Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard Anthony Anderson
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Apr 28, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, Anthony Anderson, an Emmy-nominated actor and comedian best known for his roles in Black-ish and Law & Order, shares a hilarious story about breaking a Guinness World Record for hitting a golf ball with an unusually long club. He humorously speculates on Stevie Wonder’s eyesight and recounts the amusing saga of trying to cash in on a dinner promise from Lionel Richie. Delving into family legacy, Anthony also reflects on the lasting impact of losing his father while highlighting his journey through grief and nostalgia.
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Guinness World Record Golf Swing
- Anthony Anderson hit a golf ball 200 feet with a 36-foot long club, setting a Guinness World Record.
- His son also set a record for putting on the most t-shirts in 30 seconds at a school event.
Stevie Wonder's Stage Navigation
- At a jazz festival in Trinidad, Stevie Wonder walked confidently through a packed, chaotic stage to ask Anthony Anderson for a piano.
- Anderson marvels at Wonder's way of navigating, suggesting he might indeed be able to see.
Growing Up in Compton's Hard Reality
- Anthony Anderson describes growing up in Compton amid gang territories and violence.
- He recalls the early mornings waiting at dangerous bus stops and always being alert for survival.
