SAM WITWER: SiFi Snafu on Being Human, TMZ Rumors, Lucasfilm Favors & Time on Smallville

[@Sokka2Me]

This legitimately is the best interview Sam has ever done. He talked Star Wars, but talking about Being Human, a little bit about the business, his life, it was all just fantastic

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@oldstump1628]

I could always use a little more being human deep lore.

[@legionit6313]

He’s always killed it man. National treasure tbh

[@GeejMusic]

dont forget the farts

[@GnRGaming]

If you don't follow him on Twitch, like every stream he does is an excellent interview

[@3rdstreetreactions]

I was able to speak with Sam Witwer at Star Wars celebration. He was late to his autograph signing because he had another show that went over its timeslot. Because of this he went above and beyond to spend extra time with people! There was probably 200 of us in line and he spent what seemed like five minutes with everyone instead of just a 30 second hello and autograph! Love this guy in the Star Wars universe!

[@ace360]

.. Same here but 2 years ago Also Hello there 🤣🤘 Watching this on lunch break

[@3rdstreetreactions]

@@ace360 😆

[@todo3602]

Same, got his autograph in Anaheim last year. Still have it sitting on my desk; super cool guy, unforgettable moment.

[@whatsnerdypodcast3649]

Yoooo shane

[@3rdstreetreactions]

@@whatsnerdypodcast3649 haha yeah? Thats me!

[@matthiasck]

Sam & Keanu Reeves are the f-ing shining example of how a celebrity should act. These guys are amazing to themselves and others 🏆🫡

[@thatlonewolfguy2878]

I'd love to see them work together, imagine the two of them doing a Star Wars project, they'd be incredible

[@fujin657]

@@thatlonewolfguy2878 hear me out revan movie Keanu as revan Sam as Vitiate

[@Aurora_Lightbringer]

​@@thatlonewolfguy2878Especially if Keanu is just some unkillable mf with a gun lmao

[@shaunkelly9053]

@@Aurora_Lightbringerhe should play revan.

[@DAYMAND3R3552]

Sam could talk about dirt for 6 hours and I’d be invested the whole time. He’s such a great story teller!

[@DrifterEXE]

Especially if he either yelled it like Starkiller or just talked about it like Maul

[@kimberlysimoneau563]

😂 💯

[@Momlife39]

Same I can listen to him for hours and hours , he’s gorgeous and seems so down to earth and humble and yes he is a good story teller 😊❤

[@lumav7440]

Uber smart and has a great voice too. 😊

[@mercurialfunk]

I want Sam Witwer in control of Star Wars so bad. It runs in his veins and I can already imagine the projects he'd pitch and say yes to.

[@eamonndeane587]

At the very least, he could direct some Episodes of The Mandalorian and the Ashoka live action series.

[@mitrooper]

Star Wars is dead, and Di$ney and their far left woke agenda have killed the franchise. Stick to the original movies and all the Expanded Universe media released before Di$ney took over in 2012.

[@andrewcabral963]

I would love for him to be the narrator for this Star Wars story I'm working on called The Immortal Jedi.

[@lucasromerova6150]

Dave Filoni basically does and is a lot like Sam.

[@mercurialfunk]

@LucasRomeroVA I'm talking about Sam greenlighting projects like Kathleen Kennedy, being overseer. Filoni plays in his own sandbox and sometimes gets involved with other stuff.

[@josephmorales3478]

Sam is the coolest. I got a cameo for my mother by him. And he went for about 4-5 mins. She was a huge being Human fan. He proceeded to just show off memorabilia of the show and tell behind the scenes stories. She LOVED it and had the biggest smile on her face. Really made her feel special.

[@JamesKBBrough]

What I love about this episode: This wasn't Rosey reading off some notes, this was a conversation. I really felt like I was chilling in the room listening to two new found friends who are talking like this is the only two hours they get to compare notes, and praise each other's work. Sam has to come to Talkville some time.

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@Brook11223]

His Ian McDiarmid's Palpatine voiceover is in Star Wars animated series is just perfection.

[@kadosho02]

That role was chilling, sinister, dark, and perfect. Sam's range is vast

[@Brook11223]

@@kadosho02 agreed.

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@Dusk1990]

Was a huge fan of Being Human when it aired always wished it went longer. Loved that show!

[@MommaO09]

So was I!!! It was such a well acted show!!!

[@brookswilliams5239]

It definitely was! 💯

[@russellward4624]

The original was so good. My issue with the remake was it was a word for word copy of the original(at least the first few episodes cause thats all i watched), which made it a bit pointless for me. I wish they'd gone more like Shamless and set up the world and then made it their own and came up with orrignial scripts.

