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Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for 60 years. In the Envelope, Backstage’s podcast, features intimate, in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy film, television, and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration, In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover everything from practical advice on navigating the industry, to how your favorite ... more

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Daniel Radcliffe joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dig deep into his entire career, including his recent Tony-nominated role in Broadway's "Every Brilliant Thing" and the NBC sitcom "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins." Radcl... more

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Matthew Rhys joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his new horror-comedy "Widow's Bay" and Netflix thriller "The Beast in Me." Rhys also goes long on his approach to performing, his American accent, and candid anecdotes wi... more

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Dan Levy joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast for a deep dive into his new Netflix series, "Big Mistakes." Levy also looks back on the lasting impact of "Schitt's Creek," explains how he creates a collaborative set, shares what he's... more

Intimacy coordinator Mam Smith joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her roles in series like "Euphoria" and "Lioness," as well as films like "Challengers" and "The Drama." Smith also digs into working across multiple proj... more

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Daniel Radcliffe
Actor known for Harry Potter and diverse film/theater work
Actor
Episode: Daniel Radcliffe
Matthew Rhys
Actor known for The Americans, Beast in Me, Widow's Bay
Actor
Episode: Matthew Rhys
Dan Levy
Actor, writer, co-creator of Schitt's Creek, creator of Big Mistakes
Netflix/Showrunner
Episode: Dan Levy
Mam Smith
Intimacy coordinator
Independent/Entertainment Industry
Episode: Intimacy Coordinator Mam Smith ("Euphoria," "The Drama")
Kerry Washington
A-list actor and producer known for roles in Scandal, Ray, She Hate Me, and Imperfect Women
Apple TV+; Imperfect Women
Episode: Kerry Washington
Lili Reinhart
Actress known for Riverdale; producing the Love Hypothesis
Self / Small Victory Productions
Episode: Lili Reinhart
Sam Heughan
Actor known for Outlander
Actor
Episode: Sam Heughan
Benicio del Toro
Three-time Oscar-nominated actor known for enigmatic, dark characters
Actor
Episode: Benicio del Toro
Kate Hudson
Well-known actress, celebrated for roles in romantic comedies and critically acclaimed films, daughter of Goldie Hawn
Episode: Kate Hudson

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Vinnie Mancuso
Host of In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 608 ratings
  • Review from a famous actor

    I’m a famous actor whose name starts and ends with the letter E and this podcast is good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Durham PG
    United States2 years ago
  • Essential for newbies

    This January, at 47, I decided to try acting. That same week I auditioned for a part in a local play and I ended up getting cast! Since then, I have been listening and re-listening to this incredible podcast. For anyone new to the craft of acting, this should be required listening and I’ve been hanging on every helpful and honest word. All the episodes are amazing but the episode with Matthew Macfadyen is sensational and I just listened to it again for the 5th time prior to a big rehearsal. Ful... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wolfcub31
    Canada2 years ago
  • I love this podcast

    It’s really informative and insightful and SO beneficial if you’re an actor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nickname5815
    United States2 years ago
  • Stop Bleeping The Actors

    We want raw interviews. Stop bleeping everything.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Ukylie
    United States3 years ago
  • A MUST listen for actors and creatives!!

    Love the variety of guests and topics covered. Honest, insightful, and filled with natural humour! I’m an actor and also doing a lot of personal development work.

    I’ve found these conversations to be invaluable.

    Thank you, and keep up the good work! 💯

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PhilliM2
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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some listeners wish for less interrupting and more time for guests to finish their thoughts
guests are consistently high-caliber, offering actionable industry insights
episodes are noted for honesty, practical takeaways, and variety of perspectives
listeners praise the host for insightful, empathetic interviewing and deep curiosity about craft

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#129
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#90
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#110
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#113
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#166
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Matthew Rhys
Q: What is the logistics of filming a 10-page scene with Claire Danes?
Rhys describes meticulous prep, two days of shooting, multiple camera angles, and a grounded, real-world approach directed by Antonio Campos to keep the moment authentic.
Matthew Rhys
Q: Is there a nugget from your formal training that still helps you today?
Rhys emphasizes the enduring value of doing the work, reading scripts deeply, and maintaining flexibility beyond rigid prep, highlighting Hopkins' approach of extensive script study.
Matthew Rhys
Q: Matthew, how's it going?
A friendly check-in that opens up the conversation and sets a relaxed tone for discussing his career and current projects.
Dan Levy
Q: What does being in a writer's room look like for you, and how does it influence the show's direction?
The writer's room is a thought incubator where we shape the season and episodes, balancing big-picture storytelling with what will speak to the actors and keep their characters evolving over multiple seasons.
Intimacy Coordinator Mam Smith ("Euphoria," "The Drama")
Q: What advice would you give actors about approaching their first intimate scene?
Communicate openly with the intimacy coordinator, be transparent about comfort levels from casting onward, and view the coordinator as a partner who helps plan, coordinate, and protect so actors can focus on performing safely and creatively.

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8. Benicio del Toro

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