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.

We're headed into the final season and Michael and Steve are kicking things off with a bang! Talking Sopranos welcomes Jamie-Lynn Sigler back to the podcast. This was a huge episode for Steve as he breaks down the big fight between Bobby and Tony.

Michael and Steve welcome John Ventimiglia (Artie Bucco) back to the podcast. John talks about what it was like going into that final season and his favorite memories from his time on the show.

Michael and Steve welcome the one and only Vincent Pastore (Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero) back to the podcast. Vinny enthusiastically shares his favorite memories from the show and reveals his theory on why David Chase decided to kill his character.

Michael and Steve welcome Robert Iler (AJ Soprano) back to the podcast. He talks about his time on the show and his lifelong friendship with his on-screen sister Jamie-Lynn Sigler.

Michael and Steve are joined by Sopranos writer/producer and Academy Award nominee Terry Winter. In this interview he talks about what it was like going into that final season, and how the writers were trying to wrap things up.

Michael and Steve welcome Lorraine Bracco (Dr. Melfi) back to the podcast. Lorraine was a huge part of the show and returns to discuss her thoughts about the ending. She also shares stories about David Chase and her thoughts on Tony's fate.

Aida Turturro (Janice Soprano) joins Michael and Steve for this exciting episode of Talking Sopranos. Aida shares her best and worst memories about being part of the show, as well as some intimate stories about working with James Gandolfini.

Michael and Steve welcome Steven Van Zandt (Silvio) back to the podcast. Steven shares his feelings about the final season and his thoughts about Tony's ultimate fate. This is also Steve's last episode and he shares inside info about his final scene.

What better guest than David Chase to wrap up this iconic series? Michael and Steve ask David a whole list of questions. Is there really anything to the Rhiannon theory? Did Ralphie kill Pie-O-My? Did Tony Soprano survive? It's all in this final episode.

Michael and Steve talk The Many Saints of Newark with Alessandro Nivola (Dickie Moltisanti), Michael Gandolfini (Anthony Soprano), Corey Stoll (Junior Soprano), John Magaro (Silvio Dante), Leslie Odom Jr. (Harold McBrayer) and creator David Chase.