The Way I Heard It with Mike Rowe 368: Neal McDonough—The Luckiest Man on the Face of the Earth
Jan 30, 2024
Neal McDonough, the consummate villainous actor's actor, discusses his childhood growing up in a motel, being blacklisted in Hollywood, and his role as the Benefactor in the movie The Shift. They also talk about Lou Gehrig's famous quote, McDonough's experiences living in a motel, the challenges of being an actor, and the importance of gratitude, work ethic, and hope for success.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Lou Gehrig's Famous Quote and the Career of a Villainous Actor
01:56 • 3min
Reminiscing about Syracuse and a Memorable Performance
05:19 • 11min
Growing up in a Motel
16:32 • 7min
Enduring Challenges and Teasing for Wearing Lou Gehrig Attire
24:00 • 2min
The Process of Being an Actor
25:48 • 16min
Reflecting on Political Beliefs and Personal Accountability
41:43 • 2min
Resenting the Things We Rely On
43:30 • 2min
The Frustration of Things Not Working and Crowdfunding a Film
45:17 • 4min
Filming a Movie and Creating Content
49:46 • 15min
Gratitude, Work Ethic, and Hope
01:04:17 • 13min