Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

"All Up In The Macabre" (w/ Sarah Paulson)

Nov 12, 2025
Join the talented Sarah Paulson, known for her roles in hits like 'American Horror Story' and 'People v. O.J.' as she chats about her dynamic career with Matt and Bowen. Sarah dives into her fascination with red carpet lighting trends, her transformative roles, and her uneasy relationship with horror despite being a seasoned star in the genre. She also shares her insights on the Oscar race and the pressure of awards campaigning, all while revealing why pigeons deserve more love. A delightful mix of glamour and candidness!
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ANECDOTE

On-Set Horror: The Greenfield Scene

  • Paulson recounted witnessing the American Horror Story: Hotel death scene on set and how much worse it was in person.
  • She bluntly described the prop as "a giant conical dildo" used in the scene.
ADVICE

Anchor Bold Acting With Documented Facts

  • Paulson recommends using the factual constraints of real-life subjects to guide bold acting choices.
  • Let documented behaviors anchor your character while you explore emotional extremes within those facts.
INSIGHT

A VHS Shaped Her Pop‑Culture Education

  • Paulson traced her culture passion to a VHS of Oscar moments that taught fashion, politics, and performance history.
  • She credits that curated archive for forming her encyclopedic pop-culture knowledge.
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