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The Pulse With Bill Anderson
The Pulse with Bill Anderson features in-depth interviews with celebrities, people in the news, and more.  Each week Bill talks to actors, musicians, comedians, social media stars, and newsmakers about how they have reached their own level of success.  Bill also asks all of his guests how they "use their voice for good?" The Pulse airs weekly on FOX 29 in Philadelphia and FOX Soul nationwide
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S1 Ep19: Macy Gray

S1 Ep19: Macy Gray

On this edition of The Pulse with Bill Anderson, Bill speaks to musician and actor Macy Gray about staying true to herself throughout her career. From her music to her acting Macy takes us behind the scenes of it all.  Including that time she almost blew off a role with Denzel Washington.  Since launching in February of 2022, The Pulse has welcomed names like Star Jones, Mo’Nique, Iyanla Vanzant, Kyla Pratt, Kevin Eubanks, Lavar Ball and more….
28:5327/06/2022
S1 Ep18: Zahn McClarnon

S1 Ep18: Zahn McClarnon

On this edition of The Pulse with Bill Anderson, Bill speaks to actor Zahn McClarnon who shares how things have changed for Native American Actors in Hollywood over his 30-year-long career.
28:3820/06/2022
S1 Ep17: Glenn Jones

S1 Ep17: Glenn Jones

We are celebrating Black Music Month this week talking to R&B Legend Glenn Jones.  You know Glenn from his hits like “Here I Go Again.”  Glenn talks to Bill about his storied career and the struggles that have come along with his fame.  Glenn even breaks out in a little song to prove to Bill he still can hit all the notes.  
31:0913/06/2022
S1 Ep16: Former NBA Star Alvin Williams

S1 Ep16: Former NBA Star Alvin Williams

This week on The Pulse with Bill Anderson, Bill is joined by former Villanova University and NBA Star Alvin Williams.  Alvin talks about how growing up in Philly shaped his career, the stress put on pro athletes and taking his game across the border to Canada.  Alvin also answers the tough questions about Philadelphia Fans and if what is said about the fan base in his hometown being extra tough is true.  Alvin also talks about his transition from the court to the broadcast booth.  
34:5606/06/2022
S1 Ep15: Episode 15: Best Of The Pulse

S1 Ep15: Episode 15: Best Of The Pulse

This week we are taking a look back at some of our favorite guests so far on The Pulse.  This special edition of the show includes our favorite moments Iyanla Vanzant, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Mo'Nique, Star Jones, Dawn Staley, and Lavar Ball.  
21:2930/05/2022
S1 Ep14: Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice

S1 Ep14: Neil deGrasse Tyson and Chuck Nice

They are the hosts of the popular show “Star Talk”, Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and comedian Chuck Nice join Bill Anderson on The Pulse this week.  Neil and Chuck talk about how the pairing of cosmos and comedians on Star Talk first happened.  Chuck will also tell us the one thing you should not say to him about Neil. How realistic are those outer space movies people love so much? Neil reveals which popular movie  violated the most laws of physics of all-time.  
41:4823/05/2022
S1 Ep13: Episode 13: Mo'Nique

S1 Ep13: Episode 13: Mo'Nique

From winning an Academy Award to having a hard time finding a job, Mo’Nique has experienced just about everything during her career.  This week on The Pulse with Bill Anderson, Mo’Nique talks about the decisions she has made and how they have impacted her both personally and professionally.  Does she have any regrets? And what is her take on the drama between Will Smith and Chris Rock?  Mo’Nique talks about it all this week on The Pulse.  
33:1416/05/2022
S1 Ep12: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Lavar Ball

S1 Ep12: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Lavar Ball

This week on The Pulse with Bill Anderson, Bill talks to a man who never lacks for an opinion. Lavar Ball joins the show to talk about his sons journey to the NBA, his critics, The Big Baller Brand, and Ben Simmons. The Pulse is a weekly podcast and tv show featuring topical discussions and interviews surrounding current issues, events, and entertainment.
38:4209/05/2022
S1 Ep11: Montel Williams

S1 Ep11: Montel Williams

This week Montel Williams joins Bill Anderson this week on The Pulse to talk about his career and the challenges he has faced along the way in his life.  If you think you know Montel from his talk-show that ran almost 17 years you might be surprised how much you don’t know about him.  
38:5202/05/2022
S1 Ep10: Episode 10: Star Jones

S1 Ep10: Episode 10: Star Jones

This week on The Pulse, Bill Anderson talks to Star Jones about her new role on Divorce Court, her career, and her public struggle with her weight and the moment that changed everything for her.  
35:4225/04/2022
S1 Ep9: Episode 9: Jax

S1 Ep9: Episode 9: Jax

The Pulse with Bill Anderson is a weekly podcast and tv show featuring topical discussions and interviews surrounding current issues, events, and entertainment. This week Iheart Music Award Winner Jax joins Bill to talk about her career and the challenges she has faced along the way. Jax was recently awarded the fan voted “Tik Tok Songwriter of The Year” award.
37:4618/04/2022
S1 Ep8: Episode 8: Matt Fraser

S1 Ep8: Episode 8: Matt Fraser

Psychic Medium Matt Fraser joins Bill Anderson on The Pulse.
36:4911/04/2022
S1 Ep7: Episode 7: Kyla Pratt

S1 Ep7: Episode 7: Kyla Pratt

Kyla Pratt joins Bill Anderson on The Pulse to talk about her career, family, and much more.
33:4404/04/2022
S1 Ep6: Episode 6: Freeway

S1 Ep6: Episode 6: Freeway

The Pulse with Bill Anderson is a weekly podcast and tv show featuring topical discussions and interviews surrounding current issues, events, and entertainment.  This week Bill speaks to Philadelphia Native and artist Freeway about his career behind the mic and challenges in his personal life including his battle with kidney failure and more. 
30:3528/03/2022
S1 Ep5: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Jon Dorenbos

S1 Ep5: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Jon Dorenbos

The Pulse with Bill Anderson features topical discussion and interviews surrounding current issues, events, and entertainment.  This week Bill speaks to former Philadelphia Eagle, magician, and motivational speaker Jon Dorenbos about how he uses the challenges from his life to help others. 
38:5721/03/2022
S1 Ep4: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Dawn Staley

S1 Ep4: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Dawn Staley

This week Bill Anderson is joined by Dawn Staley who talks about her success on the basketball court as an Olympic Gold Medalist, her transition to being one of the top College Basketball Coaches in the country, her fight for equal pay, and growing up in Philly.
41:5514/03/2022
S1 Ep3: Wallo

S1 Ep3: Wallo

Bill Anderson speaks to Wallace Peeples (@Wallo267) about his rise to social media stardom after spending 20 years in prison.
35:5007/03/2022
S1 Ep2: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Kevin Eubanks

S1 Ep2: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Kevin Eubanks

Philadelphia native and longtime Tonight Show Musical Director Kevin Eubanks joins Bill Anderson to talk about growing up in Philly, how he landed the Tonight Show gig, and his famous encounter with Diana Ross.
47:0828/02/2022
S1 Ep1: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Iyanla Vanzant

S1 Ep1: The Pulse with Bill Anderson: Iyanla Vanzant

In the first episode of The Pulse, Bill Anderson speaks to Iyanla Vanzant about her career, her personal connection with Bill and much more.
34:0318/02/2022