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Skip Intro with Krista Smith

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Featuring intimate conversations with actors, filmmakers and more, this award-winning podcast reveals the stories behind Netflix's most beloved entertainment. Hosted by Krista Smith, one of Hollywood’s most trusted interviewers, Skip Intro brings you closer to the stars and creators of your favorite Netflix films, series, documentaries, and specials. Watch new video episodes exclusively on Netflix. Listen to audio episodes wherever you get your podcasts.

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  • October 15 · 51 min

    Judd Apatow on Finding People Who Get What You Do

    Judd Apatow on Finding People Who Get What You Do. ⁠⁠⁠Watch the video interview⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ exclusively on Netflix. Find more podcasts at https://www.netflix.com/tudum/podcasts.

  • January 23 · 39 min

    Elizabeth Smart Shows the Power of Survivor Stories in New Documentary

    Elizabeth Smart joins Skip Intro to talk about the new documentary Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart — reflecting on the harrowing experience of being abducted from her bedroom at just 14 years old. In this intimate conversation, the author, speaker, and advocate opens up about why she wanted to retell her story in more explicit detail, and help other survivors not feel alone. Now a mother of three, Smart also shares how she’s parenting her own children to not have shame around their bodies, her love for marathon training, and what her relationship with faith is like today. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel.

  • January 19 · 39 min

    Matt Damon's Friendship With Ben Affleck Was Good Baggage in The Rip

    Matt Damon's Friendship With Ben Affleck Was Good Baggage in The Rip The duo teamed up with writer-director Joe Carnahan to bring the script to life — inspired by true events from Miami Police Department’s Tactical Narcotics Team. Damon shares how his public friendship with Affleck was good “baggage” to bring to their onscreen friendship, and his shock after hearing how much Affleck’s Spanish had improved. The Oscar-winning actor also reflects on the trajectory of his early career, the highs and lows of being a Boston sports fan, and the profound gratitude he experienced while working with Christopher Nolan on the upcoming film The Odyssey. Skip Intro with Krista Smith is available on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

  • Dec 26, 2025 · 37 min

    Kate Winslet on Directing Cast, Kids and Herself in Goodbye June

    Kate Winslet takes on the triple threat of directing, producing, and acting in her latest film, Goodbye June. She discusses her deeply personal connection to the script, written by son Joe Anders, and what convinced Helen Mirren to play June despite an aversion to the role of a dying character.Winslet also shares her tips for working with young children on set, reflects back on an iconic Vanity Fair cover shoot, and describes an unforgettable experience at sea with loved ones. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

  • Dec 15, 2025 · 39 min

    Josh O'Connor Talks Comedic Timing and Stacked Cast in Wake Up Dead Man

    Josh O’Connor has four films out this year. In Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Rian Johnson’s latest whodunnit, he shape-shifts into a boxer turned priest. O’Connor talks about how working with a stacked ensemble cast didn’t take away from the community and collaboration he craves, calling it “a beautiful thing.” He also reveals the moments on set with Daniel Craig and Glenn Close that left him in awe. Plus, The Crown actor dishes on what preparation was like ahead of hosting SNL, how his very late introduction to TikTok came about, and the current state of his beloved frog pond. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

  • Dec 7, 2025 · 31 min

    Billy Crudup Did At Least 30 Takes of That Dinner Scene in Jay Kelly

    Billy Crudup delivers an unforgettable performance in the new film Jay Kelly. The Emmy-winning actor, who stars alongside George Clooney, Adam Sandler, and Laura Dern, opens up about working with the film’s powerhouse ensemble and collaborating with director Noah Baumbach. Crudup shares what it was like seeing Louis Partridge play a younger version of himself — and reflects on his early career, from the New York theater scene to his breakout roles in Almost Famous and Without Limits. He also dishes on why he avoided the press and ’90s magazine covers for years. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

  • Dec 6, 2025 · 34 min

    Laura Dern Talks Hollywood Longevity and Adam Sandler Kiss in Jay Kelly

    Laura Dern returns to Skip Intro with Krista Smith to discuss her new film, Jay Kelly, and reuniting with director Noah Baumbach after her Oscar-winning performance in Marriage Story. Calling it “the time of my life,” Dern shares what it was like working with George Clooney and Adam Sandler, walking in Paris Fashion Week, and having irrational fears that she playfully blames on Steven Spielberg. She also pays heartfelt tribute to the ’70s cinema legends who shaped her, including her parents, Diane Ladd and Bruce Dern, and her godmother, Shelley Winters. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

  • Dec 5, 2025 · 37 min

    George Clooney Talks Fears, Core Memories and Running Tips for Jay Kelly

    George Clooney delivers a soulful performance in his latest film, Jay Kelly. The Oscar-winning actor discusses what it was like working with his longtime friends Adam Sandler, Laura Dern, and Billy Crudup in the Noah Baumbach–directed film. Clooney also shares the clever tactics he used to land early-career auditions, reflects on the importance of living without regret, and reveals his onscreen trick for running faster. Video episodes are available on the Still Watching Netflix YouTube Channel. Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts.

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