This week on pplpod, we explore the dynamic career of English actor Daniel Craig. We trace his journey from his breakthrough television role in the BBC drama serial Our Friends in the North to his international superstardom as James Bond. We discuss the initial controversy surrounding his casting as the first "blond" 007 and how he silenced critics with the massive success of Casino Royale and Skyfall.

Beyond the tuxedo, we dive into Craig’s celebrated pivot to comedy as Detective Benoit Blanc in Rian Johnson's Knives Out series and his recent acclaim in Luca Guadagnino’s Queer. We also cover his personal life, including his marriage to actress Rachel Weisz, his honorary rank of Commander in the Royal Navy, and his candid—and sometimes colorful—views on politicians and inheritance. Join us for a  ...