S1E8 "The Old Head" | Guest Jessalyn Gilsig Auditioning For Sara | Challenges Facing Women On-Set

Sarah Wayne Callies and Paul Adelstein recap Prison Break Season 1, Episode 7 (“The Old Head”), highlighting the pressure-cooker plotting: Westmoreland sets a guard-room fire so Michael can access and dig for the escape plan, Veronica and Nick survive an attack that kills her neighbor, and Kellerman murders LJ’s mother and stepfather while revealing he reports to the U.S. vice president. They interview guest star Jessalyn Gilsig (Lisa Rix), discussing the challenges of guest roles, filming outside-the-prison storylines, and working with Marshall Allman. Gilsig shares she originally auditioned for Sarah’s role, reflects on advocating for character depth in TV, and tells stories from Glee and Vikings about creating subtext and influencing story direction. The conversation shifts to gendered power dynamics and harassment on sets, how MeToo reframed past experiences, and the importance of mentorship and safer workplaces. Fan questions include Lisa’s alternate future; closing bits cover her “last meal” (poached egg on toast) and advice: bring a pencil. ALSO - Jessalyn gives phenomenal acting advice that EVERYONE - both budding actors and pros alike - should listen to; AND - a casting reveal is made!  Who else was up to play Sara Tancredi??? FINALLY - Paul makes a semi-heartfelt apology to Jessalyn for killing her character.  But is it really an apology?  And is it really accepted?  Eh...  Subscribe to the "Watch Party" on Patreon and re-watch every episode of Prison Break with Sarah & Paul's unfiltered commentary - Follow us on Instagram - Email us at [email protected] And leave us a message with all your burning questions at (401) 3-PBREAK Logo design by John Nunziatto @ Little Big Brands.  If you want one yourself, reach out at and tell him we sent you. PRISON BREAKING WITH SARAH & PAUL is a Caliber Studio production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices