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For the first time, Skip Intro goes to The Paris Theater in Manhattan to sit down with Rebecca Ferguson who stars as Captain Olivia Walker in A HOUSE OF DYNAMITE.

Directed by Oscar-winning Kathryn Bigelow, the film was screened this month at the historic 535-seat theater — NYC’s longest-running arthouse cinema.

Ferguson shares what it was like to read the powerful script written by Noah Oppenheim and how working with Bigelow was unlike any other experience on set.

The Mission Impossible actor also talks about jumping off the roof of the Vienna State Opera w...

Skip Intro returns to New York to talk all things Victoria Beckham.

From making a name for herself in a brutal fashion industry, to looking back on her time as Posh Spice, Victoria shares how the journey of making her documentary helped her to accept the realization — “that finally I am enough.”

The tenacious designer also dishes on her 26-year marriage with David, developing a bat phobia in France, and finding the perfect, simple t-shirt.

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Skip Intro comes to New York this week to talk to Louis Partridge of Enola Holmes fame.

Partridge takes on the role of Edward Guinness in the new series House of Guinness. He also stars as Wickham in Netflix’s upcoming Pride & Prejudice adaptation, as well as the younger Billy Crudup character in Noah Baumbach’s Jay Kelly.

The 22-year-old actor shares what it was like to meet his first casting director, playing rugby and being mischievous in school, and his girlfriend’s funny American accent.

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Jason Bateman stars alongside Jude Law in the high-octane limited series, Black Rabbit. The two take on brother duo, Jake & Vince, running a restaurant bar in the chaos of New York nightlife.

Bateman reveals his trick for pivoting between his character Vince and simultaneously directing and executive producing the series.

The Emmy-winning director also shares what it was like to reunite with the Ozark crew, sending a daughter off to college for the first time, and his unending love for the Dodgers.

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A new season of Skip Intro returns — with a fresh new look!

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Meghann Fahy’s outstanding performance in Sirens earned her a second Emmy-nomination — this time for Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

She plays the sharp, dark, and funny Devon DeWitt, a role that Fahy says she hadn’t had the opportunity to step into before, and the first pilot that she really chased after loving the script.

Fahy shares what it was like to pursue acting in NY as opposed to LA, her love of si...

KPop Demon Hunters has officially gone golden — and Arden Cho voices HUNTR/X front woman, Rumi.

Born and raised in Texas, moving to Minnesota for high school, then college in Illinois, Cho often grappled with her Asian American identity while also facing an exhausting pressure to be “perfect” as a way to honor her immigrant parents.

Cho shares what it was like to grow thicker skin in LA, her experience on Teen Wolf and Partner Track, and her love for playing poker as a woman underestimated in the game.

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Monica Barbaro joins Arnold Schwarzenegger for the return of action-comedy series, Fubar (Season 2).

While reprising her role as CIA agent Emma Brunner, Barbaro simultaneously filmed the character Joan Baez in A Complete Unknown alongside Timothée Chalamet — for which she earned her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Barbaro shares the struggles of breaking into the industry without having connections, her earlier years as a ballet dancer, and what it was like learning to fly fighter jets with Tom Cruise in Top Gun: Maverick.

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Ted Danson has appeared as a regular in more television shows than any other actor to date — from classics like Cheers and Becker, to more recent hits like The Good Place and A Man on the Inside.

Danson shares what drew him most to A Man on the Inside, his deep appreciation for writer-director Michael Schur, and what continues to inspire him to work at age 77.

The actor also reveals how he's dealt with his relationship to fame over the years and his long commitment to ocean conservation work.

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Rashida Jones is no stranger to the Black Mirror universe. From co-writing the hit episode "Nosedive," to being a megafan of the series — she now takes a lead role in the new Season 7 opener, "Common People."

Jones reveals why her character felt like "the most acting" of any performance and how creating a relatable, natural dynamic was essential for both thematic storytelling and viewer experience.

This month, the actor-writer-filmmaker was honored in TIME 100: The Most Influential People of 2025. Jones also shares her unabashed rejection of society's anti-aging pressures and refl...

Michelle Buteau chats with Krista Smith in New York for the return of Survival of the Thickest (Season 2). Buteau stars as the vibrant and charming Mavis Beaumont — a resilient stylist determined to pioneer a space for the women often ignored in a world of high-fashion.

Buteau shares on Skip Intro what it took to overcome rejection in her own life, how to stand in your power, and her commitment to "make it fun!"

We also catch up on Buteau's last five years as a mom of twins and what it w...

Kaitlyn Dever returns to Skip Intro after six years of continuing to build her craft as a dynamic actor and talented musician.

Dever talks about how her latest role in Apple Cider Vinegar came to her at a poignant time in her life, the recent passing of her mother from breast cancer, and what still brings her the most joy on set after being in the business for nearly two decades.

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Jane Fonda and her son Troy Garity join our show the week of the 2025 SAG Awards, where Fonda was honored with SAG-AFTRA's highest tribute — the Life Achievement Award.

