 Episode 6: TRANSFERENCE! Tom talks a lot about what into the execution of this episode, including the quick turn around to figure it out and the impromptu trip he had to take to lend Glover a helping hand. Outside of that we explore the diaboloical behavior of Lionel in a teenager’s body.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1...
2024-02-2145 minTalk VilleRun w/ KYLE GALLNERWe are in for a treat this week folks - after Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 5 RUN - they are joined by The Flash (or Impulse) himself KYLE GALLNER! Kyle shares his fond experience on the set early on in his career, his amazement at certain stunts, and what happened to his Flash pilot. Fun episode this week talking about the first Justice League companion to Clark making an appearance.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🛡️ Policygenius: https://policygenius.com🥩 Good Chop: ht...
2024-02-141h 01Talk VilleFacadeDid we have a good time this week or was it just a facade… find out as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 3: FACADE! Amidst some good ole ‘shittinontheshow’ Tom talks about the romantic banter between Lois and Clark, pervy locker room, and behind the scenes of the iconic dunk tank ending.Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville__________________________________________________💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkville☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883👕 New Merch: https://shop.talkvillepodcast.com
2024-01-3154 minTalk VilleGoneJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit Smallville Season 4 Episode 2: GONE… and discover what the reeeeal meaning of the word Smallville is. One of those episodes where we had fun doing the pod even though the episode was a single rose. Michael shares the origins of his Ironside beef, Tom speculates the contract situations with Lois joining the series, and we discover a new form of blasting.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville🏈 PrizePicks: https://prizepicks.com/talkville
2024-01-2445 minTalk VilleCrusadeWe’re back!! Fun start to Season 4 as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the premiere episode: Crusade. After remembering the changes on set after welcoming on Erica Durance and Jensen Ackles, the guys talk about the change in tone that this episode (and season) brings into the series. Tom talks about his big flight scene and being exposed, while Michael remembers his white suit and finally meeting Evangeline Lilly.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.com/talkville🍽️ Factor: https://factormeals.com/talkville5...
2024-01-1750 minTalk VilleSeason 3 Wrap Up!! Your Favorite Moments & Next Season Update🚨 Everything we talk about this episode is here 👇 👇Before we say goodbye to Smallville Season 3 and get ready to graduate in Season 4, let’s take a quick look back at some of our favorite moments this past season. Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum share the results from some of the ‘Best of Season 3’ voting along with final episode ratings, favorite scene scoring, and more. We couldn’t do this without you folks… Appreciate all the interaction and love this year. Get ready for Season 4 of our rewatch premiering Wednesday January 17Thank you...
2023-12-2031 minTalk VilleTalisman with JOHN SCHNEIDER🏆 Vote on the Best of S3: https://talkvillepodcast.com/voteWouldn’t be right talking about this episode with the guy, join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum alongside John Schneider as they talk about the first cast-member directed episode of Smallville in Season 3 Episode 20: TALISMAN! Before talking to John, the guys discuss Lex getting loose with certain decisions in this episode, how Michael and Glover timed the ‘knife grab,’ and whether or not they could be Paris girls. Schneider talks about the comfortability of directing his fellow cast members, how he watched the show while it...
2023-11-291h 01Talk VilleMemoria with AL GOUGH & MILES MILLARWhat have you done!?! Phenomenal episode this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are joined by Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar to revisit Season 3 Episode 19: MEMORIA! After Al talks about some of the ‘behind the scenes’ conflicts with this storyline and DC, Miles shares his experience with his directorial debut on the series and explains what it was like to direct the show he created in its third season. We get into a lot this episode… Rumors of Batman, Chloe potentially becoming Lois Lane, Tom pranking the crew with his bulge, and Michael drawing similarities between his pe...
2023-11-221h 07Talk VilleTruthWe explore journalistic integrity this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 3 Episode 18: TRUTH! After reflecting on times in their career when journalists were trying to get close for a story, the guys reflect on all the truth bombs dropped across Smallville in this episode. Michael talks about the pros and cons of a relationship with a journalist and remembers bringing real life situations with his father into his scenes with Lionel. Tom pokes at yet another scene where Clark deals with syringes and shares a crazy memory from Season 1.Thank...
2023-11-1545 minTalk VilleLegacy (with JOHN GLOVER Mini Interview)What an episode… Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit a very impactful episode of Smallville in Season 3 Episode 17: LEGACY. The guys admire the last on camera performance from the late great Christopher Reeve and talk about how he was able to dominate a scene as an actor despite his condition. Later, Tom really connects to the themes of vulnerability as a father that ring throughout this episode; while Michael comes face to face with very creepy Lex behavior. And this week we have our first in studio Talk Ville guest with Lionel Luthor himself… JOHN GLOVER!
