‘The Maternal Capacitance’ w/ Christine Baranski, AKA Leonard’s Mother | The Official BBT Podcast // TRAIN BRAIN

‘The Maternal Capacitance’ w/ Christine Baranski, AKA Leonard’s Mother | The Official BBT Podcast

The one and only Christine Baranski discusses her first appearance as Leonard’s mom Beverly on “The Big Bang Theory.” She explains why she felt an intense obligation to deliver and why joining the show was like jumping onto a fast-moving train. Then, she reveals whether she ever broke while delivering her hilarious lines. Plus, why singing “Any Way You Want It” with Jim Parsons at the end of this episode will be in her “lifetime highlight reel.” Be sure to watch all episodes of “The Big Bang Theory” on HBO Max.

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