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@TheB00tyWarrior]

Only saw season 1, liked it

[@clonedavenger]

Sam Witwer has been one of my favorite actors, loved Being Human, LOVED him as Starkiller in The Force Unleashed, and his acting as Davis Bloome in Smallville!

[@Chimchimchu]

Starkiller Based.

[@kadosho02]

Sam is one of the coolest, and nicest human beings out there. That dialog on learning a skill with your voice, eventually leading to many awesome things. Sam's journey and ongoing adventures are amazing. So happy for his accomplishments

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@kiko1935]

I first saw Sam in season 1 of Dexter guest spot. Then Being Human. Super likable dude who really should be bigger than he is but I don't think he's complaining, seems to have carved out a good niche for himself.

[@TheGeekAuthority]

Sam Witwer was a fun, enthusiastic and exciting guest to both watch and just close your eyes and listen to. An amazing character actor and voice over talent. Seems like he's down to earth at all times and an incredible performer on both Supergirl and Smallville! Michael, I loved this interview and Bravo Sam. So much fun to watch and listen to.Thank you, guys!

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@shawn7524]

One of the best episodes ever! Michael do us a favor, when its naturally going long, don't cut it short. We will watch all of it! I easily could have spent another hour of you two just doing voices back and forth.

[@mattmason8474]

Probably my only gripe with Michael's pods. He seems a little too strict on time. Feels like he cuts off guests when they're on a roll. Even cuts off Tom Welling quite a bit in Talkville.

[@reizak8966]

I freaking love Sam Witwer. He's such a genuine and kind human being that is somehow involved in a lot of things I'm passionate about. (Multiple Star Wars projects, a lot of great video games, and one of my favorite shows: Being Human)

[@ericadler9680]

Witwer in Smallville S8 was the highlight in an otherwise weak season, loved his tormented performance.

[@ryuhayabusa6862]

Sam Witwer's version of doomsday was epic!!!! Being Human was an amazing show i wished would have lasted longer. He nailed the James Earl Jones impression. It was spot on.

[@LaEspana2010]

I'm so happy that Sam Witwer said he would want to bring Starkiller to live action. I hope he can show up in the Ashoka series to build hype and that would get Force Unleashed 3 made.

[@christianburch6841]

One of the many things that I love about this podcast is how open, honest, and real both Michael and his guests are throughout the entire time. It's just two people getting together, discussing life and all the shit that happens throughout!

[@nathanlane3055]

Sam Witwer is one of my favourite people in the world, loved him in Smallville, the Force Unleashed still one of my favourite games and he loves Star Wars.

[@cajuama]

Bring Sam back for a 2nd or even a 3rd episode, he is so wonderful to listen to!

[@GTMQ8]

Michael, As one of the many people here who were fans since the Smallville days, I continue to be in awe of this podcast and the guests you have on. Sam Witwer is a guest I always wanted to be on this show and he did not disappoint. I love how this show not only has great stories but also helps us recognize certain issues and behaviors that we may not realize we have in our lives or difficult times all kinds of people are going through....I am so very grateful for this show and we love you guys.

[@fandomhybridpodcast]

I love hearing Sam talk about the Being Human days. This was and still is one of my favorite shows ever.

[@jmezo6656]

Being Human was an amazing show. Really underrated!

[@nicoleparreira1024]

Should I watch it? Any idea where it is?

[@russellward4624]

​@Nicole Parreira the orriginal is better.

[@Letmseeseeeeyou]

@@nicoleparreira1024right now it’s on prime video , they only have season 1-3 , amc + and Sundance now have the complete series though

[@njnikusha]

@@nicoleparreira1024amazon prime … ignore UK version its boring

[@riseagainphoenix]

@@russellward4624 I've watched both the original and the north american version and the original's first 1 or 2 seasons is better, but as an overall complete story from beginning to end, the Sam Witwer version is FAR superior. It was one whole story that didn't dip in quality, while the original went from a high to a loooooowwww.

[@diegoortiz5139]

This was probably one of my top 3 episodes of this show, I could really hear Sam do impressions for a hour and a half.

[@michelleking8302]

Sam's a class act! Thanks for getting him on. 🎉

[@hammerman199374]

If you have him back, please ask Sam about his occasional Twitch streams he does. Just playing various video games and interacting with fans on an equal level. Seriously one of the coolest things he does.

[@brookswilliams5239]

What's his Twitch channel called?

[@keepinitkawaii]

@@brookswilliams5239 SamWitwer

[@hammerman199374]

@@brookswilliams5239 samwitwer

[@EGGTESTTUBE]

Watching Michael's eyes light up during Sam's Harrison Ford impression was the greatest thing ! Love you guys!