She talks about the origin of her iconic Klute shag haircut, how she once fought off a bear in New Mexico, and what she looks forward to doing next in her best decade yet.

Garity shares the helpful advice his mother gave him for his first film, Bandits, and how remaining empathetic, creative, and hopeful as an actor creates a path for fin...

Kate Hudson stars in the new comedy series, Running Point, out February 27.

Back in 2022, Hudson caught up with Krista Smith on life outside of Hollywood — being a mom of three, her business ventures, a deep love for music, and so much more. Since that interview, Hudson released her first debut album, Glorious. We're excited to bring back that conversation, including some never-before-heard moments.

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This week, Krista Smith brings back a very special interview — the first guest of 254 episodes was none other than Renée Zellweger.

Zellweger's timeless talent has won her numerous awards across dynamic roles, and you can still see her performances in WHAT / IF, Judy, and Cinderella Man on Netflix.

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Kaitlyn Dever stars in the new limited series, Apple Cider Vinegar.

Inspired by true events, Dever takes on the role of Belle Gibson, a young woman who was at the center of a massive pseudoscience scam in Australia.

This week, Krista Smith brings back her 2019 interview with Dever. At the time, Dever received critical praise for her roles in Booksmart and Unbelievable. She also went on to release original music with her sister Mady in the duo band, Beulahbell.

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Betty Gilpin stars in the gripping limited series, American Primeval.

Gilpin plays a mother fleeing from her past, with her young son, in the unforgiving and brutal wild west. But American Primeval is no traditional Western.

This week, Krista Smith brings back her 2019 interview with Gilpin. At the time, Gilpin starred in the Netflix comedy series, GLOW. Gilpin also went on to publish her first book, a collection of essays called, All the Women in My Brain: And Other Concerns.

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In a difficult start to 2025, Krista Smith addresses the devastating fires that have spread throughout Los Angeles. We hope this bonus episode of Now On Netflix can provide a little bit of respite.

Jessica Shaw is joined by Keely Flaherty from Tudum for a deeper dive into the gripping limited series, American Primeval, starring Betty Gilpin and Taylor Kitsch. Then also talk about the delightful return of Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx in the new action comedy, Back in Action, directed by Seth Gordon.

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Cameron Diaz joins the show to talk about her new movie, Back in Action. Diaz and Jamie Foxx co-star as Emily and Matt — two secret agents who give up their careers to start a family. But when their cover is blown, the couple is dragged back into the world of espionage that they thought they left behind.

Diaz explains what made her say yes to Back in Action after a 10-year hiatus from acting, shares why the prospect of re-teaming with Foxx (who she previously co-starred with in Any Given Sunday and Annie) played a big rol...

Karla Sofía Gascón joins the show to talk about her experience starring in Jacques Audiard’s bold, genre-defying film, Emilia Pérez. Gascón plays the title character – a menacing cartel leader who fakes her own death to live authentically as her true self. 

Gascón shares her initial reaction to the script and the intense preparation that followed, describes the lengthy process that she and Audiard went through to find the right version of each character, and explains why playing Emilia was more challenging than playing Manitas.

She also t...

Krista rings in the new year by revisiting her favorite moments from 2024.

Enjoy this bonus episode from The Piano Lesson: The Official Podcast. When director and co-writer Malcolm Washington decided to adapt August Wilson's The Piano Lesson for film, he knew he couldn’t just drop a camera in the play. It needed to stand on its own. In this episode, we dive deep into Malcolm's creative process, along with the rest of the cast, to find out how they approached the making of this film. You can find all three episodes of The Piano Lesson: The Official Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Kerry Washington joins the show to talk about her role in Tyler Perry's new film, The Six Triple Eight, which tells the inspiring true story of the incredible women of the first and only Women’s Army Corps unit of color to be stationed overseas during World War II. Washington portrays the unit's captain, Charity Adams.

Washington talks about her first collaboration with Perry (on his 2010 film, For Colored Girls) and explains why The Six Triple Eight was the perfect opportunity to reunite, digs into the history behind the film, and explains how she wa...

Lisa Kudrow joins the show to talk about her new series No Good Deed. Kudrow stars as Lydia, a retired pianist who is reluctantly selling her highly coveted Los Feliz home in the hopes of creating a fresh start alongside her husband Paul (Ray Romano). But as multiple families race to buy what they believe is their dream home, Lydia and Paul struggle to hide the dark and dangerous secrets that linger inside.

Kudrow explains why coming onboard the series was an easy yes, talks about finally getting working with Romano after years of wa...

Angelina Jolie joins the show to talk about playing the title role in Pablo Larraín's latest film, Maria. The film tells the tumultuous and beautiful story of the world’s greatest female opera singer, Maria Callas, re-lived and reimagined during her final days in 1970s Paris.

Jolie explains how she got involved with the film, dives into the intense preparation process (which required her to learn how to sing opera so her voice could be properly blended with Callas), and walks us through how the costume design process helped her find the private version o...

