MICHAEL ROSENBAUM: leaving Smallville, James Gunn, and being a bachelor | BlahBlahBlah

On today’s episode of Blah Blah Blah with Katee Sackhoff, Katee sits down with her friend Michael Rosenbaum. Michael has done amazing work on the podcast front with his successful show “Inside Of You with Michael Rosenbaum”. His show is a big inspiration behind Katee doing her own. Katee and Michael discuss casting, relationships, and the business in general. Michael gives a very detailed explanation on why he did not return as Lex Luther in Smallville. Michael also talks about close connections with the people he meets across conventions and shows. It is a very inspiring and heartfelt conversation.
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[@KateeSackhoffOfficial]

Hello everyone. If you are brand new to the channel, please check us out on Spotify, Apple, or anywhere podcasts are found. The links are in the description of this video. And of course, if you haven’t already subscribed to this channel, please do so!

[@GunnerSG]

I AM NOT BENDING OVER TODAY LMFAO ROSIE 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 !!!!!

[@Sammasambuddha]

You are amazing, Katie.

[@BubbaThaumaturge]

I'd like you to know that I truly appreciate and love your entire oeuvre. IF you had been the lead in Bionic Woman, then it would have been a tremendous success instead of being cancelled far too soon. Yeah, I have a big crush on you too. Who doesn't?

[@devilzangelz8]

Sure will!

[@jimmcleod7286]

Katee, you have brought me lots of great entertainment since I discovered you in your Starbuck days. Thank you for your dedication to your craft. I am embarrassed to mention this, but you may want to consider a minor edit to your greeting. Consider changing, "...on Spotify, Apple, anywhere podcast or found." , to, "...on Spotify, Apple, OR anywhere podcastS ARE found." My suggestions are capitalized to make them easy for you to notice.

[@jentochterman87]

I’m one of Michael’s Patrons from Inside of You and this by far was one of the best interviews I’ve heard where he’s the guest! I feel like I learn more and more about him with every interview I listen to, he’s just the best. Awesome job Katee! 🎉🎉

[@KateeSackhoffOfficial]

Thank you ❤

[@dantalksfootball1]

I’m not a Patreon but I love his KZbin channel. This is how I found this channel.

[@SunSpinFan]

@@intellectic9155 If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say anything at all.

[@jentochterman87]

@@intellectic9155 it’s an incredible community, a wonderful family, with awesome discussions on mental health. I feel like I belong. Yeah I am a winner because I have the greatest people in the world for support, and being acquainted with Michael has been life saving! You might want to look into it, it’s really fun.

[@Vasectomyjohn]

Yea I’m confused why this woman is running the inside you podcast? Did Michael hire her to interview him and start a different podcast.

[@felicityfortuna]

What I love most about Michael Rosenbaum is how REAL he is. Very down to earth and not with the nonsense.

[@ghostrecon3834]

For real. I have a lot more respect more him as not only an actor but also a person after watching this.

[@tlewisisdope]

Unequivocally, the best Lex Luthor ever. Michael is insanely gifted and I wish he worked more

[@grrayfox2300]

Animated but Clancy Brown is the best Lex Luthor IMO. Rosenbaum was a better Flash

[@travisralph5284]

@@grrayfox2300big agree! Rosenbaum is the best flash and live action Luthor but Clancy Brown is so good as animated Lex

[@filmcrew3531]

Worked with Michael on Smallville, just a PA! He is a true actor! Went on to work with you Katee and you both are incredible! Cheers!!!

[@Write_Charlie]

"Just a PA"? Everyone has their place in a production.

[@filmcrew3531]

@@Write_Charlie By no means am I denigrating the position, it led me to becoming an AD!!!

[@Moviefan2k4]

I like that Michael is so open and honest, though I don't often share his sense of humor. Thanks for having him on your show, Katee.

[@Brook11223]

Michael Rosenbaum's journey in Smallville over the 7 year run has been the best. Also his voice acting in the DCAU just incredible. My favorite is always going to be The Great Brain Robbery episode with the whole switching of the minds between Clancy Browns Lex Luthor and Rosenbaum's Wally West. Just seeing Brown and Rosenbaum imitating each other is quite hilarious and also Rosenbaum playing Lex Luthor in live action in the Smallville show just awesome.

[@ThePlayTyperGuy]

Great interview! Michael's work on SMALLVILLE holds up decades later, and it's a wonderful testament to his work that so many people consider him the best live-action Luthor. He played a really dark and intense character for seven years (and he got even darker during the final two seasons), so I can imagine the toll it might've taken.

