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The Screenster Podcast

The Screenster Podcast takes a closer look at the film and television world through the lens of industry insiders. Host and actress Georgie Grier talks to her guests about their careers, the highs and lows of this business and the good stuff on our screens.
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Episodes

Playing Ian in 'One Day' on Netflix and more! with Jonny Weldon

Actor Jonny Weldon, who plays Ian in the recent hit TV show 'One Day' on Netflix, joins Georgie on the podcast! Georgie asks Jonny more about his time filming and they dissect what it is that's so magical about the storyline and characters. Jonny also chats about the funny videos that he started posting online in lockdown, working on stage when he was younger and what other shows he enjoys watching.

Feb 22, 202449 min

'Sunsets' at Seven Dials Playhouse until 30th September - Bonus Episode

My one woman play, 'Sunsets', is at Seven Dials Playhouse until 30th September. I'll be performing it each night at 7.30pm and it would be lovely to have you there. The show is about romantic comedies, podcasts and more. For tickets, head to Seven Dials Playhouse's website! https://www.sevendialsplayhouse.co.uk/shows/sunsets

Sep 26, 20233 min

'Sunsets' & 'Mr Sister' at Omnibus Theatre with Holly and Brooke are Hooked

Georgie is performing her romantic comedy one woman play, 'Sunsets', at Omnibus Theatre in Clapham TONIGHT (20th July) and TOMORROW (21st July) at 8.30pm. And before this tonight, there will be a performance of 'Mr Sister' at 7pm with Holly Kellingray and Brooke Jones, AKA Holly and Brooke are Hooked. You can watch Holly and Brooke's videos on Instagram and TikTok and, like Georgie, they are heading up to Edinburgh Fringe for the month! Georgie chats to them to find out more.

Jul 20, 202311 min

Colin from Accounts and more! with Actor Emma Harvie

This week, Georgie is joined by Actor Emma Harvie, AKA Meggles from 'Colin from Accounts'! Georgie was so excited to get some behind the scenes details from Emma about the show; including how she got the job in the first place. Emma tells Georgie more about her other film and TV work (that Georgie also loves) and Georgie finds out what Emma likes to watch when she's not filming.

Jul 13, 202337 min

Stunt Coordinating with Andy Bennett (Returning!)

Georgie is (re)joined on the podcast by the brilliant Andy Bennett. Andy is a Stunt Coordinator in the film and television world and he is back on the pod to chat more about his work, including his love of 2nd Unit Directing. This, of course, involves answering more of Georgie's questions about the recent productions he has filmed and what his favourite stunts are. Georgie continues to be fascinated by how Andy makes screen magic happen and, finally, she finds out what he likes to watch on Netfl...

Jul 06, 202346 min

Stepping Through Film with Thomas Duke

This week, Georgie is joined by Tom Duke, Creator of 'Stepping Through Film', a website and social media page that brilliantly blends the worlds of reality with filming locations, through photos that Tom takes. Tom is a Photographer and Writer and Georgie asks him more about his work, what it's like to go behind the scenes of epic films like 'The Notebook' and what he likes to watch when he's not doing all of that. You can follow Tom on Instagram at @steppingthroughfilm and you can find Tom's we...

Jun 22, 202330 min

Magic Mike Live with Eleanor-Rose Fusaro

This week, Georgie is RE-joined by Actor Eleanor-Rose Fusaro; one of her best pals and one of the cast members of the West End production, Magic Mike Live! Georgie tells Eleanor she can't WAIT to watch her perform, they chat about how Eleanor got the role and also what the stage show is like compared to the film (hello Channing). Eleanor is on Instagram here: @eleanorrosefusaro and why not book your tickets to Magic Mike London to watch her in action!

