Talking Sopranos

Michael and Steve welcome Dania Ramirez to the podcast. She appeared in five episodes of the Sopranos as Blanca Selgado. She talks about how nervous she was her first day on set and how James Gandolfini calmed her down.

Michael and Steve break down what could be one of the most complicated episodes of the entire series. Is Tony Soprano really Kevin Finnerty? The entire episode is one long dream… or is it?

Michael and Steve are joined by Vanessa Ferlito (Tina Francesco) and Bob Shaw (Sopranos Production Designer) on this episode.

Michael and Steve welcome Lou Mustillo (Sal "The Gardener" Vitro) to the podcast. Lou was only in four episodes, but he was definitely a memorable character.

Michael and Steve welcome William DeMeo (Jason Molinaro) and Joe Maruzzo (Joey Peeps). Will talks about how he always dreamed of joining The Sopranos, but when he got his big chance, he had to turn it down because he was shooting Analyze This.

Michael and Steve welcome Saundra Santiago (Jeannie and Joan Cusamano) and Bob LuPone (Dr. Bruce Cusamano). First, Saundra talks about how she was first brought in to read for the role of Carmela. Then Bob LuPone talks about working with James Gandolfini.

This week Robert Patrick (David Scatino) joins Michael and Steve for another episode of Talking Sopranos. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about working with James Gandolfini. Then Michael and Steve break down this week's episode.

Julianna Margulies (Julianna Skiff) joins Michael and Steve on the podcast. Julianna talks about her life, her career and what she learned from Michael on The Sopranos. Then Michael and Steve get into this week's controversial episode.

Michael and Steve welcome Tim Daly (J.T. Dolan) to the podcast. Tim talks about his relationship with David Chase and how he ended up with the part. This might be Michael's favorite overall, and he shares how he got through the emotional scenes.

This week Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa welcome Emily Wickersham (Rhiannon Flammer) and Pete Busossi (Sopranos Stunt Coordinator) to the Talking Sopranos podcast.

Michael and Steve welcome Cara Buono (Kelli Moltisanti) and Alan Taylor (Sopranos director). Cara shares a great story about how Edie Falco welcomed her to the set. Alan not only directed nine episodes of The Sopranos but also The Many Saints of Newark.

Michael and Steve take on the Season 6A finale! Another fantastic episode with lots to discuss. This was a huge episode and a fan favorite.

Michael and Steve are joined by Toni Kalem (Angie Bonpensiero) for the season 5 finale. During the interview Michael and Steve are surprised to find out that Toni was a finalist to play the role of Carmela.