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"HENRY JOHNSON"!
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STANDISH: What is the first thing you ever remember cooking?
HENRY: Chicken wings when I was 5 years old on the microwave lol
STANDISH: Who is someone you looked up to as a child & still do today?
HENRY: My Grandfather. Strong character and work ethic.
STANDISH: What is something you hate doing in the kitchen?
HENRY: Inventory lol. Always seems to take HOURS
STANDISH: What's the most nerve racking part of being on Hell's Kitchen?
HENRY: On camera and audio 24/7
STANDISH: How is it working with Gordon Ramsay? Any good advice he's given you?
HENRY: AMAZING!!! Through his praise and feedback it helped me revalidate my passion for food and hospitality
STANDISH: Did you expect to land Hell's Kitchen?
HENRY: Hell No!!! This was a dream coming true in the realist way!!
STANDISH: What is your favorite food for take out? Why?
HENRY: Ramen!!! Its a bowl of heaven.... everything you need in one vessel
STANDISH: Tell the readers your reoccurring kitchen nightmare…
HENRY: The ticket printer wont stop printing and we run out of food
STANDISH: What is the most underrated cooking ingredient in your opinion?
HENRY: Salt.......it needs more attention!! It is what unlocks flavor!!
STANDISH: What do you listen to while you chef it up?
HENRY: Jazz and classic soul. Ottis and Coltrane for the win!!
STANDISH: How many times a week does the walk-in cooler hear your screams?
HENRY: zero....I scream on the line....lol
STANDISH: If you could change one thing in the world today, what would that be?
HENRY: Making seasonal ingredients seasonal again!!
STANDISH: What are your social links?
HENRY: @illhaveacoke on IG
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
HENRY: It was an absoulte pleasure answering these questions and being apart of the HK legecy!!!
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Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"GARY GRAY"!
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STANDISH: Let's start off strong. What inspired you to become a voice actor?
GARY: Since i started acting on camera early, it was really only a matter of time before I showed interest in other forms of acting. I was 10 when I got the audition for Rocket Power. The agent I had just interviewed with submitted me for it, and I booked it. It was something so cool to me, to be able to voice a character that I would have watched without even being involved with the project. After that my VO craving was absolutely insatiable.
STANDISH: With that being said, you voiced "Sam Squid" in Nickelodeon's "Rocket Power", tell us how you landed this amazing role...
GARY: My introduction into the VO world started with Rocket Power! As I stated before - this was the first major character audition that I ever had in the VO world. It was so crazy because I read the copy for Rocket Power while interviewing with a new agent. After the meeting, learning that I booked that job was like a dream come true. After booking it, I learned that I was coming in a a replacement for actor Sam Saletta. I was determined to make my own way as Squid, and I think I achieved that.
STANDISH: You voiced "Charley" in the "Clifford The Big Red Dog" legacy, can you tell us more?
GARY: I loved working on Clifford! The cast of that show was just absolutely amazing. From John Ritter, to Kel Mitchell, Cree Summer, the list goes on. I was the youngest person in the booth but I benefited greatly from it. The experience is still so unique because every member of the cast was in a huge booth at the same time. I think back to many things I've done and it was so normal to be the only one in the booth. I loved the way Clifford recorded because the energy was so great having everyone in there. I loved Charleys character as well, being really the only representation for Black boys on the show. Such a great opportunity and memory.
STANDISH: You voiced "A.J." in Nickelodeon's "Fairly OddParents", can you tell us more?
GARY: AJ is "the one". lol. Whenever people talk about my voice acting there is never a time where AJ isn't mentioned. I voiced him for 16 years. There is such a strong bond between myself and the character/show. I basically grew up in that booth. I loved working with the legends we had on that show, I learned so much - again I was the youngest person to voice a main character on the show. Going to Nick Studios every week to record such a beloved show was the most fun I've had on a VO project, for sure.
STANDISH: What's your favorite thing about being on Disney's "Even Stevens"?
GARY: The fanbase! Even Stevens has some diehard fans! I love going places and getting recognized for that show because they are usually talking about a specific episode or even a specific scene. It's amazing to engage with fans who know the material. You just can't top that.
STANDISH: What’s your process for getting into character when recording?
GARY: Well for auditions I am very much looking to figure out the character in my process. But for someone that I've voiced for a while it's different. That character becomes a part of me. I don't really have any pre-record rituals or anything like that. For auditions, you will probably catch me doing some research for what I'm about to try - but usually that's the extent of it.
STANDISH: Which character has been the most fun or meaningful to voice? Why?
GARY: The most meaningful? Definitely AJ from Fairly Odd Parents. To have a Black boy be represented in that way, is the best thing as an actor. He was a genius, pretty well off financially, both parents...these were all things that were not common when representing the Black family nucleus on animated television. I was and am still so proud to have voiced that character.
The most fun? If not AJ, then probably Teddy from Fallout 4. I modeled his voice after my Dad. :)
STANDISH: How does it feel to be an inspiration in the children’s television community?
GARY: I don't take it lightly at all. I recently had someone that I am a huge fan of tell me how much he was inspired by my work, and how much he owes to my trailblazing. It's very surreal when you think that there were only a handful of people that looked like me working in this field at first. Knowing that I was a part of a movement that allowed actors and consumers alike feel seen is something that I hold very near and dear to me.
STANDISH: Can you share a funny or surprising moment from a recording session?
GARY: Oh man, take your pick. When you have been in the booth with people for so long, you are bound to have some hilarious moments. I don't think any stand out in particular since we were ALWAYS laughing, but I do miss the cast of Rocket Power getting the giggles in the booth. We would always have to stop and regroup if it got too bad. I miss those times for sure.
