Micro Drama Doses

S02E06 : Danny Farber Is Steven Spiel-Vert!!

In this episode we chat with Director/Actor Danny Farber about everything from Freudian slips to his recognizable role on Chicago Fire - COLEMAN LIVES! Danny has been in the vertical game for a minute and he's here to tell us all about it. The ups, the downs, the filming in locations you have never seen, and how flexibility and decisiveness make a great vertical director. We also chat about what's next and how AI is a rude little taker! Get honest fun reviews of two of his shows Dash of Fire on Shortical and one of our new faves, From Royalty to CEO'S Christmas Princess on GoodShort. Links below! Dash Of Fire : https://shortical.com/drama/dash-of-fire-164 From Royalty to CEO'S Christmas Princess : https://www.goodshort.com/drama/from-royalty-to-ceo-s-christmas-princess-31001225392 Full list of verts and other stuff on Danny's IMDB page. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6211998/?ref_=ext_shr_lnk Micro Drama Doses Credits: Hosts: James Kirkland & Marie Lively Producers: Enzo Semmens, Michael Reich & Marie Lively Engineer/Associate Producer: Tony Bouzada Additional Engineer: Aaliyah Walker Editor: Diego Chaidez

S02E05: Mariah Moss is the Boss

Vertical superstar Mariah Moss swings by the studio for a deeply entertaining chat. Marie along with guest host Molly Anderson (yes, another vertical superstar) delve into Mariah's brainwaves touching on topics like: Boots Acting (especially facial expressions) Turning down absolutely insane roles Watch now!!!

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S02E04: TEMU-thy Spills All The Tea!!

Get ready for a wild and winding conversation with your token vertical hockey guy and BFF, Matthew Tyler Vorce. Matt may not act in as many verticals as some, but we think what he has done speaks volumes. James coined him TEMU-thy Chalamet on a past episode, and we were so glad he didn't hate us for it. In fact, he loved it, and we get to find out why! In this episode we talk to Matt about sooooo many things. From absurd horror theatre to the Vegas Mafia to his Social Venn Diagram with Timothee Chalamet and the mean fans of his delightful ex, Billie Eilish!! And, we talk about verticals of course. But Matt came to spill tea, and we are HERE FOR IT!!! You do NOT want to miss all this episode unpacks. So grab a seat and maybe a drink and get ready for the twists and turns from the life of TEMU-thy!!!

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S02E03: Jessica Jacoby Doesn't Pump Her Own Gas!!

In this long awaited episode Marie and James talk to Jessica Jacoby about everything from her soothing voice to pumping gas to putting tiny men in her spy purse. We also get into leading man abs - are they fake?! - And her future as a writer and producer. We will eat Jess's cookies (that's not a euphemism - she bakes ya'll !). And of course we'll review and discuss a couple our fave Jess verts, The CEO Trap and Good Girl; Bad Biker both on Dramashorts. We laugh we drink bubbles, we yell at James for bringing up Jeffrey Epstein ...so grab your paper cup and join us for a guaranteed good time!

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S02E02: Molly Anderson and Jess Jacoby get high for 420

It's 420. Former Micro Drama Doses guests and long time friends Jess Jacoby and Molly Anderson have been begging Marie to do a 420 episode. Well, that day has finally arrived and this episode does NOT disappoint. Fire up a blunt, hit the bong or vape and sit back while these three ladies... do the same. We talk about verticals, weed, sex, and lots of other topics inspired by being completely blasted. Watch now!

S02E01: Don Miroradoff is NOT a Vampire!

Episode 1 of Season 2 is officially upon us, on Friday the 13th nonetheless, and what a better day to release an episode with the infamous screen king Don Miroradoff! We talk about all things vertical and beyond, including his life before the silver screen, the commonalities between America and Ukraine, his love for muscle cars, working in pageants, commercials and of course, verticals. James and Marie also review his film Baby Bump to Billionaire's Wife from DramaBox starring Don Miroradoff, Noah Fernley, and Marie Elizabeth DeWitt

S1E14: It’s an Aaron Oberst Daddy December Christmas!

