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Truest Blood

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.

Episodes

Thank You

In this finale episode of the series, Deborah and Kristin honor the show’s number one — Anna Paquin. They recall experiencing her fearless portrayal of Sookie Stackhouse up close and what she was like as a leader on set. Other cast and crew also share their favorite moments of the show. Thank you to all of the Truebies who have listened and have supported Truest Blood from the very beginning! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 20251 hr 3 min

Season 7 Overview with Lauren Bowles

For the last season breakdown, Deborah and Kristin are joined by actor Lauren Bowles who played Bon Temps’s resident Wiccan waitress, Holly Clearly. Together, they dissect the season’s most controversial moments, share hilarious behind-the-scene memories, and reminisce about their last days on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 20251 hr 9 min

Bat Shit Crazy with Karolina Wydra

This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome actor Karolina Wydra, the stunning force who brought the mysterious, intimidating, and a little bit possessive vampire Violet to life. She spills on stepping into such a dynamic character, finding Violet’s wardrobe, and her epic dungeon demise. They also share insight into a typical day on the True Blood set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 03, 20251 hr

Man Behind the Collar with Gregg Daniel

Jesus gonna be here! This week, Deborah and Kristin speak with the man behind the collar of Reverend Daniel, Gregg Daniel. He recounts finding the persona of the reverend and his epic monologue that deeply moved everyone. Dan Caplan, storyboard artist of True Blood, also joins to share how his role helped bring directors’ visions of the show to life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 24, 202554 min

The Beginning of the End with Brian Buckner

There is no better person to kick off the last season with than season 7 show runner, Brian Buckner. Deborah and Kristin jump into a recap of all the season happenings and Brian shares his insight into what was going on behind-the-scenes. He shares what it was like to take over as show runner and how it felt to steer True Blood in its final episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 17, 20251 hr 7 min

Coming Soon: Season 7

Come back to Bon Temp for one last ride! Join co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they dive into the final season of True Blood. They’ll discuss all your favorite season 7 moments, chat with some of the season’s key players, and touch on those controversial deaths. Cap off your V-day weekend on February 17th as we sink our fangs into the series bite by bite…for the final time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 10, 20251 min

Pam & Eric Reunited with Alexander Skarsgård

In this finale episode, the sweetest reunion of maker and progeny occurs! Deborah and Kristin welcome Alexander Skarsgård, who played the cool and collected Eric Northman. He reflects on finding Eric’s look (the wig is discussed!) and voice, filming the epic flashback scenes, and his time fostering the Eric and Pam relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 09, 202459 min

Season 6 Overview with Tara Buck

This week, Deborah and Kristin are joined by Tara Buck who played the iconic screaming Ginger for the full season 6 breakdown! Together, they dissect the season highlights, share their favorite moments, and reminisce on behind-the-scenes memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 02, 20241 hr 12 min

Inside the True Blood Writer’s Room with Angela Robinson

On this episode, Deborah and Kristin talk with the talented executive producer and writer Angela Robinson. They discuss what it was like pitching her first story idea, the intensity of a True Blood writers’ room, and having the freedom to create alongside the incredible cast and crew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 25, 202459 min

There’s a New Sheriff in Town with Chris Bauer

This week, Deborah and Kristin chat with Bon Temp’s favorite sheriff — Chris Bauer who played the hilarious Andy Bellefleur. They touch on how Andy’s addiction storyline paralleled Chris’s own life, representing the audience’s thoughts through Andy, and being a part of the brilliant Merlotte’s human crew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 18, 202457 min

We Love You, Jason Stackhouse with Ryan Kwanten

To jump start season 6, Deborah and Kristin are joined by one of their top five favorite actors/characters from the show — Ryan Kwanten who played the lovable Jason Stackhouse! They dive into everything from Jason’s physicality, finding the character beyond his looks, and playing one of the lasting humans of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 11, 202454 min

Salome, Oh Salome with Valentina Cervi

On this episode, Deborah and Kristin wrap up season 5 recounting Sookie’s life over the season’s full 11 days. And they are also joined by the baddest of bad girls, Valentina Cervi. They dive into the details behind creating Salome Agrippa and her wildly memorable arc as the season’s fierce antagonist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 04, 202452 min

Season 5 Overview with Janina Gavankar

This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome Janina Gavankar who played the bold shapeshifting Luna Garza for the full season 5 breakdown! Together, they dive into their favorite moments, season highlights, and share behind-the-scenes stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 20241 hr 11 min

Women Behaving Badly with Lucy Griffiths

On this episode, Deborah and Kristin chat with the mesmerizing Lucy Griffiths who played vampire Nora Gainesborough! She shares her experience joining as the new girl, developing Nora into the Lilith worshipping zealot, and filming her death scene. Deborah and Kristin also dive into the lore of mythology’s most infamous “bad girls”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 21, 202456 min

