jackass wouldn't have happened without spike jonze
Summary
Johnny Knoxville and Jeff Tremaine recount early Jackass stories, including Spike Jonze’s chaotic driving and a snowstorm incident that soured a relationship. They detail the show’s origin, explaining how they turned down lucrative offers to pitch Jackass to MTV, where they secured the deal and chose the Minutemen’s "Corona" as the theme song. The episode also covers the production of the pilot, featuring the janky "convict" hardware store bit and the infamous "Pooh Cocktail" stunt, while reflecting on the group’s dynamic and the decision to end the franchise.
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