Episode #223 with Paul McGillion

Dan is joined by actor, Paul McGillion, who most notably played Dr. Carson Beckett on Stargate Atlantis.We talk about Paul's audition for Scotty in J.J. Abrams' Star Trek 2009 film, transitioning from Stargate to Star Trek, the joys of playing Carson Beckett, reuniting with cast members, the gift that keeps on giving, being the first character in Stargate history to go through the gate, becoming comfortable at conventions, speaking with the Scottish accent, teaching, getting a job on The X-Files, mentoring young actors, being in a business based on rejection, not taking things personally, everything evening out eventually, the enjoyment of variety in performances, and a whole lot more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.