Rob Lowe, Burt Reynolds, and Ice-T discuss hidden secrets in movies, their personal stories of love and loss, childhood memories of visiting Papa's house, and discovering the troubled past of uncle Galen through his screenplays.
The podcast explores the disconnect between a poorly received movie's plot and the real-life experiences that inspired it.
The host embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind her uncle's story and the connection to the movie Crazy Six.
Deep dives
The Mystery of Crazy Six
The podcast episode delves into the story of a bad movie called Crazy Six, which the host couldn't forget for the past two years. The movie received scathing reviews and is considered one of the worst films ever made. However, the host discovers that buried within the script are secrets hidden by her uncle, who was involved in its creation. The podcast explores the disconnect between the movie's plot and the real-life experiences that inspired it.
Remembering Grandma
The episode also delves into the personal experiences of the host's grandmother, known as Papa, who played a vital role in bringing her family to the United States from China. The host reflects on the last moments spent with Papa before her passing, reminisces about the meals she used to cook, and highlights the feelings of loss and regret for not fully knowing her grandmother's life story.
Discovering Uncle Galen's Secrets
The podcast uncovers hidden aspects of the host's uncle, Galen, who led a troubled life marked by drug addiction, involvement with a Chinese gang, and incarceration. Galen passed away, leaving behind a box containing his screenplays, including one called It's All in the Game. The host realizes that this screenplay shares similarities with the movie Crazy Six and embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind her uncle's story and the connection to the movie.
Maya goes to visit her dying grandmother. While there, she’s given a box that sends her on a mission to discover her family’s biggest secrets and their connection to Rob Lowe, Burt Reynolds, and Ice-T.
Magnificent Jerk is an Apple Original podcast, produced by Pineapple Street Studios. Follow and listen on Apple Podcasts.