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Alison Larrimer's avatar

Great podcast: Toby Huss is a true GET.

I love his acting work- if he is in a movie, I watch it. But to learn about his multitudes, was eye-opening. I ordered his book immediately after this interview.

And if no one has seen Cop Shop or Sword of Trust, please do. The former, Mr. Huss plays a truly deranged person with gusto. The latter he is more low key in his sinisterness.

Sword of Trust, starring a murder's row of talent, with Marc Maron the central character and directed by the late, great Lynn Shelton, is a must watch in these times. Or any time.

Thanks Sonny. Also, your tongue-tiedness is charming.

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Saren's avatar

I just happen to be watching Carnivàle over the past couple of weeks. I had never seen it before. Toby Huss’s acting is definitely one of the best parts of the show for me.

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Sonny Bunch's avatar

Oh man, “Carnivale” is so good. One of those shows that kind of got lost amidst all the other brilliant stuff HBO was doing.

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Elizabeth Blackmore's avatar

Love this interview! My intro to all things Toby. To me, listening to a discussion on all things art is like breathing pure oxygen. A lovely diversion from the shit politics.

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HairPlugToupee's avatar

Don't forget Toby in Bedazzled.

and... Halt and Catch Fire.

Carnivale season 2 was the most trippy season of a show ever. Season one was too slow, but 2 was a masterpiece. Was really bummed there was no season 3.

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Sonny Bunch's avatar

I had Bedazzled on my “random roles” sheet but we kinda ran out of time. It’s a fun one though!

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Chris Ortez's avatar

Like Sonny, I became a fan of Toby Huss thanks to his character of "Artie, the strongest man in the world". Through the years I always am psyched whenever he appears in a supporting role of a movie or show. Thanks for giving us this spotlight on one of my favorite character actors.

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Jim Swift's avatar

The world needs S3 of 'The Adventures of Pete and Pete' in a physical format!

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Chris Ortez's avatar

PS: I actually subscribed to The Bulwark so that I could comment on Toby's appearance on BGTH.

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Sonny Bunch's avatar

Haha, good to know!

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