Justine Lupe joins the show to talk about Nobody Wants This. The series centers on an unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody). Their relationship comes under the scrutiny of their loved ones, including Morgan (Lupe) – Joanne’s charming, quick-witted sister.

Lupe describes her audition process, explains how her first interaction with Bell set the tone for the entire filming experience, and breaks down one of the show's funniest scenes.

She also reflects on her decision to audition for Juilliard a...

Adam Brody joins the show to talk about Nobody Wants This, the wildly popular series which centers on the unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Brody).

Brody shares what it's been like to watch the series take off over the past few months, considers the role nostalgia played in fans' reaction to seeing him and Bell together on screen, and weighs in on the internet's "Hot Rabbi" versus "Hot Priest" conversation. 

He also explains how he went from being a San...

Danielle Deadwyler joins the show to talk about playing Berniece in Malcolm Washington's directorial debut, The Piano Lesson. Based on August Wilson's Pulitzer Prize-winning play, the film follows a sibling clash over a prized heirloom piano – the sole vestige of their family’s heritage.

Deadwyler shares her long-standing connection to Wilson's work, discusses how Berniece's character relates directly to her independent work as a performance artist (which explores the blurred lines of Black female labor in America), and describes the family-dynamic that Washington created for the cast and crew over the course of filming.

Selena Gomez joins the show to talk about her role in Jacques Audiard’s Emilia Pérez – a bold, genre-defying film that follows the journey of four remarkable women in Mexico, each pursuing their own happiness.

Gomez recalls the emotional moment that she found out she’d gotten the role of Jessi (the wife of a fearsome cartel leader), describes the joyful experience of working with Audiard on Emilia Pérez’s multi-lingual set, and discussed why even as a seasoned singer and performer the film’s unique choreography presented a new set of challenges.

Zoe Saldaña joins the show to talk about her role in Jacques Audiard’s new film, Emilia Pérez. Saldaña plays Rita – a Mexican lawyer who is offered an unusual job to help a notorious cartel boss retire and transition into living as a woman, fulfilling a life-long desire. 

Saldaña recalls being inspired by Audiard’s work as a teenager, explains that playing Rita allowed her to combine her favorite artistic mediums and fully immerse herself within an acting experience, and reacts to the overwhelming public reception that the film has received so...

Keri Russell joins the show to talk about the second season of The Diplomat. Russell reprises her role as Ambassador Kate Wyler, who must piece together the truth after her world is shattered by a deadly explosion in the heart of London.

Russell digs into the dynamic between Kate and her husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) by explaining why their relationship is the glue of the show, shares why she was nervous to meet Allison Janney (who joins the cast as Vice President Grace Penn), and recounts the cast's reaction to learning about the season's bo...

Martha Stewart joins the show to talk about R.J. Cutler's new documentary, Martha. Told in her own words through intimate interviews, never-before-seen photos, letters, and diary entries, the documentary charts the unstoppable rise, sudden fall, and hard-won comeback of the self-made icon.

Stewart provides additional insight on key career moments that are covered in the documentary, breaks down a few of her favorite mottos, and explains the importance of personal evolution.

She also reflects on the essential role her parents played in shaping the person she is today...

This week, Krista brings back her 2020 conversation with Adam Driver. The pair discuss the benefit of working with friends, why problem-solving is the best part of the filmmaking process, and Driver's foundation, Arts in the Armed Forces, which brings the theater to a military audience.

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Anna Kendrick joins the show to talk about her directorial debut, Woman of the Hour. The film is a tense thriller based on the true story of a woman (Anna Kendrick) who reluctantly makes an appearance on the popular 1970s show The Dating Game, and chooses a bachelor (Daniel Zovatto) who turns out to be a prolific serial killer.

Kendrick explains how she ended up pitching herself as the film's director, speaks candidly about what it was like to be on the other side of the casting process, and describes how she found her...

This week, Krista brings back her 2019 interview with Laura Dern. Dern talks about growing up on film sets in 70s Los Angeles, reflects on the arc of her career, and discusses how she's seen the experience of women in the industry evolve.

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Creator and Writer Erin Foster and Executive Producer Sara Foster join the show to talk about Nobody Wants This, a comedy centered on the unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody). 

The sisters share how Erin's experience dating her now-husband Simon, who is Jewish, inspired the series, pinpoint where things turn from fact to fiction, and discuss the advantages and challenges of shooting on location in Los Angeles. 

The pair also reflect on their childhood, break down how their person...

Will Ferrell and Harper Steele join the show to talk about their new documentary, Will & Harper, which chronicles a 17-day cross-country road trip the pair decided to take after Steele came out to her friends and family as a trans woman.

The pair discuss how the idea behind the documentary took form, reflect on one of the most emotionally intense moments they experienced on the road (which takes place in a Texas steakhouse), and break down their road trip music choices. 

Ferrell and Steele also recount how they became friends...

Krista ushers in a new chapter by sharing a few highlights from her summer and revealing the question she'll be asking all of her guests in season 9.

Krista bids farewell to season 8 with a few of her favorite quotes.

