Griffin Dunne on finding your voice and rediscovering yourself at any age
Griffin Dunne has an acclaimed career with classics like “An American Werewolf in London” or “After Hours”, but the New York actor had a rough spot in his 60s and went back to class. Listen to a fascinating tale of loss, rejoice and renewal Griffin Dunne’s personal life is as vertiginous as his prolific film and television career. The tragic death of his sister Dominique at the ripe age of 22 was an emotional shock that shook his life forever. His father, Dominick Dunne, was an acclaimed writer, journalist and producer that, after the tragic loss of his daughter, became a voice for victims of violent crimes, as well as his mother, who founded Justice for Homicide Victims. His New York Times’ best selling memoir “The Friday Afternoon Club”, from 2024, is at the center of this conversation, as the actor recalls the experience of writing it and feeling the loss of every person that was no longer with him. Faced with a series of bad decisions, as he tells so poignantly, Griffin Dunne went back to school and discovered a Chekhovian method to his acting skills. Griffin also recalls his experiences in Lisbon, as he attended the first Tribeca Festival in the capital, as well as the amazing meals and conversations that he had.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Special episode live at Tribeca Lisboa with Joana Vasconcelos: Portugal’s national treasure
Joana Vasconcelos is Portugal’s most celebrated (and bigger artist), her works have been shown at Versailles, Guggenheim, Hong Kong or featured at Dior. Listen to this conversation recorded live at Tribeca Lisboa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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André de Freitas: A comedian’s journey from surfing to stand-up
Tony Gonçalves thought he was going to interview a funny guy. Instead, the mic was turned on him when Andre de Freitas flipped the script and asked him a few questions. As one of the most recognized Portuguese comedians, André de Freitas has not only a powerful social media presence, but also a very international career. He is a man with a mission, and shares his amazing journey of perseverance and endurance to become what he is today: a funny guy who is proud of being Portuguese. This is a conversation, not an interview, as André and Tony share their experiences. André de Freitas is proud of his Portuguese heritage and he isn’t shy to share his favorite dishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Chazz Palminteri's “A Bronx Tale”: the one-man show’s new chapter in Lisbon
Chazz Palminteri is a tour de force — an actor, writer, and producer best known for “A Bronx Tale”, the powerful one-man show where he plays every role. For the first time ever, Chazz is bringing this legendary performance to Lisbon, just as it was originally staged in New York. In this episode, Chazz Palminteri reflects on his journey from the Bronx to stages across America — including a run in Las Vegas, where it earned “Show of the Year.” A fan of Lisbon, Chazz also shares his love for the city’s culture, history, and, yes, sardines, one of his favorite dishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Patrícia Vasconcelos: She cast “Love Actually” and built a bridge for Portugal’s talent
Patrícia Vasconcelos is a renowned casting director and founder of Passaporte, a platform to help promote Portuguese actors abroad. She shares her fascinating journey that spans countries like Yugoslavia or Zaire and explains why the typical hustle that is characteristic of Portuguese people is the key to success. Patricia Explains how her hustle and a series of coincidences turned her into a casting director. The daughter of renowned Portuguese director António Pedro Vasconcelos, she fondly remembers growing up amongst his father’s cameras and equipment. She also shares her favourite Portuguese food and why she doesn’t like the word “export”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Each week, join Tony Gonçalves—a U.S.-based Portuguese immigrant and successful media executive—as he explores the stories of those driving Portugal’s influence on the global stage. From visionary entrepreneurs to cultural pioneers, The Heart and Hustle of Portugal uncovers the unique ways the Portuguese identity thrives worldwide. As Expresso’s first English-language product, this series bridges cultures and connects the global audience to Portugal’s spirit of innovation, passion, and resilience.
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