VIDEO:Rolled Ice Cream, Cheetos Bagels And Grasshoppers Are Just Some Of The Unusual Things Brian Balthazar Has Eaten On ‘The Wendy Williams Show’

Chris SiretzFebruary 8, 2019

You've seen pop culture expert, Brian Balthazar, appear on The Wendy Williams Show quite a bit over the last few years. He even co-hosted the show on three... Read More...

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VIDEO: KFC Is Testing A Cheetos Chicken Sandwich That’s Finger Lickin’ Amazing – Brian Balthazar And Jason Biggs Agree!

Chris SiretzFebruary 7, 2019

That Colonel Sanders is always up to something. KFC is testing a Cheetos Chicken Sandwich that looks finger lickin' good. Omg I just got why that's their slogan... Read More...

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DELICIOUS VIDEO: Carla Hall Makes Brian Balthazar Scrumptious Caribbean Smothered Chicken with Smashed Potatoes

BrianBalthazarJanuary 18, 2019

Carla Hall is a delight. Her Caribbean Smothered Chicken with sauteed onions, smashed potatoes with mustard dressing and Chai iced tea is beyond DELICIOUS! Chec... Read More...

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Think You Know Summer? Test Your Summer Trivia Knowledge With Me, Kathie Lee and Hoda!

BrianBalthazarJuly 5, 2017

In this, one of the most irreverent games we've played on the Today Show, we use beach balls to buzz in with an answer! Things get pretty interesting from ther... Read More...

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POP Video Flashback: In 2005, I Was Santa’s Elf At Macy’s For A Day

BrianBalthazarDecember 4, 2015

In 2005, a younger, idealistic me spent the day at the amazing Macy's Santaland, under the name "Peppermint Stick." It was a great time, and the kids were both funny and adorable. (The ones I didn't scare.) Some of them are applying for college now.... Read More...

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Who’s Brian Balthazar?

BrianBalthazarOctober 14, 2015

Brian Balthazar, Copyright Free Image Brian Balthazar has worn many hats over the years. While you may have just seen him on The Wendy Williams Show or The ... Read More...

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WATCH: Mario Cantone Tells All (Including Brian Balthazar) About Building His Remarkable Comedy Career

BrianBalthazarJune 12, 2015

From his childhood days directing backyard performances of the Poseidon Adventure, to being 'too gay' for Johnny Carson, Mario Cantone has never been anything b... Read More...

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Kristin Chenoweth Tells Me She’s Not Upset About Letterman’s Prank

BrianBalthazarApril 24, 2014

Kristin Chenoweth is every bit as charming as you'd think. Turns out she's also a really good sport... which explains why she says the prank David Letterman played on her was all in good fun.... Read More...

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WATCH: Laughs and Long Awkward Stares With The Stars Of “Two Broke Girls”

BrianBalthazarMarch 3, 2014

Kat Dennings and Beth Behrs had me giddy, flustered and thrilled to be chatting with them in the AOL offices.... Read More...

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Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Models Bare All To Brian Balthazar!

BrianBalthazarFebruary 19, 2014

Seeing a model in person is a trippy thing. Even though you’re used to seeing them look spectacular in magazines and on television, there’s still something kind of mind-blowing when you see that they’re REALLY THAT GORGEOUS.... Read More...

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Aaron Eckhart Tells Brian Balthazar About His Radical ‘I, Frankenstein’ Diet.

BrianBalthazarJanuary 22, 2014

Aaron Eckhart had a radical diet to prepare for his leading role in 'I, Frankenstein,' but the scariest part is, that's how he eats all the time! Here, Brian Balthazar sits down to talk movie monsters, Kali Stick fighting, and eating on the set.... Read More...

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POP SNAPSHOT: Talking Inspiration, And Laughing it up With Lil Jon

BrianBalthazarJanuary 20, 2014

I was fortunate enough to spend some time with Lil Jon while at Sundance this past weekend. Both of us were there for Oakley Learn To Ride with AOL at Sundance. He was truly an amazing, genuine, hilarious guy.... Read More...

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WATCH: Brian Balthazar Interviews Gilles Marini At Sundance

BrianBalthazarJanuary 20, 2014

Now with AOL, check out Brian Balthazar's interview with Gilles Marini - the scene stealer in the Sex and the City movie, not to mention, Brothers and Sisters, Dancing with the Stars, and Two Broke Girls. The two got together to chat in the digital lounge of Oakley Learn To Ride with AOL at Sundance.... Read More...

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Thanks For Watching Me On The Wendy Williams Show!

BrianBalthazarOctober 30, 2013

Hey there! For those of you discovering POPgoesTheWeek from watching The Wendy Williams Show, thanks for coming to visit the site!... Read More...

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POPgoesTheWeek Weighs In On The New Show “Masters Of Sex.”

BrianBalthazarOctober 4, 2013

I really enjoyed the premiere episode of Masters of Sex... can they keep the strong momentum going? I weigh in in this FoxNews.com article... hope you can check it out!... Read More...

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POPgoesTheWeek Talks Mia Farrow and Frank Sinatra on WPIX11 Morning News

BrianBalthazarOctober 3, 2013

Thanks to the WPIX11 news team for inviting me to talk about the CRAZY story of Mia Farrow's son Ronan. Was he actually the son of Frank Sinatra... NOT Woody Allen?... Read More...

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POPgoesTheWeek Hits WLNY’s “The Couch”

BrianBalthazarOctober 3, 2013

Thanks to the WLNY team for inviting me to sit on "The Couch" to talk about the Michael Jackson wrongful death case, a possible double divorce in Kardashian-land, and more!... Read More...

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WATCH: POP Goes The Week Dishes On Kanye’s Shameful Gig, Robin Thicke’s Crossed Line (?) and Jack Nicholson

BrianBalthazarSeptember 5, 2013

We also talk about my ridiculous sportcoat, which I admit I got on the sale rack for 60 dollars. ... Read More...

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Catch POP Goes The Week On ‘Derek And Romaine’ On Sirius XM Radio!

BrianBalthazarSeptember 3, 2013

POP Goes The Week is excited to be joining the fun and funny gang on the Derek and Romaine show on Sirius XM 108 Tuesday at 9pm ET, 6pm PT. As part of their weekly 'Tabloid Tuesday,' Brian Balthazar will be talking about all the latest celebrity gossip!... Read More...

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WATCH: POP Goes The Week visits Kathie Lee And Hoda!

BrianBalthazarAugust 5, 2013

Thanks as always to the wonderful team at Today for inviting me back to the fourth hour of the Today Show! Today I sat down with KLG and Hoda to talk about Leah Remini's lucrative book deal, Russell Brand, Simon Cowell, Lindsay Lohan, and ... my new *(and probably temporary) beard!... Read More...

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WATCH: POP Goes The Week Visits Kathie Lee and Hoda!

BrianBalthazarJuly 15, 2013

I had a great time visiting and chatting with longtime friends Kathie Lee and Hoda today on the TODAY Show! Lots to talk about today.... Read More...

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CATCH POP Goes The Week’s Brian Balthazar on VERIA LIVING TV!

BrianBalthazarJuly 2, 2013

I'm very excited to be on Over The Hump LIVE this Wednesday on Veria Living TV! Laurie Dhue brings viewers insight and information to help all of us navigate through life's daily challenges.... Read More...

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POP Goes The Week Covering The Daytime Emmy Awards on The Red Touch Red Carpet!

BrianBalthazarJune 16, 2013

POP goes The Week is excited to be part of this year's Daytime Emmy Awards red carpet coverage! Brian Balthazar will be joining the lovely and talented Carly St... Read More...

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WATCH: POP Goes The Week Chat with Kathie Lee and Hoda!

BrianBalthazarMay 28, 2013

Thanks to Kathie Lee and Hoda (and Executive Producer Tammy) for having me on today to about all things showbiz!... Read More...

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POPgoesTheWeek Psyched To Be On MSNBC’s “Caught On Camera” 100th Episode!

BrianBalthazarApril 24, 2013

I'm really excited to be a part of one of my favorite shows! MSNBC's "Caught On Camera" showcases the crazy moments that remarkably got caught on tape - and tells you the whole story! Check out their 100th episode special this Sunday!... Read More...

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