Episode 48: Emily Pendergast on The Groundlings, Hollywood & Jury Duty: Company Retreat

Send us Fan MailThis week on Milk & Honeys, Kayla Becker and Vanessa Curry sit down with comedian, actress, and Groundlings performer Emily Pendergast.Emily opens up about growing up in Ohio, discovering her love for comedy, and making the leap to Los Angeles to pursue a career in entertainment. She shares her journey through the legendary Groundlings program, the lessons she's learned from improv, and what it's really like building a career in comedy in one of the most competitive cities in the world.The girls also dive deep into Emily's breakout role as Amy in Jury Duty: Company Retreat, the wildly successful comedy series that had audiences laughing nonstop. Emily reveals behind-the-scenes stories from filming, creating her hilariously awkward character, staying in character during the elaborate social experiment, and some of her favorite moments from set.They also discuss comedy legends, dream projects, surviving the LA hustle, the realities of working in Hollywood, and why some of the funniest people are actually the most observant.A funny, candid, and inspiring conversation about taking creative risks, trusting your instincts, and finding your place in comedy.Follow Milk & Honeys:Instagram: @milkandhoneyspodcastHosted by:Kayla BeckerVanessa Curry