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Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite projects are made and personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, S ...
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The Envelope podcast pulls back the curtain to reveal intimates stories from this award season’s top contenders. A-list actors, directors and showrunners join Los Angeles Times entertainment reporters Yvonne Villarreal and Mark Olsen for conversations about their personal lives and creative processes — and how it all fuels their art.
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'Jack’s Kinky Korner' is a comical storytelling podcast centered around inappropriate fanfiction! Narrated by voice actor Jack Watson, each week features a new story guaranteed to push the envelope of literary decency. So prepare yourself, because things are about to get… weird.
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Hailee Steinfeld joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the biggest challenges and triumphs of her remarkable performance in Ryan Coogler's "Sinners." Steinfeld also looks back on the entire arc of her career, reflects on her return to the MCU as Kate Bishop, and explains why everything always rounds back to "True Grit." …
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Finn Wolfhard joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his feature-directing debut, the slasher-comedy "Hell of a Summer." He also digs into his feelings about "Stranger Things" coming to an end and what Hollywood often gets wrong about writing for Gen Z. ...Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers f…
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Kit Connor joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the A24 Navy SEAL ensemble "Warfare" and his recent Broadway debut in "Romeo & Juliet." He also digs into how he's aiming to get better as a performer with every role, and what he thinks about life after his breakthrough project, Netflix's "Heartstopper." ...Backstage has …
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Samara Weaving joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dig deep into her journey from Australian soap star to horror movie favorite. She also discusses her busy upcoming slate, from "Borderline" to the highly-anticipated "Ready or Not" sequel. ...Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the…
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Daisy Ridley joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dive deep into her career, from musical theater school beginnings to her life-changing "Star Wars" experience and recent work like "Magpie" and "Cleaner." Ridley also discusses the challenge of returning as Rey to the "Star Wars" franchise for the confirmed project directed by S…
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How theater and fashion brought 'Sing Sing's' Colman Domingo out of his shell
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In the Oscar-season finale of The Envelope video podcast, we sit down with Colman Domingo, lead actor nominee for 'Sing Sing.'By Yvonne Villarreal, mark olsen, kelvin washington
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Coralie Fargeat on nudity in 'The Substance' and Brady Corbet on 'The Brutalist's' 'runaway train'
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In the latest episode of "The Envelope" video podcast, director Coralie Fargeat explains how she prepared star Demi Moore to film "The Substance" and "The Brutalist" filmmaker Brady Corbet discusses his desire to make films that viewers can never quite pin down.By Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal, Kelvin Washington
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Angelina Jolie joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her intense preparation to play opera singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larraín's "Maria." She also dives deep into her approach to performing, her feelings toward fame, and her advice to anyone looking to explore their creative side. Backstage has been the #1 resource for …
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RaMell Ross on 'Nickel Boys'; Arianne Phillips talks dressing Chalamet as Dylan
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In our first episode back after the Oscar nominations, we chat with 'Nickel Boys' filmmaker RaMell Ross and costume designer Arianne Phillips of 'A Complete Unknown.'By Los Angeles Times
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Demi Moore joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her Oscar nominated role in Coralie Fargeat's "The Substance," her evolution as a performer, and how she stays grounded through the highs and lows of an acting career.By Backstage
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Pamela Anderson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her remarkable, SAG Award-nominated performance in Gia Coppola's "The Last Showgirl." Anderson also discusses her acting training with renowned coach Ivana Chubbuck and feeling like the "new kid in town" during awards season.Backstage has been the #1 resource for acto…
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Pamela Anderson on tackling 'The Last Showgirl'; John Magaro delves into process of 'September 5'
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In this episode of The Envelope, 'The Last Showgirl' star Pamela Anderson reflects on her life in the spotlight and John Magaro delves into the making 'September 5.'By Los Angeles Times
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Javier Bardem joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his chilling performance in 'Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story' as well as recent projects like 'Dune: Part 2' and 'Lyle, Lyle Crocodile.' Bardem also dives into his philosophies toward acting and how he's developed such a wide-ranging résumé of roles.Backstage…
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Jodie Comer + Jeff Nichols (ScreenCraft Summit)
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Bonus episode! Jodie Comer and her "The Bikeriders" writer-director Jeff Nichols join Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast for a conversation recorded as part of ScreenCraft's 2024 Winter Writers Summit. The duo discusses the "rules" of screenwriting and acting (and when to break them), as well as the ideal creative partnership between …
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Guy Pearce joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his extraordinary performance in "The Brutalist." He also talks about his earliest acting memories, how he's evolved over the years, and his candid thoughts on balancing acting as an art form and a job.Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60…
