About this episode
Gerran Howell joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his role as Dr. Dennis Whitaker in the hit MAX medical drama The Pitt . Gerran opens up about portraying a fourth-year medical student struggling to find his confidence in the middle of a relentless 15-hour ER shift. He breaks down key moments from Episodes 1 through 15, including Dr. Whitaker’s mistakes, his tense dynamic with Dr. Santos, and the now-infamous EZ-IO drill incident. Gerran also shares how he prepared for the role, what he learned from working on a high-stakes ensemble drama, and whether Whitaker is finally starting to prove himself. 🎙️ Interview Highlights Include: • Whitaker’s emotional arc and learning curve under pressure • The evolution of his relationship with Dr. Trinity Santos • Episode 13’s critical decision with the IO drill • Finding the balance between comedy and chaos in the ER • What Gerran hopes to explore next if the show returns Watch the full interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UOxItuWfRQw For more exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes content, subscribe to Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias on YouTube: Subscribe here Got a burning question or a topic suggestion? Reach out to us at popcultureunplugged@gmail.com Stay connected with us on social media for the latest show updates X: https://x.com/PopCultureUnplg Instagram: instagram.com/popcultureunplugged Facebook: facebook.com/popcultureunplugged TikTok: tiktok.com/@popcultureunplugged Visit our official website for more: www.popcultureunplugged.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel for exciting content: Subscribe here Don't miss out on the latest updates and exclusive content—join us in Pop Culture Unplugged w/ Elias! #ThePitt #ThePittMax #GerranHowell #PopCulture #PopCultureUnplugged