Penn's Sunday School Program Prevention Department
Sep 24, 2025
Penn shares his unique plan to wear Canadian shirts while touring Europe. He discusses a captivating experiment on boredom that enhances interaction and offers thoughts on modern communication. The impact of Lenny Bruce’s Palladium routine is explored, along with the intriguing concept of Phobophilia, a sketch-horror show rejected by Fox. Listeners get insights into movie auditions, nostalgic improv reunion plans, and a creative segment collecting dreams to analyze with AI. It's a delightful mix of storytelling and personal anecdotes!
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Do Five Minutes Of Device-Free Arrival
- Try a five-minute device-free pause when you arrive somewhere to ground yourself and connect with people present.
- Penn found it improved his mood and made interactions, like with Ready, much more meaningful.
Boredom Helps Confront Existential Questions
- Lack of boredom removes time to confront existential questions, which may deepen sadness.
- Reintroducing boredom forces reflection and can make life feel less empty.
Don't Skimp On Tip Prompts
- When given preset tip amounts, choose what feels right; Penn often selects the highest option and doesn't begrudge tips.
- He reasons generous tips most likely help someone who needs the money.