414: Rob Lowe was Here… Literally!
The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe
Deep Dive
Why does Rob Lowe enjoy doing his gameshow The Floor and his podcast Literally!?
He appreciates the shift from scripted work to more spontaneous formats, meeting the audience where they are, and evolving his career to stay relevant.
How does Rob Lowe approach staying relevant in his career?
He pivots and evolves, adapting to new formats like game shows and podcasts, and meeting younger audiences where they are, even if their cultural references differ.
What did Rob Lowe and Mike Rowe discuss during their conversation?
They avoided typical questions about Lowe's past projects and scandals, focusing instead on more personal and spontaneous topics like Sammy Davis Jr. and cultural references.
How does Mike Rowe feel about Rob Lowe's appearance on his podcast?
Mike found it enjoyable and engaging, noting that the time flew by and they covered a variety of topics without dwelling on Lowe's past career highlights.
What cultural references did Rob Lowe and Mike Rowe bond over?
They shared a mutual appreciation for artists like Sammy Davis Jr., Steely Dan, and Yacht Rock, discussing specific songs and albums like Countdown to Ecstasy.
- Rob Lowe was chased by a bear while listening to Mike Rowe's podcast.
- The experience led to a favor involving his son and a birthday shout-out.
- This favor eventually resulted in Rob Lowe agreeing to appear on the podcast.
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