Ep 103: Game Guys - Life After the Game with Hosea Chanchez, Coby Bell, and Pooch Hall

Stepping into Hollywood with nothing but a dream and a suitcase, Hosea Chanchez, Coby Bell, and Pooch Hall share the rollercoaster journeys of their early acting careers. From Coby’s move to California to Pooch’s emotional near-miss with landing his role on The Game, this episode dives into the struggles they faced in their rise to success.

This episode explores how a single phone call can change the course of a career, with the actors recalling the thrill of receiving the call from Mara Brock Akil that catapulted them into the spotlight on The Game. The actors share insights on the supportive environment that made The Game a success and reflect on their transitions to new projects like Ray Donovan, revealing the emotional highs and lows of navigating Hollywood.

Balancing fame, family, and personal struggles is no easy feat, and our candid conversations explore the pressures of maintaining a career while dealing with personal demons like addiction and sobriety. This episode highlights the delicate balance between professional success and personal happiness, celebrating the resilience and growth that have shaped their journeys both on and off-screen.