Stavvy's World #173 - David Sims and Griffin Newman | Full Episode
Quick Read
Summary
Takeaways
- ❖Stavvy uses 'reboot movies' like 'Batman Begins' and 'Creed' to motivate himself during difficult times.
- ❖The 'Brad Goodman' Simpsons action figure was a massive commercial failure due to its unappealing design and a last-minute cancellation by Jackie Mason.
- ❖Basic sports talk is identified as the most useful small talk in America, especially for connecting with diverse groups.
- ❖Leonardo DiCaprio's parents were observed leaving unflushed human waste in a public theater bathroom during a premiere of his film.
- ❖The superhero movie genre is perceived as creatively 'thin broth,' with a longing for less serious, more cartoonish adaptations.
- ❖When considering having children, couples must address underlying relationship issues and communication breakdowns, as kids amplify household mess and emotional complexities.
- ❖For those struggling to understand foreign accents in professional settings, immersing oneself in local media (e.g., Australian TV for Australian accents) can improve comprehension.
- ❖Moving in with a partner should be a natural progression of a strong relationship, not a decision driven by external pressures like financial necessity.
Insights
1The Creative Exhaustion of Superhero Cinema
The hosts and guests express a strong sentiment that the superhero movie genre has become creatively stagnant, describing it as 'thin broth' from 'boiled bones.' They long for a return to 'dumb' and fun superhero films, contrasting the current trend of increasingly dark and serious adaptations with the lighthearted Joel Schumacher Batman movies.
Discussion about Schumacher Batmans, the desire for a 'dumb Batman movie,' and the comparison to Westerns as a genre that eventually faded from mainstream dominance.
2The Unforeseen Commercial Failure of the Brad Goodman Action Figure
Griffin Newman details the surprising backstory of the Brad Goodman (Albert Brooks) 'Simpsons' action figure, explaining it was a commercial flop. The figure was overproduced to fill a gap after Jackie Mason pulled out of a deal for a Rabbi Hyman Krustofski figure, deeming a plastic Torah offensive to Judaism.
Griffin's detailed account of the action figure's production, Jackie Mason's withdrawal, and its subsequent shelf-clogging presence.
3The Power of Sports Talk as a Social Lubricant
The hosts emphasize that learning baseline sports talk is the most useful form of small talk in America. It serves as a universal language for connecting with various people, from strangers on the street to intimidating in-laws, making social interactions easier.
Griffin stating, 'sports is the easiest way to talk to people,' and Stavvy adding, 'the most useful small talk in America.'
4Leonardo DiCaprio's Parents' Unconventional Public Bathroom Habits
A notable anecdote recounts Leonardo DiCaprio's parents attending a movie premiere and both separately leaving unflushed human waste in the public theater bathrooms. This detail adds a bizarre, humanizing element to the family of a globally famous, environmentally conscious actor.
Griffin's story about seeing DiCaprio's parents at the 'One Battle' premiere and a friend's report of the unflushed toilet.
5The Russo Brothers' Unpredictable Career Arc
The Russo Brothers, known for directing multiple Marvel blockbusters, had a surprisingly varied career path. They started with indie comedies, made the commercially unsuccessful 'You, Me and Dupree,' became successful TV pilot directors (Community, Arrested Development pilot), before their monumental success with Marvel, and then returned to less acclaimed films like 'Cherry' and 'The Gray Man.'
Discussion about 'You, Me and Dupree' being made by the Russo Brothers, followed by their work on 'Community' and 'Arrested Development,' and then their Marvel and post-Marvel films.
Lessons
- If you're dealing with a new herpes outbreak, especially in an unexpected location, consult a doctor immediately for diagnosis and treatment options.
- Couples considering children should openly discuss and resolve existing frustrations regarding household chores and division of labor, as children will inevitably increase messiness.
- When trying to introduce new sexual acts, such as a rim job, communicate respectfully and frame it as exploring new experiences rather than making it a racial or transactional issue.
- For those struggling to understand foreign accents in professional settings, actively consume media from that region (e.g., Australian TV for Australian accents) to train your ear and improve comprehension.
- Prioritize the strength and natural progression of your relationship when deciding to move in together; avoid making the decision based on external pressures like financial savings or personal crises.
Notable Moments
Stavvy's 'reboot movies' for dark times.
Stavvy shares his personal coping mechanism of watching specific motivational movies like 'Batman Begins' and 'Creed' during periods of depression or when seeking to 'reboot' his life, offering a unique perspective on the emotional power of film.
The lore of the Brad Goodman action figure.
Griffin Newman's detailed explanation of why the Brad Goodman 'Simpsons' action figure was a commercial disaster provides a humorous and insightful look into the complexities of toy manufacturing, licensing, and consumer appeal.
Leonardo DiCaprio's parents' public bathroom incident.
This highly specific and bizarre anecdote offers a rare, unflattering, yet comedic glimpse into the personal lives of the family of a major celebrity, contrasting with DiCaprio's public image.
The discussion on the decline of superhero movies.
The hosts and guests articulate a growing sentiment among film enthusiasts about the creative exhaustion of the superhero genre, reflecting a broader cultural shift away from its dominance.
The caller's question about rim jobs and race.
This call highlights the intersection of personal sexual preferences, perceived racial patterns, and the need for open communication in relationships, prompting a candid and humorous discussion from the hosts.
Quotes
"Mark Boone Junior looks like he sleeps in a pizza."
"Can someone make a dumb Batman movie? And they're like, no, make it darker, like literally you can't even see how it's I mean they're the Superman [expletive] the superhero [expletive] it's like the broth is [expletive] thin. They have [expletive] chopped all the meat off now they're boiling the [expletive] bones they've boiled them eight times. It's like it's rock soup."
"Learning baseline sports talk is the most useful small talk in America."
"Societally, we need more MILFs to [expletive] guys in their 20s, you know what I mean? Let's spread the age gap to the gals as well. Let's break the glass ceiling. Let's get you dick down by some recent college grads."
"I think it's almost always better to really to feel like you're overdue for something big."
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