2023-11-0852 minTalk VilleCrisis with NATALIE COSCO (Makeup)This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 3 Episode 16: CRISIS! How fitting that the guys are joined by someone special who helped calm crises everyday on set, the very beloved Natalie Cosco - head of makeup on Smallville. Natalie talks about keeping a calm and positive energy, the difficulties of doing ‘blood in eye’ effects, and the one time she lost it on set. Michael talks about his love for Linkin Park, the hypocrisy of gun scenes with the CW, and the teenage PSA’s throughout this season. Tom gushes over beautifully pure eyes and the idea of Cla...
2023-11-011h 16Talk VilleResurrectionSmallville meets John Q this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Season 3 Episode 15: RESURRECTION! Despite Tom mentioning the significance of this episode with fans and their families, noting how this is a Top 3 talked about episode, the guys bomb all over this episode about bombs. Tom points out cast members in the background during certain scenes, why he was never in a chopper, and how relieved the writing room was to have ‘super hearing’ added. Michael talks about the late great Terrence O’Hara having to direct lesser episodes, why Lex was acting creepier, and how we all mi...
2023-10-2543 minTalk VilleObsessionSmallville tackles psychotic relationships this week as Michael Rosenbaum and Tom Welling revisit Season 3 Episode 14: OBSESSION! After the guys gush over their time on set with the wonderful Sarah Carter, they analyze some of Tom’s noticeable giddiness in scenes throughout the episode. Michael talks about the plastic butcher knife horror scenes and questions why Lana stays in her own psychotic relationship. Tom gives props to certain choices taken by Allison and remembers how they got an honest reaction to the ‘Jonathan walking in on his son’ scene in the episode.Thank you to our sp...
2023-10-1846 minTalk VilleVelocityOn your mark… Get set… Woah! Did Clark just kill someone?!? Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit the cautionary PSA against street racing in Smallville Episode 13 VELOCITY! Before we get into the legality of Clark’s actions the guy gush over Sam Jones III’s performance in this episode and how it won over Michael. Tom talks about driving the Porsche and his wish for Jonathan in this episode, while Michael questions Lana's judgment and reveals the biggest shock of the series.Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 AG1: https://drinkag1.co...
2023-10-1153 minTalk VilleHereafterJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit the ‘Butterfly Effect’ meets ‘Final Destination’ meets Smallville episode in Season 3 Episode 12: HEREAFTER! After Michael gets over some of the hair and makeup decision in this episode he reflects on the amount of Lana’s friends who end up dying and what he wishes Clark did when Jonathan Kent collapsed in the barn. Tom remembers how dangerous the dynamite-laced house was, the pressure of keeping the WB appearances up, and how he prepared for his emotional scene at the end. One of those weeks where the pod is better than the episod...
2023-10-0453 minTalk VilleDeleteJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they unwillingly prevent this episode from being deleted from their memory banks by revisiting Smallville Season 3 Episode 11: DELETE! The guys dish back-to-back poor ratings as they talk about this Matrix-laced episode that served as a cautionary tale against SPAM emails. Tom finds a familiar friend in the background of a scene and gets a kick out of the excitement of internet terminology in the early 2000’s. Michael lets it fly with opinions for Adele and The Matrix while calling out a certain easter egg hidden on the set....
2023-09-2748 minTalk VilleWhisperKeep it down! This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum come off of the high of the last couple episodes and back down to reality as we revisit Smallville Season 3 Episode 10: WHISPER. Before Michael remembers that one time he actually went blind, Tom talks about ripping off John Glover in preparation for his Ray Charles-esque scenes in this episode. He also remembers what went into his super hearing performance and a funny story from Justin Hartley’s first episode. Michael talks about his portrayal of laid back Lex and the process of wardrobe giving Tom his new glasses....
2023-09-2048 minTalk VilleAsylumThis week the guys visit the loony bin as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 3 Episode 9: ASYLUM! After going through the long list of stellar guest stars from JTT… Ian Somerhalder… Shawn Ashmore… Jesse Metcalfe and more… we get into one of our most twisted episodes yet. Michael remembers getting gagged, dropping bombs in front of JTT, and the difficulty of working in constraints. Tom remembers going way back with Ian Somerhalder, unique acting choices in this episode, and his biggest issue with the barbed wire prison escape scene.Thank you to our spon...
