"Publicly Sick and Writing Brave Stories" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang
Deep Dive
Why did Elizabeth Finch lie about having cancer while working on Grey's Anatomy?
She wanted to be hired for her public image of being a brave cancer fighter.
Why did Elizabeth Finch claim she was getting a kidney transplant from Anna Paquin?
To manipulate people and gain sympathy by associating with a famous friend.
Why is Chromatica considered one of the best pop albums of the last decade?
It's a top-to-bottom spectacular album that resonated deeply during the pandemic.
Why did Eva Longoria save John Wick 4 from financial failure?
She invested $6 million to ensure the film's completion.
Why is Billie Eilish considered a living legend?
Her dexterous and emotionally intelligent voice, storytelling, and stage presence.
Why is Wicked being released as two films?
To fully explore the dense and complex story with character arcs and emotional beats.
Why did Matt Rogers feel the need to defend Chapel Roan's confrontation with a paparazzi?
He believes pop stars should be dynamic and confrontational, and Chapel was standing up for herself.
Why did Bowen Yang criticize the discourse around Lady Gaga's 'return to pop'?
He feels Chromatica is a significant pop album that shouldn't be overlooked or erased.
Why did Stevie Nicks not have rivals in her career?
She viewed everyone as friends and focused on her music rather than competition.
Why did Matt Rogers love Producer Becca's Halloween costume?
It was a high-production-value, accurate, and energetic Chapel Roan Statue of Liberty costume.
- Project 2025, a blueprint for a fascist takeover, is discussed.
- The speakers express hope that a fascist takeover is not inevitable.
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