Milling About

Miley Cyrus: Imperiled as a Babe by Billy Ray Miley Cyrusgrew up at risk from Billy Ray Cyrus’ daredevil ways—but is none the worse for it today. In a 2006 interview with host Robin Milling, which has never before aired anywhere, the country music powerhouse revealed how reckless he was with infant daughter Miley. “Britney Spears is getting all this crap for having her baby in the front seat of the car,” he said of the infamous incident in which the pop tart was snapped by paparazzi while riding in her SUV with son Sean Preston on her lap. “Oh my goodness. If they had pictures of me—the things I did with Miley on four-wheelers and dirt bikes…” (To read the full story, click here.)

Jerry O’Connell: My Private Parts Look Great in 3D! There’s a scene in Piranha 3D that gives new meaning to the term 3D. That would be the one where star Jerry O’Connell—who plays a porn star- turned-videographer—gets his manhood chomped off by the man-eating creatures. Then parts—let’s say three of them—of Jerry’s, ah, “D” come flying off the screen. The real question is, how does it feel to have hundreds of moviegoers appearing to be showered in your most intimate of flesh? “It was actually pretty fun. I’ve seen a little bit of it,” the former child star tells Milling About host Robin Milling. “I shouldn't say that. I’ve seen a large chunk of it—and it looks… (To read the full story, click here.)

Roger Daltrey: The Lost Interview Contrary to what you’d expect from those of a rocker whose pyrotechnic stage presence helped define the ‘60s, Roger Daltrey’s kids are alright. In this 1989 interview with Robin Milling, which has never before aired anywhere, The Who frontman discussed his career from the New York set of the never-released feature film The Teddy Bear Habit. “It’s terrible but it’s probably true but I’m so happy being with my kids. I really do enjoy them,” he said when asked about becoming a dad. “It’s wonderful to be with them in these last seven years apart from The Who. Back then, there wasn’t that much time to really enjoy them. It was always kind of a barrier. I’ve got a really boring… (To read the full story, click here.)

Ashley Judd’s Political Aspirations Is Ashely Judd eying the White House—or at least Capitol Hill? Could be, as she herself reveals on Milling About. “I just graduated Harvard, from the John F. Kennedy School of Government and got a [Masters of Public Administration], and it was absolutely fabulous,” the Double Jeopardy star tells host Robin Milling. “It’s a possibility that I could run for office some day. I mean, the Kennedy School is certainly the ultimate formal power factory, and I would consider myself reasonably well trained at this point because…” (To read the full story, click here.)

The Dry Land writer/director Ryan Piers Williams and star Ryan O'Nan affectionately dubbed R1 and R2 on set to avoid confusion, join Robin Milling. Williams discusses the film's attention to Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome and opening our eyes to the horrors of war. Star O'Nan gives a stirring performance as an Iraqi vet suffering from PTSD and talks about how the film affected him personally and his other career as a musician.

Jerry Garcia: The Lost Interview Talk about breaking new ground! Jerry Garcia—who would have turned 68 on Sunday, Aug. 1, 2010—had sky-high hopes for his famously peripatetic band, the Grateful Dead. In a 1990 interview with Robin Milling, which has never before aired anywhere, the legendary rocker discussed his health, drug problem, family and aspirations for The Dead. “I’ve never had a heart attack. Let me clear that up right now. But I have been ill and was on drugs, yeah,” said the Casey Jones singer, who died of a heart attack on Aug. 9, 1995 at Serenity Knolls, a substance- abuse treatment center in Forest Knolls, Calif. “But those things are kind of normal nowadays, a lot of people… (To read the full story, click here.)

Wilmer Valderrama on Lindsay Lohan: ‘I Adore Her to Death’ Wilmer Valderrama stands by his gals—even the one he cut loose six years ago, who has since amounted to little more than a series of train wrecks. Interviewed on Milling About, the That ‘70s Show star opens up about troubled former flame Lindsay Lohan, who’s serving 13 days in L.A. County Jail for violating the terms of her probation from a DUI bust. “She’s a very talented girl and I adore her to death,” Wilmer tells host Robin Milling. “I love her to death. I love her. I love Lindsay very much and I know… (To read the full story, click here.)

Robin Milling flashes back to New Year's Eve 1992 with Dick Clark in his New York home. Clark candidly shares moments of American Music Award winners Madonna and Rick Springfield, his most valuable memorabilia such as the late Michael Jackson's bejeweled glove. Personally he reflects on how the death of his brother in World War II influenced his storied career.

Kevin Kline, starring as an eccentric gentleman escorting older wealthy women about town in The Extra Man joins Robin Milling for a chat. Kevin talks about a funny incident that occurred while shooting in New York, his early days as a seat filler on Broadway, and how far he's come since his debut in dinner theater. This is not a live show so no calls please.

In this new series, Robin Milling dips into the Milling About archives for her 1995 chat with Tony Bennett in his New York home. Tony shares a nightmare fan story that forever haunts him and admits his influence on young rock bands...perhaps a precursor to Duets?!

Modern English join Robin Milling currently on tour in support of their new CD, Soundtrack featuring their original line-up. The guys talk about how their megahit Melt With You still resonates with fans and the strangest commercial requests they've gotten for the song.

Shutter Island star Mark Ruffalo joins Robin Milling to talk about his role as a sexy sperm donor in The Kids Are All Right. Ruffalo reveals the friend who inspired the character, his directorial debut Sympathy for Delicious and his personal crusade against fractured drilling in upstate New York.

Just in time for summer Mr. Hamptons Michael Wudyka joins Robin Milling poolside at The Soho House. An entertainment entrepreneur, Michael shares his exciting ventures including what's shooting at his East Hampton Studios including the most recent Jeff Daniels film Paper Man, rubbing elbows with celebs and changing policy as a member of Creative Coaliition, and who's staying at his hotel, The Enclave Inn.

Movie and television star Jason Ritter joins Robin Milling for authentic haggis, hot toddies and Irn Bru at The Amber Restaurant/Scotch Whiskey Experience for the 64th Annual Edinburgh Film Festival.

Jason Isaacs joins Robin Milling in Edinburgh to talk about everything from his surreal Sci-fi film Skeletons, his brush with a psychic, and what he will miss most of all as Lucius Malfoy when Harry Potter ends it's run for good.

America Ferrera joins Robin Milling at the 64th annual Edinburgh Film Festival to talk about her powerful role in The Dry Land, plus her upcoming celebrations both personally and professionally.

Crazy as ever comedian Pauly Shore joins Robin Milling to chat about his new mockumentary, Adopted. Pauly travels to Africa to adopt an African baby and of course, hilarity ensues.

Legendary comedian Joan Rivers 'tawks' with Robin Milling about what it was like letting the cameras into the most personal areas of her life for Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work. She also reveals the most horrific hecklers in her career.

Southside Johnny of The Asbury Jukes joins Robin Milling at Dylan's Hotel in New York, currently on tour in support of his new CD, Pills And Ammo. The South tells Robin what it's like to be affectionately called 'New Jersey's second son,' his colorful and faithful fans, and covering Tom Waits tunes with a big band.

The Mummy star Rachel Weisz returns to ancient times in Agora. Rachel joins Robin Milling to talk about getting in and out of the togas, and getting into the mind of a 4th Century Alexandria philosopher.