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In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast

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, Senior

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00:39:41

Jesse Plemons

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/12/04

Jesse Plemons joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dive deep into his performance in Yorgos Lanthimos' "Bugonia" (including his reaction to his character's explosive ending), his philosophies on acting, the "Hunger Games" prequel "Sunrise on the Reaping," how his “Friday Night Lights” experience still informs his process, and much, much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features

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00:58:51

Dylan O'Brien

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/11/27

Dylan O'Brien joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his remarkable dual performance in James Sweeney's dark comedy, "Twinless." O'Brien also gets candid about the realities of Hollywood, the highs and lows of his career, why he'll never talk bad about "Teen Wolf," why you should be excited about Sam Raimi's new survival horror film, "Send Help," and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s

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00:38:26

Elle Fanning

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/11/20

Elle Fanning joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the intense experience of juggling two massively different 2025 projects: "Predator: Badlands" and "Sentimental Value." Fanning also gets candid about the entire arc of her career, navigating child stardom, choosing roles, and much, much more. ... 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

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00:49:01

Zoey Deutch

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/11/06

Zoey Deutch joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer intimate, candid insights into the highs and lows of a working actor's life. She also goes deep on playing French New Wave icon Jean Seberg in Richard Linklater's "Breathless" behind-the-scenes biopic, "Nouvelle Vague," getting cut from "The Amazing Spider-Man," and learning to be kinder to herself on set. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s

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00:49:38

Oscar Isaac

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/10/23

Oscar Isaac joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to go in-depth on Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein," working with Jacob Elordi, and creating a brand new take on Mary Shelley's mad scientist. Isaac also discusses his life as a young artist fresh out of Julliard, how he's evolved since, and the lessons—both personal and professional—that all aspiring performers should take from his career. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the

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00:50:42

Ethan Hawke

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Ethan Hawke joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer industry insights and performance tips that any aspiring actor will want to hear. Hawke also discusses "Blue Moon," his ninth collaboration with Richard Linklater, and looks back on past projects like "Dead Poets Society," "Training Day," and the "Before" trilogy. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth

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00:49:56

A-Listers' Acting Origin Stories

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/09/25

On this episode of Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast, we look back on a few of the best stories we got from A-list actors about how they first fell in love with the craft. Featuring in-depth anecdotes from: Barry Keoghan Austin Butler Colman Domingo Brendan Fraser Sebastian Stan Stephanie Hsu Robin Thede ... 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

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00:40:34

Paul Mescal

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/09/11

Paul Mescal joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer a rare, candid look inside his acting process. Mescal also discusses his chemistry with Josh O'Connor in "The History of Sound," playing William Shakespeare in Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet," and what it's been like during camera tests and rehearsals for Sam Mendes' four Beatles biopics, in which he'll play Paul McCartney alongside Harris Dickinson's John Lennon, Joseph Quinn's George Harrison, and Barry Keoghan's Ringo Starr.

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00:44:01

Madelyn Cline

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/08/28

Madelyn Cline joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the experience of filming the fifth and final season of Netflix's "Outer Banks." Cline also gets candid about her road to success and how she plans to navigate this new era of her career. ... 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

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00:56:05

Seth Rogen

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/08/14

Seth Rogen joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss "The Studio," which just notched 23 Emmy nominations. Rogen also gets candid about writing season 2, booking A-list cameos, how he feels about his public persona, the weirdness of acting as an art form, Vin Diesel, James Cameron, and much, much more. ... 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

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00:44:37

Cristin Milioti

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/07/31

Cristin Milioti joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back on her entire career, from block box theater in New York City to Batman villain Sofia Falcone on "The Penguin." Milioti also digs into standout roles like "Once," "How I Met Your Mother," and "Palm Springs." ... 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,

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00:36:38

Ralph Ineson (Galactus, "The Fantastic Four: First...

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/07/17

Ralph Ineson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss bringing iconic Marvel villain Galactus to life in "The Fantastic Four: First Steps." The actor discusses the unique way he got cast, the 'natural disasters' that inspired the character's voice, Galactus' motivations, and the surreal experience of becoming a popcorn bucket. Ineson also talks the intense way his frequent collaborator Robert Eggers ("The Witch," "Nosferatu") likes to work, as well as how blockbuster

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00:46:55

Alden Ehrenreich

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/07/03

Alden Ehrenreich joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss Zach Cregger's "Barbarian" follow-up, "Weapons," as well as his MCU role in "Ironheart." The actor also candidly chats about his Han Solo audition process, working with Christopher Nolan on "Oppenheimer," getting discovered by Steven Spielberg, and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth

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00:44:59

Amanda Seyfried

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/06/19

Amanda Seyfried joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to get candid about her journey through Hollywood and the state of the industry. She also discusses doing deep, dramatic roles like "Long Bright River," how she feels about the delayed response to "Jennifer's Body, whether a third "Mamma Mia" movie will happen, and much more. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth

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00:53:08

Tramell Tillman

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/06/12

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 "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning." ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s

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00:46:33

Jason Segel

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/06/05

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-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and

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00:49:44

Vincent D'Onofrio

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/05/22

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," and "Law & Order: Criminal Intent." ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s

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01:04:08

Darren Criss

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/05/08

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. ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth

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00:43:19

Hailee Steinfeld

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/04/24

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." ... Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth

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00:38:17

Finn Wolfhard

In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast ·

2025/04/10

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 for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and theater

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