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SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations

by SAG-AFTRA Foundation

Conversations are inspiring Career Retrospectives with preeminent actors who explore the process and profession with an audience of fellow artists. Conversations focus on personal experiences and artistic influences that inform and shape careers; discuss current and past projects; share valuable insights into the craft and industry; and preserve creative legacies.Presented in Los Angeles, New York and cities nationwide.

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  1. Conversations with Ed Asner (1990)

    Ed shares stories from his time as the President of SAG, including the 1980 Strike and merging with AFTRA. He discusses his early interest in acting, his acting career, and his eventual position as President. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Conversations series, an essential resource for...

  2. Conversations with Alan Arkin (2012)

    Q&A with Alan Arkin in honor of his role in ARGO. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Back Stage. ALAN ARKIN, long one of the most respected artists of the stage and screen, won an Academy Award® for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the 2006 hit "Little Miss Sunshine." Other credits include:...

  3. Conversations with Lisa Ann Walter (2023)

    Lisa Ann Walter shares stories from her performances in ‘Abbott Elementary’, ‘The Parent Trap’ and ‘Life's Work’ in this in this career spanning discussion moderated by actor Elaine Hendrix. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  4. Conversations with Ernie Hudson (2023)

    Ernie Hudson shares stories from his performances in ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Quantum Leap’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Jazz Tangcay, Variety. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students of...

  5. Conversations with Jane Krakowski (2023)

    Jane Krakowski shares stories from her performances in ‘30 Rock’, ‘Nine’ and ‘Ally McBeal’ in this in this career spanning discussion moderated by Frank DiLella, Spectrum News NY1. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors…

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  6. Conversations with Mira Sorvino (2018)

    Career Retrospective with Mira Sorvino. Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt, New York Magazine. Mira Sorvino can next be seen in the hit ABC series MODERN FAMILY in 2018 and in Audience Network’s series CONDOR, opposite Max Irons and Brendan Fraser. Prior to that, she was seen in Adam Marino’s…

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  7. The Business: Conversations with Casting Executives

    Featuring Rob Decina (CBS), Marci Phillips (ABC), and Clint Anderson (FOX). Moderated by Lori Hammel, actor. The Business panels provide multiple viewpoints from directors, producers, writers, agents, managers, casting directors and industry experts on a wide range of topics. Through this…

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  8. Conversations with Chukwudi Iwuji (2018)

    Career Conversations Q&A with Olivier Award winner Chukwudi Iwuji who is currently starring in Othello, moderated by Broadway World's Richard Ridge of "Backstage with Richard Ridge!" Chukwudi Iwuji can currently be seen starring as the title character in Othello for The Public Theatre’s…

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  9. Conversations with Diego Luna (2023)

    Diego Luna shares stories from his performances in ‘Y Tu Mamá También,' ‘Frida,’ and ‘Andor’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Clayton Davis, Variety. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students…

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  10. Conversations with Richard Kind (2023)

    Richard Kind shares stories from his performances in ‘Spin City,' ‘A Serious Man,’ and ‘Inside Out’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Brent Lang, Variety. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and…

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  11. Conversations with Artios Award-Nominated Casting Directors (2023)

    Artios Award nominees Gayle Keller (‘Bros,’ ‘The Bubble’), Nikki Barrett (‘Elvis’), Avy Kaufman (‘Tár,’ ‘Montana Story,’ ‘Spoiler Alert’), Douglas Aibel (‘White Noise,’ “Armageddon Time’), and Sarah Halley Finn (‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,’ ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’) joined us to...

  12. Conversations with Robin Thede (2023)

    Robin Thede shares stories from her performances in ‘A Black Lady Sketch Show’, ‘The Rundown with Robin Thede,’ and ‘The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Joyelle Johnson. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an...

  13. Conversations with Robert Osborne - Legacy Collection (2009)

    As primetime host and anchor of Turner Classic Movies (TCM), Robert Osborne brought viewers out of their living rooms and into the world of classic Hollywood , providing insider information, facts and trivia on TCM movie presentations. Osborne was also a columnist-critic for The Hollywood…

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  14. Conversations with Casting Director John Levey (2023)

    John Levey shares stories from his work in ‘ER’, ‘The West Wing’, and ‘Animal Kingdom’ in this conversation about his career as a casting director, moderated by actor Shawn Hatosy. The Business panels provide multiple viewpoints from directors, producers, writers, agents, managers, casting...

  15. Conversations with Raquel Welch (2005)

    Raquel Welch shares stories from her performances in ‘Fantastic Voyage’, ‘One Million Years B.C.’ and ‘The Three Musketeers’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Ilyanne Kichaven. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  16. Conversations with Cate Blanchett - Legacy Collection (2003)

    Cate Blanchett shares stories from her performances in ‘Elizabeth’, ‘The Missing’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy in this career spanning discussion moderated by Tom Schuch. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers…

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  17. Conversations with James Hong - Legacy Collection (2005)

    James Hong shares stories from his performances in ‘The New Adventures of Charlie Chan’, ‘Big Trouble in Little China’ and ‘Blade Runner’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Paul Bales. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for...

