

741. - Hamilton Leithauser
16 snips Jan 10, 2025
Hamilton Leithauser shares insights on his new record and memorable moments from his music career. He reflects on the recent Los Angeles fires and the community's resilience amid chaos. The conversation touches on the hilarity of dinner theater hecklers, encounters with celebrities, and humorous takes on politics, including Jimmy Carter's funeral. They dive into the dynamics of live performances, the absurdities of celebrity culture, and personal anecdotes about drinks, parenting, and the evolving music scene.
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LA Fires
- Chris and Jason discuss the severity of the LA fires and their impact.
- They mention Runyon Canyon being on fire, friends' houses burning down, and the widespread evacuations.
Presidential Interactions at Carter's Funeral
- The hosts discuss Jimmy Carter's funeral and the viral video of George W. Bush tapping Barack Obama's stomach.
- They also mention Trump and Obama chatting and Mike Pence's wife ignoring Trump.
Hamilton's Recent Projects
- Hamilton Leithauser discusses scoring movies and podcasts, including Pete Buttigieg's podcast and a new Jon Hamm series.
- He mentions meeting Dennis Quaid and receiving a root beer-flavored vape pen.