[@dhoffman1972]

Another amazing episode. I had no idea Mr. Witwer was so amazing at voice acting, but he is one of the best I've ever heard. I relistened to those parts with my eyes closed and it's chilling how accurate he really is. Like Ryan, I got messed up at the end and my mind said, "Always hold on to Smallville", so it's not just you Ryan...LOL

[@jdmoncada8205]

This was a really great interview. I enjoyed Sam talking about rewriting the mental script he had about himself. As a creative person, even if not an actor, it's easy to fall victim to that. He seemed really relaxed and like a cool dude who'd be chill to hang out with. I"m glad he seems to be in a happy place.

[@shadowsly2219]

This was fantastic. SAM is great and he had me tearing up talking about his journey working with Lucasfilm.

[@LazyEyeNZ]

Thank you Michael. I've always wanted to see Sam on this podcast. This was such a great conversation and I'll be watching this on repeat. #Starkiller #LexLuthorandDoomsday

[@Wedge-Antilles]

Make Dave Filoni President of LucasFilm #FireKathleenKennedy

[@theresemarkham9387]

I just finished listening to this episode. Sam is such a talented voice artist. His Harrison Ford was my favorite. He definitely has worked hard to get were he was at in his career. He is definitely very talented and I honestly thought that he had been on the podcast before. It honestly felt like he had. He definitely needs to do a part 2.

[@captaincooool]

Wife and I couldn't get enough of Being Human, that was really well done.

[@MatteoRuberto]

I’m realizing I loved every single one if his works without having the slightest idea that was him. From being human to tfu etc, he is awesome, and now I see he is the coolest guy!

[@billysmith1873]

I love Sam, he seems like a genuinely nice guy. Fantastic actor.

[@CarnageO31]

I love Sam. I enjoy his work and his twitch streams are so chill and fun. He's so freaking knowledgeable.

[@travismiddleton8218]

Sam Witwer is the most chill, down to earth actor. He played General Zod, Doomsday, was in Once Upon a Time, the fantastic voice of Maul, Starkiller and Palpatine in Star Wars! Amazing actor. Loved this conversation

[@xamalion7334]

Don’t forget Battlestar Galactica!

[@halogalaxy5612]

Wait he played Zod?

[@xamalion7334]

@@halogalaxy5612 yep, in Smallville

[@halogalaxy5612]

@@xamalion7334 I don’t remember that I thought it was played by callum blue

[@xamalion7334]

@@halogalaxy5612 sorry it’s been a long time, but I think it was him. Or maybe he voiced him in an animated version. Wasn’t James Masters Zod in Smallville? The more I think about it the more I’m confused.

[@user-vj9iy5we5q]

Im replaying both The Force Unleashed games right now and his performance gives me chills everytime. Those games are near and dear to me. Sam’s knowledge and love for Star Wars are unrivaled! Its cool to know that theres so many people that love and appreciate Sam’s work like I do! Thanks Sam!

[@Supaboy000]

Sam Witwer's voice work alone is pretty legendary

[@logan2b]

I knew this interview would come because you have done panels with Sam before and it did not disappoint. He is such an amazing voice actor

[@FinalShineInc]

"take the tools you have Right Now and use them to make yourself as happy as you can be" is a lovely quote im taking away from this excellent podcast

[@brookswilliams5239]

THIS WAS PROBABLY MY FAVORITE EPISODE! It really was just 2 guys talking lol everything just flowed naturally. You and Sam are SOOO underrated it makes me angry sometimes. Love what you guys do and take care

[@ZeratKJ]

I have respect to this man as an actor, as a nerd, and as a funny guy :)

[@xelawash]

I AM COMPLETELY COVERED IN GOOSEBUMPS!! That interview was astounding!! 💪🫶

[@tsummers2112]

Oh I love Sam Witwer!! I have met him several times at various Cons...he is a wonderful, gracious and kind person!!! Awesome podcast...thank you all so much!!

[@ganas3]

I could listen to you guys for hours. Definitely need him back on in the future and cant wait for when hes a guest on Talkville.

[@icc2010]

Definitely one of my more favorite episodes. I especially love how many voices Sam can do

[@FlyingWithSpurts]

Sam, you are a treasure. This IoY was beyond entertaining, and your stories and voices gave me chills.

[@mariawren6146]

Sam is absolutely right at 44:25 about being honest. It is very appealing. This was a fantastic episode!!! Sam is seriously one of the most enjoyable guests on any podcast.

