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Melanie Lynskey gets very real with us

Melanie Lynskey gets very real with us

Emmy nominee Melanie Lynskey discusses 'Yellowjackets,' her struggle with an eating disorder and why now is the right time for ferocious female characters. Plus: A brief visit from a special guest.

Headlines From The Times · Gustavo Arellano, Lauren Raab, Scott Somerville, Chloe Chaobal, Heba Elorbany, Navani Otero, Mike Heflin, Yvonne Villarreal, Melanie Lynskey

September 1, 202252m 10s

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Show Notes

For her role as Shauna in “Yellowjackets,” Melanie Lynskey has an Emmy nomination for lead actress in a drama series. 

Today, we've got another episode from our sister podcast "The Envelope." Lynskey joins host Yvonne Villarreal to dish on how this year has helped her feel more empowered and less underestimated, arriving at a place of self-love after struggling with an eating disorder, and why now is the time for ferocious female characters. She also busts out her Drew Barrymore impression and gets a brief, adorable visit from a special guest. Read the full transcript here

Host: Yvonne Villarreal 

Guest: Melanie Lynskey

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