The Authority Has Arrived with Chris Meloni

This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome the leader of the almighty Authority, Chris Meloni who played the presidential Roman Zimojic. He shares all the bloody secrets filming in the Authority lair and what scene had him laughing hysterically. Deborah and Kristin also give us insight into the incredible CGI artistry on True Blood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 14, 202456 min

A Wolfy Welcome with Joe Manganiello

In this inaugural episode, Deborah and Kristin give us an epic overview of all the happenings of season 5. They also sit down with everyone’s favorite werewolf Alcide Herveaux, played by the wonderful Joe Manganiello. He shares his story of joining the established cast and how he changed the tide for Alcide by bucking the friendship storyline originally laid out and leaning into being a romantic interest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 07, 20241 hr 8 min

Coming Soon: Season 5 & 6

Guess who’s back?! Join co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they dive back into Bon Temps, covering seasons 5 & 6. They’ll break down the major highlights from these seasons and speak to some of your favorite actors from the show. Be sure to subscribe and join us on October 7th for the first bite into the season. Listen to Truest Blood wherever you get your podcasts. See y’all real soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 30, 20241 min

Witchy Woman with Fiona Shaw

In this finale episode, Deborah and Kristin sit down with the inimitable Fiona Show who portrayed wiccan coven leader Marnie Stonebrook. She shares all the details behind her experience embodying a powerful medium and joining the series as season 4’s main antagonist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 15, 202443 min

Season 4 and All the Lore

This week, Deborah and Kristin are strolling down memory lane of season 4, sharing all their favorite moments, personal highlights and behind the scenes stories. They also deep dive into the myths and lore behind vampire origins and other fantastic creatures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 08, 20241 hr 3 min

Politics and Prosthetics with Jessica Tuck

On this episode, Deborah and Kristin welcome Jessica Tuck who portrayed badass American Vampire League spokeswoman and undercover Authority spy Nan Flanagan. She shares her wild journey going from recurring character to season regular and discusses how she found the all the layers beneath Nan’s tough exterior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 01, 202451 min

Magic of the Mind with Kevin Alejandro

This week, Deborah and Kristin conjure up a magical conversation with Kevin Alejandro, who delivered an inspiring performance as the witch, Jesus Velasquez. He sheds light on his familial ties to magic itself and describes what it was like creating the heart-wrenching love story of Jesus and Lafayette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 202449 min

A New Year, A New You with Scott Winant

Deborah and Kristin are launching the Season 4 review with a conversation featuring one of show’s finest directors, Scott Winant! In this episode, he provides valuable insights into the highlights and challenges of overseeing a production like True Blood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 18, 20241 hr 3 min

The Animal Side with Brit Morgan

Deborah and Kristin wrap up season 3 by welcoming their first werewolf! Brit Morgan bares her fangs and shares all about her experience playing troubled werewolf Debbie Pelt and what it’s like working with animal co-stars. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202453 min

Season 3 and an Actor Prepares

This week, Deborah and Kristin are letting you in on their perspective shooting season 3. They cover everything from their favorite moments, personal highlights, and how they prepare as actors before stepping on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 04, 202459 min

It’s Good To Be Bad with Denis O’Hare

On this episode, Deborah and Kristin are talking about villains! And not just any villain, the bad boy of season 3 King Russell Edgington, the Vampire King of Mississippi. The phenomenal Denis O’Hare is here to spill all the royal secrets behind his portrayal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 26, 202454 min

The True Blood Aesthetic with Audrey Fisher

This week, it’s all about fashion! Deborah and Kristin sit down with Audrey Fisher, the show’s costume designer for all seven seasons. As the artistic mind behind every piece of clothing you saw on screen, she has all the ornate details behind creating your characters’ favorite looks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 19, 20241 hr 2 min

Monsterpalooza LIVE! with Todd Lowe

In the inaugural episode of the season, Deb and Kristin, alongside guest host Janina Gavankar, welcome actor Todd Lowe, who played the beloved Terry Bellefleur to dive into season 3. This episode was recorded live at Monsterpalooza in Pasadena, CA and features questions from True Blood fans themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 12, 202456 min

Coming Soon: Seasons 3 & 4

Get your V-Day week started off right. Join co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer on February 12th as they continue to explore the True Blood universe, introducing the world of werewolves, witches, and vampire royalty. This time around, they’ll be sharing the magic behind seasons 3 and 4 bite by bite with the people who made it. Listen to Truest Blood on Max or wherever you get your podcasts. See y’all real soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 05, 20241 min

Truest Blood Live at PaleyWKND!

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 03, 202355 minSeason 2Ep. 13

“Beyond Here Lies Nothin’” with Michelle Forbes

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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 19, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 12
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