Literally! With Rob Lowe Natasha Lyonne: Just One More Thing (Re-Release)
Dec 22, 2025
Join Natasha Lyonne, actress and co-creator of Russian Doll, as she shares her creative journey and insights. She recounts her strong friendships with Amy Poehler and Maya Rudolph and how they shaped her career. Natasha reflects on the pitfalls of fame, humor's healing power, and the dangers of the 'celebrity vocal sound.' Dive into her early life, her work with Woody Allen, and the inspiration behind Russian Doll's unique storytelling. Plus, she bonds over detective obsessions, teasing highlights from the show's psychedelic episodes.
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How A Failed Pilot Became Russian Doll
- Natasha Lyonne describes how Amy Poehler called her years ago and their failed NBC pilot Old Soul led to co-creating Russian Doll.
- She credits Amy and Maya Rudolph for deep personal and creative partnership that sustained her career.
The Value Of A Grounding Creative Partner
- Natasha says strong creative partners can act as a producing tether to turn surreal ideas into executable shows.
- She trusts Amy Poehler to validate or cut ideas so projects remain grounded and achievable.
Early Film Set Memories With Woody Allen
- Natasha recounts being a scholarship kid at an Upper East Side private school and working with Woody Allen as a teenager.
- She reflects on the surreal experience of being surrounded by famous actors on that film.