Carly Chaikin & Thandie Newton

Published: June 22, 2017, 9:23 p.m.

This week\u2019s (extra fabulous) episode features actors from two of the grittiest and most riveting series on the small screen. Thandie Newton is an award-winning actor and activist, always on the lookout for on-camera roles that enable her to merge those two identities. Little did she know HBO\u2019s cowboys-and-robots drama \u201cWestworld\u201d would provide such an opportunity. Carly Chaikin of USA\u2019s award-winning \u201cMr. Robot\u201d also joins us for a candid discussion of the nuances of casting, auditioning, and navigating the TV industry. Brought to you by HBO.\n\nFor over 50 years, Backstage has been the most trusted place for actors to find jobs and career advice, and for casting professionals to find the right performers for their projects. \u201cIn the Envelope: An Awards Podcast\u201d features intimate, inspirational interviews with some of the most exciting actors and awards contenders working today. Check out more here: https://bit.ly/2OMryWQ\n\nIn the Envelope Twitter: twitter.com/InTheEnvelope\nBackstage Twitter: twitter.com/backstage\nFacebook: facebook.com/backstage\nInstagram: instagram.com/backstagecast\nYouTube: youtube.com/user/backstagecasting