Comedy Bang Bang: The Podcast Pelican Briefcase (Jim O’Heir, Paul Rust, James Mannion)
Nov 18, 2024
Jim O’Heir, beloved for his role as Jerry on "Parks and Recreation," shares insights from his book, celebrating friendships and anecdotes from filming. Cecil Sotheby from Sotheby's Auction House reveals upcoming celebrity memorabilia, including bizarre auction items. Mailman Chris Orchard returns to discuss his unique mail delivery experiences and his relationship antics. The trio weaves humor into tales of fame, quirky collectibles, and whimsical holiday spirit, making for an entertaining conversation that blends nostalgia and laughter.
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Casting And Commitment On Parks And Rec
- Jim O’Heir recounts being one of the few actors who shot every Parks and Recreation episode and how cast members sometimes left for other projects.
- He credits showrunner Mike Schur for allowing actors to take outside jobs, which helped careers like Chris Pratt's flourish.
How Jim Wrote His Book
- Jim describes the book-writing process: long recorded conversations, a ghostwriter, then rewriting into his voice.
- He shares that Matt Didana drafted it and Jim adjusted phrasing to match his speech, even removing words like “Nietzsche.”
The Show Felt Like A Real Family
- Jim frames his book as a sincere "love letter" to Parks and Recreation and its cast relationships.
- He emphasizes the genuine camaraderie on the show that he feels was rare in TV production.