2023-09-1348 minTalk VilleShattered with Smallville Creators AL GOUGH & MILES MILLAREverything changes this week… join Michael Rosenbaum and Tom Welling as we revisit one of the most impactful episodes of the series with Smallville Season 3 Episode 8: SHATTERED! Michael reflects on his favorite Lex moment throughout the series, how he mentally prepared to play a character going insane, and why they used a real straight jacket for his psyche ward scene. Tom points find all the flaws this week - from the Kent’s front lawn to a scene they kept where everyone was breaking character. Oh yeah… and of course we have on the boys! Al and Miles stopped by to...
2023-09-061h 28Talk VilleMagneticWe go back to the ‘freak of the week’ basics this week folks as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum dive into Smallville Season 3 Episode 7: Magnetic! Tom remembers his time working with Kevin Zegers, one of the worst gags in the history of the show, and why he felt proud of Lana in this episode. Michael talks about his unrelated Magic Castle stories, his deep hatred for yellow cars, and when the cast couldn’t stop laughing one day while filming.Thank you to our sponsors:⚕️ Zocdoc: https://www.zocdoc.com/talkville🛡️ Polic...
2023-08-3043 min
Path to EnlightenmentLove and its purpose and derivationIn this podcast with Michael Rosenbaum and Ellen Seigel, we explore how the energy of love is at the very center of all form, no matter what form it is, at the heart of every atom. How this is a portal back to God or the absolute consciousness that is the intelligence at the center of all form. We also discuss how to use this to dip into the experience of this energy and create a more beautiful and balanced life for yourself.
the discussion is based on information that was given to me in meditation as...
2023-08-2351 minTalk VilleRelicTom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Season 3 Episode 6: RELIC! Tom talks about the big reveals in this episode, finding out that Jonathan is the ‘actual’ chosen one, Lionel has deeper roots to Smallville, and Lana clearly would accept Clark as he is. Michael talks about why he didn’t play a Luthor in the throwback scenes and how Chloe has done a 180 this season in terms of likability. And of course, we get a visit from our very own Jor-el, the one and only Al Gough!Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 AG1: https://d...
2023-08-231h 02Talk VillePerryGreat episode this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum remember the first appearance of a very special guest in Season 3 Episode 5: PERRY! The guys share on set intimidations working with the great Michael McKean, some funny and embarrassing off set stories with him, and what it was like working alongside a guest who really moves the show forward. Michael talks about the crazy coincidence of the coinciding solar flares when the episode aired and how impressive the wire work was here. Tom remembers his iconic tractor flipping scene and his flax seed fast while on set during this...
2023-08-1648 minTalk VilleSlumberTry to stay awake this week (or else) as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 3 Episode 4: SLUMBER! The guys talk about the not so coincidental inclusion of REM throughout the episode and what the show would have looked like if the characters all said what they truly believed. Tom shares an easter egg he found and talks about the brilliant choices made by John Glover in this episode. Michael reflects on the lexicon of Lex’s historical monologues and talks about dreams that feel too real to be fake.Thank you to ou...
2023-08-0951 minTalk VillePhoenix with EMMANUELLE VAUGIER (Helen Bryce)Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum for our Smallville rewatch this week as we are graced by one of the most important characters over the last couple seasons - Helen Bryce herself, Emmanuelle Vaugier is on the pod! She shares her experience on the set with cast and crew and some stories you don’t want to miss. This week we break down Season 3 Episode 2: PHOENIX. Tom shares the unique surprises of working with Rutger Hauer and what he remembers from the ‘dock shootout’ scene in this episode. Michael shares why he wanted Lex to have more of a ‘revenge...
2023-07-2659 minTalk VilleExileDid you miss us? The boys are back as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum kick off their rewatch of Smallville Season 3 with Episode 1: EXILE! Tom remembers working with Rutger Hauer, certain cathartic choices he took as an actor in this episode, and how he relates the emptiness of Clark’s Red-K Bender to real world situation. Michael talks about shooting on an island with a skeleton crew, unwritten ad-libs during this episode, and how people were upset with Allison’s new haircut coming off the break. And of course… what would this series be without a check-in with our old pal...
2023-07-191h 04Talk VilleSeason 2 Wrap Up, Favorite Moments, & Next Season Update!Literally can’t believe we’ve been through two seasons of this show. Wild. Time flies when you’re hand blastin’ and ‘damn who’s that’n. Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as the guys pull final tallies for Season 2. We remember the highs and lows of the season and reflect on the rewatch thus far. After that we go through a little stroll down memory lane with the best moments from our time through Season … Stay up to date on our upcoming release for Season 3 (ETA July 19) by following our socials!Thank you to our spons...
