Mark Consuelos Delves Into How Co-Hosting Live Is Very, Very Different From Acting: Fire Hose In The Mouth Of Information [Video]

From scripted TV work to co-hosting Live with Kelly and Mark, Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos have conquered the small screen. During this morning’s episode — which once again, was previously recorded — the two dished on how acting differs from working on a talk show.

Ripa teased that she’s “always talking about [her] exit strategy, [her] next steps, [her] side hustle, [her] alternate career.”

“Always looking for something new to try and explore,” she added. “This TV thing can’t last forever. Although I’m challenging that theory.”

She proceeded to bring up a list of “the 10 most interesting jobs in America,” the first of which launched both her and Consuelos’ careers: “Actor.”

Consuelos immediately quipped, “Nope.”

Ripa added, “Not as interesting as you think. Been there, done that.”

She read aloud the “primary duties” of an actor, one of which is “trying to portray the character.”

Consuelos chimed in, emphasizing the word “trying.” While the Riverdalealum clarified that …