EPISODE · Aug 8, 2026 · 28 MIN
Nick Offerman on His Double Emmy Nominations and How to Find the Nice People in Hollywood
from Prestige Junkie · host TheAnkler.com
Katey talks to the Emmy nominee for both the Netflix limited series Death by Lightning and the Apple comedy series Margo's Got Money Troubles, about how he became so in-demand as an actor ("I mind my manners and try to do the best job I can") and some incredible behind the scenes details on how his pro wrestler character on Margo became so believable. 00:00 Intro 01:17 Back To Chicago Theater 02:30 Why They Can't Say No 03:50 Saying Yes To Death By Lightning 06:09 Budapest: Hollywood's Odd Outpost 07:00 History Nerds And The White House 09:51 The Redemption Of Chester Arthur 12:33 Picking Your Own Lane 13:52 Awards, Betty Gilpin And Snubs 15:41 How Margot Got Made 17:31 Why Nobody Else Wanted These Roles 19:42 Becoming Jinx The Wrestler 21:58 Training To Wrestle Nicole Kidman 25:07 Bringing Production Back To L.A. Subscribe today to Prestige Junkie After Party bonus episodes. Subscribe to the Prestige Junkie newsletter. Follow Katey on Letterboxd. Follow The Ankler.
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