2023-06-211h 19Talk VilleExodus with KRISTIN KREUKTom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the Smallville Season 2 Finale with friend of the show and co-star KRISTIN KREUK!! Kristin was awesome this week… She talks about her opinion on the Chloe, Clark, Lana love triangle in this second season, the constant abandonment intertwined into Lana’s storylines, and how she was still finding her voice in the show’s infancy. Tom and Michael discuss the gut wrenching ending to this episode, some overly heavy kissing, and some classic pranks on Sam Jones III.Thank you to our sponsors:🐮 Moinkbox: https://moinkbox.com/
2023-06-141h 05Talk VilleCallingJoin us for the penultimate episode of Season 2 CALLING as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum explore Clark’s first formidable foe who loves ‘hand blasting.’ We get a healthy dose of Michael dumping on the love-triangle as Tom remembers the first consensual, non-inebriated ‘Clana’ kiss in the series. We also learn about Tom’s strange interaction with Terrence Stamp, the trick to working with horses, and the scary reason Welling avoids stunts.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville🥬 Athletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/talkville🛡️ Policygenius: https://po...
2023-06-0749 minTalk VilleAccelerateSmallville sees dead people this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum review Smallville Season 2 Episode 21: ACCELERATE. After talking about one of the coolest visuals of the season and dangerous Kristin stunts, we have a little jam session… Now that the conspiracy of Lionel’s blindness is over, Tom tries to start a new ‘clone Lionel’ theory. Michael talks about his own personal ghost encounters and what could have been with our favorite background actor, Evangeline Lilly.Thank you to our sponsors:🤝 Indeed: https://indeed.com/talk__________________________________________________
2023-05-3139 minTalk VilleWitnessJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we review Smallville Season 2 Episode 20: WITNESS aka the second Home Improvement kid appearance of the season. While there is certainly no lack of ‘shittin on the show’ the guys have a blast revisiting this Steroid Era baseball meets Superman episode. Michael goes after the absurdity of Lana’s father abandoning her, Tom defends Allison’s prying performance, and we get to the bottom of who’s bottom walked out of the blast furnace this episode.Thank you to our sponsors:⚕️ Zocdoc: https://www.zocdoc.com/talkville
2023-05-2446 minTalk VillePrecipice with ANSON MOUNTThis week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum tackle a Smallville episode all about predatory men in Season 2 Episode 19: PRECIPICE… joined by special guest (of the show and pod) ANSON MOUNT!! We have a ton of fun with Anson discussing his experience with Smallville, working with Michael on Poolhall Junkies, and whether or not he turned down the original offer to star as Lex Luthor!! More good stuff this week discussing the new sheriff, Lana’s roundhouse kicks, and more - hope you folks enjoy.Thank you to our sponsors:👨🍳 Home Chef: https://homechef.com...
2023-05-171h 01Talk VilleVisitorJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we ‘phone home’ this week and review Smallville Season 2 Episode 18: Visitor! In an episode following Rosetta, one of the most pivotal of the series, the guys grapple with the ups and downs of this alien classmate introduction. Tom remembers being shocked on set with Kristin as the horse ‘got into position’ and also how wild the communication tower was in person. Michael staunchly defends Lex’s privacy from his prying girlfriend and throws his hat in the ring amongst the other Canadian bullies in this episode.Thank you to our...
2023-05-1052 minTalk VilleRosetta with Smallville Creators AL GOUGH & MILES MILLAROne of the MOST impactful episodes in the series folks… join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they’re joined by Smallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar for our rewatch of Season 2 Episode 17: ROSETTA!! It wouldn’t be right doing this episode without these guys. This week we talk about everything from getting Christopher Reeve to appear in the episode, what he thought of Smallville, Tom’s interactions with him on set, and so so much more. This is an episode that needs no introduction, so hope you folks enjoy.Thank you to our spon...
2023-05-031h 04Path to EnlightenmentThe "No Self"In this episode Michael Rosenbaum and Ellen Siegel discuss how to move away from just thinking of yourself as your earthly personality and know yourself as your universal self. How this opens up a portal to a much more expanded experience of life where you "only goodness abounds".
