In this special episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by actor and star of Hulu's Paradise, Thomas Doherty.

While the show is typically taped in the Syndicate X Library in downtown Los Angeles, this special episode was shot in the House of the Redeemer Library in the heart of Manhattan – the first time Books That Changed My Life has been on the road. In the course of their conversation, Thomas and Chris talk hospitality, poverty, charity, transatlantic differences, spirituality, and the Book That Changed Thomas's life: Down and Out in Paris and London by George Orwell.

Thomas reflects on his experiences working service jobs, drawing parallels to Orwell's debut book. Thomas also opens up about the moment he knew he wanted to act, and tackles an age-old question: do we have free will?

All this and more in this week's episode – stay tuned for more special New York content!

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In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by author and star of Hulu's Paradise, Sarah Shahi. Sarah and Chris talk authenticity, vulnerability, writing, and the Book That Changed Her Life: A Curious Mind by Brian Grazer.

Sarah explores how curiosity can transform careers, relationships, and more. Put simply, "To be interesting, be interested."

Get yourself a copy of Sarah's new book, Life is Lifey, here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Life-Is-Lifey/Sarah-Shahi/9798895650288.

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Jay Mewes — actor, comedian, and one half of the iconic Jay & Silent Bob — sits down with Chris Collins to talk about the book that changed his life: Deadshot Beginnings by Kim Yale and John Ostrander.

At 12, Jay unknowingly delivered drugs to an undercover cop. He bounced between his grandma, strangers, and an aunt — rarely the same house two years in a row. Comics weren't just entertainment. They were survival.

In this episode, Jay opens up about things he's never said publicly — including finding out who his father was at 51. In this episode: How Jay accidentally sold drugs to an undercover cop at age 12 — and what happened next

The first time he's ever talked publicly about finding his biological father at age 51 (he grew up 20 minutes away) Why Deadshot and Vigilante — two characters who slaughter drug dealers — gave a kid who hated heroin something to hold onto

How Kevin Smith went from handing Jay comics at a community center to casting him in Clerks The candle-fire, bucket-of-piss moment that finally made Jay get sober Why you can't save someone who doesn't want to be saved — and how he learned that the hard way with his mom, his sister, and himself

What it looks like to finally become the parent you never had Jay's new show: Five Things with Jay Mewes — catch him in Murdoch Mysteries Season 20 as Slippery Bill Watson.

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Rob Riggle — actor, comedian, and former Marine — sits down with Chris Collins to talk about the book that changed his life: How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. What does a Marine, SNL cast member, and 9/11 first responder have in common with a 1936 self-help classic?

More than you'd think. In this conversation, Rob breaks down why this isn't a sales book — it's a manual for being human. From his days sweating through flight school in Pensacola to working the rubble piles at Ground Zero, the lessons inside this book showed up everywhere.

In this episode: - Why smiling changed Rob's success rate by 95% almost overnight - The real reason people in prison don't think they're bad people — and what that means for how we treat others - How a 7th grade teacher's six words completely rewired Rob's self-image - What Rob's dad "Smiling Bob" taught him about winning people over without ever reading the book - Rob's take on being right vs. being winning — and why being right often costs you everything - The 9/11 story that still gets him emotional - Why veterans isolate — and the one thing that saves lives Rob's new book: Grit, Spit, and Never Quit — grab a free copy at the link below 👇 🎁

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In this fascinating conversation, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins sits down with comedian, writer, and actor Adam Conover to discuss the book that changed his life: The Power Broker by Robert Caro. Often considered one of the greatest works of nonfiction ever written, the book tells the story of Robert Moses and the enormous influence he had on shaping New York City. Adam shares why this remarkable biography changed the way he understands power, influence, and the systems that quietly shape the world around us. Subscribe for more conversations about the books that changed remarkable lives.

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In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by award-winning actress Valerie Bertinelli for a discussion of Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories by Dr. Seuss. This conversation about a small book tackles big issues: fascism, the rise of dictatorships, love, loss, grief, and healing. Valerie also previews her vulnerable new memoir, Getting Naked, arriving on shelves March 10.

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In this episode of Books That Changed My Life, host Chris "Bulldog" Collins is joined by superstar singer and American Idol favorite David Archuleta. David speaks candidly about his experience on American Idol, his complicated relationship with his faith, his bold decision to live authentically, and the book that made it all possible: The Alchemist. Have you read The Alchemist? Leave a comment and let us know what you thought!