2h 5mChris Pine | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard24 viewsChris Pine discusses his transition from actor to writer/director with his film 'Poolman', revealing deep personal struggles with addiction, validation, and family history. The conversation highlightssummary
2h 14mJonah Nolan (director & screenwriter) | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard25 viewsJonah views television as a medium where the writer is king, contrasting it with film where the director dominates; this shift allowed him to take on directing roles like 'Westworld' and 'Fallout' after feeling constraintakeaway
1h 41mSeth Green | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard23 viewsDirecting Philosophy: Green emphasizes that a director must maintain a single cohesive tone across all scenes and make decisive choices, even when collaborating with experts, to prevent tonal inconsistency.takeaway
2h 8mZach Braff | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard18 viewsBraff opens up about his career trajectory, from early struggles and the pressure of directing to personal growth regarding self-esteem, sobriety, and creative habits.summary
2h 1mEdward Norton Returns | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard33 viewsEdward Norton discusses his role in 'Glass Onion,' the business model of luxury hospitality and conservation finance, and his philosophy on career choices and personal growth. He emphasizes the importsummary
1h 34mJordan Peele | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard25 viewsThey discuss the evolution of his career from Mad TV to directing, the mechanics of his production company Monkeypaw, and the unique intimacy of audio horror in his podcast 'Quiet Part Loud'.summary
1h 57mScarlett Johansson | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard20 viewsJohansson was 17 when filming 'Lost in Translation', a experience she found disorienting due to the loose script and Bill Murray's eccentric directing style.takeaway
1h 36mBen Stiller | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard30 viewsStiller's approach to directing has shifted from being overly attuned to audience testing in comedies to trusting his instincts in non-comedy projects like Severance and Escape at Dannemora.takeaway
1h 45mLord & Miller (filmmaking duo) | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard17 viewsDirector as Protector of Talent: Effective directing involves creating a safe space where actors feel comfortable failing. By offering multiple takes and options for the edit room, directors allow performers to experimentakeaway
1h 20mPaul Feig (filmmaker) | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard20 viewsFeig's preference for directing women stems from his upbringing with female friends and a desire to counter the male-centric, often poorly written roles for women in 70s-90s comedies.takeaway
1h 12mBob Odenkirk | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard24 viewsBob Odenkirk discusses his memoir 'Comedy Comedy Comedy Drama', reflecting on his unconventional career path from SNL writer to dramatic actor, and the importance of embracing failure and volume in crsummary
1h 48mSamantha Bee | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard18 viewsSamantha Bee discusses her transition from a grueling 12-year tenure on The Daily Show to creating her own show, Full Frontal, emphasizing the importance of creative ownership and the emotional toll osummary
1h 17mBradley Whitford | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard15 viewsHe also reflects on his Quaker upbringing, the insecurities of the acting profession, and shares personal anecdotes about writing and directing.summary
2h 17mCharlie Day | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard15 viewsCharlie Day discusses the collaborative writing process behind 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia,' his transition into directing with 'El Tonto,' and his personal journey toward sobriety and mindful parenting.summary
2h 2mLake Bell | Armchair Expert with Dax ShepardArmchair Expert with Dax Shepard27 viewsThe conversation covers Lake Bell's transition from acting to directing, her experiences with on-set intimacy, and the psychological impact of her son's near-death experience during a home birth.summary
