'She-Hulk' Actor Tatiana Maslany on Israel's Genocide, AI in Hollywood, and… Canada
Summary
Actress Tatiana Maslani discusses her role in She-Hulk and the industry’s shift toward AI, which she views as a threat to creativity and labor. She strongly opposes the Paramount-WBD merger, citing concerns over corporate censorship and the impact on working actors. Maslani also reflects on her activism regarding the genocide in Gaza, explaining that the stakes of silence outweighed career risks. Finally, she critiques Canada’s political leadership, arguing that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s rhetoric masks continued complicity in global conflicts and environmental neglect.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Guest background and show welcome
Early career and Regina roots
Orphan Black and She-Hulk roles
Working with Mark Ruffalo and CGI
Languages and Ancient Greek studies
AI data centers and environmental impact
AI deepfakes and actor likeness
Public resistance to AI infrastructure
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David Ellison and media consolidation
Hollywood strikes and industry changes
Celebrity activism and Palestine
Personal journey to political awareness
Art, politics, and the duty to speak
Education on Gaza and media gaps
Backlash risks and John Legend clip
Ongoing activism and Mark Ruffalo
Politics of childhood and pandemic views
Canadian politics and Mark Carney
US-Canada relations and annexation
Marvel trivia and closing remarks
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