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The World According to Glenn

Kevin Jacobsen
Glenn Close
Dangerous Liaisons
The Big Chill
Academy Awards
Fatal Attraction
101 Dalmatians
Sunset Boulevard
Tarzan
Disney
Amy Thomasson
Broadway
Sarah Plain and Tall
The World According To Garp
LGBTQ+ Representation
Le Divorce
Oscar Nominations
Damages
The Summer Book
Serving In Silence: the Margarethe Cammermeyer Story
Paradise Road

A deep dive into the career of the legendary actress Glenn Close, reviewing her performances in movies, TV shows, and stage productions! Hosted by Kevin Jacobsen of the And the Runner-Up Is podcast.

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It's time to explore the World According to Glenn. I'm Kevin Jacobsen, Glenn Close is my favorite actress, and this show is all about exploring the career of one of the finest actors of her generation. Each episode, I'm joined by a guest as we dive i... more

It's time to explore the World According to Glenn. I'm Kevin Jacobsen, Glenn Close is my favorite actress, and this show is all about exploring the career of one of the finest actors of her generation. Each episode, I'm joined by a guest as we dive i... more

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It's time to explore the World According to Glenn. I'm Kevin Jacobsen, Glenn Close is my favorite actress, and this show is all about exploring the career of one of the finest actors of her generation. Each episode, I'm joined by a guest as we dive i... more

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It's time to explore the World According to Glenn. I'm Kevin Jacobsen, Glenn Close is my favorite actress, and this show is all about exploring the career of one of the finest actors of her generation. Each episode, I'm joined by a guest as we dive i... more

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Recent Guests

Christof N.
Sporcle curator and animation correspondent
Sporcle
Episode: Hoodwinked! (feat. Christof)
Gavin Mevius
Podcaster and editor known for The Mixed Reviews and The Q Division
Independent podcasting
Episode: Nine Lives (feat. Gavin Mevius)
Sebastian Gronback
Fiancé of host; recurring guest on related episodes
Episode: The Chumscrubber (feat. Sebastian Gronback)
Charlie Bright
Contributing writer at Gold Derby, Glenn TV correspondent
Gold Derby
Episode: The Shield (feat. Charlie Bright)
Steven Canals
Writer, director and producer, Emmy nominated; co-creator of Pose
Episode: Heights (feat. Steven Canals)
Mathew Rodriguez
Writer and journalist; works found at Slate, Teen Vogue, NBC News, etc.
Episode: The Stepford Wives (feat. Mathew Rodriguez)
John T.
Blogger for The Many Rantings of John
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Episode: 102 Dalmatians (feat. John T)
Nick Ruhrkraut
Film critic and co-host of the podcast Oscar Wilde
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Episode: Tarzan (feat. Nick Ruhrkraut)
Jay Ledbetter
Film critic and contributor at Awards Watch, co-host of Director Watch podcast
Awards Watch
Episode: Cookie's Fortune (feat. Jay Ledbetter)

Host

Kevin Jacobsen
Host of The World According to Glenn; independent podcast host with involvement in related show networks.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
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    After three episodes I have to ask the following: Does the host or guest hosts actually enjoy any of Close’s film work? You wouldn’t know it by listening to this podcast. So overly critical - total turnoff.

    Apple Podcasts
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    oscarholder
    United States10 months ago

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Listener feedback suggests the show delivers rigorous analysis, though some listeners feel the tone can come off as overly critical.
Many episodes rely on expert guests to provide context and depth on Glenn Close's performances across media.
The conversations often connect multiple projects through thematic threads, appealing to cinephiles and industry insiders.

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Talking Points

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The Lion in Winter (feat. Eoin Daly)
Q: What makes Glenn Close's Eleanor of Aquitaine stand out against the 1968 portrayal?
The guest highlights Close's unique blend of theatricality and restraint, her maternal vulnerability, and the way she uses quieter, intimate moments to humanize Eleanor, while still delivering the sharp wit and power dynamics that define the character.
Will & Grace and The West Wing (feat. Joyce Eng)
Q: Could you share your thoughts on Glenn Close's performance in The West Wing?
Joyce Eng considered Glenn's character to be commanding and authoritative, effortlessly holding her own against the cast.
Will & Grace and The West Wing (feat. Joyce Eng)
Q: What did you think of this episode and Glenn's performance?
Joyce Eng remarked that she thought Glenn's performance was fantastic and that she should have won the Emmy for it.
The Ballad of Lucy Whipple and South Pacific (feat. Cody Dericks)
Q: Cody, if you had the power to cast Glenn Close in a future film, what genre and role would you pick?
Cody expressed a desire to see Glenn lean into a horror genre, suggesting parallels with her character in Deliverance and current roles like Amy Madigan in Weapons.
102 Dalmatians (feat. John T)
Q: What is your relationship to Glenn Close overall?
My first memory of Glenn Close would be probably Sarah Plain and Tall, and I've always thought of her as a classy actress.

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What is The World According to Glenn about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers in-depth, critique-heavy conversations about Glenn Close's body of work across film, television, and theater, with guests ranging from film critics to industry writers. Episodes tend to unpack performance choices, production histories, and the cultural context of each project, often pairing Close's performances with broader themes in 2000s cinema and television. A notable strength is its ability to connect disparate projects through thematic threads, leveraging guest expertise to illuminate career trajectories and casting decisions. Listeners who enjoy rigorous analysis, industry anecdotes, and cross-media comparisons are likely to find this show especially engaging; those seeking lighter, spoiler-free entertainment may fin... more

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1. Christof N.
2. Gavin Mevius
3. Sebastian Gronback
4. Charlie Bright
5. Steven Canals
6. Mathew Rodriguez
7. John T.
8. Nick Ruhrkraut

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