[@MatCaveGaming]

The power of being genuine is so underrated in the world of KZbin, Twitch, Twitter/X, etc. Thank you for being you!

[@MediumRareSteve]

I really have fallen in love with this podcast. You taking cues from Michael and his podcast is partially the reason why. Such a great open and honest vibe. Your wonderful personality doesn't hurt either! Keep up the wonderful work both here and on the new Mando movie.

[@andrewthomas8888]

Great Interview with Michael!! He is my favorite Lex Luthor and Wally West!! I love both of his podcasts with Inside of You and Talkville!!!

[@Enoch001]

I also watch both of those

[@MRFIKSIT31]

He is the only Lex Luthor I ever thought did it justice. Smallville is one of my favorite shows.

[@MRFIKSIT31]

After he left the show it was still good but not the same, not as good. I always saw Smallville as the origin of both Superman AND Lex Luthor and loved that they were best friends first but Lex’s need to know everything is what ruined that relationship. It was so awesome.

[@Splucked]

Don't watch TV much at all so I had no idea who Michael Rosenbaum is. What a great guest!! Love the guy. And my God, that voice. This episode was fantastic from start to finish. Very organic and honest. Bravo!

[@jentochterman87]

You need to listen to Inside of You his podcast, he is amazing, he definitely has a voice for the radio!

[@aldunlop4622]

Go and watch Smallville, it's a great show, and he's great in it.

[@5Gburn]

​@@aldunlop4622Facts.

[@ericsietsema2044]

Conversations are so much better than checking questions off the cheat sheet. Another great episode Katee

[@kornfreak78]

Rosenbaum is absolutely the best Lex. I wish he would have finished out the remaining seasons of Smallville, but he had his reasons for not doing that and you gotta respect that. Anyway, good episode, Katee!

[@alwaysxnever]

I'm glad we got him for the finale. Something was definitely... Lost with him leaving but I understand he wanted to do other things.

[@natashav3442]

I remember being so devastated when he left but I understand now it was right for him to leave we as the viewers see only the magical world of a show

[@La-PetitMort]

The vibes here were immaculate.

[@anhedonaut]

This is nice, I actually started watching his podcast because of your podcast :)

[@XxLaughingMan1982]

Absolutely loved seeing the two of you on each other's podcasts. You two are literally the only podcasts I follow so this has been a treat.

[@tyrellalexander-f1i]

Love these 2 down to earth people.

[@hansschroeder7198]

Katee, just wanna say, stopped in because of Mando and Smallville with the intention of watching a few minutes and loved every second of this!! Love the transparency of both of you throughout. So authentic, Instant subscribe! Can’t wait to see more! Good Luck, you got this!!

[@TheGeekAuthority]

What a great interview Katee. Loved the intimacy and personal experiences bouncing back and forth with Michael. I liked the chemistry you two have. Just like Michael's interview with Katee on Inside of You. This was so much deeper. Bravo Katee and Michael.

[@jonathangarrett478]

Came here from Michael's podcast andd this one is my favorite you've done andd tha other was Bistie Tulloch. I just subbed andd have just started watching. Awesome content.

[@Jayneflakes]

That was a really lovely, uplifting chat. Thank you for sharing these.

[@elzeus13]

Stopping in from the Inside of you nation, Good job Katee and good luck!

[@benjaminimig6396]

Authenticity is attractive, that is why the podcast does so well

[@RealCoachMarkB]

I watch Inside of You and Talkville. I saw you on IOY and was happy to hear about your channel (just subscribed!!!). I LOVE you in BSG. Such wonderful talent, you're under utilized by the industry! Can't wait to watch your other episodes and follow you in your new journey! But can I just say, that what I love about Mike's and your interviews, it shows us that you're real people too. So often I think we see you all on this "pedestal" and forget that you're real people. Wishing you the best with your channel!

[@yellalot101]

I did not know there was a Katie Sackhoff podcast! As soon as I saw this, INSTANT subscribe!!!!!

[@maddoxnja2446]

loves your shows katee thank you for shareing hun

[@Mark-OutWest]

This has been the most fascinating ones you've done yet. I've watched Michael's YT many times. It interesting to see him in this light.

[@jdovma1]

He said "funcomfortable". lol Love this dude. Glad you guys traded interviews. Or guest spots. Or whatever you call this.

[@ace360]

When Lex Luthor and Bo Katan have a chat 💙🤘

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

For the third time.

