Peanuts, Popcorn & Crackerjacks

Jeff and Christie talk about their latest film, Forever Wild Ones, and what it takes for a married couple to work together, navigate differences, and chase their dream without losing sight of each other. Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff and Christie discuss the inaugural season of the Women’s Pro Baseball League. Then Jeff sits down with actress and motorcycle-riding burlesque performer Velvetina Taylor to talk about her unexpected journey from studying to be a librarian to performing burlesque, riding motorcycles, and acting in Forever Wild Ones. And before she goes, Velvetina answers a Crackerjack Question from Heather McPhilliamy.Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff and Christie discuss All-Star Pete Crow-Armstrong and drowning out the noise in life. Then Jeff sits down with Granden Galen Goetzman, a former professional baseball player and former AEW wrestler. They talk about how they met on Sabrina Carpenter's "Manchild" music video and Granden's journey from baseball and professional wrestling to acting in Forever Wild Ones. Plus, Jeff and Christie answer a thoughtful Crackerjack question from Paula Conlon about finding an audience and following their vision.Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff and Christie kick off the episode by talking about filming their movie, Forever Wild Ones. Then Jeff sits down with two-time World Series champion Jonny Gomes to talk about triumph over tragedy, what makes a winning team, and his experience acting in Forever Wild Ones. Finally, Jeff and Christie wrap things up with a surprise Crackerjack question from Jim McCauley.Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Surviving the Summer slump, Jeff and Christie are back to discuss the MLB realignment. Jeff delves into a fascinating conversation with composer Sean Murray who talks about his journey creating music for films and video games and growing up as the son of Academy Award-nominated actor Don Murray. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Off The Boulevard musician Nick Nicholson.Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff and Christie share updates on their upcoming film Wild Ones before Jeff sits down with baseball icon Dusty Baker. From his days with Hank Aaron to managing five MLB teams—including a World Series win with the Astros—Dusty reflects on 50+ years in the game, and the evolution of baseball. Then Jeff crackerjack calls his nephew Spencer, who's off to study overseas.Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff & Christie share their journey to be America’s Favorite Couple. Jeff chats with Chicago theater king Ron Onesti—whose ambition matches his talent to entertain. Then Jeff makes a Crackerjack call to Ann-Marie Piskule, part of the small but mighty Cool Crackerjack club!Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff talks with Mike Murphy, one of the original Chicago Cubs’ Bleacher Bums whose wild and passionate fandom captured national attention during the unforgettable 1969 season, and he shares some incredible stories. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Spiro’s Deli and Peter Nestos to see if the This Old Cub sandwich is available yet. (Mike’s full interview available with subscription in season 1.) Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

Jeff and Christie discuss Jeff’s recent acting experience in an A-list pop star's music video. Then, Jeff sits down with former MLB shortstop Shawon Dunston to talk about being the #1 overall pick in the draft, breaking into the big leagues, the legendary Shawon-O-Meter, and the invaluable lessons he learned from veteran teammates. And Jeff crackerjack calls Mike Gomoll of Joey’s Song. Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms

In this episode, Jeff chats with Kansas City Royals legend Willie Wilson about the 1980s Royals, his breakthrough into the bigs, how he became a switch-hitting batting champ, and his equation for hitting triples. Then Jeff crackerjack calls Joey Banks who’s working on a movie set. Ask a Crackerjack QuestionSupport the showThanks for listening! Please follow and share. If you enjoy what you hear and would like to support us and receive exclusive content, please visit our Patreon page.  Email questions to Jeff at [email protected] to SOCIAL MEDIA, WEBSITES, and SPONSORS: https://linktr.ee/santofilms