This is a part of a series of spiritual downloads that Michael receives after meditation with special messages for him to help expand his consciousness. We share this with you to inspire you as well. Below is the full download that we discuss in detail:
The no-self
2023-04-2843 minTalk VilleFeverJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as Smallville heats up and gets a bit more cinematic with Season 2 Episode 17: Fever! This week the guys talk about the mysterious “healing” powers of Clark’s ship without trying to ’s*** on the show’ when it comes to the kryptonite this episode. Tom talks about leaving his couch scene with Allison and his needle stunt; while Michael holds no punches with Chloe and talks about the bald-prerequisites of performing with your band on Smallville.Thank you to our sponsors:⚕️ Zocdoc: https://www.zocdoc.com/talkville
2023-04-2651 minTalk VilleProdigalThe reveal we’ve all been waiting for! Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we talk about the one and only Paul Wesley appearance in Smallville Season 2 Episode 15: PRODIGAL. Tom sits back and plays patron this week as Michael remembers a very Luthor-heavy episode. We get a call from Al justifying one of the most (seemingly) asinine storylines in this episode… Michael remembers working with Paul Wesley (Lucas Luthor) … and Tom questions how long Lionel Luthor has really been able to see.Thank you to our sponsors:❤️ Betterhelp: https://betterhelp.com/talkville
2023-04-1945 minTalk VilleSuspectJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum for a whole lot of fun this week as they re-explore the Smallville ‘who done it’ episode with Season 2 Episode 13: SUSPECT! If you’ve enjoyed this rewatch, then you’ll love this episode… it literally has everything (besides an Al’s Corner). We get stories from on set, a ‘damn who’s that’ moment, brilliance from Annette, and more. Enjoy the episode and let us know if we’re alone with questioning the lackluster payoff in this unique episode of Smallville.Thank you to our sponsors:🥬 Athletic Greens: https...
2023-04-0559 minTalk VilleVisage with ERIC JOHNSON (Whitney)This week he’s baaack… and she’s back! Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we dive into Smallville Season 2 Episode 11: VISAGE, accompanied by none other than Whitney Fordham himself, Eric Johnson! So glad we got the guy one. Eric remembers what it was like finding out his character was being sent off, the bittersweet return coming back in Season 2, and what it was like playing the heel to the ‘Superman-to-be.’ During the review of the episode the guys talk about the interesting dynamics of playing your own character while mimicking another, behind the scenes of Clark on Clark figh...
2023-03-221h 06Talk VilleSkinwalkerWelcome to Smallville’s ‘cave era’ … this week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum review Season 2 Episode 10: SKINWALKER! After talking about how this is probably the unanimous decision for worst set to work on during the series, the guys get some insight from Al Gough on how important this cave plotline is to the vision of Season 2 and origin story of Clark Kent. Tom remembers working with Tamara Feldman (as Kyla Willowbrook) and how intimidating the wolf was on set. Michael talks about the curse that is ‘knowing Clark’s secret’ while also giving props to another killer performance from Annette O’Tool...
2023-03-1553 minTalk VilleDichotic with SARAH JANE REDMOND (Aunt Nell)Join us this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Smallville Season 2 Episode 9: DICHOTIC… Not only does the show welcome a notable guest star in Jonthan Taylor Thomas, but our pod gets graced by the one and only, Aunt Nell herself, SARAH JANE REDMOND. Yeah folks! Sarah remembers what it was like during the early seasons of the show, her connection to David Nutter, and a crazy story of how they made Baby Lana cry in the Pilot. While Michael grapples with the idea of every character acting crazy in this episode - Tom talks about working with JT...
2023-03-081h 03Talk VilleLineage with ANNETTE O’TOOLEOur rewatch rebounds this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum review Season 2 Episode 7: LINEAGE. Not only do we get to review a beautifully written and directed episode of Smallville, but we’re also joined by two very important people to the show. First - it’s been a long time coming, but Annette O’Toole finally joins us! She shares everything about her experience as Martha Kent, questions she had about Clark as a mother of small children at the time, and how she prevented the Kent farm from going up in a blaze. We also bug creator Al Gou...
2023-02-221h 05Talk VilleNocturneThis week the guys shine some light on the Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde style episode as we rewatch and review Smallville Season 2 Episode 5: Nocturne. Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum talk about Lana’s visits to the cemetery, how Martha begins to own her own storyline, and why everyone seems to be injuring their wrists in the episode. We’re graced with a call from Al Gough himself to explain some of the logic that went into this episode surrounding Martha and Lionel. Tom remembers a crazy stunt story while on set and Michael wonders why he was left on t...
