About this episode
Amy Odell (author of Gwyneth: The Biography ) interviews Linus Karp and Joseph Martin, stars and creators of the hit play with music, Gwyneth Goes Skiing ā a send-up of the 2023 trial involving Gwyneth Paltrow and retired optometrist Terry Sanderson. Amy talks about her interview with Terry Sanderson for her book; Linus and Joseph talk about their research process for the play; props (yes, they visited the Goop store); and why this viral courtroom moment translated so well to the stage. Gwyneth recently discussed Amy's book in British Vogue , and the three discuss that, too. Guests: Linus Karp & Joseph Martin š Links & Resources ā¢ Buy Gwyneth: The Biography ā¢ Listen to Gwyneth: The Biography in Spotify ā¢ Gwyneth Goes Skiing tickets / info (NYC ā Aspen ā LA) Support the Show ā¢ Follow Back Row: https://amyodell.substack.com/ https://www.instagram.com/instamyodell/ ā¢ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@amy_odell 00:00 ā Intro: 'Gwyneth: The Biography' + 'Gwyneth Goes Skiing' 00:29 ā How Gwyneth and Terry Sanderson ended up in court 01:40 ā A preview of 'Gwyneth Goes Skiing' 03:30 ā Research: the play and the book 09:00 ā Portraying Terry Sanderson & Gwyneth Paltrow 18:00 ā Goop store visit & props 22:00 ā Amy recalls interviewing Terry Sanderson 28:00 ā Discussing Gwyneth's response to 'Gwyneth' in British 'Vogue' 31:00 ā Closing thoughts Credits Host and producer: Amy Odell Editing: Amy Odell and Jonathan Voytko Recorded October 17, 2025 Photos: Anna Clare (Courtesy of Awkward Productions) Video: Courtesy of Awkward Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices