The Screenster Podcast

Chris Milone is a Makeup Artist and he joins Georgie on the podcast this week, to talk about his wonderful work in the film and television world! Georgie asks Chris about the shows he has been part of, including ‘Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’, ‘Pose’ and ‘Fosse/Verdon’. Georgie also finds out about Chris’s time touring with Madonna, how he covers tattoos and what he's been watching recently.

Isis Davis is an Actor and Writer and she joins Georgie on the podcast this week. Isis’s recent credits include the film ‘The Secret Garden’, where she plays the character Martha. Isis also joined the writing team on the popular TV series, ‘Killing Eve’. Georgie asks Isis more about working on these brilliant productions and they discuss diversity in the industry. Georgie finds out what Isis is watching at the moment and they chat about why the show 'Succession' is so great.

For the first episode of this new season, Georgie is joined by Actor and Producer, Jimmy Akingbola. Jimmy is currently hosting 'Sorry, I Didn't Know' a panel show on ITV. Jimmy chats to Georgie about his work on the show and getting it commissioned, diversity and inclusion in the industry and why he wanted to become an actor. Georgie tells Jimmy that she really didn't like drama school, they discuss writing a million letters and Jimmy reveals what he gets up to when he's not working.

The Screenster Podcast is back! Georgie will be chatting to more people in the film and television world about working on some of your favourite shows, their careers in general (the highs and the lows!) and what they are watching. Subscribe to get new episodes each week, starting this Thursday!

April Pearson is an Actor and Producer. She also has a new show on Instagram called 'Are you Michelle from Skins?' because...you guessed it...she played Michelle on the E4 television show 'Skins' and she talks to other actors who are closely associated with a particular character. April joins Georgie on the podcast to chat more about how she came to get that job, dealing with intimate scenes without the presence of Intimacy Coordinators and how she navigated life after her time on the series. They also discuss the industry in general, April's other acting credits, side jobs and what she's watching on television at the moment.

Historian Dr Hannah Greig joins Georgie on the podcast this week. Hannah is also a Historical Consultant for films and television shows and her credits include the Oscar and BAFTA award-winning film 'The Favourite' as well as 'The Duchess', 'Poldark' and the upcoming Netflix series, 'Bridgerton'. Georgie asks Hannah more about her work on period dramas, why she thinks people are so fascinated with trying to spot historical inaccuracies on their screens and Hannah chats about what she is watching at the moment.

It's part 2! Georgie gets some more friends and family members along to chat about what they're enjoying on TV at the moment and what some of their favourites are.

Georgie catches up with some friends and family members. She finds out what TV shows and films they have been enjoying and what some of their all time favourites are. Have a listen for recommendations and tune in next week for part 2!

Actor Ian McElhinney joins the podcast this week and, as a huge ‘Derry Girls’ fan, Georgie is excited! Ian chats about why he chose to get into the acting business and Georgie finds out how the film industry in Belfast has developed. Georgie asks Ian about his time on ‘Game of Thrones’ and (spoiler alert) his unexpected ending on the show. They also discuss Ian's work as the character Granda Joe (including his funniest lines) and Ian chats about what he’s watching at the moment.

Debra McGuire was the Costume Designer on the television show 'Friends', for its ten year run. Debra is also a Fine Artist and Fashion Designer and Georgie was very excited to speak with her on the podcast this week. Georgie asks Debra about her time on the TV show that has been a favourite for so many people, and Debra talks more about her process on the production; from Phoebe's outfits, to Chandler's shirts. Debra also tells Georgie about the other shows she has been part of and how her work has seen her travel the world.

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