Jun 15, 202336 min

Writing & Executive Producing 'Significant Other' on ITV with Dana Fainaru and Hamish Wright

Georgie is joined by Writers and Executive Producers Dana Fainaru and Hamish Wright to talk about the upcoming series 'Significant Other' starring Katherine Parkinson and Youssef Kerkour which is coming to ITVX and all episodes will be available to watch on 8th June! Dana and Hamish tell Georgie about their process writing together, what it's like adapting a series, their time on set and what they like to watch when they're not working.

Jun 01, 202326 min

Reality Television and A New Book with Dr Jennifer Dunphy (Jen Bunney from 'Laguna Beach' and 'The Hills')

This week, Georgie was so excited to be joined by the brilliant Dr Jennifer Dunphy, AKA Jen Bunney from the iconic reality television shows 'Laguna Beach' and 'The Hills'. Jen chats to Georgie about her book 'Don't Tell Me What To Do: The Secret Guide to Unlocking Your Power, Potential and Purpose'. Georgie also asks Jen about her time on reality shows including how producers shaped a particular narrative that wasn't quite true to life and what it was like to be studying in the medical field whi...

May 18, 202337 min

My Play 'Sunsets' is at Brighton Fringe this Weekend! - Bonus Episode

Georgie's one woman play, 'Sunsets', is coming to Brighton Fringe this weekend; on Saturday 13th May and Sunday 14th May at The Rotunda Theatre in Brighton at 4.45pm (1 hour). Sunsets is a solo show, written and performed by Georgie Grier, about romantic comedies. Set during a live podcast event, it follows one woman's attempt to create her own walking off into the sunset moment. While recording it of course. But will there be a happily ever after? Georgie would love your support! You can buy ti...

May 11, 20232 min

Directing 'God's Petting You' and more! with Jamie Patterson

This week, Georgie is joined by Director Jamie Patterson ('The Kindred', 'Tucked', 'Justine') to talk about his film 'God's Petting You' which is available to watch in cinemas and is coming to streaming platforms soon. Jamie chats to Georgie about the world of indie filmmaking as well as things like reviews, James Bond films, being nice to people and the casting process. Oh, and stay tuned for what Jamie's been watching! 'Rain Dogs', anyone?

May 04, 202346 min

Directing Documentary 'Hijacked: Flight 73' on Sky with Ben Anthony

Georgie is joined by BAFTA-winning Director Ben Anthony to discuss his latest work on documentary 'Hijacked: Flight 73' coming to Sky on 29th April. Georgie asks Ben more about making this fascinating documentary and she finds out what Ben likes to watch when he's not working.

Apr 27, 202319 min

Directing 'Malpractice' on ITV with Philip Barantini

Georgie chats to Director Philip Barantini about his latest work directing the upcoming medical thriller series 'Malpractice' which is coming to ITV1 on 23rd April and will then be available to watch on ITVX. Phil has also directed films like the incredible 'Boiling Point' and Georgie asks him more about his process on these productions with such intense storylines. Phil also chats about what it's like working as a Director having previously worked as an Actor and Georgie finds out what he enjoy...

Apr 20, 202318 min

'Sunsets' my One Woman Play at Brighton Fringe in May - Bonus Episode

'Sunsets' is Georgie's one woman play which she wrote and will be performing at Brighton Fringe on 13th and 14th May at 4.45pm in The Rotunda Theatre: SQUEAK. For tickets you can visit brightonfringe.org or www.rotundatheatre.com and search for Sunsets. The play is about one woman's fascination with romantic comedies and her attempt to create her own walking off into the sunset moment (while recording it for a podcast, of course). It premiered at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe and then went on to a s...

Mar 16, 20234 min

Directing ‘Django’ on Sky with Francesca Comencini

Georgie is joined by Director Francesca Comencini to chat about her work on the recent Sky show 'Django' as well as other brilliant television series such as 'Gomorrah'. Georgie finds out more about her time making 'Django' including casting the Actors and she also asks Francesca what she likes to watch on television when she's not working. 'Django' is available to watch now!

