Seth Morgan shares his experience in the unfair industry of Hollywood and how he made it through with a lot of hard work and perseverance. He also discusses how self-doubt can affect even the most successful people in the industry.
The podcast discusses how a seemingly nerdy idea of connecting Hollywood and computer science started gaining traction, leading to an unexpected invitation to hang out in San Francisco.
The pressure to conform in Hollywood's press lines has caused one actress to reconsider participating, as she recognizes her struggle to maintain a healthy inner monologue while posing. While aware of horror stories regarding actresses labelled as difficult, she has accepted that expressing she believes things can be done better is not a character flaw.
The speaker discusses his extensive dental work in preparation for filming and the various types of procedures that celebrities undergo to achieve their perfect smile.
A comedic take on how people in Hollywood land gigs and the inner workings of the industry.
The children of immigrant parents in Hollywood often face pressure to pursue more stable careers instead of pursuing creative passion, which can lead to feelings of being unfulfilled later in life. The podcast suggests being aware of the pressure and pursuing what truly makes you happy.
The entertainment industry tends to use established stereotypes and archetypes to create characters, but real people tend to have a mix of traits and can't easily be pigeonholed.
An actor reflects on the challenges of making it big in Hollywood with a "I don't need this" attitude after experiencing an easy start.
The podcast discusses strange behavior from Hollywood legends such as Norman Mailer sending potatoes to an actress to remind her of the calories in a diet.
This podcast episode discusses the Hollywood feud between Roddy McDowell and Rodney Dangerfield, with a focus on McDowell's rejection letter and his funeral arrangements.
A man shares his experience pitching movie ideas to a Hollywood executive, including how he learned English from watching movies like Star Wars and Indiana Jones.
Hollywood used to be a small, rough area but quickly became the center of the world's movie industry. The keeper of the water company played a key role in the area's development.
The speaker attended a Hollywood event at the Chinese theater and mingles with celebrities at the adjacent Hard Rock Cafe's happy hour bar; he also mentions a friend from high school.
The host asks about meeting Goldie Hawn and whether there was an immediate chemistry on set. He also inquires about other people Norman met in the 70s who impressed him.
The speaker discusses the culture of Hollywood hairstyle and the importance of trusting the opinions of multiple people when it comes to personal appearance.
A guest on the podcast is asked if there is anything he wants to apologize for, despite being known as the "nicest guy in Hollywood".
Hollywood studios in the past used to create star images by slotting actors into different roles, trying to figure out their image and characteristics that would appease the audience, just as they did with famous stars like Cary Grant and Clark Gable.
