Ian Harding Talks Nate’s Journey in Netflix’s 'Ripple'
Pop Culture Unplugged w/ EliasDecember 08, 202500:19:06

Ian Harding Talks Nate’s Journey in Netflix’s 'Ripple'

Ian Harding joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to dive deep into his role as Nate in Netflix’s emotional new series Ripple. We talk about the interconnected journeys of the characters, Nate’s arc through illness, ambition, love, and self-realization, and how Ian immediately “understood” the character from the first read.

Ian opens up about:
• Filming while navigating parent life (from his basement "dungeon")
• Why Ripple felt “magical” and different from anything he’s done
• Working closely with Julia Chan and how their instant connection shaped Nate & Chris
• Sydney Agudong’s breakout performance and her humility on set
• The legendary Frankie Faison and the stories he shared from The Wire, Silence of the Lambs, and August Wilson
• The heart of the series: human connection, resilience, and community

Ian also teases the possibilities of Season 2, shares what he'd love to explore next for Nate, and reflects on where this character ranks among the biggest roles of his career.

If you enjoy heartfelt ensemble dramas like This Is Us or A Million Little Things, you’ll love hearing Ian’s perspective on what makes Ripple so special.

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