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May 9, 2025 9 mins

Beth Riesgraf joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to dive into Season 3 of Leverage: Redemption, reflecting on Parker’s evolution, fan reactions, and the emotional depth of this beloved character.

In this thoughtful conversation, Beth shares how Parker has grown into a confident leader, why the character continues to resonate with fans—especially within the autistic community—and what it's like revisiting Parker's past while looking ahead to her future. She also opens up about her favorite scenes this season, stunt work, and what she hopes the end of Parker’s journey might look like.

Interview Highlights:

  • Parker’s emotional and physical evolution in Season 3

  • Why Parker is seen as an icon in the autistic community

  • Beth’s favorite Parker moments and relationships this season

  • How Parker balances being a lone wolf with being part of a team

  • Whether Beth would want a Parker spinoff or movie

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