Kevin Heffernan & Steve Lemme (BROKEN LIZARD) on TYSO - #367

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About this episode Rick Glassman joins Kevin Heffernan for a candid discussion covering Magic Mind caffeine supplements, podcast … AI summary

Rick Glassman joins Kevin Heffernan for a candid discussion covering Magic Mind caffeine supplements, podcast technical setups, and the promotion of Super Troopers 3. The conversation delves into personal anecdotes regarding wrestling, mustache grooming, and movie theater food habits, while also exploring the origin story of Broken Lizard and potential future projects.

Key takeaways 5
  • Magic Mind is a caffeine supplement containing Ashwagandha and Lion's Mane designed to provide energy without anxiety, contrasting with traditional coffee which can cause jitteriness.
  • The name 'Broken Lizard' originated from a childhood incident where Rick Glassman's bike wheel broke a ramp and crushed a lizard's tail, an event witnessed by a future bandmate.
  • Super Troopers 3 was sold at Sundance 25 years ago by Fox Searchlight, marking a significant anniversary for the franchise.
  • Rick Glassman has signed with WME for standup representation and is planning to invite Netflix and HBO to watch his live special rather than sending tapes.
  • The podcast 'Take Your Shoes Off' has won multiple Signal Awards and Webbies for editing and innovation, highlighting its production quality.
Notable quotes 4 AI-generated: wording and quote attribution may be wrong. Use the play link to verify.
  • “I passed the bar in two states. In two states. Oh, so you took the bar and you decided to not be a lawyer. Correct. I didn't want to waste everyone's time.”
    ▶ 1:14 Rick Glassman clarifying his legal background after Kevin Heffernan notes he went to Harvard Law.
  • “I like to play. I like to box a little bit and I like doing that with you... I think you underestimate... I think he's uh sparring not wrestling.”
    ▶ 36:05 Rick explaining his playful, antagonistic dynamic with Kevin Heffernan on the podcast.
  • “We had an elaborate naming process... It was down to chocolate speedo... And then Jay just said Broken Lizard.”
    ▶ 44:04 Kevin Heffernan recounting the humorous origin story of how the comedy group got its name.
  • “I'm the beef chief. I am the beef chief. That doesn't mean I don't eat beef in my in my window.”
    Rick Glassman joking about his intermittent fasting routine while eating burgers.

Chapters & Sections (51)

0:07 Magic Mind Caffeine Supplement Discussion chapter 1
3:11 Caffeine Supplement and Sugar Habits
5:06 Comedy Improv and Podcast Technical Setup chapter 1
7:07 Masturbation Metaphors and Mic Setup
9:53 Guitar Smashing Threats and Super Troopers 4 Casting chapter 3
11:35 Guitar Smashing Threats and Banter
12:38 Super Troopers 4 Casting and Willy Wonka Role
14:04 Willy Wonka Jokes and Subscriber Milestone Banter
15:37 Podcast Banter and Edible Discussion chapter 1
17:44 Edible Effects and Pretending Sober
19:22 Edibles, Mustache Grooming, and Steve Harvey chapter 2
20:25 Edibles Frequency and Podcast Rankings
21:59 Mustache Grooming and Steve Harvey Impressions
24:14 Home Alone 2 Toy and Paul Simon Anecdotes chapter 2
25:31 Paul Simon and Steely Dan Anecdote
26:43 Photography Ego vs Memory
28:38 Comedy Specials and Film Festival History chapter 1
30:08 Super Troopers 3 Release and Sundance History
32:51 Investing, Pet Insurance, and Wrestling Banter chapter 1
34:27 Pet Insurance Ad and Wrestling Banter
37:52 Wrestling Stories and Super Troopers 4 Discussion chapter 2
41:22 Broken Lizard Name Origin
42:35 Podcast Production and Special FX Jokes
43:40 Origin Story of Broken Lizard Name chapter
48:26 Origin Story of Broken Lizard Name chapter 2
50:12 Lizard Lore and Smooshing Tails
51:20 Blueberry Recall and E.coli Outbreak Discussion
54:03 UK Tour and Audience Testing chapter 1
55:46 Focus Groups and Recording Mishaps
57:52 Audience Etiquette and Improv Adventures chapter 4
59:22 Sour Candy Experience While Stoned
1:00:35 Improv Rules and On-Stage Spontaneity
1:03:10 Screaming at Live Shows During Performances
1:05:16 Honesty in Communication and To-Do Lists
1:06:39 Subconscious Cleansing and Movie Theater Food Rituals chapter 2
1:08:01 Favorite Performance Experience and Chemistry
1:09:20 Movie Theater Food Preferences and Habits
1:11:27 Johnny Rockets Food Habits and Tom Holland chapter 3
1:13:05 Eating in the Dark and Trusting Food
1:14:39 Johnny Rockets Bloopers and Tom Holland
1:16:13 Tom Holland Improv Skills and Podcast Guest
1:17:48 Tom Holland Podcast Potential and Conflict Dynamics chapter 2
1:19:42 Meta Conflict and Discomfort Discussion
1:21:48 Psychological Conflict and Aggressive Approaches
1:23:32 Podcast Awards and Super Trooper Discussion chapter 1
1:25:34 Podcast Awards and Super Trooper Discussion
1:28:22 Grease Parody and Movie Cover Ideas chapter 4
1:29:49 Grease Parody Performance
1:31:15 Discussing Movie Cover Device Ideas
1:32:28 Super Troopers 3 Snack Recommendations
1:33:37 Movie Theater Hot Dog History

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