# The Advice that Actually Worked - Highlights from our Best Guest Moments

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Podcast: [The Actor’s Guide to the End of the World](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-actor-s-guide-to-the-end-of-the-world-7072802)
Published: 2025-12-02T04:13:15+00:00
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## Resource

Welcome to Episode 57, the Actor’s Guide to the End of the World Podcast! In the spirit of the holidays, we thought we’d thank all of our incredible guests from this past year with this holiday sampler of the best moments from their interviews. If you want to review or go do a deep dive into the full interview - links are below. E-Kan and Rían will discuss with Oscar-nominated writer Kirsten Sheridan about how she developed her directing process and why her maternal instincts kicks in on a set, as well as what It was like working with a 24-year old Cillian Murphy. Patrick Massett (Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Friday Night Lights, and the Blacklist) will talk about taking risks and how it has played such a key role in his career. You’ll see why there’s a photo of Mick Jagger hanging in his living room. Kevin Walsh (Criminal Minds) is a former pro football player and takes the guys into the mind of a pro athlete and why they say athletes make great actors. Timothy Davis (Billions, The Girlfriend Experience) with an in-depth look at how the Actor’s Studio, along with its shortcomings, have shaped him into the actor he is today. Shaan Sharma will break down his game-changing practical approach to building a career and building relationships through being of service. Brandon Finn takes us behind the scenes getting his first series regular opposite Jason Momoa on Apple TV’s Chief of War and what helped him step up to the challenge. Brian Stepanek will share how he became a beloved cult character to 20 and 30-somethings everywhere, despite his agent telling him not to take it. You’ll also hear the most incredible Gene Wilder story.. This is a special one, thanks again for coming along for the ride with us. Follow @actorsguidepodcast wherever you find your podcast, and on all soci…

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