Comedian Dana Carvey shares quirky family anecdotes, including his brother's influence on the Garth character and a bizarre tale of reviving a frog with batteries. He also discusses his comedic struggles with TMJ during a movie shoot.
Inspiration for the character Garth came from a quirky and innovative science-minded brother named Brad.
The speaker's dedication to his craft was evident when he continued making a face causing severe pain despite advice to stop.
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The Science Kid Brother and the Frog Experiment
One of the older brothers, Brad, inspired the character Garth in the speaker's story. Brad, known as a science kid, once revived a seemingly dead frog using two D cell batteries, leaving a lasting impression. This incident showcases Brad's quirky and innovative approach to things, highlighting his unique character.
The Painful Consequence of Comedy
During the making of the speaker's movie, he developed severe TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder) from constantly contorting his face. Despite the pain, when the dentist advised him to stop making the face causing the issue, he humorously refused, emphasizing the dedication to his craft even in the face of physical discomfort.
Dana Carvey jokes about Garth in his Netflix special, "Straight White Male, 60". Follow us @NetflixIsAJoke on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.
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