"Steve Zahn"
Summary
Steve Zahn joins SmartLess to discuss his life in Kentucky, his production company Macaroni Art, and his new film She Dances. He shares anecdotes from working with Werner Herzog on Rescue Dawn, his role in That Thing You Do, and his experiences in theater. The hosts also touch on childhood shower memories and Steve’s approach to acting.
Topics discussed
Intro: Home memories and Disney+/Hulu throwbacks
Camp shower stories and Sean Hayes' police hat
David Cross merch and Steve Zahn's film career
Living in Kentucky vs. New York and self-taping
Auditioning, directing, and Kentucky film incentives
Moving to Kentucky, family, and working with daughter
Audrey's theater training and Reality Bites audition
Surprise hits: Out of Sight and Donnie Brasco
Working with Werner Herzog and the 'back fat' story
Ads: Helix, Uncrustables, Harvey AI, and sports trivia
Football mishaps and Macaroni Art production company
Farm life, Chad Powers, and future acting goals
Upcoming astronaut role and final ads
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