STANDISH: What's on Gary's playlist?
GARY: Music? Oh man I have a VERY expansive music taste. I listen to everything from Jay-Z, to Dance Gavin Dance. My favorite genre is Blues, so there are a ton of artists like David Ryan Harris, War & Treaty, Tab Benoit, Eric Clapton, Joe Bonamassa, Blues Traveler, etc. But I love everything. I love Janet Jackson, shes my favorite pop artist. So much comes from her music and performance style. I love Kendrick, Westside Boogie, KB Devaughn for my West Coast feel. I love me some Sleep Token, Durand Bernarr, Marc E. Bassy, JID, Fall Out Boy...I'm all over the place. Mix in movie soundtracks, video game scores, and musicals too. I love all of it.
STANDISH: If you could pick 1 role, any role to voice, what it be?
GARY: Wow, I would really love a role in a popular anime. I think that's the one realms of Voiceover I haven't tapped into yet. That would be really awesome.
STANDISH: What can we look forward to in the future from you?
GARY: I have a few roles in the tuck that I can't speak on yet. But definitely just expect more visibility from me in general. Through my career I've been known to be a bit of a hermit/recluse, but since starting a family I've been more open to showing the world what makes me who I am. I'll be more on socials for sure. I also am kicking the tires pretty heavy on my own productions. From animated supernatural stories to live action drama, my company has a starting slate that could rival many studios. Right now it's about partnering with the right people and finding the right funding.
STANDISH: Where do you see yourself in 5 years from now?
GARY: Owner and operator of one of the most innovative boutique production companies the world has ever seen. Loving family life with my son and wife. Just those two sentences alone make me smile and excited for the future.
STANDISH: Who are some of your mentors?
GARY: In a weird way almost everyone that I've worked with has been a mentor to me in some capacity. Ones that stand out - definitely Ms. Debbie Allen (dancer, director, actor, entertainer). I was dancing at her studio at a very young age and I learned a LOT about business, and how to teach or coach someone through her. So many lessons that I still use in my daily life.
STANDISH: Top 3 things on your bucket list?
GARY: Go back to Japan with my wife.
Produce content under my production company.
Continue to have an amazing life.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
Twitter: @GaryLGray
IG: @GaryLGray
Tik Tok: @Mr.GaryLGray
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tandish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"Antonio Wormley"!
Let's get into some exclusive questions...
STANDISH: What is the first thing you ever remember cooking?
The first thing I remember cooking was home fries. I remember waking up on Saturday and Grandma would be in the kitchen making breakfast. I would wash & peel the potatoes and watch her throw down.
STANDISH: Who is someone you looked up to as a child & still do today?
My grandma. Grandma was my biggest cheerleader growing up and while she passed away a few years ago I still aim to make her proud every day.
STANDISH: What is something you hate doing in the kitchen?
I absolutely hate cleaning fresh lima beans. It is such a tedious and time consuming task.
STANDISH: What's the most nerve racking part of being on Hell's Kitchen?
The element of surprise. Most chefs are used to following some kind of daily schedule. Knowing when deliveries will arrive and when certain tasks need to be completed helps ensure you're ready for service. On Hell's Kitchen there was no schedule. We never knew what was coming next.
STANDISH: How is it working with Gordon Ramsay? Any good advice he's given you?
Working with Gordon Ramsay was inspirational. When you have one on one time with him you get to see a different side to him from how he is in the kitchen. He is so humble, down to earth and truly wants to see other chefs succeed. At the end of the day he is a husband & dad just like so many of us and he told us how important it is to make the most of family time when you're off work.
STANDISH: Did you expect to land Hell's Kitchen?
No, there are so many applicants every year and knowing only a select few chefs would be chosen out of all the applicants
STANDISH: What is your favorite food for take out? Why?
Ramen. I grew up eating top ramen and would experiment adding different ingredients. Ramen has now become so popular the options are endless.
STANDISH: Tell the readers your reoccurring kitchen nightmare…
My recurring kitchen nightmare is hearing the timer go off. We set a timer when cooking the wellingtons and there was also a countdown timer for the daily challenges before dinner service.
STANDISH: What is the most underrated cooking ingredient in your opinion?
The most underrated ingredient is MSG. It gets a bad rap for being unhealthy and making food too salty but it can truly enhance the flavor profile of a dish. When using MSG you are able to reduce the amount of salt needed. By adding MSG it provides an umami flavor which in addition to salty, sweet, bitter and sour is one of the fives tastes.
STANDISH: What do you listen to while you chef it up?
I listen to a wide variety of music. It depends on the vibe in the kitchen, how my staff is feeling along with the time of day. We typically start the day off with some 90s alternative, mid afternoon we listen to some country and rock n roll and then when we are getting closer to service we listen to hip-hop & afro beats, during closing we listen to latin music. We have a diverse kitchen so you never know what is going to be playing on the aux.
STANDISH: How many times a week does the walk-in cooler hear your screams?
I would say on average about two times a week. It depends on the week but the walk-in has without a doubt heard my rants and problems
STANDISH: If you could change one thing in the world today, what would that be?
Unity. There is a lot of division in the world today and I would like to bring more people together. Food is a universal language that fosters connections no matter your background. I believe food should tell a story and create a memory. I hope my cooking can bring people together.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
instagram @ant_worm
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
Thank you Standish for the this opportunity. To all the HK fans thank you for your support you all are the ones who make this journey so memorable. If you are ever in Rhode Island come check out Little Clam or if you need a personal chef don't hesitate to reach out.
