Adam Carolla Show Best of ACS: Paul Walter Hauser, Steve Guttenberg, Lou Diamond Phillips, and Dana Gould
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Dec 29, 2025 
Join Paul Walter Hauser, a breakout star from 'I, Tonya', as he shares his journey from casting to sobriety and the challenges of public perception. Lou Diamond Phillips opens up about his unique name and memorable experiences during Malibu fires, while Dana Gould dives into the intricacies of being a 'comedian’s comedian' and balancing creativity with career choices. Each guest adds a unique flavor, discussing everything from personal growth to the quirks of memory and community resilience.
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Choosing Clint Eastwood Over A Safer Deal
- Paul Walter Hauser describes being offered competing Richard Jewell projects and choosing Clint Eastwood's film over a lucrative TV deal.
- Three weeks later he was meeting Clint on the Warner Brothers lot, illustrating chance and career risk-taking.
Appearance Trumps Competence Too Often
- Adam Carolla and Paul Hauser note society overvalues polished appearance and underestimates competence.
- They argue aesthetic praise often replaces genuine evaluation of skill or intelligence.
Visibility Influences Perceived Quality
- Both guests observe people trust visible, public preparation more than hidden hygiene or standards.
- Paul Walter Hauser connects immediacy and visible craft to perceived quality.