Truest Blood

HBO

Truest Blood sinks its teeth into HBO’s original series True Blood to uncover true stories from set. Join True Blood co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they head back to the streets of Bon Temps to discuss the episodes, the blood — both fake and real — and all the sexy bites in between. Watch all of True Blood on Max.

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Mar 17, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Thank You
In this finale episode of the series, Deborah and Kristin honor the show’s number one — Anna Paquin. They recall experiencing her fearless portrayal of Sookie Stackhouse up close and what she was like as a leader on set. Other cast and crew also share their favorite moments of the show. Thank you to all of the Truebies who have listened and have supported Truest Blood from the very beginning! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 10, 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Season 7 Overview with Lauren Bowles
For the last season breakdown, Deborah and Kristin are joined by actor Lauren Bowles who played Bon Temps’s resident Wiccan waitress, Holly Clearly. Together, they dissect the season’s most controversial moments, share hilarious behind-the-scene memories, and reminisce about their last days on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 3, 2025 · 59 min
Bat Shit Crazy with Karolina Wydra
This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome actor Karolina Wydra, the stunning force who brought the mysterious, intimidating, and a little bit possessive vampire Violet to life. She spills on stepping into such a dynamic character, finding Violet’s wardrobe, and her epic dungeon demise. They also share insight into a typical day on the True Blood set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 24, 2025 · 53 min
Man Behind the Collar with Gregg Daniel
Jesus gonna be here! This week, Deborah and Kristin speak with the man behind the collar of Reverend Daniel, Gregg Daniel. He recounts finding the persona of the reverend and his epic monologue that deeply moved everyone. Dan Caplan, storyboard artist of True Blood, also joins to share how his role helped bring directors’ visions of the show to life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 17, 2025 · 1 hr 7 min
The Beginning of the End with Brian Buckner
There is no better person to kick off the last season with than season 7 show runner, Brian Buckner. Deborah and Kristin jump into a recap of all the season happenings and Brian shares his insight into what was going on behind-the-scenes. He shares what it was like to take over as show runner and how it felt to steer True Blood in its final episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 10, 2025 · 1 min
Coming Soon: Season 7
Come back to Bon Temp for one last ride! Join co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they dive into the final season of True Blood. They’ll discuss all your favorite season 7 moments, chat with some of the season’s key players, and touch on those controversial deaths. Cap off your V-day weekend on February 17th as we sink our fangs into the series bite by bite…for the final time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 9, 2024 · 59 min
Pam & Eric Reunited with Alexander Skarsgård
In this finale episode, the sweetest reunion of maker and progeny occurs! Deborah and Kristin welcome Alexander Skarsgård, who played the cool and collected Eric Northman. He reflects on finding Eric’s look (the wig is discussed!) and voice, filming the epic flashback scenes, and his time fostering the Eric and Pam relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 2, 2024 · 1 hr 12 min
Season 6 Overview with Tara Buck
This week, Deborah and Kristin are joined by Tara Buck who played the iconic screaming Ginger for the full season 6 breakdown! Together, they dissect the season highlights, share their favorite moments, and reminisce on behind-the-scenes memories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 25, 2024 · 59 min
Inside the True Blood Writer’s Room with Angela Robinson
On this episode, Deborah and Kristin talk with the talented executive producer and writer Angela Robinson. They discuss what it was like pitching her first story idea, the intensity of a True Blood writers’ room, and having the freedom to create alongside the incredible cast and crew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 18, 2024 · 56 min
There’s a New Sheriff in Town with Chris Bauer
This week, Deborah and Kristin chat with Bon Temp’s favorite sheriff — Chris Bauer who played the hilarious Andy Bellefleur. They touch on how Andy’s addiction storyline paralleled Chris’s own life, representing the audience’s thoughts through Andy, and being a part of the brilliant Merlotte’s human crew. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 11, 2024 · 54 min
We Love You, Jason Stackhouse with Ryan Kwanten
To jump start season 6, Deborah and Kristin are joined by one of their top five favorite actors/characters from the show — Ryan Kwanten who played the lovable Jason Stackhouse! They dive into everything from Jason’s physicality, finding the character beyond his looks, and playing one of the lasting humans of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 4, 2024 · 52 min
Salome, Oh Salome with Valentina Cervi
On this episode, Deborah and Kristin wrap up season 5 recounting Sookie’s life over the season’s full 11 days. And they are also joined by the baddest of bad girls, Valentina Cervi. They dive into the details behind creating Salome Agrippa and her wildly memorable arc as the season’s fierce antagonist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 28, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
Season 5 Overview with Janina Gavankar
This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome Janina Gavankar who played the bold shapeshifting Luna Garza for the full season 5 breakdown! Together, they dive into their favorite moments, season highlights, and share behind-the-scenes stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 21, 2024 · 55 min
Women Behaving Badly with Lucy Griffiths
On this episode, Deborah and Kristin chat with the mesmerizing Lucy Griffiths who played vampire Nora Gainesborough! She shares her experience joining as the new girl, developing Nora into the Lilith worshipping zealot, and filming her death scene. Deborah and Kristin also dive into the lore of mythology’s most infamous “bad girls”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 14, 2024 · 55 min
The Authority Has Arrived with Chris Meloni
This week, Deborah and Kristin welcome the leader of the almighty Authority, Chris Meloni who played the presidential Roman Zimojic. He shares all the bloody secrets filming in the Authority lair and what scene had him laughing hysterically. Deborah and Kristin also give us insight into the incredible CGI artistry on True Blood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 7, 2024 · 1 hr 8 min
A Wolfy Welcome with Joe Manganiello
In this inaugural episode, Deborah and Kristin give us an epic overview of all the happenings of season 5. They also sit down with everyone’s favorite werewolf Alcide Herveaux, played by the wonderful Joe Manganiello. He shares his story of joining the established cast and how he changed the tide for Alcide by bucking the friendship storyline originally laid out and leaning into being a romantic interest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2024 · 1 min
Coming Soon: Season 5 & 6
Guess who’s back?! Join co-stars Deborah Ann Woll and Kristin Bauer as they dive back into Bon Temps, covering seasons 5 & 6. They’ll break down the major highlights from these seasons and speak to some of your favorite actors from the show. Be sure to subscribe and join us on October 7th for the first bite into the season. Listen to Truest Blood wherever you get your podcasts. See y’all real soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 15, 2024 · 43 min
Witchy Woman with Fiona Shaw
In this finale episode, Deborah and Kristin sit down with the inimitable Fiona Show who portrayed wiccan coven leader Marnie Stonebrook. She shares all the details behind her experience embodying a powerful medium and joining the series as season 4’s main antagonist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 8, 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Season 4 and All the Lore
This week, Deborah and Kristin are strolling down memory lane of season 4, sharing all their favorite moments, personal highlights and behind the scenes stories. They also deep dive into the myths and lore behind vampire origins and other fantastic creatures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 1, 2024 · 50 min
Politics and Prosthetics with Jessica Tuck
On this episode, Deborah and Kristin welcome Jessica Tuck who portrayed badass American Vampire League spokeswoman and undercover Authority spy Nan Flanagan. She shares her wild journey going from recurring character to season regular and discusses how she found the all the layers beneath Nan’s tough exterior. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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