DeepSummary
The podcast episode is a conversation with actor Joseph Quinn, who rose to fame with his role as Eddie Munson in the Netflix series Stranger Things. He discusses his journey into acting, attending drama school, and early experiences working in theater and television before landing the life-changing role in Stranger Things. Quinn provides insights into his time on the Stranger Things set, working with the cast, and navigating the sudden fame that followed the show's success.
Quinn also talks about his recent and upcoming projects, including A Quiet Place: Day One, where he worked closely with Lupita Nyong'o, and the highly anticipated Gladiator 2 and Fantastic Four films. He shares his experiences working with renowned directors like Ridley Scott and the audition process for Fantastic Four. The conversation touches on Quinn's passions, including his love for cooking and his appreciation for various cuisines.
Throughout the interview, Quinn comes across as down-to-earth, humorous, and grateful for the opportunities his career has brought him. He reflects on the surreal nature of his newfound fame, the lessons he's learned along the way, and his desire to continue challenging himself as an actor while maintaining a sense of humility and openness to growth.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Joseph Quinn's breakout role as Eddie Munson in Stranger Things catapulted him to fame and opened doors for major projects like A Quiet Place: Day One, Gladiator 2, and Fantastic Four.
- Quinn's journey into acting involved attending drama school and gaining experience through theater, television, and film roles before his big break.
- He values the diverse range of experiences his career has provided and approaches each new project with a willingness to learn and grow.
- Despite his success, Quinn remains grounded and acknowledges the surreal nature of his newfound fame, embracing discomfort and vulnerability as part of the creative process.
- He has a profound appreciation for the art of acting and the collaborative efforts involved in creating something meaningful.
- Quinn maintains a sense of humor and self-awareness, poking fun at his own insecurities while expressing gratitude for the opportunities he has received.
- He is passionate about various aspects of his craft, including working with accomplished directors and actors, and exploring diverse roles across different mediums.
- Quinn's down-to-earth and insightful perspectives provide a refreshing and relatable glimpse into the life of a rising actor navigating the entertainment industry.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “It makes it all much funnier. Yeah.“ by Joseph Quinn
- “I think if you're fortunate enough to have a kind of a range in your career, whether it's like theater, tv, film, video games, whatever you pick up, it's like life. You learn from every experience.“ by Joseph Quinn
- “It's a very useful remedy and a very kind of applicable lesson in life generally, I find. I think.“ by Joseph Quinn
- “I would definitely be open to doing a play again, but only. Only if Olivia's there.“ by Joseph Quinn
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Episode Information
Happy Sad Confused
Big IP
7/1/24
2 years ago it's probably safe to say you didn't know who Joseph Quinn was. Now thanks to a scene stealing role as Eddie Munson in STRANGER THINGS, Joe is everywhere, starring in the new hit, A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE, and the upcoming films, GLADIATOR 2 and FANTASTIC FOUR. Here Joe and Josh talk about it all, plus why Joe gets so passionate talking about food.
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