Morgan Spector

Morgan Spector and Lauri Pitkus join the hosts to discuss the development of George's character and the unique approach to scouting and securing locations. They also explore notable NYC locations of the Gilded Age and the important role of gatekeepers in building. They talk about the shopping district of Lady's Mile, social expectations, corruption among city officials, and creating realistic locations using visual effects. They also discuss George Russell's ruthless nature and the details of dining scenes on the show.

Morgan Spector, an acclaimed actor from The Gilded Age and The Plot Against America, dives into a riveting dialogue on the intersections of politics and Hollywood. He traces his shift towards democratic socialism, driven by experiences from the Iraq War to the Obama era. The conversation critiques capitalism's romanticized figures and explores the looming challenges of financialization and AI on society. Spector urges for a new political vision amid today's crises, discussing how today’s tech titans echo the Gilded Age's oligarchs.