Who’s the Boss? | Exes, Affairs & Enemies | Montecito Ep 6
As JJ (Mike Manning) demands full control over the Santa Barbara Wharf revitalization project, Bethany Gina (Emme Rylan) questions his motives. Meanwhile, Gio (Marc Anthony Samuel) spirals after confronting the truth about his rekindled romance with Deacon (Peter Porte)… and the very real obstacles between them. Their passionate reunion unravels in heartbreaking fashion, just as Mina (Chelsea Rendon) tightens her grip on power with a dangerous ultimatum of her own.Back at the Roman mansion, tensions erupt as Mina and Bethany Gina go head-to-head in a vicious late-night confrontation. And when Gio makes a shocking decision about his future in Montecito, it may be too late to stop the fallout.💔 Forbidden love, corporate power struggles, and brutal betrayal converge in this emotionally explosive episode of Montecito — the addictive audio soap opera you can’t stop listening to.Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego Granvillle Kelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla Carreri Announcing by Rick HearstDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama drops. What do you think is Gio’s secret? Let us know in the comments. Like MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseries Subscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214 Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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Montecito After Sunset: Marc Anthony Samuel on Voice Acting, Gio, Character Building & Podcast Drama from Episode 5 | Audio Soap Podcast
Marc Anthony Samuel shares his process for creating a backstory for Gio Carreri, a character shrouded in mystery and how he approached Gio’s emotional depth and complexity. Writers and creators Grant Rutter and Andrew Pemberton Fowler join the conversation to dive into their storytelling choices, how music shapes the atmosphere, and the collaborative process behind this immersive audio experience. Whether you're a die-hard Montecito fan or new to the show, this behind-the-scenes episode offers rich insight into the making of an audio drama. Submit your questions on Facebook and in the YouTube commentsLike MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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What a Betrayal | Power Plays and Pillow Talk | Montecito Ep 5
The Regalton Boardroom becomes a battlefield as Mina (Chelsea Rendon) confronts Bethany Gina (Emme Rylan) with bold demands and buried resentments—threatening to reveal the shocking truth behind her rise to power involving JJ (Mike Manning). Meanwhile, Deacon (Peter Porte) seeks comfort in Gio’s (Marc Anthony Samuel) arms at the luxurious Pleasant View Resort, but their bliss is tested by old wounds and new ultimatums.As corporate scandal and forbidden romance collide, old friends reconnect (Kelly Thiebaud), power dynamics are rewritten, and Montecito’s elite face the consequences of ambition and desire.Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego GranvillleKelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla CarreriAnnouncing by Rick Hearst Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama drops.Who should JJ trust — Bethany Gina or Mina? Let us know in the comments.Like MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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Montecito After Sunset: Sound Design Secrets, Crafting Drama from Episode 4 | Audio Soap Podcast
Go behind the scenes of Montecito to explore how sound design drives drama, power, and emotion. From Bradley Belasco’s (Vincent Irizarry) debut to Helena's (Crystal Chappell) garden atmosphere, discover how we use audio to build tension, reveal loyalties, and shape character. We break down key scenes—like the boardroom drama between Bethany Gina (Emme Rylan) and Mina, and the chaos of Episode 1’s party—to show how music, ambient sound, and sonic cues bring the world of Montecito to life.Submit your questions on Facebook and in the YouTube commentsLike MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
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Conspiring | A Fragile Truce & Family Ties | Montecito Ep 4
Mina (Chelsea Rendon) and JJ (Mike Manning) navigate a fragile truce as she offers support ahead of an emergency board meeting—though her loyalty is anything but clear. Bradley (Vincent Irizarry) and Bethany Gina (Emme Rylan) strategize over Regalton’s future, while Helena (Crystal Chappell) pushes Deacon (Peter Porte) to choose Gio (Marc Anthony Samuel) over Mina.As Deacon grapples with family obligations and his past, Gio’s return sparks more tension. When the board meeting derails, the true battle for control begins.Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-BelascoVincent Irizarry as Bradley BelascoMike Manning as JJ RomanPeter Porte as Deacon GranvilleChelsea Rendon as Mina Rast-GranvilleEmme Rylan as Bethany Gina Roman-QuinnMarc Anthony Samuel as Gio CarreriJake Getman as Diego GranvillleKelly Thiebaud as Dr. Layla CarreriAnnouncing by Rick Hearst Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for weekly drama drops.Who should JJ trust — Bethany Gina or Mina? Let us know in the comments.Like MONTECITO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/montecitoseriesSubscribe to MONTECITO on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/montecito/id1806842214Watch MONTECITO on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MontecitoSeries
Under the shadows of Montecito’s towering palm trees there are those that fight to maintain success and those that plot to gain power. A narcissistic opportunist invades the lives of longtime residents and entangles them in her web of deception, sex and conflict on her way to the top.Prepare for a reimagining of the audio soap opera. Independently produced and created by Emmy Nominated producer Grant Rutter, this is Montecito. New episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays, starting Tuesday, April 22nd. Subscribe now and step into a world where everyone has something to hide... and everything to lose.Character Guide: Crystal Chappell as Helena Granville-Belasco, a strong willed mother who’s not afraid to get her hands dirty to protect her family. Vincent Irizarry as Bradley Belasco, the alpha business man and ageless playboy. Daytime Emmy Winner Mike Manning as JJ Roman, the reckless, alcoholic nepo-baby. Peter Porte as brooding Deacon Granville, the trapped husband burdened by a moral obligation. Chelsea Rendon as treacherous Mina Rast-Granville, the malignant narcissist with an iron grip on her Montecito lifestyle and marriage of convenience. Emme Rylan as business maven Bethany Gina Roman-Quinn the overbearing sister and overachieving COO. Marc Anthony Samuel as even-keeled Gio Carreri, the returning resident confronted with his past from all angles. Kelly Thiebaud as straight-talking Dr. Layla Carreri. Jake Getman as Diego Granville, a young man caught in the eye of the storm.
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