Erik Griffin on Breastfeeding & Lumber + Neal & Jeff Harmon on Angel Studios’ Hollywood Disruption
Apr 23, 2024
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Comedian Erik Griffin discusses parenting, strip club behaviors, and societal norms with Adam. Jeff and Neal Harmon talk about founding Angel Studios and their Hollywood disruption model. They explore the challenges of regulations, societal perceptions, and controversial incidents in the entertainment industry.
Parental love diminishes once child learns to speak, discussed by Erik Griffin and Adam.
Inconsistencies in California regulations allow for homeless constructions but restrict lumber cutting.
Unusual 'come guy' behavior at strip clubs sparks discussion on social dynamics.
Angel Studios challenges traditional Hollywood with family-friendly content and creative independence.
Empowering creators through platforms like Angel Studios reshapes entertainment industry dynamics.
Deep dives
Regulations and Homelessness in California
California presents a paradox with strict regulations on building permits and lumber cutting, yet allowing homeless individuals to construct makeshift homes on public property. The homeless population is growing, highlighting the struggle between regulations and social issues.
Weird Guy at Strip Clubs
Exploring the phenomenon of the 'weird come guy' in social groups at strip clubs, who may display unconventional behaviors or reactions in such environments. This individual may act in ways that stand out among the group or exhibit inappropriate actions in adult entertainment venues.
Pressure Treated Lumber Restrictions
A discussion on the restrictions faced by businesses like lumber yards in California, prohibiting the cutting of pressure treated wood due to safety or chemical concerns, showcasing the intricacies of state regulations and their impact on everyday activities.
Inconsistencies in City Regulations
California's stance on regulations displays inconsistencies, such as prohibiting pressure treated wood cutting while allowing illicit activities or homelessness issues to persist. This raises questions about the effectiveness and logic behind the state's regulatory framework.
Challenging Conventional Thinking in Entertainment Industry
Angel Studios provides an alternative to mainstream Hollywood, offering content that aligns with family values. As they gain prominence in the industry, more directors express a desire to break away from the traditional system and embrace a more independent approach, seeking creative freedom outside of the standard studio influence.
Embracing Alternative Voices and Creating Space for Diverse Opinions
As society shifts towards a more diverse and inclusive landscape, individuals who have felt suppressed or silenced by mainstream platforms are finding a welcoming space within alternative avenues like Angel Studios. The atmosphere of fear and control that once permeated traditional entertainment outlets is being challenged, allowing for a broader range of voices and perspectives to be heard.
Empowering Pragmatic Entrepreneurs and Influencing Cultural Shifts
The rise of alternative platforms such as Angel Studios signifies a shift in cultural dynamics, empowering pragmatic entrepreneurs to cater to audiences seeking diverse and authentic content. By providing a platform for creators to share their stories and viewpoints, these studios are reshaping the entertainment landscape and giving voice to individuals who were previously marginalized or overlooked.
Decentralizing Decision Making Through Crowd Involvement
Angel Studios involves over 270,000 individuals in their decision-making process through the Angel Guild. This unique approach allows the community to vote on which projects the studio should bring to market. By engaging a diverse group of participants, Angel Studios taps into the wisdom of crowds to determine the potential success of their content, providing early access, feedback, and exclusive perks to guild members.
Embracing Creativity Within Constraints
The podcast discusses the power of constraints in fostering creativity, using examples like the story of the Statue of Liberty's funding and the concept of the Angel Guild. Limitations such as creating family-friendly content for Dry Bar Comedy or crafting pitches for specific audiences challenge creators to think differently and innovate. These constraints lead to elevated performances, revealing untapped potential and resulting in successful endeavors such as Dry Bar's enormous viewership and content creation disruptors like Angel Studios.
Erik Griffin and Adam discuss how the unconditional love for one’s child begins to wane the moment the child learns to speak. The guys also laugh about a couple of incidents Adam experienced at an open house in Malibu and movie theater, respectively. Adam then talks about a confusing regulation on lumber that he came across over the weekend. The guys also then discuss unusual guys at strip clubs before Chris reports news stories on a breastfeeding mother kicked out of a comedy show and USC canceling their valedictorian and commencement graduation speeches at graduation for safety reasons.
Lastly, Jeff and Neal Harmon talk about founding Angel Studios and explain their “Community Video on Demand” model for producing projects. The guys discuss the current state of Hollywood and Adam pitches an idea for their next project.
For more with Erik Griffin:
● LIVE DATES:
○ Austin, TX - Comedy Mothership- April 26 to 28
○ Los Angeles, CA - Laugh Factory for Netflix is a Joke Festival - May 9
○ Greensboro, NC- The Comedy Zone - June 14 to 15
● http://ErikGriffin.com
● PODCASTS: ‘Riffin with Griffin’ and ‘The Golden Hour’
● TWITTER & INSTAGRAM: @ErikGriffin
For more with Angel Studios:
● Visit http://Angel.com
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