[@brysimm404]

Lex Luthor & Starbuck - seriously.

[@musicisfree91]

When worlds collide.

[@Dan_Campbell]

Thanks Katee, any chance of indexing the topics on long podcasts like this, so we can jump right to the topic we care most about?

[@chris_wall]

I love horror films and totally agree it's like a roller coaster. It's a rush getting scared. Great show, thanks.

[@metalveyn]

I love watching podcasters interview eachother. Both are locked into pursuing interesting threads. Awesome

[@bender75]

Very cool conversation. Very honest and down to earth. I have not heard many real conversations with celebrities before I found Michael's podcast. And now this. I grew up in Europe in the 70s and 80s, but I identify with a lot of what was said and I have come to the same conclusions as presented here. The craving for validation from my father took me decades to get over. Being more picky when choosing a partner as we get older, the need to feel right otherwise it's not worth the time... Keep up the great work! P.S. Katee, we met in passing at the LAX airport back in 2008. I think I was not sure where to go, so I moved out of your way and smiled. You smiled back and said thank you. My knees buckled since I was a huge fan of Battlestar, but I played it cool and pretended like you were 'just' a pretty lady. :D

[@Michelley171]

I'm loving these podcasts every week! ❤ I often rewatch an episode at the end of the day as well. Looking forward to what's to come! Also, I loved the "Inside of You" podcast from last week!

[@kendrashapka]

This was an excellent conversation between you and Rosey!! I’m a big fan of both of you guys and am so happy to discover that you have a podcast too Katee! Can’t wait to keep watching :)

[@markt2398]

Michael seems like a cool dude I would want to hang with. He managed to stay normal and grounded over the years.

[@davidmarlajurek5038]

I’m here, Katee, after listening to Michael interview you 😊. Now subscribed and looking forward to listening to your great podcast!!! My hubby and I are big fans!!!❤

[@KateeSackhoffOfficial]

Thank you ❤

[@Gi0REL0ADED]

I really enjoyed this episode. It was great to see Rosenbaum on the other side of the interview. Katee is a natural. She has a great vibe, very disarming. You can see why Rosenbaum opened up so much. The interview came off very conversational. I watched this & then Katee on Inside You.

[@Masklessvizard]

Could not WAIT for this Ep to drop! Thank you much for awesome content an guests! Shout out to Katee an Kristian.❤❤

[@nycreloader]

So glad to see Katie doing a pod cast. I’m such a fan of her work. When I think of female badass she always come to mind. A Badass in every way and a mind that could split an atom. I need to see more of this woman. In my mind she is such a hardworking role model. Kudo’s Katie.

[@All4chaosG]

Ok. So as an old guy who was a fan of, and saw the original BSG in the theater, I've been a fan since, like most people of my generation, since you convinced me that a woman could be a better Starbuck than Dirk. So much better. You literally broadened my horizons as an old white guy, and I thank you for that. And Longmire. Please. That show should have had 20 seasons. That being said, my kid streams, I do sound and voice work, and I work in IT with alot of other content providers, so it's a family affair and part of my vocation. You, and your show, are doing great. Especially for how short of a time it's been out there with as many competitors as you have. You have all of the physical/technical elements in place which is what gets people to watch past that first few minutes. You are engaging. You have interesting guests. Your thumbnails are on point and you have most of the elements necessary to catch the algorithm (there's so much math and stupidity to capturing the notice of the algorthim that has nothing to do with talent or great content). The rest will take a little time to get in the groove. Michael is right. You need to find your niche beyond fans like myself and I think you're well on your way. The sponsors will come. And I've subscribed, which I don't tend to do because I don't want the altorithm to pidgeon hole me with the suggestion engine. So you conviced me with your content, not just with who you are. This was a great interview, and I've watched several others and I wish you the best. Keep at it. I'll keep watching and recommending.

[@GunnerMcStabby]

Such a great vibe! You guys need to do a monthly or quarterly pod together called SackBaum. And just talk about whatever and have a blast. Love your pod! Good stuff.

[@dominique9187]

Always a pleasure to hear you exchange your impressions on your families journeys and it’s true that attention and consideration that your parents paid to you, make the esteem and confidence in yourself for the future !❤❤ I still wonder at my age if i really had a family !😑 Heartbreaking story with this woman at the DC convention, Michael !💔🙌 Both of you have sorted out what is really important in life !❤❤ James Gunn said it, you are the best Lex Luthor ! 👍💙 You were really missed in Smallville afterwards !! It’s good if you’ve found a family and a balance with your friends, Michael 💙💙 Thank you Katie, it was an amazing Blah Blah Blah podcast with the Michael ’song !😊♥️ I enjoyed it !!