2023-02-081h 00Talk VilleRed with Writer JEPH LOEBWe've finally made it to one of the most loved episodes of the entire series... Introducing Red-K Clark! This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum rewatch and review Smallville Season 2 Episode 4: Red. The guys talk about how strange it is seeing Clark go bad, what he means by having split identities, and how sick of Clark's 💩 Lana is. Oh yeah... and we're joined by the episode's writer - Emmy Award Winner JEPH LOEB!!! Jeph shares a ton of cool stories behind the scenes and in the writer’s room from Smallville. Lots of fun this week....
2023-02-011h 14Talk VilleDuplicityJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they break down the countless instances of deceit in this week’s rewatch of Season 2 Episode 3: DUPLICITY … whole lot of lying going on. The guys show love to the performance of Sam Jones III in a pivotal Pete episode and discuss the unique decisions Joe Morton made off script in his sendoff as Dr. Hamilton. Tom talks about what went into Clark ‘stopping a car’ and debates whether or not Lionel was actually blind. Michael talks about the absurdity of Lana snapping over Clark’s ambiguity and how he would have handled learning C...
2023-01-2554 minTalk VilleHeatMight be one of those “show episode was ehh but the rewatch was good” type of weeks - this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Season 2 Episode 2: HEAT. We find out this episode’s idea to be included in the pilot was canned, and maybe for good reason? Tom remembers what it was like portraying Clark’s pubescent discovery of heat vision, Michael questions why every single sultry single got cut from the show, and we all find out why Smallville was so sweaty in this episode. Enjoy!Thank you to our sponsors...
2023-01-1850 minTalk VilleVortexWe’re baaack! It’s a new year and a brand new season of our rewatch. This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum dive into Season 2 Episode 1 of Smallville: Vortex. They pick up on the tornado cliffhanger from last season’s finale and discuss what it was like behind the scenes to shoot something of that magnitude. The guys also talk about what it was like jumping back into their characters after a hiatus, the emotionally powerful choices taken by John Schneider in this episode, and their feelings around Clark putting on his patented red jacket, blue shirt combo.
2023-01-1158 minTalk VilleBEST OF SMALLVILLE SEASON 1Before we jump into Season 2, it’s time we recap some of the best moments from Season 1 of Smallville… and there were a lot! Here’s a little compilation episode of Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisiting the first season of the show that changed both their lives. This episode covers some of the major threads we got into this season - from FOTW, to risky stunts, to effects that were cutting edge, to suspension of disbelief. Hope you folks enjoy it.Thank you to these lovely folks:🥬 Athletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/talkv...
2022-12-141h 05Talk VilleTempest (Season Finale Part 2) with JOHN GLOVER!It just wouldn’t be right wrapping up this season without him. The mane, the myth, and the legend John Glover, aka Lionel Luthor, joins Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we officially wrap up our rewatch of Season 1 of Smallville and the finale episode Tempest. It was a treat talking to Glover. He remembered what it was like going from a guest star to a regular, how deep the theme of family was in the show, and his true opinion on the character of Lionel Luthor. The guys close the episode by discussing some of the fan voted ‘best...
2022-12-0754 minTalk VilleTempest (Season Finale Part 1)That flew by fast… This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum review Episode 21 of Smallville, the Season 1 Finale, TEMPEST. From tornado effects, to a Remy Zero live performance, and fighting Luthors, this episode has it all. Not only do the guys review the series’ first cliffhanger episode, but we also leave our rewatch on a bit of a cliffhanger as well. This is the first part of a two part Finale Extravaganza!! Next week we have a highly anticipated guest, give our scores for Tempest, and then review some of the fan voted ‘Best Of’ Season 1 moments. Enjoy!
2022-11-301h 02Talk VilleObscuraJoin Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they share their pinhole point of view on this week’s review of Smallville Episode #20: OBSCURA. The guys grapple with the suspension of disbelief surrounding this particular FOTW episode and explore the drama surrounding the “Clana” vs “Chlark” relationships being developed. Tom fondly remembers the technique to some of the oners in this episode and finds flaws with some of the logic with Clark’s powers we see. Michael realizes what he’s been signing all these years and has issues with Jonathan Kent being too obvious in this episode. BIG finale next week. Don’...
2022-11-2353 minTalk VilleCrush with Glen WinterWe couldn’t wait to have him on… Join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as we dissect the double entendres in Smallville Episode 19 (Crush) with a very special guest: Glenn Winter. In his first of many appearances he’ll have with us, Glenn talks about the impact Smallville had on his young career, his favorite directors throughout the series, and some nostalgic behind the scenes stories. In our review of Crush, Tom talks about the grounded performance of Adam Brody and Clark’s complicated relationship with Lana. Michael sheds a tear for Principal Kwan and remembers how he got out of t...
