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- 4 days ago27 min
Jaalen Best & Ben Watkins on Humanizing Muhammad Ali in Prime's 'The Greatest'
Portraying the most recognizable sports figure in human history is a daunting task, especially when it’s the first project explicitly sanctioned by his family. Jaalen Best, who plays a young Muhammad Ali in the new Prime original series The Greatest, joins writer and director Ben Watkins to discuss the immense weight of bringing a global legend to life.Best opens up about channeling his on-set anxiety into the performance and the grueling physical transformation required for the role. "When I got the role, I had to cut down, my lowest was 163 to play [the] 18-year-old on camera. That's almost 40 pounds," Best shares.Watkins breaks down his mission to look past the myth and showcase the boxer's vulnerabilities. "I didn't realize it, but I had deified Muhammad Ali," Watkins explains. "What we got to do is introduce you to this real person... They have flaws, and they overcome it. They have fears, and they push through."Watch/listen to hear how Best and Watkins balanced the greatness of Ali with the weaker parts of his biography, and why Ali's unwavering convictions still resonate today. The Greatest is available to stream now on Prime.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago17 min
Helen Mirren Channels Patricia Highsmith in ‘A Talent for Murder’
On this episode of the Parting Shot podcast, actors Helen Mirren and Alden Ehrenreich sit down to discuss their gripping new psychological thriller A Talent for Murder. Mirren stars as the reclusive author Patricia Highsmith alongside Ehrenreich's young editor Edward who is tasked with persuading her to write another Tom Ripley novel. The co-stars dive into the fascinating motives behind Highsmith's legendary characters, the queer themes woven into her work and how they both took a deep dive to understand the brilliant but complicated author. Plus, they reveal why neither of them has a real-life talent for murder. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to the Parting Shot Podcast: https://www.newsweek.com/podcasts/the-parting-shot See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago32 min
Elon Musk's Terrifying Power: Reacting to Alex Gibney's 'Musk'
I’m reacting to Alex Gibney’s new documentary film 'Musk,' and my biggest takeaway is fear. The power Elon Musk holds is vast and wide, and it begs the question: should a person this rich hold this much power? From AI to international relations with his Starlink service, Musk wields immense influence, and Gibney’s documentary does a fantastic job of laying it all out. I saw the film at the Ojai Documentary Film Festival in its first year, and 'Musk' was the opening night feature. The fact that this festival had a packed house for a nearly four-hour film says a lot about the event and the cultural moment documentary films are experiencing right now. Joining me to discuss 'Musk' is Newsweek Senior Reporter Lauren Giella. We break down the cult of personality around Elon Musk, the surging popularity of documentaries, and why the Ojai Documentary Film Festival really speaks to the moment nonfiction films are having. Listen to our full conversation on this episode of the Parting Shot Podcast. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to the Parting Shot Podcast: https://www.newsweek.com/podcasts/the-parting-shot See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago24 min
Peter Berg and Nicholas Galitzine on Netflix's The Mosquito Bowl
On this episode of the Parting Shot podcast, director Peter Berg and stars Nicholas Galitzine, Ray Nicholson, Bill Skarsgård and Tom Francis discuss the intense reality of their new Netflix WWII epic The Mosquito Bowl. Adapted from Buzz Bissinger's nonfiction book, the film follows renowned college football players who put their rising careers on hold to fight in the Pacific after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The cast and director dive into the highly immersive filmmaking process, the camaraderie formed while shooting in remote Australia and the emotional toll of bringing one of the most brutal cinematic depictions of war to life. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to the Parting Shot Podcast: https://www.newsweek.com/podcasts/the-parting-shot See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago14 min
The RHONY OGs Are Back! Sonja, Luann, Dorinda, Ramona & Kelly Talk E!'s The Golden Life
