Pints With Aquinas Shayne Smith CONVERTS to Catholicism | Ep. 445
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Jan 9, 2024 Shayne Smith, an American comedian and vocalist for Painted Devils, talks about his experiences opening for Norm McDonald, addiction, false cancer diagnosis, difficult childhood, love for tattoos and horror movies, exploring the commitment of being straight edge, introduction to God through hardcore music, childhood love for Metallica, rediscovering hobbies after converting to Catholicism, difference between Mormonism and Catholicism in media consumption, conversations about religious backgrounds and conversion to Catholicism, the speaker's personal conversion journey, the impact of comedians and the power of laughter in serious situations.
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Opening for Norm
- Shayne Smith recounts opening for Norm Macdonald.
- Macdonald invited Smith to dinner, demonstrating unexpected kindness.
Macdonald's Humility
- Norm Macdonald treated Shayne Smith as an equal despite their differing levels of fame.
- He was incredibly present and offered genuine advice without being grandiose.
Early Smoking
- Shayne Smith started smoking at 12 after robbing a gas station with friends.
- He smoked heavily until 14, highlighting a difficult childhood.