THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST

EP.221 - TIM HEIDECKER

Feb 26, 2024

Tim Heidecker discusses early influences, non-comedy music, Bob Dylan, and antagonizing the alt-right. They cover Randy Newman, Beatles history, critiquing American stand-up, and visual aesthetics. The conversation delves into comedy, music, and a movie about a secluded life in the desert.

58:21

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Tim Heidecker

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Quick takeaways

Tim Heidecker evolved from comedic origins to serious music, exploring mortality and authenticity in his albums.

Heidecker's intentional shift towards sincerity over pure comedy emphasizes the importance of exploring diverse creative avenues.

Tim Heidecker navigates social media criticisms with resilience, balancing engagement with fans and setting boundaries effectively.

Deep dives

Tim Heidecker's Background and Comedy Career

Tim Heidecker, an American comedian, actor, and musician, rose to fame through collaborations with Eric Wareheim. They gained recognition with their TV break in the early 2000s after sending material to Bob Odenkirk, leading to the creation of the influential Tim and Eric's crudely animated show, Tom Goes to the Mayor. The duo's unique style defined Adult Swim's experimental, surreal, and transgressive humor. Besides projects with Wareheim, Heidecker has acted in films like Bridesmaids and taken a more serious turn with the web series 'On Cinema,' providing satire on movie reviews.

Introduction

3min

Tim Heidecker's Influence on Experimental Comedy and Music

19min

Health Regimen and Creativity through Long Walks

2min

Evolution of Identity and Creative Process

8min

Exploring Beatles History and Comedy Performances

14min

Exploring Comedy Preferences and Critiquing American Stand-up Specials

2min

Exploring Comedy, Music, and Visual Aesthetics

7min

Exploring a movie about a secluded life in the desert

4min

Adam talks with American comedian, actor and musician Tim Heidecker about early Tim & Eric influences, making non-comedy music, Bob Dylan, and antagonising the alt-right.

This conversation was recorded face-to-face in London on 25th March, 2023.

Thanks to Séamus Murphy-Mitchell for production support and conversation editing.

Podcast artwork by Helen Green

RELATED LINKS

OFFICE HOURS (YOUTUBE CHANNEL)

ON CINEMA ON THE HEI NETWORK

TIM HEIDECKER'S WEBSITE

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TOM GOES TO THE MAYOR - 2004 (YOUTUBE PLAYLIST)

TIM AND ERIC SEASON 5 MOST UNDERRATED MOMENTS (YOUTUBE)

THE BEST OF TIM AND ERIC AWESOME SHOW (YOUTUBE PLAYLIST)

AN EVENING WITH TIM HEIDECKER - STAND UP SPECIAL - 2021 (YOUTUBE)