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Episode 1469 - Naomi Klein
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Naomi Klein was faced with a rather common problem. She was consistently mistaken for someone else. But because Naomi is one of our most perceptive and astute social critics, she was able to to turn that case of mistaken identity into an examination of the many public threats pervading society and how they’re connected by the deliberate blurring of reality and identity. Naomi and Marc talk about all the research and conclusions of her new book, Doppelgänger: A Trip Into The Mirror World.
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Episode 1593 - Rosemarie DeWitt
01:24:24|Rosemarie DeWitt never really thought she would become an actor because she felt like no one was betting on her. In fact, later in life her father said, “I can’t believe that you’re successful.” Marc finds out what drove Rosemarie away from those low expectations and into a prominent career with credits like Rachel Getting Married, Mad Men, Little Fires Everywhere and the new film Out of My Mind. They also talk about why horror movies, like Smile 2, are fun to make and how the two of them share a bond due to their deep connections with Lynn Shelton.Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.Episode 1593 - Rosemarie DeWitt
01:23:04|Rosemarie DeWitt never really thought she would become an actor because she felt like no one was betting on her. In fact, later in life her father said, “I can’t believe that you’re successful.” Marc finds out what drove Rosemarie away from those low expectations and into a prominent career with credits like Rachel Getting Married, Mad Men, Little Fires Everywhere and the new film Out of My Mind. They also talk about why horror movies, like Smile 2, are fun to make and how the two of them share a bond due to their deep connections with Lynn Shelton.Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.BONUS Producer Cuts - Keith Urban, Robert Patrick, Al Pacino and more
41:15|In this month's batch of stuff that didn't make it into recent WTF episodes, you'll hear some discarded sections of Marc's talks with Keith Urban, Robert Patrick, and (briefly) Al Pacino, plus Marc's monologue thoughts on his tech skills, the movie A Different Man, car dealerships, his veganism and more.Episode 1592 - Cynthia Erivo
01:19:02|Cynthia Erivo has some tips for Marc on how to get more out of his time on set. For example, she always makes sure to get her steps in. So when you see her playing Elphaba in Wicked, she’s wearing her fitness watch under her witch costume. Cynthia and Marc share their thoughts about the vulnerability of singing, with Cynthia having studied the psychology of music before becoming an award-winning stage performer. They also compare notes on Aretha Franklin from their respective projects about the Queen of Soul.Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.Episode 1592 - Cynthia Erivo
01:20:49|Cynthia Erivo has some tips for Marc on how to get more out of his time on set. For example, she always makes sure to get her steps in. So when you see her playing Elphaba in Wicked, she’s wearing her fitness watch under her witch costume. Cynthia and Marc share their thoughts about the vulnerability of singing, with Cynthia having studied the psychology of music before becoming an award-winning stage performer. They also compare notes on Aretha Franklin from their respective projects about the Queen of Soul.Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.BONUS The Friday Show - Parental Guidance Is Suggested
01:08:48|HOBBIES! Kris and Brendan go through some of your suggestions. Then they take a look at a stellar week of WTF guests, namely Jessica Lange and Josh Brolin. And finally, an advice segment for anyone wondering about appropriate movies for kids right on the cusp of children's films and more adult fare, with an appearance by Brendan's son, Owen.Click here to send us your suggestions, comments and topics.Episode 1591 - Josh Brolin
01:24:59|Josh Brolin is a natural guest to return to the garage for a second chat because he and Marc relate on many levels. They both find themselves chasing addictions even when they’re sober. They’re both constantly looking for ways to connect with people. And they both just encountered an intense journey for emotional truth. Marc through his recent acting, Josh through the writing of his new memoir, From Under a Truck, which he calls the most humbling experience of his life. Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.Episode 1591 - Josh Brolin
01:22:10|Josh Brolin is a natural guest to return to the garage for a second chat because he and Marc relate on many levels. They both find themselves chasing addictions even when they’re sober. They’re both constantly looking for ways to connect with people. And they both just encountered an intense journey for emotional truth. Marc through his recent acting, Josh through the writing of his new memoir, From Under a Truck, which he calls the most humbling experience of his life. Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.BONUS Marc on Movies - In Memoriam wraps
50:17|Marc wrapped shooting on the first movie in which he stars as the lead. He tells Brendan about his experience making In Memoriam, what he learned about himself as an actor, and whether he wants to keep doing it.Click here to submit a question for an upcoming Ask Marc Anything episode.