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Also Known For

Thomas Nicholas

Everyone knows the breakout role but what about everything that came after? Also Known For flips the script on the interview by celebrating the creative lives beyond the credits. Actor and musician Thomas Ian Nicholas (known for Rookie of the Year and American Pie) sits down with artists, actors and creators to explore what they’re Also Known For from new projects to hidden passions and career reinventions.

Featuring guests like Jaret Reddick (Bowling for Soup), Patrick Renna (The Sandlot) and Diedrich Bater (The Drew Carey Show and Office Space) each episode mixes honest conversation, behind-the-scenes stories and a touch of nostalgia without getting stuck in the past. Familiar faces and the unexpected side of the people you thought you knew.

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Friday · 3 min
Ryan Coughlin and the Art of the Side Hustle | Also Known For Minis
Ryan Coughlin is one of the bass players in the Thomas Nicholas Band. But what else is he known for? In this episode, Ryan talks with Thomas about his solo music, his metal band, touring, real estate, working at a car dealership, and raising four kids. The question that emerges in this conversation, and is beginning to surface throughout the series, is: What does it really mean to build a creative life? And what can that look like? Behind the music, acting, art, or performance, there is often a collection of jobs, side hustles, responsibilities, and relationships that make the work possible. Welcome to Also Known For Minis, presented by Xaca Cantina Chips. Hosted & Executive Produced by⁠⁠⁠ Thomas Nicholas⁠⁠⁠ Opening announcer: ⁠⁠⁠Jaret Reddick⁠⁠⁠ of Bowling for Soup Featured music: ⁠⁠⁠ “My Generation”⁠⁠⁠ by the Thomas Nicholas Band Producer & Narrative Strategy: ⁠⁠Aaron Calafato ⁠⁠ Editorial: Brooks Borden
September 11 · 3 min
What is Gary Foster of Mest Also Known For? | Also Known For Minis
Thomas Nicholas catches up with Gary Foster the drummer from Mest to uncover the unexpected chapters behind a familiar bandmate. From a relentless summer on Warped Tour to a life-changing crossroads, Gary shares a story of hustle, reinvention, and always finding his way back to music. Hosted by⁠⁠ Thomas Nicholas⁠⁠ Opening announcer: ⁠⁠Jaret Reddick⁠⁠ of Bowling for Soup Featured music: ⁠⁠ “My Generation”⁠⁠ by the Thomas Nicholas Band Producer: ⁠Aaron Calafato ⁠ Editing: Brooks Borden
September 3 · 3 min
What is Kevin Baldes from Lit Also Known For? | Also Known For Minis
Lit bassist Kevin Baldes is known for “My Own Worst Enemy,” but music is only part of the story. Thomas Nicholas discovers the creative work Kevin does beyond the stage, including visual art that has brought him face-to-face with music legends like Stephen Stills. Hosted by⁠ Thomas Nicholas⁠ Opening announcer: ⁠Jaret Reddick⁠ of Bowling for Soup Featured music: ⁠ “My Generation”⁠ by the Thomas Nicholas Band Producer: Aaron Calafato Editing: Brooks Borden
August 28 · 1 min
What’s Taylor Carroll of Lit Also Known For? | Also Known For Minis
This mini episode features Taylor Carroll, best known as the drummer for Lit, reflecting on the creative path that began when he was just 17 and where it has taken him since. But what is Taylor Carroll also known for? Listen to find out. Hosted by Thomas Nicholas Opening announcer: Jaret Reddick of Bowling for Soup Featured music: “My Generation” by the Thomas Nicholas Band
S1 · E6
Dec 31, 2025 · 50 min
More than Pulp Fiction - Roger Avary - Vol 2
In Volume 2 of his conversation with Roger Avary, Thomas Ian Nicholas moves past Pulp Fiction to talk about the work he is ALSO KNOWN FOR. Roger shares his perspective on storytelling, his friendship with Quentin Tarantino and the rumors surrounding it. A thoughtful continuation that focuses on the parts of his career that don’t always get discussed.
S1 · E5
Dec 24, 2025 · 52 min
More than Pulp Fiction - Roger Avary - Vol 1
In Episode 5 of Also Known For, Thomas Ian Nicholas sits down with Academy Award winning writer Roger Avary for a wide-ranging conversation about his early days shaping iconic films like Pulp Fiction with Quentin Tarantino to the personal and professional chapters that followed. Roger reflects on the paths that defined his career and the things he learned along the way.
S1 · E4
Dec 17, 2025 · 27 min
More than American Pie - Thomas Ian Nicholas
In Episode 4 of Also Known For, Thomas Ian Nicholas turns the mic inward and interviews himself. What follows is an honest, self-aware and unexpectedly funny look at a career spanning four decades — from childhood acting to iconic roles and beyond. A fitting reminder of the show’s core mission: looking past the credits and into the creative life that keeps evolving.
S1 · E3
Dec 10, 2025 · 59 min
More than Office Space - Diedrich Bader
Everyone knows Diedrich Bader from his iconic roles in the Drew Carey Show, Office Space, Napoleon Dynamite, Veep and a hundred more. In Episode 3 of Also Known For, We dive into his four-decade career and which includes us working together 18 years ago. We also reveal what he is Also Known For... This episode is full of insight, laughs and genuine heart.
S1 · E2
Dec 3, 2025 · 37 min
More than The Sandlot - Patrick Renna
Thomas Ian Nicholas hosts Also Known For with Patrick Renna (The Sandlot) as his second guest, digging into the surprising chapters of Patrick’s career from acting and producing to new creative ventures fans might not expect. A candid, funny, and refreshingly real conversation that goes far beyond the “You’re killing me, Smalls!” nostalgia.
S1 · E1
Nov 26, 2025 · 51 min
More than Bowling for Soup - Jaret Reddick
Thomas Ian Nicholas kicks off Also Known For with Jaret Reddick of Bowling For Soup, exploring the unexpected corners of his career from creativity to mental health and the constant reinvention beyond the pop-punk hits everyone knows. A funny, honest, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation to launch the series.
Nov 21, 2025 · 30 sec
Introducing: Also Known For
Also Known For shines a spotlight on the projects and passions that define artists beyond their most iconic roles. Host Thomas Ian Nicholas dives into fresh conversations that celebrate who they are now, not just who they were.

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