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tandish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"RICHARD BARONE"!
Let's get into some exclusive questions...
STANDISH: Can you tell Standish913 about a hidden gem in NYC...
New York City is filled with hidden gems. That's one of the things I love about living here. The hidden gems are often in plain sight, waiting to be discovered. Like the Museum of the City of New York, way uptown at 103rd Street on Fifth Avenue. Unless you're already uptown, it may require a special trip, but it's always worth it. The exhibitions, focusing on the art and culture of New York itself, are always fresh, vibrant, and relevant. And, it's a great place to learn about other NYC hidden gems!
STANDISH: What is your favorite genre of music to work with?
I love all genres of music. I've been fortunate to work with so many different artists. But, when I write a song, I don't usually think in terms of genre. A song is a thought or idea and can take many forms. I like mixing genres and coming up with something new.
I think people who listen only to a favorite genre can be trapped by it and will miss out on a lot of great music.
STANDISH: Who came up with the idea to have "All Fall Down" in 4 different genres?
We both did. I started out writing a rock riff. I wrote my verses and then sent a rough track to Darryl (Darryl "DMC" McDaniels), who wrote some amazing verses that blew me away. Once we had recorded the song together, I mentioned we could do an acoustic folk version, and Darryl immediately suggested we needed to also do a country version, and then suggested Johnny Juice from Public Enemy to do a hip-hop one. It's the first single ever to be released in four different genres simultaneously by the same artist.
STANDISH: What do you prefer the most? Recording, Performing, Producing, Teaching or Writing?
Ahh, I love it all. I have a special love for the recording process because I love records. As a child, they mystified me. I love sculpting and shaping sounds in the studio. But performing on stage for an audience is so incredibly energizing. I love the way it feels. And producing is so mentally stimulating. Teaching is a great way for me to share what I've learned, and that's big part of my job as a musician, too. And writing books and articles brings out the true nerd in me! I loved the process of writing Music + Revolution: Greenwich Village in the 1960s during the pandemic, as there were no shows to do, so I could focus 100% on researching, interviewing, and writing. And I love writing for Tape Op magazine.
STANDISH: What have you learned from teaching at The New School’s School of Jazz & Contemporary Music?
I have learned that I constantly learn from my students -- through their questions and comments, and by hearing them interpret the songs and music we study. They inspire me with their talent and how they process the material we cover. I can tell you that I learn as much from them as they learn from me.
STANDISH: Who were the Bongos members to you?
The members of The Bongos are my brothers. Frank, Rob, James, and I are all very close. Like all bands, we've gone through a lot together. This year, 2025, we will be releasing a live album that was originally recorded for RCA Records in 1985 but never released until now. I went into the studio with producer Steve Addabbo and we made a new mix using the original 24-track analog tapes. We're happy to have it come out because it's been a missing part of our catalog for so long. It will be available on CD from JEM Records and on streaming services on RCA Records/Legacy Recordings.
STANDISH: If you could be a child again and choose your career, would you be going down the same path you currently are today?
Ha! Of course. Even knowing what I know, I'd probably be going down the same path. Why would I want a different path than the one I am on? Mine began when I was a child. At age seven, I was obsessed with listening to the radio, then ended up on the top-40 radio station myself as "The Little DJ." I got my first electric guitar that year. I don't know any other life than the one I live, which has always been filled with music.
Just the way I like it.
STANDISH: As you may know, DMC is the face of Standish913 so were curious when did you meet DMC & where?
Well, we had first crossed paths briefly in the 1980s, when we were both starting out. I was a Run DMC fan and loved their first singles and albums, and the Bongos were also just getting started. In 2018, Darryl and I were on a panel together discussing creativity and collaboration at an event sponsored by Record Store Day. Right there on the panel, I mentioned we should collaborate sometime. He said Yes! Darryl came to speak to my class at The New School several times. Then, when I came up with the music for "All Fall Down" a few years later, I knew it was a song we could collaborate on. I can't tell you how excited I am about the way that it all came together.
STANDISH: What is something you'll never forget from your time with The Bongos?
Well, we still perform, at least occasionally, so I don't look at it so much as something from the distant past. But, as far as the early days with the band, I'll never forget the first time we played at Maxwell's, our home club in Hoboken. I will never forget when we were asked to join the B-52s on their first American tour. We were all big fans of the B's, and it was a thrill to tour with them. And it was unforgettable when we were nominated and attended the very first MTV Video Music Awards at Radio City Music Hall.
STANDISH: If you could tell younger you something what would it be?
I'd probably say It's easy to get lost, so always follow your own path, trust your intuition, stay true to your purpose and intentions, and not be seduced by the trappings of celebrity.
But, then again, tonight I watched an episode of the original Twilight Zone TV series from the 1960s and, in it, a man went back 25 years to try to give advice to his younger self. Both got injured. So, I might reconsider.
STANDISH: What is your favorite instrument to play?
Guitar, of course. There's nothing like a Gibson Les Paul. But I love playing Mellotron, various analog synths, Waterphone, Stylophone... anything that lets me express the sounds a song needs.
STANDISH: What was your inspiration behind Sorrows and Promises?
