About this episode

Murray Bartlett discusses his new series and reflects on his experiences in popular shows.

Emmy-winning actor Murray Bartlett joins Kevin Fallon to talk about his thrilling new series Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, the unforgettable success of The White Lotus, and why there's still hope for a return to Mike White's hit HBO drama. He also reflects on filming one of television's most beloved love stories in The Last of Us, breaking stereotypes through LGBTQ+ representation, behind-the-scenes secrets from his most shocking scenes, and the surprising impact his work continues to have on audiences around the world. Follow Kevin Fallon on Instagram ⁠@kpfallon⁠ Follow Matt Wilstein on Instagram ⁠@mattjwilstein⁠ Follow Obsessed on Instagram ⁠⁠@beastobsessed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Host: Kevin Fallon

Guest: Murray Bartlett

Topics covered

• television
• LGBTQ+ representation
• behind-the-scenes
• interview
• acting
• drama

Keywords

• Murray Bartlett
• The White Lotus
• Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed
• The Last of Us
• LGBTQ+ representation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: HBO

Books & works: The White Lotus, Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed, The Last of Us

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