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Nick Robinson and Juan Carlos Fresnadillo join Kyle Meredith to talk about the new Millie Bobby Brown-fronted Netflix film, Damsel. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The film tells the story of a dutiful damsel (Brown) who agrees to marry a handsome prince (Robinson), only to find that the royal family has actually recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt. Fresnadillo, the film's director, talks of flipping traditional fairytale storytelling upside down, working with the actors, and pulling off nearly half-hour-long shots of Brown. He also touches on how getting Lykke Li to cover Johnny Cash's "Ring of Fire" elevated the film to a new level.For his part, Robinson talks about his love for playing darker characters, as they challenge him to go in-depth into their motivations. He also talks of working with legendary actors like Robin Wright and what he learned from being on the set of History of the World Pt. II.Listen to Nick Robinson and Juan Carlos

Tom Payne joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his roles in Imaginary, Horizon: An American Saga, The Walking Dead, and more. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Speaking to the myriad of horror and horror-adjacent roles the actor has tackled, Payne dives into how the process of approaching scary or thrilling material differs from that of other genres. From the upcoming Blumhouse production Imaginary to his tenure on The Walking Dead, the actor has had to dial into his spooky side.As the focus shifts to his time on The Walking Dead, Payne reveals that he didn't want to become a zombie after his the death of his character. "I did not want to sit in makeup for hours and hours and wear a latex hood," he explains. "The guys and girls who play the walkers, they deserve medals, because they bake in the sun. They're in very uncomfortable positions, and they're wearing all this makeup, and have to get in earlier than us in the morning and leave later than us at nigh

Joe Keery joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the recent viral success of Djo’s "End of Beginning," which was originally included on their 2022 album Decide. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The actor/musician looks back on the success of the song on TikTok, how much he's grown in the two years that have passed, and how such reminiscing suits the song's themes. Nodding to the Annie Lennox classic "No More I Love Yous," the song plays with ideas of the past -- so, of course, it only took off once it was in the rearview mirror.Keery and Meredith also take a detour to chat about his work as an actor, from Marmalade to Fargo to Stranger Things. Of his iconic role in the latter, Keery expresses both gratitude and an excitement to move on to newer (perhaps even stranger) things.Listen to Keery talk about Decide and his acting career above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to dat

Crowded House’s Neil Finn catches up with Kyle Meredith to talk about the band's upcoming album Gravity Stairs, their second release since reuniting in 2020. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The songwriting legend measures the band's new material against their classic '80s and '90s work, explaining how they maintained a dreamy quality for the latest set. A goal for the new album in particular, though, was to be more lyrically direct, which lead Finn to work with his sons Liam and Elroy, as well as his brother (and former bandmate) Tim Finn.Such interests can be heard on the first single, "Oh Hi," which has ties to the charity So They Can, an organization focused on helping build schools in countries like Kenya and Tanzania.Listen to Finn talk about Crowded House's new album Gravity Stairs, their new song "Oh Hi," and more above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Avatar: The Last Airbender, now streaming on Netflix. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Lee discussing wanting to put his own stamp on the beloved character Iroh for the new live-action rendition of the classic animated series, intentionally taking from his own experiences rather than mimicking the original voice actors.Avatar: The Last Airbender isn't the only big-name franchise the actor has dipped his toe into, though, as he's also a part of the Star Wars universe, portraying Captain Carson Teva in The Madalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Ahsoka. As the conversation turns towards a galaxy far, far away, Lee speaks on rumors about whether or not he was contacted to be in the now-canceled Rangers of the New Republic.Listen to Lee talk about Avatar: The Last Airbender and Star Wars above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with

Jasmine Cephas Jones joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her new single, “Baby I Can’t Leave You,” and upcoming album, Phoenix. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The Hamilton actress dives into developing her own unique sound for the new project, an undertaking that led her to create an LP that represents one of the biggest transitional moments in her life, both musically and personally.While aiming for a sound of her own, she also felt compelled to pay homage to Erykah Badu, Prince, D'Angelo, and Stevie Wonder.Listen to Jones talk about her new single "Baby I Can't Leave You" above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Tecovas: http://www.tecovas.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Hauser drops by to talk with Kyle Meredith about his new album, Classic II, a sequel to his 2020 project that found the 2Cellos member reinterpreting a set of handpicked classical songs. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The artist explains the concept of the new album, how it connects to the previous installment, and the process of selecting which compositions would make the cut. He also gets into why he feels classical music has been able to endure in the current landscape of music, as well as why he feels it's particularly important that it does.Still, the world-renowned cellist does have a soft-spot for certain pop and rock artists. He's collaborated with several rock icons -- like U2 and Red Hot Chili Peppers -- and enjoys the ways the different schools of music intersect.Listen to Hauser talk about all this and more on YouTube above. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following t

