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Episode

"Rob McElhenney"
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1:00:06
Published: Mon Jun 07 2021
Description

Golf-buddy Rob McElhenney zips in for some hoots and hollers in Podville, USA. Rob is an actor, writer, director, producer... and co-owner of Wrexham Association Football Club (and you can bet hard money that Will is ready to talk-shoppe on this subject). Plus, allergy tips for extra-credit! Willkommen y bienvenue. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chapters
Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes try to redesign their podcast intros for Smartless with a chaotic but hilarious approach.
00:00 - 00:24 (00:24)
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Smartless
Summary

Will Arnett, Jason Bateman, and Sean Hayes try to redesign their podcast intros for Smartless with a chaotic but hilarious approach.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker talks about their tendency to overthink things, including their garage roof problem.
00:24 - 02:53 (02:29)
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Overthinking
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The speaker talks about their tendency to overthink things, including their garage roof problem. They mention a conversation with Jason Will and the worry of having to replace the roof.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
Dax talks about receiving a fan email proposing him as a potential host for a lifestyle series and jokes about him giving tours and admiring greenhouses.
02:54 - 05:21 (02:26)
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Entertainment
Summary

Dax talks about receiving a fan email proposing him as a potential host for a lifestyle series and jokes about him giving tours and admiring greenhouses.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts talk to the creators of a new video game about their experiences playing golf and the hosts' attempts to engage them on football, with the realization that they may have never seen any of the hosts' work.
05:21 - 07:20 (01:59)
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Video Games
Summary

The hosts talk to the creators of a new video game about their experiences playing golf and the hosts' attempts to engage them on football, with the realization that they may have never seen any of the hosts' work.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss their differing approaches to watching TV shows recommended to them and how they prepare for conversations about those shows.
07:20 - 10:10 (02:49)
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TV shows
Summary

The hosts discuss their differing approaches to watching TV shows recommended to them and how they prepare for conversations about those shows.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
This podcast episode discusses the topic of unconventional medical practices, such as laying on your back with a bottle of herbs on your chest or testing muscle strength to diagnose medical conditions, and shares personal anecdotes about these experiences.
10:10 - 12:52 (02:42)
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Unconventional Medicine
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the topic of unconventional medical practices, such as laying on your back with a bottle of herbs on your chest or testing muscle strength to diagnose medical conditions, and shares personal anecdotes about these experiences.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss their feelings of anger towards hypocrisy, as well as their personal experiences with Catholicism and coming out.
12:52 - 19:00 (06:07)
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religion
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The hosts discuss their feelings of anger towards hypocrisy, as well as their personal experiences with Catholicism and coming out. They delve into the topic of religion and how it has impacted their lives.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
Comedian talks about the power of comedy in educating people without them knowing it, while also discussing how it can change hearts and minds in a positive way.
19:00 - 23:34 (04:34)
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Comedy
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Comedian talks about the power of comedy in educating people without them knowing it, while also discussing how it can change hearts and minds in a positive way.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
Comedians and celebrities share their dating misfires on a weekly podcast, highlighting the importance of accepting the LGBTQ+ community as equals and overcoming societal prejudices.
23:34 - 27:41 (04:07)
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LGBTQ+
Summary

Comedians and celebrities share their dating misfires on a weekly podcast, highlighting the importance of accepting the LGBTQ+ community as equals and overcoming societal prejudices.

Episode
"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts give advice to those looking to break into the showbiz industry, suggesting to start creating content with a camera or phone and focus on making it great.
27:42 - 31:38 (03:55)
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Showbiz
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The hosts give advice to those looking to break into the showbiz industry, suggesting to start creating content with a camera or phone and focus on making it great. A story is shared about a blowup hole on the golf course.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The idea that passion is the sole driver of success is disagreed upon, as managing your expectations and taking or leaving opportunities can be more attractive.
31:38 - 35:10 (03:31)
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Success
Summary

The idea that passion is the sole driver of success is disagreed upon, as managing your expectations and taking or leaving opportunities can be more attractive. Making a second product can be helpful in proving that anyone can take on a new role in an industry they are passionate about.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The podcast covers a range of topics including the English football system, designing a 3D football helmet, and the speaker's love for making money.
35:10 - 39:09 (03:59)
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Football, Soccer, 3D Design, Money
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The podcast covers a range of topics including the English football system, designing a 3D football helmet, and the speaker's love for making money.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
This podcast episode discusses the strategy of building a self-sufficient football (soccer) club in North Wales, relying on global exposure and community support.
39:09 - 42:21 (03:11)
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Football, North Wales
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the strategy of building a self-sufficient football (soccer) club in North Wales, relying on global exposure and community support. The importance of community backing and the difference in leagues, such as the Premier League, is also highlighted.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
Malcolm Gladwell shares his thoughts on eating during interviews and why he doesn't feel the need to apologize for it, while also discussing his strategy for enticing Jason to come watch a game in North Wales.
42:21 - 44:09 (01:48)
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Interviewing
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Malcolm Gladwell shares his thoughts on eating during interviews and why he doesn't feel the need to apologize for it, while also discussing his strategy for enticing Jason to come watch a game in North Wales.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The sport itself becomes irrelevant when you get invested in the club, team, and human beings behind it.
44:09 - 47:33 (03:24)
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Sports
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The sport itself becomes irrelevant when you get invested in the club, team, and human beings behind it. Stories are what bring passion to sports irrespective of the kind of sport, Formula One racing or football.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
Two individuals discuss analyzing the acting techniques of Jason Bateman and how it can be challenging to emulate his style.
47:33 - 50:07 (02:33)
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Acting
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Two individuals discuss analyzing the acting techniques of Jason Bateman and how it can be challenging to emulate his style.

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"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess
The director of a popular podcast discusses their love of difficult projects and being asked a lot of questions during the process.
50:07 - 52:46 (02:38)
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Podcasting
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The director of a popular podcast discusses their love of difficult projects and being asked a lot of questions during the process. They are currently in the midst of releasing the second season of the podcast.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The speaker shares their interest in a person named Jason's family life and describes it as multi-faceted and intriguing.
52:46 - 54:25 (01:39)
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Family
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The speaker shares their interest in a person named Jason's family life and describes it as multi-faceted and intriguing.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The speaker sends his love to the fans and their families, expressing his admiration towards them both as individuals and for their podcast, which is very popular in America.
54:26 - 55:58 (01:32)
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Love
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The speaker sends his love to the fans and their families, expressing his admiration towards them both as individuals and for their podcast, which is very popular in America.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The speaker admires how a filmmaker just picked up a camera and started filming without any prior planning.
55:58 - 57:49 (01:51)
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Filmmaking
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The speaker admires how a filmmaker just picked up a camera and started filming without any prior planning. He suggests this as advice to young people wondering where to start with filmmaking.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
Will Arnett talks about how he discovered and worked with different bands for the soundtrack of his show, Flaked, which was later praised for having one of the best soundtracks in television history.
57:49 - 1:01:04 (03:14)
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Music
Summary

Will Arnett talks about how he discovered and worked with different bands for the soundtrack of his show, Flaked, which was later praised for having one of the best soundtracks in television history.

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"Rob McElhenney"
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SmartLess
The conversation ends with a sincere old-school goodbye.
1:01:04 - 1:02:03 (00:58)
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Conversation
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The conversation ends with a sincere old-school goodbye.

Episode
"Rob McElhenney"
Podcast
SmartLess