2022-11-161h 15Talk VilleDrone with Special Guest!Join us this week as Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum review Smallville Episode 18: Drone… with a very special guest. The guys discuss the A storyline of the Bee storyline and try to grapple with the suspension of disbelief this close to the end of Season 1. Michael gushes over his admiration for Principal Kwan, Tom defends his ‘every four episodes’ theory, and both guys get schooled on the art of Smallville podcasting. Fun episode this week, let us know what you would score this one!!BIG thank you to Zach Moore ( @alwaysmallville ) for joining us this week! Give the gu...
2022-11-091h 00Talk VilleReaperJoin us this week as we find out if Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum can get through a review of Smallville’s Episode 17: Reaper before disintegrating into ash. The guys talk about a new collective all time low in the rewatch and analyze the episode’s themes of losing loved ones and reconciling with your father. Tom remembers pivotal choices where Schneider really carried and why he was annoyed sometimes while shooting a sports related scene. Michael pokes at the confusing conveniences in this episode and talks more John Glover love.❤️ Subscribe and share to suppo...
2022-11-0257 minTalk VilleNicodemusTom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum explore the deepest desires of Smallville in Episode 15: Nicodemus. After remembering certain issues with directors on set, the guys dissect the different ‘out of character’ performances from John Schneider, Kristin Kreuk, and Sam Jones III whose characters fall under the spell of the Nicodemus. Tom remembers Kristin’s reaction to the pool scene and how the crew managed safety concerns of the windmill shots. Michael talks about one of the most memorable performances from Annette O’Toole in this episode and how Lex continues to conveniently miss Clark in action.❤️ Sub...
2022-10-1949 minTalk VilleKineticWe kick things into motion this week with Episode #13: Kinetic. Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit the ‘kryptonite tattoo’ episode and remember the uncredited cameo from Evangeline Lilly, talk about how nobody cared about the angsty Whitney subplot, and dish out an all time low for the podcast thus far. Tom talks about what went into the ‘Clark hand chopping wood’ scene and draws comparison between Lex and Jeff Bezos. Michael talks about the performance from Allison in this episode and the power of the closing scene with Lana at the Talon.❤️ Subscribe and share to support the new pod...
2022-10-0549 minTalk VilleLeech with John (Kent) SchneiderThis week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum are joined by Jonathan Kent himself, John Schneider! John joins the guys as they recap Episode #12: Leech. Welling talks about what it was like to play a ‘power-less’ Clark and his confusion of there being two different Ashmores who appeared in Smallville. Rosenbaum remembers uncomfortable Lionel scenes and this final episode with Kelly Brook. Schneider was a treat. John fondly remembers his time on the show that paved the way for superhero shows, while remembering going to bat for Tom with WB, teaching him lessons on and off set, and never getting lost...
2022-09-281h 03Talk VilleHugThis week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit an episode of Smallville that nobody quite understands the meaning of its title… Hug. The guys breakdown stellar performances from guest stars Rick Peters and Gregory Sporleder, talk about shooting in harsh Vancouver winters, and discuss embracing the awkwardness of kissing scenes with friends on set. Tom highlights the metaphor and correlation between the friendship fallout of Kyle and Bob and the parallels we’ll see later on with Clark and Lex. Michael talks about what it was like to shoot Lex’s first time going ‘super villain mode’ and trying to take ou...
2022-09-2151 minTalk VilleShimmerThis week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum explore if all in Shimmer is gold, as they revisit Episode #10 of Smallville! While the scores at the end might not reflect it, the guys fondly remember shooting scenes with Kelly Brook as Victoria Hardwick and talk about their favorite and least favorite locations to shoot at, as the iconic ‘barn sunset’ makes several appearances. Michael talks about working again with former co star Azura Skye and similarities in this week’s storyline to his real life. Tom talks about how you could see them still ‘figuring it out’ with the invisibility special ef...
2022-09-1450 minTalk VilleRogueTom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Episode 9 of Smallville: Rogue! The guys discuss the first break from the ‘Freak of the Week’ concept and get some insights from Al and how this was a defining test that would go on to shape the series. Tom breaks down the two major stunts where Clark stops a bus and dodges a bullet, sharing which one caused him to fall asleep while waiting to shoot. Michael shares fond memories working alongside Kelly Brook on and off set and teases a few upcoming guests in the works. Fun episode with some great scenes with...
