Marilee Talkington Of See

About this episode

In this episode, Tony Tellado interviews Marilee Talkington about her role in Apple TV+'s SEE and her advocacy for authentic representation.

In this episode, we sit down with Marilee Talkington, the powerhouse actor, creator, and advocate who brought the fierce and enigmatic Souter Bax to life in Apple TV+’s post‑apocalyptic epic SEE. One of the very few legally blind actors in the United States to earn an MFA in acting, Marilee has built a career defined by resilience, artistry, and a relentless commitment to authentic representation.

People in this episode

Host: Tony Tellado

Guest: Marilee Talkington

Topics covered

• acting
• representation
• blindness
• resilience
• post-apocalyptic
• creativity

Keywords

• Marilee Talkington
• SEE
• Apple TV+
• acting
• blind actors
• representation
• post-apocalyptic

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Apple TV+

Books & works: SEE

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