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How the Washingtons collaborated on ‘Piano Lesson’; Justin Kuritzkes on his breakout year
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This week, Malcolm and John David Washington talk about collaborating on a new August Wilson adaptation and screenwriter Justin Kurtizkes discusses his breakout year.By Los Angeles Times
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Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor + RaMell Ross (ScreenCraft Summit)
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Bonus episode! Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and her "Nickel Boys" writer-director RaMell Ross join Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast for a conversation recorded as part of ScreenCraft's 2024 Winter Writers Summit. The duo discusses the unorthodox creative process on "Nickel Boys" and their synergy as director and actor.…
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Ryan Destiny on 'Fire Inside'; Sean Baker and Mikey Madison break down 'Anora' ending
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In the latest episode of The Envelope video podcast, Ryan Destiny describes the challenges of making boxing movie "The Fire Inside" and Sean Baker and Mikey Madison explain how they fine-tuned the action, comedy and drama of "Anora."By Los Angeles Times
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Daniel Craig joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his remarkable performance in Luca Guadagnino's "Queer." The former James Bond star also discusses his earliest theater memories, his approach to character building, and why he finds it difficult to discuss acting.Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-…
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Jennifer Lopez and Jharrel Jerome on 'Unstoppable,' Mohammad Rasoulof on 'Sacred Fig'
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In this week's episode of The Envelope, the pair discusses their inspirational new film, plus filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof recounts the harrowing experience making 'The Seed of the Sacred Fig.'By Los Angeles Times
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Cynthia Erivo joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the whirlwind experience of playing Elphaba in Jon M. Chu's "Wicked" adaptation. She also talks about her chemistry with co-stars Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, the wild 48 hours of her first audition, and the mechanics of telling a story through song.Backstage has …
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Cynthia Erivo on preparing for 'Wicked,' Saoirse Ronan talks 'The Outrun' and 'Blitz'
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In the season premiere of The Envelope, 'Wicked' star Cynthia Erivo on becoming Elphaba and Saoirse Ronan on her pair of awards contenders 'The Outrun' and 'Blitz.'By Los Angeles Times
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Saoirse Ronan joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her back-to-back performances in "The Outrun" and "Blitz." The four time Oscar nominee also gets candid about the arc of her career, her best and worst experiences with directors, and why she is determined to step behind the camera herself. This episode is sponsored by …
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Naomi Scott joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her incredibly committed performance in 'Smile 2.' The actor also dives into her unique process, passion for music, and the myths around working on a horror set. Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s po…
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Katherine Langford joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her West End run as Sally Bowles in "Cabaret." The actor gives a behind the scenes look at her memorable opening night and the prep for her professional stage debut.Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podc…
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Kathryn Hahn joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the entire arc of her career, from her earliest days auditioning in New York to leading the Marvel Cinematic Universe series "Agatha All Along." She also digs into the chemistry with co-star Aubrey Plaza that makes the Disney+ show work so well.Backstage has been the #1 …
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Gaten Matarazzo joins Backstage's "In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" to discuss the pressure, dread, and joys of filming the fifth and final season of "Stranger Things." He also breaks down what it was like to make his Broadway debut at the age of 9, as well as his feelings on joining the "Star Wars" franchise with "LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the …
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Rudy Pankow joins Backstage's "In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" to discuss how he works on his craft while filming Netflix's hit series "Outer Banks" and rehearsing for his starring role in "Romeo & Juliet" at the American Repertory Theater. Pankow also dives into why aspiring actors need to seek out great writing and his thoughts and what his…
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Walton Goggins joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back at his earliest days in the industry and detail the bold decisions that led to his eclectic career. Goggins also discusses how he became The Ghoul in Amazon's adaptation of "Fallout."By Backstage
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Why Nava Mau 'needed' 'Baby Reindeer' and how Hiroyuki Sanada shaped 'Shōgun' from the start
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In this week’s episode of The Envelope video podcast, "Baby Reindeer" breakout Nava Mau opens up about drawing courage from Netflix's viral hit and "Shōgun's" Hiroyuki Sanada describes how becoming a producer remade him as an actor.By Los Angeles Times
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Tyler James Williams on frustrating 'Abbott' fans, 'Hacks' star Paul W. Downs on the comedy 'crisis'
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In this week’s episode of The Envelope video podcast, Tyler James Williams reveals that the team behind "Abbott Elementary" actually loves frustrating viewers, and "Hacks" star Paul W. Downs weighs in on the debate over which shows in the Emmy race deserve to be described as a comedy.By Shawn Finnie, Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal
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