About this episodeOwen Thiele discusses his 10-year relationship with stylist Jared, his journey from NYU dropout to Hollywood a…AI summary
Owen Thiele discusses his 10-year relationship with stylist Jared, his journey from NYU dropout to Hollywood actor, and the creation of his hit shows 'Adults' and 'Overcompensating.' He shares vulnerable details about his adoption, his unconventional lifestyle habits, and the importance of surrounding himself with talented individuals regardless of fame.
Key takeaways 6
Relationship longevity requires accepting that excitement naturally fluctuates; Thiele notes that after 10 years, the relationship becomes more like a comfortable roommate dynamic, which is healthy.
Thiele actively seeks out friends who are talented before they become famous, citing early friendships with Molly Gordon and Phoebe Bridgers as examples of valuing raw talent over status.
The character of Anton in 'Adults' evolved from a brooding, undefined gay character to a bubbly, text-obsessed persona that mirrors Thiele's own personality and social habits.
Thiele’s acting career was heavily influenced by Raven-Symoné, whose portrayal of a funny, leading Black queer woman on 'That's So Raven' inspired Thiele to pursue acting.
Thiele admits to having an unhealthy lifestyle, sleeping only 2-3 hours a night and consuming large amounts of full-fat Coca-Cola, yet maintaining health markers through regular checkups.
The origin of Thiele's podcast came from a chance encounter at a dinner where Alex Cooper filmed him talking and insisted he had the energy for a weekly show.
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“Once you're with someone for that long, it is just like a roommate. I think we have to be okay with it not always being exciting.”
▶ 0:27Discussing the reality of maintaining a 10-year relationship with his partner Jared.
“I collect talented people, but they're talented before they are famous. That's true. And that is something totally different.”
▶ 6:29Explaining his philosophy on friendship and why he values connections with artists like Molly Gordon and Phoebe Bridgers early in their careers.
“Raven is the reason that I act. Truly... seeing a black queer woman on screen being funny leading a television show, I'm like that is what I want to do.”
▶ 28:49Reflecting on the impact of Raven-Symoné on his career choice and sense of possibility.
“I don't sleep. I don't like walking. I hate water. I love Coke. Not cane. I love Coca-Cola... Full fat. Of course. With tons of ice.”
▶ 1:09:05Describing his unconventional and unhealthy daily habits and diet.
“My birth mom called my mom to tell her that she was having a kid... my mom's voice message machine was my dad tickling her... my birth mom started crying on the phone and was like, 'Oh my god, I want my kid to be around this love and this laughter and this joy and come get your baby.'”
▶ 53:21Sharing the emotional story of how his adoptive parents were chosen by his biological mother.
Chapters & Sections (38)▼
0:05Long-term Relationship Dynamics and Friendship Originschapter3
2:06NYU Friendship and Call Me By Your Name
3:39Energy and Friendship with Gifted Individuals
5:16Early Career Observations and Industry Hustle
8:08Auditioning for Adults and Hollywood Privilegechapter2
10:10Personal Traits Shaping Character Roles
11:41Hollywood Privilege and Nepo Baby Debate
13:18Adults Season 2 and Ex Relationship Storychapter2
14:50Cast Bonding and Friendship Dynamics
16:18Ex-Boyfriend Breakup Story and Friendship
19:18Partner's Styling Success and Podcast Originchapter2
21:21Podcast Origin Story and Alex Cooper
22:56Alex Cooper Podcast Discovery and Tim Robinson Improv
25:31Early Acting Career and Raven Symone Influencechapter2
27:43Childhood Bedroom and Raven Symone Poster
28:45Raven Symone's Influence and Set Dynamics
31:48Acting with Animals and Intimate Sceneschapter1
35:55Anton's Emotional Arc and Romance
38:44Adults Season 2 Plot and SoulCycle Storieschapter2
41:15Favorite Line and SoulCycle Anecdotes
43:13SoulCycle Gassy Mishaps and Celebrity Stories
45:00Off Color Show Development and Adoption Truthschapter4
46:43Grounding Personal Stories in Reality
48:13Barber Shop Blunder and Mother's Support
49:54Mom's Shopping Habits and Credit Card Stories
51:24Nature vs Nurture in Adoption
53:13Owen Thiele's Adoption Story and Family Searchchapter1
55:49Owen Thiele's Hesitation to Reconnect with Birth Family
58:09Adoption Stories and Future Family Planschapter1
1:00:20Adoption Hesitation and Health Concerns
1:02:57Adoption, Family Lore, and Celebrity Friendshipschapter1
1:05:04Celebrity Friendships and Normalcy
1:07:17Laser Hair Removal, Sleep Deprivation, and Diet Cokechapter1
1:09:39Diet Coke Preferences and Roommate Habits
1:11:42Dream Roommates, Boyfriend Habits, and New Filmchapter3
1:13:50Boyfriend's Early Workout and Coke Addiction
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