Best Envelope The Actors Podcasts (2025)

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Tramell Tillman 53:08

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5d ago53:08

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Tramell Tillman joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the intense process of playing Milchick on the Apple TV+ sci-fi hit, "Severance." He also dives deep into the long road that led this breakout moment, his advice for aspiring performers, why he stays off Reddit these days, and working across from Tom Cruise in "Missio…

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Janelle James on 'Ava's season' of 'Abbott'; Aaron Pierre breaks down the action of 'Rebel Ridge' 1:02:03

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In the latest episode of "The Envelope" video podcast, Janelle James discusses her character's arc on "Abbott Elementary," and Aaron Pierre details the training required to master the "seamless" action of "Rebel Ridge."By Los Angeles Times

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Jason Segel 46:33

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Jason Segel joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss "Shrinking" season 2 and how he's crafted his life as an artist. He also digs deep into his earliest acting days, burning out in his busy 20s, and why he found renewed energy after moving out of Hollywood. ...Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seeker…

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Kathryn Hahn on ‘Agatha All Along,’ ‘The Studio’; how ‘Étoile’ creators won over the dance world 1:15:25

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In the latest episode of "The Envelope" video podcast, Kathryn Hahn explains how she brought her inner "class clown" to "Agatha All Along" and "The Studio," and Amy Sherman-Palladino and Dan Palladino discuss the making of their transatlantic dance comedy "Étoile."By kelvin washington, yvonne villarreal, mark olsen

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Monsters' stars react to Menendez resentencing, Diego Luna on 10 years of Andor 1:08:18

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On this episode of The Envelope, Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez open up about playing the Menendez brothers and 'Andor's' Diego Luna reflects on 10 years as a 'Star Wars' revolutionary.By Mark Olsen, Yvonne Villarreal, kelvin washington

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Vincent D'Onofrio 49:44

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Vincent D'Onofrio joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss playing Marvel's Kingpin of Crime, Wilson Fisk, including updates on "Daredevil: Born Again" Season 2. D'Onofrio also digs deep into how aspiring performers can live the life of an artist and looks back on a career that includes "Men In Black," "Full Metal Jacket," …

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Darren Criss 1:04:08

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Darren Criss joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his role in Broadway's heartwarming helper-bot musical, "Maybe Happy Ending," which just earned him his first Tony nomination. Criss also dives deep into his entire career, from the super-viral "A Very Potter Musical" to "Glee," "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," and much more…

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Hailee Steinfeld 43:19

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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 38:17

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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 43:29

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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 37:00

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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 47:12

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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 35:58

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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' 1:05:22

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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 34:24

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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 1:04:26

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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 34:11

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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 31:51

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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' 1:05:34

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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 36:56

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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) 42:35

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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 42:33

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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 1:09:48

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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) 28:47

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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 59:34

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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 42:08

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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' 1:26:18

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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 42:32

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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' 1:12:09

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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

Envelope The Actors Podcasts

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In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast

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The Envelope

Los Angeles Times

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Jack's Kinky Korner

Jack Watson

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Tramell Tillman 53:08

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Janelle James on 'Ava's season' of 'Abbott'; Aaron Pierre breaks down the action of 'Rebel Ridge' 1:02:03

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Jason Segel 46:33

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Kathryn Hahn on ‘Agatha All Along,’ ‘The Studio’; how ‘Étoile’ creators won over the dance world 1:15:25

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Monsters' stars react to Menendez resentencing, Diego Luna on 10 years of Andor 1:08:18

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Vincent D'Onofrio 49:44

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Darren Criss 1:04:08

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Hailee Steinfeld 43:19

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Finn Wolfhard 38:17

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Kit Connor 43:29

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Samara Weaving 37:00

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Daisy Ridley 47:12

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How theater and fashion brought 'Sing Sing's' Colman Domingo out of his shell 35:58

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Coralie Fargeat on nudity in 'The Substance' and Brady Corbet on 'The Brutalist's' 'runaway train' 1:05:22

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Angelina Jolie 34:24

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RaMell Ross on 'Nickel Boys'; Arianne Phillips talks dressing Chalamet as Dylan 1:04:26

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Demi Moore 34:11

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Pamela Anderson 31:51

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Pamela Anderson on tackling 'The Last Showgirl'; John Magaro delves into process of 'September 5' 1:05:34

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Javier Bardem 36:56

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Jodie Comer + Jeff Nichols (ScreenCraft Summit) 42:35

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Guy Pearce 42:33

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How the Washingtons collaborated on ‘Piano Lesson’; Justin Kuritzkes on his breakout year 1:09:48

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Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor + RaMell Ross (ScreenCraft Summit) 28:47

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Ryan Destiny on 'Fire Inside'; Sean Baker and Mikey Madison break down 'Anora' ending 59:34

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Daniel Craig 42:08

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Jennifer Lopez and Jharrel Jerome on 'Unstoppable,' Mohammad Rasoulof on 'Sacred Fig' 1:26:18

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Cynthia Erivo 42:32

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Cynthia Erivo on preparing for 'Wicked,' Saoirse Ronan talks 'The Outrun' and 'Blitz' 1:12:09