Sorrows & Promises came about because I wanted to take a deep dive into the history of the neighborhood I live in, Greenwich Village in New York City. In the 1960s, over two decades before I arrived, the neighborhood was in the midst of a creative explosion that sparked the singer/songwriter movement. It was a style that was personal and political, led to other genres, and opened the door for all that followed. What happened there is the basis of the music that I play, and I wanted to go back to the beginning. Although some of the history is hinted at in the current movie A Complete Unknown, that film focuses on only one of the artists who came out of that movement. There were many other important figures, and on Sorrow & Promises, I performed their songs. The idea came to me from writer Mitchell Cohen, who pulled me aside after a show and suggested the project. It led to a series of lectures and panel discussions, teaching a fifteen-week course at The New School, now in its seventh year, which led to me writing Music + Revolution as its textbook, producing concerts in Central Park and the Museum of the City of New York among other venues culminating at Carnegie Hall in 2023. All celebrating Greenwich Village in the 1960s. Thank you, Mitchell!
STANDISH: What made you want to write the song "Cool Blue Halo?"
[Note, Cool Blue Halo is an album, not a song]
At the end of the eighties, as The Bongos began going our separate ways, I reevaluated what I wanted to do with my music. Instead of the four-piece rock band I had been part of, I started performing with just a cellist and guitarist, later adding a percussionist, in a much more acoustic and moody setting. I wanted to make it as different as possible from The Bongos. The resulting sound was unique, and people seemed to like it, so I phoned my friend Marty Scott at JEM Records and asked if the label would like to record a live album. It was quite a departure for me, but it was well-received and was the beginning of my solo career.
STANDISH: What are you most proud of in your career thus far?
I'm proud of recordings I have produced for other artists, most recently the young band Eater Life, whose debut E.P. was just released. I'm proud of my students and of my work as a professor. And, I'm proud of my book Music + Revolution because I feel it's important to hear about music history in a factual and deeply researched way from a musician who actually plays that music, not a critic or a historian, but someone who lives it and loves it.
STANDISH: Standish913 is firm on creating the younger generation into giving opportunity, do you have any advice for younger people?
Both of my two books were written with younger readers in mind. My first book, Frontman: Surviving the Rock Star Myth, is especially filled with advice. The most important advice I can offer is a thread through all my work, and was well-stated in a famous quote by the great Oscar Wilde: "Be yourself; everyone else is already taken."
STANDISH: What's a memory you have from years ago you might want to share?
Around 2010, Pete Seeger calling me to chat in the late afternoons. I miss talking with Pete. Truly a mentor and role model for me.
STANDISH: What has been the biggest opportunity for you in your career?
The Bongos' first record deal with Fetish Records in England, and the freedom they gave us, really gave our career a kick, as did our signing with RCA Records three years later. Having the honor of producing Pete Seeger's last single in 2012 was a very special opportunity. But maybe the biggest opportunity was helping to start the Hoboken music community of the 1980s at Maxwell's with its owner Steve Fallon. I think, for me, that led to everything else.
STANDISH: If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would they be?
That's a tough one. The first three that come to mind at this moment are Andy Warhol, John Lennon, and President John Fitzgerald Kennedy because I bet the conversation would be interesting. But if you ask me in ten minutes, I'd come up with an entirely different three.
STANDISH: What is something on your bucket list you haven't completed that you wish to do?
I've never learned to swim, but I'm taking lessons this summer.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
@RichardBarone - IG, X, Bluesky
@RichardBaroneOfficial - Facebook, YouTube
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
I'm fortunate to have had opportunities to work with so many of my heroes and favorites, and none of them have ever let me down. I don't take it for granted. I'm grateful for all of it, and I always strive to give back through my own work.
Thank you for your questions!
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Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"CARL TOOP"!
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STANDISH: You played "Alien Warrior" in 1986's "ALIENS", how did you land that role? How long did it take to film?
CARL: I was working in the West End of London in a play called ‘Jumpers’ by Tom Stoppard and in one of the scenes I was dressed as an astronaut and I was on wires flying across the stages to the music from ‘2001 A Space Odyssey’, ( very dramatic!). And because of this scene and my training as a dancer, my agent phoned me to ask if I was interested in auditioning for the role of an Alien Warrior in a film called ‘Aliens’. Well I had rent to pay so I agreed to go along and take my chances! When I got to Pinewood studios, where the audition was taking place, I walked into the audition studio and it looked like the world and his partner had turned up! Anyway,I got through the first audition, and the second audition and we got to the third audition and we had been whittled down to about twenty and they told us they were only looking for one ‘dancing’ Alien Warrior and they would let us know! How many times had I heard that!! Well, when I got home the phone rang and my agent told me I had been selected. Oh boy, did i celebrate that night. The day after, my agent called again to say that there was a little problem, as the contract was for four months and starting in two weeks time and the problem was I was still contracted to the theatre in London. Being young and brave at the time I suggested that I film during the day and play at the theatre in the evenings and have my understudy cover me for the matinee performances. And believe it or not the theatre management and Twentieth Century Fox agreed to this and the deal was done!
STANDISH: What was it llike working with James Cameron?
CARL: Working with someone like James Cameron is an amazing experience. He knew what he wanted and how to get it. He is a perfectionist and expects others to have the same values. He would explain a scene to me and tell me where he wanted me to start the shot and where to finish it and in between I was given free rein to create the movement of the creature. Nine times out of ten we got it right!! He has an amazing imagination and memory and can explain in detail what he wants.
STANDISH: How long was the process of getting full "Alien Warrior" costume?
CARL: The process of getting into the main costume was pretty quick as it was just a Lycra body suit with rubber elements glued on. But then all the attachments had to be put on, the hands, the feet, the rib cage, the back pipes, the head and if required for the scene, the tail. So the whole process took about one hour and a half hours . And once I was in it, I was in for the rest of the day!
STANDISH: After the success of Aliens, did James ever reach out to you?
