Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Jon Bernthal
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May 5, 2025 Jon Bernthal, an Emmy Award-winning actor, shares insights from his diverse career and personal life. He discusses how embracing his scruffy appearance has influenced his roles and emphasizes teaching his kids emotional resilience. Jon reflects on his artistic growth from attending acting school in Russia, blending his love for theater and sports, even making money playing baseball. He also delves into the values he gained from a Quaker upbringing, shedding light on anger management through boxing and the importance of sincerity in interactions.
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Struggles Turning to Authenticity
- Jon Bernthal struggled with feeling unattractive and faced rejection early in his acting career.
- This initially led to self-doubt, but ultimately helped him find roles that suited his authentic appearance.
Teach Healthy Relationship to Violence
- Teach children to have a healthy relationship with violence based on honor and safety.
- Encourage managing emotions and avoiding reactions driven by anger or fear.
Acting School in Wild Moscow
- Jon studied acting in Moscow during a wild, lawless time with a rigorous training program.
- Language barriers and cultural challenges deepened his appreciation for discipline and theater as a serious art form.