[@eric-ty3yn]

I saw Mask of the Phantasm in Theater . Drove 40 miles through hazardous conditions to watch it. Loved it

[@LiLisa24]

So excited for this one!! Thank you for getting Sam on the podcast Michael ❤

[@zerocrutch]

The ending of Being Human was one of the best endings to a show out there. I think they wrapped it up perfectly.

[@combatkettle]

57:19 absolutely amazing advise

[@maddux5]

Can somebody please tell me how Sam Witwer isn’t one of the biggest names in Hollywood? Such a talented actor, and he absolutely crushes every single role

[@Red-zh7vq]

Me and my mom are big Witwer fans. I loved him in Star Wars and she loved him in Being Human.

[@lukestoybox6613]

Spot on impressions of Harrison and George and pretty much everything else 👏 It’s always so fun to watch Sam answer Star Wars Trivia, and talk about Star Wars in general

[@IRDANIMAL]

More Witwer. Much like Rosenbaum, the world needs more of both of you. And Ryan.

[@derekpeterson7412]

So glad to see Sam back. Love his style and vibe so much. Starkiller all day!

[@talon3684]

Witwer is brilliant. He was great as Davis Bloome. Great actor and voice actor. Fun, captivating dude all around. No surprise his career listings are so varied and fun. They say it's all about who you know but unless you got the talent and the confidence to shine and be yourself when it counts, you won't get entrance to the doors you want to when it comes to the connections you make. This was a fun listen and watch.

[@Brook11223]

Sam Witwers Oceanmaster in Throne to Atlantis also so good. He just brought that conviction to the performance.

[@Patrick-wl6pw]

I remember dc film

[@brookswilliams5239]

I didn't even know that was him lol

[@petersjokvist2078]

Sam Witwer is one my all time favourites . Seeing him perform and the depth that he gives his characters is bloody hypnotizing

[@janeporter818]

I love Sam Witwer. Fantastic actor.

[@justaguy7230]

2008 was a great Sam Witwer year. Smallville season 8 and the Force unleashed came out within days of each other and both were awesome.

[@GrantyoRT]

Great seeing Sam on the podcast, been a big fan of his work since Smallville. Most recently, I saw him as the tenacious Deacon St. John on Days Gone.

[@LogamusPrime]

I loved Being Human! Felt like such an underrated show that has stayed with me throughout the years.

[@edes01]

With Favreau / Filoni moulding Star Wars and Witwer’s history with Filoni’s animated projects, I hope we see Galen Marek (Starkiller) come into the Mandalorian-verse.

[@chadbrochill19]

That Being Human - Drew Struzan painted is a banger. Also, Being Human? Extremely underrated show and realllly should've been a 5 seasons at least. Great Season 1 (amazing dynamic) , Season 2 was decent but it picked up and got a lot better. Desperately needed a payoff ending.

[@ace360]

Yes!!!!!!!! Lex Luthor with Doomsday! Sam Witwer! Darth Maul, The Son, Emperor, Aden,.. Also he never ages!🤣 Loved this Michael 💙🤘

[@kevinpratt8476]

I wish they had talked more about his experience on Supergirl and his experience and his experiences on Smallville

[@Brook11223]

Sam Witwer is just amazing at everything he does. He was originally General Zod in the season 8 finale when he comes out of the cube making an uncredited appearance but was only contracted for one season for one character which was Davis Bloome.

[@chand911]

This is not true..

[@Karazorel.Ms.PG1]

He was in Being Human ...Supergirl. i seen the Mist.Mad when Being Human went off

[@julieavis1714]

He would’ve been a great General Zod. I hate to say it, but probably better than the one we got.

[@MKF30]

Zod was played by Callum Blue, not Sam once Zod's run was over. Wither was already casted as Bloom/ Doomsday by that point. The nude scene as a stand in for Zod but he was always supposed to play DD/Davis Bloome went uncredited from Smallville trivia IIRC.

[@julieavis1714]

@@MKF30 I also heard they were going to have him play Zod but felt he was too identifiable as Davis Bloom. Not sure where I read it. Doomsday was supposed to play out a little differently. I will try to find out where I heard about him playing Zod.

[@joebasketballhighlights]

My god he's amazing. I mean Ive always thought of him fondly but I had no idea how talented he is, Amazing. This show just brings the best out of everyone, great job.

[@Brook11223]

Rosenbaum's office is just amazing classic memorabilia. Just beautiful.

[@MattJohnson-ky9ti]

Sam Witwer shaped so many things I still love that could of easily ended up being bit parts or forgettable. That's the true mark of an incredible actor is making those parts your own and making an audience see and hear your unforgettable passion. On top of that, he matches his talent with kindness and brevity. Thank you sir for all you have given us over the years and more to come.