Mar 09, 202330 min

Creating 'Funny Woman' on Sky with Nick Hornby and Morwenna Banks

Georgie is THRILLED this week to be joined by legendary Writer Nick Hornby and Actor and Writer Morwenna Banks to talk about new series ‘Funny Woman’ on Sky. Nick and Morwenna chat more about creating the show which has been adapted from Nick’s brilliant novel ‘Funny Girl’. Georgie asks Nick about his wonderful books in general as well as what it’s like adapting work for the screen. She finds out about Morwenna’s time writing ‘Funny Woman’ (and acting in it!) and then asks Nick and Morwenna what...

Mar 02, 202338 min

BBC's 'Beyond Paradise' with Executive Producers Tim Key and Tony Jordan

Georgie is joined by Executive Producer Tim Key and Executive Producer and Writer Tony Jordan for this episode of the pod as they chat about the new spin-off to the much-loved series 'Death in Paradise', 'Beyond Paradise', which can be watched on the BBC from tomorrow. Georgie asks them what it's like to bring back characters in a spin-off after they have already walked off into the sunset (her favourite subject...) in another series. She also finds out what Tim and Tony like to watch when they'...

Feb 23, 202328 min

Netflix's 'Lockwood & Co' with Actor Ali Hadji-Heshmati

Georgie's back with the first episode of 2023! And this week, Actor Ali Hadji-Heshmati joins her to discuss his leading role in the new Netflix series 'Lockwood & Co.' which comes out tomorrow (if you're reading this today...). Georgie finds out how Ali got into the acting world and Ali talks more about filming Lockwood. Georgie asks the all important question of whether it was scary to film a series about ghosts and Ali reveals what films and TV shows he likes to watch (the contrast in choi...

Jan 26, 202322 min

What I'm Watching this Christmas - Bonus Episode

Georgie chats (to herself...and to you!) about what she has been watching, what TV shows and films she will be looking out for this festive period and which Christmas films are her favourites. MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!

Dec 15, 202210 min

New Series 'The Flatshare' on Paramount Plus with Lead Writer and Executive Producer Rose Lewenstein and Costume Designer Charlie Jones

Georgie is joined by not one but TWO guests this week. Have you been watching 'The Flatshare' on Paramount Plus? (If you can tear yourself away from all the Christmas films on Netflix, go over to Paramount and have a watch!). Georgie chats to Lead Writer and Executive Producer Rose Lewenstein and then Costume Designer Charlie Jones about how they came to work on the show, what their roles involved when working on the series and what they are watching.

Dec 08, 202239 min

'RuPaul's Drag Race', DragCon UK & A New Book! with Fenton Bailey

Fenton Bailey is an award-winning Producer and Director and he has written a book! It's called 'ScreenAge: How TV Shaped Our Reality, from Tammy Faye to RuPaul's Drag Race' and it's available to buy now. Fenton co-founded the production company World of Wonder who were responsible for bringing the wonderful show 'RuPaul's Drag Race' (and others!) to life. Georgie sits down with Fenton in this episode of the podcast to chat about his time writing the book (including Georgie's favourite moment whe...

Dec 01, 202222 min

'Sunsets' My One Woman Play! at Theatre503 23rd & 24th November - Bonus Episode

I wrote a play! And I'm performing the play! After a run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe, it is having its first London outing at Theatre503 in South London TONIGHT (23rd November) and tomorrow 24th November at 7.30pm. The play is called 'Sunsets' and it's a one woman show about ROMANTIC COMEDIES. But will there be a happily ever after...? Come along and find out! It's got podcasts in there, too... You can find the link to the show here: https://theatre503.com/whats-on/sunsets/

Nov 23, 20222 min

Illustrating the Bakes on 'The Great British Bake Off' with Tom Hovey

Tom Hovey is a Food Illustrator and Designer whose work can be seen on the much-loved television show 'The Great British Bake Off'. Tom and his team are behind the illustrations of the delicious bakes you see accompanying the bakers making their signature, technical and showstopper bakes! Georgie had SO much to ask Tom; from how it works, to the sheer quantity of work he and his team must do across all the 'Bake Off' shows. Tom talks about how he landed his role on GBBO, Georgie asks Tom whether...