CARL: NO!!!! Because I was based in the Uk and had my life and work there and he was based in Canada and the US it was easier (and cheaper!) to use people nearby. That is my reasoning, and I am sticking to it!!!
STANDISH: Tell us a little about your overall mission, Carl -
CARL: My main mission in life is to make the most of every second of it.
STANDISH: How does it feel to be such an inspiration in the Horror community?
CARL: I must admit I didn’t know I was such an inspiration until I started doing conventions and meeting the fans. I didn’t realise how much the film had touched people and inspired some people to get into the world of cinema or theatre either for acting or creating SFX. Some of the cosplayers I see at conventions have created some amazing costumes. It is a real honour when they come up to me and show me their work and we can talk about it in detail. So to answer your question, it feels great!
STANDISH: if you could play 1 dream role, what would it be?
CARL: I don’t really have a dream role (i’ll take whatever I am offered!) But when I was a kid, there was a Japanese cartoon called ‘Marine Boy’. He saved the sea from villains, had a dolphin called Splasher as a friend, his father created a chewing gum which produced oxygen so that he could stay under what for ages, and lots of other gadgets. And I as a kid I wanted to be marine boy.
STANDISH: If you could give any advice to the younger generation, what would it be?
CARL: If you want it, go for it and don’t give up. And don’t forget you can be kind and successful at the same time!
STANDISH: What can we look forward to in the future from you?
CARL: Well next year is the 40th anniversary of the release of Aliens . So next year I am going to busy with cast reunions and celebrations.
STANDISH: Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
CARL: Happy and contented.
STANDISH: Who are some of your mentors?
CARL: My parents for teaching me life’s ethics.
Fred Astaire for inspiring me to dance.
Barbra Streisand for convincing me.
And my partner for just being there.
STANDISH: What do you enjoy most about dancing?
CARL: Losing my inhibitions. Escaping from my shy self. And being able to express myself through my body
STANDISH: What was the first thing you ever remember cooking? Favorite dish?
CARL: Was with my mother. We baked jam tarts. We made our own pastry, filled them with jam. Baked them in the oven.But the jam burnt before before the pastry was cooked. So lesson learnt was put the jam in after you cooked the pastry. I have improved a bit since then!
My favorite dish is one that has been cooked for me.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
Instagram: carltoop.alienwarrior1986
Facebook: Alien Warrior-Carl Toop
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Standish913.com has been blessed to do an exclusive interview with...
"CHASE CARDOZA"!
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STANDISH: What is the first thing you ever remember cooking?
“General Joe’s Chicken.” My mom found a recipe in the newspaper while we lived in Beeville, Texas for General Tso’s Chicken. Being a kid with a lisp and only nine years old I couldn’t pronounce it correctly and instead called it “General Joe’s.” The name stuck amongst the family, and it became a staple in our household. Shortly before leaving for Hell’s Kitchen, my aunt found the hand written recipe from my late mom, framed it, and sent it to me. It sits in my bedroom as a reminder of where I started and what matters most to me in my life.
STANDISH: Who is someone you looked up to as a child & still do today?
My father, Mike. Since I was a kid he showed me what it meant to take the high road, and what hard work and perseverance truly mean. He also told me that if I love what I do I’ll never work a day in my life. Twenty years in restaurants, and that still holds true today. He’s my biggest supporter and advocate, and is always there to cheer me on. I hope to be half the man he is some day.
Culinarily, I’ve always looked up to him Dan Barber. As a Montanan, growing up in farm and ranch country, I’m always impressed by his stewardship of land conservation and how he minimizes waste through using the eternity of his ingredients. I draw a lot of inspiration from what he has going on in his restaurants.
STANDISH: What is something you hate doing in the kitchen?
Peeling onions. I cry every time. It’s the worst task, ever!
STANDISH: What's the most nerve racking part of being on Hell's Kitchen?
The lack of privacy. From the moment you arrive in Hell’s Kitchen, to the moment you depart, everything you say and do is recorded and viewed by someone. You don’t have anywhere you can go and get away to unwind in privacy.
STANDISH: How is it working with Gordon Ramsay? Any good advice he's given you?
Chef Ramsey is truly spectacular. He’s extremely talented, and has an amazing ability to see your potential and really drive you to being the best chef you possibly can be. He doesn’t ask for perfection, he demands it, and you’d best deliver. From my departure of the show, the best advice he gave was to take care of myself; put my health first and surround myself with a support network that loves and cares for me. Truly, he changed a lot about my career and I’m thankful for the advice and opportunities he gave me.
STANDISH: Did you expect to land Hell's Kitchen?
Honestly, no! I’d never considered even applying for the show, to be frank. I was approached by a casting producer via instagram who thought I’d be a great addition to the show. I thought it was a scam, but just went along with it. Over several months I sat through an enormous amount of interviews before they told me that I was selected to represent Montana and be on the show. It was a wild ride for sure!
STANDISH: What is your favorite food for take out? Why?
When I lived in bigger cities I was a McDonald’s fiend. Nothing beats a double cheeseburger and an order of nuggets. It’s always consistent, they’re open all night long, and the wait isn’t more than ten minutes. Being back in Montana, it’s always a Sausage Skillet burrito from Town Pump. I live in a town where our only fast food restaurant is Subway, and that closes right as we’re leaving after service. Town Pump makes amazing food from scratch that’s grab-and-go, and it’s a local Montana company. Can’t go wrong there!
STANDISH: Tell the readers your reoccurring kitchen nightmare…
I’m on the line, cooking as fast as I possibly can. The ticket printer is screaming at me. Across the pass previous chefs I’ve worked with scream at me to hurry up, and point out every mistake. It’s an anxiety dream, for certain! Usually those are the days I wake up early, and go through the process of reminding myself why I do what I do and why I love it every day.
