About this episodeJake Johnson and Bert Kreischer discuss the industry challenges of Apple TV's weekly release strategy for 'Max…AI summary
Jake Johnson and Bert Kreischer discuss the industry challenges of Apple TV's weekly release strategy for 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed,' contrasting it with the binge model. Johnson details his specific acting philosophy, preferring short, intense roles in LA over long productions, and shares his views on the shifting dynamics between traditional actors and internet-famous personalities.
Key takeaways 5
Apple TV's weekly release strategy for 'Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed' frustrates viewers who want to binge, though it may be intended to sustain word-of-mouth over eight weeks rather than one explosive week.
Johnson prefers short, high-intensity acting roles (like his character Carl) that allow him to stay in LA, as he values the 'magic' of the 'action and cut' moment over the grind of long shoots.
There is a growing divide in Hollywood between 'artists' who prioritize the craft (like Tatiana Maslany) and 'brands' who prioritize fame and marketing (like Vin Diesel or Kevin Hart).
Johnson advocates for a 'craftsman' mindset regarding money, aiming for a comfortable tier where financial stress is eliminated, allowing him to focus on work quality rather than chasing excessive wealth.
Johnson is launching a new movie called 'The Dink' (releasing July 24), a comedy about an old tennis player turning to pickleball, produced by Ben Stiller.
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“I hate the executives at Apple TV. I absolutely hate them. I hate them and I hope they have a horrible weekend because I hope that they I hope they get invited to a party and they find out it's a costume party and they didn't dress up.”
Johnson expressing frustration with Apple's one-episode-at-a-time release strategy for his show.
“I like the dissociation. I like the connection with another actor. I like that when it starts, you two enter your own space. I like that when it gets you get a m I feel like for a whole day of work, you might get 30 seconds of magic, but that magic feels transcendent and you don't feel like yourself.”
▶ 10:33Describing his acting process and why he values the specific moments of performance over the entire production experience.
“Money buys peace. Money buys calm. Money buys everything... I want a tier where I don't have to worry about money. My life is good. My people are good.”
▶ 1:12:55Explaining his financial philosophy and why he doesn't chase unlimited wealth but seeks security.
“I don't fundamentally believe I owe you or you owe me. We're just here together. We're just a couple of shaved orangutangs together.”
▶ 1:19:44Johnson's perspective on the relationship between stand-up comedians and their audience, rejecting the idea that he must entertain them at all costs.
Chapters & Sections (45)▼
0:00Acting Typecasting and Apple TV Release Strategychapter1
3:10Apple TV Release Strategy Frustration
5:55Praise for David Rosen and Apple's Release Strategychapter1
8:03Tony's Production Notes and Joke Advice
10:11Acting Process and Tour Bus Firechapter2
12:22Acting Magic and Tour Bus Chaos
13:45Surprising Crew with Cheeseburgers and Tour Bus Fire
15:26Tour Bus Costs and Work Ethicchapter1
18:19Sponsorships for THC and Blue Chew
20:57Acting Preferences and Performance Dynamicschapter3
22:42Acting Preferences and Award Campaigns
24:05Acting Evolution and Performance Aversion
25:37Standup Performance and Birthday Party Aversion
27:27Promoting The Dink and Casting Aaron Chenchapter2
30:01Aaron Chen's Spits Video
31:34Casting Breakout Role and New Projects
33:22Apple Podcast Promotion and Dyslexia Struggleschapter3
34:46Apple's Unclear Marketing Strategy
36:19Dyslexia Anecdotes and Family Struggles
37:46Dyslexia and Mispronouncing Words
40:09Wayfair and Magic Spoon Product Reviewschapter1
41:59Magic Spoon Product Review
45:10Love Island Release Strategy and Indie Film Financechapter2
46:30Historical Evolution of Sound in Film
48:02Indie Film Payment Structures and Recoupment
49:42Navigating Online Backlash and Political Polarizationchapter4
52:28Promoting Show Amidst Social Media Backlash
54:01Vulnerability and Online Hate Impact
56:00Avoiding Drama and Online Negativity
57:28Rejecting Internet Policing of Friendships
59:38Hollywood Fame and Influencer Culturechapter1
1:02:43Hollywood Brand Disconnect and Life Insurance
1:04:57Hollywood Art vs Fame and Acting Philosophychapter3
1:07:24Hollywood Art vs Fame Motivation
1:09:01Tatiana's Intense Acting Method
1:10:23Acting Philosophy and Money Mindset
1:13:05Acting as Craftsmanship and Financial Philosophychapter1
1:15:38Priorities: Family, Health, and Set Dynamics
1:17:19Acting Philosophy and Future Weed Planschapter2
1:19:03Standup Performance Philosophy and Alaska Venue
1:20:45Alaska Shoot and Dakota Fanning Anecdote
1:21:49Acting Press, Publicity, and Authenticitychapter1
1:23:47Athletes Leaving Money for Comfort
1:26:38Authenticity and Direct-to-Consumer Independencechapter1
1:30:29Direct-to-Consumer Empire and Studio Independence
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