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Ep 2: Resilience on Screen and in Life: Sean Kanan's Story of Overcoming (Season 1, Episode 2)
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In this engaging episode of "The Discovery Pod With Eve," host Eve Richards and cohost Melissa Niece Smith welcome Sean Kanan, a multifaceted American actor, producer, author, chef, and motivational speaker, famously known for his role as ...See moreIn this engaging episode of "The Discovery Pod With Eve," host Eve Richards and cohost Melissa Niece Smith welcome Sean Kanan, a multifaceted American actor, producer, author, chef, and motivational speaker, famously known for his role as Mike Barnes in "The Karate Kid Part III." Sean Kanan shares his journey from starting karate training under Shotokan master William Stoner to landing the pivotal antagonist role against Ralph Macchio's Daniel LaRusso. He further honed his skills in Shito-ryu with Fumio Demuro and with stunt coordinator Tang Soo Master Pat E. Johnson, which prepared him well for the demands of the role. The conversation delves into Kanan's diverse career, including his role in the Fox television series "The Outsiders," executive produced by Francis Ford Coppola, and his portrayal of A.J. Quartermaine on the ABC soap opera "General Hospital," for which he received a nomination from Soap Opera Digest in the Outstanding Newcomer category. Kanan discusses his personal struggles and triumphs, notably his sobriety journey and how he overcame the challenges of 2020. He talks about his life in Rome, his fluency in Italian, and his literary endeavors, including his book "The Modern Gentleman: Cooking and Entertaining with Sean Kanan," which offers recipes and tips on etiquette and entertaining. In this episode, Kanan shares insights on his acting career, his experience reprising the role of Mike Barnes in "Cobra Kai," and his new ventures as a producer. He provides advice for aspiring actors, highlights the importance of mentorship, and reflects on his inspirations and journey in the film industry. Listeners will also hear about the three people Kanan would choose to have dinner with and much more. Tune in for an inspiring and informative discussion. See less
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Eve Richards
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Eve Richards (written by)
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Roger Neal | Eve Richards
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Updated Apr 25, 2024
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Apr 25, 2024 (United States)

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