Jim True-Frost

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  1. “The Redheaded Stepchild” (with Wendell Pierce and Andre Royo)

    2022. 06. 16.

    “The Redheaded Stepchild” (with Wendell Pierce and Andre Royo)

    Casting director Alexa Fogel explains how tricky it was to cast one of The Wire’s lead characters, Jimmy McNulty. We hear from Dominic West, Wendell Pierce, and Andre Royo about scoring their roles and the unique prep work they did to ace their performances. Domenick Lombardozzi and Jim True-Frost weigh in on the precarious nature of the show, which often felt like it was on the verge of cancellation. Producers Karen Thorson and Nina Noble round out the episode with memories of executive producer Bob Colesberry, who passed away unexpectedly between seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37분
  2. “What Are All These Kids Doing Here?” (with Idris Elba and Jermaine Crawford)

    2022. 07. 14.

    “What Are All These Kids Doing Here?” (with Idris Elba and Jermaine Crawford)

    The Wire boldly wiped its slate clean in Season 3, rerouting the show moving forward. Idris Elba discusses the slow dissolution of Stringer Bell and Avon Barksdale's relationship and The Wire's use of humor. Then host Method Man goes deep on what many people consider The Wire's best season: Season 4. Jermaine Crawford recalls the pleasures and pains of playing Dukie, Alexa Fogel explains the challenge of casting child actors, and both Ed Burns and Jim True-Frost reflect on their portrayal of the Baltimore public education system. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    46분
  3. "A Dysfunctional Family" (with Dominic West and Clarke Peters)

    2022. 06. 30.

    "A Dysfunctional Family" (with Dominic West and Clarke Peters)

    The Wire has historically been known for its tight-knit family environment behind the scenes. Executive producer Nina Noble attributes their bond to the show's underdog status. Domenick Lombardozzi, Dominic West, JD Williams, and Andre Royo join The Wire at 20 to talk about the frat house environment they cultivated. Next, Karen Thorson and Jim True-Frost recall renting rooms in Clarke Peters's home, a more mature space that he called "The Academy." Finally, Nina, Wendell Pierce, and Dominic remember how the team staged an intervention for Dominic after his enthusiasm lapsed during Season 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    32분
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