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A few months ago, Krista sat down separately with Andrew Scott and Dakota Fanning to talk about their roles as Tom Ripley and Marge Sherwood in Steven Zaillian’s Ripley. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s bestselling “Tom Ripley” novels, the limited series follows Tom – a grifter scraping by in early 1960s New York – who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy in order to convince his vagabond son to return home. His acceptance of the job is the first step into a complex life of deceit, fraud and murder. 

Pulled from a recent panel, this episode dive...

A few weeks ago, Sofía Vergara sat down at the Netflix FYSEE space to reflect on her journey bringing Griselda to the screen. The limited series is a fictionalized dramatization inspired by the life of the savvy and ambitious Griselda Blanco (Vergara), who created one of the most powerful cartels in history. Set in 1970s-80s Miami, Blanco’s lethal blend of unsuspected savagery and charm helps her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as “the Godmother."

Vergara (who also executive produced the series) gives a performance that is dark and pow...

Glen Powell joins the show to talk about Hit Man, which he co-wrote and co-produced alongside the film's director, Richard Linklater. Powell stars as Gary -- a straight-laced professor who discovers his hidden talent as a fake hit man. But when one of his clients steals his heart, it ignites a powder keg of deception, delight, and mixed-up identities.

Powell digs into his long-running creative relationship with Linklater, describes what it was like to develop Hit Man's colorful cast of characters, and reflects on meeting and working with his co-star Adria Arjona.

This week, Krista brings back her 2021 interview with Dakota Johnson. In this conversation, Johnson shares her perspective on the industry, describes how she navigates her own fears (which threaten to overwhelm her at times), and talks about her future ambitions.

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This week, Krista brings back her 2020 interview with comedian, actress, writer, and producer Michelle Buteau. At the time of this conversation, Buteau had just released her comedy special, Welcome to Buteaupia, and was on a non-stop run of projects -- hosting The Circle, appearing in films like Always Be My Maybe, and in TV shows like First Wives Club and Tales of the City. She was also just a few months away from publishing her autobiographical book of essays, Survival of the Thickest. 

Cut to 2024, and Buteau has turned that book into a hit Netflix series by the same n...

Theo James joins the show to discuss his role in Guy Ritchie's series, The Gentlemen. James plays Eddie Horniman, an aristocrat who inherits his family estate only to discover that it's home to an enormous weed empire run by a dangerous group of proprietors.

James reflects on being inspired by Ritchie's films as a teenager, describes the aspects of The Gentlemen that drew him to the series, explains how he adapted to the fast-paced environment that Ritchie creates on set, and shares what it was like to work alongside his co-stars Kaya Scodelario and Daniel Ings. 

James al...

Richard Gadd joins the show to talk about his new limited series, Baby Reindeer. Based on his award-winning autobiographical one-man play by the same name, the series follows a struggling comedian named Donny (Gadd), whose warped relationship with his female stalker ultimately forces him to face a deeply buried trauma. 

Gadd describes throwing himself wholeheartedly into creating the series – from writing its seven episodes to preparing mentally and physically to play Donny. He also digs into the process of casting Jessica Gunning as Martha, unpacks the show's final scene, and shares a few of the surprising reactions he's rec...

David Beckham joins the show to talk about BECKHAM, Fisher Stevens' four-part docuseries that traces his rise from humble beginnings to international soccer superstar. Through interviews with those closest to him, BECKHAM offers a personal and definitive story of one of the most recognizable and scrutinized athletes of all time. 

In this conversation, Beckham reflects on the world's reaction to the docuseries, walks us through a few of his favorite moments from filming, and speaks candidly about the difficulties of opening up on camera.  

He also digs the joys and challenges of parenthood, discusses his favorite w...

This week, Krista takes a look back at her conversation with Keri Russell. A the time, Russell had wrapped up work on season 1 of The Diplomat. Russell's performance as the career diplomat Kate Wyler would go on to earn her numerous accolades, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe nomination.

In this episode, Russell explains why she immediately said yes to the part despite the logistical challenges it would require, digs into what she loves about Kate's incredibly nuanced character, and describes what it was like simultaneously working as an executive producer on the series.

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Krista takes a deep dive into the career of filmmaker Zack Snyder and shares how that journey led to his latest undertaking, Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver. This second film in the Rebel Moon franchise continues to expand the sci-fi universe that was introduced to audiences with Rebel Moon - Part 1: A Child of Fire.

The pair talk about Snyder's life-long love of photography, examine the films that inspired him growing up, and discuss his experience attending ArtCenter College of Design, in Pasadena, California (where the idea behind Rebel Moon first started to form).

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Gillian Anderson returns to Skip Intro to talk about her new film, Scoop. Inspired by real events, Scoop is the inside account of the tenacious journalism that landed an earth shattering interview - Prince Andrew's BBC Newsnight appearance. Anderson portrays Emily Maitlis, the journalist who conducted that infamous interview.

Anderson speaks candidly about why she was hesitant to play Maitlis at first, shares what finally made her say yes to the challenge, explains what that transformation ultimately entailed, and breaks down what it was like to shoot the showdown between her character and Prince Andrew (Rufus Sewell). 

She al...

Dakota Fanning joins the show to talk about her role in the limited series, Ripley. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s bestselling novels, the series follows Tom Ripley (Andrew Scott), a grifter scraping by in early 1960s New York, who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy to try to convince his vagabond son to return home. Tom's acceptance of the job is the first step into a complex life of deceit, fraud, and murder.

Fanning recounts the exciting moment when she was offered the role of Marge Sherwood, shares what she loved most about wor...

Andrew Scott joins the show to talk about his role in the limited series, Ripley. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s bestselling novels, the series follows Tom Ripley (Scott), a grifter scraping by in early 1960s New York, who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy to try to convince his vagabond son to return home. Tom's acceptance of the job is the first step into a complex life of deceit, fraud and murder.

Scott looks back on his initial reaction to the scripts, speaks openly about the challenges of playing such a deeply isolated ch...

Regina and Reina King join the show to talk about their film Shirley, which follows the first Black congresswoman and political icon Shirley Chisholm, and her trailblazing run in 1972 for president of the United States. Regina and Reina produced the film for their company Royal Ties, and acted opposite each other (Regina as Chisholm and Reina as her sister, Muriel St. Hill).

Regina and Reina reflect on the film's 15 year journey, talk about the process of bringing Oscar-winner John Ridley onboard as director, writer, and co-producer, and explain what inspired Reina to get back in front of...

Over the last five years, Game of Thrones creators David Benioff & D.B. Weiss and True Blood writer and producer Alexander Woo have been hard at work developing 3 Body Problem -- an epic sci-fi series based on the books by Liu Cixin. In celebration of the series release, we’re hosting the first episode of the 3 Body Podcast, the official companion podcast for the series. To follow along with the rest of the 3 Body Podcast, search it on Apple Podcast, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen.

In episode one, hosts Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Jason Concepcion dive headfirst...

Eiza González joins the show to talk about 3 Body Problem, the latest series from Game of Thrones creators David Benioff and D. B. Weiss and True Blood writer and producer, Alexander Woo. Based on the books by science fiction author Liu Cixin, the series follows a group of scientists as they confront the greatest threat in humanity's history. 

González shares her initial reaction to the scripts, digs into her experience playing Auggie Salazar (a visionary nanotech trailblazer), and describes what she took away from working with the series' creators. 

She also discusses her journey t...

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2022 conversation with Tyler Perry. Perry currently sits atop an empire built on 26 feature films, 20 stage plays, 18 television shows, and his 330-acre studio located in the heart of Atlanta. However, once upon a time, Perry was a struggling playwright. He initially began writing after watching an Oprah segment on its therapeutic benefits, which then led to his first play, "I Know I've Been Changed."

Although the play failed to attract an audience, Perry refused to give up, working tirelessly to raise money and support. At one point, he resorted...

Millie Bobby Brown returns to Skip Intro to talk about her new film, Damsel, which she stars in and executive produced. Brown describes what drew her to the role of Elodie, digs into the physical and emotional challenges that the film presented, and reflects on her growth as a producer over the past few years. 

She also explains why it is essential that young actors feel encouraged to grow and evolve, gives an update on her beloved pets, and shares what it has been like to reunite with the cast and crew of Stranger Things for the fifth an...

Krista kicks off the 8th season of Skip Intro! Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Krista bids farewell to season 7 with a few of her favorite quotes. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Annette Bening joins the show to talk about her performance in Nyad. Based on real events, the film follows the story of sixty-four-year-old marathon swimmer Diana Nyad (Bening) as she attempts to become the first person ever to swim from Cuba to Florida.

Bening recounts her initial reaction to the script, describes her experience meeting and working with Jodie Foster (who plays Diana's best friend and coach Bonnie Stoll), shares what it was like to be directed by Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi, and digs into the intense physical challenge that the film presented. 

She a...

Today, Krista brings back her 2021 conversation with Jennifer Garner. Over the years, Garner has traversed nearly every genre – from Alias, to Dallas Buyers Club, to 13 Going on 30 (which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in April).

In this interview, she reflects on her career arc, discusses the genius that is her instagram, shares how she’s stayed grounded amid paparazzi madness, and digs into her passion for causes and projects far beyond Hollywood (including Save the Children and her organic food company Once Upon a Farm).

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Natalie Portman joins the show to talk about her role as a producer and actor on Todd Haynes' latest film, May December. The film follows Gracie (Julianne Moore) and her husband Joe (Charles Melton), whose notorious romance gripped the nation when it made tabloid news twenty years ago. When a Hollywood actress (Natalie Portman) meets them to do research for a film about their past, the couple buckles under the pressure.

Portman explains her initial reaction to the script, why she thought Haynes would be the perfect fit to direct, how she and Moore worked in sync...