STANDISH: What is the most underrated cooking ingredient in your opinion?
Lemon Juice. So many dishes are taken to the next level by the tiniest splash of lemon juice. One of mentors taught me that, if you taste something and your brain screams for more salt, just give it a splash of lemon. It really brightens and balances a dish, and I don’t think enough chefs give it the credit is deserves.
STANDISH: What do you listen to while you chef it up?
I’m all over the place. One minute it’s Rage Against the Machine and Tiger Army, the next it’s Daft Punk and Kraftwerk. I’m known to play ABBA and Depeche Mode in the same day as Orville Peck and Tanya Tucker. For me, music in the kitchen about the mode and keeping the vibe going. Lately, my kitchen has been on a 90’s kick. We’re listening to a lot of Green Day, Radiohead, and Blind Melon. We do any excellent job of sharing the speaker, so it’s always a treat to see where someone’s musical taste lies!
STANDISH: How many times a week does the walk-in cooler hear your screams?
Never. I don’t scream in the walk-in. Instead, I’ll head in there, take a deep breath, compose myself, and conquer what needs to be done. If I’m screaming and shouting then I’ve lost control of the kitchen and my emotions, and that’s not ideal for a smooth and effective service. If my staff sees me screaming they lose faith in my ability to steer the ship and take them through whatever storm comes our way.
STANDISH: If you could change one thing in the world today, what would that be?
The stigma around mental health. Especially in the culinary industry. I left Hell’s Kitchen due to my depression and anxiety spiraling out of control. I involved myself with therapy, and did the work to get myself somewhere that was healthy and beneficial for me and those that matter in my life. It’s hard opening up to a complete stranger, and even harder to actually do the work to put yourself in a better place. Yet, I think the world would be a tremendous place if more people did the work and involved themselves. The only way we can fix this world is if we talk about the problems and solve them together.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
You can find me on instagram @chefcardoza
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include?
Thank you for having me here and this opportunity. I always love getting to connect, and share my life in the hopes that it touches and benefits someone out there!
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"CRAIG DWSETT"!
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STANDISH: Since our last interview in 2023, what has Craig been up to?
Since our last interview, its been a crazy busy time for me over the last 2 years, I've been on the comic con tour world wide, meeting all the fans which has been amazing! Plus i have now started writing and directing my own movies with my directional debut coming with “Bigfoot Primal Fear”
STANDISH: What first drew you to the horror genre?
Ive always had an interest in horror movies so naturally i wanted to act in one, so to of been the first childhood story monster is pretty cool!
STANDISH: Do you personally enjoy watching horror movies, or do you prefer acting in them?
I like to do both to be honest. Its great to act in them, but also great to sit back and chill and watch a cool horror movie.
STANDISH: How do you mentally prepare for intense or disturbing scenes?
To mentally prepare myself for intense scenes i just practice a lot both physically and mentally, so when the cameras roll I'm ready to go. If you know your character and lines then that is half the battle won.
STANDISH: Have you ever had nightmares after filming a horror project?
Ahh no, no nightmares im a pretty chilled guy, not a lot bothers me.
STANDISH: What’s your favorite horror movie of all time (outside of your own work)?
My favourite horror movie of all time is A Nightmare On Elm Street. Such a classic and kind of the god father of horror movies in a way.
STANDISH: Do fans ever approach you with unusual or scary encounters because of your role as Winnie?
Ive been quite lucky in that respect. But i do recall someone screaming at me once for ruining their favourite childhood character. Plus the odd death threat here and there on social media.
STANDISH: What’s the most challenging aspect of working with heavy makeup, prosthetics, or special effects?
Its very challenging wearing a full head mask in a film. Its heavy, hard to breathe, hard to hear anything and very hot inside. So you need to overcome all those aspect's first and then concentrate on the acting part.
STANDISH: If you could play any iconic horror character from the past,, who would it be?
I would love to play Michael Myers, or Jason Vorrhees. That would be an amazing experience.
STANDISH: Are you working on anything apooky for us?
So coming soon is my directional debut in the horror film “Bigfoot Primal Fear” and cameras roll soon on my next action feature film “Retribution” so keep an eye out for those.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
Please follow me on instagram:
@craig_david_dowsett
@cd_productionscompany
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"JOHN MASSARI"!
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STANDISH: Your band, JM, released a cover of The Dickies' theme song "Killer Klowns From Outer Space" in May 2025 — can you tell us more?
JOHN MASSARI: Absolutely! From the very beginning, The Dickies’ theme defined the Killer Klowns experience — Pure Punk energy. To initiate our creative process, JM reinterpreted the song through our own alt-metal lens. Heavier, darker, but still a celebration of that mischievous, bizarre energy that the Chiodo Brothers created back in the day.
STANDISH: What's your personal favorite track from Killer Klowns From Outer Space?
JOHN MASSARI: That's like asking me to pick a favorite child! But if I had to choose, "Escape from the Klownship" Is one. The Killer Klown March most of all! I wrote it many years ago when I was a teenager.
STANDISH: Were there any specific scenes in Killer Klowns From Outer Space that pushed you to experiment musically in new ways?
JOHN MASSARI: When they all ventured into the spaceship and discussed ancient astronauts. Weaving the music in and out of their dialogue while musically painting a picture of their wonder, curiosity and fear.
STANDISH: The fans want to know, what's the biggest challenge of scoring a film as intense and graphic as Killer Klowns From Outer Space?
