Jason Priestley: Auditioning For 90210 and Flatlining After Racing Accident
Summary
Jason Priestley discusses his new CW series "Private Eye, West Coast" and reflects on his iconic role in "Beverly Hills, 90210," including the show's impact and his audition with Aaron Spelling. The conversation shifts to his extensive racing career, covering his vintage Datsun 510, a Porsche 935, and a life-threatening crash at the Indianapolis 500 that caused him to flatline. Priestley also shares anecdotes about his time in "Tombstone" and the unique, often chaotic behind-the-scenes culture of the "90210" writing room.
Topics discussed
Intro, BetOnline ad, and show opening
Jason Priestley's early career and Canadian TV
Changes in entertainment culture and streaming
Vintage racing and specific cars used
Maintenance and simplicity of vintage race cars
Rally racing and early competition experiences
Ford sponsorship and road racing career
Porsche Cayman and mid-engine vehicle discussion
Accident involving Matt LeBlanc at race track
Indy 500 team and Max Papis incident
Dangers of oval racing and safety evolutions
Major crash, flatlining, and Tony Renna's death
Retirement from racing and career progression
Casting for Beverly Hills 90210 and Aaron Spelling
Other TV work and The Man Show
Sponsored segments and commercial breaks
90210 production anecdotes and cast hiring
90210 sets, Luke Perry, and movie collaborations
Kurt Russell and other actor interactions
Typecasting concerns and breaking out of roles
90210 cast dynamics and post-show success
Friends cast dialogue and The Man Show hosting
SNL appearance and Chris Rock/Chris Farley era
SNL skits, Mike Myers, and figure skating bit
Personal confidence and taking on new challenges
Perfect date joke and interview wrap-up
HomeServe and O'Reilly Auto Parts ads
Voicemail: Shane Gillis SNL monologue controversy
Voicemail: Critique of Dan Levy and gym comments
Voicemail: Titles for spouses of governors
Quince and Pluto TV advertisements
News: Kamala Harris 2028 campaign speculation
News: Professor urinating on student's backpack
News: UFC fighters drinking urine debate
Live show dates and sign-off
Final Pluto TV ad
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