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The Absurdity of Actors: Tuesday, November 12th, 2024

2024/11/12
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Key Insights

Why did Kiki Palmer not work with Ryan Murphy again after 'Scream Queens'?

Kiki Palmer alleges that Ryan Murphy called her unprofessional for booking personal commitments on a day she was supposed to have off from 'Scream Queens'. She prioritized her other work over returning to set, which may have affected her relationship with Murphy.

Why did Chloe Fineman share her experience of being made to cry by Elon Musk?

Chloe Fineman shared her story in response to Elon Musk criticizing the impersonation of him on SNL. She wanted to reveal that he was the one who made her cry, but the story didn't portray Musk as harshly as she might have intended, making her look like a crybaby instead.

Why didn't Timothee Chalamet adopt the method acting approach for his Bob Dylan role?

Timothee Chalamet decided against method acting because it wasn't his style and it wasn't how Bob Dylan lived his life. He felt that trying to mimic Dylan's lifestyle, which included heavy drinking and smoking, wasn't necessary for his performance.

Why is Veterans Day not as celebrated as other holidays?

Veterans Day is perceived as less celebrated because it doesn't have the same level of commercial and social hype as holidays like Memorial Day or Columbus Day. This lack of widespread celebration may reflect a cultural undervaluing of veterans' contributions.

Why did Kevin Costner feel wronged by the creators of 'Yellowstone'?

Kevin Costner felt wronged because he was unaware of the fate of his character until he was informed by friends who watched the show. He also expressed dissatisfaction with the production schedule, which he felt was not conducive to his availability.

Chapters

The hosts discuss the lack of attention and respect given to Veterans Day, comparing it to other bank holidays and questioning the cultural perception of veterans.
  • Veterans Day does not receive the same level of attention as other bank holidays.
  • The lack of social media graphics and public recognition on Veterans Day suggests a cultural disregard.
  • The hosts acknowledge their own oversight in not mentioning Veterans Day on the show.

Shownotes Transcript

  • Megan Fox is pregnant (Page Six) (27:00)
  • KeKe Palmer Alleges Ryan Murphy "Ripped" Into Her While Working on 'Scream Queens' (The Hollywood Reporter) (32:46)
  • 'SNL' star Chloe Fineman claims Elon Musk made her 'burst into tears' (Page Six) (37:58)
  • Timothee Chalamet on Why He Didn't Take 'Good Friend' Austin Butler's Elvis Approach When Playing Bob Dylan (PEOPLE) (49:59)
  • 'Yellowstone' Creator Taylor Sheridan Teams With Blake Shelton for CBS Singing Competition 'The Road' (Variety) (58:26)

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