Robyn Malcolm Reflects on Outrageous Fortune & Antony Starr, Escaping ‘Actor Jail’ & More!

Robyn Malcolm is a national treasure. From Outrageous Fortune to After the Party, this is Robyn like you’ve never seen her. She talks going sober, acting alongside Antony Starr, solo parenting through stardom, the power of older women on screen, her sons’ hilarious texts, and why she’s not holding back on the current Government. We also cover: – Growing up in Ashburton and Motueka – Why NZ actors get “put in jail” after success – The rise and unexpected global acclaim of After the Party – Meeting Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson (with a little lie) – Why she’s finally found peace—and still wants to cause some good trouble This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Enjoy. 0:00 – Intro: Broken fingers, c-bombs & texts from the kids 6:50 – Acting fame: Shortland Street to national recognition 17:20 – Solo parenting during Outrageous Fortune 26:10 – Staying grounded in the chaos of stardom 34:40 – Greater representation female actors 43:55 – Reflections on Cheryl West & Outrageous’ legacy 53:30 – Actor “jail” in NZ & bouncing back internationally 1:02:00 – After the Party: The creative journey 1:12:50 – BAFTA buzz & breaking TV rules 1:21:00 – Life at 60: ambition, activism & what's next