Jeremy Strong

Host Kara Swisher unpacks the Succession series finale, “With Open Eyes,” in a two-part supersized podcast. In part one, Kara talks with Alexander Skarsgård about why his tech billionaire character, Lukas Matsson, just can’t let Waystar Royco go. Then Kara goes deep with Jeremy Strong to discuss the tragic end of Kendall and what his character really wanted all along. Part two, coming later this week, features an extended conversation with director and executive producer Mark Mylod. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, it’s a full house to discuss the penultimate episode of Succession, “Church and State.” First, host Kara Swisher unpacks Ewan’s surprise eulogy with actor James Cromwell. Then, she finds out how real-life funeral planner William Villanova helped the Succession team create a perfectly extravagant service for Logan Roy. And finally, Kara checks in with Jeremy Strong about Kendall’s blockbuster speech and where he stands as we head into the series finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Strong, an Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor known for his roles in 'Succession' and 'The Apprentice,' dives deep into the complexities of embodying morally ambiguous characters. He shares insights on portraying the controversial Roy Cohn and his powerful performance as Kendall Roy. Strong reflects on his challenging upbringing and how acting became an escape. He discusses the responsibility of representing truth while navigating personal emotional depth in his craft, illustrating the interplay between ambition, morality, and genesis of character.

This episode features Jeremy Strong, an Oscar-nominated actor known for his impactful role as Roy Cohn in Succession; Sebastian Stan, who received acclaim for his portrayal of Donald Trump in The Apprentice; and Adrien Brody, an Oscar winner preparing for his role in The Brutalist. They discuss the complexities of portraying controversial figures, the moral implications of their characters, and the artistic challenges that accompany such roles. The intense negotiation scenes between Cohn and Trump offer profound insight into their troubled legacies.

Jeremy Strong, acclaimed for his Emmy-winning role as Kendall Roy in HBO's Succession, shares insights on his portrayal of Roy Cohn in The Apprentice. He discusses the challenges of playing morally ambiguous characters and highlights the emotional intensity behind iconic scenes. Strong reflects on how his upbringing influences his acting and improvisation. The conversation also explores the intricate relationship between Cohn and Trump, shedding light on power dynamics and the complexities of their connection.

The Full Maron is our WTF+ subscription tier that gives you weekly bonus episodes. It's now a year old, so that means there's 52 weeks of bonus episodes waiting for you in the archive. To give you a sense of what's in store for subscribers, we've put together a selection of Full Maron highlights, including answers from an Ask Marc Anything episode, a post-show chat with Jeremy Strong, Marc's immediate reaction right after Ice Cube left the garage, never-before-heard standup from Marc's set at Town Hall, Marc and Kit talking movies, and an excerpt from The Friday Show, our weekly end of the week hang-out. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging conversation, Jeremy Strong, known for his gripping role as Kendall Roy in HBO's Succession, discusses portraying the controversial Roy Cohn in The Apprentice. He reflects on Cohn's manipulative tactics and their eerie connection to Trump's strategies. Meanwhile, Will Ferrell and Harper Steele recount their heartfelt road trip across America, exploring themes of identity and acceptance following Harper's transition. Their journey, documented in the Netflix film Will & Harper, showcases the power of friendship, humor, and personal growth.

In this engaging discussion, Sebastian Stan shares insights on portraying a young Donald Trump, moving away from comedic caricature to a serious narrative. Jeremy Strong discusses embodying the influential, morally ambiguous lawyer Roy Cohn, revealing their turbulent mentor-protégé relationship. Gabriel Sherman, the film's executive producer, emphasizes its humanist approach and the controversial challenges faced in its production, including legal threats from Trump himself. The film dives deep into ambition and power brokering in New York's complex political landscape.

Jeremy Strong, known for his acclaimed roles, and Sebastian Stan, a versatile film and television actor, dive into pressing political issues surrounding the Republican Party's choice of Mark Robinson in North Carolina. They express their reactions to Trump attempting to censor their film, 'The Apprentice.' The discussion strides through the complexities of portraying controversial figures, the challenges of navigating misinformation, and the responsibility of filmmakers in shaping public perception during these pivotal times.

Jeremy Strong, acclaimed for his role as Kendall Roy, and Alexander Skarsgård, known for his captivating portrayal of Lukas Matsson, dive deep into the world of 'Succession'. They explore the emotional weight of the show's finale and its complex character dynamics, especially between Kendall and Shiv. The duo shares insights on the satire of wealth and power, revealing their thoughts on the possibility of spin-offs. They also reflect on the creative process behind their characters, emphasizing the layers of ambition and personal struggles that define them.