  18. Conversations with Brendan Fraser (2023)

    Brendan Fraser shares stories from his performances in ‘The Mummy’, ‘George of the Jungle’ and ‘The Whale’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Perri Nemiroff, Collider. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors…

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  19. Conversations with Eddie Izzard (2023)

    Eddie Izzard shares stories from her performances in ‘Great Expectations’, ‘The Riches’ and ‘Ocean's Twelve’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Richard Ridge, Broadway World. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  20. Conversations with Harry Hamlin (2023)

    Harry Hamlin shares stories from his performances in ‘L.A. Law’, ‘Mad Men’ and ‘Clash of the Titans’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Joe Neumaier, WOR- 710AM Radio. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors…

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  21. Conversations with Anna Kendrick (2022)

    Anna Kendrick shares stories from her performances in ‘Pitch Perfect’, ‘Up in the Air’, ‘The Twilight Saga’, and 'Alice, Darling' in this career spanning discussion moderated by Perri Nemiroff, Collider. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential…

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  22. Conversations at Home with Sir Lenny Henry (2022)

    Sir Lenny Henry shares stories from his performances in ‘The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power’, ‘Tiswas’ and ‘The Lenny Henry Show ’ in this conversation about his acting career. He also speaks about comedy and being knighted in this career spanning discussion moderated by Jazz Tangcay,...

  23. Conversations with Gabrielle Union - Moderated by Octavia Spencer (2022)

    Gabrielle Union shares stories from her performances in ‘The Inspection’, ‘City of Angels’ and ‘10 Things I Hate About You’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Octavia Spencer. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  24. Conversations at Home with Linda Cardellini (2022)

    Linda Cardellini shares stories from her performances in ‘Freaks and Geeks’, ‘Scooby-Doo’ and ‘Dead to Me’ in this conversation about her acting career. She also discusses auditioning and the MCU in this career spanning discussion moderated by Danielle Turchiano, Metacritic. This interview is…

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  25. Conversations with Juliette Lewis (2022)

    Juliette Lewis shares stories from her performances in ‘Natural Born Killers’, ‘Whip It’ and ‘Yellowjackets’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Perri Nemiroff, Collider. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  26. Conversations with Guillermo del Toro (2022)

    Guillermo del Toro shares stories from ‘ Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio’, ‘Nightmare Alley’ and ‘Hellboy’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Joe Neumaier. The Business panels provide multiple viewpoints from directors, producers, writers, agents, managers, casting directors and...

  27. Conversations with Tony Shalhoub (2022)

    Tony Shalhoub shares stories from his performances in ‘Monk’, ‘Barton Fink’ and ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Esther Zuckerman. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and...

  28. Conversations with Michael Urie (2013)

    Screen Actors Guild Foundation and Broadway World have partnered for an inaugural filmed Conversations Q&A series to recognize and celebrate the vibrant theatre community in New York City and the union actors who aspire to have a career on the stage and screen. Please join us for a career...

  29. Conversations with Tony Goldwyn (2018)

    Tony shares stories from his performances in Network, Scandal, Promises Promises, The Pelican Brief, St. Elsewhere, and A Walk on the Moon in this interview covering his acting career. He recounts working with Bryan Cranston, Tatiana Maslany, Ivo Van Hove, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Kerry Washington,...

  30. Conversations with Victor Garber (2018)

    Career Conversations Q&A with Victor Garber, current star of HELLO DOLLY!, moderated by BroadwayWorld's Richard Ridge of "Backstage with Richard Ridge!" VICTOR GARBER originated roles in the Broadway productions of Sweeney Todd, Noises Off, Lend Me a Tenor (Tony Award nomination), Arcadia, and…

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  31. Conversations with Samantha Morton (2022)

    Samantha Morton shares stories from her performances in ‘The Serpent Queen’, ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘The Whale’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Scott Mantz. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and...

  32. Conversations with Uzo Aduba (2016)

    Career Conversations with Uzo Aduba. Moderated by Stuart Webber, President, The Oxford Union. Uzoamaka "Uzo" Aduba is an American actress and singer. She is known for her role as Suzanne "Crazy Eyes" Warren on the Netflix television series Orange Is the New Black (2013–present), for which she won…

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  33. Conversations with Jim Parsons (2013)

    Q&A with Jim Parsons. Moderated by Richard Ridge. Two-time Emmy winner, Golden Globe® Award winner and SAG Nominee, Jim Parsons continues to bring a winning combination of indelible charm, charisma and comedic timing to his roles on screen and on stage, establishing himself as one of Hollywood's...

