AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
The News Agents
Michael Sheen on Prince Andrew, Port Talbot and Keir Starmer
Sep 3, 2024
Actor Michael Sheen, known for his roles in Frost/Nixon and A Very Royal Scandal, shares insights into his portrayal of Prince Andrew. He discusses the challenges of embodying a controversial figure and highlights the need for empathy in acting. Sheen also critiques the current British political landscape, advocating for radical change amidst dissatisfaction. He reflects on the emotional impact of Port Talbot's industrial decline and the importance of community resilience, while sprinkling humor throughout the conversation.
31:41
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Michael Sheen reveals that his portrayal of Prince Andrew was driven by a compelling narrative rather than merely playing a character.
- Sheen discusses the urgent need for political change in response to public discontent and the frustration with current governmental choices.
Deep dives
Michael Sheen's Transformation for the Role
Michael Sheen discusses the intricacies involved in portraying Prince Andrew in a new drama. He emphasizes that his decision to take on the role was driven by a compelling narrative rather than a desire to play a specific character. Sheen explains how he approached aspects of guilt and innocence by analyzing the ambiguity surrounding Prince Andrew's actions, which were pivotal to his interpretation. This nuanced perspective allowed him to navigate the complexities of the character without compromising the integrity of the drama.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode