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Truest Blood sinks its teeth into HBO’s original series True Blood to uncover true stories from set. Join True Blood co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they head back to the streets of Bon Temps to discuss the episodes, the blood — both fake and real — and all the sexy bites in between. Watch all of True Blood on Max.
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Special guest (and adored shapeshifter) Janina Gavankar joins Deborah and Kristin this week for a momentous live episode of Truest Blood! They discuss favorite moments, spill everything about creating the podcast, and answer burning questions from fans. This live episode was recorded at the Paley Center of Media NYC for PaleyWKND on October 2nd, 2022.
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During this finale week, Deborah and Kristin break down the climax of season two “Beyond Here Lies Nothin’” written by Alexander Woo and directed by Michael Cuesta, examining the dramatic wedding for a maenad. They discuss how the show weaves in maenad mythology and speak to Maenad Maryann herself, the dazzling Michelle Forbes. Thank you for listening, Trubies!
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1Long live the Queen! This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss royalty, ornithology, and the joys of working with teacup humans (aka children) in “Frenzy” written by Alan Ball and directed by Daniel Minahan. And the extraordinary Rutina Wesley sits down to share everything that went into creating the beloved Tara Thorton.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “New World In My View” written by Kate Barnow and directed by Adam Davidson, highlighting all the incredible work of the ensemble creating a new world in Bon Temps. And the unforgettable Jim Parrack joins to reminisce on the whirlwind romance of Hoyt and Jessica.
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This week, a final goodbye is absolutely heartbreaking. Deborah and Kristin discuss “I Will Rise Up,” written by Nancy Oliver and directed by Scott Winant, looking at how some relationship bonds are healed, some are broken, and others are lost forever. And the faultless Allan Hyde joins from across the pond to share about his riveting work as Godric.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Timebomb”, written by Alexander Woo and directed by John Dahl, examining the radical act of peace of a 2000-year old vampire and the rules of vampire regeneration. They also sit down with the marvelous Michael McMillian who shares how our dear reverend Steve Newlin came to be.
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The truth will set you free. This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss “Release Me,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Michael Ruscio, delving into how our characters are trapped, both emotionally and physically. Also, Mariana Klaveno sits down to spill all the stories behind playing the infamous Lorena.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Hard-Hearted Hannah,” written by Brian Buckner and directed by Michael Lehmann, exploring if ignorance really is bliss for our characters and how the truth just might hurt. And Ashley Jones, our sweet shape-shifting Daphne Landry, joins to share all about her character’s shocking twist.
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A dirty mind is a terrible thing to waste. This week, Deborah and Kristin break down “Never Let Me Go”, written by Nancy Oliver and directed by John Dahl, exploring how the women of Bon Temps own their sexual power. And they reminisce with Anna Camp, discussing all things Sarah Newlin from her big hair to her infamous “holy” scene.
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This week, it’s all about the art of observation. Deborah and Kristin discuss “Shake and Fingerpop”, written by Allan Ball and directed by Michael Lehmann. They sit down with lead camera operator Simon Jayes, who shares all about the wild life behind a True Blood camera. And they also dive deep with cinematographer Romeo Tirone to understand the keen eyes behind creating the right mood of a scene through perfect lighting and camera movement.
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And seem a saint, when most I play the devil. In this third episode, Deborah and Kristin break down “Scratches,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Scott Winant. They analyze where our characters fall on the blurred lines of “good” and “evil.” And writer Raelle Tucker speaks on her inspiration for writing True Blood episodes and her background that informs some of the season’s main players.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin analyze “Keep This Party Going,” written by Brian Buckner and directed by Michael Lehmann. They observe how our dear denizens of Bon Temps, try as they might, just can’t outrun their pasts. And they sit down with director Michael Lehmann to share the process of bringing True Blood episodes to life.
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In this premiere episode of season two, Deborah and Kristin break down “Nothing But the Blood,” written by Alex Woo and directed by Daniel Minahan. They discuss the idea of found family amongst our characters and speak to a very special member of the True Blood bloodline – Bill Compton himself, Stephen Moyer!
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During this finale week, Deborah and Kristin wrap up season 1 discussing episode 12 “You’ll Be the Death of Me,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Alan Ball. They examine all the second chances presented to our heroes, and their new beginnings. They also round out the season diving into the secrets behind fangs and sit down with the show’s incomparable showrunner, Alan Ball. Thank you for listening, Trubies! Y’all come back now ya hear!
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In this penultimate episode of season 1, Deborah and Kristin break down episode 11 “To Love is to Bury,” written and directed by Nancy Oliver. They explore what everyone is willing to overlook in the name of love and take a closer look at newborn vampires. They also sit a spell with the talented Michael Raymond James, who portrays Rene Lenier, our hard working family man … with a deadly pastime.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin groove to the rhythm of episode 10 “I Don’t Wanna Know,” written by Chris Offut and directed by Scott Winant. They discuss the hard truths that the Bon Temps residents have to face as plot lines come to a head. They also sit down with the Bon Temps bar owner himself, Sam Trammell, who discusses what makes Sam Merlotte such an enticing mystery man.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin dig into the minds of the dangerous denizens involved in all the Bon Temps drama of episode 9 “Plaisir D’Amour,” written by Brian Buckner and directed by Anthony Hemingway. They speak with Carrie Preston, who plays Arlene Fowler, to get the human perspective amongst all the supernatural. And they also hear from special effects foreman, Michael Arbogast, who shares his insight into all the blood.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin break down episode eight “Fourth Man in the Fire,” written by Alex Woo and directed by Michael Lehman. They dive deep into a state of delusion and analyze our characters’ deeply rooted fantasies. They also speak with everyone’s favorite “non-cool” vampire, Stephen Root, to discuss all things Eddie Fournier.
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This week, Deborah and Kristin look at episode seven “Burning House of Love,” written by Chris Offutt and directed by Marcos Siega. They examine how the power of belief can influence someone’s life and witness a backwoods exorcism. And they also sit down with the exorcist herself, Aisha Hinds, to spill all the details on her experience playing Miss Jeanette.
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Emotional pie, emotional pie, emotional pie. This week, Deborah and Kristin discuss episode six “Cold Ground,” written by Raelle Tucker and directed by Nick Gomez. Following the death in the previous episode, they analyze how the different characters of Bon Temps deal with loss, and look at how food plays a role throughout the episode. They also speak with the spectacular Adina Porter about her experience bringing Lettie Mae to life.
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Amazing show- when are we getting season 3??? come on guys we miss you
I just finished, again, True Blood! Bravo!
Why does have to be, just 1 podcast a week? Why not 2 or 3?
I have started watching True Blood again since listening to this podcast.
Looking forward to this. loved the show.
where is this now? moved twice and still no episodes
Is this still happening?
can't wait to hear the episodes. I've missed True Blood so bad. this will be awesome!