Guest Hannah Einbinder chats about her role in 'Hacks', generational comedy divide, balancing acting and stand-up. Topics include competitive cheerleading, emotional last back tuck, Chappell Roan's rise, packing shoes, Bennifer, and painful toe stubs.
Transitioning from competitive cheerleading to comedy provided a new sense of purpose and career pursuit.
Influential movies like 'Bring It On' shaped perspectives on identity and career paths.
Struggling with identity after leaving competitive cheerleading led to personal growth and acceptance.
Emotional connection through music, like Kacey Musgraves, plays a crucial role in personal growth and expression.
Deep dives
Shift in Identity and Pursuit of Comedy
Leaving the intense world of competitive cheerleading led to an identity crisis, especially transitioning from high school to college. Discovering comedy in college through improv and stand-up provided a new outlet and sense of purpose. Opening for a comedian and pursuing stand-up marked a significant shift in identity and career pursuit.
Impact of Culture and Film on Identity
Experiencing movies like 'Bring It On' and 'Drop Dead Gorgeous' created a deep connection with elements of character acting and comedy. The impactful performances resonate to this day, reshaping perspectives on identity, culture, and career paths.
Change in Goals and Identity Shift in Athletics
Transitioning from competitive cheerleading to college led to a challenging identity shift as high school achievements in sports no longer aligned with future pursuits. Recognizing the impact of sports on identity and the need for change marked a significant personal growth and acceptance.
Musical Impact on Emotional Catharsis and Cultural Significance
Experiencing catharsis through music, especially from artists like Kacey Musgraves at live concerts, provides a deep emotional connection and cultural significance. The transformative power of music and its ability to evoke strong emotions and cultural resonance play a crucial role in personal growth and expression.
Reflections on Stand-Up Comedy and Live Performances
The speakers reminisce about their earlier days in stand-up comedy, the thrill of performing live, and the evolution of their performances over time. They highlight the challenges of balancing personal growth with the demands of the industry, expressing nostalgia for the freedom to experiment on stage and the importance of continuously creating new material.
Impact of Public Opinion on Creativity
The speakers delve into the pressures of being evaluated and the struggle with perfectionism in their creative endeavors. They discuss the impact of external opinions on their work and the need to overcome self-imposed restrictions to foster creativity and embrace new challenges through a lens of self-acceptance and growth.
Challenges of Balance and Innovation in Comedy
The speakers explore the complexities of maintaining authenticity in an ever-evolving comedic landscape. They contemplate the need for continuous innovation, the struggle of meeting expectations, and the importance of staying true to their artistic identities amidst industry demands. The conversation encapsulates the challenges and rewards of embracing change and finding balance in the creative process.
Y'all are about to be sponge. Finally, Hannah Einbinder is on Las Cultch! Hannah and our hosts fight through tears to chat about her new MAX special Everything Must Go, acting across from The Legend (JS) on Hacks and being shocked it's happening, the current generational divide on the state of comedy and the happy challenge of balancing acting and stand up. Also, Bring It On as formative culture, Hannah's storied history as a competitive cheerleader and the emotional moment when she knew she had done her last ever back tuck. All this, Chappell Roan's wild ascendance, how every wig is a stepping stone, the sad state of Bennifer, the impossible task of packing shoes in luggage and how badly it hurts when you stub your toe. Watch Everything Must Go and Hacks now! FYC: Hannah Einbinder as iconic and exemplary LC guest. That's crockt.