JOHN MASSARI: Help to tell the story. Not taking it too seriously, but not poking fun of it either. The music served as a contrast to treat the Klowns as if they were truly from another dimension. At the same time, the visuals did the heavy lifting on the humor. It's a dance between horror and parody, and that approach draws in the audience.
STANDISH: If you had to describe the Killer Klowns From Outer Space score in three words, what would they be?
JOHN MASSARI: Fun. Imaginative. Fascinating.
STANDISH: Any word on a Killer Klowns From Outer Space sequel?
JOHN MASSARI: No comment
STANDISH: What's your process for overcoming creative blocks when composing?
JOHN MASSARI: Creativity flows when you trust your instincts. The best musical ideas come when you let your subconscious do the heavy lifting.
STANDISH: Do you have a favorite project you've worked on that really pushed you creatively?
JOHN MASSARI: The Killer Klowns Live-to-Film concert project has been one of those creative milestones with Killer Klowns. Translating my original score into a full symphonic performance was quite an experience for the audience. The live Orchestra adds a new dimension to the Killer Klowns experience, bringing the Killer Klowns to life!
STANDISH: When composing, what usually sparks your first idea?
JOHN MASSARI: It's emotional. Projecting a parallel emotional subtext to the scene and bringing it into the film's experience.
STANDISH: How do you know when a piece of music is truly finished?
JOHN MASSARI: When you can hear it back in your mind, sing it to yourself and just let it flow without thinking about it.
STANDISH: If you could collaborate with any artist or filmmaker, living or dead, who would it be and why?
JOHN MASSARI: George Pal. His films have inspired me since I was a young boy!
STANDISH: Any upcoming work we can look forward to from you?
JOHN MASSARI: I'm releasing new music with my band, JM. We can be heard on all music streaming outlets.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
JOHN MASSARI: You can find me on Instagram: @john.massari YouTube: John Massari, John Massari Topic, and JM Topic. That's where I share music and the occasional synth obsession.
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include here?
JOHN MASSARI: Just a huge thank-you to the fans — their love has kept Killer Klowns alive for decades. They have turned a wild little cult film into something truly timeless. Stay spooky, stay cosmic, and keep listening for the unexpected.
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"JARREAU BENJAMIN"!
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STANDISH: Since our last interview in 2023, what has Jarreau been up to?
JARREAU: i have had the pleasure of attending some Horror Convention’s, I got to filming in an Horror film in Germany.
STANDISH: What first drew you to the horror genre?
JARREAU: It was Micheal Jackson’s ‘Thriller ‘
STANDISH: Do you personally enjoy watching horror movies, or do you prefer acting in them?
JARREAU: For me I absolutely love both , I have been a massive horror fan since I was little.
STANDISH: How do you mentally prepare for intense or disturbing scenes?
JARREAU: I try to remember that it’s a safe space to explore all character straits
STANDISH: Have you ever had nightmares after filming a horror project?
JARREAU: No that’s never happened.
STANDISH: What’s your favorite horror movie of all time (outside of your own work)?
JARREAU: Poltogist
STANDISH: Do fans ever approach you with unusual or scary encounters because of your role as The Creeper?
JARREAU: I do get approached but no unusual encounters.
STANDISH: What's the best thing you've gotten from playing The Creeper in the newest Jeepers Creepers: Reborn?
JARREAU: More knowledge about myself as an actor and what my body can be put through
STANDISH: What’s the most challenging aspect of working with heavy makeup, prosthetics, or special effects?
JARREAU: The long hours sat still, that was the hardest part for me
STANDISH: If you could play any iconic horror character from the past other than The Creeper, who would it be?
JARREAU: Freddie Kruger
STANDISH: Are you working on anything apooky for us?
JARREAU: I have 2 films that are in post production so keep your eyes peeled.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
Acting profile - https://app.spotlight.com/4374-1275-0868
https://www.instagram.com/jarreaubenjaminhttps://www.instagram.com/jarreaubenjamin
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"LEAH VOYSEY"!
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STANDISH: We last apoke in 2023, what's Leah been up to since then?
I’ve worked on a few indie films, recorded some music, and worked harder than ever on my YouTube channel and online content creation. Continuing to grow my YouTube channel with my cosplay and thrifting content is my main focus right now.
STANDISH: How has being part of a major indie horror hit affected your career or opened new opportunities for you?
I’ve met some amazing filmmakers in the indie horror scene. Recently I worked on a film called What’s Wrong Wendy with people I met on another film set. Both of those films were direct offers, which is something that never would have happened without Terrifier. Additionally, getting the opportunity to meet fans at horror conventions has been lifechanging. I love the opportunity to meet the people that my work has affected, especially those people that are also fans of my YouTube channel.
STANDISH: What was the most memorable part of filming your scenes in Terrifier 2?
I will never forget watching them film the fire stunt. Jenna Hellmuth is the stunt actor who played my character for that scene. I had never seen a stunt like that before, and I feel like I learned a lot about what goes into making something like that happen.
STANDISH: The fans want to know, what’s the biggest challenge of acting in a film as intense and graphic as Terrifier 2?
Luckily, I didn’t have to deal with too many of the graphic scenes! Even in the asylum scene at the end, my character is reacting to Vicky holding Art’s head in her lap. But Samantha Scaffidi wasn’t even in makeup when they filmed my coverage, and I don’t think she was holding Art’s head. I really give props to the actors in the franchise who had to deal with a lot more fake blood and guts than I did!
STANDISH: You're part of "Ice Nine Kills", can you tell us more?
