Lizzy Caplan -- the Emmy-nominated actor you know from Mean Girls, Cloverfield, Party Down, and Fleischman is in Trouble -- joins the hosts to open up about everything from her first crushes to the impact of losing her mother at only 13. She recounts her experiences filming Mean Girls and Fleishman is in Trouble, and spills the tea on her new film Now You See Me: Now You Don't.

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00:00 Introduction

01:54 Lizzy’s Early Life and Family

04:06 Navigating Loss and Grief

19:37 Transition to Acting

24:15 First Crushes and Childhood Relationships

26:54 Childhood Friendships and Young Love

28:33 Embarrassing Moments and Teenage Relationships

30:55 Early Acting Career and Breakthrough Roles

39:13 The Journey to Mean Girls

43:38 Reflections on Fleischman Is in Trouble

49:35 Personal Life and Relationships

51:33 Returning to the Screen: Now You See Me Sequel

53:09 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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The star of Riverdale and Chemical Hearts, Lili Reinhart, joins Podcrushed to discuss her journey from a 16-year-old aspiring artist to a booked-and-busy actor. Lili reflects on her early struggles and auditions, the transformative experience of Riverdale, and the challenges of bringing indie projects like Hal & Harper to life. She also opens up about her latest productions and the pressures of adapting popular IP, all while maintaining her sanity in Hollywood. Don’t miss this one!

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00:00 Introduction

04:19 Lily’s Early Acting Journey

10:05 Challenges and Rejections

15:52 Moving to LA and Booking Riverdale

25:13 First Crushes and Heartbreaks

28:08 Embarrassing School Memories

30:18 Transition to Adulthood

30:54 Moving Back to LA and Auditioning for Riverdale

33:03 Booking the Role and Moving to Vancouver

34:20 Chemistry Tests and Initial Reactions

37:05 Shooting the First Season of Riverdale

39:01 Impact of Riverdale’s Success

39:28 Favorite Storylines and Behind-the-Scenes Memories

42:36 Challenges and Rewards of Independent Television

54:10 The Love Hypothesis and Handling Fan Expectations

57:16 Upcoming Projects and Future Plans

01:02:24 Advice to 12-Year-Old Self

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Sam Smith joins us for a raw and revealing conversation. Discover the surprising revelation about their journey from a young, talented singer to a global pop sensation. Sam talks about overcoming stage fright, the inspiring moments of writing their hit songs, and the unique way they find peace in New York City. Plus, get a sneak peek into Sam's intimate Brooklyn residency and learn why this next album might be their best work yet.

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00:00 Intro

04:53 Sam Smith’s Childhood and Early Influences

06:28 Navigating School as a Queer Kid

09:52 The Power of Music and Female Voices

20:41 Struggles with Weight and Self-Acceptance

26:27 First Experiences with Love and Heartbreak

31:30 Embarrassing Moments and Overcoming Stage Fright

34:21 Pursuing a Career in Music

36:22 Early Career and Record Deal Challenges

37:11 Deciding Between Musical Theater and Pop Stardom

37:58 Musical Influences and Recording Experiences

40:04 Family Influence and Early Performances

42:04 Themes of Love and Safety in Music

46:18 Personal Growth and Mental Health

47:34 Creating Authentic Music and Overcoming Challenges

49:40 New York Life and Relationship

54:27 The Importance of Water and Flow in Life

59:27 Reflecting on Career and Future Projects

01:07:55 Intimate Performances and New Music

01:12:07 Final Thoughts and Advice to Younger Self

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