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Mentioned in 23 episodes

The Princess Bride

Book • 1973

William Goldman

The Princess Bride is a modern fantasy classic that tells the story of Buttercup, one of the world's most beautiful women, and her farm boy lover Westley.

The narrative is presented as an 'abridgment' of a nonexistent work by 'S.

Morgenstern', allowing Goldman to interject his own commentary and personal anecdotes.

The story involves quests for riches, revenge, power, and true love, featuring memorable characters such as the criminal mastermind Vizzini, the giant Fezzik, and the swordsman Inigo Montoya.

The tale is filled with swashbuckling adventures, daring feats, and a deep exploration of true love and its challenges.

Mentioned by

Robert Armstrong

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Preston Sprinkle

Mentioned in 23 episodes

Mentioned in relation to the character in the movie, which is also mentioned in the podcast.

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Mentioned by

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Mentioned as the actual author of The Princess Bride book

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in relation to his quote about Hollywood.

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Mentioned as the author of “The Princess Bride” and was first approached to write the movie.

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Mentioned by

Kirk Hamilton

as a fun and enjoyable book, possibly funnier than the movie adaptation.

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Mentioned by

Ted Cruz

as his favorite movie of all time, known for its memorable characters and lines.

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Mayim Bialik

as a popular culture example of common knowledge, referencing the poison scene.

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Taylor Lorenz

in reference to the online name of the Silk Road's pseudonymous owner.

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Mentioned by

Jill Furman

when discussing the unpredictability of the show business.

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Mentioned by

Van Lathan

during a tangent about the director's impressive filmography.

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Mentioned by

James Arnold Taylor

when referencing his role as Andre the Giant's voice double.

Mentioned when

Preston Sprinkle

compares defining gender to a scene in a movie.

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Mentioned by

Ted Cruz

as one of his favorite movies, which he has seen hundreds of times.

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Mentioned by

Paul Walker

as his favorite movie, using a quote from it to illustrate the misuse of the word 'inconceivable'.

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Mentioned by

Nim Shapira

when quoting Mandy Patinkin's line, 'You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means.'

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Mentioned in the episode as a reference point for the story of Nezahualcoyotl's revenge.

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