Charles Melton joins the show to talk about his role in Todd Haynes' May December. The film follows Gracie (Julianne Moore) and her husband Joe (Melton), whose notorious romance gripped the nation when it made tabloid news twenty years ago. When a Hollywood actress (Natalie Portman) meets them to do research for a film about their past, the couple buckles under the pressure.

Melton recounts the chemistry read with Moore that led to his casting, explains how he and Haynes developed Joe's character leading up to the shoot, and details what it was like to...

Carey Mulligan joins the show to talk about her role in Maestro, Bradley Cooper’s chronicling of the lifelong relationship between composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein (Cooper) and his wife Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein (Mulligan).

Mulligan takes us back six years to when Cooper first approached her to play Felicia, describes how she pushed through her fear of failure and fully immersed herself in the role, and breaks down what it was like to shoot the Thanksgiving Day "argument" scene.

She also details the experience of watching Cooper fully transform into Leonard for the duration of fi...

Today, we're going behind the scenes of Brady Cooper's film, Maestro, to hear from a few of the incredible people who helped bring his vision to life – prosthetic makeup designer Kazu Hiro, production designer Kevin Thompson, costume designer Mark Bridges, and editor Michelle Tesoro.

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Bradley Cooper joins the show to talk about Maestro, which he directed, co-wrote, co-produced, and stars in as conductor and composer Leonard Bernstein. The film is a towering love story -- tracing the lifelong relationship between Bernstein and his wife, Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein (Carey Mulligan).

Cooper describes the film's genesis and why he and co-writer Josh Singer decided to focus the story around both Leonard and Felicia, digs into the extensive research process he went through to accurately capture their lives on film, and shares the process of transforming both physically and emotionally into the co...

Over the past few months, Krista has sat down with many of the incredible creatives behind Todd Hanes' May December.

The film follows Gracie and her husband Joe whose relationship began as a shocking underage affair. 20 years later, they lead a seemingly picturesque suburban life. But that’s disrupted when Elizabeth, a famous actress, arrives in their tight-knit community to research her upcoming role as Gracie.

In this episode, we’ll dig into the making of the film by hearing from writer Samy Burch, director Todd Haynes, producer Christine Vacho...

This week, Skip Intro takes you behind the scenes of the original Netflix film, Rustin, by hosting the fourth episode of The Official Rustin Podcast!

On this companion podcast, journalist and author Tre’vell Anderson builds a world of context by bringing you insights, anecdotes and behind-the-scenes perspectives through conversation with the artists who made the film. You'll also hear from scholars, journalists and activists as they wrestle with the legacy of Bayard Rustin, one of the civil rights movement's most complicated and compelling figures. 

In episode four, we'll first hear...

This week, Skip Intro takes you behind the scenes of the original Netflix film, Rustin, by hosting the fourth episode of The Official Rustin Podcast!

On this companion podcast, journalist and author Tre’vell Anderson builds a world of context by bringing you insights, anecdotes and behind-the-scenes perspectives through conversation with the artists who made the film. You'll also hear from scholars, journalists and activists as they wrestle with the legacy of Bayard Rustin, one of the civil rights movement's most complicated and compelling figures. 

In episode four, Bringing Bayard to L...

Julianne Moore joins the show to talk about her role in Todd Haynes' May December. The film follows Gracie (Moore) and her husband Joe (Charles Melton), whose notorious romance gripped the nation when it made tabloid news twenty years ago. When a Hollywood actress (Natalie Portman) meets them to do research for a film about their past, the couple buckles under the pressure.

Moore reflects on meeting Haynes while auditioning for his 1995 film Safe and explains how it led to their long-running creative relationship, details how she developed the nuances of Gracie's character, and share...

Krista commemorates Skip Intro's 200th episode by sharing a few special moments from over the years. 

Todd Haynes joins the show to talk about his latest film, May December. In addition to continuing Todd’s long-running creative relationships with Julianne Moore and independent film producer Christine Vachon, "May December" marks his first collaboration with Natalie Portman, who produced and stars in the film. "May December" follows Gracie (Julianne Moore) and her husband Joe (Charles Melton), whose notorious romance gripped the nation when it made tabloid news twenty years ago. When a Hollywood actress (Natalie Portman) meets them to do research for a film about their past, the couple buckles under the pressure.

Haynes...

Since its initial release in November of 2016, Peter Morgan’s The Crown has captivated audiences worldwide with its meticulously-crafted telling of the public and private lives of The Royal Family, and their impact on the 2nd half of the 20th century.

Today, season 6 part 1, was released on Netflix. These first four episodes continue Princess Diana’s story, by exploring the events surrounding her tragic death in 1997. In honor of her character’s final chapter, and the beginning of The Crown’s conclusion, we’re taking a look at the two actors (Emma Corrin and Elizabeth Debi...

This week, Krista brings back her 2021 interview with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. In this conversation, Johnson shares the story behind the name of his company, Seven Bucks Productions, describes how he finds peace in his daily routine, and explains how he and his family navigate the demands of his job as a unit.