[@pctech714]

Sam is amazing: so great in his interviews and so giving with his answers. Voice work is so hard, but he absolutely nails it. I've followed Sam for years and learned so much about him from his Twitch and this video. Thank you, Michael, for this interview!

[@Butterthanever]

His voice acting is INCREDIBLE

[@HarlanGreenborough]

What a great run of guests lately, guys! Loved today's. Big fan of Sam since the days of Battlestar Galactica and even his one scene in Sunny!

[@arrankambo3665]

Gosh we NEED Sam back! that episode FLEWWWW BY!! I needed another 2 hours

[@kanashiiookami6537]

Yes! I was hesitant to start watching it because I didn't think my ADHD would let me sit through the whole thing (and I didn't want to only watch a few minutes here and there only to forget what I'd seen/heard previously) but the interview ended and all I could think was "wait, we didn't even get to the half way point of the interview. Wasn't this just the introduction?". I could easily listen to Sam for hours, he's so relatable and no matter the subject he draws you in to absorb all of it. (Dude could teach math and my dyscalculaic self would hang on every word. Lol)

[@RonW357]

I absolutely love Sam Witwer, I've been a fan of his since he was on Being Human.

[@tss3393]

1:12:34 Please tell me that's Michael breaking out his TFS Piccolo impression 😂

[@Brook11223]

Sam Witwers return with Solo: A Star Wars story with voicing Darth Maul with Ray Park showing up once again was incredible. Another time we got to see Ray Park return was for the final season when he provided performance capture for the battle with Ahoska in the final season of Clone Wars and Witwer voicing just elevated the performance even better.

[@chand911]

Guy. Just edit a single comment, why are you shotgunning this entire thread?

[@PlaidRocker32]

I love Sam Witwer. Seriously one of the coolest guys on the planet. Highly recommend checking out his streams on Twitch.

[@iamjarrettdean9358]

Dude, Sam is the $#!T!!!! Dude not only possesses the dark side of the force, he is a force! Absolutely phenomenal 👏

[@timschantz3233]

Sam's Harrison and Palpatine are amazing, but the fact that he quoted James Earl Jones from Conan put me over the moon.

[@MarabelleBlue]

Can do just say how much i needed this interview today. I was feeling so down today, you and Sam just uplifted my spirits. At times just listening I couldn’t tell if you or Sam were talking. Please have him back. Rosy I LOVE you. 💛💛💛💛💛💛 Truly an incredible show. So happy to be a patreon member. Much love to Sam. 💗

[@iLLiCiT_XL]

"I won't even tell you the Chevy Chase story." "Oh boy..." LOL

[@avocadopicture]

Sam has the same quality Mark Hamill does, where i can listen to his stories and voices for hours. Thank you for finally having him on the show. Would love to see him again, maybe talking about Frank Darabont projects and their experience with a tv studio that's not so great.

[@bruceatwood1498]

I watch every week it is something that I look forward to. We need a to part episode with Sam! He is wonderful and I need to hear more. You left out so much. Please bring him back.

[@reaper0159]

Such an awesome episode I didn't want it to end, hope he comes back on.

[@nullunit]

It was truly great hearing you two geek out doing voices. Something lots of us untrained nerds do but to have that layer of actorly hyper-focus is just dope.

[@wesleyhall3554]

Those last 2 seasons of being human showed he is an incredibly underrated actor.

[@JLOFlix]

FANTASTIC guest! Right up my alley!! S ok much fun!!

[@theresemarkham9387]

I am enjoying listening to this interview. It is nice to have Sam back on. I am pretty sure that this is his second time. Good for him for promoting something he believed in. Inside of you Tuesday is the best day of the week.

[@omega311888]

didnt realize Sam played D&D major kudos! great interview, as always!

[@Ghstmarauder]

I love how Sam is just such a giant nerd and so chill, his Twitch streams when he's just shooting the shit while playing old games is always a good time.

[@jpindahaus]

The impressions had me cracking up!

[@ToeTag1968]

Just 14 minutes in and I love this. The behind the scenes perspective of "Being Human" is interesting. It's the first time I noticed Sam Witwer. He's got a fun body of work and his voice acting is wonderful. Thanks for having a conversation with him! It'd be neat to see interviews with other cast of BH like Sam H, Meaghan or Kristen.

[@antwaynetube]

The shout out to the Amiga 500 takes me back!

[@bensneb360]

One of my favorite dudes to listen to, he’s so down to earth and fun to hear stories from

[@TrevorShredder]

This was absolutely fascinating & a joy to listen to