The Severance Podcast with Ben Stiller & Adam Scott S2E9: The After Hours (with Sydney Cole Alexander)
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Mar 14, 2025 Sydney Cole Alexander, who captivates audiences as Natalie in the Severance series, joins the conversation. They dive into Natalie's complex dynamics with characters like Milchick and Cobel, exploring how corporate 'friendly feedback' can sting. Sydney also shares insights from her audition journey, highlighting the emotional rollercoaster of launching a career in a high-pressure environment. The trio banters about revelations from the penultimate episode and answers fan hotline questions with some amusing Lumon-approved responses.
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Sydney Cole Alexander's Audition
- Sydney Cole Alexander was initially nervous about auditioning for Severance.
- She felt she'd bombed the audition due to a surprising lack of nerves.
First Day On Set
- Ben Stiller recalled Sydney Cole Alexander's first day on set, shooting the news scene.
- He also remembered her Crest commercial, which influenced Natalie's smile.
Natalie and Milchick
- Sydney Cole Alexander explains Natalie's shift in focus towards Milchick in Season 2.
- She contrasts Natalie's relationships with Milchick and Cobel, noting different dynamics.