WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 1672 - Jeremy Allen White
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Aug 25, 2025 Jeremy Allen White, best known for his roles in Shameless and The Bear, delves into his transformative experience playing Bruce Springsteen in Deliver Me From Nowhere. He candidly discusses his journey from childhood dance classes to tackling anxiety and panic attacks while navigating the challenges of acting. Jeremy shares insights about his professional relationships in Hollywood and the importance of vulnerability in performance. They also touch on the role of mentorship in shaping his career and the evolving nature of acting.
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Phone Time Distorts Real Time
- Marc Maron observes that excessive "head time" from phones and digital content distorts real-time perception and exhausts attention.
- He argues reclaiming real-time presence is necessary to feel life moving at a human pace.
Detach Consciously From Your Phone
- Marc Maron decided to detach from his phone to recover attention and engage with real life again.
- He recommends conscious decisions to limit screen time and rediscover present-moment experiences.
Cat Medication And Behavior Fix
- Marc recounts treating his cat Charlie with Prozac which changed behavior but didn't fix aggression, and switching medications and strategies instead.
- He began a behavioral plan with separation, Buspirone for Buster, and help from Jackson Galaxy to avoid rehoming Charlie.