The Cast of Shrinking on Improv, Personal Growth, and the Music That Picks Them Up

The cast of Shrinking is back on Apple TV+ for Season 2, and Kyle Meredith sat down with several key members to discuss the evolution of their characters and the importance of the show’s themes. The cast, including Christa Miller, Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Lukita Maxwell, Ted McGinley and Michael Urie, brings a balance of humor and heart to their performances. Listen to their chat.

With Bill Lawrence (creator of Scrubs, Cougar Town, Ted Lasso) leading the charge, Season 2 dives deeper into grief and forgiveness, while still maintaining its sharp comedic edge.

Music plays a crucial role in setting the tone for Shrinking, with Christa Miller at the helm of selecting many tracks. Miller cites Angie McMahon’s "Letting Go" and The Strokes’ "Bad Decisions" as highlights that struck an emotional chord throughout pivotal moments. Bill Lawrence also adds, “The music needs to be cerebral and reflect the human condition, especially considering the show’s focus on therapy.” The cast also delves into how music plays a part in their own lives. From Jessica Williams’ love for Rilo Kiley to Tennie's appreciation of Vulfpeck, it’s clear that music helps them connect with the roles they play.

Williams, who plays Gabby, talks about the blend of scripted lines and improv that makes the show’s comedic timing so effortless. Similarly, Luke Tennie (Shaun) shares how his character adds weight to the show, often grounding the more comedic moments with emotional intensity.

Listen to the cast of Shrinking chat about all this and more in the new episode or watch it on YouTube. Please take the time to like, review, and subscribe to KMW wherever you get your podcasts, and keep up to date with all our series by following the Consequence Podcast Network.

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