Episode
Kal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
43:32
Published: Wed Apr 05 2023
Description
Kal discusses his unforgettable role as a pelvis thrusting Tin Man, why you should never peak in middle school, and that time he was schooled by President Obama. He also reveals a Hollywood producer's failed attempt at playing matchmaker, and how "coming out" as an actor to his immigrant parents was more difficult than coming out of the closet.
Chapters
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the topic of going after what you want in life and finding ways to overcome internal and external doubts.
00:00 - 05:00 (05:00)
Summary
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the topic of going after what you want in life and finding ways to overcome internal and external doubts. The guest speaker also shares his coming out story and deeper insights into his personal journey.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
A discussion about how experiencing bullying as a person of color in a drama club can be a unique and difficult experience.
05:00 - 09:20 (04:19)
Summary
A discussion about how experiencing bullying as a person of color in a drama club can be a unique and difficult experience.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
The pressure for Asian Americans to become doctors stems from a history of immigrants with engineering and medical backgrounds often having to sacrifice much to get where they are today.
09:20 - 14:05 (04:45)
Summary
The pressure for Asian Americans to become doctors stems from a history of immigrants with engineering and medical backgrounds often having to sacrifice much to get where they are today. This, coupled with the immigrant desire to set their kids up for success, creates an environment where children often feel the weight of their parents' expectations to succeed in STEM fields.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
In this episode, the guest shares their experience of being told that someone who looks like them will never make it in Hollywood and the challenges of finding an agent in the industry.
14:05 - 18:52 (04:47)
Summary
In this episode, the guest shares their experience of being told that someone who looks like them will never make it in Hollywood and the challenges of finding an agent in the industry. They also discuss the importance of avoiding being a one-note stereotype.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
Viola Davis answers questions about being a black actor, arts education, National Endowment for the Arts funding and talks about her interest in cultural diplomacy and international studies.
18:52 - 26:51 (07:58)
Summary
Viola Davis answers questions about being a black actor, arts education, National Endowment for the Arts funding and talks about her interest in cultural diplomacy and international studies.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady.
26:51 - 33:40 (06:48)
Summary
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady. Additionally, the discussion touches on the impact of corn-based ethanol on developing nations and the potential for biofuel from alternative sources.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
The speaker shares the story of how he became an actor as an Indian American and made his family proud despite the initial hurdle of convincing them about his career choice.
33:40 - 37:38 (03:57)
Summary
The speaker shares the story of how he became an actor as an Indian American and made his family proud despite the initial hurdle of convincing them about his career choice.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
This is a docu-series that focuses on climate solutions instead of the usual doom and gloom.
37:38 - 40:23 (02:45)
Summary
This is a docu-series that focuses on climate solutions instead of the usual doom and gloom. It features interviews with people with different viewpoints to come up with ways of fighting climate change.
EpisodeKal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
PodcastLet's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
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.
40:23 - 43:19 (02:56)
Summary
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.