My Fame, Explained

In this episode of My Fame, Explained, host Larry Gilbert sits down with Nicola Gunby, co-founder of the fast-growing social networking app CLIQ—a platform built to solve the loneliness epidemic by bringing people together through shared interests and real-life community events. Nicola opens up about her journey from feeling isolated after moving to London post-pandemic, to launching a global app that's now connecting over 100,000 users worldwide. She shares how her background as a beauty entrepreneur helped shape her career in tech, why traditional social media falls short when it comes to real connection, and what it truly means to build community in today’s digital world. We dive into her early life in Nottingham, her transition from makeup artist to tech founder, and the personal challenges that inspired her to turn a problem into a purpose-driven startup. Plus, Nicola reveals what’s next for CLIQ in 2024 and how she’s working to reshape what it means to truly connect. Follow Nicola Gunby on Instgram [https://www.instagram.com/nicolargunby/] and CLIQ App here [https://www.instagram.com/findyourcliq/]. Follow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/laurent.gilbert/?hl=en] Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/MyFameExplained/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53513978/admin/feed/posts/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOxFpPHAZ-tp4DZQiG9oEQ]

In this episode of My Fame, Explained, host Larry Gilbert sits down with the dynamic and multitalented Mohamed Karim — a true global force in entertainment. From humble beginnings in Cairo to starring alongside Nicolas Cage, Heather Graham, and Stephen Dorff in the upcoming Lionsgate Western Gunslingers [https://www.lionsgate.com/movies/gunslingers] (in theaters April 11, 2025), Karim’s journey is anything but ordinary. Mohamed shares the gripping story of how, at just 16 years old, he arrived in Los Angeles alone, speaking barely any English, and talked his way into El Segundo High School with the simple phrase, “Me attend school here?” That bold step launched a remarkable career that now spans continents and genres. We dive into his acclaimed performances in international hits like Shahata’s Store, Stolen Kisses, and Facebook Romance, which earned him multiple Best Actor awards across the U.S., Egypt, and Europe — including honors from the Arab Film Festival, the Egyptian Oscars, and Monaco’s International Film Festival. Karim also opens up about his time hosting The Voice Arabia, his unexpected journey through medical school, and the power of relentless self-belief. Plus, Mohamed teases what’s next: a series of upcoming films including Storm, Desert Crossing, Tarot, Blooded, and One Love, as well as his highly anticipated conversation at the 2025 Arab Film Festival in LA with filmmaker Brian Skiba. Whether you’re a fan of international cinema, aspiring to break into Hollywood, or just love a good underdog story, this episode will leave you inspired to chase your dreams — no matter where you start. Follow Mohamed Karim on ⁠Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/mk_mohamedkarim]⁠. Follow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/laurent.gilbert/?hl=en] Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/MyFameExplained/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53513978/admin/feed/posts/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOxFpPHAZ-tp4DZQiG9oEQ]

Actor and stuntman Dennis Andres joins My Fame, Explained to share his inspiring journey from martial arts champion and Canadian Armed Forces member to breakout Netflix star and now Lord Paris in the upcoming film Juliet and Romeo. You may know Dennis from his standout role as Ian Matthews on Workin’ Moms, or from Netflix's Feel the Beat—but in this exclusive interview, we go deeper. Dennis opens up about growing up in Berlin and Hamilton, how a football injury redirected his path, and how a school drama teacher helped him find his true calling. In Juliet and Romeo [https://www.julietandromeomovie.com/], Dennis stars alongside Rebel Wilson and Jason Isaacs in a bold, pop-opera reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic. He breaks down what it was like to reinvent the character of Lord Paris for a modern audience, prepare for musical scenes, and work with such an electric ensemble cast. Follow Dennis Andres on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/denniscrandres]. Follow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/laurent.gilbert/?hl=en] Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/MyFameExplained/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53513978/admin/feed/posts/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOxFpPHAZ-tp4DZQiG9oEQ]

In this adrenaline-fueled episode of My Fame, Explained, we're riding shotgun with Jorden Halvorsen—a four-time world champion bull rider, fearless trailblazer, and star of Freeform’s hit documentary series Not Her First Rodeo [https://www.hulu.com/series/not-her-first-rodeo-2f7e6e70-8ece-45c9-a4ff-8abefe2f2c3f]. Jorden opens up about her unexpected journey from English show jumping to dominating the bull riding world, the life-changing decision to ride her first bull at 17, and how that single moment launched her into becoming one of the most recognized female athletes in the sport today. We dive into her creation of The Elite Lady Bull Riders, a groundbreaking all-women's bull riding association aimed at legitimizing and empowering female competitors nationwide. Jorden also shares behind-the-scenes stories from filming Not Her First Rodeo, what it’s really like working with Dale Brisby at Rodeo Time, and how her horse Jessie and golden retriever Star keep her grounded amidst the chaos of life in the arena. Whether you’re a rodeo fan, a docuseries junkie, or someone chasing your own wild dream—this conversation is a powerful reminder of grit, heart, and finding your place in a world that wasn’t built for you. Follow Jorden on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jorden395/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@jorden395] Follow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/laurent.gilbert/?hl=en] Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/MyFameExplained/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53513978/admin/feed/posts/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOxFpPHAZ-tp4DZQiG9oEQ]

In this captivating episode of My Fame Explained, we delve into the dynamic world of Elysia Rotaru [https://elysiarotaru.com/]—a versatile actress, acclaimed voice-over artist, and visionary producer. Elysia's journey is a testament to her unwavering passion for storytelling and her ability to seamlessly navigate multiple facets of the entertainment industry. From her early days in Vancouver, where she cultivated a love for performance through classical piano and theater, Elysia's artistic pursuits led her to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Simon Fraser University. Her on-screen presence has graced popular television series such as Arrow, Psych, Backstrom, and Turner & Hooch, as well as films like Cold Pursuit and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules . Elysia's vocal talents have brought life to characters across various media, including Black Canary in Justice Society: World War II, She-Hulk in Marvel Super Hero Adventures, and roles in video games like FIFA and Avowed. Her voice has also been featured in campaigns for global brands such as Nordstrom and McDonald’s . In 2022, Elysia expanded her creative horizons by founding Little Psycho Productions, through which she has co-produced award-winning short films. Her commitment to storytelling and collaboration continues to inspire audiences and creators alike . Join us as Elysia shares insights into her multifaceted career, the importance of adaptability in the arts, and the driving force behind her creative endeavors. Whether you're an aspiring artist or a seasoned professional, Elysia's story offers valuable lessons on passion, perseverance, and the power of storytelling. Elysia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elysiarotaru/ [https://www.instagram.com/elysiarotaru/] Follow Larry Gilbert on⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/laurent.gilbert/?hl=en] Follow the My Fame, Explained podcast on: * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/MyFameExplained/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.tiktok.com/@myfameexplained] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/53513978/admin/feed/posts/] * ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiOxFpPHAZ-tp4DZQiG9oEQ]