Gerran Howell joins Elias on Pop Culture Unplugged to talk about his role as Dr. Dennis Whitaker in the hit MAX medical drama The Pitt. Gerran opens up about portraying a fourth-year medical student struggling to find his confidence in the middle of a relentless 15-hour ER shift.

He breaks down key moments from Episodes 1 through 15, including Dr. Whitaker’s mistakes, his tense dynamic with Dr. Santos, and the now-infamous EZ-IO drill incident. Gerran also shares how he prepared for the role, what he learned from working on a high-stakes ensemble drama, and whether Whitaker is finally starting to prove himself.

🎙️ Interview Highlights Include:

• Whitaker’s emotional arc and learning curve under pressure

• The evolution of his relationship with Dr. Trinity Santos

• Episode 13’s critical decision with the IO drill

• Finding the balance between comedy and chaos in the ER

• What Gerran hopes to explore next if the show returns

 

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Gerran Howell on Dr. Dennis Whitaker’s Growth in The Pitt on MAX

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