[@eroika7273]

Thank you, Katee for such incredible guests. I have been a fan of Michael’s Lex Luther for years but have not known much about him. What a wonderful interview!

[@Andropov-l2w]

I'm so glad you guys did this.

[@jasonschneider7896]

Great interview with Michael! Actually saw that you mentioned you had a podcast when Michael interviewed you on Inside of You. I've been a fan of yours for quite a while. Loved your Starbuck! Wife and I absolutely loved Longmire together! And I love that you made the switch from animation to live action on The Mandalorian! Keep up the great work Katee! Subscribed to your Podcast! Good luck with it!

[@MarekMoowi]

Katee and Trisha should do BSG themed podcast similar to TalkVille, with guest appearance of other actors and creators! I'd love to go back to that show and learned something new about what happened behind the camera.

[@KateeSackhoffOfficial]

Tricia already did a BSG watch along podcast. 👍🏻

[@MarekMoowi]

@@KateeSackhoffOfficial oh really? I have missed it 🤔 I'll better go watch it :D BTW, thanks for being awesome and that constant positive energy flow from You!

[@zapit001]

Love this!!! I love seeing your podcast!! I feel like we really get to know you and guests and not just actors but as people. And this amazing!!! Please keep doing this!!! You're doing great!!!! Thank you!!!

[@RacerX7624]

Alan Ritchson was a great guest on Inside of you. He got so real and so vulnerable it was great to get to know him.

[@Kmass]

Glad see Michael has inspired more of my favorite celebrities to do podcast like this. I have been wanting to get something like this going myself... I just don't know of I would have enough people to do guests spots that others would want to watch

[@ZWickedStepdad]

Thanks!

[@Kaytais]

Another great episode, it's funny how he said about it being like therapy, because I was actually watching this thinking wow Katee could be a great therapist! I love the idea of being genuine and not afraid to be yourself, I think it is why I enjoy these so much.

[@M5Productions]

My 2 fav podcasters in one! agree on the bottled water, I dont know how many times we have to tell Rosey but he is the best Lex Luthor, & "the coffee conversation" was funny!

[@CaptainMaakasu]

Michael is one of the best podcasters in the world, he's on the same level as Kev Smith and Joe Rogan imo. Simply because he doesn't really filter himself and is always genuine. This podcast have the same vibe and I love it!

[@juanononecoaching]

I have watched a couple of your interviews and it flows well... Stay connected with yourself and present. Some will connect, some won't and that's okay... No need to publish those. As for asking the deep powerful questions...what I have noticed is that the more you are fully present to the moment and genuinely curious about the other person, the more likely somewhat is willing to take their masks off and share. We all love being heard...the challenge is feeling like the other person is truly listening rather than trying to get the scoop or something in return. The questions will come to you but what matters most is the energy that comes with the words. We all know when someone is not truly listening. Be you.... Be willing to be fully you and still not connect with the other person.. It's okay... We aren't meant to connect with everyone. It is that kinda of vulnerability that opens the door for dropping masks and sharing in full transparency.

[@bigredxennial]

Crossover episode! Was looking forward to this :D

[@schlock159]

As much as I love and respect Michael Rosenbaum and his portrayal of Lex Luthor on Smallville: You don’t get what you deserve but you get what you negotiate !.

[@danplath1]

Lmao, he didn't want it....

[@rw8147]

This was legit good. Sure, Michael's an interview pro but you really did have a great conversational feel. Good on ya.

[@Averagejoe-wl9ym]

Idc what anyone says, Michael is the best Lex Luthor and it really ain’t even close.

[@randomhereoh]

This was a great conversation.

[@MrJag3030]

I really enjoy listening to both of these folks podcasts, they are great and I have enjoyed both of their acting as well.

[@batteredwarrior]

I had no idea you had a channel, Katee! Michael is such a great guest...love his podcast too! I'm 100% sure my mum has ADHD, but she is struggling with the idea. I'm autistic, and it's still fairly new to me...I was diagnosed in 2020. It's been a real struggle for me coming to terms with it. Subscribed!

[@FishingWithFitz]

When he said “I care just not as much as you” I got a Lex vibe there!