On this episode of The Parting Shot, the original New York City Housewives have finally returned to our screens! Sonja Morgan, Luann de Lesseps, Dorinda Medley, Ramona Singer, and Kelly Bensimon join the show to discuss their highly anticipated new E! series, The Golden Life. After a massive fan outcry for the OGs to return, the women are proving that their fifties and sixties are their best years yet. We dive into how the new series—with a not-so-subtle nod to The Golden Girls—follows their genuine, unmanufactured friendships as they live it up in Palm Beach and the Hamptons. Plus, they open up about avoiding the classic reality TV trap, building successful careers outside the Bravo universe, and why viewers simply refused to accept any substitutes. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.comFollow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscottSubscribe to the Parting Shot Podcast: https://www.newsweek.com/podcasts/the-parting-shotSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 1 weeks ago28 min
Why Trump Fans Keep Talking to The Daily Show's Jordan Klepper
If you’ve seen any of Jordan Klepper’s work on The Daily Show, one question begs to be asked: Why do supporters of Donald Trump keep talking to him at MAGA rallies? In this episode of the Parting Shot podcast, Jordan Klepper sits down with Newsweek to discuss his latest half-hour special, The Daily Show Presents: Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse: Red Flags. Klepper breaks down the bizarre appeal of the camera, the tribalism and "costume party" atmosphere of modern political events, and how political narratives—like the recent shift to transphobia in Texas politics—are being used to distract voters. Plus, Klepper discusses media bias, the legacy of Jon Stewart, and how The Daily Show continues to shape the way audiences consume the news. Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/bTW8D97Rw2sSubscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to the Parting Shot Podcast: https://www.newsweek.com/podcasts/the-parting-shot See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago35 min
Why 'Young Sheldon' Actually Worked: Jessica Radloff Tells All
How did Young Sheldon, a prequel series to The Big Bang Theory, become the rare example of a successful spinoff? That’s exactly what Jessica Radloff’s new book, Young Sheldon: The (Juicier-Than-Meemaw’s-Brisket) Inside Story of the Hit Comedy, uncovers. On this episode of the Parting Shot Podcast, Jessica sits down with H. Alan Scott to reveal the behind-the-scenes secrets of the beloved sitcom. “We're not here to ruin anything, we're there to give you an insider's view into what made it work and a greater appreciation, and you're gonna learn a heck of a lot along the way,” Radloff told Newsweek. With the blessing of creators Chuck Lorre and Steven Molaro, Radloff shares how surprised she was by the cast's incredible candor. “I give the cast of Young Sheldon a lot of credit because they are in every sense a family and they will admit they are a family that will disagree. They are a family that has gone through hard times,” she says. “The stories they shared were so heartfelt and so human that it surprised me how willing they were to go there.” Ultimately, the show worked because of its universal relatability. “There's elements of everybody's family in this show. And that's what made you fall in love with them because you understood these dynamics. They exist in every single family.” Get Young Sheldon: The (Juicier-Than-Meemaw’s-Brisket) Inside Story of the Hit Comedy: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/jessica-radloff/young-sheldon/9781538777848/Listen to more episodes of the Parting Shot Podcast on Newsweek, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.comFollow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscottSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
- 2 weeks ago13 min
Connie Britton & Sam Nivola on Hulu's 'Phony' and Life After 'White Lotus'
Hulu’s Phony brings White Lotus alums Connie Britton and Sam Nivola together for a suspenseful new thriller that pushes both actors into deeply uncomfortable territory. Nivola stars as Sonny, a young man who wakes up after a tragic accident only to find that his mother, Ellen (Britton), doesn't quite seem to be his mother. In this interview with Newsweek, Britton and Nivola break down the bizarre reality of the series and the thrill of actively running in the opposite direction of their past recognizable roles. Nivola opens up about the relief of stepping into the spotlight as a leading man (and navigating his new "internet boyfriend" status), while Britton jokes about her legendary television hair and why it deserves its own Emmy. Subscribe to the For the Culture newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.comFollow H. Alan Scott: https://linktr.ee/halanscottSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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