Nov 15, 202231 min

BBC's 'The English' with Chaske Spencer

This week, Georgie is joined by Actor Chaske Spencer who stars as Eli Whipp in the new BBC Western miniseries drama, 'The English' out today! Chaske's other acting credits include 'The Twilight Saga' (which Georgie obviously loves). Georgie asks Chaske more about his time making 'The English'. They chat about Chaske's character Eli and his relationship with Emily Blunt's character, Cornelia. Georgie also asks Chaske what it was like filming with horses, Chaske talks about his nerves during the a...

Nov 10, 202215 min

Acting and 'Vampire Academy' with Rhian Blundell

Georgie is joined by Actor Rhian Blundell on the podcast this week to chat about her work on Peacock's 'Vampire Academy' and more. Georgie tells Rhian how funny she found Rhian's character, Meredith, in the show and Rhian answers Georgie's question on why shows are labelled 'young adult'. Rhian chats about some cold weather filming days in Spain, Georgie asks Rhian about her time after drama school and how she thinks Rhian should be in 'Stranger Things'. And finally, they chat about what they li...

Nov 03, 202225 min

'Ninja Warrior UK: Race For Glory' and more with Martin Scott

Georgie is joined by Executive Producer, Martin Scott, this week to talk about his work on 'Ninja Warrior UK: Race For Glory' and the other entertainment shows he has worked on such as 'The Chase' (catch up on episodes on ITV Hub). Georgie asks Martin whether he has ever tried one of the courses on 'Ninja Warrior' before trying to get to the bottom of who picks the questions on 'The Chase' (and what Martin's specialist quiz subject would be, of course). Martin talks more about the production com...

Oct 27, 202229 min

'Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby' with Steven Knight and Benoit Swan Pouffer

This week, Georgie chats to Steven Knight who created the television series 'Peaky Blinders'. Steven adapted it for the stage; bringing us 'Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby' which Benoit Swan Pouffer choreographed and directed. Benoit is the Artistic Director of the dance company Rambert and Georgie chats to him and Steven about their time working on the show. She concludes that the sign of a show's success can be when people dress up in Halloween costumes as the characters and as...

Oct 20, 202222 min

Directing 'Gangs of London' with Corin Hardy

For this first episode of the NEW season of the pod, Georgie sat down with Director Corin Hardy to talk about his work directing the new series of 'Gangs of London'. The series will be available to watch on Sky Atlantic and NOW from 20th October. Georgie was lucky enough to sneak a preview and let me tell you....you're in for a TREAT. And a lot of gore. Speaking of gore, Georgie asks Corin more about his work in the world of horror and what it is about this genre that fascinates people when it's...

Oct 13, 202225 min

Acting and 'Wedding Season' on Disney Plus with George Webster

George Webster is an Actor, Writer and Director and he stars as Hugo Delaney in the new series 'Wedding Season' which is out on Disney Plus today! George chats to Georgie about his time working on the show after they both agree that it now feels like the time for binge-watching things again (when is it not that time?). G and G bond over their (sort-of) shared names, Georgie finds out about George's other acting credits and she asks George what he enjoys watching when he's not working.

Sep 08, 202241 min

Writing 'Persuasion' on Netflix with Alice Victoria Winslow - Bonus Episode

For this bonus episode of the podcast, Georgie sat down with Alice Victoria Winslow, who co-wrote the Netflix film 'Persuasion' starring Dakota Johnson. Georgie asks Alice more about how this job came out. Alice also talks about balancing the worlds of writing with acting and what she enjoys watching on television!

Aug 31, 202229 min
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