  34. Conversations with Leslie Jordan (2008)

    Leslie Jordan shares stories from his performances in 'Will & Grace' and 'Sordid Lives' in this conversation about his acting career, moderated by Todd Amorde. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors, filmmakers and students of...

  35. Conversations with Emily Watson (2022)

    Emily Watson shares stories from her performances in BREAKING THE WAVES, PUNCH DRUNK LOVE, and GOSFORD PARK in this conversation about her acting career. In the Q&A she also shares insight on voice work and authenticity in this career spanning discussion moderated by Esther Zuckerman. This...

  36. Conversations with Angela Lansbury (2003)

    Angela Lansbury shares stories from her performances in MURDER SHE WROTE, THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE, and GASLIGHT in this conversation about her acting career, moderated by F.J. O’Neil. This interview is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations series, an essential resource for actors,...

  37. Conversations with Bill Pullman (2017)

    Career Q&A with Bill Pullman. Moderated by Stacey Wilson Hunt, New York Magazine. Born in Hornell, New York, Bill Pullman pursued stage work before making his big-screen debut in Ruthless People in 1986. Other comedies followed like Spaceballs and Clerks before the actor hit it big with roles in...

  38. Conversations with Burt Reynolds (2006)

    Career Q&A with Burt Reynolds. Moderated by Paul Ryan.

  39. Conversations with Elizabeth Moss (2015)

    Career Q&A with Elisabeth Moss. Moderated by Richard Ridge, Broadway World. BIO: Elisabeth Moss stars as ‘Peggy Olson’ on the award-winning series Mad Men, which is currently airing its final seven episodes. In addition to the series’ numerous honors, Moss has received five Emmy Award…

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  40. Conversations with Kristin Chenoweth (2015)

    Career Q&A with Kristin Chenoweth. Moderated by Richard Ridge, Broadway World. Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer, Kristin Chenoweth, takes the lead in a career that spans film, television, voiceover and stage, effortlessly. She received an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a...

  41. Conversations with Christopher Meloni (2016)

    Career Q&A with Christopher Meloni. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. Washington, D.C. native Christopher Meloni studied acting at the University of Colorado, Boulder, before graduating with a degree in History. He worked in construction and as a bouncer before breaking into acting, studying…

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  42. Conversations with Julianna Margulies (2014)

    Career Conversations with Julianna Margulies. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. As an Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild Award winner, Julianna Margulies has achieved success in television, theater and film. Margulies won the 2011 Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama…

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  43. Conversations with Seth Meyers (2022)

    A career retrospective with actor and television host Seth Meyers. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. Still photos by Amanda Edwards/Getty Images The views expressed in the presentation materials and films, and by the guests and moderators are solely those of the organization and/or individual...

  44. Conversations at Home with Warren Littlefield (2022)

    A career retrospective with television executive Warren Littlefield. Moderated by actor Bob Balaban. The views expressed in the presentation materials and films, and by the guests and moderators are solely those of the organization and/or individual providing them and do not reflect the opinions…

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  45. Conversations with Henry Winkler (2018)

    Career Conversations with Henry Winkler, currently starring on HBO's BARRY. Moderated by Michael Schneider, IndieWire.

  46. Conversations with Andrea Martin (2013)

    Q&A with Andrea Martin. Moderated by Richard Ridge.

  47. Conversations with Geoffrey Rush (2013)

    Conversations with Geoffrey Rush. Moderated by Pete Hammond.

  48. Conversations with Kevin Bacon (2013)

    Career Retrospecitve Q&A with Kevin Bacon. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Back Stage. Kevin Bacon is one of the foremost actors of his generation. His talent for balancing starring roles with powerful supporting characters on both film and stage has allowed him to build a varied and critically...

  49. Conversations with Darren Criss (2018)

    Career Q&A with Darren Criss, moderated by Broadway World's Richard Ridge of "Backstage with Richard Ridge!" Darren Criss is a multi-faceted artist with an illustrious career spanning television, film, music and stage. He recently won a Primetime Emmy Award and received a Golden Globe nod for his...

  50. Conversations with Steve Carell (2015)

    Career Q&A with Steve Carell. Moderated by Jenelle Riley, Variety. ***** Watch Past Q&A's: https://www.youtube.com/c/SAGAFTRAFoundation/videos Follow the SAG-AFTRA Foundation on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sagaftraFOUND/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sagaftraFOUNDATION...

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Conversations are inspiring Career Retrospectives with preeminent actors who explore the process and profession with an audience of fellow artists. Conversations focus on personal experiences and artistic influences that inform and shape careers; discuss current and past projects; share valuable insights into the craft and industry; and preserve creative legacies.Presented in Los Angeles, New York and cities nationwide.

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