Gustaf SkarsgårdEvery podcast appearance, updated as new ones drop

In this episode, Christina talks with actor Gustaf Skarsgård, who is powerful in the historical crime drama To Cook a Bear (Hulu/Disney+), based on the bestselling novel by Mikael Niemi. They discuss embodying the Pastor, a fascinating, paradoxical character inspired by the real Lars Levi Laestadius, a man caught between faith, science, and survival in 1850s Sweden. The story weaves together themes of polarization, racism, class, and belief within a haunting detective mystery set against the stark northern wilderness. They also talk about Skarsgård’s thoughtful approach to acting — how he chooses his roles, from Oppenheimer to Soderbergh’s Black Bag to his upcoming role as Wallander — and how he has found more sustainable ways of working and living after past struggles with addiction. Don’t miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the methods of the 12-step program help us recognize and honestly take stock of our shared destructive addictions? Can they even help free us from the systemic failures that threaten life on the planet? In this episode we explore the intersection of addiction, recovery, and sustainability. Todays guests, Johan Reunanen and Gustaf Skarsgård share their personal experiences with addiction and the recovery through the 12-step program, and offer insights about how personal and destructive addictions, such as alcohol or drugs, reflect the societal addictions that prevent us from facing the climate crisis. We also talk about how the process of recovery can provide a foundation for guiding us in our process of creating a more sustainable and just world for future generations and how self-awareness, acceptance and accountability are vital factors in that process. Join us in this intriguing episode as we truly delve into our core question "How on earth can we live together?"