Ep691 - Kate Hudson, Actress ‘Song Sung Blue,’ ‘Running Point’ & ‘Almost Famous’

About this episode

Kate Hudson discusses her career, acting techniques, and her latest projects in this interview.

Kate Hudson is a Golden Globe Award winner and Academy Award-nominated actress, singer/songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author. You know her from ALMOST FAMOUS, HOW TO LOSE A GUY IN 10 DAYS, and Netflix’s new series, RUNNING POINT. Recently, she starred opposite Hugh Jackman in Craig Brewer’s critically-acclaimed musical drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, for which she has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award and SAG’s Actor Award. SONG SUNG BLUE follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience soaring success and devastating heartbreak in their musical journey together. In this interview, we talk about the technical preparation for musical scenes, acting techniques for close-up shots, Kate Hudson’s personal acting philosophy, professional advice for aspiring actors, and much more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS, right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend, as we’re giving away 100,000 copies this year. It’s based on over 400…

People in this episode

Guest: Kate Hudson

Topics covered

• acting
• musical drama
• interview
• personal philosophy
• professional advice

Keywords

• Golden Globe
• Academy Award
• Almost Famous
• Running Point
• Song Sung Blue

Mentioned in this episode

Products: INK BY THE BARREL

Books & works: Song Sung Blue, Running Point, Almost Famous, Golden Globe Award, Academy Award, HOW TO LOSE A GUY IN 10 DAYS, a Golden Globe Award, Actor Award, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS, Write Review

Places: Milwaukee

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