Episode

"Shawn Levy"
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56:08
Published: Mon Aug 15 2022
Description

Talk about great hair… it’s Shawn Levy comin’ through from a Hungarian hotel to educate us on cinematic heft and settle-down hands. We try to quit him, but we can’t, because as Shawn L. would say: “when the tan fades, I’m concerned.” Bienvenue à MoinsIntelligent.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.

Chapters
The hosts of the Smartless podcast struggle to come up with an engaging introduction, resulting in a comedic exchange of failed attempts.
00:00 - 01:33 (01:33)
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Podcast
Summary

The hosts of the Smartless podcast struggle to come up with an engaging introduction, resulting in a comedic exchange of failed attempts.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The podcast hosts debate preferred bagel toppings and discuss a behind the scenes project with director Sam Jones.
01:33 - 03:44 (02:11)
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Bagel Preferences
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The podcast hosts debate preferred bagel toppings and discuss a behind the scenes project with director Sam Jones.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The discussed director has worked on some of the biggest comedies, films, and television shows of all time.
03:44 - 05:14 (01:29)
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film, television, comedy
Summary

The discussed director has worked on some of the biggest comedies, films, and television shows of all time.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss the experience of being on location for extended periods of time and reminisce about a casting session for Night at the Museum.
05:18 - 07:41 (02:23)
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Filmmaking
Summary

The hosts discuss the experience of being on location for extended periods of time and reminisce about a casting session for Night at the Museum.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The challenges of teaching camera blocking, lighting, and cues to legally blind actors and actresses in filmmaking, with an emphasis on calibrating for screen size and lens size, and adapting to specific needs or physical limitations.
07:41 - 14:02 (06:21)
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Filmmaking
Summary

The challenges of teaching camera blocking, lighting, and cues to legally blind actors and actresses in filmmaking, with an emphasis on calibrating for screen size and lens size, and adapting to specific needs or physical limitations.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker talks about the impact of their difficult childhood on the way they handle emotions in the present day, and how it can sometimes be challenging.
14:02 - 18:11 (04:08)
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Emotions
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The speaker talks about the impact of their difficult childhood on the way they handle emotions in the present day, and how it can sometimes be challenging. They also touch on the topic of suppressing emotions in certain situations.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The Generation Y podcast explores the tragic story of Khalif Browder, a young boy who was wrongly accused of a crime and held at Rikers Island for three years without bail.
18:11 - 22:12 (04:01)
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True Crime
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The Generation Y podcast explores the tragic story of Khalif Browder, a young boy who was wrongly accused of a crime and held at Rikers Island for three years without bail.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The transcript is unclear and does not provide any coherent information or context.
22:13 - 25:26 (03:13)
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N/A
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The transcript is unclear and does not provide any coherent information or context.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
Filmmaker Sean Levy discusses his ability to predict what will be successful and how he gained new "visual muscles" while working on Stranger Things.
25:26 - 30:52 (05:25)
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Filmmaking
Summary

Filmmaker Sean Levy discusses his ability to predict what will be successful and how he gained new "visual muscles" while working on Stranger Things.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss techniques for making non-funny people appear humorous, referencing an example of an actor appearing on a talk show, who surprised the hosts with their comedic delivery.
30:52 - 35:08 (04:16)
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Comedy
Summary

The hosts discuss techniques for making non-funny people appear humorous, referencing an example of an actor appearing on a talk show, who surprised the hosts with their comedic delivery.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker talks about finding fun in midlife as well as the ability to effortlessly memorize lines as one gets more experienced as an actor.
35:08 - 37:59 (02:51)
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Personal Growth
Summary

The speaker talks about finding fun in midlife as well as the ability to effortlessly memorize lines as one gets more experienced as an actor.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The importance of finding a balance between work and fun, staying true to oneself and prioritizing family life is discussed in this episode.
37:59 - 41:42 (03:43)
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Work-Life Balance
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The importance of finding a balance between work and fun, staying true to oneself and prioritizing family life is discussed in this episode.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
A father reflects on his son growing up and borrowing his shoes to work out in.
41:42 - 44:33 (02:51)
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Fatherhood
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A father reflects on his son growing up and borrowing his shoes to work out in.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The hosts discuss the fear of running out of motivation and energy when children leave home for college, and how even just preparing for the eventual departure can be emotionally taxing.
44:33 - 47:10 (02:36)
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Empty Nesting
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The hosts discuss the fear of running out of motivation and energy when children leave home for college, and how even just preparing for the eventual departure can be emotionally taxing.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker talks about his snacking habits and how he has a weakness for caramel corn and mega-size M&Ms with peanut butter, especially when he is alone in airports.
47:10 - 49:43 (02:33)
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Snacking
Summary

The speaker talks about his snacking habits and how he has a weakness for caramel corn and mega-size M&Ms with peanut butter, especially when he is alone in airports.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
Recounting a memory of going out for frozen yogurt 20 years ago with a friend in Beverly Hills.
49:43 - 52:28 (02:45)
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Fro-Yo
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Recounting a memory of going out for frozen yogurt 20 years ago with a friend in Beverly Hills.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker describes the positive impact of working with a personality that is always supportive, particularly on a film set.
52:28 - 56:45 (04:17)
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Film Industry
Summary

The speaker describes the positive impact of working with a personality that is always supportive, particularly on a film set.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess
A conversation about a man who picked up hitchhikers and murdered them, giving them his word that he wouldn't hurt them.
56:45 - 57:24 (00:39)
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Crime
Summary

A conversation about a man who picked up hitchhikers and murdered them, giving them his word that he wouldn't hurt them. The group speculates about how he chose his victims and what his ultimate motivations were.

Episode
"Shawn Levy"
Podcast
SmartLess