So odd as it may sound, Danny Trejo and "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" make a perfect pair. Since beginning New Horizons at the tail end of April -- his tweet declaring his island arrival blew up to the tune of over 39,000 retweets, 253,000 likes and counting -- he's warmed to the soft charms of the Animal Crossing universe. It's clear he's taken in the playful, role-playing spirit of the game as my plane makes its decent Trejo's airport, when Danny urgently cuts off a question of mine to deliver some vital info: "Please put your tray table and seat back in their upright position."

Actor Danny Trejo, shown here in 2014, produced the documentary Survivors Guide To Prison, which focuses on injustices within the criminal justice system. Actor Danny Trejo, shown here in 2014, produced the documentary Survivors Guide To Prison, which focuses on injustices within the criminal justice system. Fresh Air Weekend highlights some of the best interviews and reviews from past weeks, and new program elements specially paced for weekends. Our weekend show emphasizes interviews with writers, filmmakers, actors and musicians, and often includes excerpts from live in-studio concerts. Danny Trejo On Acting, Addiction And Playing'The Mean Chicano Dude': Trejo says that his experience standing in the San Quentin prison yard waiting for a riot prepared him for acting: "You're absolutely scared to death ... [but] you have to pretend you're not."