Allison Janney — Naked Lunch
Naked Lunch

Allison Janney

May 26, 2022 · 53 min

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An Oscar winner shares the stories behind her career, her childhood, and what winning actually feels like.

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In this episode

  • What it feels like to hold an Academy Award in your hands
  • Early career lessons learned working with Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward
  • A candid look at growing up in Dayton and a memorable run-in with plate glass
  • How a dog rescue charity became a personal cause worth fighting for

About this episode

Phil Rosenthal and David Wild have lunch with Oscar winner Allison Janney. Phil, David, Mark, and Allison sit down at the Stitcher studios with delicious sandwiches from Larchmont Wine and Cheese. Allison talks about growing up in Dayton, her encounter with a plate glass window, her early working relationships with Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, and what it feels like to win an Academy Award. Allison also discusses Amelia Air Rescue, a dog rescue charity near and dear to her heart. Plus, Phil, David, and Allison all make some telephone calls during the show to some surprise guests. Enjoy this episode of Naked Lunch. To learn more about building community through food and Somebody Feed the People, visit the Philanthropy page at Phil Rosenthal World dot com

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About Naked Lunch

Phil Rosenthal, David Wild, and Straw Hut Media

Don't you love a great lunch and conversation with an interesting friend? You know, the kind that you talk about for years to come. Phil Rosenthal, creator, and host of Netflix's "Somebody Feed Phil," already knows how to find fascinating people, foods, and cultures.

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