The speaker reminisces about a photoshoot they did on the Paramount lot and reflects on the mortality of Hollywood stars from the past.
A comedic take on how people in Hollywood land gigs and the inner workings of the industry.
The guest on the podcast shares stories about getting a job at the Playboy Mansion through a friend and meeting Hollywood stars while working part-time jobs in the industry.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Actress Emily Blunt shares advice for working with your significant other on set, emphasizing the importance of respect and separating personal and professional relationships.
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.
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 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.
Comedian Pete Holmes reflects on the sense of community he felt growing up with friends and family in Hollywood, and how it compares to the Hollywood party scene.
The conversation revolves around Hollywood's old industry as they discuss the actresses who did one movie and then married and how some movies leave a lasting impression.
Some are worse than others. Check out the controversial foot-in-mouth moments from celebrities, entertainers and politicians.
In this episode of the Tim Ferriss Show, Tim deconstructs world-class performer, Shep Gordon. Shep speaks about his career as a legendary Hollywood manager, and the lessons he learned from the Grateful Dead, working with celebrities and chefs, and the profound impact that Buddhism has had on his life.
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.
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.
