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In this episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, host Romesh Ranganathan is joined by award-winning actor Tom Hiddleston to discuss his illustrious career, his role as Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and his starring performance in the new Apple TV film Tenzing. The conversation delves into Hiddleston's experiences playing soccer in Soccer Aid alongside football legends, the profound physical demands of shooting the Everest expedition film on real mountains, and his sixteen-year journey evolving the character of Loki from villain to a god of stories. They also touch upon Hiddleston's drama school days and the realities of being a father, culminating in a reflection on living fully with the realization that we only have one life.
Romesh Ranganathan opens the show with playful banter before introducing guest Tom Hiddleston.
Romesh outlines Hiddleston’s diverse filmography, highlighting his roles in Shakespeare adaptations, Marvel, and other blockbusters.
Hiddleston discusses the Apple TV+ film Tenzing, its focus on Sherpa perspective, and the historical context of the 1953 summit.
The conversation shifts to Hiddleston’s participation in Soccer Aid, his encounters with football legends, and the sense of camaraderie on the pitch.
Hiddleston reflects on his portrayal of Loki, the character’s depth, and the broader impact of the MCU on global audiences.
The episode concludes with Hiddleston sharing his excitement for upcoming projects and his thoughts on the evolving nature of superhero storytelling.
Tom discusses his new production of Much Ado About Nothing, turning the play’s party scene into a 90s house music dance party.
Romesh introduces a playful game where Tom must confirm whether he actually said certain controversial quotes.
Tom talks about his limited multilingual skills and his early theatre experiences in Paris, highlighting backstage vocabulary.
Tom shares his emotional journey into fatherhood, the profound responsibilities, and the impact on his life and career.
Tom recounts a humorous drama school animal study assignment where he was told he was already a giraffe and ended up playing a black mamba.
Tom delivers his life advice about living fully and the host wraps up with a call to action and sponsor messages.
Football Gifts and Arsenal Spiritstory
The host presents Tom Hiddleston with Arsenal-themed gifts including socks and teabags, leading to a discussion about the football club's recent season and the emotional rollercoaster of supporting them.
Marking Usain Bolt at Old Traffordstory
Tom Hiddleston describes playing in Soccer Aid at Old Trafford, where he found himself marking Usain Bolt in the first half and later assisting a goal by Paul Scholes.
Breakfast with Dimitar Berbatovstory
The guest shares the surreal randomness of Soccer Aid, which included having breakfast with Dimitar Berbatov and discussing the former footballer's love for movies.
Telling Tenzing's Untold Storyinsight
Tom Hiddleston explains the premise of his film Tenzing, which centers on Tenzing Norgay's point of view and highlights his unique desire to summit Everest alongside the British expedition.
The guest reveals that the film Tenzing was shot entirely on real mountains with no green or blue screens, allowing the actors to experience the authentic physical environment.
Defining the God of Mischiefinsight
Tom Hiddleston explores the etymology and meaning of mischief in relation to Loki, viewing him as a boundary-crossing disruptor characterized by playfulness, grief, and a quick tactical intelligence.
From Glorious Purpose to Storiesinsight
The actor reflects on Loki's narrative arc across sixteen years, transitioning from tyrannical hubris about glorious purpose to becoming a god of stories who finds true meaning.
“I love the emphasis. I love the mixture of things.”
“And I think it, I, I think I've read somewhere that this is one of the reasons it drew, drew you to the film,”
“The second begins when you realise you only have one.”
“Live, live, live right now.”
What do Loki, Everest and Arsenal tea bags have in common? In this episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Romesh is joined by actor Tom Hiddleston to talk about his new film Tenzing the true story behind the first successful ascent of Mount Everest, and what it was like filming it for real, with no green screen. They also get into 16 years as Loki, what Marvel gets right (and why it deserves more credit), and exactly how much Tom knows about what comes next. A Ranga Bee Production. Tenzing is available on Apple TV from 16th October. Chapters 00:00 Intro02:50 A gift for Tom05:02 How will Arsenal do this season?06:16 Tom’s Soccer Aid experience10:41 Are actors competitive?13:30 Tom’s new film, Tenzing14:28 Why Tenzing’s story needed telling23:33 Filming Everest for real25:08 Playing Loki31:21 Why Marvel connects with everyone38:05 Doomsday theories42:07 A question from Shanthi45:42 That Chatty Man dance46:56 Dancing in Much Ado About Nothing55:40 The best advice Tom’s ever been given57:42 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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