Digest

This podcast episode features Tom and Bird discussing their experiences at the Emmy Awards, where they encounter various celebrities and observe the industry's culture. Tom shares his awkwardness in social situations and his feelings of being an outsider in Hollywood. He also reflects on his struggles with self-loathing and his desire for more confidence. The conversation delves into topics like death, suicide, and the impact of social media on celebrity culture. Tom and Bird discuss their contrasting approaches to meetings and social settings, and Tom shares his frustration with Leanne's lack of understanding of his sense of humor. The episode concludes with Tom and Bird discussing their favorite internet content and their appreciation for honest and relatable creators.

Outlines

00:00:00

Emmy Awards and Celebrity Encounters

Tom and Bird discuss their experiences at the Emmy Awards, including encounters with Ron Howard, Bob Iger, and Tim and The Oliphon. Tom reflects on his awkwardness in social situations and his feelings of being an outsider in Hollywood.

00:00:13

Death, Suicide, and Self-Loathing

Tom and Bird engage in a morbid discussion about the 9/11 hijackers and then transition into a philosophical conversation about death, debating whether it's preferable to die instantly or with knowledge of one's impending demise. They delve into the topic of suicide, with Tom expressing his fear of it and his desire to investigate any potential suicide if it were to happen to him. Tom also discusses his struggles with self-loathing and his desire for empathy from Christina.

00:40:10

Socializing, Meetings, and Internet Content

Tom and Bird discuss Tom's introspective nature and his discomfort with socializing. They explore the reasons behind his reluctance to talk and his preference for listening. Tom shares his perspective on how he values the opinions of his inner circle more than those of casual acquaintances. They also discuss their contrasting approaches to meetings and social settings. Tom expresses his desire to leave meetings as quickly as possible, while Bird enjoys the energy of social gatherings and wants to keep them going. The episode concludes with Tom and Bird discussing their favorite internet content and their appreciation for honest and relatable creators.

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Q&A

• What are some of Tom's observations about the Emmy parties?

  Tom finds the Emmy parties to be fascinating but ego-driven. He notes the presence of Emmy winners, including grips, who bring their awards to the party. He also observes that people often show up with their Emmys even if they won them days before.

• How does Tom feel about his encounters with celebrities?

  Tom is often overwhelmed by celebrity and feels like an outsider in the industry. He is surprised by the down-to-earth demeanor of some celebrities, like Ron Howard, but he also struggles with self-loathing and feels like he doesn't belong.

• What is Tom's approach to stand-up comedy?

  Tom enjoys performing stand-up comedy and believes that audience energy is crucial to a successful show. He prefers performing in smaller venues, where he feels more connected to the audience.

• What is Tom's perspective on death?

  Tom is fascinated by death and often thinks about it. He debates whether it's preferable to die instantly or with knowledge of one's impending demise. He also expresses his fear of suicide and his desire to investigate any potential suicide if it were to happen to him.

• How does Tom deal with self-loathing?

  Tom struggles with self-loathing and often engages in negative self-talk. He tries to practice positive self-talk, but he often falls back into criticism. He also uses smoking weed before bed to help him sleep and forget about his negative thoughts.

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