Episode 887 - Riki Lindhome / Laurie Kilmartin

Career Shift

Riki Lindhome shares a pivotal moment in her career when she realized the need for change. She recounts the uncertainty during a writers' strike, which led her to reassess her path in acting. Marc Maron and Riki discuss how she transitioned from being a "bit player" to forming the comedy duo Garfunkel and Oates 1. This shift was driven by practicality rather than insecurity, as she sought to find what she was truly good at 2.

Your career was going just well enough for you to not realize how terrible it was.

--- Riki Lindhome

Riki's early career involved small roles, which eventually led to more significant opportunities, illustrating the slow but steady progression in the entertainment industry.

   

Reinvention

Riki's journey in acting involved continuous reinvention and adaptation. She initially pursued classical acting but found herself drawn to comedic performances, which eventually became her forte. Marc and Riki discuss her early days, including fabricating a resume to get her foot in the door, and how she eventually embraced her comedic talents 3.

I made a postcard that had a headshot on it that was. Had reviews of this play that I was in.

--- Riki Lindhome

Her experiences highlight the importance of flexibility and self-discovery in the acting world, as she learned to trust her instincts and pursue what resonated with her most 4.