He also speaks candidly about the fear and vulnerability he faced when transitioning from the world of WWE to Hollywood, shares the evolution of his journey through fatherhood, and offers advice on how to cut through the chaos and focus on you...

Shawn Levy joins the show to talk about his new limited series, All The Light We Cannot See. Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, it follows Marie-Laure (Aria Mia Loberti), a blind French girl who has fled German-occupied Paris and taken refuge in St. Malo, where she transmits clandestine radio broadcasts as part of the Resistance. Marie-Laure's path collides with Werner (Louis Hofmann), a brilliant teenager enlisted by Hitler’s regime to track down illegal broadcasts. However, Werner shares a secret connection to Marie-Laure as well as her faith in humanity and the possibility of hope. 

This week, Krista brings back her conversation with Naomi Watts. Watts got her big break when David Lynch cast her in his 2001 tour de force, Mulholland Drive. Her performance earned the world’s attention, and she became one of the most prominent actresses in Hollywood, often taking on roles that lean into dark themes.

In this conversation, she shares her experience working on Ryan Murphy’s eerie drama, The Watcher. Inspired by the true story of the now infamous “Watcher” house in New Jersey, the series follows a family as they move into what is suppos...

Nicole Avant joins the show to talk about her book, "Think You'll Be Happy: Moving Through Grief with Grit, Grace, and Gratitude." The memoir grapples with the tragic murder of her mother, the civil activist and philanthropist Jacqueline Avant, who was fatally shot during an attempted robbery at her home in 2021. Rather than becoming lost in the darkness, Nicole writes candidly about how she turned her pain into purpose, and moved forward through love and incredible resilience.  

In this conversation, Avant explains how the initial idea behind the book transformed after the unimaginable loss of he...

This week, Krista brings back her interview with Gabrielle Union. In this conversation, Union talks about breaking ancestral trauma bonds and leaning into self-love, reflects on the evolution of her parenting strategy, discusses how she and her husband Dwyane Wade have navigated his retirement, and gives an update on the latest iteration of "Bring It On".

Beckham is a new docu-series that traces David Beckham’s rise from his humble beginnings in east London to international sports superstar. By examining the highs and lows of his life through conversations with those closest to him, it offers a personal and definitive story of one of the most recognizable and scrutinized athletes of all time.

Today, Krista brings together interviews with David Beckham and director Fisher Stevens (Palmer, And We Go Green, The Cove) to find out what went into the making of this exceptional docu-series. 

This week, Krista brings back her 2022 interview with Kate Hudson. In this conversation, Hudson talks about what it was like being raised by her mom Goldie Hawn and stepdad Kurt Russell, takes a look back at the beginning of her acting career, and explains what she loves about the business world. She also discusses the joys of parenthood, digs into her life-long passion for singing and songwriting, and shares what she's learned from navigating love over the years.

In celebration of the conclusion of "Sex Education," Krista brings back her 2020 interview with Gillian Anderson, who stars as Jean Milburn -- a sex therapist and mom to the show’s young lead Otis. At the time of recording, Anderson had just wrapped up the series' second season. Since then, she has won an Emmy and a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Margaret Thatcher in the fourth season of “The Crown,” starred in "The Pale Blue Eye" alongside Christian Bale, and announced an upcoming book – which will chronicle the intimate lives of women from around the world. She also lau...

Krista welcomes listeners back to Skip Intro, celebrates a major milestone, and introduces the question she'll be asking all of her guests this season.

This week, Krista bringing back her 2022 conversation with Jennifer Lawrence, who at the time, had recently starred in Adam McKay's disaster comedy, "Don't Look Up."

Lawrence shares why she was so quick to jump on board the film, how Adam McKay tricked her into improving on set, and what it was like to work with Leonardo DiCaprio and Timothée Chalamet. She also describes how preparing to bring her first child into the world has shaped her relationship with fear, discusses her hiatus from Hollywood, and gives a shout-out to her favorite TikTok account.

This week, Krista brings back her 2020 interview with George Clooney. The Academy Award winner reflects on the arc of his career, including the moment that ER made him a household name, the films that made him want to direct, and how becoming a family man has impacted his choices. He also shares his advice for young creatives who are trying to forge their own path through the entertainment industry.

This episode was recorded prior to July 14th.

Uzo Aduba joins the show to talk about her role in Painkiller – a fictionalized re-telling of the origins and aftermath of the opioid crisis in America. The limited series highlights the stories of the perpetrators, victims, and truth-seekers whose lives were forever altered by the invention of OxyContin.

Aduba shares how her work on Painkiller helped her fully understand the detrimental impact OxyContin has had on countless lives across America, discusses working with Matthew Broderick (who takes on the role of Purdue Pharma head Richard Sackler), and breaks dow...

This episode was recorded prior to July 14.

Gal Gadot joins the show to discuss her latest film, Heart of Stone, which she stars in and produced with her husband Jaron Varsano through their company Pilot Wave. The film follows Rachel Stone (Gal Gadot) — an intelligence operative who stands between her powerful, global, peacekeeping organization and the loss of its most valuable (and dangerous) asset.

