Deep Dive
Why did Rob Delaney decide to move to London 10 years ago?
Rob Delaney moved to London 10 years ago for the show Catastrophe, which he starred in and created with Sharon Horgan.
Why does Rob Delaney think London is a better place to live compared to Los Angeles?
Rob Delaney prefers London because of the NHS, which provides better healthcare without the financial burden, and the lack of guns, which makes the city safer.
Why did Rob Delaney and his wife decide to join an olive oil club?
They joined an olive oil club because their Greek neighbor's father makes olive oil in Greece, and having unlimited great olive oil has been a significant improvement to their life.
Why did Rob Delaney change his diet and stop eating flour and sugar?
Rob Delaney changed his diet to lose weight after seeing himself in a shirtless scene from a movie. He cut out flour and sugar and stopped eating after dinner, which helped him lose weight and improved his immune system.
Why did Rob Delaney and his wife meet at a summer camp?
Rob Delaney and his wife met at a summer camp for people with disabilities where they were both camp counselors. The environment allowed them to see each other's altruistic tendencies and fall in love.
Why does Rob Delaney enjoy cold water swimming?
Rob Delaney enjoys cold water swimming because it gives him a natural high and a sense of well-being, similar to the feeling he used to get from alcohol. It also has a social aspect as he swims with a group of wonderful people.
Why did Rob Delaney's older children watch Deadpool and Wolverine despite the age-inappropriate content?
Rob Delaney's older children watched Deadpool and Wolverine because he wanted them to understand why their friends were making fun of their dad, given the violent and profane content of the films.
Why does Rob Delaney still put himself in the shows he writes?
Rob Delaney puts himself in the shows he writes to gain more recognition and 'juice' in the industry, as people often don't care about writers or directors unless they are also actors.
Why does Rob Delaney prefer Cod on Upper Street for lunch in London?
Rob Delaney prefers Cod on Upper Street because it is less pretentious, less crowded, and cheaper than Otto Lange, but the food is just as good and lovingly prepared.
Why does Rob Delaney find grapefruit and blueberries nostalgic?
Rob Delaney finds grapefruit and blueberries nostalgic because they were snacks his mother used to give him when he was a child, and they make him very happy.
- Rob Delaney's acting career
- His role in Bad Monkey
- "Catastrophe" collaboration with Sharon Horgan
- Filming locations of Bad Monkey
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