In recent movies like “Air” and “Funny Pages,” television series like “Our Flag Means Death,” and plays like Annie Baker’s “The Flick,” Matthew Maher has made a name for himself as someone who can bring an oddball or weirdo to life with enough charm, charisma, and genuine gusto to make us love him unconditionally. On this episode, he talks about his acting foundations, the tools formative teachers have given him, and some theories he has developed as a teacher himself. He explains the allure of experimental theater in 90s New York City, makes a case for embracing contradictions and obstructions in a character, and brings it all back to the simple act of “owing it.” Plus much more! Back To One is the in-depth, no-nonsense, actors-on-acting podcast from  Filmmaker Magazine. In each episode, host Peter Rinaldi invites one working actor to do a deep dive into their unique process, psychology, and approach to the craft.  Follow Back To One on Instagram