In this special holiday episode of Micro Drama Doses, vertical hunk and superstar Aaron Oberst joins us… why? Because he plays the iconic Daddy December in one of the steamiest verticals on ReelShort to date- and bonus- it’s a Christmas movie. Halfway through, his Daddy December co-star Jessica Jacoby joins us for some holiday fun, and she comes bearing gifts (she always does). No reviews in this special episode, just tons of vertical holiday fun and insane antics by the team! #aaronoberst #jessjacoby #microdramadoses #verticaldrama #reelshort #daddydecember

S1E13: Sean McHugh and Kalinda Gray Unplugged!

On episode 13 of Micro Drama Doses we interview fantastic actors and amazing people, Sean McHugh and Kalinda Gray. We also review Remarried at 50: My Husband Turns out to be a Billionaire, starring you guessed it: Sean McHugh and Kalinda Gray! We talk astrology, their favorite verticals, acting in the microdrama space and having to compete with talent who are younger, how to serve the actual demographic who watches verticals, and Marie consensually touches Sean’s hair. Watch now!

S1E12: Molly Anderson and her Third Eye!

This week on Micro Drama Doses, Marie and James get a visit from young and amazing star, Molly Anderson! We also review: Falling for a Superstar 2 Starring Ashley Michelle Grant, Jackson Tiller, Laze, and Molly Anderson on AltaTV Hatefully Yours Starring Mariah Moss, Molly Anderson and Leif Erik Offerdahl on DramaPops Scoring my Sexy Coach Starring Molly Anderson, Jessica Jacoby, and Sam Myerson from AppShorts Our chat with Molly is super fun, and we dive into topics like pumpkin carving, directing verticals, awkward intimacy scenes and WHATTPAD. Starring: Molly Anderson Hosts: Marie & James Platforms Reviewed: AltaTV, DramaPops, AppShorts Subscribe for more vertical reviews, micro-drama chaos, and celebrity takeovers every week!

S1E11: Jeff Violette, He Likes the Spaghetti!

Marie and James from Micro Drama Doses sit down for a full hour interview with vertical legend in the making, Jeff Violette! We talk vertical drama, working with platforms like ReelShort, microdrama wardrobe, growing up in Connecticut, and more. We also review: - Shoot at My Heart starring Jeff Violette and Alexandria Watts - Destined for My Billionaire Soulmate starring Jeff Violette and Mariah Moss from Shorts platform - The Billionaire's Matchmaker starring Jeff Violette, Mark Pontarelli and Kirby Ellwood also a Shorts exclusive Watch now!

S1E10: Dungeons of Ecstacy and so much more!

Eric Guilmette? Nicole Mattox? Felix Merback? Yes- we interviewed them all at the same time! Join us for this Halloween horror special dedicated to the dark and sultry ReelShort release: Dungeons of Ecstasy. Shot in Italy by infamous horror icon Charles Band from Full Moon Features, Dungeons of Ecstasy is a fascinating look into indie filmmaking in the vertical space. Plus, we start a band. Enjoy the spook!

S1E09: Felix Merback: A Rising Star with Drip

Felix Merback is everywhere right now and we’re not mad about it 😏 From Sleeping With My Fake Sister to Kissed by Fire and Mommy, I Got You a Date, Marie & James dive into the Felix-verse: a cinematic universe of perfect jawlines, forbidden love, and paywalls that hit harder than your ex’s text. Oh, and yes. Felix himself stops by to talk about working at lightning speed, on-screen chemistry, and how it feels to be the James Dean of verticals. We talk his fantastic style, producing versus acting, and his newest release, Game of Choice. So tell us: which Felix role had you unhinged? #felixmerback #reelshort #tallflix #microdramadoses #verticalseries #verticaldrama

S1E08: Nicole Mattox Vertical Superstar is NOT Basic!

