Jenny Slate, a talented comedian and actress, joins creators Elizabeth Meriwether and Kim Rosenstock to discuss their transformative journey from podcast to TV. They dive into the intricacies of portraying intimacy and vulnerability, highlighting how humor plays a vital role in navigating heavy themes. The trio celebrates the deep bonds of female friendship and their collaboration, reflecting on the creative freedom to tell impactful stories. They also emphasize authentic representation in storytelling and the emotional connections that fuel their artistic endeavors.
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Jenny's Deep Connection to Nikki
Jenny Slate shares how she connected deeply with Nikki's character, especially her courage and unapologetic anger.
She describes preparing for scenes with emotional weight by accessing personal feelings connected to Molly's story.
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Redefining 'Bad' and Catharsis
Jenny realized through the show that being "bad" isn't the same as doing something bad.
She found catharsis in separating actions from identity, a perspective new to her before this role.
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Nikki's Grief and Pride
Nikki discusses feeling grief and pride as the show releases, seeing it as a love letter to Molly.
She grapples with the difficulty of letting go but feels proud of how Molly's story continues to inspire.
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Lifeform
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Jenny Slate's "Lifeform" is a collection of essays offering a candid and humorous look at her personal journey. The essays explore themes of singledom, finding love, and the challenges and joys of motherhood. Slate's signature wit and vulnerability shine through as she reflects on her experiences with honesty and self-awareness. The book delves into the complexities of relationships, self-discovery, and the transformative power of love. It's a relatable and insightful read for anyone navigating the ups and downs of life.
Little Weirds
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Comedian Jenny Slate sits down with Nikki Boyer to dish about playing the fictional "Nikki Boyer" in FX's "Dying for Sex”. Jenny opens up about smashing taboos, celebrating the power of female friendship, and her journey into the role's most vulnerable moments. Then, showrunners and close friends Elizabeth Meriwether and Kim Rosenstock share how they transformed the podcast into a television series, from navigating emotional depths of the characters to keeping the heart of Nikki and Molly’s friendship at the center.
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