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 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.
A comedic take on how people in Hollywood land gigs and the inner workings of the industry.
Joaquin Phoenix takes a stand for representation in Hollywood by using his platform to advocate for inclusivity and hiring more people of color.
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 manager of a Hollywood production company networked extensively and worked his way up to the mailroom at a major firm before finally getting a script read by top-level people. This led to the production of the movie "What Makes Sammy Run?" based on the book by Budd Schulberg.
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 interviewer is acknowledged for being courageous enough to talk about the challenges and stresses of being a mom in the creative and high-pressure Hollywood world, with a mention of Pattinson's upcoming performance.
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.
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 reflects on the height of Hollywood actors after realizing how tall Keanu Reeves and Boban Marjanovic were in a John Wick movie.
The speaker recounts an experience from their past about auditioning for a role in Hollywood and how they initially didn't think they belonged, but their demeanor ultimately won them the part.
Some are worse than others. Check out the controversial foot-in-mouth moments from celebrities, entertainers and politicians.
Jon Hamm shares his experience starting out in Hollywood and seeing his peers rise to fame, as well as discussing some of his comedic roles in shows like SNL.
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.
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.