Gadot talks about the process of building Stone's character and universe from the ground up, shares what it was like to work alongside her husband on such a large-scale creative endeavour, and ex...

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2022 conversation with Greta Gerwig, whose film “Barbie” has taken the internet and the box office by storm. It’s yet another massive achievement for Greta, who made waves in 2017 with her solo directorial debut Ladybird – a heart wrenching coming of age dramedy that earned her an Oscar nomination for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay. She followed that massive success with her star-studded adaptation of Little Women, which resulted in another Oscar nomination, this time for Best Adapted Screenplay.  

Krista sat down with Greta this past December to talk about her ro...

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2019 conversation with Brené Brown. It’s incredible to think that it’s been 13 years since Brené delivered her life changing TED talk “The Power of Vulnerability” on the TEDxHouston stage. The year after this episode was recorded, Brené launched two podcasts of her own which recently wrapped up – "Unlocking Us" and "Dare to Lead." In 2021, she published another best selling book, "Atlas of the Heart," which inspired a five-part docuseries.

In this interview, Brené takes us back to the very beginning of her story from her early dreams of moving to New...

Peyton Manning joins the show to talk about Quarterback, an 8 episode docuseries series that follows the reigning Chiefs NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes, Minnesota Vikings star Kirk Cousins and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota both on and off the field throughout the 2022 season. Manning is an executive producer on the series for his company Omaha Productions.

Manning describes the process of getting Mahomes, Cousins, and Mariota onboard, gives his take on the unique challenges that being a quarterback requires, and shares a few of his favorite moments from the series. 

He also stresses the importance of a he...

Krista bids farewell to the 6th season of Skip Intro and shares her guests' responses to the question: what do people say when they recognize you (or think they recognize you) on the street?

Gabrielle Union joins the show to talk about her romantic comedy, The Perfect Find. Adapted from Tia Williams' book by the same name, The Perfect Find follows Jenna (Gabrielle Union) — a former fashion editor who is trying to make a career comeback after enduring a very public breakup and career implosion. However, her plan hits a snag when she falls for a charming, much younger coworker (Keith Powers) — who happens to be her boss’s son. As sparks fly, Jenna must decide if she'll risk it all on a secret romance.

Union explains how the idea behind the film ar...

Krista and Isabel share this week's What & Why, Junior Bake Off. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

In this episode, we're bringing you a conversation with the creatives behind "Sr." – a documentary that pays tribute to the life and career of the pioneering filmmaker Robert Downey Sr. 

Krista is joined by producers Robert Downey Jr. and Susan Downey, director, cinematographer, and editor Chris Smith, and producer, editor, and cinematographer Kevin Ford. Together, they discuss how the idea behind the documentary was formed, the creative dynamics between the group, and what it was like to work with Sr. throughout the course of production. 

Krista and Maddie share this week's What & Why, Emily in Paris. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

Niecy Nash-Betts joins the show to talk about her portrayal of Glenda Cleveland in Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. Nash-Betts discusses her long running creative relationship with the series' creator Ryan Murphy, explains how she navigated such an emotionally taxing role (one which Murphy wrote specifically for her), and breaks down one of her most challenging scenes. 

Nash-Betts also reflects on her decision to go all in on her acting career after the birth of her third child, shares a major confidence-building moment that she had at an early audition, and digs into what it means to t...

Krista shares this week's What & Why, The Law According to Lidia Poët. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2019 conversation with Eddie Murphy. At this year's Golden Globes, Murphy received the Cecil B. DeMille Award for "outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment.” During his acceptance speech, Murphy mentioned that he’s been in show business for 46 years, and in the movie business for 41. It’s incredible to reckon with the legacy Murphy has created, and in this conversation, he reflects on his career path – from being inspired as a kid by Muhammad Ali, to starting stand up at 15, eventually getting cast on SNL, and beyond.

Krista and Chris share this week's What & Why, Smiley. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2020 conversation with Amanda Seyfried. At the time, Seyfried had recently starred as Marion Davies in Mank, David Fincher’s film about the screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz. Just a few months after this conversation was recorded, that performance earned Seyfried her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

In the years since, Seyfried has hit a new stride in her career – earning wide-spread critical acclaim for her portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in The Dropout including an Emmy win last year and a Golden Globe win this past January.

In t...

Krista and Jenny share this week's What & Why, John Mulaney: Baby J. Curious what else the Queue team is watching? Head over to Netflix and search Queue’s Queue for more recommendations!

This week, Krista takes a look back at her 2020 interview with David Letterman. This conversation was recorded at Canter's (a famous 24-hour Deli in Los Angeles) right before the world shut down. It’s a spot which is particularly sentimental to Letterman, and you’ll soon hear why. 

In this interview, Letterman reflects back on his early career, discusses family and fatherhood, the cost of success, and how he dealt with his depression. He also shares a surprising obsession, who he’d love to do a Freaky Friday life swap with, and his thoughts on whether comedians can ever...