The Screenster Podcast

Kevin LaRosa II is an Aerial Coordinator and Stunt Pilot. From 'Iron Man' to 'The Avengers', Kevin has piloted on an EXTRAORDINARY list of film credits and most recently it was 'Top Gun: Maverick', Georgie's now favourite film of all time. Georgie asks Kevin about how he first blended the worlds of aviation and the movies, she talks about her family's background in the skies and Kevin reveals some incredible behind the scenes secrets about the filming of this latest 'Top Gun' film. Yes, the Actors were really flying inside those planes! Have a listen to find out more about Kevin's outstanding (!!) career.

'The Midwich Cuckoos' is a new TV series out on Sky Max TODAY! Georgie was looking forward to a chance to sit down with the show's Writer, David Farr, and Director Alice Troughton. David also wrote the series 'The Night Manager' (which Georgie loved). David and Alice join Georgie on the podcast to talk about how they came to work on this show, what it's like adapting novels to the screen and what they are watching, of course!

This week Georgie is delighted to be joined by Frank Spotnitz (who brought to life 'The X-Files'!) and Emily Feller. Frank and Emily are the CEO and Creative Director, respectively, of Big Light Productions. They recently created the new Audible Original drama, 'Radioman' and the second series of their show, 'Devils', which stars Patrick Dempsey, is now available to watch on Sky Atlantic. Georgie asks about their recent news with Tomorrow Studios, she hears more about Frank's early days on 'The X-Files' and she asks Emily what she enjoys watching (and listening to!).

'The Rising' is a new series coming to Sky Max and NOW TV on 22nd April. It tells the story of Neve Kelly, a young girl who realises she has been murdered and takes advantage of her new supernatural abilities to investigate her own death. For this episode of the pod, Georgie was very excited to chat the show's Producer, Julian Stevens, about how the series was made, what the role of a Producer actually involves and what Julian enjoys watching on TV when he's not working!

Part 2 of some moments from The Screenster Podcast! Georgie's conversations with her previous guests this episode include Casting Director Kelly Valentine Hendry ('Bridgerton'), Actor and Comedian Daniel Franzese ('Mean Girls'), Actor Marc Menchaca ('Ozark') and Actor Natalie Dew ('Sandylands').

We thought we would compile some favourite memories from The Screenster Podcast so far because....why not. Georgie's conversations with her previous guests this episode include Actor Shannyn Sossamon ('A Knight's Tale'), Actor Josh Hartnett ('The Fear Index'), Writers Harry and Jack Williams ('The Tourist'), Actor and Podcast Host April Pearson ('Are You Michelle from Skins?') and Mickey Down ('Industry'). Part 2 is coming next week!

Sarah Kendall ('Motherland', 'Taskmaster') joins Georgie on the pod today to talk about the new series of her show 'Frayed' which she wrote and stars in, and which you can watch now on Sky Max! Georgie and Sarah chat about British and Australian comedies and Georgie tells Sarah about the time she ended up in Newcastle, Australia (much to Sarah's surprise) where 'Frayed' is set. Sarah talks some more about the process of getting the show made and Georgie finds out about Sarah's love of a particular genre of TV shows and films.

This week, Georgie was so excited to sit down with Makeup Artist, Göran Lundström, who was responsible for the physical transformation of Jared Leto's character in the film, 'House of Gucci'. You can now watch the film from the comfort of your sofa! Georgie asks Göran about his brilliant makeup and prosthetics work on screen, his 2022 Oscar nomination (!!) and she is intrigued to know whether actors get restless when sat in the makeup chair for long periods of time. Göran also talks about what it's like when film crew are asked to call actors by their character names and he tells Georgie more about the process of transforming Jared into Paolo Gucci. If you enjoy the pod, please do leave it a little 5 star review; it really helps to get the show out there. You can also find Göran over at @efxstudio_goran and you can keep up to date with what Georgie's watching at @screensteruk

April Pearson, Actor and Host of podcast 'Are You Michelle from Skins?' joins Georgie on the pod this week. April and Georgie reunite after April first came on The Screenster Podcast back in 2020. Aside from catching up, Georgie asks April more about the new series of her podcast where she talks to more guests who, like April, have been closely associated with a particular character. Georgie also finds out what April has been watching on TV and discovers her love of true crime shows. At the time of recording, Georgie hadn't watched lots of other great shows, so just in case you want some more recommendations, they would be: THIS IS GOING TO HURT on BBC One THE FEAR INDEX on Sky PAM AND TOMMY on Disney Plus EUPHORIA on Sky LOVE IS BLIND (Season 2) on Netflix (I know...) To keep up to date with things that Georgie is watching, have a follow of her Instagram over at @screensteruk and make sure you catch up on the latest episodes of April's podcast! You can find her on Instagram at @apriljpearson and @areyoumichellefromskins

Georgie is SO excited to say that she is joined by none other than actors Josh Hartnett ('Sin City', 'Pearl Harbor', '40 Days and 40 Nights') and Leila Farzad ('I Hate Suzie') for this week's episode of The Screenster Podcast. Josh and Leila sit down with Georgie to talk about their latest work starring in 'The Fear Index' which is out on Sky Atlantic today. Josh tells Georgie about the house they filmed in, Georgie finds out what Leila's favourite moment of working on this series was and she discovers what they both enjoy watching on their screens for a bit of comfort.

Josh Weller is a Comedian, Musician, Podcast Host and general funny guy. Georgie first heard of Josh's work when she found his videos on Instagram/TikTok (she's proud of herself for now having TikTok...) and was excited he joined her on the pod this week. They chat about Josh's early days in the music industry, why he transitioned into the world of comedy and what it's like when your tweets/videos go viral. Georgie asks Josh whether he gets scared during stand-up (she clearly doesn't give up on this question), they chat through a certain U2 moment in the film 'Taken' and get round to discussing some classic 90s movies. Follow Josh on Instagram and TikTok @joshwellerjoshweller and keep a look out for his brilliant stand-up comedy work!

Harry and Jack Williams ('Fleabag', 'Angela Black', 'Liar', 'Baptiste', 'The Missing') are Writers and Executive Producers who join Georgie on the podcast this week. Most recently, they created 'The Tourist', starring Jamie Dornan, which you can watch on BBC iPlayer. Georgie was so excited to chat to Harry and Jack as she's been a fan of their work for years. She asks them about their company, Two Brothers Pictures, and what it's like working together as siblings. Georgie also finds out more about how they approach their stories, why they chose the Australian Outback for this latest screen adventure and what they like to watch when they're not working ('Below Deck', anyone?!).

Lisa Brühlmann is a Director, Writer and Actor and she joins Georgie on the podcast this week to chat about her latest work; directing the upcoming four-part series 'The Girl Before' which is out on BBC One on Sunday 19th December (it's brilliant!!). Georgie asks Lisa more about her work acting and directing, what it was like making this show and what her favourite Christmas film is. This is the last episode of the pod before Christmas! If you want to follow Georgie over on Instagram at @screensteruk in the meantime, you can stay up to date with what she's watching. MERRY CHRISTMAS!