Blocks w/ Neal Brennan Judd Apatow
Aug 31, 2023
Judd Apatow, the filmmaker, writer, and producer, talks about feeling lonely and isolated. He discusses existential terror, self-esteem, hypervigilance, and workaholism. Apatow opens up about people pleasing and his body image. The podcast also touches on the visual aspect of podcasting and the fear of death. They explore the power of comedy and storytelling, and the impact of mind-altering substances on spiritual connection.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Visual Aspect of Podcasting and Recent Trip to London
02:07 • 2min
Table Read for 'Trainwreck'
03:52 • 15min
Existential Terror and the Fear of Death
19:00 • 16min
Game Time: Stress-Free Ticket Buying
34:37 • 6min
Validation in the Entertainment Industry
40:44 • 6min
Insights into Comedians, their Journals, and the Journey
47:11 • 2min
Recognizing Off-Track and the Significance of Constant Reminders
48:48 • 2min
The Pressure and Paranoia of Working in Entertainment
50:56 • 14min
Pavlock, Behavior Change, and Workaholism
01:04:52 • 3min
The Power of Comedy and Storytelling
01:07:56 • 10min
Mind-Altering Substances and Spiritual Connection
01:17:42 • 17min