[@ryz2203]

One of my favorite actors of all time, and I just found today you've got a channel. Quickest sub I've ever clicked. 😁

[@godsdemon7441]

Great seeing you. I loved the movie where you went back to Castle high. 88 grad here. It was awesome seeing the Lis brothers and everyone i hung out with in the movie.

[@corewarrior]

Katee I've been a fan of your work since BattleStar. You have an amazing screen presence! I'm so happy that Michael encouraged you to get into podcasting because you're a natural. I just subscribed :-) Wish you all the best!

[@mickeygoldmill3965]

Big fan of inside of you podcast👍

[@michaelmarmack7949]

Great Interview. Enjoyed every minute!

[@johnkeith9237]

I have always been a fan. Saw you on Michael's podcast and came for a listen. You did great!!

[@HumbleJedi]

I didn’t think I was gonna watch your whole podcast but here I am ,great job first time watcher 😂❤

[@bender75]

Spending time at my friend's house, sometimes for the whole afternoon or a day, having lunch there, and so on, is something I finally understood how my mom felt about when I got my own kids.

[@TheHurlyclaw]

Great podcast Katee. Michael, dude! Thanks for the recommendation of Watcher. Loved it.

[@TK_Brainslug]

so much fun thank you you two

[@devilzangelz8]

Big fan of you both!! Keep up the great work. You both have inspired me to start my own podcast and can't thank you both enough for the pure creative energy you both bring that has inspired me to be my better self and start my own. Thank you sm!

[@gonickyourself]

Great stuff, keeping it real! ✌️

[@thatjeff7550]

Late to the party but if Michael actually reads the comments on his interview, I just wanted to say that his Lex Luthor portrayal was the first time I saw Lex as a person who honestly saw himself as a nice, good guy. The character was great.

[@andrewyurick7758]

Filler words are crazy! Love the podcast! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@desiredbydesign6188]

Katie not loving you is a crime and guest Michael perfect combo. Excellent video thank you.

[@deedeemooney6664]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I watch inside of you podcast and seen your interview 👍🏻 Wanted to see Michael more relaxed and this was great 😍 I have subscribed to your channel and will be watching more chats. Really enjoyed it, Thank you for sharing ❤

[@MohamedSamyAlRabbani]

As soon as I saw you I subscribed because I still laugh when I see your scenes in The Big Bang Theory, and listening to you was refreshing to see you weren't the shallow hollywood type but really authentic and engaging

[@Foxworld19]

I enjoy the podcasts, and all the works you done up to this day

[@philrm99]

Another great conversation.

[@teufelhund6034]

Two of my favorite actors from two of my favorite shows. Now I just need them to make a great show together

[@blysmich33]

in the first 2 minutes; I've realized I've been french kissing wrong for at least 15 years now... not the gut punch I expected to get today 🤣🤣

[@KateeSackhoffOfficial]

😂

[@tjwatson2112]

I’m a huge fan of Inside of You. And I’m listening thinking Michael let your guest talk, oh wait 😂 And for the record I like Blah Blah Blah as much as Inside of You ❤

[@rollbruv]

Michael, you are the best Alexander Joseph Luthor. There is no other actor else who comes close to your portrayal. Top class actor.

[@AdelaideBen1]

Brilliant chat.... and also a fun podcast.

[@angelgustavoulloagalvez3366]

Great interview! Love him to pieces.

[@BrianTubbs]

Great conversation. I enjoy both your podcasts. :-)

[@link2195]

Great interview

[@Masklessvizard]

This is a fantastic interview Katee! I love Michael! I have been a fan since the JL days an Smallville. I'm a huge fan of his Inside of you an of course the Talkville podcast! Much love an respect to you both. Oh an Kristian your not bad too! LMAO 🤣 🤣 🤣 love ya brotha!

[@ToysAreTheWay]

I really enjoyed this one!! Great stuff ✨🤘😁🤘✨

[@kerenolivero7097]

Found this great Podcast, since I follow Michael Rosenbaum's great Podcasts. Awesome, fun interview :)

[@anonymousposter3570]

Bottled water isnt unnecessary. Tap water has so many toxic chemicals in it at levels higher than ever. Its not like drinking from the hose when I was a kid. The few times I have drank tap water in the last decade gave me severe stomach pains, and digestive issues.

[@moviecrazed2208]

This is great. Its basically inside of you which honestly is a good thing ❤️ already subscribed. You dont need to worry. You did great on this one 😊

[@macabre1132]

Great interview...I just subscribed because of it..Thank you!

[@Jamie_sensai]

Great interview. Good job Katee