WTF with Marc Maron Podcast Episode 1500 - Paul Giamatti
Jan 4, 2024
Actor Paul Giamatti and host Marc talk about their shared interests, including books, movies, late night talk show clips, and conspiracies. They also discuss their love for old sci-fi novels, growing up in New Haven, the impact of movies in childhood, challenges of public speaking, and the conveniences in movies. They delve into the movie 'The Phenom' and Ethan Hawke's preparation for roles, as well as their fascination with esoteric topics and conspiracy theories.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Reflections on Reaching Episode 1500
02:35 • 8min
Upcoming Tours, NUAM Weight Loss Program, and Conversation About Paul Giamatti
10:40 • 4min
Obsession with Books and the Joy of Finding Old Sci-Fi Novels
14:38 • 13min
Embracing the Weird: Growing Up in New Haven
27:32 • 8min
Reflections on the Impact of Movies in Childhood
35:07 • 9min
Studying English at Yale and Challenges as a Tenured Professor
44:32 • 8min
The Challenges of Public Speaking
52:24 • 17min
Convenience in Movies and the Evolving Meaning of 'Character Actor'
01:09:19 • 9min
Discussion about the movie 'The Phenom' and Ethan Hawke's preparation for roles
01:18:24 • 2min
Exploring Esoteric Topics and Conspiracy Theories
01:19:58 • 7min
Accessibility, Conspiracy Theories, and Fascism
01:27:22 • 9min