2022-09-071h 00Talk VilleJitters with Smallville Creators Al Gough and Miles MillarSmallville creators Al Gough and Miles Millar join Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum as they revisit Jitters, one of the most epic episodes from Season 1 (featuring Candymam himself Tony Todd) sharing the absolute chaos that went on behind the scenes to put this episode together. Al and Miles talk about landing Tony Todd, why going over budget almost cost them their jobs, and the crazy reasons that more than four different directors were involved in its making. We also talk about the wire work in the final collapsing bridge scene, John Glover transitioning from a guest star, and a...
2022-08-311h 00Talk VilleCravingFinally… we’ve arrived at the Amy Adams one! This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Episode #7: Craving. The guys give huge props to Amy’s commitment in her performance, talk about what it was like working with her on set, and also discuss the delicate nature of shooting an episode that highlights eating disorders through the high school experience. We get into the mysterious nursery explosion scene, Clark awkwardly piecing everything together, and the origins of Lex’s evil ulterior motives.❤️ Subscribe and share to support the new pod!☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883
2022-08-241h 01Talk VilleHourglassThis week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Hourglass, an episode full of crazy foreshadowing, scary good guest appearances, and deadly dangerous stunts. Tom fondly remembers acting against the blind Cassandra and learning how to act for the camera in fight sequences. Michael questions Kryptonite bodies of water and talks about the iconic doomsday blood raining down scene. Lots of good behind the scenes (non episode related) stuff this week too!❤️ Subscribe and share to support the new pod!☎️ Hotline: (213) 538-2883 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
2022-08-1757 minTalk VilleX-RayTom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Episode 4 of Smallville: X-Ray and discuss the issue in acting through Clark’s super power scenes, working with guest star and ‘freak of the week’ actor Lizzy Caplan, and issues onset with a particular prop that went wrong. Tom shares what helped him convey his X-Ray power while acting and which scene he remembers Michael and he breaking in. Michael shares insights into the Lex blackmail subplot and tries to get past a scene with a particularly odd reaction from Sam Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...
2022-08-031h 00Talk VilleHotheadThings are heating up… This week Tom Welling and Michael Rosenbaum revisit Episode 3 of Smallville: Hothead. They talk about their experience working alongside The Wonder Years alumni Dan Lauria, the difficulty of the fire stunts performed in the episode, and some behind the scenes stories of working on the first episode directed by Greg Beeman. While Michael talks about how this episode highlights why people were drawn to Lex trying to fight his destiny of being the ‘bad guy,’ Tom talks about this being the beginning of Clark being in the right place at the right time. Oh yeah, and we...
2022-07-2756 minTalk VilleThe PilotBack to where it all began… Join Tom Welling (Clark) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex) as they revisit the Smallville Pilot episode more than two decades since it was filmed. The guys talk about their experience during the shooting with kingmaker David Nutter, working with established actors like John Schneider, Annette O’Toole, and John Glover, and sentiment filming and releasing around 9/11. After discussing the difficulty of certain scenes like the underwater car crash, and the epic nature of the meteor shower, Tom and Michael later reflect on certain scenes that are a bit jarring and probably wouldn’t fly nowada...
2022-07-131h 03Talk VilleWelcome to Talkville!Beginning on July 13, tag along with Tom Welling (Clark Kent) and Michael Rosenbaum (Lex Luthor) as they revisit the iconic series that changed the way you look at one of America’s favorite superheroes, Smallville! With this weekly dose of nostalgia you will get a behind-the-scenes look at what it was like to film each episode and hear fun facts that only those on set could tell you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2022-06-0602 min
Path to EnlightenmentThe Center of the Universe is within you - Part 2In this segment Michael Rosenbaum and Ellen Seigel talk about the importance of cultivating a connection with your soul and how to start doing this so you can begin to have the experience of wholeness. We also talk about the obstacles to accomplishing this. It is recommended you listen to part 1 first to help you get the most out of part 2.
2022-02-0832 min
Inside of You with Michael RosenbaumNew Release: IN LOVE... w/ Michael Rosenbaum & Chris Sullivan
Special New Release of IN LOVE... w/ Michael Rosenbaum & Chris Sullivan! Now available on all podcast streaming platforms.
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In a world full of cynicism, sarcasm and irony; Michael Rosenbaum (Smallville) and Chris Sullivan (This is Us) discuss the things in their lives that bring them joy, fulfillment and gratitude. They invite their audience and their guests to do the same. In Love… with Michael Rosenbaum and Chris Sullivan is the upbeat antidote to everything that’s bringing you down and hopefully through the process, we will all become better people, friends and lovers. What are you in love with?
2019-08-2606 min