This week on Micro Drama Doses, Marie and James celebrate the one and only Nicole Mattox — a certified micro-drama queen and the first actress to earn her very own takeover episode. In her interview, we touch on the classics like Breaking The Ice, how she got into verticals, her take on the zonnie industry, and MUCH MORE! We also review: - The Freaky Exchange (a Muay Thai body-swap romance) Starring Nicole Mattox and Tate Doppler - Mafia Boss Becomes My Pet (woof) Starring Nicole Mattox and Mark Vega - You Drive Me Crazy (a hot car-sex-turned-billionaire-reunion thriller), with Ncicole Mattox and Ben Whalen Stick around till the end for their hilarious deep dive into tampon tutorials, dog hospital confusion, and why You Drive Me Crazy might just be Nicole’s hottest vertical yet. Starring: Nicole Mattox Hosts: Marie & James Platforms Reviewed: Vigloo, DreamyShort, ReelShort Subscribe for more vertical reviews, micro-drama chaos, and celebrity takeovers every week! #MicroDramaDoses #NicoleMattox #VerticalDrama #ReelShort #DreamyShort #Vigloo #MicroDramaReview #ComedyPodcast #YouDriveMeCrazy #FreakyExchange #MafiaBossBecomesMyPet

S1E07: The Sweetness of SaltyTV w/ Steven Morana + Christianne Cruz

This week on Micro Drama Doses, Marie and James host a SaltyTV takeover reviewing two verticals and then sitting down with the creators behind one of them. Red Talons — written/directed by Christianne Cruz and starring Steven Morana. Werewolf mafia vibes, period-piece aesthetic, and “cliff chaos” that had us clicking past the paywall. Power Play — a college hockey romance with fake-dating, rink rivalry, and a very memed “fight circle of abs.” Interview We’re joined in-studio by Stephen Morana and Christiane Cruz to talk Red Talons world-building, prosthetics, and elevating vertical storytelling. If you like this SaltyTV special, tap subscribe and tell us which vertical to review next! #MicroDramaDoses #SaltyTV #RedTalons #PowerPlay #VerticalSeries #MicroDrama #stevenmorana #christiannecruz

S1E06: Eric Guilmette's Vertical Dominance

This week on Micro Drama Doses, James and Marie spotlight vertical drama star Eric Guilmette. We review three of his great projects: -The Secret She Couldn’t Escape (Vigloo) -Chosen by Fate, Rejected by the Alpha (Pocket FM) -Dungeons of Ecstasy (ReelShort). Plus, Eric joins us to talk about his journey from romance novel covers to becoming one of the most recognizable leading men in the vertical space... and his book! 🎧 Subscribe for weekly reviews, interviews, and hot takes from the world of micro dramas.

S1E05: Vigloo Takeover with Cayman Cardiff: Fires of Love and Under the Hood Reviews

In this special platform takeover episode, we sit down with Cayman Cardiff, the breakout star of Fires of Love and Under the Hood, two of Vigloo’s latest must-watch vertical dramas. 💋 In Fires of Love, he plays a scarred firefighter with a past too hot to touch. 🔧 In Under the Hood, he’s a mechanic with secrets — and abs — that could ruin everything. We talk: How he got into acting Why romance fans are obsessed with him (abs) How he brings depth to thirst traps And what it’s like to carry two series at once on Vigloo This episode is for the fans, the stans, and the secretly-in-love-with-a-mechanic crowd.

S1E04: Fast Cars, Hot Drama, & Our First Vertical Actor Interview! 🏎️🔥

Buckle up, rom-dramaholics—because this episode hits the gas! In celebration of the new F1 film, we're diving helmet-first into the wild world of racing-themed micro dramas. We review: Love in the Fast Lane – Forced marriage, fast cars, and a brooding billionaire racer named Logan. Race to My Heart – Step-sibling tension meets Formula 1 chaos. Sierra and Enzo’s forbidden chemistry is fire. Love at Dangerous Speeds – A runaway bride. A bad-boy street racer. A tragic secret. 💔💋 PLUS: We interview Marc Cotter, the hunky heartthrob of Love in the Fast Lane. He spills behind-the-scenes tea and flirts with the hosts (maybe). 💥 Plot twists, abs, accidental car metaphors, and medically urgent wedding dresses—this episode has it all.

