Paul Vato Presents: A Celebrity Centric Podcast!
Actor, improvisor, author and business owner, Paul Vato, interviews his celebrity friends from the world of entertainment, finance, social media, travel & business.
Meet, laugh & learn from famous actors, improvisors, comedians, singers, dancers, voice over artists, authors, photographers, painters, social media stars, influencers, world travelers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders from around the globe.
Paul Vato Presents is recorded LIVE on Fireside in front of a live studio audience. Fireside is owned by Falon Fatemi and Mark Cuban.
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Here are some of our most listened to episodes for you to start with.
From the Improv Stage to TV Land: Kate Lambert's Journey with Teacher…
In this episode, Kate Lambert shares her journey from improv comedy to creating Teachers, a hit TV show on TV Land. She discusses her time with The Katydids improv group, the process of creating the show, and the importance of …
Jason Hill, The Founder Of Owwll, On Using The Owwll App To Help Buil…
In this episode we learn: 1. How difficult it is create and market a success app (only 1% of all apps are successful). 2. Why using the Owwll App to make new business connections and to network makes perfect sense. …
Natalie Stavola Discusses Creating The Life And Love Life That You De…
If you are feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, Natalie will introduce clarity and self-motivation and help you end repeat cycles that make you feel stuck, frustrated, or constantly choosing toxic relationships. She teaches both men and women techniques to better …
Anthony “Big CiTRic” Campos. Actor, Comedian & Musician from Idiocrac…
Paul Vato & CiTRic (tune in if you want to know the origin story of CiTRiC's nickname) reconnect and discuss Anthony's storied career, from troubled gang banger, to rap artist to actor in Hollywood. Anthony & Paul discuss wha...
Jason Paige. Original Pokémon Theme Song Singer & Vocal Acrobat Discu…
Paul Vato sits down to discuss Jason's upcoming concert and Base Set Unlimited Box Break at The Space in Las Vegas. We discuss Jason's love of Pokémon and his fans. We touch on Jason's rich musical history and get to …
Joe "Stapes" Stapleton. Poker Commentator, Comedian & Podcaster Accid…
Paul Vato first met Joe Stapleton when he was a runner at MADtv around 2005. Years later, Stapes has become, not only a top stand up comedian in the US and the UK, but one of the most recognized faces …
Kaye Parker, TV Personality & Podcaster Came To Vegas For A Visit & W…
In this season 2 premier, Paul & Kaye chat about her podcast, Trials & Tribulations as well as Kaye’s very own personal trials and tribulations, such as the loss of her child & her horrific first ever visit to Las …
Bill Chott. What It Was Like Coming Up In The Chicago Improv Scene In…
Paul Vato interviews his old friend from Chicago, actor and award winning improv coach, Bill Chot, an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Laritate on the Disney Channel series Wizards of Waverly Place. ...
Naomi Grossman. Pepper on American Story Shares Her Incredible Journe…
Paul Vato chats with Naomi Grossman about what it's like to play Pepper on American Horror Story, doing sketch and improv comedy at The Groundlings and her ability to speak three languages. They also chat about Naomi's time in Chicago …
Recent Episodes
From the Improv Stage to TV Land: Kate Lambert's Journey with Teachers TV Show and the Power of Chicago Comedy
May 23, 2023
In this episode, Kate Lambert shares her journey from improv comedy to creating Teachers, a hit TV show on TV Land. She discusses her time with The Katydids improv group, the process of creating the show, and the importance …
Family Migration Stories, Cultural Roots, Physics, Improv, and Stand-Up Comedy: A Discussion with Will Luera!
May 8, 2023
0:01:59 - From Mexico to Florida (69 Seconds) 0:13:42 - College, Majors, and Relocation (47 Seconds) 0:18:18 - CrossFit's Influence on Improv Teaching (55 Seconds) 0:27:24 - Artistry in Tobacco Production (60 Seconds) 0:…
Jason Hill, The Founder Of Owwll, On Using The Owwll App To Help Build Strong, Useful And Safe Connections
Aug. 17, 2022
In this episode we learn: 1. How difficult it is create and market a success app (only 1% of all apps are successful). 2. Why using the Owwll App to make new business connections and to network makes perfect sense. 3. Why…
About the Host
Paul Vato
Actor / Improvisor / Poker Player / Author / Entrepreneur
Paul Vato is an actor and improvisor from Chicago, IL. He has recently lost 70 lbs by doing yoga and changing his lifestyle. He has appeared on MADtv, The Sarah Silverman Program, Cedric The Entertainer Presents:, Reno 911, The Bold & The Beautiful & ABC's To Tell The Truth. He appeared opposite Nicholas Cage in The Trust. He has also appeared in dozens of commercials representing such brands as, Disney, Cricket, Dodge, Toyota and Visa. Look out for Paul Vato on Seth McFarlane's latest TV show Ted, on Peacock this year, 2023!
Paul Vato produced, edited, and filmed Keep It Green with Sarah Vato and Shelley Pack, which led to Sarah and Shelley being the first talent to be hired by Discovery Channel’s Planet Green for their new show The G Word.
He co-founded ¡Salsation, Comedy with a Latin Flavor! in Chicago and ¡Barrio Speedwagon! in LA., their hit show, ¡Touched by an Anglo! ran in Chicago and LA for many months to critical acclaim and accolades in both cities.
Paul Vato trained at iO, The Second City and Annoyance theater in Chicago and had the amazing opportunity to study with improv comedy guru and legend, Del Close, who directed him in several shows at iO in Chicago.
Paul is originally from Aurora, IL (Wayne's World) and is now based in Los Angeles and Las Vegas where he owns Vato Cigars. His latest projects are, BAD hOMbre YOGA, a healthy lifestyle brand and Paul Vato Presents: A Celebrity Centric Podcast!
He is bilingual, fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently learning Italian and Russian.
Connect with Paul Vato across all social media at PaulVato.com