Aline O'Neil on Playing Tonya in Peacock's Hysteria!, the 'Satanic Panic,' & Acting Insights

On this episode of Pop Culture Unplugged, Aline O'Neil joins Elias to dive into her captivating role as Tonya in Peacock’s Hysteria! Set against the intense backdrop of the 1980s ‘Satanic Panic,’ Hysteria! follows a high school band’s brush with supernatural suspicion in a small town. Aline shares what drew her to the series, how she prepared for the complex role of Tonya, and behind-the-scenes stories from the set. She also opens up about working with a talented cast, her career journey, and the thrill of exploring dark and twisted themes in Hysteria!. Tune in for an engaging conversation full of insights, stories, and a fresh look at the thriller genre! Interview Highlights: Aline discusses her deep dive into the 'Satanic Panic' era and how it shaped her portrayal of Tonya. Behind-the-scenes stories, including memorable moments with the cast and crew of Hysteria! Insight into the dark themes of fear and paranoia explored in the series and why they still resonate today. Aline’s unique approach to preparing for such a suspenseful and layered role. Career reflections and advice for aspiring actors tackling complex characters. Watch the full interview on YouTube: Click here 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: Twitter: twitter.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!