Off Camera with Sam Jones - Season 9

John brings candor and wit to our Off Cameraconversation. We discuss why "everything is on the page" with the Coen brothers, howRoseannecame back after a 21-year hiatus, why John looked for trouble in Central Park, and how the movieAnimal Housewas a terrible influence on him.

Zach joins Off Camerato discuss the strange characters who influenced his childhood, why Jared is a bit more like Zach than he would like to admit, how it's possible that he was cursed by his Wiccan piano teacher, and why he starts everyday with a "death prayer."

Join my Off Camera conversation with Mae as we discuss why she's stalking Taylor Kitsch (a.k.a. Tim Riggins of Friday Night Lights), how a career in acting is really a test of endurance, and why she fears she might be a "secret monster."

Josh joins Off Camerato explain why every creative life requires taking risks, why mistakes are always welcome at Radnor & Lee shows, and why he would make a pretty good defense attorney.

Jason joins Off Camera to discuss the moment he discovered that he was a songwriter, how there's no such thing as writer's block, and why it's cool to walk around with his pants down (emotionally, that is).

John joins Off Camera to discuss mining his life for comedy, why the best approach in life is one without expectations, and why we all need a little bit of Street Smarts in our lives.

Peter joins Off Camera to discuss discovering acting, why playing a character who is too familiar is terrifying, how the baritone horn became the source of his teenage rebellion, and what it's like to be a hero to funeral directors nationwide.

Natasha joins Off Camera to discuss why comedians make the best company, why public transportation can be a comedy goldmine, and why nothing is sacred when you're in a relationship with a comedian.

Sarah joins Off Camera to discuss why being an actor (or a person, for that matter) is not for the faint of heart, what's behind her decision not to watch her own performances, and why you'd better not fall asleep on a plane!

Rachel joins Off Camera to discuss why it's so difficult to teach art, the depths she'll go to research and mine a character, and what really happens between chapter 3 and chapter 4.

Alison joins Off Camera to discuss how the stunts on GLOW are real and really dangerous, how dealing with sexual harassment in character forced her to come to terms with her own #MeToo experiences, and what to do when you are acting with Meryl Streep. Hint: Keep your mouth shut and try to steal all her tricks!

Keri joins Off Camera to discuss the creepy factor of being a child actor, what makes her Americans‘ character Elizabeth so unique, and how taking her favorite disguises from the show out for a spin can give her a taste of the simple life.

Betty joins Off Camera to discuss why her brain resembles a Pixar movie, what "monster soup" is and why it's so important to her, the emotional and physical break down that changed her life, and what it really feels like to be an actress. Like, really, honestly, what it feels like.

Rose joins Off Camera to discuss her extreme fear of public speaking, how following her intuition serves her well as an actor, and how potato chips can ruin an otherwise perfectly good performance.

Chris tells me about that epiphany and much more when he joins Off Camera to talk about the moment he discovered he was into the "drama weirdos," why tragedy is an essential element of comedy, and the proper way to speak pirate (Hint: It's not "Oo-argh!").

Awkwafina joins Off Camera to talk about embracing the responsibility that comes with being an Asian-American actor in Hollywood, discovering her comedic talents post personal tragedy, and why Margaret Cho is her spirit animal.

Uzo joins Off Camera to explain why she's so protective of her character Suzanne, how her mom perfected the art of Miyagi-ing, and why acting is really just like skydiving.

Paul joins Off Camera to talk about the humiliating moment that led him to give up acting in favor of directing, the key to making a successful comedy, and why he hates questions that start with "Why…?"

Chris joins Off Camerat o talk about feeling like an outsider, living a real-life actor's nightmare, and the benefits of watching Chinatown over and over and over again.

Elizabeth joins Off Camera to talk about the biggest lesson she's learned from her family, why she may be one of the few actors who likes to audition, and why she's the most Zen type A person you'll ever meet.