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Zoe Saldaña joins the show to talk about her role in Jacques Audiard’s new film, Emilia Pérez. Saldaña plays Rita – a Mexican lawyer who is offered an unusual job to help a notorious cartel boss retire and transition into living as a woman, fulfilling a life-long desire.  Saldaña recalls being inspired by Audiard’s work as a teenager, explains that playing Rita allowed her to combine her favorite artistic mediums and fully immerse herself within an acting experience, and reacts to the overwhelming public reception that the film has received so far.  She also reflects on her childhood, describes how ballet provided her with a much-needed escape from every-day life, discusses how her early acting experiences in films like Center Stage, Crossroads, and Drumline shaped the kinds of roles she wanted to pursue, and speaks candidly about handling roadblocks throughout her career. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Keri Russell joins the show to talk about the second season of The Diplomat. Russell reprises her role as Ambassador Kate Wyler, who must piece together the truth after her world is shattered by a deadly explosion in the heart of London. Russell digs into the dynamic between Kate and her husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) by explaining why their relationship is the glue of the show, shares why she was nervous to meet Allison Janney (who joins the cast as Vice President Grace Penn), and recounts the cast's reaction to learning about the season's bombshell ending during a table read. She also reflects on how being a middle child affected her temperament, jokes about her daughter's reaction to watching Felicity for the first time, and explains why there is nothing better than riding her bike home from set during the early hours of the morning. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Martha Stewart joins the show to talk about R.J. Cutler's new documentary, Martha. Told in her own words through intimate interviews, never-before-seen photos, letters, and diary entries, the documentary charts the unstoppable rise, sudden fall, and hard-won comeback of the self-made icon. Stewart provides additional insight on key career moments that are covered in the documentary, breaks down a few of her favorite mottos, and explains the importance of personal evolution. She also reflects on the essential role her parents played in shaping the person she is today, discusses her friendship with Snoop Dogg, and offers advice to anyone who is starting out on their entrepreneurial journey. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

This week, Krista brings back her 2020 conversation with Adam Driver. The pair discuss the benefit of working with friends, why problem-solving is the best part of the filmmaking process, and Driver's foundation, Arts in the Armed Forces, which brings the theater to a military audience. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Anna Kendrick joins the show to talk about her directorial debut, Woman of the Hour. The film is a tense thriller based on the true story of a woman (Anna Kendrick) who reluctantly makes an appearance on the popular 1970s show The Dating Game, and chooses a bachelor (Daniel Zovatto) who turns out to be a prolific serial killer. Kendrick explains how she ended up pitching herself as the film's director, speaks candidly about what it was like to be on the other side of the casting process, and describes how she found her voice on set. She also reflects on her days traveling from Portland, Maine to New York City with her brother to attend auditions as a kid, discusses how her early experiences working on a wide range of sets informed her perception of fame, and contemplates taking on more musical roles in the future. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

This week, Krista brings back her 2019 interview with Laura Dern. Dern talks about growing up on film sets in 70s Los Angeles, reflects on the arc of her career, and discusses how she's seen the experience of women in the industry evolve. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Creator and Writer Erin Foster and Executive Producer Sara Foster join the show to talk about Nobody Wants This, a comedy centered on the unlikely relationship between an outspoken, agnostic woman, Joanne (Kristen Bell), and an unconventional rabbi, Noah (Adam Brody).  The sisters share how Erin's experience dating her now-husband Simon, who is Jewish, inspired the series, pinpoint where things turn from fact to fiction, and discuss the advantages and challenges of shooting on location in Los Angeles.  The pair also reflect on their childhood, break down how their personal and professional relationship has evolved over the years, and talk about carving their path through Hollywood. Plus, they dig into their unexpected decision to become creative directors of Bumble in 2017, discuss creating their fashion brand, Favorite Daughter, during the pandemic, and share a few lessons on trusting your instincts and avoiding the pitfalls of "hustle culture." Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Will Ferrell and Harper Steele join the show to talk about their new documentary, Will & Harper, which chronicles a 17-day cross-country road trip the pair decided to take after Steele came out to her friends and family as a trans woman. The pair discuss how the idea behind the documentary took form, reflect on one of the most emotionally intense moments they experienced on the road (which takes place in a Texas steakhouse), and break down their road trip music choices.  Ferrell and Steele also recount how they became friends after joining Saturday Night Live during the same week in 1995, share how growing up in quiet hometowns influenced their interest in comedy, and dig into family dynamics. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Krista ushers in a new chapter by sharing a few highlights from her summer and revealing the question she'll be asking all of her guests in season 9.

Krista bids farewell to season 8 with a few of her favorite quotes. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

A few months ago, Krista sat down separately with Andrew Scott and Dakota Fanning to talk about their roles as Tom Ripley and Marge Sherwood in Steven Zaillian’s Ripley. Based on Patricia Highsmith’s bestselling “Tom Ripley” novels, the limited series follows Tom – a grifter scraping by in early 1960s New York – who is hired by a wealthy man to travel to Italy in order to convince his vagabond son to return home. His acceptance of the job is the first step into a complex life of deceit, fraud and murder.  Pulled from a recent panel, this episode dives deeper into the series by exploring the experiences of Scott, Fanning, and Johnny Flynn (who plays Dickie Greenleaf). To check out a full version of this conversation, visit Netflix’s official FYSEE TV website. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

A few weeks ago, Sofía Vergara sat down at the Netflix FYSEE space to reflect on her journey bringing Griselda to the screen. The limited series is a fictionalized dramatization inspired by the life of the savvy and ambitious Griselda Blanco (Vergara), who created one of the most powerful cartels in history. Set in 1970s-80s Miami, Blanco’s lethal blend of unsuspected savagery and charm helps her expertly navigate between business and family, leading her to become widely known as “the Godmother." Vergara (who also executive produced the series) gives a performance that is dark and powerful, yet still vulnerable – resulting in a captivating viewing experience. To check out a full version of this conversation, visit Netflix’s official FYSEE TV website. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Glen Powell joins the show to talk about Hit Man, which he co-wrote and co-produced alongside the film's director, Richard Linklater. Powell stars as Gary -- a straight-laced professor who discovers his hidden talent as a fake hit man. But when one of his clients steals his heart, it ignites a powder keg of deception, delight, and mixed-up identities. Powell digs into his long-running creative relationship with Linklater, describes what it was like to develop Hit Man's colorful cast of characters, and reflects on meeting and working with his co-star Adria Arjona. He also explains how he fell in love with movies and musical theatre while growing up in Austin, Texas, breaks down his biggest career milestones, and gives a play-by-play of his Longhorns game day routine.  Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

This week, Krista brings back her 2021 interview with Dakota Johnson. In this conversation, Johnson shares her perspective on the industry, describes how she navigates her own fears (which threaten to overwhelm her at times), and talks about her future ambitions. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

This week, Krista brings back her 2020 interview with comedian, actress, writer, and producer Michelle Buteau. At the time of this conversation, Buteau had just released her comedy special, Welcome to Buteaupia, and was on a non-stop run of projects -- hosting The Circle, appearing in films like Always Be My Maybe, and in TV shows like First Wives Club and Tales of the City. She was also just a few months away from publishing her autobiographical book of essays, Survival of the Thickest.  Cut to 2024, and Buteau has turned that book into a hit Netflix series by the same name. She's also expanded her hosting resume, adding two seasons of Barbecue Showdown to her list. In this interview, Buteau takes us back to the very beginning of her comedy career and talks about the challenges she faced along the way. She reveals when she feels most vulnerable on stage, how her parents felt about her pursuing her passion, and some of the unsolicited advice she’s received from her audiences. She also shares her advice for young comedians starting out, and what she’s learned by observing the extraordinary group of women she’s worked with in her career to date. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Theo James joins the show to discuss his role in Guy Ritchie's series, The Gentlemen. James plays Eddie Horniman, an aristocrat who inherits his family estate only to discover that it's home to an enormous weed empire run by a dangerous group of proprietors. James reflects on being inspired by Ritchie's films as a teenager, describes the aspects of The Gentlemen that drew him to the series, explains how he adapted to the fast-paced environment that Ritchie creates on set, and shares what it was like to work alongside his co-stars Kaya Scodelario and Daniel Ings.  James also talks about his early interests in music and comedy, describes how he tried not to fanboy over Michael Imperioli on the set of The White Lotus, and shares a few of his biggest artistic inspirations.   Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Richard Gadd joins the show to talk about his new limited series, Baby Reindeer. Based on his award-winning autobiographical one-man play by the same name, the series follows a struggling comedian named Donny (Gadd), whose warped relationship with his female stalker ultimately forces him to face a deeply buried trauma.  Gadd describes throwing himself wholeheartedly into creating the series – from writing its seven episodes to preparing mentally and physically to play Donny. He also digs into the process of casting Jessica Gunning as Martha, unpacks the show's final scene, and shares a few of the surprising reactions he's received from viewers so far. Gadd also explains how being cast as Macbeth in his school play inspired him to pursue performing, recounts the intense moments leading up to his one-man show Monkey See Monkey Do at the 2016 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and describes how the music of The Pogues has served as the soundtrack to his life.  Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

David Beckham joins the show to talk about BECKHAM, Fisher Stevens' four-part docuseries that traces his rise from humble beginnings to international soccer superstar. Through interviews with those closest to him, BECKHAM offers a personal and definitive story of one of the most recognizable and scrutinized athletes of all time.  In this conversation, Beckham reflects on the world's reaction to the docuseries, walks us through a few of his favorite moments from filming, and speaks candidly about the difficulties of opening up on camera.   He also digs the joys and challenges of parenthood, discusses his favorite ways to spend time in Miami (he co-owns Inter Miami CF) versus in the English countryside, and shares his aspirations for the future. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

This week, Krista takes a look back at her conversation with Keri Russell. A the time, Russell had wrapped up work on season 1 of The Diplomat. Russell's performance as the career diplomat Kate Wyler would go on to earn her numerous accolades, including an Emmy and a Golden Globe nomination. In this episode, Russell explains why she immediately said yes to the part despite the logistical challenges it would require, digs into what she loves about Kate's incredibly nuanced character, and describes what it was like simultaneously working as an executive producer on the series. She also shares her 11-year-old daughter's hot take on her beloved series Felicity, discusses her long-standing creative relationship with J.J. Abrams, and recounts a few memorable times when fans recognized her on the street. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

Krista takes a deep dive into the career of filmmaker Zack Snyder and shares how that journey led to his latest undertaking, Rebel Moon - Part 2: The Scargiver. This second film in the Rebel Moon franchise continues to expand the sci-fi universe that was introduced to audiences with Rebel Moon - Part 1: A Child of Fire. The pair talk about Snyder's life-long love of photography, examine the films that inspired him growing up, and discuss his experience attending ArtCenter College of Design, in Pasadena, California (where the idea behind Rebel Moon first started to form). Snyder also digs into the unique logistical challenges that Rebel Moon - Part 1 and Rebel Moon - Part 2 presented, explains what it was like to direct Sofia Boutella through the films' epic action sequences, and shares what he loves about collaborating with his wife (and Rebel Moon's producer) Deborah Snyder. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.