Dan Levy

Dan Levy

From In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast by Backstage

May 7, 2026 · 42 min

About this episode

Dan Levy discusses his new Netflix series 'Big Mistakes' and reflects on his experiences from 'Schitt's Creek'.

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 learned from on-screen moms Catherine O'Hara and Laure Metcalf, and much more. ... 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 projects are made and personal stories of success and failure alike. Join host Vinnie Mancuso, senior editor at Backstage, for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ ... Follow Backstage and In the Envelope on social media: - https://www.facebook.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/backstage - https://www.twitter.com/intheenvelope - https://www.instagram.com/backstagecast Looking to get…

People in this episode

Host: Vinnie Mancuso

Guest: Dan Levy

Topics covered

  • Netflix series
  • collaborative set
  • impact of Schitt's Creek
  • acting advice
  • creative life

Keywords

  • Dan Levy
  • Big Mistakes
  • Schitt's Creek
  • acting
  • collaboration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Backstage, Netflix

Books & works: Big Mistakes, Schitt's Creek

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