FRED MELAMED: MORE THAN A GREAT CHARACTER ACTOR (Audio)

Welcome to today’s episode with special guest, the incredibly talented Fred Melamed. Fred has had a remarkable career spanning decades, from his early work as a renowned voiceover artist to becoming one of Hollywood's most celebrated character actors. Known for his unforgettable performances in films like A Serious Man, Hail, Caesar!, and Shiva Baby, Fred has also had a long-standing collaboration with Woody Allen, appearing in seven of his films, including Radio Days, Husbands and Wives, and Crimes and Misdemeanors. On television, Fred has brought to life memorable characters like Bruce Ben-Bacharach in Lady Dynamite, Gumbald in Adventure Time, and Arthur Hart in WandaVision, earning him recognition as one of the greatest character actors working today. Plus, he’s a proud father of twin sons whom he speaks about in length. Join us as we dive into Fred's storied career, his experiences with some of the biggest names in film and TV, his Jewishness, on being adopted and what it’s like balancing fatherhood with life in the spotlight.