Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma

ENCORE: Ruddiculous Holiday Party

Dec 25, 2024

Join Paul Rudd, the beloved actor known for his roles in Clueless and Ant-Man, as he shares laughs and fears with Paul Giamatti and Stephen Asma. They dive into childhood phobias, touching on hilariously awkward moments with clowns and bugs. Rudd recounts quirky Hollywood experiences, like his time in facial casts and encounters with wild animal actors, leading to humorous tales of performance anxiety. The trio reflects on the absurdity of fears and how their unique childhood adventures shaped their perspectives—perfectly blending laughter and nostalgia for the holidays!

54:40

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Paul Rudd

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Quick takeaways

Paul Rudd shares personal anecdotes illustrating how childhood fears can transform into phobias, significantly impacting daily life and mental health.

The podcast examines the paradox of fear, where exposure to frightening experiences can evoke both anxiety and a thrill, attracting individuals to confront their fears.

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Exploring Childhood Fears

The episode delves into the differences between fear and phobia, particularly through personal anecdotes shared by Paul Rudd. Rudd reflects on his childhood fears, recalling his intense reactions to bugs and the irrationality that often accompanies such fears. He shares a vivid memory where he was so terrified that he needed to be slowly lowered into a warm bath to calm down. This discussion highlights how normal fears can escalate into phobias that can significantly hinder one’s everyday life.

Intro

2min

Unmasking Childhood Fears

16min

Comfort in Closets and Hollywood Stories

4min

Childhood Adventures and Anxieties

7min

Reflections on Childhood, Culture, and Performance Anxiety

4min

Fears, Phobias, and the Absurdity of Animal Actors

20min

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This holiday season, we’re looking back at one of our favorite guests of 2024, with an encore incomparable Paul Rudd recorded live from Brooklyn! Two Pauls and one Stephen dive into fears, phobias, and weird childhood memories, exploring everything from stage fright to public speaking. Of course, it wouldn’t be a Chinwag without creepy puppets, recurring nightmares, and tales of real-life bears on a movie set. Ring in the joy, laughs, and a touch of weirdness—perfect for the holiday season!

Paul Rudd is an American actor known for films like Clueless, Anchorman, and his role as Ant-Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Paul Giamatti is a Golden Globe award winning actor and producer. Stephen Asma is a professor and author specializing in the philosophy of science, religion, and art.

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