Episode

"Elizabeth Banks"
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57:30
Published: Mon Jul 05 2021
Description

The incred Elizabeth Banks joins us this week from Ireland. Elizabeth is an actor, director, writer, producer, and all-around baller. She teaches us about pet-care in exchange for lodging, Jason learns what the word “college” means, and a few people admit to their rollerblading histories. Get ready to get wicked smaht... it’s another episode of SmartLess.Please support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The hosts of the Smartless podcast and their guest engage in introductory chatter and wonder if their listeners prefer to hear them while driving or exercising.
00:00 - 00:59 (00:59)
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Podcasts
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The hosts of the Smartless podcast and their guest engage in introductory chatter and wonder if their listeners prefer to hear them while driving or exercising.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker discusses the importance of having better sleep hygiene and mentions a humorous example of someone's sleepwear.
00:59 - 02:45 (01:45)
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Sleep Hygiene
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The speaker discusses the importance of having better sleep hygiene and mentions a humorous example of someone's sleepwear.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
The podcast features a talented guest known for her work in a popular early 2000s film and the Lego movies.
02:45 - 06:26 (03:40)
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Entertainment
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The podcast features a talented guest known for her work in a popular early 2000s film and the Lego movies. The interviewer asks her about her bedtime, while expressing admiration for her talent.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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Two alumni discuss the lack of theater arts programs at their university.
06:26 - 07:59 (01:33)
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Theater Arts
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Two alumni discuss the lack of theater arts programs at their university.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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The speaker discusses the importance of a college education in providing a well-rounded learning experience in multiple subjects, such as history, English, and math, compared to only learning practical skills.
07:59 - 09:31 (01:32)
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Education
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The speaker discusses the importance of a college education in providing a well-rounded learning experience in multiple subjects, such as history, English, and math, compared to only learning practical skills. The idea of whether or not college is necessary for a career is also mentioned.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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The pressure in arts education is self-imposed, and students don't have the obligation to score high or meet certain obligations, other than to make enough money to pay bills.
09:31 - 12:14 (02:43)
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Arts Education
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The pressure in arts education is self-imposed, and students don't have the obligation to score high or meet certain obligations, other than to make enough money to pay bills. Being in the arts is where everyone learns to become vulnerable and find their place in the field of theater and arts.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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Elizabeth Banks talks about how she considered pursuing a career in serious dramatic acting after obtaining a master's degree in drama, and how she ended up in comedy.
12:14 - 16:38 (04:24)
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Elizabeth Banks
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Elizabeth Banks talks about how she considered pursuing a career in serious dramatic acting after obtaining a master's degree in drama, and how she ended up in comedy. She also emphasizes the importance of a drama education in developing valuable life skills.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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A story about how an opportunity came up that wasn't her dream, but it provided financial stability and a lesson in taking risks.
16:38 - 20:11 (03:33)
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Dreams
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A story about how an opportunity came up that wasn't her dream, but it provided financial stability and a lesson in taking risks.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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A discussion about the rigorous training process to become a flight attendant and how sleeping on the job is a common practice.
20:11 - 23:19 (03:08)
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Flight Attendant
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A discussion about the rigorous training process to become a flight attendant and how sleeping on the job is a common practice.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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The speaker reflects on how synchronicities in life can be a signpost for making decisions.
23:19 - 29:10 (05:51)
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Decision Making
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The speaker reflects on how synchronicities in life can be a signpost for making decisions. They also discuss how a classic movie will always captivate your attention no matter where you come across it on TV.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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The speaker talks about how Chris Guest is a great template for performers and discusses the trend of big talent doing game shows.
29:10 - 32:32 (03:22)
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Game Shows
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The speaker talks about how Chris Guest is a great template for performers and discusses the trend of big talent doing game shows.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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Mike Myers talks about the time he considered hosting a game show in character and discusses the potential reboot of "Name That Tune".
32:32 - 35:05 (02:32)
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Game Show
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Mike Myers talks about the time he considered hosting a game show in character and discusses the potential reboot of "Name That Tune".

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
This podcast discusses the lives of Hollywood celebrities and how they thrive to achieve success traveling through the hardships in their career.
35:05 - 39:31 (04:26)
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Hollywood
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This podcast discusses the lives of Hollywood celebrities and how they thrive to achieve success traveling through the hardships in their career.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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The speaker observes common themes in social media profile photos, including women posing in bikinis with pizza or dogs and men posing with children to suggest financial stability.
39:31 - 43:02 (03:31)
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Social Media
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The speaker observes common themes in social media profile photos, including women posing in bikinis with pizza or dogs and men posing with children to suggest financial stability.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
An infamous drug runner who dropped drugs out of an airplane was caught after a black bear in the Chattahoochee National Forest in Georgia was found surrounded by bags of drugs.
43:02 - 46:01 (02:59)
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Crime
Summary

An infamous drug runner who dropped drugs out of an airplane was caught after a black bear in the Chattahoochee National Forest in Georgia was found surrounded by bags of drugs. The pilot flew drugs in from Colombia, and this story highlights how he was finally caught by the police and mob after years of evading them.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
The idea of creating a movie for kids with a storyline where people want to live forever and learn to fly may seem unconventional but can be a great project.
46:01 - 48:11 (02:10)
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Movies
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The idea of creating a movie for kids with a storyline where people want to live forever and learn to fly may seem unconventional but can be a great project.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
The speaker discusses the effect of comments on body insecurities and how sudden changes in physical appearance can be perceived by others.
48:11 - 52:01 (03:50)
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Body Insecurities
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The speaker discusses the effect of comments on body insecurities and how sudden changes in physical appearance can be perceived by others.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
The speaker talks about his self-confidence and appreciating his body despite its flaws.
52:01 - 54:21 (02:20)
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Self-Confidence
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The speaker talks about his self-confidence and appreciating his body despite its flaws. He also reminisces about a show he was on that got canceled after two episodes while praising his friend who turned down a raise to give cars to actors instead.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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A struggling actor reflects on the importance of having great actors in a TV show and the impact it has on their own financial stability.
54:21 - 55:54 (01:33)
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Acting
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A struggling actor reflects on the importance of having great actors in a TV show and the impact it has on their own financial stability.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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SmartLess
The earlier you identify and pursue what you love, the higher your chances of success.
55:54 - 57:21 (01:27)
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Success
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The earlier you identify and pursue what you love, the higher your chances of success.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
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A discussion with a woman in a long-lasting marriage who shares the secrets to their success after 29 years together, including working together and having a great spirit.
57:21 - 58:43 (01:21)
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Relationships
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A discussion with a woman in a long-lasting marriage who shares the secrets to their success after 29 years together, including working together and having a great spirit.

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"Elizabeth Banks"
Podcast
SmartLess
$news is a word.
58:43 - 59:13 (00:30)
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$news