The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast The Tangent and Close Talkers
Apr 29, 2024
The Lonely Island discusses The Tangent digital short, Close Talkers, and memories working with Steve Martin. Topics include naming the podcast, Steve Martin's talents, encounters with Prince, and sketch mishaps with famous guests.
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Collective Movie Experiences
- The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers reminisce about watching movies together, including Beowulf and Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans.
- Seth Meyers expresses regret for not discussing Bad Lieutenant with Werner Herzog.
Herzog onomatopoeia
- Seth Meyers discusses asking Werner Herzog about onomatopoeia, specifically "cock-a-doodle-doo."
- Yorma Ticoni reveals prior knowledge of varying onomatopoeic words across languages.
The Tangent Origins
- Bill Hader wrote The Tangent short film for Fred Armisen, based on his tendency to ramble.
- The short follows a man's journey through showbiz as he talks endlessly, escalating to fame and back down again.