I had the pleasure to be a guest vocalist on their track A Work of Art. Spencer has always been a huge supporter of my music and a fan of my voice. I was stoked when he had the idea to bring my Terrifier character into their universe. It was an incredible opportunity and a huge milestone for me.
STANDISH: Any word on being casted for the Terrifier franchise again?
I don’t think anyone knows anything about Terrifier 4 yet, so we will see!
STANDISH: What’s your process for overcoming creative blocks when acting?
It’s important to me that I am connecting with my scene partner. We should both be working to make the other one look as good as possible. If I am feeling creatively blocked in some way, I need to lock into that connection will be good to go. I never try to force any sort of emotions. I just use what I am feeling in that moment, which helps the work feel more authentic.
STANDISH: Do you have a favorite project you’ve worked on that really pushed you creatively?
I just wrapped a short film called 6th Ave, where I got to work with Michael C. Williams from The Blair Witch Project. I play an unhoused woman dealing with substance abuse, and I wasn’t expecting the role to be as emotionally taxing as it was. As actors, we must put ourselves in the shoes of other people and learn to understand them, and I am grateful for the intense empathy that character made me feel.
STANDISH: When producing, what usually sparks your first idea?
I love pulling from personal experiences when I am creating a project. I learned the term “roman à clef” recently, which is a French term describing novels or scripts that include a combination of real events and fictional events. I think that describes my work perfectly.
STANDISH: If you could collaborate with any actor or filmmaker, living or dead, who would it be and why?
I wish Carrie Fisher was someone I could have worked with. I am so inspired by her work, especially her novels and memoirs. Her experiences paved the way for a lot of women in the industry fighting back for their power and autonomy. It is a battle we are still fighting, and I am happy to pick up that torch.
STANDISH: Any upcoming work we can look forward to from you?
Besides 6th Ave and What’s Wrong Wendy, which I mentioned already, I am working on some music! I have a song and a music video ready to go, I am just waiting to pick a release date. The song was produced by Ricky Armellino from Ice Nine Kills. And after that song comes out, I have an EP in the works produced by my friend, CJ Rare. 2026 should be very music heavy for me!
STANDISH: What are your social linls?
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/leahvoysey
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahvoysey/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@leahvoysey
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"PAUL WILEY"!
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STANDISH: We last apoke in 2023, what's Paul been up to since then?
PAUL: I’ve done 6 films since we talked in 2023.
list:
Stream
Stiletto
The Art Of Killing
If It Bleeds
The Inn
Terrifier 3
Also contributed a song to the film Little Bites. And also put out a record with my band Deverauxx
STANDISH: Terrifier has a strong cult following, did that influence the way you approached the music for this sequel?
PAUL: Main influence on me with the Terrifier franchise is always Damien Leone’s input and vision and supporting his aesthetic with soundscapes that contribute to an unnerving feeling to the viewer.
STANDISH: What's your personal favorite track from Terrifier 3? What about 1 & 2?
Terrifier 3. i would say Apprehension
Terrifier 2. Art Party
Terrifier 1. Terrifier Theme
STANDISH: Were there any specific scenes in Terrifier 3 that pushed you to experiment musically in new ways?
PAUL: Whenever Vicky and Art are together I tried to push a confusion with the music also trying to in-capture the disarray between them
STANDISH: The fans want to know, what’s the biggest challenge of scoring a film as intense and graphic as Terrifier 3?
PAUL: After scoring a film for a 12 hr day you are also watching the scenes over and over. So for me the biggest challenge is shutting that world off on my personal time, and looking to the light more than darkness during those hours.
STANDISH: If you had to describe the Terrifier 3 score in three words, what would they be?
PAUL: Unnerving, Disjointed, Cold.
STANDISH: Any word on a Terrifier 4?
PAUL: Not as of yet, but I'm sure announcements will be coming soon.
STANDISH: What’s your process for overcoming creative blocks when composing?
PAUL: Like anything else, you’re not always going to knock it out of the park. Some days you’ll work on a cue and think it has potential and three hours later you realize it doesn’t work. Other days you might have ten hrs straight of great things. So you have to balance not wasting too much time on a particular cue. Because usually the great things come quickly and don’t need to be picked apart.
STANDISH: Do you have a favorite project you’ve worked on that really pushed you creatively?
PAUL: I worked on an anthology film, If It Bleeds, directed by Matthew Hersh. And i hadn’t done an anthology before. The film has 3 totally different stories and I wanted to give each one its own sound/tone. The film was a lot of fun to work on.
STANDISH: When composing, what usually sparks your first idea?
PAUL: Whatever the scene is. And what would that sound like if I was there.
STANDISH: How do you know when a piece of music is truly finished?
PAUL: I think you know it’s finished when it has fully served a purpose at every part of the cue. Whether that is intensity or droning lulls
STANDISH: If you could collaborate with any artist or filmmaker, living or dead, who would it be and why?
PAUL: Hitchcock would be my first pick Then Kubrick. But alive director would be Ari Aster. Musician/artist would be Prince
STANDISH: Any upcoming work we can look forward to from you?
PAUL: As far as film. Im currently working on two films: "The Last Sleepover" directed by Jacob Ennis who I’ve done two films for before and "What Evil Fears" directed by Kyle Trueblood. A JQ Brothers film. Both films I’m excited about and I’m creating a true sound for each one.
I also just recently released a record for my band Deverauxx. And my other project: Razor Candy will release new music this October.
STANDISH: What are your social links?
@paulwileymusic
@deverauxx_official
STANDISH: Anything else you'd like to include here?
PAUL: 2025 has been a great year. Looking forward to 2026.
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