S1E03: "Red, White & So Unhinged"

It’s a star-spangled special as Marie Lively and James Kirkland celebrate Independence Day with three all-American microdramas featuring military secrets, runaway brides, and shirtless cowboys who heal trauma one rope swing at a time. 1. Double Life of My Military Man Rebecca (the queen of vertical dramas) goes undercover to seduce a soldier—but ends up catching feelings. Is it love, or just mission creep? Marie loves the honeypot vibes; James wants clarification on whether this counts as treason. 2. The Billionaire Cowboy Runaway Bride What happens when a bride ditches her wedding and flees to cowboy country? Hot ranch hands, emotional backstories, and a lot of buttoned-down shirts being unbuttoned. Marie’s all in. James compares it to Yellowstone but hotter and dumber—in a good way. 3. Saved by the Sexy Cowboy A woman recovering from trauma is sent to a ranch where the therapy is 90% hay bale and 10% abs. James is baffled by the immediate horseback trust-building. Marie is spiritually moved by a rope swing kiss. These dramas may be short, but the feelings are huge, the shirts are optional, and America is very much in the background somewhere. Saddle up, microdrama lovers—this episode is red, white, and ridiculously hot.

S1E02: Fly Me to the Closet

In celebration of Pride Month, hosts Marie Lively and James Kirkland explore the wild, romantic, and often unhinged world of boy love microdramas. From closeted pilots to conflicted lawyers, this episode features three juicy stories full of secret hookups, confused identities, and deep yearning—all before the paywall. 1. My Mafia Pilot Boyfriend Flight attendant Tony Baker is just trying to survive his job when he matches with dreamy pilot Ryan Rossi, whose Grindr name is Cockpit Confidential. But their steamy connection comes with turbulence—Ryan might be smuggling drugs, or worse, in the mob. There’s a DEA-agent sister, some suspicious room service, and plenty of abs. 2. My Rookie Secret Agent Lover A fresh CIA recruit is assigned to spy on a suspect—only to fall for him instead. As the tension rises, so do the stakes: rooftop confrontations, whispered betrayals, and one very emotional rain scene. Marie’s obsessed with the aesthetic. James questions the agency’s HR policies. 3. Objection I’m Not Gay! When a hotshot young lawyer is paired with a closeted senior partner on a high-profile case, sparks (and objections) fly. One loves rules, the other loves rebellion—and both are very confused about their feelings. It’s office tension with a gavel and a kiss. Whether you're here for the longing looks, the ridiculous plot twists, or the slowest of slow burns, this episode delivers all the gay microdrama goodness you can handle—in vertical format, of course.

S1E01: What Even Is a Vertical?

Micro Drama Doses is the hilarious, heartfelt podcast where vertical romance addict Marie Lively schools her longtime friend and microdrama newbie James Kirkland in the wild world of bite-sized, phone-friendly love stories. In this inaugural episode, Marie introduces James to the genre’s most addictive tropes—secret babies, evil moms, brooding billionaires, and surprise werewolves—with deep dives into three juicy titles: Breaking the Ice — A high school romance goes full-blown soap opera as hockey star Easton Black and small-town girl Caro navigate teen pregnancy, controlling mothers, and missed connections. Years later, he's a pro athlete and she's raising their secret daughter—until fate (and a suspicious mole) reunites them. The Dragon Slayer is My Ex-Lover — A medieval twist on the same doomed love story. In a past life, Easton and Caro are star-crossed lovers once again—only this time, he’s off to slay dragons while she scrubs chamber pots and hides her pregnancy. It’s swords, secrets, and steamy tension across time. Accidental Surrogate for the Alpha — In a genre-bending leap into werewolf territory, Ella is tricked into carrying the heir of billionaire Alpha Dominic Moon. She’s terrified of werewolves—and of falling for one. Full of fated mates, fertility contracts, and fierce alpha growls, this one howls with melodrama. With witty banter, tangents about pee sticks and Gwyneth Paltrow, and a surprisingly sincere love for outrageous storytelling, Marie and James kick off the podcast with humor, heart, and zero shame. Whether you're a microdrama veteran or a curious first-timer, this dose is your gateway drug.