Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus

Challengers (w/ Margaret Cho)

Aug 27, 2024

Joined by Margaret Cho, a trailblazing comedian and actress, Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus dive into the film 'Challengers.' They dissect its captivating love triangle and reminisce about early 2000s fashion. The trio relates the pressures of pursuing careers in sports and comedy, exploring desire and rivalry à la classic films. Engaging in playful banter, they reflect on favorite comfort films and memorable kissing scenes, making for a delightful and nostalgic conversation!

01:08:42

Episode guests

Margaret Cho

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Quick takeaways

The podcast highlights the impact of the film 'Challengers' and its leading trio's performances while discussing audience expectations and reality.

It draws parallels between pursuing careers in sports and comedy, emphasizing the shared challenges of persistence and passion.

Margaret Cho's insights on early 2000s fashion bring a nostalgic element to the conversation, showcasing cultural influences on personal style.

Deep dives

Challenges of Cold Outreach

Cold outreach can lead to a significant waste of time for both sellers and buyers, primarily due to the reliance on shallow and outdated data. The discussion emphasizes how such approaches hinder the sales process and create barriers to closing deals. Organizations are encouraged to leverage technology that provides comprehensive and high-quality buyer data. This strategy helps transform raw information into actionable, real-time insights that guide more effective sales strategies.

Intro

2min

Love, Tennis, and Nostalgia

6min

Exploring Love and Competition in 'Challengers'

6min

Tennis, Comedy, and Nostalgia

17min

The Emotional Landscape of Desire

12min

Tennis, Tension, and Transformation

18min

Cinematic Connections and Playful Re-Casting

5min

Comfort Films and Kissing Scenes

8min

Lauren and Nicole head to the front row of the New Rochelle Challenger with very special guest Margaret Cho to chat all things Challengers! Our trio examines the film’s trio of Zendaya, Mike Faist, and Josh O’Connor, share their expectations versus reality of one of 2024’s sexiest films, reminisce about early aughts fashion, and muse about the similarities between pursuing a career in sports and comedy.

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