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Learning as an Actor
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28:35 - 35:17 (06:42)

In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the benefits of being an actor which includes working with talented people, learning and asking a million questions. The speaker also mentions how mistakes can be fun, especially when it's about improvising.

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In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss how being an actor allows you to learn from talented people in the film industry.
28:35 - 30:54 (02:18)
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Film Industry
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In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss how being an actor allows you to learn from talented people in the film industry. However, actors are often kept in holding and not allowed to get too close.

Chapter
Learning as an Actor
Episode
"Jon Favreau"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker discusses their transition from the financial world to pursuing their dream in Chicago, and how the thrill of performing helped fuel this shift.
30:54 - 33:44 (02:50)
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Pursuing Dreams
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The speaker discusses their transition from the financial world to pursuing their dream in Chicago, and how the thrill of performing helped fuel this shift.

Chapter
Learning as an Actor
Episode
"Jon Favreau"
Podcast
SmartLess
George Wendt shares his first experience with improv when he saw Chris Farley play him on stage, and realizing that they improvised everything.
33:44 - 34:23 (00:39)
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Improv
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George Wendt shares his first experience with improv when he saw Chris Farley play him on stage, and realizing that they improvised everything.

Chapter
Learning as an Actor
Episode
"Jon Favreau"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss the difference between true improvisational comedy and simply coming up with clever jokes.
34:23 - 34:55 (00:31)
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Improv Comedy
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The hosts discuss the difference between true improvisational comedy and simply coming up with clever jokes. They also acknowledge the skill of Vince, a member of their team who is particularly quick-witted.

Chapter
Learning as an Actor
Episode
"Jon Favreau"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speakers touched on the differences between improvised one-liners and entire scenes.
34:55 - 35:17 (00:21)
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Improvisational Comedy
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The speakers touched on the differences between improvised one-liners and entire scenes. While one can get a laugh from improvising a joke, improvisational comedy at the level of Herb is different in that they create an entire show with a basic story.

Chapter
Learning as an Actor
Episode
"Jon Favreau"
Podcast
SmartLess