Author Nadine Condon joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her book Confessions: Stories to Rock Your Soul, a memoir of her time as a publicist for Jefferson Starship. Listen to the new episode above, and make show your support for KMW by following and reviewing on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.The Jefferson Starship (and later, Starship) publicist's novel takes readers through her adventures and misadventures in the music industry, from the post-hippie era of the late '70s to the decadent '80s to the new discoveries of the '90s.Outside of Jefferson Airplane, Condon discusses helping launch the early careers of Beyoncé, Counting Crows, and several other bands with the showcases she would put on.Listen to Nadine Condon talk her new book Confessions: Stories to Rock Your Soul above, and get the book via Amazon. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence

Ross Lynch and Rocky Lynch drop by to talk with Kyle Meredith about the new singles from their project The Driver Era, including the just-released “Get Off My Phone.” Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Ross -- known for Austin and Ally, Teen Beach, and Chilling Adventures of Sabrina -- discusses how “Get Off My Phone" puts a contemporary spin on the classic breakup song.Elsewhere, the two give a peak behind the curtain and tease upcoming projects, divulging their pro-show playlist cuts and detailing a potential documentary. They also throw out that they might release as many as three albums this year. "The material is actually there," Ross says. "Rocky said [three albums] though, so if it doesn't come to fruition, blame Rocky."Listen to The Driver Era's Ross and Rocky Lynch talk their new single "Get Off My Phone" above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date

MGMT’s Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser catch up with Kyle Meredith to dig into their new album, Loss of Life. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The duo unravels embodying the album's title as a theme, challenging themselves to find new levels of vulnerability in their lyricism, and the bonkers origins of songs like "Bubbglegum Dog" and "Nothing Changes." They also dive into how songs like "Little Dark Age" have taken on a second life in recent years.Listen to MGMT's Andrew VanWyngarden and Ben Goldwasser talk their new album Loss of Life above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Tecovas: http://www.tecovas.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Malkovich joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the upcoming new Apple TV+ series, The New Look, which tells the story of life in Nazi-occupied France and post-WWII Europe through the lives of fashion icons Christian Dior and Coco Chanel. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Malkovich -- the legendary actor known for such roles as Being John Malkovich, Con Air, and Of Mice and Men -- portrays Lucien Lelong, a French couturier who was a mentor of Dior (among other iconic designers). He explains his role in the show, dives into how it delves into the compromises many people had to make in order to survive, and ultimately how choices during the time were rarely easy.Also teased is the actor's upcoming role in the Andrew Scott-led series, The Talented Mr. Ripley. The role is familiar to Malkovich, who played the titular character in 2002's Ripley's Game.Listen to John Malkovich talk The New Look above. You can also check out the show on Apple TV+ here. To keep up to date

Paloma Faith joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her new album, The Glorification of Sadness, which chronicles the stages of grief she faced while going through a divorce. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The English singer and actress reveals the emotional stories behind the albums songs, which feature such titles as "Eat Shit and Die." Reflecting back to the place that she was in during the creation of The Glorification of Sadness, Faith recalls warning her management of her fragile state, discovering that happiness is a ridiculous expectation, and the time her label asked how they could turn her pain into a commodity.In addition to diving into The Glorification of Sadness, Faith also teases her upcoming book, which is about being a woman in a post-feminist world.Listen to Paloma Faith talk The Glorification of Sadness above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with all our series

Kula Shaker frontman Crispian Mills joins Kyle Meredith to talk about Natural Magick, the new album from the English psychedelic rock band. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The frontman discusses bringing back the band’s original Hammond player, who spent his non-Kula Shaker years playing with Oasis and Oasis-offshoots. Then, when the conversation turns to the band of the 1960s, he gives his take on The Beatles' new and final song, "Now and Then." The singer also finds time to tease that he is working with Simon Pegg once again on the upcoming series Technicolor Time Machine.Listen to Crispian Mills chat Natural Magick above. To keep up to date with all the latest from Kyle Meredith With... follow on your favorite podcast platform; keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor 75 and use my code kmw50 for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPriv

Slow Pulp's Emily Massey joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the band's latest album Yard, their upcoming tour with Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service, and more. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.The frontwoman outlines how 2000s indie rock influenced the way they approached their sound, especially when it comes to the music from The O.C. Also influencing their sound is Americana, as Massey talks about how finding a Lucinda Williams CD moved their aural marker to more Americana pastures.Massey goes on to discuss how she deals with her doubts and anxieties as a front-person in a band, how watching The Beatles documentary recalibrated her definition of success, and what it means to be touring with Death Cab for Cutie and The Postal Service.Listen to Emily Massey talk Yard above or watch the interview below. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Networ

Daryl J. Johnson joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his role in the new film Self Reliance, the Hulu movie that's written and directed by, as well as starring, Jake Johnson. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Johnson chats about how he landed the role after the director saw him in an episode of Drunk History, and how being part of the series continues to get him recognized, especially by other celebrities. He also touches on if he would trust Andy Samberg if he pulled up in a limo, should such a situation ever present itself to him. The actor also discusses how being part of Ashton Kutcher’s Punk’d helped prepare him for some of the more outrageous moments in Self Reliance.Listen to Daryl J Johnsons chat Self Reliance above. The movie is now available on Hulu, and new subscribers of Hulu can get a 30-day trial by signing up here. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence P

Aldis Hodge joins Kyle Meredith to talk about his new film Marmalade, a Bonnie and Clyde-style crime romance. Listen to the new episode above, or wherever you get your podcasts.Hodge, known for Black Adam, Leverage, Straight Outta Compton, and more, explains how it was enjoyable to tackle something more comedic, as it contrasts the roles he’s used to playing.Hodge then discusses working opposite of co-star Joe Keery. "We just had a good time finding [a] balance while we were working together," he explains. "It was a lot of fun because he's taking crazy risks, and so am I."Listen to Aldis Hodge talk Marmalade. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor 75 and use my code kmw50 for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mary Timony joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her new album Untame the Tiger, her first solo effort in nearly 20 years. Listen to the new episode above, and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts.The Helium/Ex Hex indie legend speaks on why she wanted her new album to sound like a desert record, having Fairport Convention’s Dave Mattacks drum on it, and her feelings surrounding making the top 100 on Rolling Stone’s list of the greatest guitarists of all time.She also dives into how she suffered a breakup during the making of Untame the Tiger, as well as the tragic loss of both of her parents. Such an experience understandably led to her explore themes of loneliness and escape over the course of the new songs.Listen to Mary Timony talk Untame The Tiger above. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor 75 and use my

Natalie Morales joins Kyle Meredith to talk about her role in Jake Johnson’s Self Reliance. Listen to the new episode, and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts.Morales, who plays Johnson's ex-girlfriend in the film, discusses the wide range of genres Self Reliance takes from, as well as her friendship with the writer/director/star. She then finds time to tease her next film, My Dead Friend Zoe, which is executive produced by football star Travis Kelce.She also digs into how she feels Millennials haven't gotten enough opportunity to direct, citing Everything Everywhere All at Once directors Daniel Kwan, Daniel Scheinert as proof that, contrary to what some may think, there's an audience for Millennial-created media.Listen to Natalie Morales talk Self Reliance. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor

Wayne Kramer, co-founder, guitarist, and singer of the influential Detroit rock band MC5, passed away on we Friday, February 2nd. In honor of of the punk legend’s memory, we’re re-releasing Kramer’s 2018 interview on Kyle Meredith With.In conversation with host Kyle Meredith, Kramer spoke about his memoir The Hard Stuff, his experiences in jail and with law enforcement, and the realities of Detroit in the late ’60s. Kramer also touched on his nonprofit, Jail Guitar Doors, and detailed his band with Mike Doughty, By Rocket.Please follow and review Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor 75 and use my code kmw50 for a great deal: https://www.factor75.com/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Argylle director Matthew Vaughn joins Kyle Meredith to talk about the new film, which boasts an incredible ensemble cast of Henry Cavill, Sam Rockwell, Bryan Cranston, Catherine O'Hara, Dua Lipa, John Cena, Samuel L. Jackson, and more. Listen to the new episode above, and don't forget to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts.In addition to on-set stories, Vaughn tells the tale of how he cleared the rights to use The Beatles' "Now and Then" a year before it was even known to exist to the public. "Over a year and a half ago... I said, 'I'm really struggling to find what I call the romantic song of the movie, 'cause I need it to be sad, but hopeful...' [Giles Martin] said 'do you want to hear a new Beatles song?'"Listen to Matthew Vaugn talk Argyle above. You can also follow Kyle Meredith With... on your favorite podcast platform, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.Our Sponsors:* Chec