The Great Creators with Guy Raz Josh Brolin: His Wild Childhood, ‘The Goonies’, and Trading Stocks to Survive Before ‘No Country for Old Men’
Dec 3, 2024
Josh Brolin, an acclaimed actor known for his roles in Dune and No Country for Old Men, shares his remarkable journey from a chaotic childhood on a horse ranch to teen stardom in The Goonies. He candidly discusses a two-decade professional hiatus and how he turned to stock trading for survival. Brolin reflects on the challenges of maintaining identity in a competitive industry, the significance of personal growth in his 50s, and the complexities of portraying multifaceted characters. His memoir, 'From Under the Truck,' offers deeper insights into his vibrant life and career.
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F It Decade Brings Authenticity
- In his 50s Josh Brolin entered a "fuck it" decade where he cares less about perception and more about being authentic.
- He explains that confidence now means not proving anything and avoiding needless fights or posturing.
Ranch Childhood Over Celebrity Myth
- Brolin describes growing up in rural Paso Robles on a horse ranch with as many as 65 horses.
- He emphasizes the rural, horse-country upbringing over the glamorous perception of his family.
Acting Is Behavioral Study
- Acting revealed itself to Brolin as behavioral study rather than mere fame.
- He realized performance was molding behavior and reflecting human experience, not just celebrity.
