The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller & Adam Scott S1E5: The Grim Barbarity Of Optics and Design (with Jen Tullock)
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Jan 10, 2025 
In this lively discussion, Jen Tullock, known for her role as Devon in Severance, joins Ben and Adam to dissect her character’s quirky dynamics and the hilarious aspects of her on-screen relationship with Ricken. They explore outlandish fan theories about mysterious baby goats and touch on the intriguing concept of 'birthing retreats.' The trio also shares insights into creating genuine connections during filming, reflecting on the balance between humor and vulnerability in their characters’ journeys.
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Teenage Spike Lee Fan
- Adam Scott, as a teenager, emulated Spike Lee with a goatee, Knicks cap, and glasses.
- This was inspired by his admiration for the director, though he now recognizes it might have been offensive.
Utah Celebration
- Jen Tullock humorously attributes her lateness to celebrating with the Utah ball sports team.
- She clarifies that it was indeed the basketball team she was referencing.
Pre-Pandemic Meeting
- Ben Stiller and Jen Tullock first met in 2020, right before the COVID-19 lockdown.
- Their initial meeting was in a "strange sort of holding area" where Tullock nervously shared her political views.