In this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias, actor Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine joins us to talk about his powerful dual performances in Dexter: Resurrection (Showtime) and Smoke (Apple TV+). From his physical transformation—including shaving his eyebrows and dropping 40 pounds—for the role of Freddie Fasano, to stepping into the Dexter universe as Blessing Kamara, Ntare opens up about the emotional weight of his characters, navigating Hollywood post-strikes, and the impact of portraying two completely different roles at the same time.

🎙️ Highlights include:

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  His audition journey for Smoke

  
  


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  Working alongside Taron Egerton

  
  


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  The bond between Blessing and Dexter

  
  


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  His NYU acting roots shared with Michael C. Hall

  
  


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  A preview of his upcoming Hulu series Washington Black

  
  


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  And a personal story about his earliest role in Peter Pan

  
  

Don’t miss